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South Shore Community Calendar and Services
July to August 2019
http://www.arc-hss.ca/
A Word from ARC President: Deborah Pearson
I would like to thank all who attended our annual general assembly, and to those who missed it, we hope you can join
us next year.
Arc as an organization is growing and we want to serve the needs of our community via openness, inclusiveness and by
our presence in the community. We are thankful to have a vibrant English-speaking community that has existed for
years, and is still very active via our churches, schools and community groups. Arc will continue to get better
acquainted with our community through different dialogues and programs We have some new partnership initiatives
coming for the fall, one of them, a new early childhood development program BRIGHT BEGINNINGS. We have so much
to look forward to and we hope you will be there alongside of us informing and providing feedback about your needs.
You are the essential ingredient for our success and we need your feedback and presence in order to succeed.
I would like to take this moment to thank Kevin Erskine-Henry for his guidance and support and to our new director
Christian Lapointe for reintroducing ARC to our community. Thank you to the staff & board for being there for our
community!
Our doors are open and we want to hear from you. On behalf of the board of directors of Arc, our employees and
volunteers we wish you all a great summer and look forward to hearing from you in the near future.
106 Churchill Blvd,Greenfield Park J4V2L9
514-605-9500
Arcinformation2@gmail.com
ARC Creativity Corner: Earlier this spring with the support from Canadian Heritage, ARC was able to host ART classes for
seniors. These fun and creative classes allowed first time artist and some with a little experience to come together and
explore their artistic side. These Classes will return in the Fall
SOUTH SHORE CARE AND SHARE
program will continue every Wednesday Starting July 3rd to August 14
The SSRC with the support of ARC and our team of volunteers will continue to host the weekly
Wednesday activity program for special needs adults during the summer. The aim is to offer
English speaking adults a place to meet, take part in activities and stay in touch with friends!
The program is open to all special needs adults (there is no charge, however please bring your
own lunch). Volunteers Welcome. When: Wednesday s. starting 3 July – 14 Aug. 10 AM – 2 PM
Where: GFPK Baptist Church 598 Bellevue N., GFP Contact: Scott Birch: 514-291-2169
South Shore AMI (Friends and family of persons living with a mental illness) will be hosting
their bi-monthly support group at the ARC offices in Greenfield Park.
Please Note that ARC will close our offices from August 3rd to August 19th, however
we are always an email away Should you have community notices or events you can
start forwarding them to us in mid-August
Great News on the South Shore school enrollment front: Riverside School Board will be seeing increased
enrollment in most of their schools this Fall. With Centenninal High School and Elementary schools in GFP,
Brossard, Candiac etc welcoming even more students this fall.
Events & Services July to August
St Hubert Saint Hubert Legion, 4040 Montee Saint-Hubert, Saint Hubert, 450-676-1141
Legion July 17 & 31 RUMMOLI at 2:00 PM (every 2nd Wednesday) August 14, 28th
A Welcoming
July 18 Aug. 1, 15, 29 join us for our 5:00 à 7:00 – Hot Dogs and Hamburgers
Place to hang
out this August 2nd, we host a STEAK NIGHT for $15 at 6:00 PM (every 1st Friday of the month).
Summer RESERVATIONS A MUST by calling the Legion at 450 676-1141 or Richard at
438 266-0310.
All are July 22 BINGO Night starting at 7:00 PM (always on Monday every 2 weeks)
Welcome! Will stop in August, back in September
August 30 St. Hubert Legion Fundraiser, Spaghetti Supper, cost $12, music by
the North (The Clahanes)
Qi GONG QI GONG SPECIAL SUMMER HOURS Qi Gong is moving for the summer to the Lawn Bowling Club,
Summer Days 662 Oak, St. Lambert. Parc L'Espérance, just behind the Curling Club. The classes of one hour are at a
special price of $5 and run from 11 am to noon with tea or coffee afterwards. Note the dates:
Monday July 8th & Monday July 29th there will also be special event dates in August. Email Sandra
Mitchell qi.mitchell@gmail.com
Caribbean The Caribbean Night St. Margaret of Antioch Church, has been delayed until September
Night
Saturday St. Martin’s House (An Anglican Church) located at 221 Prince Edward, Otterburn Park will have a
August 10th sale of used books on Saturday August 10 , 2019 from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon. We have a good
supply of English language books and a small selection of French Language books - all at low prices.
