Rosemère marked the beginning of a new municipal chapter this week as the town’s freshly elected officials were sworn in during an evening ceremony on November 10. Held inside the council chambers at Town Hall, the event drew supporters, families, and a number of distinguished guests who gathered to witness the symbolic and administrative start of a new four-year mandate.
At the centre of the ceremony was Marie-Elaine Pitre, former councillor and now the new mayor of Rosemère. Her election ushers in a leadership team that is both gender-balanced and notably diverse in background, an element she emphasized in her remarks thanking residents for their trust.
“The diverse backgrounds, complementary talents and innovative ideas of our team are what make us stand out,” Mayor Pitre said. “Each member brings their own specific expertise to the table and is deeply committed to our community.” She reaffirmed that the council’s priorities will include sustainable development, economic vitality, cultural engagement, strong governance, and support for local businesses, all pursued “with diligence, vision and integrity.”
Meet the New Council
Alongside Mayor Pitre, six councillors were sworn in, forming a balanced team of returning and newly elected officials:
- Seat 1: Marie-Hélène Fortin — re-elected for a second term
- Seat 2: Jean-François Gagnière
- Seat 3: Stéphanie Nantel — re-elected for a third term
- Seat 4: Annick Lemelin Lagacé
- Seat 5: Sébastien Jacquet
- Seat 6: Elmer van der Vlugt
The mix of fresh faces and experienced councillors reflects a continuity of governance while also signaling renewal, an important dynamic at a time when Rosemère continues to navigate issues such as development pressures, environmental stewardship, and community-oriented growth.
The town’s commitment to its guiding principle, “Naturally Responsible Development”, was a recurring theme throughout the ceremony. While the press release outlines no new policy announcements, Mayor Pitre’s emphasis on sustainable planning and community-centred decision-making reinforces a long-standing ethos in Rosemère politics.
Looking Ahead
Residents will get their first look at the council in action later this month. The inaugural meeting of the new administration is scheduled for November 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Rosemère Town Hall (100 Charbonneau Street).
As always, citizens unable to attend in person can follow the proceedings live online via the town’s official streaming platform: ville.rosemere.qc.ca/council-meetings.
With a renewed mandate, a balanced team, and a mayor promising collaborative, principled governance, Rosemère enters its next four years with a clear message: responsible development, thoughtful leadership, and community engagement remain at the heart of its vision.
