Alma Byward Market | 256 Rideau Street, Ottawa

Live Steps from uOttawa—Experience Elevated Student Living at ALMA @ ByWard Market

Welcome to ALMA @ ByWard Market Ottawa—where student living meets modern comfort, wellness, and unbeatable convenience. Just a 5-minute walk from the University of Ottawa, and easily accessible to Saint Paul University, Carleton University, and Algonquin College, ALMA places you in the heart of the city’s academic and cultural life.

Designed for students who value sustainability, inclusivity, and well-being, ALMA offers fully furnished studios, studio + den, and shared suites in a vibrant, community-focused environment. Each space is thoughtfully crafted to support your success—whether you’re studying, relaxing, or socializing.

Enjoy hotel-style amenities that elevate your everyday experience:

• Full 24/7 fitness studio

• Dedicated study lounges & private workspaces

• The Get Ready Room for pre-class prep or nights out

• Rooftop patio with panoramic city views

• The Collective x ALMA Bar & Lounge (coming soon)

• Arcade & Golf Simulators 

• Wellness spa, upgraded lobby lounge, and more

Located in the iconic ByWard Market district, you’ll be surrounded by cafés, grocery stores, public transit, and everything else you need—right at your doorstep.

Live well. Live connected. Live ALMA.