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

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Station to station The Vaudreuil-Dorion Fire Department will be getting a new upgraded fire station at the same location of

the existing station on Route de Lotbinière which will be demolished in the next few weeks to make way for

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Hutchison in running for Hudson mayor

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Former District 3 Councillor will run for Hudson mayor Carmen Marie Fabio

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Professional architect, member of the Board of Directors of the VaudreuilSoulanges Palliative Care Residence, and former president of the Hudson Town Planning and Advisory Committee (TPAC) Chloe Hutchison has announced her intentions to throw her hat in the ring for the upcoming mayoralty election in November. As reported in The Journal in February, 2020, Hutchison stepped down from council one day after the monthly council meeting citing breakdowns in communication that shifted the focus

of council away from community issues and had become more personal and confrontational in nature. “Now that the campaign is open, I see that a lot of things haven’t been addressed so it’s time to get back and I’m hoping to encourage others to run alongside with me,” she said, adding there is much untapped talent in Hudson. “I think we get the best results if we can collaborate and pull together.” Hutchison said she feels this is an opportunity to do campaigns differently and to get a feeling of what municipal politics should be about. “Should it be about posturing and process, or is it really about getting the

best solution out for the residents? That’s what I have continually pushed for. “If enough people of similar grit and conviction are ready to work together, I certainly would be ready to work as a slate,” she said of her willingness to remove conventional politicking from her approach to town governance. “That’s not a problem at all.” Hutchison cites the importance of the contentious Sandy Beach development dossier as one that deserves continued attention moving forward. Hutchison was elected in 2017, beating out incumbent Nathalie Durand. Though enough time was left in her

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Former District 3 Councillor Chloe Hutchison has announced she will run in the upcoming municipal elections this November for the mayoralty seat in Hudson.

mandate that the town was required by law to hold a by-election to fill the vacant seat, it remained unoccupied.

Focus on construction in Hudson core Nick Zacharias

The Journal

The July 5 meeting of the Hudson Town Council saw Mayor Jamie Nicholls and his council voting on several issues and answering citizens’ questions regarding road reconstruction in the village core. Also brought up was a comprehensive financial and economic impact analysis of the Pine Beach (Sandy Beach) development project. The analysis, titled ‘The Balance Report,’ was submitted to the town by a finance working group on behalf of the Sandy Beach Wetland Protection Group and concludes that the development would have a negative financial impact on the town. Patience needed The meeting was opened by the mayor who requested that people show patience with the major reconstruction work on Main Road. He assured con-

cerned citizens that the currently closed section of Main Road east of the village should be unblocked by the end of this week, and that the construction work in the downtown area will end in midAugust – by which time council will have finished developing plans to work with businesses that are struggling due to restricted access to get back on their feet. Said Nicholls, “Please let’s be patient about this and take things easily … today there was a flagman who was injured at Cameron and Main with a hit and run. The assailant was caught and I just want to ensure that everyone in the town is patient throughout this construction. I know that nerves get frayed and it takes a little bit longer to get where you’re trying to go … if we all just take our time and show patience it’ll go much better.” More road construction coming On top of the continuing work happening on Main Road, council approved the awarding of a contract to Shel-

lex Consutling Group in the amount of $91,250 to develop plans and specifications for the reconstruction of Lakeview sometime next year, as well as a $204,390 contract to Meloche (Division of Sintra) for repairs to a number of roads later this summer. “The work should be starting in August on many, many roads in Hudson,” said Nicholls.

Negative financial impact of development at Sandy Beach Resident Benoît Blais spoke up in the second question period to ask about impacts to the town of the proposed 214unit development in the Sandy Beach area, referred to by the developer as Pine Beach. Continued on page 19

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Priced out The announcement that the Town of Vaudreuil-Dorion is going ahead with the construction of a new fire station is certainly good news but given the recent phenomenal increase in construction costs – coupled with a labour shortage – it comes at a price. The fire station is not a luxury item – it will replace an ageing structure that was originally used as a warehouse for beer distribution (see story on page 5.) But the projected initial cost of the facility has increased by over $8 million. This comes on the heels of the town opting to postpone plans to build its new city hall and library due to soaring costs linked to 2020’s COVID-19 pandemic. The Town of L’Île-Perrot also recently announced it would be putting its aquatic centre on hold because of an inflated estimate in the final cost, one that is beyond the town’s coffers. We’ve now transitioned to a COVID ‘green’ zone meaning life is slowly getting back to normal. But is that an indicator that material costs and the labour force will also soon swing back to ‘normal?’ We’ve also had to reckon with exorbitant jumps in everything from houses to groceries. It’s unlikely that prices will drop back to pre-pandemic levels any time soon so what does that mean going forward for our home renovation costs, paycheques, and even food costs? Those who can afford to pay the sharp increases will do so and everyone else will hunker down. What remains to be seen is how wide the class divide will continue to grow.

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Our Photo of the Week contest rolls on. We had such a high volume of participation last year and are pleased to continue the tradition. This tiny Garter snake took advantage of a sunny break on a mostly rainy day in an evergreen bush in Saint-Lazare last week. ‘Sheila’ enjoys long slithers on the beach and cooking for her 1,452 children. Sheila sheds her skin more often than most as cooking sans arms can be a bit tricky. Following the same format as last year, photos will not be limited to the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region and we will be offering three prizes at the end of the year - $200 for first place, $100 for second, and $50 for third. Interested? Send your entries to editor@yourlocaljournal.ca. We will showcase all submissions on our website at www.yourlocaljournal.ca/photo-of-the-week.

Dear Editor: editor@yourlocaljournal.ca This is a letter I sent to Member of Parliament Claude DeBellefeuille regarding the residential schools and our responsibilities. I am writing this letter with a great deal of grief and concern. As I write this, the news of another 182 unmarked graves at Ktunaxa Nation territory in BC has just been announced. The May 28 news of the 215 children buried at the former Kamloops Residential School shook the nation. If that was not enough, a much larger number of 751 were then found only a few days later at the old Marieval Residential School site. To some, this may come as a surprise, but to others who are aware of the cultural and physical genocide of Indigenous peoples in Canada, it was just a matter of time before these children were found. The truth always comes out. I recognize that the current government is not the perpetrator of the atrocities that led to the demise of these children; however, you are the government who is perpetuating the system that allows for the continued abuse and discrimination against First Nation Peoples. As the Government of Canada, you must do better; you must honor and respect the lives of these children and the families who never received answers by giving them a proper resting place. Their voices, which would have carried knowl-

edge, language, love, and tradition have now been erased at the hands of the Canadian government. I would like the Government of Canada to provide support to Indigenous communities to conduct ground radar searches at residential school sites within their territories so that all of the lost children can be identified and given a proper burial. This is in direct reference to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Call’s to Actions 71 through 76. I also urge you to call upon the federal government to provide sustainable funding for existing and new Indigenous healing centers to address the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual harms caused by residential schools. As one of the main perpetrators of this violence against Indigenous peoples, your government must take concrete actions to mend its relationships with Indigenous peoples in meaningful ways. I urge you to call upon the federal government to put pressure and remove all funding and tax breaks to the Catholic Church until it lives up to its responsibilities as listed in the TRC 58 through 61. Thank you, Joan Gottman Très Saint Rédempteur Continued on page 6

The Journal welcomes reader feedback and invites citizen letters on topics of interest to themselves and their communities. Send your letters to editor@yourlocaljournal.ca. Letters should be 400 words or less and may be edited for clarity. Letters should be received by 5 p.m. on Tuesday. Anonymous and unsigned letters will not be printed.

