Canadian and Turkish Women’s Association of Ottawa

Canadian and Turkish Women’s Association of Ottawa

"Bridging Cultures"

The principal object of CATWAO is to provide a platform for Canadian and Turkish women to promote a better understanding and appreciation of their respective cultures, thus fostering goodwill and working towards better integration in the multicultural community.

 

This objective will be achieved through a variety of activities in the fields of art, culture, literature, women’s issues, and other complementary events.

 

 2012/2013

  • Cheese & crackers; cookies, coffee, tea and cash bar.

    Followed by a Presentation by Ms. Zeynep Erden Karman  "Canadian and Turkish Women: Challenges, Differences and Similarities"

    Ottawa Police Association - 141 Catherine Street, Room 200

  • To expand membership and to engage young Canadian women in CATWAO activities

    The Pantry - Glebe Community Centre

  • Freiman Recital Hall, Perez Building - The University of Ottawa

    March 5, 2013

    Beste Kalender Bio

    Beste Kalender – Web Site

  • Gourmet Dinner, Keynote Speaker, Live Music, Live and Silent Auction by Dave SmithMaster of Ceremonies: Max Keeping

    Ottawa Convention Centre Trillium Ballroom

    April 16, 2013

  • AGENDA

    Minutes of 2012

    AGMProxy Form

    Ottawa Police Association

    141 Catherine StreetRoom 200

    May 9, 2013

  • Presentation: Ms. Nycole Turmel MP (bio) - Women in Politics

    Ottawa Police Association

    141 Catherine StreetRoom 200

     September 16, 2012

  • For members only

    At the residence of our Vice-President Karin Birnbaum

     October 6, 2012

  • For members only

    Selection of Jennifer Dickson’s photographic images of Turkey

    Wallack Galeries

    October 22, 2012 

  • Session includes soup; kofte with pistachios, roasted vegetables and sour cherry sauce on flat bread; sautéed carrots with garlic yogurt and a dessert.

    Heron Road Community Center

    1480 Heron Rd.

     November 2, 2012 

  • All proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards a CATWAO award program to help a female student’s university education.

    Topkapi Restaurant

    484 Preston Street

    November 24, 2012

  • We will be showing you how you can recreate some favourite desserts in your own home. In this session we'll be making: quince dessert, apricot dessert, almond cookies, tahini crunchy rolls and of course baklava. A copy of the recipes will be provided.

    RSVP email to: rsvp@turkishdelights.ca

    Also be sure to check out our webpage at: www.turkishdelights.ca

    CATWAO will donate the proceeds of this cooking session to the Red Cross Philippine  Typhoon Haiyan Fund.

    Heron Road Community Center

    1480 Heron Rd.

    December 7, 2012

 2013/2014

  • Ottawa Police Association , 141 Catherine Street, Ottawa, Room 200

    Parking is available across the street from the main entrance

    We would like to announce our upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at 7:00 pm, at the Ottawa Police Association.

    Attached please find a copy of the AGM Agenda and a Proxy Form for those members who cannot attend the AGM. Attached are also the minutes of the previous AGM, held on May 9, 2013.

    We would like to thank the members who have renewed their 2014 membership. They will continue to received CATWAO’s announcements and be able to vote at the AGM. Renewal can also be done at the AGM.

    Needless to say, we would like to hear your voice, suggestions and concerns regarding CATWAO. Please attend the AGM and share your views with us.

    We are looking forward to welcoming you at the AGM and the reception that will follow, on May 27, 2014, starting at 7:00 pm.

    Click here for the AGM Agenda

    Click here for the minutes from the previous AGM (May 9, 2013) 

    Click here for the proxy form

  • A fundraiser for CHEO

    Cocktail Reception

    Wednesday, April 23rd, 2014

    Fairmont Château Laurier - Laurier Room

    7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

    Please join us for an evening of fun in the spirit of fundraising.

    Music by:

    Ismail Hakkı Fencioğlu (Ud)

    Didem Bașar (Kanun)

    Live and Silent Auction by:

    Dave Smith

    A celebrated auctioneer, entrepreneur,

    and philanthropist.

    Among the items up for auction are beautifully handcrafted and handpainted ceramic tiles from Turkey. An absolute must have!

    Master of Ceremonies: Nil Köksal

    An award-winning journalist and anchor at CBC News Toronto.

    Sponsored by the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey

    Tickets: $75 per person

    Includes reception buffet prepared by Fairmont’s Gourmet Chefs

    To purchase tickets please contact us via:

    Email: catwao.catwao@yahoo.ca

    Telephone: Mrs. Gülnaz Büberoğlu (613) 216.2206 or Mrs. Hilkat Dokuzoğuz (613) 825.7357

    download a pdf version of this notice

  • In celebration of the International Women’s Day, CATWAO is proud to invite you and a guest to an evening of music with Stellae Boreales Violin Ensemble. Concert to be followed by a reception

    Place: The residence of the Ambassador of Turkey, 3 Crescent Road, Rockcliffe Park

    Date: Thursday, March 6, 2014

    Time: 7.00 p.m.

