Take a break during one of the conference sessions, and come join us in
exploring some of Ottawa’s top tourist attractions!
Tours will leave from the Westin Hotel. Sign-up sheets for the tours
will be available at the conference registration table. Participants will be responsible for the
indicated entry and/or tour fees and shall pay on-site.
Canadian Agriculture Museum
Monday, October 20 ♦ 12:45–16:15
Number of people: 16 to 25
Cost: $5.00
Transportation: Bus
The Canada
Agriculture Museum is testament to our "Green Capital" and features our nation’s unique agricultural
heritage. Located across from the Rideau Canal and the Central Experimental Farm, it enjoys a scenic locale,
made all the more impressive by the Fall season in October. A 1.5 hour tour on ‘Genetic and Selective
Breeding’ will involve a discussion about genes, parameters considered during selective and cross
breeding. The tour will involve more of a farm-like outdoorsy experience.
http://www.agriculture.technomuses.ca/
Parliament Hill
Tuesday, October 21♦ 09:45–13:15
Number of People: 10 to 50
Cost: Free
Transportation: Guided Walk
A glimpse into the
inner workings of Canadian Democracy! Guided tours will be conducted at Parliament Hill and will involve a
visit to the Centre Block and exhibits describing the history, roles and functions of Canada’s
parliamentarians. A self guided tour of the Peace Tower and Memorial Chamber is also available, featuring an
observation deck with a spectacular view.
http://www.parl.gc.ca/information/visitors/
Royal Canadian Mint
Wednesday, October 22 ♦ 09:45–12:15
Number of People: 20 to 55
Cost: $3.50
Transportation: Guided Walk
The Royal Canadian Mint is the designated manufacturer for currency in
Canada. The process of manufacturing coins can be observed during the guided tour. The tour will also involve
a description of the historical timeline of the Canadian coins, engineering and handcrafting techniques, and
a viewing of the coin collection with a special feature on silver and gold coins.
http://www.mint.ca/royalcanadianmintpublic/
National Gallery
Wednesday, October 22 ♦ 12:45–16:15
Number of People: 10 to 25
Cost: $10.00
Transportation: Guided Walk
Ottawa has a place
for everyone, be it nature lovers or art enthusiasts. The National Gallery of Canada is a visual arts
museum of international stature. It is located in Ottawa’s historic ByWard Market area and overlooks
the Ottawa River and the Parliament Buildings. Its award-winning architecture, featuring the luminous Great
Hall, spacious galleries, and interior gardens and courtyards, is in itself worth the visit. Inuit art,
religion, Canadian sculpture and other areas of interest are a part of the guided tour.
http://www.gallery.ca/
Any queries regarding
Day Tours can be addressed to:
Benu Sethi,
University of Ottawa ♦ bseth080@uottawa.ca
