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EXPLORE THE MAPSUBMIT A MURAL

Deep dives into the urban art scene. From artist interviews and street stories to mural walking tours. Stay updated on the evolving street art landscape.

Journal & Stories

Wide-angle shot of a Pride mural taken during winter in the Byward Market, Ottawa. Art by Falldowng.
Community Stories

Pride on the Walls: The Stories Behind Ottawa's 2SLGBTQIA+ Public Art

June 1, 2026

A celebration of Capital Pride: Discover the vibrant history and community stories painted across Ottawa. Explore the public art celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ visibility and resilience in Canada's capital.

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Large-scale outdoor mural by Ottawa artists Dems and Doll in Centretown, depicting a bearded figure reminiscent of Leonardo da Vinci alongside the Vitruvian Man and dynamic water imagery, painted on a building exterior in winter
Street Art History

Ottawa's Walls Through 200 Years: The Street Art History Behind the Bicentennial City

May 24, 2026

Shaun McInnis painted Westboro's firefighters. Karole Marois painted Little Italy's immigrant families under a highway overpass. Claudia Gutierrez painted seeds breaking through concrete in the middle of a pandemic. In 2026, Ottawa turns 200 and its walls have been keeping score. This is the full history of public art in the capital: the artists, the policies, and how a grey city got its colour.

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Ottawalls showing spring nature-themed street art mural in the Glebe for the Tulip Festival
Walking Tour

Tulips & Paint: Ottawa Spring Mural Tour

April 8, 2026

While the tulips at Commissioners Park are world-famous, Ottawa’s walls bloom year-round. Discover the best nature-inspired murals in the Glebe, Centretown and Hintonburg this spring.

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Mural in The Glebe, Ottawa, featuring a magical garden scene with realistic mushrooms and tulips.
Neighborhood Guide

The Ultimate Self-Guided Street Art Walk in The Glebe, Ottawa

November 20, 2025

From hidden alleyway masterpieces to towering tributes on Bank Street, The Glebe is one of Ottawa's densest neighbourhoods for urban art. Grab a coffee and follow our curated walking guide to the best murals in the area.

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Daniel Martelock Bird on a garage door near Wellington Street West
Neighborhood Guide

The Ultimate Self-Guided Street Art Walk in Hintonburg, Ottawa

November 20, 2025

Hintonburg is more than just a trendy spot in Ottawa. It is a full-scale outdoor gallery. Grab your camera and follow this walking tour to find the massive murals and hidden gems that give this part of Wellington West its character.

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