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VOL. 21 NO.43

HUDSON, ST. LAZARE // VAUDREUIL-DORION, RIGAUD, PINCOURT, ÎLE-PERROT & N.D.I.P.

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Arena debacle

After almost 20 years of financing issues, legal challenges, and onagain-off-again plans for its resur-

rection by private parties, the state of the Pincourt Arena continues to deteriorate and residents are asking

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newly elected Pincourt Mayor Claude Comeau about its future. See story on page 5.

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simple enough that it’s designed for the musicians to succeed,” he said. “If someone shows up knowing four chords, then they really can play Caisse Desjardins de Vaudreuil-Soulanges is anything we’re doing.” always on the lookout for those who volunteer in Musical styles range from country, bluegrass, our communities – they regularly highlight some and folk which lend themselves well to minimal of them on our pages because they understand chord changes but even modern compositions what a vital and sometimes under-recognized can be accessible to the novice player. role volunteers perform every day. The Hudson Youth Jam, for players aged roughBetween his full-time jobs as a professional ly 10 to 14 years of age, is a way for budding mumusician and music teacher, partsicians to learn to play time job as a bartender at Huda group and hone I see the fruits of the la- in son’s Cardinal Microbrewery, and their musical skills all volunteer music mentor and jambour – music produces cool while getting comfortsession coordinator for both kids relationships and beauti- able playing with, and and adults, Tim Walsh had a few for, other people. ful things happen. It has its minutes to speak with The Journal “It’s open to the on his musical endeavours with own energy that sparks off public, anyone can both established and aspiring mutake part,” said Walsh into other directions. sicians of all ages. who also has plans to The guitarist and singer, who form a young adults’ - Musician Tim Walsh has lived in Hudson for the last 10 group down the road. years, is also comfortable playing And yes, singing is also an array of instruments and eases his students very much a part of the musical process. into the jams with easy-to-play three or fourThe Youth Jam has been going on for about chord songs. four years and this past summer, Walsh also co“There’s a definite chord progression but it’s ordinated Fam-Jams (family jam sessions) which The Journal

took place Saturdays from 2 to 4 p.m. outside Sauvé’s Casse Croute on Hudson’s Main Road. Walsh also finds time to coordinate the Cardinal ‘Trad Session’ every other Thursday where musicians play traditional Irish music on instruments which include the concertina, penny whistle, fiddle, accordion, and mandolin. “I have a Celtic trio I work with and I perform with local singer Morgan Weinmeister. I also play every Sunday at Cardinal with a pedal steel guitarist and I’m part of a Tragically Hip tribute band.” When asked how he has time for all his musical projects, Walsh replies, “I guess I had some kind of a utopian dream of what a musical community could be like and I enjoy the process. I see the fruits of the labour – music produces cool relationships and beautiful things happen. It has its own energy that sparks off into other directions.” The reward for volunteering and the mentorship is borne of his own childhood musical learning experiences and understanding that the better environment there is for music to grow, the more it evolves. “The satisfaction comes from creating as much a musical environment as humanly possible for music to live.”

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Attendees at the November 15 meeting saw the new look of the Hudson town council; sitting at the head table were (L-R) Councillor for Como Douglas Smith, Hudson-East’s Benoît Blais, Mayor Chloe Hutchison, Hudson-Centre’s Peter Mate and Fairhaven’s Reid Thompson, with Heights-East and West councillors Mark Gray and Daren Legault joining onscreen.

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A nearly full house attended the first meeting of the new Hudson town council on the evening of Monday, November 15. With the exception of a few predictable new-council stumbles, all went smoothly on an evening with a relatively light agenda. The meeting was held in person, and they took advantage of experience gained from COVID-19 measures to have two travelling members join remotely. New Mayor Chloe Hutchison expressed gratitude to the previous council, and especially to the other mayoral candidates since many municipalities elected their mayors unopposed, or had no one to run for the job at all. “It takes a community to administrate a town,” she said. Setting expectations Hutchison stressed the need for accountability, communication, and transparency while ensuring a smooth transition for existing committees and said they’ve begun setting the agenda for public participation policies and a new conservation plan going forward. Grounding plans with realistic budgets and goals was underlined as key in their targets. Said Hutchison, “It will be very,

very important for us to frame your expectations, but also our expectations, according to our capacity and the town’s capacity to operationalize within our fiscal means.” Experience put to good use District 6 Councillor Daren Legault, the only returning member of council, was appointed Pro-Mayor for the first six months to take advantage of his experience should he be called upon to step in and lead. New District 2 Councillor Benoît Blais was confirmed as council’s member on the committee to make Hudson a senior-friendly municipality (known by the French acronym MADA), and former councillor Barbara Robinson, who spent much time on the file during her tenure, was named a citizen member. New District 4 Councillor Reid Thompson was named the member representing council on Hudson’s Arts and Cultural Committee, leveraging his background in the arts. Resoundingly elected District 5 Councillor Mark Gray was named one of two council members on the Town Planning Advisory Committee (TPAC) for a period of two years, and former citizen TPAC member Peter Mate, now councillor for District 3, was named President of TPAC, also for two years.

Some unease with appointment District 1 Councillor Doug Smith voted against the motion on the TPAC appointments and expanded, when asked by resident Bill Nash for an explanation, that as a former TPAC citizen member he would have liked to have a direct role as councillor. “I respect our new mayor very much,” said Smith, “(but) we have a disagreement as to the composition of that particular committee.”

He said there was no dissent other than he felt he had something to contribute, but having voiced his feeling he was happy to move forward. Residents June Penney and Frank Hicks both expressed unease with Smith’s TPAC appointment, citing his direct stake in some commercial properties as a potential conflict of interest, but Mate and Hutchison spoke up to assuage their concerns. “The committee is composed of seven residents plus two councillors… and all members have to declare their interests,” said Hutchison. Added Mate, “For the past year while I’ve been on TPAC I’ve recused myself from anything that had to do with me or my brother. I sent in the documents today listing all the companies that we’re a part of so everything’s fully transparent.” Hutchison confirmed that in cases of conflict Mate would step out of the room and Councillor Gray would take over as president “… that’s why you have two councillors.” Ultimately any recommendations from TPAC have to be put to an open vote at a public council meeting for approval. In other business, council formally repealed the resolution permitting construction of over 200 housing units at Sandy Beach, as the environment ministry’s authorization for backfilling the wetland has expired. The owner will now have to re-apply if any building is to be considered. They also announced a project, spearheaded by local merchants and supported by the town, to bring back the Festival of Lights in early December, bringing a spirited aura to the village for the holiday season.

