Yesterday, we welcomed IKEA #Ottawa to the Morrison Gardens Community House to see the impact of the beautiful kitchen they donated to our new portable space. Yesterday was a powerful reminder of neighbours helping neighbours. Thank you IKEA, for helping us create spaces where community can thrive!

Inspired by Learning Bursary applications close on May 31. If you’ve started your application, now’s the time to finish it. And if you haven’t applied yet, this is your sign. Learn more about the program and apply via our website: www.ochfoundation.ca #Ottawa #Education @och-lco.bsky.social

1/2 Today, we welcomed @stephaneoch.bsky.social (CEO of och-lco.bsky.social) into our Build Your Path classroom. Stephane interacted with program participants & spoke about career opportunities in the construction sector & the importance of these skills. Thanks for your support, Stephane! #Ottawa

We’re excited to welcome Morguard as the recLINK sponsor for our 2026 Annual Charity Golf Tournament! Their support helps connect young people to arts, sports & recreation. Together, we’re helping young people tee up a childhood full of opportunity! Thank you Morguard for supporting recLINK! #Ottawa

To all the moms, grandmothers, caregivers and mother figures in our communities, thank you for the love, strength and care you show every single day. We appreciate you so much! Happy Mother’s Day from all of us here at the OCH Foundation. #Ottawa #Community #Housing #MothersDay2026 #MothersDay

POV: Your placement interview went so well you had to hit a TikTok dance after! 😅 Interview Day = nerves, confidence, big goals… and apparently choreography too 😉 We’re so proud of the youth who showed up, stepped out of their comfort zones, and gave it their all. Next stop: summer placements 🚀

Team @och-lco.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social advancing to final of @ottawafoodbank.bsky.social Bank sorting challenge! Go Team OCH Go! @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca

CSV Architects is joining us as the Hop on Bikes sponsor for our 2026 Annual Charity Golf Tournament, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. 🚲⛳ Their generosity is helping us putt (pun intended) more bikes into the hands of kids who need them. Thank you CSV Architects for going the extra mile! #Ottawa

Tee up for a day that drives real impact. Join us for our 2026 Annual Charity #GolfTournament, where every swing lays the foundation for stronger communities. From great #golf to even better company, you won’t want to miss this. #Ottawa Spots are filling fast. Register now: https://ow.ly/b43F50YTh58

Strong communities are built when wellbeing is a priority. This #MentalHealthWeek, make time for what supports your #wellbeing and don’t hesitate to ask for support when you need it. Remember, rest is productive, slowing down is allowed and taking care of yourself is good. 💚 #Ottawa #Community

May is Asian Heritage Month. For us, this is a time to celebrate the stories, cultures, and contributions that continue to shape our communities. From neighbours to volunteers to local leaders, Asian voices continue to enrich and strengthen OCH communities! #Ottawa #Community #AsianHeritageMonth2026

A quick reminder that applications for the Inspired by Learning Bursary are still open! Students living in OCH communities and studying in college, university, or trade school can receive $1,000 in support. Apply today: https://ochfoundation.ca/programs/inspired-by-learning-bursary/ #Ottawa

Today, on the National Day of Mourning, we pause to remember the workers who lost their lives, were injured, or made ill on the job. We honour their memory by committing to a safer workplace, and by doing everything we can to make sure every worker gets home safe. #Ottawa #Community

130 tenant volunteers are helping build stronger communities across Ottawa, from food programs to neighbour connections. We celebrated their impact at our Tenant Appreciation event on April 25. @stephaneoch.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @rawlson.bsky.social

Celebrating 150 + tenant volunteers @och-lco.bsky.social . Thank you all for your incredible work , hosting more than 1,500 events last year 👀 @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social @rawlson.bsky.social @jleiper.bsky.social

1/2 Last Saturday, we kicked off our first Hop on Bikes event of the year, distributing 54 refurbished bikes to kids living in @och-lco.bsky.social. Each bike represents more than just a ride; it’s mobility and independence, yes, but also the chance to just be a kid and enjoy your childhood. #Ottawa

A huge thank you to Regimbal for returning as Awards Sponsor at our 2026 Annual Charity #GolfTournament. Their support helps us celebrate not just great golf, but meaningful impact in our communities. This is what a *winning* partnership looks like! 🏆We’re proud to have them in our corner! #Ottawa

Behind every program and every success story are volunteers who made it happen. This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating our volunteers, the people who make our work possible. To all our volunteers, we just want to say thank you. We couldn’t do this without you. #Ottawa #NationalVolunteerWeek

Our programs make real difference! @ochfoundation.bsky.social Hop on Bike a year later !!! ❤️ @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca @och-lco.bsky.social

So proud to attend the launch of the Build Your Path program @ochfoundation.bsky.social @och-lco.bsky.social thus is a great career path in the building trades for youth. Thanks to all those involved in bringing this program together.

We’re thrilled to welcome Cinanni Construction back as the Auction Sponsor at our 2026 Annual Charity Golf Tournament. Thank you for your continued support! We couldn't do it without you. Let's raise those bids and make this year even bigger. 😉 #Ottawa #GolfTournament #GolfforGood

Your future matters to us & we want to help turn your dreams into reality. When you apply for the Inspired by Learning Bursary, tell us about your journey, your studies & your goals. Learn more: https://ochfoundation.ca/programs/inspired-by-learning-bursary/ P.S. share this widely. #Ottawa

We’re so grateful to have Sense Engineering back with us as our Golf Tournament's Beverage Sponsor. Their continued commitment means so much, and we’re proud to count them among our supporters! We can't wait to raise a toast to our partnership on the green. 😉 #Ottawa #Community #GolfforGood

Did you know - the Inspired by Learning Bursary can provide $1,000 to cover expenses like tuition, rent, a laptop, childcare & more. If you live in an OCH community & are enrolled in postsecondary education (college, university or trade school), this bursary is for you. Apply now via our website!

