LIVING IN
POINTE-CLAIRE THE OLIVE-URQUHART SPORTS CENTRE AN ENRICHED SPORTS AND LEISURE OFFER! Details on pages 10 and 11
S U M M E R – FA L L 2022
LIVING IN
YOUR CIT Y COUNCIL
POINTE-CLAIRE SUMMER – FALL 2022
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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
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CITY NOTES
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COMMUNITY
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NEWS
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OLIVE-URQUHART SPORTS CENTRE
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ONLINE PROGRAMMING
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GRANTS
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ARTS AND CULTURE
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ENVIRONMENT
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PUBLIC WORKS
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SECURITY
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RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
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MUNICIPAL BY-LAWS
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MAP OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
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SUMMARY
TIM THOMAS Mayor
ERIN TEDFORD Councillor
PAUL BISSONNETTE Councillor
514-630-1207 tim.thomas@ pointe-claire.ca
District 1 – Cedar / Le Village 514-630-1288 erin.tedford@ pointe-claire.ca
District 2 – Lakeside 514-630-1289 paul.bissonnette@ pointe-claire.ca
KELLY THORSTAD-CULLEN Councillor
TARA STAINFORTH Councillor
CYNTHIA HOMAN Councillor
District 3 – Valois 514-630-1290 kelly.thorstad-cullen@ pointe-claire.ca
District 4 – Cedar Park Heights 514-630-1291 tara.stainforth@ pointe-claire.ca
District 5 – Lakeside Heights 514-630-1292 cynthia.homan@ pointe-claire.ca
BRUNO TREMBLAY Councillor
ERIC STORK Councillor
BRENT COWAN Councillor
District 6 – Seigniory 514-630-1293 bruno.tremblay@ pointe-claire.ca
District 7 – Northview 514-630-1294 eric.stork@ pointe-claire.ca
District 8 – Oneida 514-630-1295 brent.cowan@ pointe-claire.ca
COUNCIL MEETING July 5, August 16, September 6, October 4, November 8 and December 6, 2022 Council meetings are held in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 451 Saint-Jean Boulevard, at 7 p.m. Meetings are webcast and subtitled. The link is available on the City’s website.
MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Dear residents of Pointe-Claire, At the beginning of May, City Council adopted an Interim Control By-Law having the effect of temporarily freezing and allowing to govern or restrict the development of certain city sectors while reflecting on land use planning. This interim control process, which began last February, is part of the desire to hold public consultations during which everyone will be invited to reflect on and define the future of our city together.
TIM THOMAS MAYOR
The objective is to develop a sustainable land use vision for Pointe-Claire, taking into account both the interests of the community and the obligations in the Montréal Urban Agglomeration Land Use and Development Plan. We want an inspiring and shared vision that considers current and future generations and respects the principles of sustainable development. Your participation in these public consultations, in connection with redesigning our Planning Program and planning by-laws, is essential. On another note, I invite you to participate in our events, concerts, shows, exhibitions, and indoor and outdoor activities for the general public this summer. The Olive-Urquhart Sports Centre, open since May 19, is also ready to welcome you to play your favourite sport or discover a new activity, whether alone, with family or friends. We hope that everyone will benefit from this new sports centre of excellence, which offers improved and adapted facilities and equipment. I will conclude by once again sharing my pride that this new sports centre is named in memory of Ms. Olive Urquhart, the first female mayor of Pointe-Claire. This leader and great visionary significantly contributed to the development of our city, especially our industrial park. She is a source of pride for our entire community.
