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.

  • Express Library and Central Branch Entrance

    This lively area with a casual bookstore feel and floor-to-ceiling green wall is where you will enter the central branch, and find items on hold, member services, quick information, express collections

  • Community Services

    This space includes world languages, literacy and language learning collections, audio-visual collections, accessible formats. There is a prayer/meditation room, meeting rooms of various sizes, and a peaceful exterior seating space to enjoy.

  • Teen Centre

    A space for youth to explore ideas, unlock their creativity and discover their independence and autonomy. It will include maker spaces, and areas for performances, group gatherings and quiet study. 

  • Outreach Offices

    Community partners working to make Ottawa a safer, healthier city will have space to work and provide important services to those in need. 

  • Civic Reception Room

    A stunning venue for library programs, or to host meetings, gatherings, receptions, and events of all kinds.

For Further Information

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

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