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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

10/28/2026

Our Thanksgiving Meal at Knox was a reminder of how meaningful it can be to simply spend time together ❤️

In today’s blog, we share a glimpse into our Thanksgiving Meal at Knox and a reminder of the impact we can have simply by showing up for one another 🤝

Read the full blog by clicking the link in the comments. If this resonates with you, give this post a like and share it with others! 😊

10/27/2026

Join Ottawa Innercity Ministries for the Willis College Veterans’ Tribute Luncheon as we honour those who served our country. With Rear-Admiral (Ret’d) The Honourable Rebecca Patterson sharing insights on Veteran homelessness, this gathering is an opportunity to celebrate Veterans’ service while recognizing the struggles some face today ❤️🇨🇦

📅 November 5th
🕛 12–2 PM
📍 Delta Hotel City Centre, 101 Lyon St. N.

🎟️ Get your tickets through the link in the comments and join us in honouring our veterans!

📷: Just Joy Imaging

10/26/2026

Please join us in praying for Natalie. May she feel God’s presence through this difficult time and find hope in the days ahead ❤️🙏

Share this post to help get more people praying for Natalie! ⌯⌲

10/23/2026

GivingTuesday is coming! 🌟

On December 1, let’s come together to support the people and communities around us. At Ottawa Innercity Ministries, we see how kindness and compassion can bring hope to our street friends and neighbours ❤️

Whether it’s giving, sharing our mission or helping others learn about the work happening in our community, every act of generosity matters 🤗

Like and share this post to help spread the word. Let’s inspire more people to give back and remind our street friends that they are cared for!

10/22/2026

Your generosity feeds hope 💛🍂 Just $19.95 helps 5 people

A Thanksgiving meal is more than food. It is an opportunity to share warmth, care, and connection with those in need right within our community. Your support helps make a traditional Thanksgiving experience possible for our street friends. 😀

Give now to make a difference by clicking our link in the comments.

10/21/2026

Our community’s support means so much to us! 🤗

In today’s blog, Giovanna reflects on the impact of social media and how it's more than just providing updates. It's about connecting the mission of OIM to you, our community, and beyond. It's about the encouragement we receive and why these small moments matter!

Read today’s blog: link in the comments. 👇

10/20/2026

Our Thanksgiving Meal is almost here! 🦃 And we can't stop smiling about it! 😁

In just one week (October 27), we'll have a special day filled with good food and meaningful connections. Soon, our street friends will gather to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal with care and community.

Help make this Thanksgiving possible by giving just $3.99 using the link in the comments 💛

10/19/2026

When you buy a ticket, you're helping us raise money for our Veterans program 🇨🇦

Join Ottawa Innercity Ministries on November 5 for our Veterans’ Tribute Luncheon, presented by Willis College , featuring Rear-Admiral (Ret’d) The Honourable Rebecca Patterson, who will address Veteran homelessness. Together, we can honour their service and recognize the challenges some Veterans face after service!

📅 November 5th
🕛 12–2 PM
📍 Delta Hotel City Centre, 101 Lyon St. N.

🎟️ Get your tickets through the link in the comments!

📷: Just Joy Imaging

10/16/2026

Gratitude doesn’t end with Thanksgiving! 🥰 We’re so thankful for everyone who stands alongside OIM and helps make our community a place of care and hope. Thank you for being part of it!

10/15/2026

We’re honoured to announce that our guest speaker for this year's Veterans' Tribute Luncheon is Rear-Admiral (Ret’d) The Honourable Rebecca Patterson! 🎖️

She is a 34-year Canadian Armed Forces Veteran, currently serving as a Senator, and continues to advocate for Veterans and their families 🇨🇦❤️

Join us on November 5th, from 12 to 2 p.m., at the Delta Hotel City Centre as we honour those who served and hear from Rear-Admiral (Ret’d) The Honourable Rebecca Patterson about Veteran homelessness.

🎟️ Get your tickets through the link in the comments!

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

Website

http://www.ottawainnercityministries.ca/

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