January 24 - Westmount Independent

Most of Westmount proclaimed national historic site, p. 2.WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENTWeekly. Vol. 6 No. 1d We are WestmountJanuary 24-25, 2012Trent holds out hope forpension relief in tax letter,province strikes committeeBy Laureen SweeneyThe first glimmer of hope that some actionfrom Quebec could be forthcoming tohelp municipalities reduce the burden ofInsidePublic notices p. 20Underdog Club by C. Lee p. 14Social Notes by V. Redgrave p. 22Letters p. 6Comin’ Up p. 16BRIAN GRANT514.249.1500VIVIAN GRANT514.592.4636The Strength of TEAMWORKThe Reputation for RESULTS MarieSicotteReal Estate BrokerGroupe Sutton Centre-Ouest, inc.514.953.9808mariesicotte@videotron.caJeannieMooszReal Estate BrokerGroupe Sutton Centre-Ouest, inc.514.299.3307jeanniemoosz@gmail.comDeeply Rooted Valuepension fund costs was revealed in a letterfrom Mayor Peter Trent accompanying taxbills this week.As employee pension costs now consume25 percent of Westmount’s payroll,he states, finally “it seems Quebec mayhelp us do something about it.”Providing more details to the Independent,he said Quebec’s Municipal Affairsministry has set up a committee of civilservants to look into thepension issue.continued on p. 19Adopts policy to require financial guaranteesCouncil cracks down on‘everlasting’ worksitesAfter years of complaints from residentsannoyed by on-going neighbours’construction, city council adopted a newpolicy January 16 requiring financial guaranteesfor new construction exceeding1,000 square feet.The guarantee is being imposed to ensurethat work is completed within thetime allowed by two 18-month buildingpermits.It would have to be deposited if theStarting off Y’s centennialwork was not finished by the time the firstpermit expired and before a second was issued.The rate is $25 per square foot of newconstruction payable as a cheque, bankdraft or bond. It is to be refunded if thework is completed on time. The city willretain the guarantee if the work is notcomplete when the second permit expires.The reason for such apolicy was to prevent continued on p. 5B.ARCH | REAL ESTATE BROKER“Photo: Martin C. BarryFrom left, Westmount Y coordinator VanessaValente and director Gary White are seen hereholding an original leaflet that was printed for theWestmount branch’s opening day in 1912. Seep. 11Tina Baercertified real estate broker514.932.8443PROFUSIONREALTYTY. .CAProfusion Realty Inc.Real Estate AgencyYour keytosuccess! rtfully uniting Extraordinary Propertieswith Extraordinary Lives”www.mariesicotte.com

2 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012ChristopherAbcariusB. Comm.Real Estate BrokerGroupe SuttonCentre-Ouest Inc.Real Estate Agency245 Victoria Ave.Suite 20,Westmount QC, H3Z 2M6cabcarius@sutton.com(514) 945-2880A decade after nomination by U of M studentsWestmount given national historic sitedesignation by Parks CanadaBy Laureen SweeneyKatalin PappCertified Personal TrainerStott Pilates; Mat/Reformer Certified• Aerobics • Pilates • Core Conditioning• Stability & Flexibility TrainingSmall Group – Individual SessionsPersonalized training in theconvenience of your condo gymKatalin: 514-434-8302 katalina.papp@yahoo.comIt was more than a decade in the making,but last week a major portion of Westmountwas officially recognized by ParksCanada as a national historic site.The designation of “national historicsignificance” acknowledges the role of architecturein the development of Westmount,“one of Canada’s iconic neighbourhoods.”It is given to places, persons and events3 others citedwith Westmountdeemed to have played a special role in thebuilding of Canada.“It’s a fine salute to our building andplanning commission that has existedsince the turn of the century,” said CouncillorCynthia Lulham, the city’s UrbanPlanning commissioner. “It also givesmore teeth to our architectural by-law.”The Westmount designation was one offour announced January 17 by federal Environmentminister Peter Kent on recommendationof the Historic Sites andMonuments Board of Canada.A ministry representative later confirmedit is to be known as the “WestmountNational Historic Site.”It applies to much of the territory fromthe summit south to the expressway, identifiedas “emblematic of the Victorian andpost-Victorian suburb in Canada on accountof its overall diversity and integrity.”Exempted are strips on the east andwest borders, the entire south-west districtand an area east ofMelville between deAlong with Westmount, three otherhistorically significant designations wereannounced. They were:• The founding of the first youth hostelin North America, in Bragg Creek, Alberta;• The Cataraqui Cemetery in Kingston,Ontario – final resting place of manyprominent political, economic and socialleaders, including Canada’s firstprime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald;• The consequences of the deportationof Acadian inhabitants of Île St. Jean(now Prince Edward Island) in 1758. continued on p. 3INTRODUCINGSOLDRENTED$995,000 / $5,000 monthly$1,565,000approximately 1800sfWESTMOUNT I 2 WESTMOUNT SQUARE #1202This beautifully renovated very spacious2bedroom, 2 bathroom, en suite walk-in,quartz kitchen counters, corner unit offersspectacular South & West views.WESTMOUNT | 646 ROSLYNMagnificent stately home, perfectWestmount location with spacious rooms,new Marvin windows, new roof and somany beautiful upgrades.WESTMOUNT | 2 WESTMOUNT SQUARESplendid apartment offering 2 bedrooms &2bathrooms, beautiful kitchen, large walk-incloset, direct access to shops, Indoor pool,gym and sauna.OFFERED ATOFFERED ATACTIVELY SEEKING$995,000$1,085,000Rochelle Cantor514.605.6755“Artfully Connecting People with Properties”WESTMOUNT | CHATEAU WESTMOUNTEnjoy this beautiful “Pied a Terre” withexquisite crown moldings, 2 bedrooms,2+1 bath. A true gem in this highly soughtafter building.WESTMOUNT | 2 WESTMOUNT SQUARE #803VIEWS! VIEWS! VIEWS! This exquisitelyrenovated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cornerunit offers breathtaking North & West views.WESTMOUNTLooking for 5 bedroom home with garage inWestmount for my pre-qualified buyers!!$499,0001361, Ave. Greene, Westmount (Qc) H3Z 2A5 • 514.935.3337PROFUSIONREALTY.CA • CHRISTIESREALESTATE.COM • LUXURYREALESTATE.COM Profusion Realty Inc. • Real Estate Agency

