OCAPDD The Ottawa Carleton Association for Persons with Developmental Disabilities

OCAPDD The Ottawa Carleton Association for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Apr 14, 2026 12:30 PM
Anne Cole
OCAPDD The Ottawa Carleton Association for Persons with Developmental Disabilities

Introducer and thanker: Erin Ueffing

    A small overview about Anne

  • Over 25 years of leadership in community service and volunteer engagement in Ottawa
  • Key role at OCAPDD supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and strengthening volunteer programs
  • Widely respected for leadership in volunteering and involvement in community initiatives and fundraising
  • Certified First Aid Instructor with a strong focus on safety
  • Committed to service, inclusion, and community connection 
Bio:

Anne Cole has been a dedicated leader in community service and volunteer engagement in Ottawa for more than 25 years. She works with Ottawa Carleton Association for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (OCAPDD), where she has played a long-standing role supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and strengthening volunteer involvement across the organization.

Widely respected across Ottawa for her leadership in volunteering, Anne has contributed her time and expertise to numerous community initiatives, including major local fundraising events and her daughter's school PTA. She is also a certified First Aid Instructor, bringing practical training and a strong commitment to safety to her professional and volunteer work.

Anne’s career reflects a deep belief in service, inclusion, and community connection: values that continue to guide her work and leadership.