Another busy week draws to a close. Here's what's been happening in Vaudreuil-Soulanges over the past few days.     

December 14: The Christmas Parade and Santa Claus in the spotlight at Saint-Zotique

Ville de Saint-Zotique announces that the magic of Christmas returns to the streets of Saint-Zotique with the Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 14, starting at 11 a.m.

Immigration and Business: Choosing who stays and who leaves

On October 30, the government of François Legault suspended two important permanent immigration programs. What could be the consequences of this decision in the Suroît region? We discussed this with Josiane Leblanc from the Campi Agency and Francine St-Denis and Alina Buhlac from the Réseaux organization. 

Conteneurs Experts joins forces with Transition Québec to create a village for the homeless

Over the next few weeks, the non-profit organization Transition Québec will be launching the Transition Village project, a first in Canada, in Gatineau, Outaouais. Among the project's partners is Conteneurs Experts, a company that has been well-established in Vaudreuil-Soulanges for 22 years. 

A good start for the 31st regional edition of Operation Red Nose

Opération Nez rouge (ONR) volunteers gave nearly 70 rides in the region this weekend.

Ville de Rigaud celebrates the opening of Super C

On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, the new Super C store was officially inaugurated in the presence of numerous employees, family, friends, citizens and members of management, as well as deputy mayor Alain Lapointe, who is also councillor for district no. 6.

The Coteaux library launches a call to local artists

The Lucile-C. Sauvé des Coteaux Library is looking for visual artists (individuals or groups) to exhibit their work in its space in 2025. This is a unique opportunity to share your talent with the community and enrich the experience of library subscribers. 

Lumin'Art: art and light meet at Le 405 park

The fifth edition of the Lumin'Art art exhibition will be unveiled to the public this Friday, December 6 at 7 p.m. at Le 405 park in Vaudreuil-Dorion. Under the theme of Mutation, the city has worked with artists, students, seniors, musicians and scenographers to create a spectacular display for the public this winter.

Pierre Faucher rewarded for making Rigaud shine internationally

Imposing stature and beard, with an arrowed belt around his waist. Anyone who has ever met the owner of Rigaud's Sucrerie de la Montagne, Pierre Faucher, remembers this friendly man who loves his region. Last October and November, this colorful character won two prizes awarded by Tourisme Montérégie. Interview with the businessman who founded his company almost 40 years ago. 

Mask back in regional healthcare facilities

In view of the holiday season and the respiratory virus season that began a few weeks ago, CISSS de la Montérégie-Ouest is announcing the reintroduction of mask wearing until further notice. The decision was made by the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Department and the Prevention, Promotion and Workplace Wellness Department. 

Stéphane Massicotte appointed Director of Vaudreuil-Dorion Fire Department

The municipal council of the Ville de Vaudreuil-Dorion announces the appointment of Stéphane Massicotte to the position of Fire Safety Department Director. Massicotte had been acting director since the retirement of Terry Rousseau last October. He officially assumes this position on Tuesday, December 3.

A Vaudreuil-Dorion hiker goes missing in New York State

The New York State Police have issued an APB in an attempt to locate 22-year-old Vaudreuil-Dorion resident Léo Dufour. 

Recall of Taylor Farms kale sold in Quebec

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling Taylor Farms brand Sweet Kale Chopped Salad sold in Quebec. The product may be contaminated with Salmonella and should not be consumed, used, sold, served or distributed. 

Canada Post to deliver letters to Santa Claus

Good news for children: despite the strike at Canada Post, letters to Santa will be sent to the North Pole.

Les Anciens Canadiens de Montréal visit Saint-Lazare

As part of the festivities surrounding Ville de Saint-Lazare's 150th anniversary, the organizing committee will welcome the Montreal Canadiens field hockey team, who will take on a team of Saint-Lazare stars.

Avenir Île Perrot requests a study by MAMH

Would merging the four municipalities on Île Perrot benefit all of them? Or is the current situation the best way to ensure the safety and well-being of the island's 40,000 residents? It's to get answers to these questions that the citizens' association Avenir Île Perrot is calling on elected municipal officials at the end of the year. 

Vaudreuil-Dorion to See Average Home Value Increase by 40.33%

Vaudreuil-Dorion will experience a significant increase in property values, with the average home value rising by 40.33% starting January 1, 2025, when the new property assessment roll for 2025-2027 comes into effect.

Exceptional distribution of the municipal newsletter Le Trait d'union

Due to the service disruption at Canada Post, the municipal newsletter Le Trait d'Union de la Ville de Vaudreuil-Dorion will not be distributed to all residences as usual.

The Disability Action Plan Committee tables its report card

The Disability Action Plan Committee of the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de la Montérégie-Ouest, now Santé Québec Montérégie-Ouest, recently submitted its 2023-2C024 annual report. 

Île-aux-Tourtes Bridge: Reopening One Day Earlier Than Expected

Good news, if there is any, the closure of the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge scheduled for this weekend will be shortened due to weather conditions. The bridge will now be accessible to traffic by Sunday, December 8, at the latest by 5 a.m., instead of the originally planned closure until Monday, December 9.

236,003 to beautify four Soulanges schoolyards

To provide students with a stimulating outdoor environment, Marilyne Picard, Member of the National Assembly for Soulanges, has announced, on behalf of Bernard Drainville, Minister of Education, an investment of $236,003 for four schoolyard improvement projects in the Soulanges riding.

Two half-day strikes in family child care settings

Members of the Alliances des intervenantes en milieu familial (ADIM) du Suroît affiliated to the Fédération des intervenantes en petite enfance du Québec (FIPEQ-CSQ) du Suroît are announcing two half-day strikes to be held next week. They are scheduled for Thursday December 12 and Tuesday December 17. 

Paniers du Partage: an initiative to brighten up the holiday season

On Tuesday, December 3, the 2nd “Paniers du Partage” (Sharing Baskets) evening took place, an initiative whose aim is to provide families in Vaudreuil-Soulanges with a tasty holiday meal. The event was intended to hand out 150 baskets, but in the end 192 baskets filled with non-perishable items will be redistributed to families in need by the beneficiary organizations. 

A 2.78% property tax increase in Les Cèdres

Property owners in Les Cèdres can expect a property tax increase of 2.78% for the year 2025. At least, that's what emerges from the municipal budget adopted by Council on December 4.