October 27 – Meeting

A fish-friendly reminder from the Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society…

We are keeping the fin-times rolling with our October presentation! We are excited our resident CAOAC speaker, Jody McManus will be speaking on Botia, or loaches, which are often overlooked as a extraordinary bottom dweller. Please join us this Monday! Also, a reminder that our mini livestock auction is in November.

Presentation – Botia, the Other Bottom Dweller [Jody McManus]

The presentation will explore a fascinating group of freshwater fish from the family Botiidae, commonly known as botia or loaches. Native to fast-flowing rivers and streams across South and Southeast Asia, these benthic species are known not only for their unique morphology and social behavior but also for their ecological role within both natural and captive environments. These are some of the most active, curious, and personality-packed fish you can add to an aquarium.

Jody McManus, runs an extensive fishroom / fish-basement, with over 50 aquariums! He has been successful at breeding and raising numerous fish species, ranging from livebearers to cichlids, from around the world. In addition, Jody is our Breeders Award Program (BAP) Chair, and he encourages and supports members’ documented breeding successes, further contributing to the distribution of aquarium species within our OVAS membership.

Members’ Corner

All members are invited to showcase their aquarium related projects and discoveries at our meetings! You, or an executive member, can share your photos, videos, or other content of up to 5 minutes, at the beginning of our meetings. Please talk to the exec about submitting your content.

Upcoming Fish & Plant Mini Auction

A special mention is granted to allow our members time to prepare for the Mini Auction in November. Find more information on the forum HERE!

Meeting Info and Location

J.A. Dulude Arena
941 Clyde Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario
K2C 4B2

Meeting starts at 7 pm.
There will be door prizes at the monthly meetings.
Members are encouraged to set up vendor tables.
Bring cash as there is no ATM onsite.
Complimentary snacks and refreshments will be served.

Dates to remember

Fish & Plant Mini Auction
Monday, November 24 2025

Breakfast
January 2026 (TBD)

Monthly Meeting
Monday, January 26 2026
Monday, February 23 2026

Giant Auction
Saturday, March 21 2026 @ Tom Brown Arena
More details to follow

Monthly Meeting
Monday, March 23 2026
Monday, April 27 2026
Monday, May 25 2026

General Info

OVAS memberships can be renewed for the 2025-2026 season at monthly meetings or online (PayPal). Memberships from 2024-2025 expired on September 30, 2025.

This is a FREE event sponsored by the Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society. Anyone with an interest in aquariums and related hobbies is welcome to attend. OVAS presentations are a great place to meet other aquarium hobbyists, exchange ideas and learn more about fish and aquatic plant keeping.