🌱 Looking for ways to reduce food waste and save money? Join us for FoodWise 2026, an engaging workshop in partnership with Foodsharing Ottawa that will explore simple, practical strategies to make the most of the food you already have at home.

Thank you western Ottawa ❤️ Our hearts are full after celebrating our 40th Anniversary with so many wonderful community members and partners at our Open House on Monday. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate four decades of care and connection!

Our WalkFit & Wellness – Nordic Pole Walking fall sessions are underway! It’s been wonderful to see such a great turnout and so many familiar and new faces out walking together. If you are interested in joining the Fall session get in touch with Elaine at 613-591-3686 ext 299 or tountas@wocrc.ca

It's back! We're excited to be partnering with Christ Church Bells Corners and FAMSAC Food Cupboard to host our second annual Trunk-or-Treat Halloween event! This event offers an accessible, community-focused alternative for trick-or-treaters and their families. ****

Free Dental Screening Clinic Coming to Richmond! @ottawapublichealth.ca, in partnership with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre, is offering a free dental screening clinic for residents of all ages on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre.

We had a great time at last weekend’s Nepean Fall Fest hosted by MPP Tyler Watt . It was a great opportunity to share information on the programs and services we have running in the area including many of our Community Support Services. wocrc.ca/.../08/CSS-p...

We had the opportunity to host our @ottawapublichealth.ca Health dental screening clinic in Fitzroy! We had over 15 attendees and were able to provide dental screenings to 7 community members. It was a great opportunity to showcase how partners can collaborate to support our rural communities.

Today our team was grateful to welcome Mayor Sutcliffe to WOCRC and receive a proclamation recognizing our 40th Anniversary. In the last four decades one thing hasn’t changed, and that is our connection to the communities and people we serve. Thank you for the visit @mark-sutcliffe.bsky.social!

Book a free appointment with a Registered Dental Hygienist in Fitzroy Harbour! A dental screening is a brief visual assessment of oral health conducted by Ottawa Public Health Registered Dental Hygienists to identify potential dental concerns and support with access to dental care.

Music & Movement at Hollyer House! Looking for a fun way to get moving, enjoy music and connect with others? Our Music & Movement program at Hollyer House offers an engaging and welcoming opportunity for adults 55+ to move, dance and have fun in a supportive social setting. Details in poster!

We’re hiring a Family Resource Worker to join our team! If you’re passionate about supporting families and caregivers, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are also still hiring for the following positions: · Child and youth care practitioner (casual) · Driver (casual)

A little rain could not keep the members of Queerio’s Junior crew away from some adventures last week! Our youth had a great time participating in a Mindful Walk through the woods.

WOCRC staff & board joined the Coalition of Community Health and Resource Centres at the Capital Pride Parade! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Pride is a celebration and a commitment to equity, dignity, and belonging. Learn about Queerios: wocrc.ca/program/quee...

The Ottawa Food partnership and the City For All Women Initiative have created a series of information cards on four important issues this election season: income, housing, transportation, and food security. ottawacommunityfoodpartnership.ca/electionreso...

In partnership with Champlain Regional Cancer Program, we will be offering cancer screenings to community members including cervical, colon, breast, and lung. Appointments will be held at our 2 MacNeil Court location and require registration using the following form, bit.ly/4xkpRq3

The Mission Food Truck is coming to the west end! Every Tuesday between 3:45-4:15 at Christ Church Bells Corners/Hollyer House, providing free meals to community members. Please share this information with your networks.

If you don’t have a family doctor now is great time to join the Health Care Connect waitlist! Register today by calling 1-800-445-1822 or visiting www.ontario.ca/healthcareconnect.

If you are raising a child between the ages of 6-19 who is facing mental health or addiction challenges, our team is partnering with PLEO to offer a Parent Support Group. Ce programme est disponible en français seulement.

Our Anniversary Open house is coming up on September 28th. This will be an evening of celebration, fun, and connection. We would love to have you join us and enjoy the free BBQ meal, live music, face painting, door prizes and more! www.eventbrite.com/e/1989247610...

40th Anniversary Open House

WOCRC is turning 40! Le CRCOO fête ses 40 ans !

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Bell Corners community members, on August 22nd from 9am-3pm Silver Spring Studios will be hosting its first ever Farm Fun Day! Come on out for an opporutunity to connect with the community at this free event.

In partnership with the Champlain Regional Cancer Program, WOCRC will be hosting an HPV cervical cancer screening clinic on August 11. Location: 2 MacNeil Court, Kanata Times: 10 am to 2 pm *By appointment only. See flyer for details.

It's not too late to register for this August's Pens and Paint program for youth aged 12-20. Come on out and join this free program to meet new people and make art together! Email youth@wocrc.ca to register.

WOCRC was proud to be part of West Side Pride this past weekend. Thank you to the organizers for bringing pride to the west end and to everyone who stopped by our booth to spin the wheel and learn more about our programs and services. It was an amazing day! 🌈

We are hiring for the following positions, please share this post with your network! Nous recrutons actuellement pour les postes suivants. N’hésitez pas à partager cette publication avec votre réseau ! wocrc.ca/careers/

🌿 June is National Indigenous History Month This month we are hosting an Indigenous History Month Celebration with our friends at Christ Church Bells Corner and FAMSAC Food Cupboard. Join us on Saturday, June 13th from 10:00-1:00 pm the event will feature dancing, art projects, and snacks.

🎉 Family Fun Day is Coming! 🎉 Join us for a day packed with laughter, games, food, and fun for all! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the whole family and enjoy activities, entertainment, and you’ll also get to meet some of our fantastic community partners!! 🤝 ✅ Register today, www.eventbrite.ca/.../family-f....

WOCRC proudly partnered with the Electronics Recycling Association last weekend for an e-waste collection drive at our Kanata location! ♻️ Thanks to everyone who stopped by to support responsible recycling. Great first event together — we look forward to next year!

Our team is looking for volunteers who enjoy walking, love being outdoors, and want to support others in staying active and connected! If you think this is you… join us for an orientation session on June June 4th from 12:30-3:00.

Back by popular demand! Our team is hosting two more hearing screenings for adults 55+. • Carp Library, May 28th from 10:00am-4:00pm • 2 MacNeil Court, June 15th from 10:00am- 4:00pm Registration and a health card are required. Contact Wendy at wwilliamsonscrim@chs.ca or 1-866-518-0000 ext. 4269

WOCRC and our partners at FAMSAC and Christ Church Bells Corners are hosting an Indigenous History Month event on June 13th. It will be a great opportunity to learn, enjoy activities for the whole family, and spend time in community.