Tim Thomas Mayor
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CIT Y NOTES MULTISERVICE COUNTER The multiservice counter at City Hall (451 Saint-Jean Boulevard) provides a range of services at one location. AT THE COUNTER, YOU CAN:
• Get general information on the City • Fill out a grant or permit application for ash tree felling • Pay your municipal or water taxes • Fill out a grant application for • Purchase promotional items washable diapers or reusable • Get or renew your MULTI Card hygiene products • Get bus or taxi tickets for • Fill out a request for Pointe-Claire eligible seniors
commemorative programs (One Birth, One Memory, One Tree or a plaque on a city bench)
• Purchase a rain barrel or household compost bin, or get a kitchen cone
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Renew your dog licence
• Have documents sworn (by appointment only)
• Pay a fine from the Ville de Montréal
CITY HALL AND MUNICIPAL DEPARTMENTS
Get all the news on Facebook and Twitter, see Pointe-Claire in pictures on Instagram or join our team by checking out the jobs available on LinkedIn. Subscribe to the City’s newsletters for all the news, event details, and registration dates for activities. Visit us at pointe-claire.ca
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Summer hours – May 2 to October 7, 2022 Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. to noon The multiservice counter is open until 7 p.m on Thursdays. Regular opening hours Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The multiservice counter is open until 7 p.m on Thursdays. With the exception of the Inspection – Public Security Department, administrative offices are closed on June 24, July 1, September 5 and October 10, 2022
CIT Y NOTES ONLINE APPLICATIONS
SUBMITTING A REQUEST
Certain permit and certificate applications are available online, allowing you to complete the form, send the required documents and, in some cases, make the payment directly.
You can report a non-emergency situation using your smartphone in just a few clicks.
Fixed-cost permits and certificates are payable online and identified as such. All required documents to be attached to the application must be scanned; no photos of documents will be accepted. The following applications can be made online:
• Extension • New construction • Fence • Mechanical device • Pool or hot tub • Interior and exterior renovations • Replacement or repair of service
1 Download the Voilà ! Signalement free mobile app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) and create your profile. 2 Click Nouvelle demande and select Pointe-Claire. You can attach a photo of the situation you want to report. 3 Select the nature of your request from the choices available. You can report:
Visit the City´s website to fill out an application:
pointe-claire.ca
connections on your property
• Propane tank • Earthwork (levelling) • Driveway or landscaping
Information: Planning Department, 514-630-1206, urbanisme@pointe-claire.ca
• a pothole • a defective street lamp • a recycling or organic waste bin •
to be repaired or replaced
and much more
4 Specify the location of the situation you want to report and submit your request. It will be sent automatically to the appropriate municipal department.
• Boat launch permit Information: Inspection – Public Security Department 514-630-1234, secpub@pointe-claire.ca
• Tree felling (free of charge) Information: Public Works Department, 514-630-1230, tp@pointe-claire.ca
CLAIMS For all claims, you must fill out and send the form available on the City’s website to the Legal Affairs Department and City Clerk’s Office (greffe@pointe-claire.ca) within 15 calendar days of the incident. The form is also available at City Hall. SUMMER - FALL 2022 / 5
CIT Y NOTES IDENTIFICATION TAG FOR YOUR DOG EMILI.NET - a simplified way to get your dog’s registration tag and pay annual fees
Did you know that the identification tag for your dog is mandatory? It is now easier to get one thanks to the online platform Emili.net. In just a few clicks, you can create your account, the profile of your dog(s), schedule vaccination reminders, obtain your dog tag(s), and make your annual payment. You will receive a new identification tag with integrated chip by mail in the weeks following payment, which your pet will wear for life. To register: emili.net Information: 514-630-1300, ext. 1829 taxes@pointe-claire.ca
MUNICIPAL TAXES FOUR PAYMENT METHODS ARE AVAILABLE:
• Financial institution (in person, online or through an ATM)
• Pre-authorized payment plan • City Hall multiservice counter (Interac, cheque or cash) • Sending a cheque by mail in the envelope provided ACCESS YOUR TAX BILL ONLINE:
• View your statements and bills • Receive a reminder about upcoming due dates IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE TO SIGN UP FOR ELECTRONIC DELIVERY OF YOUR TAX BILL:
• Receive an email notification when your tax bill, water
bill or statement of account has been added to your file
• Get a $5 credit on your next tax bill To sign up, go to: pointe-claire.ca/taxation Information: 514-630-1300, ext. 1829, taxes@pointe-claire.ca
WATER TAX Every summer, a team goes around the streets of Pointe-Claire taking water meter readings in residential buildings with six units or less to determine annual drinking water use and issues a bill to the owners based on consumption. This pay-per-use formula promotes individual efforts focused on eco-responsible use and the preservation of this valuable natural resource. Owners will receive their annual bill in September. The rate for 2022 is $1.0091/m³. Payment is required within 30 days.
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CIT Y NOTES HOW TO REACH US
MULTI CARD
CITY DEPARTMENTS
Is your MULTI Card due to expire in the next three months? Renew it now! It is available at no charge and is valid for two years. It allows residents to register for all activities offered by the City and take advantage of special rates and priority passes. To obtain or renew your card, go to the Central Library, Aquatic Centre or City Hall with a recent proof of residence and photo ID.
MAYOR’S OFFICE 514-630-1207 tim.thomas@ pointe-claire.ca CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE 514-630-1237 direction@ pointe-claire.ca
pointe-claire.ca.
LEGAL AFFAIRS AND CITY CLERK’S OFFICE 514-630-1228 greffe@pointe-claire.ca
PROMOTIONAL ITEMS
COMMUNICATIONS 514-630-1200 communications@ pointe-claire.ca
Several items with the City’s logo are available for purchase at the City Hall multiservice counter. Visit Pointe-claire.ca to view the list of promotional items. $25
CITY HALL 451 Saint-Jean Boulevard 514-630-1200
$15
ENGINEERING AND BUILDINGS 514-630-1208 ingenierie@ pointe-claire.ca TAXES 514-630-1300, ext. 1829 taxes@pointe-claire.ca
Black or blue umbrella
PUBLIC WORKS 514-630-1230 tp@pointe-claire.ca PLANNING 514-630-1206 urbanisme@ pointe-claire.ca
$25 Beach towel
INSPECTION − PUBLIC SECURITY 399 Saint-Jean Boulevard 514-630-1234 secpub@pointe-claire.ca
AQUATIC CENTRE 60 Maywood Avenue 514-630-1202 aquatique@ pointe-claire.ca
VOLUNTEER RESCUE UNIT 2A Victoria Avenue 514-630-1224 rescueunit@ pointe-claire.ca
OLIVE-URQUHART SPORTS CENTRE 230, Brunswick Boulevard 514-630-1210 centresportif@ pointe-claire.ca
LEISURE AND CULTURE LEISURE 94 Douglas-Shand Avenue 514-630-1214 recreation@ pointe-claire.ca BOB-BIRNIE ARENA 58 Maywood Avenue 514-630-1211 arenabobbirnie@ pointe-claire.ca CENTRAL LIBRARY 100 DouglasShand Avenue 514-630-1218 bibliotheque@ pointe-claire.ca LIBRARY – VALOIS BRANCH 68 Prince-Edward Avenue 514-630-1219 STEWART HALL CULTURAL CENTRE 176 Du Bord-du-Lac– Lakeshore Road 514-630-1220 stewarthall@ pointe-claire.ca
NAUTICAL ACTIVITIES (ACTIVITIES’ SITE) 90 Du Bord-du-Lac – Lakeshore Road (ADMINISTRATION OFFICE) 75 Du Bord-du-Lac – Lakeshore Road 514-630-1256 nautiques@ pointe-claire.ca CANOE KAYAK CLUB 75 Du Bord-du-Lac – Lakeshore Road 514-630-1256 infocanoe@pointe-claire.ca
AGGLOMERATION SERVICES SPVM (SERVICE DE POLICE DE LA VILLE DE MONTRÉAL) (Station 5) 395 Saint-Jean Boulevard 514-280-0105 pdq5@spvm.qc.ca SERVICE DE SÉCURITÉ INCENDIE DE MONTRÉAL (Station 55) 401 Saint-Jean Boulevard 514-280-1212
Water bottle
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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
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
in distress
Interested in serving the community? The team performs various roles:
• First responder • Civil defender • Search and rescue personnel • Disaster relief personnel
PLEASE NOTE This program does not replace the emegency medical service.
