Vibrant OrKidstra donor and current volunteer Sylvia Gazsi-Gill has been a steadfast supporter of OrKidstra since its very beginning in 2007, when the organization was just starting to take shape….
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AboutMaking A Difference
Our mission is to empower kids and build community through the universal language of music.
We carry out this mission by giving children from equity-deserving communities free instruments, along with free group and individual music lessons. This gives children the chance to grow important life skills such as respect, compassion, teamwork, and responsibility through singing and playing music together.
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of OrKidstra graduates have completed high school and gone on to post-secondary education
%
of students participate for free
students and counting
equity-deserving neighbourhoods
ProgramsFree Instruments and Instruction
OrKidstra’s programs serve low-income Ottawa communities and most kids participate for free. We believe this kind of accessibility breaks down barriers and allows our children to try something they couldn’t have dreamt of before – including instruments from triangle to trombone!
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SupportHelp Change A Child's Future
In Ottawa, financial constraints, cultural differences, language barriers, settlement difficulties, and other systemic barriers leave thousands of children without the opportunity to learn and benefit from music making. You can help create a future where all children and youth have the opportunity to find their voice and build their potential through music.
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CAMP OrKidstra 2025 was a joyful success, running from July 3–11, 2025, and packed with music, mentorship, and summer fun! The first two days of the day camp welcomed our…
Click on the links below to check out news stories featuring OrKidstra, including TV, radio, online, print, and more! 2024-2025 Season: OrKidstra wins Music Educator of the Year at the…
