The Groupement des Entreprises de Sainte-Thérèse (GEST), of the CCITB, is launching a competition called My experiences in a few steps (Mes expériences à quelques pas), held from December 1 to 15 featuring the favorite shops of Sainte-Thérèse.
The winners will have the chance to live extraordinary local experiences, offered in 3 categories:
• Glamor Experience (VIP hairstyle and makeup at Nouvelle Vague hairstyle and Beauty Relay Esthetics, Shopping spree with a stylist at Mode Choc, “Featured” participation in a TV report on TVBL and photo shoot, by Objectif R)
• Experience with friends (Visit of the St-Graal microbrewery and tasting, VIP dinner by Confidences chocolats in the greenhouses of the Jardin Dion, VIP gifts)
• Family experience ( VIP access to the center E-Tag & Karting fun, Accompanied by mascot IGA, VIP access to a family show presented by Odyscène, Councilor dedicated to Jeuxjubes for selecting a game)
“We wanted the winners to live extraordinary experiences, that they could not live without this competition. In addition, we wanted to promote the essential businesses of Sainte-Thérèse. I invite citizens to participate in large numbers! »Says Marie-Chantale Desjardins, president of the GEST.
To participate, residents must go to the CCITB Facebook page by December 15th!
This competition is set up as part of the My Purchases a few steps program of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce of Quebec (FCCQ) and is made possible thanks to its financial support, as well as that of the annual partners of the GEST: La Petite Clinique, Prohibition beer bar, Vocalys as well as the City of Sainte-Thérèse.
The Groupement des entreprises de Sainte-Thérèse (GEST)
The Groupement des entreprises de Sainte-Thérèse (GEST) stimulates the economic vitality of Sainte-Thérèse through collective projects and commercial support. The GEST is a wing of the Thérèse-De Blainville Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCITB) whose role is to propel the success of local businesses through its 4 components: Connect. Evolve. Get informed. Mobilize.
The CISSS des Laurentides asks the population to avoid the emergencies of Saint-Eustache and Saint-Jérôme in the event of non-urgent health problems
A new press release from the CISSS des Laurentides brings back the large overcrowding ER problem of the Laurentian hospitals. Due to the high occupancy rates in its emergencies of Saint Eustache and Saint-Jérôme, the Integrated Health and Social Services Center (CISSS) des Laurentides asks the population with non-urgent health problems to opt for other solutions than
going to the emergency room, particularly in these two places.
Patients whose situation is not urgent are invited to consult their family doctor, pharmacist, a doctor in a walk-in clinic or to contact Info-Santé, by dialing 811, where a nurse can contact them advise and direct them to the appropriate department.
The CISSS des Laurentides ensures 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 provided.
The following options should always be considered, regardless of the emergency:
• call 811 Info-Santé to speak to a nurse;
• consult their family doctor;
• see a doctor in a walk-in clinic at rvsq.gouv.qc.ca;
• consult a doctor in a pediatric clinic if the child meets the entry criteria;
Also, for residents who received the AstraZeneca or Covishield vaccine
Starting now, seniors aged 70 and over who live at home can book an appointment to get a COVID-19 booster shot at the various vaccination sites in the region. Individuals who received two doses of the AstraZeneca or Covishield vaccine can also get a booster short starting November 25. Individuals that received AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD COVID-19 vaccine for their first and second dose are recommended to receive an mRNA vaccine for their third or booster dose unless contraindicated. A booster dose of a viral vector vaccine should only be considered when an mRNA vaccine is contraindicated or inaccessible. People who experienced a severe immediate allergic reaction after a first dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine can safely receive future doses of the same or another mRNA COVID-19 vaccine after consulting with an allergist/immunologist or another appropriate physician.
An interval of at least six months must have elapsed since the last vaccine dose. “Our vaccination sites are ready to serve targeted individuals who wish to receive a booster shot. Several time windows are available to accommodate the public at the times that suit them best », said the President and Executive Director of the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) des Laurentides, Mme Rosemonde Landry.
To book an appointment online residents must visit Québec.ca/vaccinCOVID or use the NotifVAX mobile app. Persons lacking internet access or who have difficulty using it can call 1-877-644-4545 to obtain support. If necessary, family and friends are encouraged to help seniors make an appointment online. A free shuttle service is also available in the region for persons with reduced mobility who need to be accompanied or who lack transportation by calling 1-866-495-5833.
The MRC de Thérèse-De Blainville announced the election of Eric Westram, mayor of Rosemère, as its prefect during the ordinary meeting of the council of mayors which took place on November 24. The latter will therefore chair the council of the MRC, which has had a significant growth in recent years thanks to diverse economic development activities, the management of the Regions and the Rurality Fund, the administration of the emergency aid fund to SMEs-Covid-19s and the exercise of new responsibilities in terms of culture, heritage, planning, environment, and territorial and regional development. Also, the warden, Mr. Eric Westram, will represent the MRC de Thérèse-De Blainville to the CMM.
Mr. Eric Westram succeeds the mayor of Blainville, Mr. Richard Perreault, who has held this position since 2017. “I would like to thank the members of the MRC council for their confidence in me and I will be proud to carry and develop the territorial, regional and metropolitan files which concern us, with their support, that of our general manager, Mr. Kamal El-Batal and his team. It is an honor for me to take the reins of the MRC and to continue the work accomplished to date. Mr. Richard Perreault has always defended the interests of the MRC and has shown a constant concern for the cohesion and development of the territory of the MRC, the northern crown, and the Laurentians region in general. He has been a leading player in our community and deserves our full recognition,” said Eric Westram.
Ms. Julie Boivin elected Prefect-substitute
The members of the MRC council also announced that at their last meeting on November 24, Ms. Julie Boivin, mayor of the City of Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines was elected to the post of substitute prefect for a period starting on November 24, 2021 and ending on November 29, 2023.
It should be remembered that the substitute prefect exercises all the functions of the prefect in his absence, including chairing council meetings and various representation activities. Ms. Boivin will sit on certain regional committees on behalf of the MRC.
About the MRC of Thérèse-De Blainville
The MRC of Thérèse-De Blainville is located on the North Shore of Montreal. It is one of the MRCs constituents of the Montreal Metropolitan Community (CMM) and is also the gateway to the Laurentians region. Its population is close to 165,000 inhabitants spread over an area of 207 km2 and in seven (7) cities: Blainville, Boisbriand, Bois-des-Filion, Lorraine, Rosemère, Sainte-Annedes-Plaines and Sainte-Thérèse. It is a territory that offers the advantages of the attractiveness of both the Metropolitan region and the Laurentians. In addition to the fact that the MRC is served by a suburban train line, by three stations and by many bus routes, it is also serviced by three highways (A13, A15, A640 and very soon A19) and the Rivière des Mille-Îles.
Vaccination for children 5-11 years old has started in the Laurentians
François Legault congratulates the first child to be vaccinated in Quebec
The Premier of Quebec, François Legault, congratulated the first child in the 5 to 11 age group to be vaccinated. Young William, 10, was one of the first kids to pull up his sleeve earlier this week.
François Legault thanked and saluted the gesture of the child from Blainville, on the North Shore of Montreal. The latter expressed to the Prime Minister by videoconference that he wanted to be immunized to set an example and to protect his grandparents. The video of the meeting between the Prime Minister and William was broadcast on François Legault’s social networks.
The CISSS des Laurentides has started making appointments for COVID-19 vaccination, for children aged 5-11. The region’s vaccination sites have all been transformed to accommodate families in an environment that is fun, warm, and adapted to children. As a reminder, vaccination for this group was decided after Health Canada announced the approval of the Pfizer vaccine for children in the target group and the Comité sur l’immunisation du Québec also published an opinion recommending the vaccine for all children aged 5 to 11 for whom there are no contraindications.
The recommended interval between the two doses is eight or more weeks. “All children aged 5 to 11 in the Laurentians, whose parents give their consent, will have the opportunity to receive a first dose before the Holidays. The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) des Laurentides vaccination teams have worked very hard for several weeks to get everything ready and to make vaccination a positive experience for children. Decorations, costume accessories for staff, colourful wall stickers etc., everything has been planned for”, said Ms. Rosemonde Landry, President and Executive Director of the CISSS des Laurentides, who is particularly proud of the preparations for this campaign.
In-school vaccination will also be offered starting November 29 for children aged 5 to 11. Details will be sent to parents by the various School boards, centres de services scolaires and private schools in the region. Information tools to support the parents in their decision about getting their child vaccinated are now available on the CISSS des Laurentides website at https://www.santelaurentides.gouv.qc.ca.
An informative video about what takes place during an appointment at vaccination sites is now available in French and will be available in English soon. To book an appointment online people must visit https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/health-issues/a-z/2019-coronavirus/progress-of-the-covid-19-vaccination or use the NotifVAX mobile app. If residents have no internet access or have difficulty using the internet, they must call 1-877-644-4545 for support. A free shuttle service is also available in the region for people with reduced mobility and needing accompaniment or people without transportation. To request this service, residents must call 1-866-495-5833.
