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Winter programs start as early as Monday, January 8th. Check out the January edition of the OSCAR for the print program guide.

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Giving Gertie

Holiday Giving Gerties are for sale We thought we would formally introduce ourselves to the Old Ottawa South Community and what better way than an article for The OSCAR. Many…

Santa’s Coming!

OSCA’s Deck the Firehall event is happening this Sunday, December 10th at 260 Sunnyside Avenue and with so many great local vendors and tasty treats at the Firehall Cafe, Santa…

Big Soul Project Christmas Concert

Fundraiser supporting the Ottawa Food Bank On December 9, 2023, Big Soul Project Community Choir & Deep Groove Band, conducted by Music Director Tahlia DeCorso, will perform “A Soul-Filled Christmas”…
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Events

Dec
8
The Messiah | Le Messie
Southminster United Church
L'Harmonie des saisons: Eric Milnes, conductor and harpsichord| chef et clavecin; Denise Torre-Ormen...
Dec
9
Carols & Noëls
Southminster United Church
Presented by The Stairwell Carollers. Tickets.
Dec
10
Deck the Firehall!
Old Firehall
OSCA's popular Deck the Firehall is back with vendors, treats, and visits with Santa! There is no pr...
Dec
10
Rideau Chorale Concert Noël
Southminster United Church
Enjoy the beautiful music of French Baroque composer Marc-Antoine Charpentier: Messe de Minuit pour ...
Dec
13
DOMS concert
Southminster United Church
Doors Open for Music Southminster: Holiday Jazz - The Mark Ferguson Quartet (with Mike Tremblay, Joh...
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EVERYTHING BUT THE KITCHEN SINK

Programs for young, old and everyone in between

We boast a diverse range of offerings suitable for individuals of all ages. Whether you’re looking for before and after school programs, exciting camps, adult fitness and recreation, or a chance to tap into your creative side with pottery & art classes, we have it all. Our convenient location and streamlined registration process make it easy to sign up your entire family and start exploring what we have to offer.

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Adult arts and culture

Adult Programs

We provide a variety of adult classes, including yoga, strength training, painting, pottery, sports and dancing. Arts & Culture Our programming offers a diverse range of opportunities for individuals of...

Adult Fitness

Fitness Centre

The Firehall Fitness Centre (FFC) is in the basement of the Old Firehall (260 Sunnyside). If you live and work in OOS, this hidden gem is a fantastic option. We've...

Garden Club

Garden Club

The Garden Club meets on the second Tuesday of every month from September to June, with each meeting focusing on gardening and horticulture. You are welcome to drop into any...

PD Day and Break Camps

Holidays, breaks, before and after care

Kids playing ball

Preschool, Child, & Youth Programs

Preschool, Weekday Programs, Weekend Programs for Children of all ages, OSCA's Dance School and Youth Night

Safety and Certification

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Plan to get involved in your community. Whether it’s zoning, traffic, safety, environmental stewardship and much more. Join a committee of the board to get involved in making Old Ottawa South the best community to live in.

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History is made by the people who show up. Be one of those people. Join the OSCA board or a committee.

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OUR COMMUNITY & ITS HISTORY

Old Ottawa South in words and pictures

A group of local amateur historians who research, document, and present information about the history of Old Ottawa South in a fun and informative way

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