COMMUNITY

POINTE-CLAIRE VOLUNTEER RESCUE UNIT

Since 1951, the City of Pointe-Claire has been able to count on a dedicated team of volunteers who serve the community: the Pointe-Claire Volunteer Rescue Unit (PCVRU). This team of some 30 members is prepared to support the City during its events or respond to emergencies or incidents that threaten public health and safety: • Power outages, high winds, storms, floods, etc. • First aid at special events • Search and rescue for missing persons or people in distress

Interested in serving the community? The team performs various roles: • First responder • Civil defender • Search and rescue personnel • Disaster relief personnel Fill out the application form at pointe-claire.ca

FRIENDLY HELLO

DID YOU KNOW?

The Aid for Seniors program offers a toll-free phone call service to Pointe-Claire residents aged 65 and over. Friendly Hello is a phone call two or three times a week to help break isolation. If you are interested in this program or if you know someone who would like to receive a friendly phone call during the week, contact us today: 514-630-1248

PLEASE NOTE This program does not replace the emergency medical service.

AUTOMATED ALERT SERVICE

Stay well informed! Sign up for the City’s automated alert service and make sure we can reach you quickly when alerts and general advisories are issued by phone (call or text) or email: pointe-claire.ca