Jewish Family Services of Ottawa

We're proud to be part of this network. We're here for when you're ready.

Choosing the right door matters. 🚪

For many men, reaching out can be tough, but support doesn’t have to mean long-term commitment.

Options like single-session or walk-in therapy make it easier to start the conversation.

At Family Service Ontario, we believe support should meet people where they are—comfortable, accessible, and on their terms. 💙

Read more here: https://www.ontariocounsellingfinder.ca/making-therapy-work-for-men

🎉 Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival! 🎉

📅 June 19, 2026 | 12–4 PM
📍 900 Merivale Rd, 1st Floor, Ottawa

Join us for a fun, hands-on community event!
🥟 Learn to make Zongzi, a traditional Chinese dish
🌸 Celebrate with freshly made food and cultural sharing
🤝 Connect and make new friends in a welcoming, multicultural space

Who can join: Newcomer women (Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, MOME2023 status)

📧 Register: [email protected]
Spots are limited—save yours today!

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate identity, community and the importance of feeling safe to be yourself. 🏳️‍🌈

At JFS, we are committed to creating inclusive spaces where individuals of all identities feel respected, supported and seen. Through culturally responsive care and community programs, we strive to ensure everyone can access support without fear or judgement.

Everyone deserves to belong, exactly as they are.

🎶 Join us for an inspiring afternoon of music and community!--Kol B’Yachad Concert
📅 June 18 | 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM
✨ The World We Want: Music to Repair the World

Come together through the power of music and connection as Kol B’Yachad lifts our spirits and imagines a better world—together.
🎟️ Tickets: $20
💙 Free for JCSS members
👉 Get your tickets: https://bit.ly/kolbyachad
📞 Questions? Contact Iris Beer at 613-722-2225 ext. 314
✉️ [email protected]

🗣️ English Conversation Circle (FREE!) New to Canada? Practice your English in a friendly, small group!

✨ CLB 1–4
✨ Once a week (2 hours)
✨ Online & in-person
✨ Morning, afternoon & evening options (Mon–Fri)
✨ Small groups (2–6 people)
✅ For Permanent Residents
💬 Learn, connect, and build confidence
📍 In-person classes start with 2+ participants

📩 Register: Antonina Barabash, [email protected]
📞 343-996-9353

We have options for you--structured sessions through The Counselling Group or no-cost walk-in spots through The Walk In Counselling Clinic. The first step is always the hardest, but it's well worth it.

Choosing the right door matters. 🚪

For many men, reaching out can be tough, but support doesn’t have to mean long-term commitment.

Options like single-session or walk-in therapy make it easier to start the conversation.

At Family Service Ontario, we believe support should meet people where they are—comfortable, accessible, and on their terms. 💙

Read more here: https://www.ontariocounsellingfinder.ca/making-therapy-work-for-men

At JFS, care takes many forms, and every one of them matters.

It might look like a conversation that brings comfort, a program that creates connection or support that helps someone navigating a difficult moment. No matter the service, our goal is the same: to meet people where they are, with compassion, respect and understanding.

Strong communities are built through care, connection and showing up for one another, every day.

Happy Eid Al-Adha! We wish you and your loved ones a blessed and happy .
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Waxan ni rajeynaynaa Ciid Al Adha wanagsan dhamaanti meel waalba ood jogtine nabad iyo barwaaqo.
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عيد الأضحى المبارك
أتمنى لكم جميعاً وأحبائكم عيداً مباركاً وسعيداً

Our team and community are incredibly grateful to the Jewish Community Foundation , and the nearly 90 endowment and Community Endowment Campaign funds that make our work possible year after year. Thank you for standing with us.