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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220623T133000
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DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T150905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T150905Z
UID:4644-1655991000-1655991000@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Interview Skills Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Job interviews can be quite nerve-racking\, but with the right tools and strategies\, you can alleviate some of the stress and ace it! This webinar will review various aspects of what it takes to prepare for and be successful in the employment interview process. Learn about different types of interviews\, stages within an interview and strategies and techniques to help you. Register HERE. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/interview-skills-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/St-Lawrence-College.png
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Lawrence College Employment Service":MAILTO:atrudel@sl.on.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220624T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T151407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T151407Z
UID:4648-1656061200-1656061200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Resume Drop-In Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Job seekers are invited to drop in to the resource centre and meet one-on-one with our employment specialists\, who can help direct the development of your resume\, CV\, cover letters and other professional documents. Get the immediate help you’re seeking\, no matter the field you’re looking to enter. Each individual will be provided with additional take-away resources for later use. \n2022-06-24 9:00 200 Elgin Street\, Suite 903\, Ottawa\, ON St. Lawrence College Employment Service atrudel@sl.on.ca 613-232-0022 https://www.employmentservice.sl.on.ca/events Bilingual/ Bilingue
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/resume-drop-in-clinic/
LOCATION:200 Elgin St\, Suite 903
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/St-Lawrence-College.png
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Lawrence College Employment Service":MAILTO:atrudel@sl.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220625T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220624T150750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220624T163026Z
UID:5122-1656115200-1656172800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Celebrating Multiculturalism Day
DESCRIPTION:The event is taking place on the west slab of the arena. We will have a stage and a series of entertainers\, live music\, free food and non alcoholic beverages. Other invitees include\, the ACB\, and AMA centre.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/celebrating-multiculturalism-day/
LOCATION:Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220625T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220616T151318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T152333Z
UID:4767-1656165600-1656165600@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:USHO Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Potluck picnic for Ukrainian refugees and their hosts. It’s a potluck\, so bring a dish to share. Some local community organizations will be in hand to provide details of their services. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/usho-picnic/
LOCATION:Walter Baker Park\, 100 Charlie Rogers Pl\, Kanata
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/USHO-Picnic.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Ukrainian Settlement Ottawa":MAILTO:UkrainianSettlementOttawa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220614T012644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T012644Z
UID:4708-1656241200-1656241200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Battle of the Bats
DESCRIPTION:Where a love for cricket meets passion for softball. Join us for Battle of the Bats when the Ottawa Tuskers Cricket Club challenges a local softball team to a back-to-back friendly game of cricket followed by softball. \nBring the whole family to Petawawa and watch the Ottawa Tuskers Cricket Team match up with the PSP Softball Team as they teach one another about their favourite sport. After some tutorials\, it’s game time! We’ll have one softball game and one cricket game. Don’t miss the greatest mash-up this year! \nWhat to Expect \n11 am to 12:30 pm: Cricket & Softball 101 tutorials\n1 pm: Softball game. The first pitch will be thrown by Colonol Vass at approximately 1 pm\n2 pm: Cricket match. \nThis event is open to all. Come learn\, cheer on both teams\, and have some fun. \nPLEASE NOTE: This event takes place at Garrison Petawawa. All those who attend will be required to show ID at the Garrison gate before making your way to Diamond #2 on Somme Road. \nThis event is made possible by sponsor and community leader\, Hyska’s Your Independent Grocer. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/battle-of-the-bats/
LOCATION:Garrison Petawawa
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Battle-of-the-Bats_Culture-Connect.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Local Immigration Partnership - Lanark & Renfrew":MAILTO:localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220610T144926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220612T184854Z
UID:4585-1656320400-1656331200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:OLIP Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual meeting of the representatives of OLIP’s sectoral partners (including the Co-chairs of the 5 OLIP Sector Tables) and stakeholders engaged in the implementation of the Ottawa Immigration strategy (OIS). Its role includes to: i) Provide approval of key directions\, strategies\, and policies; ii) Monitor the work of the Sector Tables through progress reports; iii) Provide strategic oversight on how to implement plans and project priorities indicated in the OIS. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/olip-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/OLIP-Logo_official-darker-version.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Local Immigrantion Partnership (OLIP)":MAILTO:nyamulola@olip-plio.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T165026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T165026Z
