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The Informer Is published nine times a year (usually) on the second-to-last weekend ... (19h30) à Victoria Hall (4626, rue ..... their hard work put a smile on ... karate, yoga and quilting were introduced. ..... All of us were running off with greater inspira- ... for Meals-on-Wheels and the lap quilts for the moms at Elizabeth House.
Montreal West Viewspaper

October-November 2011, Vol. 39, No. 8

Samya Tatone

Cathy Cousins

Just a walk away Pilates Precision and Shanti Yoga 903-3337 The owners of the pilates and yoga studios have been working in their fields for many years at times in circumstances less than ideal. This fostered in them a strong desire to create the perfect studio space, warm, friendly, inviting, professional, accessible, fully equipped, surrounded by trees and natural light. Happily for us Pilates Precision and Shanti Yoga found each other and the perfect space; 51 B & C Westminster N. The pilates reformer studio and private massage and pilates room are in the back where the windows look out onto big beautiful trees. The yoga and mat pilates studio is in the front where the windows are full of light and sky. The décor and color scheme, based on nature, is simple and lends itself to focus and relaxation. Both studios are equipped with every imaginable aid (prop), which the teachers use to help students get the most out of each session. Samya Tatone is famous for saying, “You can never get away with not doing an exercise, because there is always an alternative. You have made the effort to come into the studio, and your time is precious, so let’s encourage and

not discourage by adapting when needed.” “One thing I like about the studio is that they’ll adapt your workout according to how you present on the day. If your regular routine is not suitable on a particular day because you may feel out of sorts, or you present with new challenges, they will adapt your workout specifically” – from a four-year client. “I feel comfortable and safe in the small group studio classes because of the personal attention I get from the teachers. I know they have their eyes on me as well as all the other students.” Cathy Cozens and Samya welcome you with open arms and genuine empathy to any issues you may walk in with. They believe that consideration and understanding only happens through attentive listening. “We must first and foremost get to know you, before we can contribute to your success plan. We are not here to impose our goals on you, but rather to support your personal journey,” say the owners of the studio. Though both pilates and yoga are similar in using the mind body connection to

bring practitioners into balance, they differ in their approach. Completely complementary to each other yoga is about creating the conditions for internal and external peace and stillness and Pilates is about creating the conditions for movement meditation. Your 1 to 1½ hour session at the studio will compel you to be fully and mindfully engaged as to create a dialogue between you, your body and your teacher. Concentration, focus, determination, patience and persistence are the driving force behind every individual’s success toward their goals and treatment. You can look forward to benefiting through improved breathing, posture, energy stamina, strength and flexibility as well as improved sleep, digestion, and day to day function. The studio is situated right across the street from, and affiliated with, the Action Sport Physio clinic as a support to post rehabilitation and movement therapy. Walk in and find out how the studio can accommodate you. They have an array of classes suitable for all walks of life and offer the choice to work one on one. They do not discourage drop-ins and they offer sign up after the sessions have started. As long as you are interested, it is appropriate for you! from Ann MacKay

INDEX ART etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Community Centre . . . . . .13 CRA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 MW Operatic Society . . . . . .2 News from the pews . . . . . .9 Procès verbal . . . . . . . . . . .15 Rotary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8 Scouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Town Council Report . . . . .14 West End Quilters . . . . . . .12

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Montreal West Operatic Society

Gilbert and Sullivan Soirée

Photo (from left to right): Jeff Scheckman, Pierre Beauchamp, Marie-Alice Urvoy, Marisa Beauchamp, Lisa Robinson, Megan and Chris, Gail and Brian Robinson, Chris Robinson (back row), Ellen and John Meredith, Alex, Barbara, Zack and Julianne Brzezinski.

Brian and Gail Robinson are delighted to announce the marriage of their daughter, Megan, to Chris Mares. Megan and Chris chose to exchange vows on a glorious Saturday afternoon, July 9, at a country church on Lac Marois, just outside of Saint Sauveur. After the ceremony, everyone kicked up their heels at the Dunany Golf Club, just down the road from the Robinson’s cottage. It was great to have so many MoWest friends join in on the celebration! Megan and Chris met as physio students at McGill University, but Chris

decided to further med his studies at U de M. Now they live on Ile Bizard with their puppy, Izzy. Condolences

Gordon Alexander Lorimer passed away suddenly September 29 after a short illness at the age of 89. He enjoyed a happy retirement on Percival with his wife Nancy Durnford a long term MW resident. He will be missed by many in the community. A memorial service will be held at the Unitarian Church on September 29 at 3 pm.

Come to the MWOS season-opener a Gilbert and Sullivan Soirée – a compendium of G&S show-stoppers, produced by the MoWest Operatic Society: on November 23 (7:30 pm) at Victoria Hall (4626 Sherbrooke Street West) and November 30 (8 pm) at Rialto Theatre (5723 av. du Parc, in Montreal). Dinner and theatre specials. Prizes. Reduced prices for seniors and students. Special rates for groups and families. Tickets: 990-8813; [email protected] and online tickets: www.mwos.org. Bringing musical comedy to your community.

