Join the celebrations at LeBreton Flats Park and elsewhere in the heart of Ottawa – Gatineau! A number of activities, animations and shows presented by Canadian artists will give you a chance to celebrate throughout the day. Don’t miss the Tim Hortons Canada day fireworks that will light up the sky at night. Across Canada,  … Read more

Bring your camera to capture vibrant photos of soldiers in scarlet uniforms and bearskin hats as they perform precise drills to the music of a military band on Parliament Hill.The impressive—and free—Changing of the Guard ceremony draws crowds to downtown Ottawa. With military precision, the Guards arrive on the Hill at exactly 10:00 a.m. The  … Read more

A collaboration between the Downtown BIA and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) is bringing local music to The Shed on Sparks Street all summer long! The lunchtime concert series, Songs from the Shed, will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12pm-1:30pm. Music lovers from the Ottawa region are invited to come enjoy lunch  … Read more

The Ottawa BlackJacks are a Canadian professional basketball team based in Ottawa. They compete in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.

Ottawa BlackJacks vs. Winnipeg Sea Bears BlackJacks return for the 2025 CEBL Season, taking on Winnipeg Sea Bears

Hop on a historic bus tour through the streets of Ottawa and uncover the vibrant tapestry of Black history in the capital and across Canada. Each stop shares stories of resilience, culture, and community.