Construction of new Vaudreuil-Dorion fire station will begin later this summer John Jantak

The Journal

Vaudreuil-Dorion council adopted loan By-law 1773-01 during its monthly session on July 5 for the construction of a new fire station on the same spot of the existing fire station on the southeast corner of Route de Lotbinière at the intersection of Rue Chicoine. The loan by-law was adopted in order to increase the expense and loan by an additional $8.474 million for the construction project. The total loan amount of $14.875 million will cover the construction costs evaluated at $11.5 million, professional fees, rental of a temporary barracks, demolition of the current station, related costs and contingency reserves. The city expects to receive up to $4.5 million in financial assistance for the project. The opening of tenders for the fire station project took place June 28. The three tenders received confirmed that the estimated cost during the adoption of By-law 1773 does not reflect the actual cost of the work. Current fire station obsolete “The Lotbinière fire station has long ceased to meet our fire safety service requirements,” said Mayor Guy Pilon. “Our

firefighters are now on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in addition to providing first-responder services. This constant presence requires us to have an adequate response time which makes a big difference during interventions. “As has been observed for the majority of building construction projects, the cost of materials has increased dramatically in recent months. Council chose to go ahead with this project despite the increase in costs because we are talking about an infrastructure which allows us to keep our citizens safe. In order to mitigate the tax impact on our citizens, council agreed to extend the repayment period of the loan to 30 years,” added Pilon. The mayor noted the three tenders received confirmed the estimated cost during the original adoption of By-law 1773 did not reflect the actual cost of the work. Construction of the new fire station is scheduled to begin in late summer after the loan by-law has been approved by the provincial Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the contract has been awarded. Originally built in the mid-1960s The current fire station on Route de Lotbinière was built in 1966 and was originally used by a private company for

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The architectural rendering of the Town of Vaudreuil-Dorion’s new fire station which will also serve the neighbouring community of Pointe-des-Cascades.

the distribution of beer. Some improvements were made to the structure after it was acquired by the city in 1990 but problems were detected by the end of the ‘90s. In 2018, experts assessed options to renovate and expand the current barracks or to build a new one. It was determined that because of the original building’s configuration and degree of combustibility it would be best to proceed with a new structure. Most of the fire trucks are located in another nearby

building and the emergency personnel are residing in a rented house all close to the original fire station. Pilon also noted there will not be any impact on personal property taxes for the next three years. “By then we should have more taxpayers from our industrial, commercial, and residential tax base which will help to offset the cost each taxpayer will have to contribute,” Pilon told The Journal. Continued on page 19

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THE SOAPBOX CARMEN MARIE FABIO

Ramblin’ woman With the help of one of my sons, I was able to wedge an unwieldy antique dresser into the back of my car to transport out to the Eastern Townships a few years ago. My mom had just moved to a seniors’ facility and needed some extra storage space in her room. “How are you gonna get it out?” asked my son when we had finally wrestled the behemoth through the hatch and onto the folded-down rear seats. “I’m sure someone there will give me a hand.” The two-and-a-half-hour drive out to Lennoxville was not without its hiccups and although I had no choice but to accept the speeding ticket (though to this day I swear I set the cruisecontrol at 110) I was able to talk my way out of having an ‘unsecured load.’ “It’s not going anywhere,” I insisted to the bored cop. “It’s wedged in there like skinny jeans.” Which led to an awkward, disjointed conversation between me and a Francophone SQ officer who had no idea what form of reference I was using in my poorly thought-out defense. I tend to ramble when I get nervous. He waved me off, more out of disgust than understanding. Finally pulling into the parking lot at the seniors’ facility, I left the dresser in the car and went in to see my mom, letting her know I’d brought the beast along. “Well, where is it?” “Still in my car.” “How are you gonna get it out?” Luckily, one of the préposées popped her head in the room to see if my mom needed anything. I explained I needed a hand unloading some furniture from my car. “Okay,” she told me. “I’ll call our concierge and he’ll come meet you in the lobby with a dolly cart. His name is Brian, he’s wearing jeans and a blue T-shirt.” Perfect. I waited in the lobby feeling pretty proud of myself. I’d avoided one of two tickets that day and had made my mother happy. When a gentleman came along clad in jeans and a blue Tshirt, I ventured, “Brian?” “Yup.” “Great, come with me.” As we walked to my car, I explained that my son had helped me load the dresser in but there was no way I could get it out and I thought about taking the drawers one at a time but even then, it was so tightly wedged inside I didn’t know if I could extricate it myself, etc. Suddenly I stared at him. “Where’s your dolly?” He stared back at me. “I’m just here to see my mother.” I blinked. Probably more than once. “But… they told me… lobby… jeans… ‘Brian’… blue T-shirt….” Remember – I ramble when I’m nervous. The ‘impostor’ Brian was nice enough to offer to help me bring the dresser in anyway but I declined with a somewhat embarrassed thank-you. The ‘real’ Brian showed up soon afterwards though his T-shirt was really more of a shade of navy if I’m to split hairs. I can’t even say there’s a lesson to be learned here. The whole situation was just odd enough that I give myself a pass. But if I take nothing else away from this, I now know that rambling on in English about some obscure term like ‘skinny jeans’ to an overworked French SQ officer who just wants to finish his shift and go home saved me a few bucks.

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The restoration work at Ste. Anne’s Braerob Farmhouse is ‘bittersweet’ as had it been done sooner, much of the original interior could have been preserved.

Ste. Anne’s moves ahead with Parc Robillard redesign Town welcomes cyclists, pedestrians and motorists in the downtown core

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Sainte-Anne- de-Bellevue council adopted a resolution at the Monday evening council meeting on July 5 to proceed with plans to redesign Parc Robillard in the north sector of the city. The actual work is expected to begin next year. “We’re finally kicking off the redesign with the preparation preparation of plans and development specifications for the park,” said Mayor Paola Hawa. “This has been a project that has been long in coming and it should have been done last year but COVID delayed everything by one year.

