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Starting May 30 , compost made from processed green waste will be available free of charge to Westmount residents at the community gardens at the Westmount Athletic Grounds on Hallowell and Hillside Avenues . Compost is certified for all uses, inc......
Read moreThese tiny vegetated spaces, located around the City, reflect the horticultural traditions of Westmount, as well as the 20 th -century ‘garden suburb’ movement. These pockets of greenery harmonize with the hilly landscape and with the residential ch......
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Please note that the Conservatory and the Greenhouses are not available for rental. No requests for private events in these locations will be accepted. Since its construction in 1927, the City of Westmount Horticultural Conservatory has prese......
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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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Invasive plants are non-native trees, shrubs, grasses and flowers that have been spread by human activity, intentionally or accidentally. They are often capable of reproducing and spreading rapidly, outcompeting native species and upsetting the ecos......
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Collected trees will be reused as mulch or compost. The collection will be carried out according to the garden waste collection schedule . Consult the collection information . Place the tree, free of all decorations and unwrapped, on your proper......
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Now that the summer has arrived, it is important to consider eco-friendly habits in your yard to reconnect fragmented habitats and promote local biodiversity. Incorporate different species and sizes of trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals to meet......
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The City now offers residents the option of receiving personalized reminders, via the Citizen Portal , based on the specific collection schedule for their address. Registered residents will receive a reminder the day before each scheduled collectio......
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Candy wrappers? All wrappers (even for chips) go in the recycling bin! Since January 1, 2025, all packaging, containers, and printed materials go in the blue bin. No need to check the number on the packaging or see if it stretches. Pumpkins? Co......
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Starting May 15 , free compost will be available to Westmount residents while supplies last at the community gardens located at the Westmount Athletic Grounds on Hallowell and Hillside avenues. Please bring your own container and shovel. Quantiti......
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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 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.
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 moreThe City of Westmount is proud to have blue collar horticulturists and gardeners dedicated to the planning and execution of specialized horticultural maintenance essential to maintaining the sustainability of plantings. While we welcome comments and......
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......
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At the recommendation of a citizens’ committee in 1890, the City acquired the grounds in 1898 to create Westmount Park. The Westmount Public Library and the Victoria Hall community centre were both inaugurated in its northwest corner the following y......
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Created by the Montreal Amateur Athletic Association (MAAA) in 1887, this space is Westmount’s oldest park. Purchased by the City in 1936, it featured a covered bleacher and many sporting grounds at that time. While its primary sports vocation has n......
Read moreOutdoor skating rinks in Westmount are maintained seasonally, from December to March, weather permitting. The ice conditions of each outdoor rink may vary because of snow clearing and temperature fluctuations. This page is updated during the winter......
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Montreal Fire Department Station 76 Information, prevention advice, building inspections, incident reports, fire station tours. Dial 911 for emergencies. Address 19 Stanton Street Wesmount Quebec H3Y 3B1 Telephone : 514 280-0874 Pre......
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 moreSome renovations or improvements will not necessarily increase the value of a property by an amount equal to their cost. For example: Spending $10,000 to renovate a basement will not automatically result in a $10,000 increase in the value of the......
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 moreBefore 1980 Many homes built before 1980 contain asbestos: in old floor tiles, ceiling tiles, roof shingles and flashing, siding, insulation (around boilers, ducts, pipes, sheeting, fireplaces), pipe cement, and joint compound used on seams between......
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 moreAsk Hydro Westmount for an evaluation before beginning: work on a roof, an exterior façade or a chimney; work that requires the use of ladders or scaffolding; tree pruning or tree felling; construction work; installation and operation of a cra......
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