Michelle Heights, Ottawa

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Michelle Heights is a small neighbourhood located in Ottawa, Ontario. Located in the west end of the city, it is bounded by Bayshore Drive in the west, the Ottawa River to the north, Pinecrest Road to the east and Richmond Road to the south.

The neighbourhood along with nearby Britannia, Bayshore, Lincoln Heights and Foster Farm is known to have one of the highest crime rates in the city due notably of the presence of some gang groups. It is also one of the poorest districts outside of downtown.

The majority of residential units consist of small homes, townhouses and apartment buildings. The area contains a major movie theater called "The Coliseum" operated by Famous Players. It is also located close to Bayshore Shopping Centre, one of the main shopping centres of the city.