• Pedal and Play Kickoff – Convent Glen North

    Voyageurs Catholic Elementary School 6030 Voyageur Dr, Orléans, ON, Canada

    **April 27 Update – 8:30 AM** - It appears we're destined to experience rapidly-changing weather between 10-12 this morning, while the afternoon looks like a beautiful spring day with no rain. We will absolutely be out there at 10 AM with fun stuff to give out, and a snack for the kids, but we'll also …

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  • Pedal and Play – Sunday, May 4

    Our first real ride will be just a quick one to make sure everyone is good to travel. You're welcome to meet the group at Voyageur Park around 1:45 PM. Start from des Voyageurs School around 1:30 PM.End at Voyageur Park (1:45 PM)(350 m ride)

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  • Strong Towns Ottawa – Spring Orleans Meetup

    The Bad Alibi 5935 Jeanne D'Arc Blvd S, Orléans, Canada

    Strong Towns Ottawa focuses on making fiscally strong places that are self-sustaining, resilient, and nice to live in. Together, we can make a difference in the city we love. Join the local Strong Towns conversation in Ottawa! This is our first east-end hosted social gathering, RSVP is totally optional, just show up, have some drinks/food, …

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  • Pedal and Play – Saturday, May 10

    Going a little further on our second ride. You're welcome to meet the group at Hiawatha Park around 1:50 PM. Start from des Voyageurs School around 1:30 PM.End at Hiawatha Park (1:50 PM)(700 m ride)

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  • Canceled Pedal and Play – Monday, May 19

    Since we will likely not gather a huge crowd on a long weekend (and most of the weekend looks like rain anyhow), we'll plan for something a little different on the holiday Monday, May 19 at 10:00 AM. Meet at the playground near des Voyageurs school, where the kids can do laps of the park, …

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  • Stage 2 LRT Info Session

    The Stage 2 LRT project is in its final stretch of construction. Join us for a virtual information session next month to hear the latest updates, learn about upcoming impacts, and get your questions answered. More info TBD

  • St. Matthew High School Book Drive

    St. Matthew Catholic High School 6550 Bilberry Drive, Orléans, ON, Canada

    This spring, our club is organizing a school-wide book drive fundraiser, and we are extending the opportunity to support this cause to members of our wider community. We are collecting new or gently used books, with a special focus on children's books, board books for infants, French novels, and books that reflect cultural diversity—titles that …

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  • Community Clothing Swap

    Terry Fox Elementary School 6400 Jeanne D'Arc Blvd N, Orléans, ON, Canada

    The CGOWCA Environment Committee is having a free clothing swap! We will promptly pick up clean: To arrange drop-off/pick-up ahead of the event: [email protected]. Leftover items will be donated to local support organizations.

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  • Pedal and Play – Sunday, May 25 at 10 AM

    There is a chance it will still be rainy and cold on Sunday, but we'll tentatively try to get out and give it a try. I'd like to have the same game plan as last week's (also cancelled) ride, ie. stick close to Father Richard Ward park, to give the kids a chance to practice …

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  • Bird Walk at Petrie Island (Walk #1 – 9:00 AM)

    Petrie Island End of Tweddle Road, Ottawa, ON, Canada

    Join the Environment Committee and Bird Friendly Ottawa for a morning discussion and a guided bird identifying walk on Petrie Island! Space is limited and only open to those who have registered. Please bring reusable water bottles and binoculars. This is Walk #1 of 3 planned for May 31st: Bird Walk with Bird Friendly Ottawa. …

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  • Bird Walk at Petrie Island (Walk #2 – 9:45 AM)

    Petrie Island End of Tweddle Road, Ottawa, ON, Canada

    Join the Environment Committee and Bird Friendly Ottawa for a morning discussion and a guided bird identifying walk on Petrie Island! Space is limited and only open to those who have registered. Please bring reusable water bottles and binoculars. This is Walk #2 of 3 planned for May 31st: Bird Walk with Bird Friendly Ottawa. …

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  • Bird Walk at Petrie Island (Walk #3 – 9:45 AM)

    Petrie Island End of Tweddle Road, Ottawa, ON, Canada

    Join the Environment Committee and Bird Friendly Ottawa for a morning discussion and a guided bird identifying walk on Petrie Island! Space is limited and only open to those who have registered. Please bring reusable water bottles and binoculars. This is Walk #3 of 3 planned for May 31st: Bird Walk with Bird Friendly Ottawa. …

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