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Eye in the sky
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The rst scheduled drone photo run – weather pending – is scheduled for Thursday, April 20, for the Town of St. Lazare to conduct aerial surveillance along the banks of the Quinchien River to determine which slopes and shorelines need landslide reinforcement.
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Drone flights to provide mapping for Chaline Valley stabilization work
Hudson moves forward with roof repair
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Residents living in Chaline Valley can expect to see a drone ying near their properƟes for the next three months as St. Lazare begins the preliminary work
that will eventually result in the stabilizaƟon of the slopes and shorelines along the Quinchien River, said Mayor Robert Grimaudo on Tuesday, April 18. Grimaudo spoke to Your Local Journal about the drone iniƟaƟve aŌer the town issued a press release that stated Mon-
treal-based company Drone Box was appointed by the provincial Ministry of Public Security to conduct aerial ights along the banks of the river to collect precise photo and video data of the surrounding area. ConƟnued on page 8
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Cannabis and Cocaine Trafficking – Five Suspects Arrested As part of an inves�ga�on dubbed Project Cendrier, RCMP Valleyeld Detachment officers arrested ve suspects April 19 belonging to a cell involved in cannabis and cocaine trafficking. Through this inves�ga�on the police were able, among other things, to iden�fy a cannabis pusher and his supplier, and to seize close to 21 kilograms of cannabis. All ve suspects are residents of the Valleyeld region. They are: • André Bonhomme, 54 • Aleesha Hébert, 20 • Patrick Hébert, 47 • Daniel Sabourin, 45 • The �h suspect, 41-year-old Yan Ouellet, is already in prison. A warrant has been issued to procure his a�endance in court. The accused were scheduled to appear in court April 19 in Salaberry-deValleyeld to face a number of cannabis and cocaine trafficking related charges under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
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Loan By-law for Hudson Community Center renovations moves forward
James Armstrong
Your Local Journal
The were 363 Hudson residents that signed the registry for Loan By-Law 687-2017 held at the Hudson Town Hall Tuesday, April 18 as was announced by Director General Jean-Pierre Roy shortly aŌer the registry closed at 7 p.m. “This means that the loan by-law process can conƟnue,” Roy said, as the number of signatures required for the by-law to be submiƩed to a poll was 428. The by-law permits the town to borrow $555,000 for renovaƟons to the Stephen F. Shaar Community Centre. Its conƟnued existence, however, depends upon the approval of a federal government grant applicaƟon for up to $250,000 that was submiƩed July 12, 2016. There was no news as of Tuesday evening regarding the approval of the grant. When asked if informaƟon regarding the by-law was available to ciƟzens, Roy said all the details were available inside the Town Hall where the registry was held, throughout the duraƟon of the registry, and was also available on the town website. Roy said a bilingual pamphlet created by a ciƟzen containing the town logo and distributed via Canada Post to Hudson residents was not authorized by the town. “The pamphlets that ciƟzens received were not from the town. If they had the logo of the town, they were sent out in a non-conforming and disrespectful manner. This will not be tolerated by the town,” said Roy. He declined to state whether or not legal acƟon would be taken and did not name the author of the pamphlet. Pamphlet defense A pamphlet created and distributed by Hudson resident Véronique Fischer does contain the Town of Hudson logo alongside the Ɵtle for the loan by-law. “ContesƟng a by-law is, by essence, a poliƟcal discussion,” said Fischer in an interview following the Director General’s announcement. “Threatening consequences is nothing else but inƟmidaƟon and an aƩack
PHOTO BY JAMES ARMSTRONG
The loan by-law for renova�ons to Hudson’s Stephen F. Shaar Community Centre has come into effect given the results of the April 18 registry. Pictured here, le� to right, are Councillors Barbara Robinson and Nicole Durand, Director General Jean-Pierre Roy, Parks and Recrea�on Director Nicolas Pedneault and Coordinator of Grants and Cer�ca�ons, Simon Corriveau as the registry results were announced.
on the freedom of speech of all residents,” she said adding, “It’s an aƩempt to suppress the democraƟc rights of ciƟzens.” Fischer said that, in her opinion, to make an absolute statement that anyone could have been misled by the pamphlet was ridiculous. “The mayor doesn’t write a ‘Dear Neighbour’ leƩer saying we are paying too much tax, please vote against this by-law,” she said. Grant applicaƟon Simon Corriveau, Coordinator of grants and cerƟcaƟons for the town provided further informaƟon regarding the grant applicaƟon. Corriveau said the community centre renovaƟon project was submiƩed as a grant applicaƟon last July to the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP 150) through Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions. He credits Parks and RecreaƟon Director Nicolas Pedneault for being instrumental in puƫng the applicaƟon together. Corriveau said council had passed a resoluƟon on December 1, 2014, mandaƟng the Director of Parks
and RecreaƟon to, “...undertake all steps and sign all documents in relaƟon to obtaining grants related to the development of culture and tourism.” According to Corriveau, there are items in the renovaƟon project, however, that the grant will not cover. “The roof over the curling rink is the
only porƟon not included,” said Corriveau. “The rest of the building is used by other groups as well as the Legion,” he added, clarifying that because the ice sheet is used for a sport, it would be covered by another type of grant. “We are hoping for a response by the beginning of May,” Corriveau concluded.
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Hudson resident Lucie Thifault captured this incredible beauty who popped into her yard this week for a visit. Do you have a photo taken in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region you’d like to submit as a Photo of the Week? Send it to editor@ yourlocaljournal.ca. Due to the popularity of this feature, we’ve had many submissions and will feature them all on our website at www.yourlocaljournal.ca/photo-of-the-week.
Dear Editor: editor@yourlocaljournal.ca Welcome to Nimby Dear Editor, So 81 Hudson residents have managed to block another home development. (Hudson Valley’s Mayfair Park Project). Welcome to Hudson! The real name of the town should be “Not In my Backyard....” The only developments that are accepted by our residents are eco-friendly homes made of ecofriendly materials on lots that have been grazed upon by unicorns, eco-friendly unicorns that is... Everybody in Hudson feels raped by their taxes but God forbid we actually welcome people to actually move in our So Perfect Town. If we can nd any fault with anything, we’ll cover ourselves under the blanket of eco-friendly principles to hide the fact that we simply don’t want neighbours. As long as we block anything, it’s good. This city is slowly sinking as constant obstruc�onists sing about being right; about being against any form of progress. Stephane Sauvé Hudson Ste. Anne Water Tower quesƟons Dear Editor, On Monday, April 10, at the monthly mee�ng of the City of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Mayor Paola Hawa proposed a resolu�on to apply for a project grant in respect to the town’s water tower. It’s well known that residents and members of the council have long debated the fate of the tower located in the centre of a residen�al area and near Highway 20; I personally did not hear about a ci�zens’ meeting to discuss it. Mayor Hawa refers to a sugges�on by the land-
PHOTO COURTESY MICHEL BELLEAU
scape architect Sevag Pogharian in a proposal for an indoor greenhouse according to the ar�cle by journalist John Jantak of Your Local Journal, April 13, page 7. My ques�on – has Mr. Pogharian visited the tower? ConƟnued on page 6
Erratum In the ar�cle Renova�ng Hudson’s Stephen F. Shaar Community Center by James Armstrong on page 6 of Your Local Journal, Thursday April 13, it was stated in the second paragraph, “the town (Hudson) will apply for a grant.” The sentence should have read, “the town has applied for a grant.” Town of Hudson Grant Coordinator Simon Corriveau claried that the grant applica�on was made by the town on July 12, 2016. Corriveau was recently hired by the town to make and follow grant applica�ons. Your Local Journal regrets the error.
