Wild parsnip - Ville de Kirkland

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2026-07-13

July 13, 2026 – Water Service Interruption AND Boil Water Advisory for Place du Souvenir

July 13, 2026 – Water Service Interruption AND Boil Water Advisory for Place du Souvenir

2026-07-13

July 13, 2026 - Water Service Interruption AND Boil Water Advisory for certain addresses on Edmond Street

July 13, 2026 - Water Service Interruption AND Boil Water Advisory for certain addresses on Edmond Street

2026-07-13

Possible colored water and drop in water pressure in the Timberlea sector - Week of July 13 to 17

Water system pressure testing will be conducted throughout the Timberlea sector from July 13 to July 17, 2026, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

2026-07-03

Boil-water advisory still in effect for Aesop, Allard, Derome, Edmond, Pasquini, Massabni, Renaud and du Souvenir streets

Boil-water advisory still in effect for Aesop, Allard, Derome, Edmond, Pasquini, Massabni, Renaud and du Souvenir streets

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2026-07-09

Roadway Rehabilitation – Sainte-Marie East Overpass

Roadway Rehabilitation on Sainte-Marie East Overpass, from July 9 to 21, 2026.

2026-06-30

Complete closure of Kirkland Boulevard, between Allancroft and Beacon streets

Complete closure of Kirkland Boulevard, between Allancroft and Beacon streets, from July 6 to 10.

2026-06-29

Reconfiguration of the merge lane onto Saint-Charles Boulevard South at the Sainte-Marie Road East intersection

Reconfiguration of the merge lane onto Saint-Charles Boulevard South at the Sainte-Marie Road East intersection, starting June 29.

2026-06-22

Road Rehabilitation – Hymus Boulevard

Road Rehabilitation on Hymus Boulevard, between Saint-Charles Boulevard and Sainte-Marie Road, from June 29 to July 13, 2026.

2026-06-22

Road Rehabilitation – Château-Kirkland Street

Road Rehabilitation on Château-Kirkland Street, between Jacques-Chan and Discepola streets, from June 22 to mid-July.

2026-06-15

Road Reconstruction – Place du Souvenir, Aesop St., Allard St., Derome St., Pasquini St.

Road Reconstruction: Place du Souvenir, Aesop St., Allard St., Derome St., Pasquini St. More details...

2026-06-01

Road Reconstruction – Beaubois Street

Road Reconstruction on Beaubois Street. More details...

2026-05-19

Watermain Rehabilitation work - Calais Street

Watermain rehabilitation work by structural lining

2026-05-04

Watermain Rehabilitation work - Montague, Charlevoix & Sutton streets

Watermain rehabilitation work by structural lining

Wild parsnip

The wild parsnip or poison parsnip is an invasive plant of the same family as the giant hogweed. Upon contact with the skin, chemicals contained in sap react to the sunlight, causing redness or serious burns. It is therefore important to know how to recognize the wild parsnip to avoid contact with it.

Identifying the wild parsnip

  • Grows up to 1.5 m tall
  • The simple stem has a width of 2 to 5 centimetres, with few hairs and a soft surface
  • The compound leaves are arranged in pairs, with sharply toothed leaflets that look like mittens
  • Its yellowish-green flowers form umbrella-shaped clusters with a width of 10 to 20 centimetres
  • The seeds are flat and round

What to do after contact with the plant?

  • Wash the affected area with soap;
  • Rince abundantly with clear water;
  • Carefully wash your hands;
  • Avoid contact to light from the affected area.

How to remove the wild parsnip?

It is important to protect all the parts of your body before beginning the removal of the wild parsnip, including covering your face and eyes. After the removal, clean the tools that were used as well as clothes and gloves, by turning them inside out.

The ideal moment to eliminate manually the wild parsnip is during spring, when the ground is humid. With the help of a round shovel or a spade, pull it out by removing as mush of the taproot as possible. It will then be essential to do a regular follow-up to avoid any regrowth.

To remove larger infestations (dense stands), you will likely need a professional.

For more information

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