Today, Police in Orlando Florida have reported that they have recovered the body of a 2-year-old boy after an alligator dragged him into a lagoon in front of his family while vacationing at the Disney Resort.
The child was grabbed by the 4 to 7 foot alligator while he was playing at the water’s edge yesterday night. His father tried to save him but despite his efforts, he was unable to.
The Seven Seas Lagoon, is a man-made lake reaching up to 14 feet in depth.
Laval city watch June 11 2016
The administration has addressed the delay time in its issuing of construction certificates by changing the criteria of building projects requiring permits. They will not require contractors/citizens to obtain permits for minor structure projects and renovations. Starting in June 2016 for buildings of one to three dwellings some projects whose value is less than $ 5,000 will not require a permit or approval from the Urban Planning Department. This change simplifies procedures for the execution of minor works.
As a result it is expected that this change will free up man power to process requests quicker thus improving the approval times for permits of jobs in excess of $ 5,000 or more. As there are technical criteria and exceptions to every general policy citizens/contractors are encouraged to check with the City of Laval before beginning any projects to check whether or not they need to obtain a permit.
To promote the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Laval Symphony Orchestra (LSO) and its special programming this year the Executive Committee have granted a subsidy of $ 150,000 for this year’s operational budget. The added financial support will allow the LSO to expand this season’s repertoire.
In addition to its customary programming and performances the orchestra will now also schedule some lectures before performances, open rehearsals to the public and plan events in the classroom. Special accommodation will be offered at centers for seniors and the Laval Symphony Orchestra will offer three free performances in parks and or on the river banks of Laval this summer.
The city has been a major partner of the Orchestra as close to 95% of Laval citizens have benefited in some way from their productions. Raynald Adams, Councillor for Renaud and member of the executive committee declared, “the orchestra is cherished by Laval residents and it is the vision of the City of Laval to promote it within and beyond our borders.”
On May 5th 2016 the City of Laval organized the inaugural celebration of entrepreneurship in Laval the ‘OSE 2016’. This new occasion was conceived to promote entrepreneurship by providing a forum to highlight local achievements. In order to stimulate the entrepreneurial spirit of the four hundred participants OSE Laval provided a rich program of diverse activities.
Participants had access to experienced mentors in private meetings/lectures, access to 40 information booths at the Salon des Entrepreneurs exhibits as well as numerous open innovations in business workshops. Highlighting the lecture series was the head chef Jean-François Plante of L’Aromate Restaurant, Laval entrepreneur Annie Racicot of Inspiration Pilates and Osteopathy and the former dragon, François Lambert of Boostmi Capital and Impulse.
The event concluded with an evening gala at which the Laval winners of the 18th edition of regional economic development awards, the ‘Defi OSEntreprendre’ were presented. There are 16 winners, 10 in the Business Creation division and most importantly 6 of the Student Entrepreneurship division which involves students as young as the elementary school level. The winners will represent Laval in the provincial gala the Grand Prix Desjardins held later this year.
To provide participants with quality workshops and conferences the city of Laval contributed a sum of $ 50,000 to the Corporation of the Salle André-Mathieu whose team was responsible for the coordination of the technical services, rentals, as well as programming of the event. “OSE Laval 2016, this is an event that reaffirms our belief that Laval is a breeding ground for business,” stated David De Cotis, vice president of the Executive Committee responsible for economic development.
The Executive Committee had approved the program for its outdoor pools, authorizing the organization of various aquatic activities this summer in the 20 municipal pools and 8 wading water parks. The program also tabled the management needs and budgets required for human resources required to operate the pools and registration activities.
Traditionally municipal pool openings coincide with the onset of the school summer break in time for the St. Jean Baptiste weekend. An exception this year is that there will be a preseason opening of the newly renovated Saint-Vincent-de-Paul pool on June 13th 2016. “The extension of opening hours and generous activities planned at the various pools promises an eventful summer for Laval families,” declared member of the executive David De Cotis. Laval residents can refer to the exact programming schedule of their regional outdoor pools and wading pools at the local municipal sport and leisure offices, (Bureau Municipale de Loisirs et sports- BMLs).
The administration will continue its subvention program for residents of Laval aged 65 and older (formerly the water tax rebate). Residents who meet the eligibility requirements of Regulation L-12221 can apply for a subsidy of $100 per household occupied by at least one person aged 65 whether tenant or owner or $200 if at least one person aged 65 and over receives the guaranteed income supplement paid by the Government of Canada’s old age security act.
In order to make the City of Laval increasingly inclusive, members of the executive committee relaxed the regulation to grant a subsidy to support people aged 65 and over. Now the addition of “spouse” in the definition aged over 65 years has made the payment of the subsidy to a household as long as one of the occupants whether they are the owner or renter on record, is aged at least 65 years.
