Mermaids
Myths and legends about mermaids have captivated humans for hundreds of years. Magical beings with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a fish, mermaid stories show human's longstanding fascination with the ocean and everything that lives under the sea. Sometimes mermaids were considered unlucky, and seeing one meant dangerous weather at sea. Other times mermaids were considered a sign of good luck, and many ships had figureheads of mermaids to ensure good weather and a safe way back to land.
Meet the Capital Mermaids!
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Leda
Mermaid Leda loves the call of the sea, almost as much as she loves sharing the joys of mermaiding with others! She calls the Ottawa River home, and can often be seen splashing around just off shore. Mermaid Leda loves to share all about how you can protect the environment and the special places mermaids call home by doing your part to beaches clean and respecting all living creatures. Mermaid Leda is available for photoshoots, festivals, and birthday parties |
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Waverly
Mermaid Waverly loves to do shows in her mermaid tank! Especially any events that allow her to share the joys of mermaiding with children. She can be found all over Ottawa both in her tank and swimming in the local rivers and pools. A disability and body positivity advocate, Mermaid Waverly shares how mermaiding is for everybody and every body. Mermaid Waverly is available for birthday parties, festivals, and charity work |
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Galadriel
Galadriel is a practitioner of spiritual magic, using her skills to protect those she knows and cares for. A magical pendant containing her home waters was a gift from the King of the Aos Sí and allows her to walk on land when she desires, but she feels most at home in the secret waters of the Northern Isles. When she sheds her tail, it often returns to her in a new form - giving her varied appearances depending on her needs and goals. Mermaid Galadriel is available for festivals, birthday parties, photoshoots and charity work. |
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Arielle
Spawned in the waters of Lake Muskoka and journeyed to the waters of Ottawa, Mermaid Arielle is a Siren who can't sustain human form for too long. She was called to be a protector of the waters that are a part of all of us. She protects those that are endangered, and advocates for the unique sea creatures that provide life to our planet. Mermaid Arielle loves to entertain and mesmerize children and adults alike with her Siren tricks and underwater dancing, and inspire others to improve their connection to the waters around them. She can be seen in summer time teaching young children how to improve their swimming skills and can often be found underwater treasure hunting! |
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Nymph
Mermaid Nymph, or "Nym" to her friends, has a special love of acrobatics and underwater tricks. She loves to perform for friends and strangers alike, showing off all the wonders of the ocean and the joys of mermaid life. Mermaid Nym is available for birthday parties, festivals, photoshoots, and charity work |
