ELLWOOD HOUSE EXTENSION CAMPAIGN
Building 38 New Affordable Homes
for Seniors in Ottawa
Ellwood House has provided safe, affordable housing for independent seniors since 1989. Now, we are expanding so more seniors can age with dignity, stability, and a sense of community.
Government support has brought the project this far. Community support is now essential to complete the vision.
A Proven Home. A New Chapter.
Since 1989, Ellwood House has helped independent seniors live with dignity, stability, and a sense of community. This extension builds on that legacy.
Since 1989
Serving independent seniors in Ottawa
38 New Apartments
Including 6 barrier-free units
Extension Fully Funded
Community fundraising now supports renovations
ABOUT ELLWOOD HOUSE
More Than Housing.
A Place to Belong.
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Help Renew Ellwood House.
The Ellwood House Extension is fully funded. Our fundraising campaign now focuses on renovating and furnishing the shared spaces in the existing Ellwood House.
Your gift will help renovate the tenant lounge and its accessible kitchen, enlarge the outdoor patio, create a larger office, and provide new furniture and appliances.
These welcoming shared spaces will help current tenants and the 38 new households come together as one tenant community.
"The addition of 38 new homes at Ellwood House marks an important milestone in expanding affordable housing options for Ottawa's seniors in our community, allowing them to continue living independently and age with dignity. Thank you to all partners whose collaboration made this milestone possible. I look forward to welcoming new residents to Ellwood House and seeing the positive impact this extension will have in our community for years to come."
SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
With Gratitude to Councillor Marty Carr
We extend our sincere gratitude to Councillor Marty Carr for her steadfast support of Ellwood House. From the very beginning, she has been a dedicated advocate helping overcome challenges and championing the need for more affordable, accessible housing for seniors in our community.
Her leadership, persistence, and commitment have helped move this project forward during critical moments. We are deeply grateful for her partnership, generosity, and unwavering dedication to building a stronger, more inclusive Ottawa.
Thank you, Marty, for standing with Ellwood House, believing in our vision, and helping make this important milestone possible.
VOICES OF SUPPORT
Community Leaders Stand Behind the Ellwood House Extension
The groundbreaking ceremony marked more than the start of construction. It marked a shared commitment to addressing the growing need for affordable housing for seniors in Ottawa.
"Projects like Ellwood house make their communities better, and better communities benefit us all. Our government is proud to have been a part of making this happen."
"Affordable and accessible housing for seniors is a priority for our city. These new homes at Ellwood House will allow older adults to remain in their community, live independently, and age with dignity in a safe and supportive environment."
"I have lived here for over 6 years and am so thankful that there is affordable seniors housing like Ellwood House. The building is in a quiet community and everyone around here is so friendly."
"Investing in Affordable Housing is an investment in individual and societal health."
WHY THIS FUNDRAISER MATTERS
Because staying home shouldn't be a privilege.
Housing
Stability
Your gift helps seniors remain safely housed in the community they know.
Accessibility
Upgrades
Support helps create homes that are safer, easier to navigate, and more inclusive.
Long-Term
Sustainability
Donations help protect Ellwood House’s mission for future generations.
A home is more than walls
For an older adult, a safe home can mean independence, dignity, stability, and a sense of community.
Your support helps make that possible.
TRUST & TRANSPARENCY
Where Your Gift Goes
Your donation directly supports renovations and furnishings in the existing Ellwood House, helping create welcoming shared spaces where the 38 new households and current tenants can come together as one tenant community.
Your gift helps fund:
- Tenant lounge and accessible kitchen
- Larger outdoor patio
- Larger office
- Furniture and appliances
No hidden complexity. Just lasting impact.
Help Someone Stay Where They Belong
A home is dignity.
A home is independence.
A home is community.
Your gift helps protect that.