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Many thanks for Rue Fermier

Events

There are not enough words to say how the Roulant’s team is happy with how Rue Fermier turned out. It is rare that the whole community of clients, volunteers, donors, partners and staff is gathered and it is one of the reason behind Rue Fermier. We hope you enjoyed the night and we can’t wait to see you at the …

Job Offer: Volunteer Program Coordination Internship

Job Postings

Have you always wanted to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Here’s a chance to work with our volunteers, learn about the daily operations, and participate in our collaborative management structure. The volunteer coordination internship is an enriching way to learn and grow at the Roulant! Get ready for a once in a lifetime experience working alongside an energetic …

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Official Invitation: Golden Gala 2019

Fundraising

Get your tickets today for the Golden Gala 2019 so that you can shine, dazzle, and party for a good cause!  Join your wonderful community of members—donors, volunteers, clients, staff and neighbours⁠—to help raise $32,000 for seniors in their golden years who are at risk of food insecurity and social isolation. All funds raised will go toward the Roulant’s mission …

Thank You to our 2019 Corporate Volunteers… so far!

Agriculture, Fundraising, Meals-on-Wheels, Partners, Urban Agriculture, Volunteering - Corporate

In the first half of 2019, Santropol Roulant welcomed 9 corporate groups for fun and meaningful team-building volunteer activities. A total of 92 employees came together to give back to the community in which they live. We’d like to take a moment to thank all of our Corporate Partners for supporting food security and social inclusion in this way, and …

Intro to Beekeeping

Beekeeping Collective

Santropol Roulant’s Apiculture Collective invites you to join them for an Introduction to Beekeeping workshop! Learn about the biology of honey bees, the dynamics of a colony, and how we plan our hive interventions. We encourage anyone interested in bees to come out and discover just how amazing they really are! You have two opportunities as they are offered once …

Rue Fermier 2019

Agriculture, Community Workshops, Events

On July 18th, the gardens on the rooftop and the Terrasses Roy, the farmer’s market and all the collectives will be dressed to the nines to welcome you and your family and friends to celebrate summer and the community. When: July 18th from 4:00-9:00 pm Where: 111 Roy East (between Coloniale and de Bullion) Cost: Free activities, food and drinks available at a …

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Rue Fermier 2019 – Volunteers needed

Agriculture, Events, Volunteering - Personal

Only a few weeks left before our biggest event of the summer: Rue Fermier! As a community celebration, we want to give you an opportunity to go behind the scenes as a volunteer. In short: When: July 18th between 4pm and 9pm Where: 111 rue Roy east, on Roy street between Coloniale and De Bullion Who: The Roulant community, neighbours, partners, friends and the …

Save the Date! Golden Gala Fundraiser 2019

Events, Fundraising, Meals-on-Wheels, Seniors

Are you ready to shine, dazzle, and party for a good cause? We’re excited to invite you to this year’s golden-themed fundraiser, where you can dress to impress and make a difference by ensuring the golden years of senior Montrealers are healthy and enjoyable! Mark your calendars for Friday, September 20, 2019 for an unforgettable Golden Gala to help us …

Insect and other animal in the garden workshop: Friends and foes

Agriculture, Community Workshops

Summer is officially here: veggies are growing, flowers are blooming, and our agriculture workshop series continues with an insect workshop!  Which insects are the enemies in your garden and how do we ward them off? Which ones are useful and how do we attract them? What can you do with the famous Montreal squirrels? This workshop will answer all of theses questions and …

Tunisian Cuisine

Kitchen Workshops, Recipes from our Community

We’re back for another workshop in the series Recipes from our community, where we invite the members of our community of all ages to share their recipes and culinary successes. Mouna, a new member of the Roulant community, is passionate about cooking and sharing her skills with others. She looks forward to showing us how to prepare some of her favourite traditional …

Gardening workshop 201

Agriculture, Community Workshops

Our agriculture workshop series continues with the Gardening 201 workshop!  Come learn more about the gardening universe and get answers to all your veggie-related questions. The workshop will include a theoretical and practical component, with the chance to make your own fertilizer and bring it home. Please note that the workshop will be bilingual. When: Wednesday July 3rd from 5:30 to 7:30 pm Where: …

Marie’s Monthly Giving Story

Fundraising

Monthly donors play an important role in keeping Santropol Roulant buzzing all year long. Marie, past staff member and current monthly donor speaks on what being a monthly donor means to her. Meet Marie Bilodeau (left), a beloved monthly donor and former staff member, whose regular contribution continues to make a difference in the life of the Roulant community. She started her …