BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONKANATA NORTHWELCOME TO

CANADA’S LARGEST TECHNOLOGY PARK

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Karen McCrimmon Member of Parliament for Kanata-Carleton

Marianne Wilkinson Councillor Ward 4- Kanata North

Kanata North is the most fantastic ward in the City of Ottawa. The Kanata North Business Park, is the largest employment area outside the City core. I’ve had the great opportunity of representing this area on municipal councils for 25 years, with 9 of those years as Head of Council and 7 of those years as Mayor of Kanata, when Kanata was a separate municipality. My job is to serve all aspects of the community, from individual concerns to dealing with large developments and the services they need. Feel free to contact me via phone 613-580-2474 or via email if you have any concerns or suggestions to make Kanata North an even better place.

Jenna Sudds President and Executive Director

Kanata North is a fantastic place to live, work and play. We have over 500 businesses doing incredible work – and yet we have access to green space and many trails, right outside our door. Truthfully, we think there is no better place!

The Kanata North Business Association works hard every day to support our local businesses, and to promote the area as a center of expertise in technology and innovation. We are also working hard to create opportunities for our community to come together, to network, to enhance relationships, and have fun. Please follow our blog, check out our website and join us, as we work to make Kanata North an even better place!

Kanata-North is home to some of the most innovative companies in Canada. I have the privilege of serving the Kanata-Carleton community as Member of Parliament and I have seen first-hand the incredible talent we have in our businesses. Kanata is such a vibrant place to work and live. Please feel free to reach out to my office via email if I can be of assistance.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CANADA’S LARGEST TECHNOLOGY PARK ................................................................ 4

Economic Growth ............................................................................................................... 4

LIVING IN KANATA ............................................................................................................ 5

Apartments Rentals in Kanata North ......................................................................... 5

INFRASTRUCTURE .......................................................................................................... 6

EDUCATION

School Boards ............................................................................................................. 6

Middle Schools and Universities ................................................................................. 6

CULTURE ........................................................................................................................... 6

Cultural centres and associations ....................................................................................... 6

Community Services ........................................................................................................ 6

Seniors Centres ..................................................................................................... 6

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS ................................................................................................ 7

Community Centres ................................................................................................... 7

CITY OF OTTAWA INTERPRETATION SERVICES .......................................................... 7

GOVERNMENT SERVICES ............................................................................................... 7

Employment insurance ........................................................................................................7

Family benefits ................................................................................................................... 7

Travel and Passports .......................................................................................................... 7

Training benefits ..................................................................................................... 7

ARTS .................................................................................................................................. 8

Theatre and Galleries ..................................................................................................... 8

WEST DISTRICT LIBRARY ............................................................................................... 8

CHURCHES ....................................................................................................................... 8

SPORTS ............................................................................................................................. 9

RECREATION ACTIVITIES .............................................................................................. 10

PUBLIC TRANSPORTAION ............................................................................................. 10

CITY MAP ......................................................................................................................... 11

IMPORTANT NUMBERS .................................................................................................. 11

NETWORKING AND EVENTS ......................................................................................... 11

BUS ROUTES .................................................................................................................. 12

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CANADA’S LARGEST TECHNOLOGY PARK

As Canada’s largest Technology Park and a vibrant technology hub, Kanata North has long been recognized as a hotbed of technology innovation. The birthplace of game-changing companies such as Mitel, You.i TV and Halogen, the area continues to support 100s of creative technology companies within a specially-designed business park area that can support companies ranging in size from 2 employees to 5,000. The area also features a rich eco-system of retail and business services so that residents and companies can get the support that they need.

Home to the Centre of Excellence in Next Generation Networks (CENGN), L-Spark Accelerator program, and a handful of collaborative workspaces – all the necessary pieces are in place to ensure success.

As a result of this focus, Kanata North boasts a high percentage of young, highly-educated people who choose to take advantage of the many career-growth options presented in Kanata North. These same people also see Kanata North as an ideal place to raise families. The area has among the best schools in the city, a new recreation complex, hiking and biking trails, easy access to everything from downtown Ottawa to provincial parks and a reputation for safety.

Kanata North is a ward in the City of Ottawa and unlike other Ottawa communities; Kanata was designed to have a mix of densities and commercial and residential properties that include luxury apartments, town homes and individual homes all surrounded by green space. The region is home to many major high-tech businesses, nestled between large shopping areas (Centrum, Kanata Town Centre, and Tanger Outlet Centers that offer 43 shopping outlets with more than 400 brand name factory outlet stores) and restaurants.

