Saturday, November 5, 2016
6pm
Knox Presbyterian Church, Geneva Room-120 Lisgar St., Ottawa
CanUgan 5th Annual Evening of Celebration. Help us make a difference for
Ugandans living with disabilities! There will be an Africa fusion buffet, a
Silent and Live Auction, and sale items from Uganda.Tickets: $30 for adults,
$15 for those under the age of 12.
Saturday, November 5, 2016
Champagne Reception: 6:00pm; Gala& Dinner: 7:00pm;Dance: 9:30pm
Villa Marconi Banquet Hall – 1026 Baseline Rd., Ottawa
St. Vincent & the Grenadines Ottawa Association Keeping HOPE Alive for HAITI. Join Members and Friends of the Association at an Evening of Elegance –A Red Carpet Champagne Galas we raise funds for the people affected by Hurricane Matthew in Haiti. Your Monetary Donation gives you a chance to win a fabulous Gift basket compliments of Exotiqueblends. Tickets are $65; includes champagne reception, dinner & a glass of wine!Dance the night away with the live band Julian McIntosh and the Caribbean Thunderbolts plus Ottawa finest soca DJs.. David Supersound & Selector Shellz. TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM: [email protected] * 613-866-8939
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Fox & Feather; 283 Elgin St, Ottawa
NB2PW Mixer Series-Dress for Access, 4th annual clothing drive. NB2PW will again be hosting Dress for Access, a clothing drive in support of the New Life Project. The New Life Project rehabilitates female street-workers by offering them training to develop marketable skills and clothing for mainstream employment. On graduation from the program they are given clothing appropriate for job interviews and their new jobs. Costs: Members $5 and non-members $10. OR free-will donation. ** Gently used and/or new women's professional/business clothing, accessories and purses. **Also accepting children's and men's clothing. Cost: Members 5.00, Non-members 10.00. ** All clothing, accessories and purses (as well as 100% of entry fee proceeds) will be donated to the New Life Project in Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast. RSVP at: [email protected] Connecting does not get any better. Come, connect and be inspired!
Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016
Carleton University Art Gallery, St. Patrick’s Building
3:30 Public Lecture and Q&A: “The Free Negress Elisabeth”
4:45-5:30 Reception
5:30-8:00 Film Screening and Q&A: The Cost of Sugar (based on McLeod’s
acclaimed novel). CTCA (Centre for Transnational Cultural Analysis) is pleased to invite you to several events featuring internationally-renowned novelist and activist Cynthia McLeod who will share her creative and scholarly work on the Dutch Caribbean and the history of slavery in her native Suriname. These events are free, accessible, open to the public, and co-sponsored by CTCA, CUAG, and the Institute for African Studies.
Thursday, November 10, 2016
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Social Sciences Building, Room 4006, 120 University Private
CIPS' Fragile States Research Network, the FrancoPaix Centre in conflict resolution, and peace missions and the Africa Study Group of the Canadian International Council (GRA/CIC) present: Canada and Mali: Towards peace and sustainable democracy or an unmanageable complexity. Following a military coup, the eruption of armed conflict, robust intervention by France in 2012, and elections in 2013, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) was deployed, leading to a peace agreement in 2015. Yet the situation remains fragile and terrorist attacks seem to be spreading.
Canada has a long tradition of co-operation with Mali. After the suspension of bilateral aid following the coup, Ottawa re-established co-operation in 2014. Mali is on the short-list of African countries where Canada could soon deploy military and police in a UN Peace operation.Who are the actors, and what are the dynamics and key issues, in the Malian and regional contexts? What are the options and risks for the Canadian government in this situation, especially in the areas of security and governance? Chair: Cedric Jourde, University of Ottawa. Panellists: Bruno Charbonneau & Adam Sandor, professors and researchers at FrancoPaix Centre, who will speak on the security-governance-development NEXUS in Mali and dilemmas for Canada; Louise Ouimet, former Canadian Ambassador in Mali, member of the GRA/CIC, who will speak on challenges and opportunities for the Canada-Mali partnership; Colin Townson, Deputy Director, PSOP/GLOBAL Affairs Canada, who will speak on understanding the views and options of the Canadian government.
