Where Are the Fathers: The Fatherhood and Legacy Summit

IM Known Studios has partnered with the City of Ottawa to bring you Where Are the Fathers: The Fatherhood and Legacy Summit

Where Are the Fathers is a one-day community summit 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.

The day includes three curated panel conversations:

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.

Fit to Lead
Insights on building and maintaining physical and emotional health for long-term sustainability.

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

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
• Resource 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.*

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.

We look forward to walking with you as you navigate life's greatest challenges.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

SAW, 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, Canada

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