Fill out the application form at www.pointe-claire.ca
POINTE-CLAIRE DAYS CELEBRATING TOGETHER From August 10 to 14, everyone is invited to a great event highlighting the richness of our community. Conferences, family fair, cultural mediation activities, dance workshops are on the agenda for these five days of celebration and activities. On Sunday, August 14, a large, lively family picnic will close this summer gathering. Watch for our posts on social media for programming details.
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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
NEWS MORE ACCESSIBLE COUNCIL MEETINGS
ANDRÉ LALONDE, A CITIZEN WHO SERVED HIS COMMUNITY
To encourage inclusion and accessibility, the City has added closed captioning to online and offline broadcasts of Council meetings. Click the CC icon at the bottom of the screen to view the closed captioning, once the broadcast has started.
On April 3, Mr. André Lalonde was awarded the Lieutenant Governor’s Seniors Medal during a ceremony recognizing the involvement of Québec citizens in their community.
Also, an audio system now lets people with hearing aids follow the proceedings better in the council chamber. Simply ask for it when you arrive for the meeting.
Mr. Lalonde was born in Pointe-Claire and has been working with Pointe-Claire seniors for some 20 years, especially in the context of Canadian Legion activities and at the Senior Centre. Warmest congratulations and sincere thanks for his important contributions to our community!
PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS Over the next few weeks and months, everyone will be invited to participate in public consultations on projects such as land use options related to infrastructure work in Pointe-Claire village; the master plan for parks and green spaces, strategic planning, and future Planning Program. Register on the City’s public consultation platform, Pointe-Claire, its who we are, to participate and follow us on the City’s Facebook page for details on the dates and formats of these consultations!
FROM A CAMPAIGN TO A BENCH With a view to making the municipal electoral campaign greener, last Fall, the City of Pointe-Claire recovered the candidates’ placards to recycle them and transform them. As a result, a new public bench made from recycled material will be installed and benefit the whole community. A plaque will be affixed on the bench to identify it.
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OLIVE-URQUH ART SPORTS CENTRE Located at 230 Brunswick Boulevard and open since May 19, the new Olive-Urquhart Sports Centre invites you to get active in a brand new environment! Gateway to the industrial sector, the centre was named in honour of the former mayor of Pointe-Claire, an exceptional woman to whom we owe major projects for our City. OLIVE LOUISE URQUHART, AN EXCEPTIONAL WOMAN A great visionary, Olive Louise Urquhart was the first female mayor of the City of Pointe-Claire, the second female mayor elected in Québec, from 1954 to 1956 followed by 1958 to 1961. At that time, Anglophone and Francophone mayors alternated every two years. She served as municipal councillor from 1951 to 1954 and from 1956 to 1958. Olive Louise Urquhart considerably and remarkably contributed to Pointe-Claire’s economic development by:
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Planning and development, in full growth, with the construction of public utility services, buildings and Lakeside Heights Elementary School and John Rennie High School Creation of the position of City Manager to ensure the coordination of all of the City’s departments (1955) Construction of the drinking water production plant (1958) to meet the needs of the growing population and a rapidly expanding industrial park, including the Lakeshore Hospital (1959) and the fluoridation of drinking water Definition of the vocation of Stewart Hall as a cultural centre We owe her the development of the industrial park.
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PROGRAMMING The Olive-Urquhart Sports Centre is open Monday to Friday, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. To find out the time slots available for the gym, the spinning room and the pool during the open house days, go to the City’s website. The programming will be enhanced throughout the summer and, as of September, group lessons will be added. Registration for these activities will be done online. Subscribe to Leisure News to find out the dates: pointe-claire.ca
MEMBERSHIPS Three types of memberships are offered to residents and non-residents: a daily membership, a monthly membership or an annual membership. The pool, gymnasium and certain spaces are available for rentals. Information: centresportif@pointe-claire.ca 514-630-1210.
AN ENRICHED SPORTS AND LEISURE OFFER INSTALLATIONS – A PLACE ADAPTED TO THE NEEDS RUNNING AND WALKING TRACK
PHYSICAL FITNESS AND WEIGHT TRAINING
The 150-metre indoor track is for walking or running at your own pace, and you can take advantage of the warm-up area adjacent to the track.
