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Number Municipal magazine Winter
04 2020-2021
Vivre
à Laval
Special insert
Sustainable
development
Page 17
Index
The Vivre à Laval municipal magazine
is delivered by Canada Post
to all residential and commercial
addresses in April, June, August
and December.
Production
Service des communications
et du marketing
Management
The Mayor’s message 3 Sophie De Nobile
Municipal agenda 3 Publishing
Anne-Marie Braconnier
Winter 4 Editing
Yvonne Lemay
Social development 6 Collaboration
Chantale Boudreault
Laval in action 8 Isabelle Brisset des Nos
Catherine Cattoen
Special insert – Sustainable development 17 Bassira Côté
Guillaume Demers
Good to know 21 Frédéric Emond
Catherine Erazola
Stephanie Gadet
Community life 22 Carole Gamache
Sophie Guilbault
Career 23 Hélène Lamarre Simard
Marylène Lefebvre
HOSIA awards 24 Anne-Laurie Martin
Claire Monteil
The outdoors 28 Design
Kathia Boissonnault
Fire prevention 29 Amélie Fleurant-Guilbeault
Jean-Yves Houle
Police 31 Mireille Laurin-Burgess
Kimo Ouellette
Libraries 32
The Vivre à Laval team would like
City Council 35 to thank its municipal partners and
external collaborators for their
contributions in drafting, designing
and producing this publication.
Linguistic revision
Edith Sans Cartier
Special insert
17
Graphic editing
Sustainable 2NSB Design graphique
development Printing
Solisco
Digital edition
laval.ca, under About/Municipal
Administration/About Laval/
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Francorama evokes both sustainable development and du Québec
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2 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021
THE MAYOR’S MESSAGE
Dear Residents:
What better way to welcome winter than with an edition of Vivre à Laval where natural
heritage and sustainable development are in the spotlight? In fact, the land use planning of
our territory is based on this approach, which includes environmental, social, economic—
and even cultural—aspects of our development. Revitalization projects are materializing,
we continue to implement measures to protect our natural environments, and we are
adopting best practices, for example, in managing waste materials. In fact, don’t hesitate
to keep the special insert on this subject, where you will find full information on the
implementation of black bins for the automated waste collection.
Just like sustainable development, volunteering is another important value for Laval.
However, this year, since all gatherings have been cancelled, we were unable to highlight
the invaluable contribution of our volunteers, as we usually do, at the annual Hosia awards
gala event. In order to honour the award recipients with some memorable moments, we
nevertheless did have a few surprises in store for them and we are also presenting them
to you on the following pages. Please join me in saying THANK YOU to them for their
dedication, altruism and immense generosity, especially in this time of crisis where giving
of oneself is all the more essential.
Over the past few months, the COVID-19 pandemic situation has subjected the entire
population to enormous stress and strain. Businesses and organizations, as well as each
and every one of us, we have all had to adapt to the many challenges imposed by this
very particular situation. Every gesture counts, and we must continue our efforts to comply
Marc Demers
with the measures that have been put in place. Let’s take care of our loved ones—from
maire.laval.ca a distance or in virtual mode, if need be. Let’s keep well informed and, most importantly,
Marc Demers, mayor of Laval let’s continue to keep smiling, behind our face covering.
Municipal Agenda
City Council meetings Travel free with the STL Hooked on School Days (p. 6)
Regular City Council meetings are December 19 – January 3: February 15-19
held one Tuesday per month. You may Navette 360 shuttle
rlpre.org/English
follow the proceedings on the live or December 24 & 31:
pre-recorded webcast. all bus routes
School break week
citycouncil.laval.ca, under City Council stl.laval.qc.ca/en
Meetings March 1-5
citycouncil.laval.ca, under City Council
Meetings/Webcast Interdit aux adultes evening
(p. 33) Turn back clocks and
check smoke alarm batteries
Open or closed? December 19, on YouTube
March 28
Not sure about the schedule of municipal Bibliothèques de Laval
services on holidays? Check online or call
311! Black History Month in Laval
laval.ca, under About/Municipal (p. 22)
Administration/Municipal Services/Holiday The whole month of February
municipal services schedule
Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021 3
WINTER
©Vincent Girard
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Winter Parking: About Snow Removal
Management and Maintenance Every winter, nearly 3,000 km of streets and 1300 km of sidewalks
must be plowed in Laval, storm after storm!
Last winter, a new approach to winter on-street parking rules
And like every winter, the snow removal crews are ready. In order
was tested in a pilot project carried out in three limited areas of
to continuously improve and adapt to climate change, they have
Laval. The project—which was well received by the nearly 85% of
revised their methods and the City has upgraded its equipment to
motorists who took part—was aimed, in particular, at putting an
meet current standards. In addition, the necessary resources are
end to seasonal no-parking rules, while allowing for efficient snow
available to ensure that the streets are cleared quickly, for everyone’s
removal operations.
safety.
This winter, the City wants to continue the process and evaluate
However, despite all the efforts made, snow removal remains at the
additional approaches. A total of four pilot projects will be
mercy of unpredictable Mother Nature. So patience, tolerance and
implemented in six areas. In each area, residents’ satisfaction,
cooperation will always be the order of the day!
operational viability as well as management efficiency and
effectiveness will be measured. Help speed up snow removal operations by adopting the following
habits:
On the targeted streets, the signs will be changed to indicate that
parking restrictions have been lifted when there is no snow removal t Shovel or blow the snow onto your property.
operation under way.
t Place your bins and garbage cans on your property,
The approximately 5300 homes concerned by these pilot projects on either side of your driveway.
were notified last October.
t Obey the parking signs.
parking.laval.ca
t On the street, park 30 cm from the sidewalk to allow
the snow removal vehicles to pass.
laval.ca, under Citizens/Transport, Snow Removal and Road Works/Info
Snow Removal, to follow the operations under way
Big snowfall
expected?
