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Expansion project at Hôpital de Saint-Eustache

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Expansion project at Hôpital de Saint-Eustache
Benoit Charette, Minister of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change, Minister Responsible for the Fight Against Racism and MNA for Deux-Montagnes; Sylvie D’Amours, MNA for Mirabel and President of the Committee on Citizen Relations; Pierre Charron, Mayor of the City of Saint-Eustache; André Poirier, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the CISSS des Laurentides; Rosemonde Landry, President and CEO of the CISSS des Laurentides; Dr. Daniel Picard, co-manager of nuclear medicine services at the CISSS des Laurentides and Lyne Des Trois Maisons, executive director of the Saint-Eustache Hospital Foundation

Breaking ground on the new nuclear medicine pavilion

The long awaited expansion process for the Saint-Eustache Hospital has finally started. On May 24th, the Member of Parliament for Deux-Montagnes, Benoit Charrette, on behalf of the Minister of Health and Social Services, Christian Dubé, announced the beginning of construction work at the Saint-Eustache Hospital to accommodate the new nuclear medicine unit.

The development of nuclear medicine at the Hôpital de Saint-Eustache is an important addition to the offer of care and local services for the population of the Laurentians region. This project will also provide the establishment with a brand-new pavilion on three levels, with a total area of ​​just over 3,100 m2, replacing the modular ones located on the facade. The new construction will also make it possible to add clinical-administrative spaces. The calls for tenders for the construction were launched earlier this spring, and work is expected to continue until 2024.

“The expansion project at the Hôpital de Saint-Eustache in order to develop a nuclear medicine service is a fine example of an initiative aimed at providing modern local services adapted to the needs of Quebecers. Our government is proud to support projects like this one, which aim to provide facilities with modern infrastructure and equipment and to provide both patients and staff with larger, more functional and safer spaces. That’s what a more human and more efficient health network is.” said Christian Dubé, Minister of Health and Social Services

Benoit Charette, Minister of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change, Minister responsible for the Fight against Racism and MNA for Deux-Montagnes added: “This project demonstrates our government’s firm desire to improve local care and services for the population. The new pavilion at Hôpital de Saint-Eustache will notably help to reduce the waiting time for nuclear medicine examinations, and I am very happy about it. I thank all the teams working on this highly anticipated project, and I look forward to seeing the results of the work. »

The total cost of the project is estimated at $28.8 million. It is funded to the tune of $26.4 million by the Ministry of Health and Social Services, $1.4 million by the Laurentides Integrated Health and Social Services Center, and the Saint-Eustache Hospital Foundation will contribute an amount of $1 million. The Laurentians region currently has only one nuclear medicine department, located at the Saint-Jérôme Regional Hospital. This expansion project will therefore make it possible to better meet the needs of the population of the territory. It should be noted that a major project, included in the 2022-2032 Québec Infrastructure Plan, is under study and aims to modernize and improve certain sectors of the Saint-Eustache Hospital.

The North Shore News volume 18-16

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The North Shore News volume 18-16

The current issue of The North Shore News volume 18-16 published June 3rd, 2022.
Covering North Shore local news, politics, sports and other newsworthy events.
(Click HERE to read the paper.)

Front page of The North Shore News.
Front page of The North Shore News, June 3rd, 2022 issue.

The MRC Thérèse-De Blainville declares its solidarity with the Ukrainians

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The MRC Thérèse-De Blainville declares its solidarity with the Ukrainians
The MRC Thérèse-De Blainville declares its solidarity with the Ukrainians

During their meeting on March 23, the members of the council of mayors of the MRC de Thérèse-De Blainville unanimously adopted a resolution to declare their solidarity with the Ukrainian people.

In addition to its expression of sympathy for the people of Ukraine who are going through great suffering, the MRC condemns in the strongest terms the illegitimate invasion of Ukraine by Russia, which began more than two months ago.

Likewise, in its statement, the MRC opposes any form of repression of civilians and peoples anywhere in the world. Through its resolution, the MRC officially joins its voice to that of the Fédération québécoise des municipalités, which launched a mobilization call to the 1,020-member local and regional municipalities.

On the ground, the MRC intends to contribute to the collective and humanitarian effort by providing assistance to the Ukrainian refugees who will be welcomed on its territory.

