Residents of Saint-Zotique can expect an average increase of 3.98% in their property tax bills for 2025 This announcement was made by the municipal council on Tuesday during the adoption of the new municipal budget slightly higher than the Consumer Price Index (CPI) reflects the operational expenses needed to maintain the quality of services provided to residents There will also be an adjustment to regional contributions of $325,500 (14.5%) and changes to service fees including recycling and composting tariffs Saint-Zotique’s tax rates remain competitive With a base property tax rate of $0.3950 per $100 of valuation the town continues to offer one of the most advantageous tax structures in the region “This 2025 budget reflects our efforts to ensure harmonious development and responsible management of municipal resources are implemented with a long-term vision aimed at delivering quality services while addressing the aspirations of future generations,” stated Mayor Yvon Chiasson the 2025 budget prioritizes strategic investments and strict expense control to ensure modern services that meet residents’ needs Budget adjustments aim to balance financial obligations while minimizing the impact on taxpayers Waste Management Costs and Increased Awareness A new compost collection contract has significantly increased waste management costs The town encourages residents to maximize the use of their brown bins before leaving them curbside Since collection costs are calculated per pickup Les Coteaux Taxpayers to See a 2.61% Increase in Municipal Taxes for 2025 Property Tax: 2% Increase in Hudson A 3.5% tax bill increase for Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot  A $2.43M budget for Très-Saint-Rédempteur    1.8% property tax increase in Saint-Lazare Coteau-du-Lac Unveils Triennial Capital Investment Plan for 2025-2027 3.1235% tax increase in 2025 for the people of Coteau-du-Lac   Property tax: 2.75% increase in Pincourt  Saint-Polycarpe Adopts 2025 Budget Totaling $6,850,300 Vaudreuil-Dorion Adopts $120.5M Budget and 5.4% Tax Rate for 2025 A 2.78% property tax increase in Les Cèdres Pour partager votre opinion vous devez être connecté la MRC de Beauharnois-Salaberry annonce sa participation à l’initiative ministérielle Proximité des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation de Québec (MAPAQ) permettant ainsi à onze entreprises du territoire de bénéficier de formations ainsi que d'un accompagnement .. 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MontrealNewsBusiness owners in Little Italy push back against Saint-Zotique Street one-way changeBy Maria SarrouhPublished: September 17, 2024 at 6:08PM EDT Twitter feed ©2025 BellMedia All Rights Reserved Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon The best of Montréal straight to your inbox We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy your city without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Montreal head to one of the city's coolest beaches this summer grab a beach chair and don’t forget the sunscreen Photograph: Clock Tower Beach | Freddy ArciniegasClock Tower Beach is located right in Montreal’s Old Port making it the ideal spot to unwind after a long day without having to venture too far from the city centre The urban beach venue is essentially part bar and part park trading in traditional terrasse seating in favor of sand A little slice of the city reminiscent of the French Rivieria it’s also a great spot to watch the International Fireworks Festival Located on picturesque Lac St-Louis at the mouth of the Soulanges canal, Village Des Écluses—just 40 minutes from downtown Montreal—has it all: sandy beach; kayaks and paddle boards for rent; outdoor terrasse with beer garden vibes and camping for those who want to spend the night Plage Saint-ZotiqueThis might just be the most beautiful beach in Québec Located about an hour outside of Montréal this long stretch of fine sand is dotted with tiki-style thatched huts and flanked by crystal-clear water A celebration of the beach’s 40th anniversary this year promises a summer full of live music The restaurant and ice cream shop have got you covered Daphne CaronIt might not technically be a beach but Vague à Guy (“Guy’s Wave”) is one of the best spots in the city for surfing The wave is stationary thanks to the rocky relief of the St and once you’re in the rapids you can stay indefinitely on an endless standing wave Located in Lasalle’s Parc des Rapides (20 minutes south of downtown Montreal) it’s important to note that the city doesn’t supervise this area so make sure you use the (experienced) buddy system.  Photograph: Yves KeroackLocated about half an hour from downtown Montreal, this nature park feels more like a hidden gem in the country than a big city suburb, and the beach here is no exception. Come here for a more relaxed, secluded beach day and enjoy some impromptu birdwatching between dips in the blue. Photograph: Courtesy Yelp/Dan P.Pointe-Calumet Beach has become synonymous with Beach Club, the rowdy adult-only outdoor club, but the beach is actually divided into two sections: One for those who are down for day drinking and dancing, while the other is for families and those looking for a more laid-back day in the sun. If you’re going for the Top Gun-esque volleyball experience during your next day at the beach, this is the spot. Photograph: Courtesy RécréoParcA little less than half an hour outside of the city centre, RécréoParc Beach boasts natural sand, supervised swimming and lake-like water. While folks tend to flock here in the summer for an urban camping experience, there’s also an indoor restaurant on the premises for those who need a break from the sand and sun, or at least to grab a drink before heading back out into it. Photograph: Courtesy Le Parc régional des Îles-de-Saint-TimothéeAccessible by car or bus, St. Timothée Islands Regional Park Beach has excellent water quality, rescue staff on-site, and recreational fittings for rent like kayaks and pedal boat rentals. The crystal-clear water and surrounding greenery are almost enough to feel as though you’ve escaped to The Laurentians without leaving the city. Photograph: Courtesy Yelp/Bobby A.While not exactly the sandy locale you might expect, these waterfalls an hour north of the city supply a secluded spot by Lac Masson for dipping in the frothy water of its naturally formed pools. It’s rocky but has all the trappings of a relaxing beach. While it’s open to all to bring picnics and parties, it’s also a popular dating and hookup spot, so be respectful if you plan on visiting—or suggest a trip there on Grindr. Photograph: D. Gordon E. RobertsonAn hour’s drive westward from the city centre, this provincial park’s an easy roadtrip that worth the drive. It sports four beaches in total along the Ottawa River and each have their own water sport rentals, showers and spots to barbecue. Couple that with the fishing opportunities, playgrounds for the kids and spots to camp to find that a daytrip here can easily turn into a weekend getaway. Photograph: Daphné CaronWhen looking for where to relax and escape the city in every season look to the greenery of the best parks in Montreal Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! instagramspotifyAbout us Contact us the Ville de Saint-Zotique is finally moving ahead with the extension of 20th Street the municipal council approved a resolution authorizing payment of $930,608.  The municipal administration wishes to obtain a government certificate of authorization from the Ministère de l'Environnement de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques de la Faune et des Parcs for the extension of 20th Street Under section 46.0.5 of the Environment Quality Act the Ministry has determined that this project affects a wetland or water body.  