Community Association
Nov 28
Julian KobalievBridge Committee Although Orléans has had ample reason for a year now to feel confident that our eastern Greenbelt is no longer threatened by a bridge, the Bridge Committee would still like to keep you up to date on developments. To recap: about a year ago, the government published its 2024 Fall Economic Statement, …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/bridge-committee-update-december-2025
Nov 20
Understanding the Threat and How We Can Help Combat Them by: The CGOWCA Environment Committee Japanese Knotweed, a highly invasive plant found in Ottawa. Ottawa is known for its beautiful natural landscapes, however, a growing threat to local biodiversity and ecosystems is the proliferation of invasive plant species. These non-native plants disrupt local habitats, outcompete …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/ottawas-growing-problem-with-invasive-plants
Oct 29
Matthieu Gagnon, Vice President The City has released a report for the harmonization of speed limits along Jeanne d’Arc Boulevard, which was approved by the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on October 23, 2025. The Community Association presented a delegation at that meeting. This article is to present the position of the Community Association …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/jeanne-darc-blvd-speed-harmonization-update
Oct 29
By Chantal Boudreau, member of the Environment Committee What is circular economy and why does it matter? | UNDP Climate Promise October was circular economy month and while October is over, circular economy initiatives should keep rolling! According to the Government of Canada, a “circular economy retains and recovers as much value as …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/circular-economy-lets-keep-it-rolling
Oct 13
You are invited to the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Convent Glen – Orléans Wood (CGOW) Community Association. This is your opportunity to get involved, hear about our activities and future plans, and have your say in the direction of your community.
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/attend-the-community-association-agm
Sep 29
Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com I recently took responsibility for a group of 7-8-year-old scouts (castor with “les Scouts d’Orléans”). I have been immersed in learning the new program, as I have never been involved at that level as an adult and have been out of the Scouts for a long …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/bringing-kids-and-all-of-us-back-to-reality
Sep 29
By Chantal Boudreau, member of the Environment Committee Fall is just around the corner and that means harvest season is here for several fruit trees! Elderberry cluster, harvested here in Orléans! Over the Summer, I became a Neighbourhood Leader with Hidden Harvest (more on them below!). I’d participated in harvests with them before and enjoyed …
Permanent link to this article: https://cgow.ca/hidden-harvest-a-hidden-gem
Sep 05
I’m going to share a little about myself right off the top here before getting into this. My name is Rob, and I’m a husband, a father of three, and your neighbour here in Orléans. Like you, I chose to live here for the calm streets, the green spaces, and the shared sense of community. …
Permanent link to this article: https://theneworleans.ca/2025/09/04/paying-the-bills-the-uncomfortable-math-of-our-orleans-lifestyle/#new_tab
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