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Due to the danger of sliding and falling snow, the external book drop at Munster branch is temporarily closed. Library items may be returned inside during open hours.

Located downtown in the heart of the business and government communities, the Main branch is the place for reference services, including the Ottawa Room, which holds an extensive collection of local …

Due to the danger of sliding and falling snow, the external book drop at Munster branch is temporarily closed. Library items may be returned inside during open hours.

Due to the danger of sliding and falling snow, the external book drop at Munster branch is temporarily closed. Library items may be returned inside during open hours.

As the public library of a remarkable national capital and a city of significant diversity and engaged citizens, OPL serves all residents within the 2,700 square km of the City of Ottawa.

Library Apps We offer a complete mobile solution for all devices. Whether you use Blackberry, Android, Apple, a tablet or a cellphone, you can use OPL apps or our mobile friendly website. Our responsive …

Due to the danger of sliding and falling snow, the external book drop at Munster branch is temporarily closed. Library items may be returned inside during open hours.

The best way to get a library card is to visit one of our 33 branches in person, with photo ID and proof of address. You can sign up online for some of the cards.

View commonly-used forms: invite the library to a special event, contact a library department, request a tutorial with library staff, submit a request for reconsideration, submit a suggestion to purchase, or …