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Flood adaptation subsidy program now applies to Townhouse residents
https://www.pointe-claire.ca/en/municipal-organization/news-and-media/news/launch-program-rains Eligibility of townhouses We can confirm that townhouses are eligible for the program, but only for improvements to privately owned residential areas. Common areas are not currently eligible. For example, an application for a pump to be installed in your basement would be eligible, while work involving a common area, such as a shared garage, would not. A prevention-focused program
Jul 202 min read


Buckthorn clearing in Cedar Park
City of Pointe-Claire | Cedar Park Heights Park Woodland Restoration The City of Pointe-Claire will begin, in July, work to eradicate buckthorn from the wooded area of Cedar Park Heights Park. The work will continue until late fall. Over the coming weeks, crews will manually remove buckthorn stems and cover the remaining stumps with a membrane to prevent regrowth over the next five years. During this period, the woodland may appear less dense. This is a normal and necessary s
Jul 111 min read


Financial Assistance Program for flood preparedness
https://www.pointe-claire.ca/en/community-life/programs-and-subsidies/financial-assistance-program-for-stormwater-management-on-residential-properties This week Council adopted a flood preparedness subsidy program for homeowners in single family or 2 unit buildings. Under the program, residents can obtain a subsidy of up to 50%, to a maximum of $5,000 of flood adaptation expenses such as: grade correction; installation or improvement of permeable surfaces; planting a
Jul 101 min read


Flooding and development
I want to make clear that I don’t share the Mayor and Administration's official position stated at the July 7th Pointe-Claire Council meeting and posted today as a "misconception to be debunked" on a City storm water information page, that there is no relationship between Pointe-Claire's condo development and increased flooding. Greenspaces and wetlands absorb rainwater, buildings and concrete do not. The main condo project in my district, Greenwich, was built on a wetland an
Jul 101 min read


Canada Day Activities in Pointe-Claire
Happy Canada Day! https://www.pointe-claire.ca/en/municipal-organization/news-and-media/news/canada-day-in-pointe-claire-a-festive-day-for-the-whole-community The City of Pointe-Claire invites you to come together to celebrate Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Alexandre-Bourgeau Park. Families can enjoy a full day of activities and entertainment in a festive and welcoming atmosphere. Celebrations will also take place throughout the Pointe-Claire Village sector, offeri
Jun 301 min read
Update: Cedar Park Pool reopened as of 3pm Saturday June 27
The City of Pointe-Claire, on behalf of the Cedar Park Heights Pool Association, is pleased to inform you that, following the completion of repairs to the mechanical issue, the pool will reopen today, Saturday, June 27 at 3 p.m. Thank you for your cooperation.
Jun 271 min read


