Extension of the gas network from Saint-Rémi to Sainte-Clotilde

Work is performed between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, from early July to early December 2019, with the exception of statutory holidays. As always, Énergir intends to make every effort necessary to minimize any inconvenience this work might cause.

Those wishing to be connected to the network can contact Énergir (1 844 483-1313). Any connection must be analyzed in order to ensure its profitability, both for the customer and for Énergir.
Our development teams have been working in the field in recent months to support potential customers.

Énergir favours the installation of pipelines in municipal rights-of-way, but in some cases there are constraints that prevent it. In such cases, agreements have been reached with land owners to negotiate a permanent easement for the pipelines or a temporary one to install equipment during the work.

The work will be carried out sequentially to minimize impacts on the entire project route.
In general, for streets affected by the work, at least one lane in the opposite direction will remain open and appropriate signage will be put in place. In addition, dedicated staff will direct traffic and ensure the safe travel of road users. Where required, detours have also been planned.

For narrower streets, only local traffic will be permitted. However, on a daily basis, a segment of these streets will have to be temporarily closed, even to local traffic, to allow the safe descent of the gas line. This task is planned to be carried out within 2 hours on a daily basis, unless there is an exceptional situation, such as the forecast of heavy rainfall, which could affect closing times for security reasons.

Residents affected by the work done on their street will receive a letter to inform them more precisely of the impacts to be expected and the measures implemented to mitigate them.

This work is carefully planned, monitored and performed by our engineering and construction teams. Evaluations are also conducted so as to address specific concerns.
The risks of this type of work are no different from those found on any construction site. The “natural gas” factor only comes into play at the very end of the work, when the new pipeline is put into service. This type of work is performed regularly by our teams, who are trained in the use of safe procedures.
Our technical specifications, the current standards we comply with, and our best practices are all guarantee that these risks are reduced to their minimum.
In the event of an emergency, we are trained to respond quickly and effectively so as to resolve any type of situation.