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t is with deep sadness that the employees and volunteers of the West Island Palliative Care Residence, the Montreal Institute for Palliative Care, and their respective boards confirm the passing of their co-founder Teresa Dellar, M.S.C., MSW, PSW, FT. The entire palliative care community of greater Montreal, Canada and beyond is mourning the loss of our leader from a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 58, on August 19, 2019. Our thoughts are with Teresa’s husband, sons, parents, brothers and sisters, and extended family during this difficult time.

“This morning, we lost a true angel. Teresa was a pioneer and an incredible ambassador for the palliative care community and we are deeply saddened by her premature passing,” said Allan Van der Wee, President, Operations Board of the Residence. “Teresa touched so many lives and had a huge impact on all of us - employees, volunteers, friends, patients, families and the community at large. She leaves an immeasurable mark on palliative care in our community. We will miss her beyond words.”

“Teresa’s passion and commitment were second to none. She had a vision over 20 years ago to start a hospice so that families could be close to their loved ones as they lived out their final days.

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our her vision,” said Robert Havill, President, Foundation Board of the Residence. “Thanks to her relentless passion and indomitable spirit, the Residence has cared for over 4,400 patients and over 17,000 of their family members. Teresa gave the dying a voice and the dignity they deserve.”

Teresa co-founded the Residence with then MNA Russell Williams in 1998. The need for the Residence grew out of her concern for terminally ill patients who had to be transferred downtown in their final days, away from their community and loved ones. She has been celebrated for her many achievements over the last 19 years and recognized for her contribution to palliative care in the West Island community, as well as her acknowledged leadership role in the field throughout Canada. For further information about Teresa’s life, please refer to the attached biography.

Teresa is survived by her husband, Gavin Fernandes and their two sons, Jonathan and Nicholas. She also leaves behind her extended family and a large community of friends and colleagues.

The information regarding her funeral will be available as soon as possible on the Residence’s website at www.wipcr.ca.

About the West Island Palliative Care Residence The West Island Palliative Care Residence is an independent, non-profit organization that provides services free of charge to

patients and their families.

The Residence receives one-third of its annual operational budget from the Quebec government and relies on community support and fundraising activities to raise the balance of more than 3.8 million dollars each year. With its 23 beds, the Residence is the largest freestanding palliative care facility in Canada and is recognized as a leader in its field. For more information, go to: PalliativeCareResidence.com About the Montreal Institute for Palliative Care The Montreal Institute for Palliative Care is a branch of the West Island Palliative Care Residence, Canada’s largest freestanding palliative care residence, acknowledged as a leader and centre of excellence for palliative care. Approximately 70 % of Canadians do not have access to comprehensive, quality palliative care. Its mission is to extend the benefits of best-in-class palliative care to as many patients and families as possible through education, knowledge exchange and research. Our ultimate goal is to increase access to palliative care for all Canadians and to continuously improve the quality of the care provided. For more information, go to: Montreal Institute for Palliative Care August 24, 2019 •

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etail commerce is in trouble, we have known that for some time: small stores especially, have difficulty competing with big ones. However, even big stores are now facing problems. Those of some age may still remember that what is now the

Mayor Plante also anticipated some possible moves on the part of the city: "I'm thinking about lowering the taxes like we did during the last budget, which is something that was asked for a very long time, so we decided, okay we hear you," said the Mayor.

In the past, the city had already announced palliative measures for those stores affected by the major works taking place on Ste. Catherine Street, something similar (although insufficient, claimed many store owners in the area) was done on St. Laurent Boulevard a few years ago. This program amounts to a total of 25 million and will run until 2021.

By Sergio Martinez Although some would say that the city's remtltimes.ca sponse to this problem is coming somehow late, it Banque Scotia Cinema is better than nothing. As used to be Simpson's, a stated by the different department store, and stakeholders, the crisis of that one block east retail commerce requires Two empty stores on Ste. Catherine Street W. The rate of vacant commercial space is between Eaton's was another place some action on the part to buy clothes, domestic 10 to 15 per cent, according to the City of Montreal of the city, especially on appliances, and even have the tax front. However, attention of the City of streets.

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January a nice afternoon tea. Of some regulations regardMontreal and Mayor Vashe mentioned St-Laurent will consist of three 2020, holding of public course, technology in the ing commercial rentals lerie Plante, who this Boulevard, Ste-Catherine stages: 1.

September to consultations. form of online shopping and the speculation on Monday announced the Street and St-Denis December 2019, diagnosBesides this consultahas played an important the part of real estate role in the disappearance call for public consulta- Street. Indeed the areas tics of the current situa- tion process that should corporations are necestions on the issue.

"Comwhere the problem has tion and analysis of the give the opportunity to of many stores. According mercial arteries play a reached a higher dimenpractices to deal both, the merchants, who sary, something that may to a City of Montreal's fundamental role in the vi- sion and, in the case of best with the problem, 2. De- are the main interested require the intervention press release, the vacancy tality of neighbourhoods Ste. Catherine, it may still cember 2019, presenta- party in this situation, but of other levels of governrate in the most impor- and in the economic de- get worse once the over- tion of documents for the also the general public, ment too. tant commercial streets velopment of the metrop- haul of the water pipes fluctuates between 10 to olis" said Ms. Plante, underneath the street ex15 per cent. adding that "they are at tends to its most popular However, the factors the centre of our admin- commercial sector, west that have contributed to istration's concerns" and, of McGill College Ave. the decline of the tradi- therefore, the city must The consultations on tional shop are multiple. face the problem of the the commercial vacancy A recent report by Global high rate of empty stores that will be launched by MONTREAL - According to industry prospective buyers away altogether.

