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Green waste includes organic residues collected from the yard called garden waste, such as plant trimmings and branches, as well as natural Christmas trees disposed of after the holiday period. The proper treatment of green waste is essential to re......
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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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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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. N......
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......
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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 moreThe act of making, causing, producing or permitting excessive noise, which disturbs the enjoyment or comfort of others, is considered to be a nuisance and an infringement of the municipal by-law concerning noise. Citizens are also asked to limit th......
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 moreFor your home, your neighbourhood, your planet Electrical lighting is part of city life. Excessive lighting, however, can lead to a number of negative effects. Energy More light is produced per capita in Quebec than anywhere in the world. Better......
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 moreThe City of Westmount is proud to be a vibrant, independent, primarily residential community. Situated on the southwest slope of one of the three summits of Mount Royal, it is surrounded by the Ville de Montréal . Since its founding at the end of......
Read moreDid you know that the monarch butterfly population has dropped by more than 90 percent in the last 20 years? Along with deforestation and pesticide use, one of the main causes of this decline is the drastic reduction of the asclepias plant, common......
Read moreIdentify and limit the presence of invasive plants in Westmount 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 spre......
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Metropolitan Gem The City lies over 4,02 square kilometres on the western slopes of Mount Royal. It encompasses an urban forest, numerous parks and playgrounds, as well as cultural, religious and educational institutions. Its green is not restr......
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Following the discovery of bed bugs in several areas of the building, the Westmount Public Library has been temporarily closed since March 8. A thorough evaluation by a specialised firm has led the City to adopt a comprehensive treatment protocol to......
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The second phase of the bed bug eradication protocol at the Public Library is proceeding according to schedule. This intervention is occurring exactly 21 days after the first treatment on March 11. Adhering to this strict interval is a scientific re......
Read moreThe City is currently carrying out Phase 5 of a 5-year action plan, from 2022 to 2027, to ensure that a new life cycle takes root in King George Park, where several trees have posed a safety risk due to having exceeded their natural lifespan or bein......
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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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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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Important: Changes have been made to collection days in certain sectors. View the collections map Search by address Accepted materials Residues in paper bags or open containers weighing no more than 50 lbs (2......
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Accepted materials Residues in paper bags or open containers weighing no more than 50 lbs (22.68 kg) Small branches up to 5 cm in diameter and 1.2 meters in length t ied with natural twine Refused materials&......
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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......
Read moreDuring a heatwave, grass naturally goes dormant: it turns yellow, but this is not a sign that it’s dead. There’s no need to overwater it, as it rests to conserve water and will green up again once the rain returns. Eco-responsible habits : Water......
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Collection schedule by sector: Monday (streets and lanes): Sectors 1 and 2 Tuesday (streets and lanes): Sector 3 Wednesday (streets and lanes): Sectors 4, 5, and 6 Thursday (streets and lanes): Sector 7 Accepted materials: Paper bag......
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