Une Soirée Gilbert et Sullivan Venez assister au spectacle débutsaison de MWOS: « Une Soirée Gilbert et Sullivan » – un recueil sensationnel de G & S, mis en scène par la Société opératique de Montréal-Ouest: le 23 novembre (19h30) à Victoria Hall (4626, rue Sherbrooke Ouest) et le 30 novembre (20h) au Théâtre Rialto (5723 av. du Parc à Montréal). Profitez de forfaits souperthéâtre ou de prix réduits pour aînés, étudiants, groupes et familles. Courez la chance de gagner des prix. Billets : 9908813, [email protected]. ou achetez vos billets en ligne: www.mwos.org Nous présentons la comédie-musicale à votre communauté.

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Magic Show Mark Friday, November 18 and Saturday, November 19, on your calendar. The 2011 edition of this local institution is one of our biggest yet! We are welcoming back many of our favourite artisans and some artisans who were new to ART etc. last year so if you didn’t purchase that perfect gift at last year’s show – here’s your opportunity! We have eight new artisans; Rosepink, CAO, Creations Marcelle et André, Doug Purdy Folkart Carver, Elaine S, France Benoit, Frédérique Bonmatin and Unique Cookie. There is such a wide variety and selection of interesting and amazing items to tempt you either for gifts or as a treat for yourself. We have fine artists, truffles, ceramics, jewelry, cookies, art glass, woodworking, designer soaps, bath and beauty products, decorated eggs, cookies, felt hats, children’s items, life and home accessories, preserves, hand printed ephemera, painted gourds, cast stone sculptures, knitted accessories and wood and fabric creations. This list truly reflects that you are guaranteed to find something special for everyone on your list! So please come and visit us during the show - our hours are 11 am - 9 pm on Friday, November 18 (don’t forget our vernissage from 6:30-9 pm with the wonderful EMSB Senior Chorale performing) and 10 am - 5 pm on Saturday, November 19. The EMSB Senior Chorale will once again be selling pure beeswax candles and don’t forget to schedule a lunch or tea break in the famous Floral Café deliciously organized by our own MoWest Horticultural Society. The café will be open 11 am - 2:30 pm on Friday and 10 am - 2:30 pm on Saturday. Please stop by the door prize table, fill out a ticket and maybe you’ll be one of the lucky recipients of a door prize, all generously donated by the artisans in our show. See you there! from Cate Gregory ART etc. Committee

Plan to attend Little Red Playhouse’s magic show featuring Fredo The Magician at the Town Hall on Saturday, December 3 at 10:30 am! A fun morning for the kids and a great way to support a school in your community. Tickets available by phone and around Town shortly.

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Top Beauté Students: volunteer for credits! Little Red Playhouse’s Magic Show is great opportunity for high school students to volunteer and complete their extracurricular credits through face painting, coat checking and more. Contact LRP to find out about this and other opportunities: 486-4032.

Stillness inspires artists The theme of the autumn Artists’ Showcase, currently on view at the Town Hall, is stillness, but canvases by several new participants are giving the exhibit a powerful impact. Amongst the new exhibitors are painters Gail Prupas and Asa Westin and paper crane sculptor John Limeburner. Veteran exhibitors include photographer Alex Brzezinski, printmaker Annette Wolfstein-Joseph and polymer clay artist Gaby Orbach. The exhibit will be on display until midJanuary. MoWest itself will be the theme of the winter show, and all resident artists, amateur and professional, are welcome to participate. Look around and you will be sure to find something that inspires the artist in you, from the Town’s charming buildings and gardens to the people who work and play here. You should get parental permission if you want to include identifiable photos of children. To find out more, or to get an application form, go to the MW website under “culture” or pick one up at the Town Hall office. You may also contact Elizabeth Ulin at [email protected], 4861081 for details.

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... Rotary Club ... Rotary Club ... Rotary Club ...

Inauguration of Montreal Westward Rotary Field Friday morning October 7 was the icing on the cake for community teamwork that resulted in the fully rebuilt new field at Royal West Academy. This beautiful new field is now equipped with proper drainage and an automatic drainage system that will maintain the turf throughout the hot summer months. Friday was the inauguration of the The Montreal Westward Rotary Field. The team players in this effort are the Royal West Academy Home & School Association represented by Belaine Lacey, the Montreal Westward Rotary Club represented by Steve Donahue, the Civic Recreation Association (CRA) represented by Scott Mackenzie, the English Montreal School Board (EMSB) represented by

