Your Local Journal - November 2nd, 2017

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

VOL. 15 NO. 39

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

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Midterm review

Two years into his four-year term as Liberal Member of Parliament for the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region, Peter Schie e (centre) invited area

residents to an open house last Friday, October 27, at his o ce on StCharles Avenue in Vaudreuil-Dorion to discuss the party’s progress over

the last 24 months and to listen to ci zens’ ideas, concerns, and ques ons. See story on page 19.

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Water leaked capped but St. Lazare resident says town should pay for shut-off valve installation John Jantak Your Local Journal

A water leak on Rue Gosselin near the intersec on of Chemin Ste. AngÊlique in St. Lazare has nally been capped two months a er an underground pipe broke, Your Local Journal has learned. Ghislain Castonguay, Project Manager for the town’s infrastructure department, said the leak was shut o on October 30 a er work to install individual shut-o valves to four proper es on Ste. AngÊlique was completed at the same me. The situa on began in late August. Water began owing to the surface from a damaged pipe underneath a garage adjacent to a house on the corner of Gosselin Street and Chemin Ste. AngÊlique that was damaged by a re about one month earlier. E orts to stop the leak were hampered because the property owner never responded to calls and emails sent by town. The town couldn’t take ac on because the a ected area was on private property. Even if the city managed to shut o the leak by going onto the property, ve adjacent proper es would not have had any water because their water pipes were all connected to the underground pipe at the burnt out property. None of the proper es had their own shut-o valves.

The new shut-o valves were installed to rec fy the problem. Other property owners in the immediate area are prone to the same problem. Clusters of three or four houses are connected to a single water source at one house. If a leak occurs at a house with the main connec on and the water is turned o , the other homeowners would also not have any water. This happened to Ben Pownall and Susan Clarke on August 30 when they discovered water was seeping onto their property on Gosselin at the cor-

ner of Rue du Marquis. The couple called the town to advise them about the problem. Town o cials told them there was a leak from a broken pipe on their property. They were told if they shut o their water valve, it would a ect the three adjacent houses, said Clarke. The water could only be turned o if Clarke and their three neighbours all had their own individual shut-o valves installed and connected to the town’s water main. Clarke and Pownall agreed but balked at the $2,000 cost. They said because the valve was installed on municipal property it was town’s responsibility to absorb the cost. “The city is responsible for their property, which is the rst 10 feet from the road,� said Pownall. They later learned that many municipali es apparently pay for the cost of installing a shut-o value. Clarke said they did research online at the town’s website but didn’t nd any informa on. They did, however, nd a program on another municipal website along with an applica on form for reimbursement. They submi ed their completed applica on at St. Lazare City Hall and it was accepted, Clarke said. In an English transla on of an email reply from the town dated October 12, the town then refused to accept the couple’s claim. A por on of the email stated: “Pursuant to the results of an internal inves ga on carried out in collabora on with our coworkers in the Infrastructure Department and considering that you failed to claim within the 15day delay allowed under sec on 585 of the Ci es and Towns Act, RLRQ c. C-19, the Town of Saint-Lazare hereby denies all responsibility for the alleged damages claimed in your writ.� Clarke said the town’s reply implies they could have been reimbursed if

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their claim was led within the 15-day deadline. She also alleges that when the municipal employees came to install the shut-o without no ce, they demanded the $2,000 payment immediately and did not men on a claim could have been led with the town. Claude Boursier who lives on Ste. AngĂŠlique was not aware of any reimbursement process from the town. Boursier added neither they, nor their next-door neighbour, were never even told in advance the town would install shut-o valves on their proper es. “They just came and began working,â€? said Boursier. “They said it would cost $2,000 for the valve and we would also have to pay for the connec on

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A recently installed water shut-o valve pokes up from the ground in front of a burnt-out house on Chemin Ste. AngĂŠlique on November 1. Resident Susan Clarke says the town of St. Lazare should reimburse residents for the installa on cost.

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Community service With the upcoming municipal elec ons, has had the onerous task of handling myriad mayoralty and councillor pro les in the paper and online for the last few months. We also took the ini a ve to coordinate and host a live mayoralty candidates’ debate in Hudson at St. James Church Hall last October 19. A lot of planning and coordina ng went into that event but we donated our me as a service to the Anglophone community in Hudson. The debate proved to be an informa ve and well-a ended evening. We realized soon a er there was no English-language debate planned for the Anglophones in St. Lazare even though that community is thriving. Due to me constraints, a live event was not feasible. Therefore we decided to hold a ‘live online’ debate right here in our o ce, posing ques ons pre-submi ed by our readers. Realizing the opportunity to reach voters, two par cipants accepted immediately. The third par cipant declined to take part given the fact that it would be held in English, saying the incumbent, as an Anglophone, would have an unfair advantage. We then o ered to allow candidates to respond in French and rmed up a me for the debate, but due to a scheduling con ict, he declined. With Elec on Day looming, we made the decision to proceed with two of the three candidates even though we would have preferred all three take part, leading to a vibrant exchange and a chance for voters to hear all three pla orms. The invita on to the third candidate remained open right up un l the debate should his schedule change but our further emails went unanswered. The ensuing social media maelstrom we witnessed following the debate was disconcer ng, not only for the lack of basic civility of a select few in the online community, but by insinua ons of collusion and interference. The debate was a lively discourse of ideas, points of view, challenges, and even some heated exchanges – all elements you want to see in a healthy democra c exercise. The swearing, anger, and nger poin ng came later. The invita on to a end was just that, and not an edict. If there’s regret a er the fact that it seemed like an opportunity was squandered, that falls to the invitee and not to Monique Bissonne e – Publisher Carmen Marie Fabio – Editor

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Dear Editor: editor@yourlocaljournal.ca This is the tle of a book I read when I was councillor for Hudson several years ago. It was published by the , a non-pro t organiza on whose members work on improving the quality of life of their ci zens. It impressed on me that ci zens should always be at the centre of the decision process and that the health and well-being of these people are really the raison d’être of public service. Several years ago, the World Health Organiza on (WHO) hired two sociologists, Trevor Hancock and Leonard Duhl, to research and de ne what cons tutes a ‘healthy’ community. A er looking at various places, they came away with the feeling that a healthy community is one which is constantly improving the physical and social environment for its ci zens. They also underlined that civic health doesn’t refer to merely the physical aspects of a place – such as clean water, decent shelter, enough food to eat – but it also refers to a place in which the ci zens have a voice. Humans have a real need to be heard and listened to, and this contributes to their mental wellbeing. As you are marking your ballot November 5, I respec ully suggest you ask yourself which candidate, in your opinion, has this passion for true civic health (in all the tangible and intangible aspects), and is obsessed in pu ng the ci zen at the core of all decision making. Regarding the incumbents asking you to trust them for another four years, please ask yourself: do you feel that they put you rst? Do you feel that you were listened to and your concerns addressed? Did they communicate well with you? Do you feel they had your best interests at heart when they raised their hands to vote at council mee ngs? Do you feel they made a di erence in your quality of life? Make your vote count on Elec on Day.