New filters should reduce manganese levels in Saddlebrook water supply John Jantak
Your Local Journal
A�er years of complaints from Saddlebrook residents about discoloured tap water, St. Lazare will take measures to reduce the level of manganese in the water supply later this year, Mayor Robert Grimaudo told Your Local Journal during a telephone interview on April 18. Saddlebrook residents Paola Ierra and Ignazio Turrigiano recently took up the cause and sent an email to the town asking what they will do to improve the situa�on, saying the high concentra�on of manganese has them wondering whether there are possible adverse health implica�ons from regularly consuming the area’s tap water. They moved into their new home six years ago and are dismayed the situa�on s�ll hasn’t been resolved. Other Saddlebrook residents have also raised the issue during ques�on period at previous monthly council mee�ngs and appealed to the town to do something about the problem. Not deemed dangerous While the discoloured water may look unsightly, Grimaudo reassured residents that consuming it is not dangerous and is perfectly safe for bathing, showering, washing dishes and doing laundry. Unfortunately, it’s an issue that has affected Saddlebrook residents when the rst houses were built about 20 years ago, he added. “There is no danger to public health, that’s for sure,” said Grimaudo. “Is it ne to have? No, absolutely not. We’re very much aware of the problem and we’re on top of it. In fact we’re pu�ng a project in place at the Saddlebrook Well where we will be installing a lter system that will control the manganese levels. We’re also looking into receiving a subsidy to do the work.” Grimaudo said the town just completed its annual spring ushing of
its water system to get rid of all the manganese that has accumulated in the pipes over winter, which has always been a stop-gap measure. “The permanent solu�on is the installa�on of the special lters which is allocated in the 2017 municipal budget for infrastructure upgrades. It should be done some�me later this year,” he added. While Ierra and Turrigiano are pleased the town will nally do something, they both agree the town should be more conscien�ous about resolving issues that could directly impact people’s health and safety despite reassurances that the water is and has always been safe to use and consume. Long-Ɵme issue “The town says there’s manganese in the water and they say it’s not bad for you, but how much is too much?” asked Ierra. “Who’s tes�ng the water to make sure it’s acceptable? Manganese is already in food we already eat. I don’t want to say things or blame anyone just to make a big deal out of it but there’s a problem and it needs to be addressed. There are residents who have been here 15-20 years and they’re s�ll dealing with the same issue.” QuesƟon of prioriƟes Ierra added that if the town is able to nd money for a new city hall, the annual Fes�val au Galop and for subsidizing sports for children and teens, they should have made more of an effort to nd the necessary funds to resolve the Saddlebrook water issue sooner. “I don’t want to minimize anyone else’s issues but stop overspending on things,” said Ierra. “What people don’t realize is that it’s s�ll coming out of their pockets. Cut the spending and do the necessi�es. If people say ‘this is a priority’, the town will look into it. If people don’t say anything, then the town won’t do anything.”
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St. Lazare residents Paola Ierra and Ignazio Turrigiano say they’re frustrated aŌer dealing with discoloured water from the presence of manganese for the past six years.
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THE SOAPBOX CARMEN MARIE FABIO
All thumbs It was a split-second decision to pull over to the side of the road in Ste. Anne’s when I saw the hitchhiker’s wri�ng on the ap of a brown cardboard box that read ‘Autoroute 40 Ouest’ as I was on my way to work last week. And though every cop, every urban legend, and everyone’s mom will tell you to never pick up hitchhikers, something in me always makes a quick determina�on to stop and lend a
hand. I grew up in a town with no public transport and hitchhiking was o�en the only way we could get around if our bikes weren’t working (o�en) or we didn’t have taxi money (always). Having lived through a spate of Société de transport de Montréal (STM) strikes (back when it was known as the MUCTC) hitchhiking was the only way to get to school a�er I’d moved to Montreal. And though some of the rides were odd and certainly memorable – a friend and I once got a li� in an Aus�n Mini with husband and wife college professors and a back seat li�ered with text books – they were never dangerous. My then-boyfriend and I were once rescued by an 18-wheeler driver in the 1980s who took pity on our remote loca�on, a secondary route in the Eastern Townships as we tried to make our way home. The second ride of that sojourn was in a van with two sales reps for some ooring company with the passenger who kept referring to the driver as ‘Coco’ and pinching his cheek. They dropped us at the foot of the Champlain Bridge where a young man had pulled over to be�er secure some lengths of PVC pipes to the roof of his car. Would he take us across the bridge? Sure, no problem. I make it a point to pick up women hitchhiking alone as I can offer at least one safe leg of their journey. Like the woman I once drove from the foot of the Galipeault Bridge to her mother’s home in Pincourt. She had thumbed her way in from downtown Montreal to feed her mom’s cat while the parents were away for the weekend. And I once picked up an elderly fellow who was spor�ng a Hudson Bay blanket coat, surmising that an axe murderer would never wear that. I was right; he was just a regular guy who had been to the hospital to visit his son. Pu�ng blind trust in a stranger can, understandably, be fraught with apprehension. But I don’t think we could move forward on so many avenues – literally and gura�vely – if we didn’t take that risk on occasion. While once leaving my shi� at a bar to catch the last bus home, a guy started following and hassling me. “I’m going to meet my boyfriend,” I told him. “See, there he is right there,” I said, poin�ng to a random stranger at the bus stop who, thankfully, picked up on what was happening and played along. The young man I pulled over for last week was in his early 20s carrying a large knapsack. He was a chemical engineering student, headed back home to Edmonton a�er leaving New Brunswick with a stopover in Montreal to visit his brother, a McGill student studying jazz piano. He’d done the backpacking thing across Europe and Asia and, equipped with a tent, canned beans, and even a small stove, was relying on the kindness of strangers to get him west. I dropped him about a half an hour closer to his des�na�on with a couple of copies of Your Local Journal and a promise for him to take a photo for our YLJ around the world feature. I would like to think if one of my boys were ever making their way around the world in this manner that they wouldn’t automa�cally be assumed dangerous and that some passing motorist would help them along their way to get safely home. 6
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Continued from page 4 What does Mr. Pogharian mean by indoor greenhouse? Are they agricultural gardens, ower gardens, or climbing vines? In any case it will be necessary to keep constant maintenance, frequent watering with an automated system (sprinklers), controlled ven�la�on and especially a lot of light. If it’s ar�cial light, that will require powerful electric contribu�on. The roof must be redone. Will it be a transparent roof? Who will maintain this greenhouse? The city or someone else? And at what cost? Will it be open to visitors and if so, where will they park? I’ve tried contac�ng Mr. Pogharian but he is not available. Has all this been discussed in depth? If so, why not publicize the outcome of the discussion? Or is it another dream of the mayor? Now let’s look at the current state of the tower – the upper part is in a state of delamina�on with a lot of efflorescence, a crystalline deposit, usually white, which is commonly found in construc�on products containing Portland cement, masonry cement and/or lime. It o�en gives a faded, spo�ed or discolored appearance, even if it is only a deposit that is over the color. Efflorescence consists of mineral salts on the surface of the facing caused by the migra�on of water to the surface through the elements. It’s a normal phenomenon that fades over �me and it can take up to ve years for
the mineral salts to be washed away and removed from the elements and mortar. Part of the upper band siding is crumbling, the window openings are unprotected, and cracks appear along the main structure. All this implies that it’s necessary to redo the exterior of the tower without coun�ng waterproong the interior walls. What will it cost even if we have a grant that covers a large por�on of the expenses? I repeat there is no place for parking without coun�ng all the trouble that it will cause for area property owners. You will surely ask me what I would do, so I reply that simplicity is in much be�er taste. Here’s what I would do, assuming the town can get a decent grant: Redo the tower’s exterior and install new le�ers with the symbol (three waves) illuminated for the evening and night. Not only would people see the tower from several kilometres away, but it would also serve as a beacon for airplane pilots. The cost would be much less than the sugges�on of an indoor greenhouse. A�er discussion with a Federa�on of Canadian Municipali�es (FCM) representa�ve, there are no grants for the type of project that the city wants to do, so why make a resolu�on? Did town council contact the people at the FCM? I leave you to judge. Michel Belleau Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
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Vaudreuil-Dorion acquires land for new city hall John Jantak
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Vaudreuil-Dorion council adopted a resolu�on at its second bi-monthly mee�ng on April 19 and officially announced the site of its new city hall a�er an agreement was reached between the city and Maurice-Ra�é Corpora�on for the purchase of 187,740 square feet of land for $1.1 million at 405 St. Charles Avenue. The announcement comes just two weeks a�er the city announced at the last council mee�ng it was scou�ng for suitable loca�ons for a place to call its own, preferably along the waterfront of Vaudreuil Bay, now that the lease at its current loca�on on the second oor of a former shopping mall on Dutrisac Street is coming to the end. Strategic and beauƟful locaƟon The city had considered other loca�ons including Harwood Boulevard but Mayor Guy Pilon said when the current site became available; it was the city’s rst choice because of its strategic loca�on, the natural beauty of the surroundings, and the opportuni�es it offers to its ci�zens, which will include crea�ng a park for residents. The acquisi�on of the land also allows the city to preserve an important site on the St. Charles Avenue heritage strip, a stretch of bayside land that stretches southward to Parc de la Maison-Valois, and includes Parc Esther-Blondin on St. Michel Street just a few blocks northeast of the new city hall. Respecƞul negoƟaƟons At less than $5 a square foot for land close to the water front, Pilon said the purchase price was “excep�onal” and credited the excellent atmosphere established during nego�a�ons with Maurice-Ra�é Corpora�on for the favourable outcome on behalf of the city. Brother Donald Bouchard who represented Maurice-Ra�é Corpora�on and the three members of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart who live on-site in an old two-storey house, stated the city’s proposal for the property corresponded with their vision for the land, “...which is to preserve the ins�tu�onal, public
character and beauty of the place.” “These nego�a�ons took place with respect for the members of our community who are currently living at 405 St. Charles Avenue and I want to emphasize the professionalism of the people who took part in these talks. This is great news for all of us,” said Bouchard. CompleƟon by 2019 The house that presently sits on the property will be demolished. Plans for the city hall, which could cost about $12 million, are presently in the preparatory stage with construc�on set to begin in 2018. It is expected to be completed by 2019, in �me for the 25th anniversary of the amalgama�on of Dorion and Vaudreuil into one city. “Our city hall will be in the heart of our city, in 2019, the 25th year of the merger,” said Pilon. “I nd it all very symbolic.” He emphasized the new city hall will not result in higher taxes for residents because the cost will be defrayed by the money that would normally go to pay rent, which will be used instead to pay down the mortgage for a building the city will own.
