BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Together Ottawa Ensemble - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Together Ottawa Ensemble
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Toronto
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20210314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20211107T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20220313T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20221106T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220622T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220622T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220519T175241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T184435Z
UID:885-1655919000-1655926200@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:The Welcome Back Project
DESCRIPTION:The Welcome Back Project is a community-engaged temporary public art initiative that brings people together through collective gestures of belonging\, acceptance\, healing\, peace\, social engagement\, community building and solidarity. Facilitated by local Artist and Educator\, Christos Pantieras\, the “make and take” workshops will give participants the opportunity to design and create their own custom welcome mat. \n\nThursday\, June 22 @ Jack Purcell Community Centre – 320 Jack Purcell Lane (5:30PM – 7:30PM); 15 participants.\n\nClick the link below to register and for more details. Space is limited. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-welcome-back-project-community-workshops-tickets-344736043787 \n 
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/the-welcome-back-project-2/
LOCATION:Jack Purcell Community Centre\, 320 Jack Purcell Lane\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Child Friendly,English,Indoors,LGBT2SQ+,Older adults,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/iStock-534081255.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220602T154050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T154050Z
UID:1003-1655892000-1655910000@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:Cultural Exhibition & Festival from the Ottawa Ethno-Cultural Seniors Network
DESCRIPTION:This one day event will feature a variety of exhibitions and learning opportunities in the area of visual arts\, performing arts\, culinary arts from Ottawa Ethno-Cultural Seniors Network. \nFree admission\, $5 for each lunch box. \nFor more information\, contact Sybil Braganza at sybilb@spcottawa.on.ca or call 613-806-6758.
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/cultural-exhibition-festival-from-the-ottawa-ethno-cultural-seniors-network/
LOCATION:Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre\, 102 Greenview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2B 5Z6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arabic,Arts,Crafts,English,Food,French,Hindi,Indoors,Mandarin,Music and Sound,Older adults,Outdoors,Punjabi,Somali,Spanish
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/iStock-1245226116.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220622T114500
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220610T175934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T175934Z
UID:1098-1655892000-1655898300@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:Into the Heart of the Matter: A workshop on Grief and Bereavement
DESCRIPTION:In this free workshop\, you will learn how to become more comfortable with grief through a better understanding of what grief is and how to support a grieving person\, especially older adults in our community. We hope to break down grief into different concepts that will make it easier to understand\, and to offer you tools and techniques that you can start to use to help yourself and those around you. Participants will be sent additional resources after the workshop. \nRegister here: https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/heart-matter-workshop-grief-and-bereavement. \nFor more information\, contact Jena at jena@compassionateottawa.ca.
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/into-the-heart-of-the-matter-a-workshop-on-grief-and-bereavement/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Ruth E. Dickinson\, 100 Malvern Dr\, Nepean\, Ontario\, K2J 2G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English,Grief,In-Person,Indoors,Older adults
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/iStock-1067565998.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220621T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220621T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220610T180726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T180726Z
UID:1106-1655829000-1655836200@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:Hope for the Future
DESCRIPTION:Carlington Community Health Centre (CCHC) will be recognizing students in grades 9 to 12 for their resilience\, growth\, and the successes they accomplished despite the challenges brought on by 3 years of pandemic. We will be celebrating getting through the pandemic\, remembering those who were lost\, and fostering hope and resilience for the future. There will be performances\, food and great conversations. \nTo register and for more information\, contact Ifarah@carlingtochc.org or call (613) 722-4000.
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/hope-for-the-future/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English,Food,Free,In-Person,Indoors,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/iStock-1334437504.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220621T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220606T194606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T155730Z
UID:1039-1655818200-1655820000@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:Hope Arising - HELP Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:Dedication of art work by community engaged artist Claudia Salguero who\, commissioned by the Healthy End of Life Project\, encouraged Orleans United Church members to envision loss and hope through art. HELP Ottawa\, in partnership with Carleton University\, is funded by the Mach-Gaensslen Foundation of Canada and sponsored by Compassionate Ottawa. \nMasks are required at this event. \nFor more information\, contact Heather McGrath at hmcgraths@gmail.com.
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/hope-arising-help-ottawa/
LOCATION:Orleans United Church\, 1111 Orléans Blvd\, Orléans\, Ontario\, K1C 7C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,English,Grief,Indoors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/iStock-1359186954.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220509T153112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T153112Z
UID:752-1655553600-1655568000@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:The Ottawa Independent Living Resource Centre Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Independent Living Resource Centre (OILRC) will be hosting an open house to all those interested in checking out their Centre and learning about the services and supports they offer. There will be a variety of activities\, snacks and drinks\, music\, and of course good conversation! Entrance is free\, however donations are always appreciated. \nThis event will be held in English and French. Contact peersupport@oilrc.com or 613-236-2558 for more information. \nOILRC is a local non-profit supporting adults with disabilities in the Ottawa and surrounding region. They support the independence of persons with disabilities to live happy and fulfilling lives.