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Continued from page 4 Dear Editor I would like to respond to Mr. Richard Meades’ letter in The Journal, July 2.I reread my letter carefully and did not see where I told him what he should or shouldn’t do. However, as a good neighbour, I offered a suggestion. I want to say that the first picture published was like a gut punch to me to see the total carnage and complete lack of even a blade of grass. I do, however, commend the second picture and sincerely hope he enjoys the birdsong and shade and privacy, amongst other things, those trees offer (I didn’t see any offending power lines in the lovely photo). I will take his accusation of being a fanatical tree lover as a compliment. I feel very responsible to the way I may leave the planet after I’m gone. It’s not mine; I’m just a temporary guardian. I dread leaving more sinking coun-

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“It’s an interesting concept. It’s very avant-garde in the sense that it’s not a park like you would see anywhere else. It reflects our character in terms of being near and respectful of nature. There are chairs to enjoy nature and the butterfly and bee gardens. We spruced it up a bit just to make it more family-oriented and more in line with the character of Ste. Anne’s,” added Hawa. Maison Claude-Robillard restoration work Work is still underway to preserve the remains of the historic Maison ClaudeRobillard also known as the Braerob Farmhouse. Continued on page 9 tries and drought-stricken lands and towns that burn 90 per cent away in a matter of hours to my grandchildren. It’s their accusations that will really hurt me. If I may, I would like to offer some statistics that I found on the National Wildlife Foundation website. A single oak tree can host 532 species of caterpillars, 147 species of birds, 120 species of mammals, 60 species of amphibians and reptiles and 280 species of insects. Dead trees provide shelter to over 1,000 species of wildlife, including salamanders, ants, beetles, snails, chipmunks and squirrels to name a few. A single tree can have about 2.3 million living species depending on it. I have quite the spinal fortitude and I use it to speak up for the millions who cannot speak. It’s time we, everyone, stopped abusing this world as if we owned the place. Nature was here first and we are obliged to leave the Earth as is, or better, when we are done. Elianna Beckman Saint-Lazare

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Vaudreuil-Dorion issues call to tender for municipal infrastructure projects related to the new hospital John Jantak

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The start of municipal infrastructure work for the new Vaudreuil-Soulanges Hospital will soon be realized after Vaudreuil-Dorion council adopted three separate resolutions at its monthly meeting on July 5 to proceed with a call for tenders to prepare specifications related to three aspects of the project that are deemed essential. The first resolution deals with the realignment of Chemin de la Petite-Rivière, a small stretch of road in a mostly industrial sector that runs between Route Harwood and Boulevard de la Cité-desJeunes. The second resolution involves the eventual reconfiguration of the east ramp of Highway 30 at Exit 2. The third resolution will deal with the monitoring of various municipal infrastructure services that will be provided by the city to the hospital. Looking for engineering and construction expertise Mayor Guy Pilon said the revised resolutions are meant to establish different criteria for contractors who want to provide their expertise and services that are required for the specific aspects of the necessary infrastructure work. “After this process is completed and we find that the tender meets at least a

minimum of 70 per cent of the requirements related to the respective project, we will proceed to open the envelope with the asking price related to the services that will be provided. It’s the same process now for every town everywhere. We have to establish the criteria ahead of time,” Pilon told The Journal. “Because we are the ones who have been delegated to do the job, we now have an engineer from the Société québécoise des infrastructures (SQI) working for us full time. They are paying 75 per cent of his salary. He started with us about two months ago and will be with us until the final delivery of the project is completed which could be in about four years,” said Pilon. Required criteria Some of the criteria the city will consider when it determines which tenders it will accept will be whether the applicant has worked on similar types of projects and the amount of experience they have related to specific construction and engineering requirements needed for the job. “For example, if someone has worked on a similar project more than five times, they would receive 10 points. If they have less experience, they would get three points let’s say – something like that. We want to establish specific

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The realignment of Chemin de la Petite-Rivière in Vaudreuil-Dorion is just one of several municipal infrastructure projects that will be undertaken in conjunction with the construction of the new Vaudreuil-Soulanges hospital.

criteria to make sure the people who will be working on this project are people who have experience. At the end of the day, if they have enough points, we will open and review their bid to see what the cost will be,” said Pilon. Tenders and bids expected by October The mayor said that if everything goes as expected the city should receive the various tenders and bids by October. By then, the city will be able to approximate when the work will begin and

when it will be completed. “This doesn’t include the fact that the city has already bought land and we are going to divert the water from our well in Saint-Lazare to put a pumping station there which will intercept some of the water so that it goes to the hospital,” said Pilon. It will take about three years for all the municipal infrastructure projects to be completed, which is around the same time frame as to when the new hospital is expected to be finished, Pilon added.

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KELLY’S KEYBOARD A MILLENNIAL’S VIEWPOINT

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The young folks of today have it rough. Sometimes it feels like that’s all I’ve heard since I was little. And sure, there’s some truth in it. Those of us belonging to the Millennial and Generation Z age groups have had plenty of problems pop up during our lifetimes. Some new, some not so new and getting worse. We have our fair share of weight on our shoulders and the toll that it takes is ongoing. Our generations have often been described as disillusioned and nihilistic when compared to our predecessors. We’re generally thought to be lacking in the hope and optimism department. Defining us on that alone paints too many people with too broad a brush, but there is something to explore there. Millennials and Gen Z have grown up and are growing up in a pretty intense time defined by economic instability, job and housing insecurity, food insecurity, crushing debt, worsening socio-political divisions, diminishing mental health, and impending climate collapse. And the pandemic only added to the pile. It’s no surprise that there’s a sense of hopelessness hanging over us. We try to shake it off and get on with our lives, but that becomes its own challenge when we feel like there’s no end in sight to any of the issues we’re facing. Hope is a driving force behind every choice we make. Without belief that there is something good ahead of us, what pushes us forward? Hopelessness leads to apathy and inaction. Why put in the effort to build a life or fight for positive change if all is already lost? Why do anything? It’s an understatement to say that it’s hard to work through these feelings. But believing things can get better is better than believing they can’t. I’d like to think that it’s not naïve or stupid to be optimistic. It’s not as though everything can be solved through hope alone, but assuming that there is no hope and nothing to hope for will keep us exactly where we are and leave room only for things to get worse. Millennials and Gen Z have struggled with deteriorating mental health right alongside every other problem we have faced. Taking care of yourself can sometimes feel as impossible a task as confronting inequality, stabilizing the economy, or healing the environment. But if we treat our mental health issues and the issues around us as inevitable and unstoppable, they are likely to become exactly that. It doesn’t have to be that way. Giving up entirely on ourselves and the world can’t be the answer. In every difficult time there have been pushes for positive change. The pandemic brought a surge of that energy as well. Even on the worst days, people are resilient. Maintaining hope isn’t easy, but I’m determined to try. Our challenges and hardships exist. And they can be overwhelming. But believing that a brighter future is at all possible is the first step in being able to start working toward getting there.

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Our Sgt. at Arms/Service Rep. Robin Pelletier recently went to Ottawa to make a $2,000 donation from our Poppy Fund for the Canadian Veteran Service Dog Unit. This non-profit organization formed in 2012 to help veterans by providing trained service dogs in support to Military, RCMP and first responders suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Operational Stress Injury (OSI). Pictured left to right are Robin Pelletier, Dwayne Sawyer and his service dog Rex, Claudine Perrault and her service dog Chewbacca and her husband Gaetan Poulin. The last four had multiple tours of duty in Afghanistan, Cyprus, Rwanda, UNPROFOR, UNIKOM, Eureka, etc.

Legion News Rod L. Hodgson

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Well we reopened last weekend after nine months of closure and many people came to wish us all the best and enjoy a libation or two. We also picked up five new members as well which was very nice. We were open again July 2, 3 and 4 with the same hours, 4 to 7 p.m. Seating is limited as per government and legion regulations as we had last week and the terrace is open but with no tables. Then beginning Thursday, July 8 we will be open for ‘Thirsty Thursday’ and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday as well with the same hours, 4 to 7 p.m If all goes well after these two weekends we will reopen completely in late July except for Mondays when we will be closed and hopefully maybe we will have a return of Nelson’s Burger Night July 27. Time will tell. However we will need to form up teams once again, usually four to five on each team. Our Secretary/Membership Chairperson, Lise Bernier, has been making COVID-19 masks this spring and next Thursday she will be bringing over 50 to ‘Thirsty Thursday’ and will be offering

them to our members in turn for a monetary donation to our Legion Br. #115. Please help out our Legion Branch with your donation to our cause. Thanks so much Lise. If you have paid your 2021 dues your membership stickers or cards if you are a new member are now available at the bar. Just ask the bartender for yours. Masks are mandatory while moving about in the Legion hall and everyone must sign the register upon entering. You must also have a parking pass, either the one from the Town of Hudson or you can get a day pass from the Legion bar or Community Centre desk if open. These must be displayed on your dashboard. The Hudson parking pass that is good for Sandy Beach and Jack Layton Park is the one that will be accepted in our parking lot as well. Restricted parking signs are now up and are being enforced from 3 to11 p.m. The fine for not having a pass during these hours is $75. There are about 10 parking spaces on the left as you come down Beach Road towards the Legion parking lot. They face west towards the Community Centre lawn and flag poles; you do not need a parking pass for these places. Special get well wishes go out this week to Valentine Deguire and Meredith Royds who recently underwent an operation. Our thoughts and prayers are with you for an excellent and healthy recovery. Good luck. Lest we forget….

Help feed the herd A Horse Tale (AHT) equine rescue is getting an early start on securing enough hay for the coming winter season. Last year, hay was in short supply and prices had increased dramatically. The non-profit organization is currently is home to 14 horses that come from diverse backgrounds including former calèche pullers, racehorses, or horses who were found abandoned. Since its inception in 2013, a team of over 300 members and volunteers at AHT, located in Vaudreuil-Dorion, has worked to ensure each horse has a comfortable and dignified retirement. You can help feed the herd by going to ahtrescue.org and click on the link. Hay is the herd’s main source of nutrition and AHT’s primary expense. Each horse receives a daily breakfast bowl with vitamins, supplements, and in some cases, medication. Some horses also have bowls at lunch and suppertime. Here’s where your donation will help: $20 feeds an ex-calèche horse for a day; $50 provides for one horse’s breakfast

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Continued from page 6 The roof was demolished a few months ago and plastic tarp has been placed atop the remaining stone walls to prevent further deterioration of the structure. “This is the sad thing. The roof put a lot of pressure on the walls so we had to remove it. If we had done this six years ago, at least when we initially had $1 million on the table, we could have saved the inside of it. There were original beautifully carved wood and original materials. It’s bittersweet that we’re saving the walls and foundation. We could have saved so much more,” said Hawa. Sainte-Anne Street will become shared A portion of Sainte-Anne Street in the downtown core of the village will become a shared street beginning this Saturday, July 10. The city’s initiative was inspired by similar projects that have been gaining traction across the province which aims to encourage better sharing of the roadway among pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. For three weeks, pedestrians will have

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Princess, one of the charges at A Horse Tale (AHT) equine rescue organization, is one of 14 horses in need of a good supply of hay for the coming winter.

bowl (vitamins) for a month; and $100 feeds one horse for a week Every donation helps us keep caring for our babies. Thank you for your support this month!

right of way at all times on Sainte-Anne Street, between Saint-Pierre Street and Christie Street. Unlike pedestrian-only streets, car drivers and cyclists will still be able to use the street, but the speed limit will be reduced to 20 km/hour. Traffic-calming measures will be in place Street signs, speed bumps and other traffic-calming measures will be introduced to encourage people to slow down. On-street parking spaces on this section of the street will become timed parking zones for a maximum of 15 minutes. The street design will also include flower boxes, urban furniture and other seasonal installations to encourage passersby to take advantage of the area in total safety. “Our goal with this pilot project is to encourage both residents and visitors to take advantage of Sainte-Anne Street,” said Hawa. “We want them to go for a stroll, shop at local businesses, stop for an ice-cream cone and really enjoy everything this public space has to offer. We’re inviting people to discover or rediscover the street and the heart of the village now that we can finally get back to our favourite summer activities.”

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Highlights of the financial statements as at December 31, 2020

The financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020 were tabled during the council meeting of June 22, 2021. Statements of the detailed results and the operating surplus (deficit) for tax purposes for the year ended December 31, 2020 show operating revenues of $33,754,064 as well as fiscal charges and allocated amounts totaling $27,261,161. As such, for the 2020 fiscal year, the total operating surplus for tax purposes (surplus for the fiscal year) is $6,492,903. The year 2020 was marked by a historic pandemic that greatly affected the year’s results. A significant portion of the surplus is the result of the Covid grant of $1,680,000. The real estate transfer tax also generated a surplus of $867,000. The need to cancel certain festivities and activities that had been planned and savings related to salaries and benefits also contributed to the surplus. Another portion came from the remittance of the overpayment for the services of the SÛRETÉ DU QUÉBEC. Lastly, a portion is attributable to the savings in the expenses of each department. As at December 31, 2020, the accumulated unallocated operating surplus was $6,628,542 and the allocated portion was $2,338,100, including $2,000,000 allocated to the 2021 budget, thereby reducing the tax burden on taxpayers by the same amount. As at December 31, 2020, the statement of financial position included a long-term debt in the amount of $25,271,264. Grants from the Government of Quebec will be used to reimburse 10% of this debt (more than $2.5 million) and taxpayer contributions will be used to reimburse another 57% ($14.4 million). The last 33% ($8.4 million) represents debts for which a specific portion of taxpayers are responsible, notably for paving of the local road network as well as for the water and sewer infrastructures. The total net long-term debt of Saint-Lazare citizens remains very low. As a comparison, the average indebtedness in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges MRC is $1.86/$100 of standardized property value (SPV) compared to a $1.01/$100 SPV for our residents in 2019 according to the Web site of the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l’Habitation (MAMH), under the financial profile section. This rate was $0.92/100 in 2020. At the provincial level, the debt rate of Quebecers is twice as high as that of Saint-Lazare residents. Statistics are available on the MAMH website. 2.

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As required by Article 105.2.2 of the Cities and Towns Act, I wish to provide the highlights of the financial report and the report of the external auditor (independent auditor).

Report from the independent auditor for the 2020 fiscal year

On June 14, 2021, the firm of BCGO, S.E.N.C.R.L. signed the independent auditor’s report. After carrying out their audit in accordance with the Canadian generally accepted auditing standards, the following opinion was issued: “In our opinion, the financial statements accurately reflect, in all significant aspects, the financial situation of the Town of Saint-Lazare as at December 31, 2020, as well as the results of its activities, variations in its net financial assets (net debt) and cash flow for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, in accordance with Canadian accounting standards for the public sector.” 3.