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Drone Continued from page 1 More drone mapping in autumn The drone will y at 10-day intervals, weather permi�ng, from mid-April to early June, with the rst ight scheduled for April 20 at 8:30 a.m. The ights are designed to operate without disrup�ng or disturbing human ac�vity and wild-
life. Images and videos where people or proper�es are recognizable will not be used. A second phase of drone data collec�on will resume in the fall and con�nue un�l the actual work to stabilize the shoreline and modify the surrounding slopes begins in late 2017. The provincial ini�a�ve was welcomed by Grimaudo as an indica�on that both the town and province are commi�ed to rec�fying and resolving the landslide situa�on. On April 3, Sou-
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langes MNA Lucie Charlebois was in St. Lazare to announce a $5.9 million subsidy for the stabiliza�on work from the province. The town will pay the remaining $2.1 million through its surplus fund. Precise topographic map The purpose of the drone ights is to regularly collect updated photos and videos along a 1.5 kilometre sec�on of the river and surrounding area so that when the town goes to tender and the stabiliza�on work actually begins, the engineers will have precise informa�on about how the modica�ons should be done. “Now that the project is a go, one of the rst things they’re going to do is literally create a topographic map of the area,” said Grimaudo. “It will be done in such detail that whatever work has to be done, it will be done precisely. With all the new data that is gathered, we will overlap and cross-reference it with the informa�on we already have. “When we eventually go out to tender, we will need to produce technical
informa�on and we have to provide exact details of what modica�ons are required for each property. One property may have to have one metre recongured whereas another property may need 1.25 metres of recongura�on,” added Grimaudo. Surgical precision The accuracy of the maps will enable the stabiliza�on work to be carried out with surgical precision, added Grimaudo. “We already have the informa�on but now we need to get an exact overview to present to the people who will be doing the actual work,” he said. An es�mated 7,000 truckloads of soil will be removed when the 15-week project begins in late December. A similar amount of large stones and rock-ll will be used to shore up the riverbanks to prevent further erosion. Affected homeowners said they’re pleased overall with the joint provincial-municipal interven�on when details were presented at a public informa�on session at the end of March.
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You could say Agnes Katsouros loves helping entrepreneurs. As the sole proprietor of event planning company Grace and John Events, she’s an entrepreneur herself but since 2013 she’s also regularly guided budding business owners and operators as an academic coach with the Compe��on Commi�ee at Concordia’s John Molson School of Business. Given her background, it’s no surprise to learn Katsouros is the woman behind InnovaƟon - Vaudreuil Small Business Showcase, a free public event taking place May 6 at the Centre Mul�sports Vaudreuil-Dorion. “Entrepreneurship has always been a passion of mine and I wanted to give back to the community that I grew up in, which was the Vaudreuil-Soulanges area,” said Katsouros, who hails from Pincourt. She got the idea for a small business showcase a�er seeing people post on social media asking for recommenda�ons. “They would be pos�ng about looking for different types of businesses and not realize what’s right in front of them,” Katsouros said. Everyone she spoke to about it liked her idea, Katsouros said. “From there it blew up into this amazing ini�a�ve. We
have 57 entrepreneurs registered for the event. My goal at rst was to just have 25.” Filled to capacity So many businesses signed up, she’s no longer accep�ng registra�ons. “We’re sold out and we’re at capacity,” Katsouros said, adding she’s s�ll ge�ng voicemails from people asking if they can join the event. “It breaks my heart to say ‘no’ but at the same �me I’m bursting at the seams a li�le bit. I’m going to have to look for a bigger venue next year. I want to give ample space to the entrepreneurs as well. I don’t want them climbing on top of each other.” She’s thrilled to a�ract so much interest. “It’s really great to see the excitement of the entrepreneurs, the way that it’s being received by just the general public,” Katsouros said. “There’s a lot of hype behind it. We’re actually going to have 94.7 Hits FM at the event as well as other ini�a�ves.” While most par�cipants in the showcase, which includes Your Local Journal, hail from the Vaudreuil-Dorion area, she said it isn’t exclusive. “There are several as well that are from the outskirts. So we’re looking at Île-Perrot, Pincourt, and St. Lazare. Growing small business networks “The purpose of the event is twofold,” Katsouros said. “One is to create an opportunity for the small businesses
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ParƟcipaƟon in a showcase for small businesses in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region has exceeded organizers’ expectaƟons for the upcoming May 6 ‘InnovaƟon’ event at the Centre MulƟsports in Vaudreuil-Dorion.
