Composting Ville de Saint-Lazare: Services or information provided by the Town Many sessions throughout the region - Backyard composting training sessions Saint-Lazare (Québec), September 6, 2011 Again this year, la MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges has mandated the non-profit organization Terres en Ville to offer Vaudreuil-Soulanges residents several French backyard composting training sessions to promote the recovery of domestic organic residues. Sessions are offered free of charge to all Vaudreuil-Soulanges residents. It is not necessary to register to participate. Let us remind you that organic residues represent fifty nine percent (59 %) of domestic wastes sent to landfills. Composting is therefore a very simple gesture to reduce the volume of garbage sent to landfills and produce useful fertilizing compost. For more information on the subject, see our green file on domestic Composting.                                2011 backyard composting training sessions in French only MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges : Services or information provided by the MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges MRC Vaudreuil-Soulanges will again this year be offering training on composting Les Cèdres September 13 7:00 p.m. Pavillon récréatif des Bénévoles (145, rue Valade) Pincourt 21 septembre 7:00 p.m. Omni-centre (375, boul. Cardinal-Léger) Saint-Polycarpe September 27 7:00 p.m. aréna de Saint-Polycarpe (10, rue des Loisirs) Rigaud October 5 7:00 p.m. salle Paul-Brasseur (10, rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste Est) Backyard composter sale and general information session (ask all the questions you want to experts on location) Vaudreuil-Dorion October 13 - 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. MRC Vaudreuil-Soulanges (420 Avenue Saint-Charles) Contact la MRC at 450 455-5753 or www.mrcvs.ca for more information on these training sessions. Calendar of training on composting in 2011 À l’école et dans les garderies Félicitations aux écoles et garderies participantes Depuis les dernières années, le compostage est devenu une pratique courante dans les écoles et Centres de la petite enfance (CPE) de la ville. FÉLICITATIONS aux élèves et membres du personnel des écoles AUCLAIR * FOREST HILL JR. * À L’ORÉE-DU-BOIS * WESTWOOD SR. ainsi qu’aux enfants et au personnel du CPE LES AMIS DU CHÂTEAU DE SABLE! Depuis 2009, ils ont réussi à transformer 6800 kg de matières putrescibles en compost, ce qui représente près de 7 tonnes de matières détournées des sites d’enfouissement. Ces initiatives méritent d’être encouragées et imitées. Établissements 2009 Quantités récupérées (kg) 2010 Quantités récupérées (kg) Total (kg) Auclair 400 1206 1606 CPE Les Amis du Château de sable   447 447 Forest Hill Junior 268 1700 1968 À l’Orée-du-Bois 403 1340 1743 Westwood Senior   1040 1040   1071 5733 6804

Eco tips Chose the right tree next to power lines (French only) Composting Ecological lawn maintenance Help protect our forests – buy firewood locally Poison Ivy Quebec tree diseases (French only) Ragweed Septic tank system Tall grasses, weeds and bushes Green links

Environmental policy Download this document (PDF) Available in French only

Events

HHW 2011 and last paper bag distribution on Saturday, November 5 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Ville de Saint-Lazare wishes to inform its residents that the MRC of Vaudreuil-Soulanges will hold HHW collections on November 5 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Saint-Lazare Community Center (1301 Rue du Bois). [more] The Town of Saint-Lazare will distribute free paper bags for the leaf pickup. Distribution may end earlier if stocks run dry before 2:30 p.m. [more]

The historic and natural heritage of Saint-Lazare - Expansion of La Pinière On Sunday, October 2, 2011, Mayor Pierre Kary celebrated the purchase of the three pieces of land soon to be added to La Pinière in the company of Ms. Anne Bourel, vice-president of the Randonneurs associés, and Mr. Yves Venditti, president of the Equestrian Club. [ more ]

Paper bags distribution The Town of Saint-Lazare will distribute free paper bags for the leaf pickup.   First distribution Saturday, September 24, 2011 From 9 a.m to 12 p.m. Community Centre (1301 Rue du Bois) Second distribution Wednesday, October 19, 2011 From 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Community Centre (1301 Rue du Bois)

