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This natural urban forest and bird sanctuary occupies the western peak of Mount Royal and part of the protected area designated as the Mount Royal heritage site. The wooded lots, purchased by Sir William Macdonald in 1895, were donated to McGill Uni......
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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......
Read moreAs of February 26, 2024 , the City of Westmount will implement a new system integrated with its new citizen portal, replacing the CodeRED automated notification system. You will continue to benefit from a rapid broadcast system for receiving import......
Read moreTrees–A collective heritage Trees are an important part of Westmount’s character and history. From the time of the Iroquois, to the arrival of the French and British, to the present, the local landscape has been defined by its patchwork of charming......
Read moreEmerald Ash Borer (Agrilus Planipennis) The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a highly destructive insect pest of ash trees. Native to eastern Asia, this pest was first discovered in Canada and the U.S. in 2002. The EAB has killed millions of ash t......
Read moreMunicipal by-laws apply to where snow can be dumped and who is allowed to offer snow removal services for private properties. Snow Dumping All snow removed from private property must be deposited on the existing snow banks created by City plough......
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 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 morePrerequisites for application analysis: Mandatory documents are marked with an asterisk (*) *A letter describing the scope of the work; *A letter from the owner authorizing the application, if the application is submitted by a third party; *A......
Read moreIn 1895 the Town of Cote St. Antoine changed its name to become the Town of Westmount. During the period from 1895 to 1908 when the Town got its charter and became the City of Westmount, the area saw its greatest period of growth. Ambitious civic pr......
Read moreInaugurated on September 19, 2013, the Westmount Recreation Centre (WRC) is a 8,270 m 2 complex that replaced Westmount's aging municipal arena and pool. The project was completed in 2014. Located at the corner of Rue Sainte-Catherin......
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During the winter season, outdoor skating rinks are installed in numerous parks around Westmount. Outdoor rinks may open as early as mid-December, weather permitting. The ice conditions of each outdoor rink may vary because of snow clearing and temp......
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Collection vehicles, identified by the Agency's logo and the words ‘ Étude de mobilité ,’ will be circulating on city streets during the month of October 2025 . These vehicles will not issue tickets, as their sole purpose is to collect data. To ana......
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The City of Westmount has released the final report by the firm Atkins Réalis (formerly SNC-Lavalin), dated July 7, 2025, on noise levels generated by Route 136 within its territory as part of the Turcot Interchange project. Commissioned jointly by......
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As part of the City’s follow-up to the March 6 intervention, a secondary inspection conducted today unfortunately revealed evidence of bed bugs in other areas of the Public library, beyond those initially found in the adult computer section. The C......
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In order to carry out work near the electrical circuits, a planned power outage is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, 2025, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. (estimated time), in the area bounded by Côte-Saint-Antoine Road, Grosvenor Ave......
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At a regular meeting held on 3 February 2025, Council deposited draft amendment by-law 1625 entitled : By-law to amend certain provisions of the Zoning By-law concerning the planting and protection of trees and planted areas in side yards . Th......
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No Mow May helps pollinators by allowing early season flowers to grow in our lawns, parks and green spaces. This allows more bees and beneficial bugs to find food and take shelter in the shady grass without mower blades chopping up their habitat. W......
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The City of Westmount has adopted b y-law 1625 , which amends certain provisions of the zoning by-law concerning the planting and protection of trees, as well as vegetated surfaces in side yards. This regulation aims to strengthen the preservation......
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These targeted interventions follow thorough inspections conducted by certified arboriculture specialists. The selected trees are in an advanced state of decline due to factors such as natural aging, physiological diseases, structural weaknesses, or......
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Planned interventions include the removal of fallen trees and branches, as well as some preventive felling to ensure user safety. Certain sections of formal and informal trails will also be closed. These measures are intended to protect sensitive en......
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Did you know that everyday items like your smartphone, laptop, leaf blower or e-bike can start a fire or set off an explosion? Many devices we use in our day to day life contain lithium-ion batteries, which can pose a real hazard. Without the proper......
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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:......
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Fraudulent QR codes have recently surfaced in Montréal, notably on parking meters. When scanned, these codes redirect users to fake payment sites or pages designed to steal your personal information. Before scanning any QR code, take a moment......
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Safety Programme Halloween is fast approaching! In preparation, our Public Safety Officers remind everyone of the importance of safety in our neighbourhoods, whether during trick-or-treating, driving a vehicle, or attending parties. Additionally, O......
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