Dec 12 · Gathering
Winter Monthly Gathering
Heron Road Community Centre
Free entry
Community Organization · Ottawa, since 1998
A home away from home for Palestinian families in Ottawa.
JCSO is a family-based community organization keeping Palestinian Canadian heritage alive — through gatherings, celebrations, mutual support, and the next generation of tatreez, tables, and traditions.
Dec12 Next upWinter Monthly Gathering25+Years serving Ottawa
400+Families connected
8Signature annual events
100%Volunteer-run
Who we are
Built by families, for families.
Jerusalem Community Services of Ontario is a family-based community organization promoting Palestinian Canadians' heritage in the National Capital Region. From Eid celebrations to summer BBQs, tournaments to cultural festivals, we create the spaces where our community gathers, celebrates, and looks out for one another.
- Heritage firstkeeping Palestinian traditions alive for the next generation.
- Family supportconnecting families and standing together in times of need.
- Open communityevery event welcomes newcomers and old friends alike.
Programs & services
Something for every generation
Gatherings, youth and cultural programs, sports and community support for families of Palestinian heritage in Ottawa.
Community Connections and Leadership Hub
A place to connect, share knowledge and grow as community leaders.
Family and Community Gatherings
Dinners, Eid celebrations, BBQs and get-togethers for the whole family.
Youth Programs
Programs that help young people connect, learn and lead.
Volunteer Leadership Program
Develop leadership skills while serving your community.
Cultural Heritage Programs
Keeping Palestinian heritage alive — tatreez, food, music, dabke and traditions.
Sports and Recreation
Tournaments, games and active get-togethers for all ages.
Community Support and Referrals
Mutual support and referrals to services in Ottawa.
Program Registration
Register for JCSO programs and events.
Relive the moments
Two decades of gathering together
Annual dinners, Eid celebrations, summer tents, and tournaments — browse the memories.
Membership
Become a member
Membership keeps JCSO independent and gives your family more of what we do.
Give back
Your donation keeps our community connected.
Every contribution helps us host events, support families in need, and preserve Palestinian heritage in Ottawa for the next generation.
Your gift supports
- Family gatherings and celebrations
- Youth and sports programs
- Palestinian cultural heritage
- Community support
Stay in the loop
Join our mailing list
Get event invitations and community news straight to your inbox.
Get involved
Run by our community, for our community
JCSO is 100% volunteer-run. Find the way to take part that fits you.
Become a volunteer
JCSO is 100% volunteer-run. Lend a hand at our events, cultural programs and family support — a few hours make a real difference.
Apply to volunteerBecome a member
Members get early access to tickets, member pricing and a voice in our annual meeting.
See membership plansJoin a committee
Contribute your experience, ideas and skills to JCSO’s work.
Explore committeesPartner or sponsor
Help make our gatherings and youth programs possible.
Work with us