May 24 - Westmount Independent

2 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011Plant exchange raises some greenWestmount resident Julie Hooton (right) hands over some of the 28 plants she brought in to the city’sPerennial Plant Exchange May 18 at the arena. Receiving them is Susan Zegray, volunteer organizerof the annual event, one of many members of the Westmount Horticultural Society who helped it raisea record $1,110 for activities at the greenhouse. The exchange is held annually by the city’s HorticulturalAdvisory Committee (HAC).Photo: Laureen SweeneyPRESTIGIOUS RESIDENCESTHE ADDRESSIN OUTREMONTVisit the Presentation Centre at 1420 Mont-Royal BlvdIntroducing Strictly GardeningA service dedicated to gardening only. Not lawns, not leaves. For all your gardeningneeds, from opening of gardens, soil preparation, planting of all flowers, regularmaintenance, feeding and closing. Will also plant and maintain containers,flowerboxes and urns.Also available in theMagog area.For a no costconsultation, pleasecontact Henry Priceat 514-937-0649or henryfprice@yahoo.caAt Château Maplewood, quality of life will be enhanced bya full range of five stars services and amenities: Sea waterpool & spa, indoor parking, terraces with green roofs,4-season loggias, large gym, historic chapel and more.1-4 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

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 3Aims to fight against urban sprawl, referenda-free zonesTrent named to greater Montreal regional councilBy Laureen SweeneyWestmount mayor Peter Trent wasnamed Thursday by the agglomerationcouncil as one of the 14 island of Montrealrepresentatives to the regional council, theMontreal Metropolitan Community (Communautémétropolitaine de Montréal orCMM)The council’s other 14 members comefrom off-island communities – the socalled“exurbs,” including Laval, that altogethercomprise this region of 82municipalities.At the same meeting, Trent was alsoconfirmed as vice chair of the agglo’s Financeand Administration standing committee.Created by the Quebec government, theCMM is chaired by Montreal mayorGérald Tremblay. It oversees regional issuessuch as land planning, economic development,metropolitan transit and roadnetwork, waste management and air quality.Trent assumes one of the two positionsallocated by Tremblay to the island suburbsalong with Pointe Claire mayor Bill‘Public’ parking for clients only?5 Saisons takes a breakBy Laureen SweeneyThe sign on the door said it all. Les 5Saisons closed May 20 to make way fordemolition of the landmark grocery storeat 1250 Greene and its eventual reopeningin a condo development to be built at thesite.Work is expected to begin June 10 andis expected to last up to 16 months.While the city still had not issued demolitionand building permits as of May 17,according to Urban Planning directorJoanne Poirier, council approved the projectApril 4 by Ramco developer Joseph Attias,a Westmount resident (see story April12, p. 1).“The new Les 5 Saisons store will continueto be a fixture on Greene Ave. formany years to come,” states a press releaseMay 16 from Metro Inc. on behalf of thestore, a franchisee, in announcing thetemporary closing last Friday.The press release was also issued on behalfof Ramco and Mayor Peter Trent.“This is very significant,” Trent told theIndependent. “It’s the manifestation of agentleman’s agreement we had.”It confirms that Ramco has reserved10,000 square feet on the ground floor ofthe new building for the high-end grocerystore. It also states that a public terrace“for which Ramco and the city will shareresponsibility” will be available to Westmountresidents as well as “indoor publicparking.”Metro spokesperson Geneviève Grégoiretold the Independent, however, thatthe “public parking” would be for the exclusiveuse of 5 Saisons clients. There is aseparate parking level for condo residents.The mayor’s statement notes in part thecooperative effort of all three participants.“Not only have we saved 5 Saisons, notonly will we have a superb new building,but we will have also gained a fine publicsquare through the deal.”See p. 1 for photo.McMurchie. He replaces Dollard desOrmeaux mayor Ed Janiszewski.Asked if he might take a leadership positionon the executive, Trent said thatwould have to be decided by the CMM.“The whole issue of urban sprawl hasalways interested me so this is one of thereasons I want to get involved and lend myvoice to trying to rein it in,” Trent told theIndependent. Areas such as Mascouche, hesaid, “are growing like mushrooms” to thedetriment of the central city.It’s also a subject he treats in his forthcomingbook on the merger/demergerissue, a topic he describes as havingwasted valuable time and energy thatcould have been devoted to building astronger region.He also finds “extremely worrisome”the CMM’s latest land-use planning strategythat introduces the concept of referendum-freezones. Real Estate Broker Real Estate Agency

4 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011Solution to city’sfinancial woesIt’s raining again and so my mind isworking to solve the city of Westmount’sfinancial crisis.Well, it must be a crisis if it has to havea $5-million fundraiser. I reflected on thenight a dinner guest received a $52 ticketfor not turning her front tires into thecurb, sometime between 7 and 10 thatnight.So I donned my rain gear and countedthe cars on Mountain and Clarke that hadn’tturned their wheels: 14.Then for nothing better to do, I countedthe number of cars in a 20-minute spanthat went through any one of the threestop signs at Mountain and Anwoth: 18.Then I made a fairly accurate count ofthe number of cars that park for most ofan eight-hour day near our house: 8.Now multiply these statistics by 200working days and we begin to have somedecent sums.By my reckoning, the city is sitting on agold mine. Dispatch a bunch of keen ticketagents and balance the books. Easy.The good part about the stop sign violationsis that the majority of the transgressorshad Westmount stickers in theirrear windows, so any fines would be sortof like keeping it in the family.I will continue to peer out from behindmy curtains for further instant solutionsWeeklyPresstime: Monday at 10:30 amPublisher & editor-in-chief: David Priceeditor: Kristin McNeillChief reporter: Laureen SweeneyLetters & Comments:We welcome your letters but reserve the right tochoose and edit them. Please limit to 300words and submit before Friday 10 am to beconsidered for publication the following week.Please check your letter carefully as we may beunable to make subsequently submittedchanges. If you do make amendments, please“redline” them instead of resending the wholeletter. Email any letter or comments toindie@westmountindependent.com.WESTMOUNTINDEPENDENTWe are Westmount.Letters to the Editorto the impending painful penury.Michael St.B. Harrison,Mountain Ave.Can you get a fine if havedog licence but no card?I have a concern, actually it’s more of adisbelief, regarding the council’s decisionregarding these cards that are now goingto have to be attached to leashes for dogs.Does the council have nothing better todo than think up ridiculous things likethis? Does this mean that if we have the licensebut not the card, we can still getfined?Some people must have way too muchtime on their hands to come up with theseidiotic ideas. Try using the money spent ongetting these cards made to fix up the dogruns and parks. I would like to think mytaxes are better spent.Belinda Bowes, Academy Rd.Care to tell us about thetour de l’ile, city?We have just learned from our localnewspaper (Independent, May 17, p. 3) thatle Tour de l’île bicycle run will be passingby on Claremont on June 5. Our house islocated on the corner of Chesterfield andClaremont, so this event will be held justoutside our windows.We would like to know why residentsHow Can We Help You?Stories and lettersKristin McNeill: 514.223.3578indie@westmountindependent.comAdvertising & SalesArleen Candiotti: 514.223.3567advertising@westmountindependent.comAccounting & Classified adsBeth Hudson: 514.223.6138office@westmountindependent.comAudited by14,202 copiesOwned and published by:Sherbrooke-Valois Inc., 310 Victoria Ave., #105, Westmount, QC H3Z 2M9Fax: 514.935.9241from our neighbourhood were not consultedfor this major inconvenience, includingaffecting local traffic on thatSunday, no permission to use our car onthe street between 8 am and 1 pm, peoplestanding or sitting on our lawns and muchother public-related nuisance.Will the city of Westmount compensatecitizens for this inconvenience? Or shouldwe move to have peace and quiet duringthe weekend? Has Westmount become acity managed like the city of Montreal?(This is the reason we did move out fromMontreal by the way).We object to such a decision fromMayor Trent, and we think that Westmountcitizens should be consulted forsuch an event.Pierre Marc Jasmin andPatrice Junod, Chesterfield Ave.Bixi + no helmet = fineIn your most recent issue (May 17 letterto the editor, p. 4), Wilfrid de Freitas wondersabout helmets for Bixi users. I wonderedthe same thing when I learnedWestmount had room in its ever tighterbudget for $235,000 for this system.I consulted the city’s website under“community safety” and then “bicyclesafety” and our sly mayor’s plans becamevery clear.According to westmount.org, safety helmetsare mandatory and violators could receivefines.Way to go Mr. Mayor! You can nail eachone of those Bixi users with a fine (pluscourt costs) and make back our $235,000before the end of the summer.Did you also have a back-up plan forour $235,000 had Bixi declared bankruptcyas we have now learned was a real and truethreat?Andrew Grove, Clarke Ave.Hope Westmounters willembrace BixiThe Westmount Walking and CyclingAssociation thanks the city of Westmountfor bringing Bixi to our community. Bixiappears to enjoy solid support amongstWestmount residents, so we hope it will beadopted here like it has been in Montrealand in other cities.We see Bixi as just one component of abroader program to reduce traffic and encourageactive transportation in our city.This will help reduce the negative impactof motor vehicles on our health (collisioninjuries, pollution-related respiratory diseasesand obesity from inactivity), on theenvironment (air, light and noise pollution,displacement of green spaces) and onour pocket books (taxes for road infrastructureand health care). Less drivingand more walking, cycling and public transitwill improve our health and the liveabilityof our community.To help achieve that goal, the city recentlyawarded a contract to a consultantto prepare, over the next six months, aMaster Traffic and Active TransportationManagement Plan.Our association fully supports thatprocess to reduce the number of motor vehicleson our streets and, in particular,thinks the plan should ensure safer intersectionsfor pedestrians, since most collisionsoccur at intersections, and more bikepaths, since many people will not cyclewithout safe passage.Keep up the good work Westmount!To join the other walking and cyclingmembers of WWCA, visit acmwwwca.org.Dan Lambert, Lansdowne Ave.Arena petition violationof circular by-law?I recently received a circular in my mailslot from the “Change Westmount ArenaPlan.”Isn’t that a violation of Westmount bylaw1032?I think that this by-lawshould be enforced by theIn NDG & Hampstead this week:•Businesses near MUHC struggle to stay afloat•Jewish General Auxiliary celebrates 75thFor more, visit www.ndgfreepress.comcontinued on p. 5