Joseph Lalla, the Ministere de l’education du loisir et du sport (no representative present) and the Steve & Rob Michelin Memorial Hockey Tournament (Andy couldn’t make it). The event was MC’d by new RWA principal Tony Pita and special thanks for organizing the festivities go to the RWA Honour Band, the RWA Prefects, Michael Leblanc, Pat Summers (CRA), Daniel Smajovitz (EMSB), Patricia Taylor and Helene Ibrahim (RWA secretaries). Ralph Barrett Cayford 1920 - 2011

On a sad note, our club lost one of it’s most dedicated Rotarian’s. Ralph passed away on August 30 at the age of 91. A memorial service was held on September 9 at StPhillips Church. Ralph Cayford was a dedicated member of St. Phillip’s and a

Steve Donahue (MW-Rotary President) & Joseph Lalla (Commissioner, EMSB)

just as dedicated member of our club. Ralph was our treasurer for the past 20 years keeping the Rotary Club finances in impeccable condition for the duration. Ralph leaves behind his wife Tommy Rutherford, his son Bob and daughter Penni. We will miss Ralph.

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... l’École de la Mosaïque ... l’École de la Mosaïque ... Le conseil d’établissement accueille de nouvelles recrues

Novembre, le mois des bonnes nouvelles!

Les élections annuelles ont eu lieu lors de la réunion de parents de la mi-septembre et il nous fait plaisir de souhaiter la bienvenue aux nouveaux membres du conseil d’établissement. Ce comité sera donc formé de Tatiana Fastner, Corinne Benolaut, Mikhal Hassan, Anna-Lisa Deforest, Claudine Rochon, Charles Grigère et Raymond Brassard. Ces parents assisteront la direction dans la prise de décisions importantes pour l’éducation de nos enfants. Merci à tous de vous impliquer dans la gestion de notre école!

Un nouvel ami dans la salle 17

Petits journalistes de la Mosaïque

Voici un nouveau projet qui devrait plaire à tous. J’invite les journalistes en herbe à participer à la rédaction de ce journal. Envoyez vos photos et vos nouvelles à [email protected] et nous nous empresserons de les publier. À noter que les enfants qui souhaiteraient avoir de l’assistance pour rédiger leur texte peuvent également m’écrire, ce sera un plaisir de les encadrer dans la rédaction de leur petit article. Nous commençons d’ailleurs cette

Auréliane Fréchette avec Cosmos

série dès ce mois-ci, en remerciant Auréliane Fréchette de sa participation. Une choriste raconte

« Depuis septembre, nous répétons nos chansons le mardi, le mercredi et le jeudi midi. C’est madame Rachel qui s’occupe de nous faire

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... EBS ... Elizabeth Ballantyne School ... EBS ...

For many years, Elizabeth Ballantyne has been offering français à la mode as part of its Academic Enrichment Program. Though a core English school, French at EBS is enhanced through a parent-sponsored program that hires an additional French teacher to create more learning possibilities for our children. Many children go on to attend immersion and private high schools as a result. Great success is owed to our French Aide, Mme Guerda Douyon, who has invested her heart and soul into the French program. Mme Douyon has been a part of the EBS family for four years. With her infectious smile, her calm demeanor and her passion for French, she is loved by all those who surround her. Since beginning at our school, Mme Douyon’s goal has been to increase the French content taught across all cycles. As a result, we have seen a considerable improvement in the level of French of our graduating students. She has put in

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Le français à l’école Elizabeth Ballantyne countless hours creating a curriculum across all cycles. Mme Douyon works with students weekly, in both enrichment and remedial French. Every year, she devotes a generous amount of time into creating a project for our advanced French students. In the past, our kids put together a play on the history of Miss Elizabeth Ballantyne. Her most recent project was to produce a book of “feel good” stories (written by our cycle 2 and 3 students

and illustrated by our kindergarten and cycle 1 students) that was printed and sent to a number of retirement homes. The response to these books was so heartwarming; their stories were most certainly enjoyed by many. Our students are happy to know that their hard work put a smile on someone’s face. The projects and activities organized by Mme Douyon are always displayed and enjoyed by many during La semaine du français that will

take place in February. Mme Douyon is already back in the swing of things for the new school year and has put together an incredible project for our advanced cycle 3 students. This year, it’s all about La francophonie, which is a worldwide organization of countries which have a significant affiliation with the French language or culture. Our students will learn about these countries, including religions practised, the school systems, important monuments, food, money, sports, celebrities, flags, etc. But our students will not be doing their research online – they will be “pen-palling” with someone from their chosen country. Once they have all their findings, they will prepare a presentation which will be displayed during La semaine du français. I know that I speak for everyone at EBS, especially the French department, when I say that Mme Guerda Douyon is a wonderful asset to our school. Thanks to her hard work and her dedication to our school and students, our French program continues to improve prosper. from Daniela Colafabio Cycle 3 French teacher

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... Edinburgh School ... Edinburgh School ...