of the Vaudreuil-Soulanges area so that they can network and leverage referrals and recommenda�ons within their network. So for example, if businesses need web design, there’s a web designer on site. It’s really about interconnec�ng these businesses. ConnecƟng with the public “The second aspect is to get the public to know about local businesses and about the businesses that are offered in the area,” she said. “So it’s really about promo�ng that local ini�a�ve, shopping local, suppor�ng your local economy... It’s a free event for the public so they can a�end at their leisure, there’s no entrance costs at all. We’re hoping to at-
tract the masses because of that.” Katsouros said local media are promo�ng the event and Vaudreuil-Soulanges MP Peter Schie�e is a�ending. “I hope that all the puzzle pieces fall into place and that it’s going to be a good success and we can repeat it in the years to come.” InnovaƟon - Vaudreuil Small Business Showcase takes place Saturday, May 6, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Centre MulƟsports Vaudreuil-Dorion, 3093 boulevard de la Gare. For more informaƟon, call (514) 979-4389 or visit the event’s Facebook page hƩps://www.facebook.com/ events/1861484350798584/
Canadians will have their say on the country’s Poverty Reduction Strategy Today, Peter Schie�e, Member of Parliament for Vaudreuil-Soulanges, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, encourages Canadians to par�cipate in a na�on-wide consulta�on process to support the development of Canada’s Poverty Reduc�on Strategy. By opening the dialogue on how to reduce poverty, the Government of Canada reiterates its commitment to nd solu�ons to improve the economic wellbeing of all Canadian families so they can have a real and fair chance to succeed. The na�on-wide consulta�on process gives Canadians an opportunity to have their say on reducing poverty through a Poverty Reduc�on Strategy engagement website, including discussion forums and online town halls. The online engagement will be complemented by roundtables with stakeholders; Indigenous organiza�ons; businesses; community organiza�ons; academic experts and Canadians who have experienced poverty. The input and feedback collected will provide valuable informa�on which will help shape the Canadian Poverty Reduc�on Strategy. In addi�on, the Government launched a public call for nomina�ons to invite in-
terested individuals who have experience with poverty and poverty reduc�on to apply for the Ministerial Advisory Commi�ee on Poverty. The call for nomina�ons closed March 27, 2017. The Advisory Commi�ee’s work will complement these public consulta�ons. The Commi�ee will act as a sounding board and a forum for in-depth discussion on issues related to poverty reduc�on. Specically, the Commi�ee’s role will be to discuss and test ideas gener-
ated in the public consulta�ons, and provide independent exper�se and advice on issues that could include: • iden�fying priority areas of ac�on; • aligning federal government ac�ons to reduce poverty with those of the provinces and territories; and • replica�ng innova�ve approaches to poverty reduc�on at the na�onal level.
The Commi�ee will be composed of leaders, prac��oners, and experts in poverty reduc�on from areas such as academia, service delivery and business, as well as interna�onal academics or researchers on poverty. It will also include people who have experienced poverty. ConƟnued on page 15
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PARRYWINKLE JAMES PARRY Everything comes in threes, they say. And such is the case with my cursed Viking saga that sees �ghtening of the tendons and curling of the ngers starting with the pinkie to a point where, if not treated surgically, they will become locked forever. Sounds horrible, doesn’t it? Well, it’s not actually. Just a pain in the bu�. And don’t worry next �me we shake hands, it’s not contagious. PHOTO BY And so once again, I found myself on the operMAURICE JEFFERIES a�ng table last week - busted ribs and all - at The Lakeshore General Hospital in the good hands of Dr. David Cunningham, the West Island’s Zorro with a scalpel, to straighten out two digits on my right hand that will leave it bandaged and strapped up for the next couple of weeks or so. Given the fact that I’m actually right handed, it’s a real bummer. But, as always, the good doc le� two nger�ps free so that I could con�nue tap dancin’ on the ‘puter penning Parrywinkle. --------------DUPUYTREN DISPARATE DELINQUENTS? - Its real name, by the way, is Dupuytren’s Disease. Not to be confused with Trigger Finger and named in honour - if that’s the right word - of a French surgeon named Baron Guillaume Dupuytren who rst iden�ed the causes of the contracture and operated on a pa�ent back in 1831. Oh yes, he also gained much esteem for having operated on Napoleon’s hemorrhoids, which brings me back to a pain in the bu�! People of Northern European and Scandinavian descent are at a higher risk of the disease - hence the Viking connec�on - and it affects both men and women. In fact, here in Hudson, I know of several people who have it, including fellow gardener Kathy Conway. Perhaps it’s �me we form that support group we were talking about following my last opera�on Kathy. We could call it The Fraternity of Dupuytren Disparate Delinquents, meet once a month at a local pub wearing horned helmets, and hoist a agon of Mead or Carlsberg with our good hand to… Well, whatever. I’m sure Dr. Cunningham would agree to become our Honourary President and stand the rst round. And hey, perhaps we could even convince Norwegian Cruise Lines to be our official sponsor and we can all swan off on a comp sailing to the land of the Vikings who were the cause of our malaise in the rst bleedin’ place! Nah, then again, perhaps not. But fun to think about, eh? --------------FOR THE CHILDREN - Speaking of hospitals, you may recall that a couple of weeks ago I wrote about eight year-old Cameron Nolan, who lives in Pincourt, holding her 2nd annual fundraiser for The Montreal Children’s Hospital as her way of saying thanks for the treatment she had received there for strabismus, which is an eye condi�on. Also that she was hoping to beat last year’s total of $3,000 with her raffle at just $2 a �cket. Well, I’m delighted to report that this very special youngster did just that. By some $400 and s�ll coun�ng! Do the math, and that’s an incredible 1,700 �ckets sold with every cent going to the hospital. Said Cameron when we dropped by the Edgewater Elementary School Shop Fest in Pincourt for the draw, “I am so happy and I can’t wait un�l next year when I hope to do even be�er!” Good for you Cameron and keep up the good work! --------------FOR THE FOOD BANK - And s�ll on dona�ons, a big hand folks for the youngsters at Evergeen Elementary School in St. Lazare who last week dropped off a sizeable and much appreciated gi� of non-perishable goodies for local families in need to Le Pont/Bridging food bank. I learned of this when I bumped into founder, Carol Laws, at IGA Hudson where there is a box for such dona�ons every day of the week. Said Carol, “They are so wonderful and are always there to support us when stocks are running low.” Which is evidently right now, dear readers. Par�cularly when it comes to soda crackers, Mac & Cheese, PHOTO COURTESY DAVID CUNNIUNGHAM and tomato sauce to go with A big hand from yours truly for Dr. David Cunningham and nurses Claude Leger, Lynn Leclerc pasta! of St. Lazare, and Jill McIntosh who are certainly And that’s a wrap! no strangers to YLJ readers suffering from DuE-mail: puytren’s Disease. crea�on@videotron.ca
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Hudson Nova’s board members, some of whom are shown above, have been working �relessly to ensure that their upcoming fundraising gala at Auberge des Gallant will be a gli�ering affair.
Nova Hudson celebrates 60 years of dedicated healthcare service in the community With glittering diamond-themed gala April 29 James Parry
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For 60 years, the dedicated nurses and caregivers of Nova Hudson have been jewels when it comes to providing public-funded healthcare service in our community. And so it is superbly appropriate that the theme they have chosen for their Biennial Gala celebra�ng this milestone Diamond Anniversary April 29 is Diamond ReecƟons Diamant. With no Federal or Provincial funding whatsoever, and with a commitment to enabling those in need to maintain their independence at home in secure and familiar surroundings for as long as possible - not only in Hudson but also in St. Lazare, Rigaud, and Vaudreuil-Dorion - they are always there when you need them. O�en at a moment’s no�ce in the case of real emergencies, and always with a seless sense of compassion and caring. This year’s fundraising gala, to be held at the Auberge des Gallant, 1171 Chemin St. Henri, in Sainte Marthe, is the perfect way of not only expressing one’s thanks, but also helping to ensure that this irreplaceable service and commitment to the community will con�nue for many years to come. Explains, Wanda Bray, a member of the Gala organizing commi�ee, “This is truly a celebra�on year for Nova Hudson, which used to be called the VON, and part of the evening will be a tribute to the nurses past and present. It will be a walk down memory lane of how health care was back then, and the methods
needed in today’s society. “And we are delighted that long�me board member Maxine Bredt, who served as a nurse in World War II and who has just returned from the commemora�ve ceremonies at Vimy Ridge in France, has accepted to be our honourary chairperson of the evening and will be saying a few words about the posi�ve impact that Nova has in our community.” Adds Bray, “Our board of directors are volunteers within our community. Our qualied nurses and dedicated volunteers work hard iden�fying needs and lling gaps in our healthcare system. And we are there to help with the everincreasing needs of the frail elderly and those coping with acute and chronic illnesses.” Tickets are $150 per person, with a par�al tax receipt. And guests will be treated to a champagne cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres followed by a delicious three-course meal complete with entertainment by the fabulous soul singer and three-�me Juno Award winner, Kim Richardson. Says Bray, “It’s going to be a fabulous evening and we invite everyone to help us make a shining difference in the lives of people we know and love. And as diamonds are our theme for the evening, we invite everyone to bring on the glam. A�er all, one might say that diamonds are a town’s best friend.” To reserve a table, or for individual �ckets, email NOVAgala@gmail.com or call Elizabeth Semmelhack at (450) 4583179.
