February 2018, Vol

Montreal West Viewspaper February 2018, Vol. 46, No. 1

Thanks to MoWest United and the Hor- ticultural Society who are the backbone of MoWest delivers... turkeys! this event and to the CLSC Benny Farm Homecare team who not only help with the Once again this year, the community and December 25 – even though it was snowing lists of recipients, but many dedicated friends proved that others matter. big time! – all 32 families shovelled out their health care workers take part in the event. Twenty-one ovens cooked turkeys and cars and loaded their children to go to the many baked their favourite goodies prior to church where 20 people were busy putting from Joan Foster the annual Slice and Dice at MW United the Christmas meal together. on December 24 when close to 50 people 243 meals were delivered to those in our Photos: (top left) Ella Beck, Ben Smith and Delfine showed up to carve turkeys, make stuffing, and surrounding communities who were un- Smith. Ella is one of the longest serving volunteers of prepare 120 pounds of potatoes, wrap gifts able to go out to a Christmas meal owing to the Christmas turkey meal and Delfine, one of the and prepare dessert containers. Then on frailty, illness or isolation. youngest; (top right) Slice and Dice team

INDEX Community Centre ...... 16-17 CRA ...... 8-9 Guides...... 13 IODE ...... 4 Kosher corner ...... 15 Libraries ...... 7, 15 Mailbox ...... 4 News from the pews...... 14 Réunion du Conseil ...... 19 Rotary ...... 5 Navigating through big blue snowbanks. Schools...... 6-7 Brock North, January 2018 Scouts ...... 12 Town Council Report ...... 18 2

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EXECUTIVE BOARD Jeannette Brooker - Chair Jeanne Ragbir - Secretary Bob King - Treasurer Heather Baylis Véronique Belzil-Boucher René Boucher Cynthia Koomas Maurice Krystal Lise McVey Julia Ross There was a foot of snow on the ground and no-look pass to his son, Matthew who whipped a Rhonda Schwartz the thermometer hovered around minus 20 (and one-timer to the back of the net. EDITOR-IN-CHIEF maybe a little bit lower than that inside our Game 4 was another nail biter. The Light- Heather Baylis beloved Legion Rink). What could be ing scored on their first shift but then 489-7022 better than that for the 17th annual gave up two quick ones and trailed Steve and Rob Michelin Memo- the Bruins 2 to 1 at the half. An LAYOUT DESIGNER Julia Ross rial Hockey Tournament, our early goal in the second half [email protected] own local version of hockey’s gave the Bruins a 2-goal lead. Winter Classic? Yossi Matthews scored his AD MANAGER This year we were back to second of the game to close Vaughan McVey four teams, making the tour- the gap to one goal, but a 484-6330 [email protected] nament a little bit smaller but Bruins slap shot restored the no less fun and certainly no 2-goal lead with only 5 min- DISTRIBUTION MANAGER less exciting than previous utes to play. Cue the Light- Rhonda Schwartz 482-0227 years. Making things extra spe- ning comeback! Lavie RATES cial this year were some new fa- Freedman scored from in close. 1/6 page: $50. billed annually or ther and son duos, and one duo Defenseman Shawn Rozansky semi-annually. Monthly billing that became a trio as the youngsters pinched in and scored to tie the game $60/per insertion. were finally old enough to play in the at 4. And then, in the waning minutes, 1/12 page: $30. billed annually. show. Lavie Freedman blasted a slap shot 5-hole to Monthly billing $35/insertion. In the opening contest, the Devils combined clinch the game and the Tournament for the Flyers: $50 (non-profit) $85 (com- youth and experience (they had the four youngest Lightning. mercial) players – Max and Luke Moreau, Matthew Game 5 pitted the Lightning against the Dev- Professional card: $135/year Bruemmer and Matthew Doré and two of the ils, the Devils playing for pride and the Lightning Subscriptions: $20 oldest – Paul Moreau and Mauro Degano – in to go undefeated. The Devils carried a 2 to 1 lead Classifieds: 25-50 words – $10 their line-up) to battle the Big Bad Bruins, forced late into the game but the Lightning scored a cou- 25 words or fewer – $6 to play this year without their leader, President ple of quick ones and closed out the Tournament th TASK FORCE Darren McGuire, sidelined with a bum knee. with a 5 to 3 win. The 6 and final game was a René Boucher Rookie goalie Luke Moreau was fearless and high scoring affair as Kevin McGuire and Jeannette Brooker flawless in his first Michelin Tournament game Matthew Yaremko traded hat tricks as the Bruins Lina Harun Cynthia Koomas and stood on his head allowing the Devils to beat the Sharks 8 to 4. Lise McVey storm back twice from two goals down to force Once again, the Steve and Rob Michelin Me- Maryl Murphy overtime. Kevin McGuire was the hero for the morial Hockey Tournament was a tremendous Jeanne Ragbir Randi Weitzner Bruins, scoring in OT on a breakaway. success – great hockey, great sportsmanship and In Game 2, the Lightning took advantage of an great fun. While the final numbers have yet to be The Informer is published nine times a year (usually) on the last weekend early Sharks’ own-goal (poor Chris Kearney, it tallied, we raised at least $10,000 pushing our 17- of the month except June, July and was the only mistake he made in organizing and year total to more than $450,000. December. Typesetting by Informer playing in this year’s tournament) and hung on for Thanks to everyone who make this such a staff, printing by Imprimerie Provost. Extra copies available at Town Hall 3 to 1 victory, the last goal scored into the empty great event: Mike Barrett and Jake Sutherland and both libraries. Funded, in part, net. at the rink, Simon Rodunchuk and his fellow ref- by the Town of Montreal West. Arti- In Game 3, the Sharks bounced back to win a erees, Randi Weitzner for all the great pictures cles are printed in French or Eng- lish, as submitted. close contest over the Devils. Matthew Yaremko and the folks at Pasteizza for treating us right at carried the load for the Sharks, sniping four goals. the post-tournament beer and pizza bash. And of NEXT ISSUE DEADLINE A highlight for the Devils was a father-son course our biggest thank you goes to Chris Kear- February 7 “Golden Goal” scored when Marc “the Elder” ney for pulling everything together. Without Doré dug the puck out of the corner and made a Chris, there would be no tournament. 3 Celebrating over 50 years of early education MoWest’s MTQ-KPH-Turcot Neighbourhood Committee Many local residents who grew up in and community spirit! In large part due to Montreal West have something in common the ongoing support of MoWest partici- representative that goes beyond the same hometown. pants, the event was a great success raising Ranging in ages from two to four, Mo- the operating funds needed to support West children have had their first chance to school activities as well as the new Parent venture away from their parents to enjoy a and Tots program. morning full of educational fun, exploration Much gratitude is owed to all of the and socialization. event’s sponsors from around NDG, Mon- Six decades later, Curzon is still offering treal and Côte Saint-Luc, but a special programming for local youngsters lead by thanks goes to Joe Beef and to MoWest a dedicated group of teachers who love to contributors including MW United Church, teach, nurture and develop the knowledge The Amazing Todsky, MoWest Fire Sta- and abilities of our children. tion, Coiffure Louis Robert, Dr. John Annual fundraiser a success Drummond, Emma’s, Esthetique Elle- quence, Les Délices Lafrenaie, Pharma- Recently the cooperative preschool prix, Budning and the Marché des Fleurs hosted its 15th annual auction and fund- Westminster. raiser. Curzon parents worked together to For more information about the school deliver a wonderful evening filled with live or its open house on March 26, please visit music and entertainment, wonderful food curzonpreschool.com.

On November 23, the Quebec Min- istry of Transportation (MTQ) nomi- nated Suzanne Barwick, a resident of Brock South, as the MoWest’s representative for issues concerning the KPH- St. James’ Literary Turcot construction project. Lieutenant Demetrios Georgiou, MW Public Se- Society curity, also holds a committee position. Roughly every two months there is St. James’ Literary Society will be in an MTQ-KPH Turcot Neighbourhood MoWest March 27 and April 24 Committee meeting that represents The talk on March 27 is on Médecins NDG/Westmount/MoWest. The com- Sans Frontières (MSF) an independent in- mittee includes representatives from ternational humanitarian organisation that each borough/town, the City of Mon- delivers emergency medical aid to people treal, the Service de Police de la Ville affected by armed conflict, epidemics, nat- de Montreal (SPVM), KPH, and MTQ. ural and man-made disasters or by exclu- The committee was created to inform sion from health care in more than 60 the population about public informa- countries around the world. tion meetings and public consultations. Every year MSF sends about 3,000 doc- Through the committee representa- tors, nurses, logisticians, water-and-sanita- tives, many topics are brought forth tion experts, administrators and other from traffic concerns to bicycle access professionals to work alongside over 25,000 and green spaces. A major portion of locally hired staff. In 2016 this included 343 the meetings is reserved to inform the Canadians from many different professional public on the next steps in the KPH backgrounds. Turcot construction project and to hear Drawing on the guest speaker’s (Nick the affected sectors’ concerns. Annejohn) own experiences and those of These meetings are open to the pub- colleagues, this illustrated talk will go be- lic and the next meeting will take place hind the scenes to examine how these or- on Tuesday, February 6, 7-9 pm at the ganizations face the practical challenges of Centre Saint-Raymond (5600 Upper- delivering aid where it is most needed. Lachine Road). A question period will follow. If you need further information re- John Simms Community Centre, 7 pm. garding the KPH-Turcot construction Reservations essential (484-0146); $12 for project as it relates to the Town of non-members. stjamesliterarysociety.com. MontrealWest, contact Suzanne at Read more about the April meeting in the [email protected]. next issue. 4 M a i l b o x

