Apr 28, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog, St Lukes
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...
Mar 28, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog
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....
Mar 27, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog
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....
Feb 23, 2025 | Belong Ottawa, Blog, Centre 454, The Well
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,...
Nov 24, 2024 | Belong Ottawa, Blog
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...
Nov 17, 2024 | Belong Ottawa, Blog, Centre 454
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...