Web Directory

» Archaeological and Historical Landmarks of Ottawa
   Several essays on sites, buildings, structures of interest in Ottawa.
   http://aix1.uottawa.ca/~weinberg/ottawa.html

» CANMET Energy Technology Centre
   Centre for energy technology research, including sponsorship and information. Organization profile, including information for potential grantees, past research, and featured energy web site links.
   http://canmetenergy.nrcan.gc.ca/eng/

» Canadian National Collection of Insects, Arachnids and Nematods
   Huge collection housed in the K.W. Neatby Building of the Eastern Cereal and Oilseed Research Centre in Ottawa. Profile of collection, its history and role in research.
   http://www.canacoll.org/

» Earth Day Ottawa - Carleton
   Lists events, contests, sponsorships and other activities in the Ottawa region, with links to similar resources.
   http://www.earthdayottawa.ca/

» Fitzroy Provincial Park
   Cathedral forest of century-old white with recreational facilities, on Ottawa River. Information about facilities, events, activities, reservations and provincial park links.
   http://www.ontarioparks.com/english/fitz.html

» Friends of Petrie Island
   Organization helping to manage and interpret a greenspace area on the Ottawa River. Photo gallery, bird call gallery, newsletter.
   http://www.petrieisland.org/

» Friends of The Carp River
   Volunteer organization dedicated to 'restoring the ribbon of life along the Carp River.' Activities, news, studies and contact information are provided.
   http://www.friendsofthecarpriver.com/

» Green Ottawa
   Gateway to green and sustainable organizations and resources in the Ottawa-Gatineau area. Includes green job postings and events calendar.
   http://www.GreenOttawa.ca/

» Greenspace Alliance of Canada's Capital
   Group dedicated to the preservation of greenspace. Mission, current projects, membership information.
   http://www.greenspace-alliance.ca

» Little Ray's Reptile Adventure
   Zoo of lizards, snakes, turtles, amphibians and spiders. Information about birthday and presentation packages, plus pictures and videos of various specimens.
   http://www.raysreptiles.com

» Macoun Field Club
   A nature club for kids ages 9 to 20 sponsored by the Canadian Museum of Nature and the Ottawa Field-Naturalists' Club. Membership and events information is provided.
   http://macoun.zone12.com

» Marbek Resource Consultants
   An environment and energy management consulting firm, providing policy and program advice in energy efficiency, sustainable development, and environmental assessment.
   http://www.marbek.ca/

» National Capital Region's Wildlife Festival
   Annual wildlife heritage festival. The wildlife events, contests, ceremonies, sponsors, exhibitors, and related links are described.
   http://www.ncrwildlifefestival.org

» Ottawa Eco-Stewardship Fair
   Features healthy food choices and lifestyles, protection of natural surroundings and wildlife, ways to save energy and 'green'ing homes and communities.
   http://www.ottawaecofair.ca/

» Ottawa Forests Advisory Committee
   Volunteers providing inputs to City Council on tree and forest management policies and promoter of the role of the city's trees and forests in the quality of life. Activities, meetings and current issues are presented.
   http://www.ottawaforests.ca

» Ottawa Horticultural Society
   Amateur garden club which promotes and encourages interest and improvement in horticultural activities. List of events, pictures, newsletters, and membership details are presented.
   http://www.ottawahort.org/

» Ottawa Orchid Society
   Promotes orchid growing and native species conservation, holds annual Orchid Show. Photo gallery, current activities, orchid culture, membership information.
   http://www.ottawaorchidsociety.com/

» Ottawa Skeptics
   Promotes the use of the scientific method, critical thinking and rational thought in the community.
   http://www.ottawaskeptics.org/

» Ottawa Stewardship Council
   Urban and rural stewardship councils promoting responsible land card on private land. Current activities, links to related organizations.
   http://www.easternontariostewardship.org/ottawa/

» Ottawa Valley Astronomy andObservers Group
   Informal, bilingual, non-profit group with an 'undying curiosity of the night sky and its many wonders.' Events, organization, resource links.
   http://www.oaog.ca/

» Ottawa's Greenbelt
   Information page about the Greenbelt, activities, purpose and history. Includes Greenbelt map in PDF format.
   http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca/bins/ncc_web_content_page.asp?cid=16297-16299-9735&lang=1

» Ottawa, Rideau and Gatineau Rivers - History and Images
   Historical descriptions, images, and maps of the rivers.
   http://www.uuottawa.com/river_history.htm

» Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
   An environmental protection and advisory agency for the Rideau watershed. About the agency, its conservation areas, upcoming events, and ongoing programs.
   http://www.rvca.ca/

» Tree Canada Foundation
   Volunteer organization promoting the planting of trees to promote quality of life. CO2 calculators, forestry news, tree science information and ecology news.
   http://www.treecanada.ca/

» Wild Bird Care Centre
   Dedicated to the care and treatment of sick, injured and orphaned wild birds for release back to the wild. Includes tips for handling baby birds, pigeon facts, list of needed items, and membership form.
   http://www.wildbirdcarecentre.org/