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Frequently asked questions
What is an Éco-quartier? Éco-quartier is a program through which the city of Montreal supports the efforts of organizations working at the community level that help local populations take charge of their environment. It is, as such, the cornerstone of Montreal’s initiative toward a greener city. Note that all organizations working under the Éco-quartier banner are completely independent. In short, the éco-quartiers aim to educate the masses on all things environmental.
What is its mission? The mission of Éco-quartier Saint-Laurent is to inform, educate and mobilize its citizens, as well as its businesses, on environmental issues. Éco-quartier aims to:
To do so, it strives to initiate activities designed to have a concrete and positive effect on the habits of the people of Saint-Laurent, leading to lasting changes.
What is the difference between an Éco-quartier and an Éco-Centre? The Éco-quartier is a reference center geared towards answering all questions concerning the environment and its preservation. Its goal is to promote eco-conscious habits in order to ensure the continued improvement of the environment. An Éco-Centre is an area where members of the community can drop off refuse that can neither be disposed of in regular garbage bins or in the recycling blue box. This includes hazardous waste, bulky objects such as household appliances, used tires, building materials, paint, etc. For a complete listing please consult the flyer entitled "Pour recycler plus…les éco-centres sont la!" (in French).
Where can I get a blue box for recycling? You can get a blue box at Éco-quartier Saint-Laurent. We are located at 1480 rue de l’Église, and are open from Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., except Wednesday when we are open from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Bureau du citoyen at 777 Marcel-Laurin Blvd and the Ateliers municipaux at 13001 Cavendish Blvd, can also provide you with a blue box.
I live in an apartment. Can I still recycle? In autumn of 2005, the borough of Saint-Laurent began a pilot project integrating recycling in apartment buildings of 9 or more units. This initiative included a total of nearly 2600 units. The project’s mandate was passed on to Éco-quartier Saint-Laurent and will be renewed for the year 2006. It could take several months before the entire region can benefit from the project’s effect, and so it will most likely continue into 2007. However, residents who wish to recycle can contact us and we will place them on a priority listing.
My recycling bin was not emptied! What can I do? Your recycling bin was not emptied on pick-up day? It is important that you advise the Bureau du citoyen at (514) 855-6000. If waiting until the next pick-up day is inconvenient due to the amount of recyclable material you have, you may bring it yourself to the Cote-des-Neiges Éco-Centre at 6925 chemin de la Cote-des-Neiges.
How do I dispose of batteries or other potentially dangerous trash? It is important that all potentially dangerous items be disposed of in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. You can bring them to the nearest Éco-Centre (1200 Henri Bourassa West or 6925 chemin de la Cote-des-Neiges) or simply wait for one of the two annual pick-up days, in September and April, at the Ateliers municipaux.
I want to dispose of a computer or an old household appliance… There are several businesses and organizations specializing in the salvage of such items. Computers can be brought to the company Ecosys Canada Inc., at 1615, 55th ave., in Dorval, (514) 636-9625. Computer monitors and televisions will gladly be accepted by RMG Canada at 1441, rue Begin in Saint-Laurent, (514) 332-7577. Furniture can be donated to the Salvation Army in several locations,
including 1620 Notre-Dame West, (514) 935-7425.
Where can I get information about composting? Where can I get a composter? Éco-Quartier Saint-Laurent sells a variety of composter models at the affordable price of $30. We can also provide you with reading material on composting, as well as answer all of your questions. Furthermore, every year we offer several workshops on composting. If you wish to participate in one of these workshops, please contact us.
Where can I buy environmentally friendly and fair trade products in Saint-Laurent? Right here at 1480 rue de l’Eglise during our business hours. Note that our members benefit from discounts on certain products. The membership fee is only $10 a year!
I have a question concerning household pets… For any and all questions regarding regulations on household pets in Saint-Laurent, please contact the Bureau du citoyen at (514) 855-6000 or visit their offices at 777 Marcel-Laurin Blvd.
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