Renfrew County

We care about Renfrew County—and we know you do, too.

Local love fuels us to tackle the greatest challenges facing our community. Together with our supporters and partners—people who love where they live and want to make a difference—we can break down barriers, improves lives, and create opportunities for individuals and families in Renfrew County.

Our efforts are backed by a commitment to 100% local impact. This means funds raised locally are put to work to help those most in need – right here, in the heart of the Ottawa Valley.

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Conquering local issues

Spanning nearly 8,000 square kilometres, the County of Renfrew is known for its beautiful rural scenery and vibrant local neighbourhoods. From the outskirts of Ottawa to the northern tip of Algonquin Park, the Renfrew County office works with community partners to strengthen the social fabric of our region.

Thanks to the generosity of our incredible donors, we support the most vulnerable people in our community. This includes at-risk preschoolers and youth, families living in poverty, isolated seniors, and individuals struggling with mental health issues.

Latest news and stories

Community Update
Back to school
Small but mighty
Jenn and Rebecca

Community Update: A bold approach to autumn
All Communities
The COVID-19 Community Response Table renews its mission to tackle the biggest issues facing our communities during the pandemic. We discuss the challenges we’ve seen come to light over the summer months, and our priorities for the future.
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Back-to-school support calls for a holistic approach
All Communities
As families prepare to send their children back to school or adopt remote learning, we must support vulnerable children and their parents holistically during this transition.
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Giving kids in rural communities opportunities to thrive
Renfrew County
This community resource centre in Renfrew County ensures youth have access to the connections, opportunities, supports, and services they need to reach their full potential.
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Supporting families in rural communities through COVID-19
Renfrew County
Through virtual one-on-one, grief, trauma, and group therapy, residents in need can continue to access the mental health services they need as they navigate the impacts of the pandemic.
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Events

October 8, 2020

All Communities

A Disruptive Dialogue with Women United

Join Women United for a bold conversation examining the gendered impact of COVID-19 and our community’s response.

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Advisory Council

Doug Tennant, Chair
Retired, CNL

Betty Gauthier
Retired, Bell Canada/United Way Ottawa

Doug Steeves
Retired, AECL

Leslie Fleury
Director, Business Operations, CNL

Jamie Bramburger
Manager of Community and Student Affairs, Algonquin College Waterfront Campus

Making a difference

United Way East Ontario

We know the local issues we address don’t start or end at geographic borders—and conquering them demands the force of our entire region. By bringing people and resources together from across the communities we serve, United Way East Ontario harnesses the strength needed to address systemic challenges, raise support and advocate for change.