UID:4655-1656324000-1656324000@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Info Session: Food Services Training Program
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Mission’s Food Services Training Program is a 4-month free program that provides students with the culinary skills and certifications required to operate in a commercial kitchen. It provides practical skills\, theoretical skills and training on commercial kitchen equipment. Interested to learn more about the program and start your career in the hospitality industry? Drop-in by our office\, as our representatives will be onsite to answer all your questions. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/info-session-food-services-training-program/
LOCATION:200 Elgin St\, Suite 903
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/St-Lawrence-College.png
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Lawrence College Employment Service":MAILTO:atrudel@sl.on.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T155229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T155242Z
UID:4652-1656336600-1656336600@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Resume & Cover Letter Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Trying to revamp your resume and cover letter\, but getting lost in all the tips and advice you find online? Join us in learning all of the basics when it comes to job applications. This informative workshop will cover the key components to building an effective resume and cover letter\, PLUS some helpful time saving tips! Please register here. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/resume-cover-letter-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/St-Lawrence-College.png
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Lawrence College Employment Service":MAILTO:atrudel@sl.on.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220610T142635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T184038Z
UID:4577-1656338400-1656345600@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Canadian Multiculturalism Day
DESCRIPTION:The Newcomer Information Centre invites you to the “Canadian Multiculturalism Day Celebration”. This day is an opportunity for us to recognize the contributions of diverse cultures that make up our land. Join us as we celebrate this special day through fun activities\, various cultural entertaining performances (poetry and music)\, and an exhibit to showcase the richness of cultures and traditions around the globe. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/canadian-multiculturalism-day/
LOCATION:150 Isabella Street Unit 201
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/ymca-ywca.png
ORGANIZER;CN="YMCA-YWCA Newcomer Information Centre":MAILTO:satheeka.hettigama@ymcaywca.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T175120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T175120Z
UID:4673-1656349200-1656349200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Voices from the South Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Center for Victims of Armed Conflicts (CCVAC) will be organizing the first edition of the voices from the south festival\, a multicultural music festival that will present performances of artists and groups from Africa\, Asia and South America. This is a two-day multicultural music festival. \nLanguage: English\, French\, Arabic and Spanish
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/voices-from-the-south-festival/
LOCATION:1980 Ogilvie Road\, Gloucester (Parking Lot)
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/ccvac-logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Centre for Victims of Armed Conflicts":MAILTO:acherkaoui@ccvac-ccvca.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T173044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T173044Z
UID:4671-1656421200-1656428400@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Newcomer Networking
DESCRIPTION:Build new professional connections and meet employers to get practical advice on finding work in Ottawa. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/newcomer-networking/
LOCATION:2529 Carling Ave – 2nd Floor
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/PQCHC.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre":MAILTO:j.shirwa@pqchc.com or itpprogrampq@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220628T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220628T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T154639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T154639Z
UID:4650-1656423000-1656423000@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Resume Drop-In Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Job seekers are invited to drop in to the resource centre and meet one-on-one with our employment specialists\, who can help direct the development of your resume\, CV\, cover letters and other professional documents. Get the immediate help you’re seeking\, no matter the field you’re looking to enter. Each individual will be provided with additional take-away resources for later use. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/resume-drop-in-clinic-2/
LOCATION:200 Elgin St\, Suite 903
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/St-Lawrence-College.png
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Lawrence College Employment Service":MAILTO:atrudel@sl.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220612T205305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220612T205305Z