! " # $ # On October 19, 2017 (my birthday) I received, via registered mail, a le er from Transport Canada accusing me of allegedly ying a drone some me last June 26, 2017 around the new city hall while it was under

construc on. The only problem with this assump on is the fact I have never owned or borrowed a drone in which to do this. I did ask someone who does this to take a photo that can only be taken with a drone. Yet I receive this, in spite of the fact that the town itself had someone take a drone video of the crowds a ending ‘Au Galop’ last summer. And it was much closer to the airport to boot. This was con rmed by a neighbor who saw it above him and others who knew about this. It wasn’t made public as the footage didn’t support the number of people they claimed were in a endance. The real reason I believe I got this le er was because our blog ‘Saint Lazare Truth Serum’ with all the other photos, news items and le ers to the editor that are there for all to review going back three years. The one photo that I think really bugged them was the one of our sewage lagoons and their proximity to the new school and the development going on over there in CitĂŠ-des-Champs and Papillion. Is this what a 73-year-old ci zen can expect when he tries to post things most don’t know about or even care enough to inform themselves about? By the way I was told that mobile truck with the video type sign on its side was removed from the corner of BĂŠdard and Ste. AngĂŠlique because the owner of the store was threatened with vandalism if it remained there. True or not? I really don’t know but it’s no longer there. Go and vote folks. This is a very important elec on. % # ! & ' " & ( # $ ' #

) ) With the upcoming municipal elec ons, the subject of the management of school board proper es was raised at the Lester B. Pearson school board council mee ng held on October 30, 2017. Presently, school boards and municipali es operate in a parallel manner, and that is not the most ef cient way of doing things. At mes there is an unnecessary, costly duplica on of services. Consider: most schools are generally in opera on 200 days of the year; auditoriums, libraries and gymnasia are underused. Due to school holidays, facili es are o en shut down.

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Vaudreuil-Dorion re ghters were kept busy within a 24-hour period responding to an incident at an industrial company on October 30 and a minor re at a shopping block on October 31. In the rst incident, emergency personnel were dispatched at 6:05 a.m. to a general alarm of a reported building re at 900 Rue Valois. As re ghters evaluated the scene upon arrival, they discovered smoke coming from a pile of nickel concentrate. “We did some research on the product before intervening and we found that it was reac ve with water,� Opera ons Fire Chief John Boudreau told $ % . " Boudreau said the crew obtained a loader from the city. The pile was removed, placed outside and spread out on the ground. “It was overhea ng from a small reac on, possibly from the oor or the humidity inside the building. By bringing it outside, it stopped reac ng, cooled o and became stable,� said Boudreau. Fire ghters spent almost ve hours on scene to properly assess the situa on and make sure the product was properly stabilized. “It was a situa on that lasted

a long me because we couldn’t put water on it inside. We always have to do research on a product. If we had put water on it, it would have reacted even more,� said Boudreau. O cials from the provincial environment ministry were also called. “They took some samples for analysis. We always call them when there’s a large amount of a product or if a tanker is involved. They have the exper se to always assist us,� said Boudreau. Adjacent businesses were never evacuated during the incident. “We were monitoring the air quality with gas detectors the whole me. There were no abnormal readings. When we brought the product outside, we were always monitoring it and there were no dangerous fumes,� Boudreau said. # “It was an isolated incident fortunately. They’ve had that product for the past 12 years and they never had any problems when they manipulate it. The only change now is the product comes with a sort of plas c in it and it’s put through a strainer to remove the plas c,� said Boudreau. “This is something new that they’re doing but I don’t see how that could have caused the reac on that occurred. &

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Shop owner Lucy Arts stands outside her damaged store front a9er an early-morning :re at a commercial unit at 296 Harwood Boulevard on Tuesday, October 31.

A Tasteful Success! The Vaudreuil-Soulanges Palliative Care Residence Foundation (VSPCRF) would like to thank the 300 guests who took part in the 12th Edition of the Wild Game Supper on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at Cabane Marc-Besner. Over $48,575 was raised during this fundraising event presented by Mrs. Diane Joly, President of Groupe DPJL Assurances Inc., under the chairmanship of Mr. Pierre Depatie, Regional Vice-President of Intact Insurance.

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“The reality is that people’s daily preoccupation is otherwise focused, so when we find ourselves vulnerable when terminal sickness occurs, we can count on the services offered at the VaudreuilSoulanges Palliative Care Residence,� explained the honourary chairman of the event, Mr. Pierre Depatie (Intact Insurance).

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Profiles - St. Lazare council candidates Herbert Haunstetter - District 2 A St. Lazare resident since 2011, Herbert (Herb) Haunste er is commi ed to serving his cons tuents and to be their voice if he’s elected councillor. “My vision is to have an a ordable, family-friendly, green community within a town that has sound nancial management,” said Haunste er. His work career spans more than 40 years and includes du es as purchasing manager, quality assurance specialist, manufacturing manager and facili es manager. Haunste er proposes to keep municipal taxes at an a ordable level, repair and modernize necessary infrastructure, provide controlled growth of the town, and protect green spaces and parks.

He encourages everyone eligible to vote because it’s up to the ci zens to elect a candidate who will support their interests.

Dominique Pialoux – District 2 “I’m listening to you...for a future to share” is Dominique Pialoux’s campaign slogan. A nature enthusiast with a passion for horses, Pialoux immediately fell in love with St. Lazare a er moving into the community 10 years ago. As councillor, she intends to contribute to ensure the town retains its rural charm, equestrian iden ty and con nues to be a safe place centered on the wellbeing of its residents. Her work experience includes working with government organiza ons primarily focusing on economic development and small and medium-sized businesses. Pialoux also has management consul ng experience which has provided her with an understanding of

the business world and the skills required to e ec vely manage various levels of public administra on.

Constantinos Markakis – District 3 A two-year tax freeze, improving traf c conges on, and solving drainage and water issues are important priori es for Constan nos Markakis. He’s been ac vely involved within the community and has a ended 60 council mee ngs in the past ve years. A Chaline Valley resident for 15 years, Markakis has consistently worked on the Chaline Valley landslide dossier for ve years and pushed the municipality and provincial government to rec fy the problem. An urgent priority is producing a new landslide zone map to remove hundreds of homes from the risk area. He will also push for a ‘quality control policy’ for new development and unveil a comprehensive plan

to help all past and present vic ms of the sinking house problem.

Marc-André Esculier – District 4 A er becoming district councillor during a late September 2015 by-elec on, Marc-André Esculier is seeking re-elec on. A resident for 39 years, he feels the town must deal with several important issues including resolving community-wide tra c problems, aquaduct breakdowns, sewer back-ups, street drainage issues, and the lack of a safe and coherent bicycle path network. Esculier added it’s necessary to stop the erosion of the rus c se ng in the east-end and to listen to ci zen’s opinions instead of giving them the ‘illusion’ they are being listened to. As founder and sole administrator of the second largest shoe and accessory trade show in Canada, his

event-promo ng experience will enable annual fes vals to be held at no cost to taxpayers, he added.

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Richard Chartrand – District 5 A life-long resident since 1952, Richard Chartrand is running for council because he loves the town and wants to par cipate in planning to ensure a healthy and safe future within its means for residents. He’s been working since age 14 at the St. Lazare family business Chez Maurice restaurant and entertainment centre. He became co-owner in 1990 and for the past 17 years has been involved in marke ng and is the venue’s Ar s c Director. Chartrand is ac vely involved in numerous local and regional organiza ons including s nts as president of the St. Lazare Business Associa on, member of the Vaudreuil-Soulanges chamber of commerce, member of the St. Lazare commercial re-

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Serge David – District 5 “I am proud of the courage and leadership this council has demonstrated in addressing the big issues,� said David as he seeks a second consecu ve mandate as councillor. The many major accomplishments during David’s rst term include construc on of a new municipal garage and workshop, a new re sta on, and the securing of a $5.9 million provincial grant to prevent landslides in Chaline Valley. He also noted the adop on of By-law 1032 which provides nancial assistance for homeowners with cracked founda ons, the opening of the rue de Carillion exit in Chaline Valley and the new city hall. David said he would welcome housing for the elderly and an equestrian facility at the Base de plein air if he is reelected.

