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New to Canada? The Library Is Here for You!

The Ottawa Public Library serves Newcomers across the city all year long. Read this blog post to find links to library programs and resources that we recommend to Newcomers. Visit your local library branch [...]

Welcoming Ottawa Week movie screenings

Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch 120 Metcalfe, Ottawa

Join us to view films depicting the immigrant experience. We are offering two time slots to accommodate as many people as possible! June 22: Ru (2023, 117 minutes, in French) at 11 a.m. followed [...]

Centretown Social Services Fair

McNabb Park 435 Bronson Ave

Come out to the McNabb Park for the Centretown Social Services Fair to learn about services offered in Centretown, a great opportunity to get resources, and meet neighbours and organizations! Language: Bilingual

WOW Summer Festival

Albion-Heatherington Recreation Centre 1560 Heatherington Rd, Ottawa

In partnership with the Albion-Heatherington Recreation Centre and South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre, Ottawa Public Health will be hosting a WOW Summer Kick-Off Festival Event on June 27, 2025, from 4:00 PM–7:00 PM, and [...]

Walking Tour of Chinatown

Plant Recreation Centre 930 Somerset Street West, Ottawa

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO RAIN! Join us for a guided tour of Chinatown to learn about the contribution of immigrant communities to the neighbourhood, along with its history, people and vibrant [...]