Green Thumb Community Garden Celebrates a Productive and Community-Focused Summer

The Green Thumb Community Garden enjoyed another successful growing season in 2026, bringing together volunteers, residents, community partners such as St Helen’s Anglican Church to grow fresh produce, build connections, and support the local food bank. From spring planning to summer harvests, the garden continued to demonstrate the power of community collaboration and sustainable food production. Read more.

Fill the Boat Delivers for the OCCRC Food Bank

Our community came together on Saturday for the 13th Annual Fill the Boat, hosted by Real Canadian Superstore Orléans. With support from their staff, the Ottawa Police Service, OCCRC staff and volunteers, and generous community members, we raised $486 and collected 267 boxes of food and essentials for the OCCRC Food Bank.

Thank you to everyone who contributed their time, energy, and generosity to help support local individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.

Reduce Food Waste and Save Money with FoodWise

The Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre is pleased to host FoodWise, a workshop presented by Foodsharing Ottawa.

This interactive session will explore practical strategies to help participants reduce food waste, save money, and make the most of the food they buy. Topics include understanding food labels, extending food shelf life through proper storage and freezing, creating meals with ingredients already on hand, and learning about local initiatives that support food sustainability.

Date: September 23, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre | 240 Centrum Blvd. Unit 105

Registration:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/knowledge-and-creativity-keys-to-reducing-food-waste-and-saving-money-en

Please note: This workshop and the registration page are available in English only.

Rural Outreach Pilot Program

Employment and Social Services is pleased to share details about the Rural Outreach Pilot program, which will be delivered from September to December 2026. This pilot is designed to improve access and provide in-person support to rural clients who may face barriers attending the ESS Ontario Works east office location at 2339 Ogilvie Rd.

An Ontario Works Case Worker will be available 3 days a week at designated rural sites where ongoing clients can obtain in-person support relating to: updating their OW file, assessing for additional benefits, and referring to community programs and services. Learn more.

Outreach Locations & Hours:

In-person support will be available from 9:00 AM to 4:00 pm.

Clients may drop in at one of the identified sites or send an email to ea**********@****wa.ca to request an appointment. 

Wednesdays   R.J. Kennedy arena (Gym side) 1115 Dunning Rd., Cumberland

Thursdays Orléans- Cumberland C.R.C. 240 Centrum Blvd. Unit 105, Orléans

Fridays   Eastern Ottawa C.R.C. Satellite site: G wing 2225 Mer-Bleue Rd.

Community Development Coordinator

We currently have an opening for an existing role for an experienced bilingual Community Development Coordinator. In this position, you will work alongside residents, community groups, partners, and local leaders to strengthen community well-being across Orléans-Cumberland and surrounding areas.

Drawing on your knowledge of community development and social justice principles, you will identify emerging community needs, build partnerships and coalitions, facilitate community engagement initiatives, and support collective action on issues that affect quality of life.

This is a full-time permanent position (35 hours per week). If you are interested in this position, please submit your application before 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Please click for additional information.