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January 2024 Newsletter

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Happy New Year! May 2024 be filled with memorable moments. CGOWCA Bylaws – we need help! In 2021, the provincial government updated the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act. Since the Convent Glen Orléans Wood Community Association is registered as a non-profit in Ontario, we must update our bylaws accordingly. We are looking for assistance from a …

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December 2023 Newsletter

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Outdoor Tennis and Pickleball Strategy The City of Ottawa is offering public consultations (virtually) regarding Outdoor Tennis and Pickleball. Pickleball is currently the fastest growing sport in North America. As such, demand for court space is steadily increasing across Ottawa, while tennis continues to be a well-loved sport in our community. The City has identified …

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November 2023 Newsletter

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City of Ottawa – Budget 2024 The City has dedicated a section of their website to this year’s budget process. It includes a short video that explains the ways you can provide input. Municipalities are responsible for many services that affect our day to day lives like public transit, libraries, Bylaw, Fire and Paramedic services …

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October 2023 Newsletter

Photograph of the community barbeque site. There is a long line up of people in the centre who are waiting to get food at Golden Fries. Along the left side of the photo, there are tents lined up in a row leading to the food truck. Along the right, towards the back of the site, there are more tents with activities and entertainment for attendees.

Annual Community BBQ Wow, we had a wonderful time at our BBQ on September 10! It was lovely to see so many of our neighbours come out and participate. A big thank you to Golden Fries, Trinity Physio, Allegro Music School, Metro Convent Glen, and Councillor Laura Dudas for your support. See you all next year! Where to …

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July / August 2023 Newsletter

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Summer Edition We are putting out a summer edition again this year to give volunteers a summer break.  Our next edition will be coming out around Labour Day weekend.  Thanks for your support. Check out Convent Glen – Orleans Wood’s newest Pollinator Garden! On Thursday, June 22nd, CGOWCA’s Environment Committee unveiled its latest initiative, the …

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