The Westmount examiner, 3 janvier 2008, jeudi 3 janvier 2008

[" ; A ®.73, no 1+ Thursday, January 3\u201d 2008 » www.westmountexaminer.com 9,800 copies MAKING ALL OF WESTMOUNT YOUR HOME January Tax break Along with the new year marked by unseasonably warm weather, came some more good news for many Westmounters \u2014 their tax burden would be eased a bit in 2007.An Examiner survey showed that the City\u2019s new tax assessments spelled a slight increase for homes in central Westmount, but most other properties would see only a minimal increase if not a decrease in their tax bills.Data dump Environmentally conscious residents were pleased to hear about a permanent e-waste disposal depot set up in the Public Works Yard.Open seven days per week, it provided a handy place for people to drop off their used computers and other electronics.\u201cWith people changing their computers and electronic equipment so frequently these days \u2014 they're always coming out with new technology \u2014 Yranscontinental 2007: THE YEAR IN REVIEW it's a good way they can deposit it,\u201d said Marina Peter, the City\u2019s environmental services coordinator.Election promises?EC Mario Dumont was at the forefront of provincial news when he renewed a promise that, if elected in the next provincial election, his Action Démocratique party would abolish Montreal's controversial Agglomeration Council.Dumont\u2019s initiative was quickly dismissed by the provincial Liberals, who accused Dumont of trying to curry favour in the demerged cities in the weeks leading up tn an election campaign.Medical mirth Westmount was the setting, and West- mount stereotypes the targets of satire, when Infinitheatre produced the comic play Prescription for Murder at the Saidye Bronf- man Centre.Attracting a wide variety of well-known local personalities, the play was also a successful fundraiser, bringing in more than $50,000.ra Curtain call for the cast of Prescription for Murder.Robillard to step down Long-time Westmount-Ville Marie MP Lucienne Robillard denied reports that she would not be running in the next federal election.\u201cEvery time there's a general clec- tion, that rumour comes around again,\u201d said Robillard\u2019s senior assistant, Nathalie Dallaire.\u201cWe're used to it.\u201d Some say the rumour began with a report in Le Devoir, which had stated that Robillard was considering stepping down.Demolition protest .The City\u2019s approval of a Cote St.Antoine house's demolition evoked a loud outcry from neighbours, particularly the family living next door.Jean Philippe Aubert and Janet Weinroth worried that the proposed new building would affect their view of King George Park and reduce the amount of natural daylight on their property, not to mention a proposed driveway right next to their home and their loss pf privacy from a rooftop terrace.-Continued on page 2 2 Thursday, January 3,2008 The Westmount Examiner www.westmountexaminer.com -Continued from page 1 January.Fighting vandalism The City of Westmount beefed up its surveillance of park facilities following a marked increase in vandalism.Comfort stations in King George and Westmount parks were favourite targets, prompting officials to take action.\u201cWe have taken measures,\u201d said Director General Bruce St.Louis.\u201cThey've proven very effective.In fact, we've caught one, If not two, vandals.\u201d A vandalized mirror in the Westmount Park comfort station.February Family fun The annual Westmount Winter Carnival \u2014 always a great treat for young and old alike \u2014 was held in Westmount Park and the nearby arena.The three-day celebration included family tobogganing in King George Park.Hotel bylaw The City of Westmount investigated possible bylaw violations following complaints by Alexis Nihon Plaza Tower resident John Johnston that apartments in his building were being rented out on a short-term basis, as if they were hotel rooms.Acknowledging that Westmount zoning rules don\u2019t permit hotels, Mayor Karin Marks said she had looked into it.\u201cThe owners have been informed that they are using the building in a way that does not conform with our regulations and we will continue to pursue it,\" she said.Tribute to Dorchester The Westmount Historical Association announced that its spring lecture series would consist of four lectures that pay tribute to Dorchester Boulevard.Beginning on Feb.15, the monthly lectures would address the topics \u201cI'he Macaulays and Robert Findlay: 4100 Dorchester Boulevard, \u2018Translating Gabrielle Roy, \u2018Gabrielle Roy: From the Tin Flute to Enchantment and Sorrow, and \u2018Greenhythe, a Country Home in 1846 on Dorchester Boulevard.Hage visits ALCC Giller Prize runner-up Rawi Hage dropped by the Atwater Library, where a panel discussed his acclaimed first novel, DeNiro\u2019s Game \u2014 the story of two young men living a life of delinquency in civil-war era Beirut.