This June, Team Ottawa is proud to be heading back to Duquesa in the Dominican Republic.

Alongside our partners at Community Empowerment and RUSH University, a committed group of Ottawa-based volunteers will offer vital primary healthcare services to families living in the Duquesa landfill community—one of the largest landfill sites globally. The area is home to many Haitian migrant families who navigate extreme living conditions and significant barriers to healthcare.

By working hand in hand with community members, our team aims to provide not only medical care, but also dignity, understanding, and solidarity to a population that is too often unseen. At the core of this work is a commitment to equity, compassion, and the fundamental right to healthcare for all.

We welcome your support as we continue building meaningful connections and delivering care where it’s needed most. Just click the name of the person you would like to support to see their personal fundraising page and make a donation. Thank you in advance for your generosity!