In return for the ministerial authorization the Town will contribute $930,608 to obtain the MELCCFP's approval for this extension which will benefit Saint-Zotique's economic development and population growth The expense will be financed and paid from the unallocated surplus Following the unanimous adoption of the resolution Mayor Yvon Chiasson said he was pleased to see the file moving in the right direction.  "It will ease traffic on Route 338 when the extension is completed We're going to extend it all the way behind the O'St-François residence We're going to connect them all together It's a project that goes back a long way Legault's administration was already talking about it We have two years to do the work once we have the certificate," he said MontrealNEWSMan in hospital after shooting in Montreal apartmentBy Rachel LauPublished: October 24, 2024 at 6:41AM EDT Back at the Palais de justice de Montréal the Saint-Zotique resident accused of drugging and raping 13 women could well be sentenced to 25 years in prison the main offender admits that he should be labelled a “long-term offender” and hopes to get off with a 15-year sentence Samuel Moderie sexually assaulted 13 women he met via various dating applications His modus operandi was to drug his victims and then rape them He took advantage of the fact that his victims were unconscious to photograph and film his abuse with a cell phone According to information reported by Le Journal de Montréal is seeking a more lenient sentence for his client it would be possible to gradually reduce his client's dangerousness represented by Me Jérôme Laflamme believes that the accused deserves a 25-year sentence one of the highest ever handed down in the country Since the judge took his decision under advisement Samuel Moderie's fate should be known in January 2025 MontrealNewsWoman dead after major apartment fire in Montreal’s Anjou boroughUpdated: January 28, 2025 at 5:16PM EST Published: January 28, 2025 at 10:56AM EST a property unlike any other has appeared on the real estate market: the Saint-Zotique golf course has been put up for sale for $22.5 million which is of concern to a number of residents was discussed at the regular meeting of the municipal council on Tuesday The property covers almost 5 million square feet and is located in the heart of the village core A citizen who lives near the golf course asked Mayor Yvon Chiasson about this issue during the time allotted to citizens in the audience.  “What is the City's plan should the golf course be sold How can we be sure we won't have hundreds of neighbors all at once?” he asked.  he approached the municipal council about our interest in dezoning the area which currently only allows for recreational projects He recently approached us again to inform us that the business is no longer profitable and that he would like to develop a residential project there no project has been submitted to the council for this site which is not a done deal considering the asking price,” he began the city maintains that it won't let just any project go ahead  “We'll make sure the project includes green spaces The last thing we want is to end up with just apartment blocks and further bog down the road network There are many stages to go through before a project for this lot is submitted and accepted by the elected officials We'd like any future residential development on this site to include walking trails so that citizens can continue to enjoy them in some way,” he added.  Councillor Éric Lachance pointed out that the developer of this future project will have to comply with several standards and rules in force to develop the site as a residential project every body of water on the site will have to have a riparian buffer strip.  pointed out that the file was far from finished “It's going to take a lot to convince the current municipal council of the merits of a residential project on the golf site I'd have to see at least 30% of this green space preserved for me to be in favor So it's not done at all,” he concluded Néomédia attempted to reach Mr Pilon by telephone and in person for comment MontrealNewsMontreal arson squad investigating fire in RosemontBy Daniel J. RowePublished: January 04, 2025 at 10:17AM EST the Ville de Saint-Zotique celebrated the official inauguration of its brand-new Pumptrack built last autumn in the Parc Quatre-Saisons which took place during the family festival marked the opening of this long-awaited facility The recently completed Pumptrack is a modern facility that allows skateboarders scooterists and in-line skaters to learn and have fun in complete safety This initiative offers a free activity open to all encouraging young people to adopt active lifestyles and explore new sporting skills close to the new École Secondaire des Navigateurs tennis/pickleball courts and refrigerated skating rink the Pumptrack fits perfectly into this dynamic sports hub accompanied by elected municipal officials and the Director of Recreation officially cut the ribbon to mark the official opening of the Pumptrack The festive event was attended by many residents who were delighted to discover this new facility.  The Plage de Saint-Zotique is taking another step towards universal accessibility with the installation of a Mobi-mat mat that will enable people with reduced mobility or disabilities to enjoy the Beach Environmentally-friendly and remarkably effective these semi-rigid mats made from recycled marine plastic unfold to create a flat path to the shoreline The acquisition of this new installation was made possible by a sponsorship from Corona Canada and its project A Commitment to Accessible Paradise Corona Canada will also install Mobi-Chairs bathing chairs floating amphibious chairs to help people get around in the water as well as Mobi-Decks rigid access slabs and sturdy panels to create multi-purpose areas “Our installation will facilitate access to the beach with its ‘Mobi-mat’ carpet An ecological and remarkably efficient mat semi-rigid and made from recycled marine plastic it unfolds to create a flat path to the lake We've also acquired a “Mobi-Chairs” swimming chair a floating amphibious chair to help people get around in the water as well as “Mobi-Decks” rigid access slabs sturdy panels for creating multi-purpose areas everyone will be able to take full advantage of the beach a unique facility in the region,” says Isabelle Dalcourt the new facilities will enable the entire population to enjoy the Plage de Saint-Zotique from the moment it opens on June 15 Keen to make Quatre-Saisons Park a sports venue Saint-Zotique's elected officials approved two expenditures in this direction at the regular municipal council meeting on Tuesday It will be used to award a contract to Synthetic Experts for the installation of a dek field hockey surface on the refrigerated ice rink for the 2025 season.  It will also be used to purchase concrete blocks to maintain the rink's outer boards The expense will be financed and paid from the unrestricted surplus.  "The refrigerated rink already provides a large part of the facilities required for dek field hockey It's a growing sport that's played on a smaller surface we can't accommodate a reduced surface there's much less impact on users if we convert it to a duk field hockey surface Since the refrigerated rink is a source of revenue for us we decided to go ahead with this project," explains District 2 Councillor Yannick Guay Mayor Yvon Chiasson indicated that the city had measured the return on investment of this installation We understand that not all Saint-Zotique residents will use it the investment was well worth it," said District 2 Councillor Yannick Guay.  elected officials also approved another expenditure of $59,005.17 This sum will be used to purchase anti-pigeon netting for the roof of the refrigerated ice rink  "Since the opening of this infrastructure causing holes and requiring extra maintenance in winter they have to clean the lights and the surface to make it usable It's the only way to get them off the roof The expense will also be paid from the unallocated surplus a number of municipalities in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region have contacted Hydro-Québec in connection with frequent power outages on their respective territories the municipality's incessant requests to the Société d'État prompted the latter to rebuild the Saint-Polycarpe substation.  