As part of this year’s “Protect your identity online” campaign, ISIQ is getting the public involved with a video creation contest!
If you are 18 years of age or older and have talent for video creation, this contest is for you!
* Themes will be presented in the week of November 9.
* You will have 2 weeks to create and submit a video of 90 seconds maximum.
* A jury will evaluate the videos and select 5 favourites for which the public will be invited to vote.
* Participants who created the most popular video will win a $1,500 prize!
Directors, producers, scriptwriters, actors, gather a team and get ready!
For more information, or to submit a video, click here
From the metal loving city of Montreal comes one of the most killer riff machines this side of the 3 headed love child of Iron Maiden, Thin Lizzy and Fu Manchu. Barn Burner have been cruising around Canada over the past few years spreading their love of the riff, good times and are ready to spread their beard encrusted rock to the rest of the world.
“It’s a total honor to be working with such a ruling label; it is one of those crucial goals that you strive for as a band. May our filthy beards and hair grow long together over the years and continue to put out crushing albums!” - Kevin Keegan, Barn Burner
Metal Blade Records will be giving their debut album, Bangers, its official world wide release in 2010. The album has already received tons of praise from press from Canada to the UK from the album’s original release via New Romance for Kids Records.
“Up tempo stoner rock like a cross between The Atomic Bitchwax, Fu Manchu and The Fucking Champs…excellent musicianship” Terrorizer Magazine
“If Steve Harris [yes, Iron Maiden’s own] moved to Montreal and started eating poutine and joined Corrosion of Conformity I’d imagine it would sound a lot like this. It hasn’t left my constant rotation for weeks, and I presume it is there to stay.” AbsoluteUnderground.ca
“Montreal’s Barn Burner is one of the most impressive Sabbath-inspired bands we’ve heard in a long time. The band’s newest offering, Bangers (New Romance for Kids), is pure stoney mayhem. Comprised of heavy, minimal riffs, driving drums and major solos, this album will satiate any metal head’s yearning for primal rock.” ChronicYouth.com
Their debut record, Bangers, will be given its worldwide debut in early 2010. Keep your eyes peeled for tour dates to follow!
Barn Burner is:
Kevin Keegan - Guitar/Vocals
Marc Doucette - Guitar
Nick Ball - Bass
Taylor Freund - Drums
http://www.myspace.com/theinfamousbarnburner
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Barn-Burner/148568653170
Enjoy sales up to 50%! What better excuse do you need to add to your wardrobe?
Today Marks the Inauguration of Laurentian Bank’s 44 New Automatic Banking Machines in the Montréal Métro
Montréal, October 1, 2009 – Laurentian Bank will be inaugurating its network of automatic banking machines (ABMs) today across most of Montréal’s Métro stations after having obtained the exclusive right to operate the machines throughout the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) subways last June. With a total of 70 machines to be available, this is good news for Métro users, who will be able to take advantage of efficient and fully integrated banking services virtually wherever and whenever they happen to be travelling.
In initiating these new units, Laurentian Bank is confirming its dominant position among banking institutions in Montréal and throughout Québec thanks to its extensive network of branches and automatic banking machines. “As a result of the Bank’s financial solidity since its repositioning a number of years ago, the institution has the wind in its sails and is continuing to grow despite the difficult economic context confronting the banking sector,” underlines Luc Bernard, Executive Vice-President, Personal and SME Financial Services. “Winning this call for tenders demonstrates the confidence the Bank has earned, of which we are extremely proud. For us, the installation of these ABMs in the Métro constitutes an important step in our development and clearly supports the value of our commitment to being close to our clients. Indeed, Laurentian Bank is firmly rooted in Québec, particularly in Montréal — the city in which it was born and to which it owes a major part of its sustained growth and success.”
For his part, STM Chairman, Mr. Michel Labrecque, emphasized that “Laurentian Bank’s ABMs offer Métro users a diverse range of services, while allowing our organization to increase its commercial revenues. Access to banking services within Montréal’s Métro network represents a significant asset to those with busy schedules who are looking for ways to save time.”
In order to spread the word in an interesting and innovative fashion, the Bank will be inaugurating its 44 new automatic banking machines during rush hour at several different Montréal Métro stations using a theatrical approach.
About Laurentian Bank
Laurentian Bank of Canada is a banking institution operating across Canada and offering its clients diversified financial services. Differentiating itself through excellence in service, as well as through its simplicity and proximity, the Bank serves individual consumers and small and medium-sized businesses. The Bank also offers its products to a wide network of independent financial intermediaries through B2B Trust, as well as full-service brokerage solutions through Laurentian Bank Securities.
Laurentian Bank is well established in the Province of Quebec, operating the third-largest retail branch network. Elsewhere throughout Canada, it operates in specific market segments where it holds an enviable position. Laurentian Bank of Canada has more than $21 billion in balance sheet assets and more than $14 billion in assets under administration. Founded in 1846, the Bank employs more than 3,500 people.
Comedian Derek Seguin will impress you with his wit and wow you with his frenglish.
Enjoy a drink and laugh at yourself with Seguin at the Comedy Nest this weekend. What better way to start off a weekend of fun?
Get your tickets a.s.a.p. I’m dialing now.
BBook.com’s Daniel Barna reveals the top hangout spots for hipsters in Montreal.
● Tokyo (Plateau)
● Casa Del Popolo (Mile End)
● Bar Korova (Plateau)
● Euro-Deli (Plateau)
● Green Room (Mile End)
● Blue Dog Motel (Plateau)
● Le Pistol (Plateau)
● Blizzarts (Plateau)
● Saphir (Plateau)
● Bily Kun (Plateau)
“The Mission District is one of our favorite new Canadian bands.” straight from the keyboard of Perez.
Not only do these guys have a great sound, but they’re oh so handsome!
If you don’t want to trust mine or Perez’s opinion, check them out for yourself Here.
Launched last week, The Kid Scoop is a Montreal-centric directory that allows parents to search for local child-friendly activities. From dancing, arts & crafts, camps, sports, and even family activities, parents are sure to find something for their kids. Search by activity or neighborhood, the site is billed as a single reference site for busy parents with busy kids. Registration is necessary to get access to all the site’s features. Check it out here…
Montreal has ben rainy and gloomy this past week so why not brighten up your weekend with a comedy show?! Whether you’re going out with friends or with a date laughter is the way to go.
Nothing will brighten up your day like an evening of jokes and drinks. This weekend Neil Janna is taking the stage at the Nest.
With nine appearances at the Festival Just For Laughs and a favourite at The Nest. Neil gets his point across with vigour and volume. No one is left unmoved in the wake of a Janna jam.
Reserve your spot now!
For more information visit the Comedy Nest.