For information, please call 450-446-7627 or 450-464-2832.
Free Cultural Shakespeare in the Park returned to Brossard Sunday on July 14… with the play Measure to
Events Measure. If you missed it you can always check for other Montreal dates at
July 25 www.repercussiontheatre.com
The MSO outdoor Summer concert will also be returning to Brossard Thursday, July 25
At 7:00 pm! Parc Sorbonne - 8405, avenue Sorbonne (coin boul. Pelletier)
Free Bus service from Panama Bus Depot to the site
Sunday Flavors of the World: A corn roast with a difference. Enjoy roasted butter corn with added spices
August 4th from various cultures all for free. Brossard City Hall, 2001 Boul. Rome, Brossard. Sunday August 4th
from 4 pm to 8 pm. Come enjoy the taste and sounds of your community.
South Shore The South Shore University Women's Club is collecting books of all kinds, French and English for our
Book Sale 45th Book Sale, between August 14th to 17th .
August 14th Each year we use the profits from this sale to provide scholarships for women pursuing their
education in the university or in vocational schools.
to 17th
How can you help? Kindly bring your books to:
● The Centre de Loisirs in St. Lambert, 325 de l’Espérance Street every Thursday in June and July
from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
● St. Barnabas Church, 95 Lorne, St. Lambert, J4P 2G7, from August 5th to 9th, from 9:00 am to 1:00
pm. And then, come back from August 14 to 17, to buy books!!
St. Barnabas Church, 95 Lorne, St. Lambert, J4P 2G7
Brossard Multi-Cultural Festival ….
Brossard FREE ADMISSION AND SHOWS
Open to the • International gastronomy
World • Family zone, inflatable games and make-up
Friday August • Exhibitors
• Teen Zone
9 to
Spectacular pyro musical fireworks
SATURDAY Great selection of various international food outlets
10
Parc Sorbonne - 8405, avenue Sorbonne (coin boul. Pelletier)
10 am - 10 pm Free Bus service from Panama Bus Depot to the site
Country & Saturday August 3rd at 6 p.m. Country & Western Corn Roast & Barbecue St Margaret of Antioch
Western Night Church 4955 Montee St Hubert in St -Hubert, Qc (Corner – Payer) Cost is $ 15.00 / Adults Children-
August 3rd $ 7.00 / under age of 12. As always great food and ENTERTAINMENT and Raffle prizes There will be no
tickets sold at the door. To reserve your tickets call: 450-443-8317
Antique Car Four-wheel nostalgia. The 2,400 members of club Voitures Anciennes du Québec (VAQ) are on the
show returns road this summer displaying their loved automobiles. The Saint-Lambert spring visit was rained out,
Sunday August but they will be back on Sunday, August 18 in the village area so come take a walk around yesteryear
18th
Saint-Lambert Days are coming and the annual sidewalk sales return from Thursday, August 22, to
St Lambert Sunday, August 25 with bargains, food trucks, and a chance to mingle with the neighbours. The
Days format is the same as past years music, culture and artists at work, and much more to enjoy. Be sure
to get your appetite ready for some outdoor eating.
Montreal Montreal and the South Shore are great places for Stay Vacations…
Summer Between the Jazz Festival and Just for Laughs festival, there are endless free outdoor family events.
Cultural community, music and theatre festivals. To find out more about what and where things are
Fun
happening in and around the City go to the following link http://www.go-
montreal.com/attraction_events.htm
South Shore There are also various free evening outdoor summer concerts taking place in and around the South
Free Outdoor Shore: Brossard and St Lambert on Thursdays, and Greenfield Park on Wednesdays. Visit your
concerts municipal website for the details. These concerts are open to all, so bring a lawn chair and relax.
