City updates
Get ready to celebrate Canada Day in Ottawa
Canada Day is just around the corner and Ottawa has plenty of opportunities for you to proudly celebrate our nation’s birthday safely and responsibly – from the main national event downtown to local community celebrations across the city.
Party safer
Ottawa Public Health’s Party Safer initiative encompasses a range of programs aimed at reducing harms related to substance use. Got tickets for that festival? Heading to prom? Going camping or cottaging this summer? Don't miss the Digital Party Safer Kit
Energy efficiency upgrades to come at City facilities as part of broader climate retrofit program
At an event hosted at the Ottawa Public Library’s (OPL) Carlingwood branch, the City announced today that several facilities will receive retrofit upgrades this fall.
Don’t miss out on all these upcoming Ottawa 200 events
Ottawa turns 200 this year and there are so many opportunities to celebrate! We are confident there is something for you, regardless of your age, interests or neighbourhood.
City’s outdoor swimming pools, wading pools and beaches ready to open
Summer is here and the City is ready to help you and your family cool off and enjoy the season. City beaches, outdoor pools and wading pools are opening soon
The City of Ottawa is recruiting members for its 2026-2030 Election Compliance Audit Committee
The Election Compliance Audit Committee (ECAC) is an independent, statutory body established under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 (MEA).
News from your Library
During WOW, OPL invites newcomers to discover the many free services, programs, and resources available to support their settlement journey and help them feel at home in Ottawa.
Your priorities in action: Helping residents where it matters most
From faster emergency response to improved mental health and housing support, City staff are working hard to make steady progress that you can see and feel every day.

