Rising water levels in Ahuntsic-Cartierville: the reference

Last updated April 27, 2026
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The Ahuntsic-Cartierville public works department now consistently monitors water levels as part of its regular operations. Every year, an experienced team works relentlessly to protect public infrastructures from rising water levels.

Situation as of April 24, 2026

Our teams are working diligently to prepare for spring flooding.
You are also encouraged to take precautionary measures, if necessary.


IMPORTANT: It is your responsibility to take action to protect your property.


SANDBAGS: Sandbags have been distributed on certain streets, according to priority levels, and are available for self-service. If you see any near your property, you can pick them up now and begin placing them around your property. These bags will help limit the advance of the water.



*** For additional sandbag requests, please call 311. Our teams will assess your request.


How to build a dike with sandbags? Watch the video.



Dikes and muscle walls have been installed by our teams on the following streets:

- Notre-Dame-des-Anges
- Crévier
- Cousineau
- Olivier
- Leblanc
- du Ruisseau
- Jasmin

⇒ Five high-capacity pumps have been installed on Notre-Dame-des-Anges, Cousineau, Crévier, Olivier, and du Ruisseau Streets.


⇒ Do not park your car in at-risk areas to avoid hindering the work of the teams on site.

Understanding spring freshet 

See live updates regarding the levels reached by the Rivière des Prairies and watch the video below to better understand Hydro-Québec’s management of water levels and of its facilities as these levels rise. (Video in French)

Prepare for the spring freshet 

  • Protect your property and your family. In case of an emergency or a disaster, it is your responsibility to take the first steps to ensure your own safety and to secure your property. All residents must prepare yearly for the spring freshet. 
  • Read the article  How to protect your home to find out what to do. 
  • How to build a sandbag dike (in French):

On March 25, 2025, an information day was held regarding the spring freshet. Below are the documents that were presented. (in French)

Review project underway  

The borough is continuing its review funded by the ministry of municipal affairs and housing in order to better understand the impacts of the spring freshet on public infrastructures, and to design developments to adapt to this phenomenon. A spart of this project, visits are also coordinated in the impacted areas. 

Stay informed 

 To receive information about rising water levels, sign up for the special newsletter, Info-crue, at [email protected]  

To receive messages regarding emergency situations, register  for the city’s Notices and Alerts service.