New parents and new teachers

It’s become a good tradition to start the first month of school with the Kindergarten and New Parent Breakfast, served in the teachers’ lounge. On September 2, over a cup of coffee and in an informal atmosphere, 50 parents of new students were welcomed to Edinburgh and got a chance to meet each other and talk. This year, we have three kindergarten classes, two of 18 kids and one of 17. We also have 6 new students who transferred from other schools. By the end of the month, we got great news – a third Grade 1 class was added. It will be taught by Mme Marguerite MacLellan. We would like to welcome her to the school as well as Mme Veronique Grandchamp Brown who will be teaching Grade 3. Great team results

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We didn’t just do well – we did exceptionally well! On September 21, Edinburgh participated in the G.M.A.A. Cross-Country Run – a race in Parc des hirodelles, sponsored by the Greater Montreal Athletic Association. This is the only team competition between elementary schools on the island, and of the 13 schools that ran, our girls’ team came in second and our boys’ team, third! Jacob Nanasi (Grade 6) showed an amazing result coming in first – of almost 200 kids. After her 57th place last year, Maude Larrondo-Soule (Grade 6) took 4th place in girls’ individual results. It’s also worth mentioning Malika White (Grade 5) who came 22nd among girls. Congratulations to all! After school – a little bit extra

Every year, our after school staff comes up with different ideas. This

September, new classes of break dance, karate, yoga and quilting were introduced. Another new activity is called “Around the World PSA”. Every month a different country will be chosen and the kids will get to listen to its fairytales, do crafts, learn customs and play games. As a little bit of extra, they will have a theme party in the gym, dedicated to the “country of the month,” with the food from that country. Canada has been chosen the first to explore and the students are already working on Canadian flags that will decorate the school’s hallways. For Ped days, Edinburgh’s after school program offers 10 outings a year. The first one, on September 13, was to InterMiel – a bee farm in the Laurentians. After the tour of the honey factory and tasting different kinds of honey, the children watched a puppet show about how honey is produced. But what made everyone really excited, was when they got invited into the barn and were allowed to pet baby rabbits and goats. Next on the list are trips to the Quinn Farm and to the circus school, scheduled for October 13-14. More than half of Edinburgh’s students attend afters chool activities – 182 of 352 kids. What’s in store

Next month, read about the Student Leadership Council which is being formed under guidance of Mme Claudia Gucciardi. Also, for the first time in Edinburgh, the Halloween Idol is being organized by Mme Genevieve Guay (Grade 4). The audition dates are to be announced soon! from Julia Ross Photos: on September 28, Edinburgh held the Terry Fox Run. The photographers were Jeanne Rhéaume, Christine Downey, and Paula Brodeur.

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... News from the Pews ... News from the Pews ...

MW United Church the brick one Child-friendly concert

Rumour has it you may receive this in time for the Musical Sunday at 3 pm October 23. In which case, the concert on this afternoon, in support of the MW Children’s Library, will be geared to young people, featuring music that tells stories. But adults are welcome too.... Winter, blooming winter...

Many of you were looking for amaryllis kits last year, so we have reinstated our sale of this up-lifting item. You remember these easy kits (pot, soil, bulb) that we sold previously? Well they are back! amaryllis kits are $14 and paperwhites will be $13. You told us that the stock that one gets other places, while

perhaps cheaper, is not as reliable. Edgewood orders these for us and you are apt to get from 3-12 blooms from a single Amaryllis bulb! And they are stunning to boot. Great for hostess gifts, for teachers, for neighbours, shut-ins... and don’t forget for yourself. Red, Red and White, Apple Blossom, Peach and stunning White. Available at the bazaar and at the church throughout November. Don’t miss out this year. Speaking of the bazaar...

Saturday, November 5 is our Family Christmas Bazaar from 10 am to 2-ish. That’s when the church is alive with fabulous items, like baking, jams, crafts, children’s corner, men’s store (with imports

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entire Tyndale St-Georges community, I would like to extend our gratitude and thanks for Sunday’s service and BBQ. We had a wonderful time. We are very blessed to have such wonderful neighbours and friends at MWPC. Thanks for all you do.”

Our opening BBQ with our friends from Tyndale St-Georges was a tremendous success. Special thanks to Costco for its generous support of this event. Thanks also to Earl Wilson, our organist, Michael Cartile for his musical talents on the trumpet and, of course, “Ozzie” and Sue Brass – our chefs extraordinaires! A letter of thanks was received from Jen de Combe, Executive Director of Tyndale St-Georges: “On behalf of the

All the chivalry of the Christian spirit lies in generous service. The great master of all gallant souls says: “If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles.” Our fall card party and annual fundraising dinner will have taken place by the time you read this and we will be in the planning stages for our Treasure, Book & Bake Sale. All these activities keep us busy and on our toes but we

