Egyptian Mummies: Exploring Ancient Lives Julie Kalan November 27, 2019 220 The current must-see exhibit at the Fine Arts Museum combines ancient culture and cutting-edge technology, to bring us a comprehensive and coherent look into the life of ancient Egyptians. Making its North Amer...
“How do I compare financially?” Assessing how your savings compare with others Lynn MacNeil November 25, 2019 231 Managing Your Money “How do I compare with others?” This is a question that I often get asked by clients who want to know how they compare financially to others their age. It’s a difficult question to answer...
Markers Fund – investment and management for start-up business operators The Montrealer November 23, 2019 284 Industry-defining startups are often characterized by stories of the triumph of ingenuity, resilience, boundless enthusiasm, and bold thinking. Above all else, these stories are defined by the people behind the...
Nutcracker Market – November 28 to December 8, 2019 LiveEvents November 22, 2019 290 All your gifts, one great cause! The 10th edition of the Nutcracker Market will take place from November 28 to December 8, 2019. Over 100 exhibitors will come together in the Palais des Congrès shopping mall...
Fondation Yvon Michel raises funds in support of metastatic breast cancer patients Kate Shingler November 21, 2019 379 The Yvon Michel Foundation is partnering with the McGill University Health Center (MUHC) Foundation to support an innovative new research project led by Dr. Peter Metrakos, Head of the Cancer Research Program a...
Gloria Bass – an 18-carat golden success Peter Kerr October 26, 2019 642 Gloria Bass was pursuing her Arts degree at McGill when she met the man she would marry - and as fate would have it, her marriage indirectly led to a lifelong career of creating unique custom made jewelry. Glor...
MUHC Foundation’s Dream Big: Fix Broken Hearts campaign will transform cardiovascular care Kate Shingler October 24, 2019 917 On September 17, the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) Foundation launched the Dream Big: Fix Broken Hearts campaign, a $50 million fundraising effort supported by campaign co-chairs Patricia Saputo, Patri...
MiniBiblioPLUS Changing young lives one book at a time Peter Kerr October 22, 2019 915 Many of our readers are familiar with the Fraser Hickson Library and the issues it faced in finding a new home. In 2012, Helen Fortin (then Fundraising Consultant) conducted a needs analysis, and made recommend...
Genuine curiosity is the key to feeling understood Lynn MacNeil October 19, 2019 697 Managing Your Money Curiosity is the foundation of understanding. And this is especially true in relationships, both personal and professional. In a professional relationship, be it with your doctor, lawyer,...
Barry F. Lorenzetti Foundation Annual Gala raises $500,000 to mental health initiatives The Montrealer October 10, 2019 1342 Montreal Faces It was a tremendous party at the elegant St. James Theatre for an excellent cause – to raise funds to support grassroots initiatives in support of Mental Health. The funds raised are dedicated...