Letterscontinued from p. 4Public Security Unit, as outlined in section8 and fined as in section 10.Sean Maislin, de Maisonneuve Blvd.Editor’s note: It is our understanding thatthe city’s regulations do not affect itemsdelivered by Canada Post,as this circular was.Salted streets would savemoney, sufferingOn December 10, I crossed UniversitySt at Sherbrooke [in Montreal]. With thefirst step, I knew I was on sheer ice.Clearly no salt was used. I slipped, fellbackwards, hit my head and became unconscious.When I came to, three gentlemenand a lady lifted me up, sat me downand called an ambulance.I wish I could thank them. The ambulancecame quickly. Attendants sprayedsalt on the ice to get the stretcher out andme to the Montreal General. X-rays weretaken, but no fractures were seen.I was in terrible pain. Covered withblankets, I was still freezing. Shivering, Ipassed out. I thought, “This is my death.”Suddenly my feet felt warm, then mybody. I felt immense joy to be broughtback to life. My deepest thanks to the staffat the triage for their immediate reaction,giving me a blood transfusion at the lastminute.I was not ready to die. I had a busy life.A medic told me that blood had not beengoing to my heart due to my bruises.He also said that the city wanted to savemoney by not spraying salt, but now theyget hundreds of people with broken limbsto treat, which costs much more.No fractures were seen even after thesecond wrist x-rays, so I was sent home.The pain got worse daily, until I was unableto walk. I collapsed and went by ambulanceagain to the Montreal General.A CT scan showed sacrum, coccyx andright wrist fractures. I was in corridorsuntil a bed was found at the Royal Victoria.I needed twice-daily injections againstblood clots, as well as exercises with awalker or cane.I came home February 10 still in pain.Today, almost five months later, I am notyet pain free.This is a great city and should not subjectpeople to icy, unsalted streets and suffering.I hope that “no salt on icy streets”will ever happen again. I send my deepestthanks to my wonderful friends, and allmy kind doctors and nurses.Carola Morton, Sherbrooke St.Publisher’s NoteDear readers,As the Independent went to press, astrike by our usual door-to-door distributor,Canada Post, loomed. Until we knowthat this labour conflict is fully resolved,we cannot take the risk of deliveringthousands of newspapers to the post officeknowing that they might be caughtthere should a strike actually happen.So, even if the mail is operating as youread this, we have taken alternativemeasures. We have hired a private contractorto distribute our newspapers doorto door, as well as enhanced the usual effortsof the distributor who supplies waitingareas and drop points in Westmount.Service may be different, but shouldbe as good, especially if this strike (orpossible strike) continues and we havetime to work out the kinks.If you did not get the Independent thisWednesday, please contact me at the coordinatesbelow and I will personallymake sure you get one in future. If wedon’t speak directly, please leave me yourwhole address (including apartmentnumber) so I can get the paper to you.David Price, Publisher514.935.4537david.price@westmountindependent.comCampbell Cohen WorsoffAvocatsBarristers and SolicitorsESTATE LITIGATIONWILLS AND ESTATESINSURANCE CLAIMSMichael Worsoff215 Redfern, suite 118Westmount, QC H3Z 3L5Tel: 514 937-9445 Fax 514 937-2580mworsoff@canadavisa.comWESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 5The Westmount Independent is four years old.Thank you to all ouradvertisers, readers, sourcesand well-wishers fortheir support.We couldn’t do itwithout you.Sophie Tarnowska, ColumnistRalph Thompson, PhotojournalistLaureen Sweeney, Chief ReporterTed Sancton, Graphic DesignVeronica Redgrave, ColumnistDavid Price, PublisherIsaac Olson, ReporterLauren O’Loughlen, ReporterKristin McNeill, EditorCynthia Lee, ColumnistBeth Hudson, BookkeeperAurelien Guillory & Greta Von Schmedlapp, ColumnistsDavid Goldberg, ReporterRobert J. Galbraith, PhotojournalistLysanne Fowler, ColumnistMarlene Eisner, ReporterElliott Cohen, ColumnistArleen Candiotti, Advertising SalesJared Book, ReporterHeather Black, ColumnistEric Bindman, PhotographerMartin C. Barry, ReporterMarci Babineau, ColumnistWESTMOUNTINDEPENDENTWe are Westmount.

6 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011Impact on sloping roofs, garages, upper extensionsResidents endorse building changes, call on city for moreRon Friedman of Sunnyside Ave. speaks at thepublic consultation meeting at city hall.By Laureen SweeneyOnly a handful of residents and architectsattended a public consultation meetingMay 18 on proposed building changeswith far-reaching effects on upstairs extensions,the future of garages and the designof sloping roofs.But those who spoke to the proposalsendorsed them heartily and called on thecity to go even further in the area of acquiredrights for vertical extensions and toclarify some of its architectural regulations.It was time for the city to have anotherroundtable with architects such as one thathad led to the current proposals, repliedUrban Planning commissioner CynthiaLulham, who chaired the meeting.But the change that elicited the mostcomments was one to grant vested rightsregarding lateral setbacks in the verticaladdition of houses that had been builtcloser to the side property line than nowpermitted.This would allow for a second storey orpartial addition to be built upwards on anexisting structure without having to satisfytoday’s requirements regarding distancefrom the side property line, which otherwisecould lead to “a very bad design,” explainedUrban Planning director JoannePoirier.She showed slides showing a “weddingcake” effect that could result otherwise.An example is a house built seven feetfrom the side property line. Recentchanges in R1 and some R2 zoning areas,however, increased this setback to 10 feet.The proposed change would allow theupper storey addition to be built out to thelimit of the existing house without havingto be recessed.“One wonders if the city can extend thistype of provision to backyards as well,”asked architect Bruce Anderson.Ron Friedman, of Sunnyside Ave., endorsedhis suggestion saying that if itcould be done at the side, why not at theback? “We certainly will look into it,” Lulhamsaid.Another change calls for eliminatingthe city’s current mandatory garage requirementas long as parking space isavailable behind the front building line.This means new houses could be builtwithout a garage if the owner so chooses.Hand in hand with this change is a provisionallowing interior and exteriorgarages to be converted into additional“legal” living space such as a playroom,gym or greenhouse. An exterior garagecould not be converted into a separatedwelling, however.Technical requirements for slopingroofs were also relaxed by allowing a largerflat area on top. The horizontal portionwould now be increased from 15 percentto 40 percent of the total roof area to becovered.Architect Adam Borowczyk said he hada few other suggestions including “makingsome laws clearer,” prompting Lulham’ssuggestion to convene anotherroundtable.The meeting lasted less than half anhour, breaking up when no more questionswere raised. It seemed unlikely fromthe tone of the proceedings that the proposalswould be challenged during an ensuinglegal process. At least 500 signatureswould be required on a register to force acity-wide zoning referendum, said cityclerk Mario Gerbeau.New managementNew attitudeNew pricingMount RoyalRoofingAll types of roofs and brickwork(514) 572-4375 – (450) 687-0094mountroyalroofing@gmail.comRon Edwards Sr. & Ron Edwards Jr.Typesof RoofsBrick& CementOtherWorkwindows and doors514-331-1055Showroom: 9704 TransCanada Highway, Ville St. Laurent(from the Decarie, take the 40 West, exit at Sources and take two lefts)Asphalt ShinglesTar & GravelElastomarCopings & FlashingsRebuild Walls&ChimneysTuck PointingUni-PaveFoundation RepairsWindow SillsWindows:Aluminium,PVC Casement,Sliding, Double HungSiding:All ColoursAluminum & PVCAll Work GuaranteedServing Westmount for 50 years

