The mission of the Social Planning Council of Ottawa is to provide the residents of Ottawa with the means to exercise informed leadership on issues affecting their social and economic well-being.
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Ottawa Ethno-Cultural Exhibition and Festival
June 22, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre, 102 Greenview Ave., Ottawa. This FREE event will feature a variety of exhibitions and learning opportunities in the areas of performing, visual and culinary arts.
New Census Data: Age and Gender, 2016 to 2021
Explore data on age and gender from the 2021 census for Ottawa and the rural counties in Eastern Ontario. Data is available in maps, dashboards and tables, including comparisons since 2001.
Request a Computer from Digital Equity Ottawa
On behalf of Digital Equity Ottawa, the Social Planning Council of Ottawa (SPCO), the City of Ottawa, and other social service provider agencies are teaming up to distribute free refurbished computers to the community. If your client is in need of a computer(s) and/or technical support, kindly request technology through our form. Individuals requesting for themselves or if you have any questions about the program, please contact:
Admin: office@spcottawa.on.ca
Office Manager: reuben@spcottawa.on.ca
Digital Literacy
Welcome to the Digital Literacy Program for Ottawa Ethno-Cultural Seniors
This program is free, highly flexible, and learners choose what they want to learn. The material we use is written in a clear language. It also may be adapted according to the needs of the individual group. We provide one-on-one support, community group online training and share other helpful resources.
Mental Health Through Sports and Social Activities
Active Newcomer Youth Ottawa
Free summer soccer league will be held throughout July to September. Visit the ANYO website for details.
Don't miss "The Immigrant Experience" podcast, exploring the experiences and perspectives of young, racialized immigrant youth in Ottawa. Listen on Youtube.
Partnerships & Programs
Effective Measures
Effective Measures provides research and evaluation services in support of community programs and initiatives aimed at improving the lives of all Ottawans. > Go to Effective Measures
Ottawa Ethnocultural Seniors Network
The OES Network represents a variety of ethno-cultural senior grassroots groups in Ottawa who are providing a wide range of recreational, social and educational opportunities and activities. > Read More
Data & Research at the SPCO
Increasing the capacity of voluntary sector agencies and community members to effectively use data and research for planning processes and in taking action on social and economic issues. > Read More
Technology, Research and Communications (TRAC)
TRAC supports the needs of non-profits, small businesses and community organizations, while fostering and empowering young people, helping them to grow their skillsets, and gain new employment opportunities. > Learn More
Hot Shoe Productions (Social Enterprise)
Hot Shoe Productions is a social enterprise that hires talented young people to create compelling video products for clients. > Go to Hot Shoe
GenerationeXT Youth Economic Incubator
The incubators are youth-focused economic development spaces in three low income neighbourhoods. > Read More
Digital Equity Ottawa
TRAC supports the needs of non-profits, small businesses and community organizations, while fostering and empowering young people, helping them to grow their skillsets, and gain new employment opportunities. > Learn More
Arts and Culture
SPCO recognizes that the culture of Ottawa is built on the vibrant array of communities that fill the city with great food, interesting music, rich fashion, and hundreds of languages that each provide a glimpse into unique parts of the world. By supporting a range of cultural programming focusing on arts & music, sports & social connection, and education & training, SPCO supports residents of Ottawa to live healthy, connected lives and nurture their social and economic well being. Read more here! > Read more