4 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012By Laureen SweeneyNews from city council215 Redfern wins council okay for exterior demo, designBy Laureen SweeneyAfter many months of ups and downsin the conversion of 215 Redfern to condominiums,city council January 16 approveddesign plans that pave the way forexterior demolition and construction workat the former Reader’s Digest building.The demo permit is contingent on amonetary guarantee of $500,000 as requestedby the city’s Demolition committee,Urban Planning director JoannePoirier later confirmed (see September 27,p. 5).As well, the building permit that is tobe issued will fall under the city’s new policyrequiring financial guarantees.This means if the project is not completedwithin 18 months according to thefirst permit, the issuance of a second permitwill require a deposit.In this case, based on the extent of construction,the deposit would be $1 million,she told the Independent. This is to ensurethe work would not exceed the two 18-month time frames (see separate story,p. 1).The two new permits are also conditionalon a site management plan that willinclude how construction vehicles enterand leave the work site.The city is known to be recommendingthey use Redfern between St. Catherineand the work site. This would preventtrucks travelling north to de Maisonneuveand crossing the bike path.This block is currently one-way northso this plan would require a change in directionto two-way traffic and in the trafficlights at Redfern and St. Catherine.From commercial to residentialFinal details have yet to be worked outwith the contractor, Poirier said.The city issued a permit September 19for demolition of interior partitions of thebuilding only. But this was not expected togenerate much construction traffic.The new demo permit will allow for removalof some portions of the building aswell as the entire façade “in order to transformthe building from commercial to residential.”Under the building permit, two storeyswill be added to a large portion of the fourstoreybuilding, as well as a recreationalroof structure – previously referred to as apenthouse – containing an indoor pooland exercise room.As a major development whose finaldesign had not yet been approved by thecouncil, 215 Redfern was singled out fromother permit requests as a separate agendaitem at last week’s council meeting.The widely publicized development isto include some 63 “luxury condos” at acost previously quoted at $25 million.The plan has generated concern fromneighbours over potential constructiondisruption.Electronic Independents availableEnjoy the Indie at supper timeon Tuesdays! Sign up by writing us:office@westmountindependent.com.THE ADDRESS IN OUTREMONTAt Château Maplewood, quality of life will be enhanced by a fullrange of five star services and amenities: Sea water pool & spa, indoorparking, large terraces, green roofs, 4-season loggias, large gym,historic chapel and more.1-6 bedroom units starting from $727,000 tax included.SALES OFFICE 1075 LAURIER AVE WEST T. 514.279.0440OPENING HOURS WEEK 11-7 WEEKEND 12-5WWW.CHATEAUMAPLEWOOD.COM

8 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012Police BeatSuspect still at large afterNational Bank robberyBy David GoldbergStation 12 police are still looking for anunarmed suspect who robbed the NationalBank after releasing a man detainedshortly after the crime occurred.MICHAEL R.CONCISTERAvocat – Barrister & SolicitorSpecialist in real estate,commercial lease,and disciplinary matters4115 Sherbrooke St.West, suite 420Westmount, Quebec H3Z 1K9Police say the suspect entered the bank,located at 4084 St. Catherine St., around 3pm on January 13. He went up to the tellerand said loudly in French, “Give me themoney.”“The suspect never showed a weapon,”said Constable Adalbert Pimentel. “Aftergetting the money, the suspect fled thebank, running west on St. Catherine.”The suspect is described as a whitemale, 40, 5’10” with a double chin. Hewore a green tuque and a dark jacket.Police units, who showed up shortlyafter the robbery, were given that description,and they headed out to try to find thesuspect.“Our officers detained a 42-year-oldWestmount man on St. Catherine at 3:20pm, but it turned out he wasn’t the suspect,and he was released,” said Pimentel.Tel: 514-875-5311 ext. 5Fax: 514-875-8381Wesbsite: michaelconcister.comE-mail: mrconcister@bellnet.ca continued on p. 17Centre Greene ‘healthy,’ stillhas renos to do, AGM learnsBy Joanne PenhaleWith help from the city of Westmount,increased donorship and two federalgrants – Centre Greene reports it ishealthy and strong.At its annual general meeting on January19, executive director Wesley McCoythanked the city for its help with buildingrepairs. In particular, he named CouncillorTheodora Samiotis, who had minutesearlier left the meeting, for her ongoingrole in communicating between the cityand Centre Greene.Required repairs and an accumulateddeficit were amongst the centre’s troubleslast year. The city announced it wouldmatch funds raised by the centre – up to$100,000 – to deal with the necessary upgrades.So far, reported treasurer MichaelHarrison, $75,000 has been raised.“We would not have been able to do itwithout some sensational help from sometraditional donors,” Harrison said. Manysmall donors gave more this year, he explained,and some large donors doubledtheir contributions.Centre Greene also won two federalgrants from Human Resources and SkillsDevelopment Canada (HRSDC). One wasfor $75,000, from the Enabling AccessibilityFund, which will help cover an entryramp to the building, aswell as bathroom renova- continued on p. 15February 11&12,2012CSM-MCS.COM“It was a good year – a very, very good year,” reported Centre Greene’s treasurer Michael Harrison toan audience of 15. The meeting was held on a third-floor room of the centre, which was refinished inAugust. Beside Harrison, from left, is Centre Greene’s executive director Wesley McCoy, chair MalcolmMcCrae and secretary Kate Sutherland.&DESIGNER FABRICS AT DISCOUNT PRICESCustom - Draperies - Bedspreads - Duvet CoversUpholstery - Slipcovers - WallpaperCOMPLETE HOME DECORATING SERVICE514-931-1357Monday - Friday 1357 Greene Avenue, 2 ND Floor9:30 am - 5:30 pm kathryn@kathrynosbornedesign.com

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WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012 – 11Y to celebrate its centennial Centre Greene,By Martin C. BarryNearly 100 years to the day after theYMCA first opened a branch in Westmount,the Westmount Y will be launchinga year-long centennial celebration witha cocktail party event on Thursday, January26 in Studio 2 at the Y.A 1912 old clipping from the defunctWestmount News records the official openingof the Westmount Y at the corner ofSherbrooke St. and Arlington Ave. on May4 that year.This May 4 at Victoria Hall in conjunctionwith the city of Westmount, the Y willbe holding its 100th anniversary flagshipevent – the Centennial Gala – to which allmembers, staff, volunteers and the Westmountcommunity at large are invited.“Staying around for 100 years is anachievement in and of itself,” Gary White,director of the Westmount branch, said inan interview with the Independent. Accordingto White, one of the goals theWestmount Y has set for itself in the comingyear is to raise $100,000 for the centennial.In addition to the launch and the gala,over the coming year the Westmount Y isplanning a number of other centennialevents. Starting at 8 pm on Friday, February10, a fundraising Y kids’ sleepover willeducate children on the history of theWestmount Y.From Sunday, April 15 to Saturday,April 21, the Y will be holding a Fit Weekwith fundraisers at the same time.On June 15 starting at 6 pm, the WestmountY’s annual Volunteer BBQ will be“centennialized” with special décor and aspecial menu. On December 11, the Y willcap its centennial celebrations with a specialmulti-media presentation showcasingthe year and with the announcement ofcampaign goal results. Finally on December14 at 6 pm, the Westmount will thankall its staff and volunteers for their commitmentwith a special holiday staff andvolunteer party.See p. 1 for photo.others taggedMultiple tags were found in graffition Centre Greene, 1090 Greene, January10, Public Security officials said. Twodays later, several tags were also foundat 3001 St. Antoine and buildings to thewest.Anglade presidentof CAQWestmounter Dominique Anglade willbe the first president of the Coalitionavenir Québec (CAQ) provincial party, accordingto the party’s January 23 press release.She will also run in the next provincialelection.Groupe Sutton Centre-Ouest Inc. Real Estate Agency245 Victoria Ave, Suite 20, WestmountJohn Kranitz.comReal Estate Broker514-933-5800WESTMOUNT: Greene area. Elegant sunny semidetachedcottage. Great location! 3+1 Bdrms.2+1baths. Fin.bsmt. 2 cars driveway $969,000DowntownWest IslandWest of the Island514.941.3066Judy LitvackReal Estate BrokerSutton Centre OuestTel: (C) 514-817-5716(O) 514-933-5800Fax:514-989-9756judylitvack@videotron.caPRESTIGIOUS PORT ROYAL 24thfloor with magnificent river views1BR,1+½BA in 1100 sq ft plusgarage & the best of downtown rightoutside your door $569,000Westmount Upper Duplex Condo –346 Lansdowne gorgeous, move in,3 +1 bed rooms + 2 baths – almost2000 sq ft. + bachelor unit. Garage,storage, more. $779,000Marie-Laure GuillardReal estate broker514-918-6491www.mlguillard.comCarmen BerlieReal estate broker514-933-5800www.carmenberlie.comexperience – efficiency – personalized attention.THE TRAFALGAR – DOWNTOWN – WSTMTADJ.: 1 unit for sale: a 4 bedroom penthouse on2floors! 2 terraces MLS8641815 $1,975,000THE ACADIA APTS – DOWNTOWN:Elegant, bright and spacious – 3 bedrooms –MLS8630789 $860,000WESTMOUNT, PROSPECT AVE.: Bright elegantVictorian home: 3 bdrms + 2 baths – fin. bsmt –3parking-backyard. MLS8656725 $875,000

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14 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012Building democontinued from p. 10if the building’s upper levels were to continuebeing used, the car dealership leftlast year before any of the work was done.Based on the appearance of some of itsarchitectural characteristics, the building’sconstruction could date from as early asthe 1920s. Lamothe could not provide anyadditional information.A cement logo embedded in a frontwall high up near the roofline suggeststhat the building once served as a Packarddealership.Lamothe said the RBQ received wordthat the building may be slated for demolitionin the coming months.According to Joanne Poirier, director ofWestmount’s Urban Planning, her departmenthasn’t yet been asked for a permitto demolish the building. “We’ve beeninformed of the intention, but no requesthas been made,” she said on January 18.Dr J. Marc VaillancourtDr Carolyne HoursTheUnderdogClubCynthia LeeFado suffers from an unfortunatename. One quick look and you may thinksome funny guy christened this pudgypup Fatso. If the moniker fits, right?Wrong.Fado is actually the name of a musicgenre that can be traced to 1820s Portugal,characterized by mournful tunes andlyrics, and often about the sea or the life ofthe poor. Fatso, on the other hand, is a veryinsensitive name to call anybody, especiallya dog who isn’t fat but just a littlepudgy.Ten pounds, maybe, and Fado would beWestmountAnimalHospitalSince 1969• Anesthesia•Dentistry•Laboratory514-487-5300349 Victoria Avenuewww.hopitalveterinairewestmount.ca•Nutrition•Surgery•X-RayBudge the pudgeFadoin the clear – no one would mistake hisname. But now, most people would agreethat he would benefit from a post-holidaytrimming down like many of us.Currently, Fado weighs 76 pounds, butit isn’t all muscle.At nine years old, Fado has a few milesto go yet. A very good-natured and manneredboy with the typicalgolden retriever traits, heloves people, dogs andcats. A perfect family doghe is.So, why does he findhimself alone at this timein his life? Where are hispeople?Turns out he was givenup by an elderly owner,who could no longer keephim. Simple as that.Understandably, Fadodidn’t take the news well,but seems to be giving hishomelessness a fair shake.That is, he is making thebest of it. At the shelter,Fado has proven to be asweetheart and is popularwith his dog and peoplepals.If you think 10 poundsis just a whole lot of fussabout nothing, you’re notalone. Meet your match inFado. Please page Gerdy’sRescues and Adoptions at514.203.9180 or emailinfo@gerdysrescue.org.The Underdog Clubhighlights the loveliest traits of the moreundesirable abandoned dogs needing homesin Montreal. We promote them simply andhonestly. Please visit them atwww.underdogclub.org.Photo: Antonina Cagara

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012 – 15Stir it up!Imagine you werea kid again – whenmom’s cooking filledyour home with intoxicatingirresistiblesmells while doingsome homework (orpretending to).Comfort food isElliott Cohen any food that makesyou feel comfortableor good. During our winter months, comfortfood fills us up and takes the chill outof our lives.Some of my personal favourites arebraised beef short ribs, brisket withroasted garlic mashed potatoes, mac andcheese, lasagna, prime rib with a MonteCarlo and French onion soup.I’d like to hear about your favouritecomfort food. Email me at elliott@ecca.caand include a photo if you like.To keep you warm and satisfied here isone comfort food classic.Smoked Macaroni and CheeseServes 8 to 10We combine two kinds of cheeses:Centre Greene annual meetingcontinued from p. 8tions, which will include ensuring accessibilityfor people with reduced mobility.The second HRSDC grant was for$10,000, under the New Horizons for SeniorsProgram, to renovate the kitchen andsunroom. Its programming includes seniors’luncheons and a meals-on-wheelsservice, and the upgrades are now inprogress.Fundraising was also up in 2011, saidfundraising chairperson Erica Bloom.Events like a book sale and garage saleearned $34,000.President Malcolm McCrae chaired themeeting that lasted 45 minutes. Theagenda and reports were printed for membersto pick up as they arrived. Chairs andtables were set up in advance, and themeeting began on time. A slate of directorshad been prepared in advance, withone additional nomination from the floor.All board members were unanimouslyelected.McCoy – during his executive director’sreport – reviewed Centre Greene’s activities,which include a variety of social,recreational and cultural activities for areasharp cheddar adds a tangy taste, whilesmoked Gouda lends a delightfully smokyflavour and creamy texture. Or try thesame quantity of your favourite cheese.Ingredients:4 tbs. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter1/4 c. all-purpose flour3 1/2 c. milk1 tbsp. tomato paste2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 c. shredded smoked Gouda cheeseSalt and freshly ground black pepper totastePinch of cayenne pepper1 cup Panko (Japanese bread crumbs)1 tbsp. paprika1 lb. rigatoni, penne or macaroni, cookedal dente and drainedDirections:Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a largerectangular baking dish. In a saucepanover medium heat, melt the butter. Addthe flour and cook, stirring frequently,about 3 minutes.Whisk in the milk and cook, stirringfrequently until thickened, about 5 minutes.Whisk in the tomato paste. Add 1 1/2cups of each cheese and stir until melted.residents of all ages. McCoy drew attentionto the hard work of staff and boardmembers, and an estimated 50 volunteers.“He’s done such a magnificent job,”Michael Harrison said of McCoy, whobegan the position in August 2010. “He’sreally something else.”The 2011 annual operating budget forCentre Greene was $216,000.Westmount owns Centre Greene’sbuilding and leases it for $1 per year – anagreement in place until 2090. The cityalso normally contributes up to $2,000 annuallyto the centre’s summer camps.Stolen truckrecoveredA stolen white truck was recoveredoutside 39 Stayner January 10, accordingto Public Security. It had already accumulatedtwo parking tickets when someonecalled at 6:16 pm to complain aboutit. Public safety officers checked it outwith police and said it had apparentlybeen reported missing for a week. Theowner was to pick it up.Season with salt, black pepper andcayenne. In a small bowl, stir together thepanko and paprika. In a large bowl, combinethe pasta and the cheese sauce thenpour into the prepared baking dish. Topwith the remaining cheeses then thepanko mixture.Bake until the cheeses are golden andbubbly, about 40 minutes. If the top becomestoo dark, cover loosely with aluminumfoil. Let stand 15 minutes beforeserving.Creamy Beef Mushroom StroganoffServes 4.To make beef stroganoff, use 1 lb.cooked leftover steak, such as beef sirloinor tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes. Addto the sauce along with the broth.Ingredients:6 Tbs. (3/4 stick) unsalted butter1 large shallot, thinly sliced2 lb. fresh mushrooms sliced thin2 Tbs. all-purpose flour1 cup dry white wine1 cup chicken or vegetable broth1/2 cup sour cream2 Tbsp. minced fresh flat-leaf parsley, plusmore for garnishSalt and freshly ground pepper, to taste1 lb. wide egg noodles or pappardelle pastaMake the sauce: In a large fry pan overmedium-high heat, melt the butter. Addthe shallot and sauté until lightly golden, 2to 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms andcook, stirring, until they have softened andreleased most of their liquid, about 5 minutes.Add the flour and stir to incorporate.Stir in the wine and broth and cook untilmost of the alcohol has evaporated, about2 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stirin the sour cream and the 2 Tbsp. parsley.Season with salt and pepper.Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot ofwater to a boil over high heat. Add 1 Tbsp.salt and the pasta to the boiling water.Cook, stirring occasionally to preventsticking, until al dente, according to thepackage instructions. Drain, reservingabout 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Addthe pasta to the sauce and toss to combine.Warm briefly over low heat to blend theflavours. Add as much of the cookingwater as needed to loosen the sauce, garnishwith parsley and serve immediately.

