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2014 Froot Cup

Events

Santropol Roulant’s third annual Froot Cup is back with a one day, co-ed soccer tournament! Once again, 15 teams will compete for the coveted Froot Cup! This is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year. We’ve got some amazing companies sponsoring teams, and now we’re calling out to you, our member of the community, to put together your teams. …

SantroVélo’s Spring Tune-Up – Part 2!

Events

SantroVélo held its 1st spring tune-up fundraiser of the season a few weeks ago and in spite of the snow in the parking lot and the spitting rain, it was a big success, raising over $900 for our community bike shop, and helping participants get back on the road safely. If you missed it, our 2nd spring tune-up fundraiser is this Saturday May 3rd. Basic Tune-up: $15 Basic Tune-up …

Garden Set Up

Events

Come set­ up our garden! This is it! Your excuse to get outside, get dirty and get digging. Santropol Roulant’s big garden set­up day is coming soon! When: Friday April 25th from 10:00am to 4:00pm (postponed to Saturday April 26th in case of bad weather) *Please note: You don’t need to come for the entire length of the event, please …

Intergenerational Sugar Shack Outing

Events

Winter doesn’t seem to want to end so we have a solution to bring some warmth to your April… our annual Sugar Shack outing! It is a intergenerational celebration not to be missed. In addition to the delicious meal, we will be in the charming company of Santropol Roulant clients, volunteers and staff! When: Thursday, April 24th from 10am to …

Annual General Meeting on March 27th!

Communications, Events

Don’t miss out on the governance event of the year! Santropol Roulant’s Annual General Meeting is more than an annual discussion about our hopes and dreams, our successes and misses, it’s a chance for our members to dig into the work we did in 2013 and our plans for 2014. However, most importantly, it is an opportunity for you to …

1st Gardening Workshop of the season: Indoor Seedling!

Agriculture, Community Workshops, Events

Believe it or not, Santropol Roulant is already gearing up for the next gardening season! And what’s the secret ingredient for next season’s success? Good indoor seedlings of course! You are invited to an indoor seedling workshop. Come and learn how to start your own seedlings and you’ll even take a seedling or two (or more!) home! Please note that the same workshop …

That’s Right, Trivia Night!

Events, Fundraising

After a hit series of Trivia Nights in 2013, we’re bringing back this evening of frivolously-fun-facts in 2014. Quiz masters Mark and Naomi will be challenging you with questions of all kinds, so get your team together, grab your trusty thinking cap, and put all that trivial knowledge to good use! What: The Roulant is hosting our 1st Trivia Night …

Film Screening & Discussion: Tonight!

Amplifying Voices, Events, Video

We’re excited to announce our upcoming film screening featuring two short films that explore some of the realities of being a senior. Amplifying Voices (bilingual) is a series of mini videos made by volunteers and features Roulant meals-on-wheels clients. After the film, we’ll discuss the videos and have a Q&A with the participants. The second film, Un jour ou l’autre (with English subtitles) focuses on a Quebecois …

Holiday Recap & Photos!

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

The holidays are an especially joyful, festive and bustling time of year at Santropol Roulant! The Annual Intergenerational Holiday Brunch was once again a great success. We welcomed more than 100 members (clients, volunteers, staff, donors and board members) into our office for good food, good cheer and good music (courtesy of McGill’s oldest acapella group, Tonal Ecstasy). Thanks also to …

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Reggae Jamdown

Events

Join us for a second annual Reggae Jamdown Fundraiser at Blizzarts, featuring DJs Signal Smoke and Major Trees spinning exclusively Roots Reggae. When : Saturday November 30th doors open at 8pm Where: Blizzarts, 3956 Boulevard Saint-Laurent Cost: $8 Don’t miss this chance to dance, party, and support Santropol Roulant. Bring all your friends it’s going to be fuuun! Many thanks …

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2013 Intergenerational Holiday Brunch

Events

Twas the 12th December, and all in a bunch, Gathered clients and volunteers, for the Roulant Holiday Brunch! Join us for the Intergenerational Holiday Brunch, an afternoon of delicious food, live music and good company! When: Thursday, Dec 12th from 11:00am-2:30pm Where: Santropol Roulant (111 Roy E.) How: Sign up for a volunteer shift in order to attend this year’s …