Osgoode Township Area
Rural township in Ottawa region with agricultural lands
Former rural township in Ontario now within Ottawa's municipal boundaries; its villages, farmland and country lanes attract cycling, seasonal fairs and quiet drives.
Osgoode Township at a Glance#
About Osgoode Township#
Osgoode Township is a former rural township in eastern Ontario that was amalgamated into the City of Ottawa in 2001. It historically comprised farmland, small villages, and dispersed rural settlements.
The area remains largely agricultural with village centres and local services serving surrounding farms. Municipal governance and services have been provided by the City of Ottawa since amalgamation.
Geographically it sits in the southeastern portion of the Ottawa municipality, within commuting distance of the city but retaining a distinctly rural character.
- Amalgamation: Became part of the City of Ottawa in 2001 as a result of municipal amalgamation.
How to Get to Osgoode Township#
Osgoode Township lies southeast of downtown Ottawa. From Ottawa, take Bank Street (Highway 31) south and follow local signage toward Greely, Metcalfe, or Kars depending on the destination. Driving is the practical option; public transit into the more rural parts is limited, though OC Transpo provides service to some outlying communities.
Tips for Visiting Osgoode Township#
- If researching family history or land records, contact the Ottawa County or municipality archives ahead of time to confirm holdings and opening hours.
- Osgoode is largely rural-plan transport in advance; public transit options into the township are limited.
- Visit in fall for the maple color and local harvest events that small villages often stage on weekends.
Best Time to Visit Osgoode Township#
Best visited in spring or autumn for scenery and community events.
Weather & Climate near Osgoode Township#
Osgoode Township's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (939 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -16° - -6° | -17° | 67 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -15° - -5° | -15° | 60 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -8° - 2° | -8° | 62 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 0° - 10° | 2° | 72 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 7° - 19° | 13° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 23° | 18° | 86 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 14° - 26° | 20° | 90 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 14° - 25° | 19° | 86 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 9° - 20° | 14° | 90 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 3° - 13° | 6° | 82 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -2° - 5° | -2° | 85 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -11° - -3° | -12° | 78 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
