The Parliament Hill buildings above the wooded riverbank in Ottawa on a spring day.

Meet new people in Ottawa

Looking to make friends in Ottawa? Timeleft hosts weekly dinners and coffee, where you'll be matched with compatible strangers. No swiping, no planning, just show up and connect.

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Weekly social events in Ottawa

Dinners

Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 pm.

The one that started it all. A dinner with strangers at a restaurant we pick, with four to six people matched to you. Expect good food and conversation that runs longer than you planned.

Next one: Friday 9 October, 7:00 pm

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A group of people laughing together over dinner at a Timeleft table

Coffee

Saturdays at 1:00 pm.

Grab a coffee with a small group at a café we pick. It's relaxed and fits into even the busiest week.

Next one: Saturday 10 October, 1:00 pm

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Two people sharing a laugh over coffee at a Timeleft meetup

Ottawa by the numbers

603

Bookings in September

75

New faces in September

15

Dinners and coffees in September

Where we meet in Ottawa

We pick the places and book the tables. Vegetarian? Every dinner spot has you covered.

The app shows you exactly where 12 hours before it starts. All you have to do is show up.

The Rideau Canal and its tree-lined footpath in Ottawa, with the Château Laurier in the distance.

A few of the spots Ottawans keep going back to

  • Gastropub Google rating4.5(1,331 reviews)

    Prohibition Public House

    Somerset Street West, Centretown

    14 Timeleft dinners

  • Gelato and café Google rating4.6(2,096 reviews)

    Stella Luna Gelato

    Bank Street, Old Ottawa South

    10 Timeleft coffees

  • Wood-fired pizza and pasta Google rating4.7(196 reviews)

    Ember

    Clarence Street, ByWard Market

    10 Timeleft dinners

  • Greek meze Google rating4.6(1,356 reviews)

    Aroma Meze

    Nepean Street, Centretown

    10 Timeleft dinners

  • Casual dining Google rating4.5(5,899 reviews)

    JOEY

    Rideau Street, downtown

    8 Timeleft dinners

  • Contemporary Canadian Google rating4.6(1,592 reviews)

    Gezellig

    Richmond Road, Westboro

    7 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The Château Laurier above the frozen Rideau Canal in Ottawa at dusk, with lights along the skating path.

  • I was at a birthday dinner and asked a girl how she met my friend. She said at a Timeleft dinner! I had never heard of the app, but I decided to give it a go. I have been to two dinners so far and plan to go to more…

    Anna B.

    Trustpilot review

  • I am so happy to have found Timeleft. It has got me out of the house and meeting new people every week. I have made some wonderful connections with some new friends.

    Rob W.

    App Store review

  • I'm glad I found it, and glad for the friends and acquaintances I have made. Now I have people to go and hike with, play poker, go to New Year's parties, and game with, thanks to Timeleft.

    Taylor W.

    Google Play review

How Timeleft works in Ottawa

Choose your activity

Pick from dinners and coffee. Each has its own vibe, so go with whatever fits your mood and your week.

Pick a day

Choose a day that suits you. We'll book the venue in Ottawa and put your group together.

Show up and settle in

Twelve hours before the event, the app shows you the venue and a bit about who's coming. Everyone there chose to come, just like you, which takes the edge off. Come once, then come back whenever you like.

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Questions about Timeleft in Ottawa

How can I meet new friends in Ottawa?
Timeleft matches you with four to six people for dinner or coffee in Ottawa, based on your interests, personality and language. You sign up on your own, we choose the venue and the group, and 12 hours before the event, the app tells you where to go.
When are Timeleft events in Ottawa?
There's dinner every Wednesday and Friday at 7:00 pm and coffee every Saturday at 1:00 pm. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts.
Where in Ottawa do they happen?
At restaurants and cafés across Ottawa. The app shows the exact venue 12 hours before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Ottawa?
To book, you need a Timeleft subscription. Food and drinks are paid separately at the venue. Subscription prices depend on the plan you pick, and the app shows them before you pay.
Can I go on my own?
Yes. You book on your own and we put the group together, so you don't need to bring anyone. Every event is at a public venue we've vetted, and our safety guidelines cover the rest. The guide to your first dinner walks through it step by step.
Is Timeleft a dating app?
No. There are no profiles to swipe through, and nobody gets paired off. You meet four to six people at once, in person.
What if I'm vegetarian or vegan, or have an allergy?
Pick a dietary preference in the app when you book, and we'll do our best to seat you at a venue that caters to it. Every restaurant we use in Ottawa has vegetarian dishes, and plenty have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in Canada?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Québec City. See every location.

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