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2 www. mtl times.ca February 13, 2021 • Parc Safari rewilds two cheetahs in their natural habitat in Africa
Here is a story of love and resilience sure to soften the edges in these difficult Covid- stricken times. Parc Safari, located in Hem- mingford, Quebec, in collaboration with The Aspinall Foundation, a UK based char- ity devoted to the conservation of endan- gered species, and the Imire Rhino and Wildlife Conservation Preserve in Zim- babwe, have joined forces to re-introduce two of the park's cheetahs to their natural habitat. The two brothers, named Kumbe and Jabari, were born in 2019. A few days ago, they began a journey that will take them to Imire, a wildlife protected area in Zimbabwe, where they will contribute to the survival of the species. This is the first time cheetahs, the world's fastest land ani- mal, are rewilded to Africa from Canada. Since their arrival in 2013, cheetahs are the pride of Parc Safari and a favorite of visi- tors. The idea of returning a couple of young males that were born at Parc Safari has been on management's mind for a while. Confident they had two felines with strong genetics, they went ahead knowing this would bolster the genetic diversity of the wild population. ''We love our animals deeply, and it is hard to let them go, but we know we are contributing to a bigger cause. We are proud of this achievement, and grateful to The two brothers, named Kumbe and Jabari, were born in 2019 our many partners, including the govern- tice chasing a lure and prepare for their the genetic diversity of animal populations. ment of Zimbabwe. The goal is not only to first hunt. Upon release from their quaran- There are only four zoos in Canada ac- add captive-bred animals to the local pop- tine boma, they will move into Imire's 4,500 credited by Canadian Association of Zoo ulation, but to increase genetic diversity so hectare reserve. At that stage, their natural as to guard against inbreeding. To protect, and Aquarium (C.A.Z.A), who have the care and love is our mission'', says Jean- instincts will kick in. We will monitor them privilege to provide homes to cheetahs. In Pierre Ranger, President of Parc Safari. closely and provide them with supplement fact, the birth of Kumbe and Jabari owes a An epic journey if necessary'', explains Nathalie Santerre, great deal to the mutual partnership be- Kumbe and Jabari are now back in Africa Zoo director at Parc Safari, who prepared tween Hemmingford's Parc Safari and after a road trip from Parc Safari to the cheetahs for this exceptional journey. Toronto Zoo. Cleo arrived at Parc Safari in Toronto Airport, a 14-hour flight aboard It is no coincidence that Zimbabwe will december 2016 from Toronto Zoo to be Ethiopian Airlines to Addis Ababa. From be the new home of the two brothers, for part of the conservation and captive breed- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, they flew to Harare, the species is especially threatened in this ing program. She proved to be an excellent Zimbabwe, where they have met the Imire African country, with a dramatic fall in the mother by delivering 4 healthy cubs: Asani, and The Aspinall Foundation teams who wild population over the last few years. Dalia, Kumbe and Jabari, in July 2019 and transported them overland to their new Forestalling extinction, a priority raised them to be strong and confident home at Imire. Since 2013, Parc Safari contributes to the young cheetahs. Parc Safari is extremely ''Once in Imire, Kumbe and Jabari will Species Survival Plan (SSP), a pan-American grateful to extend its mutual partnership spend 60 days in a quarantine boma to program to breed cheetahs in captivity. The with the Toronto Zoo beyond captive allow them to acclimatise to their new life initiative was established by the American breeding and move forward with the rewil- under the African sun. They will also prac- Zoo Association to maintain and maximize ding of kumbe and Jabari to Zimbabwe.
