NROCRC

The Ottawa Summer Food Drive tomorrow has been postponed due to rain. More details to come and those that have registered will be informed by email. Thank you.

This week, the Nepean Rideau Osgoode Community Resource Centre (NROCRC) hosted a well-attended session for our Older Adults 55+ Seniors’ Program, focusing on wellness and preventative education.

We were honoured to welcome Dr. Bharti Verma and Barbara Whalen, RN-Primary Health Care, from the Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre who presented to the group. The presentation "Heart to Heart: Heart Health Matters," provided our participants with invaluable insights into cardiovascular health and everyday wellness strategies.

Empowering our local seniors through education and social connection is at the core of what we do. Thank you to our partners at Pinecrest-Queensway CHC for their continued dedication to community health.

To learn more about our ongoing older adult initiatives or to collaborate on future community wellness programming, contact our program coordinator, Souhair, at [email protected].

Feeling stuck in "go-go-go" mode? NROCRC invites pregnant individuals and mothers with babies under 24 months to a free wellness session. Join instructor Demet Uzuner Gokay for gentle breathing, movement, and grounding exercises to restore your inner calm and release stress.

Sessions run 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM:
• Friday, June 5 at 68 Knoxdale Rd (not wheelchair accessible)
• Tuesday, June 9 at 1341 Meadowlands Dr (wheelchair accessible)

Open to residents of Nepean, Rideau, and Osgoode. Contact Gulay to register at [email protected].

True community happens when we create inclusive spaces for everyone to share their unique voices.

Last Friday, our Common Grounds monthly program met to celebrate the incredible talents of neurodiverse adults in our community including music and guitar performances. it was an inspiring evening filled with creativity and mutual support.

Programs like Common Grounds remind us of the power of connection and the importance of fostering safe, expressive spaces. A huge thank you to all of our performers and participants!

Unhelpful self-talk can quietly chip away at our self-worth.

Join NROCRC for "Self-Talk, Shame & Confidence," a free workshop focused on understanding these common thoughts and practicing self-compassion.

It takes place Tuesday, June 30, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM at 1547 Merivale Road. Space is limited for adults 18+.

Scan the QR code or email [email protected] to register today.

Happy Pride Month! 🌈

This June and every month of the year, we celebrate love, diversity, and acceptance! We are dedicated to supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community by fostering a welcoming neighbourhood where human rights, dignity, and equity are at the heart of everything we do. Every day is an opportunity to look out for one another, celebrate inclusion, and ensure that every single person feels a true sense of belonging. Let's celebrate our vibrant community together!

We still have openings for our Ottawa Summer Food giveaway. Khalsa Aid Canada with the support of NROCRC are offering a FREE fruit and vegetable box to families living together with children.

A free 40 pound box of fresh fruit and vegetables can be picked-up Saturday, June 6th, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Parkwood Hills Community Building located at 76 Inverness Avenue.

Please do not wait! Secure your family's fresh produce box right away by emailing Arielle directly at [email protected].

Help us spread the word by sharing this update with neighbors and friends in the community who might benefit from some fresh summer fruits and veggies!

SUMMER IS ALMOST HERE!

Registration is officially OPEN for NROCRC’s free summer camps! We are thrilled to offer 7 incredible, free camps across 4 different neighborhood locations this year, making it easier than ever for your kids to have an unforgettable summer close to home!

Whether your child wants to get creative, learn new skills, or make lifelong friends, we have a week for everyone!

Please note you can only register for one camp per summer due to limited spaces. **

⚽ Back by Popular Demand!
We are absolutely delighted to welcome back our amazing partners at One Pro Sports Management (OPSM)! Because of their incredible support, our campers will get to lace up their running shoes and hit the field for soccer sessions again this year!

Our Summer 2026 Camp Lineup:

Week 1 (July 6–10): Barrhaven 📍 [Ages 7–12]

Week 2 (July 13–17): Tanglewood 📍 [Ages 7–12]

Week 3 (July 20–24): Tanglewood 📍 [Ages 11–14]

Week 4 (July 27–31): Parkwood Hills 📍 [Ages 7–12]

Week 5 (Aug 3–7): Parkwood Hills 📍 [Ages 7–12]

Week 6 (Aug 10–14): Parkwood Hills 📍 [Ages 8–12 – Girls ONLY! 👭]

Week 7 (Aug 17–21): Craig Henry 📍 [Ages 7–12]

👉 How to register:

Check out the attached posters to swipe through all 7 camps! Each poster contains the specific details, location addresses, and registration info you need for that week.

Spaces are limited and fill up fast, so find your week and sign up today! Let’s make Summer 2026 the best one yet!

Join us on tomorrow, June 2, 2026, from 10:00AM-12:00PM for NROCRC's Older Adults 55+ Seniors’ Program!

Meet new people and enjoy fun activities. We’ll be discussing "Heart to Heart: Heart Health Matters" with Dr. Bharti Verma and Barbara Whalen, RN-Primary Health Care.

Don't forget to register with Souhair at 613-596-5626 ext. 251 or [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you at our EarlyOn playgroups in June in Parkwood Hills and Manordale / Woodvale neighbourhoods. Register today by emailing Gulay at [email protected]