\u201cI'm a visual artist and 1 had a period in my life where | watched a lot of movies,\u201d Hage said in explaining his book's title.Breaking the strangle-hold The Selwyn House wrestling team had much to crow about after they defeated the Kahnawake Survival School team to win the GMAA championship.This was no mean feat, for the KSS team had held the title for the past 17 years.\u201cOur gold medal winners were mostly dominant,\u201d said a proud coach Rob Moore.The last time Selwyn House had won the wrestling title was back in 1983.Suzuki speaks What would you do if you were prime minister?That was the question on Dr.David Suzuki's mind when he stopped in Westmount to deliver a lecture to a full house at Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom.The event De iy Fe - à _ The Dionisopolulos family enjoys a day at the Westmount Winter Carnival.was part of an extensive cross-country tour undertaken by the noted broadcaster and environmentalist.Dr.David Suzuki addresses Westmounters on environmental issues.Election strategies With the announcement of a March 26 provincial election, all local parties began plotting their respective campaigns.The incumbent Liberal MNA Jacques Chagnon stood firmly by his party's platform of emphasizing a strong health-care program.The Action Democratique announced that its Westmount-St.Louis candidate would be Caroline Morgan.March Hockey champs Once again, Selwyn House athletes took the top prize, this time in hockey.The bantam Gryphons won the GMAA championship after beating out the formidable College Francais.\u201cWe won in style by beating one of the best,\u201d said coach Mike Maurovich.\u201cThey had thumped us earlier in the season and they were the top school all year.Beating them in the final made the win all that much sweeter.\u201d 2007: THE YEAR IN REVIEW Games, coming in fifth out of 22 in the national competition that was held this year in Whitehorse.While other provinces were represented by several skaters, the 15-year-old Claremont Avenue resident was the only one representing Quebec.Alexandra Levy in action on the ice.Green to go Patrick Daoust, local candidate for the Green Party, predicted that the Greens would overtake the Parti Québécois in the upcoming election and finish second behind the Liberals.\u201cHere in Westmount and further west, we expect to do really well,\u201d said Daoust.\u201cThey're not going to vote for the Parti Québécois,\u201d he said of local voters.\u201cAnd for some reason, a lot of them are not comfortable with Mario Dumont.\u201d Cedar demolition A few residents of The Boulevard let out a sigh of relief with the demolition of a The Selwyn House bantam hockey Gryphons celebrate their win.The Agglom platform As the provincial election campaign heated up, the Charest Liberals found themselves facing an unwelcome issue \u2014 what to do about the highly unpopular Montreal Agglomeration council.\u201cThe premier must get involved and make his intentions public,\u201d said Mayor Karin Marks, president of the Association of Suburban Mayors.She stated that citizens had the right to know before the election just what the government planned to do to solve the agglomeration problem, \u201cfor which it is largely responsible.\u201d Pride of Westmount Westmount figure skater Alexandra Levy performed exceptionally well at the Canada Cedar Avenue mansion project that had been an eyesore for several years.The project had been halted by the City of Westmount over zoning and heritage issues, and was opposed by neighbours because it would have blocked their view of the city below.But after the last trucks hauled away the demolished building material, the story was still not over, for the case was still in court.Quarter century A major milestone was celebrated on Rosemount Avenue when David and Diana Nicholson marked the 25th anniversary of their Wednesday Night salons.