Hosted by Dr. Anton Minkov, PhD in Islamic History (McGill University), Department of National Defence.

The reasons for the 1979 Soviet intervention in Afghanistan have been debated for a long time. The Iranian revolution, NATO missiles deployment in Europe, and fears of the deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan at the time have been considered as some of the factors behind the Soviet Politburo’s decision making. Using original documents from the National Security Archive, Dr. Minkov reconstructs the Soviet decision-making at the time. His talk will point to another factor that so far has been overlooked by historians – the 1977-78 Ogaden war between Somalia and Ethiopia.

Doors open at 7:30, Speaker begins at 7:45.

For more info contact b.baldwin@publichistory.ca

Garry Elliott & Rachel Beausoleil.
More info and tickets here.

Registration for CAG's Spring-Summer 2019 and After School 2019-2020 programming opens March 5 at 8:00 p.m. For details on our upcoming programs, click here.

Magic: The Gathering is a card game where players use logic and strategy to defeat their opponent. Here participants will learn the basics of Magic: The Gathering followed by a fun and friendly tournament to test their skills. Bring your own deck or borrow one from us. Children must register with a parent or supervising adult. Full details here.

Old Ottawa East Community Association Board Meeting, all welcome.
More info: info@ottawaeast.ca.

Thomas Annand & Laura Nerenberg.
More info and tickets here.

Real-world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. The Stay Safe program teaches applicable and age-appropriate skills, while increasing and reinforcing a youth’s capacity to improve his or her own safety. Whether in their community or on their own, this group will be given better tool to stay safe in a variety of different situations. Full details here.

Old Ottawa East Community Association Board Meeting, all welcome.
More info: info@ottawaeast.ca.

Come gather with families brought together through adoption. This casual gathering offers fun for children and a chance for parents to connect with other adoptive families. Activities are organized by program participants. There are toys available, but participants are welcome to bring toys, games and craft activities to share. Full details here.

The Red Cross Babysitting Course will provide the training needed to become a responsible babysitter. Participants learn how to create and manage a babysitting business and how to supervise younger siblings or other children in a safe and responsible manner. Full details here.

Come gather with families brought together through adoption. This casual gathering offers fun for children and a chance for parents to connect with other adoptive families. Activities are organized by program participants. There are toys available, but participants are welcome to bring toys, games and craft activities to share. Full details here.

Old Ottawa East Community Association Board Meeting, all welcome.
More info: info@ottawaeast.ca.

Learn how to incorporate Urban Poling Nordic walking into your personal fitness plan with Susan Yungblut, Physiotherapist and Certified Urban Poling Instructor. Experience how this activity can improve posture, increase upper body and core strength, provide an enhanced cardiovascular workout while reducing impact on the lower back, hips, knees, ankles, and feet, and be SOCIAL and FUN at the same time! Details here.

Learn how to incorporate Urban Poling Nordic walking into your personal fitness plan with Susan Yungblut, Physiotherapist and Certified Urban Poling Instructor. Experience how this activity can improve posture, increase upper body and core strength, provide an enhanced cardiovascular workout while reducing impact on the lower back, hips, knees, ankles, and feet, and be SOCIAL and FUN at the same time! Details here.

Come gather with families brought together through adoption. This casual gathering offers fun for children and a chance for parents to connect with other adoptive families. Activities are organized by program participants. There are toys available, but participants are welcome to bring toys, games and craft activities to share. Full details here.

Old Ottawa East Community Association Board Meeting, all welcome.
More info: info@ottawaeast.ca.