Celebrate Ottawa

Ottawa's Poet Laureate Jamaal Jackson Rogers

Jamaal Jackson Rogers; stage name JustJamaal ThePoet, is a nationally recognized independent artist, creative entrepreneur and arts educator. He is the recently appointed Ottawa English Poet Laureate, a position that has not been occupied in the city of Ottawa for the past 30 years, and has been awarded the outstanding Artist Educator Award by the Ontario Arts Foundation. Join us as we talk to this amazing poet/writer, spoken word practitioner, recording rap artist, and stage performer.

Celebrate Ottawa

Born at the confluence of three great rivers, Ottawa has evolved from humble rustic beginnings, into a bustling lumber town and now a thriving metropolis with an easy cosmopolitan vibe. With its rich history, unique geography, and diverse arts, culture and people, Canada’s capital has much to offer for visitors and those who call it home. It is a city of more than one million people, steeped in culture, alive with celebration, and an urban centre on the edge of nature.

Celebrate Ottawa is a showcase of the attributes and achievements that make our community so unique. Host Leila Grein takes our viewers on location to interesting events taking place in the city and gives them an exclusive behind the scenes look. She speaks to remarkable people that are inspirational and driving forces behind this city's creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and community initiatives. The show is complemented by a collection of stories that frame this incredible city. These unique story angles uncover a different side to Ottawa, portraying it as more than just the nation's capital. Come explore this dynamic city with us!

Our new season started October 6, 2024. Catch us on Sundays at 7pm for new episodes. Thank you for watching!

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Leila Grein

Leila is the Producer and Host of Celebrate Ottawa on Rogers tv. She is interested in covering stories on politics, architecture, arts, community events, travel and inspirational people. Leila has previously hosted a couple episodes of Ottawa Eats going behind-the-scenes to cook with some of the city’s best chefs and most popular restaurants. You can also catch Leila reporting on features for one of Rogers tv's former shows Operation Support Local.