Your Local Journal - August 10th, 2017

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PHOTO BY JAMES ARMSTRONG

Performing with Panache Theatre Panache’s producƟon of Phoebe’s GiŌ by Bonnie Laing is the story of Phoebe Nobbs MacKellar Hyde the last owner of Greenwood. Phoebe’s memorable character with her family and friends is brought to life by a local director and actors. (LeŌ to right) Cast members Susan Gilmore, John Sheridan and Irene Osprey chat with director Mary Vuorela (second from leŌ) on the verandah of Greenwood. See story on page 11.

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Around The World in 80 Days opens at Hudson Village Theatre

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Playing mulƟple roles in the around the world race are Mike Hughes, Danielle Desormeaux and Chimwemwe Miller.

Beginning Thursday, August 10, theatregoers of all ages are invited to travel around the world, albeit vicariously, when Hudson Village Theatre opens its third producƟon of the summer season, Around The World in 80 Days, based on the classic novel by Jules Verne.

Fun for the whole family, it stars only three actors portraying a crazy cast of internaƟonal characters in true Monty

Python style as Phileas Fogg and his faithful valet Passepartout try to win a sizeable bet by circumnavigaƟng the globe in just 80 days.

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St. Lazare council questioned over alleged financial discrepancy John Jantak Your Local Journal

St. Lazare council was taken to task at the last public council meeƟng August 1 aŌer a resident asked why councillors received nancial sƟpends for siƫng in on numerous municipal administraƟve and commiƩee meeƟngs they allegedly may not have aƩended.

The issue was raised during quesƟon period by former councillor Michel Lambert who received copies regarding each of the six councillor’s nancial remuneraƟon statements for aƩending and parƟcipaƟng in various commiƩees meeƟngs in 2013 and 2014, which he obtained from the municipality aŌer ling an access to informaƟon request.

It’s too bad that because there’s an elecƟon coming up in November and with council having done an excellent job over the past four years, it’s really sad that Mr. Lambert – for poliƟcal reasons – is digging up non-existent issues that are four years old, – St. Lazare Mayor Grimaudo What bothers Lambert the most is what he feels is an apparent discrepancy regarding aƩendance that he noƟced when he began reviewing the documents. In 2013, the number of meeƟngs aƩended by councillors annually averaged about eight and their parƟcipaƟon at each meeƟng was documented.

In 2014, parƟcipaƟon jumped almost tenfold with most councillors aƩending about 75 meeƟngs that year. District 2 Councillor Pamela Tremblay sat in on 102 meeƟngs and aƩended 18 meeƟngs

in June alone, according to the documents obtained by Lambert. Councillors received a $100 sƟpend for every commiƩee meeƟng aƩended at the Ɵme.

Salary hike replaced sƟpends CommiƩee meeƟng sƟpends, which were introduced in mid-2013, were abolished in March 2015 aŌer council approved a salary increase that saw each councillor’s annual compensaƟon increase from $11,000 to $19,000. Grimaudo said the raise was adopted to do away with sƟpends altogether.

Grimaudo publicly stated during the March 2015 council meeƟng that in 2014 councillors received sƟpends ranging from $6,000 to $10,000 and the average remuneraƟon was $7,400. “What we did tonight is not really a salary increase,” he told Your Local Journal at the Ɵme. “In reality, they all earned an average of $19,000 last year. It’s just that the money came from two diīerent pots.

What we did was simplify the administraƟon of the salaries.”

For Lambert, the amount of money paid to councillors for their administraƟve and commiƩee meeƟng aƩendance in 2014 sƟll doesn’t add up, saying part of the problem is that the town apparently doesn’t have any documentaƟon to indicate what meeƟngs individual councillors sat on.

Council unhappy with insinuaƟons Some of the councillors, and Mayor Grimaudo, shot back accusing Lambert of making unjusƟ ed insinuaƟons towards council that they intenƟonally pilfered public funds. Lambert said he never accused anyone on council of intenƟonally stealing money; he just wanted a clari caƟon as to why there was such a signi cant discrepancy between commiƩee remuneraƟon paid between 2013 and 2014 and why each councillor’s meeƟng aƩendance wasn’t

PHOTO BY JOHN JANTAK

Former St. Lazare Councillor Michel Lambert quesƟoned Mayor Robert Grimaudo at the August 1 council meeƟng about an alleged discrepancy in regards to nancial sƟpends that were paid to councillors for aƩending various administraƟve and commiƩee meeƟngs in 2014.

documented in 2014.

“Mr. Lambert accused council of taking money, which I didn’t like,” said Grimaudo. “He is making an issue out of

a non-issue. If mistakes were made in 2014, we will nd them.

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EDITOR’S CORNER

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Stand and deliver Though we’ve yet to reach the deadline for which those running for public oĸce are required to oĸcially deposit their candidacy for the upcoming municipal elecƟons, we’re already seeing a marked reducƟon in those willing to step up to the governance plate compared to the same Ɵme period four years ago throughout the VaudreuilSoulanges region.

Perhaps potenƟal candidates are in a wait-and-see holding paƩern or maybe, aŌer observing what their fellow residents who opted for civic duty have encountered over the last four years, they’ve realized that a someƟmes thankless job for paltry remuneraƟon makes very liƩle sense nancially or emoƟonally.

Those who do have the forƟtude to accept the challenge must be lauded for wanƟng to contribute to, and improve, the quality of life of their respecƟve towns and, ideally, leave a legacy for future residents. That is if all their energy is not diverted taking care of outstanding messes – nancial or otherwise – along with defending the town’s funds and interests from myriad pending legal acƟon.

Blogs and social media opinions on municipal governance abound with, in typical cyberspace fashion, criƟcism and derision on the eīorts of our elected oĸcials.

Maybe it’s Ɵme for those who’ve been playing armchair poliƟcs for the past four years to put their keystrokes where their mouths are and toss their opinionated hats out from the virtual and into the real world.

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Peekaboo – and a good day to you too! Photo taken in a pond in St. Lazare by Jack MarƟ. Do you have a photo taken in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region you’d like to submit as a Photo of the Week? Send it to editor@yourlocaljournal. ca. Due to the popularity of this feature, we’ve had many submissions and will feature them all on our website at www.yourlocaljournal.ca/photo-of-the-week.

Dear Editor: editor@yourlocaljournal.ca Structural issue?

Dear Editor, To date, only one candidate for Councillor has presented her/himself for the November elecƟon, we were told at Hudson’s August council meeƟng.

Could the popular resistance to come forward be explained in part by the structure of the meeƟngs?

With few excepƟonal brief interludes, we have a parody of democracy in three movements – 30 or so ‘proposed by..., seconded by..., unanimously adopted without another word’ resoluƟons, sandwiched between a short quesƟon-period overture, and a longer quesƟon-period coda. Having been formally told, more than once, that the meeƟngs are always and only for ciƟzens, never by them, their parƟcipaƟon is insƟtuƟonally limited, shut out in plain talk. It need not be, and has not always been, this way.

There can be regular commiƩee reports by each of the councillors, each presentaƟon followed by quesƟons, comments and back-and-forth by fellow councillors and by ciƟzens. This pracƟce forms visible links among councillors, and between councillors and ciƟzens.

I used to live in a town twice the size of Hudson which had this procedure. It works. Perhaps the next mayor will take note.

P.S. I have no doubt that the present council and mayor have cleaned up a nancial mess, and a bit more. For that, bravo!

Richard Rothschild Hudson Unanswered quesƟons Dear Editor, We can expect the next two St. Lazare council meeƟngs to be lively due to a municipal elecƟon in early November 2017. The August council meeting was entertaining, to say the least, when two speci c quesƟons from residents raised the ten-

sion level.

Richard Meades, one of the two ‘crusaders’ who brought the Chaline Valley landslide risk to the public’s aƩenƟon, and also helped convince Municipal and Provincial authoriƟes to do something which would resolve the problem, was frustrated enough to ask the following. Mr. Meades stated that aŌer an oĸcial Quebec report was made four years ago regarding the risk of landslides in Chaline Valley, and the subsequent residents’ meeƟngs with Quebec and St. Lazare authoriƟes, the iniƟal report has sƟll not been released to the residents, or the public. Mr. Meades asked why the report has not been made public even though St. Lazare has commiƩed to spending $2 million to x the problem, and stated that residents cannot sell their houses, plus many are sƟll worried as to why informaƟon is being kept from them as it may be puƫng them and their homes at risk.

Mayor Robert Grimaudo’s response to Mr. Meades’ request for a copy of that report was, “Mr. Meades you are beaƟng a dead horse, I have told you St. Lazare does not own the report.” So no report is expected to be issued, even though a 102-signature peƟƟon was presented to the town and an Access to InformaƟon request was made 5 months ago. Note: The Quebec report of the Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot landslide risk was made public to the aīected residents about three years ago, but St. Lazare residents are sƟll unaware of what the Chaline Valley landslide report contains.

Another resident quesƟoned why some councillors received large amounts of money for ‘parƟcipaƟng on commiƩees’ in 2014 and 2015. The resident quoted amounts paid to some councillors who did not have much to say in response, but Mayor Grimaudo stated, “this is a witch hunt.”

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Pincourt introduces weekend yard work noise restrictions John Jantak Your Local Journal

The Town of Pincourt adopted an amendment to its noise by-law at the Tuesday evening council meeƟng on August 8 which will restrict the hours that homeowners and contractors will be able to operate noisy equipment or undertake renovaƟons and/or repairs on weekends and on holidays.

