The Ottawa Mission is #MoreThanAShelter. Outside of emergency food & shelter, we also provide educational programs that help those in need rebuild their lives. One of these programs is Discovery University!

So great to have Councillor Catherine Kitts down for a tour of The Ottawa Mission today … nice to see such a true heart for the #homeless and such an appreciation for the work we do.

Pleased to see Dr Dr. Vera Etches on this powerhouse panel re: Creating Quality of Life at #OttCityBuild alongside Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa’s Katie Burkholder Harris, GOHBA Jason Burggraaf & #ottcity’s Jennifer Armstrong. Great insights re: social determinants of health. #ProudChair Ottawa Public Health

Help #Ottawa receive its fair share of provincial homelessness funding. Without it, permanent supportive housing for those on the street will have to be canceled. Support the Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa campaign to demand that Ottawa gets the funding it deserves: tinyurl.com/73u26bc5

It's been a while since we posted a #MentalHealthMusicBreak, and somehow this one just seems right this morning. Maybe take a break from scrolling for 3 minutes & enjoy this gem. Rest easy, Gordon, and thanks for the music. youtube.com/watch?v=phcDgM…

Yesterday we celebrated our Food Services Training Program (FSTP) graduating class! 🎓👨‍🎓 Of the 20 students graduating , 19 have already secured a job in the industry. Learn more: bit.ly/428ecuK #MoreThanAShelter

We'd like to share a particularly touching moment from last week's Food Services Training Program (FSTP)Graduation Ceremony. One of our graduates, Kenzie, is pleasantly surprised by a job offer from Chef Ric's during the ceremony. ❤️ #MoreThanAShelter

Thank you, Peter, for sharing your story and for reminding us a little hope can go a long way. cbc.ca/news/canada/ot… If you or someone you know is looking for substance use and addictions support check out the link in our replies.

Nursing Week gives us the opportunity to recognize the important role that Ottawa Public Health nurses play in our health care system. They help to protect the health of our community through their tireless work, compassion and dedication. Thank you! #OurNursesOurFuture

Last week we had the honour of hosting our AMAZING volunteers for an appreciation night event! We hope everyone had fun at our 'decades' themed event. ☮️ A special thank you to Chef Ric's for catering the event & cooking such creative decade-themed food!

We have some exciting news to share! 🎉 Chef Ric's is thrilled to announce that we will be the exclusive caterer for the Casino Lac-Leamy VIP Suites at the upcoming RBC Ottawa Bluesfest this July! Stay tuned for more details. #FeedingHopeChangingLives #RBCBluesfest

A BIG thank you to everyone who took advantage of our TRIPLE match over the last 48 hours! Your kindness means so much to the community we support. We also want to extend a big thank you to Hobin Architecture for being our triple match partner in this campaign. #SummerOfHope ☀️

Please continue to monitor the Air Quality Health Index regularly & be sure to plan your activities accordingly. Learn more, including who is at higher risk and how to stay safe: OttawaPublicHealth.ca/OutdoorAirPoll…

“That’s all people need: Love and full bellies.” - Pauline This spring, Pauline proudly graduated from our Food Services Training Program as the class valedictorian. Read her story in our latest newsletter: ow.ly/Q17b50OQrCz #SummerOfHope ☀️

FYI: beach-accessible wheelchairs are available at no cost this summer! They're available daily at Mooney’s Bay Beach, Britannia Beach & Petrie Island Beach from 11:30am-6:30pm on a first-come-first-serve basis until August 27. More info via City of Ottawa: ow.ly/bcew50P51FJ

Minister Sylvia Jones confirms Ontario Government is reverting back to a 75 (province) - 25 (municipal) split for public health funding in #Ontario. Good news for #ottcity, Ottawa Public Health & all members of alPHa who were advocating for this important commitment. #ONpoli #AMO2023

Some news from me! I have a new radio show starting Monday. It will air on the CityNews stations in Halifax, Kitchener, Calgary and Vancouver. And the wonderful David Smith is along for the ride! I hope you'll give it a try. It's weekdays from 1-4 PM EST. ottawa.citynews.ca/2023/11/17/now…

A heartfelt thank you to DYMON Storage for their generosity in this year’s #GivingTuesday campaign. This is our 6th year working together on this campaign, & your dedication and commitment to community engagement to support our most vulnerable people does not go unnoticed.

In light of today’s news, I am reposting the statement signed by 85 faith leaders from throughout our community. We must continue to work together to resist division, support each other as neighbours, prevent hatred and racism, and make Ottawa safe for all residents. Let’s all

I’m often emotional at the finish line, but receiving my Ottawa Marathon medal from Dhanushka Wickramasinghe was very touching and moving. As a husband and father, I was heartbroken by his unimaginable loss. I am still fundraising to support this kind and inspiring man as he