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/the-ottawa-independent-living-resource-centre-open-house/
LOCATION:The Ottawa Independent Living Resource Centre\, 214 Montreal Road\, Suite 401\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1L 8L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Arts,Child Friendly,Crafts,English,Food,Free,French,In-Person,Indoors,LGBT2SQ+,Music and Sound,Older adults,Open to public,Talk/Panel/Conversation,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/OILRC-logo-002.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220618T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220519T174928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T184510Z
UID:880-1655550000-1655568000@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:The Welcome Back Project
DESCRIPTION:The Welcome Back Project is a community-engaged temporary public art initiative that brings people together through collective gestures of belonging\, acceptance\, healing\, peace\, social engagement\, community building and solidarity. Facilitated by local Artist and Educator\, Christos Pantieras\, the “make and take” workshops will give participants the opportunity to design and create their own custom welcome mat. \n\nSaturday\, June 18th @ Sunnyside Public Library – 1049 Bank Street (11AM – 1PM or 2PM – 4PM); 20 participants per workshop.\n\nClick the link below to register and for more details. Space is limited. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-welcome-back-project-community-workshops-tickets-344736043787 \n 
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/the-welcome-back-project/
LOCATION:Sunnyside Public Library\, 1049 Bank Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3W9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Child Friendly,English,Indoors,LGBT2SQ+,Older adults,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/iStock-534081255.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220615T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220509T201752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T153028Z
UID:766-1655298000-1655307000@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:Bereavement Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This nurturing online event offered by Hospice Care Ottawa includes a presentation\, time for supportive sharing with others and a guided yoga session. This event is offered at no charge and is open to those who are grieving the death of a loved one due to life-limiting illness. \nTo register for this event\, contact erika.deschiffart@hospicecareottawa.ca or call 613-260-2906 ext. 230. \nTo view and share the poster\, click here.
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/bereavement-retreat/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Canada
CATEGORIES:English,Grief,Indoors,Online,Retreat
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Virtual-yoga.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220611T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220527T180708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T174535Z
UID:910-1654948800-1654954200@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:Launch of Together Ottawa Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the official launch event to kickoff Together Ottawa Ensemble! \nAll members of the community are invited to join us at this free\, bilingual event to share in a moment of silent remembrance of those we have lost; hear personal stories from front-line workers and others deeply impacted by the pandemic; listen to live music performed by The Broken Bridges; and enjoy food provided by Moo Shu Ice Cream and Chef Ric’s. A welcoming ceremony by an Indigenous Elder will also be featured\, as well as words from Mayor Watson and Dr. Vera Etches. \nWe hope to see you at Jean Pigott Hall within Ottawa City Hall on June 11!
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/launch-of-together-ottawa-ensemble/
LOCATION:Ottawa City Hall\, Jean Pigott Hall\, 110 Laurier Ave W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 1J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Child Friendly,English,Food,Free,French,In-Person,Indoors,Music and Sound,Open to public
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Logo_TogetherOttawaEnsemble_RGB.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220613
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220530T192845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T180304Z
UID:978-1654905600-1655078399@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:Baha'i Global Conference (Ottawa edition)
DESCRIPTION:One of 10\,000 global conferences\, 80 in Canada. This conference\, sponsored by the Baha’is of Ottawa\, is inviting those who want to explore the inherent oneness of humanity and to work towards the betterment of the world. The Ottawa conference themes include: a united vision for humanity\, building vibrant communities\, educational endeavours\, and contributing to social transformation. The conference will include plenary sessions\, small group discussions and the arts in exploring these themes. \nLearn more about the free-to-attend conferences here: https://conferences.bahai.ca/en/ \nRegister here (deadline to register is June 10) https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/global-conferences-ottawa-2022-registration-338431667227 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/bahai-global-conference-ottawa-edition/
LOCATION:EY Centre\, 4899 Uplands Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1V 2N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Child Friendly,English,Environment,Food,Free,French,In-Person,Indoors,Music and Sound,Older adults,Spirituality,Talk/Panel/Conversation,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Global-conferences-EN.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220516T203231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T203231Z
UID:839-1654174800-1654185600@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:Cornerstone 'Spiritual Wellness Day'
DESCRIPTION:The focus of this day is to provide the residents of Cornerstone Housing for Women with opportunities to experience different positive experiential relaxation and meditation techniques. Learning the art of self soothing\, relaxation and meditation is difficult thing for many of our residents\, as they don’t have the means or opportunities to find these resources on their own. The women will have opportunities to have fun doing yoga\, sacred movement\, art and a spiritual nature. The day will end with a barbeque. \nThis event is only for residents\, volunteers and staff of Cornerstone Housing for Women.
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/cornerstone-spiritual-wellness-day/
LOCATION:Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre\, 102 Greenview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2B 5Z6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Crafts,English,Environment,Food,Indoors,Meditation and experiential sacred activities,Movement and dance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/iStock-1293542040.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T061706
CREATED:20220527T194028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T204220Z
UID:936-1653760800-1653771600@togetherottawaensemble.ca
SUMMARY:SLCAO Vesak Celebrations and Dansala
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Vesak and Poson\, the Sri Lanka Canada Association of Ottawa (SLCAO) is hosting an in-person event that will consist of Vesak-Koodu (lanterns) displays\, singing of Bakthi Gee (devotional songs) and a Dansala (free meals). This is the first event after 2 years of the COVID pandemic to celebrate month of Vesak and enjoy freedom from the isolation\, stress\, and mental distress that was faced by young and old. \nAll are welcome at this free event. \nFor more information\, contact Chandra Padmini Hapuarachchi at cp_hapu@yahoo.ca or call 613-830-6484.
URL:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/event/slcao-vesak-celebrations-and-dansala/
LOCATION:Manotick Community Centre\, 5572 Leach Dr\, Manotick\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Child Friendly,Crafts,English,Food,Free,Indoors,Memorial,Music and Sound,Older adults,Open to public,Potluck,Sinhalese,Spirituality
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://togetherottawaensemble.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Vesak-2022-768x1024-v2.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR