Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the Swedish Club of Ottawa?
A. The Swedish Club in Ottawa is a not-for-profit organization that was founded in 2008 in order to support Swedish traditions and culture in the Ottawa area. Its main purpose is to support supplementary education in the Swedish language, traditions and culture for children ages 4-14 living in the Ottawa area.
Q. What is the Swedish School in Ottawa?
A. The Swedish School in Ottawa is a Swedish language school for elementary school children in the Ottawa area. Presently (2008-09) there are 20 students in two classes, one for the younger children ages 5-9, and one for the older ages 10-14. Each class has a Swedish instructor. A Swedish speaking high school student is earning community credits working as a volunteer with the older students. Parents are off and on helping out in the class rooms.
The supplementary Swedish language school is administered by Ottawa Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) under their International languages program.
The school is also supported by the Swedish government (Skolstyrelsen).
Q. Can anyone join the Swedish Club?
A. Yes, the Swedish Club in Ottawa is open to everyone. Most members have a connection to Sweden, but you don’t have to be a Swedish citizen or even speak Swedish to join. Many members come from “mixed” Swedish and Canadian families with different levels of language skills. If you're intersted in become a member, click on the Contact link for contact information.
Q. Can anyone join the Swedish School in Ottawa?
A. Anyone between the ages of 4 and 14 can sign up for the Swedish School. Most students have at least one Swedish-speaking parent in the home. While the school is open to everyone, the classes are taught almost exclusively in Swedish, making it difficult for someone without a modicum of Swedish language skills to participate meaningfully in the curriculum.
The supplementary Swedish language school is administered by Ottawa Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) under their International languages program.
