Wednesday, 1 April 2026

City of Ottawa - Spring into action

 

Date reminder 

Summer activities, PA days, before and after school care and winter camps will all be available to view online on Tuesday, May 5. Registration opens for swim lessons on Tuesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 14 for all other activities.  

Virtual courses for everyone 

There are lots of options to enjoy a City of Ottawa activity from the comfort of your own home. Virtual options range from 50+ fitness and book clubs, art for all ages, music and even some cooking.  

City Wide Sports

Get active in a City Wide Sports league! Whether you're joining a team or starting your own, sign up at ottawa.ca/citysports. Registration for beach volleyball, basketball, soccer and pickleball leagues is open until Friday, May 1. 

Mother’s Day Craft 

Join us at various locations to make a special Mother's Day project to take home and show a little love to mothers, grandmothers or a good friend. With activities for kids aged 3 to 12, there are lots of opportunities to get creative around the city.  

Have your say – Nepean Creative Arts Centre

The Nepean Creative Arts Centre is getting a refresh, and the City needs your input! Have your say on Engage Ottawa or the in-person engagement session on Thursday, April 9, 6 – 7:30 pm at the Nepean Creative Arts Centre.  

Nominations for commemorative naming  

The City is now accepting spring nominations for the commemorative naming of municipal assets, including new streets, minor indoor and outdoor assets, major facilities and parks. This is your chance to honour the people, histories, and legacies that have shaped Ottawa’s community. The nomination period runs until May 1. 

What's happening

Various locations 


Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe 


Shenkman Arts Centre 


Cumberland Heritage Village Museum 


Billings Estate National Historic Site 


Gallery 112 


Barbara Ann Scott Gallery