• February 13, 2021 www. mtl times.ca 3 Manoir Hovey’s Le Hatley Restaurant
Chef Alexandre Vachon Chef Arthur Muller of of Manoir Hovey’s Le Hatley Restaurant Restaurant Chez Muffy Restaurant Chez Muffy AChef Unique Collaboration Duo with the Chefs Join of Quebec’s Renowned Forces Chez Muffy and Le Hatleyfor Restaurants a Four-Hands takeout menu Two star chefs from Quebec are combining sonal ingredients of the highest quality that This collaboration is the debut of Chez their culinary expertise to bringexquisite reflect what our part of the country has to Muffy’s guest chef series. In the following gastronomy into Canadian homes during offer,” says Chef Alexandre. “Through this month, Yvan Lebrun, Chef and Owner of the region’s restaurant closures. Chef collaboration, I stand alongside the Chefs the Relais & Châteaux restaurant l'Initial, Alexandre Vachon of Manoir Hovey’s Le of a new generation who are actively work- will come out of retirement and into the Hatley Restaurant in North Hatley will join ing to exchange knowledge about products kitchen of Chez Muffy to bring his signature forces with Chef Arthur Muller of Restau- and experiences, to support our shared cuisine to homes around the city once rant Chez Muffy in Quebec City to create goals and objectives.” more. a unique Relais & Châteaux Four Hands, The restaurant Chez Muffy is renowned ABOUT AUBERGE SAINT-ANTOINE - Four-Course Takeout Menu available Feb- for its creative dishes referring to a fine Quebec City, Canada ruary 19-21, 2021. bistronomic and innovative cuisine. Focus- (www.saint-antoine.com/) “Through the pandemic, it has been chal- ing on the flavours and ingredients of their Located in the heart of Québec City’s lenging and rewarding to find new ways to private farm on Île d'Orléans, the menu is connect with our community,” says Chef always inspired by seasonal produce, often Old Port, Auberge Saint-Antoine is as an Arthur. “For me, Relais & Châteaux repre- originating from an ancestral seed. award-winning contemporary boutique sents a family spirit and I am looking for- Starting at $120 for two people, the hotel. Renowned for its warm, Quebecois ward to working with Alexandre to merge Four-Hands takeout menu is available for hospitality, the family-owned Auberge Saint- our distinct styles to create a unique menu pick-up Friday, February 19 through Sunday, Antoine is a member of Relais & Châteaux. showcasing the terroir of our regions to be February 21. All orders must be placed 48 Built on a major archaeological site, enjoyed at home.” hours prior to the pick-up date. For more Auberge Saint-Antoine displays hundreds Auberge Saint-Antoine and Manoir information and to view the menu, visit: of artefacts from the French and British Hovey share a mutual focus on farmhouse- https://saint-antoine-boutique.com/en/collec- colonial regimes, all unearthed during sev- inspired gastronomy driven by sustainability, tions/epicerie/products/menu-4-mains eral years of archaeological excavation. The diversity, and creativity. The world-class Editor’s Note: Continuing this collaborative hotel’s four-diamond restaurant, Chez restaurants embody the values of the Relais spirit, on Saturday, February 20, Chef Muffy, is a family style farm-to-fork dining & Châteauxbrand by honoring local pro- Alexandre Vachon will appear as a guest experience, with a menu featuring local in- ducers and translating the seasonality of na- chef for Auberge Saint-Antoine’s “Zoom en novative cuisine, Quebec bistronomie, ture into menus. Cuisine,” a weekly virtual culinary series boasting savory flavors and locally sourced The Four-Hands menu will feature four which teaches participants how to prepare ingredients from the hotel's farm on Île courses for two people for $120. The menu an authentic meal for two from home. The d'Orléans as well as other Quebec farms will include Cane egg from À la canne meal is made with fresh and artisanal ingre- and suppliers. blanche farm, homemade smoked salmon dients from local producers, which are de- ABOUT MANOIR HOVEY with endives, grilled radicchio, Cara Cara livered to attendees’ doors or available for – Quebec, Canada orange, whipped cream with dill and mullet pick up prior to the class. Tune in and cook (www.manoirhovey.com) caviar, duck breast from La Canardière along with Chef Alexandre to prepare Arc- Located in the beautiful North Hatley, farm, red cabbage, daisy capers, almond, tic char fillet in foil with herbed broccoli, one of Québec’s most picturesque villages, haskap sauce and yogurt mousse, red beet Gorria pepper cream, and Lac St-Pierre roots in syrup, and blackcurrant marmalade caviar. Participation is $60 including a meal sits the private estate of Manoir Hovey. Ar- prepared by Pastry Chef Justine Tavernier. kit for two and a link to the virtual cooking guably one of Canada’s most charming and Manoir Hovey is focused on “refined, class. For more information on how to par- romantic inns, the 5-star Relais & Châteaux roots-driven cuisine.” This aligns with Chef ticipate, including the weekly schedule, visit: estate is set on 30 acres of woods and Eng- Alexandre Vachon’s culinary philosophy, https://www.saint-antoine.com/fr/dining/zoom- lish gardens along 600 meters of prime which is founded on self-sufficiency, respect en-cuisine lakeshore on scenic Lake Massawippi. In- for food, and the celebration of the ingre- On May 6 & 7, Chez Muffy’s Chef Alex spired by the era, the 19th Century man- dients that are abundant in his region's Bouchard will head to the Eastern Town- sion appeals to visitors who yearn for a rivers, lakes, forest, and fields. ships of Quebec to helm the kitchen of glimpse of days gone by, with year-round “I am proud to be a Relais & Chateaux Manoir Hovey’s Le Hatley Restaurant outdoor activities, world-class cuisine, and Chef, as their approach matches what we alongside Chef Alexandre Vachon for a re- fresh air away from the crowds and con- are all about at Manoir Hovey: local, sea- verse Four-Hands meal. fines of city life. 4 www. mtl times.ca February 13, 2021 • • February 13, 2021 www. mtl times.ca 5 3551 boul. St. Charles, Suite #547, Kirkland, Quebec, H9H 3C4 514-951-3328 [email protected] www.mtltimes.ca
