Matinée Café: Empress Nyiringango

Empress Nyiringango is an Ottawa-based Rwandan Canadian award-winning singer-songwriter with a message of faith, resilience, and healing. Saddened by the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, she embarked on an arduous healing musical journey. With it, she welcomes you to embark on a journey with her – a journey of healing from painful experiences of agony and isolation, and turning them into love, compassion, unity, and peace.

Peace, progress, and reconciliation exist in Rwanda today. Empress Nyiringango invites you to visit a vibrant and lively Rwanda through her music and paints a welcoming portrait of her motherland by showcasing Imigongo art throughout her website.

Empress's philosophy as a Rwandan Canadian singer-songwriter is to embrace and celebrate Canadian diversity and to co-exist peacefully and respectfully in the healing journey of fellow immigrants who fled war and all forms of atrocities. Her music uplifts and raises awareness on the impact of cultural heritage.

This show will be followed by coffee and treats.

If cost is a barrier for you, please contact the Box Office at 613-580-2700. There are a limited number of free tickets available.