A map of Kanata North can be found on page 10. For additional information on the industry profiles and ecosystem of Kanata North see the Kanata North Business Association’s website.

ECONOMIC GROWTH The businesses in Kanata North are becoming increasingly diverse, offering their products and services both locally and internationally.

ECONOMIC STRUCTURE One of Canada’s most vibrant technology

industry economies. Canada’s largest Technology Park Major economic sectors: Information &

Communications Technology, Software. Emerging economic sectors: Defence,

Security & Aerospace, Life Sciences, Cleantech.

Major export markets include the UnitedStates, the United Kingdom, China, Germany and Japan.

Major export markets include the UnitedStates, the United Kingdom, China, Germanyand Japan.

ECONOMIC FACTORS

1. Kanata North has a rich base of 21,000+ skilled employees.

2. Over 50% of the employees live within 5 kmsof their work – Offering tremendous life-work balance.

3. Over 500 companies call Kanata North home– contributing over $7.8 Billion to Canada’sGDP

4. Productivity of Kanata North workers is 3xgreater than the average Canadian worker.

5. Kanata has over 117,304 residents.6. Kanata North residents earn on average

$55,000 per year (over $10,000 more than the average Ottawa citizen).

7. Kanata North households have a combinedaverage of $117,000 (over $30,000 more than the average Ottawa household).

8. Kanata North is an affordable place to live,with a total cost of living substantially lower than international, national and other Canadian centres.

9. The largest subdivision in North Kanata isMorgans Grant with over 15,000 residents. This subdivision abuts the Kanata North Business Park and is a valuable resource to local companies.

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10. 7% of Kanata North’s population is Francophone and growing while 26% are bilingual.

11. Kanata has a large Chinese population aswell.

12. 50% of the population is between the ages of25-59 years old.

LIVING IN KANATA NORTH A number of rental options exist in Kanata North. This includes renting an apartment, townhouse or home and possibly renting with others/colleagues to reduce costs but minimize commute times. You can find these rentals in a variety of places – a rental agent; websites such as ottawaliving.ca, usedottawa.com, and ottawa.kijiji.ca, local newspapers, as well as community boards at your place of employment. Kanata North is the 17th most walkable neighborhood in Ottawa with 33,729 residents.

Rental apartments in Kanata North include:

Kanata Lakes Apartments - William's Court 1203 Maritime Way 613-435-4950

William’s Court Lepine luxury apartments Suite 105, 1203 maritime way 613-319-9910

Park Ridge Place 7303 Campeau Drive 613-592-9273

Varley Apartments 100 Varley Lane 613- 592-4248

Varley Lane (Townhomes) 5-80 Varley Lane 613-790-4213

Beaverbrook Lane (Townhomes) 1-120 Beaverbrook Lane 613-808-9508

Kanata Co-operative Homes Inc. 1010 Teron Road 613-592-1405

Blue Heron Co-op Homes 750 March Road 613-254-7492

Premiere Suites Furnished Apartments 192 Gray Crescent Kanata, ON 613-695-6510

Lakeview Apartments 360 Croydon Ave 613-829-1313

Stonewick Heights 9 MacNeil Crt Kanata, ON 613-831-3826

Transglobe Apartment Reit 19 Varley Dr 613-271-2983

Axia Property Management 29 Peary Way 613-591-6528

Killam Properties 1175 Maritime Way, 613-435-6676

Location Brigil Kanata Lakes 613-371-2438

Elk Property Management 700 Silver Seven Rd, 613-271-7179

Two the Parkway - Beaverbrook 9 MacNeil Crt, 613-519-1355

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INFRASTRUCTURE With the diversity of businesses located in Kanata North, from Sanmina to Cisco to Deloitte, Kanata North has the communications infrastructure to support global high tech, manufacturing and service companies.

Key Intercity Infrastructure:

Hwy 417 linking to Hwy 416 and Hwy 401 Ottawa International Airport, Ottawa (20

minutes) Rail access (Barrhaven/Fallowfield Station

closest to Kanata North) City will soon offer a new Light Rail

Transit (LRT) system that will extend toKanata.

EDUCATION

Kanata offers 29 elementary schools (both English and French schools are offered, in addition to private Montessori schools), and 6 public secondary schools (grades 7-12) are operated under both Public and Catholic School Board systems. With so many options available Kanata is able to offer a customized, inclusive education for everyone.

