Rosemère, QC
City in Quebec
Canada
Rosemère, QC installed award-winning urban sinks, powered by fire hydrants, in its municipal parks
The Town of Rosemère Recreation and Community life team installed three urban sinks, designed by the Montreal-based manufacturer Studio Artefact, in its municipal parks. The innovative sinks are contactless, distribute biodegradable soap, and are powered directly by fire hydrants.
Rosemère, QC
Canada
Rosemère, QC launched a local shopping campaign by inflating the value of business vouchers
The Town of Rosemère partnered with Aile des gens d'affaires de Rosemère (AGAR) to launch the "Rosemère c’est mon affaire!" fund-raising campaign. The campaign was designed to support the local economy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Residents were able to purchase $20 vouchers at participating businesses with proceeds going toward local business economic recovery and sustainability. The Town increased the value of these vouchers to $30 to encourage local shopping.
Rosemère, QC
Canada
Rosemere, QC created a pedestrian rally quiz event to help residents discover local parks
The City of Rosemere partnered with Rallye Bottine Laurentides to create a pedestrian rally to encourage residents to explore local green spaces. The competitive event involved participants solving quizzes and completing puzzles by observing their surroundings at three local parks. The pedestrian rally was designed for participants, ages 12 and up, to enjoy an unusual activity that helps them discover the history and heritage of their city.
Rosemère, QC
Canada
Rosemere, QC launched the "Voilà! Rosemere" digital platform to centralize resident services
The City of Rosemere launched the "Voilà! Rosemere" digital platform which centralized information and services for residents. The tool allows residents to download applications, receive customized notifications, consult activity calendars, submit permit applications, report non-urgent issues, review tax bills, etc. The Voila! mobile app is available to download from the App Store of Google Play.
Rosemère, QC
Canada
Rosemere, QC published educational newspaper comics to teach residents about various city services.
The City of Rosemere published educational comics in the municipal newspaper to teach residents about various services offered by the city. The comic strip series focused on the adventures of Ben Bongars and his family newcomers in Rosemere. These comics were designed by a professional illustrator to popularize city services across various departments including recreation, public works, finance, town planning, etc.
Rosemère, QC
Canada