Foundation (WCPD) tees off with Montreal golf course
For Golf Executif Montreal and Foundation (WCPD), business and innovation go hand-in-hand.
It is with this spirit in mind that Foundation (WCPD) has joined forces with one of Montreal’s most exciting golf courses to help promote its tax reduction and philanthropic tax planning services.
Golf Executif Montreal, tucked just nine minutes from the city’s downtown core, was developed to create “a radical new approach to the game of golf itself”. In particular, the club focuses on the corporate golf experience, with private meeting rooms for business, a modern lounge for networking, a multi-purpose room for corporate parties and advanced technological features for lessons, practice and virtual golf experiences.
In 2018, the course’s clubhouse was selected in the Top Ten Stadiums and Sports Centres by Dezeen, one of the world’s most influential architecture and design magazines.
“We are so pleased to partner with Foundation (WCPD),” Jessica Emond said, Vice President of Golf Executif Montreal.
“From day one, our club has strived to create an intimate golf and business experience that is beyond the ordinary. We have the same approach when hand-selecting our partners. Foundation WCPD’s innovative approach to tax and philanthropy fits us like a glove and should be an asset to our valued membership.”
In May 2006, Foundation (WCPD) made financial services history when Dr Earl Wynands, an imminent anesthesiologist and Order of Canada recipient, participated in the first flow-through share donation without paying a capital gain. Since then, Foundation (WCPD) has helped major donors in Quebec and all across Canada reduce tax, and if the choose, give up to three times more to charities of their choice.
“Charity flow is the most cost-effective way to make a contribution,” Patricia Saputo explains, CFO of her Montreal-based family office at Placements Italcan Inc. “I have been a long-time client of WCPD and a support of the flow-through structure.”
This trusted, tried-and-true structure combines two tax policies that are older than your RRSP: one to assist Canada’s resource sector to create jobs and produce critical minerals we need in society, and another to give Canadians a tax break for donations to charity, or your conventional tax receipt. Together, combining these tax policies allow clients to reduce tax and donate more.
To learn more about how the structure works, click here.
“Foundation (WCPD) has always had deep roots in the Montreal community,” Bita Cattelan adds, the firm’s Vice President of Market Development and Philanthropy, who is also based in Quebec. “While we are very different companies, we are proud to partner with Golf Executif Montreal and serve as an innovative compliment to its members.”
To learn more about the structure, you can visit Foundation WCPD’s website, or write Bita directly at Bita.Cattelan@wcpd.com
The First Edition of Soirée M, Hosted by Golf Exécutif Montréal
The guests of the very first edition of Soirée M, a charity event for the Île des Soeurs Elementary School Foundation, were treated to a magical evening.
Created in 2001, The Foundation aims to improve the school life of elementary school students in Île des Soeurs, whether it be educational, cultural or material, to enrich the educational program offered to young students.
“>The theme was a masked evening. The guests were anticipating an exceptional night, with a cocktail dinner party, champagne, exclusive wines all in the enchanting setting of Golf Exécutif Montréal. With the various activities offered throughout the evening, such as the silent auction and the auction hosted by Claudia Marques and Jean Airoldi, or with the golf simulator, the participants were able to leave with magnificent prizes, while maximizing the amount given to the schools.
The funds raised by The Foundation’s Board of Directors is used by the children and is used to fund part or all of cultural, athletic or scientific activities as well as outings or the purchase of equipment among other projects.
Since the beginning, The Foundation has donated over 1,000 books and accompanying materials such as several computers, musical instruments and pedal exercisers.
The Foundation supports activities such as the science fair, the Christmas Concert at École des Marguerite and the Spring Concert at École Primaire Île des Soeurs, technologically equipped classes, flexible classes and school outings as well as the prom.
With its breathtaking architecture and world-class facilities, Golf Exécutif Montréal was the perfect venue for this first edition of Soirée M.
The guests of the very first edition of Soirée M, a charity event for the Île des Soeurs Elementary School Foundation, were treated to a magical evening.
Created in 2001, The Foundation aims to improve the school life of elementary school students in Île des Soeurs, whether it be educational, cultural or
material, to enrich the educational program offered to young students. The theme was a masked evening. The guests were anticipating an exceptional night, with a cocktail dinner party, champagne, exclusive wines all in the enchanting setting of Golf Exécutif Montréal. With the various activities offered throughout the evening, such as the silent auction and the auction hosted by Claudia Marques and Jean Airoldi, or with the golf simulator, the participants were able to leave with magnificent prizes, while maximizing
the amount given to the schools. The funds raised by The Foundation’s Board of Directors is used by the children and is used to fund part or all of cultural, athletic or scientific activities as well as outings or the purchase of equipment among other projects.
Since the beginning, The Foundation has donated over 1,000 books and accompanying materials such as several computers, musical instruments and pedal exercisers.
The Foundation supports activities such as the science fair, the Christmas Concert at École des Marguerite and the Spring Concert at École Primaire Île des Soeurs, technologically equipped classes, flexible classes and school outings as well as the prom.