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November 27 will be our Turkey and Trimmings dinner for our church family. If you and yours wish to join us, reservations need to be in to the office by November 20 so we know how many turkeys to cook, mince pies to make, etc. It’s a delicious and fun time and you should be home in time for most of the Grey Cup, so come along. Donation details in the bulletins, at 482-3210 or www.mwuc.org. from Susan Upham want you to know how much we appreciate your interest and support. Looking ahead

The Treasure, Book & Bake Sale will take place on Saturday, November 19 from 10 am - 2 pm. A light luncheon will be available. If you have any treasures, books, etc. that are looking for a new home, they may be brought to the church one to two weeks before the sale from 9 am - noon. (160 Ballantyne Ave. N.) Please: no clothes, text books or encyclopedias. 2011 magazines are OK but no older. For further information call Janet Dimock at 484-2783 or Lillian Simms at 488-6052. Christmas decorating.

Join us on Saturday November 26 at 4 pm for a social time and to help us decorate the church for Christmas. No need to dress up; jeans are fine. Just let us know that you’re coming: 484-7913 or 4842783. Winter clothing needed

We are again collecting winter outer wear e.g. jackets, scarves, gloves, mittens for the International McGill students and their families. Clothing should be clean and in good repair. Items may be left at the Church (160 Ballantyne N.) weekday mornings from 9 am - noon. Many thanks for your help. Ongoing

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On Tuesday, October 25 and Thursday, October 27, the MW Scouts will be going door-to-door collecting non-perishable food for the NDG Food Bank during our regular meeting times. Please have a bag or box ready for pick up. If we missed you please call Bob King at 481-6523. Please give generously. Blood Donor Clinic

Our Annual Blood Donor Clinic will be held at St. Philip’s Church (corner Sherbrooke and Connaught) on Wednesday, October 26 from 2 pm until 8 pm. If you are unable to donate blood please consider helping in some other way. Call Karen Johnstone at 483-1152 to volunteer your time.

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MoWest Sparks, Brownies and Guides are selling mint cookies so well that there are only a few left, but you can still call Janet King at 4816523 if you have not been asked by one of our budding salespeople. The portion of the sales price that the local Guide units keep is used to assist the program for the girls’ benefit. Thanks to all our loyal customers, we were able to subsidize the bus for 23 members of Guiding to attend the Provincial Day Camp at Wathikane – a saving of $15 per person. Very successful Day Camp

The Day Camp had 285 girls and 70 adults! I have never seen so many people at the central campfire site, named after Jean Youngson, as we crowded together in a circular arena to watch the sun set over “the lake and the hills and the sky.” Prior to that, the girls did crafts, explored the woods, the lakeside and the “mountain,” (a.k.a. the bluff) and cooked their lunch over fires. It was cold, but most were well dressed in layers. It was an amazing feat of organi-

zation and I think that the girls had a wonderful chance to meet others from across the province, who share the same ideas of cooperation, good citizenship and having fun together while learning new things and belonging to the worldwide family of Guiding. And we celebrated camp Wathikane’s 85th birthday with songs and cupcakes. Enrolment

Preparation for enrolment involves knowing the Promise and a little about the Guiding family which the girl is joining. Enrolment happened in early October. Nevertheless, we welcome new girls any time of the year, as long as there are enough leaders. And speaking of leaders, mothers are welcome to join and could become trained Guiders; there is no need to leave the movement after our daughters have left and some of the girls, too, become leaders when they are old enough. The Sparks (kindergarten and Grade 1) have also already wrapped up the Exploring and Experimenting section of their program which is being run in conjunction with the Government of Canada Science challenge badge. At their first meeting, the girls really enjoyed watching a bottle of coke turn

into a volcano… a greater effect than the old baking soda and vinegar trick! They had hands-on experience with how food colouring can swirl in a plate of milk without mixing. They saw how different colours are made up of a combination of primary colours through cinematography; more experiments await our budding scientist in the weeks to come. Meanwhile, their older sisters, the Brownies, had lots of fun planting crocus, tulips and tiny “heavenly star” bulbs around the MW United Church. Digging up worms was sometimes more enthralling, but 50 little bulbs

were planted and mapped so that we can look for them in the spring. Guides were practising “event-planning” for the enrolment ceremony which, of course, includes marching in horseshoe formation and raising the Canadian flag. Penny collection

Please remember our penny collection for the church’s Christmas dinner. Those coins are heavy in your pockets, so bring them to the church, or pass them to one of our girls. We will count and roll them. Thanks. from Janet King Brown Owl

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Le Code national de prévention des incendies du Canada prévoit que les cheminées, tuyaux de raccordement et conduits de fumée doivent être ramonés aussi souvent que nécessaire. Même une cheminée qui ne sert qu’à l’occasion devrait être ramonée au moins une fois tous les deux ans. Avant de signer avec une entreprise en ramonage, nous vous suggérons de comparer les prix des différents entrepreneurs spécialisés. Le Service sécurité incendie de Montréal et la Ville recommande de valider la compétence de votre ramoneur auprès de l’Association des professionnels du chauffage à : www.poelesfoyers.ca. La ville de Montréal-Ouest n’a accordé aucun mandat à quelque firme que ce soit pour ramoner les cheminées. Toute entreprise prétendant être mandatée le ferait frauduleusement et devrait être signalée au Service de sécurité publique de M-O, au 630-1234.

