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Discover Valuable Canine Insights: Free Workshop by Expert Behaviorists
At Jarry ParkFor dog owners looking to enhance their bond with their furry companions, there's an enlightening event worth marking on their calendars. On Wednesday, August 23, 2023, between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM, an exceptional opportunity awaits the...
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$3 million in projects for youth in VSP
As part of the call for projects "Prévention Montréal," the borough of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension presented the selected projects from its organizations, totaling nearly $3 million.The projects, targeting children and young people under 30 years old and their parents living in...
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‘Street Harassment is No’ Campaign Mobilizes SPVM, the City of Montreal and STM
The City of Montreal, in collaboration with the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) and the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), has taken a strong stand against street harassment with the launch of their campaign...
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Summer fun: Free Activities in VSP
Throughout the summer of 2023, children and adults will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of fun activities and enjoy outdoor performances in the parks and public squares of the Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension borough according to a recent borough...
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Stricter Penalties for Mobile Phone Use While Driving
Using a mobile phone while driving has been strictly prohibited since June 1, 2023. Since June 30, 2018, the use of a phone or any other portable electronic device while driving is strictly punished. The fine amount has increased...
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Traffic calming in Park-Ex
VSL is announcing the further steps of its traffic calming plan which plans to enhance the tranquility and quality of life in the neighbourhoods, improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists, reducing the amount of through traffic in residential streets,...
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Increase in fires caused by lithium-ion batteries
The City of Montreal has observed a dramatic rise in the number of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries over the past year. This phenomenon could be attributed to the growing popularity of electric bikes and scooters that are more...
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A traffic quagmire in Park-Ex
Navigating through Park-Extension (Park-Ex) in Montreal has become an arduous and challenging experience for motorists. The city's ongoing water pipe replacement project has resulted in the closure of Jean Talon Street, stretching from L'Acadie to Champagneur. As a consequence,...
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Study reveals one in five households in Greater Montreal struggle to meet basic needs
One in five households in Greater Montreal cannot meet their basic needs, according to a study by Centraide. The study reveals that 360,000 households in the region, stretching from Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu to the northern suburbs, do not have sufficient income...
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Organizing a Yard Sale in Park-Ex
If you find your drawers overflowing and want to part ways with personal items that are still in good condition, organizing a yard sale, commonly known as a garage sale, can be a great solution.In Parc-Extension, yard sales are...