Ottawa Carleton District School Board Ottawa Catholic School Board Conseil des écoles publiques du l’Est Ontario Conseil des écoles catholiques de langue

française du Centre–Est

The area also offers a number of private middle schools, including Venta, Kanata Academy and Kanata Montessori.

Venta Prep Kanata Academy Kanata Montessori Greenwoods Academy

Kanata offers a highly-educated workforce with 62% of adult residents holding a University or College degree. The region is home to three of Canada’s most highly respected post-secondary

institutions: University of Ottawa, Carleton University and Algonquin College.

University of Ottawa Carleton University Algonquin College

CULTURE Kanata offers its residents a rich blend of cultural and recreational activities to satisfy a variety of tastes. The area is home to a diverse community, where you can find anywhere from Chinese children dance groups to a variety of adult fitness groups.

Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre 613-235-4875 www.occsc.org

Kanata Chinese Seniors Support Centre 613-440-3788 www.kcssc.org

Sikh Community Services 613-599-9074 www.scsottawa.org

Turkish Association of Canada 613-501-6937 www.turkishcanada.com

India Canada Association www.indiacanada.org 613-276-8076

Kanata Muslim Association 613-973-5000 www.kanatamuslims.ca

Kanata Seniors Centre 613-599-4480 www.kanataseniors.ca

Chartwell Kanata Retirement Residence 613-663-2966 www.chartwell.com

Kanata Client Service Centre City Government Office 613-580-2400

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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Kanata Beaverbrook Community Centre Website | 613-592-4435

Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre Programs and services | 613-591-2501

Kanata Hazeldean Lions Community Centre Website | 613-836-2657

Visit the City of Ottawa website to view additional community programs in Kanata.

Community Employment Resource Centre (CERC) Website | 613-828-2123

There are several active Community Associations in Kanata North. A great opportunity to get out and meet your neighbors and get involved in your community.

• Kanata Lakes Community Association

• Beaverbrook Community Association

• March Rural Community Association

• The Kanata North Community Garden

CITY OF OTTAWA INTERPRETATION SERVICES

When calling the City of Ottawa, you may request the assistance of an interpreter. This service is available in over 170 different languages when you call one of the following numbers:

3-1-1 Ottawa Public Health Info 613-580-6744 OC Transpo Information Line 613-741-4390 Tax and Water Customer Service Line

613-580-2444 Social Services Intake Line 3-1-1, select

language, then 4 Mayor’s Office 613-580-2496 City Councillor offices

When calling a City phone line, you may ask to be placed into a three-way call with an interpreter and a City staff member. The interpreter will then

provide you with an opportunity to discuss services in the language of your choice.

Our government offers hundreds of programs and services designed to help Canadians. Here are some links to additional information:

Information for Seniors Information for Working in Canada Information for Travel and Passports Information for Veterans Information for Students and Youth

SOCIAL INSURANCE NUMBER

1-800-206-7218 (option 3) www.canada.ca

EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

1-800-206-7218 www.canada.ca

CHILD AND FAMILY BENEFITS Find information on all the services available to families, including maternity and parental benefits, insurance and tax information. www.cra-arc.gc.ca/benefits

INFORMATION FOR TRAVEL AND PASSPORTS

1-800-567-6868

Find information about applying for a new passport or renewing your passport, as well as information about fees, processing times, and general questions.

TRAVEL AND TOURISM Travel advice, advisories and information on embassies and consulates. www./travel.gc.ca/

INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND YOUTH

Find information about Education Savings and RESPs, Student Loans and Grants, and online tools to help you continue your education. There

HELPFUL INFORMATION AND GOVERNMENT SERVICES MP Services from Karen McCrimmon website

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are also tools to help you explore career options and plan your education.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING BENEFITS

For information on scholarships, grants and funding opportunities for students whether part-time, full-time, with dependents, with disabilities and from low or middle-income families.

EXCHANGES CANADA PROGRAM

1-866-811-0055

The Exchanges Canada Program aims to involve youth from all walks of life, enhance their knowledge and understanding of Canada, connect young Canadians with one another, and help youth develop a sense of Canadian identity. The Program has two components: Youth Exchanges Canada and Youth Forums Canada. Find out more about both these components, and learn how you can get involved.

YOUNG CANADA WORKS

Young Canada Works offers students and recent graduates a chance to apply their skills in the workforce, begin to build their career, and earn money for their education. YCW sponsors two simmer job programs for students: YCW in Heritage Organizations, and YCW in Both Official Languages. YCW also sponsors two internship programs for unemployed or underemployed college or university graduates: YCW at Building Careers in Heritage, and YCW at Building Careers in English and French.

