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

The UPA de Vaudreuil-Soulanges is delighted that the Saint-Télesphore site is no longer considered

The Syndicat de l'UPA de Vaudreuil-Soulanges is delighted with the MRC's decision to abandon the purchase of the land planned for the regional composting platform project in Saint-Télesphore. 

Line Roussin has five priorities for Coteau-du-Lac

Following the resignation of Coteau-du-Lac District 3 Élzéar-Deguire Councillor David Lee Amos earlier in 2023, five candidates entered the race to fill the vacant seat. Among them is 29-year district resident Line Roussin, who is entering the race. 

Vaudreuil-Soulanges: Réseaux celebrates its 25th anniversary

Réseaux, an organization specializing in employability, the reception, settlement and socio-professional integration of immigrants, and entrepreneurial development, is proudly celebrating 25 years of contribution to the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region.

Île-aux-Tourtes bridge : No accelerated schedule

While the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable (MTMD) intends to accelerate construction of the new Île-aux-Tourtes bridge wherever possible, it has no plans to inaugurate the new structure any earlier than planned.

Artists sought for a residency at Maison Valois

As part of its 2024 cultural program, the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion is currently seeking artists from Vaudreuil-Dorion to take up residencies at the Maison Valois.

Seven new strike days announced

Seven new strike days will be held from December 8 to 14 by members of the Syndicat de l'enseignement de la région de Vaudreuil (SERV), the Syndicat du personnel de soutien des Trois-Lacs (SPSTL) and the Syndicat du personnel professionnel de l'enseignement du Nunavik et de l'Ouest de Montréal (SPPENOM).

Vandals target Saint-Lazare business

A Saint-Lazare shopkeeper is crying out after her business was vandalized three times in the space of a few days.

Île-aux-Tourtes bridge: MTMD improves existing measures

The Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable (MTMD) is informing the public of an enhancement to the measures planned due to the reduced number of traffic lanes on the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge. 

Appointment of a municipal inspector in Très-Saint-Rédempteur

The Municipality of Très-Saint-Rédempteur announces the appointment of Mr. Alain Nzongo as Municipal Inspector.

Intimate partner violence: the SQ raises awareness in Vaudreuil-Dorion

The Town of Vaudreuil-Dorion has recently completed its new master plan for outdoor signage. Produced in conjunction with a signage design firm, this reference document provides precise guidelines on how to identify municipal infrastructures in a coherent and harmonized way.

The Syndicat de l'enseignement des Seigneuries continues to raise its profile

Despite the sub-zero temperatures, members of the Syndicat de l'enseignement des Seigneuries (SES) were out in force by the dozen or so this Wednesday morning, November 29, in Vaudreuil-Dorion to make their voices heard. 

An outdoor signage master plan for the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion

The Town of Vaudreuil-Dorion has recently completed its new master plan for outdoor signage. Produced in conjunction with a signage design firm, this reference document provides precise guidelines on how to identify municipal infrastructures in a coherent and harmonized way.

CCIVS urges government action to recognize Vaudreuil-Soulanges' important logistics status

Following the announcement of the closure of an additional lane on the Île aux Tourtes bridge, the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Vaudreuil-Soulanges (CCIVS) is concerned about the impact of this situation on the merchants and residents of Vaudreuil-Soulanges.

The artists of Trace 2023-2024 are unveiled

Today, November 29, the Conseil des arts et de la Culture de Vaudreuil-Soulanges (CACVS) and its partners announced the five winners of the TRACE program, 2023-2024 edition. 

Tobacco contraband: Ontario man arrested in Vaudreuil-Dorion

An Ontario man was arrested in Vaudreuil-Dorion and convicted of tobacco contraband offences.

The business community mourns the loss of Charles Fordham

Well-known local businessman Charles "Charley" Fordham passed away on Wednesday, November 29 at the age of 75. A resident of Saint-Zotique, he leaves behind not only his loved ones, but also an entire business community.

A development camp for young Suroît ice hockey players

On December 27, 28, 29 and 30, dozens of young ice hockey players from the Suroît region will take to the ice at Aréna Saint Timothée in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield for a skills camp organized by Hockey Xtreme, in partnership with Académie Lauzon. 

Construction of the Nautica project has begun in Coteau-du-Lac

Groupe Farand, specialists in major real estate projects such as Luminia in Saint-Zotique, has begun construction of its latest project in Coteau-du-Lac. Nautica will take place on Chemin du Fleuve, next to the marina. 

New changes to the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion’s aquatic programming

Starting from the winter session, which will take place from January 8th to March 22nd, 2024, users of the pool located on the Cité-des-Jeunes campus will notice changes to the aquatic programming. With the hiring of new instructors, the number of courses offered has increased and two new courses for beginners have been added.

New configuration on the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge this weekend

Due to the snowfall predicted for this weekend, the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable (MTMD) will be reconfiguring the traffic lanes on the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge.

Desjardins closes its Saint-Polycarpe branch for good

Out of service since August 28, the Desjardins ATM in Saint-Polycarpe will not be reopened. The equipment will be removed as of December 8.