I read with empathy in your implemented with a view to addressing le- previous issue Mrs. Hammer- gitimate concerns raised by residents. It has schmidt’s comments on the de- never been my desire nor is it Council’s Landscape Designer plorable traffic situation in our town and wish to want to create a gated community Myke Hodgins Mr. Rodgers’ response which correctly in Montreal West. None of these measures states that MoWest “will always be a junc- are inspired by a desire to disconnect from Myke Hodgins, Principal Landscape tion between neighborhoods and high- adjoining communities. I will fully admit to Architect and Director of his firm Hodgins ways.” That being a given, why do we try you and all that our priority as a Town has et Associés Architectes Paysagistes, since to turn it into a gated community discon- always been to increase pedestrian safety 1986, has built a team known for its inno- nected traffic-wise from its adjoining com- even at the expense of vehicular traffic. vative award-winning garden designs. munities? Our quick fix answer to our I fully appreciate that some of the traffic “Collaboration, innovation and timeless traffic problems is to block off streets, re- decisions made over the years cause some design” is the caption on their website. duce Westminster Av. to a single lane each inconvenience to our residents. And, to that Myke’s passion for garden design has way at intersections and put oversize speed end, I am very open to receiving concrete meant over 30 years of creating original and bumps everywhere so our children can play and thoughtful proposals at the Town’s sustainable landscapes, and the Horticul- safely in our streets rather than in our parks. Traffic and Safety Committee (TSC) as to tural Society is thrilled to have Myke return With the Turcot disruption, did we con- how we can better address some of the is- for another promising engagement on Mon- sider temporarily re-opening Broughton (at sues you have highlighted. For example, we day, February 19, 7:30 at the Town Hall. Westminster) to siphon off the traffic at the are currently reviewing the size of certain Everyone is welcome. Admission is $5 Avon intersection for drivers heading for speed humps on Strathearn and intend on or $20 for all of 2018. the 2/20 highway? Would the good burghers modifying them (this came about by virtue of Broughton have acquiesced? This would of a productive exchange between a con- relieve the congestion until Turcot is com- cerned resident and the Town, and the Town pleted. seeking out professional expertise). As for Once the new roadwork is completed on any other measures or decisions we may the Ste. Anne de Bellevue Boul. linking it adopt, I do not intend to make such recom- to the 2/20, will our town again block off mendations to Council until such time as Brock S. and thus eliminate another access the TSC has appropriately and fully delib- to and exit from our town for our citizens as erated the matter. The composition of the well as other users of our urban road grid? TSC is currently being revised and a formal Children at Henry Gor- by-law as to the Committee’s scope, man- don Academy in Cartwright, Robert DesLauriers date and responsibilities will soon be Labrador, were thrilled to CouncilÊs response adopted by Council. choose a new knitted tuque Please note that I encourage you to call on the first day back at The traffic situation in our Town is defi- or meet with me to discuss in greater detail school. Canada Post took nitely challenging at times, and difficulty in any and all ideas you may want to bring to only a couple of weeks to getting to and from the Town has been ac- my attention. deliver the parcel sent by HMS Victory centuated of late as a result of the Turcot Regards, Chapter. project. Many of the traffic configurations Dino Mazzone We have several knitters around town, and traffic calming measures adopted by the Public Security and who knit tuques and mitts for the Chapter. Town over the years were considered and Special Projects Fundraising The mitts are knitted from real wool to withstand the colder temperatures up there on the Labrador coast The wool is donated on the front porch at 131 Wolseley Avenue North. Thanks to the donors, the knitters, and also the congregation of MW United Church who provide so many toiletries and goodies to Heather Ferguson, our Assis- tant Services Officer. One recent delivery to Chez Doris included four cases of Always sanitary pads which were donated to us, and we have received a large box of beautiful cosmetic samples too. The 74th annual general meeting of IODE HMS Victory Chapter will be held on Tuesday, February 13 at the home of Na- dine Fenton, 241 Ballantyne Avenue North, at 2 pm. Reports on volunteer hours, service work, etc. will be presented; refresh- ments will be served. All ladies are welcome to join us. Please call Nadine at 485-9127 to say that you will be coming. from Janet King 5 R o t a r y Call for applications Planning Advisory Committee Ziena Kahwan of Action Sport Physio: The Town is looking for residents interested in participating on the Plan- ning Advisory Committee (PAC). PAC “Eat less – it’s effortless” reviews and makes recommendations to Council on requests related to urban longer hungry. She showed us how portion planning and development including sizes have increased over the last 20 years site planning and architectural integra- and used pop corn that has doubled in size tion programs, minor exemptions, zon- and calories from 270 to 540. ing amendments and periodic urban The first thing we should do is change to planning and building bylaw review. a smaller plate; a nine inch plate is ideal. This committee holds meetings twice The second, see all you eat. Serve yourself a month on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm the whole meal and leave some food on and, occasionally, holds extra meet- your plate. This includes wrappers, shells ings. The Committee has seven regular and bones. Her third tip was out of sight, out and four alternate members, with re- of mind. She said to leave serving dishes on newable two-year terms. the stove or in the kitchen. Put leftovers in Candidates for this position should: the back of the fridge and wrap them in tin • be a resident of Montreal West; foil. Her fourth was to eat slowly. Ziena said • be available for evening meetings; to pace yourself with the slowest eater. Also • have expertise, training or an inter- eat with your non-dominant hand or eat est in urban planning, architecture, with chopsticks or put your fork down or engineering, development, heritage, take a sip of water after each bite. It takes construction or landscape design. the body twenty minutes to realize it is full. To apply for this volunteer position, The last tip we were given was to take away please send your résumé and a cover the convenience of food. She said find letter explaining your reasons for ap- harder ways to open resealed food; try duct plying by March 2 to: Ziena Kahwan has been taping those snacks food shut instead of Vlad Florea-Archir working as a dietician for the using the “chip clip.” Try moving your chair Urban Planning Manager last four years and has been four inches further away from the table. Building Inspector with Action Sport Physio for Also move food farther away because con- [email protected] the last year. venience equals impulse. The first thing Ziena said was that por- Rotarian Ramesh thanked our speaker Colleen Feeney, tion size was important and promised to tell by saying that he did not have a dietician in Councillor us five ways to change our environment so his day but he did look up to Gandhi. He Finance, Administration, we eat less. said he also had to use his non-dominant Human Resources The number one reason people stop eat- hand because of a skiing injury (probably and Urban Planning ing is because they have finished everything après-ski) and it did help him lose weight. on their plate, not because they are no ValentineÊs dinner and dance Join us Saturday, February 10 at 7 pm at A program specifically created the Town Hall. Valentine’s buffet dinner $40 for the woman’s body followed by dancing. We will have a cash Included in each membership: bar. For tickets, please email Vince at vin- • A huge variety of classes (HIIT, Box- [email protected]. ing, Kettlebells, Booty Building...) Come join us for lunch • 5 days a week: morning, evening and weekend warriors. The Rotary Club of Montreal Westward • All levels of fitness meets Thursdays at the Town Hall. Lunch- • Personalized Holistic Nutrition Plan eon buffet is served at 12:30 pm with • Monthly Nutrition Workshop speaker at around 1 pm. Cost for a guest is • Proper form classes and more $20. Your attendance brings good speakers TRY A WEEK FOR FREE and good fellowship. If you know a local GET 25% OFF OUR 3-MONTH business person, please ask him or her to be TRANSFORMATION CHALLENGE a speaker and to attend a meeting. The Ro- 156 Ronald Drive tary Club of Montreal Westward is always [email protected] looking to embrace new members. www.hourglassworkout.com For information please contact Doug Yeats at [email protected] It’s not Just a Workout, It’s a Lifestyle from Doug Yeats 6 Edinburgh School

A e parent cooperativ in Montreal-West Edinburgh’s winter music concert

The students and staff of Edinburgh held their winter music concert on December 20 and 21 under the guidance of music teacher Mr. Radu Covaciu. Students from kinder- garten to grade 6 had been preparing for this performance since September and they put on a magnificent show. Students recited traditional and holiday songs in different languages such as Ninna Mamma (Italian), Des Colores (Spanish), Nes Gadol Haya Sham (Jewish), Togo (Polyne- sian) and Syiahamba (South African). The concert concluded with a stunning performance from our grade 6 students on the djembes. Our students are looking forward to their next performance in the spring.

