Ottawa Network for Education (ONFE)

Whether you’re out trick-or-treating, handing out treats or staying cozy at home, we hope your Halloween is filled with smiles (and maybe a few scares!). Our team got into the spirit carving pumpkins with their families, and we couldn’t resist sharing some of their masterpieces.

This year’s Mann Lawyers LLP & Escape Manor Fall Classic Golf Tournament raised an incredible $46,683.37 in support of the School Breakfast Program — helping ensure thousands of local students start their school day with the energy they need to learn. Thank you! 💜

5 Road Safety Tips For Halloween Night Use these five tips to make this, and every Halloween, a fun and safe one for pedestrians and drivers!

This #Halloween, ONFE wants all students to stay sharp, stay safe, and stay seen. Check out these safety tips from the Ottawa Safety Council to make your neighbourhood haunt worry-free. https://www.ottawasafetycouncil.ca/5-tips-for-halloween-night/

Graphic with a purple starry background promoting ONFE’s Spark Soirée, presented by TAAG. Text reads: 'Spark Soirée, May 6, 2026, Infinity Convention Centre.' A large calendar icon in the center says 'Save the Date!' ONFE and Réseau d’Ottawa pour l’éducation logos appear at the bottom.

Save the Date: ONFE's annual Spark Soirée, presented by TAAG, returns on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Infinity Convention Centre. Join us for an inspiring evening in support of local students.

Mark your calendar - tickets on sale soon! www.sparksoiree.ca

Réservez la date : La Soirée Spark annuelle de ROPE revient le mercredi 6 mai 2026 au Infinity Convention Centre. Joignez-vous à nous pour une soirée inspirante en appui aux élèves de notre communauté. Les billets seront en vente bientôt! www.sparksoiree.ca

A student sits at a desk with an open notebook, pencils, and a laptop. On the laptop screen, an adult volunteer smiles and gives two thumbs up during a virtual tutoring session. The Ottawa Network for Education / Réseau d’Ottawa pour l’éducation logo and text read “Volunteers in Education / Bénévoles en éducation.”

Volunteers in Education open doors for Ottawa students—helping them gain the confidence, skills, and support they need to succeed in school and beyond. Get involved today: https://ow.ly/Gqjc50Xeo8z

A student sits at a desk with an open notebook, pencils, and a laptop. On the laptop screen, an adult volunteer smiles and gives two thumbs up during a virtual tutoring session. The Ottawa Network for Education / Réseau d’Ottawa pour l’éducation logo and text read “Volunteers in Education / Bénévoles en éducation.”

Les bénévoles en éducation ouvrent des portes pour les élèves d’Ottawa—les aidant à acquérir la confiance, les compétences et le soutien dont ils ont besoin pour réussir à l’école et au-delà. Participez dès aujourd’hui : https://ow.ly/Lyvm50Xeo9V

A young boy wearing glasses sits at a library table with an open book, smiling as he works with a female volunteer. White text overlay in French reads: “Des rencontres régulières en tête-à-tête avec un bénévole attentionné renforcent la confiance de l’enfant. #BénévolesEnÉducation.” The Ottawa Network for Education’s 40th anniversary logo is displayed at the bottom.

Qu'il s'agisse d'aider à la lecture, à l'écriture, au calcul, à la préparation des repas ou des collations, les membres de la communauté aident les élèves à prendre confiance en eux, à renforcer leurs compétences et à se sentir importants. https://ow.ly/7T8950X7TPY

A young boy wearing glasses sits at a library table with an open book, smiling as he works with a female volunteer. White text overlay reads: “Regular one-to-one time with a caring volunteer builds a child’s confidence. #VolunteersInEducation.” The Ottawa Network for Education’s 40th anniversary logo is displayed at the bottom.

Whether assisting with literacy, numeracy, prepping meals or snacks, or helping a teacher in the classroom, by volunteering in schools, community members help students gain confidence, strengthen their skills, and feel like they matter. https://ow.ly/4OrI50X7Tqi.

Les collectivités ne peuvent prospérer si Ottawa ne modernise pas son financement Le financement fédéral s’accompagne d’une charge administrative importante pour les OBNL.

Les collectivités ne peuvent prospérer si Ottawa ne modernise pas son financement www.ledevoir.com/opinion/idee...

Voici Mitch. C’est un joueur de hockey de ligue récré qui croit qu’on peut laisser un don à un organisme dans son testament. Parce que n’importe qui peut laisser un héritage. https://ow.ly/gBA750X9Myy

Automatic tax filing, permanent school food program coming in budget: Carney Prime Minister Mark Carney is announcing a series of affordability measures Friday, making good on some spring campaign commitments ahead of the fall budget.

"The federal government is also moving ahead with making the national school food program permanent. Providing meals for an estimated 400,000 children.” www.ctvnews.ca/politics/art...

A person wearing a green top is holding four brown eggs in both hands against a blurred green outdoor background. Below, a banner reads “World Egg Day! / Journée mondiale des œufs” with the Ottawa Network for Education and Réseau d’Ottawa pour l’éducation logos.

Happy #WorldEggDay! Eggs are packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals that support healthy bodies and minds. A big thank you to Egg Farmers of Ontario for bringing eggs to our tables every day, and for helping fuel students through the School Breakfast Program.

Last week, ONFE's #SchoolBreakfastProgram trained a passionate group of new volunteers who will be serving nutritious meals and snacks in Ottawa schools. A huge thank-you to our new volunteers - your time, care, and commitment are helping build a stronger, healthier community.

La semaine dernière, le ROPE a formé un groupe de nouveaux bénévoles passionnés qui offriront des repas et des collations nutritifs dans les écoles d’Ottawa grâce à notre Programme des petits déjeuners dans les écoles. Un immense merci à nos nouveaux bénévoles!

Nonprofits are working hard to serve communities, but outdated federal funding models are holding us back. On October 22, join us for the launch of Fair Funding for Nonprofits—a new national coalition working to fix federal funding. https://ow.ly/Fffr50X3Mp0

Two smiling young girls sit at a table holding bananas, one pretending it’s a phone. Text overlay reads: “Last chance to double your impact! Dernière chance de doubler votre impact!” with hashtags #BreakfastMatters and #LeDéjeunerCompte. Ottawa Network for Education and Senators Community Foundation logos are included, with a banner that says “Donation Match!”

Time's running out! Our Breakfast Matters campaign in support of our School Breakfast Program ends tomorrow night! Donate today and have your donation matched thanks to the generosity of the Senators Community Foundation. Donate today : https://ow.ly/3Pqn50X3yWW @senators.bsky.social

Three smiling young children sit together enjoying food. Text on the image reads: “Healthy Food. Happy Students. Une alimentation saine. Des élèves heureux.” The Ottawa Senators Community Foundation logo appears with the words “Donation Match!” At the bottom, Ottawa Network for Education’s 40th anniversary logo is displayed alongside the hashtags #BREAKFASTMATTERS and #LEDÉJEUNERCOMPTE.

Only one week left! Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’ve reached 70% of our fundraising goal for ONFE’s School Breakfast Program. But we’re not done yet—we need your help to get over the finish line! ow.ly/rg4K50X0fa7

Graphique promotionnel pour l’Expo des Bénévoles organisée par Bénévoles Ottawa. L’arrière-plan bleu affiche en haut le texte : « Volunteer Expo / Expo des bénévoles. Organisé par Volunteer Ottawa / Organisé par Bénévoles Ottawa. » En lettres blanches apparaît l’invitation : « Venez nous voir à l’Expo des Bénévoles. » Les détails de l’événement suivent : « Vendredi le 19 septembre, 15 h 30 à 18 h 30 PM, Centre Lakeside Ron Kolbus, 102, avenue Greenview. » En bas à gauche figure le logo du Réseau d’Ottawa pour l’éducation. En arrière-plan, une main feuillette un livre ouvert.

