A big thank you to Dan Dubeau & DropinSports for supporting our work. Since 2024, the Harbour Harvest Ice Fishing Derby has raised $9,416 in support of the OCH Foundation helping 89 children and youth access year-round arts, sports and camp programs. That’s impact that lasts far beyond the ice!

Today, on Pink Shirt Day, we stand together in solidarity against bullying in all its forms. Wearing pink today is a reminder that we all have a role to play in creating spaces where everyone feels safe & respected. Together, we can build communities rooted in dignity, inclusion and care. #Ottawa

We're proud to launch our 2026-28 Strategic Plan that provides a focused roadmap for how we will deepen our impact. This plan is guided by a simple but bold vision: a future where every tenant living in OCH is thriving. Check it out here: https://ochfoundation.ca/about-us/strategic-plan/ #Ottawa

Real impact happens when we work together. In 2025 our work reached 9,500+ tenants living in Ottawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa - the highest ever! See the impact you helped make possible. Read the full report: https://ochfoundation.ca/about-us/annual-report/ #Ottawa

Our EmpowerHer event brought together girls for a city-wide sports day, and it was inspiring. Opportunities like this help break down barriers, and inspire a love of sport and recreation. A heartfelt thank you to OSEG, the OSEG Foundation, and the City of Ottawa for making this day possible. #Ottawa

Happy Lunar New Year! As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we celebrate the qualities of strength, determination, energy & resilience that it represents. May this new year bring you renewed motivation, growth and opportunity. Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and prosperous year ahead. #Ottawa

Our team is growing and we want to hear from you. We’re hiring a Donor Relations & Events Coordinator (full-time, 1-year contract)! Join us to help strengthen donor relationships and support fundraising events that make a real impact. Visit our website to learn more! #Ottawa #OttawaJobs #NowHiring

This Sunday (Feb 15), don’t miss the Harvest Charity #IceFishing Derby! There’s still time to register. Online sales close soon, and our exclusive code OCHF15 gets you 15% off, but it expires tomorrow (Feb 13) at 6 PM. Hurry! All proceeds go to Ottawa Riverkeeper and the OCH Foundation. #Ottawa

Youth Futures - L'avenir Jeunesse Launch Night is one of our favourite events of the year. There’s something truly special about witnessing the beginning of a journey. We’re so proud to support these incredible young people as they begin this next chapter. The future starts right here! #Ottawa

The Youth Futures 2026 journey has officially begun! We are so proud to welcome 155 incredible youth into this year’s cohort at yesterday's launch night. From powerful alumni stories to words of encouragement from our community, the energy in the room was all about possibility & growth. #Ottawa

Chinese New Year & Valentine's Day Celebration - 865 Gladstone. It is a great event with our wonderful older adults! @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca @och-lco.bsky.social @arieltroster.com @catmckenney.bsky.social @yasirnaqvicdn.bsky.social

Black History Month 2026: A Celebration of Food and Cultural Storytelling. Thank you @rawlson.bsky.social for your unwavering commitment to @och-lco.bsky.social . @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca @ochfoundation.bsky.social

On Feb 14, we're organizing EmpowerHER. This free sports day is open to all girls (12-17) across Ottawa & aims to encourage girls to play sports. Please contact your local community centre to register (refer poster). Thanks to @osegfoundation.bsky.social for funding this event & the City of Ottawa.

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we are taking a moment to celebrate the incredible vibrance & history of the Black community here in Ottawa. #Ottawa is stronger because of your voices & vision. We honor the history that shaped us & the trailblazers currently building a more equitable future.

It might be winter, but our team is busy in the community. Last week, we delivered food &essential hygiene supplies to residents. We’re incredibly grateful to Khalsa Aid Ottawa for their continued support of Tomorrow Ready & for showing up, week after week, for our communities. #Ottawa #FoodSupport

Looking for a summer job? The City of Ottawa is hiring and these roles are a great opportunity to explore different career paths and gain experience. Applications close Feb 28. Apply using the link in the poster. Please share widely! #Ottawa Ottawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa

Want to hear more about what’s happening at the OCH Foundation? Our quarterly e-newsletter is where we go deeper, sharing community stories, program updates & opportunities to get involved. Subscribe to stay connected with the work you make possible: https://ochfoundation.ca/news-events/newsletter/

