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Report sparks bike helmet debate Law could discourage people from cycling BY JOE FANTAUZZI
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Lauren Galliford, 4, treats her mother, Rachelle, to a cool splash of water on a very hot day. The two were enjoying the splash pad at Aurora Town Park Tuesday.
Prepare for hot summer, Aurora Spring was warmer, drier than normal BY CHRIS TRABER
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If you like warm weather, you’re going to enjoy our summer, but keep an eye on the sky, senior Environment Canada climatologist David Phillips said. York Region’s spring, March through May, was warmer than normal, with 54-per-cent less rain than average, he said. In the same time, we’ve had five smog alert days, compared to just one in 2011. The higher heat and lower precipitation are a source of angst for growers and foreshadow the possibility of severe weather, including strong winds, hail, micro bursts and tornadoes, Mr. Phillips said. “Whether it’s rip roaring or not, no one knows,” he said. “But with warmer weather, typically there’s more lightning and heat generates thunderstorms. We also know York Region gets its share of severe weather.” We’ve still got a while to go before the dog days and he forecasts July and August will be
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warmer than normal seasonal 24 C highs and 13 C overnight lows. “It shouldn’t be like last summer’s excruciating heat,” he said. “The dryness is an issue and forecasting rain is a bit of a crap shoot.” The promise of consistent high heat and the potential for particularly oppressive nights in the 20 C-plus range present risks and chal-
lenges for everyone, including people with the means to control home environments. The last few days and today have seen our region baking in temperatures topping 35 C, Mr. Phillips said. Humidity makes it feel like we’re in the 40 C zone. As such, York Region has issued a heat advisory and opened cooling stations. Extreme temperatures can cause heat-related illnesses and everyone is at risk. The danger is greatest for older adults, infants and young children, people who work or exercise in the heat and people with chronic illnesses, including breathing difficulties, heart conditions or psychiatric illnesses. Extra attention should be devoted to neighbours, friends and older family members, especially those who are chronically ill, to make sure they are cool and hydrated. Warning signs of heat-related illness can include dizziness, headache, nausea or vomiting, weakness and confusion. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. If you’re fortunate enough to have air conditioning, comfort comes with a cost. See KEEP, page A10.
A coroner’s review calling for all cyclists to wear helmets in Ontario has been well received in York Region. But simply making everyone wear a helmet while encouraging an increase in bicycle ridership may not be as simple as it seems. The review, headed by Ontario deputy chief coroner of investigations Dr. Dan Cass, examined 129 deaths between Jan. 1, 2006 and Dec. 31, 2010. Among the 14 recommendations were that bicycle helmets, currently not required for cyclists 18 and older, be required for everyone on a bike. The review also recommended placing side guards on heavy trucks to protect cyclists from being pulled underneath. Noting some adults do not want to wear helmets, the coroner’s office also stated an evaluation of the impact of mandatory helmet legislation on cycling in Ontario should accompany any change of the law. That’s because some believe helmet laws scare away potential cyclists, Markham cycling and pedestrian advisory committee vicechairperson Peter Miasek, 64, said. The coroner’s report also notes some critics of mandatory helmet legislation point to the drop in cycling Australia experienced after its helmet law was introduced. Some European jurisdictions have decided to encourage higher See GROUP, page A11.
FATALITIES Cyclists killed in York Region since 2006: 2011: 0 2010: 1 2009: 1
Stroke report card lists hospitals’ strengths, weaknesses BY TERESA LATCHFORD
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Stroke clinics at York Region hospitals are improving patient care, York Central Hospital spokesperson Elizabeth Barnett said. The clinics work with individuals who have been identified as high risk for a first or recurring stroke, using cardiovascular rehab for ongoing prevention and disease management. The clinics and community follow-up have led to more warning of oncoming strokes and lower hospital admission and readmission rates for stroke patients, Ms Barnett said. York Central leads the Central Local Health Integration Network’s stroke-prevention strat-
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— source: York Regional Police
as indicators of the level of care across the province. The information is then used to review the emerging gaps in the system so LHINs and hospitals know where to focus for improvements. The Ontario Stroke Network provides best practices in stroke care and Central LHIN health service providers adopt those practices, Central LHIN chief executive officer Kim Baker said. The stroke report card is a tool for service providers to look for opportunities to make See ONTARIO, page A7.
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them for the global economy and provides teaching from senior business mentors. PromoBands markets hashtag bracelets, a line of silicone wristbands inscribed with popular sayings from the social media site Twitter. The company concluded a highly successful sixmonth campaign in April, during which members developed, marketed and sold a product. Notable clients include IBM, community organizations and the Town of Newmarket for its Earth Hour event. The company began selling the bracelets in school and the first 400 were sold out within two hours. PromoBands has sold more than 10,000 bracelets and was projected to make more than $7,000. — Michelle Ma
Supt. Mark Grant, the officer in charge of information services for York Regional Police, was killed in a two-car crash Oct. 27.
Events honour fallen cops BY JOE FANTAUZZI
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The deaths of two York police officers last year — one a young father, the other a veteran — sent shockwaves through the force. Days of mourning followed and large funerals packed by hundreds of people reminded the community of their work, humanity and sacrifice. Const. Garrett Styles, 32, was killed on duty in East Gwillimbury while conducting a traffic stop June 28. Supt. Mark Grant, 54, died in a car crash on his way home from a police conference in October. Now, a charity slo-pitch tournament launched five years ago to remember another York officer killed while on duty will also pay tribute to Const. Styles and Supt. Grant. “They were a part of us also,” event chairperson Det.-Sgt. Lou Malbeuf said. Many younger officers were deeply affected by Const. Styles’ death and many veteran officers were shaken by the death of Supt. Grant, Det.-Sgt. Malbeuf noted. The Rob Plunkett Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament is Saturday at the York Regional Police Association ball fields off of Stonehaven Avenue, south of Mulock Drive in Newmarket. The tournament was launched in memory of Det.-Const. Robert Plunkett, 43, killed on duty while investigating airbag thefts in Markham in 2007. The tournament begins at 8 a.m.
and runs throughout the day. There is no gate fee. Since the tournament was launched in 2008, it has raised more than $50,000 for Ontario Special Olympics — a cause special to Det.-Const. Plunkett — and the Ontario Police Memorial Foundation. Calling Det.-Const. Plunkett a “really solid guy”, Det.-Sgt. Malbeuf, who worked with the officer, said he was strongly affected by his colleague’s death. “We all do the same thing every day and, all of a sudden, someone is taken from us (who) is so close to us,” he said. Twenty-four teams, composed of police officers, paramedics, correctional services officers and other community members, will compete this year. The next day, beginning at 8 a.m., York Regional Police will hold its second annual memorial Ride 4 Styles event. Cyclists will ride about 40 km from the Newmarket police station, at 240 Prospect St., near Water Street, to the Markham police station at 8700 McCowan Rd., at Carlton Road. “This is an opportunity to honour Garrett and his passion for cycling with this memorial bike ride, while raising much-needed funds for a worthy organization,” Chief Eric Jolliffe said. A minimum $40 pledge is required to participate. Participants will be treated to a barbecue meal after the ride.
