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In memory of
Leo Bottos
August 21, 1948 - April 7, 2020
Aug 21, 1948 - Apr 7, 2020
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Background
As anyone who knew Leo knows, he was the strongest supporter of his partner Janis’s life work: Art Hives (www.arthives.org) in which he was involved hands-on. Over the years, he noticed that few other men were joining in these community art studios, which were otherwise filled with very many women and children. He actively researched how he could support more men getting involved in this collective type of studio work, as he clearly saw the benefits to well being and breaking social isolation, especially for senior men. That’s when he discovered the MenSheds global movement, which he was passionate about bringing to Montreal and to the Art Hives. For the past few years, he has been leading a successful MenShed at the Donald Berman Maimonides Geriatric Centre (as seen in picture) and was in the process of setting one up at the engAGE Living Lab at the Cavendish Mall.
Please consider donating to help move forward this cause he cared deeply about, supporting the wellbeing and community engagement of older men.
Here’s more about men sheds for MenSheds Canada:
WHAT IS A MEN SHED?
Men Sheds are spaces where men get together for activities like woodworking projects, cooking, bike repairs, music, etc. The movement started in Australia in 2007, expanding their tradition of backyard sheds into collaborative, communal spaces.
WHY SHEDS?
Doug Mackie founded the first Canadian shed in 2011 in Winnipeg. Doug recognized that many men in his community had both time on their hands and a tendency to suffer from isolation, loneliness, and depression. This was especially true after they retired as many men tie big parts of their identities to their careers. In Men Sheds, men come together, stay productive, and contribute to the community—all of which are keys to good overall health.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Above all, men's sheds are what we make them.
Sheds are:
•A gathering place for men of purpose. And others.
•Usually involving a work space. For those who don’t have one or have had to give theirs up.
•Productive. Maybe.
•A place to change the world. Definitely.
•A helping hand. You bet.
Sheds are not:
•A formal training program. But you may gain some knowledge and skills.
•A sports club. But you may play sports.
•A health program. But your health and well-being may improve.
•An information service. But you may ask questions.
•A service for men. But you might be of service to others or get advice and support from time to time. Contribute
Please consider donating to help move forward this cause he cared deeply about, supporting the wellbeing and community engagement of older men.
Here’s more about men sheds for MenSheds Canada:
WHAT IS A MEN SHED?
Men Sheds are spaces where men get together for activities like woodworking projects, cooking, bike repairs, music, etc. The movement started in Australia in 2007, expanding their tradition of backyard sheds into collaborative, communal spaces.
WHY SHEDS?
Doug Mackie founded the first Canadian shed in 2011 in Winnipeg. Doug recognized that many men in his community had both time on their hands and a tendency to suffer from isolation, loneliness, and depression. This was especially true after they retired as many men tie big parts of their identities to their careers. In Men Sheds, men come together, stay productive, and contribute to the community—all of which are keys to good overall health.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Above all, men's sheds are what we make them.
Sheds are:
•A gathering place for men of purpose. And others.
•Usually involving a work space. For those who don’t have one or have had to give theirs up.
•Productive. Maybe.
•A place to change the world. Definitely.
•A helping hand. You bet.
Sheds are not:
•A formal training program. But you may gain some knowledge and skills.
•A sports club. But you may play sports.
•A health program. But your health and well-being may improve.
•An information service. But you may ask questions.
•A service for men. But you might be of service to others or get advice and support from time to time. Contribute
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Leo officiated at Ralph's and my wedding in 1980 and after Ralph died in 2017, Leo called me now and then from Canada t…
Leo officiated at Ralph's and my wedding in 1980 and after Ralph died in 2017, Leo called me now an…
Leo officiated at Ralph's and my wedding in 1980 and after Ralph…
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