  • Cheese & crackers; cookies, coffee, tea and cash bar.

    Followed by a Presentation by Maureen Korp: “ No Ordinary Language"

    Place: Ottawa Police Association - 141 Catherine Street, Room 200

    Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2014

    Time: 6.30 p.m.

2014/2015

  • We would like to thank the members who have renewed their 2015 membership. They will continue to received CATWAO’s announcements and be able to vote at the AGM. Renewal can also be done at the AGM.

    Needless to say, we would like to hear your voice, suggestions and concerns regarding CATWAO. Please attend the AGM and share your views with us.

    We are looking forward to welcoming you at the AGM and at the talk that will follow on Alzheimer’s disease by Ms. Inci Sevgi and Ms. Su Gordon.

    Ottawa Police Association , 141 Catherine Street, Ottawa, Room 200

    Parking is available across the street from the main entrance

    Sunday April 26, 2015 at 3 p.m.

  • by Yaprak Baltacıoğlu

    Secretary of the Treasury Board of Canada

    Ottawa Police Association, 141 Catherine Street, Ottawa, Room 200

    April 14, 2015 at 7 p.m.

    Parking is available across the street from the main entrance

    Open to the public

    Cheese & crackers; cookies, coffee, tea and cash bar.

    Mrs. Yaprak Baltacıoğlu's biography

  • MANTI dinner

    We will be showing you how you can recreate this traditional Turkish dish and a delicious dessert in your own home. A copy of the recipes will be provided.

    RSVP email to: catwao2014@yahoo.ca, by March 27, 2015 the latest

    Location: Heron Gate Community Center, 1480 Heron Road, Ottawa

    March 29, 2015 at 4 p.m.-7 p.m.

    Event poster

  • by Carin Goodman

    Ottawa Police Association, 141 Catherine Street, Ottawa, Room 200

    September 23, 2014 at 7 p.m.

    Parking is available across the street from the main entrance

    Open to the public

    Cheese & crackers; cookies, coffee, tea and cash bar.

    Event Poster

    Carin Goodman Biography

  • by Lise Martin

    Executive Director, Canadian Network of Women's Shelters and Transition Houses

    Ottawa Police Association, 141 Catherine Street, Ottawa, Room 200

    Parking is available across the street from the main entrance

    October 15, 2014 at 7 p.m.

    Open to the public

    Cheese & crackers; cookies, coffee, tea and cash bar.

  • All proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards a CATWAO award program to help a female student’s university education.

    Topkapi Restaurant, 484 Preston Street, Ottawa

    November 30, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.

  • 10th Anniversary Celebration!

    CATWAO Wine and Cheese Party

    At the residence of our President, Cristina Ruiz

    December 7, 2014 at 3m p.m.

    For members only

  • By Manon Labelle

    Miramichi Herald

    Location: Ottawa Police Association, 141 Catherine Street, Ottawa, room 200

    February 24, 2015 at 7 p.m.

    Parking is available across the street from the main entrance

    Open to the public

    Cheese & crackers; cookies, coffee, tea and cash bar.

    Event Poster

  • In celebration of the International Women’s Day CATWAO will offer

    an evening of music with

    Stellae Boreales Violin Ensemble

    Concert to be followed by a reception

    at the residence of the Ambassador of Turkey, 3 Crescent Road, Rockcliffe Park

    March 8, 2015 at 6 p.m.

    for members only

    Event Poster

2015/2016

  • CATWAO is pleased to announce our upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) followed by a presentation on homeopathy by

    Dr. Inci Sevgi and Maria Reid.

    We would like to hear your voice, suggestions and concerns regarding CATWAO. Please attend the AGM and share your views with us.

    Coffee, tea and cookies will be served after our AGM meeting.

    Ottawa Police Association, 141 Catherine St.

    (free parking available across the street).

    Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at 6:00 pm

  • In celebration of the International Women’s Day CATWAO will present Inuit throat singers

    Janice Oolayou and Tamara Takpannie

    followed by

    a reception

    at the residence of the Ambassador of Turkey, 3 Crescent Road, Rockcliffe Park

    March 8, 2016 at 6 p.m.

    for members only

  • All proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards a CATWAO award program to help a female student’s university education.

    Villa Lucia Restaurant, 3430 Carling Ave., Ottawa

    January 30, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.

    Event poster & menu

  • By Joan Harvey, Mary Ash and Johanna Cutts

    Ottawa Police Association, 141 Catherine Street, Ottawa, Room 200

    Parking is available across the street from the main entrance

    November 18th, 2015 at 7 p.m.

    Open to the public

    coffee, tea and cookies and cash bar.

    Event poster

  • By Paul Heinbecker

    Former Ambassador to the United Nations

    Ottawa Police Association, 141 Catherine Street, Ottawa, Room 200

    Parking is available across the street from the main entrance

    October 27th, 2015 at 7 p.m.

    Open to the public

    coffee, tea and cookies and cash bar.

    Mr. Paul Heinbecker's biography

    Event poster