Brossard will adjust its service offering as of October 1 to comply with new Public Health directives
RED alert level in the Greater Montreal area
Ville de Brossard adjusts its service offer to new Public Health guidelines
Brossard, September 30, 2020 – Following the Prime Minister’s announcement at a press conference on Monday evening, in connection with the switch to the red alert level – maximum alert – for cities in the Communauté métropolitaine de Montréal (CMM), Ville de Brossard will adjust its service offering as of tomorrow, October 1, to comply with the new directives from the Direction de la santé publique.
In the wake of this announcement, the Mayor of Brossard, Doreen Assaad, issued a heartfelt appeal to the people of Brossard: “I urge everyone to heed the call of the Premier of Quebec and contribute to this collective effort. Through our individual actions, we have the power to turn the tide and make a real impact. I’m confident that together, we’ll get through this ordeal and emerge stronger, more united and healthier.”
Library closed and return of contactless loan service
Interior access to the Brossard Georgette-Lepage Library will be closed until authorized by Public Health authorities. In the meantime, the city will be reintroducing the contactless loan service, which is a good alternative for borrowing books in complete security. The book chute also remains open for the return of documents. To find out more about contactless loans: brossard.ca/contactlessloans.
The library’s digital resources remain available at brossard.ca/biblio/numerique. Similarly, some of the activities scheduled for the coming month will be offered virtually. Details to follow on the Library’s Facebook page.
To subscribe to the library, visit bciti.
Autumn activities: strict health standards to be met
Even before the zone was declared red, the City of Brossard had already restricted its activity groups to fewer than 25 participants, and implemented strict sanitary measures such as the wearing of masks at all times for its personnel.
The city’s priority is to maintain a balance between complying with government regulations and maintaining a healthy lifestyle for its population. In this context, the fall activity session will be maintained. In addition, the sports and aquatic activities planned by the City or its partner organizations at the arena, indoor pools and community centers will continue, in compliance with sanitary measures.
Only free outdoor fitness classes, free activities and meetings of organizations or citizens in municipal buildings will be cancelled to comply with Public Health instructions required by the maximum alert level (red zone).
The City is closely monitoring the situation and will promptly communicate any changes via its social networks, the activites website and by bciti text message.
Citizen services at City Hall: by appointment only
The city strongly encourages residents to use online services at Brossard or to contact Services Brossard for any questions or services.
However, anyone who absolutely must come to City Hall, either for the Services Brossard counter or the urban planning permit counter, must do so by appointment only. To book an appointment, simply use the “book an appointment” function of the bciti application, or call Services Brossard directly at 450 923-6311.
Brussel’s beginners to support
The city invites its citizens to support the Brossard companies and businesses that create jobs here and that have gone through – and are still going through – difficult times. Whether it’s through take-out orders in restaurants, safe visits to shops or online shopping, every gesture counts.
On September 21, the City of Brossard unveiled a new digital showcase accessible via the bciti application . Called eco Local, it’s an interactive map that lets you quickly and easily find the nearly 1,500 businesses that shape Brossard’s economic vitality.
To access it, simply go to brossard.eco-local.ca or click on the eco-local menu on the bciti application home page. An interactive map is then displayed, showing the location of goods and services businesses in Brossard. You can filter your search by business category or by certain characteristics, such as home delivery, for example. It’s never been easier to support our local merchants.
RED-Level Alert in the Greater Montreal Area
The Ville de Brossard Modifies Service Delivery Based on New Instructions from the Public Health Department
Brossard, September 30, 2020 – Following the Premier of Quebec’s press conference on Monday evening to announce that the alert level for Communauté Métropolitaine de Montréal (CMM) municipalities has been raised to red (the highest level), the Ville de Brossard will modify service delivery starting tomorrow, October 1, in alignment with the latest directives from the public health department.
In light of this announcement, Mayor of Brossard Doreen Assaad made an impassioned plea to Brossard residents: “I urge everyone to heed the Premier of Quebec’s appeal and play their part in this collective effort. Through our individual actions, we have the power to break the wave and make a real difference. I am confident that together we can make it through this challenging time and come out of it healthy, stronger and more united.”
Closure of Library and Resumption of Contactless Loan Service
The public will not be allowed to enter the Bibliothèque de Brossard Georgette-Lepage library until permission is received from the public health authorities. Until then, the city will resume the contactless loan service, which offers an excellent alternative for borrowing books in a safe manner. The book drop will also remain open so that materials may be returned. For more information on contactless loans, visit brossard.ca/pretssanscontact.
It should also be noted that the library’s digital resources remain available at brossard.ca/biblio/numerique. Similarly, some activities scheduled during the next month will be offered virtually. Details will be provided on the library’s Facebook page.
To become a library member, go to bciti
Fall Activities: Enforcement of Strict Sanitary Standards
Even before the Montreal area entered the red zone, the Ville de Brossard had already imposed a limit of 25 participants for group activities and implemented rigorous sanitary measures, such as requiring staff to wear a mask at all times.
The city’s priority is to strike a balance between complying with government guidelines and maintaining the well-being of the population. In light of this, fall activities will be continued. Furthermore, sports and aquatic activities offered by the Ville de Brossard or its partner organizations at the arena, indoor pools or community centers will be continued while ensuring compliance with sanitary measures.
Only free outdoor fitness classes, non-organized recreational activities and meetings held by organizations or residents in municipal buildings will be cancelled in order to comply with the public health department’s directives for the highest alert level (red zone).
The city is closely monitoring the situation as it develops and will promptly communicate any changes via its social media channels, website activites and bciti text messages.
Services for Residents at City Hall: By Appointment Only
The Ville de Brossard strongly encourages residents to use its online services at brossard or contact Services Brossard to ask questions or obtain services.
However, anyone who absolutely must go to the Services Brossard counter or Direction de l’Urbanisme permit counter at city hall may do so by appointment only. To arrange an appointment, simply use the “prise de rendez-vous” (“make an appointment”) function in the bciti app or call Services Brossard directly at 450-923-6311.
Supporting Brossard Businesses
The city invites residents to support Brossard stores and businesses who create local jobs and who have gone-and are still going-through a tough time this year. Whether it’s ordering takeout from a restaurant, going to stores in person while following health guidelines or shopping online, every action counts.
With this in mind, on September 21 the Ville de Brossard launched a new digital showcase that can be accessed via the bciti app. Called eco Local, its main feature is an interactive map that lets you quickly and easily find almost 1,500 local stores and businesses who help drive the city’s economy.
To access it, all you need to do is visit brossard.eco-local.ca or click on the eco Local menu found on the bciti app’s main page. An interactive map showing the locations of goods and services providers in Brossard will then be displayed. You may filter your search by business type or other categories (e.g., availability of home delivery). Supporting local businesses has never been simpler.
