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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......
Read moreDuring the bird migration period from April 16 to June 15 , dogs in Summit Woods must be kept on leash AT ALL TIMES . This is important for nesting birds as well as the underbrush plant growth. Dog owners have the responsibility to inform themsel......
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From June 16 to October 31, dog owners may walk their dogs off-leash in Summit Woods ONLY during the following periods: From 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. From 5 p.m. to midnight Please note that from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., dog owners must keep their dogs......
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From November 1 to April 15, dog owners may walk their dogs off-leash in Summit Woods from 5 a.m. to midnight. Summit Woods is closed from midnight to 5 a.m. The City also reminds dog owners that it is forbidden to bring or walk more than three d......
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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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The rehabilitation and reconstruction of valve chambers on Rue Sherbrooke and Avenue Wood will begin on February 5 and are expected to last for approximately 13 weeks . Work will take place Monday to Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m . These esse......
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Traffic and Parking Impacts Sherbrooke Street: Only one westbound lane (in the opposite direction) will remain open Two eastbound lanes will be maintained Wood Avenue: Complete closure of the northbound direction , between Sherbrook......
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As part of its Capital Works Program, the City of Westmount will be undertaking a reconstruction project on Wood Avenue, between Sainte-Catherine Street and De Maisonneuve Boulevard. Work is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, July 9 , and is expected......
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The work, expected to last between one and two weeks, will occur during the day, Monday through Friday. The purpose is to secure certain dead trees along the main paths. Users will still be able to access the paths. Appropriate signage will be inst......
Read moreWhat do I need to do to continue using my wood-burning fireplace? Complete the mandatory declaration You must declare your appliance . This declaration will allow the City to establish a register of solid-fuel-burning appliances used in the ter......
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......
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As of September 1, 2024 , it is forbidden to install or use any heating or cooking appliance or fireplace that uses solid fuel (e.g. wood-burning stove or fireplace, new or pre-existing) in all Westmount’s residential buildings, unless the applianc......
Read moreResidential wood burning is the main source of fine particle emissions in Quebec, especially in winter. These particles are associated with respiratory and heart problems, and even premature death, since the World Health Organisation (WHO) has confi......
Read moreIn determining the porosity of the surface you wish to clean, keep in mind that masonry surfaces and wood are the most porous, while painted metal, glass and vinyl surfaces are the least porous. For very porous surfaces the cleaning agent should b......
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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 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......
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Precipitation is expected to begin early Wednesday morning, between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. , continuing steadily throughout the day, and ending early Thursday morning. Forecasts indicate potential ice accumulations of 10 to 20 mm. With no significant th......
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The repairs will address safety issues concerning the surface of the playground, including installing a new liner, removing hazards, repairing the wooden border and spreading new wood chips. Playground equipment will also be repaired or updated, and......
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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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Work description: Reconstruction of lighting conduits and replacement of streetlights Complete reconstruction of sidewalks Expected impacts: Parking prohibited within the construction zone for the duration of the work Pedestrian acces......
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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 once a month from......
Read moreUsing a Westmount dog run is an excellent opportunity for your canine buddy to get some exercise, but remember that a dog license is mandatory and all regulations apply. Please note that a curfew is in effect in all of Westmount’s public parks betwe......
Read moreThe City of Westmount took ownership of the water mains and the public portion of the water services from the City of Montreal in 2006. Since 2007, the City has been actively replacing lead services through the annual capital works programme as wel......
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