The revision will take eīect May 1, 2018, and prohibit the use of electric and motorized lawn equipment such as lawn mowers and leaf blowers before 9 a.m. and aŌer 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday, and statutory holidays. The same Ɵme restricƟon applies to all homeowners and contractors who are doing renovaƟons to their properƟes on those speci c days.

To make sure no one is caught oīguard, the town is planning a public informaƟon blitz to inform residents and contractors of the upcoming changes before they come into eīect. “It’s the council responding to a certain number of complaints from ciƟzens,” Director General Michel Perrier told Your Local Journal.

“We’re going to prepare adequately for next year and we’re going to have publicity campaigns to make people aware of these changes so that they will abide by new regulaƟons,” Perrier added. “Neighbours don’t necessarily

want people to start handling machinery at 7 o’clock on a Saturday or Sunday morning or at dinner Ɵme when you have guests visiƟng.

Fines for non-compliance Fines will be implemented to deter violaƟons and will be set at $75 for ciƟzens and $150 for businesses in 2018.

The nes will increase to $100 for ciƟzens and $200 for businesses respecƟvely in 2019, said Perrier.

“Noise is not a big problem in Pincourt,” said Mayor Yvan Cardinal. “Often it’s the same person and the best way to deal with the situaƟon is to sensiƟze them to the problem.” Cardinal added that it took a while before people became aware of the town’s watering restricƟons when they were adopted several years ago and now there is almost complete compliance.

“More and more people are complying with the watering by-law and there’s fewer infracƟons being committed for watering outside the permiƩed hours. It took Ɵme but we eventually achieved a good result and we hope the same thing will happen with the new modi caƟon to the noise by-law,” said Cardinal. Fines for watering violaƟons range from $200 to a maximum of $2,000.

Tender withdrawn A municipal tender that invited contractors to provide a quote for the refurbishment and upgrade of the town’s

PHOTO BY JOHN JANTAK

Workers prepare the grounds at Bellevue Park as part of the annual Pincourt celebraƟons which begin this evening, August 10, and culminate on Saturday with the 37th Firemen’s Day celebraƟon.

chalet and swimming pool at Olympic Park was withdrawn by council aŌer no tenders were received by the oĸcial deadline.

Mayor Cardinal said there are apparently no contractors that provide both services. The town will instead issue two separate calls to tender – one for the chalet and a second for the pool.

Despite the reissuance, Cardinal said the upgrade work is sƟll scheduled to begin this fall and be completed by next spring.

Firemen’s Day fesƟviƟes FesƟviƟes to celebrate Pincourt and the 37th ediƟon of Firemen’s Day begin this evening at Bellevue Park. Everyone is invited to parƟcipate in the threeday event that will feature a full range of kids’ and family acƟviƟes, a movie screening, and musical performances, and culminate on Saturday with the tradiƟonal parade of re trucks and emergency vehicles with sirens wailing and a night-Ɵme reworks spectacle.

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Hudson ferry traffic and the SQ - creating a police force?

Q. On some weekends it is total gridlock near the ferry from Hudson to Oka, at the corner of Main and Bellevue. Cars take the opposite lane to get around the waiƟng cars. Then they meet head on in one lane. I hardly ever see the Sûreté du Québec (SQ) there to direct traĸc. Everybody just reluctantly breaks the law to get around the long string of waiƟng cars. SomeƟmes during weekdays, I see two SQ oĸcers with radar detectors poinƟng at the steepest hill in Hudson on Bellevue to check the speed of cars exceeding 40 km/h. It’s the same thing going down a hill on Cameron. Can we tell the SQ to work where we want? Apparently, I am overpaying for this level of SQ service. Can we have our own police force if this conƟnues?

A. I asked the SQ about this situaƟon. They are looking at soluƟons with the municipality such as signage. They advised that ciƟzens should call them when they see something illegal or if they themselves encounter a problem. CiƟzens should also share their thoughts with the mayor and local council.

AŌer digesƟng all that, I researched why sharing thoughts with local council would be a good idea.

The Police Act provides the Municipalité régionale de comté (MRC) is the signing party to the regional contract for SQ services, not each municipality. These long-term contracts provide for the type of services and the number of police oĸcers in each part of the territory of the MRC. CiƟzens can have their voice heard through an MRC commiƩee where each municipality is represented by one of its elected oĸcials. They discuss the level of police services provided and where services are needed.

It is obvious that on a day-to-day basis resources should be allocated by the SQ to problem areas where the likelihood of accidents, gridlock, or crime is highest. I don’t understand all of the mysteries of police work so I can’t really comment about the radar traps.

It is understandable however that your quesƟon leads to wondering if there is a cost bene t to starƟng a police force. There are a few precedents.

In the municipality of Mercier, they just formed the smallest police force in the province with 19 oĸcers and 11 vehicles (Dodge Chargers and Fords at a cost of $380,000) for its 13,150 inhabitants. More than 500 people signed a registry and despite opposiƟon from the Châteauguay police that used to provide Mercier with police services, the movement nally succeeded. They expect their police costs of $3.5 million a year to go down to $2.5 million.

Not all towns succeed. Chambly, a town of 29,000, was refused by the Public Security Minister last year for reasons not elaborated and they went to court trying to gure out what happened.

The Police Act provides that a municipality that is served by the Sûreté du Québec and whose populaƟon is below 50,000 inhabitants can be authorized by the Minister, aŌer a public consultaƟon, to be served by a municipal police force (with compulsory levels of service and equipment based on populaƟon and proximity to Montreal).

So, there you go. Small can be beauƟful. Goodbye Walmarts.

Movements like Ɵny houses, businesses like Uber and Airbnb with individual entrepreneurs, show that the community spirit is increasingly growing in small garden plots, literally. Maybe this movement will extend to small police forces responding closely to the wishes and expectaƟons of the small communiƟes they serve. Cost is oŌen another factor behind the small is beauƟful movement. In our region, with SQ costs per ciƟzen amongst the highest in the province, it may be a new road to explore.

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Proud Hudsonite and hockey coach legend, Jacques Demers, received a standing ovaƟon when he was present for the presentaƟon of a cheque to the Western Patriots Football AssociaƟon which helps support under privileged youngsters pursue their sporƟng dreams in the Vaudeuil-Soulanges region.

A golf classic in every sense of the word helps local worthwhile causes Cunninghams Pub and Whitlock give back to the community following recent tourney James Parry Your Local Journal

In the true spirit of caring and sharing, Whitlock Golf and Country Club in Hudson was the seƫng for a brilliant celebratory dinner Saturday, August 5, when three local worthwhile causes

were presented with cheques thanks to the generosity of golfers, business leaders, sponsors, and others from throughout the community who parƟcipated in the 7th annual Cunninghams PubWhitlock Community Golf Classic played there in June.

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ARE YOU A CAREGIVER? Are you taking care of someone 65 years of age and over who is sick or who has lost their independence? Are you worried about the health of a loved one? If so, you are most likely a natural caregiver. This task can be positive and rewarding, but is also dif¿cult and exhausting.

AUGUST 2017 August marks the end of summer, and to help you come back stronger than ever in September, we have a few activities to offer you. There’s something for everyone!

Following is a list of activities for the month of August 2017 : 35th Annual Pic-Nic of the Parrainage Civique Vaudreuil-Soulanges: Saturday August 12th 2017, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Location: Parc de la maison Valois (331 Avenue Saint-Charles, Vaudreuil-Dorion) Please note: Bring your own lunch and chair Art Workshop: Friday August 25th 2017, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Location : Parrainage Civique de Vaudreuil-Soulanges (36-A, Ave. St-Charles, Vaudreuil-Dorion) Artiste: Céline Poirier (Cultural Media Project) Field Trip: Wednesday August 30th, 10:00 a.m to Noon Visit to Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site Location: 308 Chemin du Fleuve, Coteau-du-Lac Cost: $2.50 for the visit Coffee Talk: Wednesday August 30th 2017, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Location: Casseau du fort (306 Chemin du Fleuve, Coteau-du-Lac) Individual follow-up: On request. Based on the availability of the social worker.

Location: Parrainage Civique de Vaudreuil-Soulanges or at home, according to your needs.

Contact us to register:

Natalia Westphaltel, Social Worker 36-A, Avenue Saint-Charles, Vaudreuil-Dorion (Québec) J7V 2K5 Tél. : 450 455-8986 # 225 www.parrainageciviquevs.ca

Hudson chosen as site for Ottawa River search and rescue station James Armstrong Your Local Journal

Hudson town council approved the installaĆ&#x;on of a NauĆ&#x;cal Rescue StaĆ&#x;on in the town by the federal government under the jurisdicĆ&#x;on of Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard Inshore Rescue Boat Service Program (IRB Service).

LocaĆ&#x;on and faciliĆ&#x;es An 800 square-foot building with connecĆ&#x;ons to sanitaĆ&#x;on faciliĆ&#x;es, potable water, and electricity will be constructed behind the water treatment plant on Wharf Road. It was clari ed by council that it would not be built on the snow dump lot. Crewmembers will have their own wharf installed east of the abandoned municipal wharf with a vehicle parking space nearby. Parking space for crewmembers was allocated at the back of the Jack Layton parking lot. According to the resoluĆ&#x;on read by Councillor Nicole Durand, the federal government will be funding the enĆ&#x;re project with a proposed opening in April, 2018.

Villa Wyman The lot of land intended for the construcĆ&#x;on of the proposed Villa Wyman assisted living seniors’ residence located west of Wyman Memorial United Church was oĸcially re-zoned as commercial with the amendment that only a senior housing residence as a principle usage be permiĆŠed. It is currently

PHOTO BY JAMES ARMSTRONG

The proposed dock for Hudson’s search and rescue staĆ&#x;on will be installed in the small cove between the unused municipal wharf and Jack Layton Park.

used as a parking lot accessed from Main Road through the area between the church and Stephenson Court. The church is located at 513 Main Road on a lot of land at the corner of Main Road and Selkirk Street.

