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Join our Film Club where we will watch a great film on our large screen in a relaxed atmosphere. The Christophers (2025) Once a prominent figure of the 1960s London art scene, Julian Sklar has retreated into a self-imposed seclusion.......
Read moreAny filming project must comply with by-law 1313 regulating filming permits. Online Application for filming permit By-Law 1313 Urban Planning Department 4333 Sherbrooke Street West Westmount, Quebec H3Z 1E2 Telephone : 514 989-521......
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Required Documents Documents indicated by an asterisk (*) are required. *A letter describing the scope of the proposed work *A letter from the building owner authorizing the application, if the request is made by a third party *A letter from th......
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The City would like to remind all residents of a few simple but effective habits to help protect their homes and prevent break-ins. These everyday actions can make a real difference in keeping their households safe. Here are some practical tips:......
Read moreThere are many factors that can influence your hydro bill: the time of year, thermostat settings, outside temperatures, the size and number of appliances in the home, improvements to insulation, a new baby, teenagers, and houseguests can all play a......
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 moreInspection Report At the start of the vacancy, and every five years thereafter , the person in charge of the premises must submit a comprehensive inspection report on the building. This report must cover, in particular: roofs; facades;......
Read moreConsult by-law 1575 to establish a Planning Advisory Committee Role The Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) of the City of Westmount, given its exceptional built and landscape heritage, plays a significant role in its preservation and enhancement......
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An upgrade to the ArcGIS Enterprise platform will take place on June 17 and 18. During this period, the City's interactive maps will be temporarily unavailable. All systems, data and applications linked to ArcGIS will be affected. Westmount Assist......
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(The speech was delivered at the opening of the Council meeting on October 1, 2025.) Twelve years ago, I began this journey not out of some lifelong ambition to be in municipal politics, but as a way to participate in the community where I was......
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Throughout this month, the City of Westmount invites its residents to celebrate and highlight the achievements and contributions of the Black community in Canada. This month offers an opportunity to explore unique perspectives, honour exceptional ta......
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The City of Westmount will continue to accept the following items for the monthly bulky items collection: dehumidifiers, portable and window air conditioners, water coolers, as well as wooden and ceramic items. A reminder that the collection takes p......
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Support Westmount Merchants The holiday sales are the perfect opportunity to visit Westmount merchants. Buying locally reduces transportation and environmental costs and supports the local economy. To learn more about Westmount merchants, visit......
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Bulky items collection aims to divert large household items made of wood, ceramic and refrigeration appliances from landfill, so that they can be recycled and recuperated. Don't miss the collection! Bulky items are collected on the first......
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 moreNatural gas is odourless. A very smelly substance is added so leaks can be detected. This substance, called mercaptan, gives off a strong smell of rotten eggs. If you detect such an odor: do not smoke; do not turn on any appliance near the leak,......
Read moreA source of pride to generations of residents, the Westmount Public Library opened its doors on June 20, 1899, and is the community’s most-used public facility. Membership provides access to over 190,000 items including books, movies, music, eBooks......
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4626 Sherbrooke Street West, H3Z 1G1 (at Lansdowne) Telephone : 514 989-5226 It would be unthinkable to talk about Westmount’s municipal buildings without mentioning Victoria Hall, the City’s community center. This avant-garde structure is......
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 moreThe guidelines entitled “Building and Renovating in Westmount” form an integral part of the by-law on Site Planning and Architectural Integration Programmes. These guidelines are applied by the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) when reviewing any pr......
Read moreRequired documents for a preliminary review : A letter describing the scope of the proposed work; A letter from the building owner authorizing the permit application, if the request is made by a third party; A copy of a recent certificate of......
Read moreDo you know the historical value of your property? Did you read the guidelines for renovating and building? Have you reviewed the "Table of Acceptable Interventions" from Directive #1 (Introduction to Directives)? Did you read guideline #......
Read moreWestmount is certainly one of the finest residential communities in Canada, a charming, small town in the midst of a major metropolis. Montreal’s Little Mountain captures Westmount’s character, from the gingerbread on the Victorian rowhouses of......
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