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.

  • Exhibition Gallery

    The museum-quality exhibition gallery will showcase the heritage and culture of Canada and its capital, and feature rare items from Library and Archives Canada, artwork, and artefacts from Ottawa Public Library, and the Ottawa community.

  • Circular Lodge

    Developed in collaboration with the Elders and members of the Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg and the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, this Indigenous Space will showcase Indigenous culture, languages and knowledge and become a place for Indigenous gathering and cross-cultural sharing for the community.

  • Creative Centre

    People of all ages and in all stages of life can visit this state-of-the-art makerspace and use innovative digital and analogue tools to create and learn.   

  • Adult Non-Fiction

    Browse the OPL’s extensive collection non-fiction works, and relax on a comfortable chair to read or take in the view.

  • Adult Fiction and Reading Area

    These beautiful, light-filled spaces will offer large collections to browse, and comfortable reading areas with spectacular views.

For Further Information

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

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