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Convent Glen

Explore Convent Glen’s schools, river pathways and everyday services in north-west Orléans.

Orléans, Ontario - Youville Farm
Orléans, Ontario - Youville Farm. Photo: Cantons-de-l'Est, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ward 2 — Orléans West-InnesMunicipal ward · source
1973, according to the Gloucester Historical SocietyStart of subdivision construction · source
February 2013Community association inaugural meeting · source
10Schools inside
21Parks & places inside
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Convent Glen is an established neighbourhood in north-west Orléans, in Ottawa’s east end. Subdivision work began in 1973 on land acquired from the Grey Nuns. Riverfront and neighbourhood paths connect residential areas and parks. Everyday services include Metro at Convent Glen Mall and Shoppers Drug Mart at Convent Glen Shopping Centre. By car, downtown Ottawa (Parliament Hill) is about 17.4 km away, roughly 18 minutes in free-flowing traffic (OSRM estimate).

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The neighbourhood

About Convent Glen

Convent Glen is an established neighbourhood in north-west Orléans, in Ottawa’s east end. Subdivision work began in 1973 on land acquired from the Grey Nuns. Riverfront and neighbourhood paths connect residential areas and parks. Everyday services include Metro at Convent Glen Mall and Shoppers Drug Mart at Convent Glen Shopping Centre.

Boundaries

Definitions vary. The Convent Glen–Orléans Wood Community Association defines its combined area by the Ottawa River to the north, National Capital Greenbelt to the west, Champlain Street to the east and St. Joseph Boulevard to the south. The Gloucester Historical Society distinguishes Convent Glen north of the Queensway from Convent Glen South between the Queensway and St. Joseph Boulevard, and identifies Orléans Wood as a separate adjoining subdivision. cgow.ca openstreetmap.org

Homes

The community association describes a mix of single-family and multi-unit homes in Convent Glen and Orléans Wood. Its neighbourhood profile says many homes were built in the 1970s. cgow.ca

Highlights
  • Riverfront paths and neighbourhood connections link parks and residential areas.
  • Greenbelt Pathway East connects with the Ottawa River Pathway.
  • Swimming, indoor skating and fitness facilities at Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex–Orléans.
  • English and Early French Immersion programs at Terry Fox Elementary School.
  • Grocery shopping at Metro Convent Glen Mall.
  • Volunteer-maintained outdoor ice at Jeanne d’Arc Park in winter.

Community

History

How Convent Glen came to be

St. Joseph skyline Orleans, Ontario
St. Joseph skyline Orleans, Ontario. Photo: Alaney2k, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  1. 1885–1970

    The Grey Nuns of the Cross, also known as the Sisters of Charity of Ottawa, operated d’Youville Farm between St. Joseph Boulevard and the Ottawa River. gloucesterhistory.com

  2. 1970

    Developer Costain purchased land from d’Youville Farm for the Convent Glen neighbourhood. gloucesterhistory.com

  3. 1973

    The Gloucester Historical Society dates the start of work on the Convent Glen subdivision to this year. gloucesterhistory.com

  4. 2011

    Residents began reviving the community association, with a first meeting held on September 22. cgow.ca

  5. 2013

    The Convent Glen–Orléans Wood Community Association elected its board at an inaugural meeting in February. cgow.ca

Map

Around Convent Glen

Walking rings at 5, 10 and 15 minutes from the neighbourhood centre.

