Barbados Ottawa Association Inc.

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Barbados Ottawa Association Inc. The Barbados (Ottawa) Association Inc. was formed on Nov 30, 1966 and is the oldest Barbadian Association in Canada. [email protected]

The Barbados (Ottawa) Association was formed on the night of November 30th, 1966, the same night that our nation Barbados attained its Independence from Britain. At a time when about 75 persons comprised Ottawa’s Barbadian community, the six Barbadians who started the group had a vision of hope and realized that they needed to mobilize to assist new Barbadians who were adapting to life in Canada and to share our Barbadian heritage with the wider community. The first Executive Committee was elected as follows:

David Barrow- President, Neville St. Hill- Vice President, Ena Maharaj- Secretary, Committee Members: Eric Mason, Winston Pitt, Rudolph Brathwaite, Victor Clement. Activities were initially social and recreational in nature. As the organization grew and evolved to meet the needs of its members, the focus became more educational and cultural with discussions and lectures on various topics. An annual Church Service, and the Independence Dinner and Dance became the highlights of the year. In recent years the organization has blended social and recreational activities along with educational and cultural interests. As the years go by and immigration patterns and demographics change, the Association strives to continue to work closely with similar organizations in order to help its members take their place in an ever changing Canadian society: and at the same time maintain a meaningful relationship with their homeland, Barbados. Over the years we have donated to charities both in Canada and in Barbados to such organizations as the Canadian Cancer Society, Canadian National Institute for the Blind, Camp Sunflower, the Public Library, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the Ministry of Social Transformation, Mavericks Soccer Club, Sickle Cell Parents Support Group and other groups.

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Barbados Ottawa Association-Diamond Gala event.Tickets still available for all to purchase ✨🇧🇧 Please email your ticket ...
10/01/2026

Barbados Ottawa Association-Diamond Gala event.Tickets still available for all to purchase

✨🇧🇧 Please email your ticket request and table guest along with etransfer for ticket at : [email protected]

✨🇧🇧 We are pleased to Present direct from BARBADOS ADRIAN CLARKE WINNER OF THE 2026 CALYPSO MONARCH PERFORMING LEGENDS who will keep us dancing with Socca, sp**ge and more.

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Hellenic Event Centre
1315 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, ON K2C 1N2

Please purchase your tickets ASAP to not miss out - deadline October 24, 2026

🎟️ Tickets $135 includes delicious seated dinner - savoury chicken dish ( vegetarian for those requesting please let us know when registering) entertainment, and special surprises.

Looking forward to seeing you at one of our most anticipated Barbados celebrations in Ottawa!

🇧🇧 We can't wait to celebrate with you.



Proceeds from this year’s gala will support:

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Barbados, to assist with critical healthcare needs.
Local children and youth groups in Ottawa, providing essential school supplies to families in need.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, celebration, entertainment, and Bajan pride as we honour our rich heritage and the remarkable journey of our community.

The Barbados (Ottawa) Association Inc. (BOA) founded on November 30, 1966, the historic night Barbados attained its independence has proudly served the Ottawa National Capital Region for nearly 60 years. The BOA is a non-profit organization, a cornerstone of cultural preservation and community fellowship. Throughout our history, we have remained committed to strengthening our community, supporting charitable causes, and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Barbados, and being the oldest Barbadian association in Canada. The BOA continuously contributes to the social fabric of Ottawa. Our deep history of community care spans a wide network of charitable support across both Canada and Barbados.

Our contributions over the years have supported organizations such as:
Healthcare & Support Foundations: CHEO, The Canadian Cancer Society, the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Sickle Cell Parents Support Group, and the Hope for Lupus Foundation.
Youth, Sport & Literacy: Camp Sunflower, the Mavericks Soccer Club, and the Barbados Public Library.
Local Community Relief: Raising funds for the United Way, delivering holiday food hamper baskets to those in need, and supporting local food shelters through the Parkdale United Church. We are also proud to host the vibrant Barbados Cheer Station during the Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend.

09/30/2026

Barbados Ottawa Association was in the presence of Greatness at the Barbados Diamond Charity Ball in Toronto September 26th, 2026 to hear Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley talk on my birth place Barbados with The Right of Citizenship by descent will be offered to not only my children, but my Grand children and Great Grand children can be Barbados citizens.❤️🇧🇧🎊

BAJAN TO THE BONE🥰

The Barbados Ottawa Association extended a warm hello to Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley in Toronto Canada. PM Mottley...
09/29/2026

The Barbados Ottawa Association extended a warm hello to Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley in Toronto Canada. PM Mottley was the featured speaker at the Barbados Diamond Charity Ball, celebrating Barbadian Excellence.

This year's Ball awarded 25 scholarships and continued the celebration of Barbados' 60th year of Independence and 5th year as a Republic.

Thank you to the co-hosts The Grant Morris Foundation, the Consulate General of Barbados in Toronto and Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc.
The Grant Morris Foundation
Sagicor Life Inc
Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc
Visit Barbados

Air Canada

09/29/2026
BOA at Taste of Barbados @ 60
09/29/2026

BOA at Taste of Barbados @ 60

Barbados Ottawa Association started out Barbados at 60th at A taste of Barbados event by Barbados Tourism Inc. & Barbado...
09/29/2026

Barbados Ottawa Association started out Barbados at 60th at A taste of Barbados event by Barbados Tourism Inc. & Barbados High Commission to Canada.

Looking to bring A taste of Barbados to the community in 2027 stay tuned.

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