Health care and nursing, both formal and informal, have a long and colourful past in Bytown (later Ottawa). Individuals and organizations affected and saved countless lives. Wives of canal workers nursed their injured husbands. Early doctors cared for patients, including an ailing Lieutenant-Colonel John By. Nuns risked deadly diseases to assist new immigrants. Trained nurses […]

You are invited to celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and traditions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples at the Bytown Museum Pop-up market featuring local Indigenous vendors and makers Touch tables with traditional sacred medicines and Métis sashes Learn about the 3 Sisters with family-friendly crafts Dance performances by the Lyons Sisters and more!

Bridging the Past, Planting the Future. FARMFEST Presenting FARMFEST! FARMFEST is a vibrant weekend celebrating the legacy of Sir William Van Horne’s agricultural innovations and the ongoing story of farming in New Brunswick.​​ Held on the historic grounds of Van Horne’s estate, this unique two-day event pays tribute to his visionary Model Barn, a marvel […]

Presenting RAILFest 2025! RAILFest is a first-of-its-kind event that has fun for parents, kids, and kids-at-heart: A giant model train display made with more than 100,000 LEGO® bricks. Thousands more LEGO® bricks to build your own creations to add to the display. Daily prizes for standout creations.​ New This Year:​ Display of rare historic CPR […]

Victoria Conservatory of Music Performances at Abkhazi Garden on Fridays from June 13 to August 15 1-3pm The Land Conservancy of BC is pleased to share that musicians from the Victoria Conservatory of Music will be performing in Abkhazi Garden this summer. We invite garden and music lovers to enjoy chamber instrumental music in a […]