Welcome to Beaconsfield—a lifestyle in tune with nature and tranquility
To help you ease into your new neighbourhood and new city, here is some useful information:
By choosing to settle in Beaconsfield, you have done much more than simply change your address—you have embraced an exceptional way of life. Here, vast green spaces, welcoming parks, and mature trees create a soothing landscape that is conducive to rejuvenation. This carefully preserved natural setting is at the heart of our collective identity and the quality of life we proudly cherish.It is therefore with great joy that I welcome you to our beautiful city. In collaboration with our regional partners, our municipal team is fully committed to providing you with a healthy, safe, and inspiring living environment.
Services and facilities for all ages
In Beaconsfield, there is something for every generation. Our residents enjoy a wide range of programs and services tailored to all ages and interests. Among our flagship facilities are:
- The Recreation Centre, featuring a regulation-size ice rink, a semi-Olympic swimming pool, a gymnasium, a youth centre, and an outdoor skatepark. Opened in 1974, this iconic centre will undergo major renovations in the coming years to provide modern facilities that meet the expectations of our community today and tomorrow.
- A dynamic library with extensive physical and digital collections, offering quality reference services and a varied program of activities, exhibitions, and workshops for young and old alike.
- Centennial Park, the true heart of the community, is currently home to the building of the same name. It will soon welcome our new Cultural Center, which will also include a contemporary library designed to meet the needs of the 21st century.
- Two marinas, operated by the Beaconsfield Yacht Club and the Lord Reading Yacht Club, respectively, offer privileged access to the majestic Lake Saint-Louis, much to the delight of boaters and water sports enthusiasts.
A deep commitment to sustainable development
Beaconsfield is resolutely focused on the future. Our sustainable development plan sets out concrete actions to build a responsible, resilient, and harmonious community. But this project cannot succeed without you: every action counts, every individual commitment strengthens our collective impact.
Stay informed, stay connected
To discover all that Beaconsfield has to offer, I invite you to regularly visit our municipal portal—a true hub of information between the City and its citizens. There you will find local news, useful resources, municipal policies, and all available services.
- The CONTACT magazine, published several times a year, is distributed free of charge to all households, businesses, and institutions.
- Subscribe to the “Beaconsfield Updates” newsletter to receive important news directly: [Subscribe to the Beaconsfield newsletter]
- You can also sign up for bciti+, our digital platform accessible on smartphones, tablets, and computers: [Sign up for BCITI]
- And of course, follow us on social media so you don't miss out on anything happening in the community.
A new beginning, a welcoming community
I sincerely hope you will thrive here and fully enjoy the unique quality of life that Beaconsfield has to offer. Because beyond being a place to live, our city is a vibrant community where nature, culture, and human connections come together and enrich each other.
In Beaconsfield, you are at home!
Martin St-Jean
Mayor
Services
All about collections
Residents are strongly encouraged to use recycling, home composting, and reuse services to divert the maximum amount of waste sent to landfills unnecessarily.
By-laws
City Council adopts numerous by-laws intended to protect the interests of residents and the municipality and to ensure the quality of life of the community.
Cultural Events
Shows, concerts, exhibitions ... there is something for everyone!
Dogs
If you have a dog, you must obtain a license valid for two years from July 1 to June 30. This license is available at City Hall.
Garage sale
Garage sales are permitted in residential zones provided that no more than two such sales per year take place on any residential landsite and that they do not last more than two consecutive days. A permit is required.
Leisure
The Leisure Department offers a variety of sports activities. Get your Leisure Card at the Recreation Centre.
Library
The Library attracts a large clientele of young and less young who come to appreciate its rich collections including digital books, excellent reference services and a rich and diverse program of activities, exhibitions, lectures and workshops.
Parking
It is prohibited to park on any public street between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. all year round.
A temporary permit may be granted for overnight parking on a public street under certain conditions: renovations, repaving of a driveway, visitors. To obtain such a permit, please call 514 428-4400 or, after business hours, contact Municipal Patrol at 514 428-5999.
