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News!

May 25th Ottawa Birdies anniversary tournament.  Congrats to our medalists and for the rest of you, well fought!

International tournament

🆕🚨 International Tournament in Stockholm, Sweden (June 11-June 13, 2027) Be part of the Ottawa Birdies competitive team representing us at an international tournament in Sweden:  https://forms.gle/J4R3ctm3LCPgUP5DA

Summer competitive group

🆕🚨 Are you looking for a competitive group this summer?  If you’re interested, we invite you to join our tryout round. This ensures that players who earn a spot are strong competitors who can elevate the level of play and bring intensity to each game. By passing the tryout, you’ll be guaranteed to play with other strong players.

Once you earn a spot, you’ll have weekly access to two courts and compete at a high level with other strong players. Feather shuttles will be used, and only top performers will be part of this group. 

Register: https://forms.gle/2d9mNy2ZxbWSrPSH6

Birdies farm

Each November, our players gather to seed garlic into the soil, planting the quiet foundation of the year ahead.  In July, we return together to harvest the garlic and plant sunflowers, marking the peak of summer with shared work and renewal.

The garlic grown at Birdies Farm is organic and locally cultivated, and it is sold within the community. All proceeds are reinvested back into Birdies events, helping fund community activities and providing raffle prizes that bring added excitement and connection throughout the season.

By August, the garden’s flowers are gathered and transformed into fresh bouquets for the Birdies Cup, a badminton tournament where achievement is celebrated not only with medals, but with flowers grown by the same community that supports it. Each bouquet is a living symbol of effort, growth, and connection.   If you've been inspired by our work, love gardening, and would like to help Birdies Farm, we invite you to join us at our upcoming event. 

Upcoming event: Saturday July 4th, club picnic & BBQ (charcoal)  at Birdies farm to plant sunflowers for the upcoming Birdies Cup 2026.  After planting, stay for canoe, kayak, and BBQ & lunch potluck together.

Registration link: https://forms.gle/w2BUznsr178KqMjx7

Birdies cup 2026

🆕 Birdies Cup 2026 (Saturday August 22nd, 2026) Centre Sportif de Gatineau

Birdies Cup 2026 is set to be the tournament of the summer, bringing athletes from across Canada together for an unforgettable event. The hype is already growing in Ottawa, and spots will fill fast. Sign up early, secure your spot, and get ready for the highlight of your summer! 

1- Birdies Cup 2026 registration

2- Last year Birdies Cup Photos:  https://photos.app.goo.gl/kC9a9joSyumdSgpD7

Weekly program dates

🆕🚨 Sunday Summer Season: 3:45pm-6:00pm (venue: Carleton University) FREE PARKING , July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, Aug 9, Aug 16 Note:  No badminton on Aug 2nd

Register: https://forms.gle/zUgcmpPKdEtUgmDJ6

🏸 Saturday Spring Season: 1:30pm-3:30pm (venue: Hintonburg Gym)

May 2, May 9, May 23, May 30, June 6, June 13, June 20, Note:  No badminton on May 16

Register: https://forms.gle/i1xB19uoDQuSB6Ck6

🏸 Mondays night 8:15pm-10:15pm (venue: Adult HS)

March 30th, April 13, April 20, May 4, May 11, May 25 

Register: https://forms.gle/Pe2WDBJg7MRUdXtWA

Next social dates

🏸Join us Saturday, June 6 at Beyond the pale! Drop in anytime between 4:00-6:00PM

Patio season is here (weather permitting ), and this spot has something for everyone: food, dessert, coffee, and drinks. Come meet the group, hang out, and enjoy a relaxed social evening off the court!  See you there!

🆕🚨Join us for an exciting Club Outing on Saturday, July 25 at Calypso Water Park! ☀️💦 

Get ready for a fun-filled day of rides, waves, and good company as we take a break from the courts and enjoy summer together. Whether you’re coming for the thrills or just to relax with friends, it’s the perfect chance to connect outside of badminton and make great memories with the club. Don’t miss it! 

Registration link: https://forms.gle/2tbKHmNBaVJx3SBe9

Special events

World Badminton Day, celebrated on July 5.  At Ottawa Birdies, we want to celebrate the energy, inclusivity, and pure fun of badminton by getting more people on court, trying something new, and sharing the joy of the game with our community. 

New players*: Come and try badminton for FREE
Returning players**: Join the action for just $10

*New player: someone who has never attended any of our events.

**Returning player: someone who has previously joined us whether at a drop-in, tournament, or other activity. 

Registration link: https://forms.gle/gahmpNkb4QYsqhXx6

About us

Welcome to the Ottawa Birdies!

Founded in 2022, our club aims to create a welcoming, inclusive community for players of all skill levels. We believe badminton is a great way to stay active, have fun, and connect with others. 

Join us and be part of a vibrant badminton community in Ottawa, where sportsmanship, camaraderie, and fun are at the heart of everything we do!

Code of conduct

Meet Chloe, our mascot – a unicorn with rainbow hair! They're here to add a little sparkle, magic, and maybe even some extra speed to your game.