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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260622T140000
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SUMMARY:Arabic-speaking Newcomer's Event
DESCRIPTION:A working group composed of Arabic- speaking service providers will organize an event with a health care focus which includes short presentations on the Canadian health care system\, cancer screening programs and mental health for newcomers. This is in addition to activities for kids\, resources tables and more.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/arabic-speaking-newcomers-event/
LOCATION:YMCA Taggart\, RBC Room-2nd Floor\, 180 Argyle Street\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Sharing Cultural Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Arabic-speaking Community Engagement Working group":MAILTO:Heidi.mostafa@ottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T100000
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SUMMARY:OCCSC Welcoming Ottawa Week Open House & Cultural Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre (OCCSC) for a full day of activities during Welcoming Ottawa Week. Discover OCCSC’s programs and services while enjoying interactive workshops\, cultural experiences\, networking opportunities\, and community connections.\nProgram Highlights:\n• Welcome & OCCSC Services Introduction\n• 3D Printing for Youth\n• Chinese Calligraphy Workshop\n• Ethnic Fashion Show\n• Tai Chi for Beginners\n• Chinese & Arabic Arts Showcase\n• Networking & Refreshments\n• Prize Draw \nFree Admission – All Are Welcome!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/occsc-welcoming-ottawa-week-open-house-cultural-showcase/
LOCATION:Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre\, 400 Cooper St\, Unit 2000\, ottawa\, on\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Engagement,Sharing Cultural Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre":MAILTO:hazem.shayah@occsc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T150000
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UID:9396-1782313200-1782313200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:One Ottawa Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The One Ottawa Celebration (formerly Diversity Celebration) is an annual community event hosted by the Ottawa Police Service that celebrates the cultures\, traditions\, and people that make Ottawa strong\, vibrant\, and united. Through live performances\, cultural experiences\, food\, and community engagement\, the event brings residents together to celebrate diversity\, belonging\, and connection across the city.\n\nThe celebration includes:\n• Cultural performances and music\n• Food from different cultural backgrounds\n• Community booths and activities\n• Opportunities for residents to connect with OPS and partner organizations\n• Family friendly entertainment and photo stations
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/one-ottawa-celebration/
LOCATION:Ottawa Police Service\, 474 Elgin Street (Front entrance)\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Sharing Cultural Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Police Service":MAILTO:drr@ottawapolice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T160000
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DTSTAMP:20260619T054604
CREATED:20260604T141702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T142108Z
UID:9417-1782489600-1782489600@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:WOW 2026 Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn partnership with the Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization (OCISO) & the Albion-Heatherington Recreation Centre\, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) will be hosting our annual WOW Summer Festival on Friday\, June 26\, 2026 – from 4:00 PM–7:00 PM\, at the Albion-Heatherington Recreation Centre\, and we’d love for you to join us!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/wow-2026-summer-festival/
LOCATION:Albion-Heatherington Recreation Centre\, 1560 Heatherington Rd\, Ottawa\, K1V 9P5
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Community Engagement,Sharing Cultural Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Health":MAILTO:mentalhealthteam@ottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T054604
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UID:9307-1782496800-1782496800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of Little Italy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of Little Italy to learn about the contribution of immigrant communities to the neighbourhood\, along with its history\, people and vibrant culture. Participants take a leisurely stroll down Preston Street\, hearing about the Italian community and other immigrants who settled in the area. They learn about important institutions like St. Anthony’s Soccer Club and visit many landmarks.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/walking-tour-of-little-italy-2/
LOCATION:930 Somerset Street West\, 930 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Food-related Events,Guided Tours,Sharing Cultural Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Local Immigrantion Partnership (OLIP)":MAILTO:nyamulola@olip-plio.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260626T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260619T054604
CREATED:20260611T145207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T133448Z
UID:9578-1782496800-1782496800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Celebrate Newcomers\, Eh!? at Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical
DESCRIPTION:Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical is rolling out the red plaid carpet for newcomers during Welcoming Ottawa Week (WOW)! \nJoin us for Celebrate Newcomers\, Eh!?\, a joyful dinner-show experience filled with Canadian music\, comedy\, food\, and warm Ottawa hospitality. This proudly Canadian\, Ottawa-made musical is a fun way to experience Canada through music\, humour\, food\, and a big warm welcome. \nAt Oh Canada Eh!?\, the performers are also your servers\, making the evening interactive\, engaging\, and full of surprises from the moment you arrive. Guests will enjoy a family-style dinner\, live music\, comedy\, and audience participation throughout the show. \nAs part of this special WOW celebration\, newcomer guests will receive a shout-out during the evening and will be invited to take an optional digital photo with the cast after the show. \nFor this special WOW event\, 50 complimentary dinner-show tickets have been reserved for newcomers participating in Welcoming Ottawa Week. Tickets will be randomly distributed to Newcomer clients of OLIP partner organizations.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/celebrate-newcomers-eh-at-oh-canada-eh-dinner-musical/
LOCATION:330 Kent Street\, 2nd floor\, 330 Kent Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Civic Engagement,Food-related Events,Music & Story Telling,Sharing Cultural Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical":MAILTO:maria@totallylegitproductions.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T150000
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UID:9296-1782558000-1782572400@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Multiculturalism Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Multiculturalism Event celebrating the rich diversity of our community. This event will bring together newcomers and community members to share cultures\, experiences\, and resources. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with local organizations\, learn about available services\, and participate in cultural exchanges. All are welcome!
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/multiculturalism-event/
LOCATION:Taggart Family YMCA\, 180 Argyle Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON\, K2P 1B7
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Sharing Cultural Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="YMCA Newcomer Information Centre (NIC)":MAILTO:sana.belhadad@ymcaottawa.ca
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