FIRST UNITARIAN CONGREGATION OF OTTAWA
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​Our church is a liberal, spiritual congregation located on the shores of the Ottawa River​

Welcome to the first unitarian congregation of ottawa!

'We kindle the light within and inspire courage to nurture the web of life and to create a just and compassionate world.'
Welcome to the First Unitarian Congregation, a liberal, spiritual congregation located on the shores of the Ottawa River. We are a diverse,
multigenerational community built on a variety of philosophical and faith traditions, and we're committed to turning compassion into action.

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30 Cleary Avenue, Ottawa ON K2A 4A1 . 613-725-1066 . [email protected]

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Accessing Our Campus During Construction
 
 
 
As part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, the multi-use pathway (MUP) to the south of the Kichi Zìbì Mikan (KZM) between Woodroffe Avenue and Cleary Avenue will be closed for repaving from Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:00am until mid-July. (This schedule is subject to change).
A pedestrian and cyclist detour will be in place during this work. Click HERE to view the map.

​​You can access Cleary Avenue by turning north at Byron/Redwood into the campus. Updates on the detour, and the 2024-2027 ​Richmond Road closure, including maps showing entrance and exit routes, have been added to our Cleary Detour Page and will continue to be updated as information becomes available.

sunday Worship and children's programming

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SUNDAY SERVICE, 10:30 AM
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June 15, 2025 
Our Fathers
~ With Reverend Eric Meter

This Father's Day, let's dive deep into fatherhood, parenting in the 21st Century, conditional and unconditional love, and other elements of any impossible unified theory of our species.

​FELLOWSHIP HOUR, 11:30 AM
We invite you to join us in Fellowship Hall immediately after our Sunday service for coffee and conversation, and to grab a green mug to let us know you're feeling new or would welcome meaningful conversation. There is usually hot food available for purchase from Mia's Indian Cuisine (cash preferred).

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Upcoming Service
​​Sunday, June 15 - Our Fathers
With Reverend Eric Meter
click here for a selection of past services

​CHILDREN'S RELIGIOUS EXPLORATION
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Friends! Here's what our UU Kids will be doing this Sunday:
This Sunday, our UU kids will head downstairs after Time for All Ages, where we'll all gather in the Rainbow Room (room 4) with Susie and Kassia to celebrate the rocking father figures in our lives with rock related stories and activities!

This June, we’ll be spending time outdoors every week. Please dress for the weather and bring your child's outdoor clothing downstairs to the appropriate room when you arrive.

Upcoming Events at FirstU

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Unitarian GoGos and One World Grannies present:
Unconditional Love - The Grand Collection
Wednesday, June 18 - 7:00pm (doors at 6:30pm) - Tickets: $35.00

Unitarian GoGos GoGos in partnership with One World Grannies will be presenting Stories and Songs on a Summer Evening on June 18, from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Enjou stories and music including performances by FirstU's own 3 Rivers Choir, plus door prizes, delicious snacks and drinks at intermission. All proceeds go to support the Stephen Lewis Foundation and their ongoing support of grassroots organizations in sub Saharan Africa. Get tickets HERE.
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Women's Inclusive Pagan Circle - Midsummer Ritual
Monday, June 23 - 7:00pm
$5 Suggested

Trans women, cis women, and non-binary folks are invited to celebrate Summer Solstice with playfulness and gratitude. Bring any seasonal items you'd like to add to our collaborative altar as well as finger food to share after our ritual.
Please donate $5 per person to help cover ritual supplies and to donate to the church as a thank-you for the space.
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Our Annual Flower Ceremony
Sunday, June 29 - 10:30am

Share in the annual UU tradition of the Flower Ceremony - remember to bring cut flowers to add to our congregations bouquets - as we close out our Church Year and bid goodbye to Reverend Eric in his last service as our minister.
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A Farewell Barbecue for Reverend Eric
Sunday, June 29 - 11:30am
Outdoors

$10-$20 per adult, sliding scale (kids eat free)
Say “farewell” to Reverend Eric at our Summer BBQ! Burgers, salads, and cake courtesy of the Men’s Breakfast Group and the Hospitality Hour team. To help cover costs, we're asking $10-$20 per adult attendee - pay what you can, within that range, and kids eat for free. To ensure that we prepare enough food, we ask that you RSVP by Sunday, June 22!​ Let's send Reverend Eric off with good food and great company!

OFFICE HOURS
We are open most weekdays from 9:30 am until 4 pm.  Please call  613-725-1066 ext 221 ahead to ensure there will be someone present.


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​30 Cleary Ave   K2A 4A1   
613-725-1066
  
[email protected]

"We acknowledge that our campus is located on traditional, unsurrendered
and unceded Algonquin Anishinaabeg Territory; and that the work
of reconciliation is a responsibility of our congregation, and of all Canadians. 
"Our goal is to educate ourselves and all who have ears to hear,
to be of service to those who are at risk, and to advocate for justice.

Our Charitable Number: ​107387953 RR 0001

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        • Governance
        • Campus Planning Member Page
      • Death Notices and Memorial Details for Members
  • Worship
    • Past Services
    • Religious Exploration for Children and Youth
  • Make Friends
    • Adult Learning and Growth
    • Embracing Diversity >
      • UU Pride
    • Social Justice >
      • AJASHKI Garden Project
      • FirstU Food Sharing Centre
      • Climate Action
    • Music
    • Volunteer with us >
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      • Volunteer/Leader Resources
    • Getting Connected Guide
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    • Staff Directory
    • Ceremonies and Rentals >
      • Weddings, Memorials, Child Dedications and other Rites of Passage
      • Facility Rentals