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.
JA Ottawa’s JA Company Program was a huge success this past 2023-2024 school year. Over 300 students from 19 schools came together to create 20 companies from the ground up with the support of teachers, volunteers, and program coordinators. What is JA Company? Over a 15-week period, JA Company Program teaches high school students how to…
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…
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…
All of us at ONFE want to congratulate Williams Thottungal on being the 2023 recipient of the JA Canada Seymour Schulich Entrepreneurship Scholarship. Williams is the first JA Ottawa, JA Company student to receive this scholarship in over 10 years! Congratulations, Williams on this outstanding accomplishment! When we informed Williams’ mentors of his accomplishment, this…
Our sixth 2023 volunteer spotlight features JA Ottawa volunteer, Rob Meredith. Read on to learn more about Rob and why he chooses to volunteer. “Rob Meredith, of RBC, is in his 10th year as a JA volunteer. He’s done every program we’ve had including piloting 4 new programs. He’s a JA Rockstar volunteer. On top…
Our fourth 2023 volunteer spotlight features JA Ottawa alumnus and volunteer, Jordan Vecchio. “In 2018, Jordan was recognized as the JA Achiever of the Year. He was recognized for his leadership, dedication and indominable spirit. A true ambassador for the program, Jordan has always stepped up when we’ve asked. He’s been a JA mentor, a…
Our second 2023 volunteer spotlight features JA Ottawa, Horizon Growth Company mentor, Sam Turgeon-Brabazon! Read on to learn more about Sam and why he decided to become a volunteer in our JA Ottawa program. Robyn Lester, JA Company Coordinator, wrote: “From the moment Sam started volunteering with ONFE, it was evident that he had an…
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