Launch of the National concerted alcohol-drugs operation
The Régie de police Thérèse-De Blainville (RIPTB) and all police services in Quebec, in collaboration with the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ), will intensify their interventions, from November 26, 2021 to January 3, 2022, as part of the national concerted operation (ONC) targeting the ability to drive impaired by alcohol, drugs or a combination of the two. These interventions will result, among other things, in the presence of checkpoints where mandatory screening could be carried out randomly.
On the occasion of the launch of the ONC Alcool-Drogues on November 26, roadside checkpoints will be held throughout Quebec, day, evening and night. In addition, throughout this ONC, an awareness campaign will be deployed, in particular on the various social media platforms of police organizations and the SAAQ. This campaign aims to remind drivers of the consequences of being able to drive impaired by alcohol, drugs or a combination of the two.
The RIPTB reminds us:
Despite the awareness campaigns, the police presence and the many options available to avoid getting behind the wheel, each year, on average, from 2015 to 2019, alcohol was the cause of crashes resulting in:
85 deaths (24% of the total annual deaths);
220 seriously injured people (15% of the total seriously injured people);
Each year, on average, from 2015 to 2019, the presence of drugs or medication was detected in 37% of deceased drivers who were tested (the presence of drugs does not necessarily mean that the driver’s abilities were impaired at the time of the collision).
Cannabis was the drug most often detected (21% of deceased drivers having been tested)
This concerted national operation is organized as part of a partnership between the Sûreté du Québec, the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal, the ‘Association of Quebec Police Directors, SAAQ and Quebec Road Control.
Deux-Montagnes proudly received the City-Friendly of Monarchs certification from the David Suzuki Foundation. The presentation of this certificate confirms the City’s commitment to preserving the habitat of the monarch butterfly through concrete actions.
“In Deux-Montagnes, we take the preservation of the environment to heart. We are convinced that this certification also meets the values of our citizens and that many will follow suit. By uniting our efforts, we can make a real difference in the fight for the survival of the butterfly,” said Mayor Denis Martin, enthusiastic about the City’s commitment to come to the aid of this declining migratory insect.
“Municipalities play a crucial role in the conservation of the monarch and its habitat. They can take simple actions that have a positive impact on the species and other pollinators, in addition to educating their citizens about the importance of taking part in this conservation effort. We salute the City of Deux-Montagnes’ commitment to taking concrete actions to protect monarchs and their habitat. We hope that Deux-Montagnes and its citizens will inspire other municipalities to join this vast movement to protect this emblematic butterfly, ”explained Julie Roy, citizen engagement specialist at the David Suzuki Foundation.
To be certified, municipalities must commit to implementing at least three of the twenty-four monarch habitat protection measures proposed by the David Suzuki Foundation.
Supported by a resolution from the municipal council to confirm its intention to become a city friendly to the monarchs, the City of Deux-Montagnes is committed to integrating milkweed and native nectifarous plants in its landscaping. Through various communications, the city will encourage citizens to do the same on their land. It will also raise awareness among Deux-Montagnais of the survival of the monarch and encourage them to create habitat zones during community events or activities, such as the traditional Horticultural Day. Other concrete measures will be added to these initiatives, in the short and medium term, in order to allow the City of Deux-Montagnes to obtain the BRONZE mention.
An initiative to act upon: butterfly effect
The monarch butterfly is an endangered species: its population has fallen by 90% over the past two decades. Scientists attribute this decline to degradation and loss of breeding habitat. However, municipalities can play a key role in protecting the habitat of this iconic butterfly and helping to save this species. In order to encourage municipalities to take concrete action to protect the monarch, the David Suzuki Foundation, in partnership with Espace pour la vie, launched the initiative Ville ami des monarques au Québec, which aims to implement measures aimed at restoring monarch habitats and raising awareness among citizens.
The big toy drive: The Sainte-Thérèse firefighters in action
On December 4th and 5th, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Teresian families are invited to bring toys that are no longer needed, but which are still in good condition, at the Sainte-Thérèse barracks (200, boul. Ducharme), as part of the large toy drive of the Sainte-Thérèse Firefighters Association.
The toys collected will be donated to the Dépanne-Tout organization, which has supported the community for more than 25 years. All items received will be inspected, cleaned, and repaired as needed at the organization’s toy recycling shop. The refreshed toys will be sold at low prices and the profits generated will be redistributed to local organizations. It is important to note that for hygienic reasons, plush or fabric toys, such as stuffed animals, are not accepted.