With its breathtaking architecture and world-class facilities, Golf Exécutif Montréal was the perfect venue for this first edition of Soirée M.
This article was written by MOEtreal Inc. and translated to English by Golf Exécutif Montréal. Click here to see the full article, photos and a video taken by MOEtreal Inc.
Finance and Investment: Top 25
The top members of the financial industry in Quebec were gathered on February 5th, 2019 at the Windsor in Montreal to celebrate the good deeds of many of its members. Three councillors were honoured in the Honorary Advisers! contest and five winners took the lead in the top 25 of the financial industry.
This article was written by conseiller.ca and translated to English by Golf Exécutif Montréal. Click here to see the full article and photos from the night.
The event allowed Golf Exécutif Montréal to reward the winners of the evening with honorary prizes. As a result, many of Quebec’s top financial experts became members and started using our wonderful facilities to build their business. Our course is an excellent place to bring your clients and guests, as you can relax indoors in private settings, or enjoy some fresh air incredibly close to downtown Montréal.
The top members of the financial industry in Quebec were gathered on February 5th, 2019 at the Windsor in Montreal to celebrate the good deeds of many of its members. Three councillors were honoured in the Honorary Advisers! contest and five winners took the lead in the top 25 of the financial industry.
This article was written by conseiller.ca and translated to English by Golf Exécutif Montréal. Click here to see the full article and photos from the night.
The event allowed Golf Exécutif Montréal to reward the winners of the evening with honorary prizes. As a result, many of Quebec’s top financial experts became members and started using our wonderful facilities to build their business. Our course is an excellent place to bring your clients and guests, as you can relax indoors in private settings, or enjoy some fresh air incredibly close to downtown Montréal.
Golf Exécutif Montréal is very proud to share the recent recognitions and prizes we have received concerning the architecture and design of our new clubhouse.
Dezeen, “the world’s most influential architecture, interiors and design magazine,” has selected us as part of their worldwide list of the Top Ten Stadiums and Sports Centres of 2018. This list includes incredible projects such as the new Mercedes-Benz Arena in Atlanta, USA, where the 2019 Super Bowl was held, the Luzhniki Stadium in Russia, the venue for the opening and final games of the FIFA World Cup 2018 and the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics Stadium, in South Korea, to name a few. We are honoured to be featured on this list, among the world’s most impressive and grandiose projects. Click here to view the complete list.
Photos: Cecobois
On February 21st 2019, Cecobois, The Centre d’expertise sur la construction en bois, hosted their 6th annual Gala des Prix d’excellence. The Cecobois gala recognizes innovative projects in Quebec with a predominant use of wood in the construction process and finishings. Golf Exécutif Montréal is proud to share that Cecobois awarded us their Prize of Excellency for the category of Commercial Project Less Than 1000 Square Meters in Size. We also received an honourary mention in the special category of Architectural Details Favouring Durability. We are very proud to have been recognized for our achievements with such a prestigious award. Click here to view the complete list of 2019 Laureat winners.
The magazine Intérieurs, a Quebecois publication of international calibre, is a pioneer in national and international trends in the world of design culture and architecture. The 12th edition of their gala, The Grands prix du design, was on January 10th 2019 and we are very pleased to share that Golf Exécutif Montréal won the Grand prix in the category of Wellness, Training and Recreational Centres. We are thrilled to have received this award from such a prestigious company. Click here to find us amongst the many incredible Quebecois projects that were nominated.
Expogolf Montréal
Golf Exécutif Montréal had the opportunity to be one of the exhibitors selected for ExpoGOLF 2019 at Place Forzani in Laval, from March 15th to 17th. Our team members, Nicolas Drozdoski, Samuel Boisvert and Joshua Périnet attended and spread the great news about Phase II of our opening. The golf atmosphere was incredible! More than 15,000 golf enthusiasts came to see us.
The First 100% Plant-Based Lounge in Montréal
In an effort to become one of the most environmental and health-friendly golf clubs in the world, we are proud to offer a 100% plant-based menu. We believe that plant-based eating consists of more than just simple salads. Our signature tapas prove this through different textures and exquisite flavours. For those used to a meaty lifestyle, our meat substitutes and versions of Quebecois classics offer a familiar and warm taste. Everything is served tapas style, with small portions that are fun to share as a group.
Official Regional Fitting Center
Our partnership with Titleist allows us to enhance your golf experience at our facility on many levels. As Titleist’s official club fitting center, we can offer customized club sets that are perfectly tailored to our customers’ individual needs. Our center includes the latest range of Titleist products and a wide selection of shafts, ideal to satisfy all categories of golfers. In addition, our partnership with Titleist will allow us to regularly host events in association with the brand. For more information about upcoming Titleist events at Golf Exécutif Montréal, feel free to contact us and visit our website regularly for updates.
Photos 1, 2, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16 of the clubhouse taken by Stéphane Brügger. | The quotes above were translated by Golf Exécutif Montréal.