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Leb: The History of One of Canada’s Largest Supermarket Chains

In the 1900s, a local businessman in Ottawa opened a small wholesale store that quickly grew into...

How the Famous 19th-Century Store “Poulin” Operated in Ottawa

In the 19th century, one of Ottawa’s finest stores—Poulin—opened its doors. This store was ahead of its...

“Larocque”: How a Famous Ottawa Store Operated in the Early 20th Century

The mid-20th century was a time of great change and challenges for Ottawa's department stores. Many long-standing...

The History of Restaurants in Ottawa: Where Did Residents Dine?

Analyzing archival articles from the Citizen newspaper, it can be determined that in 1940, Ottawa had approximately...

The Historic Bathhouse in Ottawa: The Plant Bath

Public bathhouses played a crucial role in the advancement of hygiene and sanitation. The Plant Bath was...

The First Newspapers in Ottawa

The first newspapers appeared in Nova Scotia and Quebec as early as the 1750s, and in Upper...

The First Bank in Ottawa

Ottawa’s first bank was established over a century ago. It has a unique history of formation and...

Mitel: The Success Story of an Ottawa-Based Company

Ottawa is a true technological hub of Canada. In the 20th century, numerous companies specializing in modern...
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