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During an April 19 press conference, the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Pallia�ve Care Residence Founda�on (VSPCRF) unveiled the ac�vi�es planned for the Bourassa Boyer Walk being held at Maison-Valois Park in Vaudreuil-Dorion Sunday, May 7. Theme Health and wellness is the unifying theme of the sixth edi�on of this annual walk. “Walking is choosing to move forward, to get out and meet people who, like many of our walkers, have experienced the loss of a loved one. It is a moment to recharge one’s ba�eries, to get back into shape and move,” explained Jacinthe Demers, Interim Execu�ve Director of the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Pallia�ve Care Residence (VSPCR). Programming In addi�on to having the opportunity to walk one of three circuits (3, 5, or 7 km), par�cipants will have a variety of ac�vi�es and kiosks to choose from. Each will offer a moment of respite or bereavement resources. “We are par�cularly happy this year to count on the collabora�on of several local organiza�ons and businesses who have accepted to join us and work together to offer a s�mula�ng program for par�cipants of the Bourassa Boyer
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Destination Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Putting your best foot forward with Barbottine+ Jules-Pierre Malartre Special contributor
A baby’s rst pair of shoes is a precious memento that proud parents o�en keep for their en�re life�me. The purchase of your baby’s rst pair of shoes is an experience that becomes a beloved memory. For over 20 years, Barbo�ne+ has been synonymous with baby’s rst footwear and parents and grandparents consider the locale a place where memories are made. More than just a shoe store, it’s an experience that has earned the bou�que life�me loyalty from its clientele. “We focus on customer service,” Karine Bouvre�e, owner of Barbo�ne+ explains. “Our staff is trained. We have clients that suffer from foot problems and they know they can rely on us to nd the right shoes for them and provide the follow-up they need.” Karine has owned the store for the last 12 years, and she expanded its range of products to include shoes for all ages, so families can shop together at Barbo�ne+. “I supply shoes to a lot of men with very wide feet,” Karine said. “I stock brands that offer widths up to 4E. I specialize in large width, because that is the demand, but I also stock very small sizes for women, even below size 5.” Barbo�ne+ has earned a reputa�on that brings customers from far and wide.
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“We have clients that come from the West Island, Ontario and Malone,” Karine said. Barbo�ne+ enjoys the kind of client loyalty that the compe��on can only dream of. “I have clients that have been with us since they were babies,” Karine says proudly. “They are now 15 years old, and they con�nue to come see us. Parents and grandparents who have been clients for years, now come in with their young ones. They are condent that we get it right, always. They know they are ge�ng the truth from us. Adults come in looking for shoes for their children, but they also leave with shoes for themselves.” Karine makes sure she stocks the latest trends. Colour is in fashion at the moment, and Barbo�ne+ offers all the popular brands in trendy seasonal colours. “I have children who wear adult shoes, and they are looking for shoes with a bit of ash,” Karine says, laughing. “But their fathers will be looking for something a bit more conserva�ve.” Whatever their needs, the store caters to its varied clients. Barboƫne+ is located at 241 Victoria Street in Valleyeld. Karine and her team welcome you seven days a week. You can visit their website at www. barboƫnechaussures.ca or call the bouƟque at (450) 371-5252 ahead of your visit. You can also visit their Facebook page to browse the latest news and trends.
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the discarded electronics. They are then transported to their facility where workers dismantle the devices and separate the harmful materials to recover recyclable elements. New products are then made using metals, plas�cs and glass recovered from the old devices. These drop-off loca�ons accept computers, monitors, televisions (LCDs, at screens, plasmas, etc.), printers, scanners, computer mice, keyboards, radios, stereos, sound systems, cables and other computer components, DVD and VHS players, and much more. Ecocentres accept electronics to be recycled, such as the Vaudreuil-Soulanges MRC Ecocentre in Vaudreuil-Dorion, the Ecocentre in Pincourt, the Ecocentre of Saint-Zo�que, and the Ecocentre of Rigaud. Please note that you must have a valid I.D. stating you are a resident of the VaudreuilSoulanges area to be able to use these drop-off points. For more informa�on about Quebec’s Electronic Products Recycling Associa�on (EPRA) and to nd out where your closest drop off centre is, please visit h�p://recyclemyelectronics.ca/.
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Happy Earth Day everyone! It’s that �me of year to raise awareness on the importance of being conscious of the world we are living in and to protect it by recycling everything you can, including all your old or unwanted electronics. If you have an outdated phone, a broken computer, or some dead ba�eries you want thrown away, the last place you want to put them is in your garbage. Electronics may not be harmful to us when we use them, but inside they can contain toxic components including lead, mercury, and chromium to name a few. If le� in a landll, they can break down and release these toxic components into our air and ground water. However, Quebec’s Electronic Products Recycling Associa�on (EPRA) has the mandate to collect all your unwanted electronics and recycle them for use in new products. They have over 350 loca�ons all across the province. When you bring them to a designated drop off point, EPRA comes to collect all
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Environmental awareness agents will be on the road all summer to answer your questions !
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With spring around the corner you’re probably beginning to think about your next home renova�on project but, exci�ng as it sounds, nding the right materials and the best supplier to help you bring your project to life can be daun�ng, and the complica�ons can kill your enthusiasm. Luckily, offering the right products and the best advice to home renovators is what Planchers Artz Rénova�on is all about. Planchers Artz Rénova�on has been a staple of the regional home improvement industry for a decade. Home renovators have come to rely on the quality of the products and experience of their staff and the owner, Mélanie Garcia. Not only are they recognized for their stock and customer service, they also offer fully-licensed home renova�on services. The store is known far and wide for the quality brand-names it carries, especially their wide range of Canadian-made products. “We changed all decora�ve stone products for brands made here in Quebec,” Mélanie proudly said. “The en�re collec�on, for both interior and exterior decora�on, is all made from high quality concrete. We have decora�ve stones and bricks in many colours.” Planchers Artz Rénova�on has always been known for quality, but offering local as opposed to imported products will improve availability. “With imported products, when stocks are depleted, we may end up having to wait two or three months, but with a Canadian product we can get stock much faster.”
Planchers Artz Rénova�on innovates this spring with new building materials for pa�os. “We s�ll have our PVC products, but we have materials made out of rice ber. It’s something completely new.” Most large store products are made from wood that will rot or warp. Rice ber will not rot, and is therefore more durable. Imita�on marble is also making a comeback and the store has several different formats and models to offer. The store’s website is the best place to browse the extensive product line. Planchers Artz Rénova�on does not merely sell building materials. Mélanie and her staff love to offer �ps and advice based on their vast experience. They can assist with your project as much or as li�le as you want, from simply selling you material to handling the actual renova�on work. Planchers Artz Rénova�on is there to ensure your home renova�on experience is trouble-free and pleasant. Planchers Artz Rénova�on is located at 408 Harwood Boulevard in Vaudreuil-Dorion. The store is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. You can also book an appointment for a �me that’s more convenient for you. Don’t forget to visit www.artzcollec�on.com to view all the new spring arrivals and to help you plan your home renova�on. Visit the site oŌen since new specials and promoƟons are announced monthly, including last-minute special deals from manufacturers. Mélanie will also be happy to help you and provide informaƟon. You can reach her at artzrenovaƟon@hotmail.com, call her at (514) 577-6250, and follow them on social media.
