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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Celebration of Life for Tudy McLaine

Saturday, July 19 at 2:00pm
In Worship Hall (30 Cleary)
Reception to follow


Susan “Tudy” McLaine passed away peacefully at the New Edinburgh Square Retirement Home in Ottawa, on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the age of 91. With her persistent call to action: “Think globally, act locally”, Tudy was a proud Unitarian, a fierce environmentalist before it was fashionable, an arts enthusiast, and an unforgettable hostess—just ask anyone who’s tasted her grasshopper pie. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Canadian Friends of International House. Her Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 19 at 2:00pm in Worship Hall.
Reception to follow. To read Tudy's full obituary,
click here.
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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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July 13, 2025 
The Tarot Cards: Considering Possibilities
~ With guest speaker Calogero

There is a belief that the future is fixed and that the Tarot cards can foretell it. Guest speaker Calogero will address this notion of the fixedness of the future and then demystify what a Tarot card reading is by walking through the deck, and laying out the depth of meanings possible.

​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).

NOTE: If you've enjoyed watching services and would like
​to connect and learn ​more, emai
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​[email protected].
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Upcoming Service
​​Sunday, July 20 - Lessons from the Garden
With guest speakers Lee Rose
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 SUMMER:
Our UU Kids will meet downstairs at 10am on Sundays, for outdoor free play. Please remember to bring a water bottle and sun screen, and to wear weather-appropriate clothes, including a hat.

Upcoming Events at FirstU

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UUPride Social Group
Sunday, July 13 - 7:00pm
On Zoom

The UUPride Social Group is back! This is an opportunity to have fun and deepen connections. All 2SLGBTQIA+ folks connected to FirstU are welcome! Our next group is on Sunday, July 13 over Zoom, at 7:00pm! Email [email protected] to get the link.

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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  • What's Happening
    • Cleary Detour
    • calendar
    • Jobs
    • FirstU News
    • Affordable Housing
  • About Us
    • Our Ministry Team
    • About Unitarian Universalism
    • Member Information >
      • Members' Page >
        • Our Covenant
        • 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 >
      • volunteer task submission form
      • Volunteer/Leader Resources
    • Getting Connected Guide
  • eUU Weekly Newsletter
    • Parkway Spire Quarterly Magazine
    • Archives
  • Make a Donation
    • Legacy Giving
    • Ajashki Donations
  • Contact Us
    • Staff Directory
    • Ceremonies and Rentals >
      • Weddings, Memorials, Child Dedications and other Rites of Passage
      • Facility Rentals