16 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012Historic sitecontinued from p. 3urban planning students through theirmasters’ project on Westmount. Theywere Daniel Paquin and Jean-François vander Plancqe.It was followed up by an official requestin 2003 by then mayor Karin Marks andreinforced by a letter in 2008, Poirier said.“We wanted all of Westmount to be designated,but they chose this historic arrondissementas characteristic of the periodbetween the city’s rural and moderntimes.”She said the monuments board haddedicated a historian to delve into the municipality’sdevelopment and architecturalgrowth.Poirier had been notified in August thatthe designation was pending and it receivedspecial mention from judges in theCommunities in Bloom competition, asthe Independent reported November 1, p.3.She said it could take two or three yearsbefore a commemorative plaque would beready for mounting, most likely on cityhall.P ORTES OUVERTES30 janvier2012 de 17h à 20hNiveau collégialArchitecture,preservation hailedThis year’s selection of four significanthistorical communities is intended toshow Canadians how architecture and socialnetworks contributed to the buildingof Canada, states a news release fromParks Canada.Accompanying material describes theWestmount historic district’s “opulent architectureand landscape heritage” as characteristicof the architectural stylesbetween 1890 and 1930, and reflecting“concerted efforts of members of the municipalitywho, from the early 20th centuryonwards, were keen to protect and preservethe features of their built environment.“What sets this historic districtapart from others,” it states, “is the harmoniousintegration of both its buildingsand its urban design.”Noted is the awareness of residents forthe importance of the quality of life in anurban setting as well as the design ofbuildings, often by “prominent architects,who contributed to maintaining the subtlecharm of this area through their carefullyplanned work.” Also mentioned isthe early adoption of a city plan and an architecturaland urban planning board toimplement it.> PETITSGROUPES,ENTRAIDEETCONVIVIALITÉ> FORMATION TRILINGUE> SESSION COMPLÈTE À L’ÉTRANGER> PRÉPARATION SOLIDE POUR L’UNIVERSITÉ815, avenue Upper Belmont, Montréal (Québec) H3Y 1K5Tél. :514 488-0031 Téléc. : 514 488-5384infocim@villa.marcelline.qc.cacim.marccelline.qc.caline.qc.caFriday, January 27Richard Gwyn, author and journalist,reads from and discusses Nation Maker -Sir John A. Macdonald: His Life, Our Times,12:30 pm at the Atwater Library. Free.Saturday, January 28• Benefit concert by The Yellow DoorChoir for The Auxiliary of the MontrealGeneral Hospital, 8 pm at MountainsideChurch, organized by WestmountersMichael Cooper and Yvonne Mass. Tickets:$20. Purchase them at the MontrealGeneral’s book nook, the 6th floor HospitalityCorner or by phoning 514.934.1934,ext 1934.• Yoga instruction for kids aged 5 to 8 yearsold at Centre Greene, 10 to 11 am. Cost:$10 drop-in or $80 for 10 weeks. Info:514.931.6202.• Centre Greene music morning for allages, 10 to 11 am. Cost: $5 drop-in. 1090Greene Ave.Sunday, January 29Centre Greene Lego club for kids aged 3and over, 10:30 am to 1 pm. Cost: $3.50drop-in. Info: www.centregreene.org.Monday, January 30The Cummings Centre presents A Matterof Size, featuring four overweight friendsin Israel fed up with dieting. 7 pm at TempleEmanu-El-Beth Sholom. Cost: $10members, $15 non-members. Info:514.342.1234, ext. 7201.Thursday, February 2• Westmount’s winter carnival until Saturday,February 4. Visit www.westmount.org.Saturday, February 4• Bowser & Blue, entertainment by WestmounterGeorge Bowser and Rick Blue atVictoria Hall. Cocktails at 7 pm; Trowser& Bent at 7:45 pm; Bowser & Blue at 8Comin’ Uppm. Cash bar. Tickets: $25 at the door or$20 in advance at Victoria Hall.• Westmounter Bruce Roberts offers adrawing workshop for adults,1 to 4 pm atVictoria Hall. Cost: $10; easels will be supplied.Register before January 31. Call514.989.5226.Monday, February 6The film Grace, Milly, Lucy...child soldiersplays at 12:30 pm at Victoria Hall. TheNFB documentary explores the reintegrationof Ugandan child soldiers into society.Followed by a discussion period (inFrench) with the director RaymondeProvencher. Free. Reserve: CommunityEvents Office at Victoria Hall or call514.989.5226.Volunteers wanted atY for reading, writingprogram for kidsThe Westmount Y is looking for seniorswith “a love of creative writing andreading, enthusiasm and patience” towork on a volunteer basis with studentsfrom grades 3 to 6 on reading and writingprojects during the 10-week course.Seniors will work with their studentpartners to create, write and edit poems,short stories and biographies, under theinstructions of a monitor.The Intergenerational Reading andWriting one-hour afternoon programstarts Tuesday, February 7 and runs untilTuesday, April 24 at the Y (4585 SherbrookeSt.).For information, contact Vanessa Valenteat 514.931.8046, ext. 230.GoWestmount.caOur on line calendar has it all!Concerts, exhibitions, launches, events,public meetings, community links,sports and hockey schedules