News quoted Simon Gau- in many of our principal the city's Economic De- experts, there are over 33 physical probIn most cases, you can make a reasondreault, senior director of lems that will come under scrutiny durable pre- inspection yourself if you know national research for the ing a home inspection when your home Canadian Federation of is for sale. A new report has been pre- what you're looking for, and knowing Independent Business, pared which identifies the eleven most what you're looking for can help you who mentioned high common of these problems, and what prevent little problems from growing property taxes and roadyou should know about them before you into costly and unmanageable ones. work on commercial list your home for sale.

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REM addresses TMR's concerns - will cover part of tracks with park Canora AMT - Wikipedia by Mtlfiredude

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ack in October of 2018, Town of Mount-Royal residents were up in arms concerning the new REM station that could see over 500 of the networks' trains running daily

through the center of their town. The line will send trains through TMR about 20 hours per day, coming from Deux-Montagnes, Mascouche, Trudeau airport and the West Island. During the rush hours, trains will pass every 2.5 minutes, 6 hours per day and at other times every 5 minutes from 5:00AM to 1:00AM.

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Residents were concerned about noise and the tracks dividing the town.TMR Mayor Philippe Roy had suggested they entrench the tracks and even cover all 1.8 kilometres of it.

At a press conference today, those concerns were addressed - with the REM taking a big step forward in helping to resolve

the issue.Although the 1.8 kilometres first suggested

by Mayor Roy came up short, the REM did agree to cover a 150 metre section between the two road bridges (Graham and Cornwall) at the center of town and make it into a new public space - facilitating movement from one side of the railway track to the other.

“It's a great day for Mount Royal. Successive municipal governments have dreamed of uniting the eastern and western sectors of the town center for several decades. With this public square, we are literally creating a new citizen space in the heart of Mount Royal. We intend to integrate it as well as possible into our garden city and make it an extraordinary place,” said Roy. “The arrival of the REM is the starting point of a new transportation paradigm based on increased travel capacity and fluidity," explained Harout Chitilian, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs and Development of CDPQ Infra. "This type of transformation also rep-

resents an opportunity for the municipalities. The collaboration between Town of Mount Royal and CDPQ Infra is an excellent example, where we were able to seize an historic opportunity and create urban developments integrated above a century-old railway track that split in two the core of Town of Mount Royal.”

TMR will contribute to the initiative by investing $6.5 million.As for CDPQ Infra, adjustments were made to the project and they have found a way to keep their share of the costs at $6.3 billion. The details of the agreement include: - The Creation of a park between the Graham and Cornwall bridges.

- The junction of the public space is planned to be in front of the entrance of the future Mount-Royal station at Graham bridge, to create a sense of harmony and fluidity.

- Removal of the walkway planned for the intersection of Lazard and Jasper avenues (the walkway has been removed from the reference project due to the challenges of integrat-

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ing it and because of the opportunity to create more effective connections a little farther east).

- The new space will be more strategically located in relation to the main streets and the Town’s core.

- During the construction period and up to the opening of the permanent lines, a temporary walkway will be installed at the intersection of Lazard and Jasper avenues in order to maintain access to the area.

- CDPQ Infra will continue to be the owner of the park and be responsible for maintaining it over the coming years.

- The Town of Mount Royal will be responsible for developing the park; different development scenarios can be envisioned (park, square or plaza) to optimize integration with the Town’s core.

“It will become a public space, and I think all citizens will be very happy with this,” Mayor Roy concluded. “This is a first step, and it opens the door to recovering other sectors of the tracks."

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REM launching gantries - a first in Quebec

OF PUBLIC UTILITIES. Before construction beBy Bonnie Wurst gins, all of the public utilimtltimes.ca ties (pipelines, buried electrical wires, etc.) t is hard to miss, espealong the REM route have to be moved to ensure cially if you travel along their integrity remains inHighway 40 in the tact. This painstaking West Island. Located at process is carried out in the back of the parking lot close collaboration with at the Fairview Pointe the various suppliers such Claire mall, a gargantuan as Hydro-Québec and Énsized machine, an enorergir. mous yellow beam, seems STEP 2: PILE DRIVING. to hang in the air. It is The elevated structure’s called a 'launching gantry' columns and stations have and its job is to put the to be firmly anchored in pieces of the REM’s elethe ground. It is therefore necessary to drive foundation piles into the ground all along the route (14.5 km) to reinforce the ground that will bear the structures’ weight.

STEP 3: COLUMN CONSTRUCTION. 366 columns have to be built for the 14.5 km of elevated structure – that is an average of one column every 30 to 40 metres. As of last June, a hundred Prefabricated Concrete Segments being columns have been comdelivered and placed- Photo REM pleted or are under construction on the West vated structure together, by sliding them up against Island. one piece at a time - one another to form the STEP 4: PREFABRISEGMENT slowly but steadily build- deck where the REM’s rail CATED cars will run.

