
City updates
Healthy breakfast ideas for children and youth
Breakfast doesn’t have to be complicated. Simple options like toast with peanut butter and banana, yogurt with fruit and granola, or even a quick smoothie with scrambled eggs can provide the fuel kids need to start their day.
News from the Library
📢 Important notice: Children's programs are suspended between August 22 and September 15 as we prepare for our Fall Programs. The children's area including scavenger hunts are still open and awaiting your visit.
Human West Nile virus case and a horse with EEEV in Ottawa
Ottawa Public Health is reporting the first human case of WNV infection in an Ottawa resident for the 2025 season and has confirmed that a horse in Ottawa recently tested positive for EEEV.
Labour Day schedule changes
The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and City service impacts for the Labour Day holiday on Monday, September 1.
Private well users encouraged to conserve water
Due to the extreme dry conditions, three local conservation authorities have issued low water advisories. Users of private wells are encouraged to be prudent with their water use and avoid all unnecessary watering activities, including lawn watering.
News from the Library
Children's programs will be suspended between August 22 - September 15 as we prepare for our Fall Programs. The children's area including scavenger hunts are still open and awaiting your visit.
Register today for the fall Cleaning the Capital campaign
Registration for the fall campaign is open until Tuesday, September 30. You can choose to clean up community parks and green spaces, roadsides, shorelines or even areas around bus stops. We encourage any residents interested in participating, including high school students looking to complete community involvement hours, to register
News from the Library
Celebrate the end of Summer Reading Club with a Teddy Bear Picnic Party! We will be enjoying a storytime, doing a craft, playing a game, and having a snack before closing with show & tell. Bring your favourite stuffie with you and anything you want to present for show & tell