The Bronson Centre offers affordable space to non-profit community service groups. Monthly meetings provide an opportunity for resident groups to network and share ideas.
A.P.P.L.E. - A Post Psychiatric Leisure Experience (top) APPLE is a non-profit consumer initiative that is operated for and by psychiatric consumers. Our mandate is to provide recreational programming and peer support for persons who have or have had mental illness. Some of our activities include a peer support group, wellness program, light meals, mental health education and a substance abuse group.
Adoption Council of Canada (ACC) (top) The Adoption Council of Canada informs and educates Canadians on all aspects of adoption, promotes the placement of waiting children in permanent families and promotes openness and honesty in adoption. Canada's Waiting Children, a program to find permanent families for Canadian children in foster care, is operated by the ACC. The organization operates two web sites.
tel:
fax:
email:
web:
613-235-0344 or
1-888-54-ADOPT
(1-888-542-3678)
613-235-1728
Alcoholics Anonymous Archives (top) The primary purpose is to carry the message of Alcoholics Anonymous. We collect, preserve and share the rich and meaningful heritage of our Fellowship. It is by the collection and sharing of these important historical elements that our collective gratitude for Alcoholics Anonymous is deepened.
A.A. members have a responsibility to gather and take good care of the Fellowship's historical documents and memorabilia.
tel:
613-237-6000
Autism Ontario - Ottawa Chapter (top) The Association works to improve the quality of life for persons with autism spectrum disorders. Information and support is given to persons and families with autism and related disorders.
Bereaved Families of Ontario - Ottawa Region (BFO) (top) The mandate of the Bereaved Families of Ontario is to achieve by means of public awareness campaigns, local affiliate development and fundraising activities, the following objectives:
To help individuals learn to cope with grief after the death of a loved one;
To educate and sensitize the business community, health care workers, clergy, funeral directors, general public and referral sources to the needs of all bereaved people;
To assume the responsibility of training group leaders and volunteers.
Brain Injury Association of the Ottawa Valley (top) Formerly Head Injury Association (HIA)The Association provides information, education, hope and support to persons with head injuries, their families and professionals.
Canadian Religious Conference/Conférence religieuse canadienne (CRC) Justice, Peace, Integrity of Creation (JPIC) Fieldworker Ontario (top) Through a variety of activities, the CRC invites its members to read the signs of the times and to respond in a prophetic way to the contemporary issues that touch religious life and society. The current focus is on creating places of interfaith and inter-spiritual dialogue that will favour in-depth discussions on the issues of our world, with priorities for action that work toward the eradication of violence in all its forms by furthering our efforts in favour of human rights for trafficked persons and ecological justice.
tel: email:
613-565-3969
Canadian Yemeni Community & Heritage/Ottawa (top) Our mission is to help the Yemeni Community strive towards becoming stronger economically, achieving higher educationally, growing healthier mentally & physically, more confident socially, better skilled professionally, more respectful towards others and themselves culturally, and above all, better integrated within the society.
Club casa de los Abuelos (top) The Club assists the elderly in the Spanish-speaking community, providing a safe haven for our parents and grandparents to meet and socialize. Several personal interest classes are offered at the centre, bringing the elderly out of isolation and helping them enjoy a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Elizabeth Fry Society of Ottawa (E Fry) (top) The Society offers assistance to women, including young women, who have or may be at risk of coming into conflict with the law. It does this, and has been for over fifty years, through a variety of programs and services - confidential and free of charge. Clients are referred through criminal justice workers, social workers, doctors and social agencies, through friends or self-referral.
Epilepsy Ottawa-Carleton (EOC) (top) EOC provides support, information, education, counselling and advocacy for persons with epilepsy and their families as well as the general public. Public Information Meetings are held at the Bronson Centre on the first non-holiday Monday of the month from September to May.
Good Day Workshop Programs Inc. (GDW) (top) The Good Day Workshop Programs Inc. welcomes people who are unemployed because of problems related to addiction, homelessness, mental or physical ability, and teaches them to repair and refinish furniture. The Program provides a productive and supportive work experience, skills training and social contact for both men and women. It enables them to become more holistically healthy, happy, and perhaps employable persons by working and socializing with peers, staff and customers and by sharing old and learning new skills of furniture refinishing, repairing, upholstering and caning.
H'Art of Ottawa (top)
H'Art of Ottawa is an art studio and a place of learning. We focus on art and literacy for adults with developmental disabilities.
