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The Canadian Museum of Civilization, with its magnificent collection of totem poles and excellent children's museum, is the only place in North America where visitors can see both 3-D films on an IMAX screen and 2-D films on an IMAX dome. In 2012, the museum will also host a thought- provoking show, "God(s): A User's Guide," on the world's diverse religions and their effect on society (December 2, 2011, to September 3, 2012). And the National Gallery of Canada will be the only Canadian venue for the exhibition, Van Gogh: Up Close, which will feature some 50 paintings by the beloved Dutch master (May 25 to September 3, 2012). GettinG politicAl Ottawa is a magnet for political junkies. Most head first to Parliament Hill, whose neo-gothic spires are the city's best- known landmarks. From late June until late August, the Changing the Guard cere- mony draws huge crowds with its colour- ful red wool uniforms and British-style pageantry. Free tours of the Parliament Buildings include the House of Commons, the Senate and the stunning Parliamentary Library with its multi-storey galleries. Many people also visit the sobering Memorial Chamber in the Peace Tower, where books list the names of Canadians killed in war. cHAmBer music, rocK And All tHAt JAZZ Ottawa seems to have a festival for every season. The year kicks off with New Year's Eve celebrations on Parliament Hill, fol- lowed by the frosty fun of Winterlude (February 3 to 20, 2012), when the Capital PARLIAMENT HILL • OTTAWA TOURISM © 2012 Royal Canadian Mint. All rights reserved. © 2012 Monnaie royale canadienne. Tous droits réservés. Ottawa - 320, promenade Sussex Drive • 613-993-8990 Winnipeg - 520, boul. Lagimodière Blvd. • 204-983-6429 Vancouver - 752, rue Granville Street • 604-681-6772 mint.ca/tours | monnaie.ca/visites Feel the pride! Visit us in Ottawa, Winnipeg and Vancouver 12 months a year! The Royal Canadian Mint has been honouring Canada's heritage and achievements since 1908. For a behind-the-scenes look at how coins are made, take an interactive, guided tour in Ottawa and Winnipeg. To see our newest collectible coins and Canadian-inspired gifts, visit our boutiques in Ottawa, Winnipeg and Vancouver. Visitez-nous à Ottawa, à Winnipeg et à Vancouver. Nous sommes ouverts toute l'année! La Monnaie royale canadienne rend hommage au patrimoine et aux réalisations canadiennes depuis 1908. Vous pourrez découvrir les secrets de la fabrication des pièces de monnaie en faisant une visite guidée à nos installations d'Ottawa et de Winnipeg. Pour admirer et vous procurer nos toutes dernières pièces de collection et des articles-cadeaux d'inspiration canadienne, visitez nos boutiques à Ottawa, à Winnipeg et à Vancouver. Laissez-vous inspirer par la fi erté! 3911 Carp Road Box 466 Carp ON K0A 1L0 www.diefenbunker.ca Immerse yourself into the bunker's underground world, for an authentic experience of Canada during the Cold War. Plongez dans l'univers souterrain du bunker, pour une expérience authentique du Canada durant la Guerre froide. self-guided tour - specialty tour - spy camp - guided tour - rex zero workshops birthdays - outreach kits - events - storage rental - bunker boutique - free parking 2012 TRAVEL GUIDE TO CANADA 31