Canadian Polish Club
Oldest Polish-Canadian organization in Ottawa
Est. 1936
Our Mission
The Club unites Canadians of Polish heritage and promotes their contributions to society
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Unity
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Culture
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Education
Our Objectives
Encourage Polonia in Canadian society
Foster Polish heritage and culture
Promote outreach and cooperation
Support members in need
Encourage youth involvement
Protect reputation of Polish Canadians
Build ties with Poland
History
1936
Club founded in Ottawa
WWII
Support for Polish Red Cross, aid for refugees, purchase of ambulance for Polish divisions
1949
Contribution of $6,000 for the first Polish parish in Ottawa
1963
Membership count at 32
1969
Donation of Polish tapestries to National Arts Centre
1970s
Support for exhibitions at National War Museum and National Museum of Man
1980
Organization of ethnographic and philatelic exhibition
2020
Merger with Polish National Unity, Canadian Polish Club Inc.
Today & Future
Today, the Canadian Polish Club Inc. continues to unite Polonia in Ottawa and Canada, organizing events, supporting youth, and promoting dialogue between communities.