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Meghann Darroch
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She/her. Population Health Lead focused in mental health, addictions and substance use health, living in rural Eastern Ontario.

I am an active volunteer, low maintenance nature lover, partner to a superhero and mother to two beautiful boys.
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It is brutally cold out there. If you or anyone you know needs access to a warm place, call 311. We can arrange transportation and someone will direct you to the right place to go. The @ottawapublichealth.ca website has a list of shelters and warming spaces: www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-he...
Screen shot saying it’s minus 20, -27 with windchill
December 5, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social
Join WOCRC as a Social Prescribing Counsellor! Connect clients to health & social supports, promote well-being in rural communities. Apply here: wocrc.ca/careers/
#Hiring #CommunityHealth #SocialPrescribing #OttawaJobs
December 3, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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thefeministconvs.bsky.social
From November 25 to December 10, we join a global movement demanding safety, dignity, and justice for all women, girls, and gender-diverse people.
Engage and speak up.

#16Days #16DaysOfActivism #EndGBV #OrangeTheWorld #Ottawa #FeministConversations#CommunityAction #EndViolence #StopGBV #TakeAction
November 25, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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allianceon.bsky.social
Culturally safe, person-centred care saves lives & helps people who face barriers to survive and thrive. This includes access to #genderaffirming care, including transition support, for people who identify as #transgender. Read our full statement: www.allianceon.org/news/Gender-... #PrimaryCare
Trans care is gender-affirming care. And gender-affirming care is primary care. Everyone has the right to this care. Read our full statement:
November 18, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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riverwardriley.bsky.social
Ecology Ottawa Youth Summit - Nov 29

For youth aged 16–23 from across the city to connect, learn, & lead on local environmental action
Expert speakers, interactive workshops & networking
Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/ecology-ottawas-second-annual-youth-summit-tickets-1968312175703?aff=oddtdtcreator
Ecology Ottawa's Second Annual Youth Summit
Ecology Ottawa's Youth Summit is an opportunity for local youth to connect and learn from experts about local ecology action in Ottawa
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November 18, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social
Join us on December 4th for a workshop on protecting seniors from fraud and distraction crimes. Please RSVP, as places are limited.
November 17, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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arieltroster.com
One year, 4,464 calls, 92% required no police intervention. The Alternative Neighbourhood Crisis Response (ANCHOR) in Centretown is sending the right people to help in cases of mental health or substance use crises. It represents the de-tasking of police and it works.

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Centretown crisis response team handled thousands of calls in its 1st year, report shows | CBC News
Launched in August 2024, the Alternative Neighbourhood Crisis Response (ANCHOR) team responded to 4,464 calls in its first year, according to numbers in a new city report. The pilot program aims to pr...
www.cbc.ca
November 16, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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lainejohnson.bsky.social
Come ask questions, share your ideas, and voice your opinions on local issues at the College Ward 2025 Town Hall!

📍 Ben Franklin Place (101 Centrepointe Dr)
📅 Wednesday, Dec 3
🕖 7:00–8:30 PM

To register, visit: www.college-ward.ca/college_ward...
College Ward Town Hall 2025
College Ward
www.college-ward.ca
November 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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pqchc.bsky.social
Everyone deserves respectful, high-quality substance use health care. The new West Ottawa HART Hub will offer walk-in substance use health care, addiction medicine, counselling, peer and housing supports — all in one location. Learn more: www.pqchc.com/services/hom...
November 12, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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glengower.ca
New data on toxic drug deaths, with commentary from Rob Boyd at Ottawa Inner City Health.

"The welcomed decrease in toxic drug deaths is not related to any changes in approach but to changes in the the unregulated drug supply..."

