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Mark your calendars for May 18th when the borough of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension (VSP) will host its annual distribution of flowers and vegetable plants. This popular event, which offers free plants to the residents, will require prior online registration due to...

On Tuesday, April 30th, the district of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension is set to host an engaging event tailored for its younger population, specifically those aged 12 to 17, at the Parc-Extension Library located at 421 Saint-Roch Street. Scheduled from 4:30 PM...

In a move aimed at enhancing the cleanliness operations and infrastructure maintenance activities within the Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension (VSP) territory, local authorities have announced a significant update to parking restriction schedules. Effective April 1, residents and visitors are advised to pay...

In the heart of Montreal, an unexpected early thaw has unveiled a less-than-pleasant sight across its boroughs, including Parc-Extension. As the snow melts away, the city's streets and public spaces have been left littered with the remnants of winter's...

In Montreal in Parc-Extension and in Canada in general, the rise of online shopping has brought with it an unwelcome trend: parcel theft. Dubbed "porch piracy," this issue has seen an uptick across Canada, leaving consumers and retailers in...

In an effort to manage traffic congestion and enhance road safety, the borough administration has implemented significant directional changes on several streets in the Park Extension area.Bloomfield Street: A Shift in DirectionBloomfield Street, operated as a one-way street heading...

Montreal Bar Association Warns Against Fraudulent Immigration LawyersThe pursuit of the Canadian dream can swiftly turn into a nightmare for newcomers who fall victim to fraudulent immigration lawyers, warns David Ettedgui, President of the Montreal Bar. The Park-Extension borough,...

The recent decision by Quebec's Higher Education Minister, Pascale Déry, to increase tuition fees by 33% for non-Quebec Canadian students at McGill and Concordia Universities has sparked a complex debate, extending its influence beyond the directly affected demographic. Students...

In a recent development that has resonated within the community of Park-Extension, the Quebec government has intensified its demands for the federal government to amend the Criminal Code. This amendment is crucial for Quebec to proceed with advanced requests...