We are back with our annual welcome back social event for newly-returned JET alumni who wish to connect with other JETs within the National Capital Region! Join us for a casual dinner and drinks at the Tavern at the Gallery. Appetizers will be provided.

Saturday, September 28 · 6 – 8pm EDT

Please register here in advance.

We look forward to seeing you!

Join us for an in-person cooking class! We’ll be making daifuku mochi — sweet red bean paste-filled glutinous rice, as well as the strawberry kind, ichigo daifuku! All ingredients will be provided, but you must purchase a ticket ($15 per person) in advance. This class is family friendly for kids 8 and older accompanied by an adult. Kids do need their own ticket.

Where: Sandy Hill Community Centre
When: August 24, 1:30 – 4:30 PM
Tickets: $15/person via Eventbrite

We look forward to seeing you!

On Saturday, August 17th, JETAA Ottawa is once more planning a day trip to Val-David to enjoy the 1001 Pots Festival! Check out wares from a variety of different potters as well as enjoy some Japanese sweets right there in the middle of the festival’s grounds!

“Welcoming nearly a hundred Québec artisans each year and offering educational and recreational activities, 1001 Pots is more than an exhibition, it’s the biggest ceramics event in Canada! After more than thirty years at the helm of 1001 Pots, in 2021, Kinya Ishikawa passed the torch to Sacha Ghadiri and Nouchine Dardachti.

Through the exhibition of utilitarian pieces and artistic works of all genres and formats, the presence of artists in residence, the varied demonstrations as well as the musical, poetic, and theatrical performances, the event is a summer must-see in an enchanting setting.”

From the 1001 Pots Website

It is located in Val-David, roughly 2 hours from Ottawa and 70 minutes from Montreal. Space is dependent on carpooling availability. Click here for registration and FAQ!