Creating a Brave and Safe Space to Combat Racism

Creating a Brave and Safe Space to Combat Racism

When you think of Ottawa, you may envision a multicultural city that offers equal opportunity to all – and in some cases, that may be true. However, for Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), racism continues to present itself in the city’s institutions, structures, and everyday life. You may be thinking “I don’t believe that happens anymore” or, “I’m not a member of the BIPOC community”, so this has nothing to do with…

IDEA Committee Movie and Book Recommendations

The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility Issues (IDEA) Committee is dedicated to carrying out advocacy for the community by engaging multiple perspectives and experiences of community members in Old Ottawa South. There are a plethora of resources available for us to discover the rich diversity, heritage and unique experiences in our community and the world. However, finding these resources can be overwhelming.

Old Ottawa South Around the World Day

As a community, Old Ottawa South has a rich diversity of residents with unique stories and experiences. We want to showcase the differences that make each and everyone of us special. In partnership with the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee, we will be having our first Old Ottawa South Around the World Day and this year’s theme is ‘Uniquely You.’ 

End of content

End of content