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

Ville de L'Île-Perrot : define your municipal cultural policy on October 28

On October 28, residents of L'Île-Perrot are invited to take part in a workshop to identify their cultural needs and help shape the Ville's cultural policy! The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. at the Guy-Godin library.

At the Musée régional : celebrating the 13 albums of the Cyprienne muse

The Musée régional de Vaudreuil-Soulanges is bidding a well-deserved farewell to one of its most famous ambassadors, the mouse Cyprienne, with the exhibition Johanne Mitchell - Cyprienne en rétrospective. The Museum is also taking this opportunity to pay tribute to author Chantal Séguin and illustrator Johanne Mitchell who, like Cyprienne, are taking or have already taken well-deserved retirement.

School elections: Perrotdamois to go to the polls soon

The citizens of Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot will be called to the polls on Sunday, October 27, as part of the Lester B. Pearson School Board's school elections. Pearson School Board. Two candidates, Michael Papoulias and Maureen Baron, are running for the seat of representative for this territory. 

2nd edition of the Altius Challenge raises $11,000 for the Paul-Leboeuf Foundation

For the second year running, the team at the Altius Physio physiotherapy clinic invited the public to take part in the Altius Physio Challenge in aid of the Paul-Leboeuf Foundation. The event was held at the Centre de la nature Quatre-Saisons in Coteau-du-Lac on Saturday, October 19, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. 

Les Cèdres celebrates the 40th anniversary of its big canoe

On Friday, October 18, the Municipality of Les Cèdres gathered dozens of guests at the municipal wharf on chemin du Fleuve. The objective? To celebrate the 40th anniversary of a local landmark: the Grand Canot, a 45-foot boat built in the village core in 1984. 

Marker X now available on RAMQ card

Since October 10, the gender X marker can be affixed to health insurance cards (CAM) by those who request it, according to the same rules already in force with civil status.

Vaudreuil-Dorion's municipal hub is taking shape

Vaudreuil-Dorion's future municipal hub, which will bring together the library, a public square, exhibition halls and the town hall, is taking more and more shape in the rue Émile-Bouchard area. Work is progressing apace, transforming the site into a welcoming green space.

Yan Lecompte returns to court on November 25

Campivallensian Yan Lecompte was back in court this Monday, October 21, at the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield courthouse. The 40-year-old accused of several sexual offences against minor victims appeared before Judge Joey Dubois to continue his case. 

Les Paniers du Partage will once again make people happy in Vaudreuil-Soulanges

Buoyed by the success of the 1st edition of the Paniers du Partage operation, the initiative is back again this year, with the aim of offering a tasty holiday meal to even more families in Vaudreuil-Soulanges. Interview with Wilson Ramcharan of the Groupe ImmoSolutions real estate team with the Kellier Williams Prestige real estate banner, who demystifies this social initiative.

Marie-Claude Nichols launches #mobilitéVaud

On Tuesday, October 22, Vaudreuil MNA Marie-Claude Nichols launched #mobilitéVaud, a hashtag that citizens of the region can use on social media to share their experiences related to mobility.

Quebec considers abolishing the time change

A vast online public consultation was launched this Tuesday by François Legault's government concerning the abolition of time change in Quebec.

Water meters to be installed in Les Coteaux by September 2025

Like many other municipalities in the region, the Municipalité des Coteaux will be purchasing and installing water meters at several locations on its territory between now and September 2025. 

Les Gymnastes de l'île founder inducted into World Acrobatics Society Hall of Fame

Eva Rucka, athlete, coach and founder of Les Gymnastes de l'île acrobatic gymnastics club, was inducted into the World Acrobatics Society Hall of Fame on September 7.

Awarding of a mandate for a photogrammetric analysis of the Delisle River

On Monday, October 21, at the regular meeting of the municipal council, the elected officials of the Municipalité des Coteaux ratified a resolution to award a contract for a photogrammetric analysis of the Rivière Delisle. A sum of $9,500 plus taxes will be awarded to the firm JFSA to carry out this mandate. 

Municipalité des Coteaux buys property on rue Doucet

The Municipalité des Coteaux is now the owner of the residence located at 21 rue Doucet, which it acquired for the sum of $219,900. This was announced at the regular meeting of the municipal council held on Monday, October 21. 

Coteau-du-Lac artist Meghan Oak releases her Avant-goût EP

Coteau-du-Lac-born singer-songwriter Meghan Oak is having a big moment this Wednesday, October 18: she's launching her four-track mini-album Avant-goût. Interview with Meghan Oak, who will soon be flying to Paris to develop a network of international contacts. 

Eleven New Family Doctors in Vaudreuil-Soulanges

The MNA for Soulanges, Marilyne Picard, announces the allocation of 11 new family doctors to the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region, as part of the new regional medical staffing plans (PREM) for the year 2025. They are among the 458 doctors added to Quebec, distributed to better meet the needs of patients.

Promutuel Assurance Horizon Ouest receives Concilivi Seal of Approval

Promutuel Assurance Horizon Ouest announces that it has recently been awarded the Sceau Concilivi, a recognition given by the Réseau pour un Québec Famille to employers who implement measures to promote work-life balance.  

New sports fields in Vaudreuil-Dorion

Fans of pickleball and dek hockey in Vaudreuil-Dorion will be pleased to learn that they can now practice their favorite sports on new courts. On August 12, work began on converting four tennis courts in Saint-Jean-Baptiste Park into 12 permanent pickleball courts.

"It's time to move from a Quebec 'knocked out' to a Quebec 'OK'" - Sébastien Legros

Members of the National Table of Community Development Corporations (NTCDC), including the CDC of Vaudreuil-Soulanges, have made a heartfelt plea to the Quebec government, asking it to formally commit to the fight against poverty and social exclusion.

Peter Schiefke Announces Candidacy for Re-election as MP for Vaudreuil-Soulanges

Peter Schiefke, the sitting Member of Parliament for Vaudreuil-Soulanges, officially announced his intention to seek re-election in the upcoming federal election, whenever that may be. After serving the community of Vaudreuil-Soulanges since 2015, Schiefke is eager to continue representing the region and delivering on key priorities for residents.

AutoForce Group presents its new Collision Center

On Thursday, October 24, Groupe AutoForce welcomed customers, insurers, employees, suppliers and dignitaries to 13, rue Huot in Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot. They were able to discover the company's new Collision Center, which houses body shop, paint shop, estimator, parts and appraiser services all under one roof.

At 13, he raises money to take his family to Italy

For the past few days, Yoän Lefebvre has been roaming the streets of his Coteau-du-Lac neighborhood selling chocolate. His goal? To raise at least $5,000 to help pay for the trip to Italy with his parents, older brother and older sister. Interview with a young entrepreneur with a big heart.

November 9 and 10: “Noël enchanteur par Vign'Art” at Vignoble de Pomone

The marché de Noël enchanteur par Vign'Art will be presented at Vignoble de Pomone in Coteau-du-Lac with artisans. The event will take place on November 9 and 10, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in a rural setting. The public is invited to drop by.