On-street parking during a snowfall
To ensure that snow is removed quickly and efficiently, Section 5.2 of Traffic By-law 780 regarding winter parking stipulates that it is forbidden to immobilize a road vehicle on a public street or space during any snowfall of 2.5 cm or more, or within six hours after the end of such a snowfall. Vehicles interfering with snow removal operations will be towed away at the owners’ expense with a fine.
Renovation, construction and permits
If you are planning renovation or construction work on your property, you or your professional executor must ensure that the project complies with all applicable municipal by-laws and obtain the necessary permit or certificate before proceeding with the work. Beaconsfield’s Urban Planning Department is composed of a team of professionals who are dedicated to assisting you in your projects.
Schools
Schools
Public schools in Beaconsfield are managed by the following school boards:
Commission scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys (French language schools)
Phone: 514 855-4500
Lester B. Pearson School Board (English language schools)
Phone: 514 422-3000
Cégep Gérald-Godin (French)
15 615 Gouin Ouest Boulevard
Montreal, Quebec H9H 5K8
Phone: 514 626-2666
John Abbott College (English)
21 275 Lakeshore Road
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec H9X 3L9
Phone: 514 457-6610
Seniors
As an Age-Friendly Municipality, the City cares about its senior residents, seeks to improve their living conditions and demonstrates their importance in the community.
Service québécois du changement d'adresse
Have you thought of making your change of address on the website of the Service québécois du changement d'adresse? In doing so, you notify seven government ministries and agencies of your change of address in just one step.
Snow removal
The snow from your driveway must be kept on your property and not ploughed onto the street. Dumping or throwing snow on streets, sidewalks, fire hydrants, public places or private property other than your own, is prohibited and subject to a minimum fine of $100.
Taxes
All invoices and bills issued by the City of Beaconsfield can be paid electronically from your bank account or in person at City Hall. Payments can be made by cash, cheque or Interac.
The Mayor and Councillors
City Council is composed of a mayor and six (6) councillors. Beaconsfield is divided into six electoral districts. Each district is represented by a councillor elected by voters from the district. The mayor is elected by all voters in the City.
Universal accessibility
Consult the City's action plan for the integration of disabled people into the community. The goal is to identify physical barriers, communication problems and obstacles to accessing goods and services which create issues for disabled persons and find solutions to them.
Watering
The water used for watering is usually treated drinking water. It is therefore essential to respect the regulation on the use of drinking water.
West Island Community Resource Centre (CRC)
For over 30 years, the CRC has been connecting West Island citizens with the resources and information they need.
Stay informed about municipal news!
Alert portal
Are you a new resident?
The City's alert portal contacts you directly in case of an emergency — power outage, boil water advisory, and more. Create your profile and choose how you'd like to be reached.
bciti+
Download this application that centralizes your interactions with the City! Receive important notices and news by email or text message, make requests, ask questions or write comments and keep track of the progress of your file.
Facebook and Instagram
Find out about cultural gatherings, events and awareness campaigns on a daily basis.
Municipal magazine CONTACT
The municipal magazine CONTACT is published five times a year and is distributed free to homes. To keep up-to-date on activities, current news and services in our City, this reference and information guide is essential reading.
Newsletter
Register for our email list Beaconsfield Updates and receive important notices as well as updates regarding services, programs and events, council meetings and public consultations.
Living in Beaconsfield
Partage Club
Through this mobile app, residents can easily lend, borrow items, or request services from neighbors, in a spirit of trust and mutual aid.
Fully bilingual, the app is designed to promote exchanges and strengthen social connections at the local level.
Here are a few examples of what you could do:
Borrow tools
Ask for help with a small project
Offer or request a service
Connecting Beaconsfield Project
If there was a power outage, heat wave, shortage of water, or flood in your neighbourhood, do you know who might need help or who you could turn to if you needed help? Social connection plays an important role in responding to and recovering from these types of events. The Connecting Beaconsfield project aims to increase feelings of closeness and a sense of belonging in the community, thereby also increasing resilience.
Be a good neighbour
Some essential rules of neighbourly respect for the well-being of all.
Contact us
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