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  • Tuesday, September 19, 2023

    OTTAWA — On Saturday, September 30, seven branches of Ottawa Public Library (OPL) will be open for the public to learn more about the impact of the residential school system, which an estimated 150,000 Indigenous children from across Canada...

  • Wednesday, September 13, 2023

    OTTAWA – The 2023 Ottawa Book Awards finalists lead readers through a voyage of moving poetry, poignant stories, captivating human drama, and engaging biographies. These works delve into significant historical eras, bringing fresh perspective to familiar...

  • Monday, August 28, 2023

    OTTAWA – With fall around the corner and new routines about to begin, hours at Ottawa Public Library (OPL) will return to full fall levels at all of its 33 branches starting Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Some OPL branches will offer ...

  • Thursday, June 22, 2023

    OTTAWA- A quick reminder that Sunday hours will be paused for the months of July and August and will return in September. 

    The last day to enjoy Library services on Sunday is June 25. 

    Sunday hours start up again on Sunday, September 10...

  • Monday, June 19, 2023

    Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable summer adventure? Get ready to buckle up because Teen Staycation is back!...

  • Monday, June 12, 2023

    OTTAWA- Love, diversity, and equality take center stage at Ottawa Public Library this June as we proudly present a series of vibrant programs that will captivate hearts and minds. Pride celebrations provide opportunities for our community to come together, share...

  • Wednesday, June 7, 2023

    Ottawa –Again this year, the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is organizing a season filled to the brim with free summer activities for kids in Ottawa. From July 3 to August 18, kids ...

  • Tuesday, June 6, 2023

    Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is thrilled to announce an absolute game-changer for reading enthusiasts by launching a new Book Club Kit program for library cardholders. With access to multiple copies of a variety of titles, the Book Club Kit program aims to make it easier to run or start a book...

  • Monday, May 29, 2023

    Ottawa – The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month, in a spirit of respect and recognition. OPL is offering a variety of informative programs, free activities, book suggestions...

  • Wednesday, May 10, 2023

    OTTAWA – The Ottawa Public Library Board received OPL’s 2022 Annual Report at its Board meeting yesterday. The report “Setting up for Renewal” acknowledges 2022 as a year of transition for the Library. OPL welcomed a new Chief...

  • Tuesday, May 9, 2023

    Ottawa – Ottawa Public Library has received another major gift to its Unlock Potential fundraising campaign for the future Central branch at Ādisōke.  

    Ms. Jane Beaumont, a long-time advocate of library services for persons with vision loss and print disabilities, and the past chair...

  • Thursday, April 27, 2023

    OTTAWA- Throughout the month of May, Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is proud to celebrate Asian Heritage Month, a time to honour and recognize the contributions of Canadians of Asian descent, and to stand against anti-Asian racism and discrimination. 

    In celebration of this year’s...

  • Monday, April 24, 2023

    Ottawa―On Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 2 pm, the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) held the 2023 Awesome Authors Awards Ceremony in the Main Hall of the Dominion-Chalmers Centre, the first time since 2019 that the Library has been able to present the awards in person.   

    The...

  • Wednesday, April 5, 2023

    OTTAWA- All branches of Ottawa Public Library (OPL) will close at 4 pm today, Wednesday, April 5, 2023, due to the ice and freezing rain event. The weather-related closure tomorrow also means that all OPL Bookmobile stops will be cancelled as will deliveries by the...

  • Friday, March 31, 2023

    April is the time to celebrate Poetry Month, and the theme this year from the League of Canadian Poets is joy. Poetry is for everyone, and Ottawa Public Library is here to spread the poetic joy! During this 25th annual Poetry Month, join OPL in...

  • Thursday, March 23, 2023

    The 2023 selection for Un livrel/One eRead Canada is Tatouine by Jean-Christophe Réhel

    OTTAWA - Canadian Urban Libraries Council (CULC), Ottawa Public Library and more than 1000 libraries in Canada are inviting readers from coast to...

  • Friday, March 24, 2023

    OTTAWA – The Main branch of Ottawa Public Library, located at 120 Metcalfe, will be closed on Saturday, April 1, 2023, due to a planned electrical shutdown for repairs. 

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  • Wednesday, March 8, 2023

    Start your March Break on the right note and learn to express yourself in the universal language of music! Ottawa Public Library is partnering with CBC Music to invite young teens and tweens to music-making workshops this Saturday, March 11 and Sunday,...

  • Tuesday, March 7, 2023

    OTTAWA – As the largest bilingual (French/English) public library in North America, Ottawa Public Library invites Francophones and Francophiles of all ages to enjoy several special programs and explore OPL’s many resources in French during Francophonie Month. Whether you're an avid reader, a...

  • Thursday, March 2, 2023

    Ottawa - Ottawa Public Library (OPL) Board will name the program room at the Rideau branch the “Daniel Poliquin Room,” in recognition of Mr. Poliquin’s contribution to Franco-Ontarian literature and his links to the Lowertown and Sandy Hill communities. 


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