\u2018>Continued on page 3 | a © ir on n = UE 0 2007: THE YEAR IN REVIEW -Continued from page 2 March.During the gala evening of music and tributes, it was pointed out that the Nichol- Former mayor Peter Trent reads a tribute at the 25th anniversary Wednesday Night event.gg - sons had not missed a Wednesday night since it was launched in 1982.More than 1,300 consecutive weeks later, it was still going strong.Meet the Candidates Westmount voters got the chance to hear from each of the candidates whose names would be on the March 26 ballot at the traditional Meet the Candidates evening in Victoria Hall, co-organized by the Westmount Municipal Association and The Examiner.During the lively question period, MNA Jacgues Chagnon fielded questions on the Montreal Agglomeration, but kept pushing his party's stand on health care.The foilowing week it was all over; Chagnon had won an easy victory in Westmount-St.Louis, but his party finished as a minority government.And Patrick Daoust\u2019s prediction came true \u2014 his Green Party came in second.MNA Jacques Chagnon answers a question from the audience during the Meet the Candidates evening.The other candidates, from left, are Denise Laroche of the PQ, Nadia Alexan of Québec Solidaire, Caroline Morgan of Action Démocratique, Nicholas Lin of the Marxist-Leninist Party, and Patrick Daoust of the Green Party.April A strong alliance With the Action Démocratique now the official opposition party in Quebec City, Mayor Karin Marks looked to Mario Du- mont and his colleagues to provide à stronger alliance in the ongoing opposition to the Liberal-supported Montreal Agglomeration.\u201cWe know we've had a serious number of allies in the Liberals, but we've also had many detractors and some who have just chosen to ignore us,\u201d Marks said.\u201cNow we have serious allies in the ADQ as well.And so we certainly feel that that would be a help.\u201d Physics whizzes Five Grade 11 students at St.George's High School returned home with their heads held high after an impressive showing at an international physics tournament at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel.Teams were given the challenge of creating an \u2018uncrackable\u201d safe using only the principles of physics.The St.George's safe was one of only seven entries (out of 46) that could not be opened by rival teams.St.George's High School physics students (from left) Natasha Dudek, Anthony Tresierra-Jansen, Vivian Mau, Anthony Brohan and Jared Berger with their safe project.Robillard to retire After denying initial rumours over the past few months, Westmount\u2019s MP Lucienne Robillard announced that she would be retir- Fully Licenced ¢ Fully Guaranteed 434-2299 RUSSCO CANADA INC.o Chimney Pointing » Foundation Repair * Cement Work * Roof Shingles Mfr.Windows ¢ Doors ¢ Gutters Solarium e Extensions Aluminum Siding e Painting * Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations ¢ Fin.Basements * Ceramic ¢ Balconies UNBEATABLE PRICES * FREE ESTIMATE BEST SERVICE * SPECIAL DISCOUNTS FOR SENIORS .\u201c ing from politics after this mandate.\u201cI've been thinking about it tor a very long time now,\u201d Robillard told The Examiner.\u201cI'm 61 and the choice I have in front of me is do 1 go on with my political lite until 1 retire, or do 1 need other challenges?And 1 decided to meet new challenges after 17 years of public life\u201d Robillard\u2019s announcement immediately sets off a flurry of speculation over who will replace her on the local ballot, Vin d'honneur Three Westmounters \u2014 financier and philanthropist Lord George Mount Stephen, writer Gabrielle Roy and artist Ghitta Caiserman-Roth \u2014 were posthumously honoured by the City of Westmount at the Vin d'honneur ceremony that attracted many resident to Victoria Hall, A bust of Lord Mount Stephen watches over the crowd who attended the Vin d'honneur soirée in Victoria Hall.Meeting Mario Disappointed with Premier Jean Cha- rest's failure to name Anglophone MNAs to his new cabinet, Mayor Karin Marks accept ed an invitation to meet ADO leader Mario Dumont to discuss the future of the Montreal Agglomeration.\u201cWe made all attempts to meet with the premier before the election and continued awaiting his response,\u201d Marks said.\u201cWe're still awaiting his res ponse.Mr.Dumont said he would like to better understand what the issues are and what our suggested solutions are.\u201d Continued on page 4 Régie de Batiment 2999862231 LOX IQUTIUEXJUNOLUISA MMW *¢ AIENUE| APPSINU] JIUIWEXI JUNOWISSAA JUL < S00 \u20ac -Continued from page 3 | April.The Big Sweep Westmount Scouts celebrated Earth Day by cleaning up Summit Park.About 25 people {and one dog) turned out to pick up everything from bottles to discarded plastic bags.In the end, 15 garbage bags were filled.The annual event, called Envirojam, has been organized by local Scouts for the past 16 years.Sisterly support Reacting to news that NDG's Fraser- Hickson Library may be closing, Atwater BIC\" Another successful Envirojam for local Scouts and their families.VISIT THE SCHOOL IN ACTION Library and Computer Centre director Lynn Verge announced that Fraser-Hickson members would be welcomed with a reduced annual fee.\u201cWe want to support the Fraser-Hickson Institute and try to extend our services to their members while they're closed,\u201d Verge said of the ALCC'\u2019s gesture of solidarity.May À real eye-opener Westmount YMCA director Gary White returned from a trip to Nicaragua a changed man.He saw the poverty and hurricane damage, and when he saw how the Y works in that Central American country, he wondered how we can learn from them.