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A new housing association in Montreals West Island is on a mission to teach tenants about their rights -- a service organizers say has long been neglected in the area.

The St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Ball celebrated its 86th anniversary, raising $1,503,965 net recently for mental health. The CIUSSS de l’Ouest-de-l’Île-de-Montréal used the opportunity to announce an additional $500,000 contribution

“A lot of people would think it’s absurd to run a business around a one-day holiday, but it works,&#34 says Noël Éternels director of operations.

As Montreal gears up for another frosty season, you might be wondering how to enjoy the city without giving your wallet the cold shoulder. From skating under the stars to the sweet victory of finding the perfect sledding hill, we've got your winter weekends sorted — no frostbite on your finances, guaranteed.

"We are extremely touched to know that, despite the current difficult economic context, Quebecers have demonstrated unwavering support of our mission."

“All along in my career, the whole point was helping the public,” said Hurley, a former Montreal police officer.

"For us they're ordinary normal people who are going through a situation," says the director of a food bank in Montreal's West Island. "They're not people on the outskirts of society."

Justin Charland, 33, was on probation when he was arrested last week.

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