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Who’s Really Talking About Climate Change?
Who’s Really Talking About Climate Change?
When:
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Where:
Online
Description:
The Talking Climate Collaborative is a new home for climate communicators, built to make climate conversations move from information to action.
Hear from TCC co-founders Dr. Katharine Hayhoe and Bernadette Woods Placky, and lead researcher Dr. Dana R. Fisher, as they share what the assessment reveals about who’s communicating, who they’re reaching, where connections exist, which voices are missing, and what TCC is building to address the gaps.
The webinar will include approximately 40 minutes of presentation followed by 20 minutes of live Q&A.
On Friday, October 2, the festival moves into a celebratory mood with a Traditional Métis Kitchen Party at the North Lanark Agricultural Hall. Running from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. or later, the evening combines food, music and dance in a celebration of Métis culture.
The evening begins with boulette y bang, a traditional meatball stew served with bannock, followed by a performance by the Edmonton Traditional Métis Dancers. Juno-nominated singer and songwriter Amanda Rheaume and the Mâmawin’towin Band will provide the music, joined by old-time fiddlers Jason Lepine and Lionel Desjarlais.
Guests can also enjoy jigging and line dancing before sampling the famous Bear Paws from the Frybread Queen.
Hidden Treasures – Giveaway Weekend Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4 Help keep valuable materials in circulation by giving unwanted items a second life. Residents can place unwanted but usable household goods at the curb for others to take free of charge, making it easy to declutter, reduce waste and help neighbours find a treasure they can use and enjoy. At the end of the day, bring any uncollected items back inside.
Come hang out at our (almost) weekly casual Saturday morning coffee social event. Talk EVs, all things environmental, or anything else! Come check out some cool cars and enjoy a warm beverage. No EV required!
Saturday, October 3, turns the focus to Indigenous visual art and traditional craft. The Indigenous Art and Artisan Showcase runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, bringing together more than two dozen notable artists who will share their work, stories and techniques with visitors.
For the first time, Reconciliation Through Art will also offer hands-on opportunities for visitors to learn Indigenous beadwork and create their own porcupine quill earrings under the guidance of Knowledge Keeper Patsea Griffin. The Frybread Queen will also be open throughout the day.
The showcase provides an opportunity not only to see and purchase Indigenous artwork, but to meet artists and learn about the cultural knowledge and traditions behind their work. Visitors will have a chance to enter a raffle featuring gifts from exhibiting artists and local businesses.
Free for FCA members, all others pay $10 at the door.
FCA is conducting a weekend workshop on advocacy for community groups on Saturday October 3 in Overbrook. Participants are invited to learn from the experiences of their colleagues. Several group representatives will describe a specific instance in which they have advocated for a public decision. Each will outline how their group decided to take a stand and the tools they employed to advance their position. Following the presentations, round table discussions involving all participants will consider the case studies and a panel of outside decision-makers will comment on the approaches taken.
Some participants will bring insight into their organization’s current issues. All will seek to learn how their own group can speak out effectively.
Green/Vert Toastmasters - 1st Saturday of the month
Join us to practice skills in speaking, presenting, listening,and leadership. Our club provides a great environment for green-minded people,sustainability professionals, and anyone interested in improving theircommunication skills.
As a club, we value: Diversity, Participatory Democracy,Nonviolence, Sustainability, Ecological Wisdom, and Social Justice.
We are also proud to uphold the Toastmasters Internationalvalues of INTEGRITY, RESPECT, SERVICE, and EXCELLENCE.
Join us to build skills in public speaking, active listening,constructive feedback, and leadership!
Hidden Treasures – Giveaway Weekend Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4 Help keep valuable materials in circulation by giving unwanted items a second life. Residents can place unwanted but usable household goods at the curb for others to take free of charge, making it easy to declutter, reduce waste and help neighbours find a treasure they can use and enjoy. At the end of the day, bring any uncollected items back inside.
Sunday, October 4, brings a full day of programming focused on Indigenous history, knowledge and remembrance.
The day begins with a Water Walk from 8 to 9 am, travelling from Almonte Old Town Hall to Metcalfe Geoheritage Park.
From 10 am - 3 pm, the focus shifts to Indigenous history and culture at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, where visitors can take part in teachings, presentations and storytelling. The program will include traditional drumming and jingle dancing, as well as opportunities to learn about the history of the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation and the Métis Nation of Ontario. The program will also include the perspectives of Residential School and 60s Scoop survivors, offering an opportunity for participants to engage with some of the difficult and deeply personal experiences that continue to shape conversations about reconciliation in Canada.
