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Sunday, May 12 as of 8:30 a.m. For more information or to register: Garage sales www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/au-rythme-de-nos-foulees May 25 and 26 [email protected] The first garage sales of the year in Organized by Les Riverains de Châteauguay running club, the Au rythme de nos Châteauguay will be held on Saturday, foulées run, which is traditionally held on Mother’s Day, is back for the 10th year! May 25 and Sunday, May 26. On those You can participate in the 1 km, 5 km, 10 km race, or else the Michel Butts demi- two days, garage sales will be permitted marathon (21.1 km), starting from the Agora. A challenge for the whole family in a from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. lively and festive atmosphere! Residents can advertise their New this year: the mille à Gilles. This new race is in addition to the regular run and garage sales on our website includes an Elite section in which the first three runners will have an opportunity to starting at the beginning of May win scholarships. at www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en. 4 events & special activities
15th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade sunday, march 24 starting at 1 p.m.
The Châteauguay & Valley Irish Heritage Association and Ville de Châteauguay invite you to an afternoon of fun!
Street closures to traffic – Rue Lepailleur 10 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. (between boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste and rue Yvon)
– Rue Guy (between boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste and rue Randill) 10 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
– Rue Yvon (between rue Lepailleur and boulevard D’Anjou) 10 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
– Boulevard D’Anjou 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (between Saint-Jean-Baptiste and Maple boulevards)
– Boulevard Maple 12 noon to 2:30 p.m. (one direction only, between boulevard D’Anjou and rue McLeod)
– Rue McLeod (between boulevard Maple and rue Mitchell) 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Closed streets Parade route Detour
No parking will be allowed on Lepailleur, guy and yvon streets during the designated hours. – A one-way lane will be open in the east direction (toward boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste) from the Châteauguay Regional Centre’s parking entrance (in front of the Super C supermarket) to boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste. – A detour will be installed to by-pass the part closed on boulevard D'Anjou. The detour will follow avenue de la Verdure, rue Prince and rue Saint-Julien. – Every citizen and every store located on LePailleur, Guy and Yvon streets and on boulevard D'Anjou will receive an official letter to be informed about the closing hours. events & special activities 5
SPRING BREAK
Activ’Été break
Registration at the Centre culturel G.-P.-Vanier Limited places: 80 spots | Passport-Loisir is mandatory
Five (5) activity days for children aged 5 to 12 Monday, March 4 to Friday, March 8 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$ $281.25 NRPL | $231.25 RPL Complete programming information Daycare is available from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and from 4 to 5 p.m. www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/CAMP-RELACHE Meeting place: Howard S. Billings school gymnasium
à la carte activities… and more
Open swim Skating rinks Kronos La magie de la chimie II Saturday 2 to Sunday, March 10 Spring Break special schedule The great spatio-temporal with Yannick Bergeron Polydium Monday 4 to Friday, March 8 activity Thursday, March 7, 2 p.m. For all Details on page 18 Tuesday, March 5, 2 p.m. 5 years + Schedule on page 19 5 to 12 years old Outdoor rinks 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Agora 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
3rd annual Popcorn and refreshments sold on site Parc éphémère Ciné-relâche A morning of fun with for the whole family Granby zoo… your toddlers! Racetime in winter!* Special Outing Sunday, March 3, 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, March 6, $ Resident: $8 child | 10 a.m. (in French) Wednesday, March 6, $2 adult | $20 family 2 p.m. (in English) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $ $50 | $40 PL Non-resident: $10 child | Spring Break Camp $ $4 | $3 PL | $9 family PL $4 adult | $28 family Salle Jean-Pierre-Houde 5 to 12 years old Futsal – Soccer – Multisport Sportplex Tickets now on sale 1 to 6 years old Monday 4 to Friday, March 8 * Parking area behing 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Howard S. Billings school. For more details, go to Tubing at Mont Avila* www.ville.chateauguay. $ $230 | Day care service: Attendance will be taken Special Outing qc.ca/en and follow us $40 for the week when the buses leave at on social networks! Sportplex Wednesday, March 6, 9 a.m. Return at 4 p.m. 514 582-9616 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Included if your child Parents must stay on site and Registration online $ $50 | $40 PL is registered for the are welcome to participate! at kytsoccer.com 5 to 12 years old entire week.
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12th Edition – From March 29 to 31 An event to share between professional artists and the public. A unique opportunity to discover dance in all its forms!
