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Some ideas are too good to stay grounded! When community takes flight, kids get the lift they need to start school strong.
🎒 Help fuel the momentum. Donate today: acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNCZRZNSEZ

#Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social @stephaneoch.bsky.social @rawlson.bsky.social @timtierney.ca

Beautiful @villequebec.bsky.social superbe !

Day 2 of Pack-a-Sack ✅
With help from PwC Canada, @hydroottawa.bsky.social, @teksystems.bsky.social , @khalsaaidca.bsky.social & Active Youth Ottawa we packed 1,000+ backpacks today! We’re on the home stretch. Help us get even more kids ready for school 📚
#Ottawa @rawlson.bsky.social @timtierney.ca

6,400 apartments later , @och-lco.bsky.social in-suite LED retrofit is going full throttle!

Thanks @envirocentre.bsky.social @Lightenco and to our team to make this massive undertaking possible.

@tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca

Go Theresa, go!

@tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social

What an absolutely incredible day for Ottawa! Congratulations to Luke Evans, a Carleton University graduate, and the first finisher of IRONMAN Canada- Ottawa. And congratulations to Aliisa Heiskanen of Gatineau, the first female to finish. An amazing achievement in front of an electric crowd.

Determination , Perseverance, Stamina, Inspiration , Humility, Commitment, Endurance, Passion.

Ladies and gentlemen, the Chair of the Board of @och-lco.bsky.social is running #ironmanottawa !

@mayormarksutcliffe.bsky.social @glengower.ca

Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. Smoke from forest fires is expected to continue to spread south into southern Ontario this afternoon and evening. The wildfire smoke may persist for much of the weekend for parts of southern Ontario. Air quality and visibility due to wildfire smoke can fluctuate over short distances and can vary considerably from hour to hour. As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance. People more likely to be impacted by outdoor air pollution, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms. When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. When there is an extreme heat event occurring with poor air quality, prioritize keeping cool. Protect your indoor air from wildfire smoke. Actions can include using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation system and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine particles. If you must spend time outdoors, a well-constructed, well-fitting and properly worn respirator type mask (such as a NIOSH-certified N95 or equivalent respirator) can reduce your exposure to the fine particles in the smoke. Even though exposure may be reduced, there can still be risks to health. Check in on others who are in your care or live nearby who may be more likely to be impacted by outdoor air pollution. Always follow guidance from local aut…

Map of air quality observations in the Ottawa region

Ottawa Downtown: hourly air quality health index readings

Map showing smoke cover

The sky is getting hazier and the smoke is starting to irritate my eyes and smoke. A Special Air Quality Statement has been issued by Environment Canada

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Agreed!

The excitement of receiving a new backpack is about more than just fresh supplies- it’s the hope of a year filled with fun & learning.

Not every kid gets to feel that.
Help us bring that joy to 2,000+ kids living in @och-lco.bsky.social.

Donate today: acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNCZRZ...

Big thanks to @hydroottawa.bsky.social Ottawa for powering the start of this year’s Pack-a-Sack campaign! ⚡🎒

Together, we’re helping 2,000+ kids living in @och-lco.bsky.social communities head back to school proud and prepared.

#BacktoSchool #CommunitySupport #Ottawa

🎒 “It’s more than just a backpack.”
On An Hour to Give, Annie shared how Pack-a-Sack helps kids in OCH communities feel like they belong; equipped, confident & ready to succeed.
Help us pack 2,000 backpacks this year.
#Education #BackToSchool #Children #SupportLocal #Ottawa #Education #SupportLocal

What an incredible day at Carivibe!
Perfect weather, amazing energy, and so much to enjoy for the whole family — music, food, dancing, and fun at every turn. I had a great time connecting with residents and taking in the celebrations.

Yesterday we held a Hop on Bikes event & distributed 40 adult bikes in an @och-lco.bsky.social #community! Volunteers from PwC joined us for the day & helped tune up & distribute #bikes. For adults a bike is a reliable way to get to work, appointments & run errands. #Ottawa #GoGreen #biking

What do #Connect4 & recLINK have in common? They both bring youth together! Yesterday, we held our first-ever Connect4 Tournament in an @och-lco.bsky.social #community, giving 25 #youth a fun way to connect &build friendships.

#Recreation #Games #Housing #Ottawa #Friendship #SupportLocal

What a double great pleasure! Diane was @och-lco.bsky.social board member and a true inspiration! Made my day 🙂

Beautiful

Going up!

@tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca @och-lco.bsky.social

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10 years + of giving back to charities

40 degrees

This is team @och-lco.bsky.social

Many thx 🙏

@tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca @ochfoundation.bsky.social @ysb-bsj.bsky.social @mayormarksutcliffe.bsky.social

The 2nd Annual Youth Futures Basketball Tournament was a great exhibition of the talent and energy that defines the program’s youth! Here’s a quick peek into the action 😉

@och-lco.bsky.social @stephaneoch.bsky.social @en.ottawa.ca
#Ottawa #Youth #Basketball #Sports #Career #Community #Education

Look who paid a visit to Stittsville Main Street today! Part of a training exercise for the Ottawa Police Mounted Unit. (Thx @stephaneoch.bsky.social for the photo 😎)

No child should go hungry this summer. Thanks to @khalsaaidca.bsky.social, Lionhearts, Italfoods Ottawa, @ottawafoodbank.bsky.social & OCDSB we got 30,000+ lbs of food to kids and families living in @och-lco.bsky.social. @stephaneoch.bsky.social
#Ottawa #FoodInsecurity #OttawaSummerFoodDrive

This month, the Tenant Calendar highlights OCH’s Community Safety Services (CSS). Not sure who to call in a safety situation? Check the calendar chart to know when to contact CSS vs other services. CSS is available 24/7 at 613-731-1182, opt 1. #TenantsFirst www.och-lco.ca/tenant-calen...

Yesterday our OCH Foundation team had the honour of joining @khalsaaidca.bsky.social’s gala to welcome CEO Ravi Singh to Canada. It was inspiring to meet him & Jindi Singh, National Director & see the vision behind their work.

#Ottawa #Community #Aid #Nonprofit #Canada #Housing #AffordableHousing

Our residents, our team and our partners are amazing! Today a great turnout at the @och-lco.bsky.social BBQ at Wurtemberg. @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social

Thank you for your support and engagement towards our tenants and communities!

❤️ this 👇

@tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca

🍁 Happy Canada Day from OCH!
Communities across Ottawa came together to celebrate with food, fun & great company.
Thanks to all staff, tenants & partners who made it possible!
📸 Send pics: editor@och.ca