Fêtez la semaine du livre canadien pour la jeunesse 2026!

Pour les enfants d’un océan à l’autre, c’est l’occasion parfaite de rencontrer des auteures et auteurs canadiens et de savourer des récits qui reflètent leur réalité et leur culture. 

OC Transpo’s spring service begins Sunday, April 19. This spring’s service includes bus service adjustments, seasonal schedule changes, and adjustments for construction. 

Moderated by A Capital Mystery co-editor Mike Martin, the conversation will explore the craft of short fiction, the unique challenges and freedoms of the short story form, and the powerful role of place and lived experience in shaping compelling narratives.

OPH has partnered with VCA Canada to provide free rabies vaccination clinics on April 17, 2026.

Learn how to paint, knit, sew, and much more. Creativebug offers thousands of award-winning arts & crafts free video classes and workshops. They are all taught by recognized design experts and artists. 

Spring is a great time of year to test your well water. Snowmelt and spring showers can contaminate your well if the well is not properly maintained. Public Health Ontario Laboratories test for the indicators of bacterial contamination (coliforms and E. coli). 

Local authors are welcome to submit an application to have their work included at the branch of their choice, or in the eBook collection.  

Heads up: The Library will be closed on Friday, April 3 (Good Friday) and Monday, April 6 (Easter Monday)

Oral health is an important part of overall health. Ottawa Public Health (OPH) can help residents who face barriers related to cost, insurance coverage, or finding a dental provider.