Ottawa Art Gallery Trip

• In-person event
• 430 , Tory Building, Carleton University
• 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6

Join us for a fun outing to the Ottawa Art Gallery! Discover fascinating exhibits on climate, landscape, and family while meeting other students and making new friends.

Discover Local Culture

Art galleries, like the Ottawa Art Gallery, are a window into the local community, showcasing themes like climate, landscape, and family that are unique to the region. It’s a great way to learn about Canadian culture and perspectives in an engaging and visual way.

Make Connections

Events like these are perfect for meeting other students, forming friendships, and building a sense of community. Moving to a new country can feel isolating, and events like these help students feel more connected.

A Fun Break from Studies

Exploring art is relaxing and inspiring—it’s a chance to step away from academic pressures and recharge while doing something creative and enjoyable.

Learn the City

Getting to the gallery involves navigating public transit with a group, which is a great way for international students to become more familiar with the OC Transpo system and for you to feel confident exploring Ottawa on your own.

A Memorable Experience

Visiting an art gallery is an opportunity to create unique memories during your time in Canada.

This event combines art, connection, and exploration—perfect for making you time in Ottawa truly special!

Meet us at 4:00 p.m. at the Student Experience Office, and together, we’ll hop on OC Transpo and head to the gallery. Admission is FREE—just bring your Campus Card for transit!

Here’s what’s in store for you:
Connect: Meet other students and ISSO volunteers before we head out.
Travel Together: Ride OC Transpo as a group—no need to figure out transit alone!
️ Explore: Check out thought-provoking exhibits with fellow students.
Navigate Home: ISSO staff and volunteers will help you figure out your transit route back home.

This is your chance to enjoy a cultural experience, make new friends, and explore Ottawa—all in one go! Don’t miss out!

Register on Carleton 360 here.

Accessibility

The accessibility icon toolkit was created in partnership and consultation with the Paul Menton Centre to provide indicators to allow students to navigate events more effectively.

Photos and Videos

Please note, photos and videos may be captured of this event. By attending the event, you consent to photography, audio recording, and video recording to be used for news, promotional purposes, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by Carleton University. Please contact issoevents@cunet.carleton.ca if you have any questions.