Whether you’re an avid reader, a literature lover, or simply someone with a curious mind, chances are you’re keeping an eye out for the latest literary award news. This fall, several major literary awards have revealed their winners.

Highlights from this week’s Council meeting to keep you in the loop about what happens around the table.

This year’s theme, “Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress,” highlights the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and equality in every part of community life.

Subject to budget approval, the City of Ottawa in partnership with Ottawa Tourism will launch a two-year pilot program to increase financial support to Ottawa’s larger, tourism-generating festivals. The Major Festivals Fund will provide an additional $1 million per year to festivals with the largest tourism and economic impact.

Did you know the library lends much more than books and E-books?  Find out about all the 'things' you can access for free using your library card.   Stop by our booth to chat with staff and answer your questions 

The City of Ottawa will be launching its recreation membership and admissions model for drop-in fees, multi-visit passes and membership passes, starting this Monday, December 1 – making fees more consistent and providing you more flexibility to choose your preferred activities that fit your budget.

Last week, Council tabled the 2026 Draft Budget. Find the information you want through the Budget Explorer, a simple interactive tool designed to help you get the information you need about our budget.

Younger children often have limited experience with traffic, and lack the skills to negotiate traffic safely, motorists need to take special care while driving. Help our children get to school safely by following safety rules