Learning Lab

Ottawa Riverkeeper's Learning Lab is a vibrant space for public engagement, dedicated to exploring the Ottawa River and its watershed. Adjacent to our science lab, our knowledgeable staff and volunteers offer interactive, hands-on learning from May through September.

The Learning Lab is open to the public, fully accessible, and free to access, offering great activities for curious minds of all ages. Join us for a fun and educational experience!
Find the Learning Lab on the lower floor of the NCC River House at 501 Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway in Ottawa.

What you’ll see:

Visitors can trace the river’s vast reach on a large watershed map, learn about the geography and health of the watershed, and see the threats facing its ecosystems. Nearby, Ottawa Riverkeeper’s working science lab allows visitors to peek into real-time water quality analysis and other monitoring efforts. Special activity tables dive into topics such as recreational water quality, benthic invertebrates, and the charismatic river otters that make their home here. The displays also showcase the traditional birch bark canoe, built by youth from the Assembly of Seven Generations under the guidance of knowledge holder Pinock Smith from Kitigan Zibi, including a video showing the construction process, and information about the project.

Upcoming events:

More to come in 2026!

Book a School Workshop in the Learning Lab

Programming in our Learning Lab is made possible by: