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Lyra Evans OCDSB School Trustee Zone 6: Rideau-Vanier and Rideau-Rockcliffe

Looking forward to a new term with the OCDSB

From the desk of Ottawa-Carleton District School Board Zone 6 Trustee Lyra Evans

I am honoured that the people of Rideau-Vanier/Rideau-Rockcliffe have chosen me to represent their interests at the Ottawa Carleton District… Continue reading “Looking forward to a new term with the OCDSB”

During the October harvest chili dinner, volunteers served over 120 people and sold out of all three types of chili. The 99th Girl Guides and Pathfinders and their leaders were amazing as servers and helpers. The church appreciates the support of the community for this fundraising event. Photo: Diana Poitras

For everything there is a season . . .

At St. Columba, the start of the new school year, the changing colour of the leaves, the nip in the… Continue reading “For everything there is a season . . .”

Seven-year-old Shelby Ethier will be showcase her drawing and design skills at her booth, “Shelby’s Awesome Tattoos” booth at the first Ottawa Children’s Market in Manor Park November 12. Photo: Doug Banks

Local youth test entrepreneurial skills in children’s marketplace

When Natalie Ethier first heard about the Ottawa Children’s Market, she immediately remembered her 7-year-old daughter, Shelby, coming home from… Continue reading “Local youth test entrepreneurial skills in children’s marketplace”

Family Homelessness Lab identifies gaps and missed opportunities in housing services

As those of you following this project will remember, a Rapid Response Table (RRT) emerged from The Family Homelessness Lab’s… Continue reading “Family Homelessness Lab identifies gaps and missed opportunities in housing services

Consider carving out a bit of time to help your community

From the desk of Manor Park Community Association President Natalie Belovic As I write this month’s column, the first word… Continue reading “Consider carving out a bit of time to help your community”

New Manor Park community association focused on local renters and tenants

New community association to focus on needs of tenants

This article is by Ayse Comeau, co-founder of the Manor Park Tenant Union. After unsuccessful attempts to make our local… Continue reading “New community association to focus on needs of tenants”

A digital skills instructors with the Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre (RRCRC) makes use of a 3D printer at the RRCRC’s maker space studio. Photo supplied by RRCRC

Rideau-Rockcliffe community centre expands maker space tools

The Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre (RRCRC) recently launched a fundraiser to expand on its maker space program for community youth…. Continue reading “Rideau-Rockcliffe community centre expands maker space tools”