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Following the Preventive Boil Advisory notice, the City of Westmount announces the end of the boil advisory period. Tests carried out in conformity with Québec Environment Ministry standards indicate that the water in your sector is safe to use......
Read moreProject Summary Work planned : Replacement of the main staircase foundations at Victoria Hall Work area : Victoria Hall main entrance (Arlington Avenue) Start date : Week of May 25, 2026 Estimated duration: Until the end of July 2026......
Read moreElectric kick scooters and bicycles are sustainable modes of transportation that also contribute to a healthier lifestyle. Eligible products bicycles for adults or children: hybrid, road, urban, fat bike, touring, with electric assistance, or ele......
Read moreAll 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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In 1901, the first Catholic church in Westmount, Saint-Léon-de-Westmount , was built on farmland purchased from the Grey Nuns. The design of the neo-Romanesque style exterior and the radical modifications made in 1920 are the work of architect G.A.......
Read moreTypes of Advisories There are two types of advisories: preventive and regulatory. Preventive boil-water advisories are issued as soon as there is a pressure drop in the system. This can occur for various reasons, including: planned mainte......
Read moreKnowing how to read and interpret your Hydro Westmount invoice is an excellent way to monitor your exact usage of electricity and track how your conservation efforts can reduce your expenses. Invoice A unique reference number assigned to th......
Read moreWildlife installations can promote wildlife biodiversity and increase pollination of neighbouring plants Eligible products Pollinating insect hotels (bees,butterflies) Bat house Birdhouse Specific conditions The grant does not cover: Fee......
Read moreCollecting rainwater allows you to water your plants and lawn, or even to wash your car, with chlorine-free water. Using rainwater allows you to reduce your use of drinking water. Eligible products plastic or wood rain barrel Note: Any recipien......
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 moreUsing reusable diapers allows to significantly reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill, and greatly reduces that amount of waste a household produces on a daily basis. Eligible products regular diapers: flat, pocketed, preformed, AI123-all-in......
Read moreDisposable and single-use products are often used for a short time, but can take hundreds of years to decompose, harming the environment and wildlife in the process. Opting for reusable products reduces waste at the source! Eligible products wool......
Read moreThese reusable alternatives to disposable personal hygiene products make it possible to significantly reduce the amount of waste we produce. In the long term, they also help you save money. Eligible products Eligible products include reusable mens......
Read moreReduce your consumption or water and energy with the use of a low-flow shower head and toilet. Bidets can reduce the amount of toilet paper used (a product that requires a lot of water to manufacture). Even better, use your bidet along with reusable......
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 moreGenerally, the law does not require an architect (Architects Act, Chapter A-21) for the construction, expansion, reconstruction, renovation, or transformation of the following buildings : A detached single-family dwelling unit having, after the wo......
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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......
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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 moreLeaving a vehicle engine idling is costly to the environment and to you. It pollutes the air you breathe and wastes your money. It’s also illegal. In Westmount, idling your vehicle for more than 3 minutes within a 1-hour period is banned.&nbs......
Read moreBefore being installed in your home, the meter has been inspected by Measurement Canada, just as gasoline pumps and commercial scales. The majority of meters are tested every 12 years (some every 6 years). Once calibrated, the meter is sealed to ens......
Read moreAccording to the By-Law concerning the demolition of buildings, a demolition is defined as an intervention carried out in one or more stages, resulting in the total or partial destruction of the floors, exterior walls, or roofs of an immovable. The......
Read moreAn application for authorization for demolition must be submitted to the authority having jurisdiction by the owner of the immovable to be demolished or his authorized representative, using the form provided for this purpose. This form must be duly......
Read morePartage Club is a Quebec-based application that encourages neighbours to share items instead of buying them. It’s a solution to over-consumption that encourages reduction at the source, while saving you money in the process! Note that a free 3-we......
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 moreIn Quebec, a legal warranty is offered free of charge to consumers for the purchase of any good, including clothing and shoes! An item must, among other things, have a reasonable lifespan and be free of hidden defects, otherwise the merchant or ma......
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