Committees

This working group is composed of all councillors as well as the Mayor, two representatives of the Public Works Department, the Director General and two police officers from Neighbourhood Police Station 5.

It studies different road-related issues (ex. speeding, speed humps, parking, signage, etc.) and submits its recommendations to the Council. It also coordinates the work of our patrol officers and meets with Police Officers of Neighbourhood Station 5 on a regular basis to discuss and find solutions to current problems (vandalism, graffiti, bullying, break-ins, etc.).

The committee receives and studies applications for the demolition of a building, and issues the certificate of authorization if the demolition is deemed appropriate. The committee may also revoke a certificate under certain conditions.

The committee is composed of three councillors who are named annually and whose mandate is renewable. All committee meetings are public when the committee is carrying out the functions normally assigned to a committee created by virtue of the Act to study applications for the demolition of a building.

Demolition Committee Meetings

The committee is responsible for:

• Reviewing and submitting to the Council recommendations on all applications relating to minor exemptions, master development plans, and architectural layout and integration plans.
• Reviewing and submitting to the Council recommendations on draft by-laws to amend the Urban Planning by-laws, and, where applicable, zoning and subdivision by-laws, and the by-law concerning minor exemptions.
• Reviewing and submitting to the Council recommendations on all urban planning, zoning, and subdivision matters referred to it by the Council.

The committee, created by virtue of the Act respecting land use and planning and development, is composed of at least seven and of up to nine members designated by resolution of the Council. No more than two members of the Council may be members of the committee. The others are Dorval residents, at least three of which are chosen for their training and expertise in urban planning and development, architecture, engineering, or heritage.

Unless the Council decides otherwise, all committee meetings are held in camera, but the committee may, with the approval of the majority of members, invite any person able to provide useful information about a project or its impact on its projected implementation area. The persons invited may provide the committee with the information required, but may not take part in the proceedings.

In light of the difficulty to reach teens in an informal forum, the City of Dorval created, on November 7, 1988, the Youth Advisory Committee, which regroups a maximum of 15 young Dorval residents. By meeting approximately four times per year, the members of the committee discuss about youth related projects, make their recommendations to the Council, and are involved in the planning, development, and implementation of programs and activities relating to their needs. They also gain valuable experience by volunteering at various events throughout the community.

All Dorval residents, between the age of 12 and 17, are eligible to become members of the Youth Advisory Committee. For more information on how to join, call 514 633-4000.

Universal accessibility is at the heart of the City of Dorval’s priorities to create an environment free of obstacles to the integration of people with disabilities and to ensure the implementation of best practices for universal inclusion. Our commitment to raising awareness and mobilizing all services of the City of Dorval to the importance of identifying obstacles to universal accessibility in their daily practices is today stronger than ever.

That is why, in 2024, the municipal committee previously dedicated to the integration of people with disabilities decided to adopt a name more representative of its constantly evolving mission. Following discussions and multiple proposals, the committee voted for the name: Universal Inclusion Committee. Inclusion refers to creating a suitable environment that values all people, regardless of their abilities. This designation aligns perfectly with the accessibility values that we wish to promote within the committee.

Indeed, the City of Dorval’s objectives are to:

• Create a more inclusive community for people living with functional limitations or other challenges by reducing physical, social, communication, and psychological barriers.
• Recognize the differences in physical capacity, strengths, and challenges that our citizens may face, in order to promote their full participation in community life and access to municipal services and programs.
• Offer the community a living environment suitable for as many individuals as possible in the most equitable and eco-responsible way possible.
• Ensure a widespread proactive approach and plan the design of new municipal buildings, parks, and green spaces according to the principles of universal design.

The committee is pleased to continue its mandate of awareness and education to promote accessibility and universal inclusion. We care about the well-being of all citizens and want to help make our environment and our living spaces accessible and inclusive. This committee is made up of citizens, a representative of the CIUSSS, municipal employees, and elected officials.

By designing and creating barrier-free environments, respecting universal design criteria and adopting an inclusive approach, we hope to enable everyone, regardless of their age, economic situation, disability or gender, to have equitable access to the City’s venues, equipment, programs, and services.

We invite you to contact us for any suggestions and recommendations, through the usual channels, so that the committee can follow up and prioritize the needs related to the Action Plan for Universal Inclusion.

Recreational Programs for Persons with a Disability

The City of Dorval partners with recognized organizations to receive grants from the Quebec government, allowing it to help residents with a disability to integrate into leisure programs and day camps. The grant application is submitted in March.  

Dorval is also registered in the Companion Leisure Card (CAL) program, which provides free access for the companion of a person with a permanent disability or mental illness.

More information on this program

Residents who feel that they can benefit from the companion program or other services, who have comments or suggestions, or who wish to volunteer are invited to call 514 633-4000.

Resources offering services to individuals with a disability

Created in 2010, this committee is composed of Dorval residents, municipal councillors, and administrators of various city departments. All have a keen interest in enhancing the sustainability of our community.

The mission statement of Dorval’s Environment Committee is as follows:

“The Environment Committee advises municipal Council on policies, programs, and by-laws that would have an impact on any aspect of our built and natural environments, in order that we may improve the quality of our lives and the lives of future generations. The objective of the Committee is to research, initiate, and promote projects that relate to sustainability, and to educate and engage the community on these issues”.

In 2022, the membership of the committee was revised, and specific subcommittees were established, to help carry out additional reflection and research on specific subjects, such as community outreach and innovative programming.

The committee can be reached by email at dorvalenviro@ville.dorval.qc.ca and its membership currently consists of:

• Marc Doret, Mayor
• Christopher von Roretz, City Councillor
• Pascal Brault, City Councillor
• David Lebrasseur, Leisure and Culture Department employee
• Martin Léger, Public Works Department employee
• Josée Lanouette, resident
• Raissa Marks, resident
• Élodie St-André, resident
• Marian MacNair, resident
• Nathalie Ainsley, resident

Dorval Environment Committee Report

In August 2023, the Dorval City Council passed a resolution to officially establish its Bird Committee. Having sought members from community partners and passionate residents, this committee makes recommendations to the council about improving conditions for birds across the Dorval territory, and help the City seek and maintain Nature Canada's "Bird Friendly City" certification.

Helpful birding tips, “best bird practices”, and relevant upcoming events for those interested in birding will be hosted on this site, as well as information about the City of Dorval’s “Bird of 2024”, elected by residents earlier this year! 

Consult the 2025 calendar of events related to the Bird Committee

Should you have any questions about the Bird Committee or its work, please contact the committee by writing to dorvalenviro@ville.dorval.qc.ca.

The members of the committee include the following:

• Marc Doret, Mayor
• Jean-François Leroux, City Councillor
• Christopher von Roretz, City Councillor
• David Lebrasseur, Leisure and Culture Department employee
• Marian MacNair, resident and member of the Environment Committee
• Teresa Glawdecki, resident
• Marie-Laurence Mercier, resident
• Katherine Collin, Technoparc Oiseaux
• Maxime Tremblay, l’Association des amateurs d’hirondelles du Québec

Information - Bird of the Year

March Edition

In late-winter, white-breasted nuthatches start their courtship behaviour. During courting, males will raise their head, spread their tail, and droop their wings, swaying back and forth and bowing deeply. A male may also feed the female, and of course, sing!  White-breasted nuthatch couples will remain together for the year on their nesting territory and may even mate for life. 

February Edition

Nuthatches are a common visitor to backyard bird feeders.  They usually take a single sunflower seed and fly to a nearby tree where they wedge it into the bark.   They then hack it open with repeated blows from their bill. They “hatch” out the seed from the inside and this might be how they got their name. They also use this technique to open large nuts or acorns they find and regularly store food items in bark crevices on their territory in fall and winter.

January Edition

Congratulations, Dorval, on having voted the white-breasted nuthatch as our City Bird of 2025!

Despite being small, this bird is far from timid, and feeds at local feeders year-round. With its unique ability to climb trees upside down, boundless energy, and love for our snowy winters, it's ready to proudly represent our community this year. Keep an eye out for it this winter and stay tuned for information about the white-breasted nuthatch each month in our Cyber-news and on our website under the Bird Committee header.

Bird of the Year 2024 - Northern Cardinal

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