Nelligan MNA donates $25,000 to West Island Community Shares in support of the community
Nelligan MNA , Monsef Derraji, donates $25,000 to West Island Community Shares in support of the community
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Rhonda Massad
- Jan 26
- 1 min
Mayor of Pointe-Claire discusses the challenges on city council
Mayor of Pointe-Claire, Tim Thomas, addresses the contention that has gone public amongst members of council since the start of his mandate.
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West Island News
- Jan 20
- 1 min
Pointe-Claire Councillor Brent Cowan discusses council position amid resignations and tensions.
Cowan expresses how it feels to be on a council where one councillor has resigned and another has considered leaving.
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Rhonda Massad
- Jan 18
- 1 min
Dollard-des-Ormeaux was officially declared bilingual in April 1978 and resolves to remain that way
Dollard-des-Ormeaux was officially declared bilingual in April 1978 and resolves to remain that way
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West Island News
- Jan 17
- 3 min
Three municipal councillors leave the Vaudreuil-Dorion Action Party
Three members of the Vaudreuil-Dorion Action Party have released a statement outlining their decision to leave and sit independently.
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Rhonda Massad
- Jan 10
- 2 min
Pointe-Claire councillor resigns citing majority of council do not reflect her values
I remain hopeful that Pointe-Claire will find ways to navigate the delicate balance between the desire for growth and profit
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Rhonda Massad
- Jan 5
- 1 min
Travellers from China need to test negative for COVID-19 48 hours before entering Canada
Travellers from China need to test negative for COVID-19 48 hours before entering Canada
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West Island News
- Dec 28, 2022
- 5 min
Suburban municipalities to pay $38 million to Montreal Agglo
The ASM demands provincial intervention for immediate and fair adjustments to the Montréal quotas suburban municipalities are subject to.
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Ross Conroy
- Dec 8, 2022
- 2 min
Ross’ Rant: When in Doubt, Blame The Anglos
When Quebec Premiere Francois Legault ran for the top political job in 2018, he did a tour of his hometown, Sainte Anne-de-Bellevue,...
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West Island News
- Dec 2, 2022
- 1 min
Dollard-des-Ormeaux municipal council developing fiscal relief measures for its residents
The D.D.O. municipal council is developing targeted fiscal relief initiatives, given residents face increased interest rates and inflation.
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Rhonda Massad
- Nov 18, 2022
- 2 min
Pointe-Claire Councillor denounces anti-Semitic slur "We all make mistakes, we can do better"
As far as Stainforth is concerned, that is not enough. She would like the Mayor to take pen to paper and reflect as he composes an apology.
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West Island News
- Oct 4, 2022
- 1 min
The West Island remains red as Liberal candidates clean up.
The provincial election results are in! The West Island remains Liberal across the board, despite a CAQ majority win.
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West Island News
- Sep 30, 2022
- 1 min
Why is it important to vote?
Your last chance to have a say in provincial government is on Election Day, October 3rd.
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West Island News
- Sep 29, 2022
- 1 min
Eric Duhaime arrives in Pointe-Claire this Saturday for a Montreal Conservative Rally
In a campaign event of great significance for the Conservative Party of Québec, Eric Duhaime will host a Conservative rally this Saturday.
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West Island News
- Sep 25, 2022
- 3 min
2022 Provincial Election: Advance Voting Begins Today, September 25th
Advance voting has begun! Here's what you need to know if you're voting ahead of October 3.
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Rhonda Massad
- Sep 23, 2022
- 2 min
Meet Gary Charles; A word from the Nelligan riding Conservative Party candidate.
The Conservative Party candidate running in the Nelligan riding shares how Conservatives will shape the National Assembly and repeal Bill 96
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Rhonda Massad
- Sep 20, 2022
- 2 min
Rise in property values cause rise in municipal taxes
The property assessment roll is an inventory of all the properties located on the territory of a municipality. It contains information to...
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Rhonda Massad
- Sep 19, 2022
- 1 min
Axel Lellouche: Robert-Baldwin candidate shares his Conservative Party platform
Find out more about the Conservative Party's Axel Lellouche, who is running in the Robert-Baldwin riding. Election Day is October 3rd.
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Rhonda Massad
- Sep 10, 2022
- 1 min
Pointe-Claire asks Quebec to retain bilingual status
members of the Pointe-Claire City Council adopted a resolution asking the Québec government to retain Pointe-Claire’s status as a bilingual
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Rhonda Massad
- Sep 9, 2022
- 5 min
10 reasons to re-elect Monsef Derraji in Nelligan
Monsef Derraji's term as the Member of National Assembly for the Nelligan has been about meeting Kirkland, Pierrefonds-West Ile Bizard
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West Island News
- Sep 6, 2022
- 2 min
Abroad on Election Day? Here's how to cast your ballot
With the provincial elections set for October 3rd, Quebecers abroad can still have their say.