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The Great Canadian Mail Race The grade 1 students in room 1 have joined the The Great Canadian Mail Race! They received a letter from a student in Ontario, inviting them to respond and to write to different elementary schools in Kadeja Lefebvre B.Sc. ND Canada. The race is to see which student re- Member of the Canadian Association ceives a response the fastest! Room 1 stu- of Naturopathic Doctors dents wrote their letters and sealed their envelopes. They are sending them all over Canada, from Prince Edward Island to André Lalonde M.Sc.S, ND, LMT British Columbia. They are all excited to Naturopathic Clinician Licensed Massage Therapist see who will get an answer first! Robot Spelling „Bee‰! Jennifer Brennan, M.Sc., CNS Nutrition Practitioner As part of EBS’s STEAM and Robotics initiatives, the grade 1 students have been Tiffany Bukacheski M.A., OPQ using the Bee-Bot robot in order to spell Licensed Psychologist rhyming word family words. After using their spelling knowledge to figure out how each word is spelled, students are given the An integrative and interdisciplinary opportunity to program the Bee-Bot so that approach to wellness. it will move and land on the letters they want. This activity gives the students the Come see us to learn more about our services opportunity to use their knowledge of im- www.ihcmontreal.com 514 485 6789 portant spatial concepts such as left, right, forward and backward all while practising their spelling. What a fun way to learn! 7 École des Amis-du-Monde MW Public Library

Marché de Noël Arts. Madame Jacquelinet, notre pro- 481-7441 Le jeudi 7 décembre a eu lieu la deux- fesseure de musique, nous a remis des petits Reservations/requests: ième édition de notre Marché de Noël. Le chapeaux de lutins. Puis, nous sommes allés [email protected] chanter. C’est notre chorale qui commençait tout se déroulait au gymnase et plusieurs Head Librarian: [email protected] classes y participaient. En fait, les enfants le spectacle. C’était une journée magnifique avaient été invités à confectionner dif- et magique. J’espère que l’année prochaine, férents articles qu’ils devaient ensuite ven- notre école fera encore ce concert. Elizaveta, 6e année Happy New Year and we look forward to dre. Une table offrait même de succulentes seeing you back at the library. sucreries, pour le plaisir de tous. Certaines réalisations avaient été bricolées en classe Inscription année scolaire 2018-2019 Opening hours et d’autres, en présence des éducatrices du Déjà le temps de songer à inscrire votre Monday and Tuesday service de garde. enfant pour la prochaine année scolaire. Au moment de la soirée, les en- 10 am-6 pm and 7-9 pm Vous devez communiquer avec le secré- Wednesday and Thursday seignants(es) et les éducatrices accompag- tariat pour prendre rendez-vous à compter naient certains élèves aux différentes tables 10 am-4 pm and 7-9 pm du 15 janvier. La semaine officielle des in- Saturdays: noon-4 pm et les parents et voisins étaient invités à scriptions est la semaine du 5 février. Le venir acheter les réalisations des enfants, numéro de téléphone du secrétariat est le We are reviewing our opening hours; let tout en écoutant de la musique de Noël. 369-6951. us know what you think! Cette deuxième édition a attiré de nom- L’an prochain, l’école aura huit locaux Coming events breux acheteurs et a fait le plaisir des de classes supplémentaires. élèves, qui amassaient des fonds pour des February 20 activités éducatives dans leur classe. 2 pm Ce sera un autre Joan Foster on communicating with beau rendez-vous pour Noël⁄ your health care provider Spectacle de la chorale de l’école en Some new items at the library prestation à l’Espace culturel Georges-Éti- enne-Lapalme de la Place des Arts DVDs Le matin du 14 décembre était juste un Game of Thrones – Season 7 matin comme les autres. Nous nous Victoria and Abdul sommes réveillés et on est allés à l’école. Rake Seasons 2 and 3 C’est au midi que notre chorale est allée On the Way to School chanter à la Place des Arts. On est arrivés un peu avant la prise de son. Alors, on est Fiction allés au centre commercial du Complexe Desjardins pour écouter un petit spectacle Kathleen Barber Are You Sleeping de Noël; c’était inspirant. C’était main- Fiona Mozley Elmet tenant le temps d’aller pour la prise de son Mystery et répéter pour une dernière fois. Il y avait trois chorales des écoles de notre commis- John Lawton Friends and Traitors sion scolaire. Nous avons été dans une grande salle de répétition de la Place des Non-Fiction Richard F Thomas Why Bob Dylan Matters Phil Kay Redeployment (National Book Award Winner) Scott Kelly Endurance A Mombourquette 25 Years of 22 Minutes A few points to remember We have become a food drop off-point for NDG Food Depot. Come and bring in a non-perishable item. We are now accepting reservations, requests and renewals in email. Simply email the library with your request and information to [email protected]. Include the name of the item and the date it is due back and the type of item (DVD, book, talking book or magazine). Check out our Facebook page to keep up to date on all the events. 8

A year in review In 2017 the CRA offered munity baseball team, the Mud- 17 programs for children ages hens, had 4 teams playing in 4 3 to 18 years old. Each season age categories. This year the brought a new set of sports Malcolm Mudhen Volunteer and activities. Many of these Coach Recognition Award was programs require volunteer presented to Paul Bordo for his coaches, assistant coaches, team years of volunteer coaching and managers and parents. To these for keeping the spirit of the volunteers we would like to say Mudhens alive in MoWest. thank you for all your hard The rugby program, under work, time and dedication to the direction of Head Coach our community and its children. Susy Binstock, entered teams Spring 2017 brought a rainy from U6 to U12 in jamborees soccer season but, once the all over Montreal for the second Marc Garneau, Scott MacKenzie and Mayor Masella as Santa’s elves ground was dry, players from 4 year. With a group of dedicated to 18 took to the fields kicking rugby volunteer coaches, our and passing a soccer ball. little rugger played every Sun- Santa’s Breakfast! Down by Percival Field or day against other teams and had “Henway Park” our intercom- an amazing season. Thank you to everyone who helped support the Skating show, March 2017 CRA by attending breakfast with Santa on Sunday, December 17. Over 300 people joined in all the holiday celebrations. Radio station 92.5 was there to keep the festive music going. Another special guest was The Honorable Marc Garneau who worked side by side with volunteers to make sure the event went smoothly. The CRA would like to extend a heart-felt thank you to all the INCREDIBLY dedicated volunteers who worked so hard in the kitchen, clearing tables, wash- ing, cooking, setting up, cleaning up and, of course, who could forget Santa himself. Thank you to Paula Cordeau and her team at the Community Centre and the Town for their support in helping us plan and set up this event. Thank you to our sponsors for your generous con- tributions! IGA Lipari, McDonalds, Pharmaprix and Melissa Ross, Pâtisserie de la Gare, Emma Boutique Gourmande, Bol de Fruit de Qualité, Marché de fleurs Westminister, Richard Gianfelice.

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Our outdoor soccer program Judo completed its third year had a record 31 teams ranging and our volunteer sensei Steve from U8-U15. Greg Macgre- Morissette has built a success- gor and Alison Piela had our ful program teaching judo tech- teams playing twice a week niques and building self- doing drills and playing some confidence to each participant. incredible games. New this In December there was an im- year: the U8 girls played a fan- pressive judo demonstration tastic exhibition game against a and belting ceremony. We look Pointe Claire team. forward to watching the end of The Norman Rae Volunteer year demonstration in April. Coach Award for 2017 was The ever popular indoor soc- awarded to Steven Tasker and cer program under the direction Dr. Robert Barnes in recogni- of Greg Macgregor has been tion of their dedication and teaching the kids new tech- commitment and leadership as niques, skills and play fast mov- a coach. ing scrimmages. The figure skating program Our newest program Sport- Eric Rayment, Randi Weitzner and Ian Bresler held the annual skating show in ball made its debut in 2017 with March to a standing room only a sold out class. Coach Matt music, food and gifts for all the double letter hockey program crowd. This year’s show fea- and coach T are back for the players. Congratulations to congratulations to the Bantam tured music from the Sound of winter and spring to help kids 3 Randi Weitzner who was BB Westluc Maroons who won Music, Maleficent and Aladdin and up develop skills while in- awarded the Sam and Jean the Lachine Bantam tourna- in 14 separate numbers with troducing 8 different sports. Ducharme Hockey Coach/Volun- ment in December. More con- solos and group demonstra- Women’s indoor soccer teer of the Year Award. Thank gratulations to the ATAA tions. This annual skating show coached by Greg Macgregor is you to everyone who came out to Maroons who captured a win at is put together by a team of in- another popular program that support this hockey fund-raiser. the Shawinigan tournament in credible volunteers. A big thank fills up quickly. This group of A special thank you to Emma January. you to organiser Anne Smith, players has a range of abilities Boutique Gourmande who do- To wrap things up, 2017 was her daughter Heather Smith as and experience but all work nated tables full of goodies in a busy year of sport in MoWest well as all the volunteers. hard and have a great time. This order to support the bake sale. and we are looking forward to Under the direction of year we will add back an out- This year the single letter another great year, Go Mud- Mackenzie Bullett and her door session in the spring. 2017-2018 season has 15 teams hens, Go Knights Go! Go! Go! team of coaches, our newest The Future Stars has our from Novice to Midget. Con- skaters from the Learn to Skate mini Knights ages 4 -6 working gratulations to our Peewee A Spring registration program performed in two sep- hard learning hockey skills and Knights who were the finalists arate numbers, You’re Never improving their skating skills in the Cougar Cup in Ottawa. Opens mid-March online at Fully Dressed Without a Smile under the direction of our Our Novice A team went to mwcrasports.ca : Intro to base- and You Can’t Stop the Beat. hockey Director Eric Rayment. semi finals in CSL in November ball, T-Ball, intercommunity They did a fantastic job per- Hockey Holiday Day was and Atom B teams are also baseball, Gymtastic, Little forming and had the crowd on held December 10 and hosted doing well in the St. Laurent Strikers soccer, micro soccer, their feet with cheers and ap- over 24 teams from the Lac St. tournament in January going to Outdoor soccer, women’s out- plause. Louis region. The day was full of the semi finals in January. In the door soccer, rugby, Sportball.

