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Bridge Committee Update – December 2025

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, …

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Ottawa’s Growing Problem With Invasive Plants

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 …

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Circular economy; let’s keep it rolling!

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 …

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Hidden Harvest, a hidden gem!

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 …

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Upcoming Events – Week of August 25

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Photo by Jess Bailey Designs on Pexels.com Hello Convent Glen Orleans Wood CA Members, I frequently hear from people who aren’t aware of our ongoing and upcoming events, so I’ll share them here. You can also check out the following pages at any time for the latest community information: Continue reading

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The Right to Repair – Fighting Back Against Built-in Obsolescence

by Gillian Cantello, CGOW Environment Committee Source: https://24x7mag.com/standards/servicing-legislation/right-to-repair/inside-the-right-to-repair/ When was the last time your smartphone slowed to a crawl after just a couple of years, or your washing machine gave out right after its warranty expired? If it felt suspiciously timed, you might not be imagining things. Around the world, critics argue that many …

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An Update on the Future of Orleans Boulevard: A Choice We Can Make for a Safer Community

To my neighbours in Orleans and the elected officials representing us, I am writing to you today as a resident, a parent, and a community advocate to give an update on the status of the Orleans Boulevard active transportation project. I also want to talk a little more about the future I want and see …

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The Heart of Orléans Market – Native Plant Sale

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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