[email protected] www.totimes.ca Government of Canada and City of Montreal Distribution Hudson, St. Lazare, Senneville, Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Baie d’Urfe, Bea- invest in park shoreline consfield, Kirkland, Pte. Claire, D.D.O., Pierrefonds, Roxboro, Dorval, La- chine, NDG, Ville St-Laurent, Châteauguay, Cote St-Luc, Snowdon, Hampstead, Mtl-West, Westmount, Laval, Verdun, Lasalle, Montreal, St. Leonard, Anjou, Ahuntsic, Little Italy, Nuns’ Island restoration on the Advertising [email protected] Island of Montreal ADVERTISING DEADLINE The shorelines of the major parks vesting more than $34.3 million in credibly important to Montréalers," (Wednesday at 5 p.m.) on the Island of Montreal will be the project through the Disaster said The Honourable Pablo Ro- better protected from the erosion Mitigation and Adaptation Fund driguez, Leader of the Government 514-951-3328 caused by extreme weather condi- (DMAF), and the City of Montreal in the House of Commons and tions, thanks to investments made is contributing $51.5 million. Lieutenant of Quebec. Managing Editor: by the Government of Canada in "Climate change is causing severe "I would like to thank the federal Tom West public infrastructures to protect weather to happen more frequently, government for its support, which communities and improve their and we need to help communities confirms Montreal's crucial role in quality of life. become more resilient to these the front-line management of ex- Today, the Honourable Catherine events. The Government of Canada treme weather events. Our shore- McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure is helping Montreal better manage line renaturalization efforts will not and Communities, the Honourable the risk of flooding by protecting 10 only help increase greening, but will Pablo Rodriguez, Leader of the kilometers of urban shoreline in the also foster biodiversity, reduce Government in the House of Com- heart of the city, while also creating greenhouse gases and enhance our Contributors: mons and Lieutenant of Quebec, greater access to outdoor green city's resilience, in addition to pro- and Ms. Valérie Plante, Mayor of spaces that the ongoing pandemic viding Montrealers with safe, high- Montreal, announced a major in- has shown to be so essential to our quality access to our shorelines," vestment in the ecological rehabili- physical and mental health. Canada's said Valérie Plante, Mayor of Mon- • Marco Giovanetti tation of the shorelines of infrastructure plan invests in thou- treal • Sergio Martinez riverfront parks on the Island of sands of projects, creates jobs Quick facts • Bonnie Wurst Montreal, which are being threat- across the country, and builds • The Disaster Mitigation and Adap- ened by accelerated erosion. cleaner, more inclusive communi- tation Fund (DMAF) is a $2-billion, • Stuart Nulman ties, " said The Honourable Cather- 10-year program to help communi- • Deborah Rankin The project aims to rehabilitate and ine McKenna, Minister of ties build the infrastructure they • Martha Shannon secure some 10 km of shoreline Infrastructure and Communities. need to better withstand natural using bioengineering-inspired tech- "Lately, Montrealers have redis- hazards such as floods, wildfires, niques, such as planting shrubs and covered parks and green spaces. It earthquakes and droughts. vegetation, which will help better is clear, we are seeing it every day, • To date, more than $1.8 billion has SUBSCRIPTION manage the impacts of erosion and which is why today's announcement been announced through DMAF for General subscriptions in Canada: 1 protect shoreline ecosystems and is particularly important. The fi- 62 large-scale infrastructure proj- year $150, 2 years $275 Subscrip- communities. The preparatory nancing provided today will be used ects that will help protect commu- tion to the U.S. and outside North work is scheduled to begin in 2021, to protect these significant Mon- nities across the country from the America:1 year $250 US and will target five major parks: the treal Island parks from shoreline threats of climate change. All contents of this publication are sole property of The Mon- Cap-Saint-Jacques and Bois-de-l'Île- erosion. Generations of Quebeck- • DMAF is part of the federal gov- treal Times Newspaper. Opin- Bizard areas of Grand parc de ers will therefore be able to benefit ernment's Investing in Canada plan, ions expressed in this publication are not necessarily l'Ouest; the Île-de-la-Visitation na- from this space for years to come. which is providing more than $180 intended to reflect those of the publisher. Any reproduction in ture park; Parc de la Promenade- By protecting these parks, we are billion over 12 years for public tran- whole or in part and in print or in electronic form without ex- Bellerive; René-Lévesque park; and also protecting surrounding com- sit projects, green infrastructure, press permission is strictly for- bidden. Permission to the former Lachine pleasure boat- munities against the risk of flooding social infrastructure, trade and reproduce selected editorial may be granted by contacting ing port. caused by climate change. This transportation routes, and rural and the publisher in writing. The Government of Canada is in- project is green, innovative and in- northern communities.