Two rooms with 35 different machines for complete cardio and strength training, for both beginners and the more experienced.
SQUASH
GYM
Two squash courts are available for thrilling matches.
The double gym provides an opportunity to practise a wide range of self-directed activities during specific time slots and for different age groups: pickleball, badminton, floor hockey, soccer, volleyball and basketball.
The West Island YMCA continues to offer group activities and community programs. For more information on the programming, visit ymcaquebec.org/wi For details on the Olive-Urquhart Sports Centre visit pointe-claire.ca
BOXING
A boxing area for those age 14 and older who want to exercise with a punching bag.
SPINNING
The spinning room offers more than 50 stationary bikes to get you moving.
POOL
The walk-in pool has a 15-metre-long section for swimming and a slide. Specific times are available for self-directed lane swimming, recreational swimming and rental.
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ONLINE PROGRAMMING Find all the culture, sports and leisure activities on the City’s website. Programming and registration dates may be modified in accordance with government and public health guidelines related to the COVID-19 pandemic. No leisure and culture guides will be distributed door-to-door or made available in municipal buildings. Go to pointe-claire.ca to find out about the activities and events available. INSCRIPTIONS / LUDIK.POINTE-CLAIRE.CA LIBRARY AND CULTURAL CENTRE FALL 2022 RESIDENTS:
From September 6 at 7 p.m. NON-RESIDENTS:
From September 8 at 7 p.m. The dates are the same for the activities offered at the Noël-Legault Community Centre.
AQUATIC ACTIVITIES
REGISTRATION ASSISTANCE:
FALL 2022
September 6 and 8, from 7 to 9 p.m.
RESIDENTS:
Library: 514-630-1225 Cultural Centre: 514-630-1366 ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS
If the activity is cancelled, the registration fees will be refunded in full. If a participant cancels, a refund will be granted when there is a major reason for cancellation and the request is made before the activity begins.
From August 23 at 7 p.m. NON-RESIDENTS:
ALL ACTIVITIES REQUIRE REGISTRATION. Rates are subject to change without notice. Visit ludik.pointe-claire.ca
REGISTRATION ASSISTANCE:
RESIDENTS: MULTI Card required for each family member to be registered.
August 23 and 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. 514-630-1355
NON-RESIDENTS: Client number required for each person to be registered.
From August 30 at 7 p.m.
SUPPORTING CHILDREN’S PARTICIPATION IN ACTIVITIES With the goal of promoting the participation of all children in the community in sports, culture and leisure activities, the City is offering a financial assistance program for low-income families. The support, in the form of a grant, applies to municipal activities and those offered by non-profit partner organizations. The grants are allocated based on family income. To receive a grant, parents can contact the Culture, Sports, Leisure and Community Development Department at 514-630-1214.
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GRANTS REUSABLE HYGIENE PRODUCTS This grant encourages the purchase or rental of reusable diapers, menstrual products and incontinence products with reimbursements of up to $200. HOW TO OBTAIN THE GRANT:
Fill out the online form (pointe-claire.ca) and return it by email to tp@pointe-claire.ca or go to the multiservice counter at City Hall with the original, a photo or a scanned copy of the following documents:
• Your MULTI Card • Original receipt • Proof of recent payment
(less than six months ago for diapers, less than three months ago for menstrual and incontinence products)
GRADUAL REPLACEMENT OF ASH TREES A felling grant is available for ash trees with a diameter of 25 centimetres or more as part of the emerald ash borer control strategy. Felling is mandatory if a tree is infested with the emerald ash borer and showing signs of decline on 30% or more of its surface. The grant covers 50% of felling costs, up to a maximum of $500 per tree. Since June 2020, felling is permitted year-round. HOW TO OBTAIN THE GRANT:
Support local businesses
• Birth certificate (for diapers) UP TO $200 PER CHILD
Amount available for cloth diapers, swimming diapers, wet bags and fabric to make diapers until the child is 24 months old. UP TO $100 PER PERSON
Amount available for menstrual underwear and cups, washable sanitary napkins, reusable tampon applicators, washable underwear and liners for urinary leaks and incontinence, wet bags, and fabric to make underwear and liners for urinary leaks and incontinence.