From 3 - 4:30pm, there will be a special screening of The Apology: A Search for Justice, followed by a talkback with Métis filmmaker Matt LeMay, CEO of Indigenous Geographic. LeMay’s film follows a history making delegation to Pope Francis and was produced after his film crew received exclusive access to document the delegation’s journey and its history.
Registration is required for the film screening and for selected history and culture sessions.
The Climate Fresk is a nonprofit initiative founded in 2019 by Prof. Cédric Ringenbach. Its mission is to raise public awareness about climate change and empower people to take meaningful action.
3-hour workshop — simple, fun, visual, creative, and engaging.
Based on science — 42 cards that summarize findings from the IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change).
Collaborative learning — participants co-create a “fresco” by connecting causes and consequences of climate change.
From insight to action — the second half explores the scale of the challenge and concrete solutions.
Global impact: Over 2.3+ million people have participated, with 100,000+ trained as facilitators. Workshops now run in 150+ countriesand 45+ languages.
Climate Fresk workshops are relatively new to Ottawa–Gatineau, and local organizers are building a broad-based program to match the format’s international success.
Why join?
Build a clear, big-picture understanding of climate change
If you want to be part of the conversation and stay updated on ongoing discussions and meeting times, please join the mailing list or send an email using the links below:
Our ‘kick-off’ meeting is March 3rd at 12:15 PM. Weekly meetings will follow. Get the invite below.
This year, we are starting the Eastern Ottawa Urbanism Club, a dedicated time and place for east Ottawa residents who are interested in discussing how our community is built, how it moves, and how we can make our neighbourhoods more financially and socially resilient. Whether you’re a long-time advocate or just curious about why our streets look and feel the way they do, this is a low-pressure way to connect with others who care about the future of the east end.
Our primary way of keeping in touch is a weekly virtual roundtable meeting held during the Tuesday lunch hour (12:15 PM on Tuesday is tentative until we establish it works for people)—perfect for a quick mid-week check-in on any local projects and policy discussions. To keep things grounded in the real world and to get to know each other, we also aim to meet up in person for lunch or an evening drink and/or chat every 4 to 6 weeks.
I would also invite you to share ongoing projects or issues that might be relevant to the group in The New Orleans Forum.
Bike Day on the Hill 2026: Cycling and Nation Building for All
Bike Day on the Hill 2026: Cycling and Nation Building for All
When:
5:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Where:
Parliament Hill, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A9, Canada
Description:
Bike Day on the Hill 2026: Cycling and Nation Building for All
A non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling on Parliament Hill
Join parliamentarians, local and national leaders, and fellow cyclists in a non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. This year we will be highlighting cycling’s contribution to nation building for all people. So come out, bring your bike, bring your family and join us in sending the positive message that cycling can be for everyone! Register for Bike Day on the Hill 2026
Club de Tennis Orleans Tennis Club, 1257 Joseph Drouin Ave, Orléans, ON K1C 7B2, Canada
Description:
Indigenous Drumming Circle - monthly Free No experience necessary. Everyone welcome - Indigenous, two-spirit, men, women, children, non-indigenous. Pierre Rocque Community Center a.k.a Orleans Tennis Club Bring your drum... we do have some drums available for use. Hosted by Indigenous Roots Ottawa. Send us a message to let us know you will attend: indigenousrootsottawa@gmail.com
Thinking about tidying up your garden for fall? It's time for a rethink!
Fallen leaves, dried stems, loose bark and soil provide important winter habitats for insects and other wildlife.
Join Dorte Windmuller, Butterflyway Ranger, pollinator garden consultant and nature photographer, to learn how to care for your garden in a way that supports wildlife throughout fall and winter.
Dorte will share beautiful images from her own garden along with simple, practical ways to:
provide winter habitat for pollinators and other insects
For Ottawa's Senior residents. Get involved with your community and know what can be done when extreme weather events happen.
As extreme weather events like wildfire smoke, floods, and storms that take down power become more frequent in the Ottawa area, senior residents are one of the more vulnerable populations. But you are not powerless. Join us to learn about what services may be available to your community that build resilience in the face of extreme weather. Lunch provided.