6 www. mtl times.ca February 13, 2021 • Inaugural online peace & security forum The inaugural edition of the International school students from around the world, Forum on Peace, Security & Prosperity will who earned the right to participate in the take place online on February 18 and 19. forum through an essay contest, as they The theme will be “Post-Conflict Gover- present their views and opinions on how nance: From World War II to the 21st Cen- to establish an enduring peace and build a tury – Lessons Learned (and Relearned).” just and prosperous society. This panel dis- The forum will focus on what makes a cussion is organized in conjunction with democratic society work through peace, the Sicilian school system and the Italian security and prosperity. Army stationed in Sicily, several military The panel discussions, which will be con- colleges in Canada and Italy, as well as 14 ducted with simultaneous translations in other colleges from around the globe. Ed- English, French and Italian, will deal with ucational materials for this specific panel such topics as the Allied military govern- are being provided through a partnership ment of occupied territories in Sicily in By Stuart Nulman with Valour Canada, a non-profit organiza- 1943; creating conditions for peace, secu- tion dedicated to educate and connect rity and prosperity in Afghanistan since mtltimes.ca young Canadians with Canada’s military 2001; and the role of peacekeeping when it The third panel of the forum, scheduled heritage. comes to governing countries following a for February 19, will focus on engaging high To register for the forum, go to: conflict. https://psp-forum.org/
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• February 13, 2021 www. mtl times.ca 7 New Montreal business aims to brighten Valentine's Day for montreal seniors A new confectionery gift company in Montreal is donating 25 Valentine flower bouquets to elderly homebound Montrealers to spread love and joy during Valentine season If you love sweets then you’ll love what Mi- alongside a signature cookie box mini. The and the experience really touched my randa Pugh has cooking up with her new beautifully arranged collections of confec- heart. Especially after this past year, I Montreal based confectionary gift company tionery are what the owner refers to as the wanted the launch of Sweetcuterie to called Sweetcuterie. “I love sweets and charcuterie of sweets. honor my grandmother, and to also bring love sharing them with people in beautiful But it’s not just their new customers that some much deserved joy to this commu- packages that gives them a chance to ad- Sweetcuterie is looking to romance this nity at Valentine's Day. Not that I'm biased, mire the presentation of the gift while also Valentine’s Day, they are also donating 25 but nothing brightens the heart like flowers enjoying one of life’s greatest luxuries - de- flower bouquets to elderly homebound and cookies." licious desserts. Our business is really Montrealers through local organization En- Sweetcuterie's collection of cookies and about an expression of affection, love and traide Bénévole Metro (EBM). sweet boxes are available for local delivery thought in a time when these things mean Sweetcuterie owner, Miranda Pugh said, in greater Montreal and will soon be avail- the most.” "I love to bake because of my grandmother able for overnight shipping within Quebec, Sweetcuterie launched in February with and when I moved to Montreal in 2017 I see their beautiful array of sweets at: a Valentine collection that consists of gour- began volunteering with EBM- an amazing www.sweetcuterie.com . met candy, chocolate and cookie boxes and organization that provides grocery shop- *If you would like to brighten the life of a a special feature for Valentine’s Day that in- ping, in home visits and other services to senior by volunteering at EBM, please send an cludes a dozen lavender and pink roses seniors experiencing a loss of autonomy email to [email protected] .
