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© G. Baranski 2009
President’s Message Summer 2024
WELCOME! What a powerful word.
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, it means to greet hospitably with courtesy and cordiality and to accept with pleasure the occurrence or presence of. There is a phrase “welcome with open arms”. How do we succeed in doing that? How can we at the Ottawa Women’s Canadian Club make you feel welcomed?
According to Matilda Walsh in her book “Life Skills” to make someone feel at home we do so by making them feel connected to members, by including them in chit-chat, by making them feel that they belong, by breaking through their comfort zone, by asking them about themselves, by starting a conversation, by being a good listener, by showing interest, by treating them as yourself. Be patient and friendly. Smile. Be yourself but most of all LISTEN! Building friendships takes time.
Come join us at the OWCC for a welcoming time/event. What an agenda we have for the 2024-2025 season. See you there. WELCOME!
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OWCC second bursary donation
The OWCC's second bursary donation The Ottawa Women's Canadian Club contributes its second bursary donation of $15000.00 to Algonquin College on August...
Kind words from our members.
I could write a book on Canadian Club regarding the importance it has been in my life which in just two months‘ time will reach 100 years. [ … ]
I have felt my life benefitted from my lengthy association with Canadian Club and friendships that began back in the fifties are still continuing and greatly treasured.
Val Willis - Loyal Member for 70+ years (1920 - 2021)
Capturing Special Moments with the OWCC
Step back in time and relive a year of cherished moments with the Ottawa Women’s Canadian Club. Our photo collage encapsulates a year of inspiring events and shared experiences.
Upcoming Events
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ELSIE REFORD and her Amazing Garden: A Story of Patience, Persistence and Passion
Read moreDr. Della Stanley, retired professor of Canadian History and Canadian Studies who taught at
Queen’s University, Saint Mary’s University and Mount Saint Vincent University will captivate us
with the story of Elisie Reford – an amazing woman. A few years ago, Dr. Stanley spoke to us
about her unique connection with the history of the Canadian Flag, her father having supplied
the initial design. On September 18, she will share with us her interest in Elsie Reford who
along with Lady Drummond founded the Canadian Women’s Club in Montreal in 1907, and who
in middle age, adopted a new passion – gardening. -
Ottawa Women’s Canadian Club with Le Club du Midi – Fall Fashion Show
$ 70.00 Add to cart“Fabulous casual chic fashions for women with discerning taste”
MCs: Helen Aikenhead (owner) and Lillian Patry, Chair of Le Club du Midi. Models will walk among the tables while lunch is being served so that each of you may feel the fabrics and examine the pieces being modelled, up close. All guests will receive a list of what each model is wearing, the size, and price, including accessories. Should you wish to purchase “the item” being modeled while at the Ottawa Hunt & Golf Club, you will be able to do so. There will be a pop-up shop featuring other items available in the store. Bring a friend and join us for lunch and a fun time with stunning clothes from 3 Wild Women.
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