Mark the The Montreal International Fireworks Competition: Great Family fun or a cheap date night… The best
Dates South Shore viewing places are at: Champlain CEGEP, Seaway Park or you can also go to the Longueuil
Summer Metro for a great view, or walk up the staircase near the metro to the Jacque Cartier Bridge which
closes to traffic at 8 pm each show time: Plan to come early and leave late as the traffic is heavy
Time
….Best to take public transit. The Sky’s light up at 10 pm. Each night is a different show:
Fireworks Wednesday, July 17, Saturday, July 20, Wednesday, July 24, Saturday, July 27 (Grand Finally)
July-August Information Sessions & Workshops
Wednesday Mental illnesses often present many challenges for family members. Periods of remission may be
followed by relapses, and hope becomes despair. Family members play a critical role in helping
loved ones seek help and embark on a journey of recovery, but it’s not easy! AMI Quebec offers a
July 24 family support group that meet every second Wednesday evening from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the
Aug. 7-21 598 Bellevue N (Greenfield Park) cross Street Park lane. Meetings are July 10-24, August 7. Call for
info 514-486-1448 Starting August 21 the group will move to 106 Churchill Blvd GFP
(For information on various Ami Quebec programs and services visit www.amiquebec.org
Ami Quebec
Call 514-486-1448 or if long distance outside Montreal call 1-877-303-0264.
The South Shore Women’s Ways Circle is a small group of like-hearted women who meet once a
month. The Circle offers women of all ages and background the opportunity to find their authentic
Aug. 27th
voice and practice using it in a life-affirming way. We also use the Circle to connect to nature’s
rhythms and to acknowledge the beauty, wisdom and power of the feminine sprit. No previous
experience of this type of gathering is necessary. All that is needed is an open heart. A donation is
collected in support of a local women’s organization. The meeting dates throughout the summer are
Tuesday, July 16 and Tuesday, August 27. We meet at 83, Churchill Street in Greenfield Park at 7:30
p.m. Newcomers are most welcomed. For more info or to confirm attendance, please contact Julie
at 819-679-1716 or visit WomensWaysCircleMTL@icloud.com
At a Death Café, people, often strangers, gather for coffee to discuss death. Our objective is to
increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.
7:00pm
A Death Café is a discussion group directed with no agenda, objectives or themes. Although a
discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session, many people find talking about
July 31 death to be therapeutic. Death Cafés are always offered in an accessible, respectful and confidential
August 30 space, with no intention of leading people to any conclusion, product or course of action. (Voluntary
small donations are accepted to offset the cost of coffee and snacks). The South Shore Group meets
Sept. 26
once a month (See schedule of dates) at 7 p.m. at 83 Churchill blvd., Greenfield Park.
More information about Death Cafés can be found here: https://deathcafe.com/what/. Just let us
know you’re coming, or ask any questions, by sending an email to dcregister@videotron.ca
South Shore The SSRC Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held as follows:
Date: Thursday, August 29th, 2019 TIME: 6:30 p.m.
Reading
LOCATION: 279 HUBERT STREET, #4, GREENFIELD PARK, QC J4V 1R9
Council AGM Please RSVP by Monday, August 26th, 2019
August 26th By email: ssrc@videotron.ca or by phone: (450)671-4375
Parkinson PARKINSON CANADA Super Walk
Join us on September 8th, at John Abbott College in St . Anne de Bellevue
Canada
Over 25,000 Quebecers are living with Parkinson’s disease
Super Walk One in five are younger than 50 years old
Sept 8th For information contact Parkinson Canada in Quebec 514-357-4291
Email lisa.mintz@parkinson.ca
Arts & Crafts
St. Mary’s Arts & Handmade Crafts Fair.
October 19th 2019, from 9:30am until 3:00pm
Are you a crafter? Do you have some handmade items you would like to sell at a craft fair?
This is the event for you! St-Mary’s Parish, 735 Miller, GFP
Come just to browse, to sample our goodies or to shop!
-CWL ladies will have their best baked goods to offer you!
