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

Tomorrow, we’ll welcome our street friends for our Summer BBQ Meal, and we can’t wait! 🍔The grill is almost ready, the f...
06/22/2026

Tomorrow, we’ll welcome our street friends for our Summer BBQ Meal, and we can’t wait! 🍔

The grill is almost ready, the food is being prepared, and we’re looking forward to an afternoon filled with a great meal. It will be joy as we come together as a community. ❤️

Want to help make tomorrow even more special? Your gift helps create moments of connection for those who often feel forgotten and overlooked. Donate through the link in the comments below 🔗

06/19/2026

Just a few days to go! On Tuesday, we’ll be firing up the grill and welcoming our street friends for a traditional summer BBQ meal. 🍔

From the delicious hamburgers and hot dogs to meaningful conversations and plenty of smiles, it’s always a special day connecting with our street friends 😄

We’re looking forward to another unforgettable Summer BBQ. Want to help? You can still give and make it memorable for those who often feel forgotten and overlooked ❤️ Link in the comments

On June 23rd, we’ll be at Knox Presbyterian Church in downtown Ottawa spending time with our neighbours for our Summer B...
06/18/2026

On June 23rd, we’ll be at Knox Presbyterian Church in downtown Ottawa spending time with our neighbours for our Summer BBQ ☀️ It’s a chance to serve them a delicious meal, have real conversations, and simply be there for them

For just $3.99, you can help support this meal and make a difference. Every donation helps us keep showing up and building these connections. Give now through the link in the comments! 😊

Behind every sandwich is a story 🥪💙 Every week, our Street Outreach teams meet people carrying burdens most of us never ...
06/17/2026

Behind every sandwich is a story 🥪💙 Every week, our Street Outreach teams meet people carrying burdens most of us never see: grief, loneliness, illness, addiction, and uncertainty.

Our newest blog shares some of the powerful encounters that have touched both our volunteers and the people they serve. From prayers shared on a sidewalk to conversations that remind someone they’re not forgotten, these moments reveal the heart of what outreach is all about.

Read the full story (link in the comments) and see how simple acts of kindness can make a lasting difference.

You may have noticed our red vests throughout downtown Ottawa 👀❤️Each vest represents someone choosing to come alongside...
06/15/2026

You may have noticed our red vests throughout downtown Ottawa 👀❤️

Each vest represents someone choosing to come alongside and support our street friends during their evenings and weekends, offering compassionate care. Sometimes a simple moment of connection can make a lasting difference in someone’s day 💙

We are grateful for every volunteer who continues to serve with kindness and commitment across our community 😊

Take a short break from social media, and let's pray for Edward. Right now, join us in praying for his significant menta...
06/12/2026

Take a short break from social media, and let's pray for Edward. Right now, join us in praying for his significant mental health challenges 🙏

Please pray that God would bring peace, healing, and hope into his life and that he would experience God’s presence in a powerful way. ❤️

Thank you for praying with us!

On June 23rd, our team and volunteers will be coming together once again for our Summer BBQ Meal ☀️🍔 as we serve our nei...
06/11/2026

On June 23rd, our team and volunteers will be coming together once again for our Summer BBQ Meal ☀️🍔 as we serve our neighbours in downtown Ottawa with food, friendship, and compassionate care.

These gatherings are about more than a meal. They are about creating connection, reminding people they are valued, and offering hope through community and kindness ❤️

When you give to our Summer BBQ, you're helping a street friend feel seen and cared for. You can support this meal using the link in the comment!

Serving others often comes with both joyful moments and difficult ones 💙In this new blog, Elizabeth shares reflections f...
06/10/2026

Serving others often comes with both joyful moments and difficult ones 💙

In this new blog, Elizabeth shares reflections from two very different days serving Veterans through OIM’s IVOS ministry. One brought grief and loss while the other brought encouragement and hope through helping Veterans overcome challenges in their lives.

It's a meaningful reflection on compassionate service and what it looks like to walk alongside others with care and support ❤️

👇 Read the full blog through the link in the comment

A big THANK YOU to everyone who came out on Friday for our Art & Soul event! 🎨💙From the artwork to the music, the entire...
06/08/2026

A big THANK YOU to everyone who came out on Friday for our Art & Soul event! 🎨💙

From the artwork to the music, the entire evening was filled with encouragement, connection, and community. It was a joy to see so many come to support, encourage, and make this night so special 😄

Your support means so much and continues to encourage these young artists as they grow in confidence and creativity 🎶

See you in 2027! 👋

📸: Just Joy Imaging

Serving those who served 🇨🇦❤️Through OIM’s Innercity Veterans Outreach and Support (IVOS) program, homeless and at-risk ...
06/05/2026

Serving those who served 🇨🇦❤️

Through OIM’s Innercity Veterans Outreach and Support (IVOS) program, homeless and at-risk Veterans receive support through practical care, weekly fellowship, street outreach, and one-on-one help from staff in a welcoming community 😊

Whether it’s through meals, conversations, resources, or simply being present, this program exists to remind Veterans that they are valued, supported, and never alone.

👇 Learn more about this ministry 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

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