1. Fill out a felling permit application online (pointe-claire.ca). 2. An inspector will visit your property to evaluate the trees that need to be felled and make recommendations. The felling certificate will be sent to you free of charge no later than 30 days after the application is filed. 3. Send the receipt detailing the work done for each tree and confirming your payment by email (tp@pointe-claire.ca) or bring it to the City Hall multiservice counter, providing your contact information (name, address, telephone number). The grant does not cover the cost of stump removal.
Ash tree owners should plan for the felling and gradual replacement of ash trees with other species.
For full details on eligibility for grants, visit the City’s website. Information: Public Works, 514-630-1230, tp@pointe-claire.ca SUMMER - FALL 2022 / 13
ARTS AND CULTURE CONTEMPORARY NATIVE ART BIENNIAL (BACA) Every two years since 2012, Pointe-Claire has been showcasing works by Indigenous artists as a partner of the Contemporary Native Art Biennial (BACA) in its art gallery. The event this year was focusing on the theme of “Land Bank” and featured works, lectures and reflections in eight Québec exhibition spaces, including the Stewart Hall Art Gallery, which hosted works of nine artists until June 19.
CREATION OF A MAGICAL FANTASY READING GARDEN Throughout the summer, a unique garden will be created in the grove behind the Central Library The idea for the garden arose following the unfortunate death of an avid reader, Sara Hmouz, at the age of 22. The girl, who used to faithfully visit the library, hoped that her savings could contribute to one of its projects. The entrance to the reading garden will be marked by an arch leading to an inviting place with strange mushrooms and logs for the youngest children to sit down on and dive into a book, while mysterious plants shelter… Who knows… whole villages of invisible elves and gnomes! Once completed, the garden, open to the community, will host Library activities.
The outdoor exhibition goes all summer long at Edgewater Park. Enjoy a walk to discover or rediscover the works on display.
SECOND LIFE FOR A MURAL! The second floor of the Noël-Legault Community Centre welcomes the mural formerly exhibited in the pumphouse (Sieve Room) in the form of a mosaic consisting of its recovered fragments. The mural was made by the Lakeshore Association of Artists for the City Centennial in 2011. When the mural was removed in 2020 because it had deteriorated, given the attachment to the work, the artist Susanne Strater, who had taken part in its creation, had the idea to keep sections that were still in good condition and give the work a second life.
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ARTS AND CULTURE ACTIVITY KITS AT THE LIBRARY
PUBLIC PIANO
Five bilingual activity kits to stimulate the faculties of adults living with cognitive disorders are offered at the Library.
Music lovers and pianists are invited to take advantage of their visit to Pointe-Claire Village to play a few notes or listen to a melody coming from the mobile public piano.
Each unique kit contains objects and documents allowing the practice of varied series of activities, both by people with disorders and accompanying persons. Available for four-week loans, the kits can be requested at the loan desk at the Central Library. Book them on the Library portal by clicking the kit of your choice. For a complete description of each of the kits, select the “Details” tab after clicking a kit.
ART ON THE GROUND New artistic markings will appear during the summer in Hermitage, Cedar Park Heights, and Northview parks, as well as at the intersection of Delmar and Hearne Avenues and on Ashgrove Avenue! Follow the City on social media to see the artists at work.
PUBLIC ART ON FOOT OR BY BIKE The territory of Pointe-Claire is exhibiting approximately ten outdoor works of art in its growing collection that is accessible to everybody. This summer, set off to discover these outdoor scupltures, murals and exhibitions on foot or by bike. View the “Active at Home” page on the City's webpage to discover the circuits designed for this purpose.
Two places will come alive to the sound of notes from passersby, namely Edgewater Park and the green space located at the intersection of Cartier Avenue and Du-Bord-du-Lac—Lakeshore Road. The piano was decorated by Zoé Boivin following a public call for tenders. Her work is entitled Douces festivités (Sweet Festivities).
In addition, the Pointe-Claire works are now part of Art Public Montréal’s bike tours, an invitation to discover Pointe-Claire differently!