A link to their advocacy page: ottawainnercityhealth.ca
Ontario Opioid and Suspect Drug-Related Deaths – UPDATED.” It shows a bar graph of opioid toxicity deaths in Ontario by month from January 2018 to June 2025. Bars are purple, with confirmed deaths in dark purple and probable deaths in light purple. Deaths peaked around 2020–2021, coinciding with the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and have steadily declined since late 2023. Average monthly deaths range from 126 in early 2018 to a peak of 247 in 2021, then down to 109 in mid-2025. A note on the right states: “The decrease in Q1 & Q2 2025 reflects the continuation of a trend that began in Q3 2024. The decrease in opioid toxicity deaths is observed across most regions in North America.” At the bottom is a link: https://odprn.ca/occ-opioid-and-suspect-drug-related-death-data/. The welcomed decrease in toxic drug deaths is not related to any changes in approach but to changes in the the unregulated drug supply (which can change again in an instant). We are seeing wild variation in the number of overdose interventions from one week to the next at Ottawa Inner City Health. Our team of nurses and people with lived expertise is determined but tired. We need your help to advocate for more resources to support this critical work. Check out our website for more information and contact your elected officials! https://lnkd.in/eazh5faD
November 8, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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glengower.ca
A new West Ottawa Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub in Bells Corners in 2026. 👏👏👏

www.pqchc.com/services/hom...
A social media post from Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre announces the opening of the West Ottawa Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub in Bells Corners in 2026. The post states that the hub will provide substance use health care and housing support. The image has a white background with an orange border and teal text that reads: “Substance use health care and housing support are coming to Bells Corners. The West Ottawa HART Hub opens in 2026. Visit pqchc.com to learn more.”
November 8, 2025 at 1:48 AM
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graysongoal.bsky.social
If you're part of the LGBTQ+ community within Canada and have chronic pain, a research group I'm part of would love for you to share your experiences.

We're especially looking to connect more with transgender and nonbinary folks.

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SHAPE+ Study - Get Involved
Get Involved
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November 7, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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ecologyottawa.bsky.social
This is encouraging: Planning and Housing Committee oppose expanding #Ottawa's urban boundary.

Sprawl is killing us: it's expensive, it entails natural heritage destruction, it's difficult to service—and the list goes on.

Ask your councillor to approve this recommendation at Council Nov 12.
Screenshot of an email with the Ottawa logo and the following text: "Committee supports maintaining current urban boundary with land supply for 25 years of growth The Planning and Housing Committee today recommended refusal of an Official Plan amendment application to expand the urban boundary by 72 hectares for future residential development on lands east of Highway 416 and north of O’Keefe Court. The proposal was assessed using the Council-approved process for urban boundary expansion applications. As part of that assessment staff found that there is already more than enough land within the urban boundary to accommodate growth in Ottawa. As of mid-2025, there is enough residential land supply in the urban area to accommodate almost 25 years of growth while provincial standards require only a 15-year supply of designated residential land and a three-year supply of serviced land. Additionally, the proposed expansion lands lack system capacity for water and wastewater and would also require transportation infrastructure upgrades. The City has initiated an update to growth projections in response to the Province’s updated population projections for Ottawa. A report on population, housing and employment forecasts is anticipated in January. That report will help shape the City’s growth management strategy, which is expected to come before committee next year."
November 5, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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jleiper.bsky.social
It's always a pleasure to see Mike Bulthuis, here with Patrick Mason (l), from the Ottawa Community Land Trust. Their 2025 bond campaign is on now: www.oclt.ca
Patrick Mason and Mike Bulthuis pose for a photo at an exhibitors table / Patrick Mason et Mike Bulthuis posent pour une photo à la table des exposants
November 1, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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en.ottawa.ca
Bring your unwanted aerosols, gasoline and motor oil to the last Hazardous Waste Event of the year on Saturday, November 1 between 8 am to 4 pm at the Westbrook Snow Dump.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3oTs0XO

Can’t make it? Find where you can dispose of items at ottawa.ca/WasteExplorer.
A graphic with a light grey background and pictograms of pesticides, propane tanks, a fire extinguisher and pool chemicals. The lower half of the graphic has a black background and text that reads "got hazardous waste?"
October 30, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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yasirnaqvicdn.bsky.social
Join us for a Community Conversation on Homelessness on Thursday, November 13 at 6 p.m.