UID:4609-1656496800-1656504000@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Fostering a Culture of Inclusion and a Sense of Belonging in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:This three-module workshop aims at developing knowledge and skills regarding inclusive practices to foster a sense of belonging. After completing the three modules\, participants will receive a certificate.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/fostering-a-culture-of-inclusion-and-a-sense-of-belonging-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/HIO.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Hire Immigrants Ottawa (HIO)":MAILTO:lcosta@hireimmigrantsottawa.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220609T184040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T121555Z
UID:4530-1656496800-1656514800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Business Entrepreneurship Expose for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:This event aims at providing newcomers with opportunities in the business and entrepreneurship sphere. There will be opportunities to connect to free training\, mentorship matching\, networking opportunities\, market testing\, marketing support\, settlement services and more. About 10 industry experts will provide useful information and support services to newcomers who are interested in starting their own business and exploring opportunities for prosperity. Event partners included Incubator 13 and Catholic Immigration Centre. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/business-entrepreneurship-expose-for-newcomers/
LOCATION:815 St Laurent Avenue\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Sound-Care-Wellness.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Sound Care Wellness":MAILTO:info@soundcarewellness.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T171800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T172646Z
UID:4665-1656507600-1656514800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Career Exploration using Virtual Reality
DESCRIPTION:Looking for work? Explore careers in the trades through virtual reality and interactive activities. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/career-exploration-using-virtual-reality/
LOCATION:2529 Carling Ave – 2nd Floor
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/PQCHC.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre":MAILTO:j.shirwa@pqchc.com or itpprogrampq@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220609T200907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T200907Z
UID:4536-1656514800-1656529200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Catholic Centre for Immigrants Booth
DESCRIPTION:CCI will host a booth at the Business Entrepreneurship Expose for Newcomers event\, organized by Sound Wellness Centre. CCI hopes to speak with new clients\, share programs offered at CCI\, and make contacts. CCI looks forward to networking with other organizations as well. The MP for Ottawa Centre will also be present at our booth and we will be working alongside the MP to connect with the population and share how we can assist.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/catholic-centre-for-immigrants-booth/
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/CCI-Logo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Catholic Centre for Immigrants":MAILTO:laurie@cciottawa.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220629T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T184123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T184609Z
UID:4681-1656525600-1656525600@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Community Reads Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this guided yet relaxed adventure into stories (memoir and fiction) of crossing cultures. Books about leaving and arriving\, being deeply within a culture and on the periphery\, and feeling at home and in-between. Participants in the Community Reads Event can choose from the proposed book list (or choose their own within the theme) with the support of participating libraries. The activity will culminate in a virtual Community Read Event meeting to discuss common themes\, explore experiences in crossing cultures\, and contribute to a community discussion. Below is a list of suggested books to consider. Your local libraries are an exceptional resource for finding one of the books listed below or recommending some titles you may not have considered before! \nWe Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story by Simu Liu\nI’ve Been Meaning to Tell You by David Chariandy\nInheritance by Dani Shapiro\nLost in Translation by Eva Hoffman\nFive Little Indians by Michelle Good\nRU by Kim Thuy\nBecoming Eve by Abby Chava Stein \nPlease register HERE \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/community-reads-event/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Community-Reads-Event_Culture-Connect.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Local Immigration Partnership - Lanark & Renfrew":MAILTO:localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220630T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220630T060000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220610T140019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T140019Z
UID:4563-1656568800-1656568800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Game Changers
DESCRIPTION:This is a collaborative event organized by the ACB Resource Centre and the Active Newcomer Youth Ottawa. The event aims at welcoming newcomers to Ottawa\, particularly those that will be experiencing the summer for the first time. The event will bring together resources\, particularly summer activities that the newcomers will be invited to participate during the summer months\, starting July 2\, 2022.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/game-changers/
LOCATION:1021 Cyrville Rd Unit #9\, Gloucester\, ON K1J 7S3
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/ACB.png