We are looking for a Treasurer to join our Board of Directors to support financial stewardship & governance. It's a volunteer position with a 5 hr/month commitment. If this sounds like you or someone you know, please share. Details here: https://ochfoundation.ca/get-involved/join-our-team/

Ottawa temperatures are dropping as low as -29°C this weekend. 🥶 Need a place to warm up in Centretown? Visit the Taggart Family Y lobby at 180 Argyle Avenue. We have seating, wifi, and washrooms. Low-cost meals and snacks are available from Chef Ric's. Keep safe and bundled up! 🧣

1/4 #Ottawa is in the deep freeze right now & extreme cold can be dangerous especially for people without safe, warm shelter. If you or someone you know needs help, there are supports available Call 3-1-1 for #EmergencyShelters Call 2-1-1 for info on drop-in centres, winter clothing and warm spaces

Social Innovation at its best - welcoming ConstructGta and @ottawapolice.bsky.social Youth Council. Stay tuned for more new transformative initiatives at @och-lco.bsky.social @glengower.ca @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social

Ice fishing for a great cause is back! Join the Harbour Harvest Charity Ice Fishing Derby on February 15th. Proceeds from the event will support the OCH Foundation & Ottawa Riverkeeper. Save 15% when you book with code OCHF15 (expires February 7). Get your tickets at harbourharvest.ca #Ottawa

Our work is serious, but the people behind it bring so much heart (and a lot of laughs). Here’s what they love most about their work, in their own words! 💙 P.S. We love our team 🫶 #Ottawa #Community #affordablehousing #teamwork #team #workplace #confession #confessiontime #interview

We did it, together! Thanks to your generosity, we’ve officially reached our $65,000 goal for the 2025 Annual Giving Campaign. These funds will go directly toward free programs that bring dignity & opportunity to residents in OCH communities. Here’s to another year of supporting the community! ❤️

Happy New Year! As we step into 2026, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who helped make 2025 an impactful year of serving the community. Thank you for the kindness, generosity and spirit you’ve shared. Wishing you a joyful, healthy, and hopeful 2026. ✨❤️ #HappyNewYear #Ottawa #Community

This year, our team did more than just deliver programs; they fostered community. From early mornings to late evenings, our team puts heart into everything they do. Thank you for showing up with empathy and passion. You are truly EPIC! Here’s to another year of making an impact together.

Merry Christmas from all of us at the OCH Foundation. 🎄✨ Today, we’re thinking of residents, partners, volunteers and everyone who helps make our communities stronger. We hope your day is filled with warmth, connection & moments of rest (and gifts). #Christmas #Community #Ottawa #MerryChristmas2025

There’s still time to make your final gift of 2025. A donation today helps strengthen OCH communities & qualifies for your 2025 tax return. Your support makes a real difference, from food security to moments of dignity that matter. Make a donation: https://acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNHFLKZEQB

We’re 93% of the way to our $65,000 Annual Giving Campaign goal! Thank you to everyone who’s helped us get this far! With your support today, we can close the gap and make an even bigger impact. Donate now and double your impact: https://acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNHFLKZEQB

Huge thanks to HEIN for bringing so much warmth and care to our community this holiday season. From funding and volunteering to serve a holiday meal, to donating thoughtful Christmas gifts, their support made the season brighter in so many meaningful ways. Thank you for all you do! 💙 #Ottawa

We are so grateful to EnviroCentre for showing up for our community again and again. This year, they're running a fundraiser in support of our 2025 Annual Giving Campaign & matching all donations up to $5,000. Thank you, EnviroCentre for believing so deeply in the power of community! #Ottawa

A good workplace is more than a job. It’s a community that cheers you on, shares ideas, supports you and makes the work feel meaningful. 🌟 If you’re looking for a team that lifts each other up, come join us. We’re hiring! 🎉 #Ottawa #community #jobs #hiring #careeropportunities

Monthly donors make year-round impact for families. It helps fill critical gaps, ensuring that our programs are there when people need them most. Become a monthly donor today & help your community thrive! This week only: new monthly donors get 3 entries to win 2 Sens tickets for the Dec 29 game.

