Don’t miss the park’s star bird, the European starling. This brown-feathered bird is renowned for its ability to mimic the songs of other birds. As you stroll through the park, discover a variety of cultural exhibitions being presented in different areas of the park all year long. 

Pond Update

Filling underway

We began filling the basins of the La Fontaine park pond this Wednesday, April 29.

To ensure the operation goes smoothly, the process is taking place in two stages:

• The south basin: Filling is already well advanced. You will be able to enjoy the view of the water starting Tuesday.
• The north basin: The installation of the pumps is scheduled for early May. The filling of this section will follow quickly once the connections are completed.

A helping hand to protect it

We are also taking advantage of the pond's summer preparation to give our biodiversity a boost! This Tuesday, April 28, a team of 23 people gathered around the north basin to ensure the health of our iconic water feature.

Their mission? To control the spread of phragmites, an invasive plant, while protecting the park's natural wildlife.

Here is how we are teaming up with nature:

• Careful cutting: The borough's horticulture staff, joined by a biologist and a landscape architect from the Ville de Montréal, removed and cut back the problematic plants.
• The return of water as an ally: The current filling of the basins doesn't just beautify the park! The presence of water blocks light at the bottom of the pond, which naturally limits the plant's reproduction.

This great collaboration will continue over the next few years so that we can all keep enjoying a healthy and beautiful pond during our walks.

Work in parc La Fontaine: ongoing projects

• Here is everything you need to know about the current construction sites in the park (available in French only).

Playgrounds accessible year-round

The swings and other equipment in the parks with playgrounds in the borough are now available year-round.

Caution is still advised, especially during freezing periods.

Dogs on leash

Whether it's a small or large dog, all dogs must be kept on a leash in our parks without exception.

Non-compliant owners may face fines of up to $ 600.

Area under adaptive management

Did you know that over 5,500 m² of land in the borough are maintained using an adaptive management approach? That’s why the grass is longer in certain park areas of the Plateau, like this one. This method promotes biodiversity, helps combat climate change, and supports our greening efforts.

• More details here (article currently available in French only)

Use of a barbecue in the picnic area

It is prohibited to use a barbecue powered by charcoal or any other fuel, except propane gas or butane, in order to improve the quality of life and safety in our parks and to prevent fire risks to urban furniture as well as waste enclosures. It is also prohibited to abandon any empty gas or butane canisters.

• Also to read: Knowing the terms of itinerant collection of hazardous household waste (available in French only)

Bocce (pétanque)

Two bocce/pétanque courts are available during the park’s opening hours.

Contact us for more details.

Le Jardin du Petit Monde à bicyclette

Since fall 2020, Avenue Calixa-Lavallée northbound and the parking area for the Pavillon de Calixa-Lavallée have become sites for new cyclists to learn the rules of the Highway Code. There are also introductory skateboarding classes.

Portable toilets

From May to October, temporary portable toilets are installed in the park.

Park fountain

The fountain is currently not operational. The rehabilitation project for the fountain is currently in the design phase.

Keep an eye on this space, as it will be updated as soon as possible.

Wading pools closures 

The 2 wading pools near Rue Rachel Est will remain closed for the summer. The replacement of this aquatic equipment, as well as the restoration of the swimmers’ pavilion, are planned as part of the Family zone development project.

Free ice time reservation

Want to play hockey with friends? The boarded rinks at Laurier, La Fontaine, and Jeanne-Mance parks will be open for hockey practice from Monday to Thursday, 9 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Two free reservation periods will be available starting December 9:

• January 5 to 30
• February 2 to 28

Take advantage of this opportunity to plan your sports evenings via this link!

Rental equipment is available at the parc's welcome centre

• Information and schedule are available on Patin Patin's website.

Winter trail accessibility

• Check out this map of the snow-cleared trails in the park this winter.