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Massive local buying campaign in the Laurentians

Maria Diamantis
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Massive local buying campaign in the Laurentians
Three campaigns, launched simultaneously in Boisbriand, Rosemère and Sainte-Thérèse

Three campaigns, launched simultaneously in Boisbriand, Rosemère and Sainte-Thérèse

In order to bolster local economies and support small businesses in the community still affected by COVID, the Thérèse-De Blainville Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCITB) and its three local wings (AGAR, GEST and RGAB) launched the second edition of their very succesful local buying campaigns which will take place from October 25 to November 15, 2021 in more than 80 participating stores.

These campaigns, launched simultaneously in Boisbriand, Rosemère and Sainte-Thérèse, aim to promote businesses and stimulate local purchasing. Citizens are now invited to purchase $ 20 vouchers online at participating businesses. This amount will be increased by $ 10, which will allow customers to receive $ 30 vouchers.  Unfortunately the number of available vouchers is not limitless and preferred stores that receive larger number of customers like the Supermarchés Iga Daigle in Boisbriand run out of vouchers.

“The first editions of the local buying campaigns were a great success and made it possible to donate $ 105,000 to participating businesses. As part of this project, municipalities, businesses and citizens are all winners and we are delighted to offer a second edition, ”said Caroline Du Paul, manager, local development and liaison officer – GEST.

The CCITB relies on their annual partners of AGAR (évoilà5, Pacini, Turcot Olivier Optométristes, Ville de Rosemère), GEST (La Petite Clinique, Prohibition beer bar, Vocalys, Ville de Sainte-Thérèse) and RGAB (IGA Daigle Extra) , Faubourg Boisbriand, PFD Avocats, Ville de Boisbriand) which allow them to set up these local buying campaigns. The first buying local campaigns were introduced with dynamism to counter the multiple effects of COVID which struck small Laurentian businesses.

About the local chapters of the CCITB

The business wing of Rosemère (AGAR), the Groupement des entreprises de Sainte-Thérèse (GEST) and the regroupement des entreprises de Boisbriand (RGAB) stimulate the economic vitality of Sainte-Thérèse through collective projects and commercial support. The AGAR, the GEST and the RGAB are wings of the Thérèse-De Blainville Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCITB) whose role is to propel the success of local businesses through its 4 calls to action: To connect, to evolve, to get informed and to mobilize.

Partial closings at the île Bélair Bridge as of October 25

Maria Diamantis
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Partial closings at the île Bélair Bridge as of October 25
Partial closings at the île Bélair Bridge as of October 25

The City of Rosemère is informing road users and its partners that it will be undertaking relocation work on the drinking water, force main and telecommunication lines at the île Bélair bridge over the Mille Îles River, in the axis of Route 117 (Labelle Boulevard), in Rosemère, starting in the week of October 25, 2021. The work will take place mainly on weekdays, unless otherwise specified, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will be spread out over a period of three months. During most part of this work, traffic on the bridge will be maintained at one northbound lane and two southbound lanes.

This work will allow for the relocation of pipes hanging on the bridge or in the waterway and is a prerequisite to the ministère des Transports’ project to completely rebuild the île Bélair Bridge. It should be noted that the speed limit will be reinstated at 40 km/h in this sector and that the 5-ton load restriction for all road vehicles will remain in effect on the bridge.

This work will result in other lane closures over the next few weeks. In the event of operational constraints or unfavourable weather conditions, this work may be postponed. In order to properly plan their trips, citizens are invited to consult the Québec 511 to find out about current and future impediments.

Drivers are invited to respect the signs in place to ensure the safety of all.

17 health heavyweights sign to block the use of independent workers

Maria Diamantis
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17 health heavyweights sign to block the use of independent workers
17 health heavyweights sign to block the use of independent workers

In the wake of the ministerial announcements, the 16 presidents and CEOs of health and social services institutions across the Greater Montréal area, the south shore and the north shore, as well as the Association des établissements privés conventionnés, jointly commited, to taking the steps needed to making significant changes to certain practices, all in the interest of staff, patients and their loved ones.

Their objective, outlined in a letter titled FOR A HEALTHY PUBLIC NETWORK: FROM WORDS TO ACTION,  those 16 key players in the Greater Montreal area wish to create a stimulating work environment for public network employees, as well as provide them with healthy working conditions and a better work-life balance. Through their actions, they aim to restore confidence and persuade those who have left to come back to the public network.

In keeping with the measures that were announced, thhey commit to abolishing the use of independent workers, starting with nursing and cardiorespiratory staff.