“We are proud of this fundraiser which allows us to give back to the community! I invite children to give their toys a second life by bringing them to the fire station. As the holidays approach, this little gesture promises to make people happy, since other young people will be able to benefit in turn! », said the mayor of Sainte-Thérèse, Mr. Christian Charron.
To thank the citizens for their generosity, coffee and hot chocolate will be served on site. In addition, it will be possible to visit the installations of the barracks! (The vaccination passport will not be required).
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Front page of The North Shore News, December 3rd, 2021 issue.
Swearing-in ceremony for new Rosemère City Council
After a successful election campaign that saw all seven members of mayor Eric Westram’s Innovaction Plus team elected with a comfortable majority, the new Municipal Council of Rosemère was sworn in on November 18 at a ceremony attended by their families and friends as well as several dignitaries at the Memorial Community Centre. During this ceremony, the elected representatives were sworn in and signed the official documents.
Mayor Eric Westram was re-elected for a second term with his team of six councillors, formed by four women and two men: Marie-Elaine Pitre (seat 1); Carla Brown (seat 2); Stéphanie Nantel (seat 3); René Villeneuve (seat 4); Melissa Monk (seat 5); Philippe Panet-Raymond (seat 6).
« I would like to thank the population for this renewed trust, which I accept with humility and enthusiasm,” said Rosemère Mayor Eric Westram. I am very pleased to continue this adventure formed by a team of five experienced elected officials and two new recruits, which brings a fresh take to Town Council. I am particularly proud that Rosemère is represented by a highly qualified team, with a wide range of skills, that combines three generations to make our town more dynamic. As elected officials, it is our duty to listen to the population and to make commitments that are representative of our needs and issues in Rosemère. Once again, the environment is at the heart of our concerns, and we will continue our efforts in the fight against climate change. In addition to the environment and sustainable development, social and family life, public safety, finances and infrastructures, culture and communications are also aspects that will guide our orientations over the next four years,” he concluded.
Overview of the elected officials
Eric Westram, Mayor
A Rosemerite since 1980, Eric Westram has three daughters and five grandchildren. He was elected as a Town Councillor of Rosemère for three consecutive terms of office. In this capacity, he oversaw various important matters and sat on several decision-making committees. With his Bachelor’s degree in Economics, he pursued a flourishing 25 years career in the pulp and paper industry and 10 years in the industrial sector (sales and sales management). As a resident, he served as a soccer coach for 33 years—a commitment that earned him the title of Volunteer of the Year for three separate years.
Marie-Elaine Pitre, seat 1
A resident of Rosemère for the past 17 years and mother of two young children, Marie-Elaine Pitre has 13 years of experience in sales and marketing in a variety of industries, the most recent being live entertainment. She has a bachelor’s degree in management and is working toward her graduate diploma in marketing and branding at HEC Montréal.
Carla Brown, seat 2
Carla Brown made Rosemère her home almost seven years ago. A mother to three young boys, she has been working in real estate since 2006. She is currently a real estate broker and vice-president of a real estate agency on the North Shore. Her volunteer activities have included chairing the board of a childcare centre and serving as vicechair of The Friends of McCaig Elementary School.
Stéphanie Nantel, seat 3
Stéphanie Nantel is a fourth generation Rosemerite and mother of five. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the Université du Québec à Montréal and owns and operates a business in this field. She is a former employee of the Town’s Communications Department and subsequently served as a political attaché to Mayor Hélène Daneault. She has volunteered with several local schools and the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation.
René Villeneuve, seat 4
René Villeneuve has been living in Rosemère since 2004 and is the proud father of two children. Before retiring, he worked in quality assurance for the aerospace industry for 40years, serving as a quality supervisor for the cockpit of the BD-100 continental business jet as well as Airbus and Boeing subassemblies. His past volunteer commitments include board membership with the CPE La Petite Ardoise.
Melissa Monk, seat 5
Third generation Rosemerite Melissa Monk is the mother of two grown sons and a chartered professional accountant (CPA), with her own accounting practice in Rosemère. Her alma mater is Concordia University. Over the years, she has volunteered her time with such initiatives as a local bilingual preschool and efforts to develop the downtown area.
Philip Panet-Raymond, seat6
Philip Panet-Raymond is a second-generation Rosemerite and father of three. He earned his bachelor’s degree in economics and business administration from St.Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia. For 30+years, he served as a sales and marketing executive for a U.S.-based multinational specializing in automotive parts. He is now working as a teacher at a local school. His volunteer experience includes board appointments with the Lorraine Rosemère soccer club and the Rosemère Curling Club.
