About Carleton

Carleton offers modern, well-equipped laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment and excellent computer facilities. The university’s location in the national capital allows for proximity to and collaboration with relevant government departments, the National Research Council, Communications Research Centre, high-tech industries, and, through OCIECE, access to resources and faculty at the University of Ottawa. Your proximity to these facilities ensures that your potential career is just around the corner.

About Ottawa

Welcome to Ottawa, Canada’s capital city!

Rideau canal in Ottawa

A small stone bridge along the Rideau canal

Students, staff, faculty and visitors to Carleton University can take advantage of what Ottawa has to offer all year around: the arts, the outdoors, professional sports, and an exciting, vibrant night life and a strong sense of community.

Carleton University is close to Canada’s majestic Parliament Buildings, the bustling Byward Market, and the beautiful Gatineau Park.

From the internationally-renowned National Gallery of Canada, and the National Arts Centre, to the NHL’s Ottawa Senators, the Canadian Museum of Civilization and the restaurants, shops and cafes of the city’s dynamic downtown core, Ottawa has something for everyone, year ’round, and accessible via Ottawa’s comprehensive public transit system.

To find out more about all that Ottawa has to offer please visit: Ottawa Tourism