Les Coteaux asked Hydro-Québec to carry out an analysis of the electricity distribution infrastructures supplying Les Coteaux and to provide a detailed report the locality obtained answers from the Société d'État concerning the quality of electricity service on its territory in response to municipal resolution 24-12-8886 adopted in December 2024 Hydro-Québec reports that 2024 saw a significant reduction in outages residents of Les Coteaux experienced the fewest outages and triggers in the last five years residents experienced less than 53 minutes of outages during normal operating times according to information provided by Hydro-Québec When major weather events are taken into account this figure rises to around 3 hours,” reads the response sent to the municipal administration a year in which a number of weather-related events caused numerous power outages totaling nearly 63 hours of outages for our territory vegetation control and adaptation to climate change These efforts are aimed at preventing outages and strengthening the network's resilience to extreme weather events.”   Hydro-Québec would like to remind residents that they can report any service quality problems directly to their customer service department The Municipality of Les Coteaux is attentive to the concerns of its residents and will continue to monitor the situation to keep them informed of actions taken to guarantee the quality of electricity service on the territory incessant requests from the municipal administration prompted Hydro-Québec to rebuild the power substation serving the locality Rivière-Beaudette has been making repeated representations to Hydro-Québec.  “If the MRC is able to predict the population growth the region will face in ten years' time but since the overhaul of the Saint-Polycarpe substation we'd like to see better control of vegetation on our territory but in terms of electrical availability and network reliability since the overhaul of the Saint-Polycarpe substation things are a lot better,” says Mayor Patrick Bousez who says he's wholeheartedly behind the Municipalité des Coteaux in this matter.  a single power line has served the Alta industrial park in Coteau-du-Lac pending the opening of a new substation at its heart whose primary mission will be to supply power to the park.  “I'm confident that when it comes on stream in a few years' time it will take the load off the Saint-Polycarpe substation which has already reached its maximum capacity It won't be a problem once it's up and running,” he adds.  The City of Coteau-du-Lac is confident  Coteau-du-Lac confirms that it will not be taking any steps to request an analysis of the electrical network supplying the town of Coteau-du-Lac the municipal administration did ask Hydro to maintain the vegetation that comes significantly close to the lines in certain places but there has been no specific request on this subject “We are aware that the construction of the new substation in our industrial park will considerably strengthen the Town's power supply,” we wrote by e-mail.  Ville de Saint-Zotique states that it is a forerunner in this field commissioned a private firm to produce a survey of the canopy in conflict with the hydroelectric network This report was submitted to Hydro-Québec in the summer of 2023 The Ville de Saint-Zotique has even opened a file with Hydro-Québec for each of the properties affected,” we read.  the developer of the Ottera real estate project on 20th Street in Saint-Zotique invited the media to the ground-breaking ceremony for this real estate development which will be built right next to the new Navigateurs high school the project will offer 280 condos for sale or rent Phase 1 of the project will include 70 rental units and will be delivered " A total of 140 units will be for rent as we have another real estate project not far from here," explains Marc Lefort the partner responsible for marketing the project is scheduled for completion by spring 2026 " We have a good list of people interested in Phase 1 A special event will be held for them in July It's best to sign up via the project's website so you don't miss out on any project-related news," he added The project will also include common spaces such as a gym & wellness studio a community garden and underground parking To mark the start of construction of this real estate development at 1000 20th Street a number of project partners were in attendance Among the dignitaries in attendance were city councillors Eric Lachance and Paul Forget Ottera took advantage of the official ground-breaking ceremony to make financial contributions totalling $10,000 to two local causes in connection with the project's arrival in Saint-Zotique The first is the Riveraine elementary school located not far from the real estate project The money will be used to build a synthetic soccer field in the school's backyard The other $5,000 was donated to Centraide Sud-Ouest an organization with four areas of action: Supporting young people's success Breaking social isolation and Building cohesive living environments More information on the real estate project is available at https://ottera.ca/ Groundbreaking ceremony for the Néolia project in Pincourt    a Saint-Zotique resident took part in the 10th edition of the Desgagnés Kayak Challenge to benefit the students of the Jeunes musiciens du monde organization who took up the challenge by kayaking the 250 kilometers between Montreal and Quebec City.  the $500,000 goal set by the organizers was surpassed a total of $555,145.98 has been raised.  Jeunes musiciens du monde is an organization that helps young people from high-risk backgrounds to develop their socio-emotional skills and project themselves positively into the future through the free learning of music Jeunes musiciens du monde aims to help each student develop a sense of social belonging with a view to finding the motivation he or she needs to realize their dreams and participate constructively in something greater than themselves “We left the Old Port of Montreal on Thursday We covered an average of 60 kilometers a day about 30 km in the morning and the same in the afternoon There were 200 of us taking part in this unique escapade,” he begins noting that each participant had to raise $2,000 before setting off.  Why did the young man let himself be tempted by this experience I decided to sign up because I'm very involved in extracurricular sports I'm not at all a musician at heart (laughs) but I completely embrace the mission of Jeunes musiciens du monde I also believe in the positive impact of a passion in a young person's life,” confides the man who heads the organization that manages the Centre sportif Soulanges in Saint-Polycarpe.  the Défi Kayak Desgagnés is the most physically and mentally challenging adventure he has ever taken part in “I wanted to get out of my comfort zone for the cause It's important because it gives young people from disadvantaged or vulnerable backgrounds access to music lessons in their schools via teachers but there are also social workers who can help them through their issues.”  