Hindu Temple Ottawa-Carleton
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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

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Arti Hours

10:00 am and 7.30 pm 

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Next Health Seminar: Physical Activity and Chronic Disease Prevention. Nov 15, 2026: Due to Diwali celebrations on Sunday, November 8, this seminar will be held on the third Sunday of the month.

Next Health Seminar: Physical Activity and Chronic Disease Prevention. Nov 15, 2026: Due to Diwali celebrations on Sunday, November 8, this seminar will be held on the third Sunday of the month.

Many factors contribute to the prevention of chronic diseases, and physical activity is one of the most important. But what type of activity is best, and how much is enough?

Join us for our next health seminar as we explore the vital role physical activity plays in maintaining health and reducing the risk of chronic illness.

Please note: Due to Diwali celebrations on Sunday, November 8, this seminar will be held on the third Sunday of the month.

Topic

Physical Activity

Speaker

Dr. Gokul Krishnamoorthy
MD (Russia), MRCGP (UK), CCFP (Canada)

Seminar Objectives

Participants will learn about:

  1. Understanding physical activity in its broadest sense
  2. The many health benefits of regular physical activity
  3. Setting realistic and personalised goals for lasting healthy habits
  4. Overcoming common barriers and exercising safely

Event Details

Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

We encourage everyone to attend and benefit from this informative session.

All are welcome.

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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

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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

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Arti Hours

10:00 am and 7.30 pm

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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)

Next Health Seminar: Physical Activity and Chronic Disease Prevention. Nov 15, 2026: Due to Diwali celebrations on Sunday, November 8, this seminar will be held on the third Sunday of the month.

Many factors contribute to the prevention of chronic diseases, and physical activity is one of the most important. But what type of activity is best, and how much is enough?

Join us for our next health seminar as we explore the vital role physical activity plays in maintaining health and reducing the risk of chronic illness.

Please note: Due to Diwali celebrations on Sunday, November 8, this seminar will be held on the third Sunday of the month.

Topic

Physical Activity

Speaker

Dr. Gokul Krishnamoorthy
MD (Russia), MRCGP (UK), CCFP (Canada)

Seminar Objectives

Participants will learn about:

  1. Understanding physical activity in its broadest sense
  2. The many health benefits of regular physical activity
  3. Setting realistic and personalised goals for lasting healthy habits
  4. Overcoming common barriers and exercising safely

Event Details

Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

We encourage everyone to attend and benefit from this informative session.

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.

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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