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    Past Community Led Events

    “I’m a Senior” with Carlingwood Mall

    Event Date: May 14-27, 2012

    At Carlingwood we’re all seniors so from May 14th to 27th! We’ll donate 10% of gift card sales to The Royal and you could win a $5,000 shopping spree!!

    Skydiving in memory of my sister

    Event Date: Friday, June 16th, 2012

    My name is Natasha Knight, in memory of my sister who took her own life on September 26th, 1999, I will be sky diving to raise funds for mental health.

    Iron Man

    Event Date: Sunday, July 22nd, 2012

    In July 2012, Rob Tweedy will be competing in Ironman Lake Placid

    Friends with Benefits

    Event Date: Friday, May 11th, 2012

    What is a better way to spend a Friday night than dancing with your friends and supporting The Jennie James Depression Research Fund?!

    Support Those Who Support Us!

    Enter here for a listing of local businesses who are donating a portion of their sales proceeds to help support The Royal.

    Run for Davi

    Event Date: May 26-27, 2012

    Support those participating in the ‘Run for Davi’ at Ottawa Race Weekend!

    Cracking up the Capital

    Event Date: Saturday, February 18th, 2012

    After partaking in Winterlude’s outdoor activities, come on inside, thaw your toes and laugh. Join the hilarious five-time Gemini nominee Derek Edwards; Deborah Digiovanni, Canada’s 2011 female stand-up of the year; the always funny Joey Elias from Montreal and rising star Trent McLellan from St. John’s Newfoundland. After all those beaver tails, let laughter burn calories and flex your abs.

    One Nite Wonders

    Event Date: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012

    Ottawa’s finest business and community leaders will forget all about stage fright and composure to provide guests with an unforgettable evening of food, fun and fundraising

    Captain Fantastic – A Tribute to the Music of Elton John Show at the NAC Fourth Stage

    Event Date: Friday, February 24th, 2012

    In the spirit of the great Elton John performances, Donnie Leafloor (The Rainman) is proud to present a musical tribute to Elton John.

    Madonna Flow Party

    Event Date: Friday, January 13th, 2012

    Ashtanga-based yoga class to the music of Madonna!

    Vote in the FINALS this Sunday (November 13th) to win $100,000 for D.I.F.D.

    Event date: November 13, 2011

    VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! HELP D.I.F.D. WIN $100,000!!!!

    Musicians for Mental Health

    Event Date: November 17, 2011

    Voices: Musicians for Mental Illness. Thursday November 17th, 2011 (Doors 7 p.m. – Show 7:30 p.m.)

    Yoga for Women’s Mental Health & Well-Being

    Event Date: November 13, 2011

    Connect your mind, body and soul and improve your overall well-being while also making a difference in the lives of women and their families. Come to a Gentle Hatha Yoga class from 1:30-2:45pm and/or a Vinyasa Yoga Flow class from 3:15-4:30pm.

    Arcana Dea Design Hope Collection

    Fifteen percent of the purchase price of any item from the Arcana Dea Design Hope Collection line is donated to the Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health. Give the gift of Hope and help us make a difference for mental health!

    Halloween Zombie Thriller to benefit the Ottawa Dragon Boat Foundation

    Event Date: November 4, 2011

    Halloween Zombie Thriller to benefit the Ottawa Dragon Boat Foundation

    Basement Artists

    Event Date: September 11th, 2011

    A music and art show with local musicians, burlesque dancers, and 5-10 artists.

    Black Belt Excellence Board Break-a-Thon

    Event Date: September 25th, 2011

    Kicks for Charity in support of The Royal. Black Belt Excellence Martial Arts – Kanata will be hosting its 25th anniversary celebration.

    CPBI Charity Golf Tournament

    Event Date: Wednesday, August 15th, 2012

    The 14th Annual CPBI Charity Golf Tournament in support of The Ottawa Salus Corporation and The Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health.

    Mixed Softball Tournament

    Event Date: June 10th-12th, 2011

    Come join the Mixed Softball Tournament at Elwood Dale Park!

    9 RUN RUN – Ottawa’s Emergency Services’ Run

    Event Date: October 22nd, 2011

    Everyone Welcome… Come WALK, RUN, CHEER, VOLUNTEER Saturday, October 22, 2011 Sacred Heart High School – Stittsville 1/2 Marathon Course – Start Time 9:15 am 10k Race – Start Time 9:00 am 3K Family Fun Run – Start Time 10 am Click here to watch organizers of 9RunRun on CTV Ottawa Morning Live

    Impark Ottawa Charity Golf Tournament

    Event Date: Monday, June 25th, 2011

    Please join us for the 2nd Annual impark Charity Golf Tournament in support of The Royal.

    Greater Nepean Chamber of Commerce Golf Open

    Event Date: July 20th, 2011

    For a great day of golf fundraising for the Chamber and D.I.F.D., The Daron Fund supporting youth mental health at The Royal.

    Myers Riders Football Home Opener

    Event Date: May 28th, 2011

    The home opener of the 2011 Ontario Varsity Football League are being dedicated to D.I.F.D. helping to raise awareness for youth mental health.

    D.I.F.D. Taking a Stand for Mental Health

    Event Date: May 5th, 2011

    Three school-busloads of Ontario children and youth will kill themselves this year.

    Ottawa Race Weekend

    Event Date: May 28th-29th, 2011

    The journey starts before you even step on the starting line. It begins with setting goals, logging countless training hours and kilometers in rain, sun and snow.

    1st Annual Charity Poker Tournament

    Date Event: April 20th, 2011

    This year the Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) will host its national event in Ottawa.

    Scotch & Wine Tasting Night

    Event Date: April 20th, 2011

    The Ottawa Whiskey Guild invites you to enjoy a great evening of scotch and wine tasting, matched with inspired food selections.

    Royal Pedicures & Manicures at The SPA

    Date Event: April 30th, 2011

    Throughout the month of April, a donation from every Royal Pedicure and Manicure* at either SPA Ottawa location will be directed to The Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health.

    The Open Golf Tournament

    Event Date: June 13th, 2011

    The Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health’s Annual Golf Tournament in support of patient care and research.

    Dragon Boat Festival

    Event Date: June 22nd - 24th, 2012

    Every year over 300 volunteers help to make the Festival a success. Last year, because of volunteers’ hard work, they were able to run the most successful festival to date and to help seven local charities.

    40 Back – What Goes Around Comes Around

    Drop off your items at Rikochet or Boomerang Kids and open a 40 back account. 40% of the proceeds from the sale are donated to The Royal.

    Bell Sensational Ride & Glide

    The Bell SENSational Ride & Glide presented by Huawei is an exclusive opportunity to skate on the same ice as your Ottawa Senators or get a look inside an NHL players gym while raising funds for mental health initiatives within the region.