I'd like to meet some graphic designers in Ottawa -- or at least southern Ontario -- and I have no idea where to begin.

I was thinking of signing up for a course in basic graphic design at Algonquin College, just to get basic appreciation down. I'd also be able to find out where the designers are in this town.

Why do I want to meet graphic designers? Because graphic designers and programmers complement each other well, especially when they can appreciate each others' skills. Get a business/marketing person in there and you have a small business.

Do they have to be local? Not necessarily, but I find it easier (and faster) to talk to people face to face.