Welcome to Orton!


Neighbros

For more than 50 years the Orton Community Association has been creating community, welcoming neighbours and fostering community pride. The OCA is a non-profit, charitable group run by extra-Orton-ary volunteers living in Orton, whose objectives are to:

  • Encourage positive and meaningful connections with others via neighbourhood and community events
  • Promote healthy, active lifestyles for all members of our community
  • Foster and develop community pride

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News & Announcements

March 29, 2023: Yoga classes run every Monday until May 8. No experience necessary, and suitable for beginners. Come out and try it! It's actually not that hard (written by someone who had never done yoga before!!!).

March 24, 2023: Thank you to all our community volunteers who helped with flooding our rink. Despite the variable weather challenges, we had some great outdoor skating, and many members of our community enjoyed used our rink.

Events

Yoga Classes

STARTING FEBRUARY 6

Yoga classes will run Mondays, starting February 6 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. Suggested cost is $10/session or pay what you can. Bring a yoga mat, water and wear comfortable clothing. Email Fiona for more information.
secretary@orton-community.com

Easter Brunch

Easter Sunday, April 9

Service starts at 9:30am with a brunch served afterwards in Atson Hall. Donations gladly accepted.

Dance Class

Friday, April 21, 2023, 7pm to 8:30pm

Join us as Dorri teaches swing and dance for couples in Atson Hall. Come in a pair or if you need a partner, let us know. The first class is free to try. If you have questions, email Fiona for more information.
secretary@orton-community.com


GREAT BIG Orton Sing-A-Long!

Saturday, April 29, 2 PM

Lend your voice as we re-record the "Welcome to Orton" song and have a sing-a-long to songs that are submitted by the community. Pop, rock ballads, folks songs or whatever your favourite is, add it to the list. If you play an instrument you are welcome to bring it! As they say, “The best way to spread spring time cheer is singing out loud for all to hear!”

Request A Song

Watch the Video of the Orton Song

Orton Euchre Nights - New Dates Announced

March through June

Euchre in Atson Hall. Admission $4. Refreshments provided. Starts at 7:30 PM.

Dates:
- March 17
- March 31
- April 14
- April 28
- May 12
- May 26
- June 2
- June 16
- June 30

Orton Trivia Night

Coming in May, Date TBA

What was Orton called before it was Orton?

Join us for a fun night at the Orton Trivia contest! Questions will include geography, history, arts, science and sport - with some local Orton trivia and Canadiana. Compete in teams, win prizes - who will be the Orton Trivia Champion?

Sign up your team today! Click here for RSVP.

Get Involved

We're always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with our programs and projects. If you'd like to get involved please contact Fiona: secretary@orton-community.com or call Cathie at 519-855-4243.

If you have ideas for events, programs, fundraising ideas or other suggestions please get in touch!