Ottawa celebrates its 200th anniversary this year! There are so many opportunities to celebrate, we are confident there is something for you regardless of your age, interest or neighbourhood. Here is a sneak peek at what is happening over the next few weeks.

As part of the spring Wake Up! program, firefighters from Ottawa Fire Services will visit homes across the city this month to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are present and working.

RoboRevoluction: An Epic Smart Mobility Showcase - Join Ottawa Public Library, Area X.0 operated by Invest Ottawa, Four DRobotics, Algonquin College Bachelor of Engineering Automation and Robotics program, and FRC Team 7476 Spongebotics from Earl of March High School for a fun, free, and informative drop-in event. 

A few topics covered at Council this week includes: flexibility to maximize use of housing funds, zoning to support nearly 500 new homes, tracking progress on new housing

Water safety knowledge is essential. Drowning is fast and silent, and most drownings occur between May and September. Prevention is key!

The ParticipACTION Community Challenge↗ is a national campaign running from June 1 to June 30, to crown Canada’s Most Active Community. The winning municipality will receive $100,000 to support local physical activity and sport programs.

On Monday, June 1, the Ottawa Paramedic Service recognized the life-saving actions taken by nine members of the public at the Community Champion Coin Awards.

The City of Ottawa’s Elections Office is hiring to fill over 5,000 paid election worker positions in the 2026 Municipal Elections.

Positions are available for advance voting day and voting day