Creation of a common fund for the MRC for victims of Ukraine

“We are all saddened by the horrors of this war in Ukraine and the humanitarian crisis that is forcing millions of people to leave their country. The atrocities that Russia is inflicting on this neighboring people are unspeakable. Even if this armed conflict seems insoluble to us at the moment, we can act locally to make a difference. This is why, on March 23, by adopting our declaration of solidarity with the Ukrainian people, our council and the constituent cities of the MRC proposed to create a common trust fund, administered by the MRC, to come to the aid of the disaster victims from Ukraine who will arrive on our territory. We wish to express our gratitude in advance to the municipalities of our MRC who will mobilize to contribute to this fund,” declared Eric Westram, prefect of the MRC and mayor of Rosemère.

In addition, the MRC will be able to count on its partner ABL immigration to facilitate the reception and

harmonious integration of Ukrainian refugees on its territory. According to the 2016 Statistics Canada census, more than 42,000 people of Ukrainian origin live in Quebec. This number will certainly increase by the expected arrival of many Ukrainian refugees.

Citizens who wish to participate in the solidarity effort for Ukrainians Citizens and want to volunteer or contribute to the efforts to welcome Ukrainians arriving in Quebec, can donate essential goods, by

contacting the Quebec section from the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) website at

uccmontreal.ca. The Ukrainian Canadian Congress will take care of the distribution of goods and

redirect offers of volunteering or housing as needed.

Citizens can also donate money to the Relief Fund set up by the Canadian Red Cross to help people affected by the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine: redcross.ca

Thérèse-De Blainville PD as active as ever

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Thérèse-De Blainville PD as active as ever
On May 11th at École Terre Soleil, RIPTB police officers were present in the morning to make motorists aware of the safety of students on walks, bicycles or scooters.

The first half of May our local police department has been very active:

Police officers from the Régie intermunicipale de police Thérèse-De Blainville are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding shots that were fired at a residence in Rosemère on May 11th. The events occurred on Tuesday, May 10, around 11:30 p.m.  A call was made to the 9-1-1 central, concerning possible shots fired at a residence. It is important to mention that no one was injured during the event. The police met with several witnesses from the area and examined the scene, assisted by the Sûreté du Québec, in order to establish the circumstances surrounding this event.

On Monday, May 9, between 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., two drivers received a statement of offense for excessive speeding. The culprits were caught by the police speeding at 114 and 118 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on Labelle Boulevard in Rosemère. In this case, the fine and the demerit points are doubled. In addition, there is an immediate suspension of the driver’s license for a period of 7 days.The RIPTB is present on the road and reminds the population to respect the indicated speed.

On May 11th at École Terre Soleil, RIPTB police officers were present in the morning to make motorists aware of the safety of students on walks, bicycles or scooters. The RIPTB stated that it is important to respect the drop-off areas in order to facilitate movement around schools.

Deployment of mixed psychosocial and local police intervention teams in the Laurentians region

Quebec City, May 6, 2022 / The Minister for Health and Social Services, Lionel Carmant, accompanied by the Member of Parliament for Saint-Jérôme, Youri Chassin, the deployment of mixed psychosocial and local police intervention teams in the Laurentians region.

An amount of $516,400 was granted to support the deployment of these practices which generally consist of combining a psychosocial intervention with a police intervention.

This project aims to ensure an appropriate response to people going through a crisis situation and to limit hospitalizations, court proceedings or the use of specialized resources when this is not necessary.

For the implementation and consolidation of mixed practices of psychosocial and local police interventions in Quebec, the investments of the Ministry of Health and Social Services and the Ministry of Public Security will be $42.7 million and $14 million respectively for a total of $57.2 million.

The RIPTB is involved in the deployment of mixed psychosocial and local police intervention teams in the Laurentians region and since 2021, a specialized CISSS intervention team has been working inside the offices of the police department in order to support the police during daily interventions in matters of mental health, homelessness, drug addiction, and to ensure adequate follow-ups with those affected.

“Experiments with mixed practices of psychosocial and local police interventions have demonstrated their effectiveness, and we are proud to be able to support the deployment of such teams in the Laurentians region. This measure aims to better respond to both public safety issues and the health and social services needs of people in crisis or vulnerable situations facing various psychosocial difficulties. This is an innovative action put forward in our mental health action plan 2022-2026” said Lionel Carmant, Minister for Health and Social Services

Horticultural day at Deux-Montagnes

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Horticultural day at Deux-Montagnes
The city reinforces sound environmental practices

One more city that is assisting its green-thumbs to beautify their gardens is Deux-Montagnes. The municipality’s Horticultural Day is back this spring in its traditional format at the municipal garage. On Saturday, May 28, 2022, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., the citizens of Deux-Montagnes are invited to come and get various plants free of charge in order to undertake their gardening project.

