J(O)CA Independence Celebration Schedule of Events!

Join the Jamaican High Commission Ottawa and the Jamaican (Ottawa) Community Association Inc. in celebrating Jamaica’s Independence!


Ottawa, ON – The Jamaican (Ottawa) Community Association Inc. is thrilled to invite you to a series of exciting events in celebration of Jamaica’s Independence. We have planned a lineup that brings the community together to honour this special occasion with pride and joy.

August 6 — Flag Raising Ceremony

  • Ottawa City Hall
  • 10 AM

Join us at Ottawa City Hall for the ceremonial raising of the Jamaican flag. This symbolic event will kick off our celebrations, highlighting our unity and heritage.

August 10 — JAMDAY

  • The Rideau Community Hub (Rideau High School), 815 St. Laurent Blvd.
  • 1:00 PM – 8 PM

Mark your calendars for JAMDAY, a vibrant and festive day filled with cultural activities, music, and food. Reggae in the Fields, Canada’s longest running reggae program, will be LIVE TO AIR on CKCU FM 93.1 celebrating 48 years of promoting Jamaican and Caribbean culture.

Additionally, we will be hosting a donation drive at JAMDAY to support relief efforts in Jamaica, which has been affected by Hurricane Beryl. In addition to the drop-off bins for essential supplies, you can donate to the hurricane relief by e-transfer to Jamaicaottawaassn@yahoo.ca We encourage everyone to contribute. Every contribution counts, and your generosity will make a significant impact.

August 11 — Service of Thanksgiving

  • Ottawa Seventh-Day Adventist Church 2200 Benjamin Ave, Ottawa,ON K2A 105
  • 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Join us for a heartfelt Service of Thanksgiving at the Ottawa Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Parkdale United Church. This service will be a moment of reflection and gratitude, bringing the community together in spiritual unity.

We invite everyone to come out, bring your family and friends, and celebrate with us. Let’s make this Jamaica Independence celebration a memorable one!


For more information, please contact:
Claudine Mitchell, President
Jamaican (Ottawa) Community Association Inc.
613 523 9085 or 613 882 5622

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