Homing The Homeless March

100 + People. One Winter. Housing the Unhoused in Ottawa.

Homing The Homeless March is a winter awareness and action campaign to raise funds and support to house 10 unhoused individuals in Ottawa from December 2026 to April 2027 in the critical winter months, while providing reintegration services to help them transition off the street.

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What Your Support Makes Possible

Winter shelter for 10 unhoused individuals
Daily food and meal programs* Free cell phones (3 - 6 months)
Clothing, hygiene, and essentials
Haircuts and personal care
Volunteer placement opportunities
Reintegration consultations (housing, work, services)

How the March Works

Supporters sign up as businesses or individuals
Funds are raised through monthly commitments, upfront contributions, and fundraising
Community sponsors provide housing, food, and services
Participants march through Ottawa during winter to raise awareness
Funds and sponsorships directly support unhoused individuals during winter months

For Businesses & Organizations

Businesses can support the March by committing financially, walking in the march, or sponsoring a participant.

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Once there are plans available for purchase, you'll see them here.

No plans available

Once there are plans available for purchase, you'll see them here.

No plans available

Once there are plans available for purchase, you'll see them here.

For Individuals & Community Members

Individuals can join the march, fundraise, and rally support from friends, family, and workplaces.

No plans available

Once there are plans available for purchase, you'll see them here.

Individual Fundraising Recognition Tiers

Social media shout-out

Name listed on website

Event recognition + digital certificate

On-site recognition during livestream + featured spotlight

Sponsorship & Community Partnerships

We are seeking sponsors and service partners to support the final initiative that helps individuals transition off the street and back into society.

Housing / Shelter Providers* Hotels & Landlords
Rehab & Recovery Centers
Food & Meal Program Sponsors
Restaurants & Catering
Barbers & Hair Stylists
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Spas & Wellness Services
Clothing & Retail
Telecom (phones / data)
Transportation
Other (open text field)

Sponsorship Inquiry Form

The March

Takes place during winter
Route includes ByWard Market, downtown Ottawa, and areas with high homelessness visibility
Ends near capital landmarks
March will be live-streamed

Divided We Fall, United We Rise Above

This is more than a donation.It’s shelter. Warmth. Dignity. A way forward.