Upon presentation of proof of residence, Deux-Montagnais can choose two plants of various herbs and one plant of annual flowers free of charge. Some 500 tree shoots will also be distributed, donated by the Ministry of Forests, Wildlife and Parks as part of Tree and Forest Month.

Beyond the distribution of plants, the Horticultural Day also offers the opportunity to obtain sound horticultural advice and to meet certain collaborators who have urban agriculture and the environment at heart, such as the artisans of the Incredible Edibles project.  Mayor Denis Martin and the municipal councilors will of course be there, happy to seize this opportunity to converse with the citizens of Deux-Montagnes.

In addition, a sale of snacks and hot dogs will be held for the benefit of the Maison des jeunes. The 5th Groupe Scout de Deux-Montagnes, involved in a bolunteer basis for the smooth running of the event, and will also be collecting donations on site.

For a 13th consecutive year, the Horticultural Day activity greatly benefits from the participation of the Caisse Desjardins Saint-Eustache-Deux-Montagnes, which has agreed to act as the main partner.

Ban on open fires

Moreover, the city of Deux-Montagnes is enforcing the decision of banning open air fires (Firepits etc.). This ban on open fires in or near the forest came into effect on May 7, on the territory of Deux-Montagnes. Under the municipal by-law 1668, this decision by the Government of Quebec, taken in collaboration with the Société de protection des forêts contre le feu (SOPFEU), entails a ban on the use of an outdoor fireplace in Deux-Montagnes, even if it is equipped with a spark arrester. This ban must be respected until SOPFEU lifts the ban in effect in the MRC of Deux-Montagnes. Only propane or natural gas fireplaces are permitted during this period. Everyone’s cooperation is essential to ensure that the ban on open fires in the forest is respected. This measure is intended to limit the risk of forest fires.

Emergency rooms still overflowing in the Laurentians

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Emergency rooms still overflowing in the Laurentians
Emergency rooms still overflowing in the Laurentians

It is a problem that was exacerbated by the pandemic but nevertheless brewing for many years.

Overflowing ERs in the Laurentians. The CISSS des Laurentides reminded us of it by once more asking in the beginning of May to avoid emergency rooms in the event of non-emergency health problems

According to their announcement, due to the high occupancy rates in the region’s emergency rooms, the Integrated Health Center and social services (CISSS) of the Laurentians asked, once more,  the population with non-emergency health problems to opt for other solutions than going to the emergency room. People whose situation is not critical were invited to evaluate the various possible alternatives.

The following options should always be considered according to the Cisss des Laurentides

• Call 811 Info-Santé to speak to a nurse;

• Consult a family doctor;

• See a doctor at a walk-in clinic at rvsq.gouv.qc.ca;

• See a doctor in a pediatric clinic if the child meets the access criteria;

• Consult a pharmacist.

The CISSS des Laurentides assures the population that urgent cases will be taken care of quickly throughout the region. A person in a critical and unstable situation should not hesitate to go to the emergency room, where essential care will be offered.

At the same time the organization as part of the annual day for managers in the health and social services network, which was be held on May 18, highlighted the high quality of the work of its some

500 managers, particularly in the context of COVID-19.

The management of the CISSS wished in particular to highlight their hard work without counting their hours,especially over the past two years, to support the teams of employees for whom a week

of recognition will also be created next June.

In order to deal with the health crisis and maintain a quality service offer to the population of the

Laurentians, it is not without sacrifice in their personal lives that the managers have invested time,

and put their skills and talents to good use every day so that all patients receive the services

to which they are entitled.

“On behalf of our entire organization, I would like to thank our managers for having helped make a

difference on a daily basis throughout the pandemic. Both in the clinical sectors and in the support sectors, our management team was able to stay the course on new priorities, and all this, in a context where the way of doing things had to be modified on several occasions”, said Ms. Rosemonde Landry, President and CEO of the CISSS des Laurentides.

The CISSS des Laurentides brings together hospitals, CLSCs, residential centers, protection and rehabilitation centers for young people with adjustment difficulties, rehabilitation centers for intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorders, physical disability rehabilitation centers and addiction rehabilitation centers.