Follow the operations under way.
neige.laval.ca
4 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021
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Tips for a Healthy Home, Light Pollution
Even in Winter and Good
Here are some safety tips to help you make the most of your stay-at-home lifestyle, especially
during the winter months!
Neighbour Relations
In winter, a number of people increase
Maintain good indoor air quality their outdoor lighting. Although this is a
good intention, it can affect quality of life
t Ventilate: Open windows or use a mechanical filtration system to dilute the amount of and cause various problems, in addition
contaminants in the air. to having negative effects on health. In
t Dust and maintain ventilation filters: Dust includes skin debris, hair and other smaller fact, light reflected by snow creates a glare
particles that can have harmful effects on health. effect that reduces visibility for pedestrians
and motorists. In addition, too much or
t Adopt healthy lifestyles: Keep your home clean, but also be sure to go outside—in parks, unnecessary lighting wastes energy and
for example—to boost your immune system. your money! For some people, intrusive
light—such as from poorly directed outdoor
Prevent the spread of mould lighting—can even cause migraines, sleep
disturbances or mood swings.
Mould is a tiny, decomposing fungus that grows under certain conditions. Although its
presence is initially quite natural, mould can lead to health problems when it spreads
extensively.
To avoid light pollution:
t Install a deflector/louver under each
Keep the humidity level down
light source.
When the humidity level in your home is too high, mould can multiply more easily. So make
t Use lower-intensity, frosted light bulbs.
sure to properly ventilate every room in the house where the air is saturated with moisture,
such as the bathroom after using the bathtub or shower. Monthly cleaning of the walls and t Direct light beams towards the ground.
ceiling in this room also helps prevent mould from growing.
t Set a timer to turn lights off at night.
Two likely causes
reglements.laval.ca, under Vie quotidienne/
Too much humidity (moisture) is often the result of two potential problems: Nuisances
tInsulation: In a bathroom, poor t Water infiltration: Water infiltration is
insulation of an exterior wall can cause most frequently caused by a broken
condensation in cold weather and result plumbing system, a window that
in moisture overload. allows too much or too little air to pass
through, aged exterior siding, etc.
quebec.ca/en/, under Homes and housing/
Healthy living environment/Finding and
eliminating mould from your home
Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021 5
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
COVID-19
Support for People in Vulnerable Situations
The committee that looks after coordinating the actions undertaken by the City, the Centre
intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) de Laval and several regional partners is
continuing its work to ensure access to essential community services for people in vulnerable
situations.
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During the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, this Comité de coordination put in place
various measures that helped meet the needs expressed by Laval residents. Investments
of $3.4 million from Ville de Laval, the CISSS de Laval and the Fonds d’urgence à l’action
communautaire, entrusted to Centraide and the Foundation of Greater Montréal, made it
possible to support actions aimed at:
Success t Food security t Technological equipment
in School t Adaptation to health measures t Additional resources and risk premiums
Concerns Us All!
t Services for seniors
Ville de Laval and its partners continue to adapt to the changing situation. They are therefore
Faced with the major challenges of the stepping up efforts to minimize the impact of the pandemic on vulnerable populations.
pandemic, we all have a role to play in Current actions include targeting youth, seniors and the homeless. Crisis centres are also in
helping young people and adults stay place in the six sectors of Laval in order to respond to the various local issues, prevent the
motivated and succeed in school. They still spread of the virus and support vulnerable people.
need caring and support to maintain their
motivation and believe in their potential. Jebénévole.ca
Take advantage of the Journées de Among the Committee’s accomplishments is matching up volunteers with Laval organizations
la persévérance scolaire (Hooked on through the Jebenevole.ca platform. Positions were filled, in this way, in organizations working
School Days), which will take place in food production and distribution, in particular. Since the fall, fewer people have had the
February 15-19, to encourage young and opportunity to get involved, but the need for volunteers is as urgent as ever!
adult learners in your life.
Would you like to contribute to the effort, even
Discover the activities and tools of Laval’s The Committee is made up of
if only for a few hours a week or a month?
Journées de la persévérance scolaire and representatives from various municipal
Register on Jebenevole.ca. Your solidarity can
support their efforts and commitment, as departments, the CISSS de Laval,
make a big difference!
these are powerful determining factors in the Information and Referral Centre of
their success. jebenevole.ca Greater Montréal (211), the Corporation
de développement communautaire de
rlpre.org/english Laval, the Centre de services scolaire
de Laval, the Centre de bénévolat et
Moisson Laval and Centraide of Greater
Montreal.
PROGRAMS
AND SERVICES
FOR OUR SENIORS
FOR FULL DETAILS
aines.laval.ca or 311
6 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021
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Subsidized Laval Engaged in Implementing
Housing: Social Development Policy
Since the launch of the action plan of the Regional social development policy in October
One Platform, 2019, a number of working groups made up of various social development stakeholders have
been mobilized around its implementation, particularly by working on social and community
Three Networks housing, support for people in vulnerable situations, and actions relating to success in school
and food security.
