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Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.

  • Multi color language bubbles in a gray background

    Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jul 31, 2024
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    14 sessions remaining

    Join our free English conversation to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment.

    All levels are welcome to this drop-in program.

    Rejoignew notre groupe de conversation en anglais gratuis pour pratiquer l'anglais dans une atmosphère détendue.

    Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus à ce programme, inscription non requise.

  • poster for Death Wish III

    Wednesday May 01, 2024 at 6:30pm
    150 minutes

    Ottawa Bad Movie Nights and Ottawa Public Library present a screening of Death Wish III (1985).

    Please join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at the OPL's Main Branch Auditorium. The event will also feature other bad movie items like trailers and serials.

    The event is free to attend. In English.

    Note: This film is intended for a mature audience. Viewer discretion is advised.

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 26, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    If you are a knitter, a crocheter or a crafter, come and join us at Hazeldean Stitches. Share your ideas and projects with other yarn artists. All ages welcome! 

  • four people with speech bubbles

    Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 19, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    8 sessions remaining

    Améliorez votre français parlé et rencontrez des gens dans une atmosphère détendue. Inscription non requise, niveaux intermédiaire.

    Practice your French language conversation skills and meet new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. Drop-in program at an intermediate level.

  • Wednesdays, May 01, 2024 - Jun 05, 2024
    10:30pm
    60 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. Stay and Play following Storytime. Meet new friends and play with self-directed toys. Drop-in family program.

  • Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024
    10:00am
    360 minutes

    9 sessions remaining

    A member of Employment & Social Services’ Outreach and Mobile Services Team (OMST) will be at the Main branch of OPL in Room 117 on the 1st floor each Thursday from 10 am to 4 pm. 
     

    Financial Support

    • Ontario Works
    • Emergency Assistance
    • Dental and Vision Care
    • Utilties – Enbridge and Hydro Bills
    • Housing – Rent and Rent Deposits

    Ongoing Assistance

    • System navigation
    • Connecting with your Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) worker
    • Requesting additional benefits
    • Booking appointments
    • Obtaining documents and identification
    • Transportation and more!

    Referrals to Other Resources

    • Employment Ontario
    • Housing Services (e.g. Social Housing Registry)
    • Child Care Subsidy
    • Ottawa Food Bank
    • Free Counselling Services
    • Mental Health and Addictions Services
    • Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)

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    Un membre de l’Équipe de services mobiles et d'intervention (ESMI) sera présent à la succursale Centrale dans la salle 117 au 1er étage les jeudis de 10h à 16h. Services de l'ESMI :

    Soutien financier

    • Ontario au travail
    • Aide d'urgence
    • Soins dentaires et de la vue
    • Services publics : factures d'Enbridge et d'électricité
    • Logement: loyer, dépôts de loyer

    Aide continue

    • Navigation dans le système
    • Liaison avec votre chargé de cas d'OT ou du POSPH
    • Demande pour d'autres avantages
    • Prise de rendez-vous
    • Obtention de documents et pièces d'identité
    • Transport et plus!

    Aiguillage vers d'autres ressources

    • Emploi Ontario
    • Services du logement (p. ex. Registre du logement social)
    • Subventions pour la garde d'enfants
    • Banque d'alimentation d'Ottawa
    • Services de consultation gratuits
    • Services en santé mentale et de lutte contre les dépendances
    • Programme ontarien de soutien aux personnes handicapées (POSPH) 
  • a man reads a story book to a group of children.

    Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    C'est l'heure du conte!

    Histoires, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges et un parent ou gardien. Inscription non requise.

  • Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for children of all ages and a parent or caregiver. 30 min. Drop in.

  • Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers 19-36 months and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in. 

  • Babytime

    Thursdays, May 02, 2024 - May 30, 2024
    10:15am
    30 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for babies (newborn to 18 months) with a parent or caregiver. Drop-in program.