What impressed him most about this first participation “We were able to learn more about the concrete impact of this challenge because one of the former beneficiaries of Jeunes musiciens du monde who was able to take music lessons thanks to this sporting initiative It was really cool to hear him tell us about his experience.”  What does he take away from the experience “That even if you think a challenge is unattainable Lawrence River from Montreal to Quebec City you can succeed if you're well supervised and put in the effort I'd like to thank the volunteers and organizers of the challenge.Everything was well organized and safe for us We had a superb experience thanks to them.”  “I'm going to take a break from kayaking but I'm not saying no to taking on another sporting challenge for a good cause.”  Vincent Lemieux invites those close to young people who would like to take music lessons not to hesitate to contact Jeunes musiciens du monde for help and support.If necessary the organization's staff will refer young people to other resources likely to help them better.  In view of the great popularity of the MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges' free beach days Plage de Saint-Zotique confirms its return for the warm season of 2024.  Plage de Saint-Zotique is offering hundreds of residents of the MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges the chance to enjoy the beach's facilities and activities Residents of the 22 municipalities will have access to the wading pool These days are a great way to discover or rediscover the Plage de Saint-Zotique Starting in July and running until mid-August each municipality will take it in turn to benefit from a free day at the beach All residents will be required to show identification confirming their address - Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot: July 10;  - Très-Saint-Rédempteur: July 15;  - Rivière-Beaudette: July 17;  - Sainte-Justine-de-Newton: August 8;  the "two for one" promotion is still in effect for the entire 2024 season The beach is scheduled to open on June 15.A great program awaits visitors this year not forgetting the 10th edition of the Festival de la grillade.  Canada Day will be celebrated as usual in Hudson and Coteau-du-Lac Hudson will be the only town to offer a fireworks display at 10 p.m Canada Day will be a trifecta of festivities in Hudson kiosks and entertainment for the whole family the Groove Affair group will take to the stage for a revue of hits from the 1960s to today Wapikoni mobile films will be screened from 3pm we're off to Parc Jack-Layton at 10 p.m visit the Town of Hudson's Facebook page Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site - July 1st it will be party time at the historic waterfront site Children will enjoy activities such as a rally and games The Association québécoise des Loisirs folkloriques Sud-Ouest will be on hand to keep visitors dancing visit https://parcs.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/coteaudulac/activ/calendrier-calendar Plage Saint-Zotique: celebrate Canada with your feet in the sand Plage Le Sablon in Saint-Polycarpe: the site will be festive on July 1 While the last students attending the new École secondaire des Navigateurs in Saint-Zotique start their new school year on Friday The Centre de services scolaires des Trois-Lacs estimates that the work will be completed by the end of September.  the first students discovered the new school as they started their new school year.  Coordinator of the General Secretariat and Communications Department explained that "everything was in place to welcome them Some work is still in progress and will be completed by the end of September the auditorium and a few other premises to be delivered that everything is in place to offer services to our students and that this has no impact on them," she writes.  She goes on to add that "this kind of situation is quite normal in a project of this magnitude We are accustomed to having to put measures in place to allow cohabitation between students and workers" working day and night to complete the site as quickly as possible A source tells Néomédia that two classrooms remain to be painted and that the basketball and soccer fields have been completed and fenced in They will be installed near the refrigerated ice rink Grass still needs to be sown in this area to complete the landscaping.  with the start of the new school year bringing its share of traffic to the area the municipal council adopted a notice of motion concerning parking in the area of the new school.  "We wish to prohibit parking on both sides of the street on 26th Avenue so as not to further inconvenience residents in this area The aim is to prevent Secondary 4 and 5 students driving to school from parking in these areas they should be taking the school bus to school," explained Mayor Yvon Chiasson An adult and a child remain in critical condition five days after the collision on Highway 20 between Saint-Zotique and Rivière-Beaudette on Sunday The father and one of the children are in stable condition this is what Sûreté du Québec spokesman Éric Cadotte has confirmed and collided violently with the vehicle in which a family of five was travelling it was impossible to know whether charges would be laid in the case "A reconstructionist and an investigator are on site to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this event we cannot confirm whether charges will be laid," says Cadotte the refrigerated skating rink in Saint-Zotique's Parc Quatre-Saisons has a new optimized schedule that better reflects user feedback.  43 teams took part in the 7th edition of the Saint-Zotique Winter Classic The Monique Fitzback Foundation supports two school projects in Vaudreuil-Soulanges The new schedule was drawn up in response to valuable feedback received from residents and rink employees.  Here's the new schedule in effect for the rest of the season:  A special schedule is also in place on pedagogical Fridays:  Open field hockey 10 years and under:  Youth hockey (registration required):  an alternating schedule has been put in place It can be consulted on this website: https://st-zotique.com/patinoires/ If you missed the On vous chante la pomme exhibition presented at the Bibliothèque Guy-Godin in January 2024 the St-Zotique public library will be hosting it from April 2 It's an exhibition by the Groupe passion photo GPP) from Vaudreuil-Soulanges The 12 participating photographers will present 24 works on the theme of apples It goes without saying that various orchards in the region will be featured This project was made possible thanks to sponsorships from Compagnie Ciné-Affiche de Montréal and CRD Photo Come and see the region's magnificent orchards in photos at different times of the year: waiting in winter in splendour in bloom and with the beautiful apples we love to munch To quote Félix Leclerc: Chaque pomme est une fleur qui a connu l'amour The Saint-Zotique public library is located in the École des Navigateurs at 30 Groupe Passion Photo is an association dedicated to creating a space for creativity through photography An aqueduct failure is causing a temporary water cut in the western sector of the Town of Saint-Zotique between 1400 rue Principale and Rivière-Beaudette.  The Town is assessing the problem in the afternoon of Tuesday with a view to getting water back into homes as soon as possible Homes in the area will have water flowing again over the next few hours A precautionary boil-water advisory will be in effect for citizens in these sectors when the water returns Water must be boiled for at least 2 minutes before consumption.  