Community First

A Season of Engagement and Support

November 2024

Pictured: CCI Ottawa

Welcome to the Rideau Community Hub!

Welcome to the Rideau Community Hub! As a center dedicated to building connections, supporting personal growth, and creating opportunities, we’re excited to have you join us. This month, our programs focus on career development, cultural events, and community health. Whether you’re here to learn, connect, or volunteer, you’re part of what makes this community so vibrant!

About Us:

Located in the former Rideau High School, the Hub serves Ottawa’s Rideau/Vanier community as a multi-agency center providing essential services and community programs. Managed by the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, it offers support in areas like health, family services, Indigenous community resources, newcomer integration, and more. Use of Interactive Service Navigation Tool to go through our facility and easily locate the services you need

Key Services:

The Hub is home to numerous organizations providing childcare, food assistance, advocacy, immigrant support, and more, ensuring that community members can access valuable resources in one place.

Community Connections:

Through programs, workshops, and events, the Hub brings together people from all walks of life to foster connection, resilience, and cultural exchange.

For more details, visit the Rideau Community Hub website.

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Employment Opportunities

Employment Navigation Tool

Discover the Employment Navigation Tool with our new video tutorial! This step-by-step guide on the Rideau Community Hub website shows you how to explore job and volunteer opportunities across various industries.

Whether you're kickstarting your career or looking for volunteer work, this tool is designed to support your journey. Watch now and make the most of the resources available to you!

Employment Navigation Tool

RIDEAU COMMUNITY HUB

OPEN HOUSE

Come learn about community resources and discover ways to get involved!

Join us at the Ward 13 Open House to meet representatives from various organizations at the Rideau Community Hub. Explore opportunities for volunteering, engage with your community, and learn about the resources available to you.

Event Details

📅 Date: December 3, 2024

📍 Place: 815 St. Laurent Blvd, Cafeteria - Main Floor

⏰ Time: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Organization Spotlight

Pictured: Ottawa Good Food Box

The organization highlight of the month is The Ottawa Good Food Box!

The Ottawa Good Food Box offers affordable, fresh produce and pantry staples to communities across Ottawa, making it easy to access healthy food at a lower cost. Boxes are available monthly and can be picked up or delivered. Each purchase supports local farmers, reducing food insecurity and building a resilient community food system.

Visit the Ottawa Good Food Box website to learn more about ordering and supporting local food initiatives!

Feature Your Organization in the Next Rideau Community Hub Newsletter!

Would you like to feature your events, services, or general information in the next Rideau Community Hub newsletter and social media platforms?

This is a great opportunity to increase visibility and connect with the community through our centralized resource guide.

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Pictured: Gifts in Kind

EVENTS

Rideau Community Hub Events

The Rideau Community Hub’s November events feature engaging workshops, a grand opening, and community-focused sessions. Highlights include a storytelling tour of Château Laurier, impact measurement workshops for non-profits, and Volunteer Ottawa’s Volunteer Hub Grand Opening on November 12. Additional events include film screenings and a conversation series designed to foster community connections.

For more details, you can explore the full November lineup on our official events page.

Events

Community Resources

Resource of The Month

Did you know? The Hub offers free daily access to computers for those needing internet access, and our Employment Support Program runs weekly to assist with resume building and interview preparation.

Let us know how we can support you! Know someone who could use this? Forward this newsletter!

Pictured: Ottawa Good Food Box

Rideau Community Hub Organizations

Discover a variety of services through our directory of organizations. Whether you need child care, employment opportunities, health services, counseling, educational workshops, recreational activities, food assistance, housing support, or legal aid, our comprehensive guide connects you to the resources you need.

Join us to explore and access vital community support!

Organizations

Interactive Navigation

Use our interactive building map to navigate through our facility and easily locate the services you need. Whether you’re visiting for childcare, accessing the food bank, or attending an event, our map will guide you every step of the way.

Explore the various floors and sections to familiarize yourself with our layout and make your visit a seamless experience.

Interactive Navigation

Get Involved & Stay Connected

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