Celebrating 40 Years of Community, Care, and Compassion
Join Us in Honoring Our Legacy and Building Our Future Together.
Join Us for Our
40th Anniversary Celebration
In addition to our 40th-anniversary celebration, we have exciting events planned throughout the year. From community gatherings to educational workshops, there's always something happening at UHO. Visit our EventBrite page to stay updated on upcoming events and join us in the festivities.
Event Highlights
Special Performances
Enjoy live music, engaging performances and heartwarming speeches.
Delicious Food
Indulge in a delectable array of refreshments and culinary delights.
Memories and Milestones
Reflect and celebrate the journey of UHO over the past 40 years.
Fun For All Ages
Enjoy quality time with friends and loved ones.
Upcoming Events
Honoring Our Generous Supporters
Unitarian House is a not-for-profit registered charity
Charity # 119276111RR0001
Discover Who We Are
Unitarian House of Ottawa is not just a residence; it's a vibrant community where seniors find comfort, companionship, and care. For four decades, we've been dedicated to providing affordable housing options for seniors, ensuring they can live with dignity and security. As a registered charity, our mission goes beyond just offering accommodation – we foster a sense of belonging and support for our residents.
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Unitarian House is a not-for-profit registered charity
Charity # 119276111RR0001
Unitarian House is a member of the Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA)
Unitarian House has been designated an Age-Friendly Community by the Council on Aging of Ottawa
40 Years of Service and Dedication
In 1984, Unitarian House of Ottawa opened its doors with a vision to create a welcoming environment for seniors seeking affordable housing options.
Over the years, we've grown and evolved, but our commitment to our residents and our community remains unwavering.
Join us as we reminisce on our journey, celebrating the milestones and memories that have shaped who we are today.
Unitarian House was built on a strong foundation of social responsibility, vision, determination, caring, a sense of humour and a dream.
1973
In 1973, the First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa gave top priority to an outreach program that would culminate in the building and operation of a senior citizen’s complex, with graduated social and medical care, affordable for seniors.
Our History
1975
In 1975 UHO was registered as a “not-for-profit corporation” with Registered Charity status.
After a decade of planning, funding was approved by CMHC and on March 27th 1983 the sod turning of Phase 1 of the housing and retirement living project took place.
1983
In the spring of 1984, the first residents moved into UHO.
1984
In 1986 and again in 1996, renovations were made to the residence, adding a recreation room and more retirement living suites.
1986-1996
In 2011, UHO upgraded its courtyard and added a covered entranceway, and in 2012 a new social and leisure room called the Courtyard Corner was designed with input from both residents and staff.
2011-2012
Unitarian House of Ottawa
20 Cleary Avenue
Ottawa, ON K2A 3Z9
613-722-6690