Richard Nataf – District 6 A desire to con nue serving his cons tuents has mo vated Richard Nataf to seek a second consecu ve mandate as councillor. He discovered St. Lazare through riding lessons in the mid-60s and later became the owner of two horses. Nataf embraced the town’s lifestyle and moved to the community 17 years ago. Nearing re rement age, he felt it was important to become more involved in municipal a airs and ran for council in 2013. Nataf also sits on the environment, toponymy and urbanism consulta ve commi ees. “I am proud to have par cipated in the accomplishments achieved by a courageous mayor and council over the last four years,� said Nataf. “I will con nue

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Interna onally acclaimed musician, percussionist, and ar st, Blair Mackay is on the campaign trail in Hudson District 5 and he’s not alone. Well-known blogger Jim Du is compe ng for the same seat at the council table. # Mackay, a long- me resident of the district, said, “Hudson needs to shine and work well to grow.� In that context, infrastructure is at the top of his list of important issues. “Ge ng everyone hooked up to the sewage treatment system is an issue in terms of growth for the area,� he said, adding it’s an environmental issue as well. “Potable water and roads are important to the en re town, and roads are the biggest issue.� $ % & “My life as a musician and ar st began in Hudson,� said Mackay who has been instrumental in organizing the Hudson Music Fes val for the past 12 years. “Establishing and con nuing the fes val required collabora on with everyone in,� said Mackay regarding his experience.

He is also a volunteer member of the Cultural Policy Commi ee of the Town of Hudson. “The goal is to enhance and enrich the cultural community of Hudson,� he said no ng that with 40 years of professional experience in the arts and culture scene, he is well aware of the intricacies of grant applica ons. “We need a focused vision with a plan,� said Mackay adding that could include the development of a studio centre. “Not-for-pro t organiza ons need addresses,� he added. An element of Mackay’s vision is for the cultural policy to expand beyond the horizons of Hudson. “We need to create a broader sense of community that extends beyond ourselves, to look outward rather than inward,� he said. ' % “I’m not against development but I think we need to get our home base working rst,� said Mackay referring to the need to have current residences a ached to municipal water and sewage services where available. As for the Pine Beach/Sandy Beach development, he thought that having the town purchase all or part of the property doesn’t

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seem to be possible. “It’s a marsh and a wetland, the big shame is that could disappear, “ he said. Regarding the Pine Lake dam problem, he emphasized that however that project is developed, it needs to be well-kept and a rac ve. “I love Pine Lake. It’s iconic, it de nes who we are,� he said. Two phrases are key to Mackay’s pla orm, ‘You can’t do it alone’ and ‘There’s lots of team players in Hudson’ meaning he is willing to work with oth-

PHOTO COURTESY BLAIR MCKAY

As a candidate for council in Hudson District 5, Blair Mackay is o ering his experience and talent to assist in refurbish the image of the town.

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Damaged Black Creek culvert gets changed

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Replacement of the culvert that carries Black Creek under Cameron Road in Hudson began early on Monday, October 30. The culvert was damaged by the excessive ooding in the spring of 2017. “The cost of replacing the culvert is $120,000,�said Hudson’s Director General Jean-Pierre Roy who said 68 per cent of the cost is covered by money from the Quebec government for ood damage repairs. “It will be a square concrete culvert, larger than the previous one, that will provide a be er ow of water,� said Roy adding that the type of culvert chosen was the result of an engineering study. “We have received all of the approvals

we need from all departments including the Ministère du DĂŠveloppement durable, de l’Environnement et Lu e contre les changements clima ques (MDDELCC) and the MunicipalitĂŠ rĂŠgionale de comtĂŠ Vaudreuil-Soulanges (MRC-VS).â€? Roy said all the work should be completed before the middle of November. For the moment, Cameron Road is closed to through tra c to the centre of town and motorists are urged to use alternate routes such as CĂ´te Saint-Charles or Bellevue Street. Black Creek ows under Cameron Street to meet up with the Viviry River resul ng in what was Pine Lake.

OFFICIAL AGENT NICOLE DURAND PUBLISHED BY YOUR LOCAL JOURNAL

NICOLE DURAND - DISTRICT 3 The 2017-2021 campaign is almost over and it has been a pleasure serving you as your councillor these past 4 years. I have learned so much and am prepared to apply this knowledge to continue serving you for another 4 years. I enjoyed meeting so many of you during my door to door and in the village but for those of you I missed I will be at the Gallerie 448 Main, on Thursday November 2, from 2-5 and Barbara Robinson from district 4 and I will be at 429 Main Friday November 3, from 4:30 to 6:00 to answer questions you might have. Hope to see you. You can also reach me through my Facebook page; Nicole Durand District 3

June Brickwood-Sandwell enters election race in Hudson District 2 James Armstrong $ %

June Brickwood-Sandwell has her eye on the council seat in Hudson District 2 as do two other candidates, Cynthia Massa and Aus n Rikley-Krindle. A long- me resident, Brickwood-Sandwell wants to con nue much of what the previous town council’s agenda set in mo on. # At the top of her list is the provision of potable water with the short-term solu on of digging a new well and the long-term project of drawing and trea ng water from the O awa River. Repairing and improving roads, sidewalks, cycling paths and walking /hiking trails is an important issue for Brickwood-Sandwell. She also sees a need to improve public playgrounds for children and install municipality-wide, uniform street (civic) number signs/posts that are 911 emergency–compliant. “Preserving the beauty of our local environment and working for its preserva on is important for me. For example: nd a reasonable, environmentally sound and compassionate solu on to Pine Lake; maintain and further develop our walking/ hiking trails in an environmentally sound fashion,� she wrote in a recent email. ' % & “We need to encourage reasonable residen al development, especially for young families, while being respec ul of our countryside and our present resi-

dents’ needs, rights and preferences,� wrote Brickwood-Sandwell. She supports the proposed Villa Wyman assisted living seniors’ residence and sees the need for further development in that direc on. She clearly sees a need to improve accessibility to services, informa on, events, and buildings for all people with disabili es of any kind. For example, ramps, raised stages, truly accessible sidewalks and walking/hiking trails. This would also include appropriate required equipment such as municipal employee/essen al services provider e-mail addresses and cell phones for text-messaging; closed cap oning of all public movie screenings; real- me cap oning for Town Council and other public mee ngs; audiotapes of municipal informa on, by-laws, town council and other public mee ngs and their agendas and minutes. To help with the achievement of these goals, she suggested developing a rela onship with the MAB-Mackay Rehabilita on Centre, Communicaid for Hearing Impaired Persons (CHIP) and other organiza ons for people with disabili es. “I have a physical disability: severe, profound hearing impairment - extremely hard-of- hearing. As a person with a lifealtering disability, I believe that I can increase awareness and implement necessary improvements such as accessibility, to help people with disabili es.� ( “We need to preserve our rich cultural and ar s c heritage and our historical

buildings,â€? said Brickwood-Sandwell. She would like to explore the possibility of crea ng a Hudson ‘Village of Yesteryear’ similar to Upper Canada Village or the Village QuĂŠbĂŠcois d’Antan to celebrate the rich and varied historical background of the area. “I believe that I can make a valuable contribu on to the Town of Hudson,â€? said Brickwood-Sandwell. “I look forward to working with Hudson ci zens and Hudson Town Council to ensure a bright, sustainable and happy future for our town.â€?