\u201cEverything they do is so connected to their mission,\u201d he said.\u201cThere is no room for waste of finances, people, materials, or time.And I came home wondering if I could see the way we run the Westmount Y through the same filter.\u201d Family Day True to its long tradition, Westmount\u2019s annual Family Day in the park offered fun and games for everyone under a bright sky.All the old favourites \u2014 inflatable games, carnival booths, petting zoo and dozens of other attractions \u2014 brought out the crowds once again.2007: THE YEAR IN REVIEW Volunteer of the Year The Westmount Municipal Association\u2019s much-anticipated Derek Walker Volunteer Citizen of the Year was announced at the WMA's annual general meeting.This year\u2019s honouree was Andrew MacDougall, whose many volunteer activities include coaching soccer, acting as a streetcar conductor at the Canadian Railway Museum, and at least years as a scout leader in Westmount.The guest speaker at the WMA meeting was columnist Henry Aubin, who spoke about municipal affairs and pointed out how Montreal\u2019s \u2018café\u2019 lifestyle contributed to the city\u2019s stagnant economy.nN _ Volunteer of the Year Andrew MacDougall New Speaker Fresh from his recent re-election, West- mount MNA Jacques Chagnon was named the Liberals\u2019 Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly.This new position would not hinder his work in the Westmount riding, he said, but because of his need to remain neutral on Continued on page 5 anu 10 An independent day school for boys 95, chemin Céte St-Antoine, Westmount, Québec H3Y 2H8 admission@selwyn.ca Tel: (514) 931-2775 www.selwyn.ca dns 4 Thursday, January 3,2008 The Westmount Examiner www.westmountexaminer.com 18 er 1e ss se 18 1e 18 ce w 1e 2007: THE YEAR IN REVIEW -Continued from page 4 May.most issues, he felt it best to temporarily discontinue his highly opinionated Examiner mn for the duration of his tenure as &.Speaker.Park plans In a long, lively evening of hot debate to a standing-room-only crowd in Victoria Hall, the City of Westmount presented its proposals for the playing fields in Westmount Park.The public meeting was attended by many representatives of various interest groups who also outlined their proposals for the field.At one point, a show of hands among the audience indicated that the vast majority in attendance were opposed to the City\u2019s proposal of installing artificial turf on the playing fields.Midnight curfew The City of Westmount struck out at park vandals and other undesirables by imposing a strict curfew in Westmount\u2019s parks.From now on, no one would be allowed in the park between midnight and 5 a.m.The measure was taken to prevent mounting cases of vandalism, said city councillor George Bowser.\u201cYou can imagine the frustration this is causing in our enforcement personnel when they observe large groups of individuals in the parks, and the following morning they see the new:graffiti and vandalism that has occurred, but-were powerless to prevent,\u201d he said.Spring Soirée Westmounters had an opportunity to let down their hair and dance the night away in Victoria Hall, in an upbeat and contemporary version of the traditional spring ball.About 150 guests, in ball gowns, formal wear and more casual attire, turned out for this year\u2019s $85-per-ticket event.\u201cPeople were raving about how good the food was tonight,\u201d said Rosalind Davis of the organizing committee.June Examiner tops QCNA news The Westmount Examiner came out on top in the best news category of the annual Quebec Community Newspapers Association competition.Charles Montgomery and Matthew Surridge shared first place for their - is Ts Charles Montgomery first-place news award, shared with Matthew Surridge.joint coverage of last year's Dawson College tragedy; Montgomery won second prize for best news photo on the same story.The Examiner also took second-place honours for Chris Manitt's photo of a lightning strike over Westmount.Editor Wayne Larsen won third place for his editorial cartoon, and the Examiner won third place for best front page.Welcome summer Residents of Springfield Avenue got to know their neighbours a bit better after holding their third annual block party to mark the beginning of summer.Residents of nearby Mount Stephen and Metcalfe avenues above Sherbrooke were also invited to come out and party.il Quebec's national holiday was celebrated in grand style once again as the City of Westmount organized a party that blended the traditional with