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Founded as a not-for-profit, non-government organization in 1957, we have a well-established reputation as a leader in safety education. We continually check our environment to identify gaps in safety promotion and seek to meet the need, either through individual effort or with the many health and safety-related organizations throughout Ottawa and Eastern Ontario that we cooperate with. Our programs include: Safety Education & Courses for Children & Youth Children's Summer Camp Defensive Driving Motorcycle Training Programs Adult Crossing Guard Program

OMS Montessori creates multi-age learning communities that support each student as a life-long learner. Assessing progress through daily observation and guiding each student through dynamic activity, OMS Montessori enables each student to develop fully as a confident, self-directed, responsible citizen of the world. Established in 1966, OMS Montessori is a non-profit, charitable corporation accredited by the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators (one of only three schools in Ottawa). We serve around 300 students from 18 months to grade 12, with Francophone and English programs. We were the first Montessori school in Ottawa and we continue to be an educational leader by creating and implementing education beyond the ordinary. To see if our school is right for your child, or to learn more about Montessori education, come observe our school in action. Contact [email protected] to set up a Montessori 101 appointment. All are welcome.

The Peace and Environment Resource Centre (PERC) provides valued resources, support and skills in our community. We are grassroots, volunteer-based, and dedicated to positive change. Our achievements over our 30 year history include: producing the Peace and Environment News (newspaper); organizing hundreds of community and school workshops, a resource library of thousands of books, magazines and videos; hosting school and children’s programs, and countless community events. This and much more has been made possible thanks to the collective effort and resourcefulness of over our dedicated volunteers. Current programs include the PEN, communications, and workshops.

Founded as a registered charity in 1982 by Barbara Clark, c.M., the members are committed to excellence in vocal and choral performance. Currently lead by Jamie Loback - Music Director, the ensemble (50+) is open to individuals ages 15 through 30. Chosen by audition, the members must demonstrate a commitment to their art and the overall goals of the organization. Through experiences with artists such as the members of the National Arts Centre Orchestra (NACO), the choristers are prepared for a possible future within the diverse arts communities. This organization believes that its longevity and current vitality is the demonstration of commitment to its goals, not only by its current members but also those who have gone before. Alumni, supporters, friends and family have coloured and shaped this organization over the years. We believe that everyones’ continued contributions are key to the organizations success. Join the experience! Share the memories! Feel the Music!

OWL became a registered non-profit society in January 1985. We operate 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, on an “on-call” basis. We are open every Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 3 pm during the winter months. Over the summer, volunteers have the chance to apply for a grant working at OWL. We are open for tours 7 days a week during the summer months. OWL offers education classes, both on– and off-site. We have over 25 ‘Front Education’ residents who stay on-site and help educate any tours our classes that visit OWL. We also have over 10 ’Side Education’ residents who visit schools, community centers, and libraries throughout the year, who also help educate the public. We are always looking for new volunteers to help with fundraising events. We are proud of our record in the field of raptor rehabilitation, and we are anxious to continue our work and to meet the ever-increasing demands on both our facilities and our dedicated volunteers.

Parkdale Project Read is a non-profit, community literacy program that operates an adult learning centre in the Parkdale community.

ARTISTIC POLICY & COMMUNITY ROLE: The most important objective of the PSO is the continued improvement of the orchestra’s musical quality as well as audience education and development. Michael Newnham, Music Director, and the Program Committee jointly propose the coming season’s program, taking into account budget, the orchestra’s abilities, audience preferences, and the availability of professional soloists. The PSO features excellent soloists of national stature, as well as promoting exceptional members of the orchestra. CELBRATING 45 YEARS! The Peterborough Symphony Orchestra (PSO) was founded in 1967, and has been built on the successive experience of seven music directors prior to Mr. Newnham. In the 2000~2001 season, the PSO underwent an extensive search for a new music director, auditioning four guest conductors throughout the season. Michael Newnham was the successful candidate and has proven to be an invaluable asset to this organization since coming on board in June 2001.

Les Petits Violons: Une école, un orchestre. Une école où, dès les tout débuts, et avec plaisir, on joue pour apprendre et on apprend pour jouer. C’est dans le jeu de l’instrument que l’élève trouve sa motivation. En effet, on lui montre, dès le début, à concevoir et exécuter d’agréables séquences de notes, d’abord très simples et devenant de plus en plus complexes, séquences qu’on l’aide à émettre de façon satisfaisante et sans souffrance physique. Ainsi, l’élève commence à goûter au plaisir du jeu violonistique et ressent l’envie d’aller plus loin. Il découvre ainsi, au fur et à mesure, de nouvelles possibilités sonores et techniques qui ouvrent la voie vers les chefs d’œuvres du répertoire. Infos: www.lespetitsviolons.com

Established in 1842, Pickering College has a proud tradition of educational excellence. We offer students a variety of enriched academic programs, athletic activities and leadership opportunities within a caring and respectful school community. We believe in a balanced approach that emphasizes intellectual endeavours, critical thinking, creative expression, spiritual development, wellness, social justice, leadership and environmental consciousness. At Pickering College, our faculty is concerned with the growth of the individual. We believe in cultivating strong interpersonal relationships between students, parents and staff who live, learn, create and play together in a secure and nurturing environment. At the same time, we work hard to ensure high standards for academics, and to provide a challenging and enriched curriculum built on a foundation of core knowledge using the most up-to-date technology.

Plug In ICA is a laboratory for research and a nexus for the presentation of art that confronts ideas and issues affecting today's society. The convergence of these strands will celebrate artworks and events in all media, as well as interdisciplinary projects spanning architecture, film, television, photography, sound, and new media.

Through the missionary spirit created by the Holy Childhood Association, younger members of the Church become committed to assist and be of service to those in need. Through "Children helping Children" thousands of Canadian Catholic children share their resources with children in mission lands. All Canadians can encourage our children through their financial generosity to support mission children throughout our world.

The College offers the Master of Divinity Degree, preparing students for Ministry in the Presbyterian Church in Canada and other Christian Churches in and outside of Canada. We also offer part time Certificate Courses in collaboration with our partners in the Montreal School of Theology. Through our Leadership Center we offer a Continuing Education intensive, a Mentoring Program, and Young Adults Event We collaborate with several partners to host conferences and other events on various topics related to the mission of the College.