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Intergenerational Sugar Shack Outing

Events, Meals-on-Wheels, Volunteering - Personal

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!

Events, Fundraising, SantroVelo

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

Events, Governance, Volunteering - Personal

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

Events, Governance

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!

Catering, Events, Volunteering - Personal

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 …

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Workshop: Iranian Cooking

Community Workshops, Events, Kitchen Workshops

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

Events, Meals-on-Wheels, Seniors, Volunteering - Personal

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!

Events, Seniors, Volunteering - Personal

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 …

The Gala was glorious thanks to you!

Events, Fundraising

Complete with magical performances, delicious food and friendly faces, the Enchanted Garden Gala on October 27th was a great success. Thank you for making this night wonderful and for supporting the work of the Roulant! Over 300 attendees joined us that evening for incredible live music and acrobatics, a beautiful spread of delicious food, an array of great prizes, and …

Canning and Fermenting swap!

Community Workshops, Events, Food Preservation

Want to trade a few jars of your preserves or kraut for someone else’s? Here’s your chance!  The Roulant is hosting its first ever canning/fermenting swap as a part of our upcoming preserve and catering menu tasting 5 à 7 next Thursday, November 10th.  Yes, you’ll also have the opportunity to taste many of the Roulant’s homemade delights too! When: …