Families in Ottawa participated in International Astronomy Day, organized by the Ottawa Valley Astronomy and Observers Group (OAOG) and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC). The event provided an opportunity for the public to engage with astronomy through various telescopes set up in the City Park Drive Chapters parking lot. Participants could safely observe the sun, moon, planets, galaxies, and star clusters, enhancing their understanding of the cosmos. Jim Thompson, the event coordinator, emphasized the importance of sharing their passion for astronomy with the public, especially children. Attendee Tarek Kilani noted that hands-on experiences with telescopes would engage families more deeply in scientific topics. The timing of the event coincided with the recent Artemis II mission, which has sparked increased curiosity about space. Many families, including Samuel Bouwmeester and his mother Genevieve Lapointe, expressed excitement about their first telescope experiences. The free event aims to inspire interest in science and technology among attendees, running until 10 p.m. at the Silver City Gloucester parking lot.