Complete programming (in French) WORKSHOPS at www.accesdanse.ca | Saturday, March 30 SPOKESPERSON Anik Lacelle, 450 698-3137 Complete schedule Ariane Boulet at www.accesdanse.ca
Since her graduation from SHOWS UQAM with a Bachelor’s degree in Contemporary Dance Interpretation in 2009, Ariane Boulet has worked as an interpreter for Hélène Langevin (Bouge de là), Mélanie Demers, Aurélie Pedron, Georges-Nicolas Tremblay, Joannie Douville and Geneviève C. Ferron. She has participated in many shows in Montreal, Toronto, France, Belgium and Brazil. At the same time, she founded the Je Suis Julio dance company in 2009 and developed two creations together with Friday, March 29, 8 p.m. Saturday, March 30, 3:30 p.m. En Cohorte and four solo creations. THREESIXNINE QUI BOUGERA “I would like you to open up, dare, by Tentacle Tribe by Ample Man Danse launch yourself into emptiness $ $28 | $26 PL $ $18 | $16 PL and lose your balance in order Salle du Pavillon de l’île Louis-Philippe-Paré school to better find yourself. Trying, falling, picking yourself up and trying again means to learn to dance and live.” – Ariane Boulet
Saturday, March 30, 8 p.m. Sunday, March 31, 3 p.m.
ROSE OF JERICHO CÉDEZ LE PASSAGE by Skeels danse À LA RELÈVE $ $28 | $26 PL $ $12 | $10 PL Salle du Pavillon de l’île Louis-Philippe-Paré school
Don’t miss the opportunity to see tomorrow’s talent! School groups will be able to enjoy a very enriching theatrical experience!
PL: With Passeport-loisir | RPL: Resident with Passeport-loisir | NRPL: Non-Resident with Passeport-loisir events & special activities 7
Triathlon sunday may 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
come Agora and move Information and registration at Centre culturel G.-P.-Vanier www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/triathlon-2019 with us!
Triathlon Categories U5 to U15 and Adult
age Swim BIKE RUN COST U5 4-5 25 m 1 km 250 m $29 U7 6-7 50 m 1,5 km 500 m $29 U9 8-9 100 m 3,5 km 1 km $37 U11 10-11 200 m 7 km 1 km $37 U13 12-13 300 m 10,5 km 2,5 km $52 U15 14-15 300 m 10,5 km 2,5 km $52 ADULT (16+) 16+ 300 m 10,5 km 2,5 km $52
Duathlon Categories U13, U15 and Adult
age RUN BIKE RUN COST U13 12-13 2,5 km 10 km 2,5 km $52 U15 14-15 2,5 km 10 km 2,5 km $52 ADULT (16+) 16+ 2,5 km 10 km 2,5 km $52
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ShowS ARTS & CHÂTEAU SCÈNES Ticketing: Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier By phone: 450 698-3100 CULTURE Online: www.chateauscenes.com | www.ovation.qc.ca
Saturday, April 20, 8 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 8 p.m.
Blues, Jazz & World Music Blues, Jazz & World Music Ghost Town Blues Band Jordan Officer Backstage Pass Three Rivers
SEARCH FOR OLD PHOTOS 1998 ICE STORM To prepare a special edition of Châteauguay Au fil du temps and an exhibition to come at the Maison LePailleur, we are looking for photographs taken in Châteauguay that are good illustrations of the 1998 ice storm. These may include landscapes, material damage, citizens in action, slices of daily life at the temporary shelter set up in Louis-Philippe-Paré high school or any other photographs related to the event.
If you have any old photographs that have been digitized, please contact Communications at 450 698-3017 or at [email protected]. If you have photographs in paper format (the most common medium at the time), you can bring them to be scanned to the Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier or the Maison LePailleur. Photos must be placed in an envelope with your contact information (name, address, email and telephone number) so we can return to them to you. They may be accompanied by a brief description, if necessary.