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ENVIRONMENT DRINKING WATER, A RESOURCE TO BE PROTECTED Drinking water is a precious resource that we need to preserve! It is therefore important to take action to avoid wasting it:
Purchase a rain barrel. You will have your own water source for washing the car and watering your flowerbeds. It is available at the City Hall multiservice counter for $40.
Learn to appreciate longer grass, which locks in moisture and reduces the need for watering. When necessary, water in the morning or evening.
Use a broom and bucket instead of a water hose to clean your front walk.
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URBAN FAUNA Should we feed animals in urban areas? While we may think we are doing the right thing, we should not feed small mammals, including squirrels or large birds, such as ducks. We are not doing them any favours! This reinforces their dependence on humans and affects their chances of survival in the wild. When animals choose an environment, it is because it provides them with everything they need!
ENVIRONMENT
PRACTISING GRASS RECYCLING Grass recycling is an eco-friendly practice that involves leaving freshly cut grass clippings in place to decompose on the ground.The clippings act as a natural fertilizer and feed your lawn – without cost or effort! THIS PRACTICE PROVIDES MANY BENEFITS:
• Preserves the lawn’s moisture • Nourishes the lawn naturally • Reduces the volume of waste in your organic waste bin • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions, since this waste does not need to be transported
• Helps strengthen the lawn • Reduces watering
REMEMBER YOUR BAG! Running errands? Don’t forget to bring your shopping bag. Whether it’s soft or rigid, cotton or a backpack, whether you bought it yourself, received it as a gift, or made it, the important thing is to bring it. Let’s help make Pointe-Claire an even greener city!
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PUBLIC WORKS THREE TEAMS DEVOTED TO THE ENVIRONMENT This summer, three teams will be added to maintain the quality of our environment: the Waste Management Brigade, the Cleanliness Brigade and the Green Line team. New this year, the Cleanliness Brigade will roam the parks and public spaces to clean and maintain our environment. Once again, the Waste Management Brigade will criss-cross the streets of Pointe-Claire on bikes and share tips to facilitate the proper sorting of waste. It can also answer your environmental questions by phone by appointment. The Green Line is available by telephone, to answer your questions about subjects like ecological lawn maintenance, support for pollinators or the management of undesirable plants, insects or animals. The Green Line is available Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to noon, until August. To reach the Green Line or to make an appointment with the Waste Management Brigade: 514-630-1230, tp@pointe-claire.ca
CONTINUOUS BRANCH COLLECTION
ANNUAL FLUSHING OF THE WATER SYSTEM
The City offers a branch collection service between May 1 and October 31. Branches are collected on a regular basis; there is no need to make a request. Pick-up could take up to 21 days.
This annual system maintenance work flushes out naturally occurring mineral deposits from the interior walls of pipes. It is carried out between mid-April and August 1, between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m., from Sunday to Friday.
IN ORDER FOR BRANCHES TO BE COLLECTED, THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED:
You will receive a notice on a door hanger a few days before maintenance begins to inform you of when the work will take place in your area.
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Place the branches at the curb. The cut end must be facing the street to make them easier to handle. There must not be any debris (soil, roots, metal, etc.) on them.
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They must be 10 cm (4 in.) or less in diameter. Larger branches are accepted at the Ecocentre. All branch piles must be no higher than 1.2 m (4 ft.) and must be spread out.
Recommendations during the work in your area:
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Avoid washing your clothes or dishes between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. If your water is cloudy or discoloured, run the cold water until the water is clear again. If your clothes are stained by cloudy or discoloured water, you can pick up an easy-to-use cleaning product at City Hall (451 Saint-Jean Boulevard). Discoloured water remains drinkable, unless a notice stating otherwise is delivered to your door.
SECURITY THIS SUMMER, I SHARE THE ROAD Throughout the summer, the City invites you to safely share the road. Whether you’re on foot, riding a bike or travelling by car, make sure you are visible, obey traffic signs and be courteous to make the streets more user-friendly and safe. A campaign will be carried out on social media to remind people of good behaviour to adopt. In addition, speed displays will be set up as of early June at various locations in the City, based on recommendations from citizens. An invitation to slow down on our streets!