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Change of season Soccer season officially wrapped up on Saturday, September 24. The beautiful fall day saw play-off and championship games take place on all three fields in the Town. Over 400 soccer players between

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... Town Council Report ... September ... Town Council Report ... by Carol Foster After surveying the small audience and the contents of the agenda for the September 2011 meeting of Council, Mayor Masella predicted a short meeting. Passing quickly through the routine items, he proceeded with his report. Work on the decontamination of the library grounds will begin the week of September 26. Although a decision concerning the request for a grant to help with the costs has not yet been received, the commencement of the work will not jeopardize the final answer. New requirements by the government are now in effect for subsidy grants. In the past the Town produced and submitted an infrastructure repair plan for the whole Town. Now the Town must make a case, dependent upon the seriousness and accompanied by new studies, for each application for repairs to the infrastructure. The Mayor has met with representatives from Canada Post concerning their recent safety regulation warnings to some members of the community. It was agreed that while Canada Post is obliged to protect its workers, the method of communication used was harsh. Each case in question is now to be evaluated and any action taken will depend upon the severity of the situation. Starting in 2012, an overnight shift for police from Station 9 will be scheduled and the monitoring of traffic in the Town will be increased. Items from the Town Clerk’s Office included a resolution to sell, at public auction, two properties for long overdue taxes unless the owners come forward and pay the arrears. A second resolution pertained

to a request for a property owner to adhere to various bylaws concerning building maintenance and sanitation. Without compliance, legal proceedings will follow to ensure the work is done. Under the Administration and Finance umbrella, it was noted the Town is obliged to pay $145,000 as its share of the City of Montreal’s water infrastructure works. The Town is in the process of refinancing long- term loans, in the amount of $470,000 originally taken out to rebuild the swimming pool in 2000 and to do road and sewer work on several streets in 2001. Councillor Julie Tasker-Brown reviewed progress on traffic-calming measures already in place as well as in the planning stages. She mentioned that the Public Security Officers recently held a bike safety program. The Traffic and Safety Committee is currently reviewing the Town’s four-hour parking policy. Online parking permit applications have greatly reduced calls to the Point Claire Dispatch Centre which helps the Town save some money. Councillor Elizabeth Ulin announced that a new event called “Halloween On Ice” is planned for October 30; the hockey program has already started and free skating in the arena is now available. (Although her news was welcome to all those who enjoy activities on ice, it was hard to imagine on such a balmy fall evening.) She added the merchant’s composting program has doubled the amount collected in the Town, and the Environmental Committee is reviewing the Town’s policy concerning trees. Pharmaprix is currently undertaking the necessary decontamination process which is expected to take three weeks according to Councillor Dino Mazzone.

It has formally applied for the readjustment of two lot lines and has agreed to pay the Town $35,060 in lieu of ceding a portion of this land for park space as permitted by the Town’s bylaw. Full building plans have been submitted and are now under review by PAC. The Town’s budget for 2012 is being discussed and Mr. Mazzone urged residents, once again, to make known to Council how they wish their tax dollars to be spent. Question period

Question period revolved around the usual issues concerning traffic. Pot holes on Wolseley North, an obscured stop sign on Avon and Ballantyne, cars not stopping at stop signs, speed bumps installed on some streets and not others and debris spotted adjacent to the traffic barrier on Broughton were all brought to Council’s attention. Residents were encouraged to call the police consistently to report moving traffic violations and action was promised, where possible, on the remaining issues. The question of acceptable noise was brought up by a resident who complained that he had been disturbed by heavy trucks doing roadwork at 7 am. Pat Mann reviewed the bylaws concerning the use of noisy machinery which is permitted to begin at 7 am Mondays through Friday, at 9 am on Saturday and not before 10 am on Sunday. The deadline for this type of noise is 7 pm every day. Complaints should be directed to him. But another resident pointed out that, in his opinion, since the Town has no standards concerning acceptable noise volume and no method of measuring it, as some other towns do, the bylaw concerning the general prohibition of noise in the Town is of little use. The last speaker objected to the conditional acceptance of his renovation request by PAC based on the colour of paint to be used on the window frames. Councillor Mazzone offered to take the complaint back to the Planning and Advisory Committee for review. The Mayor’s prediction proved correct and the meeting was adjourned at 9 pm.