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 7Water pressure unresolvedR BC DOMINION SECURITIEScontinued from p. 1Supreme Court tohear Rossy caseThe Supreme Court of Canada hasagreed to hear an appeal of the case involvingthe death of Gabriel Rossy in2006. The 27-year-old was killed when aWestmount tree fell on the car he wasdriving along Côte des Neiges Rd. in asummer storm.No date was set for the hearing, saidassistant city clerk Nancy Gagnon.The Supreme Court’s decision camedown May 19 after the city’s insurers,Lloyd’s of London, asked the country’stop court in January for leave to appealan earlier ruling of the Quebec Court ofAppeal.The appeal court had cleared the wayfor a possible suit against the city (seeFebruary 1, p. 16). The victim’s familyhad been seeking $1.3 million damages.The case is considered to be an interestingone, or even precedent setting,since it involves the issue of whether themishap was a road accident covered byQuebec’s no-fault insurance program oran incident capable of being litigated inthe courts.Tax timeDon’t forget: the second installment ofthe 2011 municipal taxes is due onWednesday, June 1.(psi) higher than their historical levels.This means that in some locations thepressure can be 135 psi.This may need to be reduced so that thepressure does not exceed the 80 psi maximumstated in the Canadian plumbingcode, according to city plumbing inspectorBill Sheckell.Initial increases in pressure of about 15psi began with the reactivation of Montreal’sLambert Closse pumping stationlast November, Duffield explained.Closure of water mains by MontrealThey were further heightened by 10 psiwith the closure of water main valves byMontreal following the burst main on DecarieApril 17 (see April 26, p. 7). Whenthese valves were re-opened, however,water pressure inexplicably decreased onlyminimally, some 2 to 4 psi, he said.Some buildings may already have pressureregulators installed.One building, the condominium complexat 200 Lansdowne, has undergonemajor plumbing work as a result.The building is in the process of installinga pressure regulator, which hadnever been done in its 24 years, accordingto resident Andrew Liebmann. (See letter,May 17, p 4). Because of the building’s sizeand need to obtain more than one quote,however, it is taking time and will be moreexpensive than such a “fix” would be in aprivate home.“It’s really a simple solution,” he said,adding: “We don’t want to wait until Montrealfixes the problem.”And that building isn’t the only one thathas voiced concerns, Duffield said.Pressure fluctuatesThe increase in pressure tends to fluctuatedepending on times of day and thelocation of a house or building. Typically,like 200 Lansdowne, those further downthe hill would be experiencing more elevatedwater pressures than those higherup.Roslyn studentswin McEntyrewriting contestFour Roslyn School students havewon awards for their writing in the recentMcEntyre writing competition.Grade 1 student Adrianna Florit won afirst-place award for “My Home,” grade4 Chloe Martin was awarded first placefor “Life on Knox Street,” grade 5 EricaSun, a third place award for “Love MyHome” and grade 5 Allan Narbonne-Stubbs a second place award for a piece,the title of which he asked not be revealedso as not to give the story away.The McEntyre Creative Writing competitionreceived over 1,400 entries thisyear and is is sponsored by the city ofWestmount. The winners will be presentedwith their awards at a special sessionwith members of city council onWednesday, June 1, 7 pm at Victoria Hall.For photo, see p. 1.Can’t dump onthe streetA contractor was issued a $146 ticketMay 16 for dumping a load of sand on thestreet and sidewalk near 488 Mount Pleasantwithout a permit, Public Security officialssaid. The material was reported to beblocking most of the southbound lane.Bruce Kent (left) is congratulated by Tony Fell, former Chairman of RBC Dominion Securities.Portfolio Manager Bruce Kentwins RBC’s Tony Fell AwardRBC Dominion Securities congratulates Bruce Kent of Montreal’s Place VilleMarie office on being the recipient of the Tony Fell Award for the seventhconsecutive year, in recognition of his outstanding business achievement.Bruce has been managing portfolios for wealthy individuals and families forover 26 years.“Bruce has a tried and true investment philosophy, a disciplinedapproach and has delivered excellent returns over the long run. He hasthe right principles, and he sticks to them.” – David Cape, President of GroupeMarcelle, and longtime client of the Bruce Kent Group“Bruce has an impressive track record of building wealth for his clients.What sets him apart is his commitment to excellence in all aspects of hisbusiness: the depth of his research, the attention he pays to every clientand portfolio in his care, and the amazing team he has built to serveclients.” – David Agnew, CEO, RBC Dominion SecuritiesProfessional WealthManagement Since 1901*Member-Canadian Investor Protection Fund. ®Registered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence.RBC Dominion Securities is a registered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. ©Copyright 2011.All rights reserved.

8 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011City employees raisealmost $3,500 forbreast cancerresearchAnn McWhinnie, benefits officer withthe city of Westmount, reports that thefinal amount collected from city employees’May 10 Denim Day donations andbake sales was $3,400. This was almost$600 more than was raised last year. “Wehave come a long way from the $590 weraised in 1998,” she said.Dawson’s Filion tells WMA aboutPeace Garden plansCome Discover…Unique personal gifts for him and her!Outstanding decorative accents!Extraordinary corporative gifts…Monday to Friday 11-54891 Sherbrooke St. West, 2nd floorWestmount, Que(514) 489-3999THE MOST INNOVATIVE GIFTS TO BE FOUND!!!!Dawson College executive director Richard Filion, left of Westmount Municipal Association (WMA)president Jean-Pierre Picard, was the guest speaker during the association’s annual general meeting onMay 18. He told the members about the college’s plans to establish a “peace garden” on the lawn of itscampus near Wood Ave., as a testament to those who suffered pain and loss in the September 2006shooting attack. Featuring pathways built in the shape of infinity loops, the garden will have a varietyof native flowers and shrubs.Photo: Martin C. BarryJOIN US AT CHEZ NICK FRIDAY AND SATURDAY MAY 27-28FOR OUR RIDE TO CONQUER CANCER DAYS.DONATIONS WILL BE MATCHED BY RESTAURANT CHEZ NICK(to a maximum of $2000.00)On July 9th and10th, I will be cycling to Quebec City to raise funds for Cancer research.This is a worthy cause as Cancer touches us all. Help me make a difference!Rob CallardAll Proceeds benefit the Segal Cancer Centre of the Jewish General Hospital(DONATIONS OF $10.00 OR MORE ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE)Thanks to the wonderful donors in the Nick’s communitywho have already encouraged my efforts.TO DATE, YOU HAVE HELPED ME RAISE OVER $18,500Together we can find a cure!http://www.conquercancer.ca/site/TR/Events/Montreal2011?px=2324565&pg=personal&fr_id=1373

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 9Rec Centre Q & AWhy a new arena and not more hours?Councillor Patrick Martin, the chair ofthe recreation centre committee, has invitedWestmounters to write him withquestions and comments about the projectand plan.You can contact him with further questionsat pmartin@westmount.org. Yourquestions and his answers will appear insubsequent issues of the Independent,space permitting. Please indicate whetheryou want your name published or not.For reasons of space, Councillor Martinhas paraphrased the questions.Why a new arena?Why do we need a new arena? Why canwe not maintain and improve the one that wealready have? Will we be able to maintain thenew one? Does the current building have heritagesignificance?– Audrey Juras, Redfern Ave.The existing arena was built more than50 years ago as an outdoor rink with aroof, and later some flimsy walls wereadded to protect from snow and coldwinds. It is a poorly constructed facility oflittle architectural quality, as charming asit may appear to some. Demand for icetime exceeds by far the available capacity.The building has no heritage significancewhatsoever. The swimming pools also are50 years old and should no longer bepatched up. They need to be rebuilt, and itwould be a shame to not take advantage ofthis reconstruction project to standardizetheir size for swim meets, and add pooland deck capacity to respond to populardemand from residents.The arena was constructed in an areawhere there was once an old ravine, some45 feet deep, one of many that had beencarved by thousands of years of water flowingthrough to the Glen and down to theSt. Lawrence River. The ravines were filledin about 100 years ago to allow for housingdevelopment. The soil at this sitetherefore is of very poor quality, consistingmostly of fill material from the debris ofold buildings in Montreal that were demolished100 years ago to make way forthe construction of downtown departmentstores and the like. Consequently, the existingarena was not built on normal foundations,and rather had to sit atop a seriesof steel piles driven to bedrock, about 105feet below the surface (similar to the piledrivingnecessary today at the new MUHChospital site). This was a major undertakingat the time.The existing building and pool haveoutlived their useful life. The arena is verydifficult and expensive to maintain and tooperate. It is thermally very inefficient andexpensive to heat; the roof structure is decaying;the locker rooms and washroomsare a disgrace; there is no seating for parentsand other spectators; it does not meetmodern standards and building codes;and it is too small to meet today’s demand.The pool often leaks, and the water filtrationsystem is outdated. In short, the facilitiesmust be replaced, and sooner ratherthan later.The new recreation centre will be muchmore efficient to operate and to maintain,and will respond to the requirements ofthe larger community for decades to come.It will be built on soil that is much morestable, somewhat north of the existing site,and will not require piles to bedrock. It willinclude, at long last, meeting areas and acafé for older residents, full handicap access,rooms for yoga and gymnastic activities,an expanded teen centre, andmodern offices for staff. And the undergroundice rink will create additional parkgreen space for the benefit of all. – PMWhy not more arena hours?Is the size right?If we need more ice surface for more icetime, then why is the current arena not openlonger hours? Is the size of the planned arenaconsistent with arenas in other communitiesof similar size?– Audrey Juras, Redfern Ave.The current arena is geared only to therequirements of the Westmount community,and must integrate into the fabric ofthe neighbourhood. It is not intended tobe a commercial operation catering to demandsfrom outside. Although there is anobvious desire for additional ice time, thecity does not wish to extend the hours ofoperation into the night, out of considerationfor the nearby residents.The new facilities being built are completelyin keeping with the requirementsand standards that one would come to expectof a community of the size and qualityof Westmount. They are fullyconsistent with the size of recreation centresin communities similar to Westmount.– PMQUELQUE CHOSEWe’ve Moved!!!4910 Sherbrooke St.at Prince Albert514-486-3155•Custom Shades•Home Décor•Gifts•Consignment•ElectricianFor “Ladies who Lunch”Get 10% Off atQuelque Chosewhen you eat at theFromagerie next door!ROOFINGBELGRAVE ENTERPRISES•Brick & Cement Work • Shingles •Tar & Gravel•Chimney’s repaired & rebuiltFREEESTIMATEPROFESSIONAL ROOF INSPECTIONSWRITTEN REPORTS WITH PICTURESSkylights514-932-7772SENIORSDISCOUNTGUARANTEDWORKMEMBER OF APCHQ R.B.Q. 8261-4496-02

