Tag Archives: Ottawa youth


Hi. I’m Jordan…

… a social service worker retired from active duty. For 10 years, I focused most of my work around youth services, dealing with addictions, trauma, and the gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, and queer (GLBTTQ) youth community. I also grew up, and came out, in Ottawa. Continue reading

Odyssey Theatre at Strathcona Park

Eight local youth have taken over Strathcona Park. As Odyssey Theatre apprentices, their mission is to explore the world of Ottawa’s professional masked theatre company. And they’re also helping Odyssey present a new production called The Financier (Turcaret), starting July … Continue reading

Okay to be Gay?

Local GLBTTQ youth leaders tell it like it is
By: Jordan Kent-Baas Continue reading

Ottawa Spotlight: Track Star Larissa Brown

As a track star, 19-year-old Larissa Brown has accomplished incredible feats despite considerable challenges. Here’s the scoop on this inspiring Ottawa youth. Continue reading