Ottawa's Community for Young Leaders

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JCI Ottawa is where young professionals, entrepreneurs, and students build leadership, real connections, and lasting community impact.

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30+

Active Members

350+

JCI Canada

100+

Countries

200K+

Worldwide

Individual Development

Build leadership skills, public speaking confidence, and the mindset to take on bigger challenges in your career and life.

Business & Entrepreneurship

Connect with founders, operators, and innovators. Access mentorship and build the network that moves your business forward.

Community Impact

Create real, lasting change in Ottawa. Lead meaningful projects, partner with local organizations, and build a legacy.

International Cooperation

Join a global movement in 100+ countries. Attend international conferences and collaborate with JCI chapters worldwide.

Growth Room Series

Flagship monthly gathering - every first Saturday. Guest speakers, honest conversations, and life skills you can use immediately.

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Networking as a PRO

Build authentic relationships and expand your professional network in ways that create real opportunity.

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Community Impact Projects

Lead real initiatives that make Ottawa better - from environmental campaigns to social projects with local nonprofits.

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Rajnarayan Subbarayalu

President

Kira Evans

Vice President

Robin Mathew

Immediate Past President

Nanda Suraj

Director of Membership

Anam Vakil

Director of Programs

Venkateshwara Chinthalapudi

Treasurer

Shoumik Desai

Director of Training & Skill Development

Business & Entrep. Networking as a PRO - Conversations That Open Doors

September 30, 2026 · 5:30–8:30 PM

Networking as a PRO - Conversations That Open Doors

Build authentic relationships and expand your network in ways that create real opportunity.

TIMS Nicol Building, Carleton University, Room NI 3030

Regional

EASTERN
CONNECT

2026

October 3, 2026 · Kingston, ON

Eastern Connect 2026

JCI Canada Eastern Region annual gathering - connect with young leaders from across Eastern Canada.

Kingston, Ontario

Governance

Local Board
Elections

2026–2027

October 24, 2026

Local Board Elections

Cast your vote and shape JCI Ottawa's leadership for 2027. Members only - contact the board for details.

Ottawa, ON

November 2026 - Date TBD

Growth Room Series - November 2026

The next instalment of JCI Ottawa's flagship monthly series. Expert-led session with 45-min talk, 15-min Q&A, and 30-min networking. Topic and details coming soon.

Ottawa, ON

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