To qualify for the grant, citizens must be aged 65 or over and resident in the territory of the City as of May 1st 2016. They can be renters or homeowners of a located in Laval that they use as a primary residence. They must complete the grant application form provided for this purpose and provide all required documents. Pre-filled forms were mailed May 17th 2016 to people who have received the grant in 2015.
For people making a first application, a downloadable version of the form is available on the city website. Residents who were eligible and did not receive a pre-application form and first time applicants can call 450 978-5700.
While on the subject of support for Laval’s elderly, seniors are reminded that public transport provided by the local transport agency (STL) is free for Laval seniors aged 65 and over as of May 1st 2014. Laval’s senior residents can ride on the Laval bus network for free as long as they procure an OPUS card which can be purchased for the price of $15 in cash. This pass is available at the two AMT metropolitan ticket offices located in Laval (Cartier and Montmorency Terminus). You must provide a valid Identification card (with proof of age) and a proof of residency (copy of property tax bill, rental lease or hydro bill is generally acceptable).
Benefactors of this aide are reminded that this free pass is not valid in train and metro stations in Laval. The OPUS card that must be purchased is valid for a period of 7 years.
(TLN)
On May 27, Fabre Liberal MNA Monique Sauvé presented the National Assembly Medal to Charles Leblanc, 19, as an acknowledgement of his achievements in sports as well as academics. The Leblanc family was present at Sauvé’s Laval offices for the moment.
According to a release from the MNA’s office, Sauvé has been aware of Leblanc’s achievements for some time. Leblanc, who is currently attending the University of Pittsburgh, has excelled in baseball in the U.S. as well as in his academics.
“We talk too little about the success of our youths,” said Sauvé. “Charles should be a model for others. That’s why it’s important to talk about him and that is why I decided to give him the National Assembly Medal. His exceptional journey, his connection with the sports community and everything he does for Quebec while abroad prove the worth of giving him this medal.”
Andrianna celebrating her 9th birthday & Andrew also celebrating his 9th birthday.
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Martin C. Barry
In its latest annual report, the Laval/Laurentian chapter of one of Quebec’s largest lobby groups for retired and pre-retired people criticizes the provincial Liberal government’s austerity plan and says Quebec should be doing more to level the field between rich and poor rather than contributing to social inequalities.
Members of the local chapter of the Association Québécoise de défense des droits des personnes retraitées et préretraitées met at Laval’s Place des aînés on Curé Labelle Blvd. in Chomedey on May 31. In the annual report tabled by AQDR chapter president Pierre Lynch, he wrote that AQDR Laval-Laurentides believes firmly “that the Quebec government has the means to do otherwise, it’s a question of choice.
“We urge them to adopt progressive measures that favour a better sharing of the wealth and which contribute to creating a more just Quebec, more egalitarian and more solidary, rather than increasing the social inequalities,” he continued.
According to Lynch, AQDR Laval-Laurentides has joined with other like-minded organizations to participate in several demonstrations, most notably one that took place last May 1 with 500 people, which he said was the largest of its kind held in Laval to date for that purpose.
Lynch told some two dozen branch members who attended the annual general meeting that one of the main impacts of the Liberal government’s cutbacks has been a drastic reduction in grants and subsidies paid to community groups, and the AQDR is not alone in having suffered from this.
“There are several that have closed,” he said. “We continue to exist, but the times are hard and we can no longer allow ourselves to have just any kind of activity we please and we have to watch our expenses closely.”
The AQDR Laval-Laurentides annual report states that in the past year the organization made the rounds of federal MPs and provincial MNAs to raise their awareness of the financial difficulties faced by many senior citizens and the organizations that represent them. The most notable problem they face, it said, is chronic under-financing for home care services.
Commenting on the Liberal austerity program during the meeting, Lynch noted that the AQDR’s efforts haven’t generated much reaction so far from certain provincial ministers. “I think they’re holding onto their money to get themselves re-elected in two years,” he said.
“I hope you’re all going to have memorized at some point the fact that when they’re trying to be re-elected, it will be important to remember what they cut from community organizations. They think we’re going to forget it because two, three or four years will have gone by, but it’ll be important to remember it.”
In an interview with the Laval News, Lynch said most cuts made by the provincial government to grants paid to community groups “are unacceptable. They are in the process of strangling community organizations.” But apart from community groups, Lynch said the government’s cuts to health care in particular are impacting the public in general. “Presently we’re not getting the proper financing in Laval and it’s the same thing in the Laurentians,” he said. “We’re not getting our proper share of the financing at this point.”