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Scammers seek your money Watch out for these 5 schemes
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Maybe it’s a mysterious caller alerting you to a virus infecting your computer and offering to make it all go away. Perhaps it’s an e-mail urging you to help move money to secure a fortune. Or it might be a call from a relative, urging you to wire money to free him from jail. Old yarns or new, they’re all from people looking for your money or information. So why are people still falling for these scams? “It’s natural to think something like this is going to happen to someone else,” York Regional Police Det.Sgt. Mike Elliott said. Ontarians were the Canadians most often targeted by mass-marketing schemes in 2011, according to a report by the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. We were also the most likely to complain. While the number of complaints and victims targeted by the schemes decreased in 2011, the total reported dollar loss associated with those schemes increased to $64.2 million, from $58.8 million in 2010, the report shows. To that end, the centre, which collects information and criminal intelligence on fraud schemes that target large amounts of people at a time, has identified dozens of scams making the rounds. Here are five common scams designed to lighten your wallet, steal your identity or get you placed on a spam list:
SERVICES A service scam is any false, deceptive or misleading promotion of or call
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre: 1-888495-8501 or info@antifraudcentre.ca York Regional Police central fraud: 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6612 How Can I Recognize a Scam? (Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre): bit.ly/ywZg7z
the force’s fraud investigators work with seniors groups. One thing you can do is stay in touch with relatives so voices can be easily recognized, Det.-Sgt. Elliott said.
for services, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. Often, these scams involve offers for web, finance, medical and energy services and can include warranties, insurance and sales. One making the rounds in York Region involves a scammer convincing targets their computers are infected with a virus. The scammer then takes remote access of the computer after the target
downloads software under the mistaken belief the scammer will use it to repair the computer. Det.-Sgt. Elliott pointed to another example: a car insurance scam targeting people who want to save cash. Ontario Provincial Police identified it in 2010. This scam involves ads in newspapers and websites offering unusually low rates for which all drivers qualify. A fake insurance slip arrives by mail or e-mail after a premium is wired. Sometimes the fraudsters attached folksy names to the company such as “Arthur and Son” or “Smith and Sons”. But if you get into a collision, it’s not worth the paper on which it is written, Det.-Sgt. Elliott said.
VACATIONS This one can be tricky because some unsolicited offers of vacations can be legitimate. But be wary: legitimate or not, someone is likely looking for money at some point. And you may be on the hook for more, such as a timeshare agreement, according to the anti-fraud centre, which advises researching the company with the Better Business Bureau and other information sources. “Nothing is free,” Det.-Sgt. Elliott added.
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PRIZES Meanwhile, if the vacation, or any other product or service, is being awarded as a prize, you should not have to pay for it, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. And you should immediately start asking questions if you’ve won a prize in a contest you haven’t entered, Det.-Sgt. Elliott said. Sometimes, the prize offer is a game to get your date of birth, social insurance number and other personal information. “Once they’ve got (the information), they become you,” Det.-Sgt. Elliott said.
EMERGENCIES Scammers employing this technique like seniors a lot, police say. Typically, the target receives a phone call from someone identifying himself as a relative, such as a grandchild. A hard-luck story follows, such as he has been arrested for impaired driving in Montreal or Vancouver. Then comes the demand: he needs money wired to fix the problem. While the scam is dying down this year, York officers saw a recent spike a little while ago, Det.-Sgt. Elliott said. In mid-2010, at least three seniors were targeted in a month, York police said. To crack down on victimization,
ADVANCE FEE (ALSO KNOWN AS 419) This typically starts with a letter — or, more commonly, an e-mail — from someone claiming to be inside a foreign nation trying to get large amounts of money out of that country. Sometimes, the letter writer claims to be a government official — or the letter even purports to come from representatives of royalty. If the target responds, a request will often be made for information, including bank name, account numbers and other identifying information. Often, the target will be asked for money up front to make bribes, pay taxes and other administrative fees to get the money out of the country, with the promise of the money being deposited in their bank account. Once the money is transferred, then everyone — including the target, will get a cut. But, typically, all the target gets is a loss because the overseas fortune doesn’t exist. Det.-Sgt. Elliott cautioned against viewing this type of scam as similar to playing the lottery. “In a lottery, they won’t steal (your) identity,” he said. Ultimately, scams are often designed to lower your guard, so you will provide more information to a stranger than you would a relative, the officer said. The most sophisticated schemes typically involve no face-to-face contact, he added.
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It’s two down and one to go as York Region’s environmental services committee approved a motion to accept the first two of a three-tier SM4RT Living plan, a strategy to guide the region’s waste management for the next 25 to 40 years. Formally titled the integrated waste management master plan study, the blueprint, in the second of a three-phase process, was presented to committee yesterday by the region’s sustainable waste management manager, Dave Gordon. As integral as it is complex, Mr. Gordon summarized the ambitious plan launched in 2011 as, “where we are, where we want to go and how we are going to get there.” The first phase, completed earlier this year, assessed waste management programs already in place in York Region, researched what other municipalities are doing and reviewed potential regulatory and program changes that could impact the future. Scheduled for completion this fall, phase two of the plan is part of a road map to guide future waste diversion, with a heavy focus on reducing and reusing resources. Chapter two includes the development of a long-term vision, goals and detailed waste management projections and identification of opportunities for innovative program delivery and funding models, Mr. Gordon said. In addition, given the distribution of waste management roles and responsibilities within the region, a decision-making framework has been developed to foster greater communication, co-operation and sharing of information among all 10 municipal partners as they collectively deliver waste management services in York Region. During this phase, as part of the public consultation, the SM4RT Living Family Challenge selected three families from a pool of more than 25 applicants in late March. The challenge guided families on a threemonth journey to become more aware of lifestyle choices and behaviours. The challenges went beyond basic waste reduction and recycling efforts, challenging participants to embark on a more holistic lifestyle makeover, Mr. Gordon said.
‘Now we’re getting to the difficult part: motivating people to reduce and reuse.’ Deb Schulte
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The final phase, starting early next year, is a vision for our collective future, the committee heard. “We now understand where we are,” the report reads. “Once goals and a vision for the future are set, a plan will be developed to get from today to tomorrow. This will be an interactive and iterative process utilizing technical analysis in concert with stakeholder engagement. “The final product will provide a longterm vision for the future, with comprehensive steps to prepare for it.” Committee members applauded the detailed update. Some took the opportunity to reiterate the essential elements required to bring the plan to fruition. “Now we’re getting to the difficult part: motivating people to reduce and reuse,” Vaughan Regional Councillor Deb Schulte said. “It’s really going to be tough. I try to get people on my street to do it. People are pinched and stressed. What we’ll need is a really good marketing plan.” Aurora Mayor Geoffrey Dawe is hopeful constituents will embrace the environmental three Rs. “It’s generational and I think, eventually, recycling and reusing will be ingrained in people,” he said, illustrating his point with seatbelt laws and how they have been almost universally accepted by drivers and passengers alike. Mr. Gordon noted the region is well on its way to being greener and leaner. In 2010, 52 per cent of waste was diverted through recycling and reducing. “We all have to look at the things we put on the curb,” he said after his presentation. “It’s all made of resources that have value. We have to know how to convert that value rather than dispose of it.”
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Sexually transmitted diseases on rise across province Sexual health questions can be directed to Health Connection, 1-800-361-5653 or visit york.ca/STI for Despite better access to information, sex- more. ually transmitted infections are still on the rise in York Region. Follow reporter Teresa Latchford on Twitter @ Every year, the York Region Public Health TeresaLatchford BY TERESA LATCHFORD
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unit takes on a campaign to further educate the public about STI prevention, while encouraging those who are sexually active to have safer sex. But some still aren’t getting the message, York Region Public Health sexual health clinic team acting manager Nicola Dorosh said. Cases of gonorrhea and chlamydia, both preventable bacteria-based STIs, are on the rise across Canada. The story is no different in York as the numbers continue to climb steadily year after year. In 2007, there were 101 reported cases of gonorrhea and 1,134 cases of syphilis across the region. In 2011,
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those numbers increased to 162 and 1,829. “The message for all STIs is the same,” Ms Dorosh said. “Practise safer sex if you choose to be sexually active and get tested.” While abstaining from sexual activity is a fail-proof scenario for prevention, as it only takes one instance of sexual contact to become infected, the reality is most people aren’t abstaining, she added. But protecting yourself is as easy as using a condom, making it even more frustrating and confusing for sexual health experts across the country who are watching cases of infection increase rather than decrease. “You can control your risk by deciding who and how many partners you have as well as the type of sexual contact you have,” Ms Dorosh said. “You can even discuss getting tested with your partner.” The local health unit continues to attempt to spread the word through various campaigns, such as last year’s program that featured two posters hung at bus stops that depicted a woman’s cleavage and a man’s bare torso with the words “Really easy! No, not the woman. The test for chlamydia”. While the information is out there, one of the challenges is many people don’t seek out information until it applies to them or someone they know, making prevention difficult. When asked why she thinks people aren’t getting the message, she replied if she had the answer, there wouldn’t be a problem. It goes without saying that it is better to catch the infection early on before it spreads further into the body, in some cases causing
infertility. Gonorrhea and chlamydia are easily tested for and treated with antibiotics. Once diagnosed, an individual should then contact and encourage all sexual partners to do the same to stop the spread of infection. “There could be many factors in people not protecting themselves, including the notion it won’t happen to them,” she said. “Another could be access.” The region is geographically large and could cause challenges for those who don’t own vehicles to purchase condoms or get
to one of the six of the health unit’s sexual health clinics in York. These clinics offer counselling and education on contraceptive options and STIs, contraceptives at reduced cost, sexual health exams, testing, diagnosis and treatment of STIs, HIV testing and condoms free of charge. There has also been a rise in the number of individuals in York Region infected with HIV/AIDS, although the numbers have increased and decreased over the years and syphilis cases have generally decreased.