Rosemère announces well-managed finances

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Rosemère announces well-managed finances
2021 Financial Statements released

During  its public meeting of May 9, 2022, the city of Rosemère tabled its financial statements for the year ended on December 31st, 2021. A surplus of $1,752,700 was produced with the majority (77%) of it was generated from transfer taxes, which generated additional revenue of $1,344,200 in connection with the exceptionally strong real estate market during the year. The balance of the surplus is justified by an increase in grants received of $197,400 and a net saving in operating expenses and allocations of $211,100, representing 0.6% of the budget.

“The allocation of financial resources is always done in a very rigorous manner. Our efforts to ensure responsible management of public funds contribute to these positive results and are an ongoing priority. The financial report was audited by the accounting firm BCGO and an unreserved audit report was issued,” said Eric Westram, Mayor of Rosemère.

Operating Revenues and Expenses

The Town’s operating revenues in 2021 were $34.2 million, 74% of which comes from taxes and fees. 57% of property tax revenue is generated from the residential sector and serviced vacant lots, compared to 43% from the commercial sector.

In terms of operating expenses ($32.4 million), Environmental Hygiene accounts for the largest share of expenses at 23%, followed closely by Public Safety at 17% and Transportation and Roads at 16%.

Investments to improve the community environment

According to the city’s press release, the year 2021 will have seen investments in the living environment of Rosemere residents. Among other things, investments in the infrastructure rehabilitation (sewer and water) amounted to $2.4 million. Streets and sidewalks also benefitted from investments in the order of $2.1 million. Rosemère also invested $1.4 million in parks and playgrounds to promote healthy lifestyles. In total, $11 million has been invested in 2021 to improve the quality of life of the citizens.

“As of December 31, 2021, the debt attributable to all citizens stood at $29.4M. This is a relatively stable debt despite the cumulative investment of $27.8M since 2018 thanks to the creation of a financial reserve for infrastructure, the implementation of a new special tax for infrastructure and by optimizing sources of financing from third parties and grants,” added Eric Westram.

The North Shore News volume 18-15

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The North Shore News volume 18-15

The current issue of The North Shore News volume 18-15 published May 20th, 2022.
Covering North Shore local news, politics, sports and other newsworthy events.
(Click HERE to read the paper.)

Front page of The North Shore News.
Front page of The North Shore News, May 20th, 2022 issue.

Volunteers thanked in Saint-Eustache

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Volunteers thanked in Saint-Eustache
Volunteers thanked in Saint-Eustache

As part of National Volunteer Week, the City of Saint-Eustache is highlighting the extraordinary work of its volunteers. In recognition of these people who have a positive impact in the community, the City has decided to pay tribute to them through a visibility and thanks campaign.

A promotion campaign

As part of this campaign, volunteers will be given car stickers specially designed for them, proudly indicating “volunteers on board”. In addition, all municipal vehicles will be adorned with a complementary decal that thanks community volunteers. Using this same model, a dozen posters will be placed strategically in the city to ensure optimal outreach of the volunteer function.

“With these gestures, we would like to warmly thank the over 1,000 people who get involved, both in municipal events and with recognized organizations. These men and women make an exceptional contribution to our collective quality of life and make a difference in the lives of their fellow citizens. said the mayor of Saint-Eustache, Mr. Pierre Charron.

A growing need

In collaboration with the Community Animation Service, this campaign also aims to recruit new volunteers who would be willing to get involved. “The various organizations are crying out for help in order to be able to continue their services to citizens. As a municipality active in the community, your contribution is also important in the various events organized. For all these reasons, we encourage you to apply to become a volunteer,” said Nicole Carignan-Lefebvre, municipal councillor, co-responsible for the community component.

Volunteering changes lives!

To highlight the 48th edition of National Volunteer Week, the Federation of Volunteer Centers of Quebec is launching the Volunteering campaign changes life! The organization wishes to remind people that volunteering changes lives, both for the volunteers and for the beneficiaries. This act of mutual aid is also an important source of collective wealth for a society. This is the conclusion that we can draw from the career of Pierre Lavoie, who has been a volunteer for over 40 years.

The North Shore News volume 18-14

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The North Shore News volume 18-14

The current issue of The North Shore News volume 18-14 published May 6th, 2022.
Covering North Shore local news, politics, sports and other newsworthy events.
(Click HERE to read the paper.)

Front page of The North Shore News.
Front page of The North Shore News, May 6th, 2022 issue.
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