A centralized platform for submitting an
application for subsidized housing in Laval Implementation of the action plan is guided Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some
has just been launched. From now on, by the values and principles of the Policy: work and events related to the Policy had
thanks to Accès logement Laval, applicants to be cancelled or postponed. However,
t Universal accessibility
no longer have to contact the fifty or so all stakeholders’ mutual assistance,
Laval affordable housing organizations t Creativity and innovation collaboration and pooling of strengths
(low-cost housing, housing cooperatives and resources—developed since the
t Sustainable development beginning of the process—have made it
or housing NPOs) to apply—a process that
was rather difficult, to say the least. t Equity possible to react quickly and to address
this unprecedented health crisis. All
In fact, to respond to the shortage and to t Inclusion and integration partners (Ville de Laval, the Laval CISSS,
facilitate the search for subsidized housing t Power to act the Centre de services scolaires de Laval
(where the rent is equivalent to 25% of as well as the community and philanthropic
household income), the Office municipal t Solidarity organizations) are still mobilized around
d’habitation de Laval, the Fédération des the process. In fact, the Policy action plan
coopératives d’habitation intermunicipale has been enhanced and will be adjusted
du Montréal métropolitain and the What is throughout the pandemic in order to meet
Fédération des OSBL d’habitation des 3L social development? the needs and issues that will emerge from
are now working together. the present situation.
Social development aims at improving
By implementing the Accès logement Laval living conditions and developing the laval.ca, under About/Municipal Policies/
service, these three partners are in line with living environments and potential of Regional Social Development Policy
Laval’s Regional social development policy individuals and communities.
and its Housing policy as well as with the
policies of the Société d’habitation du
Québec.
acceslogementlaval.ca
A question about the collections?
A pothole to report?
Mon dossier. Residential work to plan?
My contact with my City. mondossier.laval.ca/en-CA/
Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021 7
LAVAL IN ACTION
For Sound
Management of
Public Funds
Laval is the only municipality in Québec to
have a permanent committee responsible
for ensuring the sound governance of
the non-profit organizations (NPOs) it
supports financially. Created in 2015, the
Commission de la gouvernance has the
role of protecting the interests of Laval
taxpayers by ensuring that the funds
granted to NPOs in the form of subsidies
or other financial support are strictly used
as intended. The Commission, supported
by the Secretariat de la gouvernance,
also has the responsibility of supporting,
guiding and advising the directors of these
NPOs on best practices in governance and
financial management.
Tax Freeze for 2021
Laval Mayor Marc Demers has already confirmed that for 2021, property taxes will be frozen
Made up of five elected municipal officials for the residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural sectors.
from all political parties, the Commission
de la gouvernance receives annual reports The announcement was made last October when the second wave of COVID-19 was
from approximately 30 Laval NPOs. sweeping across Québec: “At a time when many—albeit necessary—sacrifices are being
asked of residents, businesses and companies, we are pleased to be able to offer this tax
laval.ca, under Municipal Administration/ relief to Laval taxpayers, especially since our efforts to reduce spending, as well as our
Committees, organizations and consulting rigorous and responsible management of public finances since 2014, allow us to do so,”
bodies/Commission de la gouvernance stated the Mayor.
The 2021 budget and the 2021-2023 three-year capital investment program will be tabled
at the City Council meeting in mid-December 2020. According to forecasts, the tax rate in
Laval will once again be below the expected rate of inflation.
laval.ca, under About/Finances/Budget
We have a job
for you.
jobs.laval.ca, under Summer Jobs
8 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021
Virtual STL News
Consultations Travel for free
After a few months’ break during which The Navette 360 shuttle service
methods and procedures were reviewed will be in operation 7 days a
©Vincent Girard
and adapted to the present health situation, week, December 19 – January 3
public consultations were resumed... virtually. inclusively. Always free of charge,
A number of activities took place in this way this bus line runs around downtown,
last fall. from the Montmorency terminus to
Carrefour Laval via Centropolis.
Revision of planning bylaws Take advantage of it!
Last October 19 – November 1, residents were invited to discover a preliminary proposal for Also, on December 24 and 31,
the new bylaw and its underlying fundamentals through a virtual platform based on the open- take the bus for free and celebrate
door principle. The platform is still available for consultation on the Repensons Laval website. safely until the early hours of the
morning!
Special urban planning programs
Virtual information and discussion meetings were also held on three specific planning sectors:
5 smart winter tips
Sainte-Rose train station, Cartier and downtown. These evening meetings provided an 1. Remember to leave earlier than
opportunity to present the proposed development concepts. Participants were then invited usual to get to your bus stop.
to take part in an online consultation on Repensons Laval.
2. Cross the street at an
appropriate location.
Summer rest areas
3. When the driver needs more
Residents were also able to give their room to manoeuvre, move away
impressions and comments on the summer from the bus when it arrives.
rest area project. These temporary facilities
were set up in all six sectors of Laval to create 4. Walk toward the clearest area for
©Sophie Poliquin
safe, user-friendly public spaces in densely boarding and don’t climb on the
populated neighbourhoods. snow banks.
5. Check social media regularly
to find out the status of the bus
Centre communautaire Saint-Louis-de-Montfort system.
Public consultation and participation policy If you have any questions, customer
service agents are available 7 days
In addition, Laval residents were invited to take part in the participatory process on the City’s a week.
draft Policy on public consultations and participation. This policy reflects the practices put
forward since 2014 and establishes the basis of the desire to implement a true culture of 450 688-6520
public participation in Laval.
OPUS appointment!
Upcoming consultations You must make an appointment
Some of these efforts will continue this winter and next spring. A number of other projects will before going to the ticket office to:
also be the subject of public consultations in the coming months. Stay tuned!
t Obtain or renew an OPUS card
repensonslaval.ca (with or without a photo).
subscribe.laval.ca
t Pick up a lost or stolen-and-
found registered card, or replace
a defective one.
2014-2019 results t Request an exchange or refund.
Since 2014, more than 100 projects or consultative processes have been
completed or are in progress. Over 10,000 residents have been mobilized around Inscriptweb.com/STLaval
a variety of disciplines, including culture, urban planning, economic development,
public works, engineering, the environment and social development.
