City of Ottawa Recreation

A quick reminder that all city park facilities and park equipment are closed until June 30, 2020. Only walkthroughs are permitted, while respecting physical distancing. The Provincial Government has released a Framework for reopening services that could begin to reopen facilities, including parks, in the coming weeks. Updates on any changes to the closures will be communicated to you as soon as they occur. In addition The parking lots at Mooney’s Bay Park, Petrie Island and Britannia Park are closed to vehicle access until June 30, 2020.

We need your help

We are looking for donations to help those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic! Please consider donating if you have any new and unopened: Shampoo Toothpaste Soap Sanitary products Gently used books and magazines Contact donations@ottawa.ca for more information.

Summer programs

At this time, summer programs after June 30 are still running as planned. Rest assured that should there be any cancellations due to COVID-19, that you will be refunded without penalty.

Join us online

We will be bringing you fun updates on our Ottawa Recreation and Culture Facebook page from recreation, community arts, inclusive recreation and much more. While we’re self-isolating, looking after your mind, body and soul has never been more important. We want to help by sharing our knowledge, expertise and activities in an uber-fun way. Look out for our daily features!

Happy birthday from Dexter!

Our favourite dinosaur wants to say a big happy birthday to Ottawa’s youngest residents. Message us on Facebook with your child’s birthday and name to receive a personalized message from Dexter! Please give at least two days notice. If you're not on social media and want a birthday message from Dexter, email us at rcfssocialmedia@ottawa.ca. Who doesn’t love a dancing dinosaur?