A new space created by and for youth in Lowertown
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A new space created by and for youth in Lowertown

By Amine Mohammed Harmach A space made by and for youth in Ottawa’s Lowertown came back into being this May at the Youth Centre, located at 201 Friel Street.  After school from Monday to Thursday, the Transitions and Drop-in programs offer a series of activities for roughly twenty participants. Initiated by the Lowertown Community Resource…

Malika Oumou Moumouni Sondé: a commitment to solidarity
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Malika Oumou Moumouni Sondé: a commitment to solidarity

Le français suit By Mohammed Amine Harmach “Happy birthday!” With these words, Malika Oumou Moumouni Sondé, coordinator at the Lowertown Food Bank, surprised an emotional customer by handing her a birthday cake. A gesture that perfectly illustrates the spirit of solidarity and benevolence that drives Malika on a daily basis. “What motivates me in my work is…

La banque alimentaire de la Basse Ville / Lowertown food bank
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La banque alimentaire de la Basse Ville / Lowertown food bank

Un espace de vie face à des défis  Par : Mohammed Amine Harmach, bénévole du CRCBV Chaque lundi, un camion de la Banque d’alimentation d’Ottawa dépose des denrées au 145, Promenade Beausoleil. Cette adresse de la maison communautaire du CRCBV (Centre de ressources communautaires de la Basse-Ville) se transforme ainsi en énorme entrepôt d’aliments. “Cinq…