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Editable Vector Map of the Ottawa Canada in SVG format.
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Principal streets and roads, names places, residential streets and roads, road number labels, water objects, land use areas.

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Ottawa, the capital city of Canada, has several principal streets, roads, and city districts that are significant for various reasons, such as history, culture, business, and government functions. Here’s an overview:

Principal Streets and Roads:

1. Wellington Street:
   • Location: Runs west-east through downtown Ottawa.
   • Significance: Home to many important government buildings including Parliament Hill, the Supreme Court of Canada, and the Bank of Canada.
2. Elgin Street:
   • Location: Runs north-south from Wellington Street to the Queensway.
   • Significance: Known for its restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as key landmarks such as the National War Memorial and Confederation Park.
3. Bank Street:
   • Location: Extends from Wellington Street in the north to the southern suburbs.
   • Significance: A major commercial street with various shops, restaurants, and cultural institutions like the Canadian Museum of Nature.
4. Rideau Street:
   • Location: Runs east-west through downtown Ottawa.
   • Significance: A major commercial thoroughfare with the Rideau Centre shopping mall, ByWard Market, and the University of Ottawa.
5. Sussex Drive:
   • Location: Extends from Rideau Street to the Prime Minister’s residence at 24 Sussex Drive.
   • Significance: Known for housing several embassies, the National Gallery of Canada, and Rideau Hall (the Governor General’s residence).
6. Queen Street:
   • Location: Parallel to Wellington Street, running east-west through downtown.
   • Significance: Part of the central business district with many office buildings and close to Parliament Hill.
7. Albert and Slater Streets:
   • Location: Run parallel to each other east-west through downtown.
   • Significance: Key routes for OC Transpo (Ottawa’s public transit) with many office buildings and hotels.

City Districts:

1. ByWard Market:
   • Description: One of Ottawa’s oldest neighborhoods and a vibrant area known for its farmers’ market, boutiques, restaurants, and nightlife.
   • Location: East of Sussex Drive, north of Rideau Street.
2. Centretown:
   • Description: A densely populated area with a mix of residential and commercial properties, featuring Elgin Street and Bank Street.
   • Location: South of Parliament Hill and the Ottawa River.
3. Glebe:
   • Description: A trendy, historic neighborhood known for its beautiful residential streets, shops, and the Lansdowne Park complex.
   • Location: South of downtown, along Bank Street.
4. Westboro:
   • Description: A suburban district that has become one of Ottawa’s trendiest areas, with outdoor activities along the Ottawa River, as well as restaurants and shops.
   • Location: West of downtown along Richmond Road.
5. Hintonburg:
   • Description: A hip, revitalized neighborhood with a mix of art galleries, coffee shops, and boutiques.
   • Location: West of downtown, along Wellington Street West.
6. Kanata:
   • Description: A major suburb known for its high-tech business sector and the Canadian Tire Centre, home of the Ottawa Senators hockey team.
   • Location: Far west of the city center.
7. Orleans:
   • Description: A large suburban district with a strong Francophone community, numerous parks, and recreational facilities.
   • Location: East of downtown Ottawa.
8. Nepean:
   • Description: A large suburban area with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones.
   • Location: South and west of downtown Ottawa.

These streets and districts form the backbone of Ottawa, reflecting its historical roots, cultural diversity, and modern development.