Welcome to Old New Edinburgh

This sketch of Thomas Mackay’s mills and distillery at Rideau Falls was drawn by Captain Thomas Burrowes in 1845.

Minto Bridge

The Minto Bridges, named after the Earl of Minto, eighth Governor General of Canada, were originally part of a ceremonial route from Government House to Parliament.

River Lane

River Lane offers a lovely place to stroll and enjoy the quiet, village-like setting of New Edinburgh.

Community on Parade

New Edinburgh is a community that comes together to celebrate in high style but in keeping with its heritage.

The Governor General of Canada

His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston and his wife Mrs. Sharon Johnston are two of the Burgh's most heralded residents.

Lumière on the Rideau

Each summer the park along the Rideau River in New Edinburgh explodes with light and festivities.

Heritage Walking Tour

Heritage walking tours are a frequent sight in New Edinburgh's Heritage Conservation District.

New Edinburgh Cheering Station

New Edinburgh was chosen as the "best cheering station" in the city for the fifth year running during the 2011 Race Weekend.
Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 11:05am

Wildcats Soccer is back for 2012. Children from ages 2 to 4 years learn soccer skills through inventive and fun games lead by volunteer coaches. Last year we had over 50 children playing and hopefully we'll have another great season!

Monday, April 2, 2012 - 1:20pm

Current plans for The Kavanaugh on Beechwood envisage a two-tiered 4- and 10-storey building with roughly 11,000 square feet of commercial space on the ground level for retail stores and restaurants, and up to 132 residential condominium units above.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - 5:48pm

The 1997 Traffic Calming Study conducted by NECA volunteers included a number of traffic calming recommendations,which the City has been implementing in conjunction with regular road works over the past 15 years.