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SUMMARY:New Year Havan
DESCRIPTION:Hari Om all\, \nWe kindly invite you to join us for a New Year Havan at the Chinmaya Mission. The details are below: \nDate: January 1\, 2026\nTime: Please arrive by 10:30 AM to permit appropriate set up\, for a start time at 11 AM.\nWhat to bring: The majority of the Pooja items will be provided\, aside from Havan Kund\, fruit and dhan.\nRSVP: Please contact for questions and/or confirm your attendance with Sharmila (343-988-4400) before December 28. \nWe look forward to ringing in the new year with positivity and peace. 🙏🏽
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/new-year-havan/
LOCATION:Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1J 7P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250928
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SUMMARY:Application of Ethics in a Competitive World – Shri Krishna’s Way - Swami Ramakrishnananda
DESCRIPTION:Click here to reserve your spot!https://chinmayaottawa-21481869.hubspotpagebuilder.com/swami-ramakrishnananda-2025\nApplication of Ethics in a Competitive World – Shri Krishna’s Way\nJoin us for a series of free talks in English\, open to all\, by Swami Ramakrishnananda on the timeless wisdom of Shri Krishna’s Way to gain eternal happiness. Learn how to apply ethics in today’s competitive world while maintaining inner peace and joy. \n🗓 Dates: September 28 – October 2\, 2025🕒 Time: 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM📍 Venue: Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa \nAbout the Speaker:Swami Ramakrishnananda\, from Chinmaya Mission Nagapattinam\, India\, is a master teacher known for his engaging and humorous style that appeals to both young and old. He has a deep passion for Sanskrit and is the author of the renowned Sulabha Samskrtam (Easy Sanskrit) course offered by CIF. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to explore profound spiritual insights and practical life lessons! \n \nReserve your spot
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/application-of-ethics-in-a-competitive-world-shri-krishnas-way-swami-ramakrishnananda/
LOCATION:Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1J 7P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bina Sutarwala":MAILTO:hariombina@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
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SUMMARY:Ganesh Visarjan
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we lovingly bid farewell to Lord Ganesha at Chinmaya Mission Ottawa’s Ganesh Visarjan on Saturday\, September 6th. Let’s come together in devotion\, joy\, and community spirit to celebrate this auspicious occasion. \n🗓 Date: Saturday\, September 6th🕒 Time: 4 pm📍 Location: Chinmaya Mission Ottawa \nThe program will include prayers\, bhajans\, and the symbolic immersion ceremony\, followed by prasad. Together\, we’ll express our gratitude to Lord Ganesha and seek His blessings for wisdom\, prosperity\, and the removal of all obstacles. \nBring your family and friends — let’s make it a day filled with love\, music\, and divine joy! \nIf you are interested in sponsoring our Visarjan pooja\, please contact Pushpa Patnaik at hariompushpa@gmail.com. \n“Ganapati Bappa Morya!” 🙏
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/ganesh-visarjan/
LOCATION:Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1J 7P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pushpa Patnaik":MAILTO:hariompushpa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTSTAMP:20260420T162744
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SUMMARY:Shivananda Lahari – Summer Retreat 2025
DESCRIPTION:Shivananda Lahari – Summer Retreat 2025 with Swami Ishwarananda\n📍 Location: Camp Scout Awacamenj Mino\, 143 Chem. McNicoll\, Wakefield\, QC J0X 3G0🗓️ Dates: Thursday\, August 21st (4:00 PM) – Saturday\, August 23rd (12:00 PM) \nJoin Chinmaya Mission Ottawa for an inspiring and rejuvenating summer retreat nestled in the heart of nature! Let Swami Ishwarananda guide you through powerful Vedanta teachings while you reconnect with your inner self and the great outdoors. This immersive weekend includes:🌿 Insightful Vedanta sessions🛶 Canoeing\, kayaking\, swimming & hiking🤝 Team-building activities🍽️ Delicious\, nourishing meals provided\n👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 $150 per adult; $125 per student/child \n\n🎟️ Registration CLOSED!