FEDERAL STUDENT WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

The Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP) provides full-time students with the opportunity to explore their interests and develop their skills. There are a wide variety of jobs across the country, varying from outdoor field work to office positions in various disciplines. Click here to find out more.

JOBS.GC.CA SPECIALIZED RECRUITMENT PROGRAMS

The Federal Government has specialized recruitment programs for students and recent graduates in various fields of study. Find out more.

ARTS

Kanata Theatre is a non-profit theatre company that presents plays at the Ron Maslin Playhouse. Kanata Civic Art Gallery is operated and programmed by the Kanata Civic Art Gallery Board of Management in partnership with the City of Ottawa, the gallery exhibits and promotes the sale of original works of art by its members.

Kanata Symphony Orchestra is a community based orchestra with volunteer members from across Ottawa and the National Capital region. They play a broad spectrum of music ranging from Classical to Pop.

The Kanata Art club is a “not-for-profit” volunteer-administered organization created to inspire and support member artists at all levels

WEST DISTRICT LIBRARY

A full-service library opened in August 2014 at 2500 Campeau Drive. It shares the site with the Mlacak Recreation Centre and the Kanata Seniors’ Centre. The Earl of March Secondary School is next door. The 2,229-square-metre building is an expansion of the existing Beaverbrook branch of the Ottawa Public Library, includes a Makerspace, kid's programs for early learning, and meeting space. Website | 613-580-2940

CHURCHES

St. Isidore Roman Catholic Church 1135 March Rd 613-592-1961

St. John's Kanata Anglican Church 325 Sandhill Rd 613-592-4747

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Brookside Baptist Church 1078 Klondike Rd 613-591-3246

Christ Risen Lutheran Church 85 Leacock Dr 613-592-1546

Kanata United Church 33 Leacock Dr 613-592-5834

Kanata Pentecostal Church 990 Teron Rd 613-592-1213

St. Xenia Russian Orthodox Church 2 Colchester Square 613-599-9367

Kanata Wesleyan Church 286 Didsbury Rd 613-592-7635

Kanata Baptist church 465 Hazeldean Rd 613-836-3145

The Bridge Kanata Wesleyan church 285 Roger Neilson Way 613-592-7635

Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Parish 44 Rothesay Dr 613-836-1764

Kanata Pentecostal Church 990 Teron Rd 613-592-1213

Liberty Church Christian 801 Kanata Ave 613-447-7161

Lifecentre Kanata Christian 990 Teron Rd 613-592-1213

Kanata Community Christian Reformed church 46 Castlefrank Rd 613-831-7458

Glen Cairn United Church 40 Abbeyhill Dr 613-836-4756

Ottawa Mandarin Wesleyan Church 2500 Campeau Drive 613-890-8400

L'Église Évangelique du Salut Révélé 140 Abbeyhill Dr 613-435-0989

SPORTS Kanata is home to the Ottawa Senators NHL team. The Senators play at the Canadian Tire Centre. The Bell Sensplex is home to the Lady Senators. The annual Bell Capital Cup youth minor amateur ice hockey tournament is held at the Bell Sensplex during the Christmas holiday break.

The Kanata Lasers junior team plays at the Kanata Recreational Complex. The West Ottawa Soccer Club is the largest sports club in Kanata and the second largest in the city with close to 4,500 players. The Kanata Rhythmic Gymnastics Club is the largest rhythmic gymnastics club in Ontario.

The Kanata Dragons Athletic Club (KDAC) is a Not-For-Profit organization that has been formed to offer children aged 3 to 11 the opportunity to play recreational sports within the suburbs of Kanata.

Brown's Martial Arts ─ professional karate school Offers programs for the whole family. Website | 613-270-1010

Florin’s Ultimate Martial Arts Centre All ages are welcome. Website | 613-831-0735

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RECREATION ACTIVITIES Kanata North is home to many parks and trails to the delight of walkers, hikers, runners, bikers and nature enthusiasts. The Beaver Pond, South March Highlands, Stony Swamp and Monk Woods are all popular spots. The Kanata North area also has excellent golf courses, including the renowned links-style 27-hole The Marshes as well as Kanata Lakes, Loch March among others. Golfing is a highly popular past time with Kanata North workers and residents, and golf enthusiasts will find much to like in Kanata North.