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Stop legislating common sense ISSUE: Province considers making it illegal for all cyclists to ride without helmet.
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remier Dad might be called upon, once again, to legislate us to be safe. Dalton McGuinty and the Liberals have already passed laws to ensure adults don’t smoke on patios or in vehicles with children, and that everyone younger than 18 wears a helmet while riding a bicycle. Now, adult cyclists may be the next target in his cross-hairs. A review of all accidental cycling deaths in the province between 2006 and 2010, recommended, among other things, that bike helmets be required for cyclists of all ages. The belief is a law that covers everyone would address the fact only 27 per cent of cyclists who died from collisions were wearing helmets. Putting helmets on everyone will save lives, according to the report, which was led by deputy chief coroner Dr. Dan Cass. It’s hard to argue against that, but not everyone agrees it’s the right thing to do. In fact, Dr. Cass’ panel members could not agree on whether or not legislation was the best way to promote cycling safety and many of the people who would appear to gain the most from the possible legislation are against it. Cycling groups across the province argue education, not legislation, is the answer. Mandatory helmet use will not reduce the number of cycling injuries and, instead, will only reinforce the incorrect belief that wearing a helmet is the only way to avoid injury. And who’s going to enforce this kind of legislation? Our police officers have more important duties than issuing tickets to helmet-less cyclists. Some even believe helmet laws scare potential cyclists away, according to Markham cycling and pedestrian advisory committee vice-chairperson Peter Miasek. Some European jurisdictions have decided to encourage higher ridership without attaching mandatory helmet use, he added. While Mr. Miasek does not wear a helmet, he tries to keep to trails and residential streets. If he has to ride arterial roads, he rides the sidewalks. He believes he can manage the risk, he said. The mandatory helmet recommendation is the lone part of the coroner’s report that is receiving negative reaction. In addition to the mandatory helmet suggestion, Dr. Cass also recommends an approach at the municipal level that would emphasize the creation of bike paths and bike lanes separated from roads. The inclusion of cycling and road safety education in schools and a Transportation Ministry-led campaign on cycling safety were also part of the report. But the focus seems to be on trying to legislate common sense. Instead of a law that’s just another example of the premier trying to protect us from ourselves, it makes more sense to look at the coroner’s suggestions for reducing cycling accidents. For example, we need more dedicated bike lanes, not just lines painted on existing roads, to make room for our cyclists and keep everyone safe. Unfortunately, this government’s, forté seems simply to be coming up with an easy fix.
BOTTOM LINE: Making helmets mandatory for all cyclists won’t eliminate collisions.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Sacred Heart Relay For Life tops in Canada On behalf of the students and staff at Sacred Heart Catholic High School, I would like to thank the Sacred Heart community for supporting the Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life at our school June 8. Our event was a huge success and we raised more than $150, 000, which was a new Canadian record for high schools. After weeks of fundraising, Sacred Heart surpassed its goal of $130,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society More than 850 Sacred Heart students, staff and community members rallied together to make a difference. From the opening survivor lap, to the closing luminary ceremony, it was a day that changed the lives of many. It was a feat that could not have been accomplished without the commitment of a tightknit community. Thanks to the work of students, volunteers and staff and the generosity of businesses, the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way in the fight against cancer.
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Drivers more dangerous than street games Stop complaining, street games should be allowed, encouraged, editorial, June 14. I’d like to side with the town on this one, for the safety of Jamie Kerr’s sons. I also live on a small side street in a 40-kilometre-per-hour zone, but I have seen for myself the way people drive. I have seen men, women and children drive down my street well over the speed limit. It’s not that children can’t play responsibly, it’s the dangerous and distracted drivers I’d be worried about. Ultimately, the town is responsible for what happens on its streets and what if one of your children were the victim of one of these drivers? Would Mr. Kerr take responsibility? Or would he file a lawsuit against the town for allowing his children to play on the street? Or what about damage to property your children cause? What if a basketball goes through a car window or a puck?
Are you going to pay for it to get repaired? Maybe park your cars on the road and leave the basketball net in your driveway like most people do. Watson Park is close by and there are basketball nets in the park and around back of the school. The Georgina Gym is also just around the corner and they have basketball drop-in programs for youth. Please, Mr. Kerr, use some common sense. Everyone is not out to get you or make your kids fat.
MIKE FLESHERTON KESWICK
Children need places to play Stop complaining, street games should be allowed, encouraged, editorial, June 14. With regards to children playing on the street, I think it is ridiculous this issue was even addressed. Tell the complainer to get stuffed. Our children need somewhere to play and it is good for them to be close to home and getting the much-needed exercise they need. Also, they are not getting into trouble, which many are when they have nothing to do. They need to get together with friends doing something that is good for them, instead of watching TV or playing video games. When I was a child, we were always out on the street playing hop scotch, jump rope, skipping, throwing balls against garages, etc. It was never questioned, just accepted. Then, when my children were young, you could put them outside in the carriage to sleep. Some things have really changed, others not much. I do not know the reason for the complaint, perhaps this is from a childless person who does not like noise, but where does he think kids are going to play? If they are behaving badly, maybe this needs to be addressed with parents, not by making a complaint to the town. If the kids go to a park, it would have grass,
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Runners, hikers should watch out for hawk My father was jogging along a trail in East Gwillimbury June 4 in the Holborn Road and Hwy. 48 area. It is an area frequently used by hikers and joggers. He has used this trail often, but, today, he was attacked four times by a hawk. The bird made contact twice with her talons, followed him about 100 feet and perched watching my dad. After the first two attacks, he armed himself with sticks and looked for low branches for protection. He sustained head injuries. Thank God the injuries weren’t worse, but, more importantly, thank God it wasn’t a child on the trail at that time. It is nesting season, which is probably why the hawk attacked. I have contacted animal control, which referred me to the OSPCA. Perhaps the Natural Resources Ministry could put up signs warning people of the possible danger that part of trail. I’m concerned someone else could get injured.
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so they would not be able to play hockey. If they are playing basketball, they could not take a net. There are not always parks close, either. People just have to complain about everything today. I can see this may be an issue in Toronto because traffic is so busy and it would be unsafe on many streets.
