Intro Starting in early 2013, we’ll be carrying out a video project called Amplifying Voices with the support of the Federal Government’s New Horizons for Seniors Program. Over the course of the winter and early spring, we’ll be conducting interviews with seniors, editing the footage, and posting 8 short videos that explore the realities of seniors. Through these videos and …
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Introducing the Foodie Collective Cookbook
Meet the Foodie Collective – a group of friends bound together by their love for cooking, eating, and drinking – as well as a hint of healthy competition. They hold regular “Throwdowns” which test their culinary skills, imaginations and stomachs! The Foodie Collective is all about food and good fun so they’re natural allies of Santropol Roulant. Enter their latest creative project: The Foodie Collective Cookbook! This …
Director of Development – Job Posting
The application period for this position closed on January 2nd. Thank you to all of those that applied! We’re looking for a new Director of Development to oversee our fundraising program. Our new colleague will be responsible for ensuring that we meet our current financial goals and for creating a strategic plan that aligns our fundraising programs and activities in …
Vol. Coordination Intern – Job Posting
The application period for this position closed on December 31st. Thank you to all of those that applied! A great 10-week immersion in our volunteer program, driving force of the Roulant! This funded position is intended for people 16-30 who were full-time students in the Fall. More details:
Extra! Extra! Client-Member Newsletter!
The newest issue of Words-on-Wheels, our client-member newsletter, is hot off the press! In this latest edition of W-o-W, we feature cover model Mme Girard, showcase former client Mr. Khalo, and share all the latest news and events from Santropol Roulant. In addition to meal delivery, community events, phone chats, surveys and more, W-o-W is one of the many ways we try and …
When Does ‘Old Age’ Start?
I found this interesting article by Chad Brooks on Yahoo! News in which he looks at a new study from Oregon State University’s Michelle Barnhart. The study of 80-something year olds suggests that, much more than age itself, our perceptions of an individual’s level of autonomy are what matters the most in defining the start of old age. Her conclusion, clear and concise, …
A Case for Support
We’ve been busy at work putting together our latest case for support, which we’re quite proud to present it to you here as well as over on our publications page. We’re always happy to hear your thoughts (after all, they help us improve the Roulant), so we invite you to read through and leave us your feedback in the comments. …
Small Scale Gardening Workshop
Small Scale Gardening Workshop (Now offered in English! Don’t miss your chance!) with Jean-Martin Fortier, family farmer at les Jardins de la Grelinette Come to meet Quebec’s pionneer in small scale bio-intensive farming! During this 2-hour long training, the urban gardener will learn all the tricks and tips of a professional farmer while those who are willing to start their own small scale commercial farming operation …
The first One Night Stand
Starting this December, we’ll be “getting up close and personal” with some warm and cuddly Montreal eateries in a series of One Night Stands. What are we talking about? Well, as you know, we’re all about people and food… and what better way to raise funds for our programs than by bringing together people and food! We’re kicking things off on …
Small Scale Gardening Workshop
Small Scale Gardening Workshop (Now offered in English! Don’t miss your chance!) with Jean-Martin Fortier, family farmer at les Jardins de la Grelinette Come to meet Quebec’s pionneer in small scale bio-intensive farming! During this 2-hour long training, the urban gardener will learn all the tricks and tips of a professional farmer while those who are willing to start their own small scale commercial farming operation …
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Our Initial Thoughts on the Montreal Urban Ag Consultation Report
Montreal – The Montreal Office of Public Consultation (OCPM) released this week its report on the State of Urban Agriculture in Montreal. This report is the culmination of a massive mobilization effort through which more than 29 000 montrealers signed a petition calling on the City to hold a public consultation on the said subject. Santropol Roulant applauds this great …
Épluche ta ville presents Santropol Roulant
In this short video, our friends over at Épluche ta ville explain how at Santropol Roulant, some of our lovely veggies grow on our rooftop, are prepared in our kitchen, and then travel by bike thanks to the help of our volunteers! The video is in French, but well worth the watch even if French isn’t your forté!