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August 2022 Edition
Legal Deposit | Vol.8 #9
Flowery
Homes The winners are revealed
p. 5
Back to school already
Friendly Reminder about safety
page 3
Good Section
Hawaiian party at the Manoir
page 5
MAYOR’S COLUMN GM’S CORNER
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F ellow citizens of Stanstead,
I hope you and your families are
enjoying the summer weather like me
The Great Upheaval
Several signs indicate that the pandemic has left important
and my family. traces in our lives. Most of the impacts are negative,
obviously. But by taking a step back, we can also find some
With summer cooling down, we are positive outcomes.
nearing our beautiful fall season.
There are still many things to do Here are my observations:
here in Stanstead, with our local First, obviously, there are few positive consequences coming
Colby Museum, Haskell opera house, from a contagious virus that has claimed the lives of many
farmers market and the Centre des people. Or for others, having to live with health problems.
arts de Stanstead all having various And for the hard impact on our hospitals and how it hurt our
activities going on. I would also recommend for those who healthcare workers. This is the first and certainly the most
haven’t had a chance to visit the Stanstead Bazaar or the Les important thing to note when comes the time to reflect on
Belles Affaires for all the treasures you might find. this difficult period that we have just gone through.
I would like to end this month’s message by wishing all our Then there are certain economic impacts. We are experiencing
students a wonderful school year. I believe that helping it now. Our governments have heavily invested in our public
and encouraging our children during the school year helps services and in the economy to get us through this crisis.
significantly in their success. Please be considerate when We are experiencing the repercussions: a labor shortage,
children are walking to school or getting on or off the school a record inflation, many lost their income, businesses or
bus. I little patience can make a big difference in our children’s individuals included, and so on.
safety.
To see the positive impacts of the global pandemic, we need
Have a great end of summer! to step back and take a more philosophical approach. The
confinement has forced several companies or organizations
to rethink their work environment and methods. While many
didn’t approve working from home, they were forced to
accept it and with technological tools constantly improving,
what was unthinkable is now a permanent thing in many
organizations, often in a hybrid form.
PROVINCE OF QUÉBEC Moreover, the confinement has also made it possible to
reflect on our relationships with one another and to raise
MRC MEMPHRÉMAGOG
awareness on mental health and human contact. Many have
TOWN OF STANSTEAD reviewed their priorities and place more importance on their
health, their human relationships and happiness in general,
PUBLIC NOTICE rather than on their job. Hence the changes in the economy
ADOPTION OF BY-LAW 2022-04 and, in a way, the labor shortage. Employees are looking
for jobs that offer flexibility and a more human-centric
AMENDING BY-LAW 2013-163 ON
working environment. It is thus difficult for many employers
THE MANAGEMENT OF RESIDUAL MATERIALS
to find employees, such as businesses in the service or
manufacturing sectors, where teleworking is impossible to
PUBLIC NOTICE is given that at the latest regular offer.
council meeting, held on August 8, 2022, By-law
no. 2022-04 modifying the By-law 2013-163 on the For many, we have reached this stage: we are feeling the
economic and social repercussions of the pandemic. This
management of residual materials, was adopted. new reality compels us to remain humble and benevolent.
The by-law’s objective is to specifical address the The impact of inflation, which keeps increasing, will continue
powers given to the municipal officer as well as to hurt for several months. Since the economy is an organic
the fines prescribed when violation is committed thing, rising prices will have consequences in almost all
in relation to the collection and the disposal of spheres of our lives. The municipal world is no exception
to that, and the effort that the municipal administration will
residual materials. have to make while planning for next year’s budget, which is
approaching very fast, will be
GIVEN IN STANSTEAD on August 10, 2022. significant.
FRIENDLY REMINDER
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It’s already back-to-school time, and here
is a reminder of requirements when driving
near schools and school buses.
Complete document: bit.ly/3QTsl8T
MEET THE TEAM
Since the spring, the public works team has a new
addition. With his good humour and work ethic, Marc
blended naturally into our team of rock stars.
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
Additional details in the following pages
Name : Marc Côté
Role : Public works day worker Wednesday evenings: karate at the Stone Circle park and
Hometown : Sherbrooke Bootleggers running club (various locations).
Why the municipal sector : I enjoy Saturday mornings: Stanstead Farmer’s Market, 14 Fairfax
my role with public works because Rd. Music on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
of the diversity of tasks and the
good team I get to work with. 2nd Monday evening of the month: Monthly municipal
council meeting | Town Hall | 7 pm
About me : I love a good plate of
ribs at St-Hubert and my hobbies August 24: French classes start in Magog
include curling in the winter, learning to play golf in the
summer and cutting wood. My guillty pleasure is watching August 25-30: Back-to-school | Stay safe!
the show, Letterkenny.
September 17: Septemberfest organized by the Stanstead
Recreation Association
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SPORTS, RECREATION & CULTURE
GOOD SECTION
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T he pandemic took its toll on all of us, but never is this more
true than for our senior citizens. Vulnerable individuals
suffered greatly over the past two years.
On July 30, the Manoir Stanstead organized a first activity
since the beginning of COVID for residents and their families:
a Hawaiian luau!
This Hawaiian shindig included a dunk tank, a sexy legs
contest for the men, dancing
with a DJ as well as some
live music.
