Capital Heritage Connexion Patrimoine de la Capitale

10/01/2026

Crisp autumn air, cozy vibes, and rich local history. 🍂 Discover what’s happening across the Ottawa heritage sector this October! Link in bio for full event listings. ✨

09/30/2026

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we reflect on the question: Whose stories do we preserve? As a local network, Capital Heritage Connexion is dedicated to stepping back, unlearning colonial narratives, and amplifying Indigenous-led stewardship and truth-telling in our region.

We encourage everyone in our community to learn from, support, and uplift local Indigenous leaders and organizations today and every day:
👉 Discover local tours with Indigenous Walks
👉 Follow the ancestral reclamation work of Anishinàbe Odjibikan
👉 Support Indigenous-led initiatives across the National Capital Region

How is your community observing today? Share your thoughts or local event recommendations below 🧡

09/26/2026

It’s a great day to pop over to the BYTOWN MUSEUM to commemorate the Bytown Bicentennial, with Programming (including CHC members) on until 5:30 and FREE admission all day!

09/13/2026

✨ MENTOR SPOTLIGHT ✨

Meet two of the inspiring mentors guiding this year’s Capital Heritage Mentorship Program!

➡️ Avery Marshall – Heritage Planner with the City of Ottawa with 20+ years of experience in arts, culture, and municipal planning.

➡️ Dr. Rodney Nelson – Carleton University Professor, Anthropologist, and CEO specializing in governance, sustainable development, and Indigenous community engagement.

Swipe through to read their full bios and see how they’re shaping the future of Ottawa’s heritage sector!

09/03/2026

Applications for the 2026–2027 Capital Heritage Mentorship Program are officially CLOSED! 🔒

The response this year was truly overwhelming, and we are proud to announce that all 4 mentee spots have now been filled. To everyone who applied—thank you so much for trusting us with your journey. We truly wish we could have taken everyone!

📣 BIG NEWS: We are scaling up! The Capital Heritage Mentorship Program is expanding nationally. Keep an eye on our page and watch this space for future national opportunities.

🌐 Visit capitalheritage.ca to learn more and stay connected!

08/30/2026

September is looking busy across our local heritage community! 🍂

Head to the link in our bio to check out the full event calendar on our website and see what’s happening around the region! 🗓️

08/25/2026

08/25/2026

WE'RE RECRUITING! Are you a museum lover? Passionate about supporting local? Interested in Ottawa's history? We need you on September 26 as we mark Ottawa's bicentennial with a day of free events and programming!

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08/19/2026

Earlier this month, the CHC team visited for an incredible look at Canada’s Cold War Museum from a whole new perspective!

A huge thank you to Monique, Bennett, and Jordan for taking us on such an immersive, story-packed tour. Hearing the real history behind this underground fortress was unforgettable!

We’re so grateful for your warm hospitality and for being such an active, passionate member of Capital Heritage Connexion.

Looking for unique local plans? The Diefenbunker always has something exciting happening below the surface—from special exhibits to interactive events! Check out their full event calendar on their website.

📸: Bennett Malcolmson /

05/05/2026

Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! 🔔

Get ready to turn up the volume! We are beyond thrilled to introduce the hosts for the upcoming Ontario Guild of Town Criers Championship: the legendary Daniel Richer and Lady Julia Dudley.

With a career spanning 45 years, Daniel’s iconic cry has been heard everywhere from the halls of Parliament to the Olympic stage. Now, he’s bringing that historic energy to the heart of the capital!

🗓️ Event Details:
What: Ontario Guild of Town Criers Championship

When: May 9th – 10th

Where: Canadian Tulip Festival - Festival canadien des tulipes

Hosts: Daniel Richer & Lady Julia Dudley

Don’t miss this incredible display of heritage, booming voices, and historic pageantry. See you among the tulips! 🌷✨



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Oyez ! Oyez ! Oyez ! 🔔

Préparez-vous à tendre l’oreille ! Nous sommes absolument ravis de vous présenter les animateurs du prochain Championnat de la Guilde des crieurs publics de l’Ontario : les légendaires Daniel Richer et Lady Julia Dudley.

Avec une carrière s’étalant sur 45 ans, la voix emblématique de Daniel a résonné partout, des couloirs du Parlement jusqu’à la scène olympique. Aujourd'hui, il apporte cette énergie historique au cœur même de la capitale !

🗓️ Détails de l'événement :

Quoi : Championnat de la Guilde des crieurs publics de l’Ontario

Quand : Les 9 et 10 mai

Où : Canadian Tulip Festival - Festival canadien des tulipes

Hôtes : Daniel Richer et Lady Julia Dudley

Ne manquez pas ce déploiement incroyable de patrimoine, de voix de tonnerre et d’apparat historique. On se voit parmi les tulipes ! 🌷✨