In recent years, the opioid crisis has escalated into a national emergency across Canada. A disturbing statistic reveals that a quarter of all young...
Mark your calendars for May 18th when the borough of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension (VSP) will host its annual distribution of flowers and vegetable plants. This popular...
On Tuesday, April 30th, the district of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension is set to host an engaging event tailored for its younger population, specifically those aged 12...
Park Extension is facing a critical garbage management issue that not only challenges its urban aesthetics but also threatens public health. With a significant...
In a move aimed at enhancing the cleanliness operations and infrastructure maintenance activities within the Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension (VSP) territory, local authorities have announced a significant...
In the heart of Montreal, an unexpected early thaw has unveiled a less-than-pleasant sight across its boroughs, including Parc-Extension. As the snow melts away,...
In a passionate appeal, Louise Riendeau, representing the Coalition of Shelters for Women Victims of Domestic Violence, alongside Maud Pontel from the Alliance of...
In a passionate appeal, Louise Riendeau, representing the Coalition of Shelters for Women Victims of Domestic Violence, alongside Maud Pontel from the Alliance of...
The current issue of the Parc-Extension News published March 8th, 2024.Covering Parc-Extension’s local news, politics, sports and other newsworthy events.
In an effort to manage traffic congestion and enhance road safety, the borough administration has implemented significant directional changes on several streets in the...
Montreal's journey in transforming its wastewater byproducts into agricultural gold has taken an innovative turn, with the city's ambitious goal to convert 80% of...
Montreal Bar Association Warns Against Fraudulent Immigration Lawyers
The pursuit of the Canadian dream can swiftly turn into a nightmare for newcomers who fall victim...
The current issue of the Parc-Extension News published February 23rd, 2024.Covering Parc-Extension’s local news, politics, sports and other newsworthy events.
The borough council of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension, in its session on December 6th, 2024, took significant steps to honor and celebrate diversity, education, and cultural heritage,...
In recent years, the opioid crisis has escalated into a national emergency across Canada. A disturbing statistic reveals that a quarter of all young adult deaths in the country are attributable to opioids, with fentanyl from the illicit market being the leading cause. This crisis is particularly relevant to...
Local photographer puts neighbourhood front and centre in his work
In one photo, a line of damp clothes runs through the leafy canopy of a green, back alley, crisscrossed by the dark shadows of electricity lines. In another, an elderly man collects cans and bottles in the bins that line...
Éducaloi and CAPE host second renters workshop
Many renters in Park Extension have either already or will soon be receiving a notice that their rent will soon go up. With most leases renewing on Jul. 1, owners often take this opportunity to increase rent prices in their units.
While many questions...
In recent years, the opioid crisis has escalated into a national emergency across Canada. A disturbing statistic reveals that a quarter of all young...
Mark your calendars for May 18th when the borough of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension (VSP) will host its annual distribution of flowers and vegetable plants. This popular...
On Tuesday, April 30th, the district of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension is set to host an engaging event tailored for its younger population, specifically those aged 12...
Park Extension is facing a critical garbage management issue that not only challenges its urban aesthetics but also threatens public health. With a significant...
In a move aimed at enhancing the cleanliness operations and infrastructure maintenance activities within the Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension (VSP) territory, local authorities have announced a significant...
In the heart of Montreal, an unexpected early thaw has unveiled a less-than-pleasant sight across its boroughs, including Parc-Extension. As the snow melts away,...
In a passionate appeal, Louise Riendeau, representing the Coalition of Shelters for Women Victims of Domestic Violence, alongside Maud Pontel from the Alliance of...
In a passionate appeal, Louise Riendeau, representing the Coalition of Shelters for Women Victims of Domestic Violence, alongside Maud Pontel from the Alliance of...
The current issue of the Parc-Extension News published March 8th, 2024.Covering Parc-Extension’s local news, politics, sports and other newsworthy events.
In an effort to manage traffic congestion and enhance road safety, the borough administration has implemented significant directional changes on several streets in the...
Montreal's journey in transforming its wastewater byproducts into agricultural gold has taken an innovative turn, with the city's ambitious goal to convert 80% of...
Montreal Bar Association Warns Against Fraudulent Immigration Lawyers
The pursuit of the Canadian dream can swiftly turn into a nightmare for newcomers who fall victim...
The current issue of the Parc-Extension News published February 23rd, 2024.Covering Parc-Extension’s local news, politics, sports and other newsworthy events.
The borough council of Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension, in its session on December 6th, 2024, took significant steps to honor and celebrate diversity, education, and cultural heritage,...
In recent years, the opioid crisis has escalated into a national emergency across Canada. A disturbing statistic reveals that a quarter of all young adult deaths in the country are attributable to opioids, with fentanyl from the illicit market being the leading cause. This crisis is particularly relevant to...
Local photographer puts neighbourhood front and centre in his work
In one photo, a line of damp clothes runs through the leafy canopy of a green, back alley, crisscrossed by the dark shadows of electricity lines. In another, an elderly man collects cans and bottles in the bins that line...
Éducaloi and CAPE host second renters workshop
Many renters in Park Extension have either already or will soon be receiving a notice that their rent will soon go up. With most leases renewing on Jul. 1, owners often take this opportunity to increase rent prices in their units.
While many questions...
Our borough of Park-Extension and indeed the entire city of Montreal is currently facing a housing crisis, with rental prices on the rise due to a limited supply of affordable housing. According to the Canada Mortgage Corporation, the vacancy...
The rise in occupational injuries among young people aged 14 and under in Quebec is a growing concern, with the number of workplace accidents increasing by seven times since 2017. In 2022 alone, 74 work accident claims involving children...
As summer approaches in Montreal, the city and our borough of Park is bracing for what is expected to be a challenging season. The Plante administration has acknowledged the difficult period that lies ahead, particularly for the understaffed Montreal...
Winter is officially over: temporary car shelters should have been completely removed no later than April 15th. So that winter gives way to spring, residents are advised to follow the installation rules for this type of winter shelter.
Installing a...
Residents of VSP, and specifically Park-Extension, can look forward to the annual distribution of free flowers and vegetable plants on May 20, organized in collaboration with partner organization Ville en vert. The event is aimed at enhancing the beauty...
The City of Montreal is launching its major spring cleaning operation, which will last approximately six weeks and which will restore the city's luster, in particular by eliminating the abrasives used during the winter. The City is reminding residents...
Nearly 60% of the victims were killed by their partner or by an ex.
The number of feminicides is on the rise in Canada and is far higher than the numbers before the COVID-19 pandemic with a woman killed every...
Montreal police officers are going through difficult times: after a record number of 78 resignations in 2022, no less than twenty have been added since the start of the year. This was indicated by the president of their union,...
How can we reduce the impacts of construction sites on economic activities and on the daily life of the population? The new City of Montreal press release asks the question answering it with the announcement of a Summit on...
The director of the SPVM, Fady Dagher, took a first step to show that he cares about the working conditions of his young police officers which keep our borough of Park-Extension safe. These young officers were underpaid compared to...