
Gay Ottawa
Ottawa - not Toronto! - is the capital of Canada. This city is very welcoming to gay travelers.
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About Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital city people often forget about, but it's actually pretty cool. Think government buildings that look like castles, a massive canal cutting through downtown, and tons of green space everywhere!
The gay scene here isn't huge, but it's super welcoming. Bank Street has some solid LGBTQ+ spots, and their Pride festival brings a bright energy to the city every August. No attitude or pretentiousness—just friendly Canadian vibes for queer visitors.
Food-wise, hit the ByWard Market for everything from fancy restaurants to late-night poutine. Museums if you're feeling cultural, patios if you're not. Winter means skating on the world's biggest rink, summer means festivals every weekend.
Ottawa doesn't try too hard. It's just doing its thing, friendly to everyone, and way more fun than a government town has any right to be.
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