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Events available for Registration...

Chamber Test Session
2/1/2024 - 12/1/2024
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Name Tag for Chamber Members
4/9/2024 - 12/31/2024
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Eggs and Issues 2024
8/29/2024 - 8/29/2024
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Events in the month of September 2024
DateEvent
9/4/2024
Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market located in Tractor Supply Parking Lot. Local Vendors, selling Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Flowers, Meat, Plants and much more!!!!

Wednesdays- 4pm-  6pm 
Saturdays- 8am-Noon

Starting first week of May and ending last week of October

 
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9/6/2024
 -9/7/2024
Ottawa City Wide Garage Sale is the first Friday and Saturday of September and the first Friday and Saturday of May.
If you're interested in being on the map to promote your garage sale, contact the ORC (Ottawa Recreation Center) at 785-242-1939
more info...
9/6/2024
Join us for a Chamber Coffee at Hope House in celebration of their 34th anniversary and more!


 
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9/7/2024
Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market located in Tractor Supply Parking Lot. Local Vendors, selling Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Flowers, Meat, Plants and much more!!!!

Wednesdays- 4pm-  6pm 
Saturdays- 8am-Noon

Starting first week of May and ending last week of October

 
more info...
9/11/2024
Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market located in Tractor Supply Parking Lot. Local Vendors, selling Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Flowers, Meat, Plants and much more!!!!

Wednesdays- 4pm-  6pm 
Saturdays- 8am-Noon

Starting first week of May and ending last week of October

 
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9/13/2024
Join us for a Chamber Coffee at Goppert State Service Bank.


 
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9/13/2024



It's Gala Time.

Join Prairie Paws for our 2024 Bow Meow Gala, replete with elegant attire, incredible auction items, and all for a fantastic cause.

Admission to this event includes a catered dinner and live entertainment, as well as the opportunity to bid on some of our most sought-after items. 

Bow Meow is our largest event of the year, providing over 10% of our operating budget in just one night. We're so thankful for your support and pledge to deliver a night worth remembering.


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9/13/2024

It's Gala Time.

Join us for our 2024 Bow Meow Gala, replete with elegant attire, incredible auction items, and a fantastic cause. We're turning a Friday the 13th superstitions into an opportunity to support a good cause!

Admission to this event includes a catered dinner and live entertainment, as well as the opportunity to bid on some of our most sought-after items.

Bow Meow is our largest event of the year, providing over 10% of our operating budget in just one night. We're so thankful for your support and pledge to deliver a night worth remembering.


more info...
9/14/2024
Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market located in Tractor Supply Parking Lot. Local Vendors, selling Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Flowers, Meat, Plants and much more!!!!

Wednesdays- 4pm-  6pm 
Saturdays- 8am-Noon

Starting first week of May and ending last week of October

 
more info...
9/17/2024
Join us for a Chamber Coffee at Westminster Presbyterian Church to meet the New Pastor - Darron Story


 
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9/18/2024
Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market located in Tractor Supply Parking Lot. Local Vendors, selling Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Flowers, Meat, Plants and much more!!!!

Wednesdays- 4pm-  6pm 
Saturdays- 8am-Noon

Starting first week of May and ending last week of October

 
more info...
9/20/2024
37th ANNUAL OL’ MARAIS RIVER RUN CAR SHOW
Friday and Saturday Schedule of Events, September 21-22, 2024
 
 
PLEASE NOTE: OTTAWA’S CITY ORDINANCE PROHIBITS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE PARK
 
 
 
**FRIDAY** 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.		 CHECK IN for PRE-REGISTERED guests in the large shelter house 3p.m. – 9p.m.
If you have NOT yet registered, you may avoid the crowd at Saturday's OFF-SITE location by registering Friday night at the large shelter house from 3p.m. - 9p.m.
T- shirt sales begin in the shelter house
Bop Daddies Band 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Friday night 50/50 pot with proceeds going to local charities.
 
 
SATURDAY 8:00 a.m.
  • Check in for PRE-REGISTERED guests will be available in the large shelter house starting at 8:00 a.m.
  • T-shirt sales in the shelter house. Food and commercial booths and Natl Guard
  • Saturday 50/50 pot sales begin in the shelter house. 50% to winner, 50% to the ORG Scholarship Fund
  • Complete your GREEN SATURDAY door prize drawing slip and drop it in the box at the door prize table to be eligible for the 4:00 p.m. drawings
9:00 a.m. Playing of the Star Spangled Banner.
 
