In line with spring tradition, we welcome the unveiling of the 2023 Annual Report, offering a recap of the Roulant’s activities, victories, and challenges from the previous year, complete with stunning photos of the community. This time, the theme of “growing partnerships” has emerged delicately and effortlessly through each page as the natural focal point of 2023…. and Santropol Roulant …
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AGM 2024: Highlights and Insights
At the end of March (and beginning of spring!) the Roulant community gathered for its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM). It was a big night – 102 members voted to elect our new Board of Directors, we approved organizational bylaws, and the strategic planning committee collected members’ opinions to weave into a collaborative vision for the future. The Roulant’s AGM …
Sushi in the pizza garden
Since 2019, classes from the Au-pied-de-la-montagne school down the street have participated in the Jardin Pizza project with Santropol Roulant’s urban agriculture program. The idea was initiated by Gianna from Volailles et Gibiers Fernando, the butcher shop across from the Roulant, with the primary objective to introduce the concept of the food cycle and notions of nutrition to the young …
Gathering ’round the fire
It’s not unusual for Terrasses Roy to be bustling with events and activities over the warm summer months. But covered in snow and with temperatures below freezing? That’s another story! This year, our community partner Comm-un broke the mould by organizing a truly warm community gathering in partnership with the Roulant – the Winter storytelling event. The evening of January …
Groundwork for regeneration
“All flows, all changes,” and the Ferme du Roulant in Senneville is no exception. Before we begin construction on the new Agroeducational Center at the farm in 2025, this season’s focus is on regeneration and capacity building. This means you’ll see some changes in how you’ll be invited to participate on the land. Since its founding in 2012, the farm …
The return of the seed library
February is the month for dreaming about spring and starting to plan your garden. In just a few weeks, it will be time to start those early seedlings, like peppers and tomatoes. Thankfully, the Roulant’s famous seed library is back in the volunteer lounge since the last week of February. Come borrow some seeds for free, or bring some of …
2024 AGM: You’re invited!
Santropol Roulant officially and warmly invites you to this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 28th. Every year, we host the AGM to elect our Board of Directors and to invite our community to look back at last year’s activities and see what’s to come. This year, we will be conducting a special community consultation during the event for …
2024 AGM: Introducing the Candidates to the Board of Directors
We are excited to introduce to the community 7 people from all walks of life who have applied to fill the 3 open seats on the Roulant’s Board of Directors in 2024, keen to oversee its governance and further its mission. You’ll also recognize a familiar face among them, who is now standing for re-election after her second two-year term. …
What’s on the menu for 2024?
We are delighted to introduce our new calendar for 2024! It’s not just a meal schedule; it’s a tool that provides our clients with the opportunity to choose food that matches their dietary needs and restrictions, plan their meals in advance, and stay organized throughout the 52 weeks of the year! There, you can find a rotating selection of 28 …
Winter storytelling on Terrasses Roy
We’re excited to bring a touch of warmth to the winter season. Join Santropol Roulant and Comm-Un for an evening of winter storytelling on the Terrasses Roy on Thursday, January 18th. Immerse yourself in the welcoming atmosphere and comforting ambiance as we share steaming bowls of soup, engage in stories from the Milton-Parc community, and marvel at winter sculptures and …
Three cheers to you!
We are ending 2023’s winter fundraising campaign and entering 2024 with our hearts full of gratitude for the power of community mobilisation. With a goal of $90,000, 281 individuals (and a few companies) came together this winter to collectively raise $86,863 towards Santropol Roulant’s programs. Of these, 48 were first-time donors to the Roulant and three people set up new monthly donations, …
The more, the merrier
On December 14, members of the community joined together for a festive holiday event at the Roulant. This year’s event was a particularly special occasion where community members from across programs were invited to come together: clients of the Meals-on-Wheels, volunteers, community partner organizations, and friends of the Roulant. All told, around 150 guests gathered under the Roulant roof, but, …