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 A Company of Fools Theatre Inc 
255 MacKay St, Ottawa, Ontario 
 A Company of Fools has been delighting audiences all across Canada since 1990 as Ottawa's original professional Shakespeare company. 
 Keywords: Theatre
· Arts and Culture
  Volunteer Profile of A Company of Fools Theatre Inc
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 Aboriginal Healing Foundation 
75 Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario 
 Our mission is to provide resources which will promote reconciliation and encourage and support Aboriginal people and their communities in building and reinforcing sustainable healing processes that address the legacy of physical, sexual, mental, cultural, and spiritual abuses in the residential school system, including intergenerational impacts. 
 Keywords: Health
· First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples
  Volunteer Profile of Aboriginal Healing Foundation
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 Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada 
16 Concourse Gate, Unit 600, Ottawa, Ontario 
 The mission of the Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada is to improve the health of Aboriginal people, by supporting Aboriginal Nurses and by promoting the development and practice of Aboriginal Health Nursing. 
 Keywords: Health
· First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples
  Volunteer Profile of Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada
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 Acceso International 
Ottawa, Ontario 
 Acceso International is an incorporated, not-for-profit, non-political, non-denominational and non-governmental, Ottawa-based Canadian charitable organization, which is completely volunteer-operated. Its mandate is to promote and enable greater access to all levels of education in Latin America and the Caribbean. 
 Keywords: International
· Education and Literacy
  Volunteer Profile of Acceso International
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 Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability L'Alliance de vie active des Canadiens/Canadiennes ayant un handicap 
720 Belfast Road, Suite 104, Ottawa, Ontario 
 The Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability (ALACD) promotes, supports and enables Canadians with disabilities to lead active, healthy lives. 
 Keywords: Independence
· Disabled
  Volunteer Profile of Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability
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 Adoption Council of Canada 
211 Bronson Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario 
 The Adoption Council of Canada (ACC) is the umbrella organization for adoption in Canada.
  Based in Ottawa, the ACC raises public awareness of adoption, promotes the placement of waiting children and youth, and stresses the importance of post-adoption services. 
 Keywords: Adoption
  Volunteer Profile of Adoption Council of Canada
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 Agricultural Institute of Canada Foundation 
9 Corvus Court, Suite 900, Ottawa, Ontario 
 The Agricultural Institute of Canada Foundation (AICF) is a national charity, established in 1987, whose mission is to inspire knowledge and understanding of the importance of sustainable agriculture to society. 
 Keywords: Science and Technology
  Volunteer Profile of Agricultural Institute of Canada Foundation
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 Air Cadet League of Canada - 632 Orleans Squadron 
6664 Carriere Street, cole St. Joseph d'Orlans, Ottawa, Ontario 
 The Sponsor Committee of an Air Cadet squadron is a group of civilians working with squadron staff to represent the Air Cadet Movement within the local community, to ensure indispensible local support for squadron needs, to provide support, and to make necessary arrangements for squadron activities. 
 Keywords: Military
· Children and Youth
  Volunteer Profile of Air Cadet League of Canada - 632 Orleans Squadron
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 Alzheimer Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County 
1750 Russell Road, Suite 1742, Ottawa, Ontario 
 Established in 1980 and incorporated in 1982, the Alzheimer Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County is a non-profit and charitable organization. It currently has 11 Volunteer Board of Directors, over 300 volunteers, as well as 25 staff members (full & part time). 
 Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Disorders
· Alzheimer
  Volunteer Profile of Alzheimer Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County
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 Amethyst Women's Addiction Centre 
488 Wilbrod St, Ottawa, Ontario 
 Amethyst Women's Addiction Centre offers alternative addiction services to women.  Amethyst is committed to working with diverse and marginalized groups of women.  Our aim is to support women, individually and together, to take control of factors affecting our health and well-being. 
 Keywords: Women
· Health and Medicine
· Addictions
  Volunteer Profile of Amethyst Women's Addiction Centre
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 Amnesty International Canada Amnistie Internationale 
312 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, Ontario 
 Amnesty International is a global movement of over 3 million people in more than 150 countries working together to protect and promote human rights. 
 Keywords: International
· Advocacy and Human Rights
  Volunteer Profile of Amnesty International Canada
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 Aphasia Centre of Ottawa-Carleton 
153 Chapel St, Main level, Ottawa, Ontario 
 The Aphasia Centre of Ottawa provides care aimed at enhancing the quality of life of people affected by aphasia by helping them improve their ability to communicate with others and regain their self-confidence. 
 Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Disorders
  Volunteer Profile of Aphasia Centre of Ottawa-Carleton
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 Assembly of First Nations 
473 Albert Street, Suite 900, Ottawa, Ontario 
 WE THE CHIEFS OF THE INDIAN FIRST NATIONS IN CANADA HAVING DECLARED:
  THAT our peoples are the original peoples of this land having been put here by the Creator; THAT the Creator gave us laws that govern all our relationships for us to live in harmony with nature AND MANKIND, THAT the laws of the Creator defined our rights and responsibilities; THAT the Creator gave us our spiritual beliefs, our languages, our cultures, and a place on Mother Earth which provided us with all our needs; ...... 
 Keywords: Women
· Homeless and Housing
· Health
· First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples
· Education and Literacy
· Children and Youth
  Volunteer Profile of Assembly of First Nations
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 BARK 
2229 Braeside Ave, Ottawa, Ontario 
 Established in September 2001,The Bytown Association for Rescued Kanines (B.A.R.K.) is an all breed "no kill" rescue organization.We are a registered charity comprised primarily of dedicated and experienced volunteers. 
 Keywords: Rescue and Adoption
· Animals
  Volunteer Profile of BARK
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 Bereaved Families of Ontario - Ottawa Region 
211 Bronson Avenue, Suite 308, Ottawa, Ontario 
 We are a self-help organization for bereaved families. Interested people who have suffered the pain of death and loss are trained by professionals to facilitate small discussion groups and provide one-to-one support. 
 Keywords: Family Support
· Crisis Support
  Volunteer Profile of Bereaved Families of Ontario - Ottawa Region
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 Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa Grands Freres Grandes Soeurs D'ottawa 
39 Camelot Drive, Ottawa, Ontario 
 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ottawa has been creating Big Brother friendships since 1970 and Big Sister friendships since 1973. We started out matching bigs with littles and have grown to include a variety of different programs that serve both boys and girls. We are proud of our achievements and continue to strive to be on the leading edge of the Big Brothers Big Sisters movement in Canada. 
 Keywords: Crisis Support
· Children and Youth
  Volunteer Profile of Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa
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 Brain Injury Association of the Ottawa Valley Association Des Neurotraumatises Craniens De La Region D'ottawa 
211 Bronson Avenue, Bronson Centre, Suite 300A, Ottawa, Ontario 
 The Brain Injury Association of the Ottawa Valley is a non-profit organization that helps acquired brain injury survivors reconnect with their environment. 
 Keywords: Health and Medicine
· Disorders
  Volunteer Profile of Brain Injury Association of the Ottawa Valley
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 British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa 
395 Wellington Street, Ottawa, Ontario 
 Founded and incorporated in 1994, the British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa (BIFHSGO) is a not-for-profit genealogical organization. 
 Keywords: History
· Arts and Culture
  Volunteer Profile of British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa
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 Bruce House 
251 Bank St., Suite 402, Ottawa, Ontario 
 Founded in 1988, Bruce House is a community-based organization providing housing, compassionate care and support in Ottawa for people living with HIV and AIDS, based on the belief that everyone has the right to live and die with dignity. 
 Keywords: Health and Medicine
· AIDS
  Volunteer Profile of Bruce House
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 Bruyere Continuing Care Inc 
43 Rue Bruyere, Ottawa, Ontario 
 At Bruyere Continuing Care we are committed to meeting the needs of our patients, residents and families both in the compassionate care we provide and in the information we make available. Ensuring the comfort of you and your loved ones is our top priority. 
 Keywords: Health Centres
· Health and Medicine
  Volunteer Profile of Bruyere Continuing Care Inc
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 Volunteering in Ottawa 
 