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1st prize: $350 2nd prize: $250 3rd prize: $150
Coucher de soleil sur le pont Adirondacks, Olivier Pitre, 1st prize winner in 2018
PHOTO CONTEST "Châteauguay… What a Story!" 4th edition Stéphane Beauregard, 450 698-3875 www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/concours-photo www.maisonlepailleur.ca
For the fourth consecutive year, Ville de Châteauguay, in co-operation with Maison LePailleur, will offer amateur and professional photographers the opportunity to illustrate their citizen vision through a photo contest Show for young children, Part 1 and an outdoor exhibition. Saturday, May 25, 2 p.m. Set on the site of the historic Maison Gravel and first launched Show for advanced groups during the Journées de la culture, the exhibition will continue Saturday, May 25, 7 p.m. until November. Prizes will be awarded to four photographs that really stand out: three in the “Resident“ category and one Show for young children, Part 2 in the “Ville de Châteauguay employee“ category. Sunday, May 26, 2 p.m The photos may showcase the City’s history, show local people Auditorium Serge-Boisvert, or depict breathtaking landscapes and scenes. Above all, the Louis-Philippe-Paré high school contest is an extraordinary forum to make your voice heard $ $15 Adult | $10 Child as a citizen and share your experience and point of view. Tickets will go on sale at the Centre culturel G.-P.-Vanier as of Monday, May 6. Once again, it will be possible to obtain a library technician’s assistance to complete the registration form. For an appointment, Dance Camp call 450 698-3078. Tuesday, July 2 to Friday, July 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. * The terms and conditions of the contest and registration form will be available as of Monday, May 13 on the websites $ Resident: $255 | Non-resident: $277.50 of Ville de Châteauguay and Maison LePailleur. Registration as of April 27 Intermediate and Advanced Levels (age 10 to 15)
Dance me Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal FREE SPECIAL Sunday, March 24, 2 p.m. SCREENING! Salle Jean-Pierre Houde 211 free tickets are available at the Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier
A unique opportunity to experience a screening almost simultaneously with the live performance from the Théâtre Maisonneuve stage in Place des Arts of Dance Me based on Leonard Cohen’s masterwork. Under the artistic direction of Louis Robitaille, with the staging of Eric Jean and the inspired performance of the 14 performers, three international choreographers – Andonis Foniadakis, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and Ihsan Rustem – evoke the “five” seasons of the main cycles of life as depicted by Leonard Cohen in his work. Dance Me, a co-presentation of Danse Danse/BJM and Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal, will be projected on the big screen in Châteauguay. An event that you do not want to miss! 10 ARTS & CULTURE
Exhibitions and vernissages GALERIE LA SEIGNEURIE
Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier
CATHERINE BEAUDOIN MARC PIGEON DANIEL CÔTÉ presents presents presents Délictueuses circa 1910-1927 Les Toiles Filantes Mon chalumeau est mon pinceau March 8 to 29 April 4 to 27 May 2 to 30 Vernissage on Friday, March 8 Vernissage on Thursday, April 4 Vernissage on Thursday, May 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. from 7 to 9 p.m. from 7 to 9 p.m. Medium: Acrylic Medium: Acrylic Medium: Sculpture and copper with a torch
CINÉ-CLUB CHÂTEAUGUAY Popcorn Mondays, 7:30 p.m. is free!
The first three Thursdays in March are dedicated to a special Ciné-club in the original English version with French subtitles. $ $7 | PL: $6 Salle Jean-Pierre-Houde of the Centre culturel G.-P.-Vanier Member of RÉSEAU PLUS of the Association des cinémas parallèles du Québec
Lovers of the 7th art: Do not miss the best Quebec and international repertory films!
Thurdasy, March 7 Thursday, March 14 Thursday, March 21
COLETTE FARENHEIT 11/9 SUSPIRIA by Wash Westmoreland by Michael Moore by Luca Guadagnino Britain – USA – Hungary | 2018 | USA | 2018 | 120 min. | USA – Italy | 2018 | 120 min. | 112 min. | (G) Documentary (G) 16 years +
For the French screenings schedule, see the French version on page 15. The 2019 spring season of Ciné-club will begin on April 29. The program will be available in print and on our website starting on March 29. ARTS & CULTURE 11
450 698-3193 maisonlepailleur.ca
The Museum hosts Réseau Art Spontané March 7 to April 15 Vernissage on March 9 from noon to 5 p.m.
Maison LePailleur is pleased to welcome the Réseau Art Spontané (RAS) as part of a regional travelling exhibition. At an evening of artistic creation organized in partnership with the museum, RAS has allowed many artists to contemplate the objects from the Maison LePailleur collection and undertake a creative process. The exhibition includes the body of work by the artists of the Inspiration collective, including those resulting from this evening, as well as objects from the collection that served as a source of inspiration. Until March 3 Marking the 30th anniversary of the Société du Musée du Heritage photography Grand Châteauguay and its 20 years in the Maison LePailleur, Regard sur la jeunesse this exhibition shows Domaine LePailleur through the April 18 to May 26 community’s eyes. Vernissage on April 24 from 4 to 7 p.m.
For the 7th consecutive year, Maison LePailleur is proud to host this photo contest and exhibition organized by secondary 4 students of Collège Héritage. The museum team will pick more than 60 photographs among their favourites and exhibit them to highlight young people’s perception of our local and SPRING BREAK regional heritage. Three workshops "Riches en fibres" March 6 to 8 from 9:30 a.m. to noon $ $15 workshop | $40 for all three Materials are included | Reservations are mandatory
Three creative activities, each of a length of 2 1/2 hours, will be held for children aged 8 to 12. In this series of know-how workshops, young people will be initiated in using craft techniques to create original pieces using fibres. Yarns, fabrics and paper will be in the spotlight!