10 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011No one coming clean onMUHC graffiti clean-upGraffiti-ridden plywood fence on Glen Yards hospital site, May 19By Marlene EisnerDriving along St. Catherine St. betweende Maisonneuve and Victoria, it’s easy tospot the graffiti tags scrawled on the greenplywood fence on the McGill UniversityHospital Centre (MUHC) constructionsite near the CP rails. But don’t expect thewhite paint to disappear any time soon.Before that happens, Westmount andGroupe immobilier santé McGill (GISM),the partnership composed of SNC-Lavalinand Innisfree that oversees the constructionof the public/private MUHC project,have to agree on who is responsible for theclean-up. Westmount says it wants GISMto do it; a spokesperson for GISM says no.Construction group: We won’t paint“We have no intention of repainting thefence to cover the graffiti that would undoubtedlycome back the very next day,”says Diane Rivard, head of communicationsfor GISM.“We started painting the fence twoweeks ago and right the following day,graffiti started to appear.”Rivard points out that there is securityfor the parking area on the other side ofthe fence, as well as security agents patrollingthe whole site and a surveillancecamera system. However, in response tocomplaints from Westmount residentsabout the bright lights coming from theparking area, those lights are now turnedoff at 10 pm, which makes it difficult tocatch taggers in the act.“The fence being installed close tothese lights, plus the fact that the opacityof the fence cannot allow us to see on theother side of it, make it difficult for us toprevent graffiti artists from crossing thefence on St. Catherine St., the CP rails andfences on both sides of the CP rails whenit’s dark at night. Rest assured that we willincrease our security measures around thewooden fence to prevent any intrudersfrom coming onto the site,” she said.Dave Sedgwick, director of WestmountPublic Security, said he is working withSNC-Lavalin to find an equitable solution,but was unable to say for sure who wouldpay for the clean-up.“It’s a problem, sure,” said Sedgwick.“It’s not pleasant to look at for someonewho has to look out their window. It’s amatter of finding something that will besuitable to all parties.”Solution: hedges?One idea being considered is to planthigh hedges against the fence.“I don’t know that there’s a quick solutionto it,” says Sedgwick.“The fence will be there for two or threeyears.”As for who will pay for this at the end ofthe day, the jury is still out on that one.“That’s being looked into,” says Sedgwick.“I think we have to decide what we haveto do and then who will be responsible forit.”Windshield smashedA man seen breaking the windshieldof a parked car outside 2090 ClaremontAve. took off down the street before officersarrived on the scene May 13, PublicSecurity officials said. The owner of thecar said nothing had been stolen.A man who witnessed the incidentcalled Public Security at 1:43 pm but noone matching the suspect’s descriptioncould be found.Open House: Sunday May 29 2-4pmMareDimitropoulos514-791-7764mdimitropoulos@sutton.comGroupe Sutton Centre Ouest Inc.118 Arlington Ave, Grand 6 bedroomresidence, between 2 parks,archi tec tural details, large lot, 2 cargarage, 5 parking! _________ $1,975,000ChristopherGardiner514-704-1270chris@chrisgardiner.caGroupe Sutton Centre Ouest Inc.

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 11The Study raises funds for itsscience lab and Centre PhilouNow you can discover the one address in town that brings harmony to a changingsenior lifestyle – without compromise. Right beside the Old Fire station whereVictoria meets The Boulevard, Westmount One promises unparalleled levels ofsecurity, comfort and quality living. EXCEPTIONAL PANORAMIC VIEWS INCLUDED.The Study’s André-Philippe Gagnon Gala Fundraising event committee co-chairs and Study parents,from left: Rose Bichar and Josée Kaine; organizing committee member Lisa Smith; The Study’s headof school, Mary Hebert; and head girl Alexa Kruyt, inside the Oscar Peterson Hall of ConcordiaUnivesity, May 11.Photo: Robert J. GalbraithThe internationally-acclaimed impressionistand Westmounter André PhillipeGagnon put on a show May 11 at the OscarPeterson Hall to support his daughter’sschool, The Study, and its new biology sciencelab.It was deemed a success with over$60,000 being raised.As with all major Study fundraisers, 3percent of the proceeds go to a local charity.and in this case, the money will go toCentre Philou, a not-for-profit that supportsfamilies of physically disabled children.EVOLVING NEEDS, ONE ADDRESSAbove standard services to make you feel at home including exquisite meals,housekeeping and laundry. Personal care and assistance can be progressively addedwhen and if the need arises.Westmount One accommodatesboth independent and assisted living.For more information call 514 487-82824800, chemin de la Côte-Saint-Luc, Montréalwww.westmountone.com

12 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011New Westmount yoga studio teaches Anusara methodShri Yoga teacherBarrie Risman leads aclass at the studio.By Martin C. BarryThe Montreal region’s first studio dedicatedto the Anusara school of yoga officiallyopened for business in Westmounton May 14.Located in a large space above the LaurentianBank branch at Sherbrooke St. andVictoria Ave., Shri Yoga was founded byWestmounters Mona Keddy and BarrieRisman, both of whom have lengthy experiencein the teaching of yoga.According to Risman, Anusara is aschool of the centuries-old hatha system ofyoga. With a philosophythat emphasizes the good continued on p. 17Crystal Cruises. A Perfect Choice.NEW FALL FARE SALEJust announced! NEW low fares from just $2,400 per person.Save as much as $8,000 per couple on Mediterranean, Caribbean, NewEngland & Canada, Panama, Hawaiian Islands, Pacific Coast and MexicanRiviera sailings.Plus, you’ll enjoy:Contact a Vision 2000 Crystal Specialist

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 13christinamiller514.934.2480christinamiller.caRENTEDSOLDSOLDRECENTSALESAsked $ 7,500 per mo.Asked $ 1,249,000Asked $ 699,000SOLD SOLDSOLD SOLDAsked $ 889,000Asked $ 2,295,000Asked $ 1,675,000Asked $ 2,095,000NEW PRICE$ 649,000WESTMOUNT ADJ. | THE TRAFALGARCharming Corner Condo MLS 8479955$ 859,999 $ 969,000$ 1,295,000WESTMOUNT | LANSDOWNE AVE.Condo Alternative with garage MLS 8534742WESTMOUNT | FLATSTerrific Townhouse w/ garage MLS 8490551WESTMOUNT | FLATSBright & Lovely Victorian MLS 8538404$1,330,000$1,445,000$ 2,250,000$ 4,100,000WESTMOUNT | ARGYLE AVE.Fabulous & Family Friendly MLS 8537053WESTMOUNT | BELVEDERE RD.Beautiful Home w/Panoramic Views MLS 8505693WESTMOUNT | BELFRAGE RD.Wonderful Semi w/ Stunning Views MLS 8509603WESTMOUNT | CLARKE AVE.Magnificent Mansion near Mountain MLS 8481782PROFUSIONREALTY.CAProfusion Immobilier inc - Real Estate Agencylove where you live!

14 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011Mother’s Day in style at the Smiths’Integrity &ExpertiseWorkingfor you!CharlesPearoPh.D.Real Estate Brokercpearo@yahoo.comB. 934-1818C. 704-1063HERITAGEReal Estate AgencySocial Notesfrom Westmountand BeyondVeronica RedgraveAt Westmounter Linda Smith’s funMother’s Day event on May 8 kids werehaving almost as good a time as the adults.Well, almost!Everyone basked in the sun (finally!) admiringthe green leaves (finally!) and devouringhotdogs, hamburgers and Frenchfries served from a mobile kitchen in achuck wagon-style truck, parked right onDefining the Art of Living...Westmounters Shayne and Madison Tessler, with Maia Garfield.Recipient of the prestigious Milan Havlin Award 2011LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTSLANDSCAPE CONTRACTORSPROJECT MANAGEMENTHORTICULTURAL MAINTENANCEFor information about our services, please callClaire Webster at 514 876-0178, ext. 100info@swdla.com or www.swdla.com.the street. Chairs were set up on the frontlawn with friendly Yorkshire terrier, Maggie,full of ribbons and adorable in herDamien-Hirst style skull coat (chicly knitMICHAEL R.CONCISTERAvocat – Barrister & SolicitorSpecialist in real estate,commercial lease,and disciplinary matters4115 Sherbrooke St.West, suite 420Westmount, Quebec H3Z 1K9Tel: 514-875-5311 ext. 5Fax: 514-875-8381Wesbsite: michaelconcister.comE-mail: mrconcister@bellnet.cain black), mingling amongst the guests.After munching on super fries, guestswere then served the most amazing homebakeddesserts: brownies, Rice Krispiessquares (loved by all!) and the cutest tinycupcakes, complete with itsy bitsy icinglayers. The cupcakes were red andmatched the many red rose bouquetsaround the dining room.Party-goers enjoying the iPod tunes includedWestmounters Frank Niro and hisson Nick with Yasemin Comert, CaroleWagram, Dale and Nick Tedesci, and AndrewHops.Also noted were Impact general managerAdam Braz and George Athans, theformer Canadian world champion waterskier and CBC sportscaster, now managinghis film production firm.Guests were clad ineverything from jeans and continued on p. 15Pour unetransactionen toute quiétude...RE/MAX WESTMOUNT INC.1314 Greene AvenueReal Estate Agency • Independently owned and operated514.933.6781To Enjoy Hassle-Free Real EstateTransactions