Because the CONSTRUCTION AND ing the foundation of the segments are 'launched' DELIVERY. Workers at network.

It is one of two launch- one after the other, it ex- BPDL’s plant in Saint-Euing gantries, with the plains why they are called gène-de-Grantham, near other assembling the 'launching gantries'. It Drummondville, are in the structure between the takes about two days to process of prefabricating Technoparc Montréal in cover the 30 to 40 metre 4,102 concrete segments.

Ville Saint-Laurent to the distance between two STEP 5: ASSEMBLY midway point, which is at columns. Once a span is USING A LAUNCHING Fairview Pointe-Claire. complete, the beam is GANTRY. Everything is From there the remaining moved forward to the ready - launching gantries section up to Sainte- next two columns where 'Marie' (after Marie Curie Anne-de-Bellevue will be the process is repeated, Street in the Technoparc) built.The beams are being ensuring things continue and 'Anne' (nickname for installed between the to move forward expedi- Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue) are set into action! Incolumns that will support tiously.

STAGES OF THE CONstalled between two the almost 10-kilometre structure - and if you had STRUCTION OF THE columns, these gigantic the opportunity to get ELEVATED STRUCTURE: beams hoist the prefabriclose enough to them, STEP 1: RELOCATION cated segments into the you would understand the magnitude of the work.

Each beam is 105 metres long and will support up to 550 tons. It is a colossal undertaking and the first time launching gantries have ever been used in Quebec.

If you have not seen them in action, this is how it works: Prefabricated concrete segments, weighing in at approximately 50 tons each, are lifted up by the extremely powerful launching gantry.

Then they are positioned

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air and assemble them one after the other. (As mentioned above, it takes two days on average to erect one span to cover the 30 to 40 metres distance between two columns).

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STEP 6: STATION CONSTRUCTION. *This phase will begin later in 2022, once the elevated structure is complete. It will take another several months to build the wood and glass stations, to revi-

talize the sites (public and green spaces around the stations) and complete the access roads.To watch the gantries in action go to: https://www.facebook.com/REMgrandmtl/v ideos/609949082839881

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Ecologists celebrate creation of the Grand Parc De L’ouest Sue Stacho with a map of the new urban park. ©John Symon

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nvironmentalists had something to celebrate on August 16 at a press conference beside Montreal City Hall.They turned out to show support for recent announcements by Mayor Valérie Plante to create the largest urban park in Canada.

The proposed park will comprise some 3,000 hectares (30 square kilometres) on Montreal’s West Island and on Ile Bizard, incorporating

some existing parks as well as threatened green spaces. The L’Anse-àl’Orme Corridor, the backbone of this new park, will finally be relieved of the threat of massive urban development.

“Some of us have been working to see this for 30 years,” said Helena Fletcher, a painter. She spoke of how some of those working to save these green spaces have died; others have faced di-

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vorces, probably caused by the struggle to save a little bit of nature. “Life is not easy for activists.”

containing many rare species. He spoke about the misinformed notion that we must destroy and build upon nature, but that green spaces “have hidden value for ensuring pollination, carbon sequestration, and flood control.”

Paradis spoke about how some 80 percent of Canadians live in urban areas, putting great pressure on nearby green spaces. Montreal compares poorly, however, to other urban areas in terms of the percentage of its land area that is proBy John Symon tected. Toronto, Calgary, New York and Oslo (Normtltimes.ca way) have all protected Campbell Stuart, a more or much of their lawyer long associated territory. She mentioned with environmental that preserving green causes, was the master of space has now been found ceremonies. He intro- important for maintaining duced Jérome Dupras (a human health. biologist and musician Was it a coincidence with Les Cowboys that bagpipes started playfringants), Sophie Paradis ing in the background (Quebec director of the when Stacho took the miWorld Wildlife Fund), and crophone? She was the Sue Stacho (a school- star of the show. The teacher and founder of movement to create this Sauvons l’Anse à l’Orme). big park started 4 years Dupras described the ago in Stacho’s backyard area of the proposed park when she and a handful of as “an ecological site of other environmentalists exceptional importance” took up what they feared

was “a hopeless cause.”

“This is what happens when passionate people link up with forwardthinking leaders,” declared a happy Stacho. She praised Plante’s “audacious gesture” but called upon another park now to be created in the East on the Anjou Golf Course.

After the press conference, Al Hayek of Les Amis du Parc Meadowbrook told The Times that, in 2004, a survey showed some 80 percent of Greater Montreal residents thought it was important to save natural milieu. “Now, (the Plante) administration is listening.”

Echoing what Hayek said, David Fletcher of the Green Coalition believes that there is a good likelihood the park will be created so long as the issue stays in the public eye. He also hopes that voters in upcoming elections remember their obligation to vote for those not yet born. “We are facing rampant, ill-conceived development. Of what use is economics when our planet is collapsing?”