We’re bringing elected officials and community leaders together to share ideas, learn from each other, and explore local solutions that strengthen #OttawaCentre.
October 28, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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maryfernando.bsky.social
Grateful that Ontario is providing free updated flu and updated COVID vaccines to the general public starting today.

Locate your pharmacy:
ontario.ca/vaccine-loca...

Please get your vaccinations.

#VaccinesWork
Immunizations for COVID-19 and flu high-risk and priority groups will begin in phases. COVID-19 vaccines will be available starting the week of September 22. Flu vaccines will be available at pharmacies starting the week of October 14. Starting October 27, free flu and COVID-19 shots will be available to the general public. If you are 6 months and older, you can receive the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as, or at any time before or after, the flu shot and/or other routine immunizations, as well as RSV. Children under 2 years old cannot get a flu shot at a pharmacy but can receive a flu shot from a doctor, nurse practitioner or a local public health unit.
October 27, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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qpmutualaid.bsky.social
For Canadians living in Ontario...

Doug Ford, the Premier, is planning to shred tenant protections.

Do fill this out as it'll email Ford, your MPP, Associate Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing, and the Attorney General for you!

acorncanada.org/news/doug-fo...

#Canada #Ontario #Tenant
Doug Ford Moves to End Rent Control
Doug Ford announced proposed changes to the LTB that would strip away key tenant protections, fast-track evictions, and open the door to ending rent control as we know it in Ontario.
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October 24, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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eugeniewaters.bsky.social
Petition here: schoolstreetsottawa.ca/get-involved...
Email: premier@ontario.ca
Thanks you so much @rawlson.bsky.social @timtierney.ca @stephanieplante.bsky.social @lainejohnson.bsky.social @seandevine9.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social for your support and strong words yesterday 💪
Demand Safe School Zones in Ottawa!
Le francais suit It’s a common scene at schools for morning drop off and afternoon pick up times, speeding, distracted driving, close calls and tension on the streets . Many school zones lack…
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October 21, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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kanatanorth.bsky.social
Join @ottawapublichealth.ca for the Aging Well in Ottawa Fall Health Fair - a free, one-stop shop event for older adults and caregivers to connect with over 30 local health, social and community organizations offering services, resources, and support.

www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-he...
October 23, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services is asking for your input.
www.ontario.ca/form/poverty...
Poverty Reduction Strategy survey: individuals
We want to hear from people in Ontario to help us assess the 2020–2025 Poverty Reduction Strategy and inform the next strategy. Share your experience and perspectives.Closing date: November 30, 2025Th...
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October 22, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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en.ottawa.ca
Today, City Council approved a Primary Care Provider Recruitment and Retention Strategy with 10 actions to attract and keep more primary care providers in Ottawa.
Council also approved a new policy to protect consumers and improve accountability for hardscaping projects.
https://bit.ly/4qCIcvw
A graphic with Ottawa City Hall is in the background. A vertical grey stripe and a horizontal turquoise stripe are in the foreground with " City Council update" in the centre.
October 22, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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glengower.ca
I saw this sign in the elevator at @wocrc-crcoo.bsky.social today. Excellent.
October 2, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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kegli.bsky.social
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Ottawa Public Health forced to close ByWard Market drug consumption site
A supervised drug consumption site in Ottawa’s ByWard Market is now closed, after the Ontario government did not endorse the renewal of its licence.
www.ctvnews.ca
October 2, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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janegoodallcan.bsky.social
The Jane Goodall Institute of Canada has learned this morning, Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, that Dr. Jane Goodall DBE, UN Messenger of Peace and Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, has passed away due to natural causes.

She was in California as part of her speaking tour in the United States.
October 1, 2025 at 6:14 PM