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Christmas/New Year event – Saturday Jan 13th 2024

“Christmas is a bridge. We need bridges as the river of time flows past. Today’s Christmas should mean creating happy hours for tomorrow and reliving those of yesterday."

The MAO executive committee would like to invite you to the Christmas/New Year event to be held on Saturday, Jan 13th, 2024 at Ron Kolbus Lakeside Center ,102 Greenview Ave ,Ottawa .K2B 8J8
Registration Desk Open - 12:30
Photo Booth ,Time with Sant ,Kids booth

Doors Open - 1:30

Come celebrate the spirit of Christmas and the festive season with a fun-filled event including a Christmas Choir ,Nativity, variety of thrilling games, lucky draw prizes and much more! Lots of surprises in every table ,a delicious dinner and closing with an entertaining DJ music .

Book your tickets with link below

https://malayalisnearme.ca/post/event/listing-namemalayali-association-of-ottawa-mao-christmas-new-year-2024-3zrtt02RpN

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"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee

Monday, 26 June 2023 21:47

2023 M.A.O SUMMER PICNIC

The MAO committee invites you all to the annual picnic to be held between 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday, July 15th at Claudette Cain Park, 660 River Rd, Gloucester, ON K1V 1G1.

Please use the link below to register for the event to help us plan event logistics. Please indicate in the comments how many members of your family will attend.

REGISTER FOR PICNIC

PROGRAM OF THE DAY

Games with Prizes - 10.30 am to 12 pm,2-4 pm
Potluck lunch - 12.00 pm -1.00 pm - (Please bring your favorite dish to share with friends)
Tug of war competition for Men, Women, and Kids
Please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for any queries.

Thattukada will be available for Cad 10
- Dosa/chutney/ vada/ omelet & masala Tea

ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP

For renewing or New membership, please click the link below.
Membership dues can be eTransferred to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

YOUR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP

Single Membership: $10
Family Membership: $20.00
Students who are willing to volunteer for M.A.O events will get certificaies .Please provide your contact details for Newsletter.

Senior Event - August

MAO is planning for a Seniors Event on August 19th depending on the registration. Please complete your registration before August 1st so we can plan this accordingly . Register at the link here . This is a senior-preferred event and kids are not permitted.

"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee
Malayali Association of Ottawa

Published in Newsletters 2020

Tuesday, 23 August 2022 08:27

Dear Friends,

Onam/Eid 2022 event – Saturday Sept 24

The executive committee would like to announce the Onam/Eid event to be held on Saturday, September 24th at St Paul High School Auditorium, 2675 Draper Ave, Ottawa, ON .K2H 7A1. Cultural performances by our community members will start at 10 AM and we will serve a traditional Onam Sadhya around 1 pm.

Ticket rates are as listed below. We would like to remind you to register your attendance at the link here. As you know we need volunteers, especially on stage and Sadhya to make this event a success. While you register, please also indicate if you are willing to volunteer at the event. Tickets are guaranteed if we receive the payments with the registration as the below-mentioned cut-off dates. Payments can be made through Interac transfers This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Mention your name in the transfers

https://www.ottawamalayali.ca/event-registrations/2022-onam-eid-event-ticket

TICKET RATES	MEMBERS		NON MEMBERS
TICKET RATES	ON or BEFORE Sep 17	AFTER Sep17	NON MEMBERS
ADULT	$15.00	$20.00	$25.00
CHILDREN (5-12yrs)	$10.00	$15.00	$17.00
CHILDREN (Under 5)	FREE (Please register as we need the count)
INTERNATIONAL SELF-SUSTAINING STUDENTS	$10.00	$15.00	$20.00

Register your stage performances

To plan for the event flow, we intend to close the registration of stage performances soon. Please register before Saturday, September 10 at the below link

https://www.ottawamalayali.ca/event-registrations/stage-program-registration

Just as a reminder, in the interest of serving Onam lunch in a timely manner, we would like to restrict the number of programs to 2.5 hours.

Athapookkalam - we have plans to arrange a contest with prizes for the Pookkalam . Interested members, please email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to place your interest to participate. The decision will be made according to the number of interests received.

Membership Info

Renew or complete your membership to be eligible for discounted rates for all MAO events. Please note that the annual membership of MAO purchased during a year is valid till the Annual General Meeting which happens usually in the spring of the following year. The membership dues are:

Family Membership: $10.00
Single Membership: $5.00

Membership may be paid by cash or cheque (payable to Malayali Association of Ottawa) at the event or by making payments to MAO by email transfer to the id This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (please include your full name in the e-transfer memo).

Surprises Galore

There are some surprise gifts to be won at the event. So grab your tickets and confirm your attendance as earliest.