100 for Foy at Place KWESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012 – 17Police looking for robbercontinued from p. 8Robber toasts home robbery?Police are looking for a suspect whomthey believe downed a bottle of champagnewhile robbing a home on GrovePark.The couple living in the home was awayfrom January 4 to 8, while the premiseswere undergoing renovations. When theygot back, they noticed their garage lightwas on.“A neighbour told them their back doorwas open,” said Pimentel, who addedthere was no sign of forced entry. “Whenthey entered the home, everything was amess. Things were all over the place, anddrawers and cupboard doors were open.”Missing from the home was a TV alongwith other electronic devices.“We found some items in the housethat we sent to our police lab for analysis,”said Pimentel. “Those items include ablack sweater, a cigarette butt and anempty champagne bottle.”Pimentel said investigators are awaitingresults from the lab, and that they have nosuspects at this point.“It’s always better to have someonestaying in your home if it’s undergoingrenovations,” he said. “Always use a reputablecompany and try to get referencesfrom people you know.”Kathleen Foy (seated in the centre), a resident of the Place Kensington seniors’ residence, had specialguests when she celebrated her 100th birthday on January 19. Among the visitors (clockwise from topleft) was her son-in-law, Quebec folk singer Gilles Vigneault, daughter-in-law Xarlianne, grandsonGuillaume Vigneault, granddaughter Jessica Vigneault, as well as her daughter Alison and son Bruce.Photo: Martin C. BarryBell conduit under repairContractors TranSelec Common work to repair a blocked underground Bell Canada conduit on deMaisonneuve Blvd. at the insection of Claremont Ave. January 18. One of the workers cuts the asphaltpavement with a cutting tool while a back hoe with a pneumonic bit waits to pulverize concrete toexpose the pipe containing the cables. Meanwhile, traffic was re-routed between Prince Albert andClaremont. The work was completed by January 21.Photo: Robert J. Galbraith

18 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012Westmount classifiedsEstate salesDécor & home servicesBeauty & clothingConstruction servicesQuality, Convenience&CustomizationMount RoyalRoofingAll types of roofsand brickworkMiscellaneousTabagie Westmount SquareInternational news agent• British & European newspapers• Specializing in fashion & interiordesign • Imported chocolates• BELL lifestyle natural products• Lottery tickets and mapsWestmount SquareAt foot of escalator leading from/toGreene Ave. entrance(514) 935-7727Buying$ Pay Top Cash for fine, silver, costume jewelleryand antiques. Mrs. Eva. 514.369.5721 or 514.250.5721.Professional moversKing David Moving & Storage, Local & Long Distance:Satisfaction Guaranteed! 514.796.3131.Unique lamps and chandeliers,shades (incl. custom) & repairs.5903 Sherbrooke W. (at Royal)(514) 488-4322Lacontessa.lampes@gmail.comWOOD FINISHINGTOUCH-UPSERVICEON SITEAntiques, Kitchen Cabinets,Dining Room/Bedroom setsFREE ESTIMATEProfessionalCraftsmanStripping & StainingHenryCornblit514.369.0295Quebec classifiedsREGULAR AND PLUSSIZES AVAILABLE5175B Sherbrooke West corner Marlowe514-482-4702TutoringAlan Selby, Ph. D.Mathematics Tutor forstruggling to gifted514-949-9447(514) 572-4375(450) 687-0094mountroyalroofing@gmail.comRon Edwards Sr. & Ron Edwards Jr.Serving Westmount for 50 yearsWe all need electricity!Master ElectriciansServing Westmountfor over 60 yearsSpecialized in renovationsfor older homesGenerator installationsFast and reliable serviceTel: 514-481-01255800 St. Jacques W.Le corporationdes maîtres électriciensdu QuébecAntiquesABRACADABRA turn yourhidden treasures into readycash. International buyerwants to purchase your antiques,paintings, china, crystal,gold, silverware, jewellery,rare books, sports, movies,postcards, coins, stamps,records. 514-501-9072.CompanionsFinding someone to shareyour life with should be a priority.Let us help you findsomeone special. Misty RiverIntroductions. (514) 879-0573or www.mistyriverintros.com.Financial Services$$500 loan $$Simple, Fast, Effective.By phone and directdeposit, answer within anhour. Requirements: steadyjob (4 months) and paid by directdeposit. Credit Yamaska1-877-534-1999.FINANCIAL PROBLEMS?Drowning in debt! Stop theharassment. Bankruptcymight not be the answer. Togetherlet’s find a solution –Free Consultation. Bill Hafner– Trustee in Bankruptcy. 514-983-8700.MoneyProvider.com. $500Loan and +. No Credit Refused.Fast, Easy, 100% Secure.1-877-776-1660.For SaleDISCONNECTED PHONE? NationalTeleconnect HomePhone Service. No one refused!Low monthly rate! Callingfeatures and unlimitedlong distance available. CallNational Teleconnect today!1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com.QCNA (Quebec CommunityNewspapers Association)can place your classified adinto 24 weekly papersthroughout Quebec – papersjust like the one you are readingright now! One phone calldoes it all! Call Marnie atQCNA 514-453-6300. Visit:www.qcna.org.HOT TUB (SPA) Covers. BestPrice, Best Quality. All Shapes& Colours Available. Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.ca.#1 high speed internet$28.95/month. Absolutely noports are blocked. Unlimiteddownloading. Up to 5Mpsdownload and 800Kbps upload.Order today atwww.acanac.ca or call tollfree 1-866-281-3538.SAWMILLS from only $3997 –MAKE MONEY & SAVEMONEY with your own bandmill– cut lumber any dimension.In stock ready to ship.Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT.1-800-566-6899 ext:400OT.STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALLUSES! Beat the 2012 steel increase.Make an offer on selloffmodels at factory and savethousands now! Call for freebrochure – 1-800-668-5111ext. 170.Vacation/TravelHAWAII ON THE MAINLAND,where healthy low-cost livingcan be yours. Modern ArenalMaleku Condominiums, 24/7secured Community, CostaRica “the most friendly countryon earth”! 1-780-952-0709;www.CanTico.ca.•Multi-discipline team•Maintenance jobs•Small & medium-sized renovations•Home or business(514) 567-1396Robert Bowden, MBA, BSME

20 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012Public vet sessions on pet issues in the works9 LivesLysanne FowlerHello dear readers! I am looking foryour ideas.In my last column of 2011, I wrote thatI was working on a series of veterinary informationsessions in Westmount as aVille de WestmountCity of WestmountAVIS D’ADOPTIONRÈGLEMENT 1419new volunteer neighbourhood program in2012. I am so pleased to say that peoplehave stopped me to give me ideas andcalled me to leave messages with subjectsthat they would like to see addressed.This is wonderful, and gives me a basisto work on with the veterinarians andother professionals who will be participating.So, to give all Westmounters an opportunityto have their subject of choice addressed,please let me know what subjectsyou would like presented and discussed.AVIS PUBLIC est par les présentes donné à tous ceux qui peuvent êtreconcernés que le règlement 1419 intitulé « RÈGLEMENT VISANT À MODIFIER DENOUVEAU LE RÈGLEMENT 1300 SUR LES PERMIS ET CERTIFICATS » a étéadopté par le conseil municipal de la Ville de Westmount, lors d'une séance ordinairetenue à l’hôtel de ville le 16 janvier 2012.Ce règlement a pour objet de spécifier la durée des travaux autorisés par unpermis de construction en éliminant la distinction entre les autorisations pour lestravaux extérieurs (18 mois) et les travaux intérieurs (actuellement de 12 mois)applicables à l'ensemble du territoire.Ce règlement entre en vigueur conformément à la loi.Toute personne intéressée peut consulter ce règlement sur le site web de la ville :www.westmount.org et en obtenir copie au bureau du greffier situé au 4333, rueSherbrooke Ouest à Westmount, du lundi au vendredi de 8 h 30 à 16 h 30.DONNÉ à Westmount, Québec, ce 24 janvier 2012.NOTICE OF ADOPTIONBY-LAW 1419PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all who may be concerned that By-law 1419entitled “BY-LAW TO FURTHER AMEND PERMITS AND CERTIFICATES BY-LAW 1300” was adopted by the Municipal Council of the City of Westmount at aregular sitting held at City Hall on January 16, 2012.The object of this by-law is to specify the duration of work authorized by abuilding permit by eliminating the distinction between permits for exterior work (18months) and interior work (currently 12 months) applying throughout the entireterritory.This by-law comes into force in accordance with the law.Any interested person may consult the said by-law on the City’s website:www.westmount.org and obtain copies thereof at the Office of the City Clerk, 4333Sherbrooke Street West, Westmount, Quebec, from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to4:30 p.m.GIVEN at Westmount, Quebec, this January 24, 2012.You can leave me a message on my cellphone at 514.909.7186 with your suggestions.Right now, the program covers thesebasic subjects in no particular order, dependingon the speakers scheduling availability:pet health, including annualexams; vaccinations; nutrition; aging;arthritis; obesity; cardiology; orthopedics;optometry and alternative/holistic medicine.We will also address the human side ofpet ownership: adoption, fostering, integrationwith children, integration withother pets, allergies, training, exercise, accidents,poisons and bereavement.I am looking forward to your thoughts.Your neighbour, LysanneVille de WestmountCity of WestmountAVIS D’ADOPTIONRÈGLEMENT 1420AVIS PUBLIC est par les présentes donné à tous ceux qui peuvent êtreconcernés que le règlement nº 1420 intitulé « RÈGLEMENT VISANT À MODIFIER DENOUVEAU LE RÈGLEMENT 685 CONCERNANT LES PARCOMÈTRES » a été adopté par leconseil municipal de la Ville de Westmount, lors d’une séance ordinaire tenue àl’hôtel de ville le 16 janvier 2012.L’objet de ce règlement consiste à augmenter les tarifs portant sur l’utilisationde certains parcomètres.Ce règlement entre en vigueur conformément à la loi.Toute personne intéressée peut consulter ce règlement sur le site web de la ville :www.westmount.org et en obtenir copie au bureau du greffier situé au 4333, rueSherbrooke Ouest à Westmount, du lundi au vendredi de 8 h 30 à 16 h 30.DONNÉ à Westmount, ce 24 janvier 2012.NOTICE OF ADOPTIONBY-LAW 1420Cars, bike, damagedin snow removalA cedar hedge, bicycle and at least threecars were known to have been damagedduring snow clearing operations after thefirst significant snowstorms of the winter,according to Public Security reports. Thesewere back-to-back events January 12 and13.As well, numerous cars had to be towedout of snow removal zones while mechanicalproblems required the towing of a citysalt truck itself.In the wake of these incidents, PublicSecurity officials repeated a recent requestto residents from Public Works personnelto watch for snow removal signs and tomove any obstacles from the path of sidewalkplows.In one incident, it was continued on p. 21PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to all who may be concerned that By-law No.1420 entitled “BY-LAW TO FURTHER AMEND BY-LAW 685 CONCERNING PARKING METERS”was adopted by the Municipal Council of the City of Westmount at a regular sittingheld at City Hall on January 16, 2012.The object of this by-law is to increase some parking meters rates.This by-law shall come into force according to law.Any interested person may consult the said by-law on the City’s website:www.westmount.org and obtain copies thereof at the Office of the City Clerk locatedat 4333 Sherbrooke Street West, Westmount, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to4:30 p.m.GIVEN at Westmount, this January 24, 2012.Mario GerbeauGreffier / City ClerkMario GerbeauGreffier de la ville / City Clerk