Filming permiĆŠed Council approved the use of various sites in the town for the lming of an American television series Ć&#x;tled ‘The Truth about the Harry QuĂŠbert AÄŤair.’ The shoot will take place from August 29 to October 6. Resident Adrian Burke raised concerns about camera crews working at night and disrupĆ&#x;ng the lives of ciĆ&#x;zens. “We have to make sure they obey the laws of the town,â€?

he stated. Councillor Durand said the sites are located in the core of the town and residents near the locaĆ&#x;ons will be asked to sign an agreement should aĹŒer-hours lming be required. Durand also noted that about 100 people are involved in the producĆ&#x;on and will contribute to the local economy.

Appeal for Hudson elecĆ&#x;on candidates In his preamble to the meeĆ&#x;ng, Mayor Ed PrĂŠvost encouraged ciĆ&#x;zens to parĆ&#x;cipate as candidates for the posiĆ&#x;ons of mayor and councillors in the November municipal elecĆ&#x;on. “As of now, we have two candidates running for mayor and only one for council-

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changes in the September and October council meeĆ&#x;ngs.

Alan Nicol St. Lazare

When the Mayor asked the resident where he got this informaĆ&#x;on, he was told that it was obtained from ‘Access to InformaĆ&#x;on from the Town Clerk of St. Lazare.’ The words, “This is a witch huntâ€? were repeated three or four Ć&#x;mes during the exchange, but no explanaĆ&#x;on was forthcoming.

If this is a sample of the buildup to the November municipal elecĆ&#x;on, we are certainly in for some interesĆ&#x;ng ex-

“All cĆ&#x;onâ€?

Dear Editor, You really can print unsupported statements by unquali ed people in the paper with impunity. (VaudreuilSoulanges on sound nancial fooĆ&#x;ng say MNAs, Your Local Journal, July 6, page 9.)

I guess it is all cĆ&#x;on. Here is my view of it.

All levels of government are in debt.

Most of the populaĆ&#x;on is in debt. The infrastructure cannot even be maintained. What hospital? I don’t see a hospital.

Potholes cannot be xed. There is no real job creaĆ&#x;on.

Is this a new way of looking at things?

Did I miss something along the way?

My eye, “on sound nancial fooĆ&#x;ng.â€?

Regards Alan Stainforth Hudson

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lor,â€? said PrĂŠvost adding, “If you have the Ć&#x;me, quali caĆ&#x;ons, and interest to make your town that much beĆŠer, please do consider your candidacy.â€?

Although not named by the mayor, the candidates for that post are Jamie Nicholls and Bill Nash. AusĆ&#x;n Rikley-Krindle is running for the District 1 council seat.

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Get informed and help raise funds at the 2017 Walk to END PKD Stephanie O’Hanley Special Contributor

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In 2014 Miniaci-Di Leo started the Montreal chapter of the PKD FoundaƟon

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“I had miscarried four Ɵmes and aŌer I nally had my kids, the doctor, a highrisk (obstetrician/gynecologist), said we have to nd out why this happened.”

Miniaci-Di Leo underwent CT scans and MRIs, and doctors did geneƟc testing, not only on her but also on her husband. They sat the couple down and asked Miniaci-Di Leo which of her parents has PKD. “I’d never heard of this,” Miniaci-Di Leo told doctors, adding, “No, nobody has PKD! By the way, what’s PKD?” The doctors insisted a parent de nitely had

polycysƟc kidneys, “in geneƟcs we don’t make a mistake.”

She told her parents about the diagnosis and that they both needed to do a simple ultrasound to nd out if they too had cysts on their kidneys. “My mother being of the old Italian generaƟon, (said) ‘oh, no, what are you talking about?” and was skepƟcal.

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PARRYWINKLE JAMES PARRY Ah, ‘Ɵs good to be back dear readers aŌer our three-week vacaƟon here at YLJ. During which my beauƟful Sunshine and I headed on down to Trump Land. More speci cally, beauƟful York Long Beach, Maine, our summer home-away-from-home for the past 25 years. Same hotel, same room, same friends there at that Ɵme of year, great weather, and a jolly good Ɵme had by one and all.

PHOTO BY --------------MAURICE JEFFERIES FAKE NEWS DISSEMINATOR? - Some diīerences we noƟced this Ɵme around, however. Far fewer Quebec and Canadian license plates. Landmark restaurants along the immediate coastline either closed for de nite or closing earlier than in previous years.

Hotels and motels facing serious staĸng problems. The reason being, I was told by local businesspeople, is that they have found it diĸcult, if not impossible, to hire local students or young people willing to work during the summer season in a community, much like Hudson, that is considered to be full of big homes and aŋuent parents.

Ergo, a major in ux of people who are coming from Jamaica and Romania. There on a six-month travel visa, having taken out a bank loan of upwards of $3000 for the privilege and immediately payable back upon their departure presumably with interest. Some of them even working long hours and holding down two jobs with the full approval of their respecƟve employers. And respecƞul, thankful, and courteous every minute of it!

In my non-parƟsan opinion, it says a lot about Trump’s imploding immigraƟon bans, Make America Great Again campaign, and more jobs for Americans over and above coal miner promises. But then what do I know?

Sheesh, when I menƟoned to them that here in Hudson and environs young serious students were lining up in droves to work during the summer either at the local supermarket, restaurants, golf clubs, community swimming pools, gardening companies, or whatever, they almost accused me of being the disseminator of fake news. Crikey, YLJ now ranked up - or down - depending upon your perspecƟve, with Wolf Blitzer and Anderson Cooper on CNN. Go gure!

--------------AMAZING COMMUNITY - As I’ve said before and will surely say again, it’s always great to travel and discover diīerent horizons, but it’s always good to be home again. And parƟcularly this past weekend, just in Ɵme for the super two-day Hudson Street Fair. Must say I loved the comment of rstƟme visitor and new Hudsonite recently arrived from Shropshire, England, James Wood, who told me, “Wow, this is absolutely marvelous James. What an amazing community event. So many exhibitors and so many people from elsewhere discovering what a great liƩle town we live in. I’m already looking forward to next year!”

Also the launch of the magni cent and mulƟ-faceted Hudson Music FesƟval conƟnuing through this Saturday, August 12. The great gala dinner of the Cunningham’s - Whitlock Community Golf Classic - played this past June - at Whitlock Golf and Country Club with signi cant cheques being presented to three local worthwhile causes (see story on page 6). And, at the very same locaƟon just two days later, the Father Roland Demers’ golf tournament, aucƟon, and dinner raising funds for urgently needed repairs to St. Thomas Aquinas Church. (See photos on our Facebook page).

--------------BLESSING OF THE BALLS – I must say that Whitlock witnessed history in the making Monday aŌernoon when, just prior to tee-oī Ɵme and to the delight of the parƟcipants assembled below with their golf carts, Father Roland Demers appeared on the club balcony for what can only be dubbed as a most humourous and good-natured Blessing of the Balls. I’m sure you could have heard the applause and laughter at the furthest hole!

And what a round of applause there was when at the end of the evening, aƩended by many special guests - including Bishop Noël Simard of the Diocese of Valley eld, Vaudreuil-Soulanges, MP Peter SchieŅe, literally just returned from represenƟng Prime Minister JusƟn Trudeau at a conference in Uganda, Rigaud Mayor Hans Gruenwald, and St. Lazare Mayor Robert Grimaudo - when aucƟoneer Michael Lawrence announced in his inimitable style PHOTO BY SONIA LA RONDE that over $60,000 had been With the help of Whitlock member Dave raised and sƟll counƟng!

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Continued from page 6 This year, over $35,000 was raised bringing the total to date to over $135,000 and the bene ciaries this Ɵme around were the Kidney FoundaƟon of Canada in the amount of $17,000 and gratefully accepted by Patrick Marais and Chris Gobeil, Hudson’s Le Pont/ Bridging food bank which was represented by Anik St. Germain and which received $5,000, and the Western Patriots Football AssociaƟon that supports underprivileged youngsters in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region presented to Dan Wilson and also to the tune of $5,000. The balance is being held in reserve to help them in cases of emergency that may arise in the coming months.

And what a magni cent evening it was complete with a scrumpƟous buffet. With some very special guests from the sports world including - and welcomed with a sustained standing ovaƟon - former Habs Stanley Cup-winning coach and now Senator Jacques Demers making one of his rare public appearances since suīering a stroke last year.

Also fellow Senator Larry Smith, a for-

Hudson

Continued from page 7 Urban planning projects Council approved in principle the plan for the Willowbrook residenƟal development project presented to the Town Planning Advisory CommiƩee (TPAC) by George Ellerbeck. Located on a piece of property bordered by Léger Street, Parsons Road and the railroad tracks, the project meets the housing density requirements for that area of the town. The resoluƟon sƟpulated a list of condiƟons that must be met before subdivision of the lots could begin including an approved infrastructure plan for all municipal services.

Water Advisory CommiƩee Council approved the creaƟon and appointment of a Water Advisory CommiƩee to deal with the ongoing problems with the town’s potable water supply. To date, the Infrastructure CommiƩee has been dealing with these issues and will report on their progress at a special meeƟng Tuesday, September

mer running back with the Montreal AloueƩes for nine seasons, as well as NHL players current and past including MaƩ Lombardi, P.J. Stock, and Wally Weir. Also local arƟst, Hilary RavenscroŌ Ford, whose original painƟng portrait of Jacques Demers created speci cally for the evening will be on permanent display at Whitlock.