"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee

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Published in Newsletters 2020

Tuesday, 19 July 2022 21:43

Dear Friends

Thanks to All

The MAO executive committee expresses true gratitude for all the support given to the summer picnic event by the members. Without your presence, it might not have been a success. We congratulate all the prize winners and the participants of various games. We also thank our mega sponsor for the event, Biju George, for all the support he and his team has provided.

Onam Ponnonam 2022

Our Onam this year will be tentatively dated for Sep 24. We encourage everyone to start planning their individual or group performances to make them colorful. More details about the program will be announced soon

ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP

For renewing or New membership, please click the link below.
Membership dues can be eTransferred to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

YOUR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP

Single Membership: $5.00
Family Membership: $10.00
WhatsApp link of Membership will be sent to those who provide their phone numbers
Students who are willing to volunteer for M.A.O events will get free memberships this year. Please provide your contact details for Newsletter.

Please like our fb page Malayali Assosciation of Ottawa for regular updates .

We are also looking to involve interested members in sub-committees for events. If you are interested send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee
Malayali Association of Ottawa


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Published in Newsletters 2020

Sunday, 12 June 2022 17:09

The MAO committee invites you all for the annual picnic to be held between 12 pm and 8 pm on Saturday, July 16th at Claudette Cain Park, 660 River Rd, Gloucester, ON K1V 1G1.

Please use the link below to register for the event to help us plan event logistics. Please indicate how many members of your family will attend.

REGISTER FOR PICNIC

Program for the Picnic

Potluck lunch - 12.00 pm -2.00 pm - (Please bring your favorite dish to share with friends)
Games for all Ages - 02.00 pm - 5.00PM
Distribution of prizes - 5.00 Pm -5.30 PM
Music Night - 5.30 Pm -7.00 Pm (Rousing Rhythm entertainments group)
Tug of war teams can be registered early at the following email address This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (Maximum 6 players in each Team /Register before July 13)

Tug of war (MEN) - 1st prize $200 Cash
Musical chair winner (Women) -1st prize -$100

There will be lots of additional fun and entertainment games for all ages and winners will get prizes.

Light refreshments will be available with first come first serve option
- 3 Dosa /sambar/ chutney/ vada/ omlette & masala Tea -$12 (Cash or Interac payment )
- 2 Appam / stew /vada/ omlette & masala tea - $12 (Cash or Interac payment )
MAO is offering a WhatsApp group for the members. Invite link will be send to all registered members of this year . Those who are interested can accept the invitation.

We are looking for volunteers to conduct the events of the day. Those who are interested, please contact.

Nanda Kumar - (613) 413-6689
Pratap Nanoo - (613) 890-3449
Robin Mani - (647) 781-8758

Published in Newsletters 2020

Wednesday, 02 February 2022 19:32

Ottawa Tuskers Sports Club Inc. is a non-profit organization, registered under Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act. The club was started in Ottawa as an initiative by a small group of Malayalees, to encourage people to get involved in team sports and physical fitness activities. Over the past three years the club has grown slowly by recruiting new members and overcoming many challenges. Prior to the 2022 games season, the club has completed provincial not-for-profit incorporation in Nov 2021, and granted membership to over 50 applicants, who have shown interest in furthering the club's purposes.

Upon formal application and showcasing the Club's preparedness, Ottawa Tuskers got registered as an associate member in Ottawa Valley Cricket Council (OVCC), and granted a position to participate in Citizen Division Cricket League - 2022 in Ottawa. For the upcoming season, the club has managed get sponsorship from 3 different Malayalee establishments in Ottawa. The Club has formed an official cricket team for the 2022 season and started the practice sessions. Apart from the league cricket, Ottwa Tuskers decided to organize tennis ball cricket matches and tournaments during 2022 summer season, for the members and the general public. Also the Club is planning to conduct coaching sessions for cricket and other team games to the interested children in Ottawa.

Club's mission is to promote, advance, and administer cricket and other selected sports among the people in Ottawa, spread sports safety and physical activity awareness, and bring the city's culturally diverse communities together to celebrate every sport. Ottawa Tuskers welcome everyone in the Malayalee community to join the club, and participate in its future events. Also, the club would like to express its gratitude to all the sponsors, supporters and well wishers.

Mr. Biju George,Royal Lepage Team Realty, Mr.Nelson Abraham, Anil Oorkolil, Mr.Harikrishnan, The team Kochi Kitchen and the team Zafin.

