Ottawa Family Cinema

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12 Great Family Fun Events

Here’s to a fun start to 2026! Here’s what’s happening in the National Capital Region this winter   What: Wizard of Oz, the 3D Experience Where:  Ottawa Family Cinema, Rideau Community Hub, 815 St-Laurent Blvd. When: Saturday, Jan. 24 Why: […]

A community screening of Sugarcane, with members of the Odawa Native Friendship Centre. Photo Courtesy Ottawa Family Cinema

Lights, camera, Ottawa

A not-for-profit cinema offering budget-priced movies prepares to celebrate its 45th anniversary in a new, east-end location   Growing up poor in Belfast, Ireland, Jim McNeill recalled finding inspiration and escape at the movies.   After immigrating to Canada in […]

12 Great Family Fun Events

Here’s what’s happening in the National Capital Region this back-to-school season   What: 37th annual Gatineau Balloon Festival Where:  Parc de la Baie, Gatineau When: Aug. 29 to Sept. 2 Why: Featuring hot air balloons so incredible, they have names […]