Their pledge:

• Starting November 1, 2021 (aside from specific exceptions provided for in the plan), their 17 institutions will cease to train new nurses, licensed practical nurses and respiratory therapists from private agencies;

• The most coveted shifts will be set aside for nursing and cardiorespiratory employees from the public network;

• The renewal or signing of new mutual agreements with private agencies will be discontinued;

• Hiring will be fast-tracked, resulting in quicker reintegration within the framework of a joint virtual 514-450 job fair.

Their actions will be guided by these principles:

• Patient safety remains a priority and there will be no compromises in this regard;

• Solidarity between the institutions is one of the values that is key to the success of this initiative;

• Their hope is to provide staff members with the most optimal working conditions and recognize the value of their skills and expertise.

By giving healthcare workers the recognition and conditions, they deserve, they are confident that they will further the consolidation of a public network that is robust, accessible and safe for all.

The letter is signed by:

Ms. Maryse Poupart, CISSS de Lanaudière

Ms. Rosemonde Landry, CISSS des Laurentides

Mr. Christian Gagné, CISSS de Laval

Mr Richard Deschamps, CISSS de la Montérégie-Centre

Ms. Louise Potvin, CISSS de la Montérégie-Est

Mr. Philippe Gribeauval, CISSS de la Montérégie-Ouest

Mr. Lawrence Rosenberg, CIUSSS du Centre-Ouest-de-l’Île-de-Montréal

Ms. Sonia Bélanger, CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal

Mr. Sylvain Lemieux, CIUSSS de l’Est-de-l’Île-de-Montréal

Mr. Frédéric Abergel, CIUSSS du Nord-de-l’Île-de-Montréal

Ms. Lynne McVey, CIUSSS de l’Ouest-de-l’Île-de-Montréal

Mr. Fabrice Brunet, Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM)

Ms. Caroline Barbir, Centre hospitalier universitaire Sainte-Justine

Mr. Pierre Gfeller, Centre universitaire de santé McGill (CUSM)

Ms. Mélanie La Couture, Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal (ICM)

Ms. Manon Boily, Institut national de psychiatrie légale Philippe-Pinel

Mr. Jean Nadon, Chairman, Association des établissements privés conventionnés

Deux-Montagnes fire fighters honored by the government of Quebec

Maria Diamantis
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Deux-Montagnes fire fighters honored by the government of Quebec
Deux-Montagnes fire fighters honored by the government of Quebec

On October 10, the Quebec government paid tribute to 29 firefighters from the Intermunicipal Fire Department of Deux-Montagnes / Sainte- Marthe-sur-le-Lac as part of the National Firefighters Recognition Day. These heroes from the  Deux-Montagnes / Sainte- Marthe-sur-le-Lac region were awarded the Medal for Meritorious Act for their intervention during the rupture of the dike of Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac, on the evening of April 27, 2019.

Although this team of 29 firefighters is among the winners of the 2020 edition, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Security, Ms. Geneviève Guilbault, paid tribute this year to the leadership and bravery they demonstrated during this exceptional intervention. Note that the 2020 official recognition ceremony did not take place due to the pandemic.

The team of 29 fire fighters and executives from the intermunicipal fire safety service of Deux-Montagnes / Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-lac recipients of the medal for meritorial act are: Director Norbert Vendette, Captain Steve Charron, Captain David Michaud, Bradley Mills, Captain Terrence Whitton, Lieutenants: Brent Martin, Patrice Paquette, Robert Slovick, Louis Viau, Firemen: Mathias Béchiau, Dominic Béland, Jean-François Chartrand-D’Aoust, Éric Clark, Félix Clouette-Laflèche, Philippe Côté, Alexandre Filiatreault, Sébastien Gagnon, Jonathan Gladu, Ryan Kiley, Pierre-Olivier Langlois, Samuel Larochelle, Sébastien Lizotte, Alexandre Longpré, Jean-Luc Martin, Randy Mills, Stewart Mills, Steve Nguyen, Giovanni Pino and Benoît Taillefer

“The intervention of these firefighters on the evening of April 27, 2019 was exceptional. For their speed of intervention, their expertise, the composure they have shown, the empathy they have shown, I say thank you from the bottom of my heart on behalf of the people of Sainte- Marthe-sur-le-Lac ” said the mayor of Deux -Mountains, Denis Martin.