The results of the 2014-2019 public consultations may be found on the Repensons
Laval website.
repensonslaval.ca, under Politique de consultation publique et de participation citoyenne
Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021 9
LAVAL IN ACTION
©Vincent Girard
Heritage, at the Heart of Laval’s Identity
Following an extensive consultation process among residents and of actions have already been carried out or are in progress, including
cultural organizations that led to the implementation of the 2019- inventories of architectural heritage, a series of videoclips under the
2023 Cultural development plan for the Laval region, the City theme “Raconte-moi l’autre histoire” (Tell me the other story), the
adopted a Heritage action plan for 2020-2024. Protecting and Virées patrimoniales (heritage walks) and archaeological potential
showcasing Laval’s history and heritage in all its forms will provide studies, notably at the Berge des Baigneurs.
residents with a better understanding of the treasures and vastness
laval.ca, under Municipal Policies/Cultural Policy/Heritage Action Plan
of their city, which deserve to shine throughout Québec. A number
histoire.laval.ca
Laval businesses, benefit from
assistance programs.
Young Social
Promoters Economy
Fund Fund
Supports the Supports the creation
aspirations of of social economy
entrepreneurs cooperatives,
age 18-35 businesses, and
projects
For more information, contact lavaleconomique.com, 450 978-5959
the Economic Development team. under Appui financier/
Financement
10 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021©Sophie Poliquin
©Charles Briand
Recovery Program for the Cultural Sector Zoom/Art Revisited
The arts and culture community has been hit hard by the pandemic. To support professional This fall, thanks to the Zoom/Art project,
cultural organizations in their efforts to overcome the crisis, the City has set up a cultural Laval was transformed into a huge outdoor
recovery program with a total budget of $850,000. exhibition hall.
Some 33 bus shelter billboards and
4 financial assistance measures 2 Astral outdoor billboards were therefore
The 32 professional cultural organizations recognized by the City and those in the process of temporarily used to allow 7 artists from
obtaining this recognition have access to 4 different types of financial assistance: Laval or of Laval origin to showcase their
works of art outdoors within this exhibition
t Consolidation support produced by Ville de Laval.
t Enhanced operations support In the midst of the pandemic, the project
t Access to specialized equipment and labour was intended as an outstanding alternative
to conventional venues and an original way
t Access to places of creation to give visibility to the recent works of the
artists selected. This particular situation
Minimizing impacts, meeting needs also served as a good way of making
contemporary art more accessible: By
Implementation of this program is one of the actions of the Culture-COVID crisis centre, which reaching out to the general public, in their
was created by Ville de Laval and Culture Laval last March. The recovery program—whose own environment, art mixed and mingled in
main objective is to minimize the impacts of the pandemic—responds to the needs of the their daily lives.
cultural community, which was first consulted in this regard through surveys, focus group
discussions, etc. In the end, the project helped support the
artistic community, which was particularly
The program is also in line with the principles of the Laval region’s Cultural development affected by the measures put in place to
plan, which was developed by—and for—the community and expresses a common desire curb the spread of the virus. The artists
to make culture a true pillar of sustainable development for the entire Laval region. moreover received compensation meeting
culture.laval.ca, under Culture/Artistic and Cultural Organizations/ industry standards.
Financial Support for Arts and Culture
The magazine informs you about Laval's Find all cultural outings and activities
cultural life through videos, photos, by date, category, location and district.
games and articles.
Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021 11©Vincent Girard
LAVAL IN ACTION
De la Concorde sector Cartier sector
Revitalization Projects
De la Concorde sector
The De la Concorde sector revitalization project is moving forward
with the planning stages involved in setting up a walking trail
between rue Françoise-Gaudet-Smet (formerly rue Robert-Élie) and
the west platform of De la Concorde train station. This project aims
to encourage active mobility by improving safety and pedestrian
connectivity around the metro station.
The redevelopment of avenue Ampère, which will improve the
ambience and functionality of the street, will continue in the spring,
as will the development of the park along the railway tracks. And
lastly, the building at 626 avenue Léo-Lacombe—acquired by the
City—will be demolished by the end of the year. The red building located at 1 rue de Nevers was also acquired by the
City and demolished in order for the land to form part of the park.
Cartier sector The City entrance project covers an area from rue du Pont-Viau
in the north, to the bridgehead in the south and from boulevard
The revitalization project for the Cartier sector aims to transform the Talbot in the west to rue Saint-Eusèbe in the east. It includes the
area surrounding the metro into an enjoyable urban environment for complete redevelopment of the public rights-of-way of the road
people to live, work and have fun. network, the replacement of the site’s underground infrastructures,
the development of green spaces on both sides of the Viau bridge
City entrance park and the redevelopment of part of the Père-Dalmas and Délia-
Preparations for the project to provide for a city entrance via the Viau Tétreault riverbanks. It will be the perfect place for relaxation, walking
bridge—which is at the heart of the sector’s revitalization process— and contemplation. There will be a grassy plain for independent
began last summer. The initial work includes carrying out studies recreational activities, small public squares that will become meeting
and developing plans and specifications. places and areas for observing the Des Prairies river as well as street
furniture and plants to enhance visitors’ experience.
laval.ca, under Citizens/Urban Planning/Revitalization Projects
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12 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021Over 50,400 Trees
and Shrubs Planted in 2020
In 2020, over 50,400 trees and shrubs were planted in Laval to restore paved or
grassy areas and to counteract heat islands. These plantings will also help reduce the
territory’s vulnerability to heat waves, which are more frequent due to climate change.
