You are cordially invited to the launch of Peddling Pictures, a documentary-in-progress about Canadian movie pioneer

AMEEN LAWAND

Saturday, May 10, 2.00 pm

St. George Antiochian Church-Reception Hall, 555 Jean Talon E, Montreal, Quebec,

Immigrating to Canada from Syria in 1911, Lawand helped establish the longest -lasting independent theatre chain in Montreal, alongside other notable members of the Lebanese-Syrian community. Few know that Heritage Landmarks such as the Rialto, Empress, Chateau, and Outremont theatres are the result of the ambition and dedication of a group of Middle-Eastern immigrants.

This unique event will feature a panel of historians,theatre experts, members of Lebanese Canadian Heritage Association(LCHA), the National Council on Canada-Arab Relations(NCCAR), and the Syrian Arab Association of Canada. Feature speakers include Dane Lanken, author of Montreal Movie Places and Norman Marino, specialist in the history of Montreal's early Syro-Lebanese Christians.

Please help to raise awareness and funds for this documentary and come celebrate our achievements as community.

*All donations made to LCHA that are assigned to Peddling Pictures will go toward financing the film.

Tax deductible charity receipts are available for those who make a financial contribution.

Complementary food and refreshments will be served.

No admittance fee

Co-sponsored by:

Lebanese Canadian Heritage Association

& The National Council on Canada-Arab Relations