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Paying it forward A number of new mayors and councillors in our region have been sworn in and the renewed sense of optimism that appears every four years has residents and elected officials alike keen to get back to work on making our communities better places in which to live, work, and raise our families. For some residents of Pincourt however, any hopes of revisiting the controversial ruling that sees homeowners whose houses are right next to a plot of wooded land assuming the lion’s share of the purchase price, thus saving the woods from a housing development, have been dashed. A small but determined group saw the value in preserving one of the last wooded areas in the increasingly populated region and lobbied tirelessly to convince council of its inherent value to the community. Council agreed but did so in such a way that, although the entire town benefits from the woods’ existence, a small few were left footing the bulk of the bill. Climate change is not a problem of the future – it’s happening now. The Town of Merritt in British Columbia is experiencing catastrophic infrastructure failures as a result of relentless rains, mere months after the Village of Lytton suffered a ‘heat dome’ of temperatures in excess of 40° C followed by a wind-fueled fire that virtually wiped out its entire existence. The existence of Pincourt’s Rousseau Forrest, as has been pointed out by many residents, does not benefit only a select few by virtue of location – it benefits the entire town as does any other sport or recreational feature. A healthy environment is not confined by municipal borders. A forward-thinking council ought to recognize that all residents should help defray the purchase cost of the woods for the greater good. What’s currently happening in British Columbia is not just a West Coast problem – it’s a problem we all had a hand in creating and are responsible for doing whatever we can to mitigate further devastation. If we’re not part of the solution, we’re part of the problem.

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Our Photo of the Week contest rolls on. We had such a high volume of participation last year and are pleased to continue the tradition. West Island resident Harrie Sivan snapped this couple embracing at Area15, an ‘Immersive entertainment venue’ located in Las Vegas. We will be offering three prizes at the end of the year - $200 for first place, $100 for second, and $50 for third. Interested? Send your entries to editor@yourlocaljournal.ca. We will showcase all submissions on our website at www.yourlocaljournal.ca/photo-of-the-week.

Dear Editor: editor@yourlocaljournal.ca The kindness of neighbours Dear Editor, The loveliness of the town of Hudson and the kindness of neighbours (and strangers) never cease to amaze me. After my dog Forrest was attacked by another dog on the Alstonvale trails, I let go of his leash to haul this much larger dog off of him. Forrest ran for his life and bolted away. The dog-walking community on those trails immediately went into action to try to help me (thank you Mark, and the two ladies with Labrador retrievers who searched the area!) We searched for him for hours as darkness fell. My friend Pam Campbell immediately posted a lost dog notice on Facebook and other social media and then pronto came to help me search for him. Rosemary in the neighbourhood alerted all of her friends and neighbors. My daughter Victoria enlisted the help of Dr. Julie Mamen who searched Le Nichoir in case Forrest made it that far. Finally, dear, dear Jean-Marc DuPont found Forrest, terrified and hiding by his garage and alerted Pam and I as we were searching through the Alstonvale development in the dark. Thank you to everyone who helped us get Forrest home safe and sound. It warms my heart that we live in a town where people will drop everything to help a lady (and her dog) in distress. Post script: no sooner did I submit my letter to the editor but then my cell phone rang and Alstonvale dog-walker Marci Shiaman called me

and offered to set up a search party with her husband and dog Henry to search the trails for Forrest (with headlamps, in the dark). And one of the ‘Labrador ladies’ named Liz was kind enough (and worried enough) to call me the next day to see if I’d found my dog. Brings tears to my eyes. I love this town and the people who live here. Thank you! Christine Snyder Hudson

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Thank you Dear Editor, The ‘Off the Wall Art Sale’ held by the War Memorial Library Shop ‘The Bunker’ on November 13 at the Hudson Community Centre was a great success. Continued on page 8

New Pincourt Mayor Claude Comeau fields questions on several topics Fate of abandoned arena and train station discussed John Jantak

ers equitably throughout the town instead of having the bulk of the acquisition costs footed by residents who live The acquisition of Rousseau Forest, in close proximity to the forest. “The the future of the abandoned Pincourt woods are for all the citizens of Pincourt arena and the fate of the Pincourt/Terjust like any other infrastructure,” she rasse-Vaudreuil train station were just said. some of the issues raised by residents Future of the abandoned arena during question period at the reguThe future of the abandoned arena lar monthly council meeting that was on Pincourt Boulevard and the vacant chaired by newly elected Mayor Claude land it sits on was also raised by several Comeau on November 16. residents who were intent on finding There was a flurry of activity among out what the town intends to do with the 20 residents who attended the the land when the structure is finally meeting and were anxious to hear what demolished. They also wanted to know the new mayor had if the town is still to say about these I believe the whole coun- paying money for and other issues. the structure. cil supports keeping our train The town’s recent “For the arestation open. We know the na, I believe it’s adoption of borrowing By-law 906 citizens want to keep it and all paid up,” said which set aside Comeau. it’s our belief that we’ll be Mayor $4.3 million to pur“Moving forward backing that 100 per cent. chase the woodit’s a matter of lands brought forth whether we – Pincourt Mayor Claude Comeau a mix of opinions choose to sell the from people who land and have the supported and opposed the purchase. proceeds go into the Pincourt pot.” He Rousseau Forest then asked the town’s Director General One resident congratulated council’s Etienne Bergevin to elaborate on the decision to save Rousseau Forest from current status of the arena. development saying it was a “coura“There’s nothing more to pay to the geous” decision on their part. She said contractors,” said Bergevin. “Over the even though many people may not agree past eight years, town council has put with the $4.3 million cost to acquire the money aside to acquire everything. land, it’s an, “excellent investment” in Right now, town council will look at futhe town’s future. ture projects for the site.” She added the taxation scheme A resident suggested the town should should have taxed all property ownconsider selling the land and use some The Journal

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Newly elected Pincourt Mayor Claude Comeau said he and council will fight against the proposed closure of the Pincourt/Terrasse-Vaudreuil train station by Exo public transport operator who are considering merging the station with that of neighbouring Île-Perrot.

of the proceeds to pay for the purchase of Rousseau Forest and the rest of the funds to pay for an interior pool that could be built adjacent to vacant land next to the Omni-Centre. Comeau said an indoor pool would require a commitment by the other three municipalities on the island to participate in the project to make it economically viable. Pincourt/Terrasse-Vaudreuil train station When asked whether the town has