the contemporary.Residents partied in Westmount Park {rom the late afternoon until the big highlight of the annual event \u2014 the lighting of the traditional St.Jean bonfire.July O Canada! The longstanding Westmount tradition of observing Canada Day with a barbecue Residents of Springfield Avenue gather for the popular group photo during their annual block party.No turf decision After months of studies, angry letters and petitions opposing the City\u2019s proposal to install synthetic turf on two Westmount Park fields, Mayor Marks announced that no decision would be made for the time being.She did, however, say that the natural grass options are being given serious consideration.This did not elicit cheers from members of Save the Park! and other community members who came out strongly against the synthetic turf proposal.Instead, the mayor's announcement was greeted with silence.St-Jean-de-Westmount This photo of the annual St.Jean bonfire in Westmount Park earned photographer Martin C.Barry June's QCNA award for best photo.and the ever-popular Splash Bash in the municipal pool went ahead as scheduled, despite cool weather and cloudy skies.Kids frolicked in the pool while burgers and hot dogs sizzled on the grill.Then came the annual highlight \u2014 the big Canada Cake with a piece for everyone.Director General Bruce St.Louis (left) hands out a piece of Canada Day birthday cake.Light pollution?The use of outdoor spotlights came under the scrutiny of Westmount city council after several residents complamed of people using excessive lighting on their properties.Jane Martin of The Boulevard pointed out that some homeowners engage in a \u201cvery exaggerated and very invasive\u201d form of illumination, which she said amounted to light pollution, Smokers beware The City of Westmount got even tougher on smokers by empowering its Public Security officers to enforce provincial tobacco laws.From now on, PSOs could issue à ticket to anyone caught smoking in any location forbidden by Quebec's Tobacco Act.\u201cEnforcing these important anti-smoking regulations within Westmount is very important to Council,\u201d said city councillor John de Castell, the City's commissioner of public safety.Continued on page 6 Westmount Wellness Centre Centre de Santé Westmount Bio-medical treatment for Childhood Behaviour Disorders Autism Spectrum Disorder - Dan Protocol - ADD - ADHD Bio-identical Hormone Replacement for Women & Men Chronic Inflammatory Autoimmune Disease Lifestyle related chronic health problems elevated cholesterol - blood pressure cardiovascular disease obesity - diabetes type 2 (insulin resistance) By appointment only 1225 Greene Ave, Westmount Qc 514-448-9777 info@ santewestmount.com 1814080 OT \u2018\u20ac Ktenue( Æepsimyy Jautwexz JUNOWISIM ay] UIOSIQUTUPXOIUTIOTUIOMSOINV SM 80 S 6 Thursday, January 3, 2008 The Westmount Examiner www.westmountexaminer.com -Continued from page 5 July.Three Centenarians It was a very special day at Place Kensington as the local retirement home celebrated the 100th birthdays of three residents \u2014 Evelyn Alexander, Harriet Cohen, and Hedwig Unterberg.Family and friends gathered at the Ste.Catherine Street residence for a party that included live entertainment and much merriment.Raising the flag Westmount entered the national Communities in Bloom competition for the first time since its demerger from the City of Montreal.The official flag was hoisted outside City Hall to demonstrate the City\u2019s commitment to the competition.\u201cIt\u2019s all about civic pride and demonstrating to people across Canada how much we love the beauty of Westmount and the lengths we're willing to go to make our city a wonderful place to live,\u201d said city councillor George Bowser.August Water works The City of Westmount announced that it was not going to renew the contract for water pipe maintenance and as of Jan.1 it would be operating the function with municipal personnel.This would increase City staff, said city councillor Patrick Martin.\u201cA pilot scheme has been put together to take over the management at the end of the year,\u201d he said.\u201cLocal 301 union chief Michel Parent was personally involved in negotiating with the City and has been extremely helpful in the outcome.