MINUTES — PUBLIC – GATINEAU, HEALTHY CITY COMMISSION (CGVS) – 2nd meeting – March 13, 2025 – 9:03 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
⭐ Notable items (5)
The commission reviewed the previous meeting's minutes and discussed a follow-up letter sent to the Quebec Minister of Health regarding a medical clinic for people with chemical sensitivity syndrome.
The commission discussed winter homelessness measures, the transition to summer planning, and the hiring of a new section chief. The discussion emphasized that long-term solutions rely on affordable housing and community support, with the Office d’habitation de l’Outaouais (OHO) currently working on four housing projects.
The commission discussed preparations for the upcoming Youth Summit on April 25, 2025. Members provided input on key social issues to address, including the impact of social media and artificial intelligence on youth, mental health, social inequalities, and the importance of diversity and inclusion.
The Public Health Department presented its progress report, covering child development, healthy lifestyles, infectious disease prevention, and emergency preparedness. The discussion touched on climate change vulnerability reporting, school-based health initiatives, and upcoming urban planning projects in Aylmer and the downtown area.
The commission reviewed the performance of the 211 information and referral service, noting increased usage and shorter wait times. A new communication strategy for 2025 was presented to increase public awareness through advertising, public events, and targeted outreach to ensure residents know how to access social and community services.
Procedural item to confirm the presence of a quorum and formally open the meeting.
Formal approval of the meeting agenda by the commission members.
Members confirm whether they have any personal or financial interests in the items being discussed.
The commission reviewed the previous meeting's minutes and discussed a follow-up letter sent to the Quebec Minister of Health regarding a medical clinic for people with chemical sensitivity syndrome.
An opportunity for commission members to share news and updates from their respective organizations.
A designated time for members of the public to ask questions; no questions were submitted for this session.
The commission discussed winter homelessness measures, the transition to summer planning, and the hiring of a new section chief. The discussion emphasized that long-term solutions rely on affordable housing and community support, with the Office d’habitation de l’Outaouais (OHO) currently working on four housing projects.
The commission discussed preparations for the upcoming Youth Summit on April 25, 2025. Members provided input on key social issues to address, including the impact of social media and artificial intelligence on youth, mental health, social inequalities, and the importance of diversity and inclusion.
The Public Health Department presented its progress report, covering child development, healthy lifestyles, infectious disease prevention, and emergency preparedness. The discussion touched on climate change vulnerability reporting, school-based health initiatives, and upcoming urban planning projects in Aylmer and the downtown area.
The commission reviewed the performance of the 211 information and referral service, noting increased usage and shorter wait times. A new communication strategy for 2025 was presented to increase public awareness through advertising, public events, and targeted outreach to ensure residents know how to access social and community services.
No additional items were discussed under this section.
Announcement of the next commission meeting scheduled for June 19, 2025, and an inter-commission meeting on May 30, 2025.
Formal adjournment of the meeting.