Closing statement

The 2020 Financial Statement and the Report from the Independent Auditor, tabled at the council meeting and forwarded to the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l’Habitation (MAMH), as well as the present highlights, will be placed on the Web site of the Town of Saint- Lazare. TOWN OF SAINT-LAZARE The Mayor, Robert Grimaudo, June 22, 2021 Thursday, July 8, 2021

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BRIAN GALLAGHER

All dressed up and no place to go So now that I’m double-vaccinated I seem to have caught myself sitting around waiting for the world to change. I don’t mean to sound vain dear readers but see if you follow me. When the bestie and I finally received our first shot in the arm, we absolutely felt, well, relieved I guess I would say. Not that we were slapping on the Speedos and running amok through the streets of old MonPHOTO BY STEVE GERRARD treal high-fiving the few Polynesian tourists wandering the streets but we definitely felt like a weight was lifted off our shoulders. Our mood brightened and we had a bit more pep in our step as we strolled out and about in Shangri-La. We weren’t giving strangers as far a space as we used to when we walked by them and we were far less feral to others in the confines of the local grocery store. In talking to our friends and family who had also received their first vaccine, the general consensus was that almost everyone had the same kind of emotional uplifting experience to one degree or another. So with that being said, I guess I was expecting another revelation, if you will, or even more positive change forthcoming from Jab #2. Either from within myself or from the people and the world around me. Instead all I heard was… crickets. Nothing. Nada. If Poke #1 elicited a boost to the heart, body, and soul then shouldn’t Poke #2 do the same? Nope, apparently the Pfizer Poke #2 was delivered into my system with no extra endorphins or magic elixir to make my world even more fun and exciting. The bestie even took me out for brand new clothes to match my new power of positivity and thirst for adventure! In reality she burned my one pair of ‘Covide’ sweatpants and two Metallica T-shirts that had way too many miles on the odometer for 15 months thus forcing me to go out and buy new togs. Besides, they looked like Mesozoic moths had been feasting on them managing to gnaw carefully around the pre-packaged pasta and sauce stains. So now that I am all gussied up and wearing my invisible force field, what’s a poor boy to do? Live dangerously? Sounds sensible. Might take the small Exo bus to Ste. Anne de Bellevue and walk up and down the boardwalk with my arms out to the sides of me like Bruce Willis in ‘Unbreakable’ searching for fellow lost souls who feel like they should be living out loud again. Or, if I was feeling really crazy, I could go to Ontario now that their border is open but I can’t get my hair or nails done and I can’t eat indoors in a restaurant. Hold on a tick – now that’s a challenge for an urban warrior like myself. I’ll head to the outdoor terrasse of a waterfront restaurant and eat my bowl of mussels with a fluttering side of shadflies. Take that, Covide! ******* Hey, if you are not doing anything Sunday, then head on out to the park by the water with the family. It’s fun, it’s safe. The Parc Historique de la Pointe-du-Moulin in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot ‘Sunday Champêtre’ Music series continues this Sunday, July 11 with the Hudson-based duo ‘Pagoda Starling’ performing outdoors from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Local craft beers will be available and there is plenty of seating and tables or you can bring your own. More information on their website: www.pointedumoulin.com. I’ll continue to keep you updated as the summer rolls on beautiful people. There may be tall tales of adventure ahead for this poor boy yet. If you have any double-vaccinated suggestions for yours truly please do pass them along. Maybe I can try them out and report back to you. Then at long last my poor benevolent editor may have something worthwhile to correct in the upcoming editions. From the Pre-historic Lepidoptera fossil museum and all-you-caneat self-serve pasta bar under the leaning pine tree here at Crooked Tree Corner deep in the heart of Shangri-La’s historic downtown Tin Pan Alley… Sociable!

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Up for adoption Hunter is a special boy who wants nothing more than a feline friend or two to play with and a comfy bed to rest after exhausting himself. We believe Hunter would do best in a home without children, he has a tendency to not enjoy being over stimulated (if you’re stroking him and don’t watch for his warnings, his tail wagging is usually the first sign) he may give a little warning nibble. He is just a young cat, born March 6, 2020. Our wonderful foster family has been working on this with him and he’s been getting better but it seems to only happen if he has not exerted all of his energy that day. This boy needs a lot of stimulation. He’s a sweet boy and will sleep across his foster’s legs at night. He seems to trust easily and didn’t take long to ad-

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just at his fosters, he likes talking to his feline friends and likes to be around his humans at all times, he loves food and his treats so he is very food motivated. He has lived with a calm dog before and it went well. For more info please write to mysharonna@me.com

Up for adoption Paisley is at Animatch thanks to Humane Society International (HIS) Canada. They are doing their best to close down Korean meat farms while at the same time providing willing farmers an alternative way to make a living. When Paisley arrived, she had a look of complete despair. She has improved tremendously, but has a long way to go. She is aloof in new situations, but once she’s comfortable, she’s quite friendly. Obedience classes are highly recommended as the socialization and training will boost her confidence. She shouldn’t live with small dogs, cats, or little critters. Paisley isn’t a dog park kind of girl. She’s used

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to having to fight for her food, so she’s a resource guarder. She will require not only love, but also patience, perseverance, training, and acceptance. If that sounds like you, fill out the form and ask for Paisley. For more information on Paisley or any of the other dogs available for adoption, go to www.animatch.ca

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Pets of Vaudreuil-Soulanges

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Welcome to our feature showcasing and celebrating the many companion animals we have in our region. Jeanne Bauset-Tremblay has been into Betta fish since 2018 and that’s when the passion started. She says fish tend to be underrated as pets and she finds that despite the lack of emotion displayed, they do have great personalities. Jeanne works at a pet store and volunteers to bring home the ill Betta fish (due to shipping stresses as they’re imported from Thailand fish farms) and heals them with home remedies like salts or fish medications until they can be sold again to Betta enthusiasts. Jeanne takes care to name them and her latest batch includes Petunia, Emilio, Moshi, Iggy, and Stardust. Once their health improves, the Bettas are given a second chance in new homes. If you’d like us to feature your pet in our weekly section – dog, cat, rabbit, horse, lizard, possum (possum?) etc., send us a photo of you and your pet together, along with a short description, to editor@yourlocaljournal.ca.

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Let’s be loving toward seniors

Launch of a regional awareness campaign against elder abuse Lucie Gascon

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The Table de concertation des aînés de Vaudreuil-Soulanges (TCA-VS) is happy to announce the launch of its ‘Let’s be loving toward seniors’ awareness campaign, aimed specifically at people aged 50 years and older. The goal of this project

is to share with the Vaudreuil-Soulanges community an easily accessible reference tool listing the main organizations that help fight all types of abuse – psychological, physical, sexual, material or financial, organizational or related to age or violation of rights. The awareness campaign will be put into effect over the next few weeks

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through the mass distribution of a magnetic directory that can be displayed on the refrigerator door. On it you will find the phone numbers of organizations that support seniors against abuse. According to Lucie Gascon, Event Committee representative for the TCA-VS, this reference tool addresses all types of known abuse. “The Table de concertation des aînés de Vaudreuil-Soulanges would like to empower as many people as possible, both French- and English-speaking, who may either witness the mistreatment of a senior citizen or fall victim to it themselves.” As a project collaborator, Lieutenant Pascal Harvey, Sûreté du Québec of the Vaudreuil-Soulanges MRC, supports this initiative spearheaded by local organizations. “The project aims to identify seniors in need and help them. The official start of many of the concerted measures taken to support seniors against abuse was June 15. With the cooperation of Desjardins Vaudreuil-Soulanges, magnetized directories of all local resources will be distributed to various drop-off points in the MRC. Some door-to-door canvassing days have been planned to reach out to

those seniors who are likely to be most vulnerable, are not known to our service providers, and do not receive any assistance,” said Lieutenant Harvey. The Caisse Desjardins de VaudreuilSoulanges is helping to fund this initiative. General Manager Sébastien Laliberté said he was pleased to be involved in this movement that not only informs, but also raises awareness. “We must work together with local stakeholders to be part of the solution and ensure the safety and quality of life of our seniors. Continued on page 15

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KAREN SIMMONS Welcome to our advice column featuring The Journal’s own Karen Simmons who brings a mix of life experience, common sense, and a loving heart to any situation. Have you got a dating issue? Family problem? Unresolved friendship issues? Just ask Karen. Send your questions confidentially and anonymously to karen@yourlocaljournal.ca ******* Dear Karen, I am a single mom, working from home and am also dealing with my kids doing online schooling from home. Many of my friends are telling me they have been spending much less money since the beginning of COVID, yet I am spending more. I’ve taken to online shopping as a way of relieving stress and while I know it isn’t a solution, I can’t seem to get it under control. My bank account needs your help! Dear Overdraft shopper, Ah yes, the online shopping trap. Believe me when I tell you that you are not alone. When everything shut down at the beginning of COVID people turned to online shopping as a way to get the items that they would normally have simply gone to the store for. And guess what? Online shopping is easier than going to the store! It’s so easy and convenient that many people found themselves using online shopping as a form of entertainment and as a way to ease their boredom. The anticipation of a package arriving at your door was, for many, the most exciting thing we had going on in our lives. The problem as you mention is now that we are coming out of it, people are realizing that they have been spending money they didn’t necessarily have. With any kind of impulse shopping, most financial experts recommend when you find yourself wanting to make an impulse purchase force yourself to wait 24 hours. More often than not, after sleeping on it we realize we do not, in fact, need the item. Once you break the cycle, I’m sure you’ll be able to get back on track and perhaps even be able to save a bit of money for the future. ******* Dear Karen, I’m writing to ask your help in dealing with a nosey neighbour. I live in a quiet little neighborhood and have one neighbour who comes over to gossip about other neighbours every time she sees me outside. I have no use for this type of thing and yet I can’t bring myself to let her know how I feel. How would you suggest I deal with this? Dear No-nonsense neighbour, I’m pretty sure that for as long as there have been neighbourhoods there have been nosey neighbours. I think back on some of the television shows I used to watch growing up and there was always an annoying neighbour who had nothing better to do than to dish the dirt on others. The dynamic between neighbours was the subject of many sitcoms and provided a lot of laughs as we followed their stories week after week. In reality though a nosey neighbour is an annoyance and not funny at all. Assuming you don’t want to spend the rest of your life avoiding your neighbour you’re going to have to find a way to speak to her about it. Honesty is always the best policy as uncomfortable as that may be, and the sooner you get it behind you the sooner you’ll be able to relax and enjoy your property. I would just keep it simple and the next time she comes over and starts talking about other neighbours just politely stop her and let her know that you’re uncomfortable with this type of conversation. Let her know that you value her friendship as neighbours and don’t want this to affect your relationship but that you would just rather find other things to talk about. She will likely be a bit embarrassed and tell you that it won’t happen again. Try to leave on a light note and make sure to say ‘hi’ to her the next time you see her so that she knows there are no hard feelings.

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An outdoor exercise trail encourages citizens of all ages to get moving Lucie Hamel

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On July 1, in the presence of the Member of Parliament for SalaberrySuroît, Claude DeBellefeuille, the Municipality of Les Coteaux highlighted six new exercise stations recently installed at Parc Réjean Boisvenu. The official opening of this outdoor exercise centre will, among other things, allow seniors to stay active while being equally beneficial for families. This project corresponds to the social and community development orientations planned in this intergenerational park. “While the pandemic has further highlighted the importance of having a healthy population, it’s a great pleasure for me to contact you today, for the official inauguration of this outdoor exercise centre located at the intergenerational Parc Réjean-Boisvenu. This circuit, although installed primarily for people aged 55 and over, is of course accessible to all citizens wishing to exercise for free in the open air. I would also like to thank the federal government for the grant obtained because it allowed us to expand our community and social services,” said Mayor Denise Godin-Dostie. The development of these new infrastructures will make it possible to diversify the activities offered in this park. Note that these facilities are in addition to others already on site, namely a pétanque court, a exercise equipment installations, a ping-pong table and a tennis court. The Municipalité of Les Coteaux

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Les Coteaux Mayor Denise Godin-Dostie (left) is joined by Member of Parliament for Salaberry-Suroît, Claude DeBellefeuille in demonstrating an all-ages exercise equipment installation in Parc Réjean Boisvenu.

wishes to thank the federal government for the $25,000 grant received under the New Horizons for seniors program. DeBellefeuille explained, “The good physical and mental health of seniors is essential, especially in times of crisis. I’m happy to see organizations from our region that have proposed innovative projects to ensure the maintenance of this wellbeing and I am proud to be able to participate in the realization of these projects. “The project at Les Coteaux is one that was really essential and I’m very happy to have collaborated in obtaining this grant and to be present for its inauguration. I would like to underline the excellent work of the municipality,” concluded DeBellefeuille.

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Spotting the Coma Star Cluster in the Coma Berenices asterism in the evening of July 9.

