Author: Courrier Laval News
This article written in french by GenevièveQuessy was automatically translated using ChatGPT Going apple picking with the family is a wonderful tradition to kick off the fall season. Did you know that you can do this in Laval? A farm opens its orchard for self-picking and even welcomes your dog as long as it’s on a leash! “Apple picking is much more than an agri-tourism activity; it’s a tradition that connects citizens with their local producers. By choosing Quebec apples, you directly support local families and the regional economy,” said Stéphane Alary, President of the Fédération de l’Union des Producteurs…
This article written in french by Stéphane St-Amour was automatically translated using AI. During the city council meeting on Tuesday, Mayor Stéphane Boyer did not hide the truth while responding to the many affected citizens who came to question the elected officials, a month after the historic floods of August 9. Visibly moved by the human tragedies and psychological distress caused by Debby’s passage through the area, Mr. Boyer was “clear and transparent” about the approximately 5,000 citizen claims the City received within 15 days of the event. “To be quite honest, I believe most of them will be rejected,”…
This article written in french by Corinne Prince was automatically translated using AI. For the past few weeks, a mural by Toronto artist Jacquie Comrie has adorned two facades of the Saint-Martin Towers in the Chomedey neighborhood. While many people are pleased with the colorful addition to the urban setting, others are questioning the cost of such an installation and the choice of an Ontario-based artist. The gigantic work, titled *Inner Child Healing*, enhances the City of Laval’s public art collection as part of an initiative led by MU, a charitable organization specializing in mural development. The municipality states that…
This article written in french by Nicholas Pereira was automatically translated using ChatGPT. A 31-year-old Torontonian is denouncing an incident of police brutality and racial profiling that occurred during his stay in Laval on the night of September 1. Gulaid Mahdi Omar and his friends had just exited a rented vehicle when they were reportedly intercepted by police. The officers allegedly instructed them to return to the vehicle. A video posted on social media shows the aftermath of the intervention, during which police attempted to subdue Mr. Omar on the ground. The Red Coalition, which fights against racial profiling and…
This article written in french by Stéphane St-Amour was automatically translated using AI The interim leader of the Parti Laval and councilor for Fabreville, Claude Larochelle, persists and signs off, having always opposed the cultural infrastructure megaproject in downtown, whose ceremonial groundbreaking took place yesterday. The $180 million dream of Mayor Boyer “The $180 million dream of Mayor Boyer prevails, once again, over pressing needs, such as a green space in the midst of all these residential towers,” he commented via email, referring to the Montmorency sector. He argues that the mayor is “sacrificing the last vacant lot in downtown,”…
In collaboration with Promutuel Insurance You’re coming from a party where alcohol was flowing freely and have decided to let your sober friend drive you home safely in your car. Bad luck! You and your designated driver accidentally end up in a ditch after too quick a move. Unfortunately, your friend doesn’t have insurance! Will you be compensated for this accident? It depends! The answer is not as simple as you might think. Clarification is required In Québec, before lending your car to a friend, it’s essential to take a few precautions to ensure the safety of road users. First,…
In collaboration with Promutuel Insurance According to the Government of Québec, in 2021, energy spending by individuals across the province totalled over $15 billion. And 55% of that was spent on fuel for personal vehicles. Sound like a lot? It’s actually 14% less than average spending on gasoline and other fuels in 2019. Even so, motorists are spending more than ever to use their vehicles. And rising fuel prices are taking a real toll on their wallets! Statistics Canada figures for 2022 show that consumers paid 28.5% more for gasoline on an average annual basis—a significant dent in the budget…
Before you begin construction of your future terrace or pathway, you’ll need to choose the flooring you’re going to use. Stone, wood, concrete or composite – the choice is yours! Here are a few points to consider to help you find the right material. 1. Your garden’s style Do you want a sleek, modern space? Or perhaps you prefer a more natural, rustic look? When choosing materials for your patio, be sure to take into account the overall style of your garden to create a harmonious space that reflects your image. 2. Your lifestyle habits Think about how you intend…
On Monday, July 11, the two levels of federal and provincial government announced a joint investment of more than $24 million for a new storm sewer network in the Monty sector, east of Laval. The Courrier Laval had already announced these investments earlier this winter. Ville de Laval will also invest in this project, which aims to control recurring sewer backups in the area of Monty and Cyrano streets, located in the Saint-François district. The funding will be used in particular to separate the sewer networks by adding new storm pipes and to put in place new measures for the…
Over the past two weeks, the Laval Police Service (SPL) has carried out two searches which have led, among other things, to the seizure of 2355.06 grams of heroin and 21.5 grams of cocaine. It was investigators from the SPL Organized Crime Squad who carried out this police operation linked to a narcotics distribution network. A single sector The searches were carried out in two residential buildings in Chomedey. These interventions stemmed from information received to the effect that an individual linked to a criminal network would be involved in the distribution of heroin and cocaine. During the investigation, the…