Friday, November 11, 2016
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Lobby, Canadian War Museum
LEGACY VOICES – BLACK CANADIAN VETERANS’ STORIES OF WAR
Are you aware that 2016 marks the 100th anniversary of the No.2 Construction Battalion, Canada’s only Black unit? Did you know that Private Curley Christian lost his four limbs at the battle of Vimy Ridge? Join the Legacy Voices and Parks Canada teams with descendants of Canadian soldiers of the First World War to share these stories and more through photographs, medals, military records and song. http://www.warmuseum.ca/remember/
Saturday, November 12, 2016
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
36 Bentley Ave,Ottawa, ON
Annual Tonight's for Tanzania Event -T4T Event. Please join the Tanzania
Chapter of the Canadian World Education Foundation (CWEF Tanzania) for our 4th annual Social, Cultural and Networking event! We will celebrate African Culture through a taste of East African Cuisine, music, dance and more. Tickets are $20 General & $15 Students. Available at Carleton University, Rideau Centre, and Ottawa University, at the door on event day and online at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ annual-tonights-for-tanzania- event-t4t-event-tickets- 27735759403?aff=erelexpmlt
Contact 613-869-4970, [email protected] for more details
WAYS TO DONATE (You will get a tax receipt for any donation over $20).
Online: Go to http://cwef.ca/site/tanzania/ donate-2/
By Cheque: CWEF Tanzania c/o Wendy Caron, 3661 Charlevoix Ave., Windsor ON N9E 3B4 ABOUT CWEF TANZANIA: www.cwef.ca/site/Tanzania
Saturday, November 12, 2016
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Centre Wakefield La Pêche, Gwen Shea Hall, 38 ch de la Vallée de Wakefield, Wakefield, Quebec J0X3G0
Angelique Francis in Concert - The Roots of Pop Music. This Ottawa teen has been wowing fans of all ages at international festivals with her vibrantly
soulful singing and performing of Blues, Soul, Rhythm & Blues, Jazz, and
beyond! Special guest Isabella Nicole will open. TICKETS: Adult – $15.00; Youth (18 and Under) – $7.50 Tickets: http://centrewakefieldlapeche.ca/event-2361535
Wednesday, November 16
7 PM
Knox Presbyterian Church, 227 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K2P, Canada
Fall Jazz Vesper: the piano virtuosity of James McGowan vocal stylings of Michael Curtis Hanna will come together in a Musical medley of spirit and soul. Come join us for one hour in prayer, meditation in this incredible space with these incredible musicians. ABOUT THE ARTIST: Detroit born son of pianist/composer Sir Roland Hanna, Michael Curtis Hanna is at home singing soul stirring spirituals as well as Jeffersonian Vocal-ease. Hanna has two CD's to his credit and has performed North American and Asian venues.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelCurtisHanna/
Friday, November 18, 2016
8 PM
The Avalon Studio, 738A Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1S3V4
JAZZ COBCERT: Come spend the night with Antoine L Collins for an intimate evening of jazz standards at Ottawa's historic Avalon Studio. A stellar band, including Roland Racz (keyboard), Alex Moxon (guitar), Mike Essoudry (drums), and Jean-Phillppe Lapensee (bass), will complement Antoine's distinctive vocal style. It's sure to be a night to remember!
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spend-the-night-with-me-an-intimate-evening-of-jazz-standards-tickets-28748194624?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=esfb&utm-source=fb&utm-term=listing
Saturday, November 19, 2016
5 pm - 11 pm
Bronson Centre - 211 Bronson Avenue, Ottawa
Dine Out for a good cause --The Coalition for Equitable Land Acquisition and Development in Africa (CELADA), an NGO in Ottawa seeking to end social injustice and promote equitable Land allocation and agricultural development in Africa, is inviting you to a fund-raising dinner with a variety of delicious African cuisines. Tickets: $25 per person (includes dinner and talk). Email [email protected] or call 613-862-4164/613-400-1599/613-262-6911 for tickets.
Saturday, November 19, 2016
6 PM - 10 PM
City Hall 110 Laurier Ave., Ottawa, Ontario
Excelsior Seniors Model Fashion show, featuring garments made and modeled by senior citizens! Cost? More info?
