About Kanata
Kanata real estate is comprised of several smaller communities, with several residential class and condo class properties.
Kanata’s strong technology sector and close proximity to the Department of National Defence have created an unwavering interest in Kanata. Coupled with its family appeal, newer developments, and many amenities, Kanata has what the majority of buyers look for when purchasing a home. Kanata has a wonderful mix of both worlds, with several rural communities as well as high-tech companies that have been set up in the Kanata North business park. Kanata’s neighbourhoods include Beaverbrook, Glen Cairn, Bridlewood, Katimavik, Morgan’s Grant, and Kanata Lakes.
A mix of old and new, the communities in Kanata each have their own features.
Beaverbrook offers a pristine location for recreational amenities, schools, and shopping opportunities. Glen Cairn used to be a very small village and is a great place to raise a family; with its public pool, library, and the Jack Charron arena all nearby. Bridlewood sits cozily next to the greenbelt, what used to be fields and farms is now a nice development area with newer, affordable housing next to the hiking trails the greenbelt offers. Katimavik, meaning “Gathering Place” is a safe neighbourhood to raise children, and is home to the Canadian tire centre where the Ottawa Senators play hockey. Morgan’s Grant is located in the north end with the high tech companies and top-quality golf course as a favourite meeting place, this newer subdivision has everything nearby! Kanata Lakes has two provincially protected beaver pond wetlands, many parks and golf courses, as well as the Centrum Shopping area.
Attend hockey games at the Ottawa senators Canadian tire centre, enjoy the country club and golf courses, one of the many parks and, in the winter, a good toboggan hill or skating rink is always nearby. Wherever you find yourself in Kanata, you’re sure to have a good community just outside of Ottawa with the best of both worlds.
Schools in Kanata
Kanata is home to 25 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 7 secondary schools ranging from public to private. The following is a list of these schools, complete with their Fraser’s Institute Quality ranking. For more information about individual schools, contact the Ottawa-Carleton Regional School Board.
Please note: We have included a Fraser’s Institute Ranking where applicable. This is not the only way to determine school quality. For more information, please contact the individual schools.
- District: Bridlewood
- Grades JK-6
- Fraser Ranking: 6
- District: Katimavik
- Grades JK-3
- Fraser Ranking: N/A
- District: Morgan’s Grant
- Grades JK – 8
- Fraser Ranking: 8
- District: Glen Cairn and Bridlewood West
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 6.4
- District: Katimavik
- Grades 4 – 8
- Fraser Ranking: N/A
- District: Bridlewood, Emerald Meadows, Glen Cairn, Katimavik
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 7.5
- District: Beaverbrook, Kanata Lakes, Morgan’s Grant West
- Grades JK- 6
- Fraser Ranking: 8.1
- District: Morgan’s Grant
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 7.6
- District: Beaverbrook, Kanata Lakes, Morgan’s Grant West
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 9.5
- District: Beaverbrook, Kanata Lakes
- Grades JK – 8
- Fraser Ranking: 8.9
- District: Bridlewood East, West, North – Emerald Meadows South East
- Grades: JK – 8
- Fraser Ranking: 7.1
- District: Glen Cairn, Emerald Meadows and Bridlewood West and South
- Grades 7 – 8
- Fraser Ranking: N/A
- District: Glen Cairn, Bridlewood and Emerald Meadows
- Grades 9 – 12
- Fraser Ranking: 7.9
- District: Beaverbrook, Kanata Lakes and Katimavik
- Grades 7 – 12
- Fraser Ranking: 8.9
- District: Morgan’s Grant and West Carleton
- Grades 9 – 12
- Fraser Ranking: 8.8
- District: Beaverbrook, Kanata Lakes South and East
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 8.2
- District: Katimavik, Stittsville Northeast corner
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 6.7
- District: Emerald Meadows
- Grades JK to 6
- Fraser Ranking: 7.6
- District: Kanata Lakes
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 8.3
- District: Morgan’s Grant
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 7.9
- District: Glen Cairn and Bridlewood West
- Grade JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 6.7
- District: West Carleton, Morgan’s Grant, Kanata Lakes, Beaverbrook
- Grades 7 – 12
- Fraser Ranking: 8.4
- District: Bridlewood, Emerald Meadows, Glen Cairn and Katimavik
- Grade 7 – 12
- Fraser Ranking: 8.2
- District: Katimavik
- Grade JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 8.1
- District: Bridlewood
- Grades JK – 6
- Fraser Ranking: 6.6
- District: Morgan’s Grant
- Grade JK – 8
- Fraser Ranking: 7.4
- District: Bridlewood-Emerald Meadows
- Grades JK – 12
- Fraser Ranking: 8.3
- District: Beaverbrook
- Age 14m – Age 6
- District: Bridlewood, including surrounding area.
