Hindu Temple Ottawa-Carleton
4835 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1X 1G6
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regular Temple Darshan Hours

Mon - Fri & Canada holidays

8:30 am to 10:30 am;
            5:30 pm to 8:30 pm;                 2026 Sunday Host Sign up 

Weekends & Hindu festivals

8:30 am to 8:30 pm

2026 List of Festivals   

Arti Hours

10:00 am and 7.30 pm 

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Contact Number

+1 (613)-822-1531

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Sri Varalakshmi Vrat. Friday Aug 21,2026

Sri Varalakshmi Vrata Puja – Friday, August 21

Varalakshmi Puja will be conducted in the Gita Bhavan at the Temple on Friday, August 21 from 5:30
pm to 7:30 pm. Please be at the Temple by 5:30 pm. The Puja will start at 5:45 pm followed by recitation
of Vrata story and Aarti at 7:30 pm.

All participants please:

– Register at  PUJA REGISTRATION link
– Bring your puja plate, Deepam (Diya) and Two Thorams ;
– You may bring small quantities of flowers and fruits.

We need volunteers to set-up and help in other arrangements. If you wish to volunteer, please register at VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION link.  Volunteers are requested to be at the Temple by 5:30 pm.

On Shravan Purnima day (Thursday , August 27) starting at 7:00 am, temple will be conducting Upakarma (changing of the Holy Thread) ceremony in the Gita Bhavan. The ritual will include Nutana Yagnopaveetha dharanam, Gayatri Japam, Tarpanam to Rishis, Devas and Pithrus. 

This auspicious ceremony will be conducted both in person and Broadcast Live.

Please bring puja items (Temple will not provide any). A suggested list is given below:

(i) Black sesame seeds 50 g       (ii) Rice – 50 g             (iii) Vibhooti (Bhasma)           (iv) Chandan
(v) Kusha pavitra (Darbha)        (vi) Yagnopaveetam      (vii) Fruits                                                                    (viii) Achaman patra’s-(panchapatra-udharani)

Please arrive before 7:00 am as the ceremony will start on time. The Temple doors will be open from 6:45 am to 7:00 am only. The doors will be closed at 7:05 am.

Sri Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated at the Temple on Thursday, September 3.
The Temple will be open all day, from 8:30 am until midnight.
Special Program for the Evening:
Hari Gita (Hindi)                                            7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Bhajans                                                        10:00 pm – 11:40 pm
Gita – Chapter 11                                           11:40 pm – 11:50 pm
Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya                    11:50 pm – Midnight
Janm Punyakala, Aarti, Jhoola                          Midnight      

Please note that the Temple will also be kept open for extended hours on Friday September 4 th from
4:00 pm to 8:30 pm for Darshan and Jhula-swing Bala Krishna.
Please join in this auspicious celebrations and seek divine blessings.

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          Monday            6.30 pm – 7.30 pm      Shiva Abhishek
 
         Tuesday            7.00 pm -7.30 pm       Hanuman Chalisa
 
         Wednesday      7.00- 7.30 pm              Ganesh/Karthikeyan Pooja
 
         Thursday          7.00- 7.30 pm              Shri Krishna Pooja
 
          Friday               7.00- 7.30 pm               Durga Pooja
 
         Saturday           7.00- 7.30 pm                Ram Parivar Pooja

 

          Rudram Chanting : Every Sunday at 8 am

Vishnu Shasranamam Pooja

Every Sunday Morning : 10 am to 11 am

Scripture Reading:   Every Sunday at 12.15 pm

Important Note:

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES

Rudrabhishekam on Krishnapaksha PRADOSHAM: 6:15 pm – 7:00 pm followed by the regular ritual of the day and Aarti.

(If Pradosham falls on Monday, regular weekly Abhishekam will be from 6:30 pm-7:30 pm)

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regular Temple Darshan Hours

Mon - Fri & Canada holidays

8:30 am to 10:30 am;
5:30 pm to 8:30 pm;

Weekends & Hindu festivals

8:30 am to 8:30 pm

Volunteer Whatsapp Link

Arti Hours

10:00 am and 7.30 pm

AARTI AT THE TEMPLE

Contact Number

+1 (613)-822-1531

DONATE NOW

Sri Krishna Janmashtami. Thursday September 3. Temple open All day 8.30 am until Midnight

Sri Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated at the Temple on Thursday, September 3.
The Temple will be open all day, from 8:30 am until midnight.
Special Program for the Evening:
Hari Gita (Hindi)                                            7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Bhajans                                                        10:00 pm – 11:40 pm
Gita – Chapter 11                                           11:40 pm – 11:50 pm
Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya                    11:50 pm – Midnight
Janm Punyakala, Aarti, Jhoola                          Midnight      

Please note that the Temple will also be kept open for extended hours on Friday September 4 th from
4:00 pm to 8:30 pm for Darshan and Jhula-swing Bala Krishna.
Please join in this auspicious celebrations and seek divine blessings.

HINDU FESTIVALS 2026 AT THE TEMPLE
Shulapaksham Pradosham dates for 2026

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          Monday            6.30 pm – 7.30 pm      Shiva Abhishek
 
         Tuesday            7.00 pm -7.30 pm       Hanuman Chalisa
 
         Wednesday      7.00- 7.30 pm              Ganesh/Karthikeyan Pooja
 
         Thursday          7.00- 7.30 pm              Shri Krishna Pooja
 
          Friday               7.00- 7.30 pm               Durga Pooja
 
         Saturday           7.00- 7.30 pm                Ram Parivar Pooja

 

          Rudram Chanting : Every Sunday at 8 am

Vishnu Shasranamam Pooja

Every Sunday Morning : 10 am to 11 am

 

Amrit Vani on the first Sunday of the month 11:00 am- 12:15 pm   

Scripture Reading:   Every Sunday at 12.15 pm

Important Note:

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES

Rudrabhishekam on Krishnapaksha PRADOSHAM: 6:15 pm – 7:00 pm followed by the regular ritual of the day and Aarti.