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‘Nobody wants to work’ If you scroll through any social media website long enough, you will inevitably come across two repeated posts: We’re hiring! Please send an e-mail with your resume to job@company.com “Nobody wants to work” comment. Sometimes, you’ll ‘hit the jackpot’ and see both comments in the same thread! Since COVID-19 took the entire world by storm starting in 2020, with the unemployment rate in Quebec alone rising to 8.8 per cent in August of that year, according to Statitistique Québec, it seems everyone is hiring, and no one is applying. Here is my theory as to why, “No one wants to work.” The current minimum wage in Quebec sits at $13.50/hour (lower for those who make tips). A typical part-time job can be anywhere from 1529 hours, which is a maximum of $391.50 per week gross (approximately $346 net), and a full-time 35-40 hours a week at the minimum wage rate is a maximum of $540 per week gross (approximately $444 net) based on the previously mentioned minimum wage. For one month’s salary, you would receive approximately $1,384 net for a part-time job and roughly $1,776 net for a full-time job. Let’s break down today’s costs of living, if one were to live alone while working at a minimum wage job. A four-and-a-half condo/apartment in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges area runs from an average of $950 to $2,000 in rent per month. For a whole month, let’s put a budget of $200 for groceries, translating to only $50 a week for one person. An average phone bill in Canada is equal to $100/month and an average internet bill being around $55/month. Condo insurance is about $25/month, and an average car insurance bill is $110/month. Gas can cost anywhere from $40$80 per week, depending on what car and what price you are filling up at. And lastly, a car loan/lease can also be extremely costly. Let’s create the cheapest possible scenario for a reference: Bills per month: Rent: $950 Groceries: $200 Phone: $100 Internet: $55 Condo insurance: $25 Car insurance: $110 Gas: $160 Loan: $350 The total for the month would be around $1,950. This does not include emergency funds, entertainment, subscription services, shopping, take-out, etc. At a full-time 40 hour a week job with a net income of $1,776, you are already in debt by $174 just based on absolute necessities. Why did jobs plummet after CERB was released? The possible reason is because on CERB, you would get $500/week for not working at all. You get $2,000/month just for submitting an application. Granted, you will have to pay back the taxes that weren’t initially deducted on the gross sum you collected, but the point was you could get $2,000 in your account per month for just applying to the government because the world was experiencing a pandemic. I believe this sparked anger in the younger working generations, as it was essentially told to them that the government could afford to pay them more. They were making more money doing whatever they pleased than if they were to go out and get a 40-hour/week job. It’s not that nobody wants to work nor that they are not willing to, but rather this seems to be a silent protest that the government needs to raise the minimum wage to a liveable amount. You would absolutely need a roommate or a much higher paying job to be able to afford living on your own. To those who are currently employed at minimum wage jobs and going to work every shift, I commend you. For those who are currently unemployed and angry at the misleading information some employers give or the low salaries being offered, I commend you as well for waiting for a better opportunity. We all have roles to play, this is how change happens. We are moving forward to receiving better treatment in the workplace, and more equitable salaries. People want to work, but they also want to be able to live comfortably.

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Our annual Remembrance Day service was very well attended with local citizens, veterans, dignitaries, and current serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces. The post-service reception was also well attended and we were treated to a wonderful tribute by Ryan Grozier with his bagpipes. He and a few other soldiers arrived after the main service; most of them had served in our last overseas conflict, the war in Afghanistan. His tunes were very well received by those inside the Legion. On Saturday, November 13 there was a special unveiling of a memorial plaque at the Saint-Lazare Town Hall at 1 p.m. This is in memory of those who have served in the British and Canadian Armed Forces since 1812. I represented our Legion Br. #115 as will our Silver Cross Mother, Denise Castonguay and Sgt. at Arms Robin Pelletier and other veterans and citizens of Saint-Lazare. Special birthday wishes go out to Hudson’s most senior resident and our Legion Br. #115’s most senior veteran of World War II – Sgt. Stan Sepchuk who will turn 104 years old Friday, November 19. During WW II he served with the RCAF. He is well known in the Montreal region as a band leader by the name of Stan Martin. Happy Birthday from all of us at Legion Br. #115. Plans are still in the works at the moment to begin Tuesday night Spaghetti and/or Chili Dinners as a replacement for our now cancelled Burger Nights.

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Special birthday wishes go out to Hudson’s most senior resident and our Legion Br. #115’s most senior veteran of World War II – Sgt. Stan Sepchuk who turns 104 years old Friday, November 19.

We will be keeping you all informed. We will begin Tuesday, November 16 if all goes well. Cost will be just $5 and it will run from 5 to 6:30 p.m. just like the Burgers Nights. First come, first served, no reservations needed. If you are interested in forming up a team please let us know at rcl115@videotron.ca. We have only two teams set up now. The monthly Pub Quiz will return Wednesday, November 24 at 7:3 p.m. Rod Hodgson will be the quizmaster and hopefully we will have a nice group of players. Just $5 per player and monies raised will be going to our Legion Br. #115. Lest we forget…

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Several interventions to check for operation of a watercraft while impaired by alcohol, drugs or a combination of the two took place and, fortunately, there were no arrests.

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During the 2021 summer season, a total of 459 boaters were checked. Of these, 45 were asked to leave the water for various reasons, including an uncertified operator, an invalid registration, or a non-compliant boat.

A busy summer on the lakes of Vaudreuil-Soulanges The nautical patrol is part of the mandate of the Sûreté du Québec and is a priority of the MRC service center of Vaudreuil-Dorion. The summer of 2021 has been a very busy one for all captains. As much on Lakes St-Louis, St-François or Deux-Montagnes, a total of 69 outings were made in the region where the officers made their presence felt. During the summer season, a total of 459 boaters were checked. Of these, 45 were asked to leave the water for various reasons, including an uncertified operator, an invalid registration,

or a non-compliant boat. In addition, 57 offense notices and 188 nautical warnings were issued to operators or owners for various offenses related to the necessary equipment on board a boat or in connection with the application of the marine law. Several interventions to check for operation of a watercraft while impaired by alcohol, drugs or a combination of the two took place. During these operations, an officer performed the test with the approved screening device. Fortunately, there were no arrests for this.

During the summer, unfortunately, a death occurred involving a boater who died during a bad maneuver aboard his sailboat in the Saint-Zotique region. Blitz docked on June 23 On June 23, to mark the start of the water season, police officers and cadets from the Sûreté du Québec conducted a dockside prevention day by visiting all of the region’s recreational facilities. During this day, they met about 15 boaters and distributed various prevention advice documents.