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had the honour of speaking at career day last week at a public school in Thornhill. It’s one of those fun things community newspaper editors are invited to do, right up there with judging the Santa Claus parade or moderating the all-candidates night. (Control your excitement.) How I ranked up there with my fellow presenters — a politician, doctor, lawyer, chef and computer-assisted animator for big budget sci-fi/ adventure films, among others — is a mystery to me, although like the show What Not to Wear, perhaps they brought in someone they thought could have done better with his life, considering his many talents. “Children, pay attention. There’s a life lesson to be learned here,” the looks on the teachers’ faces seemed to say as I walked to the front of the class. (I am just kidding.) I did my best to give the kids some idea of what a community newspaper editor’s job is like and what they might expect if they were to choose a career in local news. In that you spend a lot of time in front of a computer or on the phone and do a lot of reading and working on your computer. Covering wars or natural disasters or being interviewed yourself about the incredible story you broke is much less common and besides, you need to get home on time to have dinner with the kids. I must say the students were very welcoming and asked a lot of great questions, on top of the questions they were compelled to ask to complete the booklet that went with career day, such as how much schooling is required and how much I make. I was also able to give them a little lesson about what news is and how we collect it, harvest it, hunt it down, dig it up or whatever we have to do to get our hands on it (which was one of the common supplementary questions: where does the news come from or how to you get it?) News, I told them, is essentially stories about people, places and things. But mostly people. So what stories about people do other people want to hear? It boils down to a basic criteria. Timeliness: Is it something that just happened? Or is about to happen? That’s news. Did it happen two months ago, two years ago? Not so much. Proximity: Did it happen in Markham, the Chicago suburb (I keep getting Google alerts about Markham, Illinois) or did it happen in Markham, Ont.? If you are talking about Markham the town that wants to be a city (above the city that sometimes thinks it’s a country), then that’s news to the people around here. If it happened in suburban Chicago, it’s not really news, at least not to us, unless it was something really big. Which brings us to... Audience: Who are they? Homeowners with two cars, two kids, two cats who live in a certain area? Certain stories will interest them that might not interest others. Impact: Will what you are about to tell people change the community in which they live? Cost them a lot of money? Alter the environment of the planet they are inhabiting? Then this is a story people tend to want to hear. Conflict: Where there is struggle, violence, crime, war or even a simple difference of opinion, there are stories that tend to get read or listened to. The traffic jam near the accident often isn’t about lanes being blocked, it’s about people slowing down to take a look. Novelty: You might call it, “Man bites dog.” If you are talking about something that happened that rarely happens, something unique, novel, not an everyday occurrence, you have news. Celebrity: For whatever reason, we are interested in what the popular, beautiful, rich, powerful and talented people are up to. It’s in our nature.
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Building industry event raises $700K BY KIM ZARZOUR
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The rest of the province may have fallen on hard times in this struggling economy, but the construction industry has still managed to dig deeper than ever to help those in need. The 30th annual Building Industry Luncheon, held in Markham yesterday, raised $700,000 in support of United Way York Region — a 5-per-cent increase over last year’s record-breaking event. “It’s a reflection of the deep generosity and moral commitment that this industry feels to give back,” said Daniele Zanotti, United Way’s CEO. As the sold-out crowd of more than 1,200 guests dined in the Le Parc banquet hall, Mr. Zanotti praised the efforts of Alfredo DeGasperis, chairperson of Condrain Group and founder of the fundraising luncheon. “He is a gem. Not any other man could year after year mobilize this kind of thing
... There is no silent auction, no big-name keynote speakers, no big giveaways, just carnations on the table. And every dollar raised here, thanks to Fred, goes right to United Way.” Mr. DeGasperis, who usually hosts the event, has been ill and could not attend this year, but proceedings were videotape so he could watch in absentia. Guests were asked to stand and send out a round of applause “loud enough for Fred to hear”, recognizing him as the driving force behind the event. “We can all look forward to having Fred back healthy and at the helm of the 31st BIL next year,” Mr. Zanotti said. The $300-a-plate luncheon, which over its 30-year history has raised almost $7 million for front-line programs and services, also heard from keynote speaker Bob Chiarelli, minister of transportation and infrastructure and MPP Greg Sorbara. Mr. Chiarelli highlighted the building industry’s importance in providing job cre-
ation, infrastructure to keep Ontario competitive, housing for an ever-increasing population and increasing quality of life for citizens. At the same time, he said, the industry is “going one step further by giving back to the communities they helped build. “With a region of nearly a million people, you will probably have 95 per cent of the population doing well ... but the other 5 per cent represent 50,000 people. That’s a small city amongst us. And that’s why we’re here
today.” While workplace campaigns have suffered in this fragile economy, Mr. Zanotti said the luncheon remains the United Way’s most successful fundraiser, likely because of the affinity between building structures and building community. There’s a natural partnership between those creating subdivisions and shopping malls, he said, and those creating invisible supports for neighbourhoods.
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nities for improvement, Ms Barnett said. The data tells the hospital and its partners to keep focused on ensuring stroke patients have greater access to beds in the region’s dedicated stroke units, enhancements to rehabilitation services and increasing the percentage of eligible patients receiving tissue plasminogen activator, a protein involved in the breakdown of blood clots. York Central is working with its various partners to address the gaps.
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Bands earn up-and-coming status BY TERESA LATCHFORD
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Two local bands have staked their claim to up-an-coming status. Liquid Fire Entertainment’s Michael Racioppo will release Up & Coming Hitmakers, Round 1: East June 19. The all-Canadian compilation album series unites the alternative pop underground from across the nation. The series will pit East Coast against West Coast with the first instalment featuring Newmarket’s Colour Color and Aurora’s Use As Directed. “It’s cool to be a part of something all Canadian,” Colour Color lead singer Johnny Simmen said. “It’s exciting and I’m curious to see where it goes.” It was a great project for the local band, which will release its first full-length album in September. Mr. Simmen and Kyle Sitress met when they were touring with separate bands. The two quickly became friends and kept in touch through technology. When neither band worked out, Mr. Simmen took a shot in the dark and asked Mr. Sitress if he would be willing to move from Michigan to make a go of it together. They draw inspiration from everyday events and social issues faced around the world. “We started writing music and lyrics and it has been going well ever since,” Mr. Simmen said, mentioning the duo has a show coming up at Revival in Toronto June 22. Use As Directed lead singer Keegan Powell has been with the band since he was 12. While members have come and gone over the years, the name has stayed and the current members have been together for more than a year. “We are really excited to be a part of this,” Mr. Powell said. “It’s nice to be a band that is representing Canadian music.” Not a fan of organized sports, the former Aurora Senior Public School student turned to lessons at a music school across the street. He started playing guitar and was put in a band at the Ausom Aurora Music School that continued on after the lessons were done. The band will play festivals this summer, including S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival in St. Catharines and Sweet Fest Dude in Kitchener. The band will also tour the East Coast for two weeks in August. The compilation brings together 16 artists with strong sales in the commercial and direct-to-fan arenas with producers who have worked with bands such as Simple Plan, Liferuiner, The Early November and The Maine, Mr. Racioppo said. Their singles have been played on the radio and videos featured on MuchMusic. Most have been on tour and their music featured on hit TV series such as The Secret Circle, Degrassi: The Next Generation and Disband/Discovered.
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Sixty-nine per cent of Ontarians are concerned with the cost of maintaining a steady temperature in their homes during the summer months, according to a recent survey conducted for Direct Energy, the company’s home idea director, Dave Walton, said. On average, half of your summer electric bill is for air conditioning.
effect of leaks is like a hole the size of a basketball,” he said. The survey noted 78 per cent of 905-area home owners used programmable thermostats. Most air conditioning units older than 12 years operate around 10 SEER (seasonal energy efficiency rating), meaning they are a lot less energy efficient than newer models on the market, Mr. Walton said. To save on cooling costs, you should be sure to get regular main-
tenance checks on existing equipment or, if it is older than a dozen years, upgrade to a new 14 SEER unit for even greater savings. “To help reduce energy usage and keep your central air conditioner working at optimum level, keep the top of the outdoor unit unobstructed and tall grass away from the sides,” Mr. Walton said. “If you’re landscaping, try to grow shade for the unit. Keeping the sun off it will save you about 10 per cent
on energy costs.” Additional cost-saving advice, available at residential.directenergy.com, includes using major appliances during off-peak hours and using your microwave or barbecue for cooking and reheating where possible. Closing window drapes and blinds, sealing wood-burning fireplace openings and teaching kids to turn off lights go a long way to taking the heat out of your home and off your monthly bills.
