New to Canada? The Library Is Here for You!
The Ottawa Public Library serves Newcomers across the city all year long. Read this blog post to find links to library programs and resources that we recommend to Newcomers. Visit your local library branch [...]
Welcoming Ottawa Week movie screenings
Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch 120 Metcalfe, OttawaJoin us to view films depicting the immigrant experience. We are offering two time slots to accommodate as many people as possible! June 22: Ru (2023, 117 minutes, in French) at 11 a.m. followed [...]
Breaking Language Barriers: Presenting the Language Matrix for Equitable Information Access
WUSC-EMC 1404 Scott Street, OttawaJoin Refugee 613 for a special WOW Week interactive event as we unveil our new Language Matrix — a research-informed tool developed to help organizations make more equitable, evidence-based decisions when choosing languages to [...]
Work in Ottawa | Welcoming Newcomers to Ottawa
Online via RadancyJoin Work in Ottawa’s interactive session for newcomers and discover why Ottawa is the place to build your dream tech career. - Learn about Ottawa’s vibrant tech sectors - Explore life in a city [...]
Crafts for All Ages!
Centretown Community Health Centre 420 Cooper Street, OttawaPlease join us Centretown Community Centre to do some crafts together while learning about the free resources and programs offered by the Centretown Community Health Centre! All ages are welcome. Language: Bilingual
Special Movie Screening & Community Resource and Health Fair
Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre 102 Greenview Avenue, OttawaAs part of Welcoming Ottawa Week, Ottawa Public Health, in collaboration with the City and other community partners, invites families to a fun and welcoming afternoon at the Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre! Join us [...]
Pathways to Success: Unlock Your Career in Canada
Desjardins, 1173 Cyrville Road, Ottawa, ON K1J 7S6 1173 Cyrville Road, OttawaAre you a newcomer to Canada looking to continue your professional journey? Join us for “Pathways to Success: Unlock Your Career in Canada”, a welcoming and informative event as part of Welcoming Ottawa Week (WOW) 2025! [...]
DiverCity Community BBQ in Old Ottawa East
Springhurst Park 24 Brunswick St, OttawaThe Community Activities Group of Ottawa East (CAG) is hosting an All-Are-Welcome DiverCITY Community BBQ in Springhurst Park on Thursday, June 26th from 5:30 - 8:00 pm (Rain date - Friday, June 27th, 2024 [...]