Vous aimeriez faire du bénévolat dans les écoles? Passez à notre table lors de l'expo des bénévoles, le vendredi 19 septembre de 15 h 30 à 18 h 30 au Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre, pour découvrir comment vous pouvez changer la vie des élèves partout à Ottawa.

cc: @volunteerottawa.bsky.social

Promotional graphic for the Volunteer Expo organized by Volunteer Ottawa. The top half has a blue background with white text that reads: “Volunteer Expo / Expo des bénévoles. Organized by Volunteer Ottawa / Organisé par Bénévoles Ottawa.” Below, bold text says “Come see us at the Volunteer Expo” followed by event details: “Friday, September 19, 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM, Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre, 102 Greenview Ave.” At the bottom left is the Ottawa Network for Education logo. The background image shows an open book with slightly blurred pages.

Interested in volunteering in schools? Come by our table at the Volunteer Ottawa #VolunteerExpo on Friday, September 19 from 3:30–6:30 pm at the Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of students across Ottawa.

cc: @volunteerottawa.bsky.social

Fighting student hunger in Ottawa Learn about the efforts to end student hunger in Ottawa and how you can help.

This school year, #Ottawa students are counting on you. We must raise $30,000 by October 1st to keep pace with demand. Donate today and the Senators Community Foundation will match your donation—doubling your impact for local kids. ow.ly/IAxJ50WHAVi

Learn more: www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/video...

Every smile, every moment of connection fuels a child’s ability to participate fully in their school day. Until October 1st, your gift will be matched by the Senators Community Foundation doubling your impact up to $25,000. Donate to feed hungry kids today! cc: @senators.bsky.social

Current Openings Take a look at the current openings at Ottawa Network for Education

📣 We're Hiring | Nous Embauchons
Chief Programs Officer | Cheffe/chef des programmes
Human Resources Specialist | Spécialiste en ressources humaines

For more information | Pour en savoir plus : onferope.bamboohr.com/careers

Notre mission est de stimuler les élèves et d'éveiller leur curiosité intellectuelle grâce à des programmes équitables, afin que chaque élève puisse s'épanouir. Nous avons besoin de VOTRE soutien ! onfe-rope.ca/fr/

It's never too early to help local students get ready for another school year! We're on a mission to fuel students & ignite learning through equitable programming, ensuring every student can thrive and we need YOUR support! onfe-rope.ca

A white plate holding frozen red and green grapes. The grapes are covered with a light frost, emphasizing their cool freshness. A blue text box centered in the image reads: “Looking for a refreshing and healthy snack on a hot summer day? Try frozen grapes—nature’s icy pearls!” The ONFE/ROPE logo appears in the bottom right corner.

Looking for a refreshing and healthy snack on a hot summer day? Try frozen grapes—nature’s icy pearls! They're sweet, hydrating, and perfect for fueling young minds and bodies. ONFE’s #SchoolBreakfastProgram believes healthy habits start with simple, nourishing foods.

Un grand merci aux Play Food & Wine, Beckta dining & wine, et Gezellig pour 3 mois incroyables de générosité en appui au Programme des petits déjeuners dans les écoles. 3353 $ ont été amassés pour offrir aux élèves la nutrition dont ils ont besoin pour se concentrer et s’épanouir. #Ottawa

A standing ovation to Ottawa restaurants, Play Food & Wine, Beckta dining & wine, and Gezellig for three incredible months of generosity in support of ONFE’s #SchoolBreakfastProgram! $3,353 was raised to help give students the nourishment they need to focus and thrive. Thank you!

Toaster Cheese Tortillas are an easy way to fuel up! Use a whole grain tortilla & add cheese. Fold tortilla sides inward about the width of a toaster slot, fold again & pop into toaster, as shown in photos. Do not overfill or use torn tortillas. Support healthy eating: onfe-rope.ca/our-work/sch...

A raised garden bed filled with a variety of thriving vegetables and herbs, including leafy greens, chives with purple blossoms, and kale. The soil looks rich and healthy, and the plants are lush and vibrant. In the background, another raised bed with freshly planted soil is visible. The ground around the beds is covered with black landscape fabric and wood mulch to prevent weeds.

From classroom to garden — these veggies thrived! A grade 3 teacher at Queen Elizabeth Public School started her garden with ONFE’s #ClassroomGardens program. Students ended the school year with a salad party with their harvest! She’s one of 170+ Ottawa teachers who joined the program this year.