ORGANIZER;CN="ACB Resource Centre Ottawa":MAILTO:1infoacb@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220630T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T170934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T163405Z
UID:4663-1656579600-1656579600@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our resource centre is ready to welcome you and share all about our free services. \n– You need access to computers and Wifi?\n– You need to print copies of your resume to drop-off?\n– You need a quiet office space for a virtual interview? \nWe have you covered! Benefit from the expertise of our experienced employment specialists to boost your job search. Curious about what we have to offer? Drop by to enjoy complementary lemonade and snacks. The public is welcome! \nLanguage: English\, French\, Spanish\, Arabic\, Creole
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/summer-open-house/
LOCATION:200 Elgin St\, Suite 903
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/St-Lawrence-College.png
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Lawrence College Employment Service":MAILTO:atrudel@sl.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20220613T005053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T141755Z
UID:4631-1656601200-1656601200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Creating Connections-Building Back Together
DESCRIPTION:An in-person opportunity for internationally trained professionals to engage with one another and build valuable connections as we build back from the pandemic. Come create a work of art and develop your professional network. A guest facilitator will lead a calligraphy workshop and discuss the support that he received from OCLF and One Hub to build his business. \n 
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/creating-connections-building-back-together/
LOCATION:Vincent Massey Park Picnic Shelter (S2)
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Creating-Connections-Building-Back.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="OCLF":MAILTO:camelia@oclf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230607T192226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T150231Z
UID:4473-1687161600-1687172400@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Breakfast Event to Launch #WOW2023
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Local Immigration Partnership (OLIP) will host an event to kick-start 2023 Welcoming Ottawa Week (WOW) activities. This invitation-only event is for OLIP partners\, WOW event hosts\, Welcoming Ambassador Award recipients\, civil society leaders\, faith leaders and business and government executives.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/breakfast-event-to-launch-wow2023/
LOCATION:Innovation Centre – RBC Foundry Hall\, 7 Bayview Yards\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/logo-retina.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Local Immigrantion Partnership (OLIP)":MAILTO:nyamulola@olip-plio.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230611T181639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T111510Z
UID:5682-1687165200-1687165200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Canadians of African Descent Health Organization (CADHO)
DESCRIPTION:Canadians of African Descent Health Organization (CADHO) would like you to participate in a session to greet guests and explain to what the health organization does for people in African\, Caribbean and Black communities. \nLanguage: Bilingual
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/canadians-of-african-descent-health-organization-cadho/
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Learning Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/CADHO.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadians of African Descent Health Organization (CADHO)":MAILTO:mababio@uottawa.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230610T175715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T163540Z
UID:5646-1687168800-1687168800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Restore Medical Clinics - Open House
DESCRIPTION:An open house to be more accessible to immigrants and refugees. \nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/restore-medical-clinics-open-house/
LOCATION:Restore Medical Clinics\, 786 Bronson Ave\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Restore Medical Clinics":MAILTO:musa@restoremedicalclinic.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230612T023219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T023219Z
UID:5843-1687172400-1687172400@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:End of Year Picnic
DESCRIPTION:A picnic to highlight the success of the school’s students and also to welcome the new families registered for the next school year. On the agenda\, a barbecue\, as well as some traditional dishes prepared by the parents for an exchange and sharing of culture. The school also plans to put on a magic show. \nLanguage: French
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/end-of-year-picnic/
LOCATION:École Élémentaire publique Séraphin-Marion\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Educational Activities,Food-related Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="%C3%89cole %C3%89l%C3%A9mentaire publique S%C3%A9raphin-Marion":MAILTO:khatima.louaya@cepeo.on.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230608T131217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T131217Z
UID:5601-1687179600-1687179600@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Childhood Mental Health Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Childhood mental health workshop offered to parents. Workshop will be around 45 minutes in length. A $50 Walmart gift card raffle will take place at end of the workshop. \nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/childhood-mental-health-workshop/