\u201d Classic comedy Repercussion Theatre continued its annual tradition of performing plays in local parks \u2014 but this time it wasn\u2019t Shakespeare.When the troupe set up its stage in Westmount Park, audiences were treated to Scapin the Schemer, a comedy by Molière.Swimming champs The Westmount Dolphins swim team turned heads across the island as they swam their way to a great season \u2014 winning their league's division B championship and setting a couple of records along the way.The Dolphins\u2019 success was attributed in part to the strong support by parents and other volunteers.a ME pe = Fu BYRR A Mayor Marks and city councillors raise the Communities in Bloom flag in front of City Hall.Cycling for a cause well,\u201d said Councillor Tom Thompson in pre- Westmounter Patricia Dumais, a member of the Spirit Riders cycling team, took off on a two-day trek through the Outouais region to raise funds for the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada.The team ended up raising $22,425.New clerk The City of Westmount announced the hiring of Mario Gerbeau, its new city clerk.In addition to his clerking duties, he would also be the City\u2019s director of legal services.\u201cWe are very pleased to welcome Me.Mario Gerbeau to the City of Westmount and we wish him Tom Thompson welcomes Mario Gerbeau to the City staff.Leah and Zach Glassman with the Westmount Dolphins\u2019 trophy.senting him to council.Rack space Westmount cyclists were pleased to hear of a new addition to the streetscape \u2014 two-sided bike racks that would allow two bikes to be parked at the same spot.\u201cThese are tracks that occupy less space than the large moveable racks,\u201d said City Councillor George Bowser, who oversaw the purchase.The City hoped that the new bike racks would soon be installed throughout Westmount.September Westmount loses Wright The Westmount community was shocked to hear about the death of James Wright, a former city councillor and well- known member of the community, who lost his life over the Labour Day weekend in a freak explosion at his country home in the Laurentian community of Entrelacs.À family friend, biochemist Meriem Maza, was also killed in the blast.and Wright's wife, Nancy.was seriously injured.\u201cJim was an essential part of Council for eight years,\u201d said former mayor Peter Trent.\u201cJim loved his Westmount.\u201d Cabin fire tragedy Students at Westmount High School mourned the loss of Heather Edelstein Bustard, a Grade 10 student who died with members of her family over the Labour Day weekend in a cabin fire in La Tuque, Quebec.Welcome Marianopolis The highly publicized move into West- mount by Marianopolis College went smoothly.Despite initial fears that the sudden influx of several thousand students and staff members would create traffic and parking problems in the arca of Claremont and Westmount avenues, classes began with very little disruption at all.Dawson Students, staff and local dignitaries gathered at Dawson College to commemorate the first anniversary of the tragic shootings of Sept.13, 2006.The sombre occasion was used to announce new gun law reforms, to be named after victim Anastasia de Sousa.Five Blooms The much-anticipated Communities in Bloom results were announced in Moncton, NB, and Westmount won a prestigious five 2007: THE YEAR IN REVIEW \u2018blooms\u2019.\u201cWestmount is a unique city built into a mountain which offers many challenges for residential construction and landscaping,\u201d said organizers.The city also received special mention for its exceptional heritage conservation.Running for Terry The spirit of Terry Fox was alive and well in Westmount as 44 runners followed a | kilometre course around Westmount Park as part of the annual Terry Fox Run.Co-organ- ized by Jennifer and Amanda Maks, the local event took in $4,000 in donations for cancer research.Participants prepare for Westmount's annual Terry Fox Run.October Long service The City inducted seven new members to its Quarter Century Club, which recognizes municipal employees with the longest service.This year the club welcomed Timothy Beaupré, Nicholas Cocca and Patrick Sheehan of the Public Security Department; Tony Forchilli of Hydro Westmount; Alan Kulaga of Human Resources; John Lahache of Public Works.and Patricia Weigt from the City Clerks Office.The longest-serving employee was Janette Bruce of the Westmount Public Library, who has recognized for her 35 years on the job.Roslyn Centennial Preparing to celebrate its 100th anniversary, the Roslyn School community organized a ribbon-cutting ceremony and re-enacted the 1907 laying of the building's corners@ \u2014 just a few of the many events and active planned for the coming year.Continued on page 8 Mayor Karin Marks cuts the ribbon to open a commemorative pathway at Roslyn School, with the help of students Charlotte and Angus Scott and Roslyn 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AIPNUE( APPSINY] JIUIUEKT JUNOWYSIM ay] WON IUTIWEXQIUTTOUIIS AM MMM \u2014 (es L 800 -Continued from page 5 October.Out of this world Patients at the Montreal Children\u2019s Hospital had a rare treat when astronaut Dave Williams dropped by to present a video of his recent space