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.
Friday, June 14, 2013 - 3:32pm

The June 2013 edition of the New Edinburgh News is now online.

Saturday, March 30, 2013 - 6:37pm

NECA Acting President David Sacks provides a summary of the March 26 Planning Committee hearing on Minto's proposed zoning changes for the Beechwood-MacKay development project.

Monday, March 18, 2013 - 11:51pm

Encouraged by the success of the popular "Moms" and "Lindenlea" listservs, there have been a number of requests that a new, general New Edinburgh listserv be created.