Borough of Fleurimont

Borough of Fleurimont
Contact information
819-565-9954
Borough office
Civic address
967, rue du Conseil
Mailing address
P.O. Box 610, Sherbrooke QC J1H 5H9
Hours
8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
Monday to Friday
Louisda Brochu
President, Borough of Fleurimont
and Councillor, District of Lavigerie
To request a building or renovation permit, you may go to the
Borough office, Monday to Thursday, during the following hours:
• Monday afternoon, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
• Wednesday afternoon, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Thursday morning, 8:30 a.m. to noon
UPCOMING BOROUGH
COUNCIL MEETINGS
Danielle Berthold
Councillor
District of Desranleau
Rémi Demers
Councillor
District of Marie-Rivier
Hélène Dauphinais
Councillor
District of Pin-Solitaire
Vincent Boutin
Councillor
District of Quatre-Saisons
Borough council meetings take place the fourth Monday
of each month (except in June, July, and December).
• Monday, April 27, 6:30 p.m.
• Monday, May 25, 6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 17, 6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 8, noon
• Monday, August 24, 6:30 p.m.
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PERMITS
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Borough Services
Need Information?
Type of Service
Contact
Borough Services
Recreation and Community Life
Centre Julien-Ducharme activity schedule
Info line: 819-565-0582
Badminton schedule at the Centre Julien-Ducharme
Visit sherbrooke.ca:
• Click on the “Residents” tab;
• Click on the “Sports and Recreation” tab;
• Click on the “Badminton Libre” link –
Centre Julien-Ducharme (weekly schedule).
Loisirs Fleuri-Est activity program (see p. 65)
819-821-5791 or loisirsfleuriest.org
Sercovie program
819-565-1066 or sercovie.org
Community Services
To speak to someone at a youth centre
La Maize (rue Galvin): 819-569-4700
Maison Jeunes-Est (rue King Est): 819-821-1999
To contact the youth centre in the Jardins-Fleuris neighbourhood
819-569-7515 or localjeunesj-f.org
For information on community gardens
To reach the CAL Énergie Jeunes-Est’s Québec en Forme program
Jardins communautaires Shermont:
819-573-7752 or 819-565-2516
819-564-6225
[email protected]
quebecenforme.org/estrie
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Recreation and Community Life
Centre Julien-Ducharme
1671, chemin Duplessis
Tel.: 819-565-0522
Consult the activity schedule online at sherbrooke.ca or by calling
819-565-0522.
Office hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sports centre wicket and sports facilities hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Summer hours – June 1 to August 28
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Baluchon Santé
Baluchon Santé offers carefully prepared meals to all users of the
Centre Julien-Ducharme. Visiting athletes, those at the Centre for
a meeting… everyone can enjoy healthy foods at the canteen.
In addition, Baluchon Santé offers a personalized catering service
(complete meals, healthy box lunches, etc.).
In line with the current trend to change the types of meals served in
arenas, a food policy that aims to offer clients healthier choices has
been implemented. Baluchon Santé is paying particular attention
to this new policy by offering healthy options, in addition to all the
meals typically served at arenas. Feel free to make special requests
for your events!
Hall rentals
The Centre Julien-Ducharme offers the public the possibility of
renting multi-purpose rooms for meetings, seminars, forums,
conferences, or receptions of any kind. The rooms can accommodate
from 20 to 350 people. Bar and coat check services are also
available. Call 819-565-0522 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
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NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH COMMITTEE
Safety is everyone’s business
ACTIVITIES
The evening meetings are open to all members and to residents
of the Borough of Fleurimont. During these meetings, we discuss
crime statistics, upcoming meetings, and activities.
You can get a sense of our drive and determination and check out
the topics of our talks at surveillancedequartier.org or come to
one of our upcoming meetings, the dates and times of which are
listed below.
Upcoming meetings
• April 21, 7 to 9 p.m., Centre communautaire et culturel du
Cœur-Immaculé (former church), 987, rue du Conseil, Room 315.
• Please note that the meeting location may change should the
room be unavailable.
• May 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Centre Julien-Ducharme, for the
Fête de la Famille.
Cost: Free
INFORMATION
Sophie D. Larouche, Coordinator
Comité[email protected]
Surveillancedequartier.org
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SERVICES
The Comité de surveillance de quartier de Fleurimont manages a
prevention program, developed through a partnership between the
police department and your Borough. It helps:
• Increase safety and tranquility;
• Improve quality of life;
• Strengthen people’s sense of belonging to their neighbourhoods;
• Inform the public on how to prevent theft and other crimes, and
how to inform your police department.
We are the eyes and ears of our police.
OSEZ L’EST!
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Mega garage sale on King Est and St. Jean celebrations!
On Saturday, June 20, two events will take place on the same site –
the Méga Vente-débarras on King Est and the St. Jean celebrations.
Beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the corner of 8e Avenue and Rue King Est,
more than 100 tables will display all types of items and finds for
garage sale enthusiasts! Reserve your table today at osezlest.com.
An event for the whole family
On the same site, the St. Jean celebrations will please both
young and old! In the parking lot of the Uniprix Chemika Mamode
(corner of 7e Avenue and King Est), come listen to music, have
fun in the inflatable games, and laugh with the clowns! The
celebration begins at 11:30 a.m. and will end at 4 p.m. Food
will be available on site.
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REDISCOVER YOUR HERITAGE
In 1961-62, Sainte-Famille school had 505 students and 12 nuns.
More space was desperately needed, so a gym and four new
classrooms were added.
In 1967, the schools again had students from both genders, but this
time cycles 1 and 2 were established. Children from kindergarten to
Grade 3 attended Sainte-Famille school, which had 560 students at
the time. Those in grade 4 through 7 went to Laporte school, which
accommodated 512 students.
In early 2000, Sainte-Famille and Laporte schools regained their
autonomy, each teaching students from preschool to Grade 6.
In September 2014, Saint-Famille school had 285 students,
including 38 students with communication disorders divided into
four specialized classes. As for Laporte school, every day it welcomes
351 children from the Borough of Rock Forest-St-Élie-Deauville.
Since the Sainte-Famille and Laporte schools opened, in 1949
and 1951 respectively, teaching has changed greatly. All teachers,
religious or lay, have always had the goal of transmitting their
knowledge to the thousands of young girls and boys who attended
their classes.
Maybe you were one of these children who attended one of these
two school to learn, make lasting friendships, laugh and cry, play
ball, hopscotch, or marbles, or perform in shows of all kinds.
Did you know that their walls still keep the memories of your time
there safe and sound, and remember each and every one of you?
References drawn from the Commission scolaire de la
Région-de-Sherbrooke’s Web site.
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As a result of the baby boom of the 1940s, the schools in the east
end of Sherbrooke at the time could no longer accommodate all its
children. Thus, in 1945, the commissioners approved the purchase
of Donat Manseau’s house and land on Rue Papineau, for the
purpose of building a school there.
A temporary location had to be found for the children while they
waited for this new school. So the Manseau’s home was converted
into temporary classrooms for 100 Grade 1 students, who were
taught by two nuns and a lay teacher (a woman).
In 1948, a $199 675.69 construction contract was granted.
The school was partially built from reused materials from the
demolition of the buildings where Centre Saint-Michel is located
today – an unusual practice for this time period.
In September 1949, when the new Sainte-Famille school opened,
the Filles de la Charité du Sacré-Cœur de Jésus assumed the role
of managing the school and teaching, for which they received an
annual salary of $800 per teacher, including the principal. Girls and
boys were taught there up to Grade 3.
Despite the opening of Sainte-Famille school, the number
of children in elementary school exceeded the number that
the schools in the east end could accommodate. Plus, the
commissioners wanted to separate the girls from the boys, so they
considered building another school, next to the Sainte-Famille
school.
In September 1951, the boys were transferred to the new
10-classroom school, called Laporte. From then on, Sainte-Famille
school would welcome girls only. The management of the new
Laporte school was entrusted to the Frères Maristes. The staff
consisted of three priests and eight lay teachers (four men and
four women).
In 1953, Laporte school was expanded to have 16 classrooms,
allowing it to accommodate 480 students in grades 1 through 9.
In 1958, the school board introduced a special class at
Laporte school for children from across the city who had learning
disabilities, said to be behind. The board assumed responsibility for
transportation from their houses to school.
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The Classique Pif Vacances Transat
turns 40!
The Borough’s neighbourhood
celebrations
The Classique Pif Vacances Transat will be celebrating its
40th anniversary from June 29 to July 5, 2015! This edition will be
marked by outstanding calibre in terms of the sports competition
and the variety of unique family activities.
For 40 years, the Classique Pif has been ranked among the top
slo-pitch softball tournaments in North America and remains
an annual gathering for Sherbrooke residents. The number 40
represents not only the event’s years of experience but also the long
record of public confidence and quality of the organization of this
event, which is deeply rooted in Sherbrooke. For this edition, the
Classique Pif will celebrate the year with a component featuring
very special activities.
As part of the 40th anniversary celebrations, in addition to the
traditional fireworks, the Classique Pif will present unique and
appealing theme nights. These new features were specifically
chosen to put even more sparkle in the eyes of spectators and more
colour in Sherbrooke’s sky.
The collaboration of the USSSA, one of the most prestigious
slo-pitch softball associations in the United States, will enable
new American teams to attend. The USSSA will create these teams
especially for the occasion by selecting its best American players.
From now on, with the Classique Pif known as a conference circuit
tournament in its women’s and men’s invitational categories,
American and Canadian teams of different calibres will register for
it to accumulate points in anticipation of the World Series in Florida.
Thus, the competitions will be at a higher level, attracting even
more sports fans.
Neighbourhood parties are organized by the Borough of Fleurimont’s
recreation and community life division. However, they rely on
the participation of residents and local organizations to be
successful. Neighbourhood parties can be found in every district
of the Borough throughout the year. The target clientele is always
residents who live close to the park hosting the event.
