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BGC Ottawa Opportunity changes everything! Free programs, caring mentors and safe spaces for Ottawa children and youth ages 6 to 18. FREE Community-based services.
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For almost one hundred years, BGC Ottawa, a registered charity, has provided programming directly to children and youth in vulnerable neighbourhoods. Positive relationships. Life-changing programs. As one of Ottawa’s largest child and youth-serving charitable organizations, BGC Ottawa provides vital programs and services to an annual average of 4,500 young Members each year. We provide safe, supportive places where all kids and teens, of all backgrounds, can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, and develop confidence and skills for life. From anti-racism to Reconciliation to LGBTQ2S+, food security to scholarships to job readiness, our Clubs battle systemic issues with systemic solutions—equity, acceptance, support, opportunity. BGC Ottawa is about Systemic Opportunity.

Big news from the Tomlinson Family Foundation Clubhouse 🚶Starting Monday, our team will walk Members from Carleton Heigh...
10/13/2026

Big news from the Tomlinson Family Foundation Clubhouse 🚶

Starting Monday, our team will walk Members from Carleton Heights Public School straight to the Clubhouse after the final bell. A safe, supervised walk and a warm welcome waiting on the other side.

Removing barriers so more kids can access after-school programs, friendships and fun. That’s what it’s all about. 💛

Parents of Carleton Heights kids, reach out to the Clubhouse to register your child.

Carleton Heights Public School Council

Happy Thanksgiving from BGC Ottawa 🍁This long weekend, we’re reflecting on the people who make our work possible. The do...
10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving from BGC Ottawa 🍁

This long weekend, we’re reflecting on the people who make our work possible. The donors, volunteers, families and partners who show up for kids in our community every single day.

Thank you for being part of what we do. Wishing you a weekend filled with warmth, good food and the people you love.

Today is World Mental Health Day. 🧠💚At BGC Ottawa, we believe every young person deserves a safe space to be themselves....
10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day. 🧠💚

At BGC Ottawa, we believe every young person deserves a safe space to be themselves. A place where they’re seen, heard and supported no matter what they’re carrying.

Our Clubhouses are more than after-school programs. They’re where kids find trusted adults, caring friends and the kind of belonging that builds confidence from the inside out.

Mental health matters every day. For every child. Thank you for helping us create spaces where our Members know they are never alone. 💚

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible staff, educators and volunteers who show up for our Members every day.A huge tha...
10/05/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible staff, educators and volunteers who show up for our Members every day.

A huge thank you to the BGC Ottawa team for creating safe, supportive spaces where kids and teens can learn, grow, build confidence and feel a sense of belonging.

Your patience, encouragement and dedication make a difference every single day, and we’re so grateful for everything you do. 💙

Happy World Teachers’ Day! 🍎

Your next event can make an impact beyond the room. 💙From meetings and workshops to birthday parties, sports and communi...
10/03/2026

Your next event can make an impact beyond the room. 💙

From meetings and workshops to birthday parties, sports and community events, BGC Ottawa offers flexible spaces to bring your plans to life.

And there’s an added reason to choose BGC: every rental dollar goes back into supporting kids in our community.

When you rent a space with BGC Ottawa, you’re helping support programs and opportunities that allow children and youth to learn, play and grow.

Rent a space and give back at the same time.

Visit bgcottawa.org/rentals to find a space for your next event.

📣 We're hiring!BGC Ottawa is looking for 10 Youth Futures Peer Mentors to help guide, inspire and empower low-income hig...
10/02/2026

📣 We're hiring!

BGC Ottawa is looking for 10 Youth Futures Peer Mentors to help guide, inspire and empower low-income high school students as they prepare for post-secondary education and future careers.

As a Peer Mentor, you'll:
→ Lead group sessions
→ Provide 1:1 mentorship
→ Support youth through training, job placements and leadership development

Flexible, supportive and meaningful work for anyone passionate about helping youth thrive.

📅 Apply by Friday, October 16, 2026
🔗 https://bgco.applytojobs.ca/pyow/51384/apply

Every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.This Learning Disability Awareness Month, we’re re...
10/02/2026

Every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

This Learning Disability Awareness Month, we’re recognizing the different ways children and youth learn and the importance of creating supportive, inclusive spaces where every young person can feel understood and empowered.

Together, we can help create communities where every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Happy Women’s History Month! 💜This month, we’re celebrating the women and girls who inspire us, lead with purpose and ma...
10/01/2026

Happy Women’s History Month! 💜

This month, we’re celebrating the women and girls who inspire us, lead with purpose and make a difference in our communities.

At BGC Ottawa, we’re proud to support young people as they discover their strengths, build confidence and work toward their goals.

Here’s to celebrating the achievements, voices and contributions of women — this month and every month. 💜

Today at BGC Ottawa, we recognize and honour the First Nations, Inuit and Métis children who were taken from their fam...
10/01/2026

Today at BGC Ottawa, we recognize and honour the First Nations, Inuit and Métis children who were taken from their families and communities and forced to attend residential schools.

At the Tomlinson Clubhouse, our members and staff came together to learn, reflect and create through art activities inspired by Truth and Reconciliation, participate in trivia, and share in meaningful conversations about what they are learning and what they already know. We also prepared meals featuring foods with Indigenous significance, including rice, berries and corn.

We wear orange to remember the children who never returned home, honour Survivors, and recognize the ongoing importance of Truth and Reconciliation.

Every child matters. 🧡

🧡 September 30 is Orange Shirt Day 🧡Today, BGC Ottawa joins communities across the country in remembering and honouring ...
09/30/2026

🧡 September 30 is Orange Shirt Day 🧡

Today, BGC Ottawa joins communities across the country in remembering and honouring the children who were taken from their families and sent to residential schools.

Orange Shirt Day is an opportunity to listen, learn, remember and reflect on the ongoing impacts of residential schools on Indigenous Peoples, families and communities.

As part of the Ottawa community, we recognize the importance of continuing to learn about the truth of this history and supporting the ongoing work of reconciliation. We encourage our Members, families, staff and community to take time today to learn, reflect and listen.

🧡 Every Child Matters 🧡

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2825 Dumaurier Avenue
Ottawa, ON
K2B7W3

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Monday 3pm - 8pm
Tuesday 3pm - 8pm
Wednesday 3pm - 8pm
Thursday 3pm - 8pm
Friday 3pm - 8pm

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