City updates
A Mother’s Day gift that lasts longer than flowers
City gift certificates can be used toward a wide range of recreation and culture programs, including registered courses, drop-in activities and memberships.
National Immunization Awareness Week
This is why this year’s theme for National Immunization Awareness Week is “The time is now! Get immunized” reinforcing confidence in the significant benefits of vaccines; the strong evidence supporting their safety and effectiveness; the importance of addressing dis- and misinformation; and the need to stay informed and up to date with recommended immunizations.
News from your Library
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 spring service begins Sunday, April 19
OC Transpo’s spring service begins Sunday, April 19. This spring’s service includes bus service adjustments, seasonal schedule changes, and adjustments for construction.
News from your Library
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.
Rabies prevention in Ottawa
OPH has partnered with VCA Canada to provide free rabies vaccination clinics on April 17, 2026.
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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.
Free private well water testing
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).

