Our volunteer program is in need of your data entry skills! Every few weeks, there is information to be entered into our volunteer database, and we’re seeking people who like doing computer work, have good organisational skills, and are attentive to detail. Snacks and coffee/tea will be provided! If you’d like to help out, please email Ben. Thanks!
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Volunteers Invited to Create Timeline
As part of our 20th anniversary projects, we are creating a timeline of Santropol Roulant’s 20 years to be displayed during the Rue Fermier event on July 16, and throughout the year. The exhibition will consist of photos, illustrations, artifacts of the past and important dates, and personal stories. We are looking for volunteers to who would like to participate in creating and …
Les Fruits Défendus Launch Party
Les Fruits Défendus, the Roulant-based urban fruit-harvesting collective, invites you to their Season Launch party. Come meet the team, get to know fellow volunteers, and enjoy live music on Santropol Roulant’s rooftop! When: Thursday, July 2nd, from 7:30-10pm Where: 111 Roy east Bring: Snacks will be provided, but BYOBeverage! About the collective Les Fruits Défendus is an urban fruit-harvesting collective founded in 2011 in Montréal. By fostering connections between fruit tree …
Seeking transformation volunteers!
Are you eager to spend more time in the Roulant kitchen? Good news, harvest time and food transformation season are upon us! We’ll be turning delicious Montreal-grown fruit and veggies into non-perishable food items. Think homemade salsa, dehydrated tomatoes, pear jam, kimchi and sauerkraut, just to name a few! Anyone is welcome in the kitchen, experienced or not. When: Tuesdays, …
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Volunteering in the gardens
The gardening season is at our door! We’re pleased to announce that our volunteer shifts are starting next week at the downtown gardens and have already started at the farm. If you’re already a Roulant volunteer or have come to an info session on volunteering, call us (514-284-9335) or come see us to sign up at 111 Roy! Garden Volunteer Info …
Volunteer Summit – Your Questions Answered
On April 9th, we had our first Volunteer Summit. It was a lovely evening of exchange, with many great questions and answers, constructive feedback, and story sharing. The themes of our discussions were: 1 – Welcoming volunteers to our space, 2 – Activities and level of engagement at the Roulant, 3 – Roulant Utopia, and 4 – Harvesting your stories. We …
Invitation to the Froot Cup
Rejoice soccer fans, the Froot Cup just around the corner! This exciting fundraiser is coming up on May 30th! In case you haven’t heard, the Froot Cup is our friendly co-ed soccer tournament where teams compete to claim the coveted Froot Cup trophy. As always, it’s a fun day spent outdoors with family and friends so come on out and support the teams! 14 …
Volunteer Appreciation Party!
Every day in every way, Santropol Roulant volunteers make our programs run. In the kitchen, out on delivery, in the thick of our gardens and in a million other ways, everything that the Roulant does happens thanks to your efforts. With the change of season, we want to thank you for all that you have done so far in 2015! …
McGill Students on Wheels – Seeking New Executives!
Another school year has come and gone, and we would like to thank our friends from McGill Students on Wheels. They are a student association from McGill University who help recruit volunteers on campus to volunteer with our meals-on-wheels program. An extra special thanks goes to three dedicated volunteers: Emma Hudgins, Nicole Mosello, and Serena McDonnell who are this year’s outgoing club …
Come Garden with us this Summer!
The gardening season is coming soon! We’re pleased to announce that our volunteer shifts will be starting early in June at the downtown gardens and around mid-May at the farm. If you’re already a Roulant volunteer, you’ll be welcome to start signing up for our shifts in a few weeks! New this season: Volunteer opportunities in the garden this summer also …
Centraide Solidaires 2015
Last Thursday, a crew from the Roulant had the pleasure of attending Centraide’s Gala. The annual recognition event showcases the exceptional work of fundraising partners and the community organizations they support. We were honoured that one of our long-time volunteers, Tássia Camões, was recognized for her leadership and outstanding contributions to the Santropol Roulant community. The Solidaire NextGen is awarded …
Intergenerational Sugar Shack Outing
Our annual intergenerational sugar shack outing is coming up soon! This special event is adored by clients and volunteers alike as it’s one of the only times of the year when we get to enjoy a fun outing in the countryside together. Calling all volunteers! We’re looking for about 15 drivers and 15 passengers to pickup and buddy with our meals-on-wheels client-members. Drivers …