Dock checks summer 2021 Throughout the summer the nautical patrol boats, assisted by their partners in the surveillance of the territory and the cadets of the Sûreté du Québec, carried out more than 30 hours of intervention with docked boaters. These interventions led to the expulsion of a non-compliant boat, 59 equipment checks, the issuance of two tickets and five nautical warnings. Active cadets The cadets carried out approximately 20 hours of dockside operations throughout the region to distribute documentation and provide safety advice in support of MRC police officers.

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KAREN SIMMONS Welcome to our weekly advice column featuring The Journal’s own Karen Simmons who brings a mix of life experience, common sense, and a loving heart to any situation. Have you got a dating issue? Family problem? Unresolved friendship issues? Just ask Karen. Send your questions confidentially and anonymously to karen@yourlocaljournal.ca ******* Dear Karen, The holidays are coming up and given that we were all apart last year, my sister has big plans for all of us getting back together. But the thing is, I’ve come to appreciate having stress-free holidays that have been imposed by COVID. After working at a high-stress job in which December is my busy season, I really enjoyed spending last Christmas in my pyjamas, sleeping late, and not stressing out about spending money I don’t have on gifts that my family members don’t really need. Not to mention that when we’re all together, there’s usually an argument that breaks out over one thing or another. How do I let her know I have no interest in holiday festivities this year? Happy at Home Dear Happy at Home, It’s amazing and sad to me how many people find the holiday season nothing but stressful. I know there are many people who REALLY enjoy the holidays but in my circle there’s probably just as many who would just as soon wipe the holidays from the calendar altogether. I think in part it has to do with the fact that most of us are just SO busy all the time that when the holidays come around, we’re really ready for a break from the world. At the same time though I really feel that spending time with our families is important, especially during the holidays. I do understand what you’re saying about the fact that there’s normally an argument that breaks out, because the same is true in my family. It causes me anxiety just thinking about it, and it’s part of the reason I don’t look forward to the holidays anymore. That being said, I would never be able to just not go to Christmas. My Mom and Dad are getting older (as are we all), and I go because I know it’s important to them. And who knows if it could be our last holiday season all together as a family and the thought of that terrifies me. Perhaps where your sister is concerned there could be some sort of compromise? Perhaps a family get together, but not on Christmas Day. Tell her you really want to keep it low key and even let her know you have a limited time frame. That way she will be able to plan accordingly. I have also heard of families deciding to simply go to a nice restaurant. That takes a lot of work off of anyone who would be hosting and also provides a neutral ground where arguments are much less likely to develop. The issue of gift giving should be a fairly easy one to tackle. A lot of people really seem to be cutting back this year and I think it would be perfectly fair to say to your sister that you’re simply not in the mindset to be doing the whole gift thing this year. If a gift exchange is something you can live with, you could suggest that as a compromise. That way everyone gives and gets one gift. Another nice thing is to donate an agreed upon amount to a charity. You can draw names and whoever you get chooses a charity for you to donate to in their name. Food banks too are a nice idea, especially given that they really struggle around the holidays and the need this year is likely to be higher than ever. Whatever you decide to do, do it knowing it’s your Christmas too, and if you allow yourself to feel pressured into doing something you don’t want to do, I can pretty much guarantee you will be miserable and stressed. So, figure out what you can live with and what you can’t and try to come up with a plan that works for everyone. I think with a little bit of effort and a positive attitude you’ll be able to see your family and also get some much-deserved down time. Always remember that we never know what tomorrow brings, and regret over things we didn’t do is the worst kind of regret to live with.

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From left to right - Richard Marcoux, Vice President Groupe Autoforce; José Lefebvre, Sales and marketing manager Cadillac; André Gingras, Président Groupe Autoforce; Pincourt Mayor Claude Comeau; Frédéric Racine, Vice-President Chevrolet Cadillac Île Perrot; Marc-André Major, Project Manager; Camille Duchesne, District Manager GM and Guy Lefebvre, Head of the dealership network stand with shovels in hand at the ground breaking ceremony at Cadillac Chevrolet Buick GMC de l’Île-Perrot in Pincourt on November 16 to mark the expansion of its facilities.

Cadillac Chevrolet Buick GMC de l’Île-Perrot expands its dealership for new electric vehicles John Jantak

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An official ground breaking ceremony was held at the Cadillac Chevrolet Buick GMC de l’Île-Perrot in Pincourt on November 16 to mark the expansion of its facilities and prepare for the arrival of its new fleet of electric vehicles that will eventually dominate the car and truck market in the years to come. The dealership is investing more than $4 million to expand and upgrade its current facility to enable it to become the industry standard. Its Cadillac Authorized Centre, the only high-end dealership west of Montreal, will be the first to undertake the transition for the new Cadillac electric standard in Quebec. The addition of multiple electrical terminals will also serve the dealership’s eventual new range of electric vehicles as they are introduced into the market. Chevrolet Buick GMC will also be a Hummer authorized centre for the all new SUV and GMC electric pick-up brands. ‘Pledge of confidence in employees’ “This consolidates our reputation as the truck capital of Quebec,” said Daniel Farmer, Vice-president of Marketing. “We made the decision to renovate with the objective of always better serving

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our customers and making the environment as friendly as possible for everyone. “Our investment is also a pledge of confidence in our 250 group employees, mostly residents who live in the region, for their excellent work. We will be there for them again for many years,” Farmer added. ‘Future is very promising’ “The future is very promising, there’s no doubt about that,” said dealership owner Frédéric Racine. “The region is booming and we’re one of the top dealers in the area. We’re very strong with our customer service and we feel the growth of this dealership with the new renovations and the staff that we have will help us to better serve our clients as we transition into the electric car market.” Racine added the expansion will help benefit the local economy by creating new jobs in the region and generating additional tax revenue for the Town of Pincourt where the dealership is located. The renovations are expected to be completed by the beginning of fall 2022. Newly-elected Mayor Claude Comeau also attended the ceremony. For more information, visit their website at www.cadillacileperrot.ca/en

promotion of the sale, and the hundreds of people who turned out to view the nearly 300 pieces on display and purchase some generously donated, beautiful artwork. Proceeds from the sale support the library and numerous other charities. We look forward to next year’s art sale and welcome your donations of art at the Library Shop, side entrance, 60 Elm, Hudson. Hudson War Memorial Library Shop