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Agglomeration budget outrage At our last meeting in December, your Town Council passed a budget that saw an increase for the average home in Montreal West of 0.99%. This was based on an expected increase in our Agglomeration Council bill of approximately 2.5%. You have undoubtedly heard about the outrageous increase in the Agglo budget for 2018, prepared by the Plante-Dorais administration. They inflated the Agglo communiqué budget by such an amount that the increase in Mon- COUNCIL treal West’s charges for Agglomeration services has gone up by 9%! And that increase came without any notice or discussion. Our increase is the second high- est on the island; our bill going from $5.17 M to over $5.63 M, up by $460 K. Urban plan update measures were implemented; What does that mean for our tax bill? If we passed traffic lights were installed at the whole 9% increase in the Town’s Agglo charge Back in June 2009, after a resident Westminster and Avon; Strat- completely along to taxpayers, the effect would be survey and two public consulta- hearn parking lot was im- that your tax bill would increase about 4%. This is un- tions, MoWest Council adopted proved; new parking spots were acceptable to Council, so we have reopened our its Urban Planning Programme. created where needed. budget to make adjustments, in an attempt to absorb The plan is available on the Town’s the increase without unduly burdening residents. website and identifies several long- 5) Enhancing Neighbourhood Life These adjustments will include cuts to some ex- term objectives for the Town. Numerous traffic studies were penses, delays in some capital works and a change in In 2017, Council reviewed the undertaken and measures im- the way some capital works are funded—by using Urban Plan to assess how we had plemented to improve safety; some of our surplus. We will work to ensure no cuts done in the implementation of sidewalk snow and ice removal in service. This revised budget will be presented and these objectives. By our tally, 48 of was prioritized; new pedestrian passed at the January 29 Council meeting. the goals or, 72% had either been crosswalks were installed. Is the Agglo budget a fait accompli? The short answer completed or were ongoing, with 6) Improving Municipal Facilities is, no. As soon as the Agglo budget was deposited, the 18 still to tackle. The following is and Services mayors of the suburban municipalities voiced their a brief update on some of our Plans were developed for a anger. The Association of Suburban Municipalities progress. Recreation Complex and gov- (ASM) has kept the issue in the public spotlight. As 1) Town Centre Revitalization ernment grants were pursued; president of the ASM, I have been interviewe d by all A company was hired to con- a dog run was established. of the Montréal media outlets and led a press confer- trol the spread of graffiti; archi- 7) Green Planning ence on January 12 to formally demand the Plante- Dorais administration revise its budget. All 15 tectural guidelines regarding A study was conducted on signage and facades for the suburban mayors have sent formal letters and council Town building energy efficiency, resolutions to Mayor Plante and our provincial MNAs. commercial district on West- and work is under way to im- minster are under way; Phase 1 plement key recommendations; Will the Agglo budget change? While we are staying of Davies Park revitalization bylaws have been amended to optimistic that Mayor Plante will work with her sub- was completed, with Phase 2 protect trees during construc- urban partners to revise her budget, the reality is that, planned for 2018. tion and limit hardscaping; a with an absolute majority on the Agglo Council, she 2) Land Use and Zoning Changes tree inventory was done and a can pass and defend any budget she wants. This further tree policy is near completion. illustrates the inequity and flawed nature of the ag- Zoning bylaws were revised to glomeration system as it is structured now. The silver harmonize density and setbacks The Urban Plan provides the long- lining in this mess is that it may be the impetus to con- on Westminster South. term vision for the Town and gives vince the provincial government that a structural 3) Infrastructure Renewal us the road map to implement change to the Agglo is long overdue. changes as funds become available. Over 20% of the Town’s road Council will contin ue to review Coffee with the Mayor and water infrastructure re- the plan and work on the stated newal has been completed, with objectives. The next Coffee with the Mayor will take place on plans for work on Percival in Thursday, February 22, at 7:30 to 8:30 am in the Com- 2018. munity Centre. 4) Transportation and Traffic Ma- Colleen Feeney, Councillor nagement Urban Planning, Finance, Adminis- Beny Masella, Mayor A traffic calming policy was cre- tration and Human Resources Town of Montreal West ated; numerous traffic calming [email protected] [email protected]

MW Town Council newsletter • (514) 481-8125 • [email protected] • Issue 36, February 2018 Can you help make MoWest safer? All in favour, say, “Aye”

Committee applications crime with police authorities. This helps di- If you’ve ever attended a council meeting rect needed SPVM resources to our com- in Montreal West, you may have been We start the New Year by seeking appli- munity. Third, I want to put your mind at struck by the apparent unanimity of cations from MoWest residents who wish ease: while any incidence of crime is one council votes. Typically, a councillor will to form part of the Town’s Traffic and too many, as of November 30, 2017, re- read out a motion, it will be seconded, Safety Committee (TSC). The TSC delib- ported incidences of crime in Montreal the vote will be called and (over 95% of erates on traffic and security matters af- West were down by 22% compared to the the time) all will promptly say, “Aye” and fecting the Town. It submits recom- same period in 2016. Statistically speaking, move on. You may have wondered: Is this mendations to Council for consideration in comparison to all other demerged cities true democracy? Where is the debate? and possible implementation. Examples in- and Montreal boroughs, Montreal West re- It’s worth clarification, I think. clude new traffic configurations and public mains one of the safest communities on Debate is indeed alive and well in Mo- safety by-laws. The scope, mandate and re- the Island. Nevertheless, I will be convening sponsibilities of the TSC will be set forth West politics, but like most small towns, a meeting in February (date TBA) with res- our Council operates on a consensus in a new by-law to be adopted by Council. idents where we can discuss ways in which Please submit a letter to my attention ex- model rather than confrontation. In the to better protect our homes and commu- party system of federal, provincial and plaining why you wish to be a member nity. For instance, we will look at the secu- and the skill-set you possess that would big-city politics, there’s always an official rity technology available and explore the opposition publicly challenging govern- best serve this Committee. We want to idea of a neighbourhood watch program. ensure that all parts of MW are repre- ment initiatives. Here in MoWest, we sented on the committee (North, South elect five independent voices that are and Centre). Your application should be Turcot project free to speak their minds. And I can as- submitted no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, For those of you wishing to discuss mat- sure you they do! But our debating is February 16. ters relating to the Turcot Project, you done in caucus (similar to cabinet meet- are invited to an information meeting at ings) rather than in public. Incidences of theft and crime 7:00 pm on Tuesday, January 30 at the For contentious issues, only when a rea- Montreal West Curling Club. Lately, there have been certain incidences sonable consensus has been reached is of theft and a few home break and entries the issue voted upon at a public meeting. in town. First, please note that our PSOs Dino Mazzone, Councillor Very occasionally, when consensus can’t and the SPVM are aware of these matters Public Security and Special Projects be reached, some councillors may vote and we are closely monitoring all updates. Fundraising against a motion and explain their rea- Second, you are strongly encouraged to [email protected] sons. file a written report of any incidence of Why not hash everything out at the public meetings? Well, truly contentious or complex issues often take months to re- solve. Proposals to deal with these issues Snow, snow and more snow! are generally presented, discussed, re- searched, and discussed again in light of After receiving our first couple of major and access to the snow dump (behind additional information. Public Council snow dumps, I thought it was time for a the Public Works yard). Snow removal meetings aren’t the place for this evolv- brief review of the snow clearing and re- for an average accumulation (20 to 30 ing analysis and consensus building. moval operations. cm) is targeted to take three workdays. The ultimate objective after each opera- It’s also worth noting that 80% of the is- Salting the sidewalks and roads takes sues voted upon by Council are mun- place as soon as snowfall begins. Special tion is to ensure that all areas of the Town are in similarly excellent condition. dane housekeeping matters and there’s attention is paid to areas where there no real hashing out to do. Issues like rou- are stop signs, hills, schools and in high tine permit approval, renewal of insur- traffic arteries such as Westminster. Important reminders ance policies and rental of Town Snow clearing is done by plowing the Pay attention to the orange No Parking equipment aren’t very debatable items. snow from the middle of the roadways signs placed on the streets the day before the crew passes and do not park on Consensus might not be a very exciting and sidewalks. This process is begun only spectator sport, but it brings about after there is 2.5 cm of snow on the the street until after the signs have been removed. Public Security will enforce strong, well thought-out decisions that ground and it is executed solely by the benefit the entire MoWest community. Public Works crew. this. Snow removal is the act of eliminating Residents and their contractors may move snow from driveways on the side Elizabeth Ulin, Councillor snow from the sidewalks and streets Recreation, Culture and using industrial snow blowers, dump of the street before the snow removal Communications trucks and other large equipment. This operation is performed. But that snow [email protected] operation is executed by our Montreal must never block the street, sidewalk, or West Public Works department along neighbouring driveways. These infractions with specialized contractors. Removal will be ticketed. starts when there is at least 15 cm of snow on the ground. It is based on a pre- Maria Torres, Councillor determined route, giving priority to main Public Works, Buildings and Environment arteries, emergency routes, hills, schools, [email protected]

