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Enough is Enough: Quebec Cracks Down on School Violence—What It Means for Parc-Extension

Quebec is taking a hard stance against school violence with the launch of its first-ever Violence and Bullying Prevention Week, aiming to instill respect and accountability in students across the province. This initiative is part of a broader government...

SPVM Launches Recruitment Drive for Diversity-Focused Police Training Program

The Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) is actively seeking candidates for its AEC Diversité policière et profil social program, an initiative aimed at increasing diversity within law enforcement. The program is designed to attract individuals...

Grandparent Scam: A 33-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 36 Months in Prison

In October 2023, the Montreal Police Service (SPVM) arrested a 33-year-old man from Saint-Jérôme for his alleged involvement in a fraud network targeting seniors. Last week, he was sentenced to 36 months in prison.The SPVM’s Economic Crimes Section gathered...

Montreal’s parc-extension gathered to mourn the loss of community advocate Leonora King

The Parc-Extension neighborhood of Montreal gathered on February 22nd to remember Leonora Indira King, a dedicated community worker whose efforts to support immigrant women left an indelible mark. King passed away on December 21, 2024, after a brief period...

New immigration law help center brings hope to Parc-Extension’s vulnerable communities

On February 5th, a new immigration law information center opened its doors in the Parc-Extension neighborhood, offering a beacon of hope to individuals struggling with immigration-related uncertainties. Managed by law students under the guidance of specialized lawyers, the center...

MIL Montréal: A New Level Crossing Connecting Parc-Extension and Outremont

The City of Montréal has taken a significant step toward improving mobility in the MIL Montréal sector by approving an agreement with the Canadian Pacific Railway Company for the construction of a new level crossing. This initiative is part...

Montreal Police Seek Greater Diversity in Recruitment Effort

The Montreal Police Service (SPVM) has launched a recruitment initiative aimed at increasing diversity within its ranks, a move that could have particular significance for neighborhoods like Parc-Extension, where multicultural representation in law enforcement has long been a subject...

Rising Rents and Housing Scarcity: Park-Extension Residents Cautioned

Montreal’s escalating rent crisis is putting additional pressure on tenants, particularly in neighborhoods like Park-Extension, where affordability is becoming an increasing challenge. With steep rental increases and limited options, the city is advising residents to reconsider moving this year.As...

Speaking the language of care: how a Park-Ex clinic is breaking barriers

In the heart of Montreal’s Parc-Extension neighborhood, a local clinic is making significant strides in bridging language gaps to ensure equitable health care for all. With a highly diverse patient base, many of whom have recently immigrated to Canada,...

The Civic Importance of the Festival Sportif de Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension

The Festival Sportif de Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension is more than just a day of sports and fun; it is a powerful civic initiative that fosters community engagement, inclusivity, and youth development. Scheduled for February 15, 2025, this annual event will see...