Tag: Orleans

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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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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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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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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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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Greenwashing

A Pathway Alliance ad on a Vancouver bus. These kinds of ads were quickly removed after Bill C-59 passed in Parliament. Amrit Khosla, Environment Committee What is greenwashing and why do businesses do it? After many decades of public concern over the climate warming, the Paris Accord was signed by 196 countries. Resulting from its …

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