While you might encounter some of the veggies from the farm of Santropol Roulant in the meals-on-wheels recipes, in the organic baskets or at the Farmers’ Markets, you rarely have the opportunity to touch the soil where they grow. Community farm day is your opportunity to visit the farm, enjoy the calm of the countryside and discover the secrets of organic agriculture on the island of …
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Outdoor Film Screenings in the gardens
Join us on our rooftop garden this month for outdoor film screenings! We’ll be moving aside our self-watering containers and setting up a mini theatre to share some ground-breaking documentaries related to the ethics of agriculture. Come out to get cozy and learn more about the politics of our food systems. Also, our space is now wheelchair accessible. And, all …
Success and Assured Accessibility – Rue Fermier 2018
*** Make sure to fill out our survey at the bottom of the blogpost There were so many smiles and lovely people at last week’s Rue Fermier event on July 19th, we can still feel the good vibes in our space this week. Perhaps it is because our goal this year has been officially achieved; that everyone has access to …
community farm day 2018
While you might encounter some of the veggies from the farm of Santropol Roulant in the meals-on-wheels recipes, in the organic baskets or at the Farmers’ Markets, you rarely have the opportunity to touch the soil where they grow. Community farm day is your opportunity to visit the farm, enjoy the calm of the countryside and discover the secrets of organic agriculture on the island of …
Rue Fermier – Final count down!
It’s the final countdown for our summer celebration event, Rue Fermier, happening on July 19th! In only a week, you will be able to learn more on what the Roulant does by taking part in tons of activities, such as: A tour of activities and our programs, including the collectives and the newly accessible rooftop garden. A big Farmer’s Market …
Intergenerational Picnic Photos
First of all, we wish to thank everyone who came and made this event possible! It’s been a long time coming but last week, on June 28th, the Roulant hosted its first intergenerational picnic event on the 2nd-floor space. Thanks to our brand new elevator, 30 members of our client community got to enjoy our terrasse and rooftop gardens for …
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Rue Fermier – Volunteer call-out
Only a few weeks left before the event of the summer, Rue Fermier! As a community celebration, we wish to offer you an opportunity to be behind the scenes as a volunteer. Small reminder: When: July 19th between 4pm and 9pm Where: 111 rue Roy east, on Roy street between Coloniale and De Bullion Who: The Roulant community, neighbours, partners, friends …
Rue Fermier 2018: Announcements
On July 19th, Santropol Roulant will open its doors to the public for it’s annual summer community event, Rue Fermier. Come by the Roulant to take part in the activities and learn more about what we do! When: July 19th between 4pm and 9pm Where: 111 rue Roy east, on Roy street between Coloniale and De Bullion Cost: Free entry This fun …
Summer Picnic on the Terrace Roy
The intergenerational picnic is fast approaching and we need your help! Call out to all our amazing volunteers! To celebrate the arrival of Summer, The Meals-on-Wheels program is hosting an intergenerational picnic on its Terrace on Thursday June 28th. When: Thursday, June 28th, both from 11:30 – 2:00 pm Where: Santropol Roulant, 111 rue Roy East The event is intended to bring …
Rue Fermier Save the Date
Mark your calendars! The community appreciation event of the year, Rue Fermier, is coming up and we are taking this party to the next level! On July 19th, the gardens from the rooftop to the Terrasse Roy, the veggie market and the bike shop will be at their best to welcome you and your friends/family to celebrate. We are especially …
Round table & 5-7: Urban agriculture, what are the benefits for the environment?
On the occasion of World Environment Day, we wish to address in particular the environmental benefits of urban agriculture in the form of a round table followed by a 5-7. WHAT? The round table will discuss with practitioners and researchers the role and effect of urban agriculture in the urban environment. There will be a 5-7 with small bites prepared by …
Volunteer Call-Out – Summer Celebration Picnic
Call out to all our amazing volunteers! To celebrate the arrival of Summer, The Meals-on-Wheels program is hosting an intergenerational picnic on its Terrasse on Thursday June 28th, from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. The event is intended to bring together our meals-on-wheels community for a day of sunshine (hopefully!) and yummy food, with a special focus on providing our client-members …