The Ottawa Hockey Hub

A family-friendly winter event is coming to Library and Archives Canada on February 16, 2026, celebrating the Olympic Winter Games through history, live coverage, interactive activities, and creative workshops. Visitors can explore archival collections, enjoy hands-on arts and crafts, and participate in the Art from the Archives: Olympic Posters workshop, all in one free, engaging day in downtown Ottawa.

Finding hockey opportunities for girls and women over 18  can be surprisingly difficult. Many programs shift straight into competitive travel levels, leaving very few true house-style options  for players who simply want to keep playing in a fun, supportive, and community-focused environment. That’s why the OGHA U22 / Senior Women’s House League  is such an important and unique program in Ottawa. Designed for players from across the city, this league offers a welcoming space

Confused about what level you should play in adult hockey, beer league, or pick-up hockey? This Canada-wide guide explains the real differences between absolute beginner, beginner, novice, low intermediate, intermediate, and advanced hockey — helping adult players choose the right level for safer play, faster development, and more fun on the ice.

OWBH welcomes brand-new players, adults returning to hockey after long breaks, and players developing toward lower-intermediate play. With structured practices, power skating, 3-on-3 development, 5-on-5 refereed games, and women’s-only sessions — all in a non-contact, zero-tolerance environment — OWBH provides a safe, supportive place to learn, improve, and enjoy hockey at your own pace.