BGC Ottawa set to host sold-out Starry Night Glamping Gala
Published August 30, 2023 12:00
As part of its 100-year celebrations, BGC Ottawa, previously known as the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa, is ... Read more
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The legend of Camp Smitty
Published June 09, 2023 09:00
It’s for the kids!
Ask any past or current camper, Camp Smitty is a life-changing place. It offers a beautiful lakefront setting, dynamic ... Read more
Black History 365 days a year, plus one
Published February 01, 2023 09:30
This February, let's take a moment to pause and reflect on the importance of Black History Month. We take some time to listen, ... Read more
BGC Ottawa receives transformational gift from Hazelview in support of new south Ottawa clubhouse
Published December 13, 2022 14:10
BGC Ottawa celebrates the impact of $1 million gift from Hazelview ... Read more
The gift of Holiday magic
Published November 11, 2022 17:16
This holiday season feels extra special as we continue to see more family and friends.
We get to reconnect with generations after a time ... Read more
Tammy's Back To School Letter
Published September 23, 2022 14:11
I grew up in a neighbourhood that was looked down upon by outsiders. Ledbury Banff, in the south of Ottawa, is a primarily lower-income ... Read more
In-person return of the Morning Social
Published September 02, 2022 18:34
The last two years were tough. The pandemic took an emotional, social, and developmental toll on children and youth across ... Read more
Nominate A Young Champion Today
Published August 29, 2022 18:46
BGC Ottawa’s Community Youth Leader Kitchen
Do you know someone in your neighbourhood, up to age 25, who has demonstrated a strong ... Read more
Matt Singer's Camp Smitty Story
Published June 22, 2022 14:12
I feel like I have been going to Camp Smitty forever. Well maybe not forever, but how about since I was 3 weeks old?
When I was ... Read more
It begins with a single step - Walk This Way
Published May 13, 2022 11:00
Run for BGC Ottawa at the 2022 Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend , virtually, and in-person, May 28-29, 2022.
Join us, and form ... Read more
Hazelview Gift Acceptance
Published May 10, 2022 14:00
BGC Ottawa accepted a gift of $1 million today from Hazelview to support its new Taggart Parkes Family Clubhouse in south Ottawa.
... Read more
Taggart Parkes Family Clubhouse Grand Opening
Published May 05, 2022 05:00
BGC Ottawa to officially welcome community to Taggart Parkes Family Clubhouse on Heatherington Road
#ShineChallenge
Published April 04, 2022 13:47
There is no denying that the past few weeks, months, and years have been challenging for people in Ottawa and across the world, especially for ... Read more
Black History Month
Published February 01, 2022 11:00
This Black History Month, we invite the BGC Ottawa community to learn, reflect and honor the transformative contributions of African, Caribbean, ... Read more
COVID-19 Updates
Published January 10, 2022 11:00
Disclaimer
Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation this is a working document that will change and be updated on a regular basis.
The Covid Response ... Read more
Holiday Letter
Published December 13, 2021 16:00
As the air turns cooler, I get a little nostalgic. Are you like that, too? I think it's partly the cold weather, the welcoming of the first snow, and ... Read more
NEW Ron Kolbus Kitchen
Published October 15, 2021 18:09
BGC Ottawa hosted a small socially distanced gathering to unveil the NEW Ron Kolbus Kitchen, honoring a much-needed renovation project that our ... Read more
“Facebook must do better”, says BGC Ottawa, and Clubs across Canada
Published October 08, 2021 16:00
We know Facebook can do more to protect our kids and teens on their platforms.
We see firsthand the ... Read more
Indoor Programming returns on Monday, July 5th
Published June 30, 2021 16:13
Ask any of our BGC Ottawa Staff, and they’ll tell you the same thing: BGC Ottawa just isn’t the same without ... Read more
Leacross Foundation Announces Significant Multi-Year Gift to Benefit Heatherington Children & Youths
Published June 28, 2021 10:00
BGC Ottawa is delighted to announce that the Leacross Foundation ... Read more
Taggart Parkes Family Clubhouse Groundbreaking Ceremony
Published June 15, 2021 14:00
Across the country, Canadians are feeling the impact of COVID-19, on their families, their livelihoods, and ... Read more
BGCO Morning Social
Published May 12, 2021 13:05
Let us celebrate what we have done to overcome this past year and look forward to what is to come for BGC Ottawa.
Did you know that BGC Ottawa ... Read more
New Brand, Same Club: Meet BGC Ottawa
Published May 04, 2021 13:25
It's official. Boys and Girls Clubs of Ottawa has become BGC Ottawa. Not to be trendy. Not because it's shorter or catchier. But ... Read more
Covid Closure Update
Published April 07, 2021 17:00
Following the new stay-at-home order from the Ontario government, all BGC Ottawa Clubhouses and locations are closed to in-person programming ... Read more
You give, Hobin gives
Published April 07, 2021 15:18
When you give, Hobin gives, too!
During the months of April through June 2021, Hobin Architecture has pledged to match new donations to BGC ... Read more
It’s time to help even more children and youth
Published March 19, 2021 03:00
Being able to feel safe and supported is important to children and youth. It can mean feeling accepted, seen and heard ... Read more
2021 BGC Ottawa scholarships
Published March 16, 2021 12:00
BGC Ottawa, with generous donor support, provides over $30,000 in academic assistance each year to many deserving young students.
Awards ... Read more
Scholarship Opportunities Available
Published January 11, 2021 20:39
Members should check out and consider applying for the following scholarships:
Check back for new ... Read more
Click for Virtual Programming
Published April 06, 2020 13:44
We are so excited to launch our Virtual Boys and Girls Club during this time. Please visit www.https://bgco-online.club/
DEADLINE EXTENDED: Scholarship Applications
Published March 20, 2020 14:04
Due to our current Clubhouse closures, we have extended the scholarship application deadline to April 15th.