News Update

September 4, 2026

Part of the remaining core of the HR group met for our annual lunch September 3rd at Lone Star Texas Grill in Etobicoke.  Most of the group initially either met while working in Montreal HQ or Calgary Divisional Office in the 70s and then ended up working in Toronto.  The luncheon is usually arranged to coincide with Bob Harcourt being in town from Florida and/or David Minifie being in town from Canmore,  Alberta to visit their grandchildren.

September 1, 2026

To understand how Labour Day came to be we need to walk back in our Canadian history and find out what was going on in the second half of the 19th century.  Canada was changing rapidly during this period with increased immigration.  This caused cities to become over-crowded and at the same time industrialization was drastically altering the country’s economy and workforce.  As machines began to replace or automate many work processes, employees found they were no longer marketable with their special skills.  Employees could easily be replaced if they complained or dissented and so were often unable to speak out against low wages, long work weeks and deplorable working conditions.

To read more about "Happy Labour Day" click here

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August 27, 2026

As Fall looms, it is time to meet, talk, eat, and tell stories again. 

Your BOMPA Committee suggests a lunch at the Old Spaghetti Factory in New Westminster as a first get together of the season.

When:  September 28th at 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Where: Old Spaghetti Factory, 50  8th Street, New Westminster

Please let Cheryl ( ecfiddis@telus.net ) or Earl (hansfred2@gmail.com) know if you would like to attend.

August 24, 2026

'UNNECESSARY FARCE'  ---  WEDNESDAY MATINEE --- OCT. 14, 2026

10:30 AM  DOORS OPEN & BUFFET        12:00 PM  PERFORMANCE 

In a cheap motel room, an embezzling mayor is supposed to meet with his female accountant, while in the room next door, two undercover cops wait to catch the meeting on videotape.  In this riotous farce, there's someconfusion as to who's in which room, who's being videotaped, who has the money, who hired a hit man and why the accountant keeps taking off herclothes.

A laugh-out-loud cocktail of misunderstandings, revelations and unexpected arrivals, Unnecessary Farce creates a crime caper where the long arm of  the law will have you rolling in the aisles.  If it ever figures out which directionto point, that is!! 

Stage West has again offered a great group rate reduction from the regular brunch price of $93.45 to $65,00.  This group rate is based on a minimum of 30 tickets sold by September 12, 2026,  42 tickets reserved for this production.

Your ticket includes a fantastic buffet, delectable desserts and coffee and tea, however bar service and gratuities are not included.  Please note bar service is available from 10:30 AM until 12:00 PM and also during intermission.  A $1.00 - $2.00 per person gratuity is recommended for service.

REGISTRATION FORM --------DEADLINE--------September 12 ,2024

NAMES;

COST $65.00 PER PERSON

TOTAL SENT $________ E-TRANSFER TO bompasa.bd@gmail.com

Jane Bennett
Phone 403-246-3953
Cell 403-669-1549
 

August 10,2026

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We look forward to hearing from you.

August 7, 2026

The Summer Newsletter is now available.

To read Click Here

July 22, 2026

July 20, 2026

Hi Everyone, 

The Bank has approved our use of the Banks Skybox for the Masters at Spruce Meadows for the retirees and companions. The Bank of Montreal Pensioners Association of Southern Alberta really appreciates the Bank's continued support for this great event. 

We are not charging for tickets this year but you must register with us to get a ticket to access Spruce Meadows and get free parking. Spruce Meadows will have a list of everyone who registered and you will not get in without an e-ticket and being on the list to get into the Skybox. No paper tickets will be accepted.

Tea, Coffee and Water will be provided in the Skybox. There are a number of options on the park to purchase lunch and we are encouraging you to try one of the multiple lunch options. 

To register for the Skybox at Spruce Meadows on Sept 09 2025 please email the Bank of Montreal Pensioners Association Southern Alberta at:

bompasa.bd@gmail.com

Provide the names and email addresses of everyone who is attending by August 25 and we will email the tickets and parking details to you.

Your host for this event will be Bill Aide this year. 

Thank you 

Bill Aide
Spruce Meadows Coordinator. 

July 16, 2026

Hello,

Thank-you to all that have confirmed that they are coming and to our dear friends that  cannot attend  please stay in good health till we meet again . If something changes and you can come please do not hesitate to do so lots of room.

We have confirmed that Southcote 53 was  where the majority still wanted the luncheon to be held and thank those that had suggested other venues . Actually, some were amazing Ms. Perri but only problem was that it would not have been a la cart or had to have a certain number committed and a momentary commitment . Southcote 53 has the damage deposit which they refund back same day .

WOULD YOU PLEASE CONFIRM ATTENDANCE  FOR SEPTEMBER 23^rd SOUTHCOTE 53 AT 12:30 .

FOR THOSE THAT HAVE NOT CONFIRMED PLEASE REPLY BY  NO LATER THAN  

July 13, 2026

The list of retirements and obituaries from BMO as of June 2026 are available. Note that they are now on "My Benefits & Retirement" website (https://myhr.bmogc.com). Access is fairly complex and instructions are available here. (Click Here).

July 8, 2026

A fun poem has been written with the assistance of AI ... LOL

From Northern roots and banking lore,
They left the vault and ledger score.
Past Sudbury pine and Nickel rock,
They gather close to share and talk.

On Monday, June twenty-second,
A perfect day was fondly reckoned!
At MIC where the spirits pour,
And friendship steps right through the door.

The Sudbury pensioners stand tall,
Where lifelong friendship outshine all!
With classic food and Canadian pride,
We sit together side-by-side.

BMO hearts – both bold and bright,
Together for this lunch today!
With memories that are here to stay!

Attended by: left to right

Rose Sigouin, Linda Whitman, Marg Kosmerly, Margie Taylor, Gale Hanson-Parke, Stella Laforge,
Cathy Pearson, Judy Day, Carmen Collette, Pam Kutchaw, Elise Denis, Diana Solski (our newest retiree), Sue Landry
Missing:  Marilyn Moggy, Betty Johnston, Annette Whitmore

Thanks to Rose Sigouin

July 3, 2026

Food and visiting were excellent!

Click on the first picture to see the description of who everyone is.

Thanks to Donna Brausen for sharing

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