MW Town Council newsletter • (514) 481-8125 • [email protected] • Issue 36, February 2018 RAPPORT DU MAIRE communiqué Outrage quant au budget de l’agglomération Lors de sa réunion de décembre, votre Conseil a voté un budget avec une augmentation pour la maison moyenne de M-O. de l’ordre de 0,99 %, basé sur une hausse attendue d’environ 2,5 % de la facture du con- du seil d’agglomération. Vous avez sans doute eu connaissance de l’outrageuse majoration du budget d’agglomération préparé par l’ad- CONSEIL ministration Plante-Dorais. Le budget de l’agglomération Mise à jour sur le plan d’urbanisme a gonflé par un montant tel que pour M-O., l’augmentation de la facture pour les services de l’agglomération En juin 2009, par suite d’un l’intersection Westminster et se chiffre à 9 %! Et cette hausse est venue sans préavis sondage des résidents et de deux Avon; des améliorations ont été ni discussion. Notre augmentation est la deuxième en consultations publiques, le conseil apportées au parc de station- importance sur l’ile, notre facture passant de 5,17 M$ municipal de M-O. adoptait son nement Strathearn; de nou- à plus de 5,63 M$, un accroissement de 460 k$. Plan d’urbanisme. Celui-ci est veaux emplacements de disponible sur le site Web de la stationnement ont été créés là Quel est l’impact sur votre compte de taxes? Si toute Ville; il identifie plusieurs objectifs où requis. la hausse de 9 % de la facture est transmise aux con- à long terme pour la Ville. tribuables, l’effet serait une majoration d’environ 4 %. 5) Amélioration de la vie de quar- Cela est inacceptable pour le Conseil. Nous avons En 2017, Le Conseil a révisé le Plan tier donc rouvert notre budget pour y apporter des ajuste- d’urbanisme pour évaluer notre De nombreuses enquêtes de ments afin de tenter d’absorber l’augmentation sans performance dans la mise en circulation ont été réalisées et indument surcharger les citoyens. Ces ajustements in- œuvre de ces objectifs. Selon des mesures prises pour cluront des coupes de certaines dépenses, le report notre compte, 48 des objectifs améliorer la sécurité; déneige- de certains travaux d’immobilisations et une modifica- (72 %), avaient été atteints ou ment et déglaçage des trottoirs tion dans le financement de certains travaux d’immo- étaient en développement et ont été priorisés; de nouveaux bilisations, en utilisant une partie de nos surplus. Nous 18 demeuraient à entreprendre. passages piétonniers ont été nous astreindrons à assurer qu’il n’y aura pas de ré- Une brève mise à jour de certains aménagés. duction de services. Ce budget révisé sera présenté progrès suit. 6) Amélioration des installations et adopté lors de la réunion du Conseil du 29 janvier. 1) Revitalisation du centre-ville et services municipaux Le budget de l’agglomération est-il un fait accompli? Une firme a été embauchée Des plans furent élaborés pour En un mot, non. Dès le dépôt du budget de l’ag- pour contrôler la propagation un complexe récréatif et des glomération, les maires de municipalités de banlieue des graffiti; des balises concer- subventions gouvernementales ont fait entendre leur colère. L’Association des mu- nant l’affichage et les façades du recherchées; un parc canin a été nicipalités de banlieue (AMB) a gardé cette question secteur commercial de West- ouvert. dans l’actualité. Comme président de l’AMB, j’ai été minster sont en voie d’élabora- 7) Planification environnementale interviewé par tous les médias montréalais et tenu tion; la phase 1 de la revitali- une conférence de presse le 12 janvier pour formelle- sation du parc Davies est com- Une étude sur l’efficacité éner- ment demander que l’administration Plante-Dorais plétée et la phase 2 planifiée gétique des édifices de la Ville revoie son budget. Les 15 maires de banlieue ont pour 2018. fut menée et des travaux sont transmis une lettre officielle et une résolution de leur 2) Modifications de l’affectation du en cours pour mettre les prin- Conseil à la mairesse Plante et aux membres de sol et du zonage cipales recommandations en l’Assemblée nationale provinciale. application; des règlements ont Les règlements de zonage ont été amendés pour protéger les Le budget de l’agglomération changera-t-il? Tout en été révisés pour harmoniser la arbres lors de construction et demeurant optimistes que la mairesse Plante tra- densité et les marges de recul limiter les aménagements à vaillera avec ses partenaires des banlieues pour revoir sur Westminster Sud. l’aide de matériaux inertes; un son budget, la réalité est telle, qu’avec une majorité 3) Renouvellement des infrastruc- inventaire des arbres a été réa- absolue au Conseil d’agglomération, elle peut voter tures lisé et une politique de l’arbre et défendre n’importe quel budget. Cela ne fait qu’il- est presque finalisée. lustre r davantage l’iniquité et la nature viciée du sys- Au-delà de 20 % du renouvelle- tème d’agglomération tel qu’actuellement structuré. ment des rues de la ville et des Le Plan d’urbanisme fournit une vi- L’aspect positif de ce désastre est qu’il pourrait être infrastructures d’aqueduc sont sion à long terme de la ville et le déclencheur pour convaincre le gouvernement complétés et des travaux sont nous fournit la voie pour mettre provincial qu’un changement à la structure de l’ag- planifiés pour 2018 sur Percival. en application les changements au glomération est dû depuis longtemps. 4) Transport et gestion de la cir- fil du temps, selon la disponibilité culation des fonds. Le Conseil continuera à Café avec le maire réviser le Plan et à travailler sur les Une politique de modération objectifs établis. Le prochain Café avec le maire aura lieu le jeudi 22 de la circulation a été élaborée; février de 7 h 30 à 8 h 30 au Centre communautaire. de nombreuses mesures d’at- Colleen Feeney, conseillère ténuation de la circulation ont Urbanisme, Finances, Administra- Beny Masella, maire été mises en place; des feux de tion et Ressources humaines ville de Montréal-Ouest circulation ont été installés à [email protected] [email protected]

Bulletin du Conseil de Montréal-Ouest • (514) 481-8125 • [email protected] • Numéro 36, février 2018 Aider à rendre M-O. plus sure? nous vous incitons instamment à déposer En faveur, dites « Oui » un rapport de tout crime auprès des au- Candidatures pour un comité torités policières. Cela aide à diriger les Si vous avez déjà assisté à une réunion ressources voulues du SPVM vers notre du Conseil à M-O., l’apparente unanimité Nous amorçons la nouvelle année en sol- des votes du Conseil vous a peut-être licitant des candidatures de résidents de communauté. Troisièmement, je tiens à vous rassurer; alors qu’un seul crime en surpris. Typiquement, une conseillère ou M-O. qui souhaitent siéger au Comité sur un conseiller fera lecture d’une motion la circulation et la sécurité (CCS). Le est un de trop, en date du 30 novembre 2017, le nombre de crimes rapportés était qui sera appuyée et lors du vote, dans CCS traite de questions de circulation et plus de 95 % des cas, tous diront rapide- de sécurité affectant la ville. Il soumet des en baisse de 22 % par rapport à la même période en 2016. Statistiquement, en comment « Oui » et passeront au prochain recommandations au Conseil pour sa point. Vous vous demandez peut-être : « considération et possible mise en appli- paraison avec toutes les autres villes re- constituées et les arrondissements de Est-ce vraiment démocratique? » « Où cation. À titre d’exemples, parlons de est le débat? » Je crois bien que cela vaut nouvelles configurations de trafic et de Montréal, M-O. demeure une de collecti- vités les plus sures de l’ile. Néanmoins, je des éclaircissements. règlements sur la sécurité publique. La Les débats se portent effectivement très compétence, le mandat et les respons- convoquerai une rencontre en février avec les citoyens (date à venir) où nous pour- bien dans la vie politique de M-O., mais, abilités du CCS seront énoncés dans un comme dans la plupart des petites villes, nouveau règlement que le Conseil doit rons discuter de moyens de mieux pro- téger nos maisons et notre communauté. notre Conseil fonctionne par consensus adopter. Veuillez transmettre une lettre à plutôt que par confrontation. Dans le sys- mon attention, exposant pourquoi vous Par exemple, nous examinerons les tech- nologies de sécurité offertes et ex- tème partisan de la politique fédérale, voulez faire partie de ce comité et l’ex- provinciale et des grandes villes, on pertise que vous possédez qui servirait plorerons l’idée d’un programme Surveillance de quartier. retrouve toujours une opposition officielle au comité. Nous désirons nous assurer qui conteste publiquement les initiatives que tous les secteurs de M-O. (le nord, Chantier Turcot gouvernementales. Ici à M-O., nous élisons le sud et le centre) soient représentés cinq voix indépendantes, libres d’exprimer sur le comité. Votre candidature devrait Pour ceux d’entre vous souhaitant discuter leurs opinions. Et je peux vous assurer nous parvenir au plus tard le vendredi 16 de questions touchant le chantier Turcot, qu’elles le font! Mais, nos échanges se février, 17 h. vous êtes conviés à une séance d’informa- déroulent en caucus (semblables aux réu- tion le mardi 30 janvier à 19 h, au Club de nions du Cabinet) plutôt qu’en public. curling de M-O. Épisodes de vols et crimes Pour les matières contentieuses, ce n’est Dernièrement, il y a eu certains incidents qu’après conclusion d’un accord de vol et quelques introductions par ef- raisonnable que le vote est tenu lors fraction dans la ville. D’abord, veuillez Dino Mazzone, conseiller d’une réunion publique. Très occasion- noter que nos ASP et le SPVM sont au fait Sécurité publique et Financement de nellement, devant l’impossibilité de con- de ces incidents et nous surveillons de projets spéciaux sensus, certains conseillers pourront près les développements. En second lieu, [email protected] voter contre une motion et expliquer leur raisonnement. De la neige, encore de la neige! Travaux publics. La cible pour l’enlève- Pourquoi ne pas tout discuter en réunion ment d’une accumulation moyenne (20 à publique? Les questions vraiment con- Après nos deux premières bordées de 30 cm) est trois jours de travail. L’objectif tentieuses ou complexes prennent sou- neige, je crois qu’une brève revue des ultime à la fin de chaque opération est de vent des mois à résoudre. Les opérations de déneigement et d’enlève- s’assurer que chaque secteur de la ville propositions pour traiter de ces sujets ment de la neige est de mise. est en même excellente condition. sont généralement présentées, discutées, Le salage des trottoirs et des rues étudiées et rediscutées à la lumière de survient dès qu’il commence à neiger. On Rappels importants renseignements supplémentaires. Les réunions publiques du Conseil ne sont porte une attention particulière aux ar- panonceaux orange Prêtez attention aux pas l’endroit pour cette analyse évolutive rêts, aux côtes, des écoles et aux rues interdisant le stationnement installés sur ni pour articuler un consensus. très passantes comme Westminster. les rues, le jour précédent le passage des Le déneigement consiste à dégager la équipes, et ne stationnez sur ces rues Il est aussi à noter que 80 % des points neige du milieu des rues et trottoirs. Ce qu’après l’enlèvement de ces affichettes. votés par le Conseil sont des sujets de ges- travail débute après accumulation de La Sécurité publique fera respecter ces tion terre-à-terre et qu’il n’y a pas de véri- 2,5 cm au sol et est exécuté uniquement interdictions. tables pourparlers à avoir. Il est ici question par le personnel des Travaux publics. de routine, d’approbation de permis, de re- Les résidents ou leurs entrepreneurs nouvellement de polices d’assurance et de L’enlèvement de la neige est son élimina- peuvent mettre la neige des entrées en tion des trottoirs et rues à l’aide de souf- location d’équipements de la Ville, des su- bordure de rue avant l’opération d’en- jets qui portent peu à discussion. fleuses à neige, camions-bennes et autres lèvement. Par contre, cette neige ne doit gros équipements industriels. Les Travaux jamais bloquer la rue, le trottoir ou l’en- Le consensus n’est peut-être pas un publics de Montréal-Ouest et des entre- trée du voisin. Ces infractions seront sport-spectacle très excitant, mais il preneurs spécialisés se chargent de ce sanctionnées par constat d’infraction. mène à de solides décisions, bien travail. L’enlèvement débute lorsqu’au fondées, qui sont bénéfiques pour moins 15 cm sont tombés. Un circuit l’ensemble de la collectivité de M-O. prédéterminé dicte la séquence, prior- Maria Torres, conseillère isant les artères principales, les routes Travaux publics, Bâtiments Elizabeth Ulin, conseillère d’urgence, les côtes, les écoles et l’accès et Environnement Loisirs, Culture et Communications au dépôt à neige derrière la cour des [email protected] [email protected]