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The times they are a-changin’ But somehow, the leaves don’t seem to be. Not all of them mind you beautiful people, but there are still a lot of trees around Shangri-La with a mix of green and yellow foliage still brightening the blue November skies. I’m sure you are experiencing the same phenomenon out there in Readerland, except for Rigaud. No offence to the Rigaudians but I’m sure they already have PHOTO BY STEVE GERRARD a foot of snow way up there. Once I break down and put winter tires on the electric vehicle and bust the parkas and mukluks out of storage I might venture up that way for a look-see. So in celebration of our never-ending late summer, and with all respect to The Mamas and Papas, here’s a version of their tune that has been going through my head this fine morning as I sit outside on the south patio of CTC sipping my Maxwell House Mellow Roast out of my Dora the Explorer mug: All the leaves are green I’ll mow the grass today Here in Shangri-La Somehow feels like L.A. I’m sure it’s not this balmy In Rigaud or North Bay I’m out wearing shorts On a late November day Yes, maybe it doesn’t have the allure of the original and I’m not going to win any Grammy or win over any granny, but I swear it feels pretty stellar to have the Converses and ball caps in the front closet instead of boots and hats. The bestie and I are decidedly NOT ‘winter people.’ We do not ski, snowshoe or mush. And the last time I was on skates was way back when I was in midget league hockey. Even then I couldn’t skate so they stuck me in goal and told me to just, “…stand there and don’t cry when the puck hits you.” Apparently there’s no crying in hockey either. Back here in Shangri-La the powers that be seem to want to rush headlong into winter as soon as possible. They have even implemented the winter parking rules which kick into effect today. No parking overnight, no parking on one side of the street during the day, no parking on the grass, no spittin’, no cursin’, no havin’ fun. Seems like this here town is itchin’ for winter to get a-goin’. Well pardner, I say Old Man Winter can keep a-moseying on and find some other Podunk town to set up its Tempo. Why in the name of Sergio Leone have I decided to start speaking (typing) like I’m writing an old spaghetti western script? I am not completely sure. Might be the omelette I had for breakfast? The fact I binge watched Toy Story 1, 2, 3 and 4 The Revenge of Buzz Lightyear all day yesterday? I would be hard-pressed to remember an autumn like this one though. I actually just cut the grass again last Friday and it looks like I’ll be picking up leaves for another couple of weeks yet. Not that I’m complaining, I’m not one to do that don’t you know… just let it stay like this until December 24… pretty please? On an ‘Arts’ note, remember that the play ‘The Bench’ is being presented at the Hudson Village Theatre until November 21 and the annual Pointe-Claire Artisan Show takes place this weekend, November 20 and 21 featuring artisanal products made by local people. See more info in our ‘Things to See & Do’ section on page 17. From the OK Corral massage parlour and Disney Pixar VHS secondhand outlet down the street from 750 Crooked Tree Corner on the 100th Meridian golf course where the great plains in Shangri-La begin – Sociable y’all!

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(Left to right): Sylvie Gagnon-Breton, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Concertation Horizon; Patrick Bousez, Vaudreuil-Soulanges MRC Prefect and Mayor of Rivière-Beaudette; Jean Boulet, Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity; and Marilyne Picard, Soulanges MNA.

An investment of $190,000 in the fight against poverty and social exclusion in the region The Minister of Labour, Employment sibility of interacting with citizens. and Social Solidarity and Minister reTo stimulate these exchanges, Consponsible for the Mauricie region, Jean certation Horizon is committed to creatBoulet, accompanied by the MNA for ing communities of practitioners and to Soulanges, Maryline Picard, issued a facilitating meetings, which will reprecommuniqué this week announcing that sent spaces for consultation and reflecfinancial support of $190,000 has been tion on various subjects. granted to the organization ConcertaAdopted by the Table de concertation Horizon, a regional consultative tion régionale de la Montérégie (TCRM), group, for the implementation of the representative of the Alliance pour la collaborative web solidarité de la platform Reflexe Montérégie, this I would like to underline initiative, fundD ével o p p ement the commitment and solidar- ed through the Social, which contributes to the ity shown by organizations in Fonds québécois fight against povd’initiatives sowestern Montérégie that are ciales (FQIS), reerty and social exinvolved in the fight against sponds to the priclusion in the five regional counties orities of regional poverty and social exclusion, (MRCs) of western action such as - MNA for Soulanges, Montérégie which educational sucMaryline Picard include Beauharcess, food securn o i s - S a l a b e r r y, ity, housing, public Haut Saint-Laurent, Jardins-de-Napiertransport, socio-professional integration ville, Roussillon, and Vaudreuil-Soulanand support for community action. ges. “Our government is working hard to This project allows the various acmake our society fairer and more inclutors of the region to determine among sive,” said Boulet. “It is with this in mind themselves topics related to social dethat we are supporting actions in the velopment, to raise issues concerning fight against poverty and social exclusion the fight against poverty, and to suggest led by the TCRM. possible solutions, while having the posContinued on page 15

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Leaving on a jet plane When COVID-19 struck, everything shut down. Countless industries were affected and tourism was one of the hardest hit. Closures and lockdowns all over the world brought travel to a nearcomplete halt. All of a sudden, we were hardly leaving our houses, never mind our countries. But since businesses and borders have started opening up, many are eager to travel. And some perhaps

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Hudson Legion Sgt. at Arms Robin Pelletier (left) and President of Hudson’s Royal Canadian Legion Br. #115 Rod Hodgson, taking part in a memorial in honour of Saint-Lazare veterans who participated in armed conflicts dating back to 1812.

On Saturday, November 13, as part of Remembrance Day commemorations, the Saint-Lazare Historical Society (SLHS) and the Town of SaintLazare virtually unveiled a memorial in honour of Saint-Lazare veterans at the Saint-Lazare Catholic Church. The SLHS has been working tirelessly for over a year to trace the names of 120 Saint-Lazare military personnel who participated in one or more armed conflicts, notably the War of 1812,

the Rebellions of 1837 and 1838, the Fenian Raids from 1866 to 1871, the First World War from 1914 to 1918, the Second World War from 1939 to 1945, the Korean War from 1950 to 1953, the First War in Iraq in 1991, the Second War in Iraq from 2001 to 2014, the Somalian War of 1992 and 1993, and the Afghanistan War from 2011 to 2014. Continued on page 12

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With the COVID-19 pandemic slowly loosening its grip, the world is opening up once again and if you’ll be off to a warmer climate this coming winter, don’t forget to take along a copy of The Journal as we resume our ‘YLJ around the world’ feature. Forgot the paper? No worries! You can also access our virtual paper on your phone or tablet. Just hold it up for the camera. Wishing you safe and happy travels while you keep up with all the news from back home.

