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SUMMARY:Community Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Public Health (OPH) Health Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion Community Engagement Team\, in partnership with the Ottawa Public Library (OPL)\, the City of Ottawa’s Integrated Neighbourhood Services Team\, and Recreation\, Cultural and Facility Services\, is pleased to host the annual Welcoming Ottawa Week (WOW) Community Resource Fairs on June 25\, 26\, and 27\, 2026. \nWelcoming Ottawa Week is an annual city-wide celebration that showcases Ottawa’s diversity and hospitality through cultural\, educational\, recreational\, and community events designed to welcome newcomers and foster belonging. \nAs part of this initiative\, community resource fairs will be held at three Ottawa Public Library branches: Emerald Plaza\, Centennial\, and Rideau. Community members are invited to discover library services and connect with local organizations offering support in health\, settlement\, employment\, recreation\, family\, and other essential services.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/community-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Emerald Plaza Branch\, 1547 Merivale Road\, ottawa\, on\, K2G 4V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Educational Activities,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Library and Ottawa Public Health":MAILTO:saynab.xasan@ottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:Centretown Services Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come out to learn about organizations that service the Centretown neighbourhood!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/centretown-services-fair/
LOCATION:Dundonald Park\, 516 Somerset St W\, ottawa\, on\, K1R 5W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Centretown Community Health Centre":MAILTO:ali@centretownchc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T133000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260619T123818
CREATED:20260605T155724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T155724Z
UID:9435-1782496800-1782496800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Language Access and Newcomer Integration in Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:ATI (Atlas Translate Inc.) invites newcomers\, immigrants\, refugees\, community organizations\, and service providers to participate in an interactive community event focused on language access\, settlement support\, and inclusion in Ottawa.\n\nThe event will explore how translation and interpretation services help newcomers access healthcare\, education\, employment\, legal\, and community services. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with community members\, share experiences\, build networks\, and learn about multilingual resources available in Ottawa.\n\nThe event will include:\n\nCommunity networking\nInformation sharing on newcomer services\nDiscussion on language barriers and inclusion\nCultural exchange and diversity celebration\nOpportunities for collaboration among community organizations and newcomers\n\nATI welcomes participants from all backgrounds and communities.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/language-access-and-newcomer-integration-in-ottawa/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Atlas Translate Inc. (ATI)":MAILTO:admin@atlastranslate.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260619T123818
CREATED:20260615T201736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T134123Z
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SUMMARY:Dare to speak up and unlock your full potential
DESCRIPTION:Develop self-confidence and seize the opportunities available to you: a workshop for French-speaking newcomers\, with exercises.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/dare-to-speak-up-and-unlock-your-full-potential/
LOCATION:Vanier Community Service Centre\, 270 Marier Avenue\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1L 1A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nouvel %C3%89lan Francophone":MAILTO:jkotto@nouvelelanfranco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T133000
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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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UID:9636-1782567000-1782574200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Community Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Public Health (OPH) Health Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion Community Engagement Team\, in partnership with the Ottawa Public Library (OPL)\, the City of Ottawa’s Integrated Neighbourhood Services Team\, and Recreation\, Cultural and Facility Services\, is pleased to host the annual Welcoming Ottawa Week (WOW) Community Resource Fairs on June 25\, 26\, and 27\, 2026. \nWelcoming Ottawa Week is an annual city-wide celebration that showcases Ottawa’s diversity and hospitality through cultural\, educational\, recreational\, and community events designed to welcome newcomers and foster belonging. \nAs part of this initiative\, community resource fairs will be held at three Ottawa Public Library branches: Emerald Plaza\, Centennial\, and Rideau. Community members are invited to discover library services and connect with local organizations offering support in health\, settlement\, employment\, recreation\, family\, and other essential services.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/community-resource-fair-3/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Rideau Branch\, 377 Rideau Street\, ottawa\, on\, K1N 5Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Educational Activities,Learning Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Library and Ottawa Public Health":MAILTO:saynab.xasan@ottawa.ca
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