Ottawa Public Library

The Ottawa Public Library was established in 1906, and has served the people of Ottawa since. Every resident of the Ottawa-Carleton area can get a library card for free.

OPL has 34 locations and over 2 million items in their collection including access passes, technology and instruments. If you would like any more information, please contact Ms. McVeigh.

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Goodbye to late fees!

Read the blog post about the changes here.

Accessible Formats Available at OPL

Attachment_ PDF_ ITAT Tip - Ottawa Public Library - Alternate Book Formats.pdf

Events at OPL

Street Dance Workshop with Emilie Phaneuf

Monday March 14 @ 1:00 pm

Register Here

Digital Music Making with Bandlab

Tuesday March 15 @ 3:00 pm

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From Tacos to Burritos to Bowls - Transform Budget-Friendly Ingredients, 3 Ways!

Wednesday March 16 @ 4:00 pm

Register Here

Sketching for Self-Care: Doodling and the Superpowers of Your Brain

Thursday March 17 @ 3:00 pm

Register Here

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