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PARRYWINKLE JAMES PARRY Like most guys I know, spending an hour in a store, let alone four, just ain’t gonna happen. You go for a pair of socks, buy a pair of socks, and get out fast. No browsing or window shopping. I would rather have root canal work without an anesthe c or be chucked into a patch of poison ivy! But that’s exactly what I did this past SaturPHOTO BY MAURICE JEFFERIES day, October 27, and it could not have been more pleasurable and rewarding. --------------HUMBLING EXPERIENCE - For I was at Walmart in Vaudreuil-Dorion, together with fellow Hudson Legion Branch #115 member, Michael EllioI, pinning on poppies to shoppers as part of the annual Poppy Campaign that runs through November 11 not only here on the home front but throughout Canada. Tell you folks, it was a most illumina ng, emo onal, and humbling experience. Being born in England in the fall of 1945, I never served in the military. But my father, John Parry, did with Montgomery’s Eighth Army in North Africa and although he never did talk about it I know he was secretly proud to be dubbed a Desert Rat. And so on Saturday I was thinking of him and all the other Veterans who put themselves in harm’s way to serve and ght in foreign lands so that people like you and me could live in the world - with all its problems and current con icts - that we enjoy today. Including, on Sunday, November 5, vo ng in a democra c elec on for mayors and councillors in our region. --------------PARADE ON SUNDAY - Sheesh. Four hours? I could have stayed there all day. We were relieved for the a ernoon shi by Marie Larouche and Flore Koluzs. As was the case with other volunteers at 11 other nearby loca ons all organized and supervised with military precision by Gerry Foliot and Moe Lafoley with every cent raised going directly to honour and support Veterans, serving military, and their families. So, on their behalf, the next me you are out shopping or popping into a local bar or restaurant between now and November 11, do pick up a poppy. And hey, if you le it on your other coat or lost it perhaps when a aching your seat belt, may I suggest that you take another one. Chipping in what you can, loose change and all. A er all, it’s only once a year for a great cause that lasts all year long! This year’s Remembrance Day Parade in Hudson, by the way, leaves the IGA parking lot at 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, November 5, with the Cenotaph Memorial Ceremony beginning at 1 p.m. just a er the parade arrives at The Legion located behind the Community Centre at 394 Main. Lest we forget! --------------BUCKET LIST 2 - Something that I will certainly never forget, albeit for a totally di erent reason, is the one-man show at Hudson Village Theatre three years ago when Hudsonite Michael McNally cked o an item on his bucket list that he had long dreamed of doing. Booking HVT and singing standards on stage with all proceeds going to a cause dear to his heart. Namely, The Bryan Liew Founda on, named in honour of Bryan Liew, former St. Lazare resident, coach of the Hudson/St. Lazare Running and Athle cs Club as well as the athle cs club of Westwood Junior High who passed away in 2013. Well, Michael is back, for one night only, and again at HVT but this me co-hosted by stars such as Alexandre Beaulieu - who has appeared in Cats, Phantom of the Opera, and Les MisĂŠrables - Paola Travaglini singing classical duets with Alexandre, and Michael’s talented daughters Ka e - former singer with the Freddie James Project - Alessa who is ying in from London, England, and Francesca who will be singing alongside their dad as well as doing their own solos. Said Michael, 75 years young and s ll running an average of 40 km weekly, “It really will be a musical extravaganza and all the money raised will be going to help promote and support amateur sports as well as help develop sports infrastructure including a synthe c track in the VaudreuilSoulanges region.â€? It’s all happening at HVT, 28 Wharf Road, on Wednesday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets at $20 a pop are selling fast and for reserva ons, call (514) 572-2332 or e-mail michaelmcnallyster@gmail.com. Hope to see you there! And that’s a wrap! E-mail: crea on@videotron.ca

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Jim Duff vying for council seat in Hudson District 5 James Armstrong Your Local Journal

Jim Du , well-known former journalist and present day blogger, is campaigning for the Hudson District 5 council seat. He’s not alone in the race – Blair Mackay has set his sights on the same posi on. “We have to move Hudson forward,� Du told Your Local Journal, no ng all the candidates for council are in agreement on the problems that need to be repaired such as roads and sidewalks. “We have a serious infrastructure de cit in Hudson,� he said. ) * & * Du said the lack of maintenance of drainage ditches and culverts is a serious issue in areas of Hudson. “Privately owned sep c systems have a reduced life span because of a lack of good drainage ditches,� he said, adding weeping elds in areas such as Birch Hill and Brisbane become waterlogged due to a poor ditch and culvert system. The result is sewage water draining into the ditches.

There is a tremendous problem with tra(c on Côte Saint-Charles, we have to come up with a solu on. – Hudson council candidate, Jim Du

“The only solu on is to sewer them,� he said referring to those areas. He also said there’s a need to protect the potable water wells in residen al areas such as Oakland, Elm and Dwyer. “The ques on then becomes, ‘How do we sewer for a reasonable price?’� he said. “We have to come up with a deal that gets as many residents hooked up as possible, and then tax them back the amount, like Rigaud does.� & “There is a tremendous problem

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Jim Du , a candidate for Hudson council, has serious concerns about public safety in the town.

with tra c on CĂ´te Saint-Charles, we have to come up with a solu on,â€? Du said, using as an example the frequently occurring situa on of vehicular traf c having to nego ate its way through cyclists, pedestrians and joggers. He described a par cularly dangerous area in the vicinity of Westwood Senior High School where a rise in the twolane road obscures visibility for drivers a emp ng to pass cyclists and pedestrians using the same road. He sees the possibility of crea ng a solu on to the problem by incorpora ng a plan for safer streets in the ini a ve to repave the roads. “Ditches have to be excavated, storm sewers and culverts installed, then back lled and paved. Once wands and other removable separa on devices are added, Hudson’s pedestrians and cyclists can walk and ride safely,â€? he said. “I’m a big fan of jus ce and equality and am not making promises I can’t keep,â€? Du said adding he is more than willing to work with any of the candidates as a team member should he win the seat in District 5.

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Jeannine Landry is compe ng with incumbent Hans Gruenwald Jr. for the mayoralty seat. “I’m for consul ng with people; having residents involved in the decision making process,” she said in a recent interview. “I want the town to have an a tude of coopera on with its ci zens.” Permits and urban planning As an example, she cited the length of me it takes for a resident to apply for and receive a permit to make home renova ons. “There needs to be a faster and easier method to have a permit,” she said, adding that in some cases ci zens give up on the process and proceed with the work without a permit. In other instances, Landry said she knows of situa ons where the permit process has held up home-

owners wan ng to have new doors and windows installed un l the winter months. “And that’s when the company loses the contract because it’s too late in the season.” Landry sees a need to develop and facilitate access to low-cost housing and the means of nancing in order to a ract young families to Rigaud. Potable water and sewage treatment “We need to have more exible solu ons when it comes to potable water and sewage,” said Landry. “For example, compos ng toilets are a solu on for some areas and a rain water catchment and ltra on system is an op on for potable water,” she added no ng that rain water may contain fewer heavy metals than ground water. For Landry, it is important that the town provide access to sustainable, ecologically sound infrastructure.

“There are many solu ons, it takes a change of a tude for them to happen,” said Landry. Community Ac,on “I have always been involved in community ac on,” said Landry no ng her experience earned in her 20-year career as a nurse followed by a law degree. “We moved to Rigaud in 2010 because we were in search of a be er life,” she said. From her point of view, community ac on is an integral part of the town. Urban Agriculture “I want to develop a community garden and promote urban agriculture,” said Landry adding that she wants to adopt policies that promote the cul va on of unused land to grow vegetable crops co-opera vely with Rigaud ci zens. Public Security As one of many residents directly

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Rigaud mayoralty candidate Jeannine Landry has plans for a more environmentally friendly future for the town.

a ected by the spring oods of 2017, Landry sees a need for the municipality to ensure it has a coordinated security plan with Hydro Quebec in place. Landry said that with a so ware applica on, water ow data supplied by Hydro Quebec can be communicated to ci zens at all mes. According to Landry, this would give residents me to evacuate in the event of a high water episode or a dam failure.

