2:00pm - 4:00pm
Capital Courts Training Center, 1671 Vimont Court Unit #2 K4A 3M3, Orleans Ontario
Empowering Young Minds Career Fair. Celebrating Black history Month. Connecting minority youth and young adults with professionals. Opportunities to speak with lawyers, doctors, sceintists, artists, RCMP personnel, paramedics, entrepreneurs and more! FREE ADMISSION. For more info, contact [email protected]
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
1:00pm - 2:30pm
433 Paterson Hall, Carleton University
Brownbag talk @ Carleton: Conflict minerals, Gender and (In) Security in Africa's Great Lakes Region: the limitations of the sexual violence paradigm feat. Joanne Lebert, Partnership Africa Canada. Prior to joining PAC in 2011, Joanne Lebert was based at the University of Ottawa’s Human Rights Research and Education Centre, where she developed and supported research and policy advocacy related to gender-based sexual violence in conflict settings in Africa, and examined its intersections with the extractive industries. She was also Deputy Director at the Canadian NGO, Peacebuild, where she worked to strengthen Canadian foreign policy options and practice. Previously, she carried out anthropological fieldwork for her doctoral studies in Namibia and Angola and was a Visiting Fellow in Refugee Studies at the University of Oxford. She has lectured at Carleton University and worked for the OSCE in Bosnia-Herzegovina and Croatia, Amnesty International and CARE International-Zambia. This is part of the African Studies Brownbag Seminar Series (http://www.carleton.ca/africanstudies/). For more information, please contact the Institute of African Studies at 613-520-2600 ext. 2220 [email protected]
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
7pm
Carleton University Residence Commons, 3rd floor Banquet Hall, carleton University
STAND Carleton in conjunction with UNICEF Carleton and RRRA (Rideau River Residence Association) presents: 'Let's Talk Conflict Minerals' conference. With the purchase of a 10$ ticket, you will have access to the panel discussion AND networking night! The panel will feature Paul Dewar, MP who works with the Canadian Government in pushing through Bill C-486 requesting the government put in place due diligence on minerals. There will also be representatives from Partnership Africa and Congo Yetu Initiative in addition to other dignitaries and NGO organizations which will join us for the networking portion of the evening. TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED FOR $10 week of Feb. 23-March 1 in the tunnel tables between UC/Tory, and they can also be purchased at the door.
Thursday, March 5, 2015
10.00 a.m. - 2.00 p.m.
YMCA-YWCA RBC Community room, 180 Argyle Street, Ottawa
Black History Ottawa presents: Free seminar: Protect Yourself from financial fraud. Are you a senior or someone approaching retirement? You are invited to a free seminar: Protect Yourself from financial fraud. Featuring speakers from Ottawa Police Service and RBC Royal Bank of Canada. Free admission and refreshments. OC Transpo Buses: 1, 7, 14, 101. Registration required. Please contact: Shynise at 613-983-4679 or [email protected] This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada New Horizons for Seniors' program
Thursday, March 5, 2015
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Sandy Hill Community Ctre, 250 Somerset Street E., Ottawa
(OC Transpo Bus #16, free parking)
The Network of Black Business & Professional Women Joins the Movement "A Billion Rising " and observes International Women's Day 2015 Discussion Forum focused on the UN's 2015 IWA theme: "Equality for Women means Progress for all" Facilitated interactive dance in recognition of ONE BILLION RISING (please Google the video & come ready to dance AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE) NB2PW will make a donation to the Rape Crisis Centre More details at : http://www.nb2pw.org/portfolio/
Friday, March 6, 2015 - SOLD OUT!!
7:30 pm
National Arts Centre Fourth Stage, 53 Elgin Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1 (613) 947-7000
CONCERT: TD Then & Now Black History Month Series 2015 and MDA Productions present: Afro-Cuban Night. Afro-Cuban Night is a journey of the Afro-Cuban music from its folkloric origins through different popular genres till the most contemporary ways of Afro Cuban jazz. A two-hours show that combines music, dance and poetry of Afro Cuban tradition. The main artist is the Cuban-born pianist based in Ottawa -Miguel de Armas- with his Latin Jazz Quartet (piano-bass-drums and congas). In this show they will joined by the singer Caridad Cruz, and the choreographer/dancer Julio Hong with the Montreal-based Afro Cuban Drum and Dance Ensemble. Afro-Cuban Night will be a celebration of the African legacy, illustrating how the Afro-Cuban culture has navigated into a new context, settled and influenced some part of the urban landscape in Canada. During two hours of performance the public will travel through time to grab the beauty and vibrancy of Afro-Cuban music, songs, dances and poetry. The spontaneity combined with jazz harmonies and African sounds make of this show a unique experience full of colors, rhythms and energy. We are very excited about presenting this project. We strongly believe that this opportunity will open doors for a new path and contribute to the ongoing flourishment of the Canadian musical and multicultural heritage.