A drinking water distribution station has been set up near the entrance to the water filtration plant This station is now operational and will remain in service until the aqueduct repairs are completed Citizens are encouraged to go to this distribution station to fill their jugs with free drinking water For the duration of the boil water advisory a pop-up announcement will be posted on the home page of the city's website (www.st-zotique.com) A second message will be sent by e-mail at the end of the boil notice and the pop-up ad on the website will be removed The Sûreté du Québec's Integrated Missing Persons and Abduction Coordination Team is reopening the case of a body found in the St the individual was a man of Caucasian origin He was wearing a blue T-shirt with a cannabis leaf and the words "adipot" He was also wearing a gold ring on his right hand a bracelet on his right wrist and a neck chain The man also had a tattoo on his right arm inscribed with the word "Warrior" Information from the public could help identify him The Sûreté du Québec would like to remind the public that they can forward any relevant information in confidence to the Sûreté du Québec's Centrale de l'information criminelle at 1 800 659-4264 Construction work has begun on an asphalt pumptrack in Saint-Zotique's Parc Quatre-Saisons according to the municipal administration.   It's a linear track with bumps and turns where young and old can enjoy themselves at different levels of intensity You'll be able to enjoy this new facility with your skateboard This new installation promises to add a dose of adrenalin and fun to Quatre-Saisons Park the municipal council took part in the official ground-breaking ceremony Environmental Health and Environment;  de la culture et de la vie communautaire;  Project Manager - Technical Services and Infrastructure;  A beach 1 hour from Montreal to keep warm for sunny days Imagine walking barefoot on the warm sand feeling the sea breeze caress your face and hearing the gentle murmur of the waves mingle with birdsong Whether you’re looking for a relaxing day in the sun or exciting aquatic adventures this beach has everything you need to spend an unforgettable time with family and friends A post shared by Plage de Saint-Zotique (@plagedesaintzotique) Let yourself be seduced by a host of exciting on-site activities From soothing yoga mornings to fiery beach volleyball tournaments exhilarating musical performances and frenzied DJ sessions there’s something for all tastes and ages You can also venture out on the nearby hiking trails to discover the region’s natural beauty treat yourself at the beach restaurant and creamery refreshing dishes to satisfy every craving And don’t forget to treat yourself to a delicious homemade ice cream to crown your day in style Whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure or simply shared moments of happiness, Plage Saint-Zotique is the perfect place to escape the daily grind and recharge your batteries in the heart of nature and set off to discover this little corner of paradise just an hour from Montreal MontrealNewsNova Scotia man arrested in connection with fatal collision in Saint-Zotique, Que.By The Canadian PressPublished: February 29, 2024 at 11:04PM EST Please enter your email and we'll send you a new password request code Please complete your profile to unlock commenting and other important features 9:31 AMThe Montreal area is getting another way to beat the heat this week The popular Saint-Zotique Beach is officially reopening to the public on June 24 The government of Quebec allowed public and private beaches in the province to open beginning on June 22 "The countdown has begun!" the beach wrote on its Facebook page following the announcement about an hour southwest of Montreal on the Saint Lawrence River The sandy beach features thatched-roof cabanas that make it look like a Caribbean retreat — perfect for a day trip for those who are missing the annual vacation south this summer the beach has also had a number of additional activities organizers are imposing some restrictions to keep visitors and staff safe and healthy According to its website, the beach is now only allowed to welcome a maximum of 2,500 people per day. In a video posted to Facebook a staff member explains that it will be operating at 30% capacity The wading pool and on-site restaurant will remain closed Swimmers are asked to change into their bathing suits before arriving Those presenting COVID-19 symptoms will not be allowed to use any of the aquatic installations each household will have their own designated area to avoid contact with others Organizers also ask that visitors wear a mask when it's not possible to stay two metres away from other individuals Finally, visitors are required to reserve their time at the beach online Residents of the municipality of Saint-Zotique can get in for free Why You Have To Go: For a day at one of southern Quebec's most popular beaches Website We strongly advise that before you go swimming or visit any location you check the most recent updates on potential hazards Your free account has now been created. 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Resend email verification from Millla three changes have taken place within the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Fire Department Here's a summary of the situation.  Director of Saint-Lazare's Service de sécurité incendie would be taking over as Director of Rigaud's Service de sécurité incendie on December 4 the Ville de Rigaud confirmed that Sylvain Brazeau and that his absence remains private and confidential.  it was revealed that preventionist and captain Alexandre Côté had been promoted Côté was promoted to operations supervisor with the Service d'urgence et de sécurité incendie de Saint-Zotique He first donned a firefighter's uniform in 2007 and has been a Saint-Zotique captain since November 2016.  the L'Île-Perrot fire department will be able to count on the services of Christian Dumas who will shortly become assistant to director Benoit Leclair he has headed the Régie Incendie Memphrémagog Est a position he will leave behind to assume his new duties which is just 45 minutes away from Montreal This week, Saint-Zotique Beach announced the return of its Mega Parcours Eau Défi which consists of 30 structures floating on top of the Saint-Lawrence River that "thrill- and fun-seeking" people can climb Editor's Choice: Montreal's Verdun Beach Is Reopening This Weekend If you've seen the show Wipeout you have an idea of what you're in for — but considering 6-year-olds are allowed on this course it'll probably be heavier on the fun and lighter on the challenge The Mega Parcours Eau Défi is set to reopen on June 24 It costs $10 for adults to put their skills to the test for one hour. But prices vary by age and there are packages that provide unlimited access to the inflatable structure Price: $10 per hour for adults 18 and older but prices vary by age and other packages are available Why You Need To Go: A day at the beach with more action than suntanning or floating can provide Website Ilana Belfer (she/her) was an editor for MTL Blog She's obsessed with great storytelling in all its forms having worked in print A graduate of Carleton University’s journalism program her words have appeared in The Globe and Mail Foodism TO & more — covering everything from cam girls to COVID-19 Ilana can usually be found with her dog André tracking down Montreal’s prettiest ruelles vertes and tastiest treats The Valleyfield Braves of the Quebec Junior AAA Hockey League announce a transaction with the Pembroke Lumber Kings of the Central Canadian Hockey League The Braves acquire forward Zachary Larocque (April 8 the Braves will pay the player's development fees (PDF) has played 15 games in the CCHL so far this season Larocque will be in uniform when the Braves visit Granby on Sunday.  