
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.

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



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.

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.

How to Secure a Home Wireless Network
It is surprisingly easy to make sure your network is secure.

Greely New Neighbour Information Drop-in
The Greely Community Association New Neighbour Committee is holding a drop-in event.


Kanata Seniors Council Awesome Garage Sale
Donations are being accepted May 5-9th from 9am to 3pm.


Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities – An Interpretive Walk
In celebration of World Migratory Bird Day 2025 and the theme "Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities" the Friends of Stittsville Wetlands are hosting an Interpretive Walk as part of our effort to learn more about the fragile and ecologically significant Goulbourn Wetland Complex.

Metcalfe Meet & Greet
The Metcalfe Meet and Greet is coming up once again, and this year has expanded to include the Metcalfe Spring Fling!

Manotick Spring Cleanup with MCPRA
The MCPRA is planning to clean a couple of Manotick parks and welcome those who wish to join in.

Richmond & District Lions Club 17th Annual Duck Race Ricket Raffle
For more information call 613-299-0249


Build-a-Cart Workshops
The Allan Haan Manotick SoapBox Derby is coming up in August. For anyone interested in learning how to build your own cart, the organizers are offering two free workshops.

Kiwanis Ottawa West presents A Medley of Entertaining Canadian Music
A wonderful event and fundraiser hosted by The KC of Ottawa West.

Rural Woodlands Ottawa presents: In Conversation with the Author Diana Beresford-Kroeger
An evening of thought-provoking conversation as Diana Beresford-Kroeger, renowned author and botanist, discusses her latest book Our Green Heart – The Soul and Science of Forests and speaks to the importance of protecting our forests and collectively planting more

South Gloucester United Church Spring Yard Sale
This annual event is always a huge hit, so don't miss out!

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!

Carlsbad Spring Optimist Club Annual Recycling Drive
The Carlsbad Springs Optimiste Club is once again hosting their annual recycling drive.



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


Manotick Community Garage Sale
Register your address with the Manotick Village & Community Association here: Community Garage Sale

Build-a-Cart Workshops
The Allan Haan Manotick SoapBox Derby is coming up in August. For anyone interested in learning how to build your own cart, the organizers are offering two free workshops.

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.

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

Watson's Mill Manotick Inc. Annual General Meeting
WMMI invites all members of the community to our Annual General Meeting.


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

Kenmore Fun Day
Head out to help the Kenmore Recreation Association kick off spring with the Kenmore Fun Day!



Smooch Your Pooch & Cleaning the Capital
David Bartlett Park Dog Walkers Association will be hosting Cleaning the Capital in conjunction with a Smooch Your Pooch photo booth Saturday April 26 9-11 at David Bartlett Park

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

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

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

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


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

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.





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.

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.

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!
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