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Dry Firewood. Stacking and kindling available. Very reasonable. Dan: 514-291-1068
Piano Lanco - Experienced local piano technicians offering quality tunings and skillful repairs. Improve the sound and touch of your piano with hammer voicing and action regulation. Apprentice tunings starting at $75. info@pianolanco.com 514770-7438
PIANO PIANO PIANO Fine tuning $88. Regulation, voicing, repairs, all makes and models, any condition, Grands and Upright pianos, keep your piano tuned, enjoy music. quebecpiano@gmail.com. Text or call 514-206-0449. Thank You! (170914)
Looking for a used pinball machine. Call Greg 514-827-9484
River Rock – best price guaranteed! Delivery and/or installation available. 514-4587496 Cedar for hedges from Ontario at good prices; delivery service available. 613-8742961 (170629) German GEO Magazines, 1976 to 1989. Excellent condition. zerbeingrid@gmail.com, 450-458-1489 (170427)
125 - FOR RENT 1000 sq. ft. office in Ormstown, Main Street, 36 Lambton, $600/month, heating, electricity, and internet included. Patrick Pietry, Century 21 Unic. 450-802-7200 or 450-829-2653 (170420)
Apartment (loft) in St-Lazare, freshly painted, extremely clean (2010 construction). Available immediately. 20’ x 32’ kitchenette, fridge, stove (stainless), TV, unlimited internet, (Bell Fibe), heating, all included. Storage space. $675/month. 514-823-3448 (170420)
Rigaud, 7½ semi-detached, 2 stories, nonsmoking, living room, dining room, kitchen, powder room. Bedrooms and full bathroom upstairs. Heating, electricity not included. Quiet tenants. No backyard. Small dogs. Good credit and references required. Available now or July 1. $850/month. 514-261-7043 (170427) Hudson home to share, large master bedroom (15’ x 22’) carpeted, plus adjoining room (12’ x 15’) with hardwood floors, large windows, 10’ x 6’ walk-in closet; access to whole house, deck, in-ground pool, parking; walking distance to village. 450458-1852 (170420) A large 2 bedroom apartment in the heart of Hudson. $950 per month. Available July 1. Call Jamie 514-927-3417 (170420) A 3 bedroom apartment in St. Lazare, close to Bedard park. Available July 1. $940/month. Call Jamie 514-927-3417 (170420)
150 - SERVICES Art Classes. Atelier de Bresoles is now giving classes in our Hudson studio. Come learn traditional drawing and painting skills in a small-group environment. Classes offered Sundays, ages 15+. Please see our website for more information: www. atelierdebresoles.com or call 450-2023772 (170427) ¿Moving? All jobs. Reliable, reasonable, fully equipped. Local and Ontario, Maritimes, USA. 35 yrs experience. Call Bill or Ryan 514-457-2063. **MTL LANDSCAPING** - Grass Cutting & Leaf Clean up. Hedge, Shrub & Tree Trimming. Punctual & Reliable. Myles Truax 514-929-3315 (170504) Domestic help available weekly or biweekly in the Vaudreuil, St. Lazare or Hudson area. Experienced with references. Please call 450-510-2184 (170420) Paul’s Painting, small & large renovations. Call 514-900-5839 (170504)
APPLE MAC SUPPORT since 1983 Variable Rates Initial Hour Free – Upgrades Troubleshooting Bootable Backups System Analysis & Advice terry@cloudbyteconsulting.com – www.cloudbyteconsulting.com 450-853-0534 “MAN WITH A VAN” MOVING. Whole house. Small moves, too! Quebec/Local/ Ontario. Experienced/Equipped. Please leave a message 514-605-3868 MIKE THE MOVING MAN. Local Handyman / for small jobs. Call John: 514-623-5786 (170420) Wolftech Inc. Since 2004. PC/Laptop repair, sales and services. Custom system builds. Software/hardware upgrades, virus - malware removal. Data recovery, network and internet troubleshooting. Pick-up or In-home service. Very competitive rates. Windows and other software tutorials. HTTP://wolftech.ca service@wolftech.ca 514-923-5762 Registered Gun Smith. Number one buyer of used guns in Quebec. 514-453-5018 DOG SITTING. Recently retired woman with dog sitting experience will take great care of your furry family member in a loving family home on a 1/2 acre lot with fenced backyard in Saddlebrook. Short or long-term. Please call Marilyn 514-298-0429 (170504) Experienced housekeeper available for cleaning in Hudson, St-Lazare, VaudreuilDorion. Please call 450-218-4880. References available. (170504) Hedge and shrub trimming and planting, tree pruning and removal, stump grinding, gardening, yard clean-up. Grass cutting and sod. All exterior maintenance and general landscaping. Sean 514-9919674 Does your property need a spring clean-up? We do lawns, flowerbeds and ditches. Free grass cutting estimates. Call Tyler 514-236-5377 (170420) SINGING LESSONS. Private or SemiPrivate. In my home (St-Lazare). Sing the songs you love! Call Morgan. 514-6071308 References available. NEW LOCAL LAWN CARE SERVICE looking for 25 clients in the Hudson and Saddlebrook area. Please call for an estimate. Sean or Mitch. Services S.C. 450-458-3359 (170420)
Jacques Harvey Piano School. Experienced, qualified teacher offers piano lessons to beginners or advanced students. Children and adults are welcome. Call 450-455-1544. Local Experts in matters of Bankruptcy and Insolvency since 1994. First Consultation Free. Available Nights & Weekends. Solid reputation for Reliability, Honesty & Integrity in our field of Expertise. Blumer Lapointe Tull & Associes Syndics Inc. www.blumerlapointetull.com. 514 426 4994 Lawn Maintenance business: Hedge trimming, lawn cutting contracts, landscaping, sodding, spring clean-up, trim bushes, trees. Refer my services and receive $125 per signed client. Good rates. Call 514-884-5959 (170427) Caregiver available five days/week. Meal preparation, companion/driver; health care including bath, shower, personal hygiene; home administration; close liaison with family; payment of bills and overseeing all maintenance. 19 years experience in Hudson/ St. Lazare community. Excellent references upon request. 514-267-1646 (170427) Hudson / St-Lazare Junk Removal. We want your junk! We want your laptops, computers, stereos, scrap cars, appliances, tools, nuts, bolts, pots and pans and much more. Less expensive than Got Junk. Friendly service. Nous ramassons votre métal. 450-458-7518, 514-946-5644 (170427) Victor Landscaping – Pavé Uni – Mini Excavation – Sodding – General Landscaping – 514-458-7496 - victorlandscaping.net ALL RENOVATIONS. CUSTOM DECKS, SCREENED-IN PORCHES, GAZEBOS, SHEDS & PERGOLAS. SIDING, FRAMING, GYPROC, WINDOWS, DOORS, FLOORS, STAIRS, BASEMENTS, KITCHENS, BATHROOMS. FREE ESTIMATES AND PLANS. RBQ 56882244-01. 514-402-9223 Moving Service, local, trailer rentals. Call Colin: 514-850-9948 William Services. Windows & gutters cleaning. Cedar hedge trimming and planting. Wood and steel fences, landscaping, natural grub removal treatment. Call William 514-983-8474 Caregiver / Companionship services available in Hudson/Rigaud area. Can escort you for shopping, outings, appointments, etc. Prepare light meals. Light housekeeping, etc. Pet friendly. Fully bilingual. References available. For further information call Carol 450-458-0776, 514703-2223 (170427) Multiservices D.C. - Landscaping, mini excavation, pavé-uni, ponds, sod installation, French drain, camera inspection, waterproofing foundation, crack repair. RBQ# 56530843-01. William 514-983-8474 (170511) Handyman/Contractor, reliable, 20 years experience. Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, cement work/repairs, decks. Structural experience. No job too big. Discounts for future contracts. Derek 514898-4392 (170427)
$ Buy car for scrap. Running or not, 24/7. www.scrapvehicule.com Call 514-951-4203 A Military Collector looking for medals, flags, swords, uniforms, documents, helmets, hats, all related war memorabilia WWI, WWII, Canadian/German or others. Antiques, collectibles, aviation, nautical, coins, badges, maps, signs. Please contact Patrick 450-458-4319, patrick148@ca.inter. net, 2760A Côte St-Charles, St-Lazare, Reni Decors (170713)
200 – CAREERS/EMPLOYMENT Nursing Position – Call List, VaudreuilSoulanges Palliative Care Residence, Parttime, 7/14 day/evening/night, Hourly wage (based on the salary scale). Requirements: Member in standing of the OIIQ, Fluency in French (written and spoken), Bilingualism an asset. Information: http:// www.mspvs.org/Emplois/infirmiere/ (170427)
A2Z GARDENS is looking to hire a Head Gardener and one apprentice. The ideal candidate must be hard working, detail oriented and have reliable transportation. 3-5 days/ week. Work begins May 1. Salary based on experience. Contact Leasha: 514-560-4322 (170427)
