The Lowertown Community Resource Centre is holding its AGM tonight from 5-7 pm in the Common Room of the Friel Residence, 240 Friel Street. All are welcome!

Le Centre de ressources communautaires de la Basse-Ville tiens son AGA ce soir entre 17h et 19h dans la Salle Commune de la Résidence Friel, 240 rue Friel. Informations:

The LCA would like to Welcome its incoming 2017-2018 Executive Board:

President: Liz Bernstein
First Vice-President: John Chenier
Second Vice-President: Thierry Harris
Treasurer: Ted Lawrence
Secretary: Vacant
Planning Director: Peter Ferguson
Community Safety Director: Sandra Milton
Heritage Director: Liz MacKenzie
Housing/Homelessness Director: Catherine Hacksel
Business Liaison Director: Vacant

Here is a link to our Annual Report:

Participate in a guided walking tour to celebrate Ottawa's diversity during Welcoming Ottawa Week 2017. The tours take place between June 20-30 and are free of charge! Sign up to a tour here:
http://olip-plio.ca/heritage-walks/
Participez dans une visite guidée à pied dans le cadre de la Semaine d'accueil à Ottawa 2017. Les visites auront lieu du 20 au 30 juin et sonts gratuites! Inscrivez vous ici: http://olip-plio.ca/fr/promenades-patrimoniales/

A huge thanks to all the community partners and business collaborators who contributed to making our AGM a great success! Special thanks to guest speaker Thomas Barber, Archie Campbell, our guest Chair,  and to all volunteers who helped out during the event. See you during the summer and make sure to attend our next meeting in September!

Un grand merci à tous nos partenaires communautaires pour avoir fait de notre assemblée annuelle un grand succès! Bravo Basse-Ville!

Community Groups:
Groupes Communautaires:

Ottawa Police Service
Centre de services Guigues
Centre de resources Communautaire de la Basse-Ville
Sheppard's of Good Hope
Ecology Ottawa
Ottawa Public Library
Lowertown East Resident's association
Crime Prevention Ottawa

Silent Auction / encan silencieux / Partners / partenaires:

Cylie Artisans Chocolatiers
Daya Organic Spa
C'est Bon Cooking
Lococina
L'Hexagon
Wunderkammer
All Dolled Up
Lowertown Canning Company
Food provided by: Syrian Kitchen

North Dalhousie Merchants support the Lowertown Community Association Silent Auction for gifts at the LCA AGM June 13th 5:30-8:30pm at the Jules Morin Pavillion:

Silent Auction Partners include:

Cylie Artisans Chocolatiers
Daya Organic Spa
C'est Bon Cooking
Lococina
L'Hexagon
Wunderkammer
All Dolled Up
Lowertown Canning Company
Ottawa Public Library
 
Food at the event is provided by:

Syrian Kitchen (48 Nelson Street)

Cylie Artisans Chocolatiers (204 Dalhousie)
Cylie is the story of Cyril and Leslie.  Their love for each other and passion they share in what they do is reflected in each piece of artisanal chocolate that is crafted by hand in their shop.   
Pastry Day - A special day once a month where Chef Cyril makes a variety of fine pastries - join the mailing list to be notified of the next one! info@cyliechocolat.com
Gift pack includes: Earl Grey Organic Tea, Yellow Flower Mug & Japanese Tea Bags for Loose Leaf Tea + $25 Gift Card (Value: $50)
 
Daya Organic Spa (200 Dalhousie)
Daya Organic Spa & Wellbeing Boutique is Ottawa’s wholly organic, full-service spa. We use only high-quality organic, botanical, and natural products that we have personally researched and tested – and we deliver our exceptional services in a sustainable and chemical-free spa environment.
A gift pack Includes: Eminence Age Corrective Essential Duo, Brush, Rue de Marli  - Room Spray, Foaming Bath, Bath Salts,  (Value $50)
 
C'est Bon Cooking (208 Dalhousie)
Our mission is to help people learn the secrets of the culinary arts and discover the richness of the National Capital Region’s food partners, producers and artisans, all in a pleasant and memorable ambiance that only C’est Bon Cooking can offer.
Food Tour for 2 (Value $100)
 
Lococina (207 Dalhousie)
LOCOCINA is an Ottawa based line of women's fashion that specializes in natural fabrics and edgy yet timeless designs.
Led by Elena Jones & Mila Mumu LOCOCINA was launched in 2011 and has been gaining popularity ever since.
The brand's collections have been showcased in Canada & Europe at Fashion Weeks, where the brand has a loyal following.
All LOCOCINA merchandise is manufactured at the company's atelier in Ottawa, Canada.
Gift Card for $25
 
Wunderkammer (234 Dalhousie)
Wunderkammer is a magical jewelry, gift and accessories store created by Canadian jewelry artists Tamara Steinborn and Nathan Dubo. Featured are in-house jewelry lines Frug (vintage/costume), Russe (pared down, sleek costume) & Tamara Steinborn Jewelry (sterling silver/14k gold fill/semi-precious` stones/bronze casting). Bringing more than a decade each of research, design and artist experience as the owners of Canadian jewellery wholesale design house, 'Frug', the pair aim to expand into new mediums and to share some of their hand-picked favourite lines from around the world. 
Gift Card for $50
 