Dr. Dara Charney and her dance partner DayánMantecón Roldán practise their disco routineJanuary 20 at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio.WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012 – 21Doc Charney dances for MUHCBy Marlene EisnerDr. Dara Charney was never really a fanof the TV hit, Dancing with the Stars. Butsince the fall, the Westmount resident hasbeen watching YouTube videos of theshow, casting a critical eye at the danceroutines.Charney, director of the McGill RUISAddiction Program and a psychiatrist atthe McGill University Health Centre(MUHC) Addictions Unit, is one of 10local doctors pairing up with instructorsfrom Arthur Murray Dance School to participatein the MUHC’s fundraiser, Dancingwith the Docs.Early last fall, Charney was recommendedby some colleagues to the MUHCfoundation as a possible candidate for theevent. Its unusual format and element offun convinced Charney to throw her hatinto the ring.“Most hospitals have their own foundations.This is the first time all the foundationsare collaborating for one largefundraising event, representing the differentmissions of the MUHC. So I am representingthe mental health and addictionmission.”Charney, who is in her ’40s, is trainingwith professional dance instructor DayanMantecon, and together, they will performa disco routine that the doctor has had tolearn in 10, 45-minute lessons.“I don’t have a lot of dance experience,but I figured something fast paced wouldbe fun and it’s been a challenge,” she said.“First I had to learn the steps, and thenthe choreography. It’s an extremely fastroutine. I think we’re both a little out ofbreath at the end of it. It’s been really fun.”Charney grew up in Westmount, wentto St. George’s high school, graduatedmagna cum laude from Harvard and obtainedher MD from McGill University,where she remained during her psychiatryresidency and addiction psychiatry fel-lowship. In front of an audience that willinclude her husband, two children, hermother, colleagues and perhaps somefriends, she will show her colours Saturday,February 4 at Metropolis.A panel of celebrity judges includesballroom dance champion Jean-MarcGénéreux, a choreographer on the UScompetition reality show So You Think YouHedge damagedcontinued from p. 20a bicycle fastened to a pole on Abbott Ave.that was struck by a sidewalk plow January13 at 5:15 pm, bending the front wheeland damaging the brake bar.Regardless of snow removal, publicsafety officers cited a regulation in thecity’s traffic By-law 726 (Section 67) statingthat “No person shall leave a bicycle insuch a place as to obstruct the passage ofpedestrians or other vehicles.”The day before, a sidewalk plow was reportedto have damaged a cedar hedge atNew waterfront townhomes for salePrice: $1,250,000 and $1,450,000Waterfront townhomes in Nuns’ Island’s new urban village, Pointe-Nord. Exceptionalproperties directly on the river, adjacent to bicycle paths and walking trails. Directaccess to Evolo sports center and landscaped gardens. Spacious and bright rooms,3bedrooms + 2.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage. Choose your own finishes amongstthe vendor’s options.514-761-1333Delivery: Fall 2012Can Dance and a judge on the Canadianversion; CTV news anchor Mutsumi Takahashi;CJAD 800 morning man AndrewCarter; and international dance championMeryem Pearson.All proceeds from the night go to TheBest Care for Life Campaign of theMUHC.21 Barat Rd.Several of the incidents took place duringsnow loading on January 16. One carwas damaged on Abbott while another thathad been left in a snow removal zone onSunnyside had a fender and mirror“clipped” by a sidewalk plow. The area wasreported to have been signed for no-parkingthe previous day at 2:08 pm.The same day, a car’s windshield wasshattered as the Mercedes, heading northon Clarke at Anwoth, attempted to pass asnow blower in operation. The blades of acity salt truck also jammed at Atwater andTupper immobilizing the vehicle whichhad to be towed back to the Public Worksyard.

22 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – January 24-25, 2012Segal honoured at Segal Cancer Centre’s 5th birthdaySocial Notesfrom Westmountand BeyondVeronica RedgraveWestmounter Alvin Segal, chair andCEO of Peerless Clothing, was honouredat the Segal Cancer Centre’s 5th anniversarygala on November 16. (Yes, ages ago,but so many soirées and so little time!)Segal was honoured for his philanthropiccontributions to many organizations andthe largest private donation in history tothe Jewish General Hospital (JGH).Attending with his new bride, the lovelyEmmelle, Segal was thrilled that the eventsold out. Tables of 10 at $10,000 wentquickly; individual tickets were $500.He praised Westmount res co-chairsTony Loffreda (attending with his wifeAngie), Sonny Gordon (with Hanka) andJoel Segal (with Eileen).Honorary chairs were WestmounterLeo Kolber, attending with Roni Gandell;McGill chancellor Arnold Steinberg, withhis wife, acclaimed author Blema; and LucienBouchard.Over 650 glam guests arrived at WindsorStation for this elegant black tie eve.The soirée was coordinated by AnnetteGoldman, the Jewish General HospitalFoundation, and designed by Michael Caplanand Danielle Bitton.Performances by l’École supérieure deballet du Québec, Anna McGarrigle,Martha Wainwright and Lily Lankin, complementeda moving video of testimonialsby patients.Guests included Westmounter RichardDubrovsky, Jewish General Hospital pres,and his wife Elaine; Rucsandra Calin fromRitz-Carlton Residences; JGH exec directorHartley Stern; Segal Centre CancerCenter director/oncologist Gerald Batist(with wife Lynn); and JGH Foundationchair and Westmounter Allen Rubin withhis wife Sarah.Gala committee members noted wereWestmounters Jeff Segel (with his wifePauline); Hillel Greenbaum, Terry Kaspi-Elituv; Wendy Spatzner (with husbandMark), as well as Joy Bultz (and Jeff), JoyceTanner (and Marvin), and Elliot Lifson(and Carol).The event raised $1.6 million to benefitthe Segal Cancer Centre of the JewishGeneral Hospital.Kindly let us know about events for theIndie’s spring social calendar by February 22.Please send event information, date, placeand ticket to indiesocialnotes@gmail.com.Westmount co-chairs Tony Loffreda, Sonny Gordon and Joel Segal.Photos courtesy of Segal Cancer CentreWestmounters Emmelle and Alvin Segal.Westmounters Roni Gandell and Leo Kolber.

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