Cornerstone Housing for Women

New Edinburgh Community Choir supports Cornerstone at St. Bart’s Church
2026-06-01 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Church of St. Bartholomew. 125 MacKay Street Ottawa, Ontario K1M 2B4, 125 MacKay Street Ottawa,, Ottawa, Ontario, K1M 2B4, Canada
Join us for a special musical evening in support of Cornerstone!

The New Edinburgh Community Choir will be performing a concert on:

Monday, June 1
7:30 PM
The Church of St. Bartholomew. 125 MacKay Street Ottawa, Ontario K1M 2B4

This is a free concert with entrance by donation, and all are welcome to attend!

A Taste of Ireland Garden Party
2026-06-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
Join us for a beautiful afternoon in support of Cornerstone.
A Taste of Ireland Garden Party will be hosted at the prestigious Official Residence of the Irish Ambassador to Canada in Rockcliffe Park, Ottawa.
📅 Sunday, June 7, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Enjoy an elegant garden gathering celebrating community, culture, and connection — all in support of women and gender-diverse people accessing shelter, housing, and care at Cornerstone.
Tickets available HERE.
Mark your calendars — we can’t wait to see you there.

Beyond the Green - AJ Plant Commemorative Golf Tournament
2026-06-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Meadows Golf & Country Club in Ottawa., 4335 Hawthorne Rd, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 3N4, Canada
Join Us for the AJ Plant Commemorative Golf Tournament
We are honoured to share an invitation to the AJ Plant Commemorative Golf Tournament – Beyond the Green, happening on Friday, June 26, 2026 at The Meadows Golf & Country Club in Ottawa.
This meaningful event will bring together friends, family, and community members to celebrate AJ’s legacy through golf, connection, and remembrance.
Guests can look forward to a full day that includes 18 holes of golf, a golf cart, dinner, and activities, with a dinner-only option also available.
Event DetailsDate: Friday, June 26, 2026Location: The Meadows Golf & Country Club, OttawaGolf Registration: $175 per playerDinner Only: $90 per person
A portion of each registration may be eligible for a charitable tax receipt through the Ottawa Community Foundation in support of the AJ Plant Commemorative Fund.
To register or learn more, please contact: drchantalplant@gmail.com
Please consider sharing this event with others who may wish to take part in honouring AJ’s memory.

Princeton Community BBQ and Arts Sale
2026-06-28 12:00 - 16:00 | 373 Princeton Avenue, Ottawa, 373 Princeton Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Free Community BBQ & Arts Sale in Westboro
Are you looking for a unique arts and craft sale in Westboro this June? Join Cornerstone Housing for Women for our annual Community BBQ & Arts Sale at our Princeton Supportive Housing Residence in Westboro.
Everyone is welcome!
Come enjoy a free BBQ, meet your neighbours and shop one-of-a-kind hand-made items created by residents who have experienced homelessness and now a place to call home. Over the past year, residents have worked alongside our good friends at Minwaashin Lodge to create beautiful art and handmade goods. For many residents, art has been an important part of healing and rebuilding their life after trauma.
Items available for purchase include, but not limited to:

Beadwork
Paintings
Hand made lotions
Self published poetry books by a resident
Tarot readings

Event Details:
When: Postponed to Sunday, June 28, 2025
Where: 373 Princeton Ave, Westboro, ON
(One of Cornerstone’s four supportive housing residences)
This event is a wonderful opportunity to support local artists, connect with community, and celebrate the creativity and resilience of Cornerstone residents.
A special thank you to Westboro Village BIA for sponsoring this community event.
We hope to see you there!

Trivia Night with the YPAB
2026-07-23 19:00 - 21:00 | The Royal Oak (Bank & Gloucester), 188 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Join us for an evening of trivia, community, and friendly competition — all in support of Cornerstone Housing for Women!
Gather your friends and put your knowledge to the test at Trivia for a Cause, hosted by Cornerstone Housing for Women’s Young Professional Advisory Board (YPAB). Whether you’re a seasoned trivia enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out, this event is the perfect way to connect with friends while making a meaningful impact.
Event Details
📅 Date: Thursday, July 23
🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Location: The Royal Oak (Bank & Gloucester)
188 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON
Every ticket purchased helps Cornerstone Housing for Women continue providing safe housing and essential support services for women in Ottawa.
🎟️ Purchase your tickets:
Trivia for a Cause Eventbrite Registration
About the Young Professional Advisory Board (YPAB)
Cornerstone Housing for Women’s Young Professional Advisory Board (YPAB) is a group of emerging leaders dedicated to raising awareness, engaging the community, and supporting fundraising initiatives that help women access safe housing and build brighter futures at Cornerstone.
We look forward to seeing you for an evening of fun, connection, and giving back!

