Welcome to ADAAWE

A co-working and community hub for Indigenous entrepreneurs, creators and business owners in the National Capital Region to gather, learn, collaborate, trade and thrive on the unceded Algonquin Territory.

Upcoming Events

ADAAWE Office Hours

21 Jan 2026 10:00 AM • 338 Somerset St. W., Ottawa, ON
Build What Your Business Actually Needs

23 Jan 2026 12:00 PM • 338 Somerset St. W., Ottawa, ON
Practical SEO & Earned Media

27 Jan 2026 3:00 PM • 338 Somerset St. W., Ottawa, ON
ADAAWE Office Hours

4 Feb 2026 10:00 AM • 338 Somerset St. W., Ottawa, ON
Digital Expert Office Hours

5 Feb 2026 12:00 PM • 338 Somerset St. W., Ottawa, ON
Karla Briones - Business Expert Office Hours

5 Feb 2026 1:00 PM • 338 Somerset St. W., Ottawa, ON
Creating a Business Pitch for Competitions

5 Feb 2026 3:15 PM • 338 Somerset St. W., Ottawa, ON
Indigenous Entrepreneurs Mixer

5 Feb 2026 5:00 PM • 338 Somerset St. W

January Member Spotlight

Marc Forgette, a member of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation and Bear Clan, is the founder of Makatew Workshops, where he creates meaningful opportunities for learning, dialogue, and relationship-building through hands-on workshops, keynote presentations, and cultural education.

We’re proud to highlight his inspiring journey of building bridges through culture, purpose, and entrepreneurship. Read more.

ADAAWE is a hub for Indigenous entrepreneurs in the National Capital Region to gather, learn, and thrive on unceded Algonquin Territory.

Open Monday to Friday

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

338 Somerset St. W.

Ottawa, ON

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