​Welcome to JazzWorks Canada!

Now in its 31st year, we are  an Ottawa-based Canadian not-for-profit organization dedicated to the
development of jazz musicianship in adult players as well as talented youth through
​accessible and welcoming community programs including our:

Annual summer Composers' Symposium / Practice Retreat & Jazz Camp
Monthly Jam Sessions and Vocal Open Mics
 Occasional  "JazzWorks Presents" concerts and workshops throughout the year

To stay informed about our programs and events, check-out Ottawa Jazz Happenings,  
our weekly newsletter and calendar of jazz events.
To join our email list (contact: [email protected]).

Jazz Camp 2026 is filling up! Get your spot soon! 

Register Here.

Information Here.

Latest News & Upcoming Events

See below for a list of upcoming JazzWorks events.
(​Jams, Vocal Open Mics, "JazzWorks Presents" Concerts & Workshops)

​Check out the video below for a taste of Jazz Camp.

​Upcoming Events:

The JazzWorks 2025-26 jam host band roster is full, but we are always looking for new host bands!  Please contact ​[email protected] for more information or to get on the waitlist to host a future jam.
The next JazzWorks Jam Session is:
September 17, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Rice-Mi
149 Kent Street, Ottawa
More info
Connect with us!
Facebook: JazzworksCanada
Twitter: @CanadaJazzWorks
Subscribe to the Ottawa Jazz Happenings newsletter

JazzWorks 30th Anniversary Celebration Weekend Memorabilia

In 2025, JazzWorks Canada celebrated its 30th Anniversary! To learn more about our celebratory events, check out the video below, visit our 30th Anniversary page, and see the Anniversary Souvenir Program. And don't forget to check out the Photo Gallery for the Weekend Celebration.
Contact Us
Program Coordinator: Catherine Schwartz
613-220-3819 |  [email protected]
Executive Director/Producer: Judith Humenick
613-859-8438 | [email protected]


​Thank you to our granting agencies, sponsors and partners!