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Homes & Life - Orleans Orléans, Ontario, is a vibrant suburban community located just east of Ottawa.

Known for its strong sense of community, residents enjoy access to scenic parks, bike trails, and the nearby Ottawa River.

Every person in Orléans has a story. 🏡Maybe you grew up here, moved here for family, found your first home here, or simp...
10/07/2026

Every person in Orléans has a story. 🏡

Maybe you grew up here, moved here for family, found your first home here, or simply fell in love with the community.

What brought you to Orléans?

Sometimes the most beautiful places are the ones hiding in plain sight. ✨Tucked right here in Orléans, Princess Louise F...
10/05/2026

Sometimes the most beautiful places are the ones hiding in plain sight. ✨

Tucked right here in Orléans, Princess Louise Falls is a reminder that you don’t have to travel far to find peaceful moments in nature.

Whether you’re looking for a quiet walk, a place to slow down, or simply a new spot to appreciate the season — our community has so many little gems waiting to be discovered.

What’s another hidden gem in Orléans that more people should know about?

👇 Tell us your favourite!

Fall markets have a way of bringing people together. 🍂They’re not just about picking up fresh produce or finding somethi...
10/02/2026

Fall markets have a way of bringing people together. 🍂

They’re not just about picking up fresh produce or finding something unique — they’re about seeing familiar faces, supporting local makers, and enjoying the community around us.

From seasonal treats to handmade goods and local favourites, Orléans has some wonderful opportunities to slow down and enjoy the season.

Save these dates and make a little time to explore something local this fall. 🤎

(Event details may change, so please confirm with organizers before attending.)

Which Orléans market do you look forward to every year?

Sometimes the best moments are the simple ones. 🍂A quiet walk, the crisp autumn air, the colours changing around us — li...
09/30/2026

Sometimes the best moments are the simple ones. 🍂

A quiet walk, the crisp autumn air, the colours changing around us — little reminders to slow down and enjoy the season we’re in.

What’s your favourite thing about fall in Orléans? 🤎

There’s something special about autumn in Orléans. 🍂The mornings feel a little quieter, the trails get a little more col...
09/28/2026

There’s something special about autumn in Orléans. 🍂

The mornings feel a little quieter, the trails get a little more colourful, and it’s the perfect reminder to slow down and enjoy the little things close to home.

Whether it’s a walk by the water at Petrie Island, grabbing a seasonal drink from a local café, browsing a market, or discovering a new favourite restaurant — sometimes the best weekends don’t require a big trip.

They’re already waiting right here in our community. 🤎

What’s one thing on your Orléans fall bucket list this year?

👇 Share your favourite local spots!

𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 🧁 | 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘁There’s something so special about a new local business opening its doors (o...
09/26/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 🧁 | 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘁

There’s something so special about a new local business opening its doors (or, in this case, its cart!) right in the neighbourhood.

Introducing Buttered Berry Bake Cart, a new sweet addition to Blackburn Hamlet serving homemade baked treats from a neighbourhood self-serve cart. 🤍

Small businesses like this bring a little more connection into our communities — a place to stop by, discover something delicious, and support someone’s passion and hard work.

We love seeing new local ideas pop up around Orléans and can’t wait to see this spot become part of the Blackburn Hamlet community.

Have you stopped by yet? What treat would you pick first? 🧁

📍 8 Diceman Crescent, Blackburn Hamlet

Bytown turns 200 years old tomorrow! 🎉Check out the festivities! ⬇️
09/25/2026

Bytown turns 200 years old tomorrow! 🎉Check out the festivities! ⬇️

07/13/2026

Head's up!! 🌡️☀️🌫️🌦️

‼️Ottawa ResidentsOttawa’s city-wide Giveaway Weekend takes place on Saturday and Sunday. Residents place gently used, u...
05/29/2026

‼️Ottawa Residents

Ottawa’s city-wide Giveaway Weekend takes place on Saturday and Sunday. Residents place gently used, unwanted household goods at their curbs for others to take for free, reducing landfill waste.

📅 The Details
When: Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2026
Where: City-wide (front curbs across Ottawa)
Time: Anytime throughout the day.

Leftover items must be removed from the curb by Monday morning.

🛠️ What to Give Away (and What to Avoid)You can set out nearly any durable, reusable item.

Allowed: Books, CDs, DVDs, children's toys/clothes, working furniture/small appliances, tools, kitchenware, bicycles, plants, and sporting equipment.

Not Allowed: Do not leave cribs, car/booster seats, baby gates, helmets, mattresses, bedding, or food on the curb.

🛍️ Etiquette & TipsMark items with a sign or sticker that says FREE.Make sure any items you want to keep are safely tucked away so treasure hunters don't accidentally take them.Respect property lines—do not walk on people's gardens or lawns.

Leftover items should be brought back inside and donated, not left at the curb.

Check out the full list of rules on the City of Ottawa Giveaway Weekend page. http://bit.ly/433FLrb

05/22/2026

Closures & Traffic Impacts | Ottawa Race Weekend ⛔🚧

There will be multiple closures on parkways and roadways from this weekend, as tens of thousands of runners participate in Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend.

Plan ahead, check closures, and go cheer on your favourite runners! Impact on our programs:

Saturday, May 23:
🚫 Weekend Bikedays will be cancelled
🚍 No impact on the Gatineau Park shuttle

Sunday, May 24:
🚫 Weekend Bikedays will be cancelled
🚍 The Gatineau Park shuttle won’t serve Pīndigen Park or the Canadian Museum of History

Details: https://ncc-ccn.gc.ca/closures/closures-on-ncc-parkways-driveways-and-bridges-for-the-tamarack-ottawa-race-weekend?utm_source=facebook&utm_post=cf232343-70bf-473d-b2c0-fa261e7f5220

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