🌞 What a beautiful day for the Race to End Homelessness! We were proud to walk/run alongside so many others in our community, united by one goal: ending homelessness in our city. Together, every step brings us closer. 🏃‍♀️💙 #RaceToEndHomelessness

🎉 Huge thanks to everyone who joined our Open House on Monday! 💙 Your energy made it special. Grateful to our amazing staff, Board, and volunteers for making it all happen. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community! 💫 #CommunityCare #OpenHouse

💚 On Recovery Day Ottawa, WOCRC celebrates the strength and hope of those on the path to healing. With Rideauwood and others, we support recovery and dignity. You’re not alone. Need help? Call us: 613-591-3686 #AddictionsRecoveryDay #RecoveryIsPossible #WOCRC

🧡 On Orange Shirt Day | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, WOCRC honours Survivors, the children who never came home, and affected Nations. We continue learning, listening, and taking steps toward healing. Every child matters. #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters

In partnership with the Ottawa Public Library, we welcomed 120+ newcomers to connect, access resources, and build community. With health checks, info booths, and great turnout, it was a big success—thanks to all partners and participants!

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🎸 Seniors, good vibes & great music! The Kanata Diners Club is back, relaunching with a bang thanks to Marco Zarco’s soulful guitar & “Pretty Woman”! 🍽️🎶 Join us next time for food, fun & friendship. #KanataDinersClub #WOCRC #seniorssocial

At WOCRC, we believe peace is more than a hope, it’s action. On this International Day of Peace, let’s Act Now for a Peaceful World by listening, learning, and uplifting dignity for all. 🕊️ #PeaceDay2025 #WOCRCPeace #CommunityCare #TogetherForPeace"

Plus que quelques jours avant le 50e anniversaire du drapeau franco-ontarien! Profitez-en pour découvrir les nombreuses contributions des francophones à #OttVille au fil du temps à l’exposition des Archives, à l’hôtel de ville! Info : https://bit.ly/4nxynwr

The Franco-Ontarian flag’s 50th anniversary is just a few days away! Take the opportunity to see the many historical contributions the Francophone community has made in #OttCity through the Archives display at City Hall! Info: https://bit.ly/3Isgn7N

Now hiring: Health Promotion Supervisor Lead community health initiatives that tackle health equity and drive change. Mobile role, 12-month renewable contract. Make a real impact in rural and urban settings. Apply now: shorturl.at/riReI #HealthPromotion #NowHiring

The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County is bringing families and supporters together for the 2025 Walk for Dementia on Sept 21. Learn more or register here: dementiahelp.ca/walk

WOCRC was proud to join the WOW Festival at The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre! We connected with the community to promote whole-person wellness—mental, physical, and substance use health. From research to action, we’re building a more inclusive system! 💙 #WOWFestival

🍼 Drop-In Support for Breastfeeding & Chestfeeding Families A cozy space for parents and babies (under 12 months) to connect, share, and get support from an IBCLC and RN. No registration — drop in anytime! 🕐 Open-house style: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 📍 2 MacNeil Court, Kanata, Ontario

Join us at the Wellness Fair on Sept. 26 at Nepean Centrepointe Library (10 AM–3 PM)! Learn about our programs for seniors and adults with disabilities. Free event with great resources! #WellnessFair #CommunitySupport #HealthyLiving

Diana, a local artist, led a 4-week art class at Hollyer House with 15 older adult participants. They met Mondays, created 3 masterpieces, and enjoyed building friendships. The program was so popular, it’s returning this fall.

Drumming with William brought joy to our evening Adult Day Program! Staff and clients dressed up, shared laughter and smiles, and were fully engaged. The energy was magical — a beautiful reminder of how powerful music can be in connecting us all.

🦷 Free dental screening & denture cleaning today (Sept. 2) at 2 MacNeil Court, Kanata! Ottawa Public Health hygienist on site. No appointment needed. 9 AM–12 PM. All ages welcome! #OttawaHealth #FreeDentalCare #KanataEvents #HealthySmiles

🎉 Join WOCRC’s Open House! BBQ, treasure hunt, prizes & fun for all ages. 🚒 Meet first responders & learn about our services. 🥫 Bring non-perishable food for Kanata & FAMSAC food cupboards! 💙 #WOCRC #CommunityStrong #KanataEvents

As summer winds down, we're celebrating the incredible contributions of our summer students! Their energy, creativity, and dedication made a lasting impact, and we’re so grateful for all they brought. Wishing them well in their next adventures! 👏🎓 #ThankYou #SummerStudents #Gratitude #Teamwork

Don’t miss our September and October calendars of events for seniors and adults with physical disabilities in West Carleton! For more information and to register call 613-591-3686 option 3 or email [email protected].