Jaku Konbit (top) Jaku Konbit is a registered non-profit, African-centered, community-based and family-oriented organization established in Ottawa in 2000. We are committed to promoting the African cultural identity, self-reliance, family and community development, strategic networking and mutual cooperation amongst Africans and people of good will. OUR MISSION is to project, protect, and promote the African personality, respect, dignity and well-being everywhere and at all times. Jaku Konbit literally means, AFRIKANS HELPING AFRIKANS
JF Norwood House (E Fry) (top)
Please consult Elizabeth Fry Society of Ottawa (above) for more information.
tel:
613-230-2372
Kairos Spirituality-for-Social Justice Centre (top) Offering:
Sessions on spirituality, issues of justice, and on their interrelationship. Spiritual direction for individuals and groups
Small group reflection and prayer experiences
Networking with other groups to make our voices heard for justice, peace and integrity of creation. Kairos is a sponsored ministry of the Grey Sisters of the Immaculate Conception.
tel: email:
613-236-6557
Kairos: CEJI (Aboriginal Rights Program)(top) KAIROS� Aboriginal Rights program works towards the transformation of the relationship between Canadian society and Aboriginal peoples. We work through education, research, advocacy and action in solidarity with Aboriginal peoples.
Kateri Native Ministry of Ottawa (top) The Kateri Native Ministry of Ottawa is a Catholic lay ministry committed to the healing and reconciliation of Aboriginal People under the guidance of the Archdiocese of Ottawa. The ministry provides spiritual and corporal works of mercy through the blending of Christian Spirituality with Native Traditions and Culture.
National Congress of Italian Canadians (NCIC) (top) Founded in 1974, the National Congress of Italian Canadians (NCIC) is a nationwide umbrella group of Italian Canadian organizations that:
Fosters the evolution of Canadian society by basing its actions on Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the core elements of global ethics
Develops and maintains a national network of associations and individuals to support the Italian Canadian
Promotes the full participation in Canadian society by Italian Canadians
Encourages the development, retention and understanding of Italian Canadian heritage
Promotes and encourages the involvement of Italian Canadians in current affairs
Ottawa Area Intergroup (top)
Ottawa Area Intergroup is the central office for all individual groups throughout the Ottawa region. It is a resource centre providing information about meeting locations and other AA services.
Ottawa Community Coalition for Literacy (top) The Ottawa Community Coalition for Literacy supports, promotes and strengthens adult literacy services in Ottawa through communication, research and public education. OCCL provides information and referral services, professional development for literacy instructors and volunteers, community service planning and outreach. In order to address gaps in service OCCL builds partnerships with organization such as Employment and Financial Assistance. We serve prospective adult learners and volunteers, the learners, staff and volunteers of Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) programs and members of the general public.
The Ottawa Friends of Tibet (OFT) was founded in 1996 as a non-political organization dedicated to improving the health, education and economic conditions of Tibetans and Tibetan refugees in India and elsewhere.
Our mission is to serve disadvantaged Tibetan children, men and women in India, Nepal and Tibet, and to increase public awareness and appreciation of Tibetan culture.
The Ottawa Friends of Tibet also aims to establish an Ottawa Tibetan Centre to increase awareness and appreciation of Tibetan culture and to further the understanding of Buddhist philosophy and practice.
Ottawa Pastoral Counselling Centre (top) The Ottawa Pastoral Counselling Centre was founded in the belief that providing advanced counseling for people with a wide range of needs is a necessary ministry of the Christian community. Rooted in the Christian tradition and its values, the Ottawa Pastoral Counselling Centre provides support to anyone in need, regardless of religion, gender or race. Our aim is to provide counseling which will help individuals or families regain their sense of direction in a time of need. The OPC provides counselling in many areas including individual needs or issues; concerns of marriage and family, including communication, separation and divorce, blending families, etc.; depression, stress, grief and bereavement; alcoholism and addictions; and, identity issues.The Centre charges a fee for its services, however some of these may be covered by health insurance plans.
Pathways to Independence (top) Our Vision: That all people enjoy a high quality of life as an accepted member of their chosen community.Our Mission: We will facilitate a way of life that enables individuals with challenges to realize their potential and achieve self- empowerment.
Psychiatric Survivors of Ottawa (top) We, as survivors and consumers of the mental health system, engage in mutual support, empowerment, and information sharing. We, affirming the dignity and worth of the individual, advocate for alternatives and improvements to the established health care system, services and issues which affect our well-being.
St. Leonard's Society of Canada (SLSC) (top) St. Leonard's Society of Canada is a membership-based, charitable organization dedicated to community safety. The mission of SLSC is to promote a humane and informed justice policy and responsible leadership to foster safe communities. It:
endorses evidence-based approaches to criminal and social justice;
conducts research and develops policy;
supports its member affiliates; and
advances collaborative relationships and communication among individuals and organizations dedicated to social justice.
Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation (top) The Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation is a non-profit organization that exists to help seriously ill children and their families cope with their pain, fear and isolation through entertainment, education and family activities.
The Anti-Poverty Project (TAPP) (top) TAPP exists to provide the disadvantaged (low income men and women, Francophone, Aboriginals, single parents, at risk youth, the unemployed, and recent immigrants) with the means to realize their potential and escape poverty through access to technology, personal development and job preparation programs, providing links to non-profit organizations working to help them fulfill their needs. By working in partnership with other community groups, all government levels and the business community TAPP is an organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged members of the community help themselves.
The Leading Note Foundation, partnering with organizations within the community, will implement and run music programs to create opportunities for children who would otherwise not have the chance to learn an instrument
The Leading Note Foundation will:
Create opportunities for children, regardless of social or economic background, to learn and make music together within a spirited community environment.
Adopt the role of catalyst, to create a vibrant network between the community, children and music educators to strengthen and grow music programs within the school systems in Ottawa.
Create a social program through music, that will not only increase children's ability as young music-makers, but instill mutual respect and improve self-esteem, creativity and teamwork.
Foster mentorship as an intrinsic part of the program; teaching the importance of giving back both as mentors within the program and community involvement.
Transport 2000 Canada (top) Transport 2000 Canada represents the users of public transportation by promoting socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable policies, programs, services and actions.
Vista Centre (top) Our mission is to provide continual support to adults living with the effect of brain injury, facilitating the enhancement of the individual's quality of life, relationships, personal abilities, and life skills, while assisting in the rebuilding of their life in the community. Vista Centre offers a 24 hour Residential Program, a Supported Independent Living Program and a Day Program.
Women's Initiatives For Safer Environments (WISE) (top) WISE is creating safer communities for Women and Vulnerable Groups. Programs include educating, training and empowering individuals and communities through the community Safety Audit and the Personal Safety for women and youth workshops. Call us about any of your safety concerns.
Yet Keen Chinese Senior's Day Centre (top)
Yet Keen Senior's Day Centre is an Ontario registered non-profit organization, serving seniors in the City of Ottawa. It was founded in 1985 and registered as a charitable agency in 1993. We provide social contact recreation and fitness exercise programs for the elderly. We help seniors to maintain physical, mental and social well-being, independence, self-support and self-care in their own home environment.
APPLE is a non-profit consumer initiative that is operated for and by psychiatric consumers. Our mandate is to provide recreational programming and peer support for persons who have or have had mental illness. Some of our activities include a peer support group, wellness program, light meals, mental health education and a substance abuse group.
The Adoption Council of Canada informs and educates Canadians on all aspects of adoption, promotes the placement of waiting children in permanent families and promotes openness and honesty in adoption. Canada's Waiting Children, a program to find permanent families for Canadian children in foster care, is operated by the ACC. The organization operates two web sites.
The primary purpose is to carry the message of Alcoholics Anonymous. We collect, preserve and share the rich and meaningful heritage of our Fellowship. It is by the collection and sharing of these important historical elements that our collective gratitude for Alcoholics Anonymous is deepened. 
The Association works to improve the quality of life for persons with autism spectrum disorders. Information and support is given to persons and families with autism and related disorders.
The mandate of the Bereaved Families of Ontario is to achieve by means of public awareness campaigns, local affiliate development and fundraising activities, the following objectives: 
Formerly Head Injury Association (HIA)The Association provides information, education, hope and support to persons with head injuries, their families and professionals.
Through a variety of activities, the CRC invites its members to read the signs of the times and to respond in a prophetic way to the contemporary issues that touch religious life and society. The current focus is on creating places of interfaith and inter-spiritual dialogue that will favour in-depth discussions on the issues of our world, with priorities for action that work toward the eradication of violence in all its forms by furthering our efforts in favour of human rights for trafficked persons and ecological justice.
Our mission is to help the Yemeni Community strive towards becoming stronger economically, achieving higher educationally, growing healthier mentally & physically, more confident socially, better skilled professionally, more respectful towards others and themselves culturally, and above all, better integrated within the society.
The Club assists the elderly in the Spanish-speaking community, providing a safe haven for our parents and grandparents to meet and socialize. Several personal interest classes are offered at the centre, bringing the elderly out of isolation and helping them enjoy a healthier, more active lifestyle.