Over 40 crafters- full meal snack bar-
For info, call Elaine: 450-672-9389
Art Classes are regularly offered with Artist Ingrid Silbermayr at ‘Michaels’ on Taschereau Blvd. in Greenfield Park
every Monday and Wednesday evening between 6:30 and 8:30. Two hours of a creative journey with hands-on lessons
in techniques; Watercolour, acrylic and mixed media! Cost: $20.00 for a two-hour class with a 3-student minimum in
attendance. Materials are extra (students are welcome to bring what they have or buy new). List of themes and
schedules are available at the store or on-line. For NEW registrations and credit card payment, this will take place ONLY
on the Michaels’ website, (no longer at the store).
Fitness & Wellness
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.participaction.app&hl=en_US
Did you now know that regular exercise is good for the brain? Researchers found that the brain aging process had
slowed by 10 years in the more active group, even after taking other factors such as alcohol consumption and high
blood pressure into consideration.
TO FIND A FULL LISTING OF LOCAL PROGRAMS https://www.sscpn.org/stay-fit-in-2019.html
YOGA classes at the Saint-Lambert International school on Saturday’s from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Will continue All
summer long (no breaks). $2 donation goes towards the school. 675 Green Street, St. Lambert, QC J4P 1V9
Great parking. All ages and levels are welcome!
Community Services
South Shore Travel Group: Looking for a friendly group of South Shore folks to take a getaway day trip that picks you up
and drops you off right here on the South Shore!!! (with pick-up and drop-off in the Greenfield Park area). Vicki has
planned a whole list of trips that you can take either with friends or as a way to meet new people. For booking and
information contact Vicki at vzatylny@gmail.com or call 450—550-3628.
The South Shore Ukulele Club gets together the first and third Tuesday of the month at the St. Hubert Legion situated
at 4040 Montee Saint Hubert, at 7:00 pm . We are a Bilingual Club and open to all! The classes are free and we do offer
low cost lessons. email Bob at Madison2004rj@yahoo.ca
Low Cost Legal information service on the Greater South Shore Montérégie Community Justice Centre English-language
Services are offered 6300 Auteuil Street, Suite 503, Brossard 579-723-3700 or toll free: 1-844-723-3700
www.justicedeproximite.qc.ca /en/centres/Montérégie/
Maison Internationale de la Rive-Sud (MIRS) Accompanying and offering support to new comers.
Location(s): 2152, boul. Lapinière, bureau 220 Brossard (Québec) J4W 1L9
Phone Number: 450-445-8777 info@mirs.qc.ca http://www.mirs.qc.ca
Our Harbour offers English-language support and housing services for persons living with mental illness on the South
Shore …. We currently have 8 apartments and if you know of persons who may make for a good resident contact them.
Volunteers and supporters are welcome. Call 450-671-9160 email info@ourharbour.org or go to www.ourharbour.org
MONTÉRÉGIE RESPITE Centre - Seniors attending our respite Centre are keeping very Active, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm,
focusing on memory and wellness …. Each day your love one is provided care, a good lunch, activities and surrounded by
caring staff and volunteers. Ask us about arranging RTL adapted transport. Looking for a place to volunteer (in English)?
MONTÉRÉGIE RESPITE Centre (Now is now a nonprofit Centre ) , 83 Churchill Blvd. Greenfield Park, QC J4V 3L8 (450)
486-4722 -Hospital Services; our specialists or companions commit to follow the participants they care for should they
be hospitalized. This lessens the stress they feel by being moved out of their usual environment.
