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SUMMARY:Cross-Cultural Competency Training for Employers
DESCRIPTION:Join our upcoming virtual Cross-Cultural Competency Training for Employers\, designed to help organizations build an inclusive\, high-performing workplace and effectively support newcomer talent.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/cross-cultural-competency-training-for-employers/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hire Immigrants Ottawa (HIO)":MAILTO:pkwakye@unitedwayeo.ca
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SUMMARY:Food\, Dignity\, and Belonging: Rethinking Food Support for Newcomer Families
DESCRIPTION:Foodeliver Community Group invites community members\, service providers\, and newcomer-serving organizations to a conversation about food\, dignity\, stigma\, and newcomer belonging. This session will explore how shame can prevent families from accessing food support\, and how culturally appropriate\, dignity-first food delivery can help families feel respected\, supported\, and connected. The event will include a short presentation\, panel-style discussion\, and audience conversation.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/food-dignity-and-belonging-rethinking-food-support-for-newcomer-families/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foodeliver Community Group":MAILTO:ali.shaker@foodeliver.ca
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Ottawa Week 2026: Emerald Plaza Branch
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a tour of Emerald Plaza branch and visit our community resource fair. You will meet local service providers offering support in health\, settlement\, recreation\, and other essential services. You can also get a library card\, enjoy cake and light refreshments\, and discover what your library and community have to offer – all in one event!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/welcoming-ottawa-week-2026-emerald-plaza-branch/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Emerald Plaza Branch\, 1547 Merivale Road\, ottawa\, on\, K2G 4V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Library - Emerald Plaza Branch":MAILTO:CommunityDevelopment2@biblioottawalibrary.ca
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Ottawa Week 2026: Centennial Branch
DESCRIPTION:Explore Centennial branch and visit our community resource fair. You will meet local service providers offering support in health\, settlement\, recreation\, and other essential services. You can also get a library card\, enjoy cake and light refreshments\, and discover what your library and community have to offer – all in one event!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/welcoming-ottawa-week-2026-centennial-branch/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Centennial Branch\, 3870 Old Richmond\, Ottawa\, K2H 5C4
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Educational Activities,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Library":MAILTO:communitydevelopment2@biblioottawalibrary.ca
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SUMMARY:NYLD WOW Week Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the NYLD WOW Week Tournament\, a fun and engaging community sports event bringing together teams\, individuals\, and programs. Enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition\, connection\, and celebration. Volunteers are welcome\, and participants will enjoy prizes and food. All are invited to take part in this exciting and inclusive event!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/nyld-wow-week-tournament/
LOCATION:TBC\, ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Sports Activities & Tournaments
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ORGANIZER;CN="YMCA %E2%80%93 Newcomer Youth Leadership Development (NYLD)":MAILTO:gabrielle.lallier@ymcaottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Ottawa Week 2026: Rideau Branch
DESCRIPTION:Discover Rideau branch and visit our community resource fair. You will meet local service providers offering support in health\, settlement\, recreation\, and other essential services. You can also get a library card\, enjoy cake and light refreshments\, and discover what your library and community have to offer – all in one event!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/welcoming-ottawa-week-2026-rideau-branch/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Rideau Branch\, 377 Rideau Street\, ottawa\, on\, K1N 5Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Library - Rideau Branch":MAILTO:CommunityDevelopment2@biblioottawalibrary.ca
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