Centre 507

10/16/2026

Help us build our next chapter, together! Centre 507 is planning for the next few years, and we want to hear from the people and communities connected to our work.

Whether you use Centre 507's services, volunteer, work here, partner with us, support our work, live or work nearby, or know Centre 507 in another way, your perspective matters.

We want to understand what Centre 507 should keep doing, what could be stronger, and what we should focus on in the years ahead.

Please take the survey below. It takes about 7–10 minutes. You may answer as much or as little as you wish and skip any question you prefer not to answer.

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Thank you for being part of our present and our future!

10/14/2026

Centre 507 has received significant media coverage this week, much of it focused on the challenges facing our community. Today, we arrived to find this beautiful message written on the sidewalk outside our doors.

We don't know who took the time to do this, but whoever you are, thank you. Our staff work incredibly hard every day, often under very difficult circumstances. Small gestures like this mean more than you might realize.

We needed this today. ❤️

10/05/2026

Calling all Federal Government employees and retirees! It's that time of year again -- the Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign (GCWCC). Did you know you can contribute to Centre 507 through this program? Find us under "other Canadian registered charities."

Your contributions help us help others. We appreciate it so much.

07/17/2026

In January, our Executive Director, Richard LeBlanc, celebrated 20 years working with the Centretown community. Starting as an outreach worker, Richard has seen the community through many roles and changes. We are so lucky to have such experienced and kind leadership at Centre 507. Thank you Richard!

07/07/2026

A big thank you to the High Commission of Malaysia for their continued support, including both monetary and food donations. We are so thankful for the kindness and generosity⭐️

07/01/2026

Centre 507 is open all day today, July 1st!

If you need or see someone who needs a cool place to get out of the heat, remember that Centre 507 is air-conditioned and OPEN JULY 1st.

We offer a safe space to rest, cool down, dry off, access washrooms, charge devices, enjoy a meal, and connect with support services.

06/29/2026

A reminder as the weather in Ottawa is climbing this week.

With the heat and rain storms upon us, please keep an eye out for friends, neighbours, and community members who may be struggling.

If you see someone who needs a cool place to get out of the heat or dry place to escape the rain, remember that Centre 507 is air-conditioned and open daily. We offer a safe space to rest, cool down, dry off, access washrooms, charge devices, enjoy a meal, and connect with support services.

📍 Centre 507
507 Bank Street, Ottawa

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06/26/2026

A big thank you to our staff and volunteers who make the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program possible.

To date, approximately three volunteers have assisted more than 255 individuals in filing their taxes through our program.

Many clients required multiple years of returns to be completed in order to bring their tax affairs fully up to date. In addition to tax filing, the program also helps clients request historical, archived benefit cheques that may not have been deposited or received.

To better meet community needs, we continue offering CVITP services year‑round as our volunteer capacity permits, ensuring support is available during urgent situations when proof of income is required.

06/23/2026

Join us THIS THURSDAY (June 25th) for our Annual General Meeting, online or in person! We’re excited to see you there!

Online Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-507-annual-general-meeting-virtual-tickets-1991362958214?aff=oddtdtcreator&mc_cid=66f90d5425

In Person Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-507-2026-annual-general-meeting-tickets-1991361995334?aff=oddtdtcreator&mc_cid=66f90d5425

06/16/2026

With the heat and rain storms upon us, please keep an eye out for friends, neighbours, and community members who may be struggling.

If you see someone who needs a cool place to get out of the heat or dry place to escape the rain, remember that Centre 507 is air-conditioned and open daily. We offer a safe space to rest, cool down, dry off, access washrooms, charge devices, enjoy a meal, and connect with support services.

📍 Centre 507
507 Bank Street, Ottawa

Please share to help spread the word and keep our community safe this summer.