SERVICES
Meeting the needs of our community where they are
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Purpose
Walking alongside and empowering individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness in Ottawa's downtown core, OIM's Street Outreach teams forge trusting relationships through consistent presence and the provision of vital relief provisions, pastoral care, crisis intervention, and referrals.
About
Operating seven days a week, 365 days a year, Street Outreach is the primary component of OIM’s work. Through Street Outreach our trained volunteers meet men and women living on the street, create trusting relationships, and can work to filling both physical and personal needs. Each year, OIM makes over 25,000 connections on the street in downtown Ottawa; approximately 2,500 of whom are youth.
If you see two or more people walking down the street wearing a bright red vest with the OIM logo on it then you have run into one of our mobile outreach teams! OIM’s Street Outreach volunteers are out meeting with people and handing out snacks and toiletries every day of the week.
Remember that the Outreach Team is out to connect with and serve Ottawa’s street community. If you or someone you may have seen need something don’t hesitate to wave them down.
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Have Questions?
Please contact Sarah, OIM's Volunteer and Program Coordinator.
Phone
613-237-6031