Mont Tremblant Trip for Seniors

About the Trip: You will have four hours to explore the village on your own individually and in small groups. You can have unlimited free gondola ride between the bottom of the village and the top of the village.

Here is an interactive pedestrian village map of Mont Tremblant.

Boarding the Buses:

• You can board the bus in i) Kanata, ii) Orleans, or iii) Nepean Sportsplex – See the timings below.
• Prior to Boarding the bus, please write your name on the back of your ticket and hand over your ticket and the signed Waiver form. Each person travelling on this trip must give a separate Waiver form.
• In the morning, you will be handed a pack of snacks and water at the time of boarding the bus.
  
• On return from Mont Tremblant, you will have coffee/tea + snack at McDonald/Tim Hortons.

Program for the Day:

• At 08:45 AM – Board buses at Kanata and Orleans
  • Bus 1 comes to Kanata at Beaverbrook Ottawa Public Library, 2500 Campeau Drive [Those boarding at Kanata, please arrive by 08:30 AM]
  • Bus 2 comes to Orleans at Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd [Those boarding at Kanata, please arrive by 08:30 AM]
• At 09:15 AM – Board the buses at Nepean Sportsplex, 1701 Woodroffe Drive, Nepean [Please arrive by 08:30 AM]
• At 09:30 AM – Both buses leave Nepean Sportsplex for Mont Tremblant
• Around 12:0o PM– Buses arrive at Mont Tremblant
• 12:00 – 4:00 PM – People explore Mont Tremblant village on their own – individually or in groups
• At 4:00 PM – Everyone boards the bus at the foot of Mont Tremblant village
  • Kanata passengers Bus 1
  • Orleans passengers board Bus 2
• At 4:30 PM – Buses stop at a McDonald/Tim Hortons location for coffee/snacks
• Around 7:00 PM – Arrive in Ottawa:
  • Bus 1 goes to Kanata, then to Nepean Sportsplex
  • Bus 2 goes to Orleans, then to Nepean Sportsplex

Preparation:

• Be prepared for rain or shine! Light jacket, comfortable shoes, hat/cap, sunscreen, umbrella and a good sense of humour with a spirit of adventure :).
• For the picnic, feel free to bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket, walking poles or stick.
• Lunch: You may bring your own lunch, and also have fun if you arrange picnic potluck in smaller groups with your circle of friends. Or, you could purchase your food at one of the many restaurants in the village, or enjoy the Food Festival at Mont Tremblant that week.
• Have essentials on hand for the day-long trip: The trip is almost 11 hours long — Do consider to bring what you need, i.e. extra snack food, drinks, medicines, etc.
• Departure from Mont Tremblant: Return to the boarding spot by 4:00 sharp. Do not miss the bus; there is no public transportation available from Mont Tremblant to Ottawa.

About Mont-Tremblant

Mont-Tremblant is a municipality in the Canadian province Québec, set within the Laurentian Mountains north-west of Montréal. The year-round Mont-Tremblant Ski Resort, on the shores of Lake Tremblant, features acclaimed winter sports, golf courses and a pedestrian shopping village.

Special Feature during September 10-18: Tremblant Gourmand
This don’t-miss event for died-in-the-wool gourmets features conferences, dynamic activities, culinary demonstrations and tastings of delicious local products! This year, the chefs include Max Lavoie (the Guru of BBQ), Éric Gonzalez, Patrick Bermand, Jonathan Garnier, Olivier Tali and many more!

Activities and attractions
100% adrenalin outings. Excursions in nature and lungs filled with fresh air. Leisure spots to relax and fill up with energy. Mont-Tremblant is the perfect destination for entertainment as a family, a couple, between friends or solo.

Events
World-class events. Welcoming local festivities. Throughout the year, Mont-Tremblant is a unique gathering place for families, sports fans, music, culture and art.

Restaurants and bars
Chefs, craftsmen, artisans, sommeliers and reputable establishments. Local tastes, fine or traditional menus. One of the largest wineries in Québec. Warm and accessible tables. Festive bars. Everything for feasting and having fun in the evening.

Shopping
Jewellery stores, sports stores, clothing stores and retail outlets – all nearby. For a window shopping sessions, a holiday souvenir, and a surprise or for the item you completely forgot at home, Mont-Tremblant makes your life easier!

For further information: Please contact

• Prabir Neogi (613-746-2329)
• Atulesh Nandi (613-820-7214)
• Arun Roy (613-837-1936)

R.S.V.P. by Email: Arun Roy

Interactive Workshop: Safety and Seniors

Speakers:

• Mr. Jasdeep Bajwa, Ottawa Police Officer: “Physical abuse, Cyber fraud, Phone threats, home support providers, and issues to consider
• Mr. Daljit Nirman, Ottawa Lawyer, Nirman’s Law Professional Corporation: “Safety issues to consider when giving power of attorney for personal care or financial and Wills”
• Mr. Spencer Campbell and Mr. Mike Foster, Investment Specialists, Scotia Bank: “Financial safety issues with Joint accounts, Credit card or loan co-signing”

Program:

Who is this for? Seniors and their care providers should consider attending this workshops.

For information, please contact (by email): Prabir Neogi

Love, Compassion and Caring Seminar

Event Details:

1. Date, time and location: Sunday, Feb 19, 2017 (5 pm to 9 pm) at Palki Restaurant, 1060 Ogilvie Road. See the map above.
2. Seminar – “Love, Compassion and Caring” by Dr. Sunder Arora, a private practitioner in holistic psychiatry (website: www.meditationforlife.com).
   • Dr. Arora has published a CD set, Be Free Now, a synthesis of his clinical insights and spiritual journey, and
   • He has also authored and published a book: “Ushering in Heaven, a Psychiatrist’s Prescription for Healing, Joy, and Spiritual Awakening.”
   • Dr. Arora teaches by sharing spiritual lessons and points the way for the spiritual aspirant to find more joy in everyday life. Here is an example: Wisdom is not mere intellectual understanding: instead it needs to be assimilated at a cellular and vibrational level.
3. Musical Evening – There will be local singers from within the community.
4. Dinner

For further information, contact:

• Prabir Neogi (613-746-2329)

The World We Want to Live In Seminar

Event Details:

1. Date, time and location: Sunday, Mar 5, 2017 (5 pm to 9 pm) at Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre (Brittania Park). See the map above.
2. Seminar – “The World We Want to Live In”
   1. The winners of the essay contest held by Festival of India will present their winning essay.
   2. Table discussions on this topic with a brief presentation of key ideas from each table.
3. Musical Evening – There will be a cultural program and local singers from within the community.
4. Vegetarian Dinner

For further information, contact: Arun Roy (613-837-1936)