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Various studies have one million Canadians infections. Psychologically, who suffer from it. The it can also lead to a reluc- evaluated this method's medical condition con- tance to hold hands, cause effectiveness at between sists of excessive perspi- anxiety, social ostraciza- 92 and 100%. Contraindiration, or sweating--above tion, and even depression. cations are listed in the and beyond what is Hyperhidrosis can affect product literature and inneeded to keep the body patients physically, men- clude pregnancy or using cool. The hands, under- tally, and socially. But many a heart pacemaker. are too shy to talk “Dermadry is an all-natarms, and feet are typically people about this,” explains ural, non-invasive, needleaffected, but other parts Mathieu Mireault, sales difree, and drug-free of the body can be, too. rector at Dermadry. treatment option that has “Hyperhidrosis is a Dermadry is a Mon- revolutionized conven-

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“Our machines are making a winning video ment. Dermadry only requires the addition of tap guaranteed for year, but about their hyperhidrosis water, which has made in- are expected to work for story. “Be creative! You jections, aluminum-con- 5 years. The cost per can talk, dance, sing, act, or taining antiperspirants, treatment can thus be do anything in your video and prescription medica- ridiculously low. Initially, that showcases your inditions for excessive sweat- perhaps 3 to 5 treatments viduality!” reads the webare required per week, site. The contest ends ing a thing of the past.”

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Urban art, music, dance, and fashion on show at Montreal's 19th Edition Fashion Design Festival

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nary performances, and street dance competitions. Now in its 19th year, the FMD is a stunning showcase of the creations of some of the biggest names in Quebec fashion, as well as up-andcoming designers and performing artists. Created and produced by Groupe Sensation Mode the free outdoor shows will take place in the Quartiers des spectacles from Aug 2124.

One of its signature events is LaSalle College's show Exuberance directed by David Strasburg and choreographed by Dave St. Pierre with Natasha Filiatrault's

By Deborah Rankin dancers. The show commemorates the 60th anmtltimes.ca niversary of the artistic genres together? renowned fashion and deThe Montreal Fashion sign institute based in Design Festival (FMD) Montreal, Quebec. The does just that by provid- college which offers both ing an urban lifestyle plat- vocational and pre-univerform with an eclectic sity courses has a strong array of fashion shows, international focus. Gianni music shows, multidiscipli- Falzone and Mike Derderian, two 2005 alumni who ontreal has long been a fashion hub and center of creativity in North America.What better way to celebrate Montreal's elan than to present our talent in one venue that brings diverse

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created the label Pavoni have seen their creations worn by high-profile celebrities such as Katy Perry, Gergie, Shakira, Miranda Lambert, Celine Dion, Mariah Carrey, Nelly Furtado, Kelly Minogue, and Carrie Underwood. In 2014, LaSalle College won 4 prizes out of 5 at the Telio Design Competition.

Whether it's luxury brands or creations of newcomers, FMD's fashion shows will have something for everyone. The style of Yung_Alexander, Robert Atelier, Ève Gravel, and Guillaum Chaigne will be on display.

La Vie en Rose, Alton Gray, Bikini Village, Complexe Desjardins, Vincent D’Amérique, Elena Wang, and Dynamite will present their collections in largescale shows. In addition to the usual parade of stunningly beautiful models strutting their stuff on the catwalk, there's a knockout show in store for the gents.Vincent d’Amérique will unveil its latest collab-

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oration with Quebec icon, Georges St-Pierre.

Based on a mixed martial arts theme this is a collection tailored with care for movement and comfort.

RELUXE, an initiative by the Fondation Le Chaînon, will bring to the stage well-known personalities to show off gentlyused luxury clothing and accessories. These items will be on sale to benefit the foundation which helps women in difficulty.

“Incluses”, a joint project of fashionista twins Josiane & Carolane Stratis with Xavier Laruelle highlights their vision of inclusive fashion.

Local designers will showcase their 5-piece collections worn by women of all sizes who will be walking down the runway.

Cary Tauben, CAFA's (Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards) ‘Stylist of the Year', will present a collection of on-trend looks featuring one-of-a-kind threads and accessories from Village des Valeurs a big box chain which sells used clothing and recy-

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cled goods throughout Greater Montreal. The Montreal native and avid thrift shopper is partnering with the second-hand retailer to celebrate selfexpression and unique style, while also highlighting how reuse extends the life of clothing and supports our planet.

Montreal-based urban artist Pony MTL a.k.a.

Gabrielle Laïla Tittley will put her unique spin on fashion in the show AU BOUT DU FEEL. Pony is best known for her relationship to Montreal's MURAL Festival and last year put her stamp on Aldo's Mx3 sneaker. At once, witty, and serious, she has a deep connection to her Millennial audience. Her artistic statements go beyond pop-culture and a 'cool' look reaching into the terrain of social commentary.

The FMD is partnering this year with Danse Danse in an exclusive event that explores the relationship between fashion and dance. In this first-

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of-a-kind performance, Danse Danse features the collaboration of Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal and the internationally-known brand, Sarah Pacini, styled by Quebec creator, Philippe Dubuc. These contemporary designs cut from luxurious fabrics will come alive with the energetic movements of 14 dancers. This unprecedented production is a preview of BJM’s newest creation, on show at Place des Arts from October 2 to 5.

There's lots more to experience at the FMD beyond spectacular entertainment and the festive atmosphere of the Quartier des spectacles as summer slowly winds down. The FMD promises to be a vital meeting place where Montreal 'creatives' and international creators can come together to share their passions, talents, and insights, exchanging ideas and exploring new opportunities.

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New student housing npens near McGill; CAMPUS1 MTL is like a ‘Boutique Hotel’ Campus1 MTL basketball court - Fitness centre

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ontreal is justifiably proud of its four university campuses close to downtown, they attract some 35,000 international students a year, not to mention many more from

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elsewhere in Quebec and from other provinces. A new housing option for this crowd is now available; it should please both the students and their parents.

“We spent about $120 million purchasing and converting the former

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Holiday Inn on Sherbrooke Street West,” says David Lehberg, CEO and founder of Knightstone Capital Management.

“This created 886 curated rooms; we expect to house 886 students by our second year of operation.”

The new facility, CAMPUS1 MTL, includes such amenities as unlimited high-speed Internet, 24/7 security, an arcade and games lounge, a movie theatre, laundry facilities, 24 hour study cubicles, conference rooms, a basketball court, and an 'allyou-care-to-eat' dining program.

The location is so close to McGill that two lecture theatres for the university were built on the second floor of CAMPUS1 MTL. It is also within easy walking distance of Concordia or UQAM and a close commute to the l’Université de Montréal.

Lehberg, originally from Montreal’s West Island, graduated from McGill in 1984 and now lives in Toronto. He explains the

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genesis of how he “stumbled” into the student housing market: “I delivered my daughter to McConnell residences for her first year at McGill in 2009, but couldn’t believe the sorry state of the buildings, which were unchanged since the 1980s. Universities had no access to capital to build or upgrade residences; Canada was falling behind in its ability to attract foreign students because of this state of disrepair. I

thought that picking up this gap is good business and would further Canadian education.”

Knightstone Capital now has four student residences open across Canada and more in the pipeline. Lehberg says he works closely with universities and delivers what he promises. He also speaks highly of his staff.

“We adhere to the university’s ethics code, no smoking of anything is allowed in the building; you

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At the Parkside facility in Toronto, municipal authorities told Lehberg that he was not obligated to upgrade the fire safety standards for that former hotel built in 1974.

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ver 100 golfers enjoyed exceptional weather on Monday August 5 and teed-off at the Beaconsfield Golf Club in Pointe-Claire in support of the Old Brewery Mission’s 16th Annual Ken Reed Golf Tournament, presented by The Tenaquip Foundation. The event raised a record $261,905 to help end chronic homelessness in Montreal.

Matthew Pearce, CEO of the Old Brewery Mission, says the funds will go beyond providing nutritious meals and a safe place to sleep for homeless men and women.

“We’re proud to say that by collaborating with other organizations, we’ve created a continuum of services that gives people direct access to the re-

sources they need to leave homelessness behind for good” says Pearce. “Everyone who has contributed to the golf tournament today is a part of that.”

The tournament’s Chair, Paula Shannon, says she was thrilled to be part of an event that represents 16 years of people and organizations joining together to keep an important organization like the Mission open and available to over 3,000 homeless men and women in Montreal. “I’ve seen first-hand the impact of the Mission’s work— and it’s impressive! They provide an open door, 24/7, to our city’s homeTournament Highlights less men and women, as After a sunny day on the well as offer individual counselling and a range of greens, golfers attended health services tailored to an evening hosted by veteran sports reporter and their specific needs.” media personality Paul

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Graif. Guest speaker and former Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force, Lieutenant General (ret.) Yvan Blondin delivered heartfelt remarks about the Mission’s impact on homeless veterans. A video showing the story of Mario, a veteran who is no longer homeless thanks to the Old Brewery Mission, left no one unmoved.

Later, guests were treated to live musical performances by Montreal-based band The Old Mills, playing a mix of oldies and pop hits, reinvented with their unique

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Warm thanks to the Organizing Committee: Chair, Paula Shannon, Fraser Baird, Stéphanie Gilbert, Courtney Legault, Jack Malric, Michael Owston, Jim Wilson, and past bluesy-country sound. chair, Jim Ross; with the Prizes up for grabs at support of the Mission the silent and live auctions included gift certificates, team, notably, David weekend getaways, luxury Leduc, Paula Van Den and sports items, cour- Bosch and Catheryn tesy of Mr. André Des- Bergeron.

Since 2003, the Annual marais and Mrs. France Chrétien Desmarais, Ken Reed Golf TournaPower Corporation, the ment has raised nearly 3 Saputo family, Montreal million dollars for the Old Impact, Air Transat and Brewery Mission. many others.

The Old Brewery MisAbout the Old Brewery sion wishes to thank its Mission donors, notably The Established in Montreal Tenaquip Foundation, since 1889, the Old BrewGladstone Investment ery Mission is the largest Corporation, J. Sonic resource for homeless Services, Montship Inc., men in Quebec and for Zakuta Family Foundation homeless women in Canada. The Mission provides life-saving emergency services, as well as adapted physical and mental health programs, affordable housing options, psychosocial support, community outreach and research. Aimed at eliminating chronic homelessness in Montreal, our person-centred approach puts a strong focus on rapid re-housing and helps over 4,000 homeless people each year to rebuild their lives. For more information visit www.oldbrewerymission.ca.

