Discover women’s sports in Ottawa with Zoe Boyd, exploringthe PWHL, record-breaking crowds, elite competition and a city that champions women’s professional hockey.
Ottawa is redefining what it means to be a leader in sport. Here, success in sports goes beyond the scoreboard. It’s about who’s making the game better for everyone; athletes, fans and organizers.
That spirit is captured in Every Body Plays in Ottawa, a video series highlighting athletes leading the way in inclusive and accessible sport.
From launching women’s sports teams like Rapid FC and the Ottawa Charge, to hosting tournaments including the Canadian Boccia Championships, Bingham Cup and CP Women’s Open, the city continues to champion events that reflect the future of sport.
With world-class venues, strong community partnerships and a team dedicated to creating welcoming spaces, Ottawa is a growing hub for accessible and inclusive sports events where everyone can play, cheer and thrive.
Every Body Plays in Ottawa: Athlete Stories from Ottawa’s Sport Community
Special Olympics excellence with Kimana Mar
Discover Kimana Mar’s Special Olympics journey in Ottawa, where inclusive sport, strong community support and local programs help athletes with intellectual disabilities thrive.
Accessible sports with Paralympian Brianna Hennessy
Discover Brianna Hennessy’s Paralympic journey in Ottawa, where adaptive and para sport drive accessible sport hosting so athletes of all abilities thrive.
Queer sports, community and rugby with Josh Gutoskie
Discover queer sports in Ottawa with Josh Gutoskie, inclusive rugby, and a welcoming community where every body plays and belongs.
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Ottawa’s sports events hosting history
Events that left a legacy
Events can give back beyond the game to create lasting local impact.
Major events and sport venues
Discover Ottawa’s incredible sports venues and proud history of hosting local, national and international competitions.
Upcoming sports events in Ottawa
Ottawa Black Bears
Cheer on the Ottawa Black Bears, the city's Canadian professional box lacrosse team that competes in the National Lacrosse League.
Ottawa 67's
Enjoy affordable, family-friendly junior men’s hockey games at TD Place Arena at Lansdowne, in the lively downtown Glebe neighbourhood. Founded in…
Rink of Dreams
Enjoy free ice skating on a refrigerated ice surface 7 days a week from 9:00am to 11:00pm.
Outdoor Skating - Rideau Hall
Bring your skates and glide on this historic rink established in 1872. (Hockey is not permitted.) Weather permitting.
Lansdowne Park Skating Court
Enjoy free ice skating 7 days a week from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Don’t forget to bring your own skates!
Ottawa Senators
Take in the electric atmosphere of an NHL game in Canada’s capital and watch pro hockey players compete in the national winter sport. The Ottawa…