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Vaudreuil-Soulanges MP Peter Schiefke marks mandate mid-point James Armstrong $ %

With two years of a four-year mandate under his belt, Liberal Member of Parliament Peter Schie e hosted an open house at his o ce for VaudreulSoulanges cons tuents Friday, October 27. There was a steady ow tra c during the event as residents came to share conversa on, co ee and their concerns. During a quiet moment, Schie e responded to ques ons from $ % regarding recent informa on circula ng on social media concerning removal of a federal tax credit for diabe cs and taxes for small businesses. “It’s unfortunate, but there’s a lot of informa on being spread around right now that is simply not true,� said Schie e adding, “Clearing up misinforma on issues has become a cri cal part of my job.� The federal tax credit for diabe cs program has not been changed. “It never happened,� said Schie e.

. He described how, in July, Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau began a 75-day consulta on period with small business owners to gain feedback on proposals put forward by the government in order to make the system more equitable. “Immediately, there was misinforma on put out that this was already done, that these were changes already put in place,� said Schie e. The end result, he said, was a mix of clarifying misinforma on while carrying out

the consulta on. “I had discussions with over 80 small business owners in Vaudreuil-Soulanges who reached out,� said Schie e, adding that the president of the Chamber of Commerce that represents more than 600 businesses in the area was also included in the consulta on process. &

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Le 1er mai 2017, le conseil municipal de la Ville d’Hudson a adoptĂŠ les règlements suivants : •

RĂˆGLEMENT No 691-2017 VISANT Ă€ MODIFIER DE NOUVEAU LE PLAN D’URBANISME DE LA VILLE D’HUDSON – AGRANDISSEMENT DU NOYAU COMMERCIAL CENTRAL (C1)

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RĂˆGLEMENT No 692-2017 VISANT Ă€ MODIFIER DE NOUVEAU LE PLAN D’URBANISME DE LA VILLE D’HUDSON – AGRANDISSEMENT DU NOYAU COMMERCIAL CENTRAL (C1) La MunicipalitĂŠ rĂŠgionale de comtĂŠ de VaudreuilSoulanges (MRC) a dĂŠlivrĂŠ les certiďŹ cats de conformitĂŠ requis par la Loi, le 7 juillet 2017 (H 2017-07 et H 2017-08). Cette date marque donc l’entrĂŠe en vigueur des règlements numĂŠros 691-2017 et 692-2017.

On May 1st, 2017, the Council of the Town of Hudson adopted the following by-laws: •

BY-LAW No 691-2017 TO FURTHER AMEND THE PLANNING PROGRAM OF THE TOWN OF HUDSON – COMMERCIAL CENTRAL CORE (C1) EXTENSION

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BY-LAW No 692-2017 TO FURTHER AMEND THE PLANNING PROGRAM OF THE TOWN OF HUDSON - COMMERCIAL CENTRAL CORE (C1) EXTENSION The Regional County Municipality of VaudreuilSoulanges (RCM) has issued the certiďŹ cates of conformity as required by the law on July 7th, 2017 (H 2017-07 and H 2017-08). This date indicates the coming into force of By-Laws No 691-2017 and No 692-2017.

La rĂŠvision de ces règlements peut ĂŞtre faite Ă l’HĂ´tel de Ville, 481 Main, Hudson, durant les heures rĂŠgulières qui sont de 08h30 Ă 16h30, du lundi au vendredi.

These by-laws may be reviewed at the Town Hall, 481 Main, Hudson, during working hours which are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from Monday to Friday.

DonnĂŠ Ă Hudson Le 2 novembre 2017.

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Movies You Might Have Missed Title: The Witch (2015) Director: Robert Eggers Genre: Horror Available: on Ne lix Brief Synopsis: In 1630s New England, a farmer’s infant son mysteriously vanishes without a trace. Tensions rise as they begin to suspect supernatural forces. Aggregate Scores: IMDb 6.8 Ro en Tomatoes 91% Review: The cool, crisp autumnal air has given way to the dark, wet bleakness that is October. This change not only marks the transi on towards winter, but also signals one of my most me honoured tradi ons: pretending I am manly enough to watch horror movies. Halloween is near, and with the treats come the tricks, and I can safely say I prefer the former. This month’s ar cle looks at one of the best recent horror lms, 0 The plot is rela vely straigh orward. A Puritan family is banished from their fortressed planta on in New England over a di erence in interpreta on over the New Testament. They are cast out into the woods to start their life over, only to have their infant child disappear. The family begins to argue over whose fault it was, and fear it is the work of a witch. This rela vely simple plot is told masterfully by director Eggers, who forgoes jump scares in favour of atmospheric dread. As a debut lm, this is incredibly ambi ous. Eggers focused on the details, like building a replica 1600s cabin and period dialogue, to make this lm feel as authen c as possible. He is assisted by a phenomenal cast, who make the rough, almost Shakespearean dialect sound natural. The score is uniquely creepy, keeping the audience on edge without overpowering the rest of the lm. The true star of this lm, however, is the imposing scenery. Filmed in Northern Ontario, the woods, which are so thick you can barely see what lies behind the rst few trees, are menacing and foreboding. Like the deepest, darkest ocean waters, your imagina on can lead you to believe almost anything exists beyond your sight – even a witch. As soon as the family leaves the last bas on of civiliza on that was the Puritan community, the woods (and what resides inside) claustrophobically ghten around their farm like a noose. Eggers was brave enough to trust that his audience would follow the slow-burn setup, and not be turned o by the old-fashioned dialogue. Viewers who did this were rewarded with a uniquely realis c horror experience. While I may watch horror lms through half opened ngers, I am not truly frightened a er the credits begin to roll. I know Freddy Krueger will not burst through my door at any moment, but this is not a reality shared by the Puritan family in this lm, or in past history. Simply look at the Salem Witch Trials for examples of how for the people of that me, magic and witches not only existed, but were right around the corner. For the dura on of this lm, you see the world through their eyes, and it is truly horrifying. PHOTO COURTESY IMDB.COM

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THINGS TO SEE AND DO To submit your “Things to See and Doâ€?, send your information to editor@yourlocaljournal.ca before Tuesday noon. All announcements should include dates, times and addresses. Publishing priority will be given to free events, non-proďŹ t, and community based groups. BEACONSFIELD Rosie’s Animal Adop on Fall A airBazaar takes place Sunday, November 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Christ Church Beaurepaire, 455 Church Street. Support our rescue dogs by ge ng a head start on your holiday shopping. Something for everyone including ar san delights, cra s, and baked goods. Leashed dogs welcome. DOLLARD DES ORMEAUX The Montreal Lakeshore University Women’s Club presents Dr. Suzanne Morin who will discuss the research and evalua on of health-related outcomes of osteoporosis. Join us Monday, November 13, 7 p.m., at the Karnak Shriner’s Temple, 3050 Sources Boulevard. More info at www.mluwc. com HUDSON Author Louise Carson will launch her :9h book and second mystery book ‘The Cat Among Us’ at the Greenwood Centre for Living History, 254 Main Road on Sunday, November 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. The book is set in Greenwood’s historic house. Readings from the book will be accompanied by refreshments. Admission by dona on to Greenwood. RSVP at (450) 4241072. Liberal MP Peter Schie e will a end