A big bravo to the organizing commiƩee comprising Jim Beauchamp, owner of Cunninghams Pub, and Graham Dorcas who rst came up with the idea seven years ago, Keith Dugas, Dion Cochrane, twins Erika and Kristen Wilken, and Whitlock’s Community Development Team Leader, ScoƩ Crowder, who told Your Local Journal, “Instead of a dinner immediately aŌer the actual tournament, we decided to invite business leaders, sponsors and everyone involved for a special evening, to beƩer get to know one another and perhaps come up with more ideas as to how, working together in the future, we can also help the community and make a posiƟve change in the lives of people in need.”

See more photos on YLJ’s Facebook page.

5, at 6:30 p.m. followed by the town council meeƟng.

“Ideally, the commiƩee will be made up of a town councillor, an employee in charge of water works, and a minimum of two ciƟzens,” said Councillor Ron Goldenberg. The commiƩee would be mandated to deal with the immediate water supply problems and soluƟons as well as the long-term soluƟon of using the OƩawa River as a source of our potable water.

Willow Inn change of zoning request Council responded favourably to a request by the new owners of the Willow Inn for a change in zoning from residenƟal to commercial by authorizing the town administraƟon to engage the services of a specialized urban planning rm to begin the process. The request noted that the residenƟal designaƟon exists with acquired rights but re-zoning as a commercial property is long overdue. The change in zoning would also allow for the construcƟon of a conference building near the inn and necessitate the extension of the municipal sewer line to that area.

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Theatre Panache’s upcoming producƟon of Phoebe’s GiŌ by Bonnie Laing is oīering a choice of a catered lunch or dinner to enjoy while you take in the period-piece producƟon.

“It’s about 90 minutes long and we are going to have the meal followed by the rst act, then dessert followed by act two,” said Heather Markgraf-Lowe, arƟsƟc director of Theatre Panache.

Phoebe Hyde and Greenwood Centre for Living History The main character of Laing’s play is Phoebe Hyde who, upon her demise in 1994, donated her family home known as Greenwood to become a living history museum. “The play is based on a lot of research done by Bonnie Laing,” said Markgraf-Lowe. Director Mary Vuorela concurred. “She (Hyde) kept all her leƩers and diaries, travel diaries and Greenwood was her home.”

Irene Osprey portrays Phoebe Nobbs MacKellar Hyde, a memorable, mulƟfaceted woman born in 1910, in this producƟon.

“I’m the constant in the play. I’m always talking,” said Osprey with a laugh.

“The others are always changing and they have to do it quickly.” Indeed, the rest of the cast, David Anderson, Susan Gilmore, KaƟe McIninch and John Sheridan play a mulƟtude of characters such as her family members, friends and the gardener, who were an important part of her life.

“There’s a lot of comedy and fun in the play,” said Vuorela. “There are a couple of over the top characters,” said Gilmore.

“It’s theatre about real people,” said Sheridan noƟng they are individuals well known to many in the area. Hyde was an actor in her own right having studied at the Royal Academy of DramaƟc Art (RADA) in London, England. “She was very creaƟve. She started theatre on the lawn at Greenwood,” said Sheridan.

“My job was to focus on the play,” said Vuorela adding there are costumes for this producƟon but no sets.

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We’re halfway through the month, but it’s not too late to observe the two most important astronomical events of the year: The Perseid meteor shower and the parƟal solar eclipse.

Perseid Meteor Shower (peaks August 12) Chances are you’ve already seen a few shooƟng stars streak by at night over the past few days. The Perseid meteor shower actually takes place over several days, but its peak (i.e., the moment when you can see the greatest number of meteors per hour) occurs August 12.

Meteor showers come from debris elds leŌ behind by comets in the path of Earth. When Earth passes through those debris, the parƟcles burn up in our upper atmosphere, creaƟng beauƟful streaks of light. Meteor showers are named aŌer the constellaƟons from which they seem to radiate. The Perseid meteors radiate from the constellaƟon Perseus, but they can appear anywhere in the sky.

The Perseid meteor shower is probably the most popular event of its kind.

Typically, around 80 meteors per hour can be seen during the shower, but some years have seen outbursts of up to 200 meteors per hour (like last year).

The 2017 Perseid meteor shower will peak around 1 p.m. on August 12, which means that the previous and the following evenings will be the best moments to see meteors.

You can probably see the meteors from your backyard if there are not too many street and porch lights on. If you’d rather join a group of other amateur astronomers, you can aƩend the public stargazing party hosted by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada at the Morgan Arboretum in SainteAnne-de-Bellevue. The event starts at 7:30 p.m. with a quick lecture followed by an evening of star – and meteor – gazing.

ParƟal solar eclipse (August 21) You would have to travel to the USA in order to observe this spectacular total solar eclipse. The path of the eclipse will be a narrow one that will sweep across a number of states, from Oregon to South Carolina. While we will not be as lucky as our American neighbours, we will sƟll be able to observe a parƟal solar eclipse from our laƟtude.

Luckily, our region is one of the best areas in Quebec to view the parƟal solar eclipse. Approximately 60 per cent of the sun’s surface will be covered by the moon. The eclipse will begin around 1:21 p.m. and end around 3:50 p.m.

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The ConstellaƟon Perseus rising in the north-east late in the August 12 night sky. The Perseid meteors radiate from the constellaƟon Perseus, but they can appear anywhere in the sky (image generated on SkySafari 5 for the iPad — see www.skysafariastronomy.com).

need to take all necessary precauƟons if you intend to watch the eclipse. Every Ɵme an eclipse occurs, numerous people end up being blinded because they relied on unsafe observaƟon methods and equipment.

One of the best and safest ways to observe the eclipse will be to aƩend special events organized by quali ed organizaƟons, such as the one that will be held at the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium in Montreal (visit espacepourlavie. ca/en/august-21-2017-solar-eclipse for details). If you’d rather observe it on your own, make sure you use only proven, safe observaƟon methods and equipment. You can visit the sun ob-

servaƟon page maintained by the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium (espacepourlavie.ca/en/how-safely-observe-sun) to learn how to observe the eclipse safely and how to craŌ very simple yet safe observing equipment. Personally, I do not trust any direct method of observaƟon, regardless of the quality or calibre of the equipment used. The safest way to observe a solar eclipse is by using a projecƟon method, and the page listed above explains how you can make your own makeshiŌ projecƟon system, most notably the pinhole projecƟon method using equipment that you can build out of an empty shoebox, a piece of aluminum foil and a white index card.

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Welcome to the neighbourhood www.ville.vaudreuil-dorion.qc.ca

Vaudreuil-Dorion Vaudreuil-Dorion is conveniently located just west of the Island of Montreal, bordered by the OƩawa River, Lake of Two Mountains, Cana.dian NaƟonal Railway and Canadian Paci c Railway, and Highways 20, 30 and 40. A vibrant city with a populaƟon of 38,021 residents, there are many residenƟal projects, quality jobs and numerous shopping areas. More than 50 equipped parks, several sports faciliƟes (arenas, swimming pools, skateboard parks, tennis, soccer, beach volleyball, baseball, etc.), not to menƟon the syntheƟc soccer eld and the Centre MulƟsports, the largest sports centre in the region.

The city’s municipal library is open seven days a week, oīering a lively environment and acƟviƟes, evening meeƟngs, and exhibiƟons. Quality cultural attracƟons include the Heritage buildings, Ciné-club La Boîte Lumineuse, Maison Félix-Leclerc, the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Regional Museum, historic Maison Trestler, a genealogy society and an archaeology society, to name a few. Many community events include the FesƟval de la Cirque, Mozaïk Parade, Les Seigneuriales, La Grande Vadrouille, O Tour de Félix, Trestler Fest, and the Christmas Market.

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Vaudreuil-Dorion

Vaudreuil-Dorion oīers many private daycares, nine primary schools, as well as a choice of secondary Continued from page 14 schools, a vocaƟonal training centre, adult educaƟon and university programs. For transportaƟon, the city has the Le Conseil intermunicipal de transport (CIT) de La Presqu’Île buses, and two train staƟons in the direcƟon of Montréal.

On November 23, 1702, the governor of New France, Louis-Hector de Callière, gave a seigneury to Philippe de Vaudreuil, who was governor of Montreal at the Ɵme.

Rigaud de Vaudreuil later became governor of New France. In 1725, the region had only 38 inhabitants. Around 1742 people began to be interested in the region and Vaudreuil’s populaƟon rose. About 380 people lived in Vaudreuil in 1765. With the creaƟon of the Grand Trunk Railway, people began to move to Dorion, which became a village in 1891. The two towns merged to form Vaudreuil-Dorion in 1994.

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Welcome to the neighbourhood www.hudson.quebec Hudson Hudson is a charming municipality within the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region.

ExisƟng since the early part of the 19th century, the Town of Hudson was founded in June, 1969, by merging the villages of Hudson, Hudson Heights, and Como. Hudson is known for its large, turn-of-the century houses, many of which border the Lake of Two Mountains. A ferry from Hudson takes cars across the lake two kilometres across the OƩawa River to the village of Oka during the spring, summer, and fall. Hudson is near the edge of suburban Montreal to the east, but is also surrounded by substanƟal farming and forest areas to the west. Large lot sizes, enforced by town by-laws, contribute to the relaƟvely large number of trees in the residenƟal areas. The town is largely upper middle class and includes professionals, arƟsts and arƟsans, corporate execuƟves, and a wide variety of entrepreneurs as residents. There are some 140 businesses in town, 50 per cent of which are of an arts and craŌs nature. A commuter train to Montreal (Vaudreuil-Hudson Line) stops in Hudson once per weekday in either direcƟon. The town is also served by the 21 bus from the CIT La Presqu’Île.