Many sessions through out the region - Backyard Composting Training Sessions Again this year, la MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges has mandated the non-profit organization Terres en Ville to offer Vaudreuil-Soulanges residents several French backyard composting training sessions to promote the recovery of domestic organic residues. [ more ] Les Cèdres September 13 7:00 p.m. Pavillon récréatif des Bénévoles (145, rue Valade) Pincourt 21 septembre 7:00 p.m. Omni-centre (375, boul. Cardinal-Léger) Saint-Polycarpe September 27 7:00 p.m. aréna de Saint-Polycarpe (10, rue des Loisirs) Rigaud October 5 7:00 p.m. salle Paul-Brasseur (10, rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste Est)

Distribution of 125 rainwater barrels The Town receives a grant from le Fonds ÉcoIGA The Town of Saint-Lazare is proud to announce it has received a material grant from le Fonds ÉcoIGA par le Jour de la Terre allowing the distribution of 125 45-gallon rainwater barrels (200 litres) each worth $87 for only $15 each. The Town’s contribution to the program is $1,875. The lucky winners and a lecture open to everyone on rainwater re-use

Arbour Day 2011 A tree seedling for every member of the family - Arbour Day on Thursday, May 26, 2011 Ville de Saint-Lazare wishes to mention to its residents that Arbour Day 2011 will be held on Thursday, May 26, 2011, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the community centre parking lot (1301 Rue du Bois). Residents are invited to pick up a free tree seedling and to ask specialists any questions on arboriculture. For more information, contact the Green Line at 450-424-8000 ext. 248. [more]

Calling all Saint-Lazare residents and businesses Will Saint-Lazare be in total blackout? The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is inviting you to participate in the international Earth Hour initiative. [more]

Earth Day Activities Ville de Saint-Lazare invites its residents to take part into the various activities offered during Earth Day celebrations! Activities designed for kids · Community treasure hunt · Composting training session

Invitation from Soulanges MP Soulanges MNA Lucie Charlebois, along with Ville de Saint-Lazare, invites you to a community tree planting event on Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Parc Albert-Beaulne [more]

Green files & guides

Environnement : FLASH HTML PDF Environmental policy n/d n/d Trees: Tree cutting – Form - Application for Certificate for tree cutting (Available in Fench) n/d n/d Pruning - Bylaw's n/d n/d School files: Guide to Green Choices n/d n/a File no 1 - Vehicule idling n/d Green files: Green sheet no.1 - Ecological lawn maintenance n/d Green sheet no.2 - Chinch Bugs n/d n/d Green sheet no.3 - Sod Webworm n/d n/d Green sheet no.4 - Grubs n/d n/d Green sheet no.5 - Ants n/d n/d Green sheet no.6 - Weeds n/d n/d Green sheet no.7 - Composting Domestic Waste n/d n/d Green sheet no.8 - Planting trees in Saint-Lazare n/d n/d Green sheet no.9 - Pruning mature trees n/d n/d Green sheet no.10 - Tree protection by-law n/d n/d

The Green line You want to start caring for your lawn naturally, but you’re not sure how? You have a bug problem and want to resolve it naturally? Are you wondering when to aerate, add compost, or fertilise? The Green Line is here for you. From lawn care to insect control and tree health, call in with your questions! (450) 424-8000, Ext. 248 Local Recyclers Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)

HHW Ville de Saint-Lazare: Services or information provided by the Town At the Saint-Lazare Community Center HHW 2011 on Saturday, November 5 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. SAINT-LAZARE (Québec) – October 25, 2011 Ville de Saint-Lazare wishes to inform its residents that the MRC of Vaudreuil-Soulanges will hold HHW collections on November 5 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Saint-Lazare Community Center (1301 Rue du Bois). You’ll need a proof that you reside on the MRC Vaudreuil-Soulanges territory. Deposit paint, tires and any hazardous waste to be safely discarded. We wish to remind you that it is formally forbidden to throw hazardous wastes with the regular garbage; this includes inflammable, explosive, corrosive, toxic materials, and reagents. This ensures the safety of residents and garbage collectors. For more information, contact the MRC of Vaudreuil-Soulanges at 450 455-5753 or by email at info@mrcvs.ca. MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges : Services or information provided by the MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges Recycling guide Recycling reminder HHW Overall MRC Vaudreuil-Soulanges’s HHW collection results: Christmas tree pickups