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Hannah Johnston
- Aug 3, 2022
- 2 min
Meet Jean Marier; the CaPQ's candidate for the electoral district of Nelligan
The provincial party entitled the Canadian Party of Québec has announced that Jean Marier will be their representative Nelligan candidate.
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Hannah Johnston
- Jul 18, 2022
- 1 min
Baie-D'Urfé voters elect Tony Brown and Tom Thompson
Sunday, July 17th, was Election Day for the Baie-D'Urfé municipal by-election. Town Council Seats 1 and 3 were contested.
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Hannah Johnston
- Jul 14, 2022
- 4 min
Meet the Baie-D'Urfé Councillor candidates
Election Day is Sunday, July 17th, for the Baie-D'Urfé municipal byelection. Seven candidates are running for Council positions 1 and 3.
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Hannah Johnston
- Jun 16, 2022
- 1 min
An exclusive interview with Gregory Kelley, MNA for the Jacques-Cartier Riding
In a conversation with the West Island News, Gregory Kelley addresses the topics that have impacted Jacques-Cartier constituents.
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Rhonda Massad
- May 10, 2022
- 1 min
Should the healthcare system be excluded from Bill 96?
English groups in Montreal say they plan to protest against Quebec's Bill 96, which aims to strengthen the province's French language...
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West Island News
- Apr 22, 2022
- 1 min
Elections Quebec: Recruitment of information officers
Élections Québec’s information centre team is looking for new members in preparation for the provincial general elections.
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West Island News
- Apr 7, 2022
- 1 min
The announcement of new regulations for the next elections
Bill 29 will make it possible for certain groups of electors to participate in postal voting.
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Morgan Weinmeister
- Apr 6, 2022
- 2 min
A Beaconsfield intersection is sparking intense safety debate
The intersection between Highway 20 and Boulevard St-Charles has Beaconsfield resident concerned.
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West Island News
- Apr 5, 2022
- 2 min
Here's everything you need to know about Quebec's 500$ payout in response to inflation
If you're confused about Legault's $500 tax credit, we've outlined the facts.
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Morgan Weinmeister
- Mar 29, 2022
- 2 min
This petition is asking the Quebec government to lower tax rates on climbing gas prices
The change.org petition is asking for the temporary reduction of fuel tax rates.
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West Island News
- Mar 24, 2022
- 1 min
A virtual information session on the progression of the REM in DDO
Those wishing to ask questions and gain insight on the REM construction will be able to do so on March 29th.
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West Island News
- Mar 16, 2022
- 2 min
Pierrefonds-Roxboro demands firm action from Plante administration in response to potential flooding
Mayor Beis says inaction and lack of funding from Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante will continually lead to devastation.
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West Island News
- Mar 15, 2022
- 1 min
Call for families wishing to welcome Ukrainian refugees
Peter Schiefke is calling for citizens in the area who wish to open up their homes to Ukrainian refugees.
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Rhonda Massad
- Mar 8, 2022
- 3 min
Kirkland residents divided over $20,000 donation to Ukraine from the town
Should using municipal resources for gifts and charitable donations be accepted at the muncipal level? Since January 2014, Canada has ...
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West Island News
- Feb 25, 2022
- 2 min
Community strikes planned in response to underfunding
In a response to underfunding in the community sector, community action organizations will strike from February 21st to 24th.
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West Island News
- Feb 18, 2022
- 1 min
Pointe-Claire presses pause on residential construction
Citizens have expressed anxieties about commercial construction and Mayor Tim Thomas responded.
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Morgan Weinmeister
- Feb 7, 2022
- 2 min
Mayor Valérie Plante requests official re-opening plan as tourism industry plummets
Montreal's Mayor took to Facebook requesting clarity and transparency on the city's re-opening game plan.
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Morgan Weinmeister
- Feb 1, 2022
- 1 min
BREAKING: Gyms to reopen and no anti-vax tax for now
Gyms to re-open on Valentine's Day. Calling off the anti-vax tax... for now.
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Morgan Weinmeister
- Jan 25, 2022
- 2 min
Quebec needs 'health overhaul', province to open up in phases according to Legault
Gradual loosening of restrictions in phases according to the Premier.
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Morgan Weinmeister
- Jan 18, 2022
- 2 min
An update on the health crisis in Quebec from Health Minister, Christian Dubé
An update on the health situation in the province.
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West Island News
- Jan 18, 2022
- 3 min
Association of Suburban Municipalities claiming millions of dollars in over taxation by Agglo
This injustice started in 2019 with the adoption of a Ministerial Order that differed from the rules established in the 2008 agreement.
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