 
9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.		 Transportation to downtown stores and Antique Shops.
1920’s era trolley sponsored by Franklin County Tourism for spectators and participants to ride from
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Route runs from Forest Park to North antique stores, 2nd & Main, and back to the Park.
There will also be a tram running in the park sponsored by Franklin County Tourism. Feel free to hop on and snd ride when you need to rest your feet.
10.00a.m. – 3:30 pm Scavenger Hunt Downtown-Sponsored by Main Street Assn and Ottawa Chamber of Commerce
Staff will be hanging out sheets Friday and Saturday. Scavenger Hunt ends at 3:30 p.m.
 
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.		 Under 25 Judging- if you are 24 years of age or younger and have your own car registered and licensed in your name, come to the area south of the main shelter house to be judged. Awards will be given immediately after judging. Watch for location signs and listen for announcements.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Pre-registration for 2025 - $35.00. Sept 20-21, 2025 Register at the large shelter house!
1:30 pm- 3:30 p.m. Poker Run- turn in sheets at Shelter House after completion of route. Sponsored by Ottawa Main Street Association.
 
1:00 p.m.		 Free kids games sponsored by the Gang. Located near the National Guard next to the softball field. There will be a variety of games and lots of prizes. Enter the coloring contest! Winners will be posted by 3:30 p.m.
 
4:00 p.m.		 Afternoon Door Prize and Cash Drawings – 50-50 Pot Drawing, door prizes, and cash prizes. Winners must show ID and their car must be in Forest Park to be eligible for door prizes.
 
5:00 p.m.
Cruise Night		 IMPORTANT- FROM MAIN SHELTER ROAD TO FRONT GATE FOLLOW SIGNS FOR CRUISE DIRECTIONS
 
 
 
5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.		 Back to the 60’s cruise night BEGINS AT 5:00 p.m. NO EARLY ENTRY ALLOWED! Please stay in the park and give us time to clear the streets in preparation for the cruise. LAWN CHAIR PARKING ONLY ALLOWED WHEN CAR LEAVES PARKING SPACE
TO CRUISE. Chairs are not to block street rod parking. Back into the spot you want and make them move! Street Legal Vehicles only. No burnouts or drag racing allowed. Dragging
Any part of your vehicle on pavement or ground is prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted.
Cruise ends at 9:00 pm.
**NEW FOR 2024**
 
5:00pm-9:00pm		 ROUTE 66 BAND ADVANTAGE ELECTRIC PARKING LOT 419 S MAIN (EAST SIDE OF MAIN STREET)

37th ANNUAL OL’ MARAIS RIVER RUN CAR SHOW
Sunday Schedule of Events, September 21st, 2024 WELCOME FROM THE OVER THE ROAD GANG!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUNDAY 8:00 a.m.		  
  • T-shirt sales in the shelter house (if there are any left!)
  • SUNDAY 50/50 pot sales begin in the shelter house. 50% to winner, 50% to local charity
  • Food concessions – commercial booths
  • Be sure to complete your YELLOW SUNDAY door prize drawing slip and deposit it at the large shelter house.This slip is specifically for the 1:00 p.m. Special Door prize and cash award ceremony.
8:30 a.m. Playing of the Star Spangled Banner
9:00 CHURCH SERVICE IN LARGE TENT BESIDE THE SHELTER HOUSE
 
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.		 Pre-registration for 2025 - $35.00. Come to the large shelter house to get your registration in early for our 38h Annual show to be held September 20-21, 2025
 
Approx. 1:00 p.m.		 Cash Prizes / Door Prize Drawings
*** COMPLETE CHEVROLET MOTOR GIVEN AWAY ON SUNDAY***
Door prize winners MUST SHOW ID, their window sticker, and have their Registered car on the grounds for door prize eligibility.

 
 
If you have any questions or problems throughout the weekend, please look for our club members who will be wearing bright Green HOST shirts on Saturday and Red Shirts on Sunday. We will be happy to help you in any way we can!
The members of the Over the Road Gang, Inc. would like to thank you for coming to our show. We will proudly sponsor the 38th Annual Ol’ Marais River Run next year. It will be held as usual on the third full weekend in September, 2025. The dates will be September 20-21, 2025. Be sure to get us on your calendar! We hope you had a great time while visiting in Ottawa! Please have a safe trip home. If you have suggestions or ways we can improve our show, please go to our website at www.olmarais.com or email overtheroadgang@gmail.com or mail us at Over the Road Gang, Inc., Box 843, Ottawa, Kansas 66067.

Commercial Vendors : Paul Snethen, 785-550-8935, paulsnethen7@gmail.com
Food Vendors: Sandy Snethen at 785-550-5263 or by email at sandy@sunflower.com
 
more info...
9/21/2024
Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market located in Tractor Supply Parking Lot. Local Vendors, selling Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Flowers, Meat, Plants and much more!!!!