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Welcome to the neighbourhood www.hudson.quebec www.ile-perrot.qc.ca

Hudson & L’Île Perrot

The mission of Ville de l’Île-Perrot is to provide a quality of life for all ciƟzens.

To do this, it strives to provide equipment and infrastructure in good condiƟon, ensure sound management of municipal services, guarantee services at the lowest possible cost, nurture its territory to ensure a harmonious and sustainable development, provide quality customer service, and work to promote a quality of life for all communiƟes. It was in 1947 that the rst division of Île-Perrot took place. The southern part of the island became ‘Notre-Dame-de-L’Île-Perrot’, and the northern part ‘Ile-Perrot Nord.’ Then in 1949, the ‘Village of Pincourt’ was created in the western porƟon of the island and nally the municipality of ‘Terrasse-Vaudreuil’ was born in 1954 in the northern part of the island. In 1955, ÎlePerrot Nord asked for its incorporaƟon and became part of ‘Ville de L’Île-Perrot.’

In 1962, populaƟon growth necessitated improved infrastructure including aqueduct, sewers, and construcƟon of water ltraƟon and puri caƟon plants. The Paul-Émile-Lépine community centre was built to serve as the recreaƟon department and the current municipal library was built in 2003.

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The town of Saint-Lazare is comprised of a number of neighbourhood sectors including Saddlebrook, Cedarbrook, Sunnybrook, Chanterel, Forest Hill, and Maple Ridge. The town is graced by signi cant public funding for its ambiƟous recreaƟonal projects. Bédard Park in the centre of the town is a relaƟvely large family space equipped with a small water park, a grass eld, three baseball diamonds, basketball nets, and tennis courts. In the winter two hockey rinks and an ice skaƟng oval are added. The park hosts several events throughout the year, among the biggest of which is the annual Saint-Jean-BapƟste fesƟval. A sports centre was opened to the public in 2006 which is host to an indoor soccer turf and hockey rink. Areas surrounding Saint-Lazare are dedicated to equestrian horse riding, including sancƟoned trails that ow through wooded forests and nearby lakes in the region.

The town has one of the largest populaƟons of horses, approximately 3,500 with many residenƟal properƟes fully dedicated to breeding and horse training.

All-terrain vehicles (ATV) are welcomed with an oĸcially designated trail, which runs between Saint-Lazare and the nearby town of Rigaud. The trails are open in all four seasons, and groomed in the winter.

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Welcome to the neighbourhood www.ville.saint-lazare.qc.ca Saint-Lazare Saint-Lazare

A new elementary school, Forest Hill Senior, was opened in 2006. Several high schools in the surrounding area provide Continued from page 18 secondary educaƟon to the region’s growing young populaƟon.

Saint-Lazare is graced by signi cant public funding for its ambiƟous recreaƟonal projects. Bedard Park in the centre of the town is a relaƟvely large park equipped with a small water park, a grass eld, three baseball diamonds, and tennis courts.

In the winter two hockey rinks and an ice skaƟng oval are added. The park hosts several events throughout the year, among the biggest of which is the annual St-Jean-BapƟste fesƟval. Another large, mulƟ-use park is called Le Parc nature les ForesƟers de Saint-Lazare (2800 Chemin Lotbinière, Saint-Lazare). It is a 4-season park, with an outdoor pool, trails for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and picnic areas. Other parks in Saint-Lazare are scaƩered among the small subdivisions throughout the municipality. The town has one of the largest populaƟons of horses, approximately 3,500 with many residenƟal properƟes fully dedicated to breeding and horse training.

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Welcome to the neighbourhood Surrounding Areas Hawkesbury is a town in Eastern Ontario, Canada, on the OƩawa River, near the Quebec-Ontario border. The Long-Sault Bridge links it to Grenville, Quebec, to the north. It is located 25 km west of Lachute, Quebec. Rigaud is located at the juncƟon of the OƩawa River and Rigaud River. The populaƟon as of the Canada 2011 Census was 7,346. The town was named for Pierre François de Rigaud, Marquis de Vaudreuil-Cavagnal, the last governor of New France. Rigaud is home to Mont Rigaud, where hikes in nature are taken during the warmer months and skiing down the hill in the winterƟme is a fun acƟvity. Vankleek Hill is an agricultural based community, and sƟll retains many of the buildings and structures which were present during the 1890s. This is re ected in the fact that Vankleek Hill is the Gingerbread capital of Ontario. It exhibits examples of Victorian-era houses which sƟll boast the original wooden gingerbread ornamentaƟon, which is why it was given the “Gingerbread capital of Ontario” name. All visitors are encouraged to walk through the streets of the historical part of town which captures those moments in history.

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Welcome to the neighbourhood ville.valleyfield.qc.ca Valleyfield The city has been the site of the Valley eld RegaƩas since 1938. The event takes place every year at the beginning of July over a three-day period in the heart of the city on Bay Saint-François. The RegaƩa is an internaƟonal boat race, where hydroplanes (planes without wings) can achieve speeds of up to 225 km/h. AƩracƟng over 130,000 visitors per year, it is a great weekend of thrilling hydroplane races, dinners, parƟes, and outdoor concerts featuring renowned Quebec arƟsts, capped oī by a reworks show. For young families, there are nine daycare faciliƟes, three pre-kindergarten centres, 12 elementary schools (some with daycare services), one English-language elementary school, two high schools, one adult educaƟon centre, two vocaƟonal training centres, and one CEGEP Collège de Valley eld.

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THINGS TO SEE AND DO To submit your â&#x20AC;&#x153;Things to See and Doâ&#x20AC;?, send your information to editor@yourlocaljournal. ca before Tuesday noon. All announcements should include dates, times and addresses.

Publishing priority will be given to free events, non-proďŹ t, and community based groups.

HUDSON On Sunday, August 13 at 1 p.m., the newly renovated War Memorial Cenotaph at the Hudson Legion Br. #115, 56 Beach Road, will be rededicated during a special ceremony. This cenotaph is the only such monument to those who have served our country in Ć&#x;mes of war and peacekeeping in the MRC of Vaudreuil-Soulanges. There will be a special short service beginning at 1 p.m. followed by the laying of memorial wreaths and a couple of speeches and prayers. A recepĆ&#x;on will follow inside the branch. If you are a Legionnaire, Veteran or a serving member of the Canadian Armed Forces we ask that you wear your uniform with medals. For any quesĆ&#x;ons, please do not hesitate to contact the Legion at (450) 458-4882.

PINCOURT CASCA Vaudreuil-Dorion will be holding a cat adopĆ&#x;on day Saturday, August 12, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., at Faubourg de lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ă&#x17D;le Shopping Centre, 101 Cardinal-LĂŠger Blvd. For informaĆ&#x;on regarding our adopĆ&#x;on days, contact cascavaudreuil@ outlook.com or visit our website at www.cascaorg.ca. Please note that adopĆ&#x;on fees are requested to help us with our vet bills and other costs associated with the wellbeing of the cats under our care.

STE. ANNE DE BELLEVUE The Sainte-Anne Singers, an a

cappella chamber choir, are looking for a baritone or bass for the upcoming season starĆ&#x;ng in September 2017. Candidates must have a good ear, choral experience, some ability to read music, and the desire to excel in ensemble singing. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings in Sainte-Annede-Bellevue from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Please email mkeenan@videotron. ca or call (514) 457-9149 to arrange an audiĆ&#x;on. For more informaĆ&#x;on, visit www.sainteannesingers.org.

FURTHER AFIELD The second annual Expo Ensemble Hemmingford Together (EHT) event takes place August 11 to 13 at the Hemmingford RecreaĆ&#x;on Centre, 550 GoyeĆŠe Street, Hemmingford.

On August 11, at 8 p.m. our favourite band, the 4Banger, will be kicking oÄŤ the fesĆ&#x;viĆ&#x;es with their great music. The main event is on August 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Among the more than 60 presenters you can discover merchants, non-pro t organizaĆ&#x;ons, arĆ&#x;sts, and craĹ&#x152;s people who will share their products, knowledge, and experiences. Food and beverages are available onsite, and other acĆ&#x;viĆ&#x;es are also planned for the day, for all age groups. To conclude the weekend on a cultural note, Shakespeare in the Park will be performing Much Ado About Nothing at 7pm. Bring your family, friends and neighbours to this unforgeĆŠable event. For further info, please contact Susan Fisch at (514) 819-8120 or by email at angelhaven@ca.inter. net.

Hudson AVIS PUBLIC

Recognition of ownership Second notice

AVIS PUBLIC est donnĂŠ que la Ville dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hudson entend se prĂŠvaloir des dispositions de lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;article 72 de la Loi sur les compĂŠtences municipales afin de devenir propriĂŠtaire des rues plus amplement dĂŠcrites dans la description sommaire contenue au prĂŠsent avis, ouvertes Ă la circulation publique depuis au moins 10 ans.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Town of Hudson intends to avail itself of the provisions of Article 72 of the Municipal Powers Act and become the owner of the following streets, described further in the summary description contained in the present notice, which have been open to public circulation for at least 10 years.

Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;article 72 de la Loi sur les compĂŠtences municipales se lit comme suit :

Municipal Powers Act Article 72 can be read as follows:

72. Toute voie ouverte Ă la circulation publique depuis au moins 10 ans devient propriĂŠtĂŠ de la municipalitĂŠ locale dès que sont accomplies les formalitĂŠs prĂŠvues au prĂŠsent alinĂŠa, soit: 1° la municipalitĂŠ adopte une rĂŠsolution identifiant la voie concernĂŠe, soit par sa dĂŠsignation cadastrale lorsque son assiette correspond Ă celle dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;un ou de plusieurs lots entiers du cadastre en vigueur, soit, dans le cas contraire, par une description technique prĂŠparĂŠe par un arpenteur-gĂŠomètre; 2° le cas ĂŠchĂŠant, une copie de la description technique, vidimĂŠe par un arpenteur-gĂŠomètre, est dĂŠposĂŠe au bureau de la municipalitĂŠ; 3° la municipalitĂŠ fait publier deux fois, dans un journal diffusĂŠ sur son territoire, un avis contenant: a) le texte intĂŠgral du prĂŠsent article; b) une description sommaire de la voie concernĂŠe; c) une dĂŠclaration prĂŠcisant que les formalitĂŠs prĂŠvues aux paragraphes 1° et 2° ont ĂŠtĂŠ accomplies.

La deuxième publication doit être faite après le soixantième et au plus tard le 90e jour qui suit la première.

Lorsquâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;une immatriculation est requise par la loi, la municipalitĂŠ soumet, au ministre responsable du cadastre, un plan cadastral montrant la voie devenue sa propriĂŠtĂŠ par lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;effet du prĂŠsent article, ainsi que la partie rĂŠsiduelle. Elle doit, en outre, notifier ce dĂŠpĂ´t Ă toute personne qui a fait inscrire son adresse sur le registre foncier, mais le consentement des crĂŠanciers et du bĂŠnĂŠficiaire dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;une dĂŠclaration de rĂŠsidence familiale nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;est pas requis pour lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;obtention de la nouvelle numĂŠrotation cadastrale.

La municipalitĂŠ publie au registre foncier une dĂŠclaration faisant rĂŠfĂŠrence au prĂŠsent article, comportant la dĂŠsignation cadastrale du terrain visĂŠ et indiquant que les formalitĂŠs prĂŠvues aux trois premiers alinĂŠas ont ĂŠtĂŠ accomplies.

Tout droit relatif Ă la propriĂŠtĂŠ du fonds de la voie visĂŠe auquel un tiers pourrait prĂŠtendre est prescrit si le recours appropriĂŠ nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;est pas exercĂŠ devant le tribunal compĂŠtent dans les trois ans qui suivent la dernière publication prĂŠvue au paragraphe 3° du premier alinĂŠa.

La municipalitĂŠ ne peut se prĂŠvaloir du prĂŠsent article Ă lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ĂŠgard dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;une voie sur laquelle elle a prĂŠlevĂŠ une taxe au cours des 10 annĂŠes prĂŠcĂŠdentes.

72. A road open to public traffic for 10 years or more becomes the property of the local municipality upon the observance of the following formalities prescribed by this paragraph: (1) the municipality adopts a resolution identifying the road concerned, either by its cadastral designation if the site of the road corresponds to that of one or more whole lots of the cadastre in force or, otherwise, by a technical description prepared by a land surveyor; (2) if applicable, a copy of the technical description, certified by a land surveyor, is filed with the office of the municipality; and (3) the municipality has a notice published twice in a newspaper in its territory. The notice must contain (a) the full text of this section; (b) a summary description of the road concerned; (c) a declaration that the formalities prescribed by subparagraphs (1) and (2) have been observed.

The second publication must be made after the 60th and not later than the 90th day following the first.

If registration is required by law, the municipality submits to the minister responsible for the cadastre a cadastral plan showing both the part of the road that has become its property because of this section and the remaining part. In addition, the municipality must give notice of the deposit to any person whose address has been registered in the land register, but the consent of the creditors or the beneficiary of a declaration of family residence is not required in order to obtain the new cadastral numbering.

The municipality publishes in the land register a statement referring to this section that includes the cadastral description of the land concerned and states that the formalities prescribed in the first three paragraphs have been observed.

A right that third parties might claim to the ownership of the site of the road in question is prescribed unless the appropriate recourse is exercised before the competent court within three years after the last publication prescribed in subparagraph (3) of the first paragraph.

The municipality cannot apply this section to a road on which it has levied a tax within the preceding 10 years.

DESCRIPTION SOMMAIRE DES RUES CONCERNĂ&#x2030;ES PAR LE PRĂ&#x2030;SENT AVIS :

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF THE ROADS CONCERNED BY THE PRESENT NOTICE:

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Hudson AVIS PUBLIC

PUBLIC NOTICE

ENTRĂ&#x2030;E EN VIGUEUR

COMING INTO FORCE

RĂ&#x2C6;GLEMENT 687-2017 (Règl. Emprunt 555 000 $)

BY-LAW 687-2017 ($555,000 loan By-Law)

Est, par les prĂŠsentes, donnĂŠ de ce qui suit :

Is hereby given of the following:

Lors de la sĂŠance ordinaire du Conseil de la Ville dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hudson, tenue au Centre communautaire, le 1er mai 2017, le règlement suivant fut prĂŠsentĂŠ et adoptĂŠ:

At the regular meeting of the Council of the Town of Hudson held at the Community Centre, on May 1st, 2017, the following by-law was presented and approved:

RĂ&#x2C6;GLEMENT DĂ&#x2030;CRĂ&#x2030;TANT UNE DĂ&#x2030;PENSE DE 555 000 $ ET UN EMPRUNT DE 555 000 $ POUR DES TRAVAUX DE RĂ&#x2030;NOVATION AU CENTRE COMMUNAUTAIRE

BY-LAW 687-2017 TO PROVIDE FOR A LOAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $555,000 AND AN EXPENDITURE OF $555,000 FOR RENOVATIONS TO THE COMMUNITY CENTRE

Ce règlement a reçu lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;approbation du Ministère des Affaires municipales et de lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Occupation du territoire le 2 aoĂťt 2017.

This by-law received the approval of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ministère des Affaires municipals et de lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Occupation du territoireâ&#x20AC;? on August 2nd, 2017.

This by-law comes into force in accordance to the Law.

Ce règlement entre en vigueur conformĂŠment Ă la Loi. La rĂŠvision de ce règlement peut ĂŞtre faite Ă lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;HĂ´tel de Ville, 481 Main, Hudson, durant les heures dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ĂŠtĂŠ qui sont de 08h00 Ă 16h30, du lundi au jeudi et de 8h00 Ă 12h00 (midi) le vendredi.

This by-law may be reviewed at the Town Hall, 481 Main, Hudson, during summer working hours which are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from Monday to Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 (noon) on Fridays.

DonnĂŠ Ă Hudson Le 10 aoĂťt 2017.

Given at Hudson On August 10, 2017.

Diane Duhaime GreďŹ&#x192;er Adjoint / Assistant Town Clerk

PUBLIC NOTICE

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Les formalitĂŠs prĂŠvues aux paragraphes 1° et 2° de lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;article 72 de la Loi sur les compĂŠtences municipales ont ĂŠtĂŠ accomplies.

Le conseil municipal de la Ville dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hudson a adoptĂŠ, lors de sa sĂŠance ordinaire du 1er mai 2017, la rĂŠsolution no R201705-76 identifiant les numĂŠros de lots des rues concernĂŠes. Ă&#x20AC; noter que cette description sommaire est dĂŠposĂŠe au Service du greffe, Ă lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;hĂ´tel de ville, Ă compter de ce jour oĂš les citoyens intĂŠressĂŠs peuvent en prendre connaissance durant les heures normales dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;affaires.

The formalities provided for in paragraphs (1) and (2) of Article 72 of the Municipal Powers Act, have been fulfilled.

Under resolution No. R2017-05-76, adopted at the regular sitting of May 1st, 2017, the Town Council approved the lot numbers of the concerned roads. Please note that this Summary description can be reviewed as of this day at the Town Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office at the Town Hall, during normal office hours.

DonnĂŠ Ă Hudson Le 10 aoĂťt 2017.

Given at Hudson On August 10th, 2017.

Diane Duhaime GreďŹ&#x192;er Adjoint / Assistant Town Clerk Thursday, August 10, 2017

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Legion News This Friday’s dinner is sold out so the next one coming up will be Steak on the BBQ August 25. Please call the legion at (450) 458-4882 to reserve your spot.

The great weather lately has made the Farmer’s Market on Thursdays a popular spot. Drop by and support our local farmers and the legion at the same Ɵme. Moe, Gerry, and Mike are once again doing a great job.

Please mark your calendars for this coming Sunday, August 13, at 1 p.m.

That is when we will be rededicaƟng the cenotaph and unveiling the new

Place Vimy sign and the 19 memorial plaques on the posts that surround the cenotaph as well as the three new bronze plaques that will be aƩached to the monument. Various dignitaries from the region (federal, provincial, and municipal), serving military personnel, representaƟves from District 6 Legions and, of course, local ciƟzens and legionnaires will be present for this very special unveiling. A recepƟon will follow inside our legion branch at 56 Beach Road.

We are sƟll accepƟng donaƟons to nalize the memorial’s costs. Your

donaƟons can be leŌ oī at the legion bar. A special plaque honouring all those who have donated over $50 will be placed in the legion someƟme this fall.

This past week the former interim minister at St. James Anglican Church in Hudson, Lt. Commander Padre Carol Bateman now staƟoned at Camp Bordon, was promoted to Commander Padre Carol Batemen at

a special ceremony. She will soon be transferred to a new posƟng in Toronto. CongratulaƟons Commander Bateman from all your comrades at Hudson Legion Br. #115.

Our sincere condolences go out to the Moīat family of Hudson in the passing of David Moīat this past Saturday at the Ste. Anne’s Veterans Hospital.

