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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 moreGreenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are produced throughout the food supply chain, from production and transportation to disposal. Platforms and companies offer the opportunity to buy food products destined for disposal at reduced prices. Saving food fro......
Read moreQuietness is an essential element of the environmental context of the City of Westmount Horticultural Conservatory. Since space is limited and quiet is the order of the day, disruptive behaviour such as exuberance, noise, fear of other users, or des......
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 moreFood waste is transported to the St-Thomas composting center where it is mixed with wood chips and placed in swaths. As organic waste degrades, it produces heat. The internal temperature of the swath increases to 70°C, which eliminates pathogens. Th......
Read moreParticipation in the composting programme is mandatory for residential buildings of 9 to 29 units . For all other address types in Westmount, participation is not mandatory, but is strongly recommended. Collection programmes for compost and recycli......
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This map contributes to a better understanding of traffic flows. Get an overview of parking regulations, truck traffic routes, school zones and the bicycle network. View the map
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Recyclable materials are materials that can be reintroduced into the production process from which they are derived or into a similar process that uses the same type of material. Recovery is the process of sorting materials at home and having th......
Read moreDomestic composters allow you to produce a natural fertilizer, compost, which can be used to nourish the soil and plants, while reducing the quantity of organic waste (food and garden waste) sent to landfill. Eligible products worm composting bin......
Read moreAccording to the Act respecting the conservation and development of wildlife , it is prohibited to kill or capture a wild animal without first attempting to scare it away or prevent it from causing damage. It is also forbidden to feed animals on p......
Read moreThe City offers its residents door-to-door collections of garbage, recycling, food waste (compost), garden waste and bulky items. Recycling and food waste bins are provided for free. Visit the Waste Collection page
Read moreOrganic materials are materials that are biodegradable by microorganisms, and therefore compostable. These include food waste, garden waste, and other types of waste from industrial and municipal activities.
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Community Events Volunteers assist the City of Westmount’s Community Events Office with a variety of tasks during municipal events. The volunteer will perform tasks such as: Directing visitors and participants Selling promotional merchandise (......
Read moreSeptember 5, 2017 Reference: Victoria Hall and Gallery Booking Policy Victoria Hall is Westmount’s community centre and home to the Community Events Division. This division is responsible for the operation of the building, including the Galler......
Read more211 is an easy to remember (2-1-1) information and referral service available 7 days a week, from 8 am to 6 pm, 365 days a year. Dial 2-1-1. The 211 website of the Greater Montréal will allow to search for social and community services at all tim......
Read moreQualifications : bilingual (French and English). Responsible for educating Westmount citizens on various environmental issues. Conducts door-to-door rounds and visual inspections of the contents of various residual material bins (garbage, recycling......
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In order to carry out work on the water main network, the distribution of drinking water may be interrupted for a short period in your area. As a preventive measure , following work on the water main, the City of Westmount asks the public to&nb......
Read moreTraces of lead are present everywhere in our environment: in the air, in the ground, in dust, in lead-based paint in old buildings, in food such as meat from hunting, and in various consumer goods such as children’s toys where lead is used to fix th......
Read moreTo line your bin, use: Absorbent paper or paper bags Newspaper, leaflets or cardboard boxes Paper food waste bags Certified 100% compostable plastic bags with one of the following certification logos:
Read moreSprinkle baking soda or salt onto your food waste. Hang your bin 18 inches from the ground. Keep the bin in a shelter, inside, or in the refrigerator or freezer until collection day. Apply a mentholated ointment around the opening of your bin.......
Read moreOrganic materials are mainly composed of water. The most important thing to do to avoid odours is to reduce humidity. Wrap your residues in newspaper or cardboard. Double your bin. Alternate wet materials (table scraps) and dry materials (pape......
Read moreOpt in to notifications in the Citizen Portal and never miss a collection date! Create your account or modify your existing one to receive notifications by email or SMS, as you prefer! You will be reminded the day before a scheduled collec......
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Opt in to notifications in the Citizen Portal and never miss a collection date! The City offers residents the option of receiving personalized reminders, via the Citizen Portal , based on the specific collection schedule for their address. R......
Read moreArtisans Westmount is the perfect place to discover one-of-a-kind creations! This juried show is an opportunity to shop and discover high quality, functional goods that are handmade by selected artisans. The event takes place in November each year—......
Read moreProject Summary Work planned : Rehabilitation work on the road and water infrastructure Work area : Grosvenor Avenue, between The Boulevard and the northern limit of the city Start date : May 1, 2026 Estimated duration : 15 weeks Cont......
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