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the Remembrance Day ceremony at the cenotaph in Vaudreuil-Soulanges to honour the brave men and women in uniform who have served and con nue to serve our country in mes of war, military con ict, and peace. Come join the service at the Hudson Legion, Beach Road, Sunday, November 5, at 1 p.m. Great news - A new &( date for Mary Walsh has been set! A er a previous postponement, Walsh will be at the Hudson Village Theatre Friday, November 10, at 7:30 p.m. This event is already sold out. So please bring your original passes/ ckets as these will be checked upon entry. If you have any ques ons, please call: (450) 4585396. PINCOURT St. Patrick of the Island Showcase 2017 – For our 7th year, we are featuring a tribute to Canadian ar sts showcasing singers, dancers, comedy, bar and refreshments. Join us at St. Patrick of the Island Church, 278 Shamrock Street. Saturdays - November 4 and 11 at 8 p.m. Proceeds go to the Knights of Columbus emergency food bank. Call (450) 424-2709 or (514) 893-1643 for ckets or informa on. The Mouvement d’Expression Ar s que Libre (M.E.A.L.) is holding its fall exhibi on and sale of pain ngs and

make sure we’re doing the right thing. We don’t want to expose the re ghters or the ci zens to anything. We always make sure to take the proper precau ons before intervening.� $ * / Fire ghters were also dispatched early Tuesday morning to a small re at a four-unit, ground-level commercial strip at 296 Boulevard Harwood. The blaze was con ned to a small sec on of the roof at the rear of the building. There was also minor smoke and water damage. The cause was apparently electrical. Building owner Kim Shieh said police in a passing patrol car no ced smoke and alerted the re department. Shieh was extremely distressed as she pointed to a gaping hole in the roof at the rear. “This is the rst me in 15 years that I’ve owned the building something like this happened. I spent $140,000 for a new roof and now it’s nished,� she said. For smoking-accessory store owner Lucy Arts, the re didn’t do any signi cant damage to her shop. “We opened last December. Our customers are quite loyal. They keep coming back. A er a bit of a clean-up, we’re hoping to be back up and running soon. We serve medical pa ents and they need their smoking accessories,� said Arts.

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STE. ANNE DE BELLEVUE Union Church presents Hygge, a feel-good roadshow fundraiser. Pronounced ‘hoo-ga’ it’s a Danish concept meaning wellbeing, community connec on, warmth, coziness, belonging, and gra tude. Enjoy cocoa by candlelight in a cozy atmosphere in a mul media concert under the direc on of Pierre Gallant, Saturday, November 18, 8 p.m. and Sunday, November 19, 2 p.m. Tickets $20. For more info, contact Jack Brown (450) 455-2764 or bshouse@bellnet.ca. Union Church, 24 Maple Street. The Lakeshore Chamber Music Society presents the second concert of their 57th season. Widely acclaimed pianist Philip Chiu will give a solo recital with works by Ravel, Rachmanino , Liszt and Schubert’s extraordinary fantasy in C major, ‘Der Wanderer.’ This concert takes place at Union Church, 24 Maple Street, Friday, November 10, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at the door; adults $20, seniors (60+) and students $15, children 16 and under: free. Come and enjoy an evening of fabulous music as well as an a er concert recep on with refreshments. For more details please visit our website at www. lakeshorechambermusic.org.

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Continued from page 19 , “We are keeping a lot of the tools that small businesses are using to grow and survive,� he said. One result of the consulta on was a decrease in the small business tax rate from 10.5 per cent to 9 per cent over the next 15 months. Small businesses account for 98.2 per cent of the Canadian business sector. As well, farmers and small businesses will con nue to be able to pass on their business to their heirs. Schie e said the federal government has ensured small business owners will

con nue to have the valuable tool of passive investment and income. In an email to $ % 3 Schie e stated, “The preferen al rate for the 97 per cent of businesses that generate up to $50,000 per year in passive income will be kept, ensuring that they will see no increase in taxes on their passive investment income. Only 29,000, or 3 per cent, of Canada’s 1.8 million small businesses generate more and would be subject to changes. With $1 million in passive investment at a nominal 5 per cent rate of return, a small business would generate $50,000 in passive income to use to grow their business, hire new employees, or save for a rainy day without facing any increases in taxes.�

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125 - FOR RENT New 4½ condo for rent, Hudson, hardwood floors, granite counters, dishwasher, indoor parking, available immediately, $1300/month. 4½ nouveau condo à louer, Hudson, planchers bois franc, comptoirs de granite, stationnement intérieur, libre immédiatement, 1300$/mois, 514-9848081, 819-425-4483, nancy@vertdeveloppement.com (171116) Beautiful 4½ apartment on the upper floor of a triplex in Hudson. High ceilings, new floors. Includes washer, dryer, stainless steel microwave, stove, fridge, dishwasher. Balcony and 2 air conditioning units. $1150/month. Please call 514-9748890 (171102) PRIME HUDSON COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT. 60 Cameron (next to the Dépanneur Shaar & Bank of Montreal). 1500 square feet in a high traffic area with plenty of parking. Please call 514-608-4958 or email placecameron.hudson@gmail.com to arrange a visit. (171116)

Semi-basement 2 bedroom apartment in the heart of Hudson. $750/month. No pets. All appliances included. Available immediately. Please call 450-458-0406 or 514-6979396 (171109) Home in Hudson village for rent, short or long term. Renovated and new kitchen ceramic and floors. Fenced backyard, finished basement, beautiful solarium. Central Vac, clothes chute, Jacuzzi tub. Grass cutting / snow removal included. $1250/month negotiable. Pet friendly. Available. 514-993-3552 (171116)

150 - SERVICES 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

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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 Hudson / St-Lazare Junk Removal. We want your junk! Don’t bring appliances, BBQ’s, batteries, electronics, to the eco center. We’ll pick them up for free. We clear houses, garages, barns, businesses, etc. Bilingue. Please call Chris 450-458-7518 (171214) Piano Lessons by well-liked, experienced female teacher. McGill graduate. Classical, traditional and fun music. All ages and adults. Call Bennedikte 514-912-0145 (171130)

“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. 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 (171102)

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POSITION DESCRIPTION: As an Advertising Sales Consultant you will be responsible for selling print advertising in The Journal to local businesses within a defined client list. You will participate in sales activities that drive revenue including days on the road to meet current and new clients as well as submit proposals and participate in sales meetings. If you have a desire to succeed in sales at a reputable privately-owned company with an absolutely wonderful team, this is the job for you! REQUIREMENTS: Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English 1+ years in sales or marketing experience in media advertising preferred Persuasiveness and sale closing ability Able to work as a team member and be a positive influence on others Ability to execute all aspects of the sales process WE OFFER: A guaranteed income An established client list that is ready to grow with your help

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 (171102) Gutter cleaning and yard clean-up. All your indoor painting needs. Outdoor power washing. Specializing in pre-sale touch-ups. Seniors discounts available. Stefan 514-9721435 (171207) Yard clean-up, hedge and shrub trimming and planting, tree pruning and removal, stump grinding, gardening cleanup. Grass cutting and sod. All exterior maintenance and general landscaping. Sean 514-991-9674 Paul’s Painting, including renovations, big and small. Tiling, flooring, custommade decks, cement repair. Call 514-9005839 (171109)

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Jacques Harvey Piano School. Experienced, qualified teacher offers piano lessons to beginners or advanced students. Children and adults are welcome. Call 450-455-1544. SINGING LESSONS. Private or SemiPrivate. In my home (St-Lazare). Sing the songs you love! Call Morgan. 514-6071308 References available. DOGSITTING/DOG WALKING. Experienced individual offering dog walking and dogsitting services. I live in the Saddlebrook area. If I can help you out, please call/text Josh at 514-952-0522 (171109) Registered Gun Smith. We buy new and used guns, restricted and non-restricted. 514-453-5018 Housecleaning services by experienced staff. References available upon request. Please call 450-218-4880 (171109) DOGSITTING. Retired woman with dogsitting 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 longterm. Please call Marilyn at 514-298-0429 (171109)

