City of Ottawa July Recreation Update

It’s finally summer and we are happy to announce that our  beaches are now open. Lifeguards will be on duty from noon to 7 p.m. every day until August 30, 2020. As we love to see residents enjoying the outdoor space, please continue to observe Ottawa Public Health guidelines and look out for our wonderful Park Ambassadors in green who are there to answer any of your questions. Please note that Britannia Beach will remain closed to swimmers and beach goers for riverbed restoration.

Keeping the parks clean

As the greenspace is open for use, just a gentle reminder that we all have a small part to play in keeping the area clean. Please try to take your waste home with you, do not dump household waste in the park, limit your waste footprint and pack food into reusable containers where possible, and please dispose of dog waste in your green bin. By each of us thinking about keeping the spaces litter-free we can all enjoy the beauty that Ottawa has to offer.

Pool openings on the horizon

We’re planning for a gradual opening of our wading pools across the city, starting with the first batch on July 6. We’re are also working to reopen indoor pools and outdoor deep-water pools with modified formats for many of the usual activities, such as swimming lessons and open swims.  Stay tuned for the details.

City of Ottawa Archives

Future generations will look back at this time and wonder what happened, what were people’s experiences. The City of Ottawa Archives team is giving you the chance to be part of history. Diaries, posters, artwork, correspondence, business records, photographs, sound recordings, video footage, and similar materials, including digital records can be submitted by visiting the website.

Summer Camp Fun

Remember, you can register today for fun, safe summer camps from The City of Ottawa.

We’re on YouTube

Yes, you read that right. Take a trip over to our new YouTube channel to find fun and fresh videos including Dexter the Dinosaur, fitness and our Tea with Dave series. Follow Dave as he chats to local stars including JW Jones!