Join us as we introduce the updated incentive program and discuss how the Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program can help support your home energy retrofit. The Better Homes Ottawa team will be hosting an online webinar on October 8, 2026 at 12 PM to 1 PM.
Community cleanup (See BeBot beach cleaning robot in action)
Community cleanup (See BeBot beach cleaning robot in action)
When:
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Where:
Britannia Beach, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Description:
Community cleanup event at Britannia Beach!
Oct 08, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EDT Britannia Beach, Britannia Beach, Ottawa, ON, Canada
About the event
Get to see our BeBot beach cleaning robot in action and participate in a community cleanup event at Britannia Beach!
During this event, you will have the opportunity to take part in a demonstration of the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup's BeBot. The Great Lakes Plastics Cleanup is an initiative led by Pollution Probe in Canada and the Council of the Great Lakes Region in the U.S., that uses innovative plastic capture technology to prevent and remove plastic pollution from the Great Lakes and collect data on what is found in collaboration with local communities.
The BeBot is the first beach cleaning robot in Canada that sifts sand and substrates to remove plastic debris from the environment. Participants will see a live demonstration of the BeBot in operation as it collects debris from the beach, providing an interactive opportunity to learn about innovative technologies used to help protect freshwater ecosystems.
You will be invited to help sort and characterize the debris collected, providing an important opportunity to help collect critical data to inform upstream solutions aimed at ending plastic pollution in the Great Lakes.
Day 1: Group of 78 Conference: Architecture for Peace
Day 1: Group of 78 Conference: Architecture for Peace
When:
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Where:
FSS 4007 Social Sciences UofO
Description:
2026 Conference Program
Reinventing the Architecture for Peace: Catalysing Citizens, Coalitions, and Capital
October 9-10, 2026
Day 1: October 9, 2026, 6pm-8:30 pm, Room FSS 4007, Social Sciences Building, University of Ottawa
6:00 Registration and Networking 6:30 pm Welcome, Land Acknowledgement, and Dinner 7:00 pm Keynote Address 1:Reinventing the Architecture of Peace: How We Got Here and What Must be Done Keynote Remarks:Peggy Mason, President, Rideau Institute, G78 Board Member and former Canadian Ambassador for Disarmament to the United Nations Host and Moderator:Kizzann Sammy, President, Kochi Consulting, G78 Board Member and Advisor to UN Women’s Caribbean Office 7:45 pm Moderated Q+A and Discussion 8:15 pm Thank You and Adjournment
Circular Fair Saturday, October 10 10 am to 2 pm Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park Discover practical ways to reduce waste through repair, reuse and sharing, including a Repair Café, clothing drop-and-swap, and other community-driven circular economy activities.
Come hang out at our (almost) weekly casual Saturday morning coffee social event. Talk EVs, all things environmental, or anything else! Come check out some cool cars and enjoy a warm beverage. No EV required!
If you want to be part of the conversation and stay updated on ongoing discussions and meeting times, please join the mailing list or send an email using the links below:
Our ‘kick-off’ meeting is March 3rd at 12:15 PM. Weekly meetings will follow. Get the invite below.
This year, we are starting the Eastern Ottawa Urbanism Club, a dedicated time and place for east Ottawa residents who are interested in discussing how our community is built, how it moves, and how we can make our neighbourhoods more financially and socially resilient. Whether you’re a long-time advocate or just curious about why our streets look and feel the way they do, this is a low-pressure way to connect with others who care about the future of the east end.
Our primary way of keeping in touch is a weekly virtual roundtable meeting held during the Tuesday lunch hour (12:15 PM on Tuesday is tentative until we establish it works for people)—perfect for a quick mid-week check-in on any local projects and policy discussions. To keep things grounded in the real world and to get to know each other, we also aim to meet up in person for lunch or an evening drink and/or chat every 4 to 6 weeks.
I would also invite you to share ongoing projects or issues that might be relevant to the group in The New Orleans Forum.
Sala San Marco, 215 Preston St, Ottawa, ON K1R 7R1, Canada
Description:
Green Drinks - Doing Good Work, with Peter Blanchard of GoodWork.ca
How do we work for a better world? And how do we put our skills and energy where they actually matter?
This month's Green Drinks is hosted with our new sponsor, Peter Blanchard, founder of GoodWork.ca, Canada's green and social jobs board. Peter walked away from an unsatisfying job at an IT company, travelled the world on a shoestring, and came home to build a social enterprise that does good and pays the bills.