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CLASSIFIEDS SECTIONS 100- For Sale 125- For Rent 150- Services

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100 - FOR SALE Dry Firewood. Stacking and kindling available. Very reasonable. Dan: 514-291-1068 River Rock – best price guaranteed! Delivery and/or installation available. 514-4587496 Tires on rim. 4 Michelin P195/70R14. Like new - $200. 4 Motomaster P215/60R15.

10% used - $150. 450-458-5514 (170817) ANTIQUE PINE BANC LIT, MASSIVE PINE BOARDS,18”-22” WIDE, HAND FORGED HINGES & HOOKS,72” LONG, $2,300. MOVING. EMAIL sergeharrison2@gmail.com FOR PHOTOS & INFORMATION. THANKS (170810) Phantom of the Opera tickets at Place des Arts, Saturday, October 14, 2:00pm. Two seats, front row centre balcony. Having surgery and cannot go. Actual cost is $113.25 each x 2 = $226.50 total. 450-458-1885 (170817) 2 Keith Urban Concert Tickets. This Saturday, August 12, 8:00pm. Ripcord World Tour, Bell Centre Montreal. Red Level, Section 118, Row L. Almost dead centre to the stage. $89.50 each (actual value) $180 for both. Can meet you for ticket exchange 514-569-1644 (170810)

125 - FOR RENT New 4½ condo for rent, Hudson, hardwood floors, granite counters, dishwasher, indoor parking, available immediately, $1300/month. 4½ nouveau condo à louer, Hudson, planchers bois franc, comptoirs de granite, stationnement intérieur, libre immédiatement, 1300$/mois, 514-9848081, 819-425-4483, nancy@vertdeveloppement.com (170824) “MAN WITH A VAN” MOVING. Whole house. Small moves, too! Quebec/Local/ Ontario. Experienced/Equipped. Please leave a message 514-605-3868 MIKE THE MOVING MAN. Marie Gauvin, Acupuncture / Tracy Eades, Osteopath / Jocelyne Talec, Osteopath. Formerly working at the Centre de Santé Louisa Burns in Rigaud, they continue to offer their health care services within the community and can now be reached at 514-400-1808 (170824) Renovate and restore your decks, screened-in porches, gazebos, sheds & pergolas before the big freeze! Siding, framing, gyproc, floors, stairs and basements. Free estimates and plans. RBQ 5688-2244-01. Jonathan 514-402-9223 Semi-basement 2 bedroom apartment in the heart of Hudson. $750/month. No pets.

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Jacques Harvey Piano School. Experienced, qualified teacher offers piano lessons to beginners or advanced students. Children and adults are welcome. Call 450-455-1544.

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Call Colin: 514-850-9948 William Services. Windows & gutters cleaning. Cedar hedge trimming and planting. Wood, steel and electric horse fences, landscaping. Call William 514-983-8474 Handyman/Contractor, reliable, 20 years experience. Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, cement work/repairs, decks.

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Discounts for future contracts. Derek 514898-4392 (170810) ¿Moving? All jobs. Reliable, reasonable, fully equipped. Local and Ontario, Maritimes, USA. 35 yrs experience. Call Bill or Ryan 514-457-2063. **MTL LANDSCAPING** - Grass Cutting & Leaf Clean up. Hedge, Shrub & Tree Trimming. Punctual & Reliable. Myles Truax 514-929-3315 (170817) Piano Lessons by well-liked, experienced female teacher. McGill graduate. Classical, traditional and fun music. All ages and adults. Call Bennedikte 514-912-0145 (170907)

Victor Landscaping – Pavé Uni – Mini Excavation – Sodding – General Landscaping – 514-458-7496 - victorlandscaping.net Registered Gun Smith. We buy new and used guns, restricted and non-restricted.

514-453-5018 Hedge and shrub trimming and planting, tree pruning and removal, stump grinding, gardening, yard clean-up. Grass cutting and sod. All exterior maintenance and general landscaping. Sean 514-9919674 SINGING LESSONS. Private or SemiPrivate. In my home (St-Lazare). Sing the songs you love! Call Morgan. 514-6071308 References available.

All your indoor and outdoor painting needs including power washing and gutter cleaning. Specializing in pre-sale touch-ups.

Seniors discounts available. Stefan 514-9721435 or Mike 514-453-4541 (171026) Lawn Maintenance business: Hedge trimming, lawn cutting contracts, landscaping, sodding, spring clean-up, trim bushes, trees. Good rates. Call 514-8845959 (170817)

Central Vacuum and Canister Vacuum Cleaners. Sales and repair of all brands.

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

175 - WANTED $ Buy car for scrap. Running or not, 24/7. www.scrapvehicule.com Call 514-951-4203 A Military Collector looking for medals, flags, swords, uniforms, documents, helmets, hats, all related war memorabilia WWI, WWII, Canadian/German or others.

Antiques, collectibles, aviation, nautical, coins, badges, maps, signs. Please contact Patrick 450-458-4319, patrick148@ca.inter. net, 2760A Côte St-Charles, St-Lazare, Reni Decors (171116) Wanted: Very old Soda/Soft Drink Bottles from Montreal and local areas. Leroux, Radio, Caledonia Springs, etc. 514-449-4969 (170810)

200 – CAREERS/EMPLOYMENT Expanding rope manufacturer with multiple full-time positions open in production, shipping/receiving and splicing.

Wages based on position and experience.

Located on the Ontario/Quebec border. Send CV’s to nsnow@atlanticbraids. com or call Nick at 613-674-2728. www. atlanticbraids.com (170810) Drivers and Owner Operators wanted.

We are currently looking for both drivers and O/O’s that have experience with stepdeck & flatbed units. Runs across the USA. New employees are entitled to a signing bonus. Contact ryan@viavic.com for details! (170810) Looking for a Teacher Assistant for lunch time coverage. Your main responsibility will be to supervise young children during their daily rest period. At times you may be offered the opportunity to work alongside an educator in a classroom. treehouse@ qc.aira.com, 450-458-2334 (170817)

Looking for young female 21 years old and over to work part-time in my garden in St. Lazare. Must be available from now until mid-September. Good salary. Call Rachel 450-424-8374 (170810)

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RIGAUD / POINTE-FORTUNE AREA. 500,000 sq. ft. of zoned residential waterfront land for sale (in a non-flood zone).

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

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

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

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1996 Honda Civic Si with multiple modifications: JDA B16A SIR II, cams, Exedy clutch, JDM ITR S80 LSD trans. w/short shift, ureMercedes CLK 320 - 1999 - Convertible, Sil- thane engine mounts, Sparco quick release ver. 208,000 KM. $6,900. Call 514-216-9217. steering wheel, Sparco seats w/Willans 4 pt. harness, Neuspeed sport springs w/Koni front Chevrolet Malibu LS sedan 2013 top con- shocks, frt/rear strut bars, stainless brake dition, 77,175 kms, OnStar feature, 2 sets of lines and much more. $6500 or best offer. tires on rims with steel mags. $10,950. 450- 514-979-1603 458-0527 1992 Lincoln 192,000 km. V-8 auto, fully equipped, used for weddings, second owner, electric roof. Invested $12,000. Must sell (illness) $1250 Cash. 514-453-7468

2009 White Saturn Outlook, 8 passenger, 120,000kms, good condition, $9500. 438-8788587

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

MG Midget MkII 1964 Red. 120,700kms, 1098cc, 1 litre, 56Hp, 4 cylinder. Hard and soft top, 4 new tires, new battery and suspension blades, tape player. A pleasure to drive and in very good condition. Ready for summer. $10,500. 514-528-8703

In Memoriam

David O. Moffatt November 19, 1926 - August 5, 2017

We have lost a kind-hearted gentle man.

David passed away peacefully at Ste-Anne’s Veterans Hospital.

David was caring, quiet and thoughtful for all who knew him.

David loved nature, animals, gardening, golf and cross country skiing with his friend Neil.

Most of all he loved his family and his sister Ruby.

Dad is with the angels now.

David leaves behind his wife Florence of 65 years, his sons Bruce, Keith (Agnes) and Alan, Jodi and grandchildren, Ruby and Doug, friends and relatives.

We would like to thank all of the exceptional staff at Ste-Anne’s Veterans Hospital, where David lived the final years of his life.

Environmental pioneer Dr. June Irwin passes away Lynn Melkman Poirier at the age of 83 2 August 1947-12 July 2017 REST IN PEACE

The acknowledged inspiration behind Hudson’s pesticide ban in 1991

James Parry Your Local Journal

Dr. June Irwin, longƟme Hudson resident and lifelong pioneer in the baƩle against pesƟcides, and who played a key role in the town making history in 1991 when it became the rst community in Canada to ban all non-essenƟal pesƟcides from residenƟal and public spaces, died recently at the age of 83.

She has leŌ an enduring legacy of local environmental acƟvism which impacted upon a generaƟon and led to both naƟonal and internaƟonal awareness campaigns and legislaƟon against pesƟcide use in urban areas.

It was in the 1980s that Dr. Irwin, who had a dermatology pracƟce in PointeClaire, started to see paƟents with worrying health problems. True to her scienƟ c training, she began taking blood samples and sending them to specialized labs in the U.S. for analysis - which she paid for and conƟnued to do throughout her pracƟce - keeping records and documenƟng her ndings. She soon made the connecƟon between her paƟents’ symptoms and their exposure to lawn care pesƟcides, which were then in widespread use.

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Dr. June Irwin played a key role in Hudson becoming the rst town in Canada to ban indiscriminate use of pesƟcides in 1991.

