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🔦In the spotlight - Awesome Authors writing contest

Know a budding writer? The Awesome authors writing contest↗ is back for 2026 for authors between the ages of 9-18! Encourage the young creators in your life to participate for a chance to be published and to win exciting prizes.  

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📌 Jobs and careers 

Looking for a new job or career? Explore OPL's resources and programs to support your job search. 

📌 Your next read 

It's time for Canada Reads 2026↗! Check out the longlist below, place a hold, and get ready for another year of discussion, debate, and great writing. 

📌 Familles francophones - Célébrez la Journée de l’alphabétisation familiale↗

Du 17 janvier au 1er février, la BPO invite les familles d’Ottawa à prendre part à des activités de littératie↗ ludiques et concrètes visant à nourrir la curiosité et à intégrer l’apprentissage dans le quotidien. Inscrivez-vous↗ dès aujourd’hui.

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