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ridership without attaching mandatory helmet use, Mr. Miasek said. While he does not wear a helmet, he tries to keep to the trails and residential streets. If he has to ride arterial roads, he rides the sidewalks. He feels he can manage the risk, he said, adding if required by law, he will wear a helmet. The coroner’s report found 95 of the 129 cyclists — or 74 per cent — who suffered a fatal injury were not wearing a helmet. Of those who were younger than 18, seven of the 16 killed were wearing a helmet. The coroner’s report acknowledges because the coroner’s office did not examine all cycling injuries, it can’t state with certainty the degree to which wearing a helmet makes it less likely a cyclist will suffer a head injury. As the coroner’s office was preparing its report, Markham’s cycling and pedestrian advisory committee sent a letter to Dr. Cass in November 2011 detailing six recommendations to improve safety for all cyclists. The letter recommended investigating how feasible it is to require large trucks, trailers and buses to install side guards. The letter also suggested the introduction of a provincial funding program to construct cycling infrastructure. The committee believes separated bike lanes are needed on many arterial roads. Among the other recommendations in the letter were amending provincial traffic law to mandate a minimum distance between vehicles and bikes and increasing education and awareness of cycling, bike safety, urban planning and other concepts. The letter did not address the subject of helmets. The coroner’s report, released Monday, comes as several initiatives have launched in York to promote cycling. In the past year, the region developed its first regional cycling map. A Lake Simcoeto-Lake Ontario cycling route has also been proposed. Because bicycles and motor vehicle traffic don’t often mix well, York Regional Police has advocated the use of helmets by all cyclists for years, Staff Sgt. Brad Bulmer said. Even if cyclists are separated from traffic, cyclists who crash may suffer injury, he noted. Thus, the importance of the bike helmet — even for trail riders — in the mind of the
Peter Miasek is vice-chairperson of the Markham cycling and pedestrian advisory committee. officer. “The helmet is designed to offer protection for your head striking the ground, not striking vehicles,” he said. Five cyclists were killed across York Region between 2006 and 2011. In one incident in June 2009, a male cyclist died after his bike and a sport utility vehicle collided near Islington Avenue and Hwy. 7 in Vaughan. He was not wearing a helmet. Several cyclists have also been struck by vehicles during the same period, including a 17-year-old Newmarket boy at Mulock Drive and Steven Court in July 2010 and an 8-yearold boy at Spruce and Mark streets in Aurora, near Yonge and Wellington streets, in 2011. A 52-year-old Toronto man riding a yellow recumbent Bluevelo cab-bike was struck and left behind on the road near Dufferin Street, north of Major MacKenzie Drive in Vaughan June 5. A Vaudreuil-Dorion, Que. man, 63, faces charges including failing to stop at the scene of a collision causing bodily harm and failing to report a collision. It’s not clear if those cyclists were wearing helmets. Meanwhile, the province will update its cycling policy and consult cyclists and municipalities during the summer as part of that process, Transportation Minister Bob Chiarelli said after Dr. Cass’ report was released. The province endorses the principles in his recommendations and will assess those recommendations in a timely manner, while also considering timelines and budgets, Mr. Chiarelli said.
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Justin Goss, 2, of Bradford and his family were treated to a sneak peek at the new Disney Store in Upper Canada Mall Tuesday
Experience Disney at Newmarket Mall BY AMANDA PERSICO
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You don’t have to travel far for the Disney experience. The new Disney Store in Upper Canada Mall fancies itself as a stroll through one of Disney’s many parks. And the experience is what brings families together, Newmarket store manager Shelly McNamee said. “The store is an extension of Disneyland and Disney World,� she said. “Whether you visit a park or a store, you get the same awesome experience. We’re bringing the magic to Newmarket.� The store opens Saturday at 9 a.m. with Mickey and Minnie kicking off the grand opening ceremony. And the celebration continues each morning as staff and crew use a giant key to unlock the imagination of the store. With princesses and other characters, the store offers an experience that includes a magic mirror, child’s lifesize play castle, translucent trees, Cars neighbourhood and children’s theatre featuring the latest Disney entertainment. The 4,000-square-foot store features a blue pixie dust trail that winds through a wooded park setting, lined with translucent trees that light up and change colours with each season or celebration. And the celebrations don’t stop at the front gate. There will be sporadic firework displays, birthday hullabaloos and other milestone mentions, such as the end of school, loss of first baby tooth and scoring the winning goal at a soccer game. Each newly designed store aims to deliver the best 30 minutes of a child’s day, Disney Stores district manager Jenifer Maund said. Everything in the store is designed with a child in mind, from buttons, tunnels, spiny things and a touchscreen theatre program. Designers rolled around on chairs to get the right height for kids, Ms Maund said, noting everything focuses around children. Newmarket’s store is the first of its kind in the region and one of 60 newly designed stores in North America. “This is perfect for the kids,� York Region resident Shari Goss said. “They can have fun and play while I do my thing.� Each store also features a digital screen outside that displays the day’s interactive activities, such as dance lessons, singalongs and storytime, as well as companywide events and promotions. Mickey and Minnie will be available for photographs at the mall’s centre court Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Disney store is the latest addition to the Upper Canada family, which also recently welcomed the first re-branded Sony Store in Canada, Apple, Victoria’s Secret, Michael Hill, M for Mendocino and Coach. Upper Canada will also see Michael Kors and Browns Shoes open by the end of summer. For more information, visit uppercanadamall.com
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School boards aim to stop bullying Accepting Schools Act doesn’t change much: boards
‘This is a wonderful example of prevention and not punishment. We are aiming to create the kind of environment kids can and want to learn in.’
BY TERESA LATCHFORD
tlatchford@yrmg.com
Local school boards aren’t waiting for the province as they move ahead with their own safe schools strategies. The province has just announced it is taking the next step in its accepting schools action plan by establishing a new expert panel. The group is expected to identify and advise on the development of resources and practices schools should use to promote a positive climate, equity, inclusive education and bullying prevention. The announcement comes on the heels of the passing of the Accepting Schools Act, also known as Bill 13, earlier this month, which will take effect in Ontario schools this fall. As for what changes the implementation of the new law will bring to the York Region District School Board, superintendent Allan Hoyle said details are being ironed out. “I like to think we’ve been a little bit ahead of the curve on this one,” he said. Work on creating safe school environments was well under way before the announcement of the new law, he said. The local board has been consulting two working groups, one with internal staff and the other made up of community partners including York Regional Police and the York Region Bullying Coalition. The working groups are helping develop a two-part strategy. The first part will focus on philosophy and defining bullying, while the second is on practical steps to help prevent or intervene in bullying. “A big part of developing a plan that works is to listen to the students, parents and teachers,” Mr. Hoyle said. “As a public institution, we do have an obligation to respond to the legislation, but, ultimately, we hope to see equity for every student across the province.” The provincial panel of experts will design a model strategy and boards will use it as an example when creating their own, as one
Vaughan hospital has name BY ADAM MARTIN ROBBINS
amartinrobbins@yrmg.com
Vaughan’s long-awaited hospital is to be called — drum roll, please — Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, yorkregion.com has learned. Representatives from York Central Hospital, tasked with the planning and development of the new facility in Vaughan, declined to confirm the new name in advance of tomorrow’s official announcement. But multiple sources close to York Central told The Citizen that is, in fact, the new moniker. The name links the hospital with the new overarching corporate entity dubbed Mackenzie Health, that will oversee both York Central Hospital in Richmond Hill and the Vaughan hospital. York Central Hospital is getting a new name as well — Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital, sources said. Both hospital sites are located along Major Mackenzie Drive, about eight kilometres apart. Of course, there’s also a new logo. It’s a person with a purple head, arms and a torso shaped like an M in orange and purple legs shaped like an H. The words Mackenzie Health, in purple lettering, appear to the right. York Central’s president and CEO Altaf Stationwala said the process to come up with the names and logo as well as mission, value and vision statements took nearly year and involved in-depth community consultation. Hospital staff also provided substantial input. “We felt, very much, that this was defining the transformation of our organization into a mandate of becoming a regional health care provider,” he said. “... It was pretty was significant engagement, I would say, and it was about getting the community behind what we’re about to create. This is a work in progress and, over time, they’re going to see the evolution of two hospitals in southwest York Region and a network of community health care providers.” Consulting firm FleishmanHillard helped carry out the consultation process and develop the artwork. C
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plan is not going to work for every school board, Mr. Hoyle said. The public board is still finalizing timelines for its strategy, which will include the province’s new law, to be complete. It expects to have the framework ready by August, have a full draft in September that will go out for feedback and have something in place by the end of October. “This is a wonderful example of prevention and not punishment,” Mr. Hoyle said. “We are aiming to create the kind of environment kids can and want to learn in.” There won’t be significant changes for the York Catholic District School Board when the new law comes into play, religious and family life co-ordinator Michael Way Skinner said. “We are already doing most of what is laid out in the legislation,” he said. “Really, the only change is we will have to allow students to call their clubs gay-straight alliances if they wish.” Many schools in the board have student groups supporting differences in sexual orientation, but he doubts students will seek to change group names. The board has already implemented an anti-bullying and safe schools plan with input from parents, staff and the school community. Ongoing student feedback is provided at events such as the upcoming symposium, Desire for Change, that will bring 250 students together to discuss bullying due to race, sexual orientation and ability. “The new law doesn’t change the process,” Mr. Skinner said.