SIGHT TRIANGLE If your property is located on a street corner, a sight triangle must be kept clear at all times for the safety of all road users. It is a mandatory clearance zone to ensure a clear field of vision for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians for everyone’s safety. Since January 2015, planting new trees, shrubs or hedges within the sight triangle is prohibited. WHAT IS PERMITTED IN THIS ZONE?
• Any existing fences, hedges, or landscaping elements with a maximum height of 91 centimetres (3 feet) measured from the street level
• Any existing trees with no branches or leaves 1 to
3 metres (3 to 10 feet) above the public right-of-way
For any questions, contact the Inspection – Public Security Department at 514-630-1234 or at secpub@pointe-claire.ca.
Property line
6m Clear sight triangle
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RESIDENTIAL SERVICES WATER CLOSING AND OPENING – RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL SECTORS A service to open or close water shutoff valves is available for residences and businesses. Whether it is for repairs or renovations, please provide at least 48 hours’ notice before starting the work (unless it is an emergency) so that we can verify the condition of your water shutoff valve. The service is offered free of charge during regular hours. At any other time, there is a fee of $375.19.
SEWER CLEAN-OUT The sewer clean-out inside your home must be accessible and in good condition. The cap must not be covered with cement, rust, or any other material, and must be easy to manipulate. The sewer clean-out is located where the sewer pipe exits the house (usually near the water meter) and has a 45° angle so that a rigid rod can be inserted for unblocking.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION VALVE Installed on the private side of the service line leading to the sewer, this device is mandatory and is designed to prevent basement flooding in the event of a sewer backup. It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the valve is in proper working order. Here are a few precautions to take:
• Regularly check that the valve is not stuck in an open position due to blockage or malfunction.
• In case of heavy rain, avoid flushing the toilet or running the water. Too much water can cause the valve to open and the sewer to back up into your home.
For more information, contact Public Works at 514-630-1230 during office hours. For all emergencies outside regular business hours, contact Inspection – Public Security at 514-630-1234.
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SERVICE CALLS FOR SEWER BLOCKAGES On request, the City will clear blocked sanitary sewers. If the work being done is the responsibility of the property owner and is carried out during regular work hours, a rate of $773.83 will be charged. At any other time, the rate will be $1,025.90.
These rates are for 2022. They include administrative fees and are subject to change without notice.
MUNICIPAL BY-LAWS TIGHTENING OF THE BY-LAW ON DOGS
POOLS AND SPAS
For public safety reasons, the municipal by-law on dogs has been tightened to reflect the new provincial regulations. From now on:
Access control surrounding pools or ponds with a depth of 45 cm (18 in.) or more must be maintained at all times.
• All dog owners must register their
pet on the Emili.net platform within 30 days of its acquisition or before the dog reaches the age of 3 months. The owner will be mailed a tag, that the dog must always wear for its entire life. Registration fees must be paid every year thereafter.
• Unless they are in a private fenced
area or in an exercise area reserved for dogs, dogs must be kept on a leash of less than 1.85 m (6 ft.) at all times.
• Masters are required to pick up their animal’s excrement and dispose of it in a trash can.
• A potentially dangerous dog
is subject to strict rules, in particular the use of physical control devices, when in public places and around a child under 10 years of age.
• Penalties ranging from
$200 to $20,000 are provided for depending on the seriousness of the violations and for each violation. pointe-claire.ca
Whether inground, semi-inground, above-ground or temporary, the pool must be equipped with a ladder or stairs and an enclosure to restrict access, as well as a safety control when the facilities are adjacent to a building. Hot tubs must be equipped with a closed and locked cover when not in use or with an authorized enclosure. Before any installation of pools, spas or ponds with a depth of 45 cm (18 in.) or more, it is necessary to obtain a certificate of authorization from the Planning Department. A process of harmonizing municipal bylaws governing pools with the provincial legislation is in progress. Details will follow. pointe-claire.ca
If there is a discrepancy between the explanations on this page and the by-law, the wording of the by-law will prevail.
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