WELCOME TO RUSSELL

RANKED THE 3RD BEST PLACE TO LIVE IN CANADA (PER MONEYSENSE.CA - 2018)

WELCOME TO RUSSELL

Russell stands out as one of the most desirable communities in the Greater Ottawa area, offering the ideal balance of small-town charm and modern convenience. With excellent local amenities, a short commute to the city, and a strong sense of community, Russell continues to attract families, professionals, and investors alike.

The Fournier Real Estate Group is proudly born and raised in the Russell area, and it remains one of the communities we know best and proudly serve. Whether you’re buying or selling real estate in Russell, one of our knowledgeable local Realtors® is always happy to assist.

Russell offers an exceptional quality of life, including top-rated schools, modern sports and recreation facilities, scenic walking and biking trails, convenient grocery and shopping options, a thriving local business scene, expansive green spaces, low crime rates, and a close-knit community atmosphere, complemented by year-round local events.

Fun fact: Russell is part of Russell Township, which was ranked the 3rd best place to live in Ontario in 2018 by MoneySense.

Use this page as your complete guide to Russell real estate, market insights, and everything this welcoming community has to offer.

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FUN FACTS ABOUT RUSSELL, AND THE RUSSELL TOWNSHIP

THE TOWNSHIP OF RUSSELL'S POPULATION (2016 - PER STATSCAN)

THE TOWNSHIP OF RUSSELL'S PROJECTED POPULATION (2036 - PER RUSSELL.CA)

EMBRUN'S AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME (2021 - PER STATSCAN)

3RD BEST PLACE TO LIVE IN CANADA (2018 - RUSSELL TOWNSHIP - PER MONEYSENSE.CA)

A SHORT 30-MIN DRIVE TO DOWNTOWN OTTAWA

52.6 HECTARES OF PARK LAND (PER RUSSELL.CA), AND A STUNNING 9KM PAVED FITNESS TRAIL

AVERAGE AGE IN THE RUSSELL TOWNSHIP (2021 - PER STATSCAN)

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SCHOOLS

Russell residents enjoy access to excellent educational institutions in the vicinity. In Russell, you'll find the following schools: • École élémentaire catholique St-Joseph • Mother Theresa Catholic Elementary School • Russell High School • Russell Public School • St-Thomas Aquinas Catholic High School Alternatively - in Embrun, you'll find the following schools: • École élémentaire catholique pavillon La Croisée • École élémentaire catholique St-Jean • École élémentaire publique de la Rivière Castor • École secondaire catholique Embrun

GROCERIES & AMENITIES

Residents of Russell have convenient access to a diverse range of grocery stores and amenities. Within Russell itself, you'll find a Foodland, and ample pharmacies to choose from. Alternatively, with a quick 7-8 minute drive to Embrun, you'll find an Independent and a local 'Bonichoix' for your grocery needs. You can also venture 12-15 minutes to Casselman, where you'll find both Metro and NoFrills. Additionally, for larger shopping trips, a Costco in Ottawa is just a short 25-minute drive away.

HEALTH CARE

Russell boasts excellent healthcare services, offering a range of facilities including a dental clinic, physiotherapy clinic, family doctor clinic, optometrists, and several pharmacies to cater to your healthcare needs. Available pharmacies in Russell include: IDA, and the Russell Pharmacy. If you're looking for additional options, you can take a quick 7-8 minute drive to Embrun, where you'll find a Shoppers Drugmart, Jean Coutu, IDA, and a Pharmasave.

GREEN SPACE & NATURE

Russell caters to fitness enthusiasts with a list of fantastic options. Revel in over 52.6 hectares of parkland within the township of Russell, reputable weightlifting gyms, a 9km paved fitness trail, mountain biking trails, a sports complex, tennis courts, hockey arena, soccer fields, and baseball diamonds, among other offerings. The township of Russell is even considering an expansion of it's current sports complex, potentially introducing more fitness amenities to our communities. For those who appreciate nature, the scenic Larose Forest in Limoges is just an 12-15 minute drive from Russell, featuring well-maintained biking trails, cross-country skiing trails, snowshoeing trails, and walking trails.

RESTAURANTS & PUBS

Indulge in Russell's flourishing culinary scene, offering a diverse selection of local eateries and a range of convenient fast-food options. Among the Russell's beloved local eateries are: Russell Restaurant, The Waiting Room, Big Bite Bistro, and many other local joints. If you're looking for additional options, take a quick 7-8 minute drive to Embrun where you'll find Embrun's favorite local eateries: Homestead Pub, Grilled Shawarma, The Uptown Resto Bar Indian Fusion, Embrun Asian Express, Latin Table, Enzo Grill, and Iron Forge Pizza. For those craving a refreshing pint, explore Tuque De Broue, Embrun's distinctive local brewery. Beyond these favorites, Russell and its surrounding area boast numerous other restaurants, fast-food chains, and pubs to satisfy diverse culinary preferences.

ENTERTAINMENT

With a tighty-knit community spirit, Russell is sure to always keep you entertained. Enjoy year-round local events, such as: communal hockey tournaments, soft ball tournaments, soccer leagues, organized card nights, pub nights, kareoke nights, running clubs, local charity events, organized fairs, local shows, live music, and so much more.

WELCOME TO RUSSELL

RANKED THE 3RD BEST PLACE TO LIVE IN CANADA (PER MONEYSENSE.CA - 2018)