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March 2025 Newsletter

Upcoming Event Ottawa Riverkeeper Presentation – March 5th at 7:30 PM Hosted by the Environment Committee Join …

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The Beat – Heart of Orleans Newsletter – February 13, 2025

The Beat is your guide to the vibrant pulse of our community. It is dedicated to fostering a thriving and connected business district. We aim to showcase the diverse array of businesses, events and initiatives that make our neighbourhood a dynamic and welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike. Do you have some news to share? …

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Laura Dudas – February 2025 Newsletter

The threat of tariffs looms large, and we know that even the threat of tariffs was impacting supply chains and businesses across the country. As shoppers, we always try to be conscious of what we are buying, and whenever possible, prioritize local options. Now, more than ever before, is the time to purchase Canadian products …

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CA is for Change Agent

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Photo by Jopwell on Pexels.com Matthieu Gagnon, Vice-President Since I joined the community association, I have been thinking about what role we should take when it comes to advocating for our community needs, which is one of the elements of our new strategic plan. The community association is in a weird spot …

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New Urbanism in Troubled Times

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Photo by Michael Tuszynski on Pexels.com Matthieu Gagnon, Vice-President I am currently writing this in the wake of Donald Trump’s inauguration. The tableau made it clear that our closest neighbour has been captured by oligarchs who do not have the best interests of their citizens in mind let alone the interests of foreigners …

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Building a Stronger Sense of Community: Why It Matters

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Photo by David McBee on Pexels.com In today’s digitally connected world, it’s easy to feel isolated despite being surrounded by people. Building closer relationships with our neighbors can counteract this isolation and bring numerous benefits to our lives. As a member of the community association, I believe fostering a sense of community cohesiveness …

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Learning About Roundabouts: Steering Towards a Safer, More Efficient Community

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Photo by Altaf Shah on Pexels.com As a proud member of the board of our community association in Convent Glen Orleans Wood, I am a huge proponent of the maintaining the charm and tranquility of our neighbourhood. We all cherish the sense of familiarity and the ease of getting around without needing to …

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Third places in Convent Glen Orléans Wood

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Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh on Pexels.com Matthieu Gagnon, Vice-President The Pumpkin Alley organized by my fellow community association board member, Arnold van den Hoeven, made me realize two important things, our neighbours are generally awesome and we need more of these types of things. The highlight of the event to me was …

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