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OSC Board of Directors Expression of Interest
Expression of Interest - Board of Directors:
The Ottawa Sport Council is seeking two skilled, enthusiastic individuals with a passion for community sport to join our volunteer Board of Directors. Representing sport in the nation’s capital we strive to create and nurture sport environments that everyone can enjoy, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, culture, income-level and ability. More information [...]

Volunteer Recruitment Underway! Ottawa Sport Council represents your Sport Organization volunteer needs at the Volunteer Ottawa Expo Thursday, May 22nd
Volunteer Recruitment Underway! Ottawa Sport Council represents your Sport Organization volunteer needs at the Volunteer Ottawa Expo Thursday, May 22nd.Volunteer Ottawa Expo is a live in-person event where potential volunteers can connect one-on-one with representatives from local charities and not-for-profits to learn more about how they can help. The Volunteer Expo is free to the public to attend and brings in many passionate volunteers looking to contribute. More info [...]

Ottawa Sport Council Foundation 2025 Community Opportunity Grant
The Ottawa Sport Council is pleased to partner with Their Opportunity to deliver the Ottawa Sport Council Foundation 2025 Community Opportunity Grant. Their Opportunity is a national children’s charity that delivers and subsidizes community sport and engagement programming to eliminate barriers of access and empower youth to reach their full potential through sport. Applications open May 1st 2025 for more information [...]

Save the Date! Canadian Tire Jumpstart Community Development Grant Webinar May 6th at noon
The OSC and Canadian Jumpstart Kim St-Pierre will provide an information session on the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Community Development Grants. Next intake for grant applications opens May 5th and closes June 6th at noon. For more information [...]

We are Hiring! Communications Specialist Canada Summer Jobs Program
The OSC is seeking a dynamic, highly organized Communications Specialist to join our team as part of the Canada Summer Jobs program from mid June to potentially the end of August. The Communications Specialist will work closely with the Executive Director and Communications Lead along with partner organizations and members to successfully fulfill our mandate. For more details on the position [...]

‘The backbone of sport’: Ottawa Sport Council & City of Ottawa celebrate National Officials Day
In a room full of referees, umpires and officials, there were many whistles heard this morning, but on this occasion they were sounds of appreciation instead of foul calls as the Ottawa Sport Council co-hosted a breakfast event celebrating National Officials Day at City Hall. “Thank you for the work that you do to support […]

Community Sport Hero: East Ottawa Stars coach Emma Shimizu
"The positive relationships Emma has built with her players is evident and undeniable. Everyday when she arrives at the rink, she is greeted with hugs and 15 girls yelling her name. Her energy is contagious, and I've never seen her show up to the rink without a big smile and positive attitude."

Celebrate National Sport Officials Day April 17
Sports officials have a tremendous impact on the games we love. National Officials Day will be celebrated for the first time at City Hall on April 17, 2025 from 8am to 9am with a celebratory breakfast. Join Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, Councillor Stéphanie Plante and the Ottawa Sports Council to highlight the invaluable contribution of referees, judges, […]

City of Ottawa Engagement – Proposed Gymnasium Rental Adjustments
The City of Ottawa’s gymnasiums are important spaces for our communities. Groups that use our gymnasiums provide an array of programming that fosters learning, physical activity and socialization. The City of Ottawa is planning on updating categories and improve use of gymnasiums. Register to attend the virtual information session on April 4th at 12pm. More info [...]

Dan Plouffe of the Ottawa Sports Pages
“Through his work with the Ottawa Sports Pages, Dan is an unwavering supporter of community sport across Ottawa. The Ottawa Sports Pages provides community sport organizations in Ottawa with the opportunity to tell their stories from high school, university, community club and elite amateur sport. Dan showcases the best of sport in our community – […]