Intercultural Dialogue Institute - Ottawa

07/01/2026

04/11/2026

✨ One Sky: A Planetarium & Stargazing Experience ✨

Have you ever wanted to step inside the night sky? 🌌

Join the Intercultural Dialogue Institute – Ottawa (IDI Ottawa) for the next episode of IDI Talks—a unique experience where science meets curiosity and community meets connection.

🔭 Step into a 6-meter immersive planetarium dome
🌠 Explore stars, constellations & celestial events
🌍 Connect with people from diverse backgrounds under the same sky
🧠 Learn from Earth & Space Science educator Millard

This isn’t just an astronomy event—it’s a shared human experience.
Because no matter where we come from… we all look up at the same sky.

📅 Sunday, May 3, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🎟️ $12 (includes Eventbrite fee)
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly (ages 7+)
☕ Light refreshments included

✨ From stars to stories, let’s discover, connect, and explore—together.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter to all who celebrate!

May this beautiful season of renewal bring peace, hope, and joy to you and your loved ones. Wishing you a day filled with warmth, meaningful moments, and the spirit of togetherness.

04/01/2026

Wishing a meaningful and joyful Passover to all who celebrate.

At Intercultural Dialogue Institute, we reflect on the values of freedom, resilience, and community—principles that inspire our mission to build bridges across cultures and faiths. May this season of renewal strengthen our shared commitment to dialogue, understanding, and a more inclusive society.

JFO: Jewish Federation of Ottawa, Jewish Family Services of Ottawa, Kehillat Beth Israel, Ottawa Torah Center

03/20/2026

Eid Mubarak! 🌙
This Eid, we celebrate the beauty of coming together—across cultures, faiths, and communities.

Bayramınız mübarek olsun!
Bu bayram, farklı kültür ve inançlardan insanların bir araya gelmesinin güzelliğini kutluyoruz.

Joyeuse fête de l’Aïd !
En cette fête, nous célébrons la beauté du rassemblement entre cultures, croyances et communautés.

Let’s continue building bridges and strengthening our sense of belonging.

Birlikte daha güçlü bağlar kurmaya devam edelim.

Continuons à bâtir des ponts et à renforcer notre sentiment d’appartenance.

03/20/2026

Eid Mubarak! 🌙
This Eid, we celebrate the beauty of coming together—across cultures, faiths, and communities.

Bayramınız mübarek olsun!
Bu bayram, farklı kültür ve inançlardan insanların bir araya gelmesinin güzelliğini kutluyoruz.

Joyeuse fête de l’Aïd !
En cette fête, nous célébrons la beauté du rassemblement entre cultures, croyances et communautés.

Let’s continue building bridges and strengthening our sense of belonging.

Birlikte daha güçlü bağlar kurmaya devam edelim.

Continuons à bâtir des ponts et à renforcer notre sentiment d’appartenance.

❤️

02/12/2026

We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of two children and their father in Kitigan Zibi. Our thoughts are with the family, the Kitigan Zibi community, and all those affected by this unimaginable pain.

This tragedy reminds us of the urgent need to address mental health challenges with compassion, early support, and accessible care. We remain committed to fostering dialogue, strengthening community connections, and promoting a culture of care where no one struggles alone.

If you or someone you know is in crisis in Canada, support is available at 9-8-8 (Talk Su***de Canada).

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays to our wonderful community! 🤍 May this season bring warmth, kindness, and moments that bring us closer together. Thank you for being part of our journey.