 
L'Hexagon (252 Dalhousie)
Our goal is to offer Ottawa and Gatineau a men’s a clothing store where they can find the best selection of modern men's suits and shirts in the city in a relaxed and casual atmosphere.
We search far and wide to find unique brands that offer great style, great quality and great value.
From styling advice, to tailoring and made-to-measure, we can take care of all your clothing needs in one simple stop.
$50 Gift Card
 
 
All Dolled Up (254 Dalhousie)
All Dolled Up is a unique women's clothing and accessory store. It specializes in anything funky, different, unique, and girly. All Dolled Up is perfect for young women and women who are young at heart. It is a perfect boutique if you like to play dress up, and stand out in a crowd. 
$25 Gift Card
 
 
Also:
Lowertown Canning Company
The Lowertown Canning Company produces small batch preserves using locally sourced ingredients. They have donated a basket of their delicious preserves.   http://www.lowertowncanning.com/

Ottawa Public Library
The Ottawa public library will be donating some books and a gift bag for the silent auction.

Come by our Annual meeting this June 13, 5:30pm at the Jules Morin Pavillion (near Patro pool). Hear from local community groups, Our special Guest Speaker Thomas Barber our elected officials and pickup a free tree from Ecology Ottawa! Details below

Venez nous voir pour notre Assemblé Annuelle le 13 juin 17h30 au Pavillion Jules Morin (près du centre Patro). Rencontrez d'autres groupes communautaires, notre conférencier invité M. Thomas Barber, nos élus officiels et obtenez un arbre gratuit d'Ecology Ottawa! Details ci-dessous:

Community Groups confirmed so far include:
Groupes Communautaires qui ont confirmé leur présence jusqu'à date:

Ottawa Police Service
Centre de services Guigues
Centre de resources Communautaire de la Basse-Ville
Sheppard's of Good Hope
Ecology Ottawa
Ottawa Public Library
Lowertown East Resident's association
Crime Prevention Ottawa

Silent Auction Partners include:

Cylie Artisans Chocolatiers
Daya Organic Spa
C'est Bon Cooking
Lococina
L'Hexagon
Wunderkammer
All Dolled Up
Lowertown Canning Company

Vu l’incident critique des fusillades mortelles qui ont eu lieu dans la nuit de vendredi à samedi (2-3 juin, 2017) dans le marché By, le CRCBV  offrira aux résidents de rencontrer une de leurs intervenantes pour en parler. Karine, intervenante, sera disponible à rencontrer les résidents à partir du Centre des Services Guigues (159 Murray) ce jeudi entre 13-16h. Si vous êtes résident de la Basse-Ville et vous avez de la difficulté émotivement face à cette situation (craintes, stress, anxiété, etc), nous vous invitons d’en discuter directement avec Karine soit en personne (vous présentez à la réception) ou par téléphone au 613-241-1266. Pour plus d’informations sur le Centre de ressources communautaires de la Basse-Ville, consultez notre site web au : crcbv.ca.
 
 
Last weekend, there was a shooting in the Byward Market (June 3, 2017) that resulted in two deaths. A Lowertown Community Resource Centre's crisis worker, Karine, will be available this Thursday from 1:00-4:00 at the Centre des Services Guigues (159 Murray) to meet Lowertown residents that need emotional support (stress, worries, anxiety, etc) in relation to this incident. You can reach her directly on site by giving your name at the reception or reach her through their phone number: 613- 241-1266 (Centre Services Guigues).  You can find more information about the Lowertown Community Resource Center on our web site at: crcbv.ca

Below are contact numbers for other support groups in the community. Ci-dessous sont plus de contact communautaires afin de supporter la population.

The once-a-year event, Doors Open Ottawa, is this coming weekend. Seventeen Lowertown locations are participating, including the historic Wallis House on Rideau Street. To plan your walking or cycling route, click on the link below the photo to see the interactive map listing all Doors Open locations in the city. #MyLowertown #MaBasseVille. Information below:

http://maps.ottawa.ca/GeoOttawaLite/?appid=07dad31dad094069af44b00744d94efb

http://ottawa.ca/cgi-bin/doors/2017.pl?lang=en

http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/arts-heritage-and-culture/museums-and-historic-sites/doors-open-ottawa

Venez rencontrer vos voisins lors de la fête de la Basse-Ville! Comme meet your neighbours during the Lowertown Celebration! Event this Saturday May 27th at Jules Morin Park from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Détails ci-dessous:

C'est le temps de notre réunion mensuelle! It's time for our LCA monthly meeting! Every month the Lowertown Community Association meets at Centre Routhier, 172 Guigues av. All residents are welcome to the meeting to discuss life in Lowertown, catch up with old friends and make new ones! Tous les résidents sont invités à participer aux réunions mensuelle de l'Association Communautaire de la Basse-Ville afin de discuter de la Basse-Ville et faire des rencontres avec ses résidents!  Voici l'ordre du jour ci-dessous. Here is the Agenda below: