Approve the agreement, ending December 31, 2025, with Société écocitoyenne de Montréal for the implementation of a Trottibus, a walking escort service allowing primary school students to get to school safely, and grant a contribution of $35,635 as part of the Social Development Financial Support Fund

This decision approves an agreement with the Société écocitoyenne de Montréal, effective until December 31, 2025. The agreement focuses on the implementation of a "Trottibus" program within the Ville-Marie borough. A Trottibus is a supervised walking escort service designed to ensure the safe travel of primary school students to and from school. This initiative aims to promote active transportation, enhance child safety, and foster a sense of community among students and parents. A contribution of $35,635 has been granted from the Social Development Financial Support Fund to facilitate the establishment and operation of this program. The Société écocitoyenne de Montréal will be responsible for coordinating the Trottibus service, including organizing escorts, managing routes, and ensuring the safety of participating children. This project aligns with the borough's objectives of promoting safe routes to school and supporting sustainable transportation options.

This is a services contract in the education and training, social protection and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Primary Education and Urban Mobility. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 35,635.

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