Membership

Stay connected to Scottish culture, community, and celebration all year round.

A membership with the Scottish Society of Ottawa welcomes you into a vibrant, community-driven organization celebrating Scotland’s traditions in the Ottawa region. Whether your connection is through heritage, curiosity, or a simple love of the culture, you’re warmly invited to be part of it.

You don’t need Scottish ancestry to join—just an interest in Scottish culture, history, and community.

What Your Membership Supports

Your membership helps make possible a full calendar of cultural and social events, including:

  • Hogmanay – Ring in the New Year with music, dancing, and a true taste of Scotland

  • The Gala Burns Supper – Poetry, song, and celebration in honour of Robert Burns

  • St Andrew’s Day and other whisky tastings

  • Kilt Skate, Kilt Up & Kurl winter fun

  • Gaelic lessons – Learn the beautiful language of our ancestors

  • Kilt Making 101 – Explore the craft behind traditional Highland dress

  • Piping, Highland dancing, games, and other Scottish cultural events throughout the year

Member Benefits

As a member, you’ll enjoy:

  • Early access and discounted pricing for all Scottish Society of Ottawa events, including those that sell out quickly

  • A welcoming connection to Ottawa’s Scottish members only community events—friendship, shared traditions, and plenty of good cheer

  • A voice and a vote in the future direction of the Society

Your membership directly supports the continuation of Scottish culture, education, and community gatherings in our region.

Join or Renew

Annual Membership
Adults: $30 (HST included)
Youth (20 & under): $20 (HST included)

How to Join or Renew

Please choose one of the following options:

🔹 Pay Online (PayPal, Credit or Debit Card)
👉 Please go directly to the OttScot Shop to complete your membership purchase:
https://ottscot.ca/ottscot-shop

Do not fill out the registration form below if you are paying online — your information will be collected during checkout.


🔹 Pay by E-transfer or Cheque

  1. Complete the membership registration form below

  2. Send your payment using one of the following methods:

E-transfer:
treasurer@ottscot.ca

Cheque:
The Scottish Society of Ottawa
PO Box 9012, Station “T”
1424 Sandford Fleming Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1G 1CO

Once payment has been received and confirmed by the Treasurer, your membership will be activated.


Note: Membership fees are non-refundable and directly support the events and initiatives of the Scottish Society of Ottawa.

Thank you for being part of our community.

Slàinte mhath! (Good health!)

Interested in Getting More Involved?

Some members enjoy helping out at events or behind the scenes, while others simply come along and enjoy—both are equally welcome.

If volunteering interests you, learn more here:

👉 https://ottscot.ca/volunteer