In 2023, the Municipal Council of the City of Dollard-des-Ormeaux passed a resolution vto officially recognize the names of streets within its territory, following a favourable recommendation from the Commission de toponymie du Québec.
This initiative aligns with the mandate of the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which ensures the quality, uniformity and consistency of place names throughout Quebec. Officially recognizing street names helps guarantee consistent use across government documents, mapping systems, emergency services, navigation tools and road signage.
In some cases, this process led to minor adjustments in the official spelling of certain street names, such as the addition of accents, hyphens or the harmonization of specific spelling rules in accordance with Quebec’s toponymic standards.
These changes do not affect civic numbers or properties located on the streets in question. While residents are not required to make immediate changes, we recommend verifying their address with organizations and service providers during their next administrative procedures.
Do I need to take action?
Although many government agencies regularly update their databases based on official records, it is recommended that you verify your address with certain organizations and service providers.
Residents
If necessary, we recommend updating your address with the following organizations and service providers:
- Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ);
- Régie de l’assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ);
- Financial institutions;
- Insurance companies;
- Your employer;
- Service providers (telephone, Internet, television, etc.);
- Educational institutions and other organizations that use your mailing address.
Businesses
Businesses located on the affected streets should also update their address information with their partners, suppliers, financial institutions and any applicable registries.
Frequently asked questions
Name updated in Accordance with the Commission de toponymie du Québec | Name prior to the change |
| Rue d’Albareto | Rue Albareto |
| Rue de l’Alouette | Rue Alouette |
| Rue d’Athènes | Rue Athènes |
| Rue de Barcelone | Rue Barcelone |
| Rue de Calumet | Rue Calumet |
| Avenue Deacon | Rue Deacon |
| Croissant Donnacona | Place Donnacona |
| Rue Hastings | Rue Hasting |
| Rue des Kennebecs | Rue Kennebec |
| Rue de Lisbonne | Rue Lisbonne |
| Rue de Madrid | Rue Madrid |
| Rue du Malard | Rue Malard |
| Rue Maple | Cercle Maple |
| Rue de la Martinique | Rue Martinique |
| Croissant de Mirabel | Croissant Mirabel |
| Rue de Mirabel | Rue Mirabel |
| Rue de Montpellier | Rue Montpellier |
| Rue de Séville | Rue Seville |
| Boulevard Westpark | Rue Westpark |
The Commission de toponymie du Québec is responsible for ensuring consistency in place names across Quebec. As a result, some street names have undergone minor adjustments to comply with official naming standards, including the use of accents, hyphens and certain spelling conventions.
Your address remains essentially the same. Only the official spelling of the street name has been modified.
No. Your civic number remains unchanged.
No. Your postal code remains the same.
No. During a transition period, the previous street name spelling may still be recognized in certain systems. However, we encourage you to use the official spelling to ensure consistency of information.
No. However, we recommend that you verify your address with the organizations and service providers you use regularly and make any necessary updates during your next administrative transaction.
Yes. Postal services will continue to deliver your mail and parcels as usual.
Yes. These changes are intended to ensure the consistent use of addresses across mapping, navigation and emergency response systems.
We recommend that you review the information on file with these organizations and update your address if necessary.
Please consult the list of streets affected by the official recognition of street names, or compare the spelling of your address with the version shown in the most recent municipal documents.
No. Notarial deeds, mortgages and other legal documents that have already been registered remain valid. A change to the official spelling of a street name does not affect any rights associated with your property. However, for future transactions or administrative procedures, it is recommended that you use the new official street name.