In the conclusion to the AQDR Laval-Laurentides’ 2015-2016 report, Lynch writes that “the repeated attacks on the rights acquired by senior citizens over time, the many reductions in health services, the systematic increase in taxes and tariffs as well as significant modifications in public retirement pensions have multiplied over the past year.
“In this context, the AQDR has had to double up its efforts in its vigilance mission in defence of the rights of the senior population. I think we have been up to this challenge and that we have been able to fulfill our mission. Rest assured that AQDR Laval-Laurentides will fiercely pursue the defence of the rights of senior persons and that we are making all efforts needed for the realization of our mission.”
(TLN)
On May 26, Laval executive-committee vice-president David De Cotis and Saint-Martin city councillor Aline Dib took part in a ground-breaking ceremony marking the start of construction on the new Carrefour Santé 440.
Many medical services
The new facility on the southern service road of Autoroute 440 near Autoroute 13 will offer a number of professional health services under its roof when built. Notably it will have a family medicine clinic, a sports medicine centre, a surgical clinic for minor operations, an occupational therapy clinic, an orthotics/prosthetics clinic and a diagnostic radiology clinic.
As well, there will also be services for audiology, physiology and a pharmacy. The ground-breaking took place with Dr. Pierre Ranger, an orthopedics surgeon and director of the Centre de médecine sportive de Laval, as well as with numerous other partners in the project.
All under one roof
“This important project aims to improve accessibility and quality of care for patients by bringing together under one roof a variety of services and professionals in health,” said Ronald Laramée, developer and president for planning of Plani Pro Inc.
The centre will have three storeys with more than 300 parking spaces. Opening is foreseen for February 2017. The family medicine clinic will be opening a month later in March. Around 50 health professionals are expected to occupy the building.
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This is a archived copy in PDF format of the Laval News Volume 24-12 that was published and distributed June 11, 2016.
This issue covers local events such us politics, sports and human interest stories. It features editorials and other columns
This recall involves Jululu Bijoux brand pacifier clips. These pacifier clips have 6 or 7 silicone beads on a satin ribbon, with a crocodile clip on the end used to attach the pacifier to the child’s clothing.
Only those pacifier clips that have the clip shown in the image on the left are affected by the recall.
The crocodile clip can break and small pieces can detach, presenting a choking hazard for young children.
Health Canada has not received any reports of consumer incidents or injuries related to the use of this product. Jululu Bijoux has received reports of nine incidents involving breakage of the pacifier clip. Jululu Bijoux has not received any reports of injuries.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see the General Toy Safety Tips on the Healthy Canadians website.
Between 200 and 300 of the defective pacifier clips were sold in Canada, in the province of Quebec only. The recalled pacifier clips were sold from April 29, 2016, to May 19, 2016.
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled pacifier clips from the reach of children and return them to the purchase location for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Jululu Bijoux by visiting the company’s website (in French only).
(SOURCE: Government of Canada)
Atkins Nutritionals Inc. is recalling Atkins brand bars containing sunflower seeds from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described below.
If you think you became sick from eating a recalled product, call your doctor.
Check to see if you have recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.
Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, the infection can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn or even stillbirth. In severe cases of illness, people may die. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products.
| Brand name | Common name | Size | Code(s) on product | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atkins Day Break | Chocolaty Hazelnut Bar | 200 g (5 x 40 g bars) | Best Before 2016 OC 23 K5296 4 and Best Before 2016 DE 16 K5350 4 | 6 37480 01532 5 |
| Atkins Day Break | Cranberry Almond | 175 g (5 x 35 g bars) | Best Before 2017 MR 28* K6088 2 | 6 37480 01568 4 |
| Atkins Day Break | Chocolaty Chip Granola Bar | 240 g (5 x 48 g bars) | Best Before 2016 OC 23 K5296 4 | 6 37480 35364 9 |
(Source: Government of Canada)
This recall involves Joe Fresh® Baby Girls Denim Overalls in blue with white polka dots with the style code BGU6OP1905.
| Size | UPC |
|---|---|
| 0-3 MONTHS | 57197 39441 2 |
| 3-6 MONTHS | 57197 39442 9 |
| 6-12 MONTHS | 57197 39443 6 |
| 12-18 MONTHS | 57197 39444 3 |
| 18-24 MONTHS | 57197 39446 7 |
The snaps on the bib of the romper may fall off resulting in a choking hazard for children. Health Canada has not received any reports of consumer incidents or injuries related to the use of the Baby Girls Denim Overalls.
Loblaw Companies Limited has received one report in Canada of the snap coming off, with no injuries.
Approximately 954 of the recalled Baby Girls Denim Overalls were sold at Loblaw Companies Limited banner stores across Canada.
(SOURCE: Government of Canada)
