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SUMMARY:Nozha\, Hiking and more
DESCRIPTION:A hiking event in the beautiful nature of Gatineau Park. This event is combined with a potluck.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/nozha-hiking-and-more/
LOCATION:Gatineau Park\, 33 Scott Road\, Chelsea\, QC\, J9B 1R5
CATEGORIES:Food-related Events,Health & Fitness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kais Al-Iriani for Friends of Yemen":MAILTO:kaliriani@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The Social Fit Project - AHC WOW Workout
DESCRIPTION:Join a welcoming outdoor full-body workout designed for all fitness levels and backgrounds. This social\, community-focused session blends strength\, cardio\, and mobility exercises in a supportive\, judgment-free environment. Whether you’re new or experienced\, you’ll be encouraged to move at your own pace\, connect with others\, and enjoy a fun\, energizing workout together. Newcomers and long-time residents alike are warmly welcome—come meet new people\, stay active\, and build community! The workout will be led in both English and French.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/the-social-fit-project-ahc-wow-workout/
LOCATION:Strathcona Park\, 25 Range Rd\, ottawa\, on\, K1N 8J4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Social Fit Project":MAILTO:kimlehrer@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:New Routes for Health Equity: Rooting Newcomers in the Canadian Healthcare Landscape
DESCRIPTION:As newcomers build their lives in a new country\, understanding the Canadian health system — and how to shape it — is key to ensuring better care for all. This welcome session invites immigrant women and families to learn about active health research at the University of Ottawa’s CO-CREATH Lab\, why their participation matters\, and how their unique experiences can help improve health care for their communities.\nThrough open conversation and guided discussion\, this event will explore how health information is collected\, used\, and protected in research studies. Participants will learn what it means to take part in health research\, through innovative programs such as Peer Equity Navigators (PENs); discover what rights they have over their health data; and how they can be partners in shaping more inclusive and equitable health outcomes.\nTogether\, we will:\nShare stories about our experiences with healthcare and research\nLearn how health research helps improve patient care and promote health equity\nExplore concerns about data privacy and data governance in health\nDiscuss how immigrant voices can lead to better and more empowering health systems \nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/new-routes-for-health-equity-rooting-newcomers-in-the-canadian-healthcare-landscape/
LOCATION:Online: Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Health & Fitness,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Ottawa%3A CO-CREATH Lab":MAILTO:msrahaye@uottawa.ca; josephine.etowa@uottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:NYLD Health and Fitness Evening
DESCRIPTION:Join the Y’s Newcomer Youth Leadership Development (NYLD) program and Health\, Fitness and Aquatics department for an evening of fun games\, activities and prizes! Plus take a chance to test your nutrition knowledge for awesome prizes! Participants will have a chance to try new fitness activities and games with their friends along with delicious and healthy snacks throughout the event. \nParticipants Must Be:\n– Newcomer youth ages 13Y-25Y.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/nyld-health-and-fitness-evening/
LOCATION:Taggart Family Y – Gymnasium\, 180 Argyle Avenue\, Ottawa\, K2P 1B7
CATEGORIES:Food-related Events,Health & Fitness,Learning Events,Sports Activities & Tournaments
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ORGANIZER;CN="YMCA of the National Capital Region":MAILTO:nyld@ymcaottawa.ca
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