On March 30th, Santropol Roulant’s headquarters was transformed for our 2017 Annual General Assembly (AGM). In total, 169 participants filled the room, including voting members (clients, volunteers and donors) and non-voting guests, to enjoy tasty food, to review the year behind us, and to select the next Board of Directors. Special thank yous Thank you to everyone who came out and contributed to the evening’s vibrancy and success. Your invaluable …
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2017 AGM: Everything you need to know!
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) this year will take place on Thursday March 30th, 2017. Doors open at 5:15 pm. You are all invited, of course! Don’t miss the most important governance event of the year. Here are the important documents to consult BEFORE the AGM: What is the Annual General Meeting (AGM)? Every year, we host an …
Intergenerational Sugar Shack Outing
Come help out at our annual intergenerational sugar shack outing! Join staff, volunteers and meals-on-wheels clients on Thursday, April 27th for this maple syrup feast at Érablière Charbonneau, located just 45 minutes south of Montreal. There will be lots of laughter, fresh air, and (hopefully) gorgeous sunshine to enjoy together. To make this event possible, we’re seeking volunteer support in the following areas: Client buddies: Each of …
SantroVélo’s Annual Spring Bike Tune Up is Back!
On Saturday, April 29th, SantroVélo (our community bike shop) will hold its annual spring Tune-Up event. This is a great chance to fix up your bike and support the Roulant! When: Saturday, April 29th from 12:30 – 5:00 pm Where: In the alley next to the Roulant at 111 Roy East At this event, volunteer bike mechanics offer a basic check-up (brakes, shifting, bottom bracket, headset, wheel …
2017 AGM: Seeking volunteers
Help us make the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 30th a success! The AGM is Santropol Roulant’s most important governance event of the year, where our members elect the Board of Directors. Last year 143 members came out to vote! To make things run smoothly, we need lots of volunteer help prior to and during the AGM, so we are …
Meet the Candidates for the 2017 AGM
On March 30th, all members of the Roulant – volunteers, clients, donors and staff active within the last year – are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM) and cast your ballots. The assembly will elect new candidates to the Board of Directors of Santropol Roulant, for a 2-year mandate. Electing Board members is a significant event for the Roulant! …
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Volunteer Appreciation Party!
To celebrate our wonderful volunteer community, we are hosting a volunteer appreciation party on March 2nd. Expect delicious food straight from our catering menu, free drinks and various activities and prizes! All current, former, and future volunteers are invited to join. When: Thursday, March 2nd, 5:30-10:00 pm Where: 111 rue Roy east Why: Because our volunteers are amazing! It’s our way …
2017 Board of Directors: Calling all Candidates!
Are you a member of the Roulant? Would you like to further your involvement in the Roulant as an administrator and join the Board of Directors? Submit your application to run for election at our next Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday March 30, 2017! During the AGM, members of the Roulant – that is, anyone who has been a …
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Workshop: Iranian Cooking
We’re back for the 8th 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. Atabak, a community member and meals-on-wheels volunteer, will share with us some of his favorite simple and quick Iranian recipes using two authentic ingredients: pomegranate and saffron. When: Wednesday, January 18th …
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Looking Back on the Holiday Brunch
Last week, 80 Meals-on-Wheels clients, volunteers and staff came together to share a warm and festive moment at the Roulant during our annual holiday brunch. Once again, the most popular event among our meals-on-wheels community was a great success! (Photos below!) Guests gathered in office, beautifully decorated by Gianhi and a handful of artistic volunteers. We were enchanted by musical …
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Holiday Brunch: Seeking Volunteers!
As Christmas approaches, we are getting ready to host our annual Holiday Brunch for our meals-on-wheels client members, and there are many opportunities for you to get involved! The event will take place on Thursday December 8th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the Roulant (111 rue Roy E.). This is by far the most popular event for our meals-on-wheels clients …
An evening to celebrate the end of the Montreal fruit season
Whether you’re a volunteer, pick leader, tree owner, member of a beneficiary organization or just simply interested by the collective, come celebrate the end of the Montreal fruit season with us! Les Fruits Défendus invite you to an evening of delights, music and crafts! We’ll warm up by making waffles garnished with fruit syrups and butters, enjoying delicious apples pies …