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  1. mcgill
    I don't see the point nor the necessity of having all buildings look the same. What's nice about university campuses, such as McGill, Loyola, UdeM, etc. is the mix of building designs, marking the eras of growth, from the philanthropical investments of the early part of the 20th century to the publicly-funded construction in the latter half, to today's sustainability-minded era of university expansion and renewal. Hall represents the birth of Concordia, bringing together SGW and Loyola.
  2. mcgill
    Nobody, and I mean nobody, needs more ads and should therefore not want more ads. What is needed is better, focused, subtle, and more personalised advertising. Why go thermonuclear when a single sniper bullet provides the same outcome?
  3. mcgill

    Gare Viger

    mcgill a répondu à un sujet de mtlurb dans Complétés

    This building could be transformed into a private college or as a small campus (possibly home to an entire faculty) for one of Montreal or Quebec's existing colleges and universities. Alternatively, it could be used for diplomatic uses, such as housing some consular offices, perhaps as headquarters or North American centre for a United Nations organization.
  4. mcgill
    What's Montreal blue?
  5. mcgill
    Does anyone know of a currency (that hasn't been severely devalued) that no longer has a penny (or whatever 1/100th of its base unit is)?
  6. mcgill
    Patience people, patience! Everything has to be done stepwise. For now, there are 6 disciplines (engineering, computer science, math, pure sciences, administration/business, and law) that have been deregulated at the undergraduate (1st cycle) level for foreign students. What this means is that universities can charge these students what they believe to be a fair market cost (e.g. $20,000 per year for law) and they keep all of it and get nothing from the government. As it stands now, the university only gets about $2000 per student in tuition and about $9000 in government grants. This approach could be extended to more of the 23 disciplines, and then to Canadian and eventually Quebec students (at the undergraduate level). Professional (non-research) Master's programs would effectively be privatized (like the MBA), leaving only the graduate level research programs to receive government funding. This could lead to a Quebec Higher Education Funding System whereby the teaching aspect would be privately run by each university (incresing competition and competitiveness on the worldwide scene) and the research aspect would be in part publicly and in part privately funded. That's the future of the education system in Quebec. In my opinion anyways.
  7. mcgill
    I think it is. I walked up the google street and found this: http://maps.google.ca/maps?hl=fr&ie=UTF8&layer=c&cbll=45.516133,-73.591613&panoid=Tx3-mcKh0dJz7gm1zK0vDA&cbp=12,5.46,,1,-0.63&ll=45.516128,-73.591613&spn=0,359.993155&z=18
  8. mcgill
    Nice pics. I noticed that in one of your first pics, there is a sign indicating "no photography" in the metro/train station, and I remember seeing that in Boston too. Do you have any idea why this is the case?
  9. mcgill
    To anyone who is asking why some universities do better than others in the ranking, keep in mind that the methodology here is merely a weighted sum of a certain set of indicators, including academic reputation (40% - survey based), recruiter/employer survey (10% - survey based), student-faculty ratio (20% - very loose definition of faculty), citations per faculty (20% - this heavily favours universities that offer medecine), international students (5% - percentage of students who are "international"), and international faculty (5% - percentage of academic staff who are "international"). There is no research to support the theory that these indicators represent what makes a university "the best". It's entirely subjective; as are all rankings. They should all be taken for what they are: a collection of weighted indicators of relevance to the subject of the ranking.
  10. mcgill
    For the transfer stations, do these stats include transfers or are these all "final destination" figures?
  11. mcgill
    As can be seen in cprail's last picture, the park can be made to look nicer, but until the posts holding the traffic lights are changed, the job won't be complete.
  12. mcgill
    monctezuma: The people who will be living in the type of towers currently under construction (such as the L Tower) probably don't work in the auto or manufacturing industry, and as such were probably less affected. Also, in Toronto, it's cool to live downtown in a big glass tower, in a million dollar plus condo. If all the wealthy people who live in Westmount, Outremont, TMR, West Island, etc. moved downtown, Montreal would probably see more nice condo towers under construction. But the mentality here is "Ma maison avec mon terrain".
