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Pointe-Claire's Waste Management Squad
Pointe-Claire's Waste Management Squad aims to teach sustainable practices.

West Island News
May 31, 20221 min read
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Pointe-Claire taking inventory of snakes and birds in Terra-Cotta park
Pointe-Claire taking inventory of snakes and birds in Terra-Cotta park

Rhonda Massad
May 27, 20221 min read
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Pointe-Claire plans first eco-responsible parking lot
The new parking area will feature abundant greenery and many planting areas.

Rhonda Massad
May 17, 20222 min read
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Beaconsfield Sound Wall information session to take place May 17
Living next to a highway can have many advantages. Easy transportation, convenience, etc. Unfortunately, there is one negative aspect...

Rhonda Massad
May 16, 20221 min read
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Pointe-Claire creates green parking lot to reduce effects of urban 'heat islands'
The lot will foster trees and plants while also facilitating the natural management of rainwater.
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May 12, 20222 min read
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New by-law protects threatened species in the Greater-Montreal region
A total of 53,435 hectares are subject to conservation measures.

West Island News
Apr 29, 20221 min read
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What you can do this earth day to help our planet
On this earth day, we must take the proper step to help heal our planet and invest in the proper tools to help us do so.
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Apr 22, 20221 min read
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Community clean-up at Cedar park!
Pointe-Claire's city councillor Tara Stainforth is holding the 4th annual park clean-up on April 24th.
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Apr 20, 20221 min read
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The world woke up to snow this morning and West Islanders are loving the meme
Here's what West Islanders have to say about today's wild weather.
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Apr 19, 20221 min read
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Pierrefonds launches seed library initiative promoting urban agriculture and ecological gardening
The seed library project responds to the Borough's desire to offer free and open access to Quebec's horticultural and agricultural heritage.

West Island News
Apr 18, 20222 min read
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Vaudreuil-Dorion fells trees due to ash borer
While Vaudreuil-Dorion claims only 10% of their municipal tree inventory are ash trees, many seemed to be located at 405 Park last week,...

Rhonda Massad
Apr 13, 20221 min read
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Earth month: Plant a tree for zero fee
Several cities around the West Island offer programs where citizens can either get a tree for free or get reimbursed for the tree.
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Apr 6, 20223 min read
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New animal crossing signs in Pointe-Claire
The city of Pointe-Claire has installed new wild turkey crossing signs.
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Apr 4, 20221 min read
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Support your local Scouts by stocking up on gardening and yard essentials
Stock up on all your favorite yard and garden supplies all the while supporting local Cubs and Scouts.
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Apr 4, 20221 min read
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How to create a more meaningful garden
A list of flowers and their meanings to add meaning to a garden or home.
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Mar 28, 20223 min read
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West Island Walmarts are no longer using plastic bags
Walmart is replacing its single-use plastic bags with reusable bags and bins.
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Mar 9, 20221 min read
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Volunteer Opportunity: Canadian Water Network’s Student and Young Professional Committee
The CWN is looking for volunteers for this year's young professional committee
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Mar 7, 20221 min read
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Where to recycle disposable masks
The West Island has multiple bins to dispose of one-use face masks.
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Feb 23, 20221 min read
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An eco-friendly way to re-fill on windshield washer fluid
5 ESSO gas stations around the West Island have windshield washer fluid refill stations.
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Jan 26, 20221 min read
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Celebrate the lunar new year at Grand Potager Verdun
Celebrate the lunar new year at Grand Potager Verdun. A fun activity for the whole family when so much of the world remains shut down.

West Island News
Jan 25, 20221 min read
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