Hindu Temple Ottawa-Carleton
4835 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1X 1G6
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Pitru Paksha ( Mahalaya) Amavasya. Starts September 26,2026

Pitru Paksha, the sacred fortnight dedicated to honoring our ancestors, begins on Saturday, September 26 and concludes on Mahalaya Amavasya (Sarva Pitru Amavasya). According to this year’s Ottawa panchang, Mahalaya spans two days — Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10. The Hindu Temple of Ottawa‑Carleton will therefore conduct Mahalaya – Sarva Pitru Amavasya rituals on both days.

🕉️ Temple Schedule for Mahalaya – Sarva Pitru Amavasya

  • Friday, October 9

    • Temple opens at 12:00 PM

    • Shradh–Tarpan begins at 12:30 PM

  • Saturday, October 10

    • Temple open from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM (regular schedule)

🙏 Performing Shradh / Pitru Tarpan

We anticipate a high number of devotees during Pitru Paksha, especially on Mahalaya. Those wishing to offer Shradh or Pitru Tarpan may do so with guidance from our priests during the timings listed above. To help us manage the flow of devotees, we kindly request that you call ahead and book your time at 613‑822‑1531.

⚠️ Important Note

Devotees are requested not to bring loose groceries or oil in ziplock bags or other plastic bags.

We look forward to welcoming you to the temple during this auspicious period and supporting you in offering prayers for your ancestors.

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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)

Krishna Paksha Pradosham dates for 2026

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5:30 pm to 8:30 pm;

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Pitru Paksha & Mahalaya (Sarva Pitru Amavasya) – Temple Announcement

Pitru Paksha, the sacred fortnight dedicated to honoring our ancestors, begins on Saturday, September 26 and concludes on Mahalaya Amavasya (Sarva Pitru Amavasya). According to this year’s Ottawa panchang, Mahalaya spans two days — Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10. The Hindu Temple of Ottawa‑Carleton will therefore conduct Mahalaya – Sarva Pitru Amavasya rituals on both days.

🕉️ Temple Schedule for Mahalaya – Sarva Pitru Amavasya

  • Friday, October 9

    • Temple opens at 12:00 PM

    • Shradh–Tarpan begins at 12:30 PM

  • Saturday, October 10

    • Temple open from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM (regular schedule)

🙏 Performing Shradh / Pitru Tarpan

We anticipate a high number of devotees during Pitru Paksha, especially on Mahalaya. Those wishing to offer Shradh or Pitru Tarpan may do so with guidance from our priests during the timings listed above. To help us manage the flow of devotees, we kindly request that you call ahead and book your time at 613‑822‑1531.

⚠️ Important Note

Devotees are requested not to bring loose groceries or oil in ziplock bags or other plastic bags.

We look forward to welcoming you to the temple during this auspicious period and supporting you in offering prayers for your ancestors.

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)

Diabetes has become a major public health issue all over the world. It affects just about every part of the body, 
leading to high morbidity and mortality. Our next health seminar is on that topic.
 

Topic:            Sweet Truths about Type 2 Diabetes       

Speaker:       Sandhya Goge, RN, MN, PhD ©, CDE 

Diabetes Nurse Educator, The Ottawa Hospital 

Clinical Investigator, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute 

Objectives    By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to: 

  • Explain the basics of type 2 diabetes and how it affects the body
  • Learn how to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes through healthy lifestyle choices
  • Identify key strategies for managing type 2 diabetes and reducing the risk of complications

Day / Date:           Sunday, September 13, 2026                                                                                                                             

Time:                    2:00 – 3:00 PM

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.

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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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