Ottawa provides a clean, safe and healthy environment in which to raise children. It is a family-oriented city with an abundance of parks, excellent choices for high-quality public and private education, world-class healthcare facilities and a wide variety of entertainment options. Ottawa is an enviable place to help your children grow into healthy and successful adults. In addition, Ottawa’s diverse community provides a number of opportunities for your children to experience the world’s many cultures and histories through festivals, events and the arts.

Ottawa also offers a rich number of programs for children across the region, including arts, sports, and educational programs. Check the City of Ottawa’s listings to help you find recreational programs and child care facilities.