Noise

Last updated July 14, 2021
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Wondering if your neighbour is allowed to carry out renovation work during the evening? Want to file a noise complaint? Find out what you need to know.

In Montréal, there are regulations that apply to sound nuisances. You can file a complaint if you observe a failure to comply with the by-law.

Learn more about the by-law concerning noise

In Montréal, it is prohibited, at any time of day or night, to disturb people in a dwelling or a public place by making noise. It is also prohibited to use firecrackers and pyrotechnics, with the exception of fireworks authorized by a borough council.

Specific regulations apply to noise caused by construction sites, renovation work, groundskeeping and heavy vehicle traffic. These regulations vary from one borough to the next.

Learn about the by-law

File a complaint

The organization to contact to file a complaint varies, depending on the borough in which you live and the type of noise disturbance.

Air conditioners and heat pumps

In order to file a complaint concerning noise from an air conditioner or a heat pump, please contact 311.

Air or rail transport

If your complaint concerns an air corridor, please contact Aéroports de Montréal at 514-633-3351. 

 

If it concerns a different type of aircraft, a blimp, a helicopter or a drone, please contact Transport Canada at 1-800-305-2059 or at [email protected]. 

 

If it concerns train noise, please contact Canadian National at 1-888-888-5909 or Canadian Pacific at 1-800-766-7912.

Celebrations, outdoor events, vehicles

Local noise

Residential renovation work, work sites

Construction noise

Music from a bar, restaurant terrace, performance hall

Noise from a business

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