Plans are afoot to host another walkathon in support of the Centretown Emergency Food Centre. This year’s event, the third such charity fundraiser, takes place October 21, 2018.
Bank Street Pedestrian Crossing Signals in Old Ottawa South
Many cities in Canada and around the world are using “Vision Zero” to guide their traffic and safety plans. And the City of Ottawa is no exception!
Seniors: Where to Turn for Help
Where do we go for help when we want to make our home more senior friendly or accessible? Who can help us when we need to move? What do we do when we don’t have a family doctor and seek non-urgent care? Whom do we call when we are too sick to manage our care on our own?
Capital Ward All Candidates Meeting
A full house greeted the Capital Ward candidates on Thursday, September 27, 2018 eager to hear views on neighourhood and city issues. The meeting was sponsored by the six community associations of the area, including OSCA.
Fall Fest 2018
Join us on Sunday, October 14th for OSCA's Annual Fall Fest! Read more to find out about this year's event:
Moving Forward (with Telling the Truth)
On Sunday, September 16, 2018, Trinity Anglican Church launched its new Bank Street mural—Telling the Truth: A shared journey toward Reconciliation Healing and Hope.
Sunday’s celebrations began with a traditional indigenous welcome song at Trinity’s weekly 10 o’clock service. Reverend Arran Thorpe presided and mid-way through the service introduced Justin Holness, rap singer and founder of TR1BE Academy. Together with guest indigenous dancers, Justin Holness performed “Woke”, a rhythmic rap song that was both stirring and hopeful in its lean but dramatic presentation.
Trinity Church Mural Launch
On Sunday, September 16, 2018, Trinity Anglican Church will launch its new Bank Street mural—Telling the Truth: A shared journey toward Reconciliation Healing and Hope.
The mural launch will begin with a church service at 10:00 a.m. Guest presenter will be Justin Holness from TR1BE Academy. There will be guest dancers as well as Elder Barbara Hill who will welcome the community to unceded Algonquin lands.
The OSCAR Needs a Distribution Manager
The Distribution Manager accepts monthly delivery of 4,300 bundled copies of OSCAR and manages delivery of the paper to all OOS households, selected businesses, and institutions. They do so by managing a team of area captains and volunteer carriers.
Fall 2018 Civics Boot Camp
Civics Boot Camp is a series of six three-hour evening sessions delivered over six weeks using a combination of in-person workshops and online learning.
Christmas Craft Show 2018
Thinking of being a vendor at this years show? We'd love to have you!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR THIS YEARS CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW
Registration will begin on Monday, October 1st for those who have submitted their applications. To ensure your space please send an email to oscaprograms@oldottawasouth.ca with photos and descriptions of your work before October 1st. Any applications sent after October 1st cannot be guaranteed a spot. Note that photos and descriptions of your craft MUST be sent upon requesting to reserve your space. Once approved instruction for payment will be given starting on October 1st onward.
COST FOR TABLE RENTAL
Main Hall (14 spaces with wall, 10 spaces non-wall space/inner circle)
Wall space $55 Non-wall space/inner circle $50
Dance Studio (8 spaces) $45 (Please note all spaces are wall spaces in this room)
Lounge (5 spaces) $40 (Please note all spaces are wall spaces in this room)
Art room (5 spaces) $40 (Please note all spaces are wall spaces in this room)