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It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Marc Garneau on June 4, 2025. As a sign of mourning and respect, the flags at the City of Westmount’s building will be flown at half-mast to pay homage to a man whose remarkable journey lef......
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The members of Westmount City Council join me in expressing our profound sadness following the antisemitic attack that occurred on December 14, 2025, during a public Chanukah celebration in Sydney, Australia. Innocent people were targeted simply bec......
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These targeted interventions follow thorough inspections conducted by certified arboriculture specialists. The selected trees are in an advanced state of decline due to factors such as natural aging, physiological diseases, structural weaknesses, or......
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Did you know that everyday items like your smartphone, laptop, leaf blower or e-bike can start a fire or set off an explosion? Many devices we use in our day to day life contain lithium-ion batteries, which can pose a real hazard. Without the proper......
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To ensure the safety and peace of mind of all during the holiday season, the visibility and vigilance of Public Safety and SPVM officers will be increased. Patrols will be stepped up as a preventive measure around public gathering places. Westmount......
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The City has been notified that several Westmount residents have received a "Holiday Gratitude" card requesting tips for the ‘‘local garbage man’’ via Interac e-Transfer to a personal email address (see photo below). WARNING: this is an unauthoriz......
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Since 2023, Public Safety Officers have been handing out these kits during colder weather or whenever they encounter someone in need. Each kit includes essential items for hygiene, warmth, and sustenance, such as travel-sized hygiene products, clean......
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The priority of the 2025 campaign is the youth mental health crisis. This national campaign invites Canadians to make a donation by text message, and proceeds will support organizations that offer mental health services for young people. Up to 75%......
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The Library plays a key role in supporting our youth by offering them an environment that fosters learning and personal development. The newly renovated teen section at the Library is designed to provide a welcoming and stimulating environme......
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The rehabilitation and reconstruction of valve chambers on Rue Sherbrooke and Avenue Wood will begin on February 5 and are expected to last for approximately 13 weeks . Work will take place Monday to Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m . These esse......
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Work to repair a water leak will take place on Thursday, March 6, in the alley behind Victoria Hall (4626 Sherbrooke O.). The work will require shutting off water service in the area for part of the day. Parked vehicles in the vicinity of this alle......
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The work aims to improve the infrastructure, including the reconstruction of the street, and the replacement of the water, sewer, gas, and electrical networks. Details of the Work Area affected : Rue Saint-Antoine, between Avenue Atwater and R......
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The work will require shutting off water service in the area for part of the day. Parked vehicles in the vicinity of this alley will be able to exit via the cul-de-sac on Boulevard De Maisonneuve. A signaller will be on site to guide pedestrians an......
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Single-family homes or a residential buildings of 8 units of less, built before 1971, that have not previously been tested by the City, are eligible for Westmount's Lead Sampling Programme. In 2025, up to 250 tests are available and must be perform......
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The project consists of repairing and rebuilding a water main. It will also integrate Westmount Public Works operations. A secondary sewer will be repaired, water connections will be replaced, and utilities and roads will be rebuilt. The approximat......
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Beginning the week of August 4, 2025 , the City of Westmount will launch a resurfacing and sidewalk reconstruction project on Claremont Avenue , north of Avenue Lorraine, as well as on a section of Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Avenue , between Claremont a......
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The gas network replacement work will take place on Redfern Avenue, between Sherbrooke Street and De Maisonneuve Boulevard. During this period, Redfern Avenue will be converted to a one-way street. Énergir crews and contractors hired by the......
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Work description: Reconstruction of lighting conduits and replacement of streetlights Complete reconstruction of sidewalks Expected impacts: Parking prohibited within the construction zone for the duration of the work Pedestrian acces......
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As part of its 2026 Capital Works Programme, the City of Westmount is planning infrastructure work on several streets (see table below) between May and November 2026 . The completion and dates of the work will depend on the awarding of contrac......
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Traffic disruptions are expected in the area between De Courcelle and Lenoir streets , including partial and full closures at various stages of the project. Traffic impacts On Saint-Antoine Street, between De Courcelle and Lacasse street......
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On April 1, 2024, Lucien-L’Allier station had to be closed due to some major renovation work. The work consists mainly in rebuilding the four platforms, which are at the end of their useful life, and in bringing the site up to accessibility and safe......
Read moreDid you know that in Canada, 1.3 million apples are wasted every day? Food waste not only hurts your wallet, it also has a significant negative environmental impact. Plan, use everything, preserve and compost PLAN your purchases and meal......
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Due to a technical issue, the recycling collection scheduled for May 28 was delayed in some areas of the City. These areas will be serviced today, May 29 . Please keep your recycling bins at the street side until collection is complete. Furth......
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The collection and garage sale organised as part of the Trash2Treasure programme, from May 20 to June 2, resulted in the collection of 6.9 tonnes of reusable items (furniture, decorative objects, clothing, etc.) from 96 households , and 642 dona......
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An increase in illegal dumping in public bins has recently been observed in Westmount. The City reminds residents that, per by-law 1475 , it is strictly prohibited to dispose of any private waste (garbage, recycling, compost) in public gar......
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