The Ottawa Branch executive would like to take the time to thank all who celebrated their St. Andrews Day at this years 2nd Knockout Contest. Furthermore, A huge thank you is extended to all competetors, attendees and volunteers for their continued support and engagment. Finally, We would also like to acknowledge the evenings 3 talented Judges, Arnaud Jean-Louis, Joe Kiah and Chris Dodson for their dedicated time and expert knowledge.
Annual General Meeting Recap
The evening began with the AGM where the community voted in the 2024-2025 branch executive facilitated by Brian Williamson.
President - Anne Seigmiller |
Past President - Wendy Baskerville |
Treasurer - Cindy McGillivray Ritchie |
VP of Logistics - Ian Ferguson Fleming |
VP of Communications - Jaymee McCarthy |
VP Music - Brian Williamson |
Secretary - David Rankin |
Important Dates for the 2024-2025 season;
The Ottawa Branch Indoor Contest will take place on May 10th 2025 at St. Michaels Catholic High School in Kemptville. Further information be shared via our website, social media and newsletter in the new year.
The Glengarry Cup will take place on September 27th 2025 and will run parallel with the Peacekeepers Memorial weekend. Competitors will perform in a piobaireahd event in the morning followed by the MSR contest in the evening. Information regarding the venue and further details will be announced as they become available.
NEW!!! PPBSO Ottawa Branch - Band Advisory Board
The Branch is thrilled to announce the establishment of a new Band Advisory Board! This initiative aims to provide an opportunity for all our bands and their members to share their thoughts, concerns, and areas where we can offer support.
To ensure each band has a voice, the branch kindly asks that every band within the branch selects one representative to serve on the advisory board. The board will convene three times a year, offering both in-person and online meeting formats.
*** We request that the Pipe Majors from each PPBSO Ottawa Branch band email us with the contact information for their chosen committee member by no later than December 31, 2024. We look forward to working together to strengthen our community and enhance the experiences of all members!
The PPBSO - Parent Organization AGM
The PPBSO AGM will be heald on December 7th at 10:00am over Zoom. We highly encourage our members to attend and participate.
AGM material can be found at: https://www.pipebandsontario.org/agm-documents
The meeting link is:
Meeting ID: 824 8878 3447
Passcode: 016303
******** For more information on the topics covered please see the PPBSO-Ottawa Branch AGM Minutes >> https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/post/ppbso-ottawa-branch-2024-meeting-minutes
Results
Bass B : 2/4 March
Judge: Arnaud Jean-Louis
Claire Stanhope
Snare B: 6/8 March
Judge: Joe Kiah
Duncan MacDougall
Snare A: 2 6/8 Marches
Judge: Joe Kiah
Ian Xu
Piping B: Air, 6/8 March
Judge: Chris Dodson
Nolan-Patrick Cunningham
Tristan Perry
Jarod St Pierre
Rory MacDonald
Scott Benjamin
Nathan Stewart
Piping A: MSR
Judge: Chris Dodson
Nico Gravel
Erin Bell
Matthew Parsons
Hugh Metcalf
Mike Fenton
Kris Bawden
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