residential Rue Richer in Les Coteaux was invaded by fire trucks at around 9:15 this morning when a fire broke out on the balcony of one of the six apartments in an apartment building at civic address 123 flames and smoke were clearly visible on the outside balcony when the first firefighters arrived on the scene earlier this morning A swift attack by firefighters from the Coteau-du-Lac/Les Coteaux brigade and their colleagues from Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Saint-Polycarpe and finally Saint-Zotique limited the damage to the affected apartment and restricted the risk of it spreading The building's six apartments were evacuated of all occupants although a great deal of smoke has spread throughout the building the majority of occupants will no doubt be able to return to their homes following the intervention but one of the occupants suffered a nervous shock at the scale of the scene.  Well-known local businessman Charles "Charley" Fordham passed away on Wednesday Charles Fondham founded the Soulanges Business Association in 1992 Fordham loved to play golf at his favourite club He was proud to point out that he had been a member since 1959 he is described as a kind-hearted man for whom family values were fundamental The Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Vaudreuil-Soulanges (CCIVS) paid tribute to his memory the Vaudreuil-Soulanges business community has lost one of its great builders Founding president of the Soulanges business association (now part of the CCIVS) Charles Fordham always knew how to promote his region and its merchants The Board of Directors and the entire CCIVS team send their most sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of this man of vision." Fordham is survived by his children; Patrick (Nancy) several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law of the Levac family the mother of his son Patrick ; Pauline Trottier and her family not forgetting her almost-daughter Nathalie Léger and her almost-sister Manon Levac The family will welcome visitors on Friday Funeral service will be held on December 16 Interment of ashes will take place at a later date in the Saint-Zotique cemetery The family invites those wishing to honour the memory of the deceased to make donations to the Suroit Hospital Foundation you can add plage de Saint-Zotique to your list since it just announced its reopening date This stunning beach will open again as of June 19 — so make sure to mark your calendars Editor's Choice: This Easy Nature Walk Outside Montreal Takes You Over Boardwalks Through A Scenic Forest With the nice weather on its way to the city it won't be long before we all just want to spend all of our time laying on a beach Saint-Zotique Beach is only about an hour's drive away from Montreal and the thatched-roof cabanas at this spot make it feel like you've escaped to Punta Cana for the day If ever you're hoping to spend time in the sand before June, note that Pointe-Calumet Beach is reopening as of May 19 Feel the sand in your toes at Saint-Zotique Beach beginning June 17 Montreal might not have the majestic oceanfronts of Boston, nor the bohemian beach culture that defines Miami, but there's at least one place in southern Quebec where we can pretend it does. Plage Saint-Zotique, the riverside beach 50 minutes from downtown Montreal is opening for the season — its 41st — on Saturday The beach features Caribbean-style thatched cabanas a symbol it has incorporated into its logo the beach boasts "fine sand and crystal clear water" and calls itself "one of the most beautiful beaches in the province." Visitors can opt for a chill day of dips in the Saint Lawrence and sunbathing on the sand, or take advantage of some on-site activities and water equipment rentals, including stand-up paddleboards There's even a floating obstacle course The beach website advertises food trucks and an ice cream stand but schedules for both are still forthcoming at the time of writing Events so far on the 2023 summer schedule include five musical days in July a nighttime stand-up paddleboard activity and Access to the beach is free for Saint-Zotique residents Watercraft rentals range in price from $8 per hour (for a stand-up paddleboard) to $25 per hour (for four-seat pedal boats) Plage Saint-Zotique website Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed Password reset email has been sent to ${C} A new invasive species has been discovered in the waters of Lake Saint-François more specifically in the Saint-Zotique area by the Ministère de l'Environnement The tubenose goby is a predator of eggs and larvae of species native to the environment in which it settles It also competes with other bottom-feeding fish Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are difficult to control once established in an environment Invasion patterns known elsewhere for the tubenose goby suggest that its abundance could gradually increase and that its ultimate distribution could cover the entire fluvial portion of the St This is the first time this invasive species has been observed in Quebec The observation was made by the Ministry as part of its Réseau de suivi ichtyologique (RSI) the tubenose goby was introduced to North America in the St in the 1990s through the discharge of ballast water from ships sailing from Europe it has spread short distances from its place of introduction The most likely hypothesis for the arrival of the tubenose goby in Quebec is expansion from Lake Ontario down the St Since the roundnose goby is still very rare in Quebec anglers are asked to report any sightings of this species to the Ministère de l'Environnement du Québec Lawrence river system can be better documented citizens can contact the Ministère by calling 1 877 346-6763 or by contacting the wildlife directorate in their region.  that if an angler believes he has caught an invasive species such as the tubenose goby he must return the fish to the water if he does not wish to keep it for his own consumption The aim is to prevent the unnecessary death of native fish that have been misidentified How can we help prevent the spread of this species because once the species has become established in a body of water it is virtually impossible to eradicate it costly action with no guarantee of success The public can help prevent the introduction and spread of this invasive species by practicing responsible fishing and leisure activities in particular by respecting the ban on the use of live bait fish in Quebec has been shown to use boat hulls as habitat It is therefore possible to transport adult gobies or their eggs on your boat without noticing cleaning and drying boats and equipment are among the methods for preventing the introduction of aquatic invasive species that can be easily applied at any time Marinelli has proved, if proof were needed, that the arrival of a new café on rue Saint-Zotique always creates a little shake-up in Little Italy as the quality of the offerings is so delicious The house bears the Marinelli name, a well-established family who made their mark with a first establishment in one of Old Montreal‘s busiest sectors This new address in Little Italy of course offers generous and very Italian dishes Local book lovers had been saddened by the closure of the charming bookshop that had occupied Marinelli’s space but as these readers were also food lovers they were delighted and flocked to the café Daniel Marinelli is at the helm of this appetizing and beautiful boutique, offering something to satisfy both the most robust and the most delicate of appetites. On the Marinelli menu you can nibble on little delicacies – all kinds of arancini, with mushrooms, spinach or topped with pancetta and peperoncino But you’ll also find more substantial items on their menu including very generous sandwiches and paninis Very generous means that the customer is often satisfied with just one half of their meal you can count on the full range of