Checklist for open fires

What's allowed and what isn't? What are the regulations? When is a permit required? Here's a document to answer your questions.

Canada Day 2023 is coming up fast and we need your help. Join the volunteer team and make Saturday, July 1 a fun day for all!

The Arena Association will be running the canteen and the bar, but there are plenty of other tasks to take on.

Please take a moment to complete this short survey and let us know how you can help.

Survey to find solutions to the housing crisis

The MRC de la Vallée-de-la-Gatineau is putting in place various means to find solutions to the housing crisis that is currently raging in the region. To do so, we are launching a survey aimed at employers, tenants, landlords, people looking for housing as well as people who wish to move or work in the Gatineau Valley. The online survey is available until June 9th and coaching will be offered by the MRC de la Vallée-de-la-Gatineau for people who do not have access to the Internet or a computer. A link to the survey has been added to the MRCVG website in the Actualités Tab.

Assistance available

There will be assistance available to complete the survey at the library with a staff member.

You can also access the survey by scanning the QR code at right with your mobile device.

Notice to residences and businesses served by Fieldville Road in the Municipality of the Township of Low

Due to major culvert replacement work, Fieldville Road will be closed at approximately 756 Fieldville Road on May 8 and possibly May 9 repair should take approximately 1 or 2 days.

Notice to residences and businesses served by the aqueduct system in the Low sector of the Municipality of the Township of Low

The boil water advisory for the Low pump station is still in effect.

Due to equipment problems following the replacement of the pump of one of the wells of the Low sector aqueduct, it is possible that pressure drops will be observed during peak periods. We should be able to make the repair on April 25. Other work is also planned in the next few weeks to complete the replacement of the electrical panel and the pump controls.

Venosta Pumping Station: Boil Water Advisory lifted

The water test results at Venosta's pumping station following the work done on February 6th are now in compliance, therefore, the boil water advisory is lifted.

Low Pumping Station: Boil Water Advisory lifted

The water test results at Low's pumping station following the work done on January 19th are now in compliance, therefore, the boil water advisory is lifted.

Survey in respect to recreation and leisure activities

The Municipality of the Township of Low is conducting a short survey to get a better understanding of community needs in respect to recreation and leisure activities.
Your information will help us develop a long-term strategy to support and develop social, recreation and cultural opportunities accessible to all.
Leisure activities, facilities, parks and green spaces are essential to our quality of life, to the environment and our economic sustainability.

Thank you for participating in our survey. Your feedback is important!

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Public notice - Prohibition on the use of water from the public aqueduct

Prohibition until further notice of the use of water from the public aqueduct for the purpose of watering, car washing or pool filling. This notice does not apply to the use of water by farmers for the purpose of watering their crop.

Opening of the 2022-2023 RenoRégion program

Start of the program: July 14, 2022

Changes to the program

In order to respond to the numerous requests for changes from the municipal community, the RénoRégion program (RRP) underwent a major revision over the past year. New standards were adopted by the government on June 29, 2022 and will be in effect until March 31, 2025.

Electrical wires
When should I call 9-1-1?

A important number of calls received annually by our fire safety services concern wires that have fallen to the ground or are hanging low.

Many of these wires are telecommunications wires and are not life threatening. Here is how to tell them apart and who to call in such a situation.

The Municipality of Low wishes to inform you that its fire prevention home visit program will be in effect from July to December 2022.

Troubled history of Québec Famine Memorial reported in us media

The New York-based electronic newsletter, Irish Central, has written an article on the complicated history of an Irish Famine Memorial in the Gatineau Hills, just north of the Ottawa National Capital Region.

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Certificate of Recognition for the Municipality of the Township of Low

The Minister responsible for Seniors and Caregivers, Marguerite Blais, officially awarded the Township of Low the title of Elder-Friendly Municipality for the duration of its 2019-2022 action plan.

Receive a notification in case of emergency or public interest

The municipality Township of Low will soon be able to notify its residents almost in real time in case of emergency. Citizens wishing to do so may be alerted via their cell phone or landline in the event of public interest.

To take advantage of the service you must submit your contact details to the municipality. We invite you to register with the municipality now via our web site or with Sylvia at 819-422-3528 or by email at reception@lowquebec.ca

 

The Township of Low is working for you!

Road Work on Montague Road

Road work was completed on Montague near the Truite road intersection.

A total of $14,000.00 was invested on Pike Lake Road

In phase one, a soft spot was repaired, 400 meters of ditching was done and 300 tons of Mg20 was spread.

Road Work on Kealey Road

Trees and brush were cut, ditches were dug to facilitate drainage, a damaged culvert was replaced and...

$5,800 invested on O'Sullivan Road

An aging culvert was replaced and updated. Gabion stone was installed to prevent erosion.

 

Road work was completed on Farm road

Ditches were cleaned to facilitate drainage. Gabion stone was installed to slow water down and to protect private laneway culverts.

The Competition That Gives Voice to Inspiring Environmental Initiatives. Win $ 2,000 for your environmental efforts and achievements.

Heat wave: basic instructions to protect yourself

The Outaouais Department of Public Health (DSPU) of the Outaouais Integrated Health and Social Services Center (CISSS) would like to remind you of the basic instructions for protecting yourself from the heat.

Cabin Closure: Prevention Tips from Sûreté du Québec
Start of the hunting season - Regulations in force

In the coming days, hunters will be more and more likely to indulge in their favorite activity in woodland. That's why the Sûreté du Québec wishes to recall some safety tips to guarantee everyone a safe hunting season.

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The Québec government offers tax programs, technical and financial assistance to woodlots owners.

Paugan Station
Located in the Municipality of Low, Paugan station is the largest power utility in the Outaouoais region with a capacity of 206 MW and a fall of 40 meters. It has been built in 1928 and restored in 1956. Picture © Hydro-Québec.
Siskin Park
Siskin recalled the forest heritage of the municipality, particularly the time of the drive on the Gatineau River. It is also the southern starting point of the Véloroute des Draveurs. Photo © Sogercom.com.
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