With the amazing volunteers and partners that help us each day, we’ve got a lot of stories to tell!
We publish new Ottawa education-related stories each month. Follow along to learn about the great things happening in your community.
At the heart of the Ottawa Network for Education (ONFE) is a team of dedicated volunteer board members who are passionate about making a difference in our community. Leading this incredible group is our Board of Directors Chair, Margo Crawford. Get to know Margo and discover what drives her passion for ensuring every student in…
In honour of National Volunteer Week, meet Kat Fouzie, an inspiring force behind the Volunteers in Education (VIE) After School Virtual Tutoring program in Ottawa. Kat not only enriches the academic lives of her students but also captures the hearts of all who work with her. With a passion for French and a personal commitment…
Originally hailing from the vibrant streets of Saigon, Vietnam, Amy Huynh’s journey to JA Ottawa is a story of passion, growth, and a deep-seated desire to give back. With a background rich in diversity, from being a part of a family of travel enthusiasts to her escapades across the globe and her various interests that…
In the vibrant tapestry of Ottawa’s community, few stories are as compelling and multifaceted as that of a local entrepreneur and volunteer whose journey spans the realms of small business ownership, finance, and now, the innovative world of craft distilling. In honour of National Volunteer Week, we are putting the spotlight on JA Ottawa volunteer,…
National Volunteer Week shines a spotlight on the individuals whose selfless dedication and hard work often remain unsung. Among these remarkable contributors is Diane Barry, who volunteers with JA Ottawa. Diane’s tireless efforts not only exemplify the spirit of volunteerism but also remind us of the profound impact one person can make in the lives…
In celebration of National Volunteers Week, we are delighted to spotlight Peter Brodribb, an extraordinary volunteer with Volunteers In Education. Peter exemplifies the spirit of commitment and generosity that drives our community forward by volunteering to support newcomers to Canada in learning English. Join us as we honour Peter’s remarkable contributions and the significant difference…
In the heart of Metcalfe Public School lies a School Breakfast Program that provides a warm, nourishing meal each school day, setting the tone for students to learn and thrive. The dedicated individual at its helm for the past ten years is Christine Lee. A Decade of Dedication When the previous coordinator moved to a…
For over 20 years, the BLG Reads to Kids program has partnered with OttawaReads to teach early literacy to students in kindergarten to grade four at Queen Elizabeth Public School. Through the voices of dedicated BLG Reads to Kids volunteers like Jane Bachynski and Emily Candy, we witness the individual and communal transformation that comes…
Over a four-month period, the JA Company program teaches high school students how to organize and operate a real business. Volunteers from the local business community work with students to launch and run a small enterprise giving students real-world skills and experience not found in a textbook. Some Companies, such as Ducks & Daisies, a…
It was a warm, sunny spring day in Ottawa when St. Daniel School opened their doors to a couple of ONFE staff members visiting its School Breakfast Program. When we arrive, Matt Boucher, an EA at the school, is working hard cutting watermelon pieces to be delivered to the kindergarten classrooms. He knows it will…
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