A Place for
DISCOURSE
Bringing students together with the professionals, alumni, and scholars who can expand their mindset.
- 3Universities & Colleges
- OttawaCanada
- Fall ’26Inaugural Event
- Est. 2025Independent Organization
About
Building aCommunity.
The Meridian Society is an independent, student-run organization based in Ottawa. It was founded to connect motivated students with professionals who can broaden their perspective, while building a strong community of students and young professionals.
Through events, discussions, and gatherings, we aim to create a space where members can better navigate an increasingly complex and competitive world. It is entirely student-built, owned, and operated, without institutional affiliation.
"Shaped by the effort you put in, your input defines your outcome by building knowledge, connections, and opportunity."
Who WeGather.
We bring together people at every stage, from students to seasoned professionals.
01
Students & Alumni
Motivated individuals from Carleton University, uOttawa, and Algonquin College, and anyone drawn to the work we do.
02
Speakers & Professionals
People across law, business, policy, media, and beyond, with lived experience.
03
Scholars & Thinkers
Academics and researchers whose work challenges assumptions, opens new territory, and gives students something to think about.
What We Are Not
Intentionally
Not for Everyone.
We are not a resume workshop, a pitch competition, or a networking event. We have no political agenda or exclusive membership criteria, and we are fully student-run and independent. What we offer is simple: a room with the right people and the willingness to listen.
Not
- A resume workshop or career placement office
- A political advocacy or activism group
- A startup incubator or pitch competition
- A closed, elite, invitation-only circle
Apply to Speak
Have a Story
or Idea Worth Sharing?
We'd love to hear from you.
Direct access to an engaged, vetted student audience. Professionals, founders, alumni, and scholars share lived experience with motivated Ottawa students in a room built for real conversation.
The Format
- 0130–45 minute presentation
- 02Followed by an open Q&A
- 03Curated audience of 20–30 students
- 04Policy, business, law, academia & beyond
- 05Ottawa, Canada
Independent · Student-Run · Ottawa · Est. 2025
Become a Member.
Membership puts you in the room. Register to stay informed, attend events, and become part of a community built around curiosity and conversation.