Celebration of Somali Canadian Experiences

Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

In-Person event
Carleton University Art Gallery, St. Patrick’s Building, Carleton University
1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6
Cost: FREE

Contact
Fiona Wright, fionawright@cunet.carleton.ca

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Join a celebration of Somali Canadian experiences, organized in conjunction with Faisa Omer: Threading Roots.

Members of the Ottawa Somali community will share poetry, dance and stories of home, along with delicious food. Artist Faisa Omer and curator Reyhab Mohmed Patel will lead us through Faisa’s exhibition.

Access CUAG is an accessible space with barrier-free washrooms and an elevator.

Registration This event is free and everyone is welcome. However, there is a limited capacity of seating at the gallery. Please make sure to register in advance to secure your spot. Register here.

This event is organized in partnership with the Carleton University Somali Student Association.

This event is part of Stonecroft Semester: The Art of Negotiating Visibility. More info here.