The Society offers assistance to women, including young women, who have or may be at risk of coming into conflict with the law. It does this, and has been for over fifty years, through a variety of programs and services - confidential and free of charge. Clients are referred through criminal justice workers, social workers, doctors and social agencies, through friends or self-referral.
EOC provides support, information, education, counselling and advocacy for persons with epilepsy and their families as well as the general public. Public Information Meetings are held at the Bronson Centre on the first non-holiday Monday of the month from September to May.
The Good Day Workshop Programs Inc. welcomes people who are unemployed because of problems related to addiction, homelessness, mental or physical ability, and teaches them to repair and refinish furniture. The Program provides a productive and supportive work experience, skills training and social contact for both men and women. It enables them to become more holistically healthy, happy, and perhaps employable persons by working and socializing with peers, staff and customers and by sharing old and learning new skills of furniture refinishing, repairing, upholstering and caning.
Jaku Konbit is a registered non-profit, African-centered, community-based and family-oriented organization established in Ottawa in 2000. We are committed to promoting the African cultural identity, self-reliance, family and community development, strategic networking and mutual cooperation amongst Africans and people of good will. OUR MISSION is to project, protect, and promote the African personality, respect, dignity and well-being everywhere and at all times. Jaku Konbit literally means, AFRIKANS HELPING AFRIKANS
Offering: 
KAIROS� Aboriginal Rights program works towards the transformation of the relationship between Canadian society and Aboriginal peoples. We work through education, research, advocacy and action in solidarity with Aboriginal peoples.
The Kateri Native Ministry of Ottawa is a Catholic lay ministry committed to the healing and reconciliation of Aboriginal People under the guidance of the Archdiocese of Ottawa. The ministry provides spiritual and corporal works of mercy through the blending of Christian Spirituality with Native Traditions and Culture.
Founded in 1974, the National Congress of Italian Canadians (NCIC) is a nationwide umbrella group of Italian Canadian organizations that:
The Ottawa Community Coalition for Literacy supports, promotes and strengthens adult literacy services in Ottawa through communication, research and public education. OCCL provides information and referral services, professional development for literacy instructors and volunteers, community service planning and outreach. In order to address gaps in service OCCL builds partnerships with organization such as Employment and Financial Assistance. We serve prospective adult learners and volunteers, the learners, staff and volunteers of Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) programs and members of the general public.
The Ottawa Pastoral Counselling Centre was founded in the belief that providing advanced counseling for people with a wide range of needs is a necessary ministry of the Christian community. Rooted in the Christian tradition and its values, the Ottawa Pastoral Counselling Centre provides support to anyone in need, regardless of religion, gender or race. Our aim is to provide counseling which will help individuals or families regain their sense of direction in a time of need. The OPC provides counselling in many areas including individual needs or issues; concerns of marriage and family, including communication, separation and divorce, blending families, etc.; depression, stress, grief and bereavement; alcoholism and addictions; and, identity issues.The Centre charges a fee for its services, however some of these may be covered by health insurance plans.
Our Vision: That all people enjoy a high quality of life as an accepted member of their chosen community.Our Mission: We will facilitate a way of life that enables individuals with challenges to realize their potential and achieve self- empowerment.
We, as survivors and consumers of the mental health system, engage in mutual support, empowerment, and information sharing. We, affirming the dignity and worth of the individual, advocate for alternatives and improvements to the established health care system, services and issues which affect our well-being.
St. Leonard's Society of Canada is a membership-based, charitable organization dedicated to community safety. The mission of SLSC is to promote a humane and informed justice policy and responsible leadership to foster safe communities. It:
The Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation is a non-profit organization that exists to help seriously ill children and their families cope with their pain, fear and isolation through entertainment, education and family activities.
TAPP exists to provide the disadvantaged (low income men and women, Francophone, Aboriginals, single parents, at risk youth, the unemployed, and recent immigrants) with the means to realize their potential and escape poverty through access to technology, personal development and job preparation programs, providing links to non-profit organizations working to help them fulfill their needs. By working in partnership with other community groups, all government levels and the business community TAPP is an organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged members of the community help themselves. 
Transport 2000 Canada represents the users of public transportation by promoting socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable policies, programs, services and actions.
Our mission is to provide continual support to adults living with the effect of brain injury, facilitating the enhancement of the individual's quality of life, relationships, personal abilities, and life skills, while assisting in the rebuilding of their life in the community. Vista Centre offers a 24 hour Residential Program, a Supported Independent Living Program and a Day Program.
WISE is creating safer communities for Women and Vulnerable Groups. Programs include educating, training and empowering individuals and communities through the community Safety Audit and the Personal Safety for women and youth workshops. Call us about any of your safety concerns.