Concerned about the health of its residents and the quality of the landscape, the City
will continue its planting efforts, which also contribute to Laval’s natural capital.
environment.laval.ca, under Trees/Planting trees in public places
2020 PLANTING SUMMARY
39,500 trees and shrubs planted on 4 highway on-ramps, thanks to the Fonds
vert and the Government of Québec’s Climat Municipalités – Phase 2
program. In Laval, the highway network occupies a large area and is a
major source of heat islands. In collaboration with UQAM, this project
aims to test development and planting techniques in order to identify
those that contribute toward the survival and growth of trees in difficult
conditions and to develop expertise in this regard.
6400 trees planted in collaboration with the Société de verdissement du Montréal
métropolitain (Soverdi) at over 30 locations, including schoolyards, health
centres and municipal grounds—where nearly 3,000 m² of asphalt was
removed—with the help of a $750,000 grant from the Federation of
Canadian Municipalities and generous donations, including $10,000
from Crœsus and $21,000 from the TD Bank Group
3089 trees planted in street rights-of-way, in front of residential properties and
along certain boulevards
1100 leafy and evergreen trees donated by the Ministère des Forêts, de la
Faune et des Parcs and planted by the CANOPÉE organization on the
land along Highway 13, at the corner of boulevard Sainte-Rose and rue
Odile
©Sophie Poliquin
330 trees planted by CANOPÉE during the restoration of a section of the
La Pinière wastewater treatment plant
Building Fabreville site
4026 boulevard Dagenais Ouest
materials Chomedey site
debris sites
1527 rue Cunard
(behind the municipal garage)
Monday to Saturday
collections.laval.ca, Until March 26: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
under Building Materials Starting March 27: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021 13LAVAL IN ACTION
©Firme Cardin Julien
©Vincent Girard
Laval-Ouest Will Have Local Services Centre in the
a New Fire Station Eastern Sector Now Under Way!
Construction work on the new Fire Station 6 began last September. Since September, demolition work has been under way on
The project aims to obtain LEED Gold certification, confirming the concrete slabs of the former BASF petrochemical plant in
that the building meets the highest environmental standards. The Saint-François. The work will continue until January. This work marks
building will be inaugurated in the fall of 2021 and will be located the tangible start of the construction of this long-awaited building
at 5580 boulevard Dagenais Ouest, at the corner of 51e Avenue in that will house the Marius-Barbeau library, community spaces and
Laval-Ouest. the neighbourhood police station.
By relocating the fire station, the Service de sécurité incendie will On October 22 and November 10, the City held information meetings
provide its employees with better adapted facilities, including higher on the progress of the project with local organizations and residents,
and larger garage doors that will make it possible to use modern and who were pleased to be the first to see sketches of the building and
efficient emergency vehicles. The construction of the new fire station the construction schedule, indicating the inauguration in 2023. The
will meet the City’s legal obligations as outlined in the Fire Safety participants were also able to note that the requests and needs
Cover Plan. These obligations include the requirement to achieve a expressed during the most recent public consultations have been
strike force of ten firefighters in ten minutes for low- and medium-risk heard. They were also reassured by the exceptional measures that
incidents within the urban perimeter in 90% of responses. have been put in place to preserve the wild life and plant life around
the construction site.
fire-safety.laval.ca, under Fire Stations
repensonslaval.ca, under Centre de services de proximité de l’Est
Financial
assistance
Revitalization of heritage
buildings
grantprograms.laval.ca
14 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021Eight Awards for Laval
in the Idéa Competition
©CIBAF
Start of Construction
for Armand-Frappier Museum Thanks to the “Mets du respect dans ton bac” advertising
campaign and the strategic campaign for the new “Laval. Une île
Construction of the new building that will house the Armand-Frappier d’exceptions.” brand image—both designed in collaboration with
Museum began last fall. In addition to the building, which will be the Tam-Tam/TBWA agency—Laval succeeded in winning eight
adjacent to the Cosmodôme, this $13.9-million project includes the awards in the very first edition of the Idéa competition. Organized
acquisition and installation of state-of-the-art museum equipment. by the A2C (Association des agences de communication
The new 1800 m2 building will include exhibition halls, laboratories créative), in collaboration with the Conseil des directeurs médias
and a multi-purpose room. The lobby, ticket office, boutique and du Québec (CDMQ) and the Société des designers graphiques
checkroom will be shared with the Cosmodôme. It is scheduled to du Québec (SDGQ), this competition brings together creative
open in the fall of 2021. communication professionals from across Québec—a niche
where few municipalities had managed to stand out until now.
This construction is in line with the strategic vision Laval 2035:
Urban in nature. The project therefore comes within the efforts to Laval won Gold awards in three categories, Silver in four others,
create a scientific culture hub in downtown Laval. It is being carried and one Bronze.
out, in part, through the financial contribution of Heritage Canada. concoursidea.ca
Cultivate
the present
maisondesarts.laval.ca | Information: 450 662-4440
Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021 15LAVAL IN ACTION
ERRATUM
Regarding the article "Acquisition
and Protection of Île aux Vaches
and Île Saint-Pierre", we wish
to correct an inadvertent
Did you know…
error in connection with the
• Île aux Vaches and Île Saint-Pierre
accompanying photo. It is a photo
of Île Saint-Joseph and not Île aux are part of the Saint-François
Vaches or Saint-Pierre, mentioned archipelago, a unique feature of
in the article. the urban landscape of southern
In addition, we wish to point out Québec, with its forests, woodlands,
that Sauvons nos trois grandes waterfront areas, marshes, swamps
îles is a non-profit organization
and grass beds.
and not an association.
©Francesco Bellomo
We apologize for any • Île aux Vaches is home to a
inconveniences that these errors great diversity and abundance of
may have caused. amphibians.
