Yesterday was the Linda Saab Breast Cancer Golf Tournament. My team and I raised almost $10000 for the cause of breast cancer research and wellness centers in Montreal, thanks to the support of partners of ICP Solar. Of course, it feels great to be able to give to others in challenging moments. After sharing this event with my ICP team, including Isabel, Gordon, Randy, Dave, Luc and of course my wife and friends, it remains one person who continues to influence me to give more. His name is Mel and he’s my father’s youngest brother.
Mel is an incredible giver (and the best salesman I have ever met). He comes through with actions that match his words of giving. What I did not know, is that this man, who now regularly shoots high 70’s in golf, had never picked up a golf club before one day going to the Linda Saab Golf Event in a suit, just to give moral support to his friend Charlie (linda’s husband). 15 years ago, Charlie was missing some golfers so he told Mel to take off his tie, borrow some clubs and play. Mel has never looked back. After that first time playing golf, he was hooked.
Renee and I were very proud to be in the company of Mel and Joyce last night. But frankly speaking, after a full day of activity and several glasses of red wine, I am feeling “giver’s pain” this morning… 
Please remember to give. Last night the organizers gave over $40000 in donations for the beneficiaries. Who knows…maybe dollar “number 31222” is the one that cures breast cancer. Even if not, it certainly will have helped.
Sass