Shelter Resident Art Show & Sale
2026-08-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Cornerstone Women’s Shelter, 2980 Carling Ave, Nepean, ON K2B 7K2, 2980 Carling Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 7K2, Canada
Join us on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 2:00–5:00 p.m. at Cornerstone’s Emergency Shelter (2980 Carling Avenue) for our annual Resident Art Show & Sale.
Come celebrate the creativity, talent, and resilience of our residents by browsing and purchasing original artwork, enjoying live music, and connecting with our community.
We hope you’ll join us in supporting our Shelter residents and celebrating their incredible talents!

Zero Hunger 5K Walk 2026
2026-08-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Ontario
Feed Canada Association is organizing a Zero Hunger 5K Walk to help raise awareness about food insecurity in our communities. Join us as we take meaningful steps toward a future where no one goes hungry.
Event: Zero Hunger 5K Walk
Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Andrew Haydon Park, Ottawa, Ontario
Lace up your walking shoes and join us at Andrew Haydon Park on August 22. Together, we can create a future where everyone has access to healthy, nutritious food.
Every step matters.

Visit Cornerstone at the Elgin Street Market
2026-08-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Ontario
Spend Sunday, August 23rd with us at the Elgin Street Market and stop by our table!
Our team will be there to tell you more about our programs and services, the impact we’re making in our community, and the many ways you can get involved.
Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Boushey Square – 211-A Waverley Street at Elgin, Ottawa, ON
The Elgin Street Market is a seasonal outdoor market that brings together local farmers, artisans, makers, and community organizations every Sunday throughout the summer. It’s a wonderful opportunity to shop local, meet your neighbours, and discover organizations making a positive impact across Ottawa.
We hope to see you there!

Capital Pride Parade
2026-08-30 13:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Cornerstone Housing for Women is proud to be participating in the 2026 Ottawa Capital Pride Parade, and we’d love for you to join us!
📅 Sunday, August 30, 2026
🕐 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Centretown, Ottawa
Come cheer us on as we celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the strength of Ottawa’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community. At Cornerstone, we are committed to creating safe, welcoming, and affirming spaces for women and gender-diverse people, and we’re proud to stand in solidarity at this year’s parade.
Mark your calendars, bring your pride, and celebrate with us!

Ottawa, the real surreal: a poetry crawl
2026-09-12 13:30 - 15:30 | Ontario
Join us for this free event sponsored by the League of Canadian Poets featuring Manahil Bandukwala, Ellen Chang-Richardson, Amanda Earl, rob mclennan to celebrate the LCP’s 60th anniversary.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Event details: http://tinyurl.com/ottawatherealsurreal
Attendees will move between four stops, spending approximately 15–20 minutes at each location. Each poet will share readings and reflections at every stop.
Event Route:
📍 Book Bazaar
417 Bank Street
📍 Happy Goat / Staples
403 Bank Street
📍 The Great Canadian Poutinerie
311 Bank Street
📍 Perfect Books
258A Elgin Street
Funds raised through this poetry crawl will support Cornerstone, helping provide shelter, housing, meals, and supportive services for women and gender-diverse people in our community.
Donations can also be made directly to Cornerstone:
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For questions or more information, contact:
Amanda Earl – amanda@amandaearl.com

Cornerstone Fest 2026
2026-09-18 11:00 - 18:00 | 44 Eccles Street, 44 Eccles Street, Ottawa, Ontario
Cornerstone Fest 2026
Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and join us on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m for Cornerstone Fest 2026—a free, family-friendly community celebration that brings neighbours, partners, supporters, and residents together for a day of connection, entertainment, and community spirit.
📍 Location: Back parking lot of 44 Eccles Street, Ottawa, ON
🎟️ Admission: Free and open to everyone

Throughout the day, you will enjoy a free community BBQ, browse our resident bake sale and resident art and craft sale, connect with organizations at our community resource fair, and take in live entertainment.
Families can also enjoy games and children’s activities, making Cornerstone Fest a welcoming event for all ages. Come for the fun, stay for the community!
We are proud of the community organizations that will be on-site to share information and connect with attendees. Participating partners include Ottawa Police Service, Ottawa Paramedic Service, Ottawa Fire Services, 211 Ontario, ANCOR, The Royal, Respect Rx, St. Luke’s Table & The Well, Dress for Success Ottawa, Heart Hub, the Sexual Health Clinic, Ottawa Public Library, Minwaashin Lodge, the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA), and many more.