 
 
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 Locations near Ottawa 
  (9 km): Nepean 
 (16 km): Orleans 
 (18 km): Greely 
 (18 km): Kanata 
 (20 km): Manotick 
 (22 km): Stittsville 
 (24 km): Metcalfe 
 (24 km): Carp 
 (26 km): Cumberland 
 (26 km): Kars 
 
Latest Volunteer Profiles in Ottawa - (add profile) 
   Insight Theatre - Planned Parenthood OttawaA by-youth-for-youth-about-youth volunteer program that provides public health education to Ottawa area schools and community organizations through theatre! 
   Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat FestivalRecognized as North America's largest dragon boating festival the four day celebration offers free admission to multiple stages with world class programming, marquee concerts, amusement attractions, sports demonstrations, a variety of artisans, exhibitors, delicious culinary treats, beach-side bar, children's area and non-stop racing. 
   Canadian Blood ServicesCanadian Blood Services manages the national supply of blood, blood products and stem cells, and related services for all the provinces and territories (excluding Quebec). We also lead an integrated, interprovincial system for organ donation and transplantation for all of Canada. 
   Canadian Cancer Survivor NetworkOne of CCSNs main objectives is to promote and encourage advocacy among survivors and patients.  Our goal is to work with government and all political parties to educate and promote positive and considered policy ideas that will result in an optimum experience for cancer patients and survivors in the health care system.  With empowered survivors as our advocates and partners, we bring a practical perspective to the discussion.
  We host yearly breakfasts at Queens Park in September to raise awareness about metastatic prostate cancer. 
   Friends of the Earth CanadaFriends of the Earth Canada (FoE) has grown from a small group of volunteers in 1978 to one of the country's most important voices speaking out on environmental issues. 
   The Salvation Army Ottawa Booth CentreThe Salvation Army - Ottawa Booth Centre is a men's emergency shelter located in the Byward Market. 
   Victorian Order of NursesIf you, or someone in your family, were recovering from an illness and needed home care, who would you trust? Most Canadians from coast to coast would say VON. The reason: at VON Canada (Victorian Order of Nurses), we believe in treating the whole person, not just their ailment. VON offers more than 75 different home care, personal support, and community services to enhance each clients quality of life by providing them with the personal assistance and support needed to make them comfortable in their own home. Weve been doing so for more than 114 years. 
   Friends of the Ottawa Public Library AssociationWe are Advocates, Promoters and Fundraisers of the Ottawa Public Library. Through the sale of used books we donate over $250k to the library every year 
   St John AmbulanceAt St. John Ambulance our mission is to enable Canadians to improve their health, safety and quality of life by providing training (first aid) and community services (health and safety). 
   The National Capital Suzuki School of MusicSuzukiMusic, also known as the National Capital Suzuki School of Music, was founded in 1987 to promote the musical education of children and to nurture their development through the Suzuki method. 
 
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