Class Environmental Assessment to address Outfall Capacity Limitations at the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant
NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION FORUM # 2 The Regional Municipalities of Durham and York have jointly initiated a Schedule C Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (Class EA) to identify the preferred solution for addressing the future capacity limitations of the existing outfall at the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP). The first Public Information Forum held in May 2011, provided information on the Class EA process and background information on the study. In order to provide further information on the initial screening of alternatives, the evaluation criteria being considered for the impact assessment and to receive input from interested persons, Durham and York Regions will be holding Public Information Forum (PIF) #2 as follows: Date: Time: Location:
Tuesday June 26, 2012 Open House from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Formal presentation at 6:30 p.m. Pickering Recreation Complex, Meeting Room 1 & 2 (second floor), 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering, ON (parking located at the front of the building)
Date: Time: Location:
Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Open House from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Formal presentation at 6:30 p.m. Banquet Hall, McLean Community Centre 95 Magill Drive, Ajax, ON
If you require accommodations to fully participate in this meeting please contact Durham Region at 905-668-7711 ext. 3840 with your specific requirements. Public and agency consultation is a key component of the Municipal Class EA process. All those with an interest in the project are encouraged to attend the Public Information Forum to provide input into this important study. Comments are welcome at any time during the Class EA, at all Public Information Forums, via the project website, via email or by contacting either of the Regions’ Project Managers. Details have been given below. Website:
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Email:
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Project Managers:
Barry Laverick, P.Eng. Project Manager The Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3 Phone: 905 668-7711, ext. 3840 Toll-free: 1-800-372-1102 Fax: 905-668-2051
Wayne Green, P.Eng. Project Manager The Regional Municipality of York 17250 Yonge Street Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 Phone: 905 830-4444, ext. 5049 Toll-free: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 5049 Fax: 905-836-4590
As part of the consultation initiative, the Regions are compiling a Project Contact List of parties interested in receiving further information during the Class EA process. If you are interested in being added to the Project Contact List, please submit your contact information. Project documents will also be posted to the project website, and reference copies will be available at the Central Branch of the Pickering Public Library and the Main Branch of the Ajax Public Library. Please note that comments will be maintained for reference throughout the project and will become part of the public record. Under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Environmental Assessment Act, any personal information such as name, address and telephone number included in a submission will become part of the public record unless the commenter specifically requests that such personal details not be included in the public record. Thank you for your participation in this study.
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Thursday, June 21, 2012
Race horse owners struggle with loss of subsidy BY AMANDA PERSICO AND KIRSTY MACPHERSON
up an expert panel that will develop a vision for the future, provide recommendations and advise on how to modernize and increase other revenue sources. But that move doesn’t sit well with horse owners. “We lose money as it is,” said Caledon horse owner Shale Wagman, noting owners only make money if their horses win. “People won’t be into (horse racing) if there is no money to be won.” Owners have to pay an entrance fee as well as rent a stall for the time spent at tracks, which is in addition to training, medical, boarding and grooming costs.
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Those in the horse racing industry don’t see how an advisory panel will help with the loss of a $345-million subsidy. The province is putting an end to the racing subsidy and, instead, funneling the funds into education and health care, Oak RidgesMarkham MPP Helena Jaczek said. “(This) is necessary to make sure we have the best schools and health care that local families deserve,” she said. The province has set aside $50 million as a transition fund for the industry and also set
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Nin Os Kom Tin Aboriginal Celebration is Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fairy Lake Park in Newmarket. Celebrate aboriginal culture with this annual festival featuring hand drumming groups, dancers, singers and crafts. Visit ninoskomtin.org
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North Town Music and Art Wars is Friday, 5:30 p.m. at the Granville Lounge and Grill, 185 Main St. S., Newmarket. This is the ultimate battle of the bands, where more than 45 musical acts and 15 visual artists battled it out for the top spot. The finale features 17 musical acts and a full display of art created during the two-month battle. Visit North Town Music Wars on Facebook.
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The Schomberg garden tour is Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., starting at the Schomberg Community Hall, 235 Main St. The Schomberg Horticultural Society invites you to its annual garden tour. Visit eight beautiful gardens in and around town. For tickets, call 905-939-2216.
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Summer wildflowers: exploring nature’s bounty is Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Koffler Scientific Reserve at Jokers Hill, 17000 Dufferin St., King Township. Learn to identify dozens of wildflower species, native and non-native, using field guides and hand lenses. Visit ksr.utoronto.ca
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A community dog hike is Saturday, 10 a.m. at Rogers Reservoir Conservation Area. There will be several water stations along the route. Dogs must remain on leash and each participant will receive a doggy bag for your furry friend. To register, visit eastgwillimbury.ca
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Clarissa Duthie (from left), 10, Taylor Holmes, 9, Sarah Foster, 9 and Isabelle Vater, 9, raised more than $1,200 for GRAN-Aurora through a penny drive at Devins Drive Public School.
Students raise $1,200 in pennies BY DAVID FLEISCHER
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Pennies may soon go the way of the dodo, but in the meantime, a group of Devins Drive Public School students have shown just how far the coins can go. The four Grade 4 girls — Clarissa Duthie, Sarah Foster, Taylor Holmes and Isabelle Vater — managed to collect more than 120,000 of the coins during a penny drive this spring. “We said we wanted to make a difference for the world,” Sarah says of the idea that
came following a school presentation by Grandmothers Advocacy Network president Chris Robertson in the spring. The plan was to raise about $500 for GRAN-Aurora. GRAN is a branch of the Stephen Lewis Foundation benefitting African grandmothers, many of whom are tending to children whose parents died of AIDS. Even following a cheque presentation last week for more than $1,200, the pennies continue trickling in, meaning the girls now See GIRLS, page B4.
LOCAL HERO What is a local hero? It’s our way of recognizing someone, a “regular” person, who has inspired you, be it with one small, selfless act or by living a life that makes a positive impact on others. Nominate your local hero by e-mailing David Fleischer at dfleischer@yrmg.com
St. Max celebrates first graduation School opened with grades 9, 10 students BY KIRSTY MACPHERSON
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Meghan Morrison is the president of St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic High School’s first graduating class.