Leaves Paper bags – last chance on Saturday, November 5 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Town of Saint-Lazare will distribute free paper bags for the leaf pickup. Distribution may end earlier if stocks run dry before 2:30 p.m. For more information on leaf collections, contact the MRC of Vaudreuil-Soulanges at 450 455-5753 or by email at info@mrcvs.ca. Autumn leaf pickup · Spring leaf pickup · Urban perimeter map See our brochure The Town of Saint-Lazare has produced a short video and a brochure to encourage residents to valorize autumn leaves and dispose of them ecologically. See the video: Leaves are not garbage

Nature parks & woods

Local recyclers at the environment’s service!
You can no longer wait for the yearly HHW collection? Several options are available to you!
Visit local recyclers or local organisations or if you’re slightly patient, wait for
Rigaud’s eco-park opening or Vaudreuil-Dorion’s Eco-park opening spring 2012.

Eco-Parks MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges

Ecoparks – spring 2012 www.mrcvs.ca

Kitchen articles
Carrefour de l’espoir 235, rue Saint-Joseph Vaudreuil-Dorion 450 218-3100	La Source d'Entraide 2001, chemin Sainte Angélique Saint Lazare (Québec) 450 455 8000

Fridges

Hydro-Québec is extending its RECYC-FRIGO program until December 31, 2011. Hydro-Québec will pick up old fridge for free and pay you $30. Visit the website www.recyc-frigo.com to register and get more info.

Oils

Accepted at Canadian Tire.

Toys
La Source d'Entraide 2001, chemin Sainte Angélique Saint Lazare (Québec) 450 455 8000	Centre d’action bénévole L'Actuel 88, rue Adèle Vaudreuil Dorion (Québec) 450 455 3331	Carrefour de l’espoir 235, rue Saint-Joseph Vaudreuil-Dorion 450 218-3100

Matresses

For just a few dollars, Recyc-Matelas will recycle your mattress, but you must take it there yourself at 5792 Royalmount Mont-Royal. Write to them info@recyc-matelas.com

Medication

Accepted at pharmacies

Furniture, houshold appliances
Carrefour de l’espoir 235, rue Saint-Joseph Vaudreuil-Dorion 450 218-3100	Église catholique de Saint-Lazare 450 455-3523

Metal
Réal Métal 59, rue du Domaine, local 2 Vaudreuil-Dorion (Québec) 450 424-2650	Yvan Chevrier 1186, rue des Sittelles Saint-Lazare (Québec) 450 455-3257	Coteaux Métal 450 267-8558	Carrefour de l’espoir 235, rue Saint-Joseph Vaudreuil-Dorion 450 218-3100

Computers, computer equipment, cell phones, rechargeable batteries

Bureau en gros

Paint*
RONA Rock Gauthier & Fils 1655, route de la Cité-des-Jeunes Les Cèdres (Québec) 450 452 4764	CO-OP Société coopérative agricole 790, rue Saint Guillaume Sainte Marthe (Québec) J0P 1W0 450 459-4231 ou 450 459-4676
(*) They usually accept the following products: paints, stains, metal primers, varnishes, and epoxy, lacquers, and aluminum paint, wood and concrete preservatives for residential use. Products not accepted: solvents, aerosols, adhesives, tar, granular and industrial solvents or car paint and paint used for road markings. You’re not sure? Give them a call. Also, visit www.peinture.qc.ca.