more than others. As a generation, millennials prioritize and spend more on travel than our predecessors. Among other things, economic instability and rising awareness around mental health have shaped our values. Our financial struggles have made us very particular about how we budget. And our relationship with mental health has made us conscious of what brings us peace of mind. We all seek fulfillment. For some, investing in travel is one way to find it. Travel trends have changed a bit since interest in ‘authentic’ experiences has risen. Travelers want to go somewhere and steep themselves in local culture. That might mean taking a few steps off a tourist’s usual beaten path, diving into local culture and language, or immersing ourselves in the experience of another place. Knowing about the world is important. And it can help us find perspective, meaning, and ourselves. Travel today also happens to be simpler than ever. The internet has made it so easy to research, book, and plan everything. There are sites and apps out there to find cost-effective deals, including more budget-friendly alternatives to hotels and resorts like hostels or vacation rentals. Millennials also have the benefit of living in a time where traditional work is changing. Thanks to remote job opportunities, so many people today can work wherever they have a device and an internet connection. And if you aren’t tied to a place for work, why not go somewhere? Anywhere? And then there’s social media. The internet has provided connection and instant access to a world of knowledge. Not only do we like to post about the places we’ve been and the things we’ve done, but we’re also exposed more than ever to information and images of places around the world. It’s no wonder we’ve been touched by a spark of wanderlust. There are issues around so-called travel culture, though, particularly in terms of respecting the places we visit and the people who call them home. We love the idea of being elsewhere, of setting our lives and problems aside while we’re away. But we can’t forget that wherever we go is home to someone else. Personally, I haven’t travelled much. I plan to someday. Preferably soon, especially since the world is opening up again. Travel can enrich our lives. Seeing beautiful places is wonderful, but there’s something more in being immersed in different cultures, learning different languages, observing different customs, eating different foods and meeting different people. Experiences are some of the most important things we can invest in. And life is all about the paths we take. Where will you go?

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Movies You Might Have Missed 52 week challenge edition Title: The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007) Directed by: Andrew Dominik Genre: Western/Drama Available on: Crave Starz & Tubi. Rent on Google Play, YouTube & Amazon Video Weekly Challenge #47 – A ‘Film featuring a famous historical figure’ Brief Synopsis: When young Robert Ford joins Jesse James’ iconic gang, he quickly realizes his hero isn’t everything he thought he would be. Scores: 76% Rotten Tomatoes, 7.5 IMDb Review: The year is 1881. The location is out past the Mississippi River: The Wild West. Young wannabe outlaw Robert Ford dreams of one day becoming immortalized through newspaper and dime store novels, just like his idol, Jesse James. When Ford gets the opportunity to not just become an outlaw but join the actual James Gang, it’s a dream come true. Yet over time, Ford’s lofty expectations and high regard for James begins to set like the sun behind the Sierra Nevada Mountains. This iconic western anti-hero is nothing like he is portrayed in the media. For all his niceties and allure, James is unpredictable, violent and liable to bouts of melancholy. As the law begins to close in on the James Gang, Robert Ford begins to rethink his earlier allegiances. A perfect encapsulation of this film is in its title. Few movies give away the ending of the film so willingly, yet it doesn’t really take away from the enjoyment of the film because the story is much more than simple plot details. Like the title, the film is ambitious, and overstuffed with ideas. Flirting with a three-hour runtime, Assassination... probably runs about 20 minutes too long, yet that too feeds into the mythology it plays with. The title sounds like a generational saga; or even a cultural fairy tale. Was the ‘coward’ Robert Ford (is there any greater insult in Western cinema?) truly cowardly? Is our protagonist an anti-hero, the everyday man, or the villain? Was there ever truly a ‘Wild West’ or is this an elusive, mythical creation that Robert Ford was indoctrinated on? How many generations or North Americans in the century after (ironically thanks to another Ford, this time directing great John), would fall for the same mythmaking? Like many great revisionist westerns (think Unforgiven), The Assassination... deals with all these themes and more. Add in some great performances (including Brad Pitt and Casey Affleck as our titular characters), wonderful direction by Andrew Dominik, and yet another masterpiece from Roger Deakins, arguably the greatest cinematographer of all time, and you have all the ingredients for a sepia-tinged classic. Fans of this column may already know my thoughts on biopics. Any film centered on a historical figure should be treated with immense scrutiny. Any attempt to put a person’s life into the conventional plot structure of a budgeted film will invariably stretch the truth, and may even fall into ahistorical propaganda territory. Yet The Assassination... avoids this trap by engaging with the very tropes that this narrative style leads to, making for a highly enjoyable film that will linger in your mind long after the credits roll. Arriving in the same year as other critically acclaimed westerns such as There Will Be Blood, 3:10 to Yuma and No Country for Old Men, The Assassination... was a victim of market saturation, and missed the larger audience it deserved. Add all this together, and you have this week’s Movie You Might Have Missed. Want even more MYMHM content? Check out our website www.mmmovies. ca, email me at LocalMYMHM@gmail. com, and keep an ear out for our podcast, ‘Reelin’ in the Years’, where we rerank previous Oscar Winners, available on our website, as well as Spotify and Google Podcasts. PHOTO COURTESY IMDB.COM

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Continued from page 11 The emotional ceremony, which began to the sound of bagpipes played by veteran Olivier Dalphond, was attended by more than 115 guests, including veterans, family members and representatives. Numerous dignitaries were present to pay tribute to the 120 soldiers whose names were inscribed on the memorial, including the federal Member of Parliament for Vaudreuil-Soulanges, Peter Schiefke, the political attaché of the MNA for Soulanges, Jeanne Turbide, the Mayor of Saint-Lazare, Geneviève Lachance, the President of the Royal Canadian Legion, Rod Hodgson, the President of the Historical Society, Donald Simpson as well as Commander Sylvain Therriault, Senior Staff Officer, Canadian Armed Forces member of the Diplomatic Post Unit at the Canadian Delegation to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), who addressed the event’s guests via a pre-recorded message from Brussels, Belgium. The tribute continued in the church

parking lot where three cannon shots and the ringing of the church bells honoured the memory of three soldiers who perished in battle. Guests were able to admire the memorial itself, displayed at the Saint-Lazare Town Hall, as well as the exhibition dedicated to the soldiers of Saint-Lazare. The project was made possible thanks to the financial support of Veterans Affairs Canada, the Town of SaintLazare, MP for Vaudreuil-Soulanges, Peter Schiefke, Soulanges MNA Marilyne Picard and the Saint-Lazare Historical Society. The public is invited to view the memorial, as well as the exhibit dedicated to the memory of our community’s heroes, in the lobby of Town Hall at 1960 Chemin Sainte-Angélique during regular business hours. This space is dedicated to immortalizing and perpetuating our recognition and gratitude for the exceptional commitment and sacrifice that our veterans as well as their family members have made. The Town and the Saint-Lazare Historical Society would like to thank all those who, in any way, contributed to the success of this project.