EMAIL: info@adultdaycare.ca WEBSITE: www.adultdaycare
Talking about Suicide Saves Lives The Association Québécoise de prévention du suicide (AQPS) has a new Suicide
awareness program. The AQPS call number 1-866 APPELLE (277-3553) is available in English and French and is available
to all Quebecers across the Province regardless were you live. https://howtotalkaboutsuicide.com/
Quebec Arthritis Society national health charity, fueled by donors and volunteers, with a vision to live in a world where
people can be free from the devastating effects that arthritis has on lives. For information and support visit the Arthritis
Society https://arthritis.ca/about-us/about-the-arthritis-society/
The Canadian Celiac Association The Canadian Celiac Association is the national voice for anyone adversely affected by
gluten and is dedicated to improving diagnosis and quality of life. For information
go www.celiac.ca or info@celiac.ca
Com’Femme is a bilingual group whose mission is to improve living conditions for women living in the Montérégie
(Brossard, St Hubert). They support various projects such as “knitted knockers” for breast cancer survivors. For more
information please contact 450-676-7719 or visit www.comfemme.org
CHIP ( Communicaid for Hearing Impaired Person) -Offers assistance and workshops in English for persons who
experience hearing loss. They provide resources and communication tools and training. While based in Montreal they
will reach out to the South Shore English-speaking community. Call: 514-488-5522 visit www.hearhear.org Email
info@hearhear.org
The Mission Novelle Géneration The Community Food Bank in Brossard (near the Mall Champlain) 1423 Provencher.
New Telephone Number 450-486-7667 is open from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. If you have gently
used items, we suggest you donate them to their thrift shop. The items may be sold at a low cost, and the funds go right
back into the community. The store is run by volunteers and special needs persons. You can drop off items from 10:00
am to 4:00 pm Tuesday and Thursday. Volunteers are welcome, very bilingual www.missionnouvellegeneration.org
In Need of Temporary Financial Assistance (donation)? If you are having real temporary financial problems (could be a
student, single mother/father, old, sick, poor, abused or anyone else in real temporary need) and require financial aid to
put your life in order, call Vinesh Saxena family foundation at 450-468-7539 or visit website: www.vsffoundation.ca
Le CIJAD - CJE de Laporte Bilingual Job Search Assistance Looking for a job that lives up to your ambitions? We can help
you through services that meet your needs! JOB SEARCH ORIENTATION ENTREPRENEURSHIP 1800, Saint-Pierre
Lemoyne Street (Québec) J4P 3K2 Phone: 450.671.8949 http://cijad-cjelaporte.org/home.php
info@cijad-cjelaporte.org
Brossard has a no kill program under the CSRM where stray cats are captured, sterilized, and released.
However, some are maintained in the community with volunteers looking to be adopted. Because
of added demand on volunteers, they are looking for donations of dry or canned cat food. If you can
help, please email us: catlovers.gat@gmail.com
All donations are very much appreciated
Looking a place to read a good book and cool down during hot summer days? Visit these two local libraries for a wide
collection of English-language books, DVDs, and other reading material. While you need to be a member to take out
books, etc. you can make use of their reading room for free…
Greenfield Park Library 225 Empire Greenfield Park (all residents of Longueuil can join).
Bibliothèque de Brossard Georgette-Lepage, 7855 San-Francisco avenue, Brossard, J4X 2A4 tel: 450 923-
6350 bibliotheque@brossard.ca
Looking for a wide selection of English Language magazines visit The Pharmprix on Taschereau GFP
South Shore Retired Educators
Why not join the South Shore Retired Educators? We have very interesting Speakers & Munchies.
Anyone who has worked in Elementary and High School Education as a Teacher, Support Staff, Administrator or School
Board Personnel who have worked with Students or Staff, are all eligible! Just as simple as that!
Meeting 6 times a year usually Thursday afternoon at the Mount Bruno United Church hall:
25 Lakeview Ave in St. Bruno by the lake. We have very interesting Speakers & Munchies.
For Information: southshoreretirededucators@gmail.com
We have a nominal annual fee. Why not come and join us for fun, fellowship and refreshments!