Qui brodera verra Wednesday, March 6
Embroidering a handkerchief with a monogram. Journée nationale des Patriotes With Alexandre Belliard À la fine pointe Monday, May 21, 11 a.m. Thursday, March 7 $ $5 Making a large paper creation, inspired by quilt patterns. Reservation necessary (limited places)
De même famille In memory of the men and women who fought an identity struggle at the risk of their lives, this commemorative day Friday, March 8 remains a key event in our annual program. This year, Making a souvenir album that is decorated and ready to hold for the occasion, Maison LePailleur is proud to host an family photographs. Archives-reading activity with the special collaboration of singer-songwriter Alexandre Belliard. 12 LIBRARY
library Adult PROGRAMMING
REGISTRATION On-site only Limited places | Presentation of the membership card is mandatory for library members.
Chateauguay meet-ups 10 a.m. to noon Free Salle polyvalente In English, but all are welcome!
Come join the Chateauguay Valley Literacy Council (CVLC) on Tuesday morning!
FICTIONAL PLACES THAT REALLY EXIST! Tuesday, March 12
Do you sometimes wish that some of the places in movies and books really do exist? We will explore this idea with
U Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Indiana Jones as a starting point. Come and tell us about your own favorite fictional place and together we will discover if it really exists.
HOW ARE RENEWABLE ENERGY Map and RESOURCES HELPING PEOPLE addresses on page 34 AROUND THE WORLD? Tuesday, May 28
Explore the largest energy solar installation in Morocco, Opening hours a small soral-powered suitcase to help babies in Nepal, Monday Noon to 9 p.m. and a floating wind form in Scotland. These are only a Tuesday and Wednesday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. few of the exciting projects being developed on planet Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Earth, right now! Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Noon to 5 p.m.
CLOSED Sunday, April 21 and Monday, April 22 (Easter holiday) Monday, May 20 (Victoria’s Day)
450 698-3080 [email protected] Online catalog: www.biblio.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca LIBRARY 13
Book sale YOUTH Come and see our Book Sale section. A great selection PROGRAMMING of youth books has just been added! All books cost $1! REGISTRATION On-site only Limited places | Presentation of the membership card is mandatory for library members.
CONTES DU CHÂTEAU Sunday, 11 a.m. to noon $ $2 per child per activity (member only) Coin des grenouilles Ages 3 to 5 | In French only The parent must stay in the library during the activity.
Children are invited to listen to passionate stories. The facilitator will stimulate not only their curiosity, but also their imagination. Reading and artwork are featured! Let’s skate! Princesses It’s spring! Biblio-Aidants March 3 and knights! April 28 15 Thematic booklets, (Spring Break) March 31 more than 700 documents Polar animals Easter Bunny www.biblioaidants.ca/en March 17 April 14
The library is proud to participate in the national Biblio-Aidants program. STORY TIME WITH READING TOGETHER The program consists of a series of LANGUAGE STIMULATION Stone Soup: A Folktale 15 thematic booklets which provide information for caregivers on illnesses With La boîte à paroles Friday, March 15, and various topics they are faced Wednesday, March 6-27 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with. Each booklet contains a list of and April 10, 10 a.m. Free organizations and a selection of relevant $ $5 | $2 members Coin des grenouilles websites, as well as book and film Coin des grenouilles Ages 5 to 10 | In English suggestions. To consult these thematic Ages 3 to 6 | Open to daycares The Chateauguay Valley Literacy Council booklets and other documents that meet In French only | Duration: 1 hour (CVLC) will be presenting an interactive your needs, drop by the library or visit reading activity where children and biblioaidants.ca/en. These workshops promote the development of the child’s parents are invited to explore reading communication skills through techniques, vocabulary, and spelling Tricot-thé facilitation, reading and thematic in a fun and entertaining way. Saturday, March 30 and April 27 games stimulating language. 1 to 3 p.m. Free Salle des périodiques IT’S SATURDAY, LET’S PLAY! For everyone Board games workshop With Julie Lacroix Saturday, March 9 and April 6, 1 to 3 p.m. $ $3 | Free for library members On the last Saturday of every month, Salle polyvalente bring your knitting needles and wool. For everyone You can knit while drinking a cup of tea. An experienced knitter will be on hand Come and discover the library’s board games collection and play new games to give you advice and tips. with your family and friends! 14 Activ’été 2019 – SUMMER PROGRAM SUMMER PROGRAM
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LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES THE COORDINATION TEAM More than a summer job! Anik Lacelle, coordinator 450 698-3137 [email protected] You have until Sunday, March 31 to submit your application. Mélanie Tremblay, Ville de Châteauguay is looking for candidates for the 2019 summer season assistant coordinator of the Activ’Été day camp! 10-13 years old day camp, – Day camp animator – Integration assistant La Centrale and Excursions – Day care animator – Head of sector 450 698-3134 – Integration animator – Responsible of day care service [email protected] – Integration animator, day care service – Responsible of equipment – Specialized animator for Integration Francis Pépin, assistant coordinator 5-6 years old day camp, Day care service and Animators in training By mail: On our website: 450 698-3129 Direction des ressources humaines www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/career [email protected] (Indicate the position of your choice.) In person: Ville de Châteauguay Gabriel Goyette, 5, boul. D’Youville Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier assistant coordinator Châteauguay (Québec) J6J 2P8 7-9 years old day camp and Specialized camps 450 698-3079 [email protected]
Integration Program 450 698-3136 [email protected] Activ’été 2019 – SUMMER PROGRAM 15
REGISTRATION 450 698-3100 SUMMER /ActivEte from April 27 to May 18
PROGRAM ONLINE REGISTRATION ON-SITE REGISTRATION Starting on Saturday, April 27 at 10 a.m. Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m. With the exception of La Centrale 13-15 years old Wednesday and Thursday from noon to 6 p.m. program for which registration must be made at Friday and Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. the Centre culturel Georges-P.-vanier. Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier A valid Passeport-loisir is mandatory. A valid Passeport-loisir is mandatory. www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/inscription-activete During the first day of registration, onS aturday, April 27, the How to do it? Visit our website at www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en, Centre culturel G.-P.-Vanier will exceptionally open at 10 a.m. click on the tab “Activities and Recreation“,select the “Activ’Été” Payment methods section and then click on the “Registration“ tab. – Payable by Visa, MasterCard, debit card, cash or cheque payable Payment methods to Ville de Châteauguay – Payable by Visa, MasterCard or Accès D. – Any registration costing more than $200 can be paid in two – The entire cost must be paid during registration. equal installments: 1st installment: 50% of the total amount during registration; 2nd installment: post-dated cheque for June 27, 2019.
