This is a time of transition at the SSO, with generous outgoing members who helped lead the organization in Chair and Secretary roles. Consider applying and joining us in one of these important volunteer positions!
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There’s exciting news from the Scottish Society of Ottawa (SSO) this year. . We will continue to pursue our mission of promoting Scottish culture in Canada, but our focus will widen.
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Archaeologists unearthed a trove of 36 coins at a site linked to Alasdair “Maclain” MacDonald, the clan chief who died in the 1692 attack
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British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa 2023 Virtual Annual Conference.
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Barrack Hill Cemetery was located at the heart of the old city, being the final resting place of many early Bytown pioneers and their families…
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9th installment – Conversations – Part 2 of 2 by Nancy Dupuis, Volunteer Writer to the Communications Team, Scottish Society of Ottawa, September 2023
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After 11 roller coaster years in various capacities with the Scottish Society of Ottawa (SSO) - Heather Theoret is now claiming “Past Chair” as her most recent role as of June 3rd.
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The OHDA continues to promote the knowledge and love of Highland dancing through supporting dancers in the greater Ottawa region, in Ontario…
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We are still looking for a Director of Membership. These leaders will help steer the SSO to success in the coming years.
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On 28 April 2023, a group of 42 pipers, drummers, dancers and support people met up in the Netherlands to begin an incredible adventure.
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The always anticipated Highland Games season returned to Eastern Ontario starting in May.
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The Scottish Banner shares stories, product ideas, and upcoming events. Some of the highlights in the May issue include a fun article about a major fashion show featuring Scotland’s top clothing designers,..
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May is Mìos nan Gàidheal | Gaelic Nova Scotia Month in Nova Scotia which is a time to celebrate and create awareness of the history, culture, language, contributions, and achievements of Gaels across the province.
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If the skirl of the pipes and the rat a tat tat of the snare drum twirl your kilt, then get thee hence to NYC in April 2024, where New Yorkers really know how to roll out the ‘plaid carpet’.
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With the coronation of King Charles III, the Stone of Destiny, or Stone of Scone has been back in the news. Read on, for an interesting taste of the past and present.
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The Scottish Society of Ottawa and The Ottawa Festival Network are pleased to be joining forces! This partnership helps support a bright future for the SSO through volunteer networking, financial stability, and more public exposure.
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But this year the laurels as the Kilt Skate Capital of Canada return to a city that has been part of the kilt skate family since the beginning.
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Tartan Day Parliament Hill April 23rd
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One World Together
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Loyalists Encampment Johnstown
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