The Vivre à Laval team
• Île Saint-Pierre offers habitats
for large mammals and birds, in
addition to an interesting potential
Acquisition and Protection of for fish fauna.
Île aux Vaches and Île Saint-Pierre
The City now owns Île aux Vaches and Île Saint-Pierre, two of the large islands along the Mille
Îles river. This acquisition marks an important milestone in the effort to preserve and enhance
Laval’s natural heritage.
A $21.9-million transaction
Over 1200 Metres
The two islands were sold to Laval for $21.9 million. The Ministère des Affaires municipales of Municipal
et de l’Habitation granted the City $7 million in financial assistance for their acquisition, and
land worth $10 million (on rue des Pélicans, in Duvernay) was granted to the seller—Parc Waterfront in
des trois îles—a subsidiary of Monit Investments, in addition to the $4.9 million paid to the
company. In this way, Ville de Laval became the owner of 95.6% of the area of Île aux Vaches Sainte-Rose
and 99.5% of Île Saint-Pierre, amounting to 152.2 hectares in all, in addition to a 4959.8-m2 Ville de Laval has acquired a
lot located on boulevard des Mille-Îles that will be used to set up future access infrastructures. wooded lot located on the banks
of the Mille Îles river in the Sainte-
A natural environment to be protected Rose district. The site was acquired
for conservation purposes with
The two islands—which boast a wide variety of habitats and rich plant and animal life—are the support of the Government
home to many rare and endangered species. They also possess an impressive plant diversity, of Québec, the Communauté
with outstanding forest ecosystems, including a stand of black maple trees (on Île aux métropolitaine de Montréal (CMM)
Vaches). and Éco-Nature. This acquisition
Moreover, the Sauvons nos trois grandes îles association has been campaigning since 2008 meets the objectives of the strategic
to ensure their protection as well as that of Île Saint-Joseph—the third largest island in the vision Laval 2035: Urban in nature
Mille Îles river. As it may be recalled, in 2010, this group of residents submitted a petition— as well as those of the CMM’s Plan
with more than 41,000 names—to the National Assembly, calling for the preservation of this métropolitain d’aménagement et de
unique island environment. développement.
The site welcomes thousands
About the “protection” classification of visitors every year as well as
events of all kinds. This magnificent
In Laval’s Revised land use and development plan, these two islands are classified as
12,144.2 m2-green space brings the
land earmarked for protection. In addition to conservation and development activities, this
length of this municipal waterfront
classification authorizes low-density housing with a view to consolidating an existing residential
to more than 1200 metres. Its
sector. This consolidation must, however, have a small ecological footprint, be carried out
4702 m2-tree cover, dominated by
in less fragile environments and be the subject of planning focused on the protection of the
deltoid poplars, contains rich and
plant, animal and landscaped environment.
diversified plant life.
The City will therefore prepare a specific development plan for the two islands, which will
bluegreeninfrastructure.laval.ca
be integrated into Rivière-des-Mille-Îles Park and the wildlife refuge of the same name and
residents will eventually have access to these protected areas to enjoy eco-responsible
activities, such as walking and cycling.
16 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021Special insert – Sustainable development
Together, More and More
Eco-Friendly
Three Master Plans,
Ville de Laval is taking concrete
one Blue-green infrastructure
actions — summer and winter — to
continue the sound planning of its Three new Master Plans will notably guide the
territory, foster the resilience of natural implementation of the Blue-green infrastructure, in addition
environments to climate change, to helping transform the territory to make Laval a more eco-
protect biodiversity and enhance Laval friendly city. This is a continuation of the strategic vision
residents’ quality of life. Laval 2035 – Urban in nature.
1 2 3
Urban forestry plan Master plan for parks Plan for preserving
• To improve the canopy and public spaces and enhancing natural
index to 27% by 2035 • To create inclusive, environments
• To publicize public and attractive and comfortable • To protect 14% of Laval’s
private trees and woodlands spaces territory
• To create a tree fund based • To enhance river heritage • To ensure the maintenance
on a compensation system • To have versatile, flexible and enrichment of
• To mobilize stakeholders, facilities that can meet biodiversity and ecosystem
in particular by proposing changing needs services
an arboricultural landscape • To contribute toward • To develop functional
signature the creation of living connectivity between
• To increase accessibility environments on a human natural environments
to cool areas by replacing scale • To allow access to natural
paved surfaces with • To provide 10 m per capita
2 environments, while
greenery of recreational space in respecting the carrying
parks and public spaces capacity of ecosystems
• To guarantee the resilience
of natural environments to
climate change
bluegreeninfrastructure.laval.caBlack Bins
Coming This
Winter!
From January to April, more than 130,000 wheeled black bins will be distributed throughout Laval
territory to residents of buildings with 7 units or less. Along with the blue and brown bins already
provided by the City, the black bins complete the three-way automated collection. This third
collection is scheduled to begin in April 2021. Information on how it works, how to use the bins and
how to manage bulky items will also be provided to residents concerned.
The advantages of the black bin Real waste
All over Québec, automated collection is one The black bin should be used only for ultimate
of the good practices to be adopted. In fact, since waste, i.e. waste that has no potential for reuse.
the contents of the bin can be emptied into the In general, this is solid, non-hazardous waste
garbage truck using a mechanical arm, workers that can’t be recycled or composted and is not
are no longer directly exposed to the contents of accepted by organizations whose mission is to
garbage containers and no longer have to give a second life to certain objects.
repeatedly lift heavy loads. The collection is
therefore faster and safer. In addition, black bin
use results in cleaner streets, as the waste materials
are in a closed container, and so out of sight and
no longer exposed to weather conditions.