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s more work begins on the Ilea u x - To u r t e s Bridge, drivers can expect some traffic lanes to be closed beginning this week with more starting in September.The bridge, which connects the west end of the Montreal Island and the Vaudreuil-Dorion area via HWY 40, was built in 1965. It is in bad shape and in constant need of upkeep and repairs until the new bridge, announced by the CAQ in December of 2018, is open. (The previous Liberal government did have the project listed as 'under study' in their 2015-2025 plans, but nothing had been confirmed before they left office).

On Monday August 19th, the Quebec Transport Ministry announced the work this week on the bridge will force partial closures at night in order to bring machinery to the worksite. Beginning in September, heading West over the bridge, all three lanes will be open between 2:00pm and 7:00pm on weekdays, but drivers can expect only two lanes open outside of those hours. Heading East into Montreal, all three lanes will be open between Midnight and Noon, and from 9:00pm to Midnight - with only two lanes open outside of those hours as well. Although exact dates were not given, repair work will continue right through Winter until Spring 2020.

An inspection done by engineers in 2017 revealed cracks in the structure, posing a serious risk of falling concrete - resulting in lanes often having to be closed for urgent repairs.

With over 85,000 cars using the bridge to and from the West Island every day, a new bridge can no longer be delayed.

It will built next to the current one on the north side and is expected to be wider; with 3 lanes for traffic in each direction, a pedestrian lane, bike path and a dedicated bus lane.

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1000 school bags filled with school supplies Sun Youth received as donations were distributed Montreal underprivileged families but at least 1000 more families are on the organization's waiting list.

Sun Youth encourages, individuals, groups and companies to continue collecting and donating school supplies to the organization. Donations can

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THE LIFE AND DEATH OF JOHN F. DONOVAN

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Movie review - By: Sergio Martinez

he most recent film by Xavier Dolan has come out this weekend in Montreal, to mixed reactions we may say. The narrative engages the viewer at both ends of the film: at the beginning, as the story unfolds through the recollections of an adult Rupert Turner (Ben Schnetzer) when being interviewed in a café in Prague by Audrey Newhouse (Thandie Newton); and then again at the end, when the drama seems complete. It is in the middle when things get at times confusing and an excess of characters, many of them irrelevant, make the story lose its focus.

Dolan, a young Quebec filmmaker who has excelled in doing incisive exploration into human emotions, especially those of gay people, and in the relationship between his characters and their mothers, does it again.

Young Rupert (Jacob Tremblay) is a precocious eleven-year-old, who questions the abilities of his mother to raise him.

Sam Turner (Natalie Portman) in turn tries to do her best but is at times

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"The Life and Death of John F. Donovan" reaffirms Xavier Dolan's skills in exploring human emotions and relationships, but is not as interesting as some of his previous works

overcome by the demands of her child, whose aspiration is to become an actor and a writer.TV star John F. Donovan (Kit Harington) for his part also has a complicated relationship with his mother Grace (Susan Sarandon).

Back in 2006, Donovan was Rupert's idol. As soon as the boy got home after school, he would sit in front of the TV to watch Donovan in action.

Rupert decides to write to Donovan, and to his surprise, the actor answers his letter, and that would mark the beginning of a long period of exchanges between the two.

When Rupert, during an oral presentation in class, makes public the exchange between the two, a series of events that would have serious reper-

cussions are unleashed.

Donovan would have a difficult time trying to explain to his agent (Kathy Bates) the situation that has been created after the disclosure of his correspondence with the British boy. However, the movie just leaves to us to imagine the repercussions of the occurrence.

As in previous films, Dolan once more reveals his ability to deal with the complex psychological issues of his characters. But in this case, the story –potentially moving and engaging– tends to lose its appeal due to turns not always justified, which lead at times to an overloaded narration. A film that is interesting to see, but not as good as previous works

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Hélène Deutsch was working as a registered nurse when she noticed she was taking longer to complete her usual tasks.

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formation so that she could face her disease with less anxiety. She will tell anyone that information she obtained on the resources she could access provided her with a solid foundation on which she could build over time.

Last year, Hélène participated in Parkinson Canada SuperWalk in the West Island for the first time and collected over $2,000 making her a Superstar SuperWalker.

“When you support SuperWalk, you are doing so to fund activities and information that make a direct impact on the lives of Canadians living with Parkinson’s,” says Deutsch.

Now, Hélène Deutsch is no longer working as a

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Parkinson’s affects more than 100,000 Canadians, with 25 people being diagnosed every day. The number of diagnoses is expected to increase to 51 daily by 2031. Parkinson’s is one of the fastest growing neurological conditions in the world and also one of the most prevalent neurodegenerative diseases.

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Canada has increased ten times in less than 10 years thanks to tick bites and ticks moving north. As Reid Fiest reports, it no longer matters where you live in the country, ticks have no boundaries.There are more ticks in more parts of Canada now. Experts believe that this could lead to more cases of Lyme Disease.

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t has been the most highly-anticipated literary event not only of this summer, but probably all of 2015. The publication of Harper Lee’s second novel Go Set A Watchman, the “sequel” to her classic Pulitzer Prizewinning novel To Kill A Mockingbird, hasn’t created such excitement over the publication of a book since the launch of the later volumes in the Harry Potter series.

