News & Updates
Significance of Angaraki Sankatahara Chaturthi
Sankatahara Chaturthi (January 6) A sacred day in South India dedicated to Lord Ganesha (Pillaiyar) the remover of obstacles. Observed as Angaraki Chaturthi, it is believed to grant strength, peace, and relief from life’s difficulties through fasting, prayer, and moon darshan.
The Cosmic Dance of Grace: Celebrating Arudra Darshanam at SVT Ottawa
Arudra Darshanam at the Siva Vishnu Temple of Ottawa celebrates Lord Shiva’s sacred Ananda Tandavam, the cosmic dance of bliss that blesses devotees with peace and spiritual upliftment. Rooted in ancient Vedic and Tamil tradition, the festival honors Shiva’s descent to Chidambaram, his victory over ego, and the rare divine vision he grants. The celebration highlights the Pancha Kritya—the five acts of creation, protection, destruction, illusion, and grace. SVT Ottawa marks the day with Nava Kalasa Homam, Abhishekam for Sri Amirthakadeswarar and Abirami Amman, and the main Arudra Darshanam, inviting devotees to begin the year with clarity and devotion.
Dec 28: Early Temple Closure and Event Rescheduling
Due to severe weather conditions expected in the Ottawa area, the Temple will close at 7pm on Sunday, 28 December 2025, in the interest of safety for all devotees, volunteers, and staff.
📅 Date: Sunday, 28 December 2025
🕒 Early Closure Time: 7pm
🌨️ Reason: Severe weather and unsafe travel conditions
🎭 Cultural Event Update:
The cultural event scheduled for 28 December 2025 will be rescheduled to a later date. The new date and time will be announced soon through Temple communications.
Cosmic Union in Ottawa: Siva-Parvathi Kalyana Mahotsavam Approaches
The Siva Vishnu Temple of Ottawa announces the upcoming Siva-Parvathi Kalyanam, set for Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Carp Agricultural Hall in Carp, ON. This revered event marks the divine union of Lord Siva and Goddess Parvathi, symbolizing cosmic harmony and spiritual awakening. All are invited to attend this sacred ceremony.
A New Chapter Begins: Bhoomi Pooja for Our Temple
We are thrilled to share the news we have all been waiting for with our community!
Our temple has secured a beautiful and spacious new location in the Richmond area, creating a sacred space dedicated to worship, spiritual growth, and cultural enrichment for generations to come.
On Sunday, June 15, 2025, we celebrated a momentous milestone with an overwhelming turnout for the Groundbreaking Ceremony and Open House of our new temple.
Exciting Announcement: Our New Temple Location & Grand Opening!
We are delighted to announce that our temple has found a nice and big location, creating a sacred space for our wonderful community. This new temple, to be located in Richmond area is all geared up to serve as a place of worship, spiritual growth, and cultural enrichment.
A Glimpse Into the Future: Draft Temple Layout Unveiled
With deep devotion and careful planning, we are proud to present the first draft of the proposed long-term layout and structural design for our future temple. This is a major step forward in transforming our collective vision into a sacred space that will serve generations to come.