Peter will share his story briefly, then it's over to you. Around your table, you'll swap ideas and daydreams on how each of us can do more "good work," whether that's a new job, a volunteer role, starting something of your own, or shifting what you already do. Each table will share one highlight with the room.
Whether you're job hunting, restless in your current role, or just curious, come for the conversation and stay to connect. Plenty of open networking time before and after.
📅 Thursday, October 15, 5:30–7:00 PM 📍 Sala San Marco,215 Preston Street 🍕 Pizza is on us!
Free, but please RSVP so we can order enough pizza. (Donations welcome).
Green Drinks Ottawa is presented by CAFES (Community Action for Environmental Sustainability). Celebrate wins, inspire action, and foster collaboration.
Outreach for Engineers Without Borders at Carleton University- High School Student Design Competition
Outreach for Engineers Without Borders at Carleton University- High School Student Design Competition
When:
9:00 am to 1:30 pm
Where:
Carleton University
Description:
Opportunity for High School Students
Outreach for Engineers Without Borders at Carleton University will be hosting a high school design competition with a theme related to the preservation of ecological diversity. Students will have the ability to work in teams for their selected challenge in either building a solution or presenting one.
Signup form with further information about the event is linked below:
Date: October 17th Time: 9 AM - 1:30 PM Location: Carleton University
Join CAFES and the Mechanicsville Community Association on Saturday October 17th from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm to help plant 60 new trees at our tree planting site!
The site is in the western part of the field between the Kichi Zibi Parkway and Goldenrod Driveway at the north end of Tunney's Pasture. Parking can be found in Lot 63 by the Brooke Claxton building.
No experience needed. A tree planting demo will be done at the start of the event. Kids and families welcome.
Please dress for being outdoors the entire time - wear long pants, long socks, and boots or running shoes. Hats, sunglasses and water are recommended.
If you have your own planting equipment including shovels and garden gloves, please bring them along!
Second Cup, 1715 Merivale Rd, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Description:
Come hang out at our (almost) weekly casual Saturday morning coffee social event. Talk EVs, all things environmental, or anything else! Come check out some cool cars and enjoy a warm beverage. No EV required!
If you want to be part of the conversation and stay updated on ongoing discussions and meeting times, please join the mailing list or send an email using the links below:
Our ‘kick-off’ meeting is March 3rd at 12:15 PM. Weekly meetings will follow. Get the invite below.
This year, we are starting the Eastern Ottawa Urbanism Club, a dedicated time and place for east Ottawa residents who are interested in discussing how our community is built, how it moves, and how we can make our neighbourhoods more financially and socially resilient. Whether you’re a long-time advocate or just curious about why our streets look and feel the way they do, this is a low-pressure way to connect with others who care about the future of the east end.
Our primary way of keeping in touch is a weekly virtual roundtable meeting held during the Tuesday lunch hour (12:15 PM on Tuesday is tentative until we establish it works for people)—perfect for a quick mid-week check-in on any local projects and policy discussions. To keep things grounded in the real world and to get to know each other, we also aim to meet up in person for lunch or an evening drink and/or chat every 4 to 6 weeks.
I would also invite you to share ongoing projects or issues that might be relevant to the group in The New Orleans Forum.
Soyez de celles et ceux qui agissent pour le changement dans notre région!
Bonjour à toutes et à tous,
Il y a une semaine, nous lancions officiellement la billetterie du Sommet Climat Outaouais 2, qui se tiendra le 21 octobre 2026 à l'Université du Québec en Outaouais.
En ce moment et jusqu'au 21 août inclus, utilisez notre code promotionnel pour bénéficier de 10 % de rabais sur le prix de votre billet (tapez "SCO_PREVENTES" au paiement).
Vous souhaitez acheter plus de 3 billets pour votre organisation? Contactez-nous pour profiter d'un rabais additionnel.
Portés par le succès de la première édition, le Partenariat Climat Outaouais et l'ensemble de ses membres sont heureux de vous convier à ce deuxième rendez-vous. Plus que jamais, les défis climatiques nous rappellent l'importance de travailler ensemble afin de renforcer notre résilience collective et d'accélérer la transition de notre région.
Notre ambition demeure la même : faire du Sommet un espace où les idées se transforment en actions, où les collaborations prennent forme et où chaque personne peut contribuer, à sa façon, à bâtir un Outaouais plus résilient, plus solidaire et plus durable.