carefully prepared coffees Cooler or colder weather means you can enjoy the cozy interior offered by the house Joe Beef’s famous lobster spaghetti is one of the most iconic dishes in Montreal Pizzaiolo Mirko D’Agata from No.900 pizzerias took 1st place at the International Pizza Challenge in Las Vegas Le critique culinaire de renom a 30+ ans d'expertise et est l'inspiration derrière Tastet co-chef and co-owner of Mon Lapin and Rôtisserie La Lune — meet one of the most exciting chefs to discover Janice Tiefenbach is the head chef at Elena named the third best new restaurant in Canada by En Route magazine We’ve put together a list of all good spots where you can find it to enjoy at home or in a restaurant During four days of fierce competition on Saint-Zotique's refrigerated rink the teams taking part in the Winter Classic thrilled the winter chill with their exceptional performances here are the teams who reached the final:  - M15 A - Riverains de L'Île-Perrot; "Their determination and sportsmanship lit up the Saint-Zotique ice A big thank you to all participants for contributing to the success of this memorable winter event," says the official event Facebook page.  The Winter Classic continues next weekend with the senior teams Minister of Education Bernard Drainville was in Vaudreuil-Soulanges on Monday to officially inaugurate two new high schools in the area The Minister's first stop was École secondaire des Navigateurs in Saint-Zotique Executive Director of the Centre de services scolaires des Trois-Lacs Member of the National Assembly for Soulanges the Minister travelled to Vaudreuil-Dorion to inaugurate École secondaire des Échos The delegation was joined by Vaudreuil MNA Marie-Claude Nichols members of the Vaudreuil-Dorion municipal council school principal Jean-François Drouin and mayor Guy Pilon Both Saint-Zotique and Vaudreuil-Dorion events were hosted by students "The arrival of a new school in a community is always a unifying event It's such an important and symbolic gathering place who spend a lot of time there learning and developing their responsibilities a school is certainly a stimulating and pleasant place to work.. The new schools springing up all over Quebec are something to be proud of warm and perfectly adapted to today's educational context I'd like to thank everyone who contributed to this major project for our community," said Soulanges MNA Marilyne Picard "It's not always easy to arrive at a new school That's why the school is called Des Navigateurs The new school construction concept adopted by Quebec City emphasizes the use of noble materials such as natural wood as well as natural light through extensive fenestration Minister Drainville took advantage of the opportunity to praise the facilities which are among the first so-called new-generation schools this is a school that allows us to go further in the mission of the school We're proud to put money into new schools.. Bravo and thank you to the staff in particular we have to make sure that the students who live there dear school staff," said Minister Drainville the two new schools feature two double gymnasiums and an auditorium that can accommodate up to 400 people Vaudreuil-Dorion mayor Guy Pilon recalled the major investments made by the city including in the auditorium at École secondaire des Échos "The city has invested nearly $1 million to improve the auditorium and exterior We already have an agreement with the school to occupy the land to the tune of $1.3 million," he emphasized Speaking at École secondaire des Échos General Manager of the Centre de services scolaires des Trois-Lacs (CSSTL) emphasized the link between the region's history and that of education in Quebec recalling that the province's first polyvalente opened its doors in Vaudreuil-Dorion 60 years ago "A model we owe to the builder of education in Quebec I don't think I'm wrong in saying that our region is fertile ground for education Beausoleil also praised the work of the school teams and the involvement of all staff members both in Vaudreuil-Dorion and Saint-Zotique "To keep a school going after it's built Thank you to the staff members who make our schools lively and interesting for our young people Your contribution is essential in shaping the citizens of tomorrow I hope you are taking full advantage of the facilities offered by your schools," she added Vaudreuil MNA Marie-Claude Nichols said she was honored to take part in the inauguration of École secondaire des Échos a Vaudreuil-Dorion resident who gave the school its name "I'd like to highlight the contribution of a Vaudreuil-Dorion citizen to the school's name A contest was launched to find a name for the school It was inspired by the weekly newspaper created in the 1950s by Paul-Gérin-Lajoie L'Écho de Vaudreuil-Soulanges et Jacques-Cartier The name also refers to the title of a song by Félix-Leclerc Nichols also addressed the students present at the inauguration It's a place where you can nurture your talents pursue your passions and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow Make the most of every moment you spend here to learn I invite you to be active partners in your children's educational journey You know that your support and commitment are essential to the success of these children we form a strong and committed educational community," she added Vaudreuil-Dorion school principal Jean-François Drouin emphasized: "A school is a mini-society We are called upon to collaborate with different people each of whom brings his or her own particular touch to the task which makes for a rich variety of interventions for the students I can't say enough about an extraordinary school team I'm very proud to see our school develop thanks to all these people police officers from the Sûreté du Québec de Vaudreuil-Dorion Major Crime Investigation Division made an arrest in connection with a fatal collision that occurred on July 2 was arrested by police for dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm He appeared today at the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield courthouse by videoconference in connection with the charges the driver of a heavy truck on Highway 20 westbound near Saint-Zotique was unable to stop due to slowing traffic It collided with a vehicle carrying five occupants the collision claimed the lives of two children and left three other occupants with serious injuries they can also send confidential information to the Sûreté du Québec's Central Criminal Information Bureau at 1 800 659-4264.  Les Échos and Les Navigateurs high schools welcomed their first students in the last few days located in Vaudreuil-Dorion and Saint-Zotique respectively are a response to the demographic growth that Vaudreuil-Soulanges has been experiencing for several years "What a great start to the school year for the students of Saint-Zotique and the surrounding area I'm very proud that our government has made education a priority investing to build stimulating environments to facilitate learning and adapt it to the needs of young people I'm sure everyone will remember discovering their new high school I congratulate everyone involved in making this project a reality," says Soulanges MNA Marilyne Picard.  which cover an area of over 21,200 square metres scalable teaching spaces to provide environments conducive to socialization.  and today we've reached the culmination of this project The smiles on everyone's faces as they discovered our new facility were more than telling I think the students and staff are really excited about the first day of school at École secondaire des Échos," says Jean-François Drouin principal of Vaudreuil-Dorion high school.  