Then and Now

Ottawa Then and Now invites you to discover the history of Canada''s capital city, showcasing over 70 archival images poignantly contrasted with photographs of the same sites today. Published in English and French-Canadian , learn about the history of Ottawa: its political landmarks, cultural heritage and sites of natural beauty. Sites include Rideau Canal , the world''s largest natural ice-skating rink; the Parliament Buildings , including the ''jewel of Parliament Hill''; the National Arts Centre, illuminated by the incredible architectural lantern ; Nepean Point / Kiweki Point, with it''s incredible view of Parliament Hill , Chaudiere Falls , and more. Dr Sharon Hamilton explains Ottawa''s events past and present: such as the devasting Great Fire of Ottawa in 1900 or today''s internationally recognised Tulip Festival in Commissioners Park. Whether local or tourist, Ottawa Then and Now is your opportunity to discover the history and beauty of Canada''s political epicenter .

Product details

• Authors: Sharon Hamilton, Dr Sharon Hamilton
• Publisher: Pavilion Books
• Content: Book
• Product form: Hardback
• Publication date: 20.01.2026
• Subject: Non-fiction book > History > Regional and national histories; Travel > Travelogues, traveller's tales; Humanities, art, music > Art > Photography, film, video, TV
• EAN: 9780008737702
• ISBN: 978-0-00-873770-2
• Dimensions (packing): 28.5 x 25 x 2.1 cm
• Series: Then And Now
• Subjects: Places & peoples: general & pictorial works, TRAVEL / Pictorials, Adventure holidays, ARCHITECTURE / General, HISTORY / Canada / General, PHOTOGRAPHY / Subjects & Themes / Historical, Travel & holiday, Travel writing, Travel guides: adventure holidays, Travel and holiday, PHOTOGRAPHY / Subjects & Themes / Regional, Classic Travel Writing, Travel maps, Places in old photographs, Travel and Leisure maps