Legacy of our Founder:

We want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude to the founders of our organization, your unwavering dedication and commitment to the growth and success of the Ethiopian community in Ottawa. Your willingness to open up your basements and provide a space for our community's businesses to thrive, even in the face of challenges, is truly admirable.

We are deeply appreciative of all the hard work, energy, time, knowledge, and resources that you have invested in building the strong and vibrant community that we see today. Your vision, leadership, and perseverance have paved the way for us to come together, celebrate our culture, and support one another in our endeavours.

Your selfless acts of generosity and kindness have not gone unnoticed, and we are forever grateful for everything you do to enrich and strengthen our community. Thank you for your passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all of us.

Look through the history of the Ethiopian Community Association of Ottawa with the founders of this organization. Read about the impact they made in 1985 with an idea to help the Ethiopian Community in Ottawa to support and lift one another for a better life in Canada. Scroll down and dive into the creation of this organization and how their idea became a reality.

Historical Document

Letters from Government offices & Organizations