MEC x POW Season Opener 2024 // Ottawa

We wanted to bring the stoke to you - so we've added a few more locations to our tour. We’re excited to welcome you in-store to meet with your local POW Chapters, catch some ski films to get you stoked for winter, connect with your local community and win some epic prizing.

Everyone is welcome – we can’t wait to see you there!

In partnership with

Doors: 7:30pm

Show starts: 8:30pm

366 Richmond Road Ottawa, Ontario

Join us! Tickets are just $15 (+ fees) and all proceeds go to .

Mark your calendars - tickets go on sale to the public October 4 at 9:00AM PST

Film synopsis: Chris Rubens was living the dream. As a professional skier, for years he travelled the globe in search of the best skiing, until an expedition to Greenland brought the reality of climate change and his impact into sharp focus. Forced to confiront his footprint and values, he takes action, risking his career as an athlete to become an organic farmer in a quest to foster a stronger, more susainable community and connection to the mountains. (Photo credit: Bruno Long)

Film synopsis: "Slides on the Mountain" follows Talon (17) and Riki (15), two brothers from the Lil'wat Nation, as they decide to ski Ts'zil and set off to learn the skills they ned to ride the mountain safely. Their unique personalities shine as we follow them through the winter while their mentors and Lil'wat elders shed light on why it's so significant for Lil'wat elders shed light on why it's so signifcant for Lil'wat youth to be able to experience the mountains so deeply entrenched in their culture.

Your event ticket automatically gets you entered into the raffle. We’ll have lots of gear giveaways to get you ready for the winter season ahead. Want more chances to win? Additional raffle tickets are available for purchase at the event.

Stay tuned for exciting prizing...

All proceeds from the raffle will be donated to POW Canada, in their efforts to address climate change.

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You can also donate directly to POW and receive a tax receipt. However, donating through this link does not give you access to the event – it’s for donations above and beyond your ticket purchase.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

MEC Ottawa, 366 Richmond Road, Ottawa, Canada