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Interval House of Ottawa
- Aug 1, 2019
- 2 min
ACPR SpeakUp! Campaign
Over the past few months, we have had the absolute pleasure of working with the Algonquin College public relations (ACPR) students on the...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Apr 18, 2019
- 2 min
A Christmas Retreat at the Westin
As you may remember, IHO is working with The Westin Ottawa on Project Rise—a way to give families in shelter a much needed mental health ...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Apr 18, 2019
- 2 min
Amanda & Tako
Home is a safe retreat for many of us. But for some, home is a place of violence and fear. Amanda met her ex-partner when he was in Ottaw...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Apr 18, 2019
- 3 min
Brianna's Journey (Part 2 of 3)
Read part one Last time we heard about Brianna's abusive relationship with Ryan and how she escaped to IHO with her infant son, Jackson. ...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Nov 20, 2018
- 2 min
Pet housing update & call for volunteers
It has happened! IHO has already have five furry family members reside with us in the pet housing area! For those of you who have been fo...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Nov 20, 2018
- 2 min
Sharing the spirit of performing arts
The Share the Spirit program of the National Arts Centre (NAC) enables children, families, and vulnerable populations to enjoy performanc...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Nov 20, 2018
- 4 min
Brianna's journey (part 1 of 3)
My story started like so many others. I was young when I fell in love with Ryan. He loved me so much. He showered me with gifts and atten...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Aug 2, 2018
- 2 min
The legacy of Virginia Lorraine Stewart
Celeste came to Interval House of Ottawa with bruises on her back from the iron her husband used to hit her. She was smart and capable, b...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Aug 2, 2018
- 2 min
Escaping Violence Together a reality!
On June 19, IHO officially launched the Escaping Violence Together project, ending the capital campaign we embarked on last year to build...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Mar 9, 2018
- 1 min
Animal housing — The design
Community Veterinary Outreach (CVO) co-designed the area with IHO following housing guidelines developed at the University of California ...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Mar 9, 2018
- 1 min
Animal housing — From our residents
Alissa had to leave a rabbit behind when she fled her abusive partner. She said her daughter cries over the bunny — but nothing else. "It...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Mar 9, 2018
- 1 min
Animal housing — Partnerships
Strategic partnerships have been developed with unique players in the public and private sectors. Dr. Michelle Lem, Community Veterinary ...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Mar 9, 2018
- 1 min
Animal housing — Dr. Michelle Lem
The animal housing project began when veterinarian Dr. Michelle Lem approached IHO with the idea. "Providing emergency sheltering of pets...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Oct 27, 2017
- 3 min
Escaping violence together
Jennifer has a dog named Daisy, a senior who is 13 years old. Daisy has been with Jennifer her whole life. Every morning, Jennifer wakes ...
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Interval House of Ottawa
- Oct 27, 2017
- 2 min
From past residents
Just wanted to thank you all for being there in a very critical time in our life you have helped us more than you will ever know. You mad...
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