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CCOC NewsNotes:
October 2019
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NewsNotes is written and published by CCOC's Membership and Communications Department. Your comments, submissions and suggestions are welcome. The deadline for submission is the 15th of the month.
Call Adella Khan at 613-234-4065 ext. 239 or send an email. |
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VOTE Housing on October 21
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Ottawa's next federal election is on October 21. Decisions made by the government affect our every day lives.
Our federal government provides funding for important services like affordable housing and transit.
They set the standards that shape the country and can take steps to reduce poverty, increase quality of life, and tackle the climate crisis.
Most important, the federal government is accountable to every citizen. Leading up to the federal election, listen to what each party is saying about affordable housing and other issues you care about.
To vote in the federal election, you must:
• be a Canadian citizen
• be at least 18 years old on election day
• prove your identity and address
There are many ways to prove your identity and address, no matter what type of identification you have. You can vote using just a driver’s license or with a combination of identification such as a utility bill and a student card.
If you don’t have any ID or a permanent address, you can still vote! A friend or neighbour can vouch for you.
Voting is an important way to make your voice heard! If you need any accessibility accommodations to vote or have questions about voting, please contact Elections Canada at 1-800-463-6868.
More information on voting, including a full list of accepted proof of identification can be found at elections.ca.
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We're hiring for three positions
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Building Cleaner (2)
CCOC is looking for two motivated and detail-oriented Building Cleaners to keep our buildings in the best possible shape for our tenants.
Are you the right fit for our team? Our ideal candidate has some cleaning experience, a G class license, and access to a reliable vehicle. Preference will be given to candidates with personal or professional experience with marginalized communities.
Does this sound like you? Apply to be our next Building Cleaner today! CCOC is a progressive employer of choice that values diversity, collaboration, inclusive and open decision-making, innovation, creativity, and sustainability in all that we do.
Compensation: Starting between $33,974 – $37,749, with a maximum compensation of $41,524 plus benefits, including OMERS pension.
Application deadline: 12:00pm Monday, September 30, 2019
Click here for a full job description.
Director, Facilities Management
Are you the kind of person who can lead strong high performing teams? Can you keep calm and focused under unpredictable circumstances? Are you dedicated to customer service and continuous improvement? You might be the right person to lead our Facilities Management Department.
CCOC is a community-based, tenant- and member-directed, non-profit housing organization whose mission is to create, maintain and promote housing for low and moderate income people. We operate 52 properties that provide homes for almost 1600 households. CCOC values diversity, collaboration, inclusive and open decision-making, innovation, creativity and sustainability.
Compensation: Starting wage between $77,420.04 and $91,082.94, based on experience and qualifications. Maximum compensation for this position is $104,744.82.
Benefits: Extended health care, dental and eyewear, OMERS pension.
Application: Apply before 4:00 pm, Wednesday October 23 with a cover letter and resume to hiring@ccochousing.org. Interviews will be scheduled for November 6 and 7.
Preference will be given to candidates with skills in additional languages, and candidates with personal or professional experience with marginalized communities.
Click here for a full job description.
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Thanksgiving - Office Closed
Le bureau de CCOC sera fermé le lundi, 14 octobre pour l'Action de grâce.
Le bureau sera ouvert à 9h00 le mardi, 15 octobre.
The CCOC office will be closed on Monday, October 14 for Thanksgiving.
We will re-open at 9:00 am on Tuesday, October 15.
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Halloween in CCOC Buildings
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CCOC has decorations to lend to tenants interested in decorating their building's lobby. We also have some funds for tenant gatherings to celebrate seasonal events.
If you're interested in decorating your lobby, or organizing a tenant gathering or treat giving, contact Hannah by email or by calling 613-234-4065 ext. 241. |
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Turning on the heat
CCOC turns the heat on in late September/ early October. In the larger buildings, it can take a few days for the boiler system to build up enough heat to start distributing it to each of the apartments.
Locking up the roof decks
For safety reasons, CCOC locks the doors to the roof decks the last week of October. The roof decks will re-open in the spring once all of the snow and ice have melted.
Turning off outdoor taps
If you have an outdoor tap, shut off the water to the outside tap from the pipe shut-off inside, then drain the line by turning on the outside tap.
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Mettant le chauffage
CCOC met le chauffage en marche à la fin de septembre/ au début d'octobre. Dans les édifices plus larges, il faudra quelques jours pour que le système de chaudière produise suffisamment de chaleur pour commencer à la distribuer à chaque appartement.
Verrouillage des terrasses sur le toit
Pour des raisons de sécurité, CCOC verrouille les portes de la toiture la dernière semaine d'octobre. Les terrasses sur le toit ouvriront à nouveau au printemps lorsque la neige et la glace ont fondu.
Fermer les robinets extérieurs
Si vous avez un robinet extérieur, fermez l'eau à ce robinet du tuyau d'arrêt intérieur, puis vidangez la conduite en ouvrant à nouveau le robinet extérieur.
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On August 25, CCOC marched in the Pride Parade and celebrated with our community! We wanted to let our tenants and the Ottawa community know we are proud to be an inclusive landlord. We also wanted to honour the history of our staff, tenants, and volunteers who have always ensured that CCOC is a landlord for everyone.
Keep your eyes on the CCOC blog and social media to learn more about these stories.
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Olu Ademeso joins CCOC as our newest General. He has a wealth of experience working in property management for 13 years internationally. Olu is excited to be a part of a diverse organization that values sustainability. He's excited to learn more about non-profits and affordable housing. Welcome, Olu!
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Thanks, Preston Hardware!
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CCOC gives each new tenant a Welcome Kit when they move in. The kits include a recycling bag, toilet plunger, toilet paper, baking soda for green cleaning, and lots of information to help tenants go green and to find their way around their new neighbourhood.
Preston Hardware generously sponsors these welcome kits by donating free plungers to CCOC.
Preston Hardware, located at 248 Preston Street, has been in business since 1945. It is one of the main suppliers for CCOC's Facilities Management Department, and is within walking and cycling distance or a short bus ride for the majority of CCOC tenants. They are open Monday through Saturday.
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Did you know CCOC is on Instagram? This is the spot to connect with your CCOC community.
We're sharing stories of our staff and tenants with a #HumansOfCCOC series, giving updates on our growing gardens and new additions to the Plant Day giveaways (#GardensOfCCOC), busting myths about affordable housing, sharing our history, and so much more!
Follow us to stay connected with your CCOC community and keep an eye out for some sweet giveaways!
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CCOC Committee Meeting Schedule
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During our renovations, please call 613-234-4065 ext. 0 to confirm meeting locations.
Note: CCOC will pay taxi fare and family care for committee members attending meetings.
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Tenant & Community Engagement: no October meeting, November 18 at 7:00 pm
Development Committee: October 8 and November 12 at 7:00 pm
Facilities Management Committee: October TBD and November 21 at 7:00 pm
Rental Committee: October 15 and November 19 at 7:00 pm
Finance Committee: October TBD and November 21 at 7:00 pm
Policy, Research & Advocacy Committee: October 16 and November 20 at 7:00 pm
Board: October 31 and November 28 at 7:00 pm
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