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/summer-retreat-2025/
LOCATION:Camp Scout Awacamenj Mino\, 143 Chem. McNicoll\, Wakefield\, Quebec\, J0X 3G0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Subash Sad":MAILTO:subash.sad@uottawa.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250821
DTSTAMP:20260420T162744
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SUMMARY:Valmiki Ramayan with Swami Ishwarananda
DESCRIPTION:Reserve your spot \n \nThe Valmiki Ramayan is one of the two great Sanskrit epics of ancient India\, attributed to the sage Valmiki. It narrates the life and journey of Lord Rama\, the seventh avatar of Vishnu. The epic is divided into seven sections\, known as Kandas\, each focusing on different phases of Rama’s life. Among these\, the Sundar Kanda—literally meaning “The Beautiful Section”—is the fifth and is considered one of the most spiritually significant and beloved parts of the Ramayan. \nThe Sundar Kanda centers around the heroic exploits of Lord Hanuman and is renowned for its powerful messages of devotion\, courage\, and hope. It begins with Hanuman’s daring leap across the ocean to the island of Lanka in search of Sita\, who has been abducted by the demon king Ravana. Upon finding her in the Ashoka Vatika\, Hanuman delivers Lord Rama’s message\, reassures her of her rescue\, and causes great destruction in Lanka before returning triumphantly to convey the good news to Rama. \nThis section is especially admired for its depiction of Hanuman’s strength\, humility\, intelligence\, and unwavering devotion to Lord Rama. It is said that Sage Valmiki chose the name “Sundar Kanda” because of the sheer beauty in Hanuman’s character and the inspiring nature of his journey. In fact\, this is the only section of the Ramayan named with a positive adjective—Sundar\, or beautiful—which reflects both the poetic style and the uplifting tone of the narrative. \nJoin Chinmaya Mission Ottawa as we host Swami Ishwarananda on why the Sundar Kanda holds a special place in the hearts of devotees\, and continues to inspire and elevate those who engage with it. \nAbout Swami Ishwarananda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwami Ishwarananda is a senior Acharya of Chinmaya Mission and currently leads Chinmaya Mission Los Angeles. Originally a software engineer\, he was inspired by Swami Chinmayananda and entered monastic training at Sandeepany Sadhanalaya in Mumbai in 1991 under the guidance of Swami Brahmananda. After completing his brahmacharya course in 1993\, he served in various centers across India before being posted in Los Angeles. He was ordained into sanyasa in 2000 by Swami Tejomayananda and given the name Swami Ishwarananda Saraswati. \nKnown for his dynamic and accessible teaching style\, Swami Ishwarananda presents traditional Advaita Vedanta in a relatable way\, blending deep scriptural insight with humor and clarity. His talks often explore topics like self-inquiry\, meditation\, stress management\, and spiritual living in the modern world. He is a sought-after speaker at spiritual retreats\, interfaith events\, and even corporate seminars. As an author\, his works—including Conscious Living\, Silent Search\, and Life of I—offer practical insights into inner transformation. With a rare blend of clarity\, compassion\, and relevance\, he continues to inspire spiritual aspirants globally to live consciously and meaningfully\, \nJoin us as Swamiji envelops us in the inspiring exploits and indomitable spirit of our beloved Hanumanji\, whose timeless stories continue to uplift and elevate all who hear them. \nReserve your spot
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/valmiki-ramayan-with-swami-ishwarananda/
LOCATION:Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1J 7P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Chinmaya Mission Ottawa":MAILTO:cmottawa.mail@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250226
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SUMMARY:Mahashivratri Celebrations - 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Mahashivratri at Chinmaya Mission Ottawa! \nChinmaya Mission Ottawa warmly invites you to celebrate Mahashivratri\, an auspicious night of devotion and spiritual upliftment. Join us for an evening of bhajans\, Rudrabhishekam\, chanting\, and reflections on Lord Shiva’s glory. \n📅 Date: Tuesday\, February 25th\n📍 Location: Chinmaya Mission Ottawa\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\n🕕 Time: 10 pm – 12 am \nLet’s come together in prayer and devotion to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings. All are welcome! \n🔱 Om Namah Shivaya! 🔱
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/mahashivratri-celebrations-2025/
LOCATION:Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1J 7P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chinmaya Mission Ottawa":MAILTO:cmottawa.mail@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250131
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SUMMARY:Kathak Dance and Table Classes
DESCRIPTION:We have an exciting opportunity to try out a free 2 month program of musical instruction with none other than Kasturi Mishra (Kathak dance) and Ravi Singh (tabla) from Gharana Arts.  The purpose of this pilot is to assess interest\, skill level and the feasibility of a more structured program of arts to help celebrate the 75th anniversary of Chinmaya Mission Worldwide. \nRegistration is now closed \nGhana Arts – Kathak Dance and Tabla Classes \n 
