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Trees–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 moreForest Tent Caterpillar (Malacosoma disstria) Behaviour The Forest Tent Caterpillar is an insect native to North America that is widely found throughout the continent. In fact, it is one of the best known defoliating insects. The Forest Te......
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 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 moreNever dig or authorize any excavation on your property, no matter how small, until you have obtained the location of underground installations through Info-Excavation. The Info-Excavation service is provided free of charge throughout Québec and cove......
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 moreThe City has established committees responsible for heritage such as the Westmount Local Heritage Council (LHC) and the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC). Each of these has their respective mandates. Discover the City's Committees The City also......
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......
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Many of the trees at King George Park have exceeded their natural life span and have been irreversibly damaged by invasive insects. The City is pursuing a multi-year action plan to secure and ensure the long-term survival of its forest heritage thro......
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......
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......
Read moreSome parks in Westmount boast natural grass sports fields. These fields are maintained seasonally, from May to October, depending on weather conditions. They are open to the public. Sports fields may only be reserved for activities offered by the C......
Read moreProject Summary Work planned : Restauration of the Roslyn public staircase Work area : Intersection of Upper Roslyn Avenue and The Boulevard Start date : August 11, 2025 Estimated duration: 2 years City's investment: $ 2,98......
Read morePurpose This notice describes the privacy policies and practices applied by the City of Westmount (hereinafter the “City”) in connection with this service (hereinafter the “Service”). Personal Information Collected Information relating to a natur......
Read moreProject Summary Work planned : Sidewalk rehabilitation on Greene Avenue Work area : Greene Avenue between Sherbrooke Street and Sainte-Catherine Street Start date : May 25, 2025 Estimated duration : 4 weeks Contractor : Les Entrepris......
Read moreRights and obligations of tenants and landlords To learn about your rights and obtain legal information, please visit Educaloi website . Educaloi is a neutral and independent organisation whose mission is to explain the law to Quebecers in everyda......
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Despite its urban density, Westmount’s overall landscape and greenery owes much to its location on the western slope of Mount Royal and also to the presence–within its boundaries–of one of the three peaks of the Mount-Royal heritage site. In additio......
Read moreDial 911 when you need help in an emergency situation – Fire, serious accident, medical emergency, people at risk, natural gas leak, criminal activity in progress. Consult the information below – you’ll find important phone numbers, preventi......
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