Montréal

Written By Mike George

2009 - 2012 | 2017 - 2019

Mike earned his Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering at the renowned McGill University in Montréal, specializing in Bulk Power & Energy Systems and working as a Research Assistant in the Energy Systems Research Laboratory in collaboration with Hydro Quebec. His graduate work focused in renewable energy implementation through the decentralization of power production, seeking to replace centralized fossil fuel based power plants with vast arrays of wind farms, solar panels, and other sustainable means of electricity generation through native energy sources.

During his time at McGill from 2009-2012, Mike served as Social Events Coordinator for Queer McGill, the primary Queer (e.g. LGBT) student society at McGill University, working to bring together a diverse population of queer (e.g. gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender) students and allies at McGill and throughout the Montreal community.

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Quee[R]etreat
Jan 21
Quee[R]etreat
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Later in 2017, Mike moved back to Montréal for a job as Program Director at CEATI International, driving business development and managing research projects in power transmission and distribution for this consortium of 200+ collaborating electric power companies around the world.

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Facing Canadian Justice
Facing Canadian Justice

Mike reports from Concordia University in Montreal an hour before reporting to a nearby police station, mentally preparing for his unknown fate.

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Vive La Liberté
Vive La Liberté

Mike prepares for his surrender to the Montreal police for charges of harassment and death threats waged by his former employer.

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The Zelda-Verse
The Zelda-Verse

Mike marvels at "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" and its expansive portrayal of the Hyrule world, comparing it to his expectations during the 1998 release of "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time."

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Emergency Wine
Emergency Wine

Mike sips some mid-shelf wine from his Montreal safe house, which has been spared the national emergency down in the States.

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Jonathan’s Birthday
Jonathan’s Birthday

Mike demonstrates the interactive yet siloed nature of social media through an interactive conversation with viewers and with his roommate Jonathan, prior to his birthday, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking with regards to digesting information, weighing its credibility, and forming a conclusion based on these varied accounts and sources.

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Open Mike LIVE Live live…
Open Mike LIVE Live live…

Mike plays weatherman, using the home theater setup to time-travel while "live," exploring some of the places where yens come from.

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Freedom Way
Freedom Way

Mike embarks from Montreal on Canada Day, for a roadtrip to visit NYC during US Independence Day.

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Realities of Moving In
Realities of Moving In

In a more quiet and domestic update, Mike checks in from his apartment, which is still in the middle of the unpacking process, giving a glimpse of his progress and his "moving essentials," like coffee and water, emphasizing that he is taking things one step at a time to settle into his new space.

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In Kelowna, BC
In Kelowna, BC

Mike reports from Kelowna, British Columbia, having finished a technical conference on electrical grounding and lightning. Gazing into a lake in the Canadian Rockies, he candidly discusses his career and his upcoming plans back home in Montreal.

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MTL Reloading
MTL Reloading

Mike provides an update on his transition back to Montreal, ranging from the state of his unfurnished apartment to his professional contentment. He reflects on recent social and romantic explorations in the city, describing his constellation of preferences among men.

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Columbus Beckons Paula’s First Visit to the US
Columbus Beckons Paula’s First Visit to the US

Mike shows Paula around his former stomping grounds in Columbus during her first time visiting the United States.

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Birthday Special
Birthday Special

Mike celebrates his 32nd birthday hosting an informal virtual gathering in order to consolidate birthday greetings from friends. He shares his love for flavored tea, reflects on his recent move back to Quebec, and discusses the challenges of his work.

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From Montreal
From Montreal

Mike reports from his temporary apartment in Montreal, enjoying a cigarette and gawking at the neighbors from his balcony. He encourages his friends in the United States to overcome internal divisions and find a collaborative agenda to address the country's instability.

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