Did you know Ottawa is home to some of the world’s most surprising inventions? From instant mashed potatoes and walkie-talkies to the electronic synthesizer and McIntosh apple, Ottawa Made uncovers the city’s hidden history of creativity. Authors Sam Laprade and Caroline Phillips take you on a fascinating journey through groundbreaking inventions, legendary artists, and a few oddball creations—like the infamous sausage ship from Prescott. Fun, intriguing, and full of surprises, this book celebrates the ingenuity that makes Ottawa truly one of a kind.