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All owners of solid-fuel-burning appliances or fireplaces, whether or not their appliance complies with the new by-law , must inform the City by submitting a declaration form. Forms may be submitted online or in person to the Urban Planning Departm......
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Food waste includes all raw, cooked or rotten solid food, soiled paper and cardboard such as paper towels, napkins and tissues, as well as indoor plants. All these are compostable . Composting is a very effective way to reduce landfill waste and......
Read moreCommunity Action Towards Sustainable Rainwater Management The Hydrological Cycle The hydrological cycle is the journey water takes as it circulates from the land to the sky and back again. The construction of homes, extensions and roadways convert......
Read moreAssess needs and avoid overbuilding Do you really need such large floor areas in kitchens, bathrooms or entrance halls? Appreciate your green space: will an addition be a detriment to the enjoyment of your garden? Check out useful information e......
Read moreWhat do I need to do to continue using my wood-burning fireplace? Complete the mandatory declaration You must declare your appliance . This declaration will allow the City to establish a register of solid-fuel-burning appliances used in the ter......
Read moreThe following work does not require first obtaining a building permit, in accordance with the permits and certificates by-law: Replacement of the cladding of a flat roof Repair or replacement of mortar joints Ventilation work, including installa......
Read moreRequired documents A letter from the building owner authorizing the certificate application, if request is made by a third party A copy of a certificate of location indicating the location of the tree to be removed A clear and colour photograph......
Read moreFollow these steps to collect your food waste at home while maintaining a clean bin. Single-family homes and residential buildings up to 8 units Step 1 Keep your green bin clean and dry by placing a few sheets of newspaper or paper towels at th......
Read moreWash your bin with water and a mild detergent. Sprinkle baking soda in the bottom of your bin. Kitchen counter bins can be put in the dishwasher.
Read moreResidential wood burning is the main source of fine particle emissions in Quebec, especially in winter. These particles are associated with respiratory and heart problems, and even premature death, since the World Health Organisation (WHO) has confi......
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