Social Notescontinued from p. 14WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 15Naturalfood marketNatural Factors Flyer Promotionfrom April 29th to May 27th.Great deals on your favorite NaturalFactors products including:• CoQ10 100 mg Bonus Bottle, 150 softgelsat $18.97• RxOmega-3 120 softgels at $18.47• Hi Potency B 50mg, 90 caps at $10.97•Tranquil Sleep, 60 tabs at $18.97Ask for your FREE bottle of vitamin D!Impacts manager Adam Braz, Westmounters Sascha, Linda and Terry Smith.Brothers Max and Josh Shafter.t-shirts, to stylish suits, with boots and flipflops (one guest had a broken foot).Young Westmounter Madison Tesslerwas completely contemporary in her knitUggs! It’s a fashion family: her brotherShayne had great green laces in his runningshoes. But the best fashionista wasthe hostess, Linda Smith, in her over-thekneeblack boots – Prada of course.Until next year and happy belatedMother’s Day!www.naturalfactors.com5561 Monkland(between Marcil & Old Orchard)514-482-5193www.fleursauvage.caIt’s time to add more value toyour real estate transactionRoyal LePage Heritage,I can help you make the best deal for your home. However,my services don’t end there. 1I include:Free Full-Service Executive Move 2Free Home Closing Protection 3Free Home Warranty Protection 3Let’s talk.Paul FilgianoAffiliated Real Estate Agent withRoyal LePage Heritage Brokerage,an independent franchiseepaulf@royallepage.ca | phone 514- 934-1818Direct Line: 514-924-94561.This is not intended to solicit properties currently for sale by a broker. Offerexpires June 1st, 2011. 2. Subject to certain conditions. Moving executed by3.Meldrum The Mover Inc., (member United Van Lines) Administered throughOgilvy & Ogilvy and underwritten by Aviva Insurance.ANN.MALKA514.606.8784 ann.malka@century21.caFINE HOMES & ESTATESPROPRIÉTES DE PRESTIGE•Real Estate AgencyReal EstateBrokerwww.annmalka.comNEW LISTINGFor SaleSOLD in 2 WeeksMarie-Laure Guillard514-918-6491www.mlguillard.comexperience – efficiencypersonalized attention.groupe sutton – centre ouest inc.Carmen Berlie514-933-5800www.carmenberlie.comDOWNTOWN – 3027 CEDAR AVE.: Charming3 storey townhouse – 5 bdrms, 3 + 1 bths,prívate garden. City views – Close to schools,buses and parks – MLS 8549425. $895 000DOWNTOWN – THE LINTON APTS:2 bedrooms – 2 bathrooms – facing West.MLS 8540748. $849,000NDG – 5950-5952 Somerled: Bright cornerduplex; 5½ & 4½ + semi-fin. bsmt. 2 spaceindoor garage. Upper rented, lower available.Good investment. MLS 8534816. $615,000

16 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011Vanilla – not plain at all9 LivesLysanne FowlerExquisite – that is my first impressionof Vanilla. How could we not be fascinatedby her wonderful long and silky calicocoat, with its beautiful shades of black,brown and rust?Simply stunning. Yet, she is a sweetlysensitive beauty. Vanilla was abandoned atthe SPCA Montérégie shelter, and she wasso miserable at being left there that shestopped eating and her weight plumetted.Vanilla was fortunate to have beenplaced in a foster home, where she hassince improved in health and confidence.She is now ready for a forever home andwe are bringing her to your attention becauseshe is quite an affectionate and joyfulcat, who will enjoy bonding to a specialperson.She is around two years old and is quitehealthy (spayed, with all her shots). Shewas declawed on all four paws when shewas brought to the shelter, which makesher an indoor-only cat.If you would like more information onsweet Vanilla, please do not hesitate tocontact the SPCA Montérégie at514.704.3445 or email them at info@spcamonteregie.com.Thank you for helpingus find a home for her.VanillaComin’ UpWednesday, May 25• Replay the Beatles at Victoria Hall, 7 pm.Tickets: $20 in advance ($25 at the door).Info: 514.989.5226.• 20th Open Gate Gala at the ShaarHashomayim, 6 pm. Buffet supper, doorprizes and valet parking Proceeds benefitOpen Gate program. Tickets: benefactors$500; patrons $100; donors $60. Info:514.938.1405 or 514.731.0415.• Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom presentsnovelist David Brody on “Growing up Gayand Orthodox.” Register: 514.937.3575,ext. 217 or heidi@templemontreal.ca.Friday, May 27Ride to Conquer Cancer fundraiser atChez Nick Restaurant, 1377 Greene Ave.Donations matched by Chez Nick. All proceedsto benefit the Segal Cancer Centreof the Jewish General Hospital. Also on allday Saturday, May 28. Info: 514.935.9936.Saturday, May 28• Family day in Westmount Park, 9 am to4 pm. Info: 514.989.5353.• Bicycle collection (20” or higher) by Cyclonordsudat Westmount Park, 10 am to 3pm. Benefits Africa and Latin America.$15 donation per bike; tax receipts. Info:514.843.0077.• Yes Oui CANSCAIP hosts “Imagine aStory,” a one-day conference for emergingand established creators of works for childrenat Dawson College, room 4C1 (amphitheater),9 am to 5 pm. Cost: $110.Register: kidlitfan1972@yahoo.ca. Info:www.yesouicanscaip.ca.Sunday, May 29Chœur des enfants de Montréal presents“Celt Fête,” in celebration of Irish-Quebecmusical traditions, 4 pm at Eric MacleanCentre for the Performing Arts, 2477 WestBroadway (corner Sherbrooke). Info andtickets: 450.458.7129 or info@choeurdesenfantsdemontreal.comCost: Adults$20; seniors $15; students/children $10.Saturday, June 4• The Montreal Welsh Male Choir performsat the Atwater Library auditorium,7:30 pm. Tickets: $20; $15 for seniors 65and over and students. Info: 514.630.4360.Also on Sunday, June 5 at 3 pm.• Harmonia Westmount presents “We arethe World” at St. Stephen’s Church, 1Weredale Park at 7:30 pm. Tickets at thedoor or in advance: $15; free for childrenunder 12. Info: 514.762.0216.• Open house at the Westmount LawnBowling Club, 405 Kensington, 10 am to4 pm. Instructors will be on hand to teachthe basics. Wear flat-soled or runningshoes. Info: www.bowlswestmount.ca or514.989.5532.Sunday, June 5• “Music for a June Afternoon” at the UnitarianChurch, 5035 de Maisonneuve. Includesa varied selection of composers,and wine and cheese at intermission. Cost:$20 adults; $10 seniors, students; and childrenless than 12 years are free. Info:514.484.5559.Monday, June 6• The Montreal Branch of the Royal CommonwealthSociety hold its annual generalmeeting at 6:30 pm in the WestmountRoom of the Westmount Public Library. Tobe followed at 7:15 pm by an illustratedpresentation by Melanie Walsh entitled“Women Supporting Women’s Educationin India.” Info: 514.935.1674.Tuesday, June 7• Montreal author Norman Ravvin willread from his new novel The Joyful Childat 7 pm at the Westmount Public Library.Reserve: 514.989.5386.GoWestmount.caOur on line calendar has it all!Concerts, exhibitions, launches, events,public meetings, community links,sports and swim schedulesNEW – RESTAURANT PROMOTIONALCOUPONS each week

New yoga studiocontinued from p. 12to be found in all people and in all situations,Anusara is “heart-centered.”“I like to say it’s like a workout for thebody, the mind and the heart,” Rismansaid in an interview with the Independent.“We use physical practice as a way ofembodying qualities of the heart, so it’snot just physical. We integrate the teachingsof yoga so that through the practicewe learn how the teachings of yoga canbenefit us in our lives. It’s all about howthe practice can help us when we leave theyoga studio and get back to situations inour lives.”Importance of communityRisman said Anusara yoga also emphasizesthe importance of community.She said the phrase “gather, practice andgrow” sums up what Shri Yoga stands for.“We’re all about people coming hereand feeling supported, not just throughthe practice, but by being in good companywith each other. We’re really excitedabout contributing positively to the community.”A certified Anusara teacher, Rismanhas been teaching yoga full-time for thepast 12 years all over Montreal, as well asin other parts of Canada.Keddy, who was first initiated to yoga 15years ago, is also a qualified psychotherapist.According to a biography on the ShriYoga web site, Keddy’s background in psychologyhas influenced her yoga teaching.Chez Nick’s Callardto host fundraiserfor Ride to ConquerCancerA fundraiser to benefit the Jewish GeneralHospital’s Segal Cancer Centre’s “Rideto Conquer Cancer” will be held Friday,May 27 and Saturday, May 28 at Chez NickRestaurant, 1377 Greene Ave. The restaurantwill match donations up to a total of$2,000, and tax receipts will be providedfor donations of $10 or more.Owner Rob Callard has personallyraised over $18,500 and will participate inthe two-day bicycle ride. He is currently insecond place in the list of top fundraisers.The ride takes place July 9 and 10. Formore information, call Callard at514.935.0946. To donate, go to www.conquercancer.ca.Click on “Quebec,” thenfind “Rob Callard” under “Top 10 fundraisers”in the right-hand menu.PapeterieWestmount inc.Great pricesLocal service(at Sherbrooke & Prince Albert)3 storeys of selectionCards, balloons,pens and much,much more!Tel: 481-2575 Fax: 481-60204887 Sherbrooke W., WestmountSilver JewelleryClothing & Accessories4879 Sherbrooke W.514 486-8852CertifiedCustom Frameron Site318A Victoria Ave.514.369.2633WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 17Shop Westmount!These Westmount stores have chosen to support the city’s only Westmount-ownednewspaper. Please support them!TAO RestaurantFine Asian CuisineLunch Special from $7.25514.369.1122374 Victoria near SherbrookeFree local deliveryLe Clubdu Village HAIRSTYLINGFOR MEN& KIDS514.484.59874970 Sherbrooke St. W.(at Claremont Ave.)Jewelry & Dresses514 369-4799 • 322 Victoria Ave.astripruggerdesign.com • trinkjewelry.comEstate SalesAntique JewellerySince 1919We buy and sell antiquefurniture, silver, paintings,crystal, porcelain, carpets,bronze and ivory figurines.Free consultations1312 Greene AvenueWestmount, QC H3Z 2B1www.lapidarius.com | 514.935.2717