Said Michael EllioƩ, mayor in 1991 and whose council adopted By-law 270 imposing the ban in the community, “Dr. Irwin was a very special, gracious lady and a true warrior in the ght aga inst the indiscriminate use of harmful pesƟcides. She would aƩend every council meeƟng geƫng that message across. But always very eloquently, passionately, and never in an aggressive or argumentaƟve way.

Her main concern was for the general public and the next generaƟon. And for that we owe her a great deal of graƟtude.”

Following a private service, Dr. Irwin was interred in the Irwin family plot at Woodlawn Cemetery, Cornwall, Ontario.

Peacefully in Hudson surrounded by her family, accompanied by song. Dearly loved by her daughters Michelynn (Pierre), Natalie (Bertram), Melanie (Sean), and her grandchildren; Madison, Hunter and Maivy (McCarthy) and Thomas and Evelynn (Casgrain). Predeceased by her parents, Art and Joyce Melkman and her siblings Arthur and Brenda (Harry Needham), she leaves behind her sisters Donna (Paul Howard) and Joan (John Berry). Lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews, her cousin Jack and numerous friends.

Born in Montreal and raised in Hudson, she was a sports fixture in the community, playing on virtually every school team and winning numerous tennis championships. After attending McDonald College, she began what became her lifetime career: helping others through teaching. And it was with pride that she earned her B.A. from Concordia in 1993, setting an example of how to overcome challenges that others thought insurmountable.

But her greatest pride came from her family--from the daughters she raised with Mike through to her legacy of grandchildren, all of whom have her remarkable spirit.

Both her spirit and her joy were infectious, often transmitted through the power of music and dance, but also through her words of encouragement.

Lynn, as cheerleader to many others, drew on that same positive energy for herself as she dealt with cancer in her final challenging 20 months.

A celebration of Lynn’s life was held on July 28th at Wyman Memorial Church.

Donations in Lynn’s name can be made to Nova Hudson or the VaudreuilSoulanges Palliative Center.

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Jules-Pierre Malartre Special contributor With the overwhelming number of brands and models oīered on the market, purchasing a vacuum cleaner should not be diĸcult. Yet it can be a very frustraƟng experience that oŌen yields the worst possible results, including regrets for having wasted one’s money and Ɵme.

The lure of a cheap department store vacuum cleaner can be a strong one but how many of us have ended up regreƫng our purchase? Our investment of a few hundred dollars in a cheap vacuum cleaner is oŌen lost within a year of purchase and we are leŌ, once again, to repeat the frustraƟng experience of purchasing a new vacuum cleaner.

When it comes to nding the right vacuum cleaner for your budget, it doesn’t cost extra to trust the professionals. For over 37 years, Marco Lapierre and his team at Aspirateurs Valley eld have helped local consumers purchase the right vacuum cleaner for their needs.

Aspirateurs Valley eld oīers a wide range of products, equipment, and services for cleaning anything from your house and car to oĸce buildings and large factories.

“We are specialized in the sale and repair services of canister and central vacuum cleaners, from home systems all the way up to large industrial equipment,” Marco says.

Shopping at Aspirateurs Valley eld not only ensures you will be geƫng the best possible service, it also means that you will get the best possible quality. “What I tell clients is that ve vacuum cleaners that retail for $100 each will never equal the value of a $500 vacuum cleaner,” Marco explains.

“If you pay $100 for a vacuum cleaner, you will

be throwing it into the garbage within six months to a year. You buy another one, then another one...

AŌer ve years, you’ve spent $500; you never had quality; you never had performance; you never enjoyed using it, but it was cheap... If you buy a good system for the same $500 you can have it for up to 25 years,” Marco explains. Marco sƟll retails some lower-end models for all budgets, and he will make sure that you get the best service and model for your needs. Marco and his team take pride in the personalized service they oīer to every client.

Dealing with Aspirateurs Valley eld is also a guarantee of aŌer-sale service, which you would not get from a large-scale department store. Parts and service are near-impossible to obtain from large retail franchises. When you select Aspirateurs Valley eld, you also select the best aŌer-sale service for accessories, parts, and repairs. Aspirateurs Valley eld also oīers free evaluaƟons for repairs, so that you don’t have to waste any of your budget nding out if it’s worth it to have your exisƟng vacuum repaired.

Aspirateurs Valley eld also retails commercial quality cleaning items including the ‘3D products’ line for professional car detailing and other cleaning products for homes, cars and industrial plants.

“Get expert advice from us before you buy any vacuum system. You will be happy with your investment, since you will save money and aggravaƟon with a good product,” Marco concludes.

Aspirateurs Valley eld is located at 111 rue Grande-Île in Salaberry-de-Valley eld. You can reach the store at (450) 377-0577 or 1-877-3770577 (toll-free) to nd out more about their products and services. You can also visit the store’s web page at www.aspirateursvalley eld.com and their Facebook page.

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Up for adoption

YLJ Around the world Three VaudreuilSoulanges residents, Melaney Mason, Caroline Cernick and Tara Fitzgerald take Ɵme out from their vacaƟon in Italy – pictured here in St. Mark’s Square – to get caught up on all the news back home in Your Local Journal.

Here is the very lovely Kaya who was born June 15, 2016. Kaya is a female calico. She loves to be peƩed and brushed, and purrs like a liƩle motor. Kaya is an indoor cat but she loves to spend Ɵme in front of the window looking at the birds and squirrels. Kaya is playful and gets along with the other cats in her foster home and tries to have contact with the dog as well. She is a sweet cat who is gentle with the three kids in her foster family. For more informaƟon regarding Kaya, please contact us at (514) 706-2287 or by e-mail

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Home and Estate PKD

Continued from page 8 “It was determined I got this on my dad’s side,” she explained. “My grandmother, when she passed away in ‘62, they told us that she had tumours on the liver. When someone gets told tumours on the liver, cancer, right? Well because PKD is something that doesn’t only aīect your kidneys, you also develop cysts on your liver, your pancreas, and your gallbladder.”

PKD not always recognized When Miniaci-Di Leo’s dad was diagnosed with PKD at the age of 60, his only symptom was high blood pressure, a symptom of PKD which she said in her father’s case was improperly diagnosed.

Before her own diagnosis, she said her doctor didn’t recognize her repeated urinary tract infecƟons (UTIs), kidney infecƟons and ruptured cysts as signs of PKD even when she experienced six UTIs and a several kidney infecƟons in one year and was suīering pain similar to appendiciƟs.

At a hospital, ruptured cysts on her kidneys were determined to be a cyst on her ovary. “They didn’t check.”

Though there are PKD care units at MUHC hospitals including the Lakeshore General, Montreal General, Royal Victoria and Montreal Children’s, MiniaciDi Leo says too oŌen people living with PKD don’t realize they have it. “I’ve met so many people with PKD whose stories are similar to mine,” describing people who not only suīered UTIs and kidney infecƟons, they also had kidney stones.

Miniaci-Di Leo said people need to push for referrals to specialists so they get a proper diagnosis.

Because the cysts can form and mulƟply on kidneys, each kidney can change in size from a st to a 30-lb football. Cysts can also grow on the liver, pancreas and gall bladder, so men living with PKD may seem to have beer bellies, while women may look perpetually pregnant. There is no cure. Approximately 50 percent of

people with PKD develop kidney failure or end-stage renal disease and their only treatment opƟons are dialysis or a kidney transplant.

Because PKD is hereditary, if one parent has it they have a 50/50 chance of passing it down to each of their children.

One rare form of PKD, called Autosomal Recessive PolycysƟc Kidney Disease, can cause newborn death. The disease aīects 66,000 Canadians and approximately 12.5 million people worldwide. Health Canada recognizes September 4 as NaƟonal PKD Awareness Day and thanks to Miniaci-Di Leo’s eīorts, DDO Mayor Ed Janiszewski oĸcially recognizes the day.

The PKD FoundaƟon of Canada Montreal Chapter’s 2017 Walk to END PKD is taking place Sunday, September 17, at 10 a.m at Dollard-des-Ormeaux Park. Get a team together and register online to collect pledges at www.endpkd.ca For more informaƟon, look for PKD FoundaƟon of Canada - Montreal Chapter on Facebook or call Luisa Miniaci-Di Leo, Montreal Chapter and Walk Coordinator for the PKD FoundaƟon of Canada at (514) 501-9924 or email montrealchapter@endpkd.ca

St. Lazare

Continued from page 3 All the informaƟon that he asked for will be provided to him. If – and I stress the word ‘if’ – errors have been made at an administraƟve or payroll level, they will be recƟ ed.

“It’s too bad that because there’s an elecƟon coming up in November and with council having done an excellent job over the past four years, it’s really sad that Mr. Lambert – for poliƟcal reasons – is digging up non-existent issues that are four years old,” Grimaudo added.

Two council votes against resoluƟon Mayor Grimaudo also criƟcized District 4 Councillor Marc-André Esculier aŌer he and District 1 Councillor Lise

Jolicoeur voted against adopƟng a resoluƟon to provide a $2,000 nancial contribuƟon to l’AssociaƟon des gens d’aīaires de St. Lazare Inc. for their upcoming golf tournament.

“This is a non-pro t associaƟon that is puƫng on an event to raise money and give it back to local organizaƟons like the Vaudreuil-Soulanges PalliaƟve Care Residence. What Mr. Esculier doesn’t realize is that whatever money is raised, it will be given back to the community,” said Grimaudo.

Esculier said he voted against the resoluƟon because he feels it’s not right for town to user taxpayers’ money to support a fundraising operaƟon for a business associaƟon. “There’s a big difference between fundraising for services oīered by charity organizaƟons and schools and an associaƟon designed to make money,” he said.

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