As you can see in the photo,
this resident is having fun
as she prepares to dunk her
grandson, also our mayor,
into the tank! thanks to all participants!
We would like to The bar is raised for the next activity and Manoir residents
congratulate the Manoir already have great expectations!
staff for creating a sucessful
activity and offer our sincere
2023 CALENDAR Do you play on a softball team ?
Are you a runner ?
Do you enjoy lawn bowling ?
Are you a resident of Stanstead ?
Show us your stuff !
In the goal of filling the 2023 municipal calendar, we
invite you to submit your best « athletic » photos. Who
knows? Maybe you or your team will be pin-ups in the
next calendar!
Send us a high-resolution (300dpi) photo to the
following address : communications@stanstead.ca
Old photo: Beebe women’s team Date limit: October 1, 2022
PARTNERS
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COURS DE FRANCISATION
FRENCH COURSES
350 SAINT-DAVID | MAGOG
lundi et mercredi soir | Monday & Wednesday evenings
You dream of speaking
Voltaire's language with
flair? Sign up today!
REGISTER
INSCRIVEZ-VOUS
INFO :
819 349-6241
sophie.mailhot@cssds.gouv.qc.ca
FREE only book to pay
Gratuit achat du livre seulement
Un permis est Feux d’artifice
obligatoire pour les domestiques
feux à ciel ouvert Avant de mettre feu à la mèche,
voici quelques recommandations :
Il est permis de brûler :
• Avoir une assurance
• Branches responsabilité
AVEZ-VOUS VOTRE PERMIS? • Bois (bûches, billots) RESPECTEZ-VOUS LA RÈGLEMENTATION? • Surveiller l’indice de danger
d’incendie de la SOPFEU
DO YOU HAVE YOUR PERMIT?
Il est interdit de brûler : ARE YOU RESPECTING REGULATIONS? https://sopfeu.qc.ca
• Feuilles • Bien lire les instructions du
• Herbes fabricant pour chaque pièce
utilisée
• Bois de construction
• Déchets • Garder à proximité un grand
réservoir d’eau et un boyau
• Etc. RÈGLEMENTATION CONCERNANT L’UTILISATION DE FEUX d’arrosage
D’ARTIFICE DOMESTIQUES
____ ____
Nous vous invitons à rester vigilants quand vient le temps de déployer ces
fusées colorées depuis votre terrain privé. Malgré la possibilité de les utiliser
sans autorisation, il faut tout de même respecter plusieurs règles pour le faire
Les permis sont disponibles du lundi
au jeudi de 8h à 16h et le vendredi
Permits are available from Mondays
to Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A permit is required en toute sécurité. Domestic fireworks
de 8h à 12h. and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for open burning L’utilisation des pièces pyrotechniques domestiques est autorisée aux conditions
suivantes : Before lighting off, here are some
recommendations:
819-838-5877, # 202 It is allowed to burn: L’utilisateur doit être âgé de 18 ans ou plus
• Have liability insurance
• Branches Le terrain doit être libre de tous matériaux ou débris, de façon à éviter les
Vous pouvez aussi faire votre demande You can also request your permit via • Wood (logs, bolts) risques d’incendie • Monitor the SOPFEU fire
de permis via notre site internet : our website: danger index
La vitesse du vent ne doit pas être supérieure à 20 km/h
It is forbidden to burn: https://sopfeu.qc.ca
Le terrain doit être d’une superficie minimale de 30 mètres par 30 mètres,
www.regieincendieest.ca • Leaves dégagée à 100% • Carefully read the
manufacturer's instructions
• Grass La zone de lancement et de dégagement doit être à une distance minimale for each part used
de 20 mètres de toutes maisons, bâtiment, construction et champ cultivé
• Construction wood
INSTALLATION CONFORME FEUX À CIEL OUVERT • Keep a large water tank and
ASSUREZ-VOUS DE RESPECTER LE RÈGLEMENT DE VOTRE MUNICIPALITÉ
COMPLIANT INSTALLATION OPEN BURNING • Waste a garden hose nearby
CONCERNANT LES NUISANCES.
• Etc.
AUCUN PERMIS NÉCESSAIRE PERMIS NÉCESSAIRE
REGULATIONS REGARDING THE USE OF DOMESTIC FIREWORKS
NO PERMIT REQUIRED PERMIT REQUIRED
We invite you to remain vigilant when it comes time to launch these colorful
rockets from your private property. Despite the possibility of using them
without authorization, there are still several rules to follow to do so safely.
The use of domestic pyrotechnics is authorized under the following conditions:
User must be 18 years or older
The ground must be free of all materials or debris, so as to avoid the risk of fire
RÉGIE INCENDIE
RÉGIE INCENDIE The wind speed must not exceed 20 km/h
MEMPHRÉMAGOG EST
MEMPHRÉMAGOG EST The land must have a minimum area of 30 meters by 30 meters, 100% clear
819-838-5877, # 202
819-838-5877, # 202 The launch and release area must be at a minimum distance of 20 meters prevention@regieincendieest.com
from all houses, buildings, constructions and cultivated fields
prevention@regieincendieest.com www.regieincendieest.com
www.regieincendieest.com MAKE SURE YOU FOLLOW YOUR MUNICIPALITY’S NUISANCE REGULATIONS.
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