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The MoWest Guiding units were busy at the end of 2017. The Sparks and Brownies teamed up again, as is their tradi- tion, to make gift bags for the Meals-on- Wheels recipients as well as the NDG Food Depot. The girls created upcycled Christ- mas cards, home made cookies, candy cane reindeer, glitzy Christmas tree window hangings and snowman soup. (Snowman soup is a ziploc bag of hot chocolate pow- der, mini marshmallows and a small candy cane to use as a stir stick.) The seniors are always very appreciative of the young ladies’ handiwork. The Brownies, at their last meeting in 2017, decided to challenge themselves to make a snowman out of re- cycled objects. Sparks The Sparks were also busy working on their “Being Me” badge prior to the holidays. They each had a turn to do a little oral presentation about their favourite things and to bring in an object that had special meaning for them. Some girls were a bit shy to talk, but that was OK. Their leader was able to read their answers, and they were always Photo: Christine Downey happy to share their special object. The girls were also taught how to braid. They braided the differences between accidentally hurting all the different levels entitled “Girls First.” two friendship bracelets, one for a special someone’s feelings and intentionally being The Sparks unit in Montreal West is on of friend and the other for themselves. mean. 800 test units. In January, the girls had a The Guides ended the year by finishing The Sparks have started the New Year chance to test the new diversity theme. The off odds and ends of program work. They with their “Being Healthy” badge. They are Girl Guides are really putting the girls first. explored the theme of diversity through encouraged to make up games with differ- All of the test units are encouraged to give skits and hands on activities, encouraging ent props like skipping ropes and hula- their feedback on the suggested activities. the girls to realize that our similarities and hoops. They also have a special invitation Based on the results, the program will be differences are to be celebrated equally. from the NDG ringuette mosquito team’s modified to reflect the majority interest of Starting 2018, the Brownies worked on head coach to give the sport a try at one of the girls. They will be keeping the program- the “Say no to Violence” challenge. This en- their practices. ming relevant to the girls of today. courages the girls to learn about friendship In September of 2018, Girl Guides of and anti-bullying. As well, they are shown Canada will be unveiling a new program for from the Montreal West Guiders

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St. Ignatius of Loyola MW United everyone. There is no charge; we just ask that you walk in socks or slippers. We lay the If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is there …the brick one labyrinth pattern, line it with candles and play more to life than this?,” then Alpha is the Remember the crush that was Christ- gentle music for a meditative atmosphere. experience for you. Once again, we’re of- mas? Would you believe many, many stal- This is your individual experience, so arrive fering our Alpha experience at St. Ignatius. wart volunteers came out to prepare and when you can, walk at your own pace, and Come join others in a friendly and open then deliver 243 turkey dinners to those in leave when you feel complete. environment where we gather once a week our communities, who are housebound Join us any Sunday at 10 am for wor- over an 11-week period to share a wonder- and/or infirm. Takes more than a snow- ship, Sunday school and nursery service. ful meal, watch a short video and explore storm to put us off our purpose. Thanks to Rev. Mark Hammond is very welcoming, some of your big questions about life and all and a tip of the hat to Joan and Bill Fos- as is Brenda Murray who inspires the the Christian faith in small discussion ter who started all this about 25 Christ- Sunday school. Barbara Holman is our groups. No question is the wrong question. mases ago. new office person and a good soul she is Alpha is for everyone and anyone. And if you came to the family Christmas too. Call us at 482-3210 or visit mwuc.org “I was searching for something, but did- Eve service, you witnessed Rev. Mark for information. n’t know what until St. Ignatius welcomed wending his way through a story with the from Susan Upham me with open arms and introduced me to enthusiastic, spontaneous input of the chil- the Alpha course. Over home cooked meals dren. Magical. The later service with choir, St. Philip’s and heartfelt discussions, I renewed my Communion and candles was a different kind of magic. Or maybe it was the same. faith, discovered a sense of deep joy and Thank you to all friends and neighbours made new friends along the way. Alpha has Pancakes coming! who joined us for the Festival of Nine Les- truly changed my life. The greatest bless- sons and Carols and for our Christmas serv- ings are the ones you least expect, and the February moves us right along to pre- ices. one I least expected was Alpha.” (Laurie pare for an early Easter – has something to Lent begins on Wednesday, February 14 L., Alpha participant) do with that full moon so early in January. – a real challenge for those who usually This session we will be offering Alpha at So Shrove Tuesday is February 13, with give up chocolate for Lent! Our Ash the church beginning Wednesday, February Ash Wednesday right after. Then Lent ar- Wednesday service will be at 7:30 pm. On 21 from 6:30-8:45 pm. We’ll also be host- rives with its time of reflection and ponder- Sunday, February 18, the 10 am service will ing a “Pub Alpha” at a local restaurant/pub. ing. With all that whirs ’round in our heads, begin with the Great Litany sung in proces- For more info or to register, please visit: pausing to create a little space doesn’t hurt. sion. stignatiusmtl.org. A place to ponder Our in-ministry student, Jonathan Widell, will be leading a Lenten study en- Our February Labyrinth Walk – tailor- titled, “Who do you say that I am?,” using made for pondering – will be Sunday after- lectio divina and some tools from the Spir- noon, February 25 between 2 and 4 in itual Exercises to deepen our understanding Wadsworth Hall. It doesn’t matter why any- of our relationship to God. Full details, in- one comes for a walk; it only matters that any cluding meeting time, are not available at who wish to do so feel welcome to come. A press time; please check our Facebook page Labyrinth is a unicursal, single pathway for complete information, or call the church marked on the ground that leads to a centre office. and then back out again. It knows no partic- The annual pancake brunch will be Sun- ular cultural affiliation and so belongs to day, March 11.

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It was cold outside on the 6th night of Chanuka, yet inside the Curling Club there was warmth in the air, at the community Chanuka party. All enjoyed: Chanuka crafts, traditional goodies, games, songs, presents and a show by our very own Amazing Todsky along with the traditional lighting of the giant Menorah (try saying all that in one breath)! A big shout out to an amazing group of sponsors and volunteers. The MoWest Jew- ish community is extremely grateful for the opportunity to celebrate together! Tu BÊshvat womenÊs night out The MoWest Jewish Women’s circle invites you to a social night out in honour of Tu B’shvat. The evening will include glass etching while exploring the meaning of the holiday over delicious fruit. The event will be held on Tuesday, January 30 at 8 pm. Cover fee $18. Please call or text Chaya to join, 746-9649 or email chaya- [email protected]. Monthly Friday night Shabbat service On December 21, we votre entourage qui vous demanderont de were able to celebrate les commanditer pour cette activité. Vous The Monthly Friday night Shabbat serv- the holidays with our pourriez, en plus, donner votre appui à notre ice for the month of February will take wonderful team of vol- bibliothécaire, Casey Scott, qui patinera place on February 2 followed by a light unteers. Our volunteers avec les élèves elle aussi! Kiddush. Please contact Rabbi Mendy are central to the operation of the library, Marlow for more details 632-9649 or at and it was wonderful to be able to show „At the zoo‰ – Yoga for kids. [email protected] them a little love! February 4 at 1pm Purim celebration! Winter time and a busy life can take a Skate-a-thon toll on even the youngest yogis at heart. Stay tuned for the second annual com- Le 23 février prochain, les élèves de l’é- Help your kids unwind from daily activities munity Purim party coming up on March 1! cole Elizabeth Ballantyne feront leur Skate- with a calming, stimulating and fun one- To volunteer or for sponsorship please con- a-thon annuel. Ils auront du plaisir à patiner hour session of yoga. Moms and dads are tact the Rabbi. et, du même coup, ramasseront des fonds au free of charge if they wish to join their profit de la bibliothèque. Nous vous invi- child. from Rabbi Mendy Marlow tons à donner généreusement aux enfants de Don’t miss the journey “At the zoo.” In- teractive games, standing poses, breathing and relaxation techniques and sun saluta- tions will keep the whole family engaged, healthy and happy. Bring a mat along with your beautiful smile. Please call Micheline to reserve in advance at 690-9196 or register at the library. DAVID Fee: $10 per child. Toute l’équipe de la bibliothèque vous souhaite une très belle et heureuse année DOUBT 2018! RESULTS… it's what matters most RÉSULTATS… c'est ce qui compte le plus Hours/Horaire Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri – lun/mar/mer/ven : 514 220 6298 9:00-17:00 Thu/jeu : 9:00-20:00 [email protected] Sat/Sun – sam/dim :10:00-15:00 mwcl.ca [email protected] Real Estate Broker / Courtier immobilier Groupe Sutton Centre Ouest 484-7194 16 5 0 + C l u b Community Centre