The Intermunicipal Fire Department

The Deux-Montagnes / Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac Intermunicipal Fire Department serves a population of over 37,000 residents and covers an area of ​​approximately 16 square kilometers. Annually, the Fire Safety Service responds to more than 900 calls for intervention on the territory as well as mutual aid in some neighboring towns.

Photo credit: MSP. Last row from left to right: firefighter Jean-François Chartrand-D’Aoust, firefighter Éric Clark, Captain Steve Charron, Lieutenant Robert Slovick, firefighter Sébastien Gagnon and Lieutenant Brent Martin. In the front row, from left to right: firefighter Pierre-Olivier Langlois, firefighter Giovanni Pino and firefighter Stewart Mills

North Shore News 17-44

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North Shore News 17-44

The current issue of The North Shore News volume 17-44 published October 29th, 2021.
Covering North Shore local news, politics, sports and other newsworthy events.

(Click HERE to read the paper.)

North Shore News Front Page
Front page of The North Shore News, October 27nd, 2021 issue.

The Social Reforestation Program takes root in Sainte-Thérèse

Dimitris Ilias
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The Social Reforestation Program takes root in Sainte-Thérèse
The Social Reforestation Program takes root in Sainte-Thérèse

The City of Sainte-Thérèse has joined forces with the Arbre-Évolution organization, as part of the Social Reforestation Program, for the planting of 135 trees and 65 shrubs in the Jardin des Sources and de la Rivière parks. Most of the planting activity took place on Sunday, October 17, in the presence of representatives of the organization, the City and many volunteers.

“It is important for Sainte-Thérèse to preserve these two green spaces which are also wetlands. In particular, they allow the retention and filtration of rainwater, while providing a rich natural habitat for flora and fauna. “We made sure that the species that were planted were adapted to such an environment. In doing so, we are protecting important ecosystems, while making these parks, so much appreciated by the Teresian population, more green,” said the mayor, Sylvie Surprenant.

Arbre-Évolution is a solidarity cooperative that promotes the well-being of communities through a symbiosis between the forest, humans, and their environment. It considers the forest as a natural environment, but also a human one.Tracking the major international challenges of sustainable development, the vision it proposes seeks to act on the links between nature and cultural dynamics, the synergies between communities and their environment.

The Social Reforestation Program aims to compensate for the pollution of businesses, festivals, NGOs and individuals, by planting trees in living environments that need them. Currently, more than 75 organizations offset their CO2 emissions with Arbre ‑ Évolution.

Rosemère prepares for Halloween

Maria Diamantis
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Rosemère prepares for Halloween

As Halloween approaches and while children and adults await any possible new announcements from the Quebec Government concerning trick or treating this year, the city of Rosemère is proactive in its Halloweeniness offering a full program of activites to celebrate Halloween safely.

From October 18 to November 2 Outdoor there will be decor at Pioneer Park and Indoor decor at the library from September 30 to November 1

There will be a Murder Mystery Rally at Pioneer Park on October 19 to 31. It will be an intergenerational activity and a PDF document needs to be downloaded from the library catalog.

A pumpkin decorating intergenerational workshop will take place on Saturday, October 23 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. No registration is required, and this will be a collaboration with the AGAR which will distribute free pumpkins.

Activities requiring registration are also happening in the library for children:

Story time: Halloween! October 22 – 1 to 3 years old

Comic Book Workshop: How to Draw Monsters and Fantastic Creatures: October 23 1:30 p.m. – Ages 6 to 13 (sold out)

Lego Workshop: The Haunted House: October 23 – Ages 6 to 13 (sold out)

Story time: Mr. Wolf, Are You Afraid of the Werewolf? October 30 – ages 4 to 7

Escape game – On the occasion of Halloween, the library offers you a free access to a scenario of your choice at Immersia jeux d’évasion in Laval or Boisbriand.

Candy giveaway at the library from October 23 to 30

Shows at the Center d’art La petite Église: status quo until January 2022

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Shows at the Center d’art La petite Église: status quo until January 2022
Shows at the Center d’art La petite Église: status quo until January 2022

A lot of venue owners were relieved and delighted with the September 30th Quebec government announcement that performance venues with assigned seats will no longer be required to impose a spectator limit.

In Saint-Eustache the City, although delighted with the news, nevertheless informs the population that the La petite Église art center will not be able to be filled to capacity until 2022 due to the work currently taking place there.

Status quo until January 2022

The restoration work underway at the La Petite Eglise Art Center requires that a reduced number of spectators be maintained since access to indoor toilets is currently prohibited. A sanitary block is temporarily installed outside the building to accommodate visitors but cannot meet the needs of a room filled to capacity. The bar service remains closed.