Saturday, November 19, 2016
7pm - 1am
Tom Brown Recreational Centre, 141, Bayview Rd., Ottawa
Alpha Ladies Club of Ottawa Dinner-Dance. There will be a cash bar. Admission: $25 (advance), $30 (at the door). Tickets available by calling 613-823-5774, 613-843-7209, 613-866-7209, 613-884-3076
Sunday, November 20, 2016
7:30pm - 10pm
MacKay United Church, 39 Dufferin Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1M 2H3
John Dapaah - MacKay United Church Chamber Music Series. Music by:Schubert, Chopin, Schubert/Liszt,Bach/Petri. Tickets: Adult $25, Senior $20, Student $15. Available at Books on Beechwood, The Leading Note or at the Door. ABOUT JOHN DAPAAH:'Music has taken John Kofi Dapaah on a voyage from Ghana, to Japan; Canada, and to Austria. It has brought him to reflect on a range of styles including classical, jazz and gospel piano. John incepted his classical piano studies at the age of 7 with Tabuchi Masako in Muroran, Japan; where his father was completing his graduate studies. His family’s relocation to Canada in 2001 caused John to continue his studies independently. In 2007, he enrolled in Carleton’s B.Mus. program..."
http://blackottawascene.com/honouring-our-2015-graduates-john-kofi-dapaah/
Thursday, November 24, 2016
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
OTTAWA CONFERENCE AND EVENT CENTRE, 200 Coventry Rd., Ottawa
An informative evening on the Traffic Stop Race Data Collection Report. The York U. Research Team will present the Traffic Stop Race Data Collection Project findings and answer your questions. Help us plan for the for next steps. Register:
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ALSO: Save the date: PIA Session – February 28th, 2017
For more information contact us at 613-236-1222 ext. 5028 or by e-mail [email protected]<mailto:PIA @ottawapolice.ca>
Thursday, November 24, 2016
7pm
Centrepointe Theatre , 101 Centrepointe Dr., Ottawa
Tubman Funeral Homes Presents: The Power Of Song Featuring gospel group VOP!The event focus is for people who are hurting entering the Christmas season as our music will reflect that theme. Admission is FREE. Please RSVP 613-726-0292
Saturday, November 26, 2016
Hintonburg Community Centre, 1064 Wellington Street
Holiday Market and Cultural Bake Sale. The Cultural Arts Studio, School Of Afro-Caribbean Dance invites you to celebrate the season by supporting local entrepreneurs and crafters from our community at our fundraiser market. We will also has delicious baked goods from our rich African & Caribbean heritage available. Admission is free!
November 26, 2016
Cocktails: 6:30 pm, Dinner: 7:00 pm
St. Anthony’s Banquet Hall, 523 St. Anthony Street, Ottawa
Black Canadian Scholarship Fund Annual Dinner Dance. This event will be the grand finale of the year in which we are celebrating our 20th anniversary of dedicated service in the education of black youth in Ottawa. Please join us in our campaign to raise $6,000 to provide an anniversary scholarship. A tax receipt will be issued for donations in excess of $20.00.The programme will include: a sumptuous supper, special music by DJ Super Sound and the Francis Trio; also, recognition of individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the BCSF throughout its 20 years of existence, a silent auction and an appearance by some former scholarship recipients. Dress : Elegantly casual. Tickets : $ 60.00 For more info/tickets: (613) 723-1980 or (613) 228-2675 or (613) 699-5856 or (613 )837-9498
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Doors open at 2:00 p.m., showtime at 2:30 p.m.
Ukrainian Banquet Hall, 1000 Byron Ave, Ottawa.
Soca Parang Lime hosted by The Trinidad & Tobago Association of Ottawa (TTAO). Featuring Los Parajos Parang Group, from Toronto; Trini style refreshments and food (for sale); door prizes; music by DJ David Supersound. Tickets: $25 adv. & $35 @ door- adults, $10 children 8-16 years. Please bring a can of food to donate to the Ottawa Food Bank. Tickets/info: 819-230-9027; 613-850-0870; 613-723-0785
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Ottawa Police Association Hall, 141 Catherine St, Ottawa ON, K2P 1C3.
Walk in her Shoes/Marchons dans ses souliers Fundraising reception in support of the MATCH Fund. For over 40 years, The MATCH Fund has partnered with grassroots organizations in over 71 countries to bring about lasting change, helping women and girls improve their lives and their communities. From Rosemary Brown's tenacious and fearless leadership to Madonna Larbi's vigilant advocacy for women and racial minorities, we continue to stand on these courageous shoulders. Join us to celebrate their powerful legacies! Tickets: $50 Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, Cash Bar. Purchase tickets online:
https://www.gifttool.com/registrar/ShowEventDetails?ID=2131&EID=23153
All proceeds will go to The MATCH Fund. For more info: Fatou Jammeh
[email protected] / 613-761-3684