About

Hindu Temple

Hindu Temple of Ottawa-Carleton is a non-profit, religious organization, registered with the Canada Revenue Agency, serving the religious needs of the community in the greater Ottawa and surrounding areas.

Registration No: # BN 13304 9593 RR 0001

Deities in the Temple

Shree Ganesh

Son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, he is worshipped by Hindus in all regions as a prime deity. Every…

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Lord Subrahmanya

The second son of Shiva and Parvati is a creation of Shakti (Agni) for saving the world from the tyranny…

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Shree Durga

The cosmic energy in its dynamic form is symbolized in the form of SHAKTI, the universal mother, the force by…

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Shree Hanuman

Shree Hanuman was the son of the wind God Marut and Anjana, is also known as Maruti and Anjaneya. He…

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Lord Shiva

Soon after the creation of the universe, Lord Shiva is believed to have appeared as a pillar of fire, reaching…

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Shree Lakshmi Narayan

Sri Vishnu, the preserver, and sustainer of the universe are blue, symbolizing infinity. He holds a chakra (discus) in one…

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Shree Ram Parivar

Sri Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu, created Rama Rajya, which is an ideal welfare state. His life is exemplified…

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Nataraja

Nataraja is God Shiva in the dance of the cosmos. He has four hands. In one he holds the Drum…

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Navagraha

Navagraha are nine heavenly bodies and deities that influence human life on Earth according to Hinduism and Hindu astrology.

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News & Information

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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

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Arti Daily
10 am and 8.30 PM         

          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)

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.