A one-day community summit exploring fatherhood, leadership, development, and long-term generational impact.
About this Event

Where Are the Fathers: The Fatherhood and Legacy Summit is a one-day community event exploring fatherhood, leadership, responsibility, and long-term generational impact.

The event brings together fathers, father figures, mentors, and community leaders for thoughtful and practical conversations about presence, growth, and the role men play in shaping families and communities.

Through moderated panel discussions, community engagement, and creative programming, the summit creates space for constructive dialogue, shared experience, and insights that help you move forward.

What to Expect:

The day includes three curated panel conversations:

Co-Parenting/Conflict Resolution (Two Seats, One Driver)
A discussion on co-parenting, conflict resolution, and how to remain present while creating a safe environment for children and youth.

Physical and Mental Resilience (Fit to Lead)
Insights on building and maintaining physical and emotional health for long-term sustainability.

Financial and Value Development (Legacy Over Luxury)
A discussion on stewardship, values, and long-term thinking in family and community life.

Detailed panel descriptions and updates can be found here:
imknownstudios.com/waf

The summit will also include “For My Dad,” a BEING Studio exhibition, featuring artwork reflecting on fatherhood, memory, and family relationships.

In addition to the panels, the event will include:

A community courtyard space for connection
A Creation Hub with family-friendly engagement
Community partners and resources
Opportunities for networking, reflection, and dialogue

Ticket Options:

Full Summit Experience (Panels + Lunch) - $50

Experience the full Fatherhood & Legacy Summit.

Includes:

Access to all summit panels
Free lunch
Access to the courtyard and Creation Hub
Community partner resources
Gift bag

Lunch tickets are limited.

Single Panel Ticket - $20

Attend one panel conversation of your choice during the Fatherhood & Legacy Summit.

Includes:

Access to one panel discussion
Courtyard access
Community partner engagement

Lunch not included.

Courtyard & Creation Hub Access - Free

Access to the outdoor courtyard space and Creation Hub activities.

Includes:

Community engagement space
Partner organizations and resources
Family-friendly creative engagement

This ticket does not include access to panel discussions inside the gallery.

*Seating inside the gallery is limited.*

Creation Hub Guidelines:

The Creation Hub is a family-friendly outdoor engagement space in the courtyard featuring creative activities, community organizations, and opportunities for connection.

Children are welcome when accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

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We look forward to seeing you there!

The City of Ottawa has partnered with artist-led Stéphane Alexis in support of Where Are The Fathers