C'est ensemble, dans un esprit de collaboration, de bienveillance et d'engagement, que nous pouvons créer un impact concret pour notre communauté et pour les générations à venir.
J'espère sincèrement avoir le plaisir de vous retrouver le 21 octobre pour écrire, ensemble, la suite de cette mobilisation.
Thinking about a heat pump, solar panels, or a more energy-efficient home?
Join CAFES Network and RND Construction for a practical, no-jargon session on green home renovations.
We’ll explore the home upgrades that can make the biggest difference to comfort, energy bills, and your carbon footprint, including solar generation, heat pumps, drain water heat recovery, energy recovery ventilators (ERVs), mold-free basement construction, solar shading, and home energy monitors.
We’ll also discuss rebates and financing options and leave plenty of time for questions.
You’ll leave with a better understanding of which upgrades make sense for your home, what order to tackle them in, and what to ask a contractor before getting started.
Two sessions are available on Saturday, October 24, at 675 Industrial Avenue in Ottawa:
Session 1: 9:00–11:00 AM
Session 2: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
The event is free, but spots are limited, so RSVP to reserve your place.
Cafe Latte Cino, 2020 10th Line Rd, Orleans, Ontario, Canada
Description:
Come hang out at our (almost) weekly casual Saturday morning coffee social event. Talk EVs, all things environmental, or anything else! Come check out some cool cars and enjoy a warm beverage. No EV required!
Making Waves’ - Ottawa Riverkeeper’s 25th Anniversary Party and Annual Public Meeting!
Making Waves’ - Ottawa Riverkeeper’s 25th Anniversary Party and Annual Public Meeting!
When:
2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Where:
NCC River House, 501 Promenade Sir-George-Étienne-Cartier, Ottawa, ON K1M 0S1, Canada
Description:
Celebrate being part of the Ottawa Riverkeeper community at ‘Making Waves’ - Ottawa Riverkeeper’s 25th Anniversary Party and Annual Public Meeting!
Be part of Ottawa Riverkeeper history at the NCC River House on Saturday, October 24th from 2 pm to 4:30 pm to look back on 25 years of caring for the Ottawa River and celebrate the river together! Featuring an immersive exploration of Ottawa Riverkeeper’s history and a peek into its future, as well as inspiring stories and memories, this is a can’t miss event for all river lovers.
The event is free and open to everyone. Space is limited. Register today!
Event sponsors: Dentons, Mohawk Group and Bytown Catering.
If you want to be part of the conversation and stay updated on ongoing discussions and meeting times, please join the mailing list or send an email using the links below:
Our ‘kick-off’ meeting is March 3rd at 12:15 PM. Weekly meetings will follow. Get the invite below.
This year, we are starting the Eastern Ottawa Urbanism Club, a dedicated time and place for east Ottawa residents who are interested in discussing how our community is built, how it moves, and how we can make our neighbourhoods more financially and socially resilient. Whether you’re a long-time advocate or just curious about why our streets look and feel the way they do, this is a low-pressure way to connect with others who care about the future of the east end.
Our primary way of keeping in touch is a weekly virtual roundtable meeting held during the Tuesday lunch hour (12:15 PM on Tuesday is tentative until we establish it works for people)—perfect for a quick mid-week check-in on any local projects and policy discussions. To keep things grounded in the real world and to get to know each other, we also aim to meet up in person for lunch or an evening drink and/or chat every 4 to 6 weeks.
I would also invite you to share ongoing projects or issues that might be relevant to the group in The New Orleans Forum.
Suzuki Session 3: Community Resilience to Escalating Climate Threats
Suzuki Session 3: Community Resilience to Escalating Climate Threats
When:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Where:
Online
Description:
Tuesday, October 27 at 2 p.m. Pacific time (5 p.m. Eastern)
The third Suzuki Session will feature inspiring leaders who are working to help communities develop resilience in a time of worsening climate emergencies. David Suzuki and Tara Cullis will share learnings from their Stronger Together Tour, which took them through southern Ontario to meet with grassroots groups and local leaders working on community resilience and emergency preparedness.
You’ll hear from:
David Suzuki
Tara Cullis
Jessie Hemphill, Sa̱nala Planning
Dr. Mili Roy, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and Ontario Climate Emergency Campaign
Sheila Murray, Community Resilience to Extreme Weather
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