8 www. mtl times.ca February 13, 2021 • • February 13, 2021 www. mtl times.ca 9 10 www.mtltimes.ca February 13, 2021 • Left to right: Joseph Mallord William Turner, The St Gotthard Road between Amsteg and Wassen, Looking up the Reuss Valley, c. 1814-1815. Gouache, graphite and watercolour on paper, 67.5 x 101 cm. © Tate, London 2017 / Going to the Ball (San Martino), exhibited 1846. Oil paint on canvas, 61.6 x 92.4 cm. © Tate, London 2017 / The Blue Rigi, Sunrise, 1842. Watercolour on paper, 29.7 x 45 cm. © Tate, London 2017 (CNW Group/MuséeTurner national des beaux-arts and du Québec) the Sublime - Québec City will host an exclusive Canadian engagement of the English master's grandiose landscapes Minister of Culture and Communications him at the forefront of the Romantic move- Swiss Alps. Turner produced the work, whose Nathalie Roy is joining with the entire Musée ment. His avant-garde approach appeals to all innovative composition hinges on powerful national des beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ) generations. contrasts between light and shadow, several team to celebrate from February 10 to May 2, Highly relevant, timeless works years after a trip in 1802. 2021 the work of one of the foremost 19th Organized in collaboration with Tate Britain Three immersive installations century European artists, the visionary English from the Turner Bequest, this major exhibition that capture Turner painter, watercolourist, and engraver Joseph affords an opportunity to see works that are To highlight the English master's emblematic Mallord William Turner (1775-1851), to mark rarely exhibited outside England. The works work, the exhibition is proposing scenography with pleasure the reopening of the museum by are drawn from the artist's collection, be- centred on the contrast between light and showcasing an artist who shaped the history queathed to the nation upon his death. This darkness. In keeping with its desire to innovate of international art. outstanding collection of 77 paintings and in the realm of staging, the MNBAQ has also "It is a genuine honour for the Capitale-Na- works on paper presented in Québec City asked Lionel Arnould, a multimedia designer tionale and Québec as a whole to host this covers the biggest portion of Turner's career, who has worked for Ex Machina, the Théâtre outstanding major exhibition. Your government from the outset in the 1790s until his apogee du Trident, and the Centre du Théâtre d'Au- is proud to support the MNBAQ in carrying around 1840. jourd'hui, in association with sound creation out its projects, which are drawing ever The works exhibited at the MNBAQ include firm Peak Media, to create three original im- greater numbers of culture enthusiasts. More- major works such as Fishermen at Sea (1796), mersive video installations relating to three over, I would like to congratulate the MNBAQ the first work that Turner, then 21 years old, Turner paintings. They round out the presen- for enhancing Québec's cultural reputation submitted to the Royal Academy. This ambi- tation by proposing a contemporary experi- abroad and its determination to make its ex- tious seascape posed a genuine challenge for ence of the sublime. The Fall of an Avalanche hibitions key events," Ms. Roy noted. the young painter, who heightened the level of in the Grisons explores the theme of catastro- The international exhibition Turner and the difficulty by adopting as his subject a nocturnal phe when nature explodes. Venice – Maria della Sublime presented by National Bank of scene illuminated by pale moonlight. The paint- Salute focuses on a fabulous underwater Canada during an exclusive Canadian engage- ing reveals Turner's interest in striking plays of Venice where the city of the Doges slowly ment in Québec City this winter has been in- light that characterize his entire body of work. sinks in the waves through a mirror-like effect. novatively designed and focuses on very The Blue Rigi, Sunrise (1842) is a masterly Lastly, Sun Setting over a Lake offers an expe- topical questions. It will afford visitors an op- work that celebrates the greatness of creation rience linked to the phenomenon of industri- portunity to view striking landscapes that high- in an image of transcendent calm. The moun- alization. Is it an apocalyptic vision or the light spectacular storms, turbulent seas, or tain bathed in the ambient light resembles a "industrial sublime"? Visitors will discover a vir- impressive mountain vistas, and to experience delicate coloured veiled suspended in space. tual world in which clouds and black tides co- the sublime. The painting The St Gotthard Road between alesce. Turner's unique, modern grasp of landscape Amsteg and Wassen, Looking up the Reuss Val- continues to engage us. The innovative re- ley (circa 1814–1815) also transposes the continued on Page 13 search of the so-called "painter of light" ranks artist's encounter with the sublime in the
• February 13, 2021 www.mtltimes.ca 11 12 www. mtl times.ca February 13, 2021 • continued from Page 11 the water motif is used to develop a itors to discover why his works con- lyrical interpretation of nature. The tinue to be vibrantly topical nearly two A Turner from the collection of the seascapes and studies of the sky pro- centuries after his death. It proposes MNBAQ to be featured pose fantastic, deeply suggestive im- reflections from guest experts Ollivier Turner and the Sublime will also en- ages that evoke the infinite. Lastly, the Dyens, a full professor at McGill Uni- able the MNBAQ to highlight a paint- theme of machines, which the artist versity, and Colleen Thorpe, Director ing by the English artist from its uses extensively, makes it possible to General of Équiterre, on the links be- collection. This is a rare opportunity to place Turner at the root of modernity tween the legendary artist, who revo- see a seminal work from the and establish links between the first In- lutionized landscape art, and key MNBAQ's European art collection. dustrial Revolution and the advent of societal challenges, especially related Scene in Derbyshire (1827) is a gift environmental awareness. to the environment, and our place in from the estate of Maurice Duplessis An informative audio guide the world. Visitors can download the in the late 1950s. Its remarkable his- The audio guide of the Turner and contents, available in French and in tory reveals that the landscape repre- the Sublime exhibition not only reveals English, on their smartphones. sents the Derwent Valley seen from the English master but also enables vis- the heights of Abraham, near Matlock Bath, a site in Derbyshire named to pay tribute to British General James Wolfe, who died on the Plains of Abra- COVER ham, during a pivotal battle in the Seven Years' War. "Atmosphere is my style." – Joseph Mallord William Turner, 1844 The art of the sublime The exhibition focuses on the theme of the sublime, a core concept of late 18th century aesthetics and art criti- cism in Germany and England, which spread throughout Europe in the 19th century. Irish writer Edmund Burke's seminal work A Philosophical Enquiry into the Origin of Our Ideas of the Sublime and Beautiful (1757) influ- enced an entire generation of artists by proposing a new conception of beauty, centred on the emotion that the force of nature arouses. This no- tion of the sublime expressed itself in Turner's work in dramatic landscapes describing spectacular storms, tumul- tuous seas and grandiose natural spaces. Turner, a master of landscapes Model: Eddy Mercedes Turner developed an eminently sen- Makeup -@mami_thani sitive conception of landscapes. He Photographer-@freshh_anderson sought to render atmospheric effects Lashes- @alooksnlashes through the suggestive power of Hair- @tishaannthompson & @scwarzkopfprofessional colour. He is recognized for his great mastery of the rendering of light on Spraytan - @babescosmetics the sea or mountainous landscapes Dress- @topshop glimpsed through clouds or rain. Throughout his life, the artist con- stantly travelled around England and in Europe. He is regarded as a master watercolourist and developed an es- pecially bold technique. His landscapes have a resolutely modern dimension. With Turner, landscape painting be- came a major art form. The first section of the exhibition is devoted to Turner's early works. The second section proposes a fine series of mountain landscapes, whose striking majesty is especially suited to render- ing the notion of the sublime. A spec- tacular series of historic and mythological scenes is followed by magnificent lakeside landscapes in Switzerland and Italy, including a su- perb series of views of Venice, in which • February 13, 2021 www. mtl times.ca 13 Super Bowl LV halftime show’s Montreal connection If you were one of the many viewers who ations throughout the duration of the pan- importance of research for the good of the were dazzled by the performance of R&B demic. The initiative accomplishes the goal people,” he said in a recent phone inter- star The Weeknd at last Sunday’s Super of creating safer work spaces that help stop view. And Professor Bouvier added that he Bowl LV halftime show in Tampa Bay, and the spread of the virus by providing social wants to share the honour with the 100 you enjoyed the technical wizardry that en- distancing and contact tracing solutions. student researchers who are working with hanced the show, you can thank a Mon- Since the establishment of Safeteams, it has him at the institute towards the goal of treal-based company for that. attracted the attention of over 50 compa- finding new and better medications and PixMob, a company that specializes in nies across Quebec, Canada and the U.S. treatments for cancer patients, with very wearable technology, wireless lighting and little of the devastating side effects that go crowd activation that are used toward cre- with it. He also dedicated the award to ating unique immersive experiences that in- Jacques de Champlain, his Ph. D mentor volve live audiences at special events, which and a former Killam Prize recipient. “I was creates an unforgettable way that connects a student at his lab, and he was like a sec- the crowd to the stage, was the brains be- ond father to me. The fact that I am follow- hind the one-of-kind visual experience of ing in his footsteps is very heartwarming,” that show. said Professor Bouvier. PixMob had a tough act to follow, given Professor Bouvier explained that his that they also put together the light show