City updates
Put your safety first when buying and selling online
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) reminds everyone to prioritize their personal safety while conducting online marketplace purchases and sales.
News from the Library
Whether you’re an avid reader, a literature lover, or simply someone with a curious mind, chances are you’re keeping an eye out for the latest literary award news. This fall, several major literary awards have revealed their winners.
At Council this week
Highlights from this week’s Council meeting to keep you in the loop about what happens around the table.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities at City Hall
This year’s theme, “Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress,” highlights the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and equality in every part of community life.
Major Festivals Fund will provide $1 million boost to Ottawa’s festivals
Subject to budget approval, the City of Ottawa in partnership with Ottawa Tourism will launch a two-year pilot program to increase financial support to Ottawa’s larger, tourism-generating festivals. The Major Festivals Fund will provide an additional $1 million per year to festivals with the largest tourism and economic impact.
News from the Library
Did you know the library lends much more than books and E-books? Find out about all the 'things' you can access for free using your library card. Stop by our booth to chat with staff and answer your questions
My Rec Pass: Flexibility to meet your recreation needs and your budget
The City of Ottawa will be launching its recreation membership and admissions model for drop-in fees, multi-visit passes and membership passes, starting this Monday, December 1 – making fees more consistent and providing you more flexibility to choose your preferred activities that fit your budget.
Discover Draft Budget 2026 with the Budget Explorer
Last week, Council tabled the 2026 Draft Budget. Find the information you want through the Budget Explorer, a simple interactive tool designed to help you get the information you need about our budget.

