Pesticides

Since 2003, the use of chemical pesticides has been banned in Brossard. The current by-law is designed to prevent health and environmental risks. This initiative stems from the introduction of the Quebec Pesticide Management Code, which aims to regulate the use of pesticides for aesthetic purposes on private and public property.

What are pesticides?

Pesticides include all substances, materials or micro-organisms intended to control, destroy or repel an organism considered undesirable. The most common pesticides are herbicides, insecticides and fungicides.

What types of pesticides are covered by this regulation?

Anyone wishing to apply a pesticide other than a low-impact pesticide or biopesticide must first obtain a permit from the Town. To obtain a permit, citizens must demonstrate, at their own expense, that the situation constitutes an infestation and that they have exhausted all other recognized, environmentally-friendly methods.

List of registered contractors for the year 2025

Any pesticide application other than a low-impact pesticide must be carried out by a contractor registered with the City.