Since its publication in 1960, “Mockingbird” has sold over 40 million copies around the world; and thanks to the Oscar-winning 1962 film adaptation starring Gregory Peck, Atticus Finch, Scout, Jem, Boo Radley and the people of Maycomb, Alabama have

forever been etched in the conscience of its million of readers, especially high school students (like myself) who read the book as part of the curriculum in their English classes.

Which explains the widespread excitement when it was announced that the long-lost manuscript of “Watchman” was discovered in a safe deposit box and was set to be published and released on July 14 of this year. This lead to a two million-copy print run of the book, and became the most pre-ordered book in the near 200-year history of HarperCollins.

And with the publication of the book, its share of controversy went along with it. Many readers expressed disappointment

and dismay with how the much-beloved characters from “Mockingbird” emerged as much less than beloved in “Watchman” (some bookstores even offered refunds for those customers who bought the book, read it and ended up being dissatisfied).And in an excellent cover story in the latest issue of Bloomberg Businessweek magazine, it was alleged that Tonja Carter, a lawyer for the Lee family law firm in Monroeville who is handling Harper Lee’s affairs, manipulated the 89-year-old author -- who is currently living in a Monroeville nursing home and incapacitated by a stroke -- to have the book published without her consent, which many people close to Lee said she didn’t want it published in the first place.

For the multitude of people who have bought “Watchman” and are about to read it, they should fully understand the context and circumstances behind the book’s creation before passing judgement on it, and whether or not it would live up to its muchhyped billing. Lee wrote the book back in 1955, but her publisher rejected the manuscript and asked her

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to write another novel, in which the characters were taken back in time to the 1930s, and were better fleshed out; the end result was “Mockingbird” and the first manuscript didn’t see the light of day until 60 years later.

“Watchman” is set in 1954, at a time when segregation was gradually being pecked away throughout the Deep South thanks to the Brown vs. Topeka Board of Education decision by the U.S. Supreme Court, which effectively made segregation in schools illegal. Scout Finch, whom is referred to throughout most of the narrative by her original name of Jean Louise, is now in her 30s and lives in New York City, and decides to return to her hometown of Maycomb for a vacation to touch base with her family and friends, especially her old flame Henry Clinton (who works as a lawyer in

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So before you go ahead and say it’s a total disappointment and demand your money back, read Go Set A Watchman with a total understanding of the circumstances behind the book that I mentioned in this review; in fact, I recommend that you read (or reread) “Mockingbird” first, in order to reinforce that sense of understanding before you dive into “Watchman”. You may or may not be satisfied with it, but at least you will get a complete portrait of the Finch family of Maycomb, Alabama – warts and all – without seeing it as a much-hyped publicity stunt to garner book sales.

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And that change is shockingly represented with her much adored and wise father Atticus. Much to the surprise of Scout (as well as many readers), the highly revered Atticus Finch does not age well in this story.

He suffers from crippling arthritis and is discovered to be an ardent racist, as Scout discovers some antiNegro literature in his study, as well as the fact that he is a member of the local citizens’ council, which is a notorious racist organization. This begins a chain of events that leaves her quite bitter and disillusioned towards her hometown and her family, which climaxes with a verbally violent confrontation with Atticus towards the end of the story, and is probably one of the most intense, revelatory scenes in the book that will certainly throw the readers for a loop.

Basically, Go Set A Watchman is a story of a sentimental journey gone so wrong, and of a town that just won’t change with an America that is gradually realizing that the Jim Crow ways of the Deep South are fading away, and is making way for the civil rights movement that is on the horizon. Lee specifically requested that if this book

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BLINDED BY THE LIGHT – Inspired by "The Boss"

Javed (Viveik Kalra) is the only son of Malik (Kulvinder Ghir), a Pakistani who had proudly moved with his family to a middle-class neighbourhood.

Malik hopes his boy would be able to become a professional, for that he had encouraged Javed, who has just entered college, to study economics. The young Javed however, has other plans. He gets encouraged by his teacher Ms. Clay (Hayley Atwell), to develop his writing abilities.

But things will not go smoothly for Javed: it is the Britain of the 1980s, with Margaret Thatcher at the helm implementing policies that would cost

thousands of jobs, among them that of Malik's.

Racism is also a problem, and the neo-fascist National Front stages many rallies where Pakistanis are singled out as targets.

It is in the middle of all of this turmoil in his life that thanks to Roops (Aaron Phagura), a fellow student who would later become a close friend, that Javed discovers the music of Bruce Springsteen, and especially the lyrics of his songs. Javed would make of Springsteen's lyrics a sort of counselling voice.

The inspiring music would be of crucial importance in making Javed take control of his own life, and even adventure into a ro-

mantic relationship with Eliza (Nell Williams), a British girl. The film, directed by Gurinder Chadha, integrates in a very successful way the music and lyrics with the dramatic development of the story.

"Blinded by the Light" falls into some sentimentality toward the end, however, it is a movie worth seeing for the values it presents, the role played by the music and songs of The Boss in changing the life of a young Pakistani living in Britain, and the freshness with which the story is presented.

Running time: 117 min.

