West Island News
A proposed plan could have caretakers responsible for loved ones in hospital 24/7
You could be responsible for taking care of your hospital loved ones, and the change could happen sooner than you think.
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West Island News
Jan 17, 20221 min read
Weekly update on Covid-19 & vaccination rates in Québec
The most recent data on the evolution of COVID-19, in the last 24 hours, in Québec.
West Island News
Jan 17, 20222 min read
BREAKING: Pfizer receives Health Canada approval for COVID-19 oral treatment
Pfizer has received the go-ahead from Health Canada to treat Covid-19 with Paxlovid, an oral treatment in certain conditions.
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Jan 13, 20222 min read
Where students can go to study now that classes are in person again.
The Quebec Government recently announced that in-person teaching will begin again as of Monday, January 17th. Because of this, we thought...
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Jan 12, 20222 min read
Gluten-free goodies: here's where to get 'em
Food allergies and sensitivities can feel daunting. Thankfully these local shops are making gluten-free shopping easier than ever before.
West Island News
Jan 11, 20221 min read
Beware: West Island photographers and vendors are getting scammed online
A recent scam is being executed targeting wedding photographers and vendors through social media.
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Jan 7, 20222 min read
6 things you can do during lockdown (that aren't against Québec's restrictions)
A list of 6 things to do that is not against Quebec restrictions.
West Island News
Jan 6, 20221 min read
Dollard-Des-Ormeaux Civic Center re-opens as vaccination site
Dollard-Des-Ormeaux's Civic Center has re-opened as a vaccination site. It is only administering booster doses at this time.
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Jan 6, 20224 min read
Adopt don't shop: these rescues in Montreal are always seeking forever families
Thankfully, in 2022, we live in a world where there's simply no need to shop for a pet when there are so many looking to be adopted!
Rhonda Massad
Jan 6, 20222 min read
Residents enraged:Kirkland shuts down play equipment in parks
Social media pages blew up in recent days as the playground equipment at Harris Park was deemed unsafe to play on during the winter months
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Jan 5, 20222 min read
Cozy up with an alpaca this winter!
Les Apagas de la Petite Cote, a farm in St Lazare offers packages to feed and cuddle with alpacas.
West Island News
Jan 4, 20222 min read
You can't leave your house past 10 pm unless...
Here are the requirements one must reach to be exempt from Quebec's curfew.
West Island News
Jan 2, 20222 min read
Dog walking not included in curfew exception.
Unlike the one that ended in May 2021, the province-wide curfew that went into effect on Friday does not include an exception allowing...
West Island News
Dec 30, 20211 min read
BREAKING: Quebec reinstates 10 p.m. curfew and keeps schools closed as cases multiply
The Quebec government has decided to close restaurants and reintroduce a curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting tomorrow. The government...
Rhonda Massad
Dec 29, 20211 min read
Lakeshore General Hospital has 16 cases of COVID-19, 2 of which are in ICU
Lakeshore General Hospital has 16 cases of COVID-19, 2 of which are in ICU as of 2 p.m. on December 29, 2021 Source: CIUSS de...
West Island News
Dec 23, 20213 min read
Suburban municipalities denounce harsh cost increases for 2022
Suburban municipalities of Montreal are denouncing the extensive cost increase for the operating budget.
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Dec 22, 20212 min read
Yet another update on restrictions in Quebec
The latest update on COVID restrictions in Quebec.
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Dec 21, 20211 min read
Elf treasure hunt in Beaconsfield parks
The city of Beaconsfield has set up a treasure hunt for young residents to find elf items with the possibility of winning a prize.
West Island News
Dec 21, 20211 min read
A proposed bill could make it illegal for your boss to call you after work
Bill 799 would create designated time blocks where employees can sign off of the virtual world.
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Dec 20, 20211 min read
COVID-19 Rapid tests: the Day-one experience
Today marks the first day of COVID-19 rapid tests being available to the public. Meaning that people are now able to test for COVID in...
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