Hope, housing, and support for people living with HIV in Ottawa.
Despite everything that 2022 tossed our way we raised funds, we advocated, and we supported vulnerable people living with HIV. Staff, volunteers, and supporters—working together with the power of community. Our fundraisers … Read more
Where would we be without our wonderful community? Jen and André Woltemade, along with pal Quizmaster Phil, hosted an amazingly successful quiz night! Over $500 was raised at this combined … Read more
Did you miss our AGM? If so, you missed great cake, great people, and our annual re-cap. Here are the quick notes: Bruce House is in a sound financial position, with a … Read more
Capital Pride this year was outstanding! The street festival and parade were back. The Bruce House table was busy both days, people asking about our services and dropping in to say “hello” … Read more
Cat, Marcel, and the team behind the National Capital Pride Run raised an outstanding $7000! This amazing annual event moved to Riverain Park this year, sharing a location with Drag & Balls. … Read more
What an amazing event! Drag & Balls was back for 2022, and raised an outstanding $10,000! Simon and the folks from OQSL did an amazing job in re-starting this event after a … Read more
We look forward to welcoming our community back to our first in-person AGM since 2019! The evening will begin with a meet-and-greet with refreshments as we reconnect with our community and celebrate … Read more
Huge thanks to Penny Bertrand for donating two VIP tickets to RBC Bluesfest, including a meal and back-stage tour! Penny has generously donated these tickets for years, helping us promote donations to … Read more
It has been a busy few months for us! Anna Brunzema has left us for an exciting new job. We miss her in the office, but wish her well in her new … Read more
Banner of Jay hanging in front of 251 Bank St. (Courtesy of the Village Legacy Project.) Our friend and former executive director J. John (Jay) Koornstra passed away on July 19th after … Read more