FOR CHILDREN

Kanata Ballet School (now KBS Dance Ltd.) provides a thoroughly professional, non-competitive approach to the learning of dance in all forms. For ages 4-15 Learn Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Hip-Hop. Visit: www.kbsdance.com | 613-592-2596

See more options for Kids Activities in Kanata.

RICHCRAFT RECREATION COMPLEX KANATA (RRCK)

Located at 4101 Innovation Drive, the RRCK is a state of the art 95,000 square foot facility which includes a 25-meter eight-lane indoor pool, a leisure therapeutic pool, two full gymnasiums, fitness and cardio centre and several multi-purpose rooms. Outdoor features incorporate play areas for children - including water play, a basketball court, a new skateplaza and a full-sized sports field with artificial turf. RRCK offers a variety of programs catering to all age groups. Website | 613-580-9696

There are a variety of activity and membership fees available. Contact the RRCK for corporate pricing discounts and family rates. E-mail: westcarleton@ottawa.ca

Download Activities and Program Guide for Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata.

KANATA RECREATION COMPLEX

The Kanata Recreation Complex is located in a park setting in Walter Baker Park with adjacent sports fields, a splash pad, toboggan hill and more. It offers a wide selection of recreation programs for all ages including children's summer camps, preschool programs and fitness classes. The complex includes recreation program space and two full-size arenas (Tom Flood Arena and Gary Burke Rink) with spectator seating. Ideal to rent for meetings, gatherings or social events. Website | 613-836-3121

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

OC TRANSPO

Bus Service is provided by OC Transpo. Improved service to the Kanata North area was implemented in 2017. A new Park & Ride service was added at Innovation Station at 5025 Innovation Drive, on the Southwest corner of Innovation Drive and Terry Fox Drive. Another Park and Ride location in Kanata includes March Rd/Eagleson Rd. See a full map of the Park and Ride stations around the city.

Bus routes serving Kanata North residents were changed in Jan. 2017 and can be seen on the map on page 12. To view recent route changes, visit www.octranspo.com. Routes are subject to change and the stop times change seasonally. Additional route information, maps and useful tools such as route planner and the OC My Transit app featuring live updates, interactive maps, favourite routes etc. can be found on the OC Transpo website.

For information on transit fares visit OC Transpo Tickets and Passes. Monthly passes can be purchased in the form of a Presto card. You can purchase a Presto card online www.prestocard.ca or in person at the Kanata Client Services Centre, 580 Terry Fox Drive, or an OC Transpo Sales Centre. New fees were implemented for 2017. A regular adult pass is $113.75/month. Discounted bus passes and fares for seniors and students are available, and tickets for less frequent users. For

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more information visit www.octranspo.com or call 613-741-4390.

See bus Route Maps on pages 11-14.

CITY MAP

geoOttawa is the City of Ottawa’s interactive web mapping application. geoOttawa can help you find your way around the city. Search by address, intersection, street segment or by facility. Visit: http://maps.ottawa.ca/geoOttawa/

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

City Services .................................................... 3-1-1 Social Services ................................................ 2-1-1 Ottawa Police, Emergency .............................. 9-1-1 Ottawa Police, Non-Emergency ........ 613-236-1222 ext 7300 Hydro Ottawa (power outage) ............ 613-738-0188

OC Transpo (transit info) ................... 613-741-4390 OC Transpo (customer service) ........ 613-842-3600

Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre............................... 613-591-3686

TWITTER City of Ottawa @ottawacity Ottawa Traffic Updates @ottawa_traffic Councillor Marianne Wilkinson @marianne4kanata Ottawa Public Library @opl_bpo OC Transpo @OCTranspoLive Kanata North Business Assoc. @kanatanorthbia

UPCOMING EVENTS

Check the Kanata North Business Association’s event calendar on their website for monthly events around our business community, as well as Councillor Marianne Wilkinson’s website for local city and community meetings. To keep up to date on the news and events in Kanata North subscribe to the newsletters that are available on both websites.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

The Kanata North Business Association provides quarterly free business networking events in a relaxed atmosphere starting at 5pm at The Marshes Golf Club at 320 Terry Fox Drive. See website for more details: www.kanatanorthbia.ca

The Wesley Clover Foundation hosts Tech Tuesday on the 1st Tuesday of each month, 5pm at The Marshes Golf Club 320 Terry Fox Drive.

KANATA NORTH MAP

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BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

555 Legget Drive Tower B, Suite 534613-254-8778