Wednesdays- 4pm-  6pm 
Saturdays- 8am-Noon

Starting first week of May and ending last week of October

 
more info...
9/21/2024
37th ANNUAL OL’ MARAIS RIVER RUN CAR SHOW
Friday and Saturday Schedule of Events, September 21-22, 2024
 
 
PLEASE NOTE: OTTAWA’S CITY ORDINANCE PROHIBITS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE PARK
 
 
 
**FRIDAY** 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.		 CHECK IN for PRE-REGISTERED guests in the large shelter house 3p.m. – 9p.m.
If you have NOT yet registered, you may avoid the crowd at Saturday's OFF-SITE location by registering Friday night at the large shelter house from 3p.m. - 9p.m.
T- shirt sales begin in the shelter house
Bop Daddies Band 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Friday night 50/50 pot with proceeds going to local charities.
 
 
SATURDAY 8:00 a.m.
  • Check in for PRE-REGISTERED guests will be available in the large shelter house starting at 8:00 a.m.
  • T-shirt sales in the shelter house. Food and commercial booths and Natl Guard
  • Saturday 50/50 pot sales begin in the shelter house. 50% to winner, 50% to the ORG Scholarship Fund
  • Complete your GREEN SATURDAY door prize drawing slip and drop it in the box at the door prize table to be eligible for the 4:00 p.m. drawings
9:00 a.m. Playing of the Star Spangled Banner.
 
 
9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.		 Transportation to downtown stores and Antique Shops.
1920’s era trolley sponsored by Franklin County Tourism for spectators and participants to ride from
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Route runs from Forest Park to North antique stores, 2nd & Main, and back to the Park.
There will also be a tram running in the park sponsored by Franklin County Tourism. Feel free to hop on and snd ride when you need to rest your feet.
10.00a.m. – 3:30 pm Scavenger Hunt Downtown-Sponsored by Main Street Assn and Ottawa Chamber of Commerce
Staff will be hanging out sheets Friday and Saturday. Scavenger Hunt ends at 3:30 p.m.
 
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.		 Under 25 Judging- if you are 24 years of age or younger and have your own car registered and licensed in your name, come to the area south of the main shelter house to be judged. Awards will be given immediately after judging. Watch for location signs and listen for announcements.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Pre-registration for 2025 - $35.00. Sept 20-21, 2025 Register at the large shelter house!
1:30 pm- 3:30 p.m. Poker Run- turn in sheets at Shelter House after completion of route. Sponsored by Ottawa Main Street Association.
 
1:00 p.m.		 Free kids games sponsored by the Gang. Located near the National Guard next to the softball field. There will be a variety of games and lots of prizes. Enter the coloring contest! Winners will be posted by 3:30 p.m.
 
4:00 p.m.		 Afternoon Door Prize and Cash Drawings – 50-50 Pot Drawing, door prizes, and cash prizes. Winners must show ID and their car must be in Forest Park to be eligible for door prizes.
 
5:00 p.m.
Cruise Night		 IMPORTANT- FROM MAIN SHELTER ROAD TO FRONT GATE FOLLOW SIGNS FOR CRUISE DIRECTIONS
 
 
 
5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.		 Back to the 60’s cruise night BEGINS AT 5:00 p.m. NO EARLY ENTRY ALLOWED! Please stay in the park and give us time to clear the streets in preparation for the cruise. LAWN CHAIR PARKING ONLY ALLOWED WHEN CAR LEAVES PARKING SPACE
TO CRUISE. Chairs are not to block street rod parking. Back into the spot you want and make them move! Street Legal Vehicles only. No burnouts or drag racing allowed. Dragging
Any part of your vehicle on pavement or ground is prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted.
Cruise ends at 9:00 pm.
**NEW FOR 2024**
 
5:00pm-9:00pm		 ROUTE 66 BAND ADVANTAGE ELECTRIC PARKING LOT 419 S MAIN (EAST SIDE OF MAIN STREET)

37th ANNUAL OL’ MARAIS RIVER RUN CAR SHOW
Sunday Schedule of Events, September 21st, 2024 WELCOME FROM THE OVER THE ROAD GANG!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUNDAY 8:00 a.m.		  
  • T-shirt sales in the shelter house (if there are any left!)
  • SUNDAY 50/50 pot sales begin in the shelter house. 50% to winner, 50% to local charity
  • Food concessions – commercial booths
  • Be sure to complete your YELLOW SUNDAY door prize drawing slip and deposit it at the large shelter house.This slip is specifically for the 1:00 p.m. Special Door prize and cash award ceremony.
8:30 a.m. Playing of the Star Spangled Banner
9:00 CHURCH SERVICE IN LARGE TENT BESIDE THE SHELTER HOUSE
 
