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If you're planning to set up a temporary car shelter this winter, it’s essential to understand the rules and regulations that apply in your borough to ensure both compliance and safety. Fortunately, no permit is required to install this...

A vibrant new mural now adorns the walls of La Maison Bleue in the Parc-Extension neighborhood, adding a splash of color and a message of solidarity to the community. The artwork, a collaboration between renowned artist PONY and muralist...

Laurence Lavigne Lalonde, the Mayor of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension, has announced the borough’s 2025 budget, presenting what she describes as a balanced and responsible financial plan. According to Lavigne Lalonde, for the second consecutive year, the borough has managed to balance...

The Mayor of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension, Laurence Lavigne Lalonde, has announced a slight reduction in the local tax rate for 2025. The new rate is set at 0.0507 per $100 of property assessment, marking a decrease from the 2024 rate of...

No Relief Expected Anytime SoonThe traffic situation in Greater Montreal affecting the already crowded borough of Parc-Extension has reached extreme levels this year, with the return to school and work creating chaos on the roads. Drivers are finding themselves...

In a case that sheds light on the ongoing challenges in Parc-Extension, a landlord was recently ordered to pay over $3,500 in compensation to an immigrant family for failing to maintain safe living conditions. The family, who had been...

Ensemble Montréal, the official opposition party at City Hall, has issued a strong critique of the Plante administration’s handling of city-owned vacant buildings and its sluggish progress in addressing the housing crisis. City Councilor for Parc-Extension, Mary Deros, voiced...

In a city known for its diversity and cultural richness, some of Montreal’s most cherished neighborhoods are experiencing a dramatic shift in their real estate markets. Areas that were once seen as affordable havens for new immigrants and working-class...

In recent developments, the Quebec government, led by Labor Minister Jean Boulet, is taking significant steps to address the persistent issue of poorly constructed condominiums, which have been a source of distress for many new homeowners. This move is...

As Quebec's economy shows signs of recovery, the effects are being felt across the province. The Desjardins Leading Index (DLI) has reported a 0.5% rise for two consecutive months, indicating that Quebec's economic foundations are strengthening after a turbulent...