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Just before the temperatures dipped this week, I harvested the last of my parsley. And although we’re well past summer and salads, I couldn’t resist a final feast of my version of falafel salad. Ingredients • 6 cups of cleaned, finely chopped curly parsley leaves, stems removed • 2 cups finely chopped tomatoes • 1 cup diced red onion • 2 mini cucumbers, diced (optional) • 1/3 cup fresh or 1 tsp dried mint • 1 package pre-made falafel or, if you’re ambitious, about one dozen homemade falafels

Pincourt Continued from page 5 “I believe the whole council supports keeping our train station open. Right now we’re waiting for talks. I believe it’s their station but we’re certainly going to fight against its closure. We know the citizens want to keep it and it’s our belief that we’ll be backing that 100 per cent,” said Comeau.

Dressing ½ cup olive oil ¼ cup lemon juice ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and pepper to taste Combine dressing ingredients into a small jar and shake well. Directions Cut the falafels into fours and bake at 400° F for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Set aside to cool. Combine parsley, onion, cucumber, mint, and tomatoes and stir until combined. Gently stir in the falafel pieces and dressing. Season with more salt and pepper if needed. You can easily double this recipe and it tastes even better the second day.

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Many residents believe the possible merger of both stations into one central commuter train station for the entire island will result in unprecedented traffic gridlock. “They wouldn’t be able to do that unless they redo the configuration of Highway 20,” said Comeau. “Doing that would help to relieve the traffic problems. My personal opinion is there won’t be a train station merger unless they redo the 20.”

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Since the early 2000s, the Vaudreuil-Soulanges area has experienced a strong evolution, as much residential as commercial. From the arrival of new infrastructures such as Highway 30 which facilitates travel and the large shopping centres that are being built, to the construction of single-family and multi-family properties that are increasing. The announcement of the future hospital in Vaudreuil-Dorion in recent years has become a reality. Since 2016 in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges sector, real estate has been increasingly coveted and therefore in high demand. Interest rates being at their lowest level historically is also an important element that has influenced the consumer’s ability to borrow and buy. Hence the result today of a sharp rise in asking prices. The scarcity of available properties (low supply) and several buyers (high demand) has driven up prices. Since the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, many buyers are

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Continued from page 10 These actions directed at vulnerable people in the Montérégie make a difference on a daily basis. By supporting this project, we wish to contribute to the development of the communities of western Montérégie and thus promote social development, solidarity and economic prosperity in the territory, and above all, help the people who live there.” “I would like to underline the commitment and solidarity shown by organizations in western Montérégie that are involved in the fight against poverty and social exclusion,” said Picard. “Through their knowledge of the environment and their collaboration, they help improve the living conditions of the citizens of the region. This project will allow them to get even closer to the concerns of the most vulnerable individuals and families as well as to publicize the initiatives of the community.” “Concertation Horizon wishes to offer an additional voice to the actors of the territory and to its citizens so that they can raise issues, propose possible solutions and suggest concrete actions to resolve them,” said Sylvie GagnonBreton, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Concertation Horizon. “The

considering regions outside Montreal given the possibility of working from home. Following the recent announcement of an increase in the key interest rate by the Bank of Canada by mid2022, buyers are reflecting on their future financial capacity which seems to be having a slowing effect on the real estate frenzy which is nevertheless still very active as compared to previous years. The asking price of a property must consider the market value, and not the value of the outbidding, at the risk of seeing some properties decrease in asking price. We notice decreases in asking prices on some properties while other owners want to reach sales price peaks well above market value. It goes without saying that the value of a property, in the eyes of buyers, could be seen negatively by being overvalued, and we notice the negative comments of potential buyers on some asking prices. In the event of an increase in interest rates, the real estate market will inevitably return closer to normal, either added value of this project lies in its potential for collaboration and collective work by and for the actors and citizens of the territory.” • The TCRM is the regional body re-

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28. "Keep it down!!" 29. New ones are indented, often In its 13th year for the beneet of Le Nichoir 33. Doris Day refrain, with "whatever" 35. "___ Canadian!" (Molson Receive a locally grown owering plant every month for 5 months. slogan, once) Gift cards available. 37. Helmsman of "Star Trek" 38. "To be," to BrutusPick-up locations in Hudson & West Island. 40. Small runway plane acronym Reserve by December 8th 155$ (95$ tax receipt) 41. Doris Day refrain, with "que" 42. Start to broil? 47. Comedian Rick with a rant 48. Sound like a pig Thank you for supporting Le Nichoir’s wild bird conservation programs

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THINGS TO SEE AND DO

To submit your “Things to See and Do”, send your information to editor@yourlocaljournal.ca before Tuesday noon. All announcements should include dates, times and addresses. Publishing priority is given to charities, non-profits, volunteer events, animal rescue organizations, and community/church groups.

The 2021 Pointe-Claire Artisan Show will be taking place Saturday, November 20, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, November 21, 12 to 5 p.m. at Stewart Hall, 176 Lakeshore Road in Pointe-Claire. Come browse a wide range of items handcrafted by local artisans including jewellery, scarves, stoneware, wind chimes, handmade soaps, and much more. Please bring non-perishable food items in support of Christian Action. A vaccine passport is required. Mask or face covering is required at all times. The building capacity will be monitored for everyone’s safety. ******* The Hudson Dance Centre is part of the November Purses of Hope drive where community members are asked to take a very gently used or new mediumsize purse and fill it with an assortment of beauty/hygiene products (only new and unexpired items) then bring your finished Purse of Hope to the HDC Dance Studio (451A Main Road) or at Boutique Pennypetz (441 Main Road) during their open business hours. When you fill a purse, you give hope to a woman in need. All filled purses collected will go to various women’s shelters throughout the greater Montreal area along with other social organizations to help women dealing with hardship. For a complete list of suggested donation items, see

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Author and fitness expert Frances Michaelson will be signing copies of her new book December 11 at Studio Mūv in Hudson. See listing for more details.

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Local author and naturopath/fitness specialist Frances Michaelson will be signing her new book titled ‘Do you have the Guts to be Healthy?’ on Saturday, December 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Studio Mūv, 425 Main Road in Hudson. The book explores the relationship between food and health at a cellular level. Fifty per cent of the book sales will be donated to Nova Hudson’s in-home nursing care.