Admission: $20. Contact person: Yasmina Proveyer 613-983-0049 [email protected] www.migueldearmas.com
Saturday, March 7, 2015
6pm (program starts at 6:30pm prompt)
Villa Marconi Centre, 1026 Baseline Rd, Ottawa, ON K2C 0A6
The Ghanaian Association of Ottawa presents: Ghana's 58th Independence Celebration Dinner and Dance in collaboration with the Ghana High Commission. Keynote Address Dby r. Sulley Garbah, Ghana’s High Commissioner to Canada; Cultural Dancer from the sOttawa U. Ghanaian Students Association; Ghanaian Cultural Group from Montreal; Baobab Cultural Dancers; MusicDJ Bizzy from Toronto. Dinner Menu: Ghanaian.Tickets: Adults. $40. Students: $20; Children(7 and under) FreeBuy Your Tickets Now At:M&J Tropical Foods, African Queen, Nana's, Afrodiva, Ghana House Cuisine and Golden Hair Beauty SuppliesTickets can also be bought from any of our Executives: Mr Bismark Otoo 613.447.1446, Mr Eddie Peprah 613.762.7253, Ms Florence Odoi 613.747.2863, Mr Kwaku Agyei 613.692.7784
Saturday, March 7, 2015
7:30 pm
Centrepointe Theatre Studio, 101 Centrepointe Drive Nepean, ON K2G 5K7 (613) 580-2700
Afro-Cuban Night is a journey of the Afro-Cuban music from its folkloric origins through different popular genres till the most contemporary ways of Afro Cuban jazz. A two-hours show that combines music, dance and poetry of Afro Cuban tradition. The main artist is the Cuban-born pianist based in Ottawa -Miguel de Armas- with his Latin Jazz Quartet (piano-bass-drums and congas). In this show they will joined by the singer Caridad Cruz, and the choreographer/dancer Julio Hong with the Montreal-based Afro Cuban Drum and Dance Ensemble. Afro-Cuban Night will be a celebration of the African legacy, illustrating how the Afro-Cuban culture has navigated into a new context, settled and influenced some part of the urban landscape in Canada. During two hours of performance the public will travel through time to grab the beauty and vibrancy of Afro-Cuban music, songs, dances and poetry. The spontaneity combined with jazz harmonies and African sounds make of this show a unique experience full of colors, rhythms and energy. We are very excited about presenting this project. We strongly believe that this opportunity will open doors for a new path and contribute to the ongoing flourishment of the Canadian musical and multicultural heritage. Admission: $20 http://centrepointetheatre.ca/en/events_tickets/march2015/Afro_Cuban_Night/index.htm
Contact person: Yasmina Proveyer 613-983-0049 [email protected] www.migueldearmas.com
Monday, March 9, 2015
1pm -2:30pm
311 Southam Hall, Carleton University
The Bachelor of Global and International Studies presents“#BringBackOurGirls hashtag: International Justice, Sentimentality and the Politics of the Unsayable”with M. Kamari Clarke, University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Clarke is a candidate for the Associate Professor position in the Bachelor of Global and International Studies.
Thursday March 12, 2015
9am – 5pm
Conference Rooms (#2220-2228) River Building, Carleton University
The African Group of Diplomats to Canada, the African Women Diplomatic Forum, and the Institute of African Studies, Carleton University are very pleased to invite you to a one day conference: The African Union’s Agenda 2063: Assessing the Development Vision for Africa. In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Organization of African Unity/African Union, in 2013 the Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) pledged their commitment to make progress in eight areas as part of the continent’s development agenda. These include promoting African Identity and Renaissance, implementing a Continental Free Trade Area, establishing agendas for Social and Economic Development as well as Peace and Security, and promoting Democratic Governance. These ideals and goals are to be implemented in national and regional plans and to be integral to a vision for Africa for the next fifty years. Titled Agenda 2063, the African Union Commission engaged in a people-driven process to develop this vision of the AU for “an integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global arena.” This conference will critically examine different aspects of this new continental agenda as a way to better understand it, exploring its strengths and areas in need of improvement, and possible points of intersection with Canadian governmental, non-governmental, academic and community groups. It brings together scholars, diplomats, governmental and non-governmental officials, and members of African diaspora organizations and the wider community in a scholarly discussion of this important African framework for achieving a more prosperous and equitable future for the continent. Further Information: Institute of African Studies, 613-520-2600 x. 2220; [email protected] ; or carleton.ca/africanstudies
Please RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aus-agenda-2063-tickets-15851910491
Friday, March 13, 2015
Marriott Hotel, 100 Kent St., Ottawa, ON (613) 238-1122