  13. mcgill
    The picture is a bit misleading; North is to the left. So phase 7 would be north-east and phase 8 would be south-east.
  14. mcgill
    Please see the attached PDFs for more info on this free event. « Quand l’architecture consulte la médecine » – un Café Scientifique présenté par le Centre universitaire de santé McGill Nous associons souvent les soins de santé aux médecins, au personnel infirmier et à une vie trépidante. Qu’en est-il des édifices qui logent ces professionnels de santé qui assurent les soins et l’équipement auxquels ils ont recours pour réaliser leurs complexes interventions quotidiennes? Quels aspects interviennent dans la conception des nouveaux hôpitaux et des nouveaux secteurs de traitement qui visent à répondre à nos besoins en matière de santé, tant aujourd’hui que demain? Le jeudi 29 octobre 2009 à 18 heures, vous êtes invités à vous joindre à nous pour une conversation stimulante dans une atmosphère détendue au Café des Beaux Arts, 1384, rue Sherbrooke Ouest. Vous partagerez avec une médecin, un architecte et une administratrice du domaine de la planification sur ce qui les unit, soit leur engagement à l’égard de l’avenir des soins de santé. Cet événement est gratuit, une légère collation sera servie. Merci de transmettre cette invitation dans votre réseau. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements, n'hésitez pas à communiquer avec: Rana Alrabi Planification stratégique et affaires publiques Centre universitaire de santé McGill Tél. : 514-934-9134, poste 71684 rana.alrabi@muhc.mcgill.ca __________________________________________________ Health care design in the 21st century - a Café Scientifique event hosted by the McGill University Health Centre When we think of health care, we think of doctors, nurses, and a hectic way of life. What about the buildings that house this army of care and the equipment that they use for daily complex procedures? What goes into the design of new hospitals and innovative treatment areas that are meant to cater to our health needs today, and tomorrow? On Thursday October 29th at 6:00 p.m., we invite you to join us at the Café des Beaux Arts, 1384 Sherbrooke Street West, for a stimulating, interactive conversation and a drink in a relaxing atmosphere as a doctor, an architect and a planning administrator share what unites them: their commitment to the future of health care. The event is free, snacks will be offered. Thank you for forwarding this invitation to your network. For more information, please contact: Rana Alrabi Strategic Planning and Public Affairs McGill University Health Centre Tel.: 514-934-9134 extension 71684 rana.alrabi@muhc.mcgill.ca 111404_French_poster_Café%20Scientifique.pdf
  15. mcgill
    Please see the attached PDFs for more info on this free event. « Quand l’architecture consulte la médecine » – un Café Scientifique présenté par le Centre universitaire de santé McGill Nous associons souvent les soins de santé aux médecins, au personnel infirmier et à une vie trépidante. Qu’en est-il des édifices qui logent ces professionnels de santé qui assurent les soins et l’équipement auxquels ils ont recours pour réaliser leurs complexes interventions quotidiennes? Quels aspects interviennent dans la conception des nouveaux hôpitaux et des nouveaux secteurs de traitement qui visent à répondre à nos besoins en matière de santé, tant aujourd’hui que demain? Le jeudi 29 octobre 2009 à 18 heures, vous êtes invités à vous joindre à nous pour une conversation stimulante dans une atmosphère détendue au Café des Beaux Arts, 1384, rue Sherbrooke Ouest. Vous partagerez avec une médecin, un architecte et une administratrice du domaine de la planification sur ce qui les unit, soit leur engagement à l’égard de l’avenir des soins de santé. Cet événement est gratuit, une légère collation sera servie. Merci de transmettre cette invitation dans votre réseau. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements, n'hésitez pas à communiquer avec: Rana Alrabi Planification stratégique et affaires publiques Centre universitaire de santé McGill Tél. : 514-934-9134, poste 71684 rana.alrabi@muhc.mcgill.ca __________________________________________________ Health care design in the 21st century - a Café Scientifique event hosted by the McGill University Health Centre When we think of health care, we think of doctors, nurses, and a hectic way of life. What about the buildings that house this army of care and the equipment that they use for daily complex procedures? What goes into the design of new hospitals and innovative treatment areas that are meant to cater to our health needs today, and tomorrow? On Thursday October 29th at 6:00 p.m., we invite you to join us at the Café des Beaux Arts, 1384 Sherbrooke Street West, for a stimulating, interactive conversation and a drink in a relaxing atmosphere as a doctor, an architect and a planning administrator share what unites them: their commitment to the future of health care. The event is free, snacks will be offered. Thank you for forwarding this invitation to your network. For more information, please contact: Rana Alrabi Strategic Planning and Public Affairs McGill University Health Centre Tel.: 514-934-9134 extension 71684 rana.alrabi@muhc.mcgill.ca 111404_French_poster_Café%20Scientifique.pdf 111404_English_poster_Café%20Scientifique.pdf