A group of Aurora students get the honour of being the first graduating class in their school’s history. St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic High School’s first graduation ceremony is June 28 at Terrace Banquet Centre in Vaughan. The school opened with grades 9 and 10 students in 2009. Since then, those students have seen some changes at the school. “The biggest change was the actual finishing of the school,” principal Domenic Scuglia said. “Also, having a full high school
with grades 9 to 12 courses and the construction of the new track.” Highlighting the first graduation ceremony is a speech by Father Lucjan Krolikowski, 92, a Franciscan monk. “Father Lucjan is one of the few, if only, people left who knew St. Maximilian Kolbe,” Mr. Scuglia said. “He came in 2009 to speak to our students for the opening school blessing.” Among the students receiving diplomas will be this year’s class president, Meghan Morrison. “(High school) was such a good experience and being the first graduating class will be like leaving a legacy,” she said She and her classmates got the unique experience of attending a two-grade high See STUDENTS, page B4.
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COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS WHAT’S HAPPENING? Thursday, June 21 7 p.m. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Monday, June 25 7 p.m. Economic Development Advisory Committee Tuesday, June 26 7 p.m. Council Wednesday, June 27 7 p.m. Public Planning Wednesday, July 4 7 p.m. Council Compensation Ad-Hoc Committee Meetings are usually held in the Town Hall and are open to the public. Regular Council Meetings are broadcast on Rogers TV, Channel 10. For further information, please contact the Customer and Legislative Services department at 905-727-1375. For a complete listing of upcoming meetings, please see the meeting calendar on the Town’s website at www.aurora.ca/calendar
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Art for the Park This spring The Town of Aurora invited local schools and community groups to participate in the Art for the Park program. Art for the Park is a creative initiative where groups paint original artwork on picnic tables for display in parks throughout the Town. Vote for your favourite! The painted picnic tables can be seen at Aurora Town Hall until Friday, June 22 at 4 p.m. Submit your vote in person at Aurora Town Hall’s Info Aurora desk (first floor) or view the tables online at www.aurora.ca and send your vote by email to ncampsall@aurora.ca For more information about Art for the Park, please call 905-726-4760.
Dinner and a Movie Join us at the Aurora Public Library on Saturday, June 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner and a movie. The featured film is Big Miracle (rated PG). Open to ages 11 to 14. There is a $3 charge per person, which includes pizza. For more information, please call 905-726-4760.
Superhero Movie Night Join us at the Aurora Public Library on Saturday, June 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner and a movie. The featured film is Big Miracle (rated PG). Open to ages 11 to 14. There is a $3 charge per person, which includes pizza. For more information, please call 905-726-4760. photo by: Susie Kockerscheidt
Doors Open Aurora
Brian North, Aurora’s 2012 Citizen of the Year Congratulations to Brian North, The Town of Aurora’s 2012 Citizen of the Year. Mr. North was presented with this prestigious award by Mayor Geoffrey Dawe in Council Chambers at Aurora Town Hall on Tuesday, June 12. Brian is a resident of Aurora with decades of involvement in the community including years of volunteer and committee participation with the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, Scouts Canada and the Aurora United Church. Mr. North has also devoted years to coaching minor baseball in Aurora as well as supporting several charitable organizations including Habitat for Humanity, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of York Region, Neighbourhood Network, The Women’s Centre of York Region and Community Living Newmarket/Aurora. Brian is truly deserving of the Citizen of the Year award for his passion and dedication to our community.
The Town of Aurora invites you to discover a part of Aurora you may not have seen before! The 7th annual Doors Open Aurora event is taking place on Saturday, July 14, with most sites open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Doors Open offers a rare opportunity to explore more than 20 sites of interest, many of which are not normally open to the public. Tour buildings, take guided tours, view special exhibits and displays all for free! There are also activities for the kids! Visit www.aurora.ca to learn more and start planning your day.
Splash Pads open for the season
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The children’s water-play splash pads located at Town Park (Wells Street and Mosley Street) and at Ada Johnson Park (Hartwell Way and Conover Avenue) are open. The hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week. Please be advised that splash pads are not supervised by Town staff. For further information, please call 905-727-3123 ext. 3233.
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Public Open House The Aurora Promenade Streetscape Design and Implementation Plan
R E C YC LI N G REMINDERS
The Town of Aurora is organizing the second in a series of public consultations for the Aurora Promenade Streetscape Design and Implementation Plan on Thursday, June 28 at 6 p.m. at the Aurora Public Library (Magna Room), located at 15145 Yonge Street.
Thank you for your ongoing recycling efforts!
At this public open house, the draft Streetscape Design and Implementation Plan will be presented, including the project’s next steps. There will also be a feedback and question and answer period.
By recycling, we are diverting trash from landfills and re-using products to protect our resources.
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The Aurora Promenade Concept Plan Urban Design Strategy identified the need to conduct a detailed Streetscape Design and Implementation Plan for key sections of Yonge Street and Wellington Street to accomodate redevelopment and its integration with the established historic character of the area.
Plastic wrapping and plastic bags, including clear or blue recycling bags, are not accepted in Aurora’s Blue Box program.
Town of Aurora staff are guiding this project and has retained The Planning Partnership and Kramer Design Associates to lead the process.
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE THESE ITEMS IN YOUR BLUE BOX: • Plastic rigid containers (with recycling symbols labeled from one to seven) • Beverage cartons • Foil
To help prevent items from falling out of the Blue Box during windy days, please pack items neatly in the Blue Box with heavier items placed on top.
For more information, please contact Fausto Filipetto, Planning & Development Services, at 905-727-3123 ext. 4342 or ffilipetto@aurora.ca
For a full list of acceptable recycling items, please visit www.aurora.ca/wasteandrecycling or take a look through Aurora’s 2012 Recycling and Garbage Collection Calendar.
Additional details pertaining to The Aurora Promenade can be accessed on our website at www.aurora.ca/aurorapromenade
For waste and recycling questions, please contact Aurora’s Waste/Recycling Coordinator at 905-727-3123 ext. 3447.
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10 a.m. Parade travels south on Yonge Street from Orchard Heights Boulevard to Murray Drive Kids can join us for pre-parade sidewalk chalking at 8:30 a.m. in front of the Aurora Public Library
Entertainment Lineup Lambert Willson Park The Aurora Home Hardware and Crabby Joe’s Stage
TODAY
CELEBRATION National Aboriginal Day, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Families are welcomes to enjoy an evening of artistic pursuit and discovery, with free family art activities, discussion, stories, a discovery table of artifacts and plenty of jokes. Visit auroraculturalcentre. ca
ENVIRONMENT Staging sustainability, 7 to 9 p.m. at 556 Edward St., Richmond Hill. Learn to make theatre productions more ecologically responsible with James McKernan of York University. Visit yorkregionartscouncil. com
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FARMERS MARKET Aurora farmers market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Aurora Town Park. Purchase farm fresh local produce. The market runs every Saturday until Oct. 24. Visit theaurorafarmersmarket.com
CELEBRATION Nin Os Kom Tin Aboriginal Celebration, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fairy Lake Park. Celebrate Aboriginal culture with this annual festival featuring hand drumming groups, dancers, singers and crafts. Visit ninoskomtin.org
GARDENING Summer wildflowers: exploring nature’s bounty, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Koffler Scientific Reserve at Jokers Hill, 17000 Dufferin St., King Township. Learn to identify dozens of wildflower species, native and non-native, using field guides and hand lenses. Visit ksr.utoronto.ca
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GARDENING Schomberg garden tour, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Schomberg Community Hall, 235 Main St., King Township. The Schomberg Horticultural Society invites you to their annual garden tour. Visit eight beautiful gardens in and around town. For tickets, call 905-939-2216.