(If Pradosham falls on Monday, regular weekly Abhishekam will be from 6:30 pm-7:30 pm)

HEALTH SEMINAR: Prevention & Management of High Blood Pressure & Heart Disease with Homeopathy   Sunday Aug 9,2026

While modern allopathic medicine excels at managing acute cardiac emergencies and tracking physical biometrics, homeopathy offers a valuable complementary approach focused on individual wellness. By integrating these systems, people can benefit from standard medical monitoring alongside gentle, holistic remedies that target the emotional stressors underlying chronic high blood pressure.

Our next health seminar is on the complementary role of homeopathy in modern allopathic (western) medicine. Join us for an insightful session on how homeopathy works alongside modern western medicine to support your cardiovascular health!

Note: Homeopathy is a regulated health profession in Ontario under the Homeopathy Act, 2007.

Title:               Prevention and Management of High Blood Pressure and

                       Heart Disease with Homeopathy

Speaker:         Arti Mehta (HOM)   

Seminar Objectives:           

Understand Hypertension: Explore the root causes and prevalence of high blood pressure, focusing on the impact of mental stress and emotional imbalance.

Trace Disease Progression: Discuss how temporary spikes in blood pressure from daily stressors can gradually transition into chronic, long-term hypertension.

Discover Homeopathic Solutions: Learn how Homeopathy helps prevent and manage high blood pressure and cardiovascular health by promoting holistic, natural healing.

Day / Date: Sunday, August 9,2026                                                                                      Time:                    2:00 – 3:00 PM

Speaker Bio:

  • Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery, Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University, India
  • Registered Homeopath – Founder, Arogya Holistic Homeopathy and Wellness, Stittsville, Ontario
  • Registered Member, College of Homeopaths of Ontario, Canada
  • Member Ontario Alliance for Homeopathic Advancement (OAHA)
  • Canadian College of Homeopathic Medicine (Internship + Externship)
  • Past Member, Suomen Homeopaatit Ry, Finland (Finnish Society of Homeopaths)
  • Registered Homeopathic Physician, State Council of Homeopathy, Madhya Pradesh, India

All are welcome

RELIGIOUS SERVICES ORGANIZED / CONDUCTED ON BEHALF OF THE TEMPLE

Kitchen Use:

The kitchen may be used solely for preparing prasad, limited to halva and rice only.

Prohibited Items:

Alcoholic beverages, meat, poultry, and fish products are strictly prohibited on the Temple premises, both indoors and outdoors. Tea, coffee, and soft drinks are also not to be served. Only water may be offered.

Onion and Garlic:

Out of respect for the sentiments of certain Hindu devotees, the use or serving of onion and garlic in any form is not permitted within the Temple.

Nut Allergies:

Due to the potential for allergic reactions, nuts in any form must not be served.

Disposable Supplies:

The Temple provides paper plates, napkins, plastic spoons, and Styrofoam cups for water for use during Sunday Bhog and other Temple events.

Leftover Prasad:

The coordinator or Seva Mandal must ensure that all leftover prasad is distributed to devotees to take home. Cooked prasad must not be stored in the refrigerator.

PRIVATE POOJAS AND RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES

The kitchen, at present, is not intended for general cooking of meals but as a service facility only.

No Cooking in the Kitchen:

The Temple kitchen is not to be used for any cooking under any circumstances.

Food Source:

Food may be catered or brought pre-cooked from outside.

Washing Restrictions:

Washing of pots or large utensils in the Temple kitchen is not permitted.

Prohibited Items:

Alcoholic beverages, meat, poultry, and fish products are strictly prohibited on Temple premises (both inside and outside). Tea, coffee, and soft drinks are not to be served. Only water may be offered.

Onion and Garlic:

In consideration of the religious sensitivities of certain devotees, onion and garlic in any form are not allowed in the Temple.

Nut Allergies:

Due to the potential for allergic reactions, nuts in any form must not be served.

Serving Supplies:

Devotees are expected to bring their own paper plates, napkins, plastic spoons, and Styrofoam cups for water. In case of emergency, the Temple may provide these supplies at a nominal cost of $50 per set of 100.

Clean-Up Responsibility:

Hosts must arrange for sufficient help to ensure the premises are left thoroughly clean after the event.

Event Timing:

All activities must be completed within Temple hours, and no later than 7:30 PM.

Garbage Disposal:

All garbage must be collected and disposed of in the designated bin located outside the building near the garage.

HOST REGISTRATION FORM  (SIGN UP)

GUIDELINES FOR HOSTING SUNDAY POOJA/LUNCH AT THE TEMPLE 

Guidelines for devotees performing private Pooja at the temple

SUNDAY  PRASAD(Lunch) PREPARATION-VOLUNTEER AVAILABILITY INFORMATION(SIGN UP)

Arya Samaaj  Ottawa organizes Monthly Havan , every second Sunday of the Month at  3.30 P.M.
For more information , please contact SainDass Aeri at  723-6724 or Mrs. Chand Bhatia at 613-823-9070

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