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

A look back in pictures on the visit of the Old Canadians to Saint-Lazare this Saturday

As part of the festivities surrounding the 150th anniversary of the City of Saint-Lazare, the organizing committee welcomed the Montreal Canadiens hockey team on Saturday afternoon, February 15. The formation composed of old stars of the Tricolore was measured at the Stars of Saint-Lazare. The friendly joust was preceded by a barbecue held outside the Saint-Lazare Sports Complex on this chilly Saturday. 

A bill to extend shop opening hours

Earlier this week, the Minister for the Economy, Christopher Skeete, tabled Bill 85, a package of some 30 regulatory relief measures. Among them is the easing of regulatory constraints for pharmacies and grocery stores.  

Zoning rejected in Rigaud: a real estate developer deplores confusion

The City of Rigaud announced at the municipal council meeting on February 11 that it had rejected the zoning change request in the area of Maison Charlebois. Both real estate developers were present at the council meeting to express their views on the decision of the elected representatives.

A bridge between generations: Cité-des-Jeunes students give voice to seniors

Some forty years separate the participants, but a unique artistic project brings them together. Since last December, 24 students from the Arts-Studies in Theatre program at the Cité-des-Jeunes secondary school are working on a unique mission: to bring the stories of seniors to life through a play. 

No consultation, few changes: school cellphone ban criticized

On December 31, 2023, Quebec passed a law banning the use of smartphones in the classroom in the province's high schools. The law is still provoking mixed reactions, especially among students.

Tribute to Archie Martin at Rigaud town council meeting

At the Rigaud municipal council meeting on February 11, elected officials paid tribute to their colleague Archie Martin, who passed away on January 27 as a result of ill health. In an emotional ceremony, the elected officials took turns to share a farewell message for their former colleague. 

Saint-Lazare refuses a request from the Club quad, but opens the door to snowmobilers 

At its last meeting of the municipal council held on February 11, the City of Saint-Lazare rejected the request of the Club quad des Trois-Lacs to modify the layout of a portion of its circuit on the municipal territory. The club wanted to allow off-road vehicles (ATVs) to circulate on the edge of the Cité des Jeunes road, between Sainte-Angélique and Saint-Louis roads.

A 5 to 7 to discuss the future of the Church of Saint-Polycarpe

The citizens of Saint-Polycarpe are invited, on Friday, February 21, to a 5 à 7 particular which will take place in the heart of the church of Saint-Polycarpe. The event aims to reflect on the next vocation of this centenary religious building built between 1834 and 1839.

Youth mental health cuts in Vaudreuil-Soulanges: families left to fend for themselves

Amid the wave of budget cuts in the healthcare network, an entire team dedicated to supporting young people with mental health disorders in Vaudreuil-Soulanges will be dismantled as of March 22. This decision has been strongly denounced by the Alliance du personnel professionnel et technique de la santé et des services sociaux (APTS), which is concerned about the repercussions for young people and their families.

Maison Charlebois: Citizen collaboration desired

Jean-Charles Goyeche, the new owner of Maison Charlebois, has announced his intention to develop a real estate project in close collaboration with citizens, elected officials, and entrepreneurs. Rather than imposing his vision, he wants to rely on a participatory co-creation process to ensure that the project meets the community’s needs.

Rivière Delisle: Les Coteaux awards a $104,700 contract

At its regular meeting on Monday, February 17, the Municipality of Les Coteaux awarded a contract to the Fédération québécoise des municipalités in the amount of $104,700 for professional engineering services. 

Moisson Sud-Ouest : two new appointments to the Board of Directors

Moisson Sud-Ouest announces recent changes to its Board of Directors: Alexandre Faubert has been appointed President and Corinne Bonjour has taken on the role of Vice-President.

After a Four-Year Retirement, Jean-Gabriel Poulin Returns to the Field with Team Canada

After a four-year retirement, Jean-Gabriel Poulin, head coach of the Voltigeurs football team at Collège Bourget, is making a comeback on the gridiron with the senior men's national football team. Retired since 2021, he is about to return to international competition, an experience he eagerly awaits.

A great success for the first activities of the Comité des Fêtes du 150e

It was this weekend, February 15 and 16, that the Comité des Fêtes du 150e de Saint-Lazare held its first festive activities. Despite the vagaries of the weather, citizens responded in large numbers to the invitations of the volunteer citizens' group in charge of celebrating this historic moment for the Town of Saint-Lazare. 

An expense of $78,286.18 to make Lippé Street safer

At its regular meeting, the Coteaux municipal council awarded two contracts to make rue Lippé safer. A total of $78,286.18, taxes included, will be invested in the purchase and installation of signage in this sector. 

Municipalité des Coteaux applies for financial assistance

With the aim of greening its territory, increasing biodiversity and fostering community involvement, the Municipalité des Coteaux will develop a Miyawaki forest in Audrey Park. At the regular meeting of the municipal council held on Monday, February 17, elected officials approved a request for $56,000 in financial assistance for this project. 

Improve your well-being with zootherapy

On Tuesday, February 11, as part of the Hooked on School Days, students at L'Élan - l'école du Carrefour were visited by Danièle Monast's zootherapy team. A few days after this activity, Néomédia had the opportunity to speak with the facilitator to learn more about this form of alternative medicine that promotes closeness between a person and an animal. 

Smash Mouth at the Régates de Valleyfield

For its 85th edition, the Régates de Valleyfield is hitting back with a headlining performance by American band Smash Mouth. The group will perform on the regatta stage on July 12. 

A successful second edition for Horizons Économiques

On Wednesday, February 19, nearly 70 people, mainly from the business world, took part in the 2nd edition of Horizons Économiques, the flagship event of the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Vaudreuil-Soulanges. 

Les Coteaux to pay $23,900 to extend Sauvé Street

At the regular meeting of the Les Coteaux municipal council, elected officials approved a resolution to award the contract for the extension of Sauvé Street. The contract was awarded to Shellex Groupe Conseil for the sum of $23,900, taxes not included. 

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Régates de Valleyfield: 110 teams expected on the Robert Théorêt circuit

For its 85th edition, the Régates de Valleyfield will be pulling out all the stops both on stage, with its entertainment component, and on the water, with its racing component. True to its tradition, the event combining thrills and culture will be held in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's Delpha-Sauvé Park on July 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12. 

20th Street: Saint-Zotique spends $930,608 to extend it

After years of negotiations, the Ville de Saint-Zotique is finally moving ahead with the extension of 20th Street. At its meeting on Tuesday, February 18, the municipal council approved a resolution authorizing payment of $930,608.