• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm• MEALS: breakfast served 8:00am to 9:30am – lunch served 1:00pm to 2:30pm – closed first Friday of the month. • FOOD BANK at 6 Epworth: Tue. Wed. Fri. 9 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4 pm. Closed first Friday afternoon of the month.• FOOD BANK at 1475 Caldwell Ave: Thursdays 9:30 am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30pm • HIDDEN GEMS BOUTIQUE: Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm • DROP-IN CENTRE: Mon. to Fri., 8:00am to 3:00pm – closed the first Friday of the month • COMPUTER CAFÉ: Mon. to Wed. 8:30am to 3:00pm

THE FOODBANK AT 6 EPWORTH IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

Due to flooding the Epworth Avenue foodbank is closed. We will keep you posted.

After almost 26 years of building strong food rescue connections with countless organizations in the City of Ottawa, we are saddened to say au revoir to Maurice Courchesne who officially retired on January 9th, 2026.

We would like to thank and acknowledge Maurice for his outstanding service and his immense contribution to our mission. For over a quarter-century, Maurice has been a pillar of our operations. His impact is immeasurable, characterized by a unique blend of tireless work, genuine French Canadian charm, and an unwavering commitment to the people we serve. While he is a humble man who avoids the spotlight, his influence on our organizational culture and our reputation within the City of Ottawa is a significant part of his legacy.

Employment Readiness Programs.

We provide training programs to create career improvements for our clients.

Clothing Assistance Program.

Providing free clothing to families in need referred by Social Service Organizations.

Feeding those in need.

The Caldwell Family Centre provides up to 500 nutritious meals in one day to people in need.

Feeding those in need.

Providing over 125 healthy food boxes a day, 5 days a week to families in need.

Free Internet and Computer Access

Access to computers and the Internet is vital today. We provide access and training.

Hidden Gems Boutique.

Providing gently used and new clothing, shoes, toys, and household items at deeply discounted prices, and training opportunities.

Please note that our mailing address is now 1475 Caldwell Avenue, Ottawa ON K1Z 5L6

The Caldwell Family Centre plays a critical role in supporting residents of Ottawa who are impacted by poverty. In collaboration with partners, we strive to meet clients’ needs in a wide variety of areas, including food security, social engagement, child and youth programming and vocational support.

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Contribute items.

The families we serve are always in need of the following items. If you can help, please drop off the item between 8:45am to 4pm Monday to Friday ONLY at the City View United Church. If you have a large amount of donated items, give us a call and we will arrange for a volunteer driver to pick-up.

Volunteer.

If you are interested in becoming part of the team at the Caldwell Family Centre, we want to hear from you. There are many benefits of volunteering at Family Centre, besides knowing that you will be making a difference in the lives of people.

Expertise.

We are regularly looking for skilled workers to help with our programs and services, such as chefs, clothing program workers and program assistants.