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/kathak-dance-and-table-classes/
LOCATION:Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1J 7P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chinmaya Mission Ottawa":MAILTO:cmottawa.mail@gmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241111
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SUMMARY:Samatwam - Theatrical Production
DESCRIPTION:Chinmaya Mission Ottawa is thrilled to announce its latest theatrical production\, Samatwam! This thought-provoking play will be presented in November during Swami Prakashananda’s yagna to Ottawa and will combine the timeless wisdom of Indian philosophy with a modern context.  \nDate: November 10th\, 11:30 am\nLocation: St. Paul’s High School\, 2675 Draper Ave\, Ottawa\, K2H7A1 \nTickets:\nAdults (18 yrs+) – $20\nYouth (6-17 yrs) – $10\nChildren (<6 yrs) – free \nContact your Bala Vihar teacher or email us for tickets. \n  \n  \nWe are incredibly proud to collaborate with Gharana Arts in this special production\, showcasing the beauty and power of Kathak\, which blends ancient storytelling with emotive expression and intricate footwork. \nGharana Arts\, established in 2005 by Ravi S. K. Singh and Kasturi Mishra\, is a vital institution preserving and promoting Indian classical arts in Canada. Their partnership with renowned institutions like Prayag Sangeet Samiti (Allahabad) enables students to gain internationally recognized certifications\, connecting Canadian practitioners with the global classical arts community. \nThis collaboration not only highlights Gharana Arts’ dedication to artistic excellence but also celebrates their unique approach of presenting traditional arts. The dancers of Gharana Arts bring a profound depth and authenticity to every performance\, enhancing the storytelling with their professional training and dedication. Their expertise in Kathak allows them to convey complex emotions and narratives with clarity and precision\, adding layers of meaning that resonate deeply with audiences. \nThrough their skillful execution of intricate footwork\, expressive gestures\, and rhythmic mastery\, they create a captivating and immersive experience that highlights the best aspects of the presentation. \n 
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/samatwam-theatrical-production/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bina Sutarwala":MAILTO:hariombina@gmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110
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SUMMARY:Aksharabhyaas
DESCRIPTION:Aksharaabhyaas Sanskaram Puja\nSaturday November 9  at 11:30 am\nChinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\nRSVP by November 1st (shalini.sahni@gmail.com) \nAksharabhyaas\, also known as Vidyarambham\, is one of 16 samskaras (purification rituals) to be performed in the life of a Hindu.  During this ceremony\, we invoke Maa Saraswati’s blessings to initiate our children on to the path of formal learning. \nChinmaya Mission Ottawa is pleased to offer an opportunity for your child to participate in this sacred event on Saturday November 9 at 11:30 am.  Puja will be performed under the guidance of Dhavalbhai Purohit from the Hindu Temple of Ottawa Carleton\, and each child will receive special blessings from Swami Prakashananda.  This event is open to any family with children between the ages of 2 and 5 years. \nSuggested daanam for this event is $101. E-transfers can be made to cmottawa.mail@gmail.com with the word Aksharaabhyaas and your child’s name in the comment. \nDetails on what you need to bring will be provided to those who sign up.  Please contact Shalini Sahni (shalini.sahni@gmail.com) by November 1st latest to register. \nLet us seek the blessings of our own Divine Maa Bharati to help our children be all they can be!!
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/aksharabhyaas/
LOCATION:Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1J 7P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shalini Sahni":MAILTO:shalini.sahni@gmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241111
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SUMMARY:Vision of the Bhagavad Gita
DESCRIPTION:All of us have an inborn desire for peace and happiness. But there are times in life that we experience so much inner conflict that peaceful existence just does not seem possible. It is at such times that many of us turn towards the sacred scriptures of the world for guidance. Among the ancient scriptures of India\, the Bhagavad Gita holds a special place. Rich with spiritual insights and wisdom its message is universal. For centuries it has been a vast source of inspiration to all those seeking spiritual guidance. \nSwami Prakashananda will take selected verses  from the Bhagavad Gita and show us how it enables us to maintain mental balance while dynamically acting in the world. His teachings are profound\, yet simple\, but above all relevant in today’s world. He guides us on how to base our choices on the vision of Oneness and Truth\, so that we can revitalize and enliven every aspect of our lives. \nPlease join us for free talks from November 8-10th from 7:15pm-8:45pm at Chinmaya Bharati 1088 Ogilvie Rd.  \nRegister today
URL:https://chinmayaottawa.com/event/vision-of-the-bhagavad-gita/
LOCATION:Chinmaya Bharati\, 1088 Ogilvie Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1J 7P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bina Sutarwala":MAILTO:hariombina@gmail.com
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