18 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011Norma Morgan lectures launchedat Visual ArtsShagalicious, baby!UnderdogCynthia LeeOver 100 people packed the Visual Arts Centre for the inaugural lecture of the Norma Morgan LectureSeries, featuring the first Canadian artist said to gain an international reputation, James WilsonMorrice. The Norma Morgan Lecture Series is a bi-annual lecture series that honours the late NormaMorgan, her life-long interest in the arts and education as well as her significant contribution to theVisual Arts Centre. From left, Scott Morgan, Arielle Morgan, Vickie Campbell, John Morgan andVisual Arts director, Victoria LeBlanc.Photo: Robert J. GalbraithWhen Austin Powers, in the movie ofthe same name, declares a person “shagalicious,”one can safely assume that thatsomeone is err...nice to look at, to put itmildly.Not so with our man Shaggy.He was absolutely frightful when he arrivedhomeless at Sophie’s Dog Adoption.And so, he was christened Shaggy.His hair was a terrible mess but worse,he had severely infected feet from neverbeing coat cared for. It was so bad that asevere fungus had formed between histoes and caused him to lick and chewthem to the point of rawness. Thankfully,after treatment, everything is fine now.But how did this eight-year-old shih tzumix end up like this in the first place?A common tale of crummy owners whogot tired of caring for this little boy andwere negligent in providing him with evenShaggythe most basic of hygiene needs. It’s sadderstill that Shaggy is a very well-behavedguy, is fine spending time alone and notthe type to demand loads of attention.Free of anxiety issues that plague somedogs of this size, this one is quiet andrarely barks. Better still, Shaggy is suitedfor a life with other dogs, has no problemswith cats and no aggression whatsoever.Because of Shaggy’s age and mellow attitude,a home that would offer the samewould be ideal.Has the onset of summer lit a fire inyour heart? Why not roast some marshmallowswith Shaggy?Please call Sophie’s Dog Adoption toknow more at 514.523.5052.View more of the old, the ugly and theunpopular on the Underdog Club websiteat www.underdogclub.org, or drop us aline at contact@underdogclub.org.Dog owners ticketedin Summit WoodsSpot checks of Summit Woods bypublic safety officers May 7 resulted intwo $75 tickets being issued to dog ownersletting their animals off leash, PublicSecurity officials said. Dogs must beleashed in the nature reserve at all timesduring April 16 to June 15, the periodwhen birds are typically migrating.One ticket was given to a resident ofUpper Lansdowne, the other to someoneliving in Verdun.Officials said they would soon also becracking down on the city’s new requirementthat dog owners not living inthe community obtain Westmount doglicences if they wish to use the city’s dogruns including Summit Woods.

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 19Stir it up!Do you believe thisweather? I thoughtwe’d be talking summersalads by now.So let’s pretend it’ssummer. I love usingQuinoa in salads —it’s a superfood.Great source of protein,low in fat andElliott Cohen zero cholesterol. It’savailable in black,white and red and cooks like rice.Rinse it first for a minute. Use a two-tooneratio of water to Quinoa with a littlesalt. Bring the water to a boil, add theQuinoa, then lower to a simmer and coverfor 20 minutes. If there’s still a little waterleft, simmer for two to three more minutes,then fluff with a fork and let cool toroom temperature.When it’s cooked, it has these cool Saturnrings around it. Remember that likerice, it triples in volume so 1 cup raw producesa little more than three cups cooked.Cover and keep it in the fridge for up toone week.Now you can use it in so many ways.Mix it with Feta cheese, fresh mint, sometoasted pine nuts, and a splash of lemonvinaigrette, and you have a yummy salad.Better still, invent your own and email meabout it.You can make great Quinoa fried orbaked patties too, just Google it forrecipes.I love coleslaw in the summer. Here’s asimple, beautiful looking, fresh tastyAsian spin on summer slaw.Asian SlawServes eight to 102 ripe firm mangoes, thinly sliced1 small head red cabbage, shredded orthinly sliced1 head baby bok choy, core removed,sliced thin1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced4 carrots peeled and grated or julienned2 cups bean sprouts3 green onions, thinly sliced diagonallyLeaves from ½ bunch fresh cilantro,roughly chopped½ cup dry roasted peanuts,roughly choppedDressingJuice of 4 limes2 tbsp Asian sweet chillisauce2 tbsp fish sauce4 tsp sugar¼ cup vegetable oilPreparationIn a separate bowl, whisk together firstfour dressing ingredients. Slowly drizzlein oil whisking constantly.Pour dressing over the vegetables andmix thoroughly. Refrigerate and let marinatefor up to one hour.Serve garnished with cilantro andchopped peanuts.Let me know how it turns out at elliott@ecca.ca.New Italian Restaurant in Westmountristorante4894 sherbrooke at prince albert514 564 4256www.11scalini.comfollow usSt. Margaret’s coulduse help duringmeal timesThe CSSS Cavendish St. Margaret SeniorResidence on Hillside is recruiting volunteersto help motivate and feed elderlyresidents.Volunteers are particularly needed duringthe lunch and supper hours.Those interested must be able to communicatein English and have a workingknowledge of French.Previous experiences working with theelderly would be an asset. Call514.484.7878, ext. 3146 for more information.Lunch table d’hotemon. – fri. from $10Evening table d’hotemon. – sun. from $20$5off / $30$10off / $60Before Taxes1 coupon per personexp. June 8, 2011Dog and light giveowner awayA dog seen wandering around aloneMay 3 at St. Catherine and Victoria ranright into a house nearby when a publicsafety officer passed by at 9:30 pmon routine patrol.Public Security officials said a lightinside was immediately switched offafter the dog entered.A $75 ticket for letting the dog runloose was issued to the owner who wasreported to be on record for similar offencesin the past.Combine first seven ingredientsin a large bowl.Watch forothers in the50 Reasonsto LoveSushi Yu Miseries!www.sushiyumi.comArtisanally prepared soy sauce. Not storebought,but blended on the premisesaccording to chef Ten Ten’s own recipe.Served nowhere but here.Chef Ten Ten’s own Numaki. Everyone fromLa Presse to Steve, down the street, ravesabout this fusion of maki sushi andVietnamese spring roll. Another Sushi Yu Miexclusive. Tried one yet?Fresh, fabulous sushi and other Asianinspiredspecialties at friendly prices.5124-A Sherbrooke Westbetween Grey and Vendome 514 227 5300