LOCATION:Banf-Ledbury Pavilion\, 1250 Ledbury\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/OPH.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Public Health":MAILTO:sarah.hafez@ottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230610T192601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T120524Z
UID:5658-1687190400-1687190400@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Azerbaijan Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:To promote music\, song\, history of Azerbaijan. \nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/azerbaijan-heritage-day/
LOCATION:Parliament Hill
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Sharing Cultural Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/WOW-logo-e1557879385200.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Azerbaijan Art and Culture Center":MAILTO:lalin_hasanova@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230620T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230610T191142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T191142Z
UID:5654-1687255200-1687255200@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Anti-Racism Secretariat Public Information Session About the City Anti-Racism Strategy
DESCRIPTION:The Anti-Racism Secretariat has planned a series of information sessions with community partners to engage Ottawa residents on the City’s first Anti-Racism Strategy. The strategy was approved by Council on June 22\, 2022 and was formally launched with a release of the strategy’s public-facing document on May 15\, 2023. \nThe purpose of the information session is to: \n\nRaise awareness on the Anti-Racism Strategy (ARS) and its Phase One priorities.\nInform the community of the work underway to develop the strategic accountability framework for 2023-2025.\nInform the community of plans to establish a community mechanism to continue working on ARS implementation.\nAnswer any questions regarding the ARS and solicit feedback on process of ARS implementation.\nBuild partnerships and collaborations with the community and community organizations for the implementation of the strategy.\n\nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/anti-racism-secretariat-public-information-session-about-the-city-anti-racism-strategy/
LOCATION:Alexander Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Educational Activities,Learning Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/city-of-ottaw-logo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The City of Ottawa Anti-Racism Secretariat":MAILTO:antiracism@ottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230620T103000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230608T114003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T114525Z
UID:5582-1687257000-1687257000@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Open House – PAF
DESCRIPTION:Presentation of the activities of the Point d’Accueil Francophone (PAF) within the framework of a workshop.
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/coordonnatrice-du-paf-point-daccueil-francophone/
LOCATION:PAF\, 130 Slater St. Suite 1220\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/PAF.png
ORGANIZER;CN="PAF":MAILTO:julienne@cesoc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230620T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230611T174855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T180812Z
UID:5675-1687276800-1687276800@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Police Diversity Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Police Diversity Celebration is an annual event that is hosted to coincide with Multiculturalism Day\, which is celebrated nationwide. It is an opportunity for Ottawa to celebrate the diversity in our city and the richness of cultures that make up Canada’s mosaic. The event also acknowledges and celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. This particular day recognizes and celebrates the cultures and contributions of the First Nations\, Inuit\, and Metis peoples in Canada. \nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/ottawa-police-diversity-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Ottawa Police Service\, 474 Elgin Street (Front entrance)\, Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment,Civic Engagement,Community Engagement,Food-related Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Ottawa-Police-Service-Diversity-Day-Celebration-June-27.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Police%2C Diversity Resource and Relations Unit":MAILTO:ledinghamk@ottawapolice.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230620T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T185140
CREATED:20230612T101542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T101542Z
UID:5895-1687284000-1687284000@welcomingottawaweek.ca
SUMMARY:Moving forward with Truth and Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:What is the Truth and Reconciliation Commission\, and why was it created? Do you feel like reconciliation is possible? What do you feel is needed to achieve reconciliation in Canada\, Ontario\, our city\, communities and within ourselves? Join in this open discussion as we dig deep into these challenging questions\, questioning our own thoughts and biases and how we can move forward in a good way\, building true authentic and meaningful connections. \nAll are welcome. We ask that you register so that we know how many participants to prepare for. \nLanguage: English
URL:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/event/moving-forward-with-truth-and-reconciliation/
LOCATION:Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation\, Pembroke
CATEGORIES:Learning Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/bmp:https://welcomingottawaweek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/June-20th-Moving-Forward-with-Truth-and-Reconciliation-Mashkiwizii-Manido-Foundation.bmp
ORGANIZER;CN="Culture Connect":MAILTO:localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com
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