Amik, Mikinàk or Omagakì? Cast your vote to name the new 2023 City of Ottawa swim programs!

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From now until Wednesday, June 22, children in Ottawa can have their say in naming the new swimming program! The new program is set to launch in January 2023.

The contest will help choose the names of the new levels for the new streams.

Each stream will have its own identity which includes:

• A selection of colours for the ten swim levels for children between the ages of six and 14
• Five water-dwelling creatures for pre-school swim lessons for three to five year-olds
• An option for participants to submit their own ideas for naming the three toddler swim levels for participants under three years of age.

You might notice something extra special about the choice of creatures! The name selection for the pre-school swim lessons were developed in consultation with the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation. They are all creatures that can be found living in the Ottawa River. Voting options are listed in the Anishinabemowin Algonquin language, English and French.

Children currently enrolled in a swim program will receive their ballots from their instructor. Ballots can also be requested and submitted at one of 18 locations below:

• Bob MacQuarrie Rec. Complex - Orléans
• Brewer Pool
• CARDELREC Complex (Goulbourn)
• Deborah Anne Kirwan Pool
• François Dupuis Recreation Centre
• Jack Purcell Community Centre
• Kanata Leisure Centre and Wave Pool
• Lowertown Pool
• Minto Recreation Complex - Barrhaven
• Nepean Sportsplex
• Pinecrest Recreation Complex
• Plant Recreation Centre
• Ray Friel Recreation Complex
• Richcraft Recreation Complex - Kanata
• Sawmill Creek Pool and C.C
• Splash Wave Pool
• St-Laurent Complex
• Walter Baker Sports Centre

While the contest is intended for children, those who are young at heart are also encouraged to cast their vote. Participants have until Wednesday, June 22 to submit their ballot. Your ballot can also be entered to win one of five $50 gift certificates to use toward any City of Ottawa recreation and cultural activity.

To learn more about the contest, or to read the rules and regulations, visit ottawa.ca.

For more information on City programs and services, visit ottawa.ca, call 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401) or 613-580-2400 to contact the City using Canada Video Relay Service. You can also connect with us through Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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