- Age 18m – Grade 8
- District: Morgan’s Grant
- Age 18m – Grade 8
- District: Kanata Lakes and Beaverbrook
- Age 2 – Grade 12
Shopping in Kanata
Whatever you want, Kanata’s got. There are tons of stores and shopping centres to pick from. Here are a few of the most popular ones:
- Tanger Outlets – The Tanger Outlets Mall has several brand-name outlet stores where you can get some of the best deals in the city.
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre – This mall has space for 37 stores, and features big brands like Chapters and Walmart, with several smaller, more local businesses calling Centrum home.
- Terry Fox Shopping Centre – This mall is small, but it has a lot of local character with a little bit of everything, from food establishments to a hair salon.
- Hazeldean Mall – This is your classic neighbourhood mall, and has all the fan-favourite stores you recognize wherever you go.
- Kanata Commons – Kanata Commons is another mall located in the west end that includes a Independent Grocers, Rogers, banks, and dining establishments.
Kanata has a multiple grocery stores. Along with the familiar brands of Loblaws, Sobeys and Food Basics, there’s also a Kardish Health Food Centre, Kanak’s, and many other small local grocers. One thing’s for sure: you’ll never go hungry!
These are just some of the amenities that Kanata has to offer within a 5 kilometre radius of the neighbourhood’s centre. Photo Courtesy of Amenity Map.
Public Transportation
One of the best things about Ottawa is the amount of public transportation available. Through OC Transpo, there are several buses with routes that take you throughout Kanata, or into downtown Ottawa and beyond.
There are several fare options available, depending on how often you’ll be taking the bus. Visit the OC Transpo website for more information.
Healthcare in Kanata
Healthcare is a necessity, and Kanata has plenty of healthcare options and businesses to choose from. Besides being only a few kilometres away from the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Kanata has several medical clinics, dentists, doctors, and treatment centres that will be able to attend to all of your needs.
Community and Entertainment in Kanata
Kanata is much more than a place to live: it’s a place to have fun!
You could catch a movie at Landmark Cinemas, one of the largest theatres in the city. How about cheering on the Ottawa Senators or singing at a concert at the Canadian Tire Centre?
There’s more! You could:
- Catch some great live performances that the Ron Maslin Playhouse.
- Splash around at the Kanata Leisure Centre and Wave Pool.
- Play a round or two at Marshes Golf Club – or visit one of the countless other clubs in the area.
- Have a refreshment at the Small Pony Barrel Works Brewery.
- Talk a walk to the Stony Swamp down the old Quarry Trail, or explore the South March Highlands Conservation Forest.
- Jump around at the Xtreme Trampoline Park – great for kids and kids at heart!
- Wander around the Kanata Civic Art Gallery.
- Eat fresh from May to October at the Kanata Farmers Market.
Whatever your interests, Kanata will have something for you!
Dining Out in Kanata
Dining out is a nice treat for many people, so they want to make it a good choice! Luckily, Kanata has plenty of those!
The following restaurants in the Kanata area are just a sampling of the local cuisine, and all have a sizeable amount of positive reviews by people who have eaten there before.
- Amuse Kitchen & Wine
- Aperitivo
- Cabotto’s
- Fratelli
- Graffiti’s Italian Eatery
- Kanata Noodle House
- Lapointe Seafood Grill
- Perspectives Restaurant at Brookstreet
- The WORKS Gourmet Burgers
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