About
Laval Weekly – Your English-Language Community Newspaper in Laval
Laval Weekly is a new, inclusive English-language newspaper created to serve the vibrant anglophone community of Laval, Québec. It is published by MCL – Média Communautaire Lavallois, the same nonprofit media organization behind the well-established Média Laval. Together, these two newspapers aim to reflect the full diversity of Laval’s residents by offering trustworthy, community-focused news in both French and English.
A growing need for English News
After more than three years of success with its flagship publication Média Laval, MCL identified a growing demand for local news in English. Laval’s anglophone population, while significant, remained underserved in traditional French-language local media.
Laval Weekly was officially launched in March 2025, following numerous requests and ongoing encouragement from members of the community, local organizations, and English-speaking residents eager to see themselves reflected in local coverage.
The result is a publication built from the ground up to meet that demand. Laval Weekly provides grassroots reporting on local politics, cultural events, economic developments, community initiatives, and environmental concerns—written by a team dedicated to highlighting the real voices and stories shaping life in Laval.
“Creating an English-language publication has become vital because news coverage in this language is not as visible, even though the demand is increasing. With our community-driven vision, we believe we can now serve the entire Laval population even better.”
— Alberto Georgian Mihut, General Director, MCL
About MCL – Média Communautaire Lavallois
MCL is a non profit organization and an active member of the AMECQ (Association des médias écrits communautaires du Québec). Its mission is to produce and share quality information that reflects the social, cultural, political, and economic life of Laval.
Through both Média Laval and Laval Weekly, MCL works to amplify the voices of Laval’s residents particularly those involved in nonprofit work, cultural initiatives, and local activism.
MCL is also the proud recipient of multiple awards for its innovation and social impact:
- Forces Avenir – Local Social Economy Winner (2023)
- Ose Entreprendre – Laval Regional Winner (2023, 2024) and National Finalist
- Graduate of the Enracine Social Economy Incubator (2023) of the Pôle Régional d’Économie Sociale de Laval
MCL reinvests its revenue from advertising services to offer its media coverage for free to the public, staying true to its mission of accessibility and public service.
Our commitment
At Laval Weekly, we believe that local news should be inclusive, accessible, and reflective of the people it serves. By working in synergy with Média Laval, we ensure that no story, community, or language is left behind.
Whether you’re looking for updates on your neighbourhood, local politics, or inspiring initiatives, Laval Weekly is your go-to source for quality journalism in English—rooted in community and powered by purpose.
Contact us: info@mclmedia.ca | info@mclmedialaval.com
Phone: +1 450-720-8899
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