We’re launching a donor giveaway this week! Donate between Dec 15–21 for a chance to win 2 Sens tickets to the Sens vs Blue Jackets game on Dec 29. One-time gift = 1 entry New monthly donation = 3 entries (One qualifying donation per person) Winners will be contacted next week. Good luck! #Ottawa

We are hiring! We are looking for a Training Coordinator and Manager to support our newest program: Build Your Path. Both positions are full-time, include benefits and give you the chance to make a visible difference every day. Apply today via our website! #Ottawa #Jobs #Hiring #JobOpening

Youth Futures creates pathways through hands-on placements & mentorship that change lives. It helps youth step into post-secondary life with confidence, skills & real-world experience. Donate today to help support programs like Youth Futures: https://acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNHFLKZEQB

Every child deserves the opportunity to play, grow and just be a kid. recLINK gives children and youth that opportunity. Something as simple as a few hours of sports a week can boost confidence, wellbeing, social skills and foster a sense of belonging. Donate today to support programs like this!

A huge thank you to the Arbor Memorial Foundation for their generous $1,000 donation! This gift will help fund our free programs for residents in OCH communities, including special initiatives like our Holiday Meals. We’re so grateful to have partners that believe in the work we do. Thank you!

For residents of OCH communities, owning a bike can be life-changing. A bike can help them get to work & run errands. This week, Brookfield is matching all donations up to $5,000. That means more bikes & more independence Donate today: https://acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNHFLKZEQB #Ottawa

Last Friday, our team were joined by volunteers from Engineers Canada to serve a holiday meal to residents in an @och-lco.bsky.social community. Together, we shared the joy of the season. Thanks to Councillor Ariel Troster for joining us & a special shoutout to Santa for spreading smiles!

It is a go! More than 55 holiday celebrations across @och-lco.bsky.social Starting with Santa and Darth Vader is next level! More than 900 families will receive food and present today in Overbrook @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca @rawlson.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social

ASMR, but make it wholesome. 🌟 Every backpack we pack helps a child feel like they belong right from day one. That’s the power of Pack-a-Sack & that’s why our team will continue to always show up for our community. Donate today: lnkd.in/gtinEuue #Ottawa #Community #Education #School #children

A backpack can change someone’s day & sometimes their whole school year. Donna’s story is just one of thousands made possible by Pack-a-Sack. This week every dollar you give is matched by the Taggart Parkes Foundation up to $5,000. Donate today: acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNHFLKZEQB #Ottawa

It’s more than just a backpack. It’s support, dignity and a reminder that the community cares. This week, Taggart Parkes Foundation is supporting the Annual Giving Campaign as a matching donor. So donate today via our website and double the impact of your gift. #Ottawa #School #Education

While the world celebrates #GivingTuesday, today we’re celebrating YOU- our donors, partners and supporters! Your generosity makes a real and lasting difference for families living in @och-lco.bsky.social. Thank you for always showing up & making a difference. We salute you! 🌟🙌 #Ottawa #community

We’re officially over halfway to our $65,000 Annual Giving Campaign goal! A big thank you to everyone who's donated so far. But we need all hands on deck to reach our goal. This week Taggart Parkes Foundation is matching donations! Donate today: https://acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNHFLKZEQB

Canada's 2025 Food Price Report shows it clearly: feeding a family of four costs $1,402 per month. That’s nearly 80% of the median income for tenants living in OCH communities. This is why we need programs like Tomorrow Ready that help families access essential hygiene supplies and fresh food.

Every week, women & girls get an hour of calm and care through our recLINK yoga group. From walking farther with less pain to finding support after trauma, this little class offers an oasis of calm. These are the little victories your support makes possible, helping people thrive. #Ottawa #yoga

Our limited-edition OCH Foundation apparel is only on sale until Thursday (27 Nov)! Order now and gift with purpose - All proceeds go directly to OCH Foundation programs and initiatives that support tenants living in OCH communities. Hurry! #Ottawa #Community #Apparel #Sale #SupportLocal #Merch

We’re honoured to receive a generous donation from @desjardinsgroup.bsky.social in support of our Annual Giving Campaign. Thank you to their Helping Our Neighbours campaign for investing in our community & making the holidays a little brighter for tenants living in #Ottawa Community Housing!