Central Park

Parc Central stretches between Merivale Road and Clyde Avenue, offering sports fields, tennis courts, walking paths, and a community ice rink. The layout provides spaces for different activities throughout the day and across seasons.

The Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton acquired the land in 1987 from the Central Experimental Farm, opening the way for residential development. Ashcroft Homes then developed the area starting in 1996 into a modern neighborhood.

The neighborhood streets follow a New York City naming theme, and Celebration Park hosts regular community gatherings throughout the year. These spaces serve as focal points where residents come together for seasonal events and neighborhood activities.

The park connects to downtown Ottawa via a bicycle path, and public transit routes make it easy to reach from across the city. A small commercial area at Merivale Road provides nearby shops and services for visitors.

The park was originally part of the Central Experimental Farm, an agricultural testing ground, before being transformed into a recreation area. This farming past still influences the open layout and green character you see today.

Location: (Old) Ottawa

Operator: City of Ottawa

GPS coordinates: 45.40669,-75.69265

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06