Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Proud to be part of Little Italy Renewal in beautiful Ottawa! @och-lco.bsky.social 010
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 06/07/2026159 new affordable homes in Lowertown are one step closer to becoming reality. OCH has awarded the construction contract for the Beausoleil development to Laurin Construction, with construction expected to begin this summer. Learn more: www.och-lco.ca/nr-och-award... @stephaneoch.bsky.socialoch-lco.caNews Release: Ottawa Community Housing Awards Construction Contract for New Affordable Housing Development in Downtown Ottawa - Ottawa Community HousingOttawa, ON – July 6, 2026 – Ottawa Community Housing has awarded the construction contract for the Beausoleil development to Laurin Construction, to deliver 159 new affordable homes in Lowertown and a... 131
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Thank you @hydroottawa.bsky.social for sponsoring Pack-a-Sack and helping ensure that every child has the essentials they need to succeed at school. 🙌🌟 #Ottawa 021
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Le 30 juillet, nous avons célébré la transformation de la maison communautaire Morrison Gardens. Un espace renouvelé et plus accessible qui soutiendra les résidents et les programmes communautaires. @stephaneoch.bsky.social 021
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 21/07/20261/2 On July 20 seniors came together to paint pottery at our Pop-In & Play event. As one resident put it, "It's so nice to gather like this, paint together & get the creative juices flowing." Moments like these remind us that recreation is about so much more than the activity itself. #Ottawa 142
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 20/07/2026Tenant input played a pivotal role in shaping community improvements at 1041 Wellington. With support from the Community Developer and Engineers Canada, #OCHVolunteers installed a new metal bench and garden bed and spruced up the outdoor area on July 16. @stephaneoch.bsky.social 121
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 17/07/20261/2 Yesterday's Hop on Bikes event brought us to an exciting milestone: 403 bikes distributed this year. That's 403 new opportunities to move & thrive. Whether it's getting to work, staying active, or simply enjoying the freedom of a ride, every bike represents a step toward healthier communities. 132
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 16/07/2026½ On July 14, 38 #OCHVolunteers from The Home Depot rolled up their sleeves on a very hot day and built bracket benches along the deck of the Morrison Gardens Community House. They also built picnic tables and a garden bed. And they hosted a free kids’ workshop. @ochfoundation.bsky.social 131
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Led by @och-lco.bsky.social Volunteer Engagement Team, projects like this help create welcoming spaces for families & support community programs. A special thanks to @stephaneoch.bsky.social and Home Depot Canada's Senior Leadership Team for making it a fantastic Team Depot Day. @pqchc.bsky.social 041
Reposted by Stephane OCHGlen Gower @glengower.ca · 08/07/2026Some numbers shared today at Planning & Housing Committee re: Ottawa's rental market. This is not a healthy rental market. 12612
Reposted by Stephane OCHGlen Gower @glengower.ca · 02/07/2026Thursday morning update from Ryan Perrault, Ottawa's GM of Emergency & Protective Services. Hardest-hit areas are in Ottawa West: - Ward 7 (Bay) - Ward 8 (College) - Ward 9 (Knoxdale-Merivale) 012
Reposted by Stephane OCHGlen Gower @glengower.ca · 02/07/2026An update from @hydroottawa.bsky.social this morning on restoration efforts. Plus an important reminder about safety for residents. 254
Reposted by Stephane OCHAriel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Hope everyone is okay. Here is a list of who to call to report downed trees and flooded basements. Check in on your neighbours. Fingers crossed that the worst of the storm is over now … 02818
Reposted by Stephane OCHGlen Gower @glengower.ca · 02/07/2026Media briefing on the storm response/recovery is happening live now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8d05...youtube.comCity of Ottawa to provide update on storm responseYouTube video by City of Ottawa 233
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Mise à jour de service : intervention liée aux tempêtes Nous comprenons que les tempêtes d’aujourd’hui ont touché plusieurs communautés de l’OCH. 101
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 02/07/2026If you require assistance: For emergencies, call 911. For urgent maintenance issues, contact OCH’s 24/7 Contact Centre at 613-731-1182. 102
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Service Update: Storm Response We understand the storms on July 1 have affected several OCH communities. Our teams are on site assessing conditions, responding to urgent issues, and prioritizing work related to health and safety. We appreciate your patience as crews respond across multiple areas. 112