20 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011NEALY BEAUTE Elle & LuiSINCE 1990Laser hair removal / PhotorejuvenationCustomized facials / MicrodermabrasionMassotherapy / Permanent makeup50% off first IPL treatment with this ad2040 Decarie (at de Maisonneuve) 514.482.9616Tabagie Westmount SquareInternational news agent• British & European newspapers• Specializing in fashion & interiordesign • Imported chocolates•buddha-bar CDs• Lottery tickets and mapsWestmount SquareAt foot of escalator leading from/toGreene Ave. entrance(514) 935-7727Xilia –Easy Home Computing•Having trouble with your home computer?•Want to add a printer, scanner, camera orother peripheral devices to your computer?•Do you need to install software?Visit www.xilia.caOr call 514.862.8512 for more informationMount RoyalRoofingAll types of roofsand brickwork(514) 572-4375(450) 687-0094mountroyalroofing@gmail.comRon Edwards Sr. & Ron Edwards Jr.Serving Westmount for 50 yearsWork stopped on RedfernWork was stopped by city inspectorsMay 13 when carpets and other debriswere being thrown out a second-storeywindow from the office building at 215Redfern without a permit, Public Securityofficials said. Officers discovered the workin progress after someone called at 10:52am to complain that parked cars werebeing covered by dust.Conversion of the former Reader’s Digestsite into a condominium developmentis in progress.While city Urban Planning directorJoanne Poirier said she was not aware ofthe recent incident, it likely would have involvedan existing office in the building.RONDA BLYB.COM., M.ED., CPPAESTATE & MOVING SALESHOME CONTENT LIQUIDATIONCERTIFIED APPRAISERCOMPLETE CLEANUP AVAILABLE514-236-4159info@rondably.comwww.rondably.comLeaf blowers stillbeing used illegallyFour different garden contractors received$267 tickets between May 3 and7 for using leaf blowers after the cut-offdate of April 15 for the spring clean-upperiod. The work was spotted inprogress on Westmount Ave., Chesterfield,Sunnyside and Côte St. Antoine.PSOs take injuredwildlife to the SPCAPublic safety officers drove a squirreland then a pigeon to the SPCA in two separateincidents May 16.The wildlife were described as eithersick or injured.Concerned residents called for assistanceafter the squirrel was found in frontof 4824 de Maisonneuve around 9:20 amand the pigeon at 10 York shortly afternoon.AntiquesABRACADABRA turn your hiddentreasures into ready cash. Internationalbuyer wants to purchaseyour antiques, paintings, china,crystal, gold, silverware, jewellery,rare books, sports, movies,postcards, coins, stamps,records. 514-501-9072.BusinessOpportunities$$$MAKE FAST CASH – start yourown business – Driveway SealingSystems, possible payback in 2weeks. Part-time, full-time. Calltoday toll-free 1-800-465-0024.Visit: www.protectasphalt.comCareerOpportunitiesCRIMINAL Record? GuaranteedRecord Removal. 100% Free InformationBooklet. 1-8-Now-Pardon(1-866-972-7366). Speak witha Specialist- No Obligation.www.PardonServicesCanada.com. A+BBB Rating. 20+ Yrs Experience.Confidential. Fast. Affordable.Coming EventsHAVELOCK COUNTRY JAM-BOREE, CANADA’S largest livecounty music & camping festival.Aug. 18-21/11. AnnouncingJohnny Reid, Martina McBride,Billy Currington, Joe Nichols andmore, over 25 entertainers... Tickets1-800-539-3353 www.havelockjamboree.com.Buy beforeJune 15 and save! NEW WORD-INGCompanionsAny luck finding a life partner?Maybe you’re looking in thewrong places. Maybe you’rechoosing the wrong people.Maybe you could use some adviceand help. Misty River Introductionsis personalized and confidential.See current photos –great success rate. (514) 879-0573or visit www.mistyriverintros.com.Financial ServicesDEBT CONSOLIDATION PRO-GRAM Helping Canadians repaydebts, reduce/eliminate interest,regardless of credit. Steady income?You may qualify for instanthelp. Considering bankruptcy?Call: 1-877-220-3328 free consultation,government approved,BBB member.FINANCIAL PROBLEMS? Drowningin debt! Stop the harassment.Bankruptcy might not be the answer.Together let’s find a solution– Free Consultation. Bill Hafner –Trustee in Bankruptcy. 514-983-8700.MoneyProvider.com. $500 Loanand +. No Credit Refused. Fast,Quebec ClassifiedsEasy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.For SaleQCNA (Quebec CommunityNewspapers Association) canplace your classified ad into 25weekly papers throughout Quebec– papers just like the one youare reading right now! One phonecall does it all! Call Marnie atQCNA 514-453-6300. Visit:www.qcna.org.DISCONNECTED PHONE? NationalTeleconnect Home PhoneService. No one refused! Lowmonthly rate! Calling features andunlimited long distance available.Call National Teleconnect today!1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com.A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE –Get your first month free. Badcredit, don’t sweat it. No deposits,no credit checks. Call FreedomPhone Lines today toll free 1-866-884-7464.SAWMILLS – Band/Chainsaw –SPRING SALE – cut lumber anydimension, anytime. Make moneyand save. In Stock ready to ship.From $1.195.00. www.Norwood-Sawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext:400OT.#1 high speed internet$24.95/month. Absolutely no portsare blocked. Unlimited downloading.Up to 5Mps downloadand 800Kbps upload. Order todayat www.acanac.ca or call toll free1-866-281-3538.DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILD-INGS priced to clear – Make anoffer! Ask about free delivery,most areas. Call for quick quoteand free brochure – 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.HOT TUB (SPA) Covers. BestPrice, Best Quality. All Shapes &Colours Available. Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.ca.HOT TUB COVERS & Accessories.Lowest price, highestquality. All sizes and coloursavailable. Call 1-888-611-7660.www.spasuppliesonline.ca.BUILDING SALE... “Rock bottomprices!” 25x40 $7995. 30x40 $9840.35x50 $12,995. 40x80 $22,600.47x100 $35,690. Ends included.Many others. Pioneer Steel Manufacturerssince 1980. 1-800-668-5422. NEW PRICES AND WORD-ING.Help WantedATTN: IMMEDIATE OPENINGS,PT/FT $16 base-appt, flexibleschedules, ideal for students,customer sales / service, conditionsapply, will train. Montreal orWest Island. 514-281-5111.www.earnparttime.caHere we grow again!! Nationalwater filtration company needsdealers. Career opportunity.$18.72 hourly to start. Companytraining. Vehicle required. simpleh20gatineau.com613-755-2440.PersonalsDATING SERVICE. Long-Term/Short-Term Relationships,Free to try! 1-877-297-9883. Intimateconversation, Call #4011 or1-888-534-6984. Live 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #4010. Meet localsingle ladies. 1-877-804-5381.(18+).TRUE ADVICE! True clarity! TruePsychics! 1-877-478-4410 (18+)$3.19/minute 1-900-528-6258;truepsychics.ca.RenovationsW.W.G. Fence & Deck Manufacturer.Sales – installation – customdesign. Cedar – Pressuretreated – chain link – PVC – etc.Work Guaranteed – free estimates.MONTHLY PROMOTIONS.1 - 8 7 7 - 2 6 6 - 0 0 2 2 .www.wwginc.com.Local classifiedsCleaning ladywanted:Two days a week, 8 am to 3 pmfor home in Westmount. Mustbe hardworking andtrustworthy. Referencesrequired. Call 514.939.0572.Buying goldWe buy ALL gold – locally, incl.broken jewellery and diamonds.Free estimates. Gold Buyers International.5897 Sherbrooke St.W. (at Royal). 514-419-0656.Banner: UnisexSalonBeauty 2 Beauty Salon: SummerSpecial on extensions. Freewash with any hairstyle. Hair extensions,Dreads, pieces, relaxersand custom made wigs alsoavailable. 5871 Victoria # 114,514.733.8757.BooksMONTREAL. JEWISH CLASSIC.Discounts available for JoeKing’s classic account of JewishMontreal: Fabled City. Minimumorder: 100 units. Great gift for importantoccasions! (Retails customers:please contact your localbookstore.) David:514.935.4537.

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 21Lawn Bowling plans open house June 4Two world-class lawn bowling eventscoming to Westmount in AugustBy Laureen SweeneyThe Westmount Lawn Bowling Clubwill host both the Canadian Junior LawnBowling Championships and the WorldJunior Cup Selection tournament in August.Winner ofthe second eventwill representCanada at theworlds in Australia.The eventsare being billedas attractingCanada’s bestyoung playersand their familiesfrom acrossthe country.Many will beLouis Touyz, WestmountLawn Bowling clubpresident.By Martin C. Barrymaking theirfirst trip to Quebecand to Westmount.“TheWestmount-born Kristen Bussandriwill be the featured performer duringAcoustic Nights Montreal, a teen songwritingcompetition in which young aspiringtalent from several Westmountschools have also been invited to take part.According to its founder, MelinaSoochan, the June 25 competition is basedon a concept similar in some ways toAmerican Idol, although it goes beyondthat.“They actually have to perform a songthat they wrote, and they have to do it eitherby themselves or with an accompanist,and without using [pre-recorded]backing tracks,” she said in an interviewwith the Independent. “It’s a focus on realtalent and song-writing skills.”The performers will be judged by fourjudges, who are active professionals in theMontreal music scene, and on four criteria:song structure, lyrics, performanceand stage presence. Originality will also beconsidered.The judges will assign marks to the performersand comment out loud in front ofa live audience. There will be first, secondand third place winners, as well as a peo-membersof the Westmount Club are thrilledwith the prospect of hosting these twoevents,” said club president Louis Touyz inannouncing the events at the May 3 citycouncil meeting.Inviting the council and members ofthe public to be “frequent spectators,” hethanked the council “for providing us witha great facility that allows us to host worldclassevents such as these.”An estimated 20 of the country’s bestunder-18 bowlers will compete at the firstevent, the Canadian junior nationals, fromAugust 2 to 6, leading to the crowning ofthe best male and female players.From August 6 to 9, some 20 bowlersaged 18 to 25 will compete to earn theright to represent Canada at the worldchampionships in Adelaide in November.Following the announcement, the organizingcommittee sent out a letter tomerchants and “friends” of the club askingfor community support to help ensurethe visit of players and families “will be amemorable one,” stated chairman RichardMenear.Westmount-born Kristen Bussandri (picturedhere May 18 at the Flower Conservatory) willperform June 25 during Acoustic NightsMontreal.With a budget of $15,000 for bothevents, he explained, “we will be relying onthe generosity of the community” to helpprovide monetary donations, sponsormeals or provide “gifts in kind” that can beraffled off.“This is really a very great honour forour club and the community to be able tohost these events,” said Bruce St. Louis,the city’s retired director general, who isvice chair of the organizing committee incharge of fundraising. He may be reachedat bruce.stlouis@gmail.com.Public invited totry it outThe Westmount Lawn Bowling Clubwill hold an open house June 4 from 10am to 4 pm to provide visitors with anopportunity to try the game. Flat-heeledshoes are the only requirement. In caseof rain, the event will take place the followingday.Bussandri to perform in singing/songwriting contestple’s choice winner to be determined bythe audience in a vote.Among the schools invited to take partare The Study, St. George’s, ECS and SelwynHouse.Prizes include a free music video, arecording session, a professional photoshoot and the opening spot at the galaevent being held in late July.The organization has issued a call tosinger-songwriters, English or French, betweenthe ages of 13 and 17, who writetheir own music to enter the contest. Onlineapplications are being accepted beforeJune 3 at : www.acousticnightsmontreal-.com/competition.SPECTACULAR APARTMENTFOR LONG-TERM RENTALWestmout Adj: Beautiful fully furnished3bedroom, centrally located, close to Metro, 2car indoor pkg, 2 balconies, 6 month minimumPlease call: 514-269-1581 –or- 514-814-5932DIANE KENNEDYSpring/Summer Bamboo Collection5175B Sherbrooke West corner Marlowe514-482-4702E & L LandscapingDivision of 3189171 Canada Inc.25 years experienceReasonable prices, reliable,knowledgeable. Planting, sod,lawns, pavé uni, walls etc…Ernest:514-941-2116