What is bulky For example, furniture,
waste? mattresses, garden
The Bulky Waste furniture, etc.
Collection
The black bin will be lifted and emptied
mechanically. Any waste materials too large to be
placed in the black bin will no longer be collected
weekly by the garbage collectors, but it will still
be possible to dispose of them during the bulky
waste collection—a new monthly service that will
be introduced in April.What not to put in the black bin
No But where then?
Organic waste Brown bin
Recyclable materials Blue bin
Hazardous waste (chlorine, paint, oils, etc.) Mobile ecocentre
Liquid waste Mobile ecocentre
Construction, renovation or demolition debris Debris site
Tires and auto parts Mobile ecocentre
Earth, sand, gravel, manure, stone, brick, asphalt, etc. Debris site
Dead animals Veterinarian or specialized company
Televisions, computer or electronic equipment Mobile ecocentre
Bulky items (oven, dishwasher, furniture, mattresses, etc.) Bulky waste collection
Cooling appliances (refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.) Cooling equipment collection
Questions? Answers.
Why is the City distributing Will it be possible to use the bin
black bins? as soon as it is delivered to a residence?
The black bin allows for automated collection, As the 240-litre black bin is too large for manual
one of the best waste management practices collection, it therefore can’t be used until
adopted by most large cities in Québec. automated collection is implemented. The exact
Moreover, according to a survey conducted by date for the start of automated collection will be
Ville de Laval among 5,338 Laval residents, the announced during the winter, but at the moment,
majority of them are in favour of this measure. April 2021 is the target date.
Will every Laval residence How often will the new bulky waste
receive a black bin? collection be carried out?
First, the bins will be distributed to buildings with Bulky items — waste materials that are too large
seven housing units or less. Each single-family for the black bin — will be picked up once a month
residence will receive one bin, duplexes and in a separate collection. This new service will
triplexes will receive two, and four- to seven- unit be implemented over the next few months and
residential buildings will be eligible to receive residents will be informed accordingly.
three new bins.
When will black bins be distributed to
Will the use of the black bin buildings with 8 or more housing units?
be required?
This winter, black bins will be provided to
As of April 1, the black bin will be the only residential buildings with 7 housing units or
acceptable container for collection. Residents less. Over the next few years, this collection will
will therefore be required to use it. gradually include buildings with 8 units or more.
collections.laval.ca, under Black binNew GHG The Fight Against
Reduction Target Emerald Ash Borers
In addition to posing a threat to health, Since 2014, Ville de Laval has been treating an
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions resulting from average of 1500 ash trees on public property every
human activities are partly responsible for climate year to slow the spread of emerald ash borers
change. In Laval, transportation is responsible for (EABs) — insects that threaten the survival of this
70% of GHG emissions. Ville de Laval has therefore type of tree. These leafy trees, which numbered
set a target to be reached by 2035: to reduce its 15,000 in 2012, are gradually disappearing from
GHG emissions by 33%. Laval territory, while infestation and mortality rates
are currently at their highest level since 2018.
In the face of climate change, we can all play an
important role and contribute toward protecting In addition to the trees cut down annually, the
the environment. The entire population is number of ash trees eliminated in this way is
therefore being encouraged to help the City therefore rising sharply. In response to the need
achieve its GHG reduction target, which is part of to cut down so many trees, the City has awarded
a global approach. How? Through small actions $4 million in contracts over a two-year period to
on a daily basis: using bicycles, limiting car travel, support its own crews in order to significantly
taking public transit, buying local, etc. reduce the delays in cutting down trees.
If it is confirmed that your ash tree is infested with
environment.laval.ca, under Greenhouse EABs, you must call 311 to notify the City.
gas and climate change/Greenhouse
Gas Offset Program environment.laval.ca, under Trees
5% of the province’s
electric vehicles — or
nearly 4,200 — are located
Greener Driving in Laval! Laval residents
are also involved in efforts
to go green.
Providing services to residents throughout
Laval territory—which totals 246 km2—requires
some 1,000 motorized pieces of equipment and
vehicles. These are responsible for nearly 47%
of the GHG emissions produced by municipal
activities. To improve this situation and reduce its
environmental impact, the City recently adopted
a policy on the eco-responsible management of Electrification of municipal vehicles
automotive equipment. The five thrusts of this
The City already has about 40 light,
policy are as follows:
environmentally-friendly vehicles and a few
• Electrification of vehicles electric-powered heavy and specialized vehicles,
• Control over fossil fuel consumption including bicycles, ice rink resurfacers and
• Optimization of automotive equipment electric lift trucks. Electrification will continue
• Smart management of automotive equipment in phases, in accordance with equipment
• Employee training and awareness obsolescence and technological developments.
laval.ca, under About/Municipal Policies/Policy on the eco-responsible management of rolling stock
20 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021GOOD TO KNOW
Major Renovations at City Hall
Laval City Hall was constructed in 1963-1964. It is a building that is part of Laval’s urban
heritage, as it represents a unique complex whose modern architectural concept led the
designers to win the first architectural competition in Québec.
The building has preserved many of its original features, which are now deteriorating or
no longer meet current standards, so renovations have therefore become necessary. The
work project will begin next year, will take about four years to complete and includes a
decontamination phase, repairs and upgrading to meet standards, reconstruction of the
building’s annex and all its components (the former fire station, the connecting passageway,
the garage and the boiler room) as well as exterior improvements.
During the work, the occupants of City Hall—including the offices of the Mayor, elected
officials, independents and the Opposition, the City Manager’s Office, the registry and
Ombudsman
purchasing departments as well as the courier service—will be temporarily relocated to 3131
boulevard Saint-Martin Ouest. Public meetings of City Council and the Executive Committee
Even More
will be held at another location to be announced shortly.
