
Upcoming Events
Ottawa Tourism’s Event Calendar
Find out what activites are taking place across the Capital.

Volunteer Ottawa - VOscars Volunteer Awards 2025 - Call for Nominations
Nominations are now open for the 2025 VOscars Volunteer Awards

Cleaning the Capital Spring Campaign
Participants can register their cleanup projects by using the online form available at ottawa.ca/clean.

Catch the Ace
Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind (CGDB) is excited to partner with the Kin Club of Russell and be chosen as a charity participating in the Catch the Ace lottery.


Ecology Ottawa is accepting nominations for the ECO Awards
Ecology Ottawa is inviting nominations for its 2025 Eco Awards. These awards were created to highlight the people, places, plants, trees, and animals of Ottawa that inspire us, bring the community together, and enrich our ecosystem.





Easter Egg Hunt at Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm
Hop aboard the tractor-drawn wagon for a ride out to the sugarbush where you will hunt through the bush in search of the lost eggs.

Wetlands: Mother Nature's Kidneys
This is the first in a series of annual community forums to raise awareness of the importance of wetlands and the significance of our collective efforts in ensuring their survival – for those species that call them home, for ourselves, and for future generations.

Messy Church at St. Andrew's
Join for dinner, a bible story, games, crafts, music, and more!


West Ottawa Ladies Chorus presents Roads Less Travelled
Our Spring Concerts are fast approaching! Hope to see you there!

ITR Theatre presents Geezers
A brilliant, comedic, drama directed by the wonderful Lorraine Hopkins.

Mental Health First Aid Training
The Rural Ottawa Youth Mental Health Collective is hosting another training for mentors of rural youth.

Electronic Recycle Day
Not sure what to do with your electronics that are no longer working?

The Richmond Agricultural Society's Annual Pancake Breakfast
Join the Richmond Agricultural Society for a pancake breakfast!



JA Company Sales Day
The JA Company program teaches high school students how to organize and operate a real business.



Rural Ottawa Parent Support Group in Richmond
A free, confidential, peer-facilitated group.


Registration Closes for Cleaning the Capital Spring Campaign
Participants can register their cleanup projects by using the online form available at ottawa.ca/clean.

Richmond Fair Homecraft Spring Tea
Doors open at 12:00pm and tea service starts at 1:00pm.

Song & Dance Party
The Ottawa South Youth and Adult Choirs have been hard at work rehearsing for their annual concert!

Richmond Co-operative Nursery School Fundraiser with Motion Photography
Update your family photos & support a great cause! This special fundraising event is in support of Richmond Cooperative Nursery School.


Chic Time in the "Tick - Bond Girls are Forever
The MCPRA are pleased to announce that Chic Time in the 'Tick will be hosting our annual fundraising event May 23rd!


CHEO Trivia Night
Noah, an energetic 10-year-old, is hosting a trivia night fundraiser on May 24th to support CHEO.

Kars Antique & Collectibles Show
If you would like to take part selling your antiques or collectables, please email the RA at karscra@gmail.com for more information. 1 table is $25 or $40 for a 10x10 space

Advance Leadership Program for Youth
The City of Ottawa is excited to provide two Advanced Leadership Programs this summer at Fred Barrett Arena for youth aged 14 to 17 in our community.

Advance Leadership Program for Youth
The City of Ottawa is excited to provide two Advanced Leadership Programs this summer at Fred Barrett Arena for youth aged 14 to 17 in our community.

The Manotick Village and Community Association is hosting a Carleton Federal Candidates Meeting
For questions about this event, reach out to the Manotick Village & Community Association events@manotickvca.org

Manotick Horticultural Society's April Guest Speaker - Mary Shearmen Reid
In-person or online. Guest fee is $5 at the door.

Easter Egg Hunt at Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm
Hop aboard the tractor-drawn wagon for a ride out to the sugarbush where you will hunt through the bush in search of the lost eggs.


Researching Your Genealogy
Are you interested in your family history?
Have started searching family records?
Do you know all the resources available?


Spring-Fling in Greely presented by the Greely Community Association
Take a picture with the Easter Bunny!


Easter Egg Hunt at Stanley's Olde Maple Lane Farm
Hop aboard the tractor-drawn wagon for a ride out to the sugarbush where you will hunt through the bush in search of the lost eggs.

Used Book Store - Spring Hours & Donation Drop Off
Starting on Wednesday, April 9th the Used Book Store will be open Wednesday-Friday, 10am-4:45pm!

St. John's Anglican Church Sunday Vespers with Sheila & Lucile Flute & Harp Duo
An hour of flute and harp music, poetry, and silence.

Swing into Spring in support of the Ottawa Fiddle and Step Dance Association
Featuring The Glen Silverson Band

Friends and Neighbours Water Colour Workshop
Come on out to Manotick United Church on April 5th for a fun, free workshop and get the opportunity to join together with the community.

CPR & First Aid Training hosted by Ottawa Paramedics
Register for CPR, First Aid or both.


Trivia Night Fundraiser for the Richmond Public School
Join us for a fun-filled trivia night in support of Richmond Public School! Gather your team, test your knowledge, and help raise funds for a great cause.

Metcalfe Community Association's Annual General Meeting
Learn more about your community partners serving the Metcalfe Village.

Rural Ottawa Parent Support Group
For parents and caregivers of children, youth and young adults facing mental health or addition challenges, to find support.

Eid ul Fitr in the Richmond Village
Come be part of the first Eid in the village of Richmond!




Jazz Vespers Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot & Leonard Cohen
Featuring the Mark Ferguson Quartet.

Marionville Sugar Shack Brunch
This is a great opportunity to get out with your family to have brunch and enjoy some great local maple products.

Greenbank Road Realignment and Southwest Transitway Extension Rescheduled Public Information Session
The previous public information session was canceled due to weather.

Manotick and Area Parent Support Group
For parents and caregivers of children, youth and young adults facing mental health or addiction challenges, to find support.

Fallen Heroes: Their Journey Home Ottawa Screening & Q&A
General Admission Free of Charge


Trail Waste Facility Open House
The City of Ottawa would like to receive community feedback on the proposed expansion of the existing Site and is hosting its Open House #1 event.

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