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Social Planning Council of Ottawa

We support grassroots efforts for community change

The Social Planning Council of Ottawa (SPCO) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that strives to identify and understand pressing social needs within the Ottawa community, and collaborate with various partners to plan for a fitting solution.

09/03/2026

What a beautiful celebration of culture, community, and connection! 🌍

Thank you to everyone who joined us for SPCO’s Ethno-Cultural Exhibition & Festival. From the music and cultural traditions to the conversations, performances, and moments shared together, the day was a wonderful reflection of the diversity and vibrancy of our community.

A special thank you to our participants, performers, volunteers, partners, and everyone who helped bring the celebration to life.
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Quelle belle célébration de la culture, de la communauté et des liens qui nous unissent ! 🌍

Merci à toutes les personnes qui se sont jointes à nous pour l’Exposition et Festival ethnoculturel du CPCO. De la musique et des traditions culturelles aux échanges, aux prestations et aux moments partagés, cette journée a merveilleusement reflété la diversité et la vitalité de notre communauté.

Un merci tout particulier aux participants, artistes, bénévoles, partenaires et à toutes les personnes qui ont contribué au succès de cette célébration.

08/25/2026

Tomorrow's the day! Join us for a celebration of culture, music, and tradition at the Ethno-Cultural Exhibition & Festival.

⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 815 St. Laurent Blvd

See you there!
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C'est demain ! Rejoignez-nous pour une célébration de la culture, de la musique et des traditions à l'Exposition et Festival ethnoculturel.

⏰ 10 h – 15 h
📍 815, boul. St-Laurent

On vous attend !
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08/20/2026

You're invited! 🎊

The Social Planning Council of Ottawa, in collaboration with the Ottawa Ethno-Cultural Seniors Network (OESN), invites you to a FREE admission day celebrating the rich diversity of our city. Enjoy exhibitions, live performances, and cultural displays – all hosted at the festival.

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with Ottawa's ethno-cultural seniors and experience their talents and traditions.

📅 Date: Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: 815 St. Laurent Blvd (Rideau Community Hub Outside Field)

🎟️ Admission is free.
❤️ Traditional attire is encouraged!

Bring your family and friends. We can't wait to see you there! ✨

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Vous êtes invité ! 🎊

Le Conseil de planification sociale d'Ottawa, en collaboration avec le Réseau des aînés ethnoculturels d'Ottawa (OESN), vous invite à une journée d'admission GRATUITE célébrant la riche diversité de notre ville. Profitez d'expositions, de spectacles vivants et de présentations culturelles – le tout organisé au festival.

C'est une merveilleuse occasion de rencontrer les aînés ethnoculturels d'Ottawa et de découvrir leurs talents et leurs traditions.

📅 Date : Mercredi 26 août 2026
⏰ Heure : 10 h – 15 h
📍 Lieu : 815, boul. St. Laurent (Rideau Community Hub, terrain extérieur)

🎟️ L'entrée est gratuite.
❤️ Le port de tenues traditionnelles est encouragé !

Amenez votre famille et vos amis. Nous avons hâte de vous y voir ! ✨

08/19/2026

Flashback to last year's Ethno-Cultural Exhibition & Festival! 🌍✨

Look at these beautiful moments from our 2025 celebration – the vibrant traditional attire, and the incredible performances that brought our community together.

We're doing it ALL again and we want YOU to be part of it! 🙌

Join us for this year's festival and experience the talents and traditions of Ottawa's ethno-cultural seniors.

📅 Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 815 St. Laurent Blvd (Rideau Community Hub's Outside Field)

🎟️ Free admission | Traditional attire encouraged

Come make new memories with us. We can't wait to see you there! 💚

07/14/2026

We're walking tomorrow!

Join the Social Planning Council of Ottawa for our 7th Annual Multi-Generational Walk-A-Thon.

Come enjoy a morning of walking, community spirit, and meaningful connections across generations. Whether you're joining us with family, friends, or neighbours, everyone is welcome!

July 15. 10:00 AM. Andrew Haydon Park – Picnic Site C3 (Green Gazebo)

We'll see you there!

07/07/2026

Join SPCO for our Ethno-Cultural Seniors Walkathon, a celebration of community, culture, and healthy living.

This special event is an opportunity to stay active, connect with others, and celebrate the diversity that makes our community stronger.

📅 July 15, 2026
📍 Andrew Haydon Park - Picnic Site C3 (Green Gazebo), 3127 Carling Ave

Everyone is welcome, we hope to see you there!

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦

Celebrating the communities, cultures, and connections that make Canada home. Wishing everyone a safe, joyful day filled with gratitude and hope for a more inclusive and caring future.

06/30/2026

Building stronger communities starts by investing in grassroots organizations.

This year, SPCO supported equity-seeking communities by strengthening the capacity of grassroots organizations through funding, networking, leadership development, and organizational support.

From supporting 63 grassroots groups to helping mobilize over $596,000 in resources, these partnerships are creating lasting change across Ottawa.

➡️ Swipe to see the impact.
Read the full Annual Report at https://spcottawa.on.ca/annual-report/

Address

815 St. Laurent Boulevard, Suite 235
Ottawa, ON
K1S4G4

Telephone

+16132369300

Website

https://www.spcottawa.on.ca/

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