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SUMMARY:Shining Light: A Vietnamese Canadian Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bytown Cinema for a viewing of the documentary film Shining Light: A Vietnamese Canadian Legacy: An extraordinary mother-daughter story\, their escape from war-torn Vietnam\, a birth on a sinking ship\, a heroic rescue at sea\, and a new life in Canada. RSVP for free tickets. \nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/shining-light-a-vietnamese-canadian-legacy/
LOCATION:ByTowne Cinema\, 325 Rideau Street\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N5Y4
CATEGORIES:Documentaries/ Film Screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="White Pine Pictures/Adobe Productions International":MAILTO:gjsmitharden@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Community Screening: Visionary Voices Video Workshop Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join Visionary Voices for a special community screening of short films created by newcomer and immigrant youth who participated in the Visionary Voices video workshop training. This event will showcase personal stories and creative perspectives on settlement\, integration\, and community life in Ottawa. After the screening\, enjoy a panel discussion and Q&A with the filmmakers and community leaders to foster dialogue on newcomer experiences\, mental health\, racism\, and housing. Open to all residents—newcomers and long-time Ottawans—this event aims to promote understanding\, celebrate diversity\, and strengthen community connections. \nLanguage: Bilingual
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/community-screening-visionary-voices-video-workshop-showcase/
LOCATION:Room 225\, 815 St. Laurent Blvd\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1K 3A7
CATEGORIES:Documentaries/ Film Screening
ORGANIZER;CN="Visionary Voices":MAILTO:ottawavoices@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Ottawa Week movie screenings
DESCRIPTION:Join us to view films depicting the immigrant experience. We are offering two time slots to accommodate as many people as possible! \nJune 22: Ru (2023\, 117 minutes\, in French) at 11 a.m. followed by Minari (2021\, 115 minutes\, in English) at 1 p.m.\nJune 29: Minari (2021\, 115 minutes\, in English) at 11 a.m. followed by Ru (2023\, 117 minutes\, in French) at 1 p.m. \nMore information. \nThe cooling unit at the Main branch is currently out of service. Repairs are underway\, but visitors may experience warmer than usual temperatures. We apologize for the inconvenience.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/welcoming-ottawa-week-movie-screenings/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Main Branch\, 120 Metcalfe\, Ottawa\, K1P 5M2
CATEGORIES:Documentaries/ Film Screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Library":MAILTO:marta.cooperburt@biblioottawalibrary.ca
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SUMMARY:Special Movie Screening & Community Resource and Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:As 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!\nJoin us for a Community Resource and Health Fair where you can connect with local service providers and friendly staff offering support in health\, settlement\, housing\, recreation\, and more. Enjoy free family portraits provided by Phase1\, and get cozy and wrap up the day with a free indoor movie screening in the center’s main hall. Feel free to bring blankets or anything else to make your movie experience more comfortable! We look forward to meeting you!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/special-movie-screening-community-resource-and-health-fair/
LOCATION:Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre\, 102 Greenview Avenue\, Ottawa\, K2B 8J8
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Engagement,Documentaries/ Film Screening,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Health - Community Engagement Team":MAILTO:hanan.ghazal@ottawa.ca
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