SSRE 2019-20 THURSDAY Meeting Dates:
September 12th _February 20th, _November 14Th, December 12th-
Reduced mobility program from Longueil Fire Department (Brossard-St Lambert) . The Agglomeration Longueuil fire
department is urging people who have reduced mobility due to old age or a handicap, especially those who use a
wheelchair, a cane or a walker, as well as any person who would be unable to leave a building without assistance, to
sign up for the free Programme secours adapté program. In the event of a fire or other emergency, firefighters and
police officers would be informed immediately of that person’s location. In order to register, fill out the form which is
available online at www.longueuil.quebec/fr/formulaire/secours-adapte and mail it to the fire department
You can call or email for English copy of the form : Telephone : 450 463-7038
Courriel incendies@longueuil.quebec___________________The volunteer community organization La Mosaïque is asking for donations of large second hand appliances such as
refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, freezers, ovens and stoves in good condition for distribution to underprivileged
families who need them urgently. La Mosaïque will pick up your donations from your home anywhere on the South
Shore. Please contact La Mosaïque by telephone at (450) 465-1803 or by email at info@lamosaique.qc.ca
211 is easy number to remember 2-1-1) 211 Telephone referral for community
services available for Residents of the Greater Montreal area, including the South
Shore. By calling the 211-telephone line for information on community and social
resources such as home support and housing for seniors, support associations for
people with intellectual or physical disabilities, psychosocial support for victims of
domestic violence and sexual assault, treatment for addiction, and mental health
advocacy groups. The service is free and multilingual and is available seven days a
week from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Residents can also visit at 211qc.ca and the web
https://www.211qc.ca/en/about
Did you know that Spanish, Arabic and Italian are among the
26 additional languages in which the Canada Food Guide
Snapshot is now available in?
Canada is a country that prides itself on its cultural diversity. This diversity
is reflected in the wide variety of traditions and lifestyles evident in
Canada. Food is one way to explore our own cultures and traditions; it’s
also a way to discover new tastes from around the world. Canada’s Food
Guide already highlights the benefits of including food from different
cultures and traditions as a part of healthy eating. Now, Health Canada is
making it even easier for the many Canadians whose first language is not
English or French to follow the guidance in Canada’s Food Guide.
With the Food Guide, you can expand your healthy eating and food skills. Explore recipes and cooking
methods from many different cultural backgrounds.
Discover your Food Guide at Canada.ca/FoodGuide. To order printed copies, click here.
You can also subscribe to Health Canada’s newsletter to stay up-to-date on Canada’s Food Guide, including
many healthy recipes and tips.
To share the post from the Healthy Canadians Facebook page, click here.Hot Weather. Be Prepared!
Tips for Seniors and People with Disabilities:
Seniors and people with disabilities are more prone to heat-related health problems. Many
are on combinations of medications that further slow the body’s ability to deal with heat.
Here are some general guidelines to provide basic information about maintaining well being when the weather is hot.
1. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER – don’t wait until you’re thirsty. You lose a lot of water through perspiration. Carry a water
bottle with you if you are able to.
2. AVOID ALCOHOL AND CAFFEINE – they cause your body to lose more water.
3. STAY IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA – circulation of air helps you keep
cool. Open a window or turn on a fan or air conditioner. Go to public areas that have air condition
i.e.: Shopping Centres, Libraries
4. DRESS “COOL” - Wear loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing, sunscreen, and a Broad-brimmed hat.
5. AVOID UNNECESSARY ACTIVITY - especially in a hot environment. I.e. Gardening, Walks
6. KNOW YOUR MEDICATION – the heat may affect your reaction to certain
medications contact your pharmacist or call 811 with any questions or concerns
7. HAVE A FRIEND CHECK UP ON YOU – plan to have a friend check on you at
different times of the day when the temperature is extremely high.
8. PLAN AHEAD – try to plan your outside activities during the coolest part of
the day, early in the morning or later in the evening.
9. TAKE YOUR TIME – leave plenty of extra time so you don’t have to run around in a hurry.
10. EAT LIGHT MEALS. (During the cooler periods prepare extra meals and eaten latter)
What are the symptoms to watch for?
Exhaustion (fatigue) Dehydration) (dry mouth)
Headaches Dizziness
Confusion Fainting
If these symptoms are present, call Info-Santé at 8-1-1 or consult a health professional.
If there is fever in addition to those symptoms, this may be heatstroke, which is a medical emergency. In this
case, call 9-1-1 to get help.
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possible, and
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We invite you to share our newsletter with family and friends.
We do not share our email contact list with 3rd parties.
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