Strike for Shelter
2026-09-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Merivale Bowling Centre, 1916 Merivale Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K2G 1E8, Canada
Join Cornerstone Housing for Women’s Young Professional Advisory Board (YPAB) for our inaugural Strike for Shelter—a fun-filled evening of bowling, friendly competition, and community connection in support of Cornerstone.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
6:00–9:00 p.m.
Merivale Bowling Centre, Ottawa
Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and get ready to hit the lanes! Teams will compete in a friendly bowling tournament for the chance to be crowned the Strike for Shelter Champions.
Whether you’re an experienced bowler or simply looking for a fun night out while supporting a great cause, everyone is welcome.
Register for Strike for Shelter
All proceeds support Cornerstone Housing for Women and our work providing shelter, supportive housing, meals, and compassionate care to women and gender-diverse people in Ottawa.

Race to End Homelessness 2026
2026-09-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Pine View Golf Course, 1471 Blair Road, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Turn your steps into solutions and join the movement to end homelessness in Ottawa.
Cornerstone Housing for Women is proud to be part of the Race to End Homelessness, a community-driven run/walk organized by the Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa.
Sunday, September 27, 2026
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Pine View Golf Course
1471 Blair Road, Ottawa, ON
You can choose from three race options:
1K Walk – a family-friendly option for all ages
5K Run/Walk – challenge yourself while supporting housing solutions
10K Run – take on a longer distance for a meaningful cause
Join Team Cornerstone
Choose Cornerstone Housing for Women as your charity partner and help support our mission of providing emergency shelter, supportive housing, and community for women and gender-diverse people in Ottawa.
Register for the Race to End Homelessness:
https://www.radraces.com/e/1000082/race-to-end-homelessness
Donate to Cornerstone through the Race to End Homelessness:
https://www.radraces.com/e/1000082/race-to-end-homelessness-2026/donate
Together, we can take steps toward a future where everyone has a place to call home.

Purple Tie Gala 2026
2026-10-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Delta Hotel Ballroom, Ottawa, 101 Lyon St. N, ON, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 5T9, Canada
Cornerstone’s Purple Tie Gala Returns for Its Eighth Year!
We are thrilled to be back at the Delta Hotel Ballroom for this year’s Purple Tie Gala! The evening will feature delicious bites, handcrafted cocktails, live music, exciting auction items, and plenty of opportunities to mingle with friends and supporters in a lively cocktail-style atmosphere.
Details
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Venue: Delta Hotel Ballroom, 101 Lyon Street North, Ottawa
Dress Code: Cocktail Attire (Purple encouraged!)
TICKETS: https://auctria.events/purpletiegala/
BUY-A-BRICK
Each brick represents more than a donation.
It helps build the foundation for stable housing, compassionate support, and a path forward for women rebuilding their lives. Buy a brick for $25 to support women as they move from the crisis of homelessness to the stability of housing. The impact can be seen right before your eyes as you add your personalized brick to our house display at the gala, symbolizing the difference your support makes. Buy a Brick today!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
SPONSORSHIP
Interested in Sponsoring? See our 2026 Purple Tie Gala Sponsorship Package Below:
Sponsorship details

Should you have questions or want to discuss other ways of supporting this event or Cornerstone Housing for Women, please do not hesitate to contact:
Chris O’Gorman
Director of Fundraising
613-254-6584 Ext.528 (Office)
613-986-6457 (Cell)
chris.ogorman@cornerstonewomen.ca

Cuisine for a Cause with Joe Thottungal of Coconut Lagoon
2026-11-07 16:00 - 19:00 | St. John’s Church, 325 Sandhill Rd, Kanata, Ontario, K2K 1X7, Canada
Join us for Cuisine for a Cause, a special evening featuring award-winning chef Joe Thottungal, founder of Coconut Lagoon and Thali, in support of Cornerstone Housing for Women.
Chef Joe will lead an engaging Masterclass cuisine demonstration, sharing the vibrant flavours, traditions, and culinary secrets of Kerala and South Indian cuisine. The evening will conclude with a luxurious multi-course Kerala-inspired benefit dinner, paired with a traditional beverage.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Location: St. John’s Church
325 Sandhill Road, Kanata, ON K2K 1X7
Eventbrite : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuisine-for-a-cause-a-culinary-journey-for-cornerstone-housing-for-women-tickets-1985416706816
Tickets : Get yours today
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Chef Joe is an award-winning chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, and philanthropist who has made a lasting contribution to Ottawa’s food and charitable communities. He was named 2022 Newsmaker of the Year by the Ottawa Business Journal and Ottawa Board of Trade and is a recipient of the Order of Ottawa.
