Prime Minister Mark Carney speaking with firefighters Veteran at the Veterans’ Tribute Lunch Saxophone player performing with The Salvation Army band at the Christmas Kettle Campaign launch

Ottawa event photography for nonprofitsCreating FOMO for your future events.

Images that show the impact of your work, and make people want to be there next time.

Prime Minister Mark Carney with Ottawa firefighters · Photographed for The Salvation Army

Trusted by

The Salvation Army Ottawa Innercity Ministries One Way Ministries

Proof of the good you do.

Fundraisers, community events and ministry gatherings across Ottawa, photographed so the impact of your work is clear to everyone who wasn't in the room.

Prime Minister Mark Carney speaking with a Salvation Army officer

The Salvation Army

Prime Minister's visit

Piper playing at the Veterans’ Tribute Lunch

Ottawa Innercity Ministries

Veterans' Tribute Lunch

Guest laughing with others in the crowd at the Ottawa Civic Prayer Breakfast

One Way Ministries

Ottawa Civic Prayer Breakfast

Toy donation handoff Woman dancing at the Kettle Launch Gift presentation at the Veterans’ Tribute Lunch Guests at the Civic Prayer Breakfast Group photo at the toy drive Crowd at the Civic Prayer Breakfast

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How it works

Reach out

Share your date and plans. I'll reply in 2 to 3 business days.

Plan together

A quick call to map out the key moments.

Event day

I capture it all. You focus on your guests.

Your images

Social images in 24 hours. Full gallery in a week.

What partners say

You captured the spirit of The Salvation Army and our Christmas Kettle Campaign launch beautifully! Your work helps us share these moments with the community, and I’m grateful for your partnership.”Glenn van Gulik · Director of Strategic Engagement and Brand, The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda
Guests cheering at the Christmas Kettle Campaign launch
Joy Covey, photographer and founder of Just Joy Imaging

About

Meet Joy Covey.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Photography and a Master of Education, and I've been photographing events since 2013.

I'm an Ottawa event photographer working with nonprofits, charities and ministries. Before your event, I take time to learn about your organization, your goals and the people you want to reach.

On the day, I work quietly in the background and capture what matters: the announcements, the speakers and the quiet moments in between. You come away with images that show the impact of your work and are ready to share with donors, partners and your community.

Why "Just Joy"? I don't have a middle name. My dad wanted me to be just Joy because he wanted joy in our home. I embody my name, so naming my business after it felt right.


Good to know

Questions, answered.

Don't see your question? Just ask.

How can we use the photos?

Use them to promote your organization: your website, social media, newsletters, donor and annual reports, grant applications and printed materials about your programs, with a photo credit to Just Joy Imaging. Sending them to the media with a press release is welcome too. Fundraising appeals, boosted or paid ads, selling the photos, or sharing them with sponsors needs a quick written agreement first.

Are you insured?

Yes. Just Joy Imaging carries business liability insurance. If your venue needs proof of insurance, just ask and I'll send it over.

What if our event runs late?

No problem. Extra time can be added on the day at $250 per hour.

Do you travel outside Ottawa?

I cover Ottawa and the National Capital Region. For events farther away, just ask for a travel quote.

Can you take headshots at the event?

Yes. Add a headshot station for your staff and speakers for $250. I'll just need a small space at the venue to set up a backdrop and lights.

How do we book?

Once we've talked through your event, a signed agreement and a non-refundable retainer hold your date. The balance is due before the event begins. I accept e-transfer, cheque or cash.

Have an event coming up?

Tell me a little about it. I'll get back to you within 2 to 3 business days with availability and a quote.

Prefer email? justjoyimaging@gmail.com
Based in Ottawa, Ontario. Available across the National Capital Region.