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Renovations at Ray Friel Recreation Complex Our beloved Ray Friel is under construction. But don’t worry, there’s a lot to look forward to! Both the fitness/cardio area and the pool are undergoing annual maintenance and the pool is also receiving some much needed construction!What you can look forward to:
- New Wave Machine: full replacement of the 33 year old wave machine!
- Full Sauna Renovation: including new floors and benches!
- Deep Cleaning and Painting: of both areas!
- Re-arranging of gym equipment: for improved accessibility!
Re-opening dates:
- Fitness/Cardio Area: September 29th
- Pool/Sauna: November 3rd
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Roundabout EtiquetteIt’s important to remember the rules of the road when driving through roundabouts!Approaching:
- As you approach the roundabout, look for signage to choose your exit. Choose which lane to use as you would for any other intersection. Use the left lane to turn left or to go straight. Use the right lane to turn right or to go straight. Do not enter a roundabout from the right lane if you want to turn left. Cyclists generally keep to the centre of the appropriate lane, or dismount and use the roundabout as a pedestrian would.
- Slow down and watch for pedestrians on the approach to the yield line at the entrance of the roundabout. Stay in your lane.
Entering:
- Visual checks: Do visual checks of all vehicles already in the roundabout and those waiting to enter (including cyclists).
- Look left: Traffic in the roundabout has the right-of-way. When preparing to enter the roundabout, pay special attention to the vehicles to your left. Adjust your speed or stop at the yield sign if necessary.
- Adequate gap: Watch for a safe opportunity to enter the roundabout. Enter when there is an adequate gap in the circulating traffic flow. Don’t enter directly beside another already in the roundabout, as that may be exiting at the next exit.
- Travel counter-clockwise: Once in the roundabout, always keep to the right of the central island and travel in a counter-clockwise direction.
- Keep moving: Once you are in the roundabout, do not stop except to avoid a collision; you have the right-of-way over entering traffic. Do not change lanes while in the roundabout. If in the inside lane and you miss your exit, you must continue around until you meet your exit again.
Exiting:
- Signal: Be sure to signal your exit and watch for pedestrians.
- Maintain your lane: Stay to the left if you entered from the left lane, or stay to the right if you entered from the right lane.
- Maintain your position: Maintain your position relative to other vehicles.
- Signal intent to exit: Once you have passed the exit before the one you want, use your right-turn signal.
- Left lane exit: If exiting from the left lane, watch out for vehicles on the right that continue to circulate around the roundabout.
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Aqua Tots Grand OpeningI’m thrilled to share some wonderful news for our community: Aqua-Tots Swim School has opened its new facility at Place d’Orléans! Please join me in welcoming Rebecca and her dedicated team, along with the architects and contractors, who have turned this vision into a place where children and newcomers alike can learn life-saving skills with confidence.Here’s what Aqua-Tots at Place d’Orléans offers, and why it’s such a gift for our neighbourhood:
- Lessons for children from as young as 4 months up to 12 years.
- Small class sizes — typically 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio in group lessons.
- Heated, indoor pool and a comfortable viewing area for parents.
- Flexible scheduling, make-up lessons, evening & weekend options.
- A proven curriculum, progression through levels, and well-trained instructors.
Aqua-Tots Swim School, Place d’Orléans
110 Place d’Orléans Dr., Unit 1123, Orléans, ON K1C 2L9
Phone: (613) 801-9101
To learn more or to enroll, visit: www.aqua-tots.com/orleans |
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In the Community – September 2025
Roy Hobbs Senior’s Club Meet & Greet
Dave Lewis Street Naming
Orléans Family Fun Day
Rosh Hashanah BBQ |
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Exciting things are happening in Orléans!On the first Sunday of the month from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM at 290 Centrum Blvd you’ll find the Heart of Orléans Market! Support amazing local vendors, enjoy fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious treats, and connect with our vibrant community. It’s a perfect way to spend your Sunday morning!
Let’s come together to celebrate local and keep the heart of Orléans thriving! |
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2025 Ottawa Book Awards Finalists Congratulations to this year’s nominees whose works — in English and French — explore identity, history, family, and the human condition. Winners will be announced Saturday, November 15 at 7 p.m. at Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe.Full list of finalists here: https://shorturl.at/1oxVS
Let’s celebrate the incredible literary talent in our city! |
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