Qualified Educator to work on call with young children, infant to 5 years old. Have a college degree or attestation in early childcare education and have experience with young children. Forward CV and cover letter to CPE Treehouse. treehouse@ qc.aira.com, 450-458-2334 (170420) A dependable, non-smoking lady who takes pride in her cleaning and who possesses a positive work ethic. Duties: Floors Only. Available: Weekly/Friday mornings: 9am-noon. I pay $70/3hrs work. If you fit the requirements, I welcome your call. 438-874-3494 St. Lazare (170420) Help wanted for packaging baked goods 1-4 days per week. Flexible availability. Please email your CV and availability to info@tuttigourmet.com (170420) We are looking to hire bilingual actors to work in French at the Customs College in Rigaud. Part-time work available. Please send a head shot and a CV to the following email address. heather@ hudsonproductions.ca (170504) Live-in caregiver for 41 year old man with autism in Vaudreuil-Dorion. Documented specialized training and 1 year relevant experience. References required. Cecile 514-9276169 (170427) Garden Maintenance - part-time person needed to look after gardens of large estate in St. Lazare. Weeding, pruning, etc. Must be reliable, experienced, and hard working. No companies please. Call 514594-2179 (170504) Baker/Kitchen Help 20-40 hours per week. Flexible schedule. Experience in a commercial food establishment. Please send CV and availability to info@ tuttigourmet.com or fax: 450-458-5110 (170427)
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Established fashion retailer is looking for P/T and F/T sales people. If you have experience in sales, customer service, a sense of fashion, as well as being energetic and a team player, please send your resume to: cldamour@videotron.ca (170504)
2009 White Saturn Outlook, 8 passenger, 120,000kms, good condition, $9500. 438-8788587
225 – FINANCIAL SERVICES INCOME TAX - individuals, families and self-employed, reasonable rates, electronic EFILE, more than 20 years experience. Vaudreuil-Dorion. 514-441-2781 / mdescoteaux_ wi@hotmail.com (170420)
250 - REAL ESTATE SALE Largest Cortland Apple Producer in Quebec, located in St. Antoine Abbé. 70,000 bushels, with buildings. 140 acres. Patrick Pietry, Century 21 Unic. 450-802-7200 or 450-829-2653 (170504)
Tutti Gourmet, an innovative and fast growing, “free from” snack manufacturer is looking to fill the following position:
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HUDSON OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 1352 sq. ft. ground floor location. Main Rd behind Royal LePage Village. Very bright office. Easy parking. Available as of March 1st, 2017.
The ideal candidate has experience in small to medium food manufacturing, can coordinate and oversee production, inventory and maintain and supervise food safety under basic GMP or HACCP guidelines. Excellent communication, basic computer skills, flexibility between tasks and an overall good work ethic are a must.
450-458-5334
Please send your cv to info@tuttigourmet.com
Small well-appointed house in Ormstown, many renos, metal roof, attached garage, two baths, shed in back large lot, on dead end street, ideal for kids, near hospital and other village amenities. $129,000. Patrick Pietry, Century 21 Unic. 450-802-7200 or 450-829-2653 (170420) Apple Orchard in Franklin; large new industrial buildings; 140 acres; 55 acres apple orchard; 70,000 bushels last year; asking $1.6 million. Patrick Pietry, Century 21 Unic. 450-802-7200 or 450-829-2653 (170420) Car parts business, land and buildings, plus 3-bay auto repair location rented for mechanic’s business. Located in Ormstown. $525,000. Patrick Pietry, Century 21 Unic. 450-802-7200 or 450-829-2653 (170504) Chateauguay - large duplex on Vanier. Potential 3rd apartment. New kitchen, lots of renos, fireplace. Asking $395,000. Patrick Pietry, Century 21 Unic. 450-802-7200 or 450-829-2653 (170504)
275 – GARAGE / MOVING SALE MOVING SALE: Garden furniture and tools, paintings, housewares, furniture, appliances, area rug and much more. April 21, 22 and 23. 10am – 5pm. 5348 Harwood, Vaudreuil-Dorion, 514-619-3555 (170420)
325 - AUTOS FOR SALE Hyundai Accent 2002, 1.5, automatic, blue, winter tires, good winter car, $800. 450-458-7488 2002 VW Jetta Diesel, standard transmission, good condition, 1000 kilos per tank, new brakes, 4 winter tires on rims, $3800 or best offer. John 514-968-6680
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This year’s Lakeshore ArƟsts AssociaƟon (LAA) Spring ExhibiƟon takes place at Fritz Farm, 20477 Lakeshore Road, vernissage Friday, April 21, 7 to 9:30 p.m.; April 22 and 23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The LAA will again be partnering with NOVA West Island for this show, dona�ng the proceeds (raffle and 13 of the sales of artwork) to this community based health care organiza�on. Approximately 45 par�cipa�ng ar�sts will display their original artwork on two oors with framed and unframed pain�ngs in a variety of mediums and styles, as well as drawings, pastels, tex�le art, and sculptures. Admission is free. For more info, consult www.artlakeshore.com. The Baie-d’Urfé Po�ers will be holding their Spring Expo and Sale once again April 21, 22, and 23. There will be an assortment of func�onal tableware and decora�ve pieces at all price points, with a special showcase of works that are tall and slender. A por�on of the sales are donated to NOVA West Island. Join us at the Whiteside Taylor Centre, 20551 Lakeshore Road. Show hours are Friday, 7 to 9 p.m. (vernissage) and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit our website for more info:
BEACONSFIELD Art by the Water is a different style of art exhibit set in a beau�ful historic set�ng held annually at the charming Beaconseld Yacht Club, 26 Lakeshore Road, April 28, ‘Art Soiree’ 6 to 9 p.m. celebra�ng 10 years of success, and April 29 and 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guest Ar�st, Mary Hughson, wife of award winning cartoonist Terry Mosher aka ‘Aislin’ will be exhibi�ng and selling her artworks in oils, watercolours and acrylics. Mary brings to the exhibit a wealth of talent and variety to the show. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated by the ar�sts to Morgan’s Hope Fund in aid of adolescent colon cancer. The public is invited to browse the artworks at their leisure and enjoy the ambience. Join us at 26 Lakeshore Road. For more info, contact (514) 695-1272 or www.byc.qc.ca. DORVAL The Dorval Astronomy Club and its members invite you to come celebrate InternaƟonal Astronomy Day 2017. This event will take place at the Dorval arena, 1450 Dawson Avenue, April 29. There will be slide shows, videos, informa�ve
posters as well as some stargazing un�l approximately 11 p.m. if the sky is clear. We will be able to see the moon, Jupiter, possibly a comet, and other celes�al objects. Come and meet with us to see what astronomy has to offer you. Everyone is welcome and it is a free event. For more info see www.astrosurf.com/ cdadfs or call Marjolaine at (514) 9539038. HUDSON Sketch or Paint a Live Studio Model on Wednesday, April 26 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. This open studio is organized by ar�st Linda Denis and sponsored by Ar�stesHudsonAr�sts Associa�on. The fee is $5. The studio takes place at the Stephen F. Shaar Community Centre, Youth Room, 394 Main Road. No xa�ve sprays or odorous art liquids please. Bring a friend and spend a crea�ve a�ernoon. The Spring Book Sale at Wyman Church, 513 Main Road, takes place Friday, April 28, from 6:30 - 9 p.m. and Saturday, April 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Great Bargains for all ages! Catch the Spirit Café, this Sunday, April 23 at 4:30 p.m. will feature actor/ producer Mary Vuorela. With over 30 years’ experience as a theatre ar�st, mo-
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�vator, and speaker, Mary has worked as a director, actor, or producer for over 50 produc�ons. Mary also teaches both applied and performance improvisa�on to a variety of groups and she has a passion for puppets. Join us for an interac�ve presenta�on, a light supper, and reec�on at St. Mary’s Hall, 273 Main Road. ConƟnued on page 26