It is strongly recommended to renew you Passeport-loisir before the registration period.
LATE REGISTRATION THE ACTIV’ÉTÉ Those who register as of May 19 will pay a late fee representing 25% of the initial registration costs.
2019 T-SHIRT New residents who arrive after the end of the registration period are exempt from A matter this late fee. Ville de Châteauguay reserves the right to end the registration period of safety and on May 29 for certain activities. Late registrations must be done in person (on-site) at the Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier. belonging! HOW AGE GROUPES ARE DETERMINED
Minimum age Maximum age
Age 5-6 4 years old on September 30, 2018 6 years old on September 30, 2019
$ No charge! Age 7-9 6 years old on September 30, 2018 9 years old on September 30, 2019 $5 per additional t-shirt Age 10-13 9 years old on September 30, 2018 13 years old on September 30, 2019 Provided during registration! Age 13-15 12 years old on September 30, 2018 15 years old on September 30, 2019 16 Activ’été 2019 – SUMMER PROGRAM
SUMMER PROGRAM COMPLETE PROGRAMMING TO COME
Outings everyday!
Major outings included! EXCURSIONS $ Starting from $20 per excursion DAY CAMP LA CENTRALE Registration to day camp From Tuesday, July 2 to is not required. Friday, August 16 From July 2 to August 15 Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to Monday to Thursday (Days may Special À la carte outings. A different 4 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon vary depending on the activity.) outing each week for all age groups st (5 to 15 years old). $ Resident: 1st child $274 | $ Resident: 1 child $422 | 2nd child $259 | 3rd child $244 2nd child $407 | 3rd child $392 Non-resident: $760 $ per child Non-resident: $1,084 per child 5 to 13 years old Meeting point at the Agora Age 13 to 15 Children aged 7-9 and 10-13 must be able Min.: 40 participants | to cycle to enjoy the many local outings. Max.: 72 participants
Montreal Science Centre La Centrale is about twenty outings July 9 including campings, La Ronde, a night 7-9 et 10-13 years old at the Laser Quest and water slides!
