Richmond is a Canadian
village. Founded in 1818, it spans the
Jock River, a tributary of the
Rideau River. Like many communities in eastern
Ontario, Richmond houses several unique populations. Some residents have historic and economic roots in the immediate area. Richmond operates as a small core to its residents. To others, the village serves as a bedroom community for the larger urban area of
Ottawa. Richmond's amalgamation with the city of Ottawa in 2001 has had mixed results. A significant impact on democratic representation, as well as threats to local values and determination are some of the major concerns. Richmond is 15 km from North Gower, 32 km from
Carleton Place, 36 km from
Downtown Ottawa, 41 km from
Smiths Falls and 45 km from
Perth. Its population at the
Canada 2006 Census was 3,301.