Community Association
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 …
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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 …
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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.
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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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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 …
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Apr 21
Photo Source By Chantal Boudreau, Environment Committee Spring is finally here, and with it comes Spring Cleaning! Here are 10 spring cleaning activities to help make the most of your efforts while supporting the environment! Leave the leaves! Did you know that pollinators native to Ontario overwinter in our gardens and …
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Apr 12
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Most of us have heard the phrase “Buy Local.” It’s a feel-good reminder that shopping close to home supports small businesses and keeps money circulating in our community. And in Convent Glen – Orléans Wood, we’re lucky to have a growing number of independent shops, markets, and services …
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Mar 29
Upcoming Events Earth Day – Cleaning the Capital Event Environment Committee April 26 from 9 AM – 12 PM at Golden Fries Join the Environment Committee this year at the Convent Glen Shopping Centre, in the parking …
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