If anyone interested in joining the club please email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Friday, 10 September 2021 23:47

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CALL FOR MAO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2021-22

The current Executive Committee (EC) would like to hand over the mantle of the Malayali Association of Ottawa to a new committee. The malayali community in Ottawa has grown by significant numbers in the recent past and the new EC can continue with our regular annual events and also lead any new initiative. Even though the uncertainly of COVID related restrictions linger, the successful organization of the virtual talent show earlier this year and the active community participation in it is testament to the possibilities in event organization in the current situation.

To start the process of transfer of power, we are writing to you requesting expression of interest in forming the EC for the 2021-22 year. As per the resolution in the last AGM held in spring/summer 2020, under the special circumstances that we are in right now, a new EC can take charge without the community having to organize another AGM. If there are multiple teams stepping up to form the committee and an election is necessary, we will organize a meeting to conduct the election.

The positions that need to be filled to form the EC are:

Positions

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

Member at Large 1

Member at Large 2

Member at Large 3

As a first step, if you are interested in working as part of the next EC in any capacity, please write to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. expressing your intent. Please note that if we have a person with interest in becoming the President, she/he will have the privilege of forming a team of their choice to fill the other positions on the committee.

"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee

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Friday, 13 March 2020 06:32

Dear Friends,

POSTPONED – Talent Show

In light of recent developments in Ottawa with respect to the COVID-19 virus outbreak, the executive committee would like to let you know that we are postponing Talent Show 2020. The overwhelming expert opinion is to “act now rather than later” in flattening out the spread of the disease. We need to do our part as a community and a gathering of 350 people that includes children and elderly people is not advisable at this time.

Recognizing that several members have been practising hard over the last many weeks to entertain the community at the show, we are not canceling the event for now. Currently, we plan to run the event in May. However, we will be monitoring the situation and decide later on the exact date.

As such, we are postponing the AGM to after the talent show in May. If possible, a new committee will be formed by April 30 and they will informally start planning activities for the year 2020-2021, while the present executive committee will plan and run Talent Show 2020. Formal handoff to the new committee will happen at the AGM.

We thank you for your co-operation and understanding as we all go through these unprecedented times.

COVID-19 Support group

More and more people are isolating themselves in Ottawa to do their part in stemming the spread of the virus. A group of volunteers has approached the executive committee with a willingness to support any community member who has to go through that unfortunate situation. If you are in a self-isolating situation and need help in terms of talking to someone or need food to be delivered to you, please get in touch with us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Sudheesh Panicker at 613-601-5995 or Maya Sajan at 613-859-5173.

Annual General Body Meeting

The AGM is planned to be held in May or early June 2020. It is the time to think of the executive committee (EC) for year 2020-21. We will form a nomination committee to find us the EC, but if you are interested in representing the community as president and have a team (full or partial) in mind, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before April 30, 2020.

"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee

Saturday, 07 March 2020 12:07

Dear Friends,

Talent Show – April 4, 2020

Your executive committee would like to invite you to the last event of the year - Talent Show 2020, planned to be held on Saturday, April 4th at St. Paul High School, 2675 Draper Ave, Ottawa, ON K2H 7A1. Like in previous years, we will have a variety of stage programs by community members for your entertainment. This year, we will also serve a light dinner after the stage performances for your enjoyment.

Note: We are monitoring the evolving situation related to the Corona Virus infection. We will follow guidance from Ottawa Public Health and Health Canada to decide whether the event should be postponed.

Schedule:
Doors open at 2:00 PM
2:30 - 5:30 PM Stage programs
6:00 - 7:00 PM Dinner
Ticket rates are as listed below. To plan logistics, ensure availability of food and avoid wastage, please register your attendance for the event at the link bellow. Early bird registration cut-off date is March 23, however a gentle reminder that tickets sell fast.

CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR THE TALENT SHOW

Rates	Members		Non-members
	On or Before March 23	After March 23
Adult (13+)	$12.00	$15.00	$18.00
Child (5-12)	$10.00	$13.00	$15.00
International Student	$12.00	$15.00	$18.00
Child less than 5 Free, but please register

Stage programs:
Please register your stage performance on the web site before March 21. Please note that the committee reserves the right to review program registrations in the interest of serving dinner in a timely manner and to ensure maximum participation from the community.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER A STAGE PERFORMANCE

Other News:

Cards Tournament
The cards tournament for community members was held on February 23^rd and March 1^st at Craig Henry Community Centre. We had exciting rounds of games in both 56 and Rummy categories. The winners will be announced and honoured during the Talent show event. The executive committee would once again like to say thank you to our Senior members who regularly play cards at the above centre, for making the venue available to us.