Over the past year, residents took part in various activities during
these celebrations, including inflatable games, fireworks, winter
sliding, bonfires, a zipline, face painting for children, and many
other highly entertaining activities!
The Borough of Fleurimont is proud of the results of these
gatherings. We’ve already had one party this year, the celebration in
Parc Gilles-Charland on February 7.
Upcoming celebrations
• Fête du Parc du Debonair, June 13
• Fête du Parc de Marie-Reine-du-Monde, August 29
• Fête du Parc Édouard-Boudreau, September 19
Residents interested in getting involved in organizing
neighbourhood parties can call 819-565-0522 to offer their help.
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The Salle du Parvis is the artistic and
cultural hub of the Borough of Fleurimont.
It fulfills three main functions: it is a place
to create, present, and teach arts and
culture. Simply put, the Salle du Parvis
seeks to provide artists of all disciplines
with a venue where they can wet their feet, exhibit their skills, and
test their material. It offers a varied and affordable program that
highlights talented local artists.
Accessibility policy of the Salle du Parvis
Mechanisms are provided to support, in whole or in part, the costs
involved in holding a cultural activity at the Salle du Parvis; mainly
for institutions and organizations.
By submitting a description of your project that specifies your goals,
approach, approximate expenses, and other relevant details to the
recreation and community life division, you could benefit from a
contribution towards your eligible expenses.
We strongly encourage you to submit your cultural activity projects!
Resident artists
Since its creation in 2010, the Salle du Parvis has been home to
the Théâtre à double tranchant. The theatre troupe, created in
1999, strives to promote on-stage expression, through collective
creations of traditional theatre and improv. On May 8 and 9, the
actors invite you to Théâtre et défilé de costumes théâtraux (theatre
and theatrical costume show), with guest singer Mario Couture.
On this occasion, they will perform about 20 scenes enriched with
dialogues from the troupe’s creations reminiscent of its greatest
moments.
The Salle du Parvis is proud to have a new resident artist, the
young poet Anthony Lacroix. You can follow the evolution of his
work and explore his reflections on his blog, accessible via the
Salle du Parvis Web site at salleduparvis.com/anthony-lacroix.
On May 24, Anthony will perform the show Le quartier de ton
corps. He will redefine the sites, history, and social life of the
east of Sherbrooke through a contemporary artistic look at his
host neighbourhood. As part of this evening, the artist will bring
together dance, drama, photography, oral poetry, and projection for
a stunning finish.
Rent the Salle du Parvis for your public events
Did you know that you can rent the Salle du Parvis whether it’s
for an artistic performance of any kind, a book or album launch, a
dinner lecture, or even a business meeting?
We have the equipment necessary to offer you several
configurations: 175 seated places, 140 seats in a bistro setting, or
120 seats in a banquet setting. You’ll also have access to our stage.
This includes the technical equipment (microphones and sound
system, lighting, projector, and big screen), dressing room, and a
qualified technician to handle your event’s stage management, if
needed.
Contact us for a fast free rental cost quote. Also, check out our
incentive discounts to add an artistic element to your event!
Please note: Rental service is not offered for holding private
events organized by individuals such as weddings, funerals, private
parties, or other events.
INFORMATION
Marie-Cristine Pachès
Communications Officer
819-566-6264
[email protected]
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Borough Writing Contest
The Borough of Fleurimont would like to congratulate the winners
of the second edition of the Borough Writing Contest, especially
Fleurimont resident Marie-Dimanche Gagné. Her story Vaillant
shone the spotlight on John-Samuel Bourque, an east Sherbrooke
native who lived a particularly eventful life in many ways (military,
business, and politics). With Vaillant, Ms. Gagné makes readers
experience the emotion of a specific time in Mr. Bourque’s military
career.
Ms. Gagné’s story, as well as those of the other winners, will be
published in a booklet that will be available in borough offices
as of May. The Borough Writing Contest is organized by the
Ville de Sherbrooke, in collaboration with the Association des
auteurs et auteures de l’Estrie. It aims to promote writing while
enabling residents to get to know more about their borough.
Happy reading!
From left to right: Bernard Sévigny, Mayor, Marie-Dimanche Gagné,
contest winner, Louisda Borchu, President of the Borough of Fleurimont,
and Pierre Tardif, Councillor for the Borough of Jacques-Cartier.
Photo: Ville de Sherbrooke
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We invite anyone who wants to cultivate a plot of land in a pleasant
and friendly setting to join us. Located at the corner of Lévesque
and Saint-François Nord streets, the Jardins communautaires
Shermont has more than 80 plots, and some of them are available
for next season.
A few lines about the Jardins communautaires
• Surface area of standard plots: 15 ft. by 20 ft.
(4.47 m by 6.10 m); half plots are also available
• Annual costs vary from $22 to $35
• Organic gardening without chemical products
• Organic compost provided
• Gardening tools provided
• Documentation on gardening provided
• Resource person available if needed
For more information or to reserve a plot, contact Carole Labonté
at 819-565-2516.
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