Waterford Retirement Residence - Ottawa South

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Waterford Retirement Residence - Ottawa South

Our family owned and operated residence has +60 years of hospitality experience. We strive to provid OUR FAMILY CARING FOR YOURS, SINCE 1958.

For almost 60 years the Zlepnig family has served the greater Ottawa community dating back to the humble beginnings of the Southway Motel in 1958 when first generation Canadians, Peter and Theresia Zlepnig built a modest 7 unit motel. As Ottawa grew so did the Zlepnig family business. Bill (son) and Louisa Zlepnig guided the property through a series of expansions that culminated in a full service Hotel with 170 guest rooms, Shallows Restaurant, meeting rooms & banquet facilities. Enter the third generation. Bill & Louisa have now passed down the Southway legacy to their sons, Fred & Stephen and their respective wives, Karen & Leslie. Together, they are transforming the Southway into their Waterford brand of seniors’ residences. Since 1996 they have been creating and developing innovative and industry leading residences. Inspired by the loss of Karen’s mother to Alzheimer’s disease the Waterford brand has evolved into a full continuum of care residence ensuring that a broad range of care needs can be met. To this end, the Waterford Ottawa is the only seniors residence in North America with a fully enclosed, climate-controlled atrium and a retractable roof. This remarkable and innovative courtyard is designed as comfortable outdoor living space that will be enjoyed year round inside. Family is what defines The Waterford. We are very proud to be working alongside our fourth generation – Adam (Design & Architecture), Allison (BA, Gerontology), Kristen(CPA, CA) and Jennifer (RN & 3rd year Ottawa U Med. student) – all who bring their own unique talents and commitment to service. Even Autumn & Della (Steve & Leslie), only 13 & 10 years old, have begun their initiation into what it means to be Family by participating in decorating our buildings for the seasons. FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED.

01/19/2026

Weathering the Winter storm by making Suncatchers! These residents smiles will warm up any heart. ☀️💖❄️

01/14/2026

We had the pleasure of having the Madrigals Choir sing for us. Thank you for blessing us with your beautiful voices! 👩‍🎤🎼🩷

01/10/2026

Ladies night at the Waterford is always full of laughter and fun! We are cultivating friendships that will last a lifetime. 💃🥂🎁

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from our family to yours! We wish you all the very best in 2026! May the new year bring you Joy, health and prosperity. 🎉🥂❤️

12/23/2025

We have winners galore here at the Waterford!!! Where every day is a winner, not just for chocolate but for our friends and the love we share! ❤️🍫🥰

12/18/2025

Latest winners of our Lindt Advent Calendar!!! Please enjoy those chocolate treats! 🍫🍬🙌

12/17/2025

More winners everyday!!! 🍬🍫🤩

12/14/2025

A new winner! Still haven’t found anyone who will share their prize! 😅🍫❤️

12/12/2025

Some girls have all the luck and win twice! Our giant Lindt Chocolate Advent Calendar is bringing more smiles on our residents faces! ❤️🍫🤩

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12/09/2025

Please note that due to circumstances beyond our control, we will be cancelling our Holiday Cheer Open House on December 10th, 2025. Please stay tuned for an announcement to reschedule the event in the near future.

12/08/2025

Our new winners! This humongous calendar is very generous!!! 🍫❤️☺️

12/05/2025

Our latest Giant Advent Calendar winner! Do you think she’ll share? 🍫🎄🤗

Address

2431 Bank Street
Ottawa, ON
K1V8R9

Website

http://waterfordretirement.com/ottawa/

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