Convent Glen: schools, parks, shops and transit within about 1.3 km of the centre
Convent Glen: schools, parks, shops and transit within about 1.3 km of the centre · Distances are straight-line from the marked centre. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
  1. 1Convent Glen0 m
  2. 2Bonaventure Park120 m
  3. 3Stoneboat Park160 m
  4. 4Friar Gate Park270 m
  5. 5Terry Fox Participark390 m
  6. 6Convent Glen ES410 m
  7. 7Glen Park490 m
  8. 8Glen Park Ice Rink530 m
  9. 9Terry Fox Park550 m
  10. 10ÉÉP L'Odyssée570 m
  11. 11ÉÉP L’Odyssée570 m
  12. 12Bilberry Park580 m
  13. 13Micas Market590 m
  14. 14Terry Fox ES610 m
  15. 15Orleans Landscaping610 m
  16. 16Gutsies620 m

Schools

10 nearby

Straight-line distances from the Convent Glen centre. Living near a school does not guarantee a place: confirm the designated school for an address with each board. All schools and board locators.

Parks & places

10 nearby

The full parks & trails guide.

Shops & dining

10 nearby

The full shops & dining guide.

Getting around

Transit

  • Convent Glen

    openopenstreetmap.org

    0 m1 min walk

  • OC Transpo route 221

    openopenstreetmap.org

    930 m12 min walk

  • Jeanne-d'Arc

    openopenstreetmap.org

    1.1 km13 min walk

  • OC Transpo route 39

    openopenstreetmap.org

    1.3 km16 min walk

  • Bus

    OC Transpo’s Route 38 map shows service through the Jeanne d’Arc, Voyageur and Fortune area, with a connection to Blair. Check the travel planner for the trip and direction required.

    octranspo.com

  • O-Train connection

    From Blair, westbound Line 1 serves downtown stations including Rideau, Parliament and Lyon. Use current schedules and service alerts before travelling.

    plan.octranspo.com

  • Future O-Train east extension

    An October 2, 2026 OC Transpo memo moved the expected start of pre-trial running from October to November because of train-control software work. It did not announce a passenger opening date; this guide does not treat Convent Glen Station as open.

    glengower.ca

  • Future station access

    The City identifies the future Convent Glen Station at Orléans Boulevard, with walking and cycling connections on the bridge over Ottawa Road 174.

    ottawa.ca

The full transit guide.

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    Questions people ask

    Quick answers

    Short answers first; each links to the full answer and its sources.

    All 33 questions

    1. Is Convent Glen a good place to live?

      Convent Glen has neighbourhood paths, river access and nearby recreation facilities. English- and French-language schools are available in the wider area; these are practical features to compare with your needs, rather than a universal verdict on suitability.

      As of 2026-10-30 · ons-sqo.ca cgow.ca

    2. Where is Convent Glen?

      Convent Glen is in north-west Orléans, in the City of Ottawa, Ontario. The broader Convent Glen–Orléans Woods area lies beside the Ottawa River and National Capital Greenbelt.

      As of 2026-10-30 · ons-sqo.ca cgow.ca

    3. What are homes like in Convent Glen?

      Convent Glen and Orléans Wood include single-family and multi-unit housing, according to the community association. Many homes in the combined area were built in the 1970s; a detailed census breakdown by home type was not verified.

      As of 2026-10-30 · cgow.ca cgow.ca

    4. What are Convent Glen’s boundaries?

      The community association uses the Ottawa River, Greenbelt, Champlain Street and St. Joseph Boulevard as the limits of its combined Convent Glen–Orléans Wood area. Historical subdivision boundaries are narrower, so a map or statistic should identify the definition it uses.

      As of 2026-10-30 · cgow.ca gloucesterhistory.com

    5. Is Convent Glen South part of the same area?

      Convent Glen South is a separately named subdivision between the Queensway and St. Joseph Boulevard. The Gloucester Historical Society places Jeanne d’Arc Boulevard on its west side and Orléans Village on its east side.

      As of 2026-10-30 · gloucesterhistory.com

    6. What is Convent Glen’s connection to the Grey Nuns?

      The Grey Nuns operated d’Youville Farm on land between St. Joseph Boulevard and the river before residential development. The Gloucester Historical Society records a sale to Costain in 1970 and explains that Grey Nuns Drive commemorates the congregation.

      As of 2026-10-30 · gloucesterhistory.com

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