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... Réunion ordinaire du Conseil ... Septembre ... Réunion ordinaire ... par Carol Foster traduction par René Boucher Après avoir remarqué la petite assistance et l’ordre du jour de la réunion du Conseil, le maire Masella prédit une courte rencontre. Passant rapidement sur les articles routiniers, il livre ensuite son rapport. La décontamination du terrain de la bibliothèque s’amorcera pendant la semaine du 26 septembre. Même si la décision n’est pas rendue sur la demande de subvention pour aider à en défrayer les coûts, le début des travaux ne compromettra pas la réponse finale. De nouvelles exigences gouvernementales sont en vigueur concernant les subventions. Précédemment, la Ville soumettait un plan global de réparation pour les infrastructures de toute la ville. Dorénavant, la Ville doit établir le bienfondé selon la gravité et appuyé de nouvelles analyses, pour chaque demande concernant les réparations des infrastructures. Le maire a rencontré des représentants de Postes Canada au sujet des avertissements récents sur la réglementation concernant la sécurité que des membres de la communauté ont reçus. Tout en admettant que Postes Canada se doive d’assurer la sécurité de son personnel, on a convenu que la communication était plutôt draconienne. Chaque cas sera évalué et l’action entreprise dépendra de la gravité de la situation. En 2012, un quart de nuit sera instauré au poste de police 9 et la surveillance de la circulation dans notre ville s’en verra accrue. Du service du Greffe, on présente une résolution pour la vente à l’encan de deux propriétés dans la ville pour défaut de paiement des taxes, à moins que les propriétaires ne se manifestent et acquittent l’arriéré. Une autre résolution a trait à la demande à un propriétaire de se conformer à divers règlements sur l’entretien des édifices et l’hygiène. À défaut d’obtempérer, des démarches juridiques seront entreprises pour assurer l’exécution des travaux. Au chapitre de l’Administration et des finances, on note que la Ville doit payer 145 000 $ pour sa part des frais d’infrastructure d’aqueduc de la Ville de Montréal. La Ville est en train de refinancer des emprunts à long terme de l’ordre de 470 000 $ contractés à l’origine pour la reconstruction de la piscine en 2000 et pour des travaux de voirie et d’aqueduc dans plusieurs rues en 2001.

La conseillère Julie Tasker-Brown passe en revue les mesures de modération de la circulation en place ainsi que celles en voie de planification. Elle mentionne que nos agents de sécurité publique ont tenu un programme de sécurité à vélo. Le Comité circulation et sécurité examine actuellement la politique de la Ville du stationnement limité à quatre heures. Les demandes en ligne de permis de stationnement ont grandement réduit le nombre d’appels au centre de répartition de Pointe-Claire, contribuant à une économie de fonds pour la Ville. La conseillère Elizabeth Ulin fait l’annonce d’un nouvel événement, « Halloween sur glace » prévu pour le 30 octobre. Le programme de hockey a déjà démarré et l’aréna offre maintenant du patinage libre. (Bien que ces nouvelles soient bien accueillies par les adeptes des activités sur glace, on éprouve de la difficulté à les imaginer avec une soirée aussi douce.) Elle ajoute que le compostage par les commerçants a doublé la collecte dans la ville et le Comité d’action environnementale est à revoir la politique de la Ville concernant les arbres. Pharmaprix a entrepris la décontamination nécessaire du site, laquelle devrait prendre environ trois semaines selon le conseiller Dino Mazzone. La société a formellement demandé la révision des limites de deux lots et a convenu de payer à la Ville la somme de 35 060 $ en guise et lieu de cession d’une portion de ce terrain comme parc, comme le permet le règlement de la Ville. Des plans complets de l’édifice ont été soumis et sont actuellement à l’étude par le CCU. Le budget 2012 de la Ville fait présentement l’objet de discussions et M. Mazzone incite à nouveau les citoyens à faire connaître au Conseil la façon dont ils souhaitent que leurs impôts fonciers soient dépensés.

bruit acceptable. Il se plaint d’avoir été dérangé par des camions lourds effectuant des travaux routiers à 7 h. Pat Mann, directeur de la Sécurité publique, passe en revue les règlements sur l’utilisation d’équipement bruyant, permise à compter de 7 h du lundi au vendredi, de 9 h les samedis et pas avant 10 h le dimanche. Ce genre de bruit doit cesser à 19 h tous les jours. Les plaintes devraient lui être soumises. Un autre résidant fait remarquer que puisque la Ville n’a pas de norme concernant le volume acceptable du bruit ni de méthode pour le mesurer, contrairement à certaines autres municipalités, le règlement sur l’interdiction générale du bruit dans la ville a peu d’utilité. Le dernier intervenant s’oppose à l’acceptation par le CCU de sa demande de rénovation, conditionnelle au choix de couleur de la peinture sur les cadres de fenêtres. Le conseiller Mazzone a offert de présenter sa plainte au Comité consultatif d’urbanisme pour reconsi-dération. La prédiction du maire s’est avérée et la réunion est levée à 21 h.