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than people and needs a well-adjusted sibling to help her along. If you can be in it for the long haul with her, fill out the form and ask for Doudounne. For more information on Doudounne or any of the other dogs available for adoption, go to www.animatch.ca

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Doudounne, a nine-year-old female Yorkshire terrier, has spent her life producing puppies and is unfamiliar with human affection. She arrived at Animatch with rotten teeth, a matted coat, and terrified. She’s looking for a very special family, and there is no shame if it isn’t you. They should be experienced, patient, and consistent. Doudounne may never greet you at the door with her tail wagging. Down the road, she might surprise you with a gentle lick, and that might have to be enough. You will be starting from square one with toilet training. Right now, she relates better to dogs

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Fax: (450) 424-1055 Tel:(450) 458-3022

VACUUM CLEANERS

Aspirateurs Valleyfield

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View, submit & pay your ad before 4 p.m. on Wednesday, online at www.yourlocaljournal.ca or e-mail: admin@yourlocaljournal.ca

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Gently used ResMed S9 Elite CPAP (Continuous positive airway pressure) machine including accessories and carrying case. $1200 (paid $2000). Call 514-231-3234 and leave a message.

4 steel rims for tires 185-65R-15. Excellent condition. Asking $60.00. Call Connie 450455-7597. (211119) Beautiful cherry wood antique, executive desk 36”x 72”. Drawers on ball bearings. Locks (with keys). High quality piece. Please call Monique 514-941-3409. (211119)

SINGING LESSONS. Private or SemiPrivate. In my home (St-Lazare). Sing the songs you love! Call Morgan. 514-6071308 References available.

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CCM full suspension bike for sale $297. Needs tuning. Disc brakes. Rear brake needs adjustment and so does front derailer. Call Greg 514-827-9484

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Piano Lanco - Experienced local piano technicians offering quality tunings and skillful repairs. Improve the sound and touch of 4 BRIDGESTONE SNOW TIRES DOT 205--60- your piano with hammer voicing and action 20 low mileage excellent condition on 16inch regulation. info@pianolanco.com 514-770Steel Rims. Asking $300.00. Call Ken, 450-458- 7438 7422. (211126) Plastering and painting, drywall repairs, finishing basements. 40 years of experience. Licensed RBQ. Reasonable 125 - FOR RENT rates. Guaranteed work. Insured. Bilingual. Contact Dominic 450-350-0129 OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT. Six spacious offices, reception area, Gutter cleaning, prevent water damage to kitchenette and powder room. your house and gutters. Book an appointOffices are on the second floor of the ment to have your gutters cleaned before winter. Rates starting as low as $80. Senior Hudson Shopping Centre. and single parent discounts. Call Stefan 514Available immediately • $2,000/month. 972-1435 (211210) Call Marcel Leduc (514)602-4313 Experienced caregiver available to care for your loved ones in the comfort of their own home. Must be in the Hudson/saintLazare area, must be 30 - 40 hours per week. References available upon request. Contact Marjorie 438-994-6321. Double vaccinated, healthy. (211203)

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Handyman. Maintenance, repairs and minor renovations, indoor or outdoor. 30 years of experience. Donald 514-913-2881 House cleaning references available. Call Dawn 514 815 3296. (211119) FRENCH TUTOR, experienced retired teacher available for high school, CEGEP, and adult students. Hudson and St-Lazare only. For info, please call 450-458-7458. (211119) PLOMBERIE COMO INC. New constructions, renovations and repairs. RBQ # 56714777-01. Call Terry 514-965-4642. (211126) ¿Moving? All jobs. Reliable, reasonable, fully equipped. Local and Ontario, Maritimes, USA. 35 yrs experience. Call Bill or Ryan 514-457-2063. (211119) Registered Gun Smith. We buy new and used guns, restricted and non-restricted. 514-453-5018 (211119) Looking for a ride? Airport, any medical appointment or just shopping. Call or text Scott at 514-591-8918 (211203)

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Mark Quenneville

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$ Buy car for scrap. Running or not, 24/7. www.scrapvehicule.com Call 514-715-7845

Great house Minn cleaning services, a well-established cleaning company in Pincourt is seeking a part-time cleaner for 10 hours per week. Please contact Deneise at (514)865-1973.

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 514-705-2760, patrick148@ca.inter. net, 2760A Côte St-Charles, St-Lazare, Reni Decors (211125) Looking for a 1920s typewriter restorer. I’m hoping to get it back to its original beauty and working condition. If you are the person for the job, please email me at: gregormitchell@gmail.com

325 – CARS FOR SALE 2014 Toyota Corolla LE. 70,000 km. One owner. 4 winter tires. Asking $12,500. Call: 514 694 8200. (211217) Volkswagen 2013 Jetta Comfort line. 2.5 litre manual, 198,599 Km leather interior, dark grey. Asking $5000. Call 514-519-3567. (220121)

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WHIRLPOOL WHIRLPOOL Equivalent volume per I.E.C. International Standard, 5 Ed., based on 5.4 cu. ft. DOE measurement. 47 DBA LOW-PROFILE DRYER: YWED6120HC WASHER: WTW6120HC 47 DBA DISHWASHER DISHWASHER LOW-PROFILE WDTA50SAKZ $949MICROWAVE $949 MICROWAVE HOOD, HOOD, WDTA50SAKZ 1.1 1.1 CU. CU. FT. FT. •• •TotalCoverage Spray Load & Go™ dispenser TotalCoverage Spray Arm Arm • Wrinkle Shield™ th

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In-store instant savings on retail purchase price (before taxes) valid on purchase of qualifying Whirlpool® major appliances will be deducted at the time of purchase. Receive instant savings of $300 (before taxes) when you purchase three (3) or more qualifying Whirlpool® kitchen appliances, consisting of one model only per appliance sub-category. Multiple purchases must be made at the same time from the same participating authorized Canadian Whirlpool dealer. Qualifying purchases must be made between November 18 – December 8, 2021. Open to Canadian residents only. Offer cannot be combined with any other Whirlpool® appliance offer. Offer is not available to second channel, dealers, builders or contractors. All models may not be available at all dealers. No substitute models qualify. Dealer prices may vary. Dealer alone has sole discretion to set retail prices. Offer excludes discontinued models. Visit whirlpool.ca for guarantee details.

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WHIRLPOOL® 4.7 CU. FT. I.E.C.† TOP LOAD WASHER WITH REMOVABLE AGITATOR AND 7.0 CU. FT. ELECTRIC DRYER $799

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• 3rd Level Rack

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• 5-in-1 Oven

• Frameless Glass Shelves

WHIRLPOOL ® WHIRLPOOL WHIRLPOOL® 33" SIDE-BY-SIDE 47 47 DBA DBA DISHWASHER DISHWASHER REFRIGERATOR, 21.4 CU. FT. WDT970SAKZ

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