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joining master bedroom is decorated with Toile de Jouy, a luxurious bed festooned with pillows, two lovely anďż˝que ď&#x192;&#x;oral painďż˝ngs, and a decoraďż˝ve folding screen. Through French doors, an inviďż˝ng outdoor courtyard beckons! A unique feature of this home is the two separate staircases leading to the upper level. One, originaďż˝ng from the master bedroom, goes to a large oďŹ&#x192;ce and adjoining verandah, the other emanates from a central locaďż˝on by the living room and ascends to an upper bedroom/siďż˝ng room. The display of photographs at the top of the stairs depicts a wonderful assortment of scenes taken on the many trips experienced by the owners. The commiďż˝ee members are delighted to be able to present this charming home on the upcoming tour June 1, 2017. Tickets are available at: DĂŠcors & Tissus SĂŠrĂŠnity 67 Cameron Street Hudson (450) 853-0635 Centre DĂŠcor Hudson 33, Yacht Club Street Hudson (450) 458-5121 BouĆ&#x;que Alena Kirby 3200 route Harwood Vaudreuil-Dorion (450) 455-6156 Le Panier 274 Lakeshore Road Pointe Claire (514) 695-7038 For more informaĆ&#x;on: hudsoncountryhomestour@gmail.com
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Continued from page 22 POINTE CLAIRE The Lakeshore Concert Band presents its 50th Anniversary Concert, Saturday, May 6, 7:30 p.m. at Lindsay Place High School, 111 Broadview Avenue. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students. A porďż˝on of the proceeds goes to charitable organizaďż˝ons. Tickets are also available online at www. lakeshoreconcertband.ca. For more info call (514) 428-0292. Montreal Lakeshore University Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club presents â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A Closet Full of Clothes & Nothing to Wear!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Trunk Show with Internaďż˝onal Image and Style Consultant Kathryn Mademann at the Beaconsď&#x192;&#x17E;eld Golf Club, 49 Golf Avenue, Wednesday, April 26, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $35 with
A Garage Sale is taking place April 29, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CoďŹ&#x20AC;ee hour and light lunch. Join us at Church of the Resurrecďż˝on, 99 Mount Pleasant Avenue, corner Queen Street. For more info, call (514) 697-1229. STE. ANNE DE BELLEVUE The Sainte-Anne Singers, directed by Margo Keenan, celebrate 30 years of a cappella music with a concert Ć&#x;tled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Chants et chandellesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; April 29 and 30. In honour of Montrealâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 375th and Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 150th, the programme features music from Quebec and across Canada. Join us Saturday, April
29, 8 p.m., at Union Church, 24 Maple Street. The audience is invited to share birthday cake aďż˝erwards with the singers. In honour of Montrealâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 375th anniversary, there will be a second performance, presented free of charge, Sunday, April 30, 2 p.m., at Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours, 400 St. Paul East, Montreal. Many Faces, One Humanity - A special musical concert to support Syrian refugees featuring musicians and a joint choir from four West Island churches. Desserts and refreshments to follow. Saturday, May 6, 7:30 p.m. at Union Church, 24 Maple Street. For ďż˝ckets and info, contact Jan Langelier at (514) 453-7103 or langelier.jan@ videotron.ca. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 suggested at the door. ST. LAZARE Gerdyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Brunch fundraiser
for animals in need takes place Sunday, April 23, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at CafĂŠ Anis et Marjolaine, 2027 Ste. AngĂŠlique, (in front of church). Full brunch including seafood and vegetarian dishes. $25 per person, $10 children age 10 and under. For more info, contact Gerdy at (514) 942-5790 or John (514) 968-6680. FURTHER AFIELD On the Line â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a play based upon a true story about an American Flapper accused of murder in Hunďż˝ngdon and on trial at Valleyď&#x192;&#x17E;eld Courthouse is playing for one more weekend, Friday, April 21, and Saturday, April 22. Both shows are at 8 p.m. There is a maďż˝nee on Sunday, April 23, at 2 p.m. Join us at Grove Hall, 165 rue Châteauguay, Hunďż˝ngdon - across from the Rona. Tickets cost $20 and can be purchased online at www.grovehall.ca or reserved by calling (514) 791-5100.
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The English Gardener Delicious Dahlias on the menu? James Parry
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While strolling around the Mayan 13th Century archaeological ruins of Tulum in MexiPHOTO BY GREG JONES co the other week and cha�ng with the guide, I happened to ask her what the inhabitants would have been growing in their gardens. “I’ve never been asked that ques�on before,” she laughed. “But rst up would be beans, corn and squash, their main food crops. Oh yes, and Dahlias which they also ate. Well, the tubers at least.” I was gobsmacked. Dahlias? That beau�ful annual ower that gardeners not only here in Hudson but also throughout Canada prize? Many of them - like me - saving their tubers to replant year a�er year. “Are you serious?” I asked her. “For sure,” she replied. “Didn’t you know that they originated in Mexico before being introduced worldwide and that they are our na�onal ower shown on our country’s ag?” “Er, no,” I gulped. “Who would have thunk it?” I was fascinated to learn that invading Spaniards rst reported nding the
plants - now known as Dahlia pinnata growing there in 1525 being used as a food source by the indigenous peoples who gathered them in the wild and also cul�vated them in their veggie gardens. The Aztecs even used them to treat epilepsy and used the long hollow stems of the tall variety known as Dahlia imperalis for water pipes. Unlike potatoes which originally come from Peru, however, a�empts to introduce the tubers as a food crop in Europe were unsuccessful and the rest, as they say, is history. Today, the Dahlia family is a large and varied genus comprising about 20 different species, with numerous cul�vars and varie�es, all na�ves of Mexico and Central America and the family takes its name from Swedish botanist Dr. Anders Dahl. All of which got me thinking on the ight back, wonder what Canada’s na�onal ower is? Well, we don’t have one, although the leaf of the Maple tree was officially recognized as our arboreal emblem in 1996. Every one of our provinces and territories does, however, and here you go with the year in which they were adopted. Alberta (1930) Wild Rose also known as the Prickly Rose. BriƟsh Columbia (1956) Pacic dogwood a tree that ow-
ers in April and May renowned for its bright red berries in the fall. Manitoba (1956) Prairie crocus rst picked by children and blooming very early in spring. New Brunswick (1936) Purple violet, a real beauty. Newfoundland and Labrador (1954) Pitcher plant, a real oddity in that it is a carnivorous plant trapping insects in its gourd-like structures a�er water has accumulated in them. Northwest Territories (1957) Mountain avens, a short white ower that can grow on high, rocky ground. Nova ScoƟa (1901) Mayower symbolizing the province’s survival throughout its long turbulent history. Nunavut (2000) Purple saxifrage a small bright purple ower that grows like a carpet over rocks and gravel. Ontario (1937) White trillium so named because it has three petals and three leaves and ‘Tri’ is Greek for three. Prince Edward Island (1947) Pink Lady’s slipper an orchid that gets its name from the shape of its petals which look somewhat like a slipper. Quebec (1999) Blue ag iris known in French as the symbolic Fleur de lys. Saskatchewan (1941) Western red lily a protected species throughout Canada. And, nally, the
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Yukon (1957) Fireweed that got its name because it is one of the rst plants to grow a�er a re. Fascina�ng stuff right? I certainly thought so when I researched it. And all stemming from a quick chat with a guide in Mexico! UnƟl next Ɵme! E-mail: creaƟon@videotron.ca
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