Ottawa South History Project
We are a group of local historians and heritage enthusiasts who research, document, and present information about the history of Old Ottawa South in a fun and informative way.
You can reach us at HistoryProject@OldOttawaSouth.ca
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From the Archives: Mystery House Found
The challenge of identifying this (Old) Ottawa South house looks to be solved. Bob Simpson had found this real-estate ad in The Ottawa Citizen Saturday February 7, 1925.
From the Archives: The Most Desirable Property in Ottawa South
Thanks to Bob Simpson for tracking down this sales ad from a century ago touting the wonderful selling points of properties in this neighbourhood area that came to be known as Oakland Heights, likely from its tree canopy. From the Ottawa Citizen 7-June-1913
From the Archives: The Hockey Stick Foot Bridge
Joining the western side of Brewer Park to the Carleton University campus is a well-used footbridge tucked alongside the Rideau River. The construction material is quintessentially Canadian: the railings are made of wooden hockey sticks! The commemorative plaque, somewhat worn and graffiti-ed, installed on the bridge reads:
From the Archives: Fancy Swimming & Diving at Brighton Beach
Almost a hundred years ago, Brighton Beach in Ottawa South was touted as one of the best places for bathing in the city. This clipping is from The Ottawa Journal on June 17, 1921, where plans for the opening of the diving tower and accompanying party were revealed.
Remembering St. Margaret Mary Catholic School
The fate of two institutions, which formed a core element for generations of families in Old Ottawa South, may be coming together. Not the two institutions themselves, but their remnants.
From the Archives: Early History of Trinity Church
On Saturday, October 19, 2019 Trinity Anglican Church celebrated 140 years in Old Ottawa South. The ceremony recounted the church’s history and highlights of the parish over the many years with story-telling, music, and reflection on both the past and future.