Over the past year, the Roulant team has been developing the 2024-2027 strategic plan. The social context of recent years (Covid-19 pandemic, rising cost of living, housing crisis, Montreal’s aging population, increased homelessness in the neighbourhood, etc.) has brought about important changes in the needs of Montrealers. These changes have prompted reflection on who our services currently benefit and what …
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Community Farm Day: Garlic Harvest
On Friday, July 26th the farm will be hosting a very exciting event: our annual garlic harvest community farm work day. Join us for a special morning of harvesting, cleaning, and bunching the beautiful garlic grown for the community, followed by a community potluck on the farm. Bring food to share for lunch, a water bottle, hat, and clothes you …
Cultiver Terrasses Roy, in photos
On Thursday, May 23, over 100 people from the Roulant and surrounding community gathered to celebrate the start of the agricultural season and the official opening of the Terrasses Roy. In its second year as a permanent project, the public space was alive with people mingling, enjoying the live DJ music, buying seedlings, planting the gardens, trying their hand at …
Revisit the High Tea client event
The Roulant bid farewell to spring with a festive gathering dedicated to our beloved clientele. These regular intergenerational events are a wonderful way to break social isolation by fostering opportunities for social connection, which are vital to their well-being. On the last Thursday of May, around fifteen Meals-on-Wheels clients and their guests came together for High Tea and delicious dishes …
Welcome to Rue Fermier
Year after year, Rue Fermier has become one of the most beloved events for the Roulant community. Each summer, the Roulant team, together with dedicated volunteers, goes above and beyond to create unforgettable memories for everyone. Come and bring your loved ones to enjoy this heartwarming community celebration together! In the summer, the Terrasses Roy becomes an accessible and publicly …
Solstice harvest shift at the farm
On Friday, June 21st the first big harvest of the season will take place on the farm. Join us for a special solstice volunteer shift during which we will pick our beautiful garlic scapes and enjoy the longest day of the year together. Bring food to share for lunch (precut portions are ideal), water bottle, hat, and clothes you don’t …
Gardening Tips and Tools
The moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! Very soon, the flowers will be blooming, the bees will be buzzing, and the birds will be singing their melodious tunes, welcoming the vibrant energy of the gardening season. For all the novice gardeners out there, we wanted to share a short and sweet list of resources to get your …
Pick leaders wanted
Les Fruits Défendus, Santropol Roulant’s volunteer-led urban fruit harvesting collective, is looking for motivated and autonomous individuals to lead urban fruit harvests throughout the summer! Les Fruits Défendus connects local fruit tree owners across Montreal with volunteer harvesters and in doing so helps to reduce food waste, improve actions to reinforce local food solidarity, promote and care for the fruit …
Cultiver Terrasses Roy
Events season is kicking off at the Roulant with the special community event at the Terrasses Roy! This year, as we embark on our second full season at the permanent installation of Terrasses Roy, we extend a warm invitation for you to join us in discovering new ideas and preparing for your own gardens. Get inspired to dive into gardening …
Tacomania for volunteers!
These days we celebrate the 50th edition of National Volunteer Week, taking place from April 14th to the 20th! For the occasion, the Roulant Meals-on-Wheels team invites you to our Tacomania event to celebrate the immense work that Roulant volunteers accomplish daily! This involvement is essential to the pursuit of our mission, and we are deeply grateful for all the …
Volunteering at the farm in 2024
Recently, we provided you with updates on the changes happening at the Roulant’s farm in Senneville this year, as well as the volunteer shift schedule that many of you are used to. While unfortunately we won’t have the usual weekly farm volunteer shifts this year, there will be several opportunities throughout the 2024 season for you to get involved! Shifts …
Welcome to the Urban gardens
Are you new to gardening or do you have a green thumb and can’t wait to start the agricultural season? Our Urban gardens need you! We invite you to mark your calendars and get ready to get your hands dirty with us! AGRICULTURE SPECIAL WELCOME SESSION These sessions are designed to familiarize you with the spirit of Roulant, its farming …