Staff Blogs

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    September 25 doesn't go unnoticed at Ottawa Public Library. The Library marks Franco-Ontarian Day in recognition of the important contribution of Ontario's Francophone community, both literary and culturally.    

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    We are delighted to announce that Ottawa Public Library’s Cumberland branch will be celebrating its 25th anniversary with a full day of fun activities for all ages.

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    September 30 marks the fourth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This federal statutory holiday was created to publicly commemorate the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools--a vital component of the reconciliation process.

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    Welcome to week twelve of our Anishinābemowin language series!

    This week’s word is wàdokàzowemagak, technology.

    Watch the video below to practice!

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    Welcome to week eleven of our Anishinābemowin language series!

    This week’s word is nàbowàdjige ojibìgewin, literacy.

    Watch the video below to practice!

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    Welcome to week nine of our Anishinābemowin language series!

    This week’s word is kikinàmàgoziwin, learning.

    Watch the video below to practice!

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    Library Cat has answers. Life, The Library... what's the difference? If it's out there, it's in here!

    Dear Library Cat,