Jul 12
Ecology Ottawa’s Summer Bioblitz What is a Summer Bioblitz? Ecology Ottawa’s Summer Bioblitz is a 3-day event that challenges you to get outside and explore your nearby surroundings for all kinds of wildlife. Participants will document their observations on iNaturalist, a mobile and web app that allows users to document all the nature they encounter. …
Jan 31
St Moritz Community Rink Many community members have been enjoying the outdoor rink off of St Moritz Drive that is maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers. We have some important kudos and thank yous related to the rink. Several local businesses have stepped up to help make rink maintenance more affordable or to sponsor …
Jan 09
Happy New Year! The Convent Glen-Orléans Wood Community Association wishes everyone a heartfelt Happy New Year. Given the challenges we’ve lived through in 2020, we are all eager to see the finish line of the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite the vaccines that are starting to be given to front-line workers and high-risk groups, we all need …
Mar 01
3rd Annual Community Winter Carnival was a success! On Saturday February 15th, more than 50 community members came out to Jeanne d’Arc Park to enjoy some winter fun together. There were games, maple taffy, and very popular tug of war competitions. Thanks to the dedicated team of rink volunteers, the ice was also in excellent …
Dec 01
CGOWCA 3rd Annual Winter Carnival Our 3rd Annual Winter Carnival will be held in February 2020. Look for more information in the January 2020 newsletter! Are you a walker? Join SNOW MOLES 2019! Age-Friendly Winter Walkability and Pedestrian Safety Audits for Seniors and Other Pedestrians Snow Moles are volunteers who report on what it’s like …