work on cell signaling and molecular phar- for the high energy halftime show last year macology involves understanding the at Super Bowl LIV, which featured Jennifer mechanisms that communicate to the cells Lopez and Shakira, and attracted over 104 and the proteins that signal the system to million viewers. And their impressive track target which drugs are working to help kill record includes creating visual effects for By Stuart Nulman cancer cells with less side effects that are such performers as Taylor Swift, Shawn usually associated with cancer treatments. Mendes and the Spice Girls, as well as a va- mtltimes.ca As well, he knows that owing to the fact riety of special events ranging from the that many people know someone who are opening ceremonies of the Olympics and * * * either battling cancer or have passed away playoff games involving the NHL and the Congratulations go out to Professor from it, that his work of digging through NBA. Michel Bouvier of the Universite de Mon- facts and data to find a better solution and To create and achieve the effects last Sun- treal, who was one of the five Canadians – create new therapies towards beating can- day at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, and the sole Montrealer – who won the cer must continue unabated. PixMob distributed over 22,500 LED wrist- prestigious Killam Prize. The $100,000 “Cancer is not one disease, but a collec- bands to those who attended the game, not prize, which is awarded to each recipient, tion of diseases. Each one has their own dif- to mention some 30,000 adapted LEDs for is presented by the Canada Council of the ferent causes. And with targeted therapies, the cardboard cut-outs that made up the Arts to honour Canadian doctors and we can find the source that causes these remainder of the crowd, as well as 500 scholars who are currently at work on different diseases,” said Professor Bouvier. ultra-powerful LED “flares” for the per- their respective cutting-edge innovations “In the war on cancer, there are many little formers on the field, 75 LED masks and 150 that are changing lives on a massive, global battles that we need to win, and we are “light-up eyes” that were placed on the face scale. fighting it battle by battle, but we are gain- shields that were worn by the choir who Professor Bouvier, who has been with the ing ground on this enemy.” accompanied The Weeknd. university for 32 years, was recognized in “Will we win more battles over the next As well, PixMob is doing their part to- the Health Sciences category. For the past 10 years? Yes. Will we finally eradicate can- wards tackling the COVID-19 pandemic 15 years, he has been running a laboratory cer over these same 10 years? I am not that has hit the events, commercial and in- on behalf of the university’s Institute for sure. But at least now, thanks to our re- dustrial sectors through an initiative that Research Immunology and Cancer, and it search and tireless work, we are saving the they have created called Safeteams. was his work in the fields of cell signaling lives of thousands and thousands of peo- Safeteams uses PIXMob’s wearable tech- and molecular pharmacology that earned ple.” nologies acumen in order to assist various him the prize. For more information on the Killam organizations and companies who want to “It’s almost like winning a personal Nobel Prize, go to: reopen their doors or maintain safe oper- Prize. It’s great that society recognizes the www.killamprogram.canadacouncil.ca . 14 www. mtl times.ca February 13, 2021 • • February 13, 2021 www. mtl times.ca 15 The COVID Effect: Canadians trust doctors and scientists while politicians and employers lose ground As the first anniversary of the pandemic low at 27 per cent. Similarly, trust in man- trusted companies at 24 per cent, com- hitting Canada approaches, Canadians hold agement is at 28 per cent and boards of di- pared to Shoppers Drug Mart as one of the highest trust levels for scientists and rectors at 26 per cent. In positive findings, the most trusted at 56 per cent doctors, while politicians and employers trust in Canadian financial markets in- • Canadians are divided about how the are sliding down the trust scale. A resound- creased over the year from 36 per cent to pandemic has made them feel toward fel- ing 85 per cent of Canadians also agree 43 per cent. low citizens, with 31 per cent saying they that it is very or extremely important for "The dismally poor representation of feel more together and united, 44 per cent citizens to have access to fact-based jour- gender and diversity on Canada's boards is saying they feel no difference and 26 per nalism. Canadians want advice from ex- certainly undermining trust. When people cent saying they feel less together and perts and information based on facts, both don't see themselves reflected, they can't united. Atlantic region residents, at 37 per traits that support a healthy democracy. trust their interests are considered," said cent, are most likely to feel more united The results come from the 2021 Proof MacLellan. and only 14 per cent of them feel less to- Strategies CanTrust Index, one of the Trust in reliable information about gether. largest studies of trust by Canadians in COVID-19 and vaccines An East-West Divide in Canada leaders, sources and institutions. The sur- For reliable information about COVID- In general, trust in Canada's major insti- vey of 1,517 Canadians was conducted Jan- 19, 63 per cent of Canadians trust tutions is falling in the west and stable in uary 8-20, 2021 and follows a year of Canada's Chief Medical Officer of Health, the east. Falling trust in the three Prairie pandemic disruption and deaths, racial in- 61 per cent trust their provincial health of- Provinces is a key drag on overall national equalities coming to a boiling point and an ficer and 59 per cent trust the World trust averages. In particular, trust in Prairie economic recession affecting millions of Health Organization. The influence of Premiers has plummeted from 38 per cent workers. CEOs in discussing the pandemic is limited, in 2020 to 22 per cent in 2021, with Pre- "Canadians are telling us very clearly who as only 24 per cent trust this group on the mier Jason Kenney of Alberta falling 17 per they trust to get us through the pandemic, topic of COVID-19. In the middle, 46 per cent. By contrast, trust in Atlantic Premiers and the advice they want comes from labs cent of Canadians say they trust journalists has increased 14 per cent to 50 per cent not legislatures and medicine not manage- for COVID-19 information. over the year among residents of that re- ment," said Bruce MacLellan, President & Overall, 64 per cent of people say they gion. In Canada's largest province, On- CEO of Proof Strategies. trust the vaccine to be safe and effective. tario's Premier has gained 5 percentage The three most trusted sources of "reli- Among lower income Canadians, trust in points, rising from a trust level of 28 per able information" in general are doctors at the vaccine is significantly lower at 50 per cent last year to 33 per cent during the cent. 81 per cent, scientists at 77 per cent and pandemic. friends and family at 64 per cent. Educators "Our research indicates that lower in- are trusted by 62 per cent. In contrast, come and younger Canadians in particular Trust in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is business executives are trusted by 24 per have the most significant levels of vaccine now at 32 per cent, down from 39 per cent cent and politicians by 18 per cent. hesitancy," said Vanessa Eaton, Executive a year ago, and his trust levels have fallen The CanTrust Index, now in its sixth year, Vice President at Proof Strategies. "In over the year in all five regions of the coun- has consistently shown high trust levels order to achieve optimal vaccination levels, try, including a significant drop of 9 per among Canadians for their key public serv- we need to better understand their con- cent in two provinces, British Columbia ices such as healthcare, education and the cerns so we can better address them. A and Ontario. military. Canadians trust government serv- communication strategy, grounded in med- Racism and Equity ices and the public sector, but not the ical expertise and fact sharing, is needed to In a year when racism and social inequity politicians who oversee it. help increase trust and build a bridge from have come to the forefront, Canadians "While conspiracy theories and polariza- where we are today to where we need to identify individual citizens at 59 per cent as tion are major issues south of the border, be in months from now." having the greatest responsibility to ad- Canada is in a healthier state of trust. Our Seven-in-ten Canadians are checking dress these issues, followed closely by the scientific and medical community should be news sources regularly for pandemic up- federal (58 per cent) and provincial govern- at the decision table and encouraged to dates, with 28 per cent checking multiple ments (57 per cent). On a scale of zero to keep speaking the truth," added MacLellan. times a day and 42 per cent checking every 100, Canadians assign a score of 62 for Employers Receive Falling Grades day or so, underscoring both the domi- Canada's record of providing opportunity Canada's employees are giving a poor nance of the issue and the trust in the regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or grade to their own employers about their news media. gender. Concerns about systemic racism capacity to build trust during this pan- Other Survey Findings are certain to shape trust in Canada and it demic. Overall, employees give employers • Trust in hospitals remains strong at 67 per is not a coincidence that trust in the RCMP a D grade in January 2021, down from a C- cent and trust in the Canadian healthcare has fallen by 10 per cent to 50 per cent in January 2020. Frontline service workers, system is at 63 per cent compared to one year ago. There have a group severely tested by the pandemic, • Trust in Canada's military is at 58 per been several challenges facing the organi- have dropped the grade of their employers cent, with the highest trust in Quebec at zation during 2020 and only 41 per cent of from C- to D-. 62 per cent lower income Canadians now trust the Trust in large corporations remains very • Facebook remains one of the least RCMP. 16 www. mtl times.ca February 13, 2021 • Musely delivery by drone
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