Rural Connections
Rural Ottawa includes the geographic townships of Fitzroy, Huntley and Torbolton (amalgamated as West Carleton in 1974), Marlborough and North Gower (amalgamated as Rideau in 1974), Osgoode, and rural Goulbourn, as well as rural portions of the former cities of Kanata, Nepean, Cumberland and Gloucester. Forty per cent of rural Ottawa is farmland.
Highlights
- Rural Review land use project
- OC Transpo improves mobility for rural residents
- Fitzroy Harbour environmental assessment study
- Summary of the spring village consultation
- Coyotes in the Community
- Fall 2011 – Winter 2012 Recreation Guide
- Community and business directional signage options available in rural Ottawa
- Waste Processing and Transfer Facility By-law
News
Find out all the latest news and sign up for updates.
Rural contacts and directory
Find everything you need to know.
Agriculture, business and tourism
Find out more about the rural economy.
Building permits and approvals
Find out how to get a permit.
Livestock and animal control
Find out the types of animals on farms in rural Ottawa and how to protect them.
Property taxes
Find out how your property gets assessed.
Roads, ditches and drains
Find out more about road maintenance. Learn everything you need to know about ditches and drains.
Events and attractions
Look for something fun to do.
Recreation and facilities
Find all the courses and programs offered by the City.
Rural summit
Rural residents joined together to discuss how to improve networking and strengthen their communities. Find out what was accomplished.
Water, wells and septic tanks
Find out about the quality of water in your well and learn how to manage your septic system.
