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Meghann Darroch

@meghanndarroch.bsky.social
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She/her. Capacity Building & Engagement Lead focused in mental health, addictions and substance use health, living in rural Eastern Ontario. I am an active volunteer, lover of nature, partner to a superhero and mother to two beautiful boys.

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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
🌱 Looking for ways to reduce food waste and save money? Join us for FoodWise 2026, an engaging workshop in partnership with Foodsharing Ottawa that will explore simple, practical strategies to make the most of the food you already have at home.
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Johanne Boucher @johanneboucher.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Fall Elections are coming to Canada! 🇨🇦 Québec Provincial - Oct 5 BC municipal - Oct 17 Alberta Referendum - Oct 19 BC Provincial - Oct 24 Ontario municipal - Oct 26 Manitoba municipal - Oct 28 PEI municipal - Nov 2 Saskatchewan municipal - Nov 9 Brace yourselves and vote!!
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Free Dental Screening Clinic Coming to Richmond! @ottawapublichealth.ca, in partnership with the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre, is offering a free dental screening clinic for residents of all ages on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre.
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CTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
The Royal’s new mental health urgent care clinic opens Monday
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The Royal’s new mental health urgent care clinic opens Monday
The Royal says its new mental health urgent care clinic will open to the public on Monday, offering first-of-its-kind service in eastern Ontario to adults experiencing a mental health crisis.
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Book a free appointment with a Registered Dental Hygienist in Fitzroy Harbour! A dental screening is a brief visual assessment of oral health conducted by Ottawa Public Health Registered Dental Hygienists to identify potential dental concerns and support with access to dental care.
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
We’re hiring a Family Resource Worker to join our team! If you’re passionate about supporting families and caregivers, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are also still hiring for the following positions: · Child and youth care practitioner (casual) · Driver (casual)
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Music & Movement at Hollyer House! Looking for a fun way to get moving, enjoy music and connect with others? Our Music & Movement program at Hollyer House offers an engaging and welcoming opportunity for adults 55+ to move, dance and have fun in a supportive social setting. Details in poster!
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Ottawa Public Health @ottawapublichealth.ca · 10/09/2026
On September 10 we honour World Suicide Prevention Day. A day to remember that every life matters. Suicide is preventable. Talking openly about it and raising awareness can create meaningful change.
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Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre @pqchc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
National Substance Use Health Week of Action Sep 7- 11, 2026 CAPSA has launched its 2nd annual National Substance Use Health Week of Action, “Inspiring Innovation Through Integration – Connecting Communities to Care.” Let’s work together to reduce stigma, and connect people to care and supports!
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Ottawa Public Health @ottawapublichealth.ca · 31/08/2026
On this International Overdose Awareness Day and every day, we honour individuals, families and communities affected by overdose. Learn about available supports and sign up for the Stop Overdose Ottawa Alert System at StopOverdoseOttawa.ca. #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #25YearsOnStillNeeded
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CTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Advocates call for reopening of supervised consumption sites as Ottawa marks International Overdose Awareness Day
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Advocates call for reopening of supervised consumption sites as Ottawa marks International Overdose Awareness Day
On International Overdose Awareness Day, advocates in Ottawa are once again calling for the reopening of safe consumption sites in the city as stark new numbers are released on overdose calls.
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Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre @pqchc.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Today is IOAD. The theme is '25 years on. Still needed'. Overdose is still taking people we love. And it's still preventable. The West Ottawa HART Hub is here for anyone 16 or older looking for support with substance use health. Suite 6, 2194 Robertson Road, Bells Corners. Open Monday to Friday.
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
The Ottawa Food partnership and the City For All Women Initiative have created a series of information cards on four important issues this election season: income, housing, transportation, and food security. ottawacommunityfoodpartnership.ca/electionreso...
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CAFES Ottawa @cafesottawa.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
If you cannot make it in person, we also have a @rogerstv.bsky.social live broadcast which begins at 6:30. rogerstv.com/cafesdebate1
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Mayoral Candidate Forum | Rogers tv
The Mayoral Candidate Forum brings Ottawa’s mayoral candidates toge...
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
In partnership with Champlain Regional Cancer Program, we will be offering cancer screenings to community members including cervical, colon, breast, and lung. Appointments will be held at our 2 MacNeil Court location and require registration using the following form, bit.ly/4xkpRq3
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Pat Murphy 🇨🇦 @noparticularname.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
thank you, @deadder.bsky.social
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Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre @pqchc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Are you a newcomer to Canada looking for employment? The Community Connections for Newcomer Employment (CCNE) program is here to support you on your journey toward employment! 📞 To register, call: 613-668-0371 | 613-240-8937 📧 Or email: tes.reception@pqchc.com
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
The Mission Food Truck is coming to the west end! Every Tuesday between 3:45-4:15 at Christ Church Bells Corners/Hollyer House, providing free meals to community members. Please share this information with your networks.