January Employment March Break Madness 30 Bridge March 5-9 Recreation and Culture 8 am-4 pm 5-12 years old February Application deadline: 9 Olympic tea January 31, 4 pm Early bird prices until: February 2. party Assistant Pool Managers • Full Week: $190 resident/$200 non- Head Swim Team Coach resident 14 Tea and talk: Pool Office Manager Senior Discovery Tours • Daily fee: $50 resident/$60 non-resi- Day Camp Section Heads dent 27 Bridge: LIT & Junior Leader (camp) new teams welcome As of February 3: Application deadline: • Full week: $215 resident/$225 non- 26 Movie matinée: February 8, 4 pm resident Loving Vincent Lifeguards • Daily fee: $55 resident/$65 non-resi- Wading Pool Attendants dent March • Extended care also available. 16 St. Patrick’s Day luncheon Application deadline: Monday Madness March 16, 4 pm Snow fun, crafts, Zumba, giant Day Camp Counsellors games, hot chocolate and more Overnight trips Community Centre Counsellors - full & Tuesday Stratford Festival: June 13-16 part time Trip to the Aquadôme and Lego chal- Pool Gate Attendants Charlevoix: fall lenges Applications Wednesday For more information, please call Circus workshop by Cirkazou Marian Scully at 484-6186. Pool: [email protected] Thursday Camp: [email protected] Music and rhythm with Tatiana and Community Centre: recreation@montreal- intro to Brazilian jiu-jitsu west.ca Friday fiesta Foot clinics All applications may also be dropped off Reptiles and animals with Educazoo, during business hours at the John A. Simms tacos, piñatas and movie February 8 & 22 Community Centre (8 Westminster South). Call for more info: 484-6186. montreal-west.ca

$40 for the first visit, Calling all volunteers! $35 for subsequent visits by appointment only The Community Centre is looking for a volunteer to take over the 484-6186 organising of the Canada Day BBQ. In an article last year, it was men- tioned that Joan Foster has stepped down after many years of service and we are now in need of a replacement. If you are interested, please contact the Community Centre at 484-6186 for additional information.

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14B WWestminsterestminster Nord, Montréal-Ouest, QC H4X 1Y9 514.419.6787 [email protected] 17 Community Centre Appels de candidatures Time to Red Cross Comité consultatif get back into shape babysitting course d’urbanisme Saturday, February 10 The holidays are over and it’s time to get La Ville de M-O. recherche back into shape. Whether you are a begin- 9:30 am at the Community Centre Ages 11+ des résidents intéressés à siéger ner or fit enthusiast, the Community Centre au Comité consultatif d’urba- has a program for you. Classes are offered nisme (CCU). Le CCU étudie in the morning as early as 6:30 am and as Captain Catalyst des demandes relatives à l’urbanisme et à late as 8 pm as well as classes on Saturday Science Fun and l’aménagement, incluant les Plans d’im- mornings. Classes offered are Essentrics, plantation et d’intégration architecturale, stretch, gentle yoga, yogalates, TRX and Brain Challenges! les dérogations mineures, les amende- Rip Training, Fit Interval, Zumba and Yoga Saturdays, 10-11:30 am ments de zonage et la révision périodique for Stiff men. des règlements d’urbanisme et de con- For additional information please go to Davies chalet Ages: 4-6 years old struction et fait ses recommandations au the Town website montreal-west.ca and Conseil. Ce comité se réunit deux fois par look at the winter brochure to find the times mois, les mercredis à 18 h 30 et occasion- and places they take place as well as how Chess with Steve nellement, plus souvent. Le comité se to register. You can call the Community Fridays, 4-5:30 pm compose de sept membres ordinaires et Centre for any additional information on the de quatre remplaçants, avec des mandats classes and instructors at 484-6186. Davies chalet Ages: 5-12 years old renouvelables de deux ans. Les candidats à ce poste doivent • résider à Montréal-Ouest; SPECIAL EVENTS Hip Hop • être libres pour des rencontres en Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 pm soirée; February Fun Town Hall • avoir de l’expertise, de la formation ou un intérêt en urbanisme, architec- Sunday, February 11 Ages: 13-17 years old Town Hall Come get that hip hop flavour through ture, génie, aménagement, patri- Face painting, arts and crafts, 10:15 am. the techniques of hip hop bounce, rock and moine, construction ou architecture paysagère. Circus show by Mr. Verdin: 11 am. groove. Leave the class really knowing how Cost per child in advance: $5 for resi- to move! Pour vous porter candidat à ce poste dents/$7 non-residents; additional $2 at the bénévole, transmettez votre curriculum door. Free for children under 2. Tickets Children’s vitae et une lettre de présentation available at the Community Centre or on- énonçant les raisons de votre candida- line montreal-west.ca. Birthday Parties ture au plus tard le 2 mars à : Free skate in the Arena: 1-2:30 pm Davies Chalet Vlad Florea-Archir Call for more info: 484-6186 3 hours on Saturdays or Sunday Responsable de l’urbanisme / In- Includes: animation for 60-75 minutes specteur en bâtiment St Patrick’s Breakfast by one of our animators and supplies for the [email protected] chosen activity: cupcake, beading, arts and Colleen Feeney, Sunday, March 18 crafts, face painting and more. conseillère Finances, Administration, Town Hall Cost: $200 for residents/$225 for non- Ressources humaines et Urbanisme Come and have breakfast before the pa- residents. rade, crafts, face painting, calèche rides, Irish coffee for sale and live music by the Mariner’s Curse. Tickets available online or at the Com- munity Centre Cost in advance: under 2: free. Children under 12: resident: $5/non-resident:$8; 12 and up: resident: $10 resident/ non-resident: $13. Additonal $5 at the door. Youth Programs Call or sign up online at montreal-west.ca. Bilingual Discovery Drop-off preschool program for children ages 2 to 4 years old. One to five days a week (Monday-Fri- day, 9 am-noon) at the Community Centre 18 Town Council meeting : December

A special meeting in which First question period neighbourhood vigilance as well as the im- Councillor Feeney presented the Environmental issues were on the minds portance of reporting criminal activity to the Town’s 2018 budget preceded the of several residents during the first question Police Department. Mazzone has also writ- regular December Council meet- period. One urged Council to compose a ten to a Côte Saint-Luc councillor concerning. The details of this presentation are bylaw prohibiting the use of plastic bags for ing the flashing light at the corner of available on the Town’s website. the collection of garden waste and the Westminster and Westover which he felt was The first item in the Mayor’s report Mayor said he would look into it. of mutual concern to both municipalities. was the announcement that he has been A little later into the meeting, Lieutenant Councillor Ulin announced that the elected president of the Association of Sub- third visit by the CP Holiday Train was Demetrios Georgiou of Public Security urban Municipalities. The Association rep- brought to everyone’s attention the fact that once again a huge success. The annual flu resents the 15 demerged municipalities on a bylaw prohibiting the use of plastic bags clinic was well attended and much appreci- the Island of Montreal, with an approximate for garden waste already exists. ated and plans are already in progress for population of 242,600 citizens. In addition, Another speaker questioned the cost to the March Madness activities. he is now on the Board of the Communauté the Town of the planting of trees at Edin- Councillor Feeney reviewed the high- métropolitaine de Montréal. (The CMM is burgh School. The Mayor explained that lights from her 2018 Budget Presentation an entity comprising the Agglomeration this was part of the Town’s regular tree- and emphasized that the average property of Montreal, Laval, Longueuil and other planting policy and an amount of money is tax increase for 2018 of 0.98% follows the municipalities on the North and South regularly allocated for the planting of 75 to promise to keep the impact on the total tax shores. It was created several years ago by 100 trees every year. bill for the average-value home at the CPI a law from Quebec to better coordinate var- Public safety was another item raised by Montreal or lower. She thanked the Town’s ious planning interventions in the Greater several residents. It was proposed by one Treasurer for her assistance in preparing this Montreal area.) that a Crime Watch Program should be or- report, as well as all the directors for keep- The Mayor concluded his remarks by ganized in the Town which would encour- ing a close watch on their budgets. mentioning that the Town has resubmitted age neighbours to be observant of any Holiday greetings were extended to all its application for a grant to assist in the by both the Mayor and all of the Councillors suspicious activities. Councillor Mazzone building of a new recreation centre since expressed his approval of this idea. and the meeting moved on to the next op- submissions have now been invited for con- Another suggestion was that light reflec- portunity for questions. sideration during the second phase of the tors should be installed on the curb exten- Second question period grants program. sions, and the Mayor replied that the feasibility of improvements such as this is Only a few questions were raised during continually being investigated. this period. The first concerned the progress Traffic problems on Ballantyne North and being made in the redesign of the Town’s on the hill leading up from Lachine-Saint- website. The reply was that this was a major Pierre were also raised and both the Mayor undertaking in order to improve both “the and Councillor Mazzone stated their interest look and the feel” of the website as well as in seeing these problems resolved. the ease of its maintenance by staff mem- The final question asked why the Town’s bers. Outside help is being used for the re- Planning Advisory Committee was created design and it will be subject to comments and why it had grown substantially in size. from a focus group before it is finalized. The answer was that its creation was a legal Both the speed bumps on Strathearn and requirement and change occurs over time. the traffic barriers on Avon were questioned Several compliments were paid to Coun- next. Re-evaluation of the speed bumps will cil for both its hard work on behalf of all of take place in the spring and the traffic bar- the citizens as well as for the respect shown riers are the result of consultation with a to the many questions asked of it. traffic engineer and have been put in place for pedestrian safety at the intersection of CouncillorsÊ reports Brock South and Avon were the answers. The last comment came from a Westmin- Snow fences and Christmas decorations ster South resident who commended the have been installed, three more water main Public Library for having recently hosted a breaks have been attended to and members thoroughly enjoyable musical evening and, of the Public Works staff assisted in the CP on that note, the meeting was adjourned. Holiday Train festivities, according to Councillor Torres. She also noted that the 25 centimetres of the first significant snowfall on December 12 were completely cleared from the streets and sidewalks by DR. SUSAN McDONALD December 16. Citizens were reminded that Dentist • Dentiste care should be taken to prevent water pipes Real estate broker - Courtier immobilier from freezing when there is no one in the [email protected] residence for a period of time. Although Montreal West is considered to 73 WESTMINSTER N. be one of the safest communities on the MONTREAL WEST (514) 793-5608 Montreal Island, Councillor Mazzone em- H4X 1Y8 486-4411 phasized the need for both individual and 19 Réunion du Conseil : décembre

