Gloucester Housing Corporation
1087 Cummings Avenue K1J 1J3 Ottawa, ON, Canada

Great news! Councillor Laura Dudas reached out to let us know that Bearbrook Pool will be opening as of Monday, July 6 (TODAY!!) for lane and public swims. This is a great way to stay cool and enjoy the beautiful summer we're having. Thanks for the heads up Councillor!!... The schedule and more information about the safety measures in place, and other FAQ's are on the City's website: https://ottawa.ca/en/recreation-and-parks/swimming

Humane Society Pet Food bank!

Unsafe at Home Ottawa is a secure text and online chat service for women who may be living through increased violence and abuse at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Website: https://unsafeathomeottawa.ca/

Summer Update - https://mailchi.mp/16a5edea6140/summer-updatemise-jour-dt

La Ville d'Ottawa veut votre avis. Partagez vos idées!

The City of Ottawa is looking for your input! Share your ideas!

Wearing a homemade mask provides an added layer of protection for the people you may come into contact with when you’re out in the community. Continue physical distancing and wash your hands often. Learn how to correctly use a non-medical mask here: www.OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Masks

As the weather gets nicer and physical distancing measures get longer, we must continue to fight against #COVID19 transmission. #StayHomeStaySafe and continue to protect our families, friends, and communities. OttawaPublicHealth.ca/PhysicalDistancing

Information from the City of Ottawa is available in many languages!

#COVID19 et les mesures de distanciation physique peuvent augmenter les cas de violence envers les femmes. Pas bien chez soi Ottawa a lancé un nouveau service texto+clavardage pour aider celles que ne peuvent pas quitter la maison. Le service bilingue est disponible de 8h30 à minuit, 7 jours sur 7. Connectez avec des conseillères chevronnées à l’aide de technologie sécuritaire. Textez (613) 704-5535 ou clavardez en ligne @ pasbienottawa.ca #TuNesPasSeule

#COVID19 and physical distancing rules can increase cases of domestic violence. Unsafe at Home Ottawa has launched a new text+chat line to help people who can’t leave home. The bilingual service is available from 8:30 am to midnight 7 days/week. Connect with trained counsellors using secure technology. Text (613) 704-5535 or chat online: unsafeathomeottawa.ca #YouAreNotAlone

This message was shared by our Friends at CCOC housing: Emergency Preparedness Now, while you are feeling well is the best time to think about what your plan is if you get sick. Do you have friends, family, or support workers who could help you get the things you need? Do you have someone you could call or text to tell them that you don’t feel well? If you have children at home, do you have someone who will help care for them if you get sick? If you feel ...like you don’t have a person you could call, you can always call any of these free services: 1-866-797-0000 Telehealth Ontario will provide fast, free medical advice (if you are sick and aren’t sure what to do) 311 City services including social services, Ontario Works, ODSP, and bylaw 613-238-3311 Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region will offer a friendly voice to talk to if you need someone to listen 211 Community and Social Services Help Line will help if you want to connect to a support service or agency, but are not sure what is out there or how to contact them See more