Once again, the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge will be closed heading towards Montreal over the weekend. So, traffic will be blocked on Highway 40 East from 11 p.m. on Friday until 5 a.m. on Sunday morning. "This closure is necessary to carry out repairs on a damaged section of the deck," said the Ministry of Transportation and Sustainable Mobility ..read more

City of Vaudreuil-Dorion Launches Borrowable Trash Pickers for Community Clean-Ups! In a bid to foster community involvement and environmental responsibility, the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion has introduced a groundbreaking initiative: borrowable trash pickers available at the municipal library. Residents of Vaudreuil-Dorion now have an accessible means to organize and participate in clean-up operations within their neighborhoods or local parks, thanks to this innovative program. The launch of borrowable trash pickers signifies the city's commitment to empowering residents to take proactive ..read more

Attention: Food Recall Notice The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food (MAPAQ), in collaboration with Aliment Stabile, operating within Salami Mondial's premises at 3405 Boulevard de la Concorde, Laval, advises against consuming the products listed below due to potential Staphylococcus aureus contamination. These products were sold in various establishments in Montreal, Laval, and Lanaudière. The salami was vacuum-sealed in transparent plastic packaging, sold refrigerated. The operator is recalling the affected products as a precautionary measure. If you have any of these products, do ..read more

Pointe-Claire, QC. To address what has been described as a dysfunctional city council, Pointe-Claire's elected officials have taken a bold step by passing a resolution seeking assistance from the Quebec Municipal Affairs Department. The move comes amidst growing concerns over the conduct and efficiency of the council.  The resolution, spearheaded by councillor Kelly Thorstad-Cullen and supported by councillor Paul Bissonnette, underscores the pressing need for external intervention to assess the city's current challenges and devise a stra ..read more

Exciting news for Vaudreuil-Dorion residents! The local Walmart, closed since February 20th due to a criminal fire, is set to reopen its doors on May 16th. Investigators suspect arson as the cause of the blaze, which caused significant damage to the store on de la Gare Boulevard. Walmart Canada took advantage of the closure to undertake a planned renovation, including new signage and an expanded grocery department. The restoration has been a massive undertaking, with the Walmart team working tirelessly to clean up and restock the shelves with new inventory ..read more

Air Canada employees allegedly masterminded a $22.5 million gold and cash heist at Toronto Pearson International Airport. Peel Regional Police, with ATF, made multiple arrests and seized firearms. Two suspects, including Parmpal Sidhu, are charged. The investigation reveals a well-orchestrated operation within and outside the airport. #TrueCrime #Heist #AirCanada ..read more

The best way to improve at playing hockey is, well, playing hockey! However, you won’t always have access to a rink or be able to get to one. Fortunately, you can get better at hockey while at home. Learn how by reading on! Develop Your Overall Physical Fitness Physical fitness is fundamental for a hockey player. Focus on enhancing your strength, agility, and endurance through home workouts. Incorporate exercises that improve leg strength and power for more explosive skating. Work on your core stability and balance, as these are crucial for maintaining control and poise on the ice. By dedi ..read more

  Michael Leclair - Pierrefonds Community Project By Isabella Belafi   When Michael Leclair received a phone call offering a job that supports children from families in need, he didn't hesitate. His passion for kids led him straight to an organization helping immigrant families settle in Montreal.   Leclair has always been passionate about helping young people. He was previously an executive director at Love Quebec, an organization that works with teenagers who have experienced violence or bullying.   “That was a tougher situation, because the organization focuses on bein ..read more

In an exciting development, Héma-Québec has announced a new partnership with CIUSSS de l'Estrie–CHUS, CIUSSS de la Mauricie-et-du-Centre-du-Québec, and CHU de Québec–Université Laval. This collaboration aims to enhance the process of human tissue donation by appointing local coordinators within each institution. These coordinators will be tasked with identifying potential donors, facilitating referrals to Héma-Québec, and liaising with families of deceased individuals. The ultimate goal is to increase donation opportunities and improve the supply and quality of tissue donations in Québec ..read more

Amidst the ongoing economic challenges, West Island Mission finds itself at the forefront of meeting the escalating needs of our community. With demand surging, the organization is gearing up for a crucial relocation to a larger facility, set to be completed by June 2024. Viewing this move as an opportunity for growth and enhanced community service, West Island Mission is doubling down on its commitment to support those in need. The expanded space will enable a significant increase in capacity, allowing the organization to serve more individuals and families effectively. In a strategic mo ..read more