Barbados Ottawa Association Inc.

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 a

nd 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.

08/03/2026

Barbados holiday today wraps up the July Crop Over month with Kadooment Day Parade 🇧🇧🥳🎊❤️

🇧🇧✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨🇧🇧A milestone celebration deserves a spectacular evening.The Barbados Ottawa Association is thrilled...
07/28/2026

🇧🇧✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨🇧🇧

A milestone celebration deserves a spectacular evening.

The Barbados Ottawa Association is thrilled to invite you to our Diamond Gala, as we celebrate three incredible milestones:

💎 60 years of Barbados' Independence
👑 5 years as a Parliamentary Republic
🎉 60 years of the Barbados Ottawa Association

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.

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

🎟️ Tickets will be limited. More details, including ticket sales, entertainment, and special surprises, will be announced soon.

For now... mark your calendars and get ready for one of the most anticipated Barbados celebrations in Ottawa!

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

07/28/2026
Condolences to the family of the Amazing Dr. Oliver Jones of Bajan Heritage. Dr. Oliver Jones Parents immigrated from B...
07/28/2026

Condolences to the family of the Amazing Dr. Oliver Jones of Bajan Heritage. Dr. Oliver Jones Parents immigrated from Barbados to Montreal Canada.

I had the pleasure of meeting this wonderful man as he performed one of his many last concerts Jazz concerts in Ottawa. He has inspired many.
The Jazz world will truly miss you.❤️🙏🏽🇧🇧🇨🇦

Jacquie Dixon
President of the Barbados Ottawa Association.

07/23/2026

The State Service of Thanksgiving for The Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers, NH, AO, OCC, will be held at Kensington Oval on Wednesday, 29 July 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

Following the service, a private interment will take place at Coral Ridge Memorial Gardens.

A grateful nation prepares to bid a final farewell to our beloved Sir Garry, honouring an extraordinary life and a legacy that will endure across Barbados, the Caribbean and the wider cricketing world.

07/13/2026

What a day! Read more.👇Turn up your volume and relive the celebration.

Nearly 300 people joined us under perfect summer skies for Barbados Day: De Big Bajan Lime, and what an incredible afternoon it was. From the delicious Bajan cuisine and refreshing drinks to the music, dancing, dominoes, laughter, and wonderful conversations, the energy was truly unforgettable.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, our volunteers, DJs, vendors, sponsors, and partners who helped make the day such a success. Most importantly, thank you to our community for continuing to show up, celebrate our culture, and share the warmth and hospitality that Barbados is known for.

We're also grateful to everyone who donated school supplies and non-perishable food items. Your generosity will make a real difference in our community.

If you couldn't join us, here's a glimpse of what you missed. We hope to see you at our next event!

Thank you for making Barbados Day 2026 one to remember.
Barbados Day: De Big Bajan Lime

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K2C3S7

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