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CALACS West Island; a driving force in sexual violence prevention and support.
A profile of CALACS, an organization with services tailored to victims of sexual violence.

Carey Tate
Aug 4, 20221 min read
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23-year-old seeks life-saving cancer treatments in Houston, but needs our help getting there
Maria hopes to attend a life-changing clinical trial at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston; however, it comes with a hefty price tag.

Carey Tate
Jul 22, 20222 min read
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The Liam Foundation spotlights mitochondrial disease awareness in collaboration with Chris Nilan
A touching interview for an important cause, the West Island News features the Liam Foundation and presents Liam Reason, Mito Warrior.

Carey Tate
Jul 6, 20223 min read
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MADA offers a range of charitable services to West Islanders with their satellite location
MADA's West Island location expands upon MADA Community Center's objectives of food security and building a sense of community.

Julianna Cavallaro
Jul 1, 20225 min read
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N-Hance Quebec celebrates a successful first year
N-Hance offers quality wood refinishing services, and the #1 Cabinet Refinisher in Canada is quickly expanding into Quebec.

West Island News
Jun 10, 20221 min read
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SUB Montreal local, Akeen Kidder is turning yarn into unique masterpieces
Ak The Yarn Art Guy uses yarn to create portraits, sceneries, abstract designs and so much more.

Eva Tomlin
Jun 3, 20222 min read
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How this local artist is using cartooning to create a sense of hope for Ukrainians
Using a variety of mediums, McAdams creates simple, yet powerful tableaus, often with an important social message.
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May 5, 20222 min read
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Inspiring work from a Montreal based poet
Elias recently released a poetry collection called The Side Effects of Caring"
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Apr 1, 20222 min read
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Meet Kelly-Anne Soutter-Burns: A woman who strives to make a difference
Kelly-Anne Sutter-Bruns is a woman from the West Island who generously helps less fortunate communities.
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Mar 11, 20222 min read
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Handling tragedy: How a local mom found herself after her son was diagnosed with cancer
West Island News sat down with Angie Schizas. We talked about her experience with childhood cancer, and her love of all things beauty.
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Mar 8, 20222 min read
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Everlasting love: how a Lasalle man has turned heartbreak into heroism
A local man is carrying on his wife's legacy by giving back to his community.
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Jan 28, 20223 min read
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Power of community: How a Facebook group saved Christmas for these Indigenous women
The power of community is immeasurable.
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Dec 7, 20213 min read
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Advocating Accessibility: Madison Goodall-Monk and her work with Spectrum
It’s safe to say that movies and TV have taken a large part of our lives, especially because we have spent a lot more time inside over...
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Nov 21, 20213 min read
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Santa to a Senior: how a West Island mom is bringing joy to the elderly this holiday season.
For most, Christmas is the time of year that is often spent with loved ones, all while surrounded by the joyful spirit of giving. As the...

Julianna Cavallaro
Nov 9, 20212 min read
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Nada Nasreddine's 22-year journey on the Board of Directors with West Island Community Shares
West Island resident stepping down from the board of directors at West Island Community Shares after an impressive 22-year career.
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Oct 21, 20213 min read
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In Conversation: Kris Artuso & Tatum Quinn
Through relationship fall-outs, rejections and a worldwide pandemic- Quinn has found the stamina and inspiration needed to blow her career w

Rhonda Massad
Jul 29, 20218 min read
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How Doug Miller is bringing live music back to the West Island.
West-Island’s very own Doug Miller has been the man responsible for producing various musical events in the West Island.

Alessandro De Luca
Jul 4, 20212 min read
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In Conversation: Isabelle Giard
For all her life Isabelle Giard has lived with Spina Bifida, a birth defect that affects the spine. While many have assumed that this condi

Rhonda Massad
Jun 2, 20213 min read
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