Ottawa Branch - PPBSO

06/11/2024

The PPBSO’s Governance Committee has worked diligently to modernize and streamline our governance documents including a comprehensive update to our Codes of Conduct and Competition Rules.

More info - https://www.pipebandsontario.org/post/newppbsocodeofconduct

02/11/2024

Congratulations everyone! Click on the link for the PPBSO's full list of Champion Supreme winners.

https://www.pipebandsontario.org/post/2024-champion-supreme-winners

31/10/2024

It’s time to get your spook on! Whether you’re trick-or-treating or staying in, have a frightfully fun night. 🎃👻

20/10/2024

🏆 This evening we kicked off our 1st round of 2024-25 Knockouts Season! 🎉

The PPBSO - Ottawa Branch would like to extend a huge thank you to all competetors, attendees 👏👏👏. Our region continues to see truly talented musicians across all levels and last nights performances did not disappoint. We would also like to extend a thank you to our 3 esteemed Judges, Kahlil Cappucino, Mark Passmore and Jacob Dicker for their dedicated time and expert knowledge 🙌. Their critique and feedback is key to the competitor's development + success.

🎶The evening began with the Tenor A division and then moved on to some great tunes by our Snare C contestants. Following we had a strong contests in both C and A Piping with a combination of 21 participants 👏👏👏.

🎖Last but certainly not least, a MASSIVE thank you goes out to our volunteers, without your help the event would have been impossible.

View Results here 👉 https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/post/october-19th-knockout-results

19/10/2024

Get your friends together! Sounds like it would be a fun time!

It's time! Registration is now open for our 2nd Annual Trivia Night and Silent Auction! Hope to see you there!

18/10/2024

We are looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow evening to officially kick off the 2024-25 Knockouts Season!

The contest starts at 6pm at the Junior Ranks Mess (3rd Floor) 4 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa

Visit our website to purchase tickets
https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/knockout-series

17/10/2024

We’re thrilled to announce our Knockouts Round #1 Judges!

Join us on October 19th at 6pm for Piping & Snare A, C, & 40+ and Tenor A & B contests. The event is being held at the Junior Ranks Mess (3rd Floor) 4 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa

Visit our website to purchase tickets
https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/knockout-series

16/10/2024

REGISTRATION CLOSES TOMORROW

Join us on October 19th at 6pm for the first round of the 2024-25 season featuring Piping & Snare A, C, & 40+ and Tenor A & B. The event is being held at the Junior Ranks Mess (3rd Floor) 4 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa

Visit our website to register or purchase tickets
https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/knockout-series

15/10/2024

14/10/2024

All of us at the PPBSO Ottawa Branch would like to wish you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving!

09/10/2024

The PPBSO is holding a Special General Membership Meeting on October 10th, 2024 at 7:30pm via Zoom. The meeting is to discuss and vote on new by-laws, as required by new provincial legislation. Click on the link below for the Zoom link and more information.

https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/post/ppbso-special-general-membership-meeting-reminder

03/10/2024

If you're interested in applying for the Band of the Ceremonial Guard this coming summer season don't delay because audition spots are filling up quickly. Click on the link to learn more.

https://www.canada.ca/en/army/corporate/4-canadian-division/ceremonial-guard/auditions.html

02/10/2024

Knockout’s registration is now open! Come join us on October 19th at the Junior Ranks Mess (3rd Floor) for the first round of the 2024-25 season featuring Piping & Snare A,C, & 40+ and Tenor A & B.

***NEW THIS YEAR*** The deadline for all Knockout events registrations will now be the Wednesday before the contest. This allows our organizing committee to schedule timings and prepare contest documents in advance, ensuring a smoothly run event.

Visit our website to register or purchase tickets
https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/knockout-series

01/10/2024

We would like to congratulate Mr. Graeme Ogilive on his 22 years of service as Pipe Major with the RCMP Pipes, Drums and Dancers: National Capital Region.This is an incredible accomplishment and an example of true leadership and dedication. We would also like to congratulate lain tait as he begins his journey as the new Pipe Major.

01/10/2024

We would like to congratulate Mr. Graeme Ogilive on his 22 years of service as Pipe Major with the RCMP Pipes, Drums and Dancers: National Capital Region.This is an incredible accomplishment and an example of true leadership and dedication. We would also like to congratulate lain tait as he begins his journey as the new Pipe Major.

29/09/2024

Yesterday, the PPBSO Ottawa Branch held the Glengarry Cup, which was proudly judged by Brian Williamson and Bob Worrall. We would like to congratulate Tyler Bridge, the overall winner of the 2024 Glengarry Cup.

Piobaireachd Results:
1. Ian K. MacDonald - Scarce of Fishing
2. Tyler Bridge - Glengarry's March - Donald MacDonald setting
3. Alastair Murray - MacNeil of Barras March
4. Andrew Hayes - The Old Men of the Shells
5. Colin MacLellan - The Red Specked Bull

MSR Results:
1. Sean McKeown
2. Tyler Bridge
3. Joseph Biggs
4. Ian K. MacDonald
5. Andrew Hayes

Also competing in both events, but not in the prize list:
Aidan Bowen
Daniel Carr
Ross Davison
Jacob Dicker
Tyler Harris
Jenny Hazzard

The Ottawa Branch would like to thank RJW Stonemasons Ltd., presenting sponsor, as well as Benefactor, Darryl Lim from Billyard Insurance Group - Alta Vista. Their support makes this premier event possible.

28/09/2024

***ANNOUNCEMENT***

DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES WE WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTING CASH PAYMENTS FOR ADMISSION, BAR & SNACKS.

27/09/2024

Tomorrow's the Big Day!!!

This year's Glengarry Cup is proudly presented by RJW Stonemasons Ltd and will showcase the musical talents of professional pipers from across Ontario and beyond!

Tickets are available on our website as well as at the door.
https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/event-details/glengarry-cup-2024

There will be a bar offering a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks. Cash or tap will be accepted and all proceeds will benefit the PPBSO Ottawa Branch.

***Please note the new location*** Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church - 194 Fourth Ave, Ottawa, ON K1S 2L6.


Glengarry Pipe Band

24/09/2024

The Glengarry Cup is only a few days away so we wanted to take this opportunity to introduce the distinguished judges and incredibly talented contestants that will be a part of this year's competition.

Don't forget to visit our website and purchase your early bird tickets for $15 until September 27th at 11:00 am. General admission tickets are $20 after the early bird deadline and will also be available at the door.

https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/event-details/glengarry-cup-2024

23/09/2024

Congratulations to MacEóin-Ramsay Pipe Band!

Loon Mountain 2024

1st Place Gr4 Medley 🥇
3rd Place Gr4 MSR 🥉

18/09/2024

This year's Glengarry Cup is proudly presented by RJW Stonemasons Ltd who specialize in heritage masonry restoration meticulously crafted using the respected traditions and training from the past 6,000 years. We would also like to highlight our benefactor, Darryl Lim from Billyard Insurance Group - Alta Vista

Don't forget to visit our website and purchase your early bird tickets for $15 until September 27th at 11:00 am. General admission tickets are $20 after the early bird deadline and will also be available at the door.

https://www.ppbso-ottawa.org/event-details/glengarry-cup-2024


Glengarry Pipe Band

09/09/2024

📣🗓️ The 2024-25 Knockout Series is just around the corner so be sure to mark your calendar! Please note that we have added an additional evening to the series and have some exciting new changes planned for this year.

Our team is hard at work getting the website up and going for registration, so keep an eye on our socials and your email later this week for more information.