Expo agricole de Saint-Hyacinthe July 23 5-6, 7-9 et 10-13 years old SPECIALIZED CAMPS Saint-Zotique Beach Discover and perfect August 13 your passions! 10-13 years old Tuesday 25 to Friday, June 28 Monday 19 to Friday, August 23 Funtropolis, Longueuil 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. August 14 $ Starting from $135 per week 5-6 years old Day care service (from 7 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m.): $50 par week
Excursions may be cancelled if there are not enough participants. Should this occur, registration fees will be reimbursed. There will be no reimbursement for absences. Activ’été 2019 – SUMMER PROGRAM
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ANIMATORS IN TRAINING PROGRAM An enriching experience! From July 2 to August 16 Monday to Friday (at least 15 hours per week) Free! Age 14-15 Registration until May 26 DAY CARE SERVICE Bring your résumé or email it to francis.pepin@ville. chateauguay.qc.ca. Interviews will take place at the end The day care service is in the same location as the 5-6 years of June. A dozen young people will be selected. old group. Children aged 7 to 13 must have their bike. Option 1: Every day From Tuesday, July 2 to Friday, August 16 Monday to Thursday from 7 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Friday from 7 to 9 a.m. and noon to 6 p.m. $ Resident: 1st child $295 | 2nd child $280 | 3rd child $265 Non-resident: $365
Option 2: Friday afternoon only July 5 to August 16 from noon to 6 p.m. $ Resident: $42 | Non-resident: $78
Option 3: Extra week August 19 to 23 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. INTEGRATION PROGRAM $ Resident: $185 | Non-resident: $215 For children with special needs Limited places: 80 Major outing included Ville de Châteauguay is proud to support and believe in its Integration Program for people living with disabilities. Option 4: Week-by-week This year, more than 70 children will be paired with From Tuesday, July 2 to Friday, August 16 an animator during the summer. Monday to Thursday from 7 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Friday from 7 to 9 a.m. and noon to 6 p.m. The deadline for applying is March 15. The form and program guide are available online at: $ Resident: $61 | Non-resident: $95 www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/integration-activete Excluding the extra week 18 sports & outdoors SPORTS & outdoors
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[email protected] 450 698-3112
FREE SKATING AND HOCKEY outdoor skating rinks Monday to Friday: 4 to 10 p.m. AT THE MULTISPORT CENTRE Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. $ $7,75 | PL age 17-: $3.75 | PL age 18+: $4.75 | PL family $5.75 For information on ice Kim St-Pierre ice rink conditions sites and: www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/ SKATING FOR EVERYONE ADULT HOCKEY patinoires-2018-2019 | 450 698-3100 Until March 31 Saturday Until March 28 /Chateauguay from 8:15 to 10:15 a.m. Tuesday (ages 18 to 49) OPENING Sunday from 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. ACCORDING and Thursday (50 years +) TO WEATHER Spring Break special: Agora ice rink from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. CONDITIONS Tuesday, March 5 (breaks on March 5 and 7) Monday to Thursday: from 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. $ $7,75 | Free PL 1 to 9 p.m. Friday: 1 to 10 p.m. Section reserved for young children Kim St-Pierre rink Saturday and Sunday: who are learning to skate. The ice is available to a player from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. another age category if the number See Outdoor skating rinks PRESCHOOL SKATING of 20 players on that day is not reached. Until March 26 The player from the other age category Tuesday from 10:15 to 11:15 am has priority if he or she is the first (break on March 5) to arrive, but must wait for the start of the game to get dressed. Accessories are available to help your Extended schedule child. Wearing a helmet is recommended. for Spring Break From March 4 to 8 ADULT SKATING – Outdoor skating rinks: Until March 28 Tuesday and Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. – Agora: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (breaks on March 5 and 7)
PL: With Passeport-loisir | RPL: Resident with Passeport-loisir | NRPL: Non-Resident with Passeport-loisir sports & outdoors 19
CENTRE SPORTIF bike month
polydium Take advantage of May to celebrate Serving families since 1984 the beginning of bike season!
Registration and information at www.polydium.ca Châteauguay is proud to celebrate Bike Month in Quebec 450 698-3120 by encouraging the public to ride their bikes in the city. Take advantage of the arrival of the summer season Pool – CAPC Swimming Team – and take your bike to visit the most beautiful spots Group classes – Fitness – Leisure (New!) in Châteauguay: the riverbanks, old Châteauguay, île Saint-Bernard, etc. Whether it is for a race or a long ride, Spring session discover and rediscover our beautiful city by bike! From March 10 to May 5 On-line registration starts at 9 a.m. from February 26 to March 3
Training courses / Children’s parties / Aqua-stroller / Open swim for adults/family
Session from May to July On-line registration starts at 9 a.m. from April 30 to May 5
Did you know? The Châteauguay area has three bicycle repair stations. Each has a tire maintenance pump, a bike-stand and a kit Open swim on Spring Break week with various tools (screwdriver, wrench set, etc.) so that repairs and adjustments can be made on site. ADULTS (15 +) all Stations de réparation de vélo Saturday Espace Gravel and Sunday 1:00 to 2:10 p.m. 2:15 to 3:30 p.m. March 2-3-9-10 (Maison LePailleur historic site) Drinking fountain on site 7:15 to 8:40 a.m. Monday March 4 11 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. 1:05 to 2:25 p.m. 54 boulevard Salaberry Sud 8:20 to 9:40 p.m. Pavillon de l’île Tuesday 7:15 to 8:40 a.m. on île Saint-Bernard and Thursday 1:05 to 2:25 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. 480 boulevard D’Youville March 5-7 Wednesday 7:15 to 8:40 a.m. Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier 1:05 to 2:25 p.m. and Friday 11:30 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. 7:05 to 8:15 p.m. 15 boulevard Maple March 6-8 8:20 to 9:40 p.m. 20 sports & outdoors
A FLOURISHING SPRING!
Héritage Saint-Bernard proposes many nature activities this spring. The ecosystems of the refuge faunique Marguerite-D’Youville and the centre écologique Fernand-Seguin are undergoing a major transformation. Nature is awakening!