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.		 Pre-registration for 2025 - $35.00. Come to the large shelter house to get your registration in early for our 38h Annual show to be held September 20-21, 2025
 
Approx. 1:00 p.m.		 Cash Prizes / Door Prize Drawings
*** COMPLETE CHEVROLET MOTOR GIVEN AWAY ON SUNDAY***
Door prize winners MUST SHOW ID, their window sticker, and have their Registered car on the grounds for door prize eligibility.

 
 
If you have any questions or problems throughout the weekend, please look for our club members who will be wearing bright Green HOST shirts on Saturday and Red Shirts on Sunday. We will be happy to help you in any way we can!
The members of the Over the Road Gang, Inc. would like to thank you for coming to our show. We will proudly sponsor the 38th Annual Ol’ Marais River Run next year. It will be held as usual on the third full weekend in September, 2025. The dates will be September 20-21, 2025. Be sure to get us on your calendar! We hope you had a great time while visiting in Ottawa! Please have a safe trip home. If you have suggestions or ways we can improve our show, please go to our website at www.olmarais.com or email overtheroadgang@gmail.com or mail us at Over the Road Gang, Inc., Box 843, Ottawa, Kansas 66067.

Commercial Vendors : Paul Snethen, 785-550-8935, paulsnethen7@gmail.com
Food Vendors: Sandy Snethen at 785-550-5263 or by email at sandy@sunflower.com
 
more info...
9/22/2024
37th ANNUAL OL’ MARAIS RIVER RUN CAR SHOW
Friday and Saturday Schedule of Events, September 21-22, 2024
 
 
PLEASE NOTE: OTTAWA’S CITY ORDINANCE PROHIBITS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE PARK
 
 
 
**FRIDAY** 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.		 CHECK IN for PRE-REGISTERED guests in the large shelter house 3p.m. – 9p.m.
If you have NOT yet registered, you may avoid the crowd at Saturday's OFF-SITE location by registering Friday night at the large shelter house from 3p.m. - 9p.m.
T- shirt sales begin in the shelter house
Bop Daddies Band 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Friday night 50/50 pot with proceeds going to local charities.
 
 
SATURDAY 8:00 a.m.
  • Check in for PRE-REGISTERED guests will be available in the large shelter house starting at 8:00 a.m.
  • T-shirt sales in the shelter house. Food and commercial booths and Natl Guard
  • Saturday 50/50 pot sales begin in the shelter house. 50% to winner, 50% to the ORG Scholarship Fund
  • Complete your GREEN SATURDAY door prize drawing slip and drop it in the box at the door prize table to be eligible for the 4:00 p.m. drawings
9:00 a.m. Playing of the Star Spangled Banner.
 
 
9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.		 Transportation to downtown stores and Antique Shops.
1920’s era trolley sponsored by Franklin County Tourism for spectators and participants to ride from
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Route runs from Forest Park to North antique stores, 2nd & Main, and back to the Park.
There will also be a tram running in the park sponsored by Franklin County Tourism. Feel free to hop on and snd ride when you need to rest your feet.
10.00a.m. – 3:30 pm Scavenger Hunt Downtown-Sponsored by Main Street Assn and Ottawa Chamber of Commerce
Staff will be hanging out sheets Friday and Saturday. Scavenger Hunt ends at 3:30 p.m.
 
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.		 Under 25 Judging- if you are 24 years of age or younger and have your own car registered and licensed in your name, come to the area south of the main shelter house to be judged. Awards will be given immediately after judging. Watch for location signs and listen for announcements.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Pre-registration for 2025 - $35.00. Sept 20-21, 2025 Register at the large shelter house!
1:30 pm- 3:30 p.m. Poker Run- turn in sheets at Shelter House after completion of route. Sponsored by Ottawa Main Street Association.
 
1:00 p.m.		 Free kids games sponsored by the Gang. Located near the National Guard next to the softball field. There will be a variety of games and lots of prizes. Enter the coloring contest! Winners will be posted by 3:30 p.m.
 
4:00 p.m.		 Afternoon Door Prize and Cash Drawings – 50-50 Pot Drawing, door prizes, and cash prizes. Winners must show ID and their car must be in Forest Park to be eligible for door prizes.
 
