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What a Difference Accessible Infrastructure Makes

I want to give a massive shoutout to the city of Ottawa for continuing to maintain the parts of this path system that they’ve committed to, to the best of their ability (and it has really been solid!). This has made school drop-off every day this winter on foot way easier (not to mention getting …

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Ottawa Riverkeeper Presentation (Environment Committee)

March 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free
Environment Committee

environmentcommittee@cgow.ca

Roy G. Hobbs Community Centre

109 Larch Crescent Orleans, Ontario K1E 1A2 Canada …

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February 2025 Newsletter

Events Upcoming Events Moonlit Cross-Country Ski February 12, 2025 – 7 PM start

Family Day Winter Carnival February 16, 2025 – 1-4 PM Past Events Skate Shack Opening – January 18, 2025 The local volunteers have been working tirelessly this winter to keep the rink maintained, and now until …

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Transforming My Yard: How the Rain Ready Program is Helping Protect Our Community

Rachelle Thibodeau, Environment Committee A few years ago, when I moved to Orleans, I was immediately drawn to the natural beauty of the area, especially the mature trees in our backyard and the river just a short walk away. But when I looked at my front lawn, I realized it wasn’t doing much to absorb …

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The Importance of Community Involvement: Beyond Social Media

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Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Rob Attrell, Outreach CommitteeThis piece is reposted from Living in the Future, my personal website. In today’s digital age, it’s easier than ever to feel connected to our communities through social media. A quick like, comment, or share can give us the sense that we’re actively participating …

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Family Skate / Change Shack Opening

January 18 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

You’re invited to come and celebrate the opening of the heated change shack at the St. Moritz/Jeanne d’Arc Park skating rink(s) this weekend. On Saturday at 12:30, the community association with some help from our councillor Laura Dudas, will be hosting an …

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January 2025 Newsletter

Convent Glen Skating Rink is Open

The Convent Glen skating rink opened on December 22nd, 2024, and has a new change shack in place now that will officially be opening soon. Stay tuned for more details. Pictures and other updates will be posted on the dedicated rink …

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The Jeanne d’Arc Park Skating Rinks are open!

Thanks to all the volunteers for getting the rink(s) opened! Check out all the latest pics and updates from the volunteer rink maintenance crew at the following page: Jeanne d’Arc Park Outdoor Skating Rinks.

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