The pre- existing capitals of Toronto and Quebec had initially moved to Kingston in 1841, to Montreal in 1844, and to Toronto at the start of the perambulating system of Government in 1849. Canadian politicians asked the queen not once but three times since 1840 to chose the location of the capital.
Locating the seat of government in Canada was a 17-year process. At the same time, this is very much a national story, relevant to all Canadians. The stories of the many communities that comprise Ottawa have been overshadowed by its identity as the nation’s capital. As one of the oldest and the fourth largest municipality in Canada, the City of Ottawa has a story to tell that encompasses but is also distinct from its role as the national capital.
One hundred and fifty years ago Queen Victoria chose Ottawa as the capital of the United Province of Canada. The history of Ottawa can be interpreted through such types of primary sources as newspapers, photographs and personal papers of contemporary witnesses, as well through by-laws and minutes books. Primary sources are important places to start when connecting with History.
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