22 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011WestmountWestmountvousvousinforme...informe...Westmount Pagewww.westmount.orginfo : 514 989-5200Vol. 5/10Publié par Westmount Published by WestmountDATES À RETENIRDATEBOOKHÔTEL DE VILLEBureaux administratifs –Horaire d’étéLes heures d’ouverture sont du lundi au vendredi de 8 h 30 à16 h 30. Du 6 juin au 4 septembre, les heures d’ouvertures detous les bureaux administratifs de la Ville, soit l'hôtel de ville,le Victoria Hall, Hydro Westmount, et les Services de lasécurité publique, des sports et loisirs et des travaux publicsseront du lundi au jeudi de 8 h à 16 h 30 et le vendredi de8hà13h.Veuilleznoterquelabibliothèqueseraferméeledimanche du 12 juin au 4 septembre inclusivement.Info : 514 989-5200.TRAVAUX PUBLICSLe Tour de l’Île de Montréal 2011L’édition 2011 du Tour de l’Île de Montréal aura lieu ledimanche 5 juin. Le circuit comprendra un court tronçon àWestmount et nécessitera la fermeture des rues suivantesentre 8 h 40 et 13 h : Av. Claremont, entre l’av. Notre-Dame-de-Grâce et le boul. De Maisonneuve, et la rueSainte-Catherine, entre le coin De Maisonneuve/Claremontet le coin Lansdowne/Glen. Pour consultez la liste defermeture de toutes les rues, visitez le www.westmount.org.Le 6 juin à 20 hSéance du conseilHôtel de villeLe 23 juin à 17 hFête de la Saint-JeanParc WestmountSoirée de danse 2011Clôturez votre journée le 28 mai avec un super spectacle auVictoria Hall, mettant en vedette les participant(e)s descours de danse pour adultes du Service des sports et loisirs.Chorégraphie et interprétation par les étudiant(e)s deballet, ballet jazz, danse contemporaine, claquette, baladiet autres le samedi 28 mai à 19 h. sous la direction deSheila Lawrence, danseuse et chorégraphe vénérée.Billets : Adultes 10$ / enfants 5$. Info : 514.989.5393.Journée portes ouvertes au Clubde boulingrinLe Club de boulingrin de Westmount ouvre ses portes aupublic le samedi 4 juin entre 10 h et 16 h au 405, av.Kensington (à côté de l’hôtel de ville). Une invitation à toutceux qui voudraient essayer ce fabuleux sport deboulingrin et se familiariser avec le Club. En cas de pluie,l’événement se tiendra le lendemain. Consultezwww.bowlswestmount.ca ou appelez au 514 989-5532pour en savoir plus ou présentez-vous le 4 juin avec voschaussures à semelles plates.CITY HALLAdministrative offices –Summer hoursThe business hours are from Monday to Friday from8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. As of June 6 until September 4,the business hours of all administrative offices of theCity (City Hall, Victoria Hall, Hydro Westmount, PublicWorks, Public Security and Sports & Recreation) willbe Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. andFriday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Library will be closedSundays from June 12 to September 4 inclusively.Info: 514 989-5200.PUBLIC WORKSThe 2011 Tour de l’Île de MontréalThe 2011 Tour de l’Île de Montréal will take placeSunday, June 5. The circuit will include a shortsection in Westmount requiring the following streetclosures between 8:40 a.m. and 1 p.m.:Claremont Avenue from NDG Avenue toDe Maisonneuve & Ste-Catherine Street fromDe Maisonneuve/Claremont to Lansdowne/Glen.To consult the list of all street closures, visitwww.westmount.org.June 6 at 8 p.m.Council MeetingCity HallJune 23 at 5 p.m.Fête de la Saint-JeanWestmount ParkSoirée de danse 2011Finish off the day on May 28 th with a spectacular showat Victoria Hall by the adult participants of the Sports &Recreation dance programs. Presenting choreographersand dancers in an evening of ballet, jazz, modern, tap,belly dancing and more on Saturday, May 28 th at 7 p.m.The event is presented under the direction of thevenerable Sheila Lawrence. Tickets : Adults $10 /Children $5. Info : 514.989.5393.Lawn Bowling Club Open HouseThe WLBC will host an Open House Saturday, June 4 thbetween 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 405 Kensington (adj. toCity Hall). Everyone is welcome to try the amazing andfun sport of lawn bowling and learn about the Club. Incase of rain, the event will take place Sunday. Find outmore at www.bowlswestmount.ca or at 514 989-5532 orjust show up on June 4 th with your flat-soled shoes.ÉVÉNEMENTS COMMUNAUTAIRESExpositionLa galerie du Victoria Hall est fière de présenter lesoeuvres créées par des étudiants de niveau primaire deWestmount en collaboration avec les artistes du Centre desarts visuels du 27 mai au 17 juin 2011. Info : 514 989-5521.Concert « Replay The Beatles »Revivez la magie des années Beatles avec le groupe« Replay The Beatles » le mercredi 25 mai à 19 h au VictoriaHall. Le spectacle-hommage inclura les grands succès desBeatles de la période 1963 à 1970. Pour un avant-goût dugroupe, visitez www.replaythebeatles.com. Billets enprévente : 20 $ (25 $ à la porte). Info: 514 989-5226.Journée familiale de WestmountPassez une journée ludique entre voisins et amis au parcWestmount le samedi 28 mai de 9 h à 16 h. Jouez sur lessurfaces gonflables, faites-vous maquiller, essayez lapromenade aérienne, caressez un lama, nourrissez unechèvre, lancez des oeufs… il y aura des activités pour tousles goûts. De plus, c’est l'occasion de rencontrer desreprésentants des organismes communautaires et lesservices municipaux. Info: 514 989-5353.BIBLIOTHÈQUEConférences à 14 hVeuillez-vous joindre à nous pour un après-midi encompagnie de Lora Baiocco, bibliothécaire – Services enligne et archives. Elle donnera une conférence le mercredi24 mai à 14 h sur les technologies les plus populaires quichangent le monde dans lequel nous vivons. Info: 514 989-5386.Rencontre d’auteur – Norman RavvinL'auteur montréalais Norman Ravvin lira des extraits de sonnouveau roman The Joyful Child le mercredi 7 juin à 19 h.Retrouvez dans ce livre l’envie de voir le monde à traversson récit de voyage Hidden Canada; Ravvin y explore lesliens entre la vie urbaine, l’expérience du voyage et del’abandon, et l’amour d’un homme pour les quartiers, le jazzet les voitures anciennes. Info: 514 989-5386.Club d’échecs et de ScrabbleLa prochaine rencontre du club aura lieu les vendredis3 et 10 juin à 14 h. Nous sommes toujours à la recherchede nouveaux joueurs. Info : 514 989-5386.COMMUNITY EVENTSExhibitionThe Gallery at Victoria Hall is pleased to presentart projects created by elementary students inWestmount with the collaboration of artists from theVisual Arts Center between May 27 and June 17,2011. Info: 514 989-5521.Replay the Beatles ConcertRelive the magic of Beatlemania with tribute bandReplay The Beatles performing some of the Beatles’greatest hits from 1963 to 1970 at Victoria Hall onWednesday, May 25 at 7 pm. Preview the band atwww.replaythebeatles.com. Advance tickets $20 ($25at the door) Info: 514 989-5226.Westmount Family DaySpend the day with your friends and neighbours inWestmount Park on Saturday, May 28 from 9 a.m. to4 p.m. Play on the inflatable games, get your facepainted, ride the aerial runway, and pet a llama, feeda goat, compete in the egg toss... there's something foreveryone. It’s also a chance to meet with localcommunity groups and City departments. Info: 514989-5353.LIBRARY2 o’clock seriesJoin Lora Baiocco, Online Services and ArchivesLibrarian on Wednesday, June 15 at 2 p.m. for thispresentation of the most popular technological trendsthat are revolutionizing the world we live in. Tuesday,May 24 at 2 p.m. Info: 514 989-5386.Author Event – Norman RavvinMontreal author Norman Ravvin will read from hisnew novel The Joyful Child on Tuesday, June 7 at7 p.m. Returning to the wanderlust of his travelogueHidden Canada, Ravvin follows the inter-connectionsof urban living, the experience of travel andabandonment, and a man’s love of neighbourhoods,jazz, and old cars. Info: 514 989-5386.Chess and Scrabble ClubOur club will meet on Friday, June 3 and 10 at 2 p.m.Drop by for a friendly game as we look forward tomeeting new players. Info: 514 989-5386.Westmount, à votre portée. Pour toute question ou commentaire, veuillez nous contacter :Westmount at your fingertips. Contact us with any comment or question:www.westmount.orgassistance@westmount.org

WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011 – 23T r e n d s e t t e r SFor Trendsetter column, please see paper copy.Circulars not wantedby residentA $75 ticket was issued May 6 for thedistribution of a Publi-Sac bag left at ahouse on Westmount Ave., Public Securityofficials said. The house displayed asticker requesting that the material notbe delivered to that address. The residentcalled to complain about the violation ofthe city’s anti-circular regulation.Stolen cars recoveredthe same dayTwo stolen cars were recovered in WestmountMay 4, Public Security officials report.One was a BMW taken from a houseon Upper Lansdowne Ave. and left illegallyin private parking behind the pharmacy atSt. Catherine and Metcalfe. It was discoveredat 8:30 am. The other was found inthe parking lot at 1250 Greene, though nofurther details were available.

24 – WESTMOUNT INDEPENDENT – May 24-25, 2011Properties to love ... and live10 Braeside: $4,500,000Magnificent greystone mansion of unparalleled elegance and sophistication.492 Strathcona: $2,465,000An elegant seven bedroom residence beautifully situated between 2 parks.70 Forden: $1,975,000Stone semi-detached with 4+1 bedrooms with finished basement near Murray Park.319 Redfern: $1,925,000Stately residence with stunning woodwork, large rooms, and finished basement.234 Metcalfe: $1,695,000Designer inspired home with 4 bedrooms, exquisite garden, and two car garage.1 Wood ,#501: $1,575,000Spacious and airy condo with 2+1 bedrooms in the elegant Wood Avenue Condos.125 Elmire, #403: $350,000Love your Loft in the Plateau969 St. Timothee, #202: $689,000WOW! You will be awe-struck.4062 Ch. de Trafalgar: $925,000City Pied-a-Terre with Charm.650 Notre-Dame, #1702: $1,550,000Elevated Elegance in Old MontrealJeannie MooszReal Estate Broker - Groupe Sutton Centre-Ouest, inc.514.299.3307jeannie@videotron.caDeeply Rooted Valuewww.mariesicotte.comMarie SicotteReal Estate Broker - Groupe Sutton Centre-Ouest, inc.514.953.9808mariesicotte@videotron.ca