Fortunately, as of January 2022, the Desjardins room will be able to reopen at full capacity since the work will be completed. Thus, no more seats will be left free between the family bubbles

Wearing a mask at all times from October 8

In the wake of the measures announced, it is important to note that as of October 8, wearing a mask will be mandatory for all people aged 10 and over, even if the number of spectators remains small and the distance is respected. It should also be remembered that the presentation of the vaccination passport accompanied by a valid identity document remains compulsory for persons aged 13 and over.

Recreation and culture shines in Lorraine!

Maria Diamantis
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Recreation and culture shines in Lorraine!
Recreation and culture shines in Lorraine!

The Culture and recreation department of the city of Lorraine won a prestigious award as well as recognition form their peers prompting the exciting congratulatory response from the mayor.

“I would like to congratulate the Recreation and Culture Department team for this award which confirms the quality of their work, their imagination and their resourcefulness in honoring our precious volunteers, despite the difficult context of the pandemic. This recognition from their peers is undoubtedly warm to the hearts of our team, which works very hard for citizens, especially since this award follows the laudatory comments received from volunteers after the event. Congratulations to each of the members who invested themselves with heart in this project and thank you to all the volunteers who participate in the well-being of our community,” said Mayor Jean Comtois.

The City of Lorraine paid tribute to the volunteers involved in organizations in the region, during a virtual gala held last June. This event, hosted by the talented Paul Houde, former resident of the municipality, highlighted the commitment and generosity of all these people who worked, from fall 2019 to December 2020, in organizations serving the people of Lorraine.

A few days before the festive evening, the members of the municipal council had even made a major tour to distribute a gift basket including gastronomic products from Quebec as well as a poster mentioning “A generous volunteer lives here – From the bottom of the heart, thank you!” »To all Lorraine volunteers working in an organization recognized by the City. These posters were installed in the front yard, so that the fellow citizens of these 141 caring people know that they contribute to the life, health and dynamism of the Lorraine community. Corneille, a well-known singer and citizen of Lorraine, concluded this virtual gala in style by performing Ensemble.

Flu vaccination campaign begins in the Laurentians

Maria Diamantis
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Flu vaccination campaign begins in the Laurentians
Dr. Éric Goyer, public health director for the Laurentians, invites residents to get a flu shot.

The flu, its fame pushed aside by covid the last 2 years, is always with us and does pose a threat for certain categories of citizens.

That is why Dr. Éric Goyer, public health director for the Laurentians, invites residents to get a flu shot to protect themselves and their loved ones. On November 1st, the vaccination campaign will begin in the Laurentians region. Vaccination is the best protection against the complications of influenza. The influenza virus can weaken and cause serious consequences in people at high risk of hospitalization. In light of the recommendations of experts from the Institut national de santé publique du

Québec (INSPQ), vaccination is strongly recommended and offered free of charge to people who are at

greater risk of developing complications. These groups are:

  • children aged 6 months to 17 years with certain chronic diseases
  • adults with certain chronic diseases (including pregnant women, regardless of the stage of their pregnancy)
  • pregnant women in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters of their pregnancy
  • people aged 75 and over

In order to reduce the risk of contamination, vaccination is also offered free of charge:

To relatives who live under the same roof with a child under 6 months old or to a person at

high risk of hospitalization or death as well as to their caregivers as well as health workers.

Vaccination is also free to children aged 6 to 23 months in good health and people aged 60 to 74 in good health.

The flu shot is available by appointment ONLY. As of now, residents can make an appointment online or by phone:

1. Online at clicsante.ca: select “Flu vaccine (Influenza)” and follow the instructions to

book your appointment.

2. By phone: dial 1 888 664-2555 Monday to Friday from 8 am to 8 pm, Saturday, Sunday

and holidays from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. No appointment will be given at vaccination sites.

Pharmacies also offer shots

Several pharmacies in the region also offer flu shots. People can make an appointment

on clicsante.ca or by contacting the pharmacy directly for more information.

In order to make access to vaccination possible for all, the CISSS des Laurentides offers a free shuttle service to people with reduced mobility and / or having economic constraints in order to

accompany them to the vaccination sites. The Laurentian Integrated Health and Social Services Center (CISSS) reminds the population that the flu vaccine does not protect against COVID-19. For all eligible people, it is possible to receive the flu, COVID-19 and pneumococcal vaccination at the

same time, during the same appointment by checking with the vaccination teams.

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