Rechargeable batteries and cell phones

Accepted at Canadian Tire, Home depot, Proxim, La boutique électronique, Unicel, Centre du rasoir www.rbrc.org/cellarecycler/

Clothes
La Source d'Entraide 2001, chemin Sainte-Angélique Saint-Lazare (Québec) 450 455 8000	Centre d’action bénévole L'Actuel 88, rue Adèle Vaudreuil-Dorion (Québec) 450 455-3331	Carrefour de l’espoir 235, rue Saint-Joseph Vaudreuil-Dorion 450 218-3100

Cars
1 888 2AUTO-REIN ou 1 888 228-8673	Carrefour de l’espoir 235, rue Saint-Joseph Vaudreuil-Dorion 450 218-3100 450 455-4593	Recyclage d’autos Saint-Lazare 1021, Chemin Saint-Louis, Saint-Lazare, J7T 2B4 recyclagestlazare@videotron.ca On recycle tous ce qui est en lien avec la voiture (pneus, batterie) Veuillez prendre note qu’il est interdit d’amener votre matériel en dehors des heures d’ouvertures.

Visit « l’ABC du recyclage » de Recyc Québec and the MRC Vaudreuil Soulanges web site.

Recycling Ville de Saint-Lazare: Services or information provided by the Town Recycling - Tuesday Recycling bin instructions – your wheels must face your house MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges : Services or information provided by the MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges Recycling guide Recycling reminder HHW Overall MRC Vaudreuil-Soulanges’s HHW collection results: Christmas tree pickups Other services or information Local Recyclers Recyc-Frigo Program L’ABC du recyclage de Recyc-Québec

Trees How to obtain a certificate of authorization to cut a tree? Tree cutting – Form Application for Certificate for tree cutting Pruning By-law Green file 10 Tree protection by-law

Water      Click here for watering lawn (restrictions)

Every drop counts Count the number of times you turn on a tap each day, from brushing your teeth to washing your car to making your evening cup of cocoa. Now multiply that amount by the number of members in your family. That adds up to a lot of water, about 335 litres of water each day per person. On a per capita basis, Canadians are the second highest water consumers in the world. Demand for water is on the rise, from increased populations, manufacturing, irrigation and other manmade uses. Meantime pollution, declining water tables and prolonged drought conditions are shrinking the usable supply. Using less water is essential not only to ensure a steady supply of water, but also to lower water and heating bills associated with pumping water to our homes and warming it for various household uses. Shutting off water when it’s not being used and using less water to do the same job are two simple ways you can preserve this precious resource, before it literally goes down the drain. Go with the low-flow Installing a low-flow shower head will be a very smart addition to your water conservation plans. Available at most home building and supply stores, these fixtures use about half of the water of a conventional shower head. Buy a model with a shut-off button that allows you to interrupt the flow while you lather up or shampoo. A better flush Environ About 65% of indoor home water use occurs in our bathrooms, and toilets are the single greatest water users. Upgrading your toilet can lead to significant water savings that you can bank on over the life of the purchase. Replacing an 18-litre-per-flush toilet with an ultra-low-volume six-litre flush model represents a 66% savings in water flushed and will cut indoor water use by about 30%. The dual-flush toilet takes water-efficiency one step further by using 6 litres of water to flush solid waste but only three litres to flush liquid waste. Stop the leaks Leaky fixtures waste a huge amount of water. A hot water faucet that leaks one drip per second will waste 9,000 litres per year, while a toilet that runs after flushing can waste up to 200,000 litres of water in a year. Fix leaking faucets as soon as possible. To find out if your toilet is leaking, put two or three drops of food colouring in the tank at the back of the toilet. Wait a few minutes. If the colour shows up in the bowl, there's a leak. If your toilet leaks, make sure that the flapper valve inside the tank is sitting properly in the valve seat. Also check that the flush valve lift wires are not bent or misaligned and that the valve seat is not corroded. All of these can be fixed easily and inexpensively. If, however, the leak is around the base of the toilet where it sits on the floor, call a professional. More Water Conservation Tips Take quick showers instead of baths; you’ll use up to 50% less hot water. When washing or shaving, partially fill the sink and use that water rather than running the tap continuously. Turn the water off while you are brushing your teeth. Source : site web d’Environnement Canada The preservation of water begins at home with the awareness of our consumer habits. Preserving water does not mean reducing our quality of life by depriving ourselves of water. Just reducing the waste of water makes a big difference!