REFUGE FAUNIQUE MARGUERITE-D’YOUVILLE
Access by Pavillon de l’île | Open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Spring is one of the most enjoyable times to stroll along the trails of the wildlife refuge, which becomes a popular migratory stopover for birds because of the wide variety of habitats on the island. You will be able to see the animals through the still bare trees. In addition, you can participate in the refuge rally (in French), a captivating and free digital treasure hunt! Café de l’île serves meals prepared on site in a warm and friendly atmosphere! @lecafedelile
REGISTRATION Registrations NATURE PHOTO WORKSHOP: TO YOUR GARDENS: AT CAMP ÉCOLO have started! BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY SALE OF PLANTS Starting in March Sunday, May 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. AND ORGANIC SEEDS WEEK 1: June 25 to 28 | $ $95 + taxes, including two snacks Friday, May 24, 3 to 7 p.m. WEEK 2: August 19 to 23 and an annual access card for Saturday, May 25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. trail access The two-week camp (from 9 a.m. Required equipment: Single-lens Start growing a vegetable garden or to 4 p.m.) is offered this summer reflex film (SLR) camera with at fine herb planters with quality organic to young people who love nature least a lens of 300 mm. A tripod plants. In addition to encouraging local and the outdoors. would be an asset. Beginner and farmers involved in organic farming, Youths can participate for either one intermediate level. your purchase will support Héritage week or two. Saint-Bernard’s mission! Information Learn about bird photography and booth, gardening tips and much more! become a better photographer.
BIODIVERSITY DAYS FOR EARTH DAY Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21 Facilitation from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (cancelled in the event of poor weather) 20% discount on the purchase of an annual pass for access to trails (individual or family) during these two days only.
During Earth Weekend and the long Easter weekend, enjoy a moment of relaxation. Naturalist guides will introduce you to biodiversity at the refuge faunique Marguerite-D’Youville. You will be able to appreciate nature while learning about the local flora and fauna. sports & outdoors 21
CENTRE ÉCOLOGIQUE Information and reservations FERNAND-SEGUIN A FLOURISHING SPRING! 450 698-3133 | www.ilesaintbernard.com /heritagestbernard Free nature discovery activities in the brand-new service chalet! The workshops combine learning with guided hikes. To extend the visit, you can bring your lunch and enjoy the new facilities of the ecological centre! Departure from the service chalet Free access | Open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Access by boulevard Brisebois
Ephemeral treasure hunt Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5
Amphibians or reptiles? May 11 and 12 A spotlight on urban farming!
The gardens of île Saint-Bernard Ornithological survey Free Saturday, May 18, Sunday, May 19 In season, discover the educational gardens surrounding and Monday, May 20 the Pavillon de l’île: a large vegetable garden used, among other things, to supply the Café de l’île restaurant, a corner for pollinating plants and useful plants, as well as the island’s organic orchard. Urban farming is featured in these structured Insect Safari and evolving spaces. In addition, educators offer various tips on how to garden at home and eat in an eco-friendly and Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 responsible way!
NAUTICAL CENTRE nautical camp Open from June 8! Registration from April 27 to May 18 Boat rental | Tours | Preregistration from April 20 to 26 for those Courses and accreditation who where registered in 2018. www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/en/ From Tuesday, June 25 to Friday, August 9 centre-nautique Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $ Resident: 620$ | Non-resident: 675$ Age 8 to 15 | Limited places
A dynamic camp focused on water activities to discover and enjoy Saint-Louis Lake and its surroundings! Including Sail Canada progression training. 22 sports & outdoors
Information, rates and registration: SPORTS ASSOCIATIONS www.ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/ IT’S TIME TO SIGN UP! en/activites-sportives
Registration for soccer, baseball and softball can also be made in person at the Centre culturel Georges-P.-Vanier.
CHÂTEAUGUAY SKATING CLUB 450 698-0291 | /CP Châteauguay skating club cpchateauguayskatingclub.weebly.com
This year, the Châteauguay Skating Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary! You are invited to attend the end-of-year show on Saturday, April 13 at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, April 14 at 1 p.m. Châteauguay Air Cadets Squadron 626 will be present.
CHÂTEAUGUAY MINOR BASEBALL ASSOCIATION Registration deadline: March 24 After this date, late fees may apply. Included: Atome to Midget Novice – Pre-season indoor training – 10 practice sessions at the Sportplex – 10 games (March 24 to May 1) – Baseball cap – Regular season games CHÂTEAUGUAY BASKETBALL and practices Rallye Cap ASSOCIATION (May 1 to September 1) – 15 practice sessions – Year-end regional – Baseball cap Selection camps for summer teams tournament (August) will start on April 8. – Baseball cap 438 888-9657 | [email protected] | www.cbaravens.com Baseball school July 2 to 6 9 a.m. to noon $ $100 Location to be determined [email protected]
Registration for the baseball school at Sportplex in person only. Monday, March 18, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, March 24, 3 to 5 p.m.
