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Montreal's Pothole Hero: Saad Tekiout's Free Repairs

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Saad Tekiout, a Montreal landscaper, repairs potholes in his free time, gaining online attention and inspiring a paving company to join in. Despite the citys responsibility, locals debate the role of citizens in street repairs.

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Montreal's Pothole Hero: Saad Tekiout's Free Repairs

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It's April 28th. This is Canada News Today, local news powered by AI. In Montreal, Saad Tekiyot is out there fixing potholes for free in his spare time, dodging flat tires on his daily drive. This landscaper boss has patched up two to three holes a day over the past month, all on his own dime and clock. His video asking folks to send potholes spots blew up online, pulling in hundreds of tips, he prioritizes the big ones and helps elders first. But the mayor chimed in on Instagram, saying thanks for the heart, but it's the city's job, with crews already hustling on repairs from the old, Adam and mess. Locals are split some cheer, Saad as a real one stepping up when tires pop daily. Others say it's funny, but Saad insisting taxpayers foot that bill. Not citizens. Now a paving company jumped in, using leftover asphalt to fix holes in the machine for free Tuesday morning, inspired by the buzz and eyeing city gigs. Saad's all in, aiming to smooth out every street in Montreal, and welcoming anyone with

tools to roll up and join the fix.

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