• Immigrants of Ottawa – Photography Project

    A photography project showcasing the different faces of immigrants who call Ottawa home. Ottawa photographer Nyamulola Kambanji will profile photos and the amazing integration stories of support, hospitality, genuine respect and friendship expressed by [...]

  • “Welcome” Mural Project

    CEPEO (Les écoles du Conseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario) invites students to participate in the creation of a mural that demonstrates the openness, inclusion and diversity in our board. During the [...]

  • Videos on Newcomer Inclusion

    Recurring

    Video testimonials about the reception and inclusion of newcomers will be posted on CEPEO (Conseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario) social media.  

  • Racialized Leadership in Ottawa – Roundtable

    As part of WOW activities, Somerset West Community Health Centre and the Ottawa Local Immigration Partnership are hosting a discussion for racialized leaders of organizations in Ottawa. This is an important discussion as part [...]

  • Mental Health and Diverse Populations

    Certain cultural influences and beliefs can affect how people view mental health and mental illness. Learn and contribute to evidence-based practices in fostering the mental health of diverse populations using two new videos and [...]

  • Latin American Music

    Colores Andinos give a lively and authentic performance featuring more than 20 instruments including bamboo flutes, string and percussion instruments from modern and traditional Latin American heritage. From Mexico to Argentina, and evoking regions [...]

  • Holistic Wellness for Newcomers Workshop

    Immigrating to a new country is a complex process that can have a significant impact on one’s wellness. As a community health centre, our goal is to support people and communities to enjoy the [...]

  • Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival

    98H2+8C Riverside Park, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival (SSIF) helps Canadians of all walks of life to recognize the enormous contributions that Inuit, First Nations and Métis peoples have made to Canada. With input from Indigenous Peoples’ [...]

  • Community Picnic

    Celebrate the end of the school year with OCISO at Mooney's Bay. We will have games for children, including face painting, parachute and tug-of-war, plus soccer for the adults. Bring your picnic lunch. We [...]