  16. mcgill
    Looked into this and it's totally not worth it! Instead, buy your gold directly at your Scotia branch and put it straight into your safety deposit box. Fewer fees, better control over the price you pay, much safer (the gold never leaves the bank premises), and only takes a few minutes. What if you don't have a safety deposit box? You should. Never keep your stock and/or bond certificates, precious metals, last will and testament, etc. at home (unless, of course, you have a very good wall or floor safe at home).
  17. mcgill
    They have a good website: http://www.pjcci.ca/ Check it out if you have time. They do not appear to be an "authority" like the port or airport authorities, but rather a crown corporation set up to manage and operate certain transportation infrastructure in and around Montreal. Anybody know what the predecessor to PJCCI was?
  18. mcgill
    You're quite right Yarabundi! I think this is a very common practice and I assume (and hope) that everyone sees through this. Either way, it's good for the city that these projects are happening.
  19. mcgill
    Does anyone know if there are any perks for staying at the Marriot (other than proximity) for travelers (e.g. priority boarding, check-in, etc.)? Also, is there a block of rooms that is always on reserve for airlines who overbook flights? I couldn't find this info on the hotel's site: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/yulma-montreal-airport-marriott-hotel/
  20. mcgill
    That's quite noble. I also try to get service in French as much as possible. Out of curiosity, how well has this worked for you so far (i.e. the refusing to be served in English)? Have you ever had to walk away or has anybody ever asked you to leave?
  21. mcgill
    All I'm saying is that GWB, Rumsfeld, Cheney, et compagnie should be held accountable for what happened in the past 8 years. Let the courts decide their fate. I understand that their far-reach would make a fair trial all but impossible, but still, I would like to see what a jury of their peers would say. If they are not war criminals, then they are certainly guilty of being very bad people. How are their ties to companies like Haliburton not putting them behind bars for white-collar crimes. How are people like Karl Rove and Scooter Libby able to walk around like nothing happened while people are being arrested for the pettiest of crimes?
  22. mcgill
    But he is, what's so hard to believe about it? And with regards to "winning the war on terror", please. If you believe such "wars" can be won, you'd better sit down in a comfortable chair and think about that one. By the way, how's the war on drugs going? Any progress? I hear Mexico just made it legal to posses small amounts of drugs. Canada will be next, and then the US will eventually cave in and North America will be a giant drug sandwich, with all the money going to... You guessed it, terrorists. Yay! Your vast knowledge of GOP rhetoric is commendable. If only Lincoln was alive today to see what his Republican Party has become. I wonder if he would have voted for George W Bush. I'm thinking no.
  23. mcgill

    TGV: Liaison Windsor - Québec

    mcgill a répondu à un sujet de mtl_yul dans Visions

    Habsfan, next time you have to go to Toronto, fly Porter to Toronto City Centre Airport. You litterally get off the plane, take a 2 minute ferry ride, walk about 5 minutes, and you're on Front Street! Never go to Pearson unless you're transitting to somewhere else.
  24. mcgill
    Anybody else remember a few years ago when all the maps in the metro were white for a little while? I think it was before the Laval extension was inaugurated. If they went back to black, then maybe it's not so much of a no-no...
  25. mcgill

    Bienvenue à la... Montréal

    mcgill a répondu à un sujet de LED dans L'actualité

    Someone said on another thread recently that reporters feel the need to complain to show that they're doing their work. Man, is that becoming more and more apparent! It's nice how she assumed that the person who created the sign must have been an Anglo who couldn't write French properly. I think the sign could have been better, but I get it. It's saying Welcome, Montreal-style. Just like we would say Schwarz is smoked meet "a la Montreal" or La Ronde is Six Flags "a la Montreal". She probably goes to Toys "R" Us and says, "There are those Anglos again, but this time they can't even spell in their own language. Ha ha ha. To Istanbul!"
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