Ottawa Innercity Ministries

Ottawa Innercity Ministries Ottawa Innercity Ministries (OIM) is an interdenominational Christian charitable organization serving the poor and homeless in downtown Ottawa.

For over 30 years OIM staff and front-line volunteers make sure our hungry, hurting, and isolated street friends receive not only food and clothing, but companionship and care without judgement. In 2022 OIM made 25,000 street friend connections, providing emergency relief for adults, veterans, and youth. OIM programs include:

Street Outreach – Our core program where Volunteer teams are meeting up

to 170 people per day, up from 60 in 2021

Door Outreach - Volunteer teams serve 70+ friends each Tues & Thurs, up from 20 in 2021

Innercity Veterans Outreach & Support (IVOS) - Volunteers lessened the isolation of 133+ Veterans, personally supporting them at weekly Drop Ins, monthly Movie Nights, in just over 2 years. Innercity Arts - Volunteers nurture a safe & supportive environment for youth ages 16-32, to engage in the visual and musical Arts Community

A thoughtful reminder for today! Gratitude changes how we look at what we have and opens our eyes to how we can support ...
09/04/2026

A thoughtful reminder for today! Gratitude changes how we look at what we have and opens our eyes to how we can support our friends in need.

Like and share if this message resonated with you ❤️

Fall is a beautiful reminder that winter is just around the corner. But for those living on the streets, the changing se...
09/02/2026

Fall is a beautiful reminder that winter is just around the corner. But for those living on the streets, the changing season also brings the challenge of staying warm 🍂

Read Elizabeth’s reflection to learn how a simple donation can help someone prepare for the cold months ahead. She shares how sorting through your winter gear can turn unused items into a blessing for someone in need ❤️

Read the full blog in the comments. 👇

08/31/2026

We are grateful to our donors and supporters for joining us in creating positive change and helping make our mission a reality 💙

Our red vests are out in the community every day ❤️From sandwiches to conversations, they're helping meet immediate need...
08/28/2026

Our red vests are out in the community every day ❤️

From sandwiches to conversations, they're helping meet immediate needs and building connections with our neighbours experiencing homelessness.

👇 Have you seen our red vests around Ottawa this week? Share this post with someone who might have spotted them around Ottawa.

Sometimes, a moment on Street Outreach can change the way we see others.Lydia shares how God reminded her that even thos...
08/26/2026

Sometimes, a moment on Street Outreach can change the way we see others.

Lydia shares how God reminded her that even those struggling with addiction are deeply loved by God and made in His image. Her reflection is a beautiful challenge to look beyond what we see and to see the person as God does ❤️

Read her full reflection on how deeply God loves each of us, including our friends on the streets. 📖❤️ Click the link in the comments

We're hiring! 📣 We’re looking for a compassionate and creative leader to join our team as our next Youth Program Coordin...
08/24/2026

We're hiring! 📣 We’re looking for a compassionate and creative leader to join our team as our next Youth Program Coordinator 🎨

Are you, or someone you know, able to build trust with street-engaged or at-risk youth, lead programs, support volunteers, and see the gifts and potential in every young person? The person we're looking for is passionate about youth ministry and creating spaces where young people can flourish.

If this sounds like the right fit for you or someone you know, we'd love to receive your application! Learn more and apply using the link in the comments.

08/21/2026

Stop and listen to this! 👂 Ellie, one of our youth, shares her experience with Innercity Arts and what the program means to her 🎨❤️

We’re grateful for the creativity and community that make Innercity Arts so special, and for having Ellie be part of it 🤗

Give this reel a like and don't forget to share it to show your support!

Sometimes, there doesn’t seem to be enough 😔 Not enough food, not enough supplies, not enough volunteers or even enough ...
08/19/2026

Sometimes, there doesn’t seem to be enough 😔 Not enough food, not enough supplies, not enough volunteers or even enough time. Yet agan and again, God provides in unexpected ways ❤️

In this week’s blog, Sophia shares how her time at OIM has taught her to trust God’s provision and let go of the need to control every outcome.

It’s a beautiful reminder that we don’t have to do everything on our own. 👇 Read the full blog through the link in the comments!

It’s easy for fear and misunderstandings to create barriers between people, especially when it comes to homelessness. A ...
08/17/2026

It’s easy for fear and misunderstandings to create barriers between people, especially when it comes to homelessness. A harmful assumption is that street friends are a threat to public safety, when the heartbreaking reality is that they are the ones most in danger. 💙

Without a safe place to stay, people experiencing homelessness are far more likely to experience violence, theft, and assault 💔 That's why OIM works alongside our street friends, offering compassionate support. 😊 Share this post to help bust this myth!

Today's prayer request 🙏Please join us in praying for Nicole, who is dealing with constant swelling around her eyes. May...
08/14/2026

Today's prayer request 🙏

Please join us in praying for Nicole, who is dealing with constant swelling around her eyes. May God bring healing, comfort, and peace. Every prayer is a reminder that no one walks alone 💙

Thank you for lifting up our neighbours in prayer!

Comment "Amen" or 🙏 if you'll be praying for Nicole today.

Address

391 Gladstone Avenue
Ottawa, ON
K2P0Y9

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+16132376031

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