The Naked Eye Jules-Pierre Malartre

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The night sky this Friday, July 9, will play host to the ‘new moon.’ A new moon is when the moon is completely darkened by Earth’s shadow. For astronomers, this is a great time of the month because the moon does not reflect any of the sun’s light, which means the sky is darker, and while the moon may be ‘invisible,’ it is much easier to observe all the other celestial objects. Moonlight can be very detrimental to an observer’s eye. On any given night, an amateur astronomer will need time for his eye to get acclimated to the darkened sky. The apparition of any sudden light – anything from turning on a flashlight to your neighbour turning on his porch light – will play havoc with your night vision and can easily ruin a good night of observing. The light coming off the moon, especially when it’s waxing full, will definitely wash out many objects and ruin your night vision. So, the arrival of the new moon is a great time for both professional and amateur astronomers; readily observable objects will appear in even sharper details and faint objects will be easier to spot, even with the naked eye. This Friday, we will avail ourselves of the new moon to check out a very interesting star cluster. Without going into details, star clusters are groups of stars. The Pleiades is arguably the most famous star clusters and many of us will have seen it in the night sky, looking like a miniature version of the Little Dipper. The more poetically inclined astronomers are fond of calling star clusters ‘jewel boxes in the sky,’ as they are indeed a beauty to behold. There are three main types of star clusters – globular, open, and associations. Globular star clusters are compact

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Continued from page 13 This project shows just how determined our community is to promote our collective wellbeing.” Distribution channels The magnets will be available at several pharmacies, TCA-VS member organizations, municipalities, in select Caisse Desjardins de Vaudreuil-Soulanges Service Centres and at CLSCs in both re-

groups of hundreds to millions of stars. Open clusters are more loose groups containing a few hundred stars. A third group of clusters called ‘associations’ or ‘moving groups’ are made up of stars that are no longer bound to each other by gravitation. On Friday, the new moon will help us spot a very beautiful star cluster named the Coma Star Cluster. This cluster is relatively close to us. It’s rather small but it still contains about 40 bright stars. Spotting this cluster is a bit more challenging and it does require some familiarity with the constellations around it. Even if you are unfamiliar with the constellations, you should be able to spot the cluster using the map presented here. Find yourself a dark spot outside and give your eyes time to adjust to the darkness. You will notice that you are able to discern more details after spending some time in relative darkness. Then, around 9 p.m., start by locating the handle of the Big Dipper in the northern sky. Next, try to locate the constellations Leo (West) and Boötes (East). The cluster lies in the region delimited by these constellations (Leo and Boötes) and asterism (Big Dipper). It’s part of the Coma Berenices asterism (which is hard to spot). You should be able to spot the star cluster that will look like a fuzzy patch of light at first (the brighter stars of the cluster form a small V). If you have binoculars or a small telescope, you’ll easily be able to see additional details and more of the colours of the main stars of the group. Some people might remain unfazed by seeing an open cluster – especially with the naked eye. But for those of us with an interest in observing everything the night sky has to offer, seeing our first open star cluster often sets us on a path to discovering them all. gions. The Vaudreuil-Soulanges Meals on Wheels will also distribute them to their users. Finally, they will be delivered during the door-to-door canvassing operation that will be carried out by Grand Rassemblement des aînés de Vaudreuil et Soulanges (GRAVES) or Centre d’aide et d’accompagnement aux personnes aînés et leurs proches (CAAPA) representatives in cooperation with SQ officers. You can also get a magnet to give to a loved one. Contact GRAVES at (450) 424-0111.

Welcome back to our monthly column about purchasing local with a budget. In the month of July, moving season begins! Young adults move out for the first time, a couple buys their first home, or someone simply changes location. Here are a couple of gift ideas that can be found in the region within the $25 budget. Boutique Friperie L’Actuel (90 Rue Adèle, Vaudreuil-Dorion) I am now addicted to thrifting. I have never been to a thrift store before, although I have donated many times. It was so hard to choose among all the amazing available items shown to me, and their inventory is vast. I snagged a photo album for $3, an artificial bonsai type tree for $3, a photo frame for $3.50 (originally $5, but it was 30% off), a serving tray for $7 and a tall tiger picture for $5.60 (originally $8, 30% off). My total came to $22.10. Les Serres Vaudreuil (2845 Route Harwood, Vaudreuil-Dorion) Who doesn’t want a gift full of food from your local fruits and vegetables shop? Every product shown in this photo was made in Quebec. I decided to get all packaged food items, and found some gems! I got a tomato pizza for $4.95, a sugar pie tartelette for $1.75, delicious Tutti Gourmet biscotti for $5.95, and a yummy apple pie for $9.95. My total came to $22.98. Mega Vente D’Entrepot (85-3100 Route Harwood, Vaudreuil-Dorion) This store located in the Hudson Shopping Center on Route Harwood has many amazing items to get you started when you move out. From bed sheets, to bathroom items, to kitchen items, they have a ton of stuff for your home! I snagged these adorable palm leaves printed oven mitts, pot holder, and tea towel set. For this three piece set, it only cost $12. I fell in love with this four piece glass set with fruit images as it is perfect for these summer vibes. They cost $10. My total with taxes came out to $25.30. Mega Vente’s stock changes constantly, so make sure to visit them all year long! Jardin Zen Vaudreuil (383 Boulevard Harwood, Vaudreuil-Dorion) I visited the Jardin Zen store in Dorion for the first time and I was amazed at the variety of items they sell. They have every type of quartz or gem you can think of and an array of incense aromas. This beginner’s smudging kit caught my eye because to my knowledge, people use these to remove any negative energy and to cleanse their new space. Instructions are clearly printed on the packaging for first time users! This kit cost $19.95, which with taxes came to a total of $22.94. I will definitely have to go for another visit, as there was so much to look at! Happy shopping, to those who are invited to housewarming parties and to those hosting!

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It’s Puzzling SUDOKU

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Title: Bottle Rocket (1996) Directed by: Wes Anderson Genre: Comedy/Crime Available on: Amazon Prime Weekly Challenge #25 – A ‘Movie turning 25’ Brief Synopsis: A group of friends plan to pull off a meticulously detailed heist. The only thing they haven’t accounted for? Their own ineptitude. Scores: 85% Rotten Tomatoes, 7.0 IMDb Review: Love him or hate him, Wes Anderson is one of the most distinctive and unique directors in Hollywood. With hits like The Royal Tenenbaums, Fantastic Mr. Fox and The Grand Budapest Hotel, Anderson has won awards, worked with some of the best actors, and cemented his legacy amongst the best A-List directors alive today. While his detractors may find his work to be repetitive, stilted and obnoxiously twee, it is impossible to overlook his contributions to this millennium’s cinema. All this got started 25 years ago with one of the finest debut films of the 1990s in Bottle Rocket. Bottle Rocket is a film about heists pulled off by a well meaning but incompetent group of wannabe criminals, lead by Dignan and his friend Anthony (played by brothers Owen and Luke Wilson, both making their film debuts). Both are trying to work through some issues – the film begins with Dignan fumbling a ‘break out’ of Anthony from a (voluntary) therapy unit – and plan to do so through an incredibly ambitious 75-year plan, centred around petty theft. While their actions may not be the most honorable, the pair are incredibly likeable. They are kind-hearted, easy going and imaginative, with their biggest flaws being their naivety and bad judgement of character. This characterization is a staple in Anderson films. Stunted, immature adults who struggle to find acceptance in mainstream society may make mistakes, but they are never really villainous, and instead struggle to find meaning and purpose in life. Anderson’s strain of melancholy would soon find its perfect match in his sophomore work of Rushmore with his muse, Bill Murray, but Bottle Rocket sows the seeds of what will become Anderson’s calling cards. While we may take Anderson’s distinctive style for granted now, it is no wonder so many were enamoured by this quirky indie film in the mid-90s, with none other than Martin Scorsese calling it a top-10 movie of the decade. In Bottle Rocket, we get a rare sympathetic look at criminals and miscreants in film. With no mustaches to twirl, Dignan and Anthony are instead shown to battle mental health issues and socio-economic barriers, and are simply looking for acceptance and support throughout their journey, yet seek it in all the wrong places. This is the case in most real-life criminals as well, and there is this rare humanity that shines through Anderson’s work that is really highlighted in this film. Combine that with the fact that Anderson’s aesthetic, which includes deep colors, centred framing and symmetry, has become one of the most copied looks today, and you have the recipe for one of the most innovative and important debuts in the past quarter century. So happy 25th anniversary to Bottle Rocket and Wes Anderson! May you continue to grow, but your characters stay the same age. Was Bottle Rocket a bit too quirky for you? Feeling something a bit darker? Then join us next week for our challenge of ‘A Movie that Features Illness’, where we will dive into the controversial director Lars von Trier’s 2011 film, Melancholia. Watch ahead on Sundance Now, or rent on Apple TV. Want even more MYMHM content? Check out our website www.mmmovies. ca, email me at LocalMYMHM@gmail. com, and keep an ear out for our podcast, ‘Reelin’ in the Years’, where we rerank previous Oscar Winners, available on our website, as well as Spotify and Google Podcasts. PHOTO COURTESY IMDB.COM

