Sherbrooke Implements $34 Vehicle Registration Tax to Support Public Transit

Sherbrooke Implements $34 Vehicle Registration Tax to Support Public Transit

Sherbrooke, Monday, November 18, 2024 – Starting January 1, 2025, a new vehicle registration tax (TIV) will be applied across Sherbrooke to fund public transit initiatives. The $34 fee, approved by Sherbrooke City Council in May 2024, will be included in annual renewal notices sent by the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) starting this month for those opting for early payment. The TIV aims to promote sustainable transportation […]

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General

ACFEM Unveils Feasibility Study Results and Launches Next Phase for Estrie-Montérégie Rail Corridor

Sherbrooke, November 15, 2024 — The Alliance du corridor ferroviaire Estrie-Montérégie (ACFEM) has announced the findings of a feasibility study aimed at developing the Estrie-Montérégie rail corridor. Supported by a $450,000 grant from Quebec's Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, the study was conducted by engineering firm EXP and lays the groundwork for the ambitious project. Key Findings of the Feasibility Study The study breaks the project into eight components, […]

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Community Events

Novembre en Action Brings Free Sports Activities to Youth in Eastern Townships

Sherbrooke, November 14, 2024 - In the latest episode of Reaching Out to the Community on CJMQ 88.9 FM, host Derek Bullard welcomed Marie-Claude Cyr, Communications Coordinator at Conseil Sport Loisir de l'Estrie, to discuss an exciting new initiative, Novembre en Action. This project, offers free sports opportunities to youth aged 6 to 12 across the Eastern Townships. Cyr explained that the project stemmed from a regional multi-sport meeting where […]

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Featured

Sherbrooke’s Radio Bingo – Play and Win at Three Local Spots

Sherbrooke, November 13, 2024 - CJMQ 88.9 FM's Radio Bingo is a popular weekly event in Sherbrooke, offering participants the chance to win cash prizes while supporting local community radio. The game is broadcast every Tuesday at 7 p.m., and bingo cards are available for purchase at several convenient locations in Sherbrooke. Point of Sale Locations in Sherbrooke: Salon Urbania: Managed by Josée Dumas, located at 2655 Rue King Ouest, […]

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Communications

Four Downtown Sherbrooke Intersections Soon to Be Safer

Sherbrooke, November 11, 2024 - The City of Sherbrooke is set to make safety improvements to four intersections on King Street, between Wellington and Saint-François streets. These upgrades, carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility (MTMD), aim to enhance pedestrian safety while keeping traffic flow smooth. First Phase: King Ouest and Wellington Starting Tuesday, November 12, traffic lights at the King Ouest and Wellington intersection […]

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Communications

Register Now for Christmas Baskets in Memphrémagog

Sherbrooke, November 8, 2024 – The Memphrémagog Food Bank (BAM) is offering Christmas baskets to help individuals and families in need in the Memphrémagog area. This initiative, supported by various organizations, ensures that everyone can experience the joy of the holiday season. Volunteers will prepare and distribute these holiday baskets, making it a truly community-driven event. Residents in need who meet the financial criteria can register now until November 21 […]

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Communications

Saint-François Bridge Repairs to Cause Delays in Sherbrooke, November 7-8

Sherbrooke, November 6, 2024 - The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has announced upcoming road repairs on the Saint-François Bridge, spanning the Saint-François River on Terrill Street in Sherbrooke. Starting tomorrow, Thursday, November 7, at 9 a.m. until Friday, November 8, at 4 p.m., traffic will alternate on the bridge. Significant delays are expected, especially during peak hours. The multifunctional path on the west side of the bridge will […]

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Business

Nearly 500 Pounds of Debris Removed from Lake Memphremagog in Community Dive Cleanup

Lake Memphrémagog, November 3, 2024 - A recent community dive cleanup led by Jacques Tremblay, diver and project manager at Plongée Aqua-Mundo, brought volunteers together to help clean Lake Memphremagog. The event removed nearly 500 pounds of trash from the lake, signaling a promising improvement compared to past cleanups that yielded significantly more debris. For Tremblay and the Aqua-Mundo team, the motivation behind this cleanup effort was clear: divers love […]

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Communications

(FOUND) Disappearance of Lilia Bentabet – Public Appeal

Montreal, November 3, 2024 – The Sûreté du Québec is seeking the public's assistance in locating Lilia Bentabet, 18, from Cookshire-Eaton. She was last seen on the afternoon of November 2, walking on Jordan Hill Road in Cookshire-Eaton. Her loved ones are concerned for her health and safety. Description of Lilia Bentabet: Height: 1.55 m (5 ft 1 in) Weight: 59 kg (130 lb) Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown Distinguishing Feature: […]

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