The Canadian Celtic Collective

03/16/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day week everyone! With lots of events taking place in and around our region we hope you get out to have fun and meet some new friends.

Be sure and mark your calendar for Sunday, April 12 for a big celebration on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Presented by the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band, National Tartan Day - in its 18th year - will feature singing, dancing, fiddles, the massed pipes and drums, and even the Ottawa corgis - something for everyone in this free show for people of all ages.
Meet us up on the front lawn of Parliament Hill - the show runs from 11:30 am to 1 pm and come in your tartans! Love to see you there!

02/24/2026

Good morning! Thought we should post this up, although not Celtic, certainly might be of interest to those people in our city who love history and working with the public.

Explore job openings, internships, and volunteer opportunities at the Bytown Museum. Join a welcoming, inclusive team dedicated to sharing Ottawa’s history.

01/08/2026

Have you ever wanted to learn to play the pipes or get new knowledge on how the darn things should work? Well, in addition to tuning them, how to buy them, how to care for them, and how to find a kilt to wear with them, there are lots of other posts that have helpful information on so much more.

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11/06/2025

This Saturday night - come out and support your local musicians and veterans!

09/14/2025

A great show coming up in Ottawa at Redbird on Bank Street with our friend Paddy Kelly and his band Stewarts Glen. Tickets on sale now!

06/04/2025

An ideal gift idea!

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05/26/2025

A lot of good information is on this site - from learning to event planning, tunes to purchases - you'll find so much to take away, and more.
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05/17/2025

Happy holiday weekend everyone!
Thought I’d take a minute to share that we have a few kilts left for sale at Irving Rivers in the Byward Market!
We have navy and grey, sizes 40 and 42 waist.
Only $179.99- and only a few of these stylish kilts left!
Cheers!

05/16/2025

Calling our Edinburgh piper friends - go get yourself in the movies!

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03/19/2025

We are very excited to be joining Tyler onstage on April 1 at the Meridian Centrepointe Theatre with the Red Hot Chili Pipers.

🌟 Meet Tyler Fry – A World Leader in Tenor and Bass Drumming! 🌟

From Kincardine, Ontario, to becoming the global authority in tenor drumming, Tyler Fry is redefining the art of drumming and paving the way for future generations! 🥁

Tyler's impressive accomplishments include:

World Champion bass section prizes with the 78th Fraser Highlanders Pipe Band Shotts & Dykehead Caledonia Pipe Band 🏆

Winner of every major professional solo tenor drumming event in North America by the age of 15 🎯

As a member of Shotts & Dykehead Caledonia Pipe Band, Tyler won multiple titles at prestigious competitions, including Scottish, British, European, and World band titles 🌍

Creator of TyFry Ltd., the world leader in tenor drum beaters, revolutionizing drumming gear with the TyFry Ultimate and Ultimate Practice 🥁🔧

Globally recognized as an educator and performer, leading masterclasses, seminars, and tours with the Red Hot Chili Pipers 🎤🔥

Tyler is a world-renowned instructor and performer, traveling across the globe to share his expertise with the next generation of drummers. If you're looking to master your craft or experience world-class performances, Tyler is the name to know!

🔗 Discover more about Tyler's work and upcoming performances: www.tyfry.com

02/24/2025

Looking for a cool kilt? Irving Rivers in the Byward Market in Ottawa have 3 different ones - denim, as pictured, black and grey. Be sure to drop in and see them if you're looking for one - they're onsale for $179.99 - sizes 40 and 42.

02/03/2025

The Invictus Games began many years ago, and the band of the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band and many guests have been part of their ceremonies for games in Dusseldorf, and this weekend in Vancouver. In 2027, they'll be held in Birmingham, England, so maybe there will be a 3rd opportunity to support the athletes.
We look forward to hearing about their journey, and see their terrific photos and videos!

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