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

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Collection of bound National Geographic magazines from 1906 to 1976. 1906 to 1964, bound bi/annually without adverts. 1965 to 1976 bound with adverts and front covers. Minor to moderate smoke damage and old book musty smell. Approximately 12 volumes from the 20s and 30s have slight water damage. $100 for the lot with curbside pickup only, in Stanstead, QC. Email ric0072021@outlook. com

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Fire station Continued from page 5 Two main fire stations The Lotbinière barracks will become the second main fire station to cover Vaudreuil-Dorion’s urban territory. The new building will meet the latest design standards and will accommodate fire-

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Continued from page 3 “In an interview on the French CBC on July 1,” said Blais to mayor Nicholls, “you said that it is realistic for a town of our size to acquire the land of the Pine Beach project to protect it … and that you would be open to approach (the developer) Nicanco to discuss options but you need the approval of council.” Blais also referred to a detailed 26-page financial analysis of the Pine Beach project which was provided to the town to fill a void as, according to at least one councillor, the town has not produced a financial analysis of its own. The study was done voluntarily by longtime Hudson residents Blais, Jacques Bourgeois and Trail Grubert who between them collectively have over 100 years’ experience in infrastructure and

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fighters on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week primarily in the south sector of the city. Its location in the Dorion sector will also enable personnel to answer emergency calls in neighbouring Pointedes-Cascades as part of a mutual aid agreement the town signed with Vaudreuil-Dorion in 2020. Vaudreuil-Dorion already provides emergency mutual aid services to Vaudreuil-sur-le-lac. finance, as well as multiple degrees in finance, business administration and engineering. Said Blais of the report’s conclusion, “The town will lose a minimum of $269,000 every year because of that project. The estimated welcome tax of $1.26 million will only cover the first 4.6 years,” meaning that after an initial short-term boost, the town would be looking at a lasting financial deficit from the increase in residents. “Would it not be interesting for the town to open negotiations (to buy the land) to save money for the town?” Nicholls would not answer whether or not council had discussed or voted against purchasing the land in caucus, and said they had not yet had a chance to carefully look at the numbers in the report, but promised they would look at it in caucus and discuss its contents so as to have news for the August council meeting.

Megan Lees Roberts December 16, 1976 - June 29, 2021 It is with deep sadness that the Roberts (John, Chris, Melanie, Chloe, and Cameron) of Hudson announce the passing of their sister-in-law and aunt Megan Lees Roberts on June 29th, 2021. Megan will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Below is a touching tribute written by her Vancouver family. It is with heavy hearts that the family of Megan Lees Roberts announces her passing on Monday, June 29, 2021. Born December 16, 1976, in Vancouver, BC to her loving parents Dave and Cathie Corcoran - she was the eldest of four siblings and the anchor of our large, close knit family. She was wise beyond her years, a fearless, natural leader who at a young age mastered the essence of living life to its fullest. She was a force of nature. Meg’s life was cut short, but the 44 years given to her were packed with love, adventure, and no regrets. After attending the University of British Columbia, Meg followed her dreams and pursued the most rewarding career she could have imagined. Her tenacity guided her through undergraduate and doctorate degrees including studies at the University of Nottingham and Brigham and Women’s Hospital at Harvard Medical School. She became a Consultation Liaison Psychiatrist and throughout her career in medicine, Meg was an integral member of the Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) and UBC Departments of Psychiatry. She won awards for teaching and education. She held leadership roles as the Regional Division Head for Adult Psychiatry, Regional Consultation Liaison Psychiatry Lead, and Post Graduate Psychiatry Education Director for RCH. She played a key role in the development and growth of the Fraser Track psychiatry residency program. She believed in the importance of doing good work and working to live. Meg married the love of her life, Craig Roberts in September 2001 in Naramata, BC and together they built a beautiful and inspiring foundation for their amazing young girls. Her most important identity was that of a mother. More than anything else she was most proud of her daughters Margot (12) and Tess (11). Meg loved the sunshine, a day on the water, a crisp glass of Sauvignon Blanc, and world travel. Her passion for running and swimming were the daily medicine that was the key to her unwavering strength. Her innate compassionate qualities were a prominent part of both her professional and private life. Many of us who were close to Meg also became at some point a “patient” of hers. She took so much pride and pleasure in helping others. She was confident, happy, calm, and quiet. Her natural dark curls, her quick wit, and her contagious laugh will never be forgotten. In her personal life and in her professional life Meg had a positive impact on so many people. Meg was surrounded and felt blessed by the love and support of her husband Craig, daughters (Margot & Tess), parents (Dave & Cathie), brothers Duff, Rob (Breann) and sister Carolyn (John). In addition, her large crew of aunts, uncles, cousins, plus her seven beloved nephews and a niece. She had a strong bond with her uncle “Gogo” and Aunt Susan, as well as godparents, Ken and Wendy Affleck. She was fortunate to have lifelong friends who were like family to her, particularly Kathy and SJ. Her support system was her Army which helped her march valiantly and gave her peace to know they would continue to stay strong and carry her spirit with us always. Meg’s life, philosophy, eloquence, and love for her family is echoed in her beautiful podcast that endures as one of her many gifts. Podcast producer and Palliative Care Doctor, Lauren Daley, said the “Specific brand of love that Meg has for her family and friends is expansive. It can only get bigger. A kind of transcendent love that will course through us all for the rest of our lives. The kind of love that bleeds from one generation to the next. To hold this kind of love is a risky venture. It is bound to one day break your heart. But a broken heart can still know love and a love like this can never die” In lieu of flowers - donations can be made to the Megan Roberts Honorary Scholarship Fund at Royal Columbian Hospital - focused on medical education and leadership - two areas which Meg was passionate about. A celebration of Meg’s life will be held in the Fall once we can all safely come together to celebrate a life well lived. Condolences can be expressed at Dignity Memorial. To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit https://sympathy. legacy.com Thursday, July 8, 2021

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