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Top 10 Reasons to #LoveKanata

Throughout February, join us in celebrating #LoveKanata! What do you love most about our community? Share it with us in a photo or video message for your chance to WIN a $100 gift card to one of our local Kanata Central restaurants.

Post your photo(s) or video(s) to Facebook or Instagram, hashtag #LoveKanata, or comment on this post. We’ll announce our lucky winners on February 28th.

There are so many things we love about Kanata. Here are a few of the highlights:

  1. Kanata’s greenspace: Love nature? Explore the many greenspaces or parks Kanata has to offer, such as the Beaver Pond or South March Highlands Conservation Forest. Which local park is your favourite?
  2. Our people: We often hear stories of neighbours helping neighbours in times of need, especially during this ongoing pandemic. The kindness of our Kanata residents is truly heartwarming!
  3. Everything at our doorstep: Stores, restaurants, services, schools, and more – we are fortunate that we don’t have to travel far in Kanata. We have everything we need at our doorstep.
  4. Hidden gems: Whether you are looking for a craft brewery, homemade ice-cream, bakeries, cafes, or a family restaurant – we have many small businesses in Kanata with very unique offerings. Which one is your favourite?
  5. Go Sens Go! Cheer on the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre.
  6. Staycation: You don’t need to travel far for a little getaway! Kanata is the perfect spot for a staycation, offering many hotels, golf courses, and even campgrounds. What type of staycation will you book next?
  7. Serious tech lives in Kanata! Our community is home to Canada’s largest technology park. Over 28,000 people work at the 540+ companies in the tech park.
  8. Art lover? Discover local artists at the Kanata Civic Art Gallery.
  9. Winter fun: You’ve got to embrace the winter months when you live in Kanata, and luckily there are plenty of things to do to have some winter fun, such as sledding, ice skating on the many community ice rinks, cross-country skiing, fat biking, snowshoeing or simply building a snow fort. Don’t miss Ottawa Tourism’s Snowfest 613 Contest!
  10. Kanata Central: We may be biased, but with dozens of restaurants, retailers and services, there is everything you could desire in one location. Take a look at our Kanata Central store directory to plan your next shopping trip!

What do you love most about Kanata? Be sure to share your #LoveKanata photos and videos with us for your chance to win a $100 gift card to one of the local Kanata Central restaurants.

Good luck and please continue to support local.

Kanata Central BIA Chatbot