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Editor: Heather at 489-7022; e-mail: [email protected] Next deadline: November 9 OCT Sun 23 Musical Sunday. MW United Church. Tea follows. 3 pm. Tue 25 MW Scouts’ Food Drive: non-perishable food. Wed 26 MW Scouts’ blood donor clinic. St. Philip’s Church. 2-8 pm. Thu 27 Scouts’ Food Drive: non-perishable food. Fundraising dinner. MW Presbyterian Church. Speaker: Tom Allen from CBC Radio. Info: Ruth Darling at 486-5524 or Janet Dimock at 484-2783. Social hour: 6 pm; dinner: 7 pm. Sat 29 Halloween spooky stories. Children’s Library. Sun 30 Halloween on Ice. Arena. 1-2:30 pm. Afternoon Labyrinth Walk. MW United Church. 2-4:30 pm. Mon 31 Town Council Meeting. Town Hall. 8 pm. NOV Tue 1 Open House at Elizabeth Ballantyne School. 314 Northview. New families are welcome to visit and discover our unique programs! Info: 484-1006. 9 am - 12 pm and 6-8 pm. Sat 5 Family Bazaar. MW United Church. 10 am - 3 pm. Sun 6 Remembrance Day Ceremony. The Cenotaph. 12:30. Autism Awareness Gala. Tickets $50 with a $25 tax receipt. Hyatt Regency. Chinese auction. 486 4032. Wed 9 Luncheon bridge. Curling Club. Info: Sandra Jones, 489-0261. Fri 11 Oyster Party sponsored by Montreal Westward Rotary. Tickets: $50, 486-5373. Town Hall. 6 pm. Fri 18 ART etc. Town Hall. 11 am - 9 pm. Sat 19 ART etc. Town Hall. 10 am - 5 pm. Treasure, Book & Bake Sale. MW Presbyterian. 10 am - 2 pm. Mon 21 Praise Night. Marantha Chapel of the Redeemed Christian Church of God celebrates its 10th anniversary. 6 Ronald Drive. 7-8:30 pm. Tues 22 Strengthening the family units. Speaker: Pastor Sunday Micho. Marantha Chapel. 6 Ronald Drive.7-8:30 pm. Wed 23 Drama/Movie Night. Marantha Chapel, Redeemed Christian Church of God. 6 Ronald Drive. 7-8:30 pm. Thu 24 Compte de taxe d’eau est exigible / water tax bill is due Heritage Night/Cultural Presentation. Marantha Chapel, Redeemed Christian Church of God. 7-8:30 pm. Fri 25 Curzon Pre-School Live Auction. Over $10,000 in items, easy holiday shopping! Curling Club. Tickets $5 at the door. Support a great cause! 7 pm. Nigil Vigil. Marantha Chapel, Redeemed Christian Church of God. Speaker: Pastor Olu Ayeni. 10 pm - 1 am. Sat 26 Decorating MW Presbyterian Church for Christmas. 4 pm. Dinner. Marantha Chapel. 6 Ronald Drive. 6-8 pm. Sun 27 Thanksgiving Service. Speaker: Pastor Olu Ayeni. Marantha Chapel. 12:30 pm. Mon 28 Town Council Meeting. Town Hall. 8 pm. Tue 29 Evening Labyrinth Walk. MW United Church, Wadsworth Hall. Socks or slippers. 7-9 pm. Royal West Academy’s Bardolators present Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice at 7 pm on the evenings of November 29; November 30 and December 1. Tickets are $10 adults, $7 seniors and $5 students. Dinner theatre presentation on Friday, December 2: supper at 6 pm, show at 7:30 pm; tickets $25 and must be reserved in advance by calling 489-8454 attention S. Westlake. DEC Sat 3 Magic Show with the Amazing Fredo. Town Hall. Tickets: $10. Ornament making, face painting; fun for all. 10:30 am. Sun 4 White Gift Sunday. MW Presbyterian Church. 10 am.

R EM E MB R A N C E DAY Ceremony Sunday, November 6 Location: The Cenotaph Time: 12:30 The ceremony will be followed by a reception for Veterans and their families at the Town Hall.

Presentation at Royal Bank A special advice event is being hosted by RBC Financial Planning: “Effective Strategies to Guide You Through all Market Conditions” on Tuesday, November 29. Presenters are Jerry Mesidor, Financial Planner, and Johan Plates, Investment and Retirement Planner. Cocktails at 5:30; presentation at 6. Where: 26 Westminster Ave North. To register, please: contact Ornella at 874-5496 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

Come play bridge The Day Ladies of the MW Curling Club host luncheon bridges almost once a month during the winter. Cost is $7 for non-members and $5 for members. Games will be November 9, December 7 January 11, February 8 and March 28. Please call Sandra Jones at 489-0261.