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60th Anniversary
Welcome !
The 2025/26 dance season marks the 60th anniversary of the RSCDS Ottawa Branch! We’re thrilled to announce a full year dedicated to celebrating six decades of Scottish country dancing!
On this page you will find details of all the anniversary activities. Come back often to check for updates!
Upcoming Events
August 16
Dancing in the Park
Dancing in the Park
This year, as a fitting conclusion to our Anniversary celebrations, we are bringing back a fond tradition of the Branch, Dancing in the Park. This year's event will be held at Stanley Park on Sunday August 16th from 2 to 4 pm. The programme will be for both members and spectators so bring you family and friends. Be sure to wear your anniversary shirt but, since we will be dancing on grass, you can leave your dancing shoes at home! See below for directions. Look forward to seeing you there!
Our dance area (star) is near the New Edinburgh playground, next to to the Bonita Canteen. Free parking is available on the streets nearby.
We are honoured to have received this congratulatory message on our 60th Anniversary from Her Excellency the Governor General.
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Highlights
A few highlights from the Ball. Go here to see the entire photo album.
Thanks to our photographer Alison J. and contributions by Maria R. and John & Ruth C.
History
An anniversary like this reminds us to look back and see how far we have come. In this section we have been highlighting our history through a series of articles for each decade at a time. Our journey is now done, from our past to our present. Click on the picture to see the story for that decade.
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