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Celebrating Red: A Birthday, a Story, and the Power of Belonging

by | August 19, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog | 0 Comments

“Happy Birthday to you!”  As applause filled the room in the centre, a slice of rich chocolate cake appeared, paired with a birthday card brimming with kind words and well wishes. This July, Red chose to spend his birthday at Belong Ottawa—a place that has become a...
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by | April 28, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog, St Lukes | 0 Comments

Participants were excited to join a recent outing to the National Gallery of Canada—a landmark many had never been able to explore, despite living in Ottawa for years. For some, it was a long-awaited first visit, yet for others, an unexpected opportunity. One...
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National Social Work Month – Reina P., Registered Social Worker

by | March 28, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog | 0 Comments

A social worker is a professional who helps individuals, families, and communities. They advocate for social justice and support people in improving their quality of life through counselling, resource and systems navigation, and connection to community services....
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National Social Work Month – Jason D., Registered Social Worker

by | March 27, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog | 0 Comments

A social worker is a professional who helps individuals, families, and communities. They advocate for social justice and support people in improving their quality of life through counselling, resource and systems navigation, and connection to community services....
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National Social Work Month – Panah K., MSW Student

by | March 18, 2025 | Blog | 0 Comments

A social worker is a professional who helps individuals, families, and communities. They advocate for social justice and support people in improving their quality of life through counselling, resource and systems navigation, and connection to community services....
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Weathering the Storm: Belong Ottawa Opens Its Doors

by | February 23, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog, Centre 454, The Well | 0 Comments

On the morning of February 13th, staff at 275 Elgin Street—affectionately known as The Well—were greeted with a blanket of snow, covering every entrance, door, and pathway. As the winter storm relentlessly continued, the team worked tirelessly with shovels in hand,...
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We All Belong – Yoonis’ Story

by | November 24, 2024 | Belong Ottawa, Blog | 0 Comments

For Yoonis, community and kindness are guiding principles. A gardener at heart, Yoonis has always found joy in growing things from the ground up—whether it’s vegetables in his garden or connections in his community. His tomatoes, pumpkins, and potatoes thrive under...
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We All Belong – Irene’s Story

by | November 17, 2024 | Belong Ottawa, Blog, Centre 454 | 0 Comments

For Irene, community service is not just an act of kindness; it’s a responsibility she holds close. Growing up in a small, close-knit town outside of Ottawa, Irene was surrounded by neighbours who supported each other through thick and thin. She fondly recalls a time...
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We All Belong – Cecilia’s Story

by | November 11, 2024 | Belong Ottawa, Blog, Centre 454 | 0 Comments

“The faces at Belong Ottawa bring me joy every day.” For the past 13 years, Cecilia has found a second home at Belong Ottawa’s drop-in programs at Centre 454 and The Well. As a longtime participant, Cecilia has found comfort coming to Belong Ottawa for many reasons,...
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We All Belong – Liz’s Story

by | November 4, 2024 | Belong Ottawa, Blog, Centre 454 | 0 Comments

If you have ever visited Belong Ottawa at Centre 454, chances are you know Liz.  With her boisterous laugh and contagious energy, Liz has been a community builder at Centre 454 for 25 years, making her Belong Ottawa’s longest tenured employee. As Belong Ottawa’s...
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