Dr. Joe Schwarcz – Director of The McGill Office for Science and Society – “Separating myth from science” Peter Kerr December 17, 2021 4915 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 7215 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 1575 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 2483 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 6665 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 1629 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...
Duke Eatmon is “Mr. Entertainment” on CBC radio and television, and a whole lot more Peter Kerr September 16, 2020 7639 Duke Eatmon - Montreal broadcaster, teacher, musician and promoter combines a charismatic personality with a wealth of musical knowledge for his popular contributions to CBC radio and television Duke Eatmo...
600+ events at McGill’s Schulich School of Music Peter Kerr December 30, 2018 2439 Throughout the academic year, the Schulich School of Music hosts concerts by the McGill Symphony Orchestra, Opera McGill, the McGill Baroque Orchestra, McGill Contemporary Music Ensemble, McGill Choral Ensemble...
McGill’s Schulich School of Music – training students to be world-class musicians Peter Kerr December 29, 2018 3438 McGill’s Schulich School of Music – training students to be world-class musicians of the next generation A mix of free and moderately priced weekly performances are open to the public Performances by The M...
Irwin Cotler – a tireless champion for Human Rights Peter Blaikie November 13, 2018 5903 Irwin Cotler’s life has been a relentless and tireless fight for justice for others. His has been a life of public service, not only in the usual sense of political service, but also in the broader sense, perh...