Chat-O-Cats CHÂTEAUGUAY SOCCER Female Softball ASSOCIATION Registration deadline: April 1st Registration deadline: April 8 514 546-4552 [email protected] [email protected] www.soccerchateauguay.com/fr/index.html /Chat O Cats Softball féminin/girls ORGANIZations & associations 23 ORGANIZATIONS & associations
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BOUQUINERIE u POPULAIRE 18-A boulevard D’Anjou 450 844-4482
For our monthly promotions, Fung Loy Kok COMMUNITY visit our website at Tai Chi Taoïste WEDNESDAYS www.bouquineriepopulaire.wixsite. com/bouquineriepopulaire or our A constant moving meditation April 3, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Facebook page by searching providing joy and promoting Free “Centre d’éducation Populaire health and balance Centennial Park school du Grand Châteauguay et 85 rue Jeffries Information and registration: Bouquinerie Populaire”. 450 699-3333, ext. 2224 Wednesday, April 3 and 10, No registration necessary 10 a.m. to noon and 7 to 9 p.m. ! Free drop-in daycare Friday, April 5 and 12, Do not forget: 10 a.m. to noon Everyone is invited to meet over $4 bags on Tuesdays! 25, rue Principale 20 community and public organizations Information and initiation and share a spaghetti dinner payable at any time at the door at a reduced price. Held 1 888 924-2441 ou 514 967-5271 in a warm and friendly atmosphere, Community Wednesdays are evening meetings for residents to learn more about community organizations. Don’t miss the Cuisine-découverte cooking workshop for parents and children at 5 p.m.! 24 ORGANIZations & associations
IMPÔT-BÉNÉVOLES DU SUROÎT Châteauguay Air Cadets Free tax clinics Squadron 626
438 338-1300 Bottle Drive impotbenevolesuroit.org [email protected] Saturday, April 13
We provide our services free of charge and confidentially Cadets will go door to door to pick up cans and bottles. to low-income persons and file their income tax returns Cash donations will also be gratefully accepted. electronically on the same day. Bring your documents. Year-end Parade Sub-basement of the Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sainte-Marguerite-d'Youville Parish Everyone is welcome to discover the wonderful world Friday, March 8 and 22, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. of Cadets! Door 3 | 8 rue Rainville
Maison des jeunes Châtelois Association des personnes handicapées de la Rive-Sud Ouest Monday, March 11–25 and April 8-22, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.aphrso.org 180 rue Mercier /aphrso
FADOQ St-Joachim – Promoting the interests of people with disabilities. Thursday, March 14, 21 and 28, 9 to 11:30 a.m. – Defending collective and individual rights. 13 rue Principale – Supporting individuals and their families. Sacristy of the Saint-Joachim Church – Promoting universal accessibility. Friday, April 5, 12 and 26, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Promoting access to services. 1 boulevard D’Youville – Promoting the inclusion and full civic participation of people with disabilities.
Saturday June 1st Agora
The Canadian Cancer Society believes no one diagnosed with cancer should have to face it alone. So join us in the Relay For Life and help us continue our life-saving work. And together, we can prove that life is bigger than cancer. Make a difference and sign up today at relayforlife.ca ORGANIZations & associations 25
LA BOHÈME EN CINÉMASCOPE Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25, 8 p.m. Sunday, May 26, 2 p.m. see you there! $ $25 general admission | $20 children (aged 15 and under) Also on sale at the Centre culturel G.-.P-.Vanier counter (cash only) Salle Jean-Pierre-Houde of the Centre culturel G.-P.-Vanier Jean-Philippe, 514 264-4479 or Marie-Line, 514 605-6791
As usual, the Chœur La Bohème will present a spectacular show in which harmonies are highlighted by original staging and choreographies that will surprise you. Courses & workshops
CARPE DIEM PACKAGE there is still time to register! Centre culturel G.-P.-Vanier Treat yourself with some time to relax on an island surrounded ville.chateauguay.qc.ca/passeport-loisir-inscription by the Châteauguay River and Lake Saint-Louis. Pure relaxation in a protected nature reserve!
$ $165 room (1 person) $217 room with private and renovated bathroom (1 person) Coming $311 room with a private and renovated bathroom In the next ON THE MOVE (double occupancy) Service included. Taxes are extra.
DeTAILS events & special activities – One night for two people – National Holidays of Quebec and Canada – Buffet breakfast included for two – Relay for life – Two 90-minute massages in the hotel – Écomarché de l’île st – Two glasses of wine served in the room – Poutinefest 1 edition – Jerk Festival CONDITIONS – Retro Night – Grande fête familiale – Reserve at least 24 hours in advance – Subject to room availability This offer cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. arts & culture – Cinema under the Agora
Library – The return of the Bibliobus in our parks – Summer Reading Club
nautical camp