An enduring legacy of support for the next generation of Canadian neuroscientists Melissa Arauz March 13, 2022 2107 In 2006, a travel award was created in memory of the late neuroscientist, Dr. Hubert van Tol, thanks to the generous support of the Seger-van Tol family. Dr. Hubert van Tol was born on September 20, 1959, in M...
Five Canadian research teams receive major grants from Bell Let’s Talk and Brain Canada Melissa Arauz February 15, 2022 2032 In 2021, Bell Let’s Talk and Brain Canada joined forces to launch the Bell Let’s Talk-Brain Canada Mental Health Research Program – a unique initiative to support the development of innovative solutions that wi...
JGH Foundation donors help fund the critical cancer research of Dr. Nathalie Johnson Sarah Fletcher January 18, 2022 4447 “I was always fascinated with the science and the biology of lymphoma,” said Dr. Nathalie Johnson, a clinician-scientist at the Lady Davis Institute of the Jewish General Hospital (JGH). “There’s a possibility ...
Donor-Advised Funds simplify the process of giving and provide immediate tax benefits The Montrealer January 17, 2022 2170 The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal (JCF) encourages charitable giving by making it easy, efficient, and tax smart. Humble Beginnings Since being founded in 1971 by Arthur Pascal and a group of leader...
Dr. Joe Schwarcz – Director of The McGill Office for Science and Society – “Separating myth from science” Peter Kerr December 17, 2021 4544 Dr. Joe Schwarcz has been making chemistry popular for 40+ years. He’s also an accomplished magician, loves Broadway musicals and is an avid sports fan. When first interviewed by The Montrealer in 2007, Dr. ...
Dr. Donald Vinh – Montreal physician and world-renowned researcher contributes to the fight against COVID-19 Peter Kerr December 1, 2021 6825 Dr. Donald Vinh is a talented medical researcher and practicing physician who is recognized as one of North America’s leading epidemiologists. In 2020 Dr. Vinh was the Canadian lead researcher who identified a ...
Beethoven and Brahms – May 11-12, 2021 LiveEvents May 6, 2021 1468 Bourgie Hall presents Beethoven and Brahms A concert of chamber music in the purest tradition, featuring a daring string trio by Beethoven followed by a piano quartet by Brahms written in the manner of the st...
Bringing Canada to the forefront of scientific innovation Melissa Arauz April 6, 2021 2286 Buzzing with excitement and filled with ground-breaking ideas, the next generation of brain scientists are eager to push the envelope and take us deeper into the unknown. From exploring the effects of cannabis ...
Thomas Mulcair – from a life in politics to a new career as a political commentator and university professor Peter Kerr March 8, 2021 6056 After decades of public service as a Member of Quebec’s National Assembly and then as a Federal Member of Parliament in the House of Commons, Thomas Mulcair has successfully launched a new career as a political...
Montreal soprano Suzie LeBlanc appointed Artistic and Executive Director of Early Music Vancouver The Montrealer January 10, 2021 1497 LeBlanc becomes first female Artistic and Executive Director in EMV’s 50-year History In December, Early Music Vancouver (EMV), announced the appointment of Suzie LeBlanc C.M. as Artistic and Executive Directo...