¿Moving? All jobs. Reliable, reasonable, fully equipped. Local and Ontario, Maritimes, USA. 35 yrs experience. Call Bill or Ryan 514-457-2063. Ivan’s Garbage Removal will remove renovation debris and junk from houses, sheds, garages, basements. Also old fences, decks and balconies. Available 7 days per week. Call: 514-804-8853 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 PRET A TOUT. Do you need money? Till your payday or your government cheque? Maximum $500. Call 514-5086969 or 450-802-7365 (cell) or e-mail christospapas1951@hotmail.com (191102) The Ensemble Big Swing Band is an Orchestra of 17 Musicians plus a Singer. We perform for various occasions: Fundraiser, Ballrooms, Corporate Parties, Weddings, Christmas Parties, Concerts. We are professional and affordable. Please contact Sam for your special occasion: 450-371-9710. (171102)

Housekeeper / Gardener in Saint Lazare. References available. Call Sharon at 450-4246593 (171102) All renovations & construction. Free estimates. Framing, plaster, windows, doors, floors (hardwood, floating, ceramic and vinyl), stairs, ceramic tiling, basements. Experienced work. RBQ 5688-2244-01 Jonathan 514-402-9223 (171109)

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Central Vacuum and Canister Vacuum Cleaners. Sales and repair of all brands. SEBO Vacuum Cleaner $398 and up. (Electrolux, Filter Queen, Kenmore and Central Vac). New Central Vac with bag, hose, accessories $675. Other brands available from $329 and up. Repair and service of all central vacuum systems. Parts and bags (all makes). Biodegradable cleaning supplies. Toilet paper $31.95/48 rolls. AspirateursHudson.com 67 McNaughten, Hudson, Quebec 450-458-7488

$ Buy car for scrap. Running or not, 24/7. www.scrapvehicule.com Call 514-951-4203

2009 VW Rabbit, 2.5 litre, gas, 5-speed manual transmission, black, heated seats and mirrors, AC, power windows, locks, mirrors, sunroof and fog lights. 130,000 km. $9,600 Call 514-886-1008

Ford Flex 2009, 3.5L, almost fully equipped, separate heater controls for rear passengers, DVD player, cruise control, sunroof for all passengers, electric front seats, mirrors, windows and sunroof, satellite radio, cd player, heated seats, remote starter, built in garage door openers on visor, radio controls on steering, 7 passengers, AWD, small dent on rear quarter panel. Slightly worn winter tires on mags. $6900. 514-717-1534

Lawn Maintenance business: Hedge trimming, lawn cutting contracts, landscaping, sodding, fall clean-up, trim bushes/trees, also top soil and seed lawns. Good rates. Call 514-884-5959 ( 171109) PIANO AND VOICE LESSONS – A Holistic approach to learning. Awareness of the mind, body and spirit through musical interpretation. 40+ years experience! Children and adult beginners welcome. Please contact Vivianne LaRiviere at 450458-7906 (171116) Cleaning is my pride and joy. Need a helping hand? Call Nadia. 450-458-3557 or 438-995-8655 (171116) Home Cleaning. Do you need extra help cleaning? I take great pride in what I do: dusting, bathrooms, vacuuming, cleaning behind fridge, stove and furniture. Very reliable and honest. I have regular clients for over 10 years. Donna 514-425-6930 (171116)

Enjoy painting and drawing? Want to improve your skills? Classes at Atelier de BrĂŠsoles can help you get new results in your work. Offered Fridays and Sundays in Hudson, QC. 450-202-3772 www.atelierdebresoles.com (171116)

175 - WANTED 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 CĂ´te St-Charles, St-Lazare, Reni Decors (171116)

200 - CAREERS/EMPLOYMENT Bookeeper required. 3 – 5 years experience. Full-time position. Resume to be sent to bookeepervaudreuil@gmail.com (171116)

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2006 Mercedes CLS 500,Silver, never winter driven. 86,000 kms, very clean, $18,000 – negotiable. Call Ray: 514-668-9718.

Chevrolet Malibu LT Sedan 2009, Automatic, 69,000 kms. Top condition and fully loaded with: Air conditioning, cruise control, remote key-less entry, sunroof, power seats and windows. $7,500. Call 514-827-6915. View on www.kijiji.ca Ad ID 1284563738.

2002 Subaru Outback Limited. Dual Sun Roofs. 2.5 litre engine. Leather heated seats. Minor rust. Recent new battery and alternator. Well maintained. Summer tires on mags. Winter tires on rims. 320,000+km. $1,500 OBO. 514-229-9868

1996 Honda Civic Si with multiple modifications: JDA B16A SIR II, cams, Exedy clutch, JDM ITR S80 LSD trans. w/short shift, urethane engine mounts, Sparco quick release steering wheel, Sparco seats w/Willans 4 pt. harness, Neuspeed sport springs w/Koni front shocks, frt/rear strut bars, stainless brake lines and much more. $6500 or best offer. 514-979-1603

Mercedes CLK 320 - 1999 - Convertible, Silver. 208,000 KM. $6,900. Call 514-216-9217.

Rare 2010 Infiniti G37S Sports Coupe 2-door, Grey, RWD, Fully Loaded, Navigation, Sun roof, Leather Heated seats, Upgraded BOSE sound system, New Michelin Pilot Sport Performance Tires, Winter mags with Toyo Winter Tires. Must see! 90,000km 450-732-5867 Marc

2005 Mercedes Smart Car, convertible, diesel, semi-automatic, A/C, 172,000km, white and black, 2 winter tires, $2800. 514-4679451 2009 White Saturn Outlook, 8 passenger, 120,000kms, good condition, $9500. 438-8788587

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Albert Pilon (Bert)1937 - 2017

BMW 550I 2007 Mint shape, New tires/ brakes all around, fresh maintenance. Second owner sale, 173,000kms. $9950. Fully equipped. View on Kijiji. Call 514-742-2779

Le mercredi 4 octobre 2017, Ă l’âge de 79 ans, est dĂŠcĂŠdĂŠ monsieur Albert Pilon, de Vaudreuil-Dorion, anciennement de Hudson. Il laisse dans le deuil son ĂŠpouse Francine Carrière, ses trois filles Michelle Anne, Linda (Ivan) et Sylvie (JoĂŤl), ses quatre petits-enfants Marc-AndrĂŠ (Annick), Isabelle, Virginie (Jessy) et Marianne, ses deux arrière-petits-fils Elliot et Tristan, ainsi que ses deux belles-sĹ“urs Claudette et Constance, ses neveux et nièces.

Sante Fe 2003, 2.4 litres, manual, light blue, 287,500km, good condition, reliable, new rear brakes and discs/drums, new waterpump; timing belt good for another 65,000km. $1600. 450-458-7488

La famille accueillera parents et amis, en prÊsence des cendres, le samedi 4 novembre 2017, à 13h, en l’Êglise Saint-Thomas d’Aquin de Hudson, suivi du service religieux qui sera cÊlÊbrÊ à 14h. L’inhumation aura lieu à une date ultÊrieure.

Ford Mustang 2001, convertible, metallic blue, automatic, leather interior, never winter driven, excellent condition, 68,000km, $7500 negotiable. 514-513-6766.

Un merci tout spĂŠcial Ă Dr Annick Terret-Hans ainsi qu’aux infirmières du CLSC de V.S. et au personnel de la MSPVS pour les bons soins prodiguĂŠs.

