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This article written in french by Jérémie Corriveau was automatically translated using AI Police services across Quebec, along with road inspectors from the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ), will carry out more intensive interventions and awareness activities between April 25 and May 1. This operation is part of the joint national initiative (ONC) “Sharing the Road.” Under the theme “Road safety, I’m on board,” this ONC aims to remind all road users of the importance of obeying traffic laws, regardless of the mode of transportation used. It also seeks to encourage behaviors that promote the safety of everyone…

This article written in french by Nicholas Pereira was automatically translated using AI The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has announced structural repair work that will result in closures on Highway 640, in Boisbriand and Rosemère. The disruptions are scheduled from April 23 to May 2. Specifically, Highway 640 westbound will be closed between Boulevard de la Grande-Allée and Route 117 during the night of April 23 to 24, from 10:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. At the same time, the ramp from Highway 15 northbound to Highway 640 westbound will be inaccessible, as will the ramp from the service…

This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) is asking for the public’s help in locating Syndia Evra, a 16-year-old girl from Joliette who has been missing for several days. She was last seen in Repentigny on Monday, April 21, around 6 p.m., in the area of Laverdière Street. In addition to Laval, the teenager may still be in Joliette, Repentigny, or elsewhere in the Lanaudière region. Her loved ones have reason to be concerned for her health and safety. Description and InformationSyndia Evra is a teenager who stands 1.80…

This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI While speeding, a sedan crashed into a parked pickup truck before landing in a tree along 17th Avenue in Laval-Ouest on the evening of Monday, April 21. Two men in their early twenties were in the vehicle when they lost control in spectacular fashion in this residential area near 74th Street, wedged between Chemin Saint-Antoine and Sainte-Rose Boulevard. At 8:39 p.m., 911 was alerted to the accident, prompting Laval’s Fire Department to dispatch four units, including 14 firefighters and their officers, to the scene. Upon arrival at…

This article written in french by Corinne Prince was automatically translated using AI Until Saturday, May 31, residents of Laval can select their favorite projects from the 22 shortlisted for the second participatory budget. This year, an increased budget of $3 million will fund the projects that receive the most votes, with a maximum of $500,000 per project. Each district in Laval will benefit from at least one initiative, covering areas such as social engagement, environment, mobility, play, and sports. The 22 projects up for vote were selected and analyzed from among 379 ideas submitted.Over 275 people contributed their creativity…

This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI To help prevent certain types of fraud, the Laval Police Department (SPL) is inviting the public to securely shred their confidential documents for free during Shredding Day, which will be held on Saturday, May 10, at police headquarters, located at 2911 Chomedey Boulevard. Residents of Laval are welcome from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the police HQ parking lot, where two shredding trucks will be available. Documents that can be disposed of include insurance forms, personal checks, tax return reports, receipts, invoices, bank statements, and any…

This article written in french by Nicholas Pereira was automatically translated using AI Mobilité Montréal has announced major road closures planned on the highway network over the Easter weekend. These will affect various areas, and travelers are advised to plan for trips that may take longer than usual. Highway 10Highway 10 Eastbound will be completely closed between Exit 4 and the Samuel-De Champlain Bridge from Thursday, April 17 at 10:00 p.m. until Tuesday, April 22 at 5:00 a.m.A detour will be available via Gaétan-Laberge Boulevard and Highway 15 South. To access Nuns’ Island, drivers will need to use exits 57-S…

This article written in french by Corinne Prince was automatically translated using AI In response to a question from Christine Péron, a Laval resident advocating for the implementation of a Trap-Neuter-Return-Maintain (TNRM) program in the region, city councillor Christine Poirier confirmed that the City is working on a pilot project during the municipal council meeting held on April 1. “Mr. Mayor, you are the boss: it’s up to you to make a decision on this matter,” said Christine Péron at the most recent municipal council session. “Please, tell your animal services group that you are ready to sign a TNRM…

This article written in french by Nicholas Pereira was automatically translated using AI The City of Laval has announced the largest expansion to date of the BIXI bike-sharing service on its territory, coinciding with the start of the 2025 season. The Laval network will now include 75 stations and more than 850 bikes, including 219 electric-assist bikes. The neighborhoods of Sainte-Rose, Vimont, Auteuil, and Sainte-Dorothée will now be served. These additions aim to better cover the central areas of each neighborhood, making it easier to access public transit and activity hubs. “The popularity of cycling continues to grow in Laval,…

This article written in french by Benoit Leblanc was automatically translated using AI Food left unattended on a stove is believed to be the cause of a fire that will force four people from Fabreville to relocate temporarily. The incident occurred on Gilles Street on the afternoon of Monday, April 14, with 911 being alerted at 3:02 p.m. Just three minutes later, the first of six units from Laval’s Fire Safety Department—comprising 28 firefighters and their officers—arrived on the scene and quickly noticed smoke coming from the roof of the single-family home located just west of Highway 15. Upon discovering…