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
If you don’t have a family doctor now is great time to join the Health Care Connect waitlist! Register today by calling 1-800-445-1822 or visiting www.ontario.ca/healthcareconnect.
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Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre @pqchc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Do you need a family doctor or nurse practitioner? Health Care Connect finds you a family doctor, nurse practitioner or primary care team that is accepting new patients in your community. You can register yourself and your whole family online or over the phone. #healthcare
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
If you are raising a child between the ages of 6-19 who is facing mental health or addiction challenges, our team is partnering with PLEO to offer a Parent Support Group. Ce programme est disponible en français seulement.
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Our Anniversary Open house is coming up on September 28th. This will be an evening of celebration, fun, and connection. We would love to have you join us and enjoy the free BBQ meal, live music, face painting, door prizes and more! www.eventbrite.com/e/1989247610...
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40th Anniversary Open House
WOCRC is turning 40! Le CRCOO fête ses 40 ans !
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Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre @pqchc.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
PQCHC is expanding community audiology services through the Eastern Ontario Infant Hearing Program, and we're looking for qualified audiologists and clinics interested in partnering with us. Know an audiologist or clinic that may be interested? Please share this opportunity with your network.
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Cathy Crowe, C.M. 🍁 @cathycrowe.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
If you are a Canadian citizen, please sign parliamentary e-petition 7531 calling on the government of Canada to make Ambassador Pete Hoekstra persona non grata. www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
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Petition e-7531 - Petitions
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Mood Disorders Society of Canada @mooddisordersca.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Progress in mental health is driven by people who challenge stigma, advance research and strengthen their communities. Know someone whose impact deserves recognition? Nominate them for an MDSC 2026 National Award by Sept. 25. ➡️ mdsc.ca/awards/
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WOCRC-CRCOO @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Bell Corners community members, on August 22nd from 9am-3pm Silver Spring Studios will be hosting its first ever Farm Fun Day! Come on out for an opporutunity to connect with the community at this free event.
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City of Ottawa @en.ottawa.ca · 10/08/2026
Know someone who goes the extra mile to make a difference in the #OttCity community? Nominate them for the 2026 Order of Ottawa or the Brian Kilrea Award for Excellence in Coaching. The deadline to submit nominations is on Wednesday, September 2. Info: bit.ly/4wXQgtc
A row of medallions with the Order of Ottawa emblem.
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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
As I have been knocking on doors, I have been realizing how many people still don’t know about ANCHOR or any of the non-police services available to them 24/7. Save this image on your phone for quick reference or if you are not sure who to call. We are here for you.
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Suicide Crisis Timeline
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Ann Douglas @anndouglas.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
“Relationship skills, the ability to relax and have fun, pacing yourself, emotional flexibility, being able to change plans – these are all essential skills for the future.” - My two cents on the importance of finding/making time for fun #GiftArticle 🎁 www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/a0344d6...
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Can you actually ‘schedule’ fun? For these families, it’s worth a shot
Putting days of fun and rest on the calendar help ensure the lively parts of life don’t fade into the busyness
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Petra Schulz @msthpetra.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Spoiler alert: services for rural people who use drugs are missing or insufficient. Women, mostly mothers, provide the informal support. Our team, led by @hollymathias.bsky.social and @ehyshka.bsky.social is pleased to share this important work. kwnsfk27.r.eu-west-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F...
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Towards caring communities: A community-based qualitative inquiry of family caregiving for people who use drugs in rural settings.
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Ecology Ottawa @ecologyottawa.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Get a free native tree this fall! Trees for Today registration now open in 6 Ottawa neighbourhoods. Link: www.ecologyottawa.ca/trees_for_to...
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Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre @pqchc.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
📣 We're #hiring! PQCHC is hiring for a variety of positions across multiple departments, including: ➡️ Family Physician ➡️ Nurse Practitioner ➡️ Physiotherapist ➡️ Employment Trainer ➡️ Community Worker Explore our current opportunities and apply today: www.pqchc.com/careers
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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Are you 16-24 years old? Want to get paid to work with a local artist and help create a new mural at the Centretown Community Health Centre? Apply using the QR code below!