5:00 p.m.
Cruise Night		 IMPORTANT- FROM MAIN SHELTER ROAD TO FRONT GATE FOLLOW SIGNS FOR CRUISE DIRECTIONS
 
 
 
5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.		 Back to the 60’s cruise night BEGINS AT 5:00 p.m. NO EARLY ENTRY ALLOWED! Please stay in the park and give us time to clear the streets in preparation for the cruise. LAWN CHAIR PARKING ONLY ALLOWED WHEN CAR LEAVES PARKING SPACE
TO CRUISE. Chairs are not to block street rod parking. Back into the spot you want and make them move! Street Legal Vehicles only. No burnouts or drag racing allowed. Dragging
Any part of your vehicle on pavement or ground is prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted.
Cruise ends at 9:00 pm.
**NEW FOR 2024**
 
5:00pm-9:00pm		 ROUTE 66 BAND ADVANTAGE ELECTRIC PARKING LOT 419 S MAIN (EAST SIDE OF MAIN STREET)

37th ANNUAL OL’ MARAIS RIVER RUN CAR SHOW
Sunday Schedule of Events, September 21st, 2024 WELCOME FROM THE OVER THE ROAD GANG!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SUNDAY 8:00 a.m.		  
  • T-shirt sales in the shelter house (if there are any left!)
  • SUNDAY 50/50 pot sales begin in the shelter house. 50% to winner, 50% to local charity
  • Food concessions – commercial booths
  • Be sure to complete your YELLOW SUNDAY door prize drawing slip and deposit it at the large shelter house.This slip is specifically for the 1:00 p.m. Special Door prize and cash award ceremony.
8:30 a.m. Playing of the Star Spangled Banner
9:00 CHURCH SERVICE IN LARGE TENT BESIDE THE SHELTER HOUSE
 
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.		 Pre-registration for 2025 - $35.00. Come to the large shelter house to get your registration in early for our 38h Annual show to be held September 20-21, 2025
 
Approx. 1:00 p.m.		 Cash Prizes / Door Prize Drawings
*** COMPLETE CHEVROLET MOTOR GIVEN AWAY ON SUNDAY***
Door prize winners MUST SHOW ID, their window sticker, and have their Registered car on the grounds for door prize eligibility.

 
 
If you have any questions or problems throughout the weekend, please look for our club members who will be wearing bright Green HOST shirts on Saturday and Red Shirts on Sunday. We will be happy to help you in any way we can!
The members of the Over the Road Gang, Inc. would like to thank you for coming to our show. We will proudly sponsor the 38th Annual Ol’ Marais River Run next year. It will be held as usual on the third full weekend in September, 2025. The dates will be September 20-21, 2025. Be sure to get us on your calendar! We hope you had a great time while visiting in Ottawa! Please have a safe trip home. If you have suggestions or ways we can improve our show, please go to our website at www.olmarais.com or email overtheroadgang@gmail.com or mail us at Over the Road Gang, Inc., Box 843, Ottawa, Kansas 66067.

Commercial Vendors : Paul Snethen, 785-550-8935, paulsnethen7@gmail.com
Food Vendors: Sandy Snethen at 785-550-5263 or by email at sandy@sunflower.com
 
more info...
9/25/2024
Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market located in Tractor Supply Parking Lot. Local Vendors, selling Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Flowers, Meat, Plants and much more!!!!

Wednesdays- 4pm-  6pm 
Saturdays- 8am-Noon

Starting first week of May and ending last week of October

 
more info...
9/27/2024
Join us for a Chamber Coffee for Ottawa Optimists. 
Location is To Be Determined.


 
more info...
9/27/2024
We are so excited for our 19th Annual - LADIES NIGHT OUT!
Please join us at Legacy Square to register from 1-7pm.



 
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9/28/2024
Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market located in Tractor Supply Parking Lot. Local Vendors, selling Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Flowers, Meat, Plants and much more!!!!

Wednesdays- 4pm-  6pm 
Saturdays- 8am-Noon

Starting first week of May and ending last week of October

 
more info...
9/30/2024
Historic Plaza Cinema 209 S. Main St. Ottawa Kansas
Classic Movie Monday is held most last Mondays of every month (holiday schedule used in May and December).
Summer Stock - Gene Kelly & Judy Garland.  1 hour 49 minutes. ​

Enjoy a free classic movie every month at the Plaza Cinema. Popcorn and drinks are provided to all those in attendance free of cost. Movie Museum will be open 1 hour before and after our feature show for your browsing pleasure!

Sponsored by your friends at Rock Creek of Ottawa and Beetty Birzer, Reece Nichols Town & Country Realty
Concession popcorn and drink provided courtesy of OakStar Bank Ottawa and AdventHealth Ottawa
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