Community Association
Jul 28
Angie Caunce-Paull, Environment Committee On Sunday July 6, the Environmental Committee, part of the Convent Glen Orléans Wood Community Association, held its first native plant sale fundraiser at the Heart of Orléans Market. It was non-stop community engagement action from open to close! Over 100 visitors came through our booth looking to add to their …
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Jul 28
Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes), photo by Thomas Elliott on Unsplash The no-harm approach to managing mosquitoes By Angie Caunce-Paull, Environment Committee There is no way to sugar-coat it. Mosquitoes suck. How are we supposed to enjoy our outdoor spaces when we are getting eaten alive by relentless vampire insects? When pest control companies …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/shuffle-off-this-mosquito-coil
Jun 29
This July 2025 newsletter from the Convent Glen Orleans Wood Community Association covers a variety of community happenings. Events like Community Cafe and Yoga in the Park, environmental efforts including a plant sale and Repair Cafe, plus articles on urban planning and community stories.
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/july-2025-newsletter
Jun 20
Bettina Sales, Environment Committee While it is tempting to simply crank up the air conditioner on those hot summer days, there are several cost-effective things you can do to use less energy and save money to stay cool this summer. Reverse your ceiling fan Make sure your ceiling fan is set with the blades running …
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Jun 16
On September 27th, the Convent Glen Orleans Wood Environment Committee will be hosting their second Repair Cafe at the Orleans United Church, from 2 PM to 5PM. Repair Cafes are free, community-led events where volunteer fixers and menders assist other members of the community with repairing household items such as small appliances, textiles, electronics, furniture, toys, etc. …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/2025-repair-cafe-looking-for-repairers
Jun 06
This summer, the Convent Glen Orléans Wood Community Association invites you to experience the vibrant spirit of our neighbourhood with an exciting set of fun, family-friendly events we’re calling ‘Community Connections’. We believe that strong communities are built on shared experiences and friendly faces. Our summer events are the perfect opportunity to strengthen those bonds, …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/connections
May 30
Upcoming Events
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/june-2025-newsletter
May 28
Nadia Ouellette, Environment Committee Goutweed (aka ground elder; Aegopodium podagraria). Photo credit: Christina Keys Invasive plant species harm us and our environment. After habitat loss, they are the second largest contributor to endangering native plant species. Invasive plants are defined as species that are alien to an environment, cause economic and environmental damage …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/invasive-plants-and-your-garden
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