Reposted by Stephane OCHGlen Gower @glengower.ca · 01/07/2026From City of Ottawa staff: "There has been severe weather today with heavy rainfall in a short period of time. This has resulted in basement flooding. We encourage residents to call 3-1-1 to report basement flooding." 1/ 123
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 01/07/2026From our communities to yours, Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦! @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca @och-lco.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social 060
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Happy Canada Day! Our offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 1st. OCH's Community Safety Services and Call Centre remain available 24/7 at 613-731-1182. Tenants can also reach us anytime through the My Home tenant portal: bit.ly/3SD8Cka 121
Reposted by Stephane OCHAriel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 27/06/2026I had so much fun talking to neighbours at the @och-lco.bsky.social BBQ on Rochester Street yesterday. Strong tenant engagement helps grow welcoming communities. 191
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 21/06/2026Saturday night in Quebec City 👌De toute beauté! @brunomarchand.bsky.social 000
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 16/06/2026EDC hard at work @och-lco.bsky.social Foster Farm. More than 80 volunteers trimming and pruning our community. Thank you ! @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca 031
Reposted by Stephane OCHmark-sutcliffe.bsky.social @mark-sutcliffe.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Richard Hayter was a positive force in our community. A class act and a real gentleman. He was a staple at many community events I attended over the years, and he was always there with a smile. 142
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 15/06/20262/2 A substantial portion was distributed in @och-lco.bsky.social communities. The real impact isn't measured in numbers but in full fridges, families bringing home fresh produce, parents having one less expense to worry about & children enjoying healthy food. Thank you Khalsa Aid! #Food 011
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 15/06/20261/2 On Saturday, something incredible happened. 115,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables made their way into communities across Ottawa through the 2026 Ottawa Summer Food Drive, led by @Khalsaaidca.bsky.social and supported by Odd Bunch, @Ottawafoodbank.bsky.social , OCDSB & our team. #Ottawa 111
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 12/06/2026I love our communities! Tonight celebrating at Confederation Court amongst @och-lco.bsky.social residents , employees and partners! Incredible leadership with Christina and Kindam 💪 @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca 041
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Proud of our collective achievements. More work to be done! 000
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 06/06/2026Proud to celebrate Lowertown with many of our residents! Great to see so many leaders ! @monafortier.bsky.social @stephanieplante.bsky.social @och-lco.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social @lowertown-crcbv.bsky.social @ottawapolice.bsky.social 020
Reposted by Stephane OCHAriel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 05/06/2026Congrats to The Red Apron on 20 years in Centretown — feeding the community with your delicious food and through strong partnerships with food security organizations like the Centretown Community Food Centre and @parkdalefoodcentre.bsky.social This amazing business is co-owned by six strong women 💪 1214
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 03/06/2026Busy night across our communities! Thank you Chair for your leadership at the AGM of Britannia Woods Community House and @riverwardriley.bsky.social Community Safety night in Carlington. @och-lco.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social 032
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 27/05/2026At the Rental Housing Conference on May 27, 2026, OCH CEO Stéphane Giguère joined a panel with housing leaders before close to 400 attendees. The discussion highlighted the importance of predictability, collaboration, and alignment to support housing delivery at scale. @stephaneoch.bsky.social 283
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 26/05/20261/2 En vue de la publication du Rapport annuel 2025 de LCO lors de notre AGA, nous partageons un aperçu de l’impact du travail réalisé l’an dernier dans les communautés de LCO — de l’investissement dans les logements existants et la construction de nouveaux logements, jusqu’au renforcement... 121
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 26/05/20261/2 Ahead of the release of OCH’s 2025 Annual Report during our AGM, we’re sharing a preview of the impact we had across OCH communities last year — from investing in existing homes and building new housing, to strengthening tenant services, partnerships, and community supports across Ottawa. 251