voyage for the Canadian Space Agency.He discussed his adventures with the young patients, including his much- publicized \u2018space walk\u201d outside the shuttle.Honouring Cantor Mendelson Members of Congregation Shaar | lasho- mayin gathered for a major concert event marking the 25th anniversary of the death of venerated cantor Nathan Mendelson.The concert featured a wide range of musical styles, performed by the Shaar's choir and many other performers.The Montreal connection Members of the Westmount Historical Association heard the fascinating story of the local residents who were aboard the ill-fated Titanic when it hat an iceberg and sank on its maiden voyage in 1912.Alan Hustak, author of Titanic: The Canadian Story, was on hand to present an illustrated talk about the famous liner and he gave some insight into the little-known lives of those Montrealers and Westmounters who were involved in the disaster.Garneau is in In a complete reversal to previous announcements, the federal Liberals held a press conference at the Atwater Library to present their next candidate in Westmount-Ville Marie \u2014 former astronaut and Westmount resident Marc Garneau, who had previously been denied the candidacy.Liberal leader Stéphane Dion was on hand to make the announcement, which pleased many of those advocating a local resident to represent Westmount, but also drew the criticism of those who believed party members should be allowed to choose the candidate by voting, | Hberol of à 1 Stéphane Dion presents local candidate Marc Garneau at the Atwater Library.Astronaut Dave Williams discusses his August space voyage with young patients at the Montreal Children's Hospital.When voters went to the polls the foilow- ing Sunday, incumbent Ginette Sauvé Frankel defeated challenger Nick Primiano by a margin of 590 votes to 340, Selwyn Centennial The countdown began tor Selwyn House's 100th anniversary festivities, which are being planned for 2008.The celebrations began with a gala evening in which the youngest current student and the oldest Old Boy cut the ribbon to kick off a special year of centennial events.A colourful weekend The build-up to the holiday season began with the annual Westmount Artisans\u2019 Festival, which once again transformed Victoria Hall in to a colourful Mecca for arts-and-crafts lovers of all ages.No less than 34 artisans displayed their work.As usual, admission to the festival was à donation of non-perishable food or $2, which went toward Westmount Protective Services\u2019 annual food drive.Field Group After more than a year of highly charged controversy, a 12-member board was formed to advise city council on the various proposals for the future of Westmount Park's playing fields.Their input would lead to a final plan for the project.2007: THE YEAR IN REVIEW hiring of Pierre Dubé as the new director of Hydro Westmount.Dubé, whose mandate would begin on Jan.1, 2008, replaced Marc Roy, who had held the post for a decade before announcing his resignation in the summer.Gala fundraiser The Westmount Youth Orchestra celelgzs- ed its 10th anniversary and el $175,000 richer following a musical fundrais- ing evening at the Mount Royal Centre.Co- chaired by Gérard Charlebois and Brian and Mila Mulroney, the event raised funds that would allow the orchestra to expand its programs and continue its travels.Robillard makes it official Westmount- Ville Marie MP Lucienne Robillard officially announced her resignation in the House of Commons.She stated she would step down on Jan 25.Her successor on the local ballot would be Marc Garneau.Winter's arrival Westmounters had to contend with two heavy snowfalls during the first half of the month.The accumulation led to delays in LEE OE Leonard Schlemm, Class of \u201829, and Justin-Harry Burdman-Castravelli, the school\u2019s youngest student, cut the ribbon to open Selwyn House's centennial festivities.December New Hydro boss The City of Westmount announced the clearing snow across the island, and West- mount even had to invoke emergency snow-clearing measures by allowing street snow to be blown onto residential lawns \u2014 a precaution against predicted rainfall that could freeze and cause major road hazards.a äClubhouse.cé, November School board elections After a long campaign of knocking on doors throughout the district, the two candidates vying for the position of English Montreal School Board commissioner in Westmount addressed the issues and = answered questions from the audience at the $ traditional \u2018Meet the Candidates\u2019 evening.Co- organized by the Westmount Municipal & Association and the Examiner, the event was _held in the Westmount Lawn Bowling Our oe can frotp.you on 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