Happy Easter! May this season of renewal bring hope, joy, and fresh beginnings for you and your loved ones. Wishing you a day filled with warmth and connection. Here's hoping for warmer and brighter days ahead as we begin to turn the page on a long and snowy winter! #Ottawa #Housing #Easter2026

Some partnerships just keep rolling! We’re so grateful to Lacasse Building Solutions for returning as our Golf Ball Sponsor. Their continued support over the years has helped drive real impact across OCH communities & we couldn’t do it without them. We can’t wait to tee off together on Sept 22! ⛳

We know the cost of education can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. The Inspired by Learning Bursary offers $1,000 to help students living in @och-lco.bsky.social communities to pursue their education. Apply Now: ochfoundation.ca #Ottawa #Education #Scholarships

Applications for the Inspired by Learning Bursary are now open! If you live in an #Ottawa Community Housing home and are enrolled in college, university, or trade school, you could receive $1,000 to support your education. Apply now: https://ochfoundation.ca/programs/inspired-by-learning-bursary/

Today, we celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility. It's a day to celebrate trans people and communities, and honour the hard-fought (ongoing) progress towards equality. At the OCH Foundation, we stand for dignity & inclusion - a world where everyone can live openly and authentically.

Introducing Build Your Path, the OCH Foundation’s newest program. Through in-class & hands-on learning, job-readiness training, and mentorship, Build Your Path supports tenants living in #Ottawa #Community Housing build skills as they explore career pathways in the construction industry.

The OCH Foundation is excited to announce the launch of Build Your Path, our new pre-construction training program. This program aims to empower participants with the confidence, practical skills, and industry knowledge needed to build a fulfilling career in the construction industry. #Ottawa

A big thank you to HEIN, our Food Truck Sponsor for the 2026 Annual Charity #GolfTournament. From Pack-a-Sack to showing up for our Annual Giving Campaign, you’re always there when we need you. Thank you for supporting us in everything we do! We can't wait to go golfing with your team again. 😊

Last Friday, we held a leadership session for EmpowerHer participants. EmpowerHer creates a space where girls are encouraged to lead & support one another from the field to the front of the room. Thank you City of Ottawa & OSEG Foundation for helping make this possible. P.S. We love these hoodies ♥️

As we celebrate Eid and welcome the Spring Equinox, may this season of renewal bring hope and brighter days ahead. Wishing you and your loved ones peace, prosperity and fresh beginnings. Eid Mubarak! Happy first day of spring! #Ottawa #Community #EidMubarak #Eid2026 #AffordableHousing

We’re proud to welcome the Thomas Cavanagh Foundation as the Presenting Sponsor of our 2026 Annual Charity #GolfTournament. Their generosity is inspiring and truly makes a difference. Join us for golf: https://app.eventcaddy.com/events/2026-och-foundation-annual-golf-tournament#GolfTournament #Ottawa #Golf

From one community to the next, every 2 weeks our team collaborates with Khalsa Aid Canada to deliver fresh food & essentials through the Tomorrow Ready program. With the cost of food rising, this program is more important than ever! #Ottawa Ottawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa

@khalsaaidca.bsky.social et @ochfoundation.bsky.social se sont associés pour fournir nourriture et articles à 100 résidents de la place May Nickson le 12 mars. Le programme Prêt pour demain prouve que la collaboration stimule un vrai changement #InsécuritéAlimentaire avec dignité. #PartenairesDeLCO

.@khalsaaidca + @OCH_Foundation teamed up to provide food and personal hygiene items to 100+ residents of May Nickson Place on March 12. The Tomorrow Ready program proves collaboration drives real change, tackling #foodinsecurity with dignity. @stephaneoch.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social

Something exciting is coming for students living in Ottawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa communities! Applications for the Inspired by Learning Bursary open April 1. Stay tuned for more! 😉 #Ottawa #Community #Bursary #Education #TradeSchool #College #University #Postsecondary

GOLF IS BACK! 🥳 Every year, our Golf Tournament raises critical funds to sustain & grow our programs. This year's tournament - presented by the Thomas Cavanagh Foundation - promises to be bigger than ever before! Join us: https://app.eventcaddy.com/events/2026-och-foundation-annual-golf-tournament

Communities thrive because of the women who lead, support, and inspire those around them every day. From those who lead to those who lift others up quietly every day, your impact is everywhere. Today we celebrate you and the difference you make. Happy #InternationalWomensDay2026 #Ottawa #Community

Want to be at the forefront of a program that provides children access to recreation? We’re looking for a recLINK Coordinator who is passionate about community impact & ready to help lead the day-to-day work of the program. Learn more: https://ochfoundation.ca/get-involved/join-our-team/ #Ottawa

Such a great cause , hundreds supporting @HarmonyHousews . 40 years sheltering women and children fleeing abuse. Thank you 🙏 @arieltroster.com @mayormarksutcliffe.bsky.social @och-lco.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social

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