Une réunion spéciale au cours De nombreuses louanges furent la facture globale de taxes pour la maison de de laquelle la conseillère Feeney adressées aux membres du Conseil pour valeur moyenne au niveau de l’IPC pour a présenté le budget de la Ville leur bon travail au nom de l’ensemble des Montréal ou en deçà. Elle a remercié la tré- pour 2018 a précédé la réunion or- citoyens ainsi que pour le respect démontré sorière pour son aide dans la préparation de dinaire de décembre du Conseil. On en rapport avec les nombreuses questions ce rapport de même que tous les directeurs retrouve les détails de cette présentation sur qui leur sont posées. qui ont su contrôler leurs budgets. le site Web de la Ville. Le maire et les conseillers ont offert leurs Le premier point du rapport du maire Rapports des conseillers vœux de la saison à tous et toutes et la réu- était l’annonce de son élection à la prési- Les barrières à neige et les décorations nion s’est poursuivie avec une autre occa- dence de l’Association des municipalités de de Noël ont été installées, trois autres bris sion de poser des questions. banlieue qui représente les 15 municipalités de conduites d’eau ont été réparés et le per- Deuxième période de questions reconstituées de l’ile de Montréal et leur sonnel des Travaux publics a participé aux population d’environ 242 600 citoyens. De festivités du Train des Fêtes du CP, selon Seules quelques questions furent plus, il siège maintenant au conseil de la la conseillère Torres. Elle a aussi noté que, soulevées au cours de cette période. La pre- Communauté métropolitaine de Montréal, le 16 décembre, les rues et trottoirs étaient mière concernait les progrès de la transfor- un organisme regroupant l’agglomération entièrement débarrassés des 25 centimètres mation du site Web de la Ville. La réponse de Montréal, Laval, Longueuil et les autres de la bonne bordée de neige du 12 décem- voulait qu’il s’agit d’une entreprise majeure municipalités des rives Nord et Sud. Sa bre. Elle a rappelé aux citoyens qu’il faut pour améliorer « l’apparence et la sensation création, il y a plusieurs années, découle prendre des précautions pour prévenir le gel » du site Web ainsi que la facilité de son en- d’une loi québécoise et vise à une meilleure des tuyaux si une résidence est inoccupée tretien par des membres du personnel. On coordination des différentes interventions pour une période prolongée. utilise de l’aide extérieure pour la mutation de planification dans le Grand Montréal. Même si Montréal-Ouest est considérée et un groupe de discussion se prononcera Le maire a conclu son rapport en mention- comme une des communautés les plus sures avant sa finalisation. nant que la Ville avait resoumis sa demande de sur l’ile de Montréal, le conseiller Mazzone Les dos-d’âne sur Strathearn et les bar- subvention pour la construction d’un nouveau a insisté sur le besoin de vigilance, tant in- rières sur Avon furent ensuite remis en centre récréatif par suite de l’ouverture de la dividuelle que collective, ainsi que sur l’im- question. On a répondu qu’une réévaluation seconde phase du programme de subventions. portance de rapporter toute activité des ralentisseurs aurait lieu au printemps et Première période de questions criminelle au service de police. Il a de plus que les barrières sont le résultat de consul- écrit à un conseiller de Côte-Saint-Luc re- tations auprès d’un ingénieur de la circula- L’environnement occupait l’esprit de lativement au feu clignotant à l’intersection tion et ont été mises en place pour la plusieurs citoyens pendant la première péri- Westminster et Westover qui, selon lui, est sécurité des piétons à l’intersection de ode de questions. Une résidente a exhorté un souci partagé des deux municipalités. Brock Sud et Avon. le Conseil à préparer un règlement interdis- La conseillère Ulin a signalé que la Le dernier commentaire émanait d’une ant l’utilisation de sacs de plastique pour la troisième visite du Train des Fêtes du CP a en- résidente de Westminster Sud qui a louangé collecte de déchets de jardin et le maire a core une fois connu un franc succès. La cli- la Bibliothèque publique qui a récemment indiqué qu’il se pencherait sur la question.* nique annuelle de vaccination contre la grippe organisé une soirée musicale des plus Un autre intervenant se questionnait sur a attiré de nombreuses personnes et l’on pla- agréable; sur cette note, la séance était levée. le cout pour la Ville de planter des arbres à nifie déjà les activités pour Mars en folie. *Un peu plus tard dans la réunion, le l’école Edinburgh. Le maire expliqua que La conseillère Feeney a revu les grandes lieutenant Demetrios Georgiou de la Sécu- cela faisait partie de la politique de planta- lignes de sa présentation du budget 2018 et rité publique a attiré l’attention des gens sur tion d’arbres de la Ville et qu’un montant fait remarquer que l’augmentation moyenne le fait qu’il existe déjà un règlement interest régulièrement alloué pour la plantation de 0,98 pour cent des impôts fonciers est con- disant l’utilisation de sacs de plastique pour de 75 à 100 arbres par année. forme à la promesse de maintenir l’impact sur les déchets de jardin. La sécurité publique fut aussi soulevée par plusieurs. Une citoyenne proposa que la Ville mette sur pied un programme de surveillance qui inciterait les résidents à être à l’affut de toute activité suspecte. Le conseiller Maz- zone s’est dit en accord avec cette idée. Une autre suggestion visait l’installation de réflecteurs aux avancées de trottoirs; le maire a répondu que la faisabilité de telles améliorations est continuellement à l’étude. Les problèmes de circulation sur Ballan- tyne Nord et sur la côte en provenance de Lachine-Saint-Pierre ont aussi été soulevés et le maire ainsi que le conseiller Mazzone ont réitéré leur intérêt à voir ces difficultés résolues. La dernière question demandait la raison de la création du Comité consultatif d’urbanisme et pourquoi sa taille s’était substantielle- ment accrue. La réponse fut que sa création relève d’une exigence légale et que les changements se produisent au fil du temps. 20

COMING EVENTS Please call the editor: Heather at 489-7022. e-mail: [email protected] Next deadline: February 7 JAN Mon 29 Town Council Meeting. Town Hall. 8 pm. Tue 30 Tu B’shvat women’s night out. Please call or text Chaya to join, 746-9649 or email [email protected]. FEB Fri 2 Monthly Friday night Shabbat service. Please contact Rabbi Mendy Marlow for more details: 632-9649 or [email protected]. Tue 6 MTQ-KPH Turcot Neighbourhood Committee meeting. Centre Saint-Raymond (5600 Upper-Lachine Road). 7-9 pm. Please see page 3. Sat 10 Rotary Valentine’s dinner and dance. Town Hall. Tickets, please email Vince at [email protected]. 7 pm. Tue 13 74th Annual general meeting of IODE HMS Victory Chapter. Please RSVP at 485-9127. Wed 14 Valentine’s Day! Tea and books at the library - a lively discussion of books and movies. Public Library. 2 pm. Classifieds Ash Wednesday Masses. St. Ignatius of Loyola. 9 am and 7 pm. FEMME DE MÉNAGE / CLEANING LADY : On Ash Wednesday service. St. Philip’s. 7:30 pm. recherche une dame d’expérience avec Sun 18 Great Litany sung in procession. St. Philip’s. 10 am. références, disponible ½ journée par se- Tue 20 Joan Foster will speak on communicating with your health maine, pour faire le ménage de notre mai- care provider. Public Library. 2 pm. son. / We are looking for someone available Wed 21 Alpha begins. St. Ignatius of Loyola. 6:30-8:45 pm. for half a day per week to do the general cleaning of our house. 514-891-0444. Thu 22 Coffee with the Mayor. Community Centre. 7:30-8:30 am. MONTREAL WEST FOREIGN TREES 2018: It Municipal taxes due (first installment) is time to order your Montreal West Tree cal- Échéance: taxes municipales (premier versement) endar 2018. This year our foreign species will Sun 25 Afternoon Labyrinth Walk. MW United. 2-4. be showcased. Please contact Louise Chêne- Mon 26 Town Council Meeting. Town Hall. 8 pm. vert at [email protected].

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