The Central Branch at Ādisōke!

2022

  • Foundation set 
  • Underground parking started 

2023

  • Foundation completed
  • Underground parking completed
  • Building shell starts going up 
  • Ādisōke branding unveil

2024

  • Iconic wood roof completed 
  • Engagement on services at the Central branch 
  • Ādisōke programs for the public

2025

  • Getting the inside ready (furniture & equipment) 
  • Ādisōke programs for the public

2026

Grand opening!

  • Welcome to the Central branch at Ādisōke!

    Our new, accessible, spectacular joint facility with Library and Archives Canada (LAC), is set to open in 2026. Central libraries are transformational social infrastructure projects that build, strengthen, enrich communities and bring people together.

    With a central location on the historic LeBreton Flats, our Central branch at Ādisōke will provide access to:

    • the latest creative technologies
    • beautiful spaces to work and study
    • high-quality literacy programs
    • events with local and national artists
    • exceptional collections.

    The participation of the Anishinābe Algonquin Nation, the urban Indigenous communities, library employees, library clients, and Ottawa residents have been essential to the process of designing a public library that is accessible, inclusive and welcoming.

  • Take a virtual tour of the Central branch at Ādisōke!

    Have a closer look at the interior and exterior spaces of this future landmark.  You will find something for everyone – welcoming spaces for people to sit and relax, connect with friends, learn something new, enjoy cultural events, and access library services and collections of all kinds.

    Enjoy!

    Visit the Ādisōke Virtual Tour

  • Every floor and area at Ādisōke is designed to inspire, to spark curiosity, to promote exploration.

  • First floor – arrive, gather, connect

    Step into the breathtaking Ādisōke!

    Take in the interior and exterior views of the new world-class Ottawa Central Library and Library and Archives Canada joint facility!

  • Second Floor – play, learn, celebrate diversity

    On this floor, the children will play, the Indigenous community will gather and share knowledge, and visitors will connect with their city and roots.

  • Third Floor – relax, create, innovate

    This is a space where people of all ages can innovate and create, and where teens can have their space to explore ideas, and learn together.

  • Fourth floor – research, consult, collaborate

    On this floor, members of the community and partner organizations will find the tools and spaces they need to find a job, access a service, or start a business. 

  • Fifth Floor – read, meet, unwind

    Welcome to the top floor of Ādisōke, where the views of Ottawa, the Ottawa River and the Gatineau hills are simply breathtaking.

    A perfect location for comfortable reading, receptions, and a restaurant.

For Further Information

For Ādisōke construction updates, project news, design details, and the public engagement story, visit Adisoke.ca.

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