Ottawa is an enviable city in which to pursue academic studies or professional development. The region’s six colleges and universities, plus numerous technology institutes and professional schools create a highly integrated and flexible education and training delivery system.

As part of Ontario’s high-quality education system, Ottawa offers a rich array of public and private schools for children in grades kindergarten to grade 12. While there is an abundance of opportunity to learn in English, French, French immersion and English as a second language, Ottawa also offers learning in a host of different cultures, languages and religions, reflecting our diverse multicultural community.

Ottawa’s philosophy is that knowledge is the key to maintaining high standards of living and sustaining a competitive edge in today’s world markets. The city’s emphasis on learning is reinforced by a dynamic business and technology sector that works in partnership with our educational institutions through various agencies, foundations and undertakings to ensure that the system meets the needs of industry through creative and timely programs that are focused on both today's needs, and those of the future.

As a Global Learning Centre, Ottawa is an enviable city in which to pursue academic studies or professional development in both English and French. The region’s six universities and colleges, plus numerous technology institutes and professional schools create a highly integrated and flexible education and training delivery system. In addition, a number of world-class events are hosted in Ottawa to support specialized and advanced learning.

Ottawa’s philosophy is that knowledge is the key to maintaining high standards of living and sustaining a competitive edge in today’s world markets. The city’s emphasis on learning is reinforced by a dynamic business and technology sector that works in partnership with our educational institutions through various agencies, foundations and undertakings to ensure that the system meets the needs of industry through creative and timely programs that are focused on both today's needs, and those of the future.

For children in grades kindergarten to grade 12, Ottawa offers a rich array of public and private schools. While there is ample opportunity to learn in English, French, French immersion and English as a second language, Ottawa also offers learning in a host of different cultures, languages and religions, reflecting our diverse multicultural community.

Ottawa region universities

Carleton University
Saint Paul University
University of Ottawa
Université du Québec en Outaouais

Ottawa region colleges

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
La Cité collégiale

Advancing your career in research

Ottawa has a number of academic and industrial research networks. Driven by a world-class standard of excellence championed by institutions such as the National Research Council (NRC) and the Communications Research Centre (CRC), these networks include institutes and programs such as the National Capital Institute of Telecommunications (NCIT), Ottawa Centre for Research and Innovation (OCRI), and the Ottawa Life Sciences Council (OLSC). Both Carleton University and the University of Ottawa also support advanced research activities. Contact any one of these organizations to learn more about how you can advance your career in research.

Professional development

Ottawa's educational network includes a number of organizations that specialize in professional development and skills upgrading. Some of these include:

Ottawa is also home to the offices of hundreds of professional associations, many of whom offer specific training for their members.

Private post-secondary schools

Ottawa offers a wealth of private post-secondary schools which support a variety of curricula. These include professional development, vocational training, adult literacy, new language training, specialized career studies, reskilling in preparation for career transitions, continuing education, and more.

Private and specialty schools

Ottawa also offers a wide variety of other private learning institutions for your elementary or secondary school students. These include Montessori and Waldorf Schools, as well as a host of schools dedicated to specific religious and cultural groups.

Ottawa public school boards

As part of Ontario’s excellent education system, Ottawa’s public schools provide high standards of learning in both official languages.

Bring your class to Ottawa

The National Capital Region awaits you and your students! Come and explore the many experiences awaiting you and your students in Canada’s Capital city. Ottawa offers a wide variety of educational and entertaining attractions. Our goal is to help you to give your students memories that will last a lifetime. Come and experience Ottawa!