Annual General body Meeting
The AGM is planned to be held on April 25 at 4:30 PM at Qualicum Community Centre (48 Nanaimo Dr, Nepean, ON K2H 6Y3). It is the time to think of the executive committee (EC) for year 2020-21. We will form a nomination committee to find us the EC soon, but if you are interested in representing the community as president and have a team (full or partial) in mind, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee

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Saturday, 07 March 2020 10:54

Dear Friends,

Reminder on Upcoming MAO events

We like to take this opportunity to report that the third L’Arche event (postponed from November) was held on Saturday February 8, 2020. We had a volunteer group that cooked and served lunch at L'Arche Ottawa, 11 Rossland Av, Nepean, ON K2G 2K2 (off Merivale Road). We also had some cultural performances and a group singing. All around a very memorable and fulfilling event for L’Arche members, volunteers and also all MAO volunteers involved.

Talent Show
The talent show is planned to be held on Saturday April 4, 2020 at 2:30 PM at St.Pauls High School (2675 Draper Ave, Ottawa, ON K2H 7A1). More info with links to ticket registration and stage program registrations will follow soon.

Cards Tournament
The cards tournament for community members will be held on Sundays February 23^rd and March 1^st (and March 8^thif necessary) at Craig Henry Community Centre (135 Craig Henry Dr). If you are interested in participating, please send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. To pay for refreshments and prizes, there will be a $5 fee per person per game type. Please indicate if you are interested in 56, Rummy or both when you send the email. The executive committee would like to say thank you to our Senior members who regularly play cards at the above centre, for making the venue available to us.

Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is a recreational winter activity appropriate for healthy people of all age groups. We would like to offer an opportunity to community members to get an initiation to this social activity. Some general details below.

Showshoe Wikipedia or Beginner's Guide to Snowshoeing

Snowshoes can be rented for $15 a day per person. We will walk for one hour as a group on one of the many trails in the city, (likely to be held in March 2020 as the weather gets better). If you are interested in participating, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Annual General body Meeting
The AGM is planned to be held on April 25 at 4:30 PM at Qualicum Community Centre (48 Nanaimo Dr, Nepean, ON K2H 6Y3). It is the time to think of the executive committee (EC) for year 2020-21. We will form a nomination committee to find us the EC soon, but if you are interested in representing the community as president and have a team (full or partial) in mind, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee

Saturday, 07 March 2020 10:35

Dear Friends,

Happy New Year and upcoming MAO events

We hope you had a wonderful holiday season with lots of food and family time. Wish you a happy and healthy New Year and decade. At this time, we would like to announce some upcoming events that are in the works by your committee. Please note that we will rely on your responses to gauge the community’s interest in some of these events and to decide if it is worth organizing them.

L’Arche event
The third L’Arche event (postponed from November) will be held on Saturday February 8, 2020. We already have a volunteer group willing to cook and serve lunch at L'Arche Ottawa, 11 Rossland Av, Nepean, ON K2G 2K2 (off Merivale Road). However, more involvement is always a good thing, so if you would like to help out, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Talent Show
We are planning the talent show in mid April (likely date April 18). We encourage you to start thinking of your best stage performance talent and initiate practice sessions (a good way to spend cold winter weekends, practicing with friends). More info will follow soon.

Cooking/Culinary Contest
During the talent show, we would like to do a cooking contest, where folks can bring food item(s) that they prepared (Appetizer, Main course, Dessert) and present at the event. Community members will taste and vote during the talent show and we will pick winners based on popular vote. If you would like to cook for this, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is a recreational winter activity appropriate for healthy people of all age groups. We would like to offer an opportunity to community members to get an initiation to this social activity. Some general details below.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snowshoe
https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/snowshoeing-first-steps.html

Snowshoes can be rented for $15 a day per person. We will walk for one hour as a group on one of the many trails in the city, (likely date January 25, 2020 - weather dependent). If you are interested in participating, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Cards Tournament
We are planning to organize card tournament for community members during weekends in February to early March timeframe. We are hoping that there will be interest to play “56” and Rummy. To pay for refreshments and prizes, there will be a $5 fee per person per game type. If you are interested, please send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please indicate if you are interested in 56, Rummy or both.

Table Tennis tournament
We are also planning to organize a Table Tennis tournament for interested community members in March. There will be a participation fee and we will likely play league level games in member basements with the finals in a City facility. If you are interested, please send an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. indicating your interest.

Annual General body Meeting
We would like to run the AGM in the first week of May. It is the time to think of the executive committee (EC) for year 2020-21. We will form a nomination committee to find us the EC soon, but if you are interested in representing the community as president and have a team (full or partial) in mind, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

"IT IS YOUR ASSOCIATION. TAKE PRIDE AND TAKE PART"

M.A.O Executive Committee