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 21/05/2026More than 35 volunteers from #RibbonCommunications built 15 garden beds in our seniors’ community at 800 St. Laurent. This project is just one of the dozens since the team started working with us in 2012. We are so excited to see what else grows out of this partnership. #OCHVolunteers 121
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 15/05/2026Fantastic turnout with @ribboncomm.bsky.social more than 30 volunteers beautifying @och-lco.bsky.social St-Laurent. Our older adults are very eager to use their new gardens! @rawlson.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca 073
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 15/05/2026Yesterday, we welcomed IKEA #Ottawa to the Morrison Gardens Community House to see the impact of the beautiful kitchen they donated to our new portable space. Yesterday was a powerful reminder of neighbours helping neighbours. Thank you IKEA, for helping us create spaces where community can thrive! 041
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 14/05/2026“Bringing the sector together helps move ideas into action,” said @dandicaire.bsky.social, OCH’s Senior Manager of Conservation and Sustainability, about the #HousingForward Summit hosted by @cityofedmonton.bsky.social May 11-14. Four days. One Conversation. Keep housing affordable. 131
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Exciting to welcome the 2nd cohort of Build Your Path @collegelacite.bsky.social Minto training centre! A group of tenants eager to jump in the trade industry! @ochfoundation.bsky.social @och-lco.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca 031
Reposted by Stephane OCHTheresa Kavanagh Bay Ward @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Thanks to @och-lco.bsky.social Security Team for coming out for the West District Police Week event at Andrew Haydon Park. Appreciate your efforts to keep residents safe. 142
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 12/05/2026A truly heartwarming moment earlier today welcoming the first cohort of Build Your Path. Trade workers are critical. As many shared, “this is a lifetime opportunity to change the course of our lives.” @och-lco.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca 020
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Foundation (OCH Foundation) @ochfoundation.bsky.social · 12/05/20261/2 Today, we welcomed @stephaneoch.bsky.social (CEO of och-lco.bsky.social) into our Build Your Path classroom. Stephane interacted with program participants & spoke about career opportunities in the construction sector & the importance of these skills. Thanks for your support, Stephane! #Ottawa 121
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 11/05/2026Energy efficiency = lower operating costs + better comfort. Since 2011, OCH has saved $79.6M in utility costs through energy efficiency initiatives. Read more via CBC. bit.ly/4u0g5HJ @dandicaire.bsky.socialbit.lyOttawa Community Housing turns to green options amid volatile utility costsOttawa Community Housing hopes long-term, environmentally-sound solutions can help weather fluctuating energy costs. Stu Mills reports. 142
Reposted by Stephane OCHGlen Gower @glengower.ca · 11/05/2026This is an excellent summary of the state of housing policy in Ottawa, and the impact it is - and isn’t - having on the housing market. 163
Stephane OCH @stephaneoch.bsky.social · 08/05/2026Team @och-lco.bsky.social @ochfoundation.bsky.social advancing to final of @ottawafoodbank.bsky.social Bank sorting challenge! Go Team OCH Go! @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @glengower.ca 032
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 06/05/2026In April, 2 groups of #OCHVolunteers returned to paint hallways and common areas at the 31 McEwen seniors building. Thanks, Canadian Immigration + Citizenship and Amazon. Their work brightened the space and made a real difference for residents. @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @stephaneoch.bsky.social 111
Reposted by Stephane OCHGlen Gower @glengower.ca · 01/05/2026The municipal nomination period opens today, May 1. Good luck (and thank you) to all of the candidates who will be running in this year’s municipal elections in Ontario. New post from me: "The upside of being a city councillor" open.substack.com/pub/glengowe... 053
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 01/05/2026Le 30 avril, @stephaneoch.bsky.social, PDG de LCO, en discussion sur les réalités entrepreneuriales et intrapreneuriales; créer, transformer et faire évoluer de l’intérieur comme de l’extérieur. Merci à la Fédération des gens d’affaires francophone de l'Ontario pour l’invitation et cet échange. 011
Reposted by Stephane OCHOttawa Community Housing Logement communautaire d’Ottawa @och-lco.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Phase 1 of the Heatherington development is moving forward. Ottawa Community Housing is advancing plans for 90 new affordable homes as part of a longer‑term vision for the site. 📍 Heatherington Rd 🔗 Details: www.och-lco.ca/news-release... @stephaneoch.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social 121