East African Students’ Association of Carleton (EASAC)'s Flavours of the East Gala fundraiser for CanUgan. An exciting evening of culture, music, dance, and food from East Africa, at the , Ontario. Proceeds from this year's Gala will support CanUgan, bringing accessibility to persons with disabilities in the KaseseDistrict of Uganda. TICKETS: $35 (regular), $50 (VIP), $55 (non students). Hosted annually by the East African Students’ Association of Carleton (EASAC), this year's event is being organized collaboratively with Carleton's READ Initiative (Research, Education, Accessibility and Design) and CUSA's Carleton Disability Awareness Centre (CDAC). Founded in late 2010, CanUganwww.canugan.org is a registered Canadian charity that provides assistive devices to people with disabilities in Uganda. By funding a corporate table (in the amount of $500.00) at this cultural evening, you'll help CanUgan further its efforts to help Ugandans with disabilities meet their mobility and communication needs and gain economic independence. Working with a disability organization in KaseseDistrict of Uganda, CanUgan has provided hand-pedalled tricycles, white canes, crutches and other devices to close to 500 Ugandans with disabilities. If you would like to make a donation of any form to support the event, you can email us for more information.Please help us continue the wonderful work of CanUgan and enjoy the warmth and wonders of East Africa in the midst of our Canadian winter. For more information please contact Simile Mdladlana at 613 222 5771 or by email at [email protected]
Sunday, March 22, 2015
3:00pm – 4:30pm
Trinity Anglican Church, 1230 Bank St at Cameron
AN AFTERNOON OF EASTER SONGS presented by Jamaican Self-Help In Partnership with Trinity Anglican Church, under the patronage of Her Excellency The High Commissioner for Jamaica to Canada. Featuring: Ottawa Seventh-day Adventist Children’s Choir, Steve & Friends, Bromley Road Baptist Church Quintet, Kabungulu Music Gang, Ni Wewe Tu Singers. Light Refreshments will be served. FREE ADMISSION. Donations (tax receiptable) welcomed for Jamaican Self-Help programs for children and youth in the inner city of Kingston Jamaica and for Trinity Anglican Church’s Music Program. Street parking available in the neighborhood. Contact information: tel: 613-843-1762 or email: [email protected]
Jeudi 26 mars 2015
20h00
Salle Jean-Despréz, 25, rue Laurier (secteur de Hull), Gatineau, J8X 4C8
CONCERT: Marie-Josée Lord | Toutes ces femmes en moi! La pétillante Marie-Josée Lord vous convie à un rendez-vous coloré, une soirée en toute intimité au cours de laquelle elle présente des femmes qui l’habitent, l’animent, l’inspirent et qu’elle a rencontrées à l’opéra, sur la scène ou dans la vie quotidienne. De Diane Dufresne à Madame Butterfly, en passant par Maria Callas, Carmen et Nana Mouskouri, la soprano nous fait découvrir ces personnages à travers des présentations chaleureuses et des interprétations vibrantes. Entourée de trois musiciens, elle interprétera des airs connus tout en nous révélant quelques histoires et secrets passionnants.
Salle Jean-Despréz | 35 $ (adultes) • 32 $ (aînés) • 30 $ (étudiants)
mariejoseelord.com
Vidéo
http://youtu.be/bYncD-yz33U
Thursday, March 26,2015
6:30pm
Mayfair Theatre, 1074 Bank St, Ottawa, ON
Doctors Without Borders Canada is presenting Ebola frontline: examining the epidemic one year on, a free documentary screening and expert presentation about the largest Ebola epidemic in history as it officially passes the one year mark in West Africa. The Ebola Frontline documentary delivers somber insight into the raw tragedy of the Ebola epidemic and the human cost of inaction by the international community. The 45-minute film follows a Doctors Without Borders physician using goggle-mounted cameras as he dons full-body personal protective gear and treats Ebola patients inside the high risk zone of an Ebola treatment centre in Sierra Leone at the peak of the epidemic. After the 45 minute film, Canadian doctor Bruce Lampard, recently returned from Sierra Leone, will speak about his on the ground experience treating Ebola patients. Also presenting will be Stephen Cornish, executive director of Doctors Without Borders Canada, about lessons the international community must ! learn from the largest Ebola epidemic in history. More information: http://www.msf.ca/en/event/ottawa-film-screening-ebola-frontline-examining-the-epidemic-one-year-on
Vendredi 27 mars
18h00 - 21h00
Centre communautaire d'Overbrook - 33 rue Quill
Ottawa, Ontario K1K 4E7
Conférence des Femmes Francophones Immigrantes, première édition, présentée par la Communauté Congolaise du Canada Ottawa-Gatineau s'adresse à toutes les femmes et jeunes filles francophones immigrantes de la région de la capitale nationale. Au Programme: Ateliers santé et bien-être, entreprenariat et réseautage, raffraichissement et plus à decouvrir. - Comment impacter - Augmenter la confiance en soi - Se mettre en valeur
Inscription: $15 | [email protected] | 613-627-4715