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Recipes from the Roulant: Roasted Delicata Squash with Honey and Sage

Beekeeping Collective, Recipes

We are happy to bring you our ninth recipe in the series Recipes from the Roulant! These monthly recipes allow you to get to know the different activities of our organization. With this Roasted Delicata squash recipe, we are highlighting the activities of the Roulant’s beekeeping collective. The collective harvested their honey this past Sunday and you can expect it to be …

Call for Candidates: Treasurer of the Board of Directors

Governance, News, Volunteering - Personal

The Santropol Roulant Board of Directors is seeking a new member to fill the role of Treasurer, beginning in October 2017. The Board provides leadership, direction and oversight through, for example, the development of long-term strategic plans and organizational policies. In particular, the Treasurer is responsible for reviewing financial results and making recommendations to the board regarding financial decisions and …

An elevator to the rooftop garden

News, Offices

Flashback to 7 years ago In August 2010, a colorful parade brought together staff members, volunteers, donors, and partners as the Roulant community moved from its small space on Duluth Street to the building at 111 rue Roy East, which has become such an important part of the organization’s fabric. Back then, we realized that our communities needed “spaces that …

Job Offer: Director of Human Resources and Operations

Job Postings, Staff

Champion of our organisational values, the Roulant’s Director of Human Resources and Operations is up for just about any challenge.  We’re looking for candidates who can balance great listening skills with positivity, persistence and a strong sense of organisation to take on a variety of responsibilities ranging from developing a strong and engaged team to finding creative ways to optimise the …

Save the Date – The Roulant’s 2017 Gala

Events, News

The event you have been waiting for is back again this year! Please mark your calendars for Santropol Roulant’s annual fundraising gala on Thursday, November 2nd 2017. What: A fun-filled night of music, food and prizes to help support the work of the Roulant Who: All who love to celebrate and strengthen food security and social inclusion in Montreal When: …

Your help needed! Intergenerational Apple Picking

Events, Meals-on-Wheels, Volunteering - Personal

Calling all our amazing volunteers!  Fall is just around the corner, and what better way to welcome it than spending a day in nature. As part of our series of intergenerational events, Santropol Roulant is organizing an apple picking event at an orchard outside of the city. Intergenerational events such as this one serve as unique opportunities to bring people …

Invitation to Board Game Night

Events

Looking for a place to get your game on? Following on the success of other Volunteer Program mini-FUN(d)raisers such as Trivia Night and Bingo Night, why not join us at our Board Game Night! We are preparing a varied selection of board games for you to try. When: Thursday, September 14th, doors at 6:00pm, games from 6:30-10:00pm Where: Santropol Roulant, …

Introduction to Seed Saving Workshop!

Agriculture, Community Workshops, Urban Agriculture

September is right around the corner and it’s starting to feel like Fall! It’s time to dip your toes into the art of plant breeding by learning the art and science of seed saving in order to prepare your garden for next year! When: Wednesday, September 6th, from 5:00 – 6:00 pm Where: At the Terraces Roy tables in front of Santropol …

A warm welcome to Stacey and Camille!

Fundraising, News, Staff

Join us in welcoming two new members to the team in Social Entrepreneurship and Fundraising! We also want to thank Deanna for everything she’s accomplished at the Roulant and wish her all the best as she heads back to school. Thank you! Learn more about these and other members of our team on our Staff page.

Delicious memories from Community Farm Day!

Agriculture, Events, Senneville Farm

Each year, we open the doors of the Roulant farm to the entire community. This summer, Community farm day took place on August 19th. It was a great opportunity to visit the farm, enjoy the calm of the countryside and discover the secrets of organic agriculture on the island of Montreal! Fifty participants came to explore the farm’s vibrant and colorful ecosystem. They discovered …

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Recipes from the Roulant: Tomato Salsa

Food Preservation, Recipes

We are happy to bring you our eighth recipe in the new series Recipes from the Roulant! These monthly recipes allow you to get to know the different activities of our organization. With this month’s Tomato Salsa recipe, we are highlighting our food preservation program and kicking off our weekly food preservation shifts! Come join Talia and Karine, our kitchen co-managers, and help …

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New Faces and Changing Places in the Team

Catering, Communications, Partners, Staff

So much is happening at the Roulant these days! In this giant team update, join us in welcoming new members to the team, learn about other changes in the staff, and send fond farewells to a few people who have moved on to new things. Learn more about these and other members of our team on our Staff page. Thank you! …