We're hiring! WOCRC seeks a bilingual Communications & Resource Development Coordinator (12-month renewable contract). Lead strategic outreach & make a real impact in Ottawa’s west end. Apply now: shorturl.at/G8J0V #WOCRC #OttawaJobs #NowHiring

The Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre team was out on Sunday joining with colleagues and residents from across the 13 Community Health and Resource Centres in celebration of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Happy Pride ! #inclusionmatters #CelebrateDiversity #loveislove #Pride2025 #wocrc

🍦 We all scream for ice cream! Today at MacNeil, clients in the Adult Day Program had a blast making their own ice cream from scratch! There was bag-shaking, singing, laughing, and plenty of smiles all around. What a sweet way to spend the day! 💙

We loved hosting our Volunteer Meet & Greet! 💙 A chance for our amazing volunteers to connect with program managers, share stories, and celebrate the impact they make every day. Thank you for all you do! 🙌 #ThankYouVolunteers #CommunityStrong

Wild Encounters at the Nepean Adult Day Program! 🦜🦎 Clients got hands-on with colourful parrots from Perfect Parrot and met scaly friends from the Little Reptile Zoo—snakes, lizards, turtles & more. A day full of fun, feathers, and scales!

WOCRC Open House Monday, September 29, 2025 5 to 7 pm 2 MacNeil Court, Kanata, ON K2L 4H7 613-591-3686 [email protected] | wocrc.ca • Door Prizes • BBQ • Treasure Hunt • Activities for all ages • Musical Entertainment

This International Youth Day, we celebrate young people making a difference! Want to better understand yourself or connect with others? We may have programs to support you. Learn more: shorturl.at/n5eSX #youthempowerment #thepowerofyouth

💖 Happy International Friendship Day! Celebrate the people who lift you up, make you laugh, and stand by your side. Let your friends know how much they mean to you today and every day! 🌟 #FriendshipDay #GratefulForFriends #CelebrateFriendship #LoveAndLaughter

🩺 Have your say! WOCRC wants to hear from you about your primary care needs. 🕒 Just 5 minutes to make a difference. 🔗 www.surveymonkey.com/r/BYPTMX5 #WOCRC #CommunityHealth #OttawaWest #HealthSurvey #Kanata #Stittsville #WestCarleton

WOCRC is looking for a Child and Youth Counsellor. Deadline for applications: July 18. Please see our Careers section for more information. www.wocrc.ca/careers

WOCRC is looking for a Coordinator - Community Support Services / Adult Day Program. Please see our Careers section for more information. www.wocrc.ca/careers

Get ready to celebrate at the Great Galetta Gathering—and don’t let a lack of transportation hold you back! If you’re 55 or older, or living with a disability, getting there is easy and affordable! Call 613-591-3686 (Option 3) to arrange your ride - it’s just $5 for the round trip!

Préparez-vous à célébrer lors du Great Galetta Gathering—et ne laissez pas le transport vous freiner ! Vous avez 55 ans ou plus, ou vous vivez avec un handicap? Se rendre à l’événement n’a jamais été aussi simple et abordable ! Appelez le 613-591-3686 (option 3) pour réserver votre transport.

WOCRC presents a professional one-hour seminar by NaloxoneCare on opioid overdose awareness, local statistics, and stigma reduction. Learn how naloxone can help save lives. Register online: tinyurl.com/2k3vh3jb

Our July activities calendar for seniors has just been released! For more info, please visit our Social Programs page here: wocrc.ca/social-progr...

Our Community Support Services team’s social activities calendar for July is now available! Please visit the link: wocrc.ca/social-progr... or call 613-591-3686, option 3 for more information.

It's hot out there today! Visit an #OttCity splash pad for a great way to #BeatTheHeat! Find a splash pad: bit.ly/4l0JAoA You can also visit any City facility, as well as other public spaces. For locations, visit @ottawapublichealth.ca interactive map: bit.ly/3wGJsBo

Il fait chaud! Pourquoi ne pas vous rafraîchir dans une aire de jeux d’eau d’#OttVille? Lieux: bit.ly/44hiD8U De plus, rendez-vous dans n’importe quel établissement de la Ville, et d'autres espaces publics, afin de #VaincreLaChaleur. Carte interactive @santepubliqueottawa.ca: bit.ly/2M58Sms

A heat warning has been issued by Environment Canada for the City of Ottawa. More info: weather.gc.ca/en/location/...

Une alerte de chaleur émise par Environnement Canada pour la Ville d’Ottawa est en vigueur. Pour en savoir plus : meteo.gc.ca/fr/location/...

🎉 June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day! Celebrate the cultures, languages, and knowledge of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. ✨ Listen, learn, and share. #NIPD2025 #IndigenousVoices #Reconciliation

🌍 World Refugee Day Today, we recognize the courage and resilience of those forced to leave everything behind. Let’s come together to support their rights, safety, and dignity. 💙 #WorldRefugeeDay #WithRefugees #WOCRC