**Ottawa Mandarin Alliance Church** (OMAC), registered as **Ottawa Mandarin Alliance Church of The Christian and Missionary Alliance in Canada** (Business No. 750271611RR0001), is a nonprofit Christian organization in Ottawa, Ontario. Established in 1995 as part of the Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA) denomination, OMAC focuses on Mandarin-language ministry and discipleship within Ottawa’s Chinese-Canadian community.

### History and Affiliation  
OMAC was founded under the C&MA, a denomination tracing its origins to Canadian missionary A.B. Simpson in the late 19th century. The church began as a Mandarin-speaking congregation, emphasizing outreach to immigrants and fostering spiritual growth through culturally relevant practices. By 1998, OMAC joined efforts with Eastgate Alliance Church to form the **International Community of Alliance Churches (ICAC)** in 2001, a multicultural coalition of congregations sharing facilities and ministries while retaining linguistic and cultural distinctiveness.

### Mission and Activities  
OMAC’s mission centers on equipping believers to serve as disciples of Christ across personal, familial, and societal spheres. Key initiatives include:  
- **Multilingual and Intercultural Collaboration**: Joint worship services, youth programs, and children’s ministries with ICAC partners, including Eastgate Alliance Church and the Filipino Community Church.  
- **Educational Outreach**: Campus fellowships, cell groups, and theological training for members, exemplified by leaders such as Rev. Paul Mingtao Chen.  
- **Community Engagement**: Programs addressing spiritual and practical needs, such as mentorship for new immigrants and collaborative social services.

### Organizational Structure  
As part of ICAC, OMAC shares its Codd’s Road facility with other congregations, maintaining separate Mandarin worship services while co-managing youth and children’s programs. The church operates under C&MA’s doctrinal framework, emphasizing evangelism, biblical teaching, and cross-cultural missions. Its governance includes ordained clergy and lay leaders responsible for pastoral care, administration, and outreach coordination.

### Legal Recognition  
Registered as a charity by the Canada Revenue Agency, OMAC adheres to nonprofit governance standards, issuing tax receipts for donations designated to general operations, missions, or special projects. The church’s activities align with C&MA’s global focus on church planting and community transformation.