Paint it up
Centretown Community Health Centre
Meeting: Wednesday. July 28 at 3pm
Painting dates: August 3-7
Work with a local artist and be paid for the painting you do 
Youth aged 16-24
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City of Ottawa @en.ottawa.ca · 14/07/2026
Another storm may be coming our way, #OttCity. Take a few moments now to ensure you know what to do and are prepared for potential power outages. If you can, please ensure that your neighbourhood catch basins are free of debris. Find a catch basin near you: bit.ly/3YOOo6I
Contents of an emergency preparedness kit are laid out on a table, including: a backpack, flashlight, hand-crank radio, medical supplies and prescriptions, canned food, water bottles, clean clothing, keys, passports, credit cards, rope, tape, toilet paper and a notebook.
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Ottawa Public Health @ottawapublichealth.ca · 13/07/2026
Looking to cool down? Our webpage has an interactive map of public places to cool off in Ottawa including City pools, splash pads, libraries, shade structures, parks, and more.  Find a place near you at ow.ly/kxN150ZmYc8
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City of Ottawa @en.ottawa.ca · 08/07/2026
As recovery efforts continue, Ottawa Fire Services are conducting wellness visits to help ensure everyone is safe and connected to the support they need. Check in on family, friends and others who may need extra support at this time. Call 3-1-1 to request a wellness visit. bit.ly/4gXunoU
Graphic with a blue background. A pictogram of a thundercloud with rain drops is on the left side.
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Nemo @nemonihil1664.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Peace and Love everyone! Happy Birthday, Ringo! ✌️♥️
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Lyra Evans (Ottawa) @lyraevansott.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
I was on CBC to discuss the OCDSB choosing not to march in the Ottawa Capital Pride Parade. In short: the distict is walking the line between ignorant apathy causing harm, and active degradation of public trust. www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
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Ecology Ottawa @ecologyottawa.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
A reminder that if you don’t like the cost of preparing for climate change, you *really* won’t like the cost of reacting to its effects. Dismantling and postponing climate action is fiscal irresponsibility. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Carney says Trudeau-era climate plan was 'too expensive' and 'divisive' | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney echoed critics of the previous Liberal government's climate plan in a video posted on Tuesday, saying the plan he inherited was too expensive and divisive.
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Julie S. Lalonde @julieslalonde.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Oh, man. Because of Ottawa's extreme weather yesterday, Cornerstone Housing for Women suffered a flood. It's taking major resources, human and financial, to deal with the damage and keep women housed. They're asking folks to donate, if they can:
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Donate - Cornerstone Housing for Women
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CCPA — Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives @policyalternatives.ca · 01/07/2026
On July 1, let's reflect on how to build the country we can be—equitable, fair, accessible and sustainable. For everyone who calls Canada home.
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Glen Gower @glengower.ca · 30/06/2026
An update from Ottawa’s Emergency & Protective Services department on some of the additional facilities being opened on Canada Day during to the heat.
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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Let’s take care of each other on hot days — please share these resources and check in on your neighbours.
List of hot weather resources, available in full at https://www.arieltroster.com/heat_2026
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My IRL friends call me Chris @christyceeck.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
"The family is looking for someone with type-O blood, who is under 55, has no chronic illnesses and has a body mass index under 30." If you meet the criteria and are interested in helping, please submit the Living Donor Health History Form here: www.uhn.ca/Transplant/L...
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Living Liver Donor Program Canada - UHN
Explore the Living Liver Donor Program at UHN, Canada. Learn about becoming a donor, eligibility, and the journey to save a life through living donation.
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CTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Ottawa’s last supervised consumption sites close
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Ottawa’s last supervised consumption sites close
The last two supervised consumption sites in Ottawa have shut their doors this weekend as the province ends their funding and shifts focus to recovery and treatment.
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Keith Egli @kegli.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Very thankful to be included in this session as a board member of NROCRC and as a survivor/author. Hope to see you there.
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LiveWorkPlay / VivreTravaillerJouer @liveworkplay.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
www.ottawahoardingresponse.ca LiveWorkPlay has been contributing to the project since its inception, with Maggie Dimock and Grace Hudson representing the LiveWorkPlay team throughout 2025 and 2026. Congratulations on the launch!
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Clarke Kelly @clarkekelly.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
The @ottawapolice.bsky.social Ottawa Police Community Policing team is hosting "Coffee with a Cop" at Scratch Cafe on Constance Bay Road this Tuesday morning. Residents are invited to stop in and learn about crime prevention programs or ask questions or share concerns.
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CTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Ottawa’s top doctor issues warning about upcoming closure of supervised consumption sites
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Ottawa’s top doctor issues warning about upcoming closure of supervised consumption sites
Ottawa’s medical officer of health is issuing a warning about the closure of two supervised consumption sites in less than three weeks, saying it will likely lead to more visible public drug use, social disorder and the “increased likelihood of overdose and subsequent adverse health outcomes.”
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