Humanitarian Organization of Latin American Students (H.O.L.A.S)

About HOLAS

The Humanitarian Organization of Latin American Students (HOLAS) is Carleton's home for Latin American and Caribbean students on campus. Founded in 2007, we are the largest group of our kind in Canada's Capital. We aim to share and celebrate "la cultura" (our culture) amongst the greater Ottawa community through fun events, cultural initiatives, and humanitarian work. We are known for our humanitarian projects, such as Locura Latina and our Latin bake sale, where we run fun events for you to enjoy with all proceeds going to charities and people in need back in Latin America.

Who Should Join

• Students of Latin American or Caribbean descent looking for a community
• Students who want to practice their Spanish or Portuguese language skills
• Students interested in learning about new cultures and practices
• Students who love Latin dance

Available Positions

Applications for Vice Presidential Positions are now open.

Application Process

• Submit your application via the provided form
• Deadline: May 26th, 2026 at 11:59 PM
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted after the deadline
• HOLAS follows an application and interview process with the Clubs Oversight Commission for all executive positions apart from the President position

Contact

For questions or concerns, email clubs@cusaonline.ca or contact HOLAS directly at holascentral@gmail.com.