Holiday Messaging As we prepare for holiday gatherings, we need to continue to assess our own level of risk and the risk for those around us to make informed decisions. Vaccination is the most effective way you can protect yourself and your loved ones from the most serious effects of respiratory illnesses. Today, the Province…
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Chanukah begins on December 18 and concludes December 26 I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone who is celebrating a Happy Chanukah! The first night of Chanukah starts this Sunday, December 18, at nightfall which is when the first candle of the menorah is lit. The final candles are lit on Sunday…
Skating on the City of Ottawa’s outdoor rinks is a popular pastime for residents and a great way to keep active during colder weather. Ottawa’s outdoor rink program is very unique as the ice surfaces are primarily constructed and maintained by community volunteers. The City’s Parks and Recreation department are currently tracking forecasted snowfall and…
The Chinese Canadian Children’s Choir invites the community to attend its Christmas recital, on Sunday, December 18, 2022, from 3:30 to 4:30 pm, at Britannia United Church. Cost of admission is $10/person or $25 for a family.
Looking to go on an adventure or learn something new that doesn’t cost money? Check out the Carlingwood Ottawa Public Library. The Ottawa Public Library OPL) is a place for exploration and discovery where you have access to tools and resources – high-tech and low tech – to enable creation and inspire learning at any…
OC Transpo winter service changes will take effect on Sunday, December 25. This winter, changes will include service adjustments on select routes, two new seasonal pilot programs, and special service for the holidays. New winter schedules are available on octranspo.com. Before heading out, use the Travel Planner to plan your trip and to see if it has changed. Service…
All across Ottawa, we’re preparing for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, the New Year, the winter solstice, and of course the cold and snow. Your preparations should also include these potentially life-saving gas and fire safety tips. Did you know that your carbon monoxide alarm can’t detect a natural gas leak? This winter, add a natural gas…
On December 18, 2000, the United Nations General Assembly declared the first International Migrants Day, highlighting the contributions made by migrants as well as the challenges they face on their journey. Migration is defined as the movement of individuals from a community, region or country to another with the purpose of staying temporarily or settling permanently. The movement…
Explore transformation at the Metamorphosis exhibition 2022 has been a year of transformation across the city as the pandemic has restructured lives and is continually changing the way we go about our day. This transformation has inspired the theme of the latest art exhibition at the City Hall Art Gallery entitled Metamorphosis. Over the past year,…