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Directed by Richard Linklater, this film takes us at first to what it seems an exciting journey, not only to Antarctica where Bee (Emma Nelson) wants to spend Christmas holidays with her parents but also into the complex mind of her mother Bernadette Fox (Cate Blanchett), an award-winning architect who has stopped working for about a decade.

Bernadette's husband, Elgie Fox (Billy Crudup) is a successful businessman who has devoted little time to family affairs, focused instead on his work.

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While until this point the plot maintains the audience interested in Bernadette's psychological condition, after she disappears the story changes into some predictable, sentimental search for a family rapprochement in the harsh and beautiful ambience of Antarctica.

This film would please those who look for a family story with some beautiful images of Antarctica.

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take about 10-11 years for a home in Montreal.

An article appeared in the Montreal Gazette on hether for July 3rd, warning millennim i l l e n n i a l s , als that it may take them the Gen X or 29 years to save for a B a b y home in Canada’s major Boomers, the decision of cities.

The Globe and Mail feawhether to rent or buy a tured an article about this place to live will be based on your financial situation debate, written by a finanand your lifestyle needs. cial portfolio manager The choice you make is Benjamin Felix. He atmade up of 50% financial tempts to offer a “fair” between decisions and 50% lifestyle comparison renting and owning by eschoices. timating the unrecoverFor millennials the main costs of each option. challenge will be on the fi- able His point of view offers nancial side, in terms of af- the comparison from an fordability. With prices in investment perspective.

Montreal increasing in the According to a recent past 2 years, along with tightening of the mort- study by research and adgage rules, coming up with vocacy group Generation a decent down payment Squeeze, it takes the averand qualifying for the age young Canadian 13 mortgage is difficult for years to save for a 20 per cent down payment on an many millennials.

Affordability means that average priced home. you are spending less than That's compared to five 30% of your after-tax in- years for someone of the come on housing cost. In same age and income 1976 it took 25 to 35- bracket in 1976.

I have met baby year-olds about 5 years to boomers who also strugsave for a 20% down paygle with the debate of ment. And now it could renting versus buying,

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however they usually have a bit more disposable income and will decide based on their lifestyle needs.

Let’s look at both sides of the debate from a financial and lifestyle point of view and not necessarily from an investment point of view as many articles tend to focus on.

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- The asset (property) can act as a means of providing lower interest loans (if needed, such as refinancing to pay higher interest debts or a Home Equity Line of Credit for major renovations.)

- Many feel they need the stability of owning, not being evicted or having to “move” every year.

- Some feel that building wealth is secondary to the emotional security of owning a home in a nice neighborhood near good schools.

- Many have been raised within their family’s culture to seek out home ownership as a building foundation to their overall success. (Their parents want them to buy a house and may even help them to do so, because it is important in their culture).

- Once you start a family and have children, owning your own home seems to be easier than finding a 3bedroom home to rent with a yard.

Cons of Ownership: - Out of pocket expenses such as the onetime Transfer Taxes - Out of pocket expenses such as closing costs when purchasing - Out of pocket expenses for municipal and school taxes (yearly) - Out of pocket expenses for cost of mainte-

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nance and repairs (about 1-3% of the value of the home yearly).

- Costs of breaking your mortgage early if selling - Added responsibility of managing and maintaining the property over time.

- Mortgage payments may fluctuate depending on interest rates and market Pros of Renting: - If you are disciplined enough, you can use after tax income to invest in the stock market, which some say yield higher returns than real estate.

- You do not have the extra responsibility of maintenance and managing of building repairs.

- You have a bit more freedom and can travel around more whether for work or pleasure.

- Monthly costs could be more stable - No out of pocket extra expenses such as yearly tax bill Cons of Renting: - Culturally speaking, it may not offer a very stable type of living situation - Rising cost of rents may make it unaffordable at one point - A tenant can be evicted and take on the stress and cost of moving more often - Many tenants in large cities are evicted to allow for renovations or shortterm rentals.

- Rising cost of RENTS are a valid concern in large cities - Shortage of quality affordable units is becoming an issue as less people can afford to buy.

The main things to consider are: Financially speaking, can I find a place that is affordable and still have income leftover to save money?

There may be some sacrifice and effort in the type of first home you pur-

chase. It may not be your dream home, but with a little sacrifice you can be a homeowner.

Does your lifestyle allow you to be comfortable renting? What amenities do you need or want?

How much would it cost you to rent closer to work and use public transportation with no need of owning a vehicle versus owning a home in the suburbs and commuting everyday. Would you like to live close to your family or have your own garden to grow vegetables? All these lifestyle choices are an important part of the equation.

If you can afford to carry a mortgage and home ownership expenses and do not mind the responsibility, then in the long run, I believe that owning your own home offers more benefits both financially and lifestyle wise. I may be very biased since I was raised in a family that truly valued homeownership and am truly passionate about everyone owning their own home!

Helen Akrivos is a Montreal real estate expert who is passionate about educating and inspiring everyone to succeed in real estate! She holds a Chartered real estate broker license and is President of North East Realties agency in Montreal.

As a lecturer in the Residential Real Estate Program at College Lasalle, Co-Host of “The Real Estate Show” on CJAD AM800 radio and contributor to the MTL Times newspaper, Helen shares her stories of real estate success to help as many people as possible! Email your comments to eleni@nordestimmobilier.ca

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