As per yearly tradition, your friendly neighbourhood bike mechanics have stripped down for a good cause. The 2018 naked bike mechanic calendar is a tool that raises funds for community bike shops and cycling initiatives around Montreal. The calendar also aims to raise awareness about cycling culture and rights, and to promote body-positivity by representing mechanics of diverse body types, …
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Thanking our 2017 partners
With another incredible year behind us, we extend an enormous thanks to the many individuals, companies, organizations, institutions and foundations who supported Santropol Roulant in 2017 through donations, grants, in kind gifts and partnerships. Many of you are also volunteers, clients, service providers, friends, and family. You play a pivotal roll in the both day-to-day and the future of the …
Improve accessibility – Donate Today!
Until recently, Ms. Vasquez had been able to cook her own meals despite her age. Unfortunately, over the last weeks her fingers have become less nimble, and she has been unable to use kitchen utensils. Every year, Santropol Roulant’s Meals-on-Wheels program welcomes dozens of new clients like Ms. Vasquez. Deeply convinced that nourishment comes in many forms, Roulant volunteers and …
You’re Invited to the Masked Pumpkin Gala
We are delighted to invite you to our 17th annual fundraising event on November 2nd, the Masked Pumpkin Gala, which is taking place in the stunning space at Marché Bonsecours! A wonderful fun-filled night awaits you – full of lively music, lovely people and delicious home-made bouchées! This unforgettable evening is also the perfect opportunity for you to support the Roulant’s …
A warm welcome to Stacey and Camille!
Join us in welcoming two new members to the team in Social Entrepreneurship and Fundraising! We also want to thank Deanna for everything she’s accomplished at the Roulant and wish her all the best as she heads back to school. Thank you! Learn more about these and other members of our team on our Staff page.
Save the Date – Board Game and Bingo Night
Looking for a place to get your game on? Following on the success of other Volunteer Program mini-FUN(d)raisers such as Trivia Night and Bingo Night, why not join us at our Board Game and Bingo Night! We are preparing a varied selection of board games for you to try your luck at. When: Thursday, September 14th, doors at 6:00pm, games …
Job Offer: Part-time Fundraising Administrator
Do you love crunching numbers, working with databases and appreciating great people? Have you always wanted to work for the Roulant, but you’re only available part-time? You might be just the person we’re looking for! We’re looking for a new part-time Fundraising Administrator who will support the fundraising team in building and sustaining strong relationships with Santropol Roulant’s donors. The application …
AXA and MPC – the latest corporate volunteers to lend us a hand
It seems that 2017 is a banner year for corporate groups who come to the Roulant for team building activities! In June, we welcomed AXA for the fifth year in a row to help us out within our Meals-on-Wheels program. 10 employees from their company came to help prepare, package, and deliver the meal of the day over a period of two days. …
What a night! 100 Mile Meal love
On June 11th, 100 guests, volunteers and staff joined together for a gourmet three-course meal. Thanks to your generosity, $5800 was raised to support the work of the Roulant in food security and social inclusion! This beautiful dinner aimed to celebrate the start of the growing season and highlight the value of local food systems. The meal was prepared using delicious …
2017 Monthly Giving Campaign – Roulant Roots!
We are excited to launch our second annual monthly giving campaign – the Roulant Roots. No matter the amount you can afford to donate to the Roulant Roots, you can ensure that the Roulant community has access to good food and valuable connections throughout the year. Above: Watch a short video featuring two current monthly donors, reflecting on what the Roulant means to them. Thanks …
100 Mile Meal 2017
On June 11th, join us for a gourmet feast featuring ingredients grown within a 100 mile radius of Montreal! This fabulous fundraising dinner will be prepared using veggies from the Roulant farm, in collaboration with chef Étienne Huot of La Récolte. Come celebrate the start of the growing season and support the Roulant community. When: Sunday, June 11th 2017 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm Where: …
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 …