Measures have also been put in place to ensure excellent energy performance sustainable materials were incorporated into the construction "There was a lot of excitement in the air over the last few weeks It's a pleasure to see the students and members of the school team move in and see Navigateurs high school come to life We're all motivated to make this first school year a success," says Patrick Maisonneuve principal of École secondaire des Navigateurs in Saint-Zotique.  Inaugural activities will take place over the course of the school year The arrival of Les Échos high school was planned and anticipated in a riding like Vaudreuil which is experiencing a demographic explosion.The MNA for Vaudreuil a stimulating environment for students and staff alike.She hopes to be invited to the upcoming official inauguration!  Education Minister Bernard Drainville also had a few words for the students of Vaudreuil-Soulanges  "Back to school is always an emotional time!It's even more so when students continue their journey in a new school I'm very happy for all the young people and school staff who will be attending the two new high schools in the Centre de services scolaires des Trois-Lacs I'm convinced that these new environments will have a positive impact on everyone's daily lives.Happy back-to-school!" the 2023 edition of the annual Sainte-Justine-de-Newton tractor race provided plenty of thrills for participating drivers and spectators alike Néomédia was among those who turned out to witness the event on Saturday August 19.  The crowd in attendance was treated to quite a spectacle as dozens of cars travelling between 65 and 85 km/h took to the track over the course of the evening the drivers gave their all to deliver unforgettable performances and wow the fans.  worked on the course to ensure optimal conditions for D-Day.  The annual event is organized by the non-profit organization Les loisirs de Sainte-Justine-de-Newton and raises funds that are used to offer free activities to the population throughout the rest of the year.  Among the competitors were several local drivers took to the starting line in his green John Deere number 42 He took first place in the Promod class.  The latter worked very hard this week on the quality of the track.  Elliot Vallée dominated at the wheel of tractor number 101 This was his third race in his young career chief of the Sainte-Marthe and Sainte-Justine-de-Newton fire brigades was literally on fire at the track on Saturday evening Last year's 2nd-place finisher surpassed that performance this year taking first place in the Mod class in his number 911 car His hunger to win was fuelled by the enthusiastic crowd Lavergne is very well known and involved in the community he works at public works in Sainte-Marthe and runs his own dump truck business he told Néomédia he was very pleased with the track conditions.  Another driver who demonstrated his know-how behind the wheel despite his young age was Zavier Desmarais The young man fought solid battles without flinching on the track against older drivers Members of the MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges open the eco-centre in Saint Zotique Prefect Jean Lalonde and Saint Zotique mayor Yvon Chiasson are cutting the ribbon the MRC of Vaudreuil-Soulanges officially opened the third of the region's eco-centres in Saint Zotique The decision to open this third location comes on the heels of the success of the two other centres located in Vaudreuil-Dorion and Pincourt; the fourth is set to open in Rigaud in spring 2016 The Vaudreuil-Dorion centre has seen over 30,000 visits since its opening in April of 2013 and the region has collected over 9,000 tons of waste since starting the project Vaudreuil-Soulanges's three eco-centres are open to all residents of the region who wish to properly dispose of household waste and building materials The MRC is also intent on reducing the region's ecological footprint The Saint Zotique centre will accept 5 types of waste including construction materials like drywall and glass; L’écocentre de Saint-Zotique accueillera cinq types de matières: treated wood; large appliances; mattresses The Saint Zotique eco-centres is open to all residents of Vaudreuil-Soulanges and is located at 2050 rue Principale citizens can get rid of up to 12 cubic metres of waste per year for free For more information visit  www.mrcvs.ca/ecocentre editor@thesuburban.com Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: A new life-saving tool that can prevent injuries and drownings when a firefighter takes part in a water rescue was demonstrated at Saint Zotique beach on June 21 two Saint Zotique firefighters left shore aboard zodiac boats Firefighter Jean Latour played the role of victim and dove into the water which was remotely controlled by other firefighters on land retrieved Latour and brought him back to shore safely It was the first demonstration of the rescue device in Quebec Fire department officials from Saint Zotique Salaberry de Valleyfield and Vaudreuil-Dorion watched the rescue as it unfolded.  "I'm very impressed with what I saw but it's strong and easy to control and operate remotely," said Michel Pitre Director of the Saint Zotique fire department "It's a useful tool that can help prevent firefighter deaths like those that happened last year in Montreal and more recently in Charlevoix," he added The Saint Zotique fire department responds to about 10 water rescue calls each year "There are fewer interventions during the summer because the Coast Guard is present but we take over in the fall," said Pitre Pitre told Neomedia he could see the potential of the $11,500 device We already have a few ideas in mind about how we could use it," he said The Dolphin 1 is a 33-pound remote controlled lifebuoy that can carry one or more victims with a combined weight up to 500 pounds It can also communicate with persons who are in distress The battery-powered device was created by Hong Kong-based OceanAlpha Group to helps firefighters and emergency crews perform water rescues It is described as a "self-powered electric water rescue sled steered by remote control It's an innovative technology that bridges the gap between traditional foam buoys and jet skis cheaper to deploy and safer for lifeguards." "The Dolphin 1 has already been been purchased by several fire departments in Canada mostly in Ontario and British Columbia We've sold some to Hamilton and Burlington in recent weeks," said Denis Joanisse from Rossbro Engineering in Lachute "Today's simulation was for emergency responders but the device can also be used on beaches reservoirs or outfitters that are far from major centres or a fire department," said Joanisse visit the company's website at https://www.dolphin-1.com/ For a no-obligation demonstration, Joanisse can be reached at (514) 917-1726 Héma-Québec will be visiting the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region a few times over the next two weeks to hold blood drives Those interested in taking part can already make an appointment to donate Shaar Community Centre Shaar Community Center (394 Main Street Location: Centre social et sportif de Sainte-Marthe ( 776 Rue des Loisirs Location: Edgewater Elementary School ( 220 Bd Cardinal Léger Location: Centre communautaire Paul-Émile-Lépine (150 Bd Perrot We recommend that you make an appointment to donate blood if you happen to be passing by a blood drive and are available to donate don't hesitate to check with the team on site to see if they can accommodate you In the hours leading up to your blood donation we recommend that you drink a minimum of 500 ml of water or juice and eat well wear loose-fitting clothing with sleeves that can be rolled up above the elbow You should also carry your donor card or proof of identity Strict selection criteria have been established if you wish to donate blood To find out more about these criteria or to obtain further information