A new model for City of Ottawa recreation admissions and membership passes is in the works and we want to hear your thoughts! The new model groups activities into three cost categories and would apply to drop-in admissions, multi-visit passes and membership passes.

Due to weather conditions, a daytime winter weather parking ban will be in effect on Wednesday, January 10 between 10 am and 7 pm across Ottawa.

Winter programming has begun for families, kids, teens, and adults. Register quickly to save your spot! 

This year, the Governor General’s Food Guard, in cooperation with like-minded civic partners, will present four $2,500 awards to youth whose ability, hard work, and perseverance merits special recognition in the Ottawa area.

Start planning your recreation and culture activities for 2024! The City of Ottawa’s March break and summer camps are online now for browsing.

It’s time for Ottawa homeowners to complete their online Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) forms for each residential property they own before the March 21 deadline. A $250 late fee will be applied to all declarations filed after the deadline.

A big part of living in Ottawa is feeling a sense of community and seeing themselves as important pieces that make up Ottawa’s historical puzzle. Ottawa Archives is helping us build this puzzle.

Ride for free on New Year’s Eve after 6 pm courtesy of Safer Roads Ottawa and MADD. Get home safely after you celebrate!

The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes for the holiday season between Sunday, December 24 and Monday, January 1. Garbage collection will be delayed by one day.

Beginning Monday, January 1, children and youth of Ottawa can participate in the 2024 lineup of Play Free activities. These free drop-in activities include gym sports, swimming, museums and skating.

Don’t forget: You can donate to help your community  at the Ruth E. Dickinson library during opening hours.   

OPH recognizes that navigating the healthcare system can be complex, and barriers to access can have significant impacts on individuals' well-being. Learn about the services available to help support someone facing healthcare challenges, particularly those residents that do not have access to a family physician or nurse practitioner.