Chevrolet Malibu LS sedan 2013 top condition, 77,175 kms, OnStar feature, 2 sets of tires on rims with steel mags. $10,950. 450458-0527

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Regular exercise not only contributes to a feeling of wellbeing, both mentally and physically, it reduces the risk of developing high blood pressure, diabetes, colon cancer or heart disease. For seniors, it means being able to live independently longer and reducing the risk of falls and bone fractures. If you’re looking for a physical ac vity that’s easy on the joints and easy to learn, there’s plenty of choice. Here are 10 possibili es: ’ " $ # $( Maybe you don’t associate ge ng older with li ing weights but strength training is proven to not only improve physical strength, it will help your exibility, reduce pain, and improve your joint func on, especially if you’re living with osteoarthri s. ’ " # $ ( As we age, our muscles lose their elas city and become shorter. Aging also a ects the structure of our bones and muscles, and we lose our range of mo on

in our spine, shoulders and hips. Stretching exercises not only help relieve tension and joint s ness, when they’re accompanied with breathing exercises, they’re a great way to relax and improve and maintain range of mo on and exibility. ’ " $( Because your body is buoyant in water, any exercise you do in water, if done properly, will reduce stress on your joints. Yet because water resistance is greater than air resistance, you get more out of a workout. If your swimming skills are rusty, why not take basic swimming lessons and improve your swimming abili es? ’ “ 4 : ( O en called ‘Aqua c Fitness,’ or ‘Aqua tness’ these senior-friendly classes may involve exercising to music. The aim? Improve your overall tness without any impact to your joints. Choose from ‘gentle’ classes in the pool to exercises that involve jogging, spinning or a combina on of aerobics and swimming. 6

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bene ts that include improved strength, balance and exibility and stress relief. S ll, in spite of its gentle, slow movements, tai chi is a lot harder than it looks – in a good way. Learning to do a sequence of poses properly takes me and pa ence, not to men on mental focus. ’ “ 2 $( Believe it or not, a daily walk will ease joint pain, boost your immune func on and help turn o the e ects of weight-promo ng genes, especially if you walk briskly and for at least an hour a day. What’s more, walking is great for your circula on, it

helps shore up your bones, strengthen your muscles and improve your sleep. ’ $( It o ers a smooth and steady movement that’s not hard on the joints. Cycling is a great way to get some low-impact exercise that helps you lose weight, improve your heart health and immune system, and build strength and stamina. ’ ,

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way to meet new people. ’ 8 0 # ) ( Around Montreal, dance/movement and singing courses geared to people living with Parkinson’s or demen a include dance classes that improve par cipants’ gait and posture but also their strength, balance, endurance and range of mo on. More than exercise, according to the American Dance Therapy Associa on, dance/ movement therapy uses movement to ‘promote the emo onal, social, cogni ve and physical integra on of the individual.’

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Senior lifestyle ARE YOU A CAREGIVER? Are you taking care of someone 65 years of age and over who is sick or who has lost their independence? Are you worried about the health of a loved one? If so, you are most likely a natural caregiver. This task can be positive and rewarding, but is also dif cult and exhausting. November 2017 “National Caregivers Weekâ€? is from November 5th to 11th, making November an important month for all caregivers. For this reason, we are pleased to offer you even more activities this month. Voici les activitĂŠs pour le mois de novembre 2017: “Take Care of Youâ€? Day: Saturday, November 4th, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location: Parrainage Civique de Vaudreuil-Soulanges (36-A, Ave. St-Charles, Vaudreuil-Dorion) Topic: How to make a good soup Pièce de thÊâtre dans Soulanges (en français): Lundi 6 novembre 2017, Ă 14h00 (ouverture des portes: 13h30) Lieu: ThÊâtre Pont Château (283, ch. De Pont-Château, Coteau-du-lac) Titre de la pièce: J’suis toujours lĂ CoĂťt: Gratuit (Pour vous procurer des billets, contacter Anne DĂŠziel au 450-424-0111 poste 225) Pièce de thÊâtre Ă Vaudreuil (en français): Jeudi 9 novembre 2017, Ă 19h00 (ouverture des portes: 18h30) Lieu: Salle Paul-Émile Meloche (400, av. Saint-Charles, Pavillon A, Vaudreuil-Dorion) Titre de la pièce : Pas de vacances pour les anges CoĂťt: Gratuit (Pour vous procurer des billets, contacter Anne DĂŠziel au 450-424-0111 poste 225) Caregivers Day: Friday, November 10th, 2017, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: Salle RaphaĂŤl-Barrette (222, Rue Alphonse-Desjardins, Salaberry-de-Valley eld) Schedule: Conference (in French), lunch, animation/dancing, door prizes Cost: $10.00/pp. (For tickets, contact Lucie Gascon at 450-455-8986, extension 223) ConfĂŠrence (en français): Mercredi, 15 novembre 2017, de 16h00 Ă 18h00 Lieu: Parrainage Civique de Vaudreuil-Soulanges (36-A, av. St-Charles, Vaudreuil-Dorion) Sujet: L’anxiĂŠtĂŠ et le stress, de drĂ´les d’espèces! Support Group: Friday, November 17th, 2017, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Location: SociĂŠtĂŠ Alzheimer du SĂťroit (100, Blvd. Harwood, Vaudreuil-Dorion) Topic: Emotional support Walking Club: Tuesday, November 21st, 2017, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Location: Tourbière-du-Bordelais National Park, Saint-Lazare (2363-2499 Rue du Bordelais, Saint-Lazare) Coffee Talk: Wednesday, November 29th, 2017, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Location: DĂŠlice et CafĂŠ (2131, Ch. Sainte-AngĂŠlique, Saint-Lazare) Individual Follow-up: On request. Based on the availability of the social worker. Location: Parrainage Civique de Vaudreuil-Soulanges or at home, according to your needs. Contact us to register:

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Dance your way to better heart health (NC) A diagnosis of heart failure can be devasta ng, especially for those without a support network. But it turns out dancing — whether it is ballroom, tap or line dance — might be a key to living be er and longer. According to Dr. Gavin Arthur, senior manager of Promote Recovery at the Heart & Stroke Founda on, keeping ac ve at any age is important, but for people with heart failure, it is even more so. Just be sure to check with your doctor rst. “Choosing physical ac vity that has a social component is par cularly great for people living with heart failure. O en people who are diagnosed with this disease can experience isola on and depression,� he explains. “Being involved in a group ac vity can help strengthen social and emo onal connec ons, an important aspect of taking control of this condi on.� That’s why heart failure pa ent Jerry Alfonso has made line dancing his passion.

“I started because I wanted to be doing something in the evening. I learned a few dances, then one thing led to another and now I teach several classes every week,� he says. “I reach out to people to get up and exercise and while they come and dance with me I try to talk with them and encourage them to eat a healthy diet.� Alfonso’s enthusiasm is infec ous, and now his classes range from beginners through to advanced line dancers. He knows that having a strong support network can be a safety net for people living with heart failure, and encourages everyone — whether you are living with heart disease or just looking to keep ac ve — to think about joining a class or community group. Connec ng with people who understand can be a great source of informa on and support. In-person and online support groups can be very helpful to combat social isola on. Connect with others and nd more informa on online at heartandstroke.ca/hear ailure.

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Joly, the event raised a total of $48,575 for the Pallia ve Care Residence which is celebra ng its seventh year of existence. “Many of the guests here tonight know someone who has bene ed from the specialized end-of-life care and services o ered with dignity and love by our wonderful team of doctors, sta and volunteers,� said Interim Execu ve Director Anne Lauzon. “Since its opening, an average of 175 people per year have crossed the doors of the residence to live their last days in dignity,� added President of the

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OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, 15thth Wednesday,November October 25 55pm pm to to 8:30 8:30pm pm

FREE REGISTRATION! for all candidates who register on site during the open house. Thursday, November 2, 2017

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YOUR LOCAL JOURNAL

Thursday, November 2, 2017

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