Accessible
311
An independent, objective and impartial
laval.ca
person, the Ombudsman examines
examines residents’ complaints and
ensures that their issues are dealt with
No More Paperwork! fairly, equitably and in a caring manner.
However, it is a last-resort recourse.
Homeowners, sign up to receive your tax bill by
email!
New online form
By registering for the electronic document
delivery service, you will receive only the digital The Ombudsman’s office has updated
versions of the documents concerning your its website, optimized its user interface
properties (tax bills, reminder notices, etc.). You and improved the way a complaint is filed
will also be able to consult them online and an through a secure form that can be filled out
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email will be sent to you when payments are on screen from any platform (computer,
due. tablet or telephone). Filing is done directly
online and electronic signatures are
To get rid of the paperwork, register now! authorized.
municipaltaxesandassessments.laval.ca, under Municipal Tax Account/Sign up to receive 450 978-3699
your tax bill by email ombudsmanlaval.com/index-ang.html
Pick-up
of natural
Christmas January 4-15 inclusively
trees
Same day as recycling
collection
collections.laval.ca, under Firs and Christmas Trees
Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021 21COMMUNITY LIFE
©Shutterstock
©CBML
Christmas Baskets: February, Black History Month
the Tradition Continues in Laval
Despite the pandemic situation, the tradition continues. This year, In order to raise awareness and remind everyone of the Blacks’
the Centre de bénévolat et Moisson Laval (CBML) will therefore be contribution to the history of humanity, Ville de Laval adopted a
holding the 36th edition of its Christmas basket campaign. The goal: resolution in April 2019, declaring February “Black History Month”.
to offer baskets to 2,000 Laval families. However, the CBML will not Starting in January, a number of institutions and organizations will
be able to welcome the 400 or so volunteers who usually work on announce various activities inviting residents to discover the rich
preparing the baskets or organizing the festivities, but that’s only a and diverse nature of the Black communities and to take action
temporary change! to ensure that they all enjoy full citizenship rights and benefits. The
month of February will also be an opportunity to remember that living
How to contribute together in harmony must be a daily objective and that it is important
to take collective action to fight against racism and discrimination.
You can help Laval families in need by making a cash donation on
the CBML website. Many schools, businesses and food markets calendar.laval.ca, starting late January
in Laval also accept donations of non-perishable food items. Give
generously!
Mon q rtier
benevolatlaval.qc.ca/en, under Christmas Baskets
fleuri
How to request a basket
To receive a Christmas basket, you must first register by calling
the CBML. December 18-22, the baskets will be delivered to the
homes of those who are unable to pick them up, and appointments
for pick-up will be given to those who are able to come and get
them.
450 681-6164
CONTEST
Registration
open for the
2021 edition
Prizes to win!
parks.laval.ca,
under Mon quartier fleuri
22 Vivre à Laval — Winter 2020-2021CAREER
Public Works: Hadi Hakim and His Team
Put Their Hearts into Their Work!
We also move into action when emergency measures need to be
implemented: We are often the first to arrive and the last to leave!
Our work may be carried out in the background, but it is essential
and enables residents to enjoy their city in complete safety.
What is the biggest challenge for your team?
The unpredictable, like the weather. We are at the mercy of Mother
Nature! So our biggest challenge is to increase the percentage
of planned work. Of course, we know there will be snow every
winter, but we want to invest more in continuous improvement and
innovation.
What are the most exciting projects you are working on?
©Michel Bellemare
We’re working on restructuring the department to better respond to
the many new challenges we face, including natural disasters, climate
change and technological advances. Residents’ expectations are
high. This reorganization will make it possible to respond more
quickly to their requests, set up performance indicators, improve
the quality of the work done and have greater synergy with the other
Hadi Hakim was appointed Director of Ville de Laval’s Service des City departments.
travaux publics (public works department) in 2016. Portrait of a
highly experienced manager looking for new recruits for the largest Next, the electrification of our fleet of vehicles is particularly
public works department in Québec. stimulating for us, because sustainable development and
environment protection are part of our values. An eco-responsible
Where does your interest in serving the public come from? policy for managing our automotive equipment was adopted last
Since my first job as a lifeguard in the Borough of Saint-Laurent, September. And lastly, the integration of information technology
I have always continued to work with the public. I just love serving into our operations and management tools is also a good example
the public and I like to see the immediate results of good teamwork. of a motivating project.
Tell us about your career path. Why be part of your team?
After completing my studies in Mechanical Engineering, I worked as Our team is a united, dynamic and ambitious family that is constantly
a park foreman in a Montréal borough and was quickly promoted striving to do better and better, with the goal of becoming the best
to head the Public Works Division. After that, I held various public works department of all major North American cities. We
management positions in other municipalities before coming to therefore look for candidates who want to join a winning team. In
the city of Laval four years ago. At the same time, I completed my Laval’s Service des travaux publics, we put our hearts into it!
studies for a post-graduate diploma in Management and an MBA. jobs.laval.ca
In 2021, I will begin my 20th year of a career in serving the public.
What are the responsibilities of the Diversity and inclusion are important values for Ville de Laval.
Service des travaux publics? Women and people from visible or ethnic minorities or indigenous
groups are invited to apply!
Maintenance is our main role. Maintaining a city means ensuring the
safety and sustainability of infrastructures and creating value. Our
team is made up of people in action and in the field who maintain
public roads, signs, vehicles, green spaces and parks as well as look
after snow removal, to make sure operations run smoothly.
Your team spirit is as big
as a 10-wheeler? jobs.laval.ca
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