Downtown Ottawa, Ontario's central area, is a hub of government buildings, including Parliament Hill and the Supreme Court. It's bounded by the Ottawa River, Rideau Canal, Gloucester Street, and Bronson Avenue, with notable landmarks like the Château Laurier and National Arts Centre. The district boasts a blend of apartments, hotels, and heritage buildings, with a significant high-tech industry presence. The skyline, once capped at 150 feet to not overshadow Parliament, now features taller buildings like the 29-storey Place de Ville. Downtown employs around 100,000 people and has a rich tapestry of cultural and historic sites.