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NUTRITION Freedom from the fire: healing inflammation with food, 7 p.m. at the Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge St. Cancer, diabetes, heart disease, depression, celiac disease and Alzheimer’s disease all have one thing in common: inflammation. Join nutritionist Carol Fazari and learn her practical step-by-step approach to reclaiming your health and reducing the inflammation that plagues you. To register, visit library.aurora.on.ca
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GARDENING Garden Aurora, 8 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 105 Industrial Pkwy.N. , Aurora. Local Matters with author Margaret Webb is about local and organic food in our communities. For more information, visit gardenaurora.com
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Canada Day Celebrations 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Lambert Willson Park 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Free pancake breakfast (while supplies last) Passport activity for kids Giant petting zoo Little Hammers Club, brought to you by RONA Horseshoe tournament (Register at 11 a.m., $3 per adult) 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. FREE swimming at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex 1 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. FREE skating at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. Geocaching
National Anthem Reaffirmation of Canadian Citizenship Ceremony with MP Lois Brown and Mayor Geoffrey Dawe, followed by cake-cutting 1 p.m. The Glenn Marais Band 3:30 p.m. 2012 Aurora Teen Idol competition tion final round 7 p.m. “The Rolling Stones Show” by Hot Rocks 9:45 p.m. Fireworks
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Derek Foster book talk, 7 p.m. at the Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge St. Mr. Foster retired at 34 and is one of Canada’s youngest retirees. His investing approach allowed him to become a millionaire in his 30s. Learn the secrets of investing. To register, visit library.aurora. on.ca
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The Royal Wood Shop founders Kathie Gerrits (left) and Betsy Rowe celebrated the business’ 30th anniversary last Friday.
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Business celebrates 30 years in Aurora BY DAVID FLEISCHER
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What does it mean for Betsy Rowe and Kathie Gerrits to see the store they founded celebrating its 30th anniversary? “It means we’re twice as old as we were. Yikes!” says Ms Gerrits, who joined Ms Rowe in launching The Royal Wood Shop in 1982, now a mainstay on Wellington Street. The shop closed its doors early last Friday, firing up the barbecue, tapping some kegs and hosting a celebration with nearly 20 staff alongside dozens of longtime customers. It has come a long way from a store that was essentially a curiosity when it opened. “I remember the day when (a group of contractors) came in to check out the girls who opened the lumber shop,” Ms Rowe recalls. “They didn’t buy anything that day, but they’ve been solid customers ever since.” The two knew each other through their husbands, owners of the mill at the corner of Wellington and Industrial Parkway. Ms Gerrits was pregnant when their first shop opened on Industrial. They expanded to the next-door unit within six months and, in less than five years, they’d moved to the current location, alongside the mill. The two easily banter about the first
Perhaps the most relevant change is the opening of a Home Depot just around the corner. That hasn’t been an issue, Mr. Gerrits says, noting Royal Wood does more work with people in the contracting industry and, like many small businesses, has carved out a niche into which the big box stores can’t really cut. “We were worried,” he admits. “But it hasn’t seemed to affect us because our product line is very deep, very focused.” Indeed, even his business card is made out of maple rather than cardboard. During the week, it’s mostly tradespeople coming through the door, but Saturday tends to be when do-it-yourselfers come in, often looking for some custom piece they can’t find elsewhere. These days, the Wellington mill is primarily used for auxiliary work, with the main work done at a newer facility further north. The growth has meant a shifting, expanding customer base, requiring the store to streamline operations and hire more staff, Mr. Gerrits said. Despite the changing character of the neighbourhood, the owners aren’t looking to move out any time soon. “Even though I’m not involved anymore, I still feel like it’s my baby,” Ms Rowe says. “It’s such a big part of our lives.”
customer coming in, looking to renovate his kitchen. “It didn’t take long for them to realize we knew what we were talking about,” Ms Rowe says. The women never quite managed to shake the confusion that struck some customers regarding them running the shop themselves. Even after they’d been open for years, the pair repeatedly received, “Can I speak to your boss?” enquiries or, somewhat better, job offers. A 1986 Toronto Star article describes the pair as “dynamic, fashionable blondes” and even if there are a few more grey hairs today, it’s easy to see things haven’t changed much. Both women are retired now and for the past 10 years, Ms Rowe’s son, Brad, has run the shop. Taking over the family business was a natural move for him, given his love of the town, the store, staff and customers, he says. The four tall, brown silos of the original mill are increasingly an anachronism along the fast-growing Wellington strip. In the past few years, they’ve seen shiny, new plazas open alongside and the substantial expansion of the Aurora GO station parking lot.
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The Aurora Model Airplane club will live to fly another day after all. The local club looked like it might have to close the proverbial hangar doors earlier this spring with news their longtime field on Leslie Street, south of Wellington Street, was set to become the new Bulk Barn corporate headquarters. The club was set to leave the site by the end of this month, but now has a new lease on life thanks to the donation of land by Magna magnate Frank Stronach. “Mr. Stronach came to our rescue,” club vice-president Jeff Greenberg said. “He’s been amazing.” It was a story about the club’s imminent demise in The Banner that attracted the right attention and got the club the offer it needed to keep going, Mr. Greenberg said. This weekend, club members will tear down the equipment at their old site and begin moving to the new land near Davis Drive and Kennedy Road. The airplanes may be relatively small — wingspans range from about three to eight feet — but they still require adequate space for takeoff and landing — not to mention flying. “It’s not so much the land as the air above it,” Mr. Greenberg said. “It’s hard to find a good place to have your club ... As you develop, you just run out of land. It’s been a real tough grind.” The club’s Richmond Hill counterpart lost its longtime field on 19th Avenue to development last year, reducing its members to largely flying smaller planes in a high school gym. Some former members of that group are among the 120 dedicated hobbyists from all over the region who take to the skies every day of the week with the Aurora club. Mr. Greenberg had nothing but praise for town director of parks and recreation Allan Downey, who did his best to ensure members weren’t grounded. It was Mr. Downey who contacted The Stronach Group’s community and government relations director Steve Hinder, knowing the company had land in the area that might fit the bill. — with files from Jeremy Grimaldi
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Petch House use up for debate BY DAVID FLEISCHER
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Aurora’s historic Petch House could be in its new home before the summer is out. Council approved plans to reconstruct the log home near the Aurora Seniors Centre and arboretum entrance and soil excavation is set to start this week. A concrete pad will be poured in July and the home is expected to be in place before the end of September, town spokesperson Michael Kemp said. It’s been nearly a five-year journey for the house that once looked sure to meet the wrecking ball. Even after the decision to save it, questions remained about whether or not to put it in Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area, near the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex or elsewhere.
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For now, the house is in pieces, being analysed and tended to by resident Peter Van Nostrand. It’s been there since its disassembly and removal from its former location near the corner of Leslie and Wellington streets nearly a year ago. It will be assembled and then taken apart one more time before being taken to its new home, Mr. Kemp said. The next job for council and residents will be to figure out just what to do with the building. “I think it will be a great addition to all the plans for
the town’s (150th) anniversary,” Katherine Belrose said of the looming 2013 celebration. Ms Belrose helped found Friends of Petch House, a group that raised funds and joined the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario to ensure the house was not demolished. She hasn’t seen the house since its disassembly, but thinks its future use should incorporate its pioneer heritage, perhaps as a local history museum; the sort of place perfect for school programming. Aurora heritage commit-
tee member John McIntyre was happy with the visibility the new location provides. The building could serve as an interpretive centre for the adjacent arboretum, he suggested. The former site’s owner, SmartCentres, paid the relocation costs and council earmarked $130,000 to salvage the two-storey home that was built sometime between 1820 and 1840. It was home to the family of Jonathan Petch, who is believed to have settled in the area and cleared the land starting in 1818. By the middle of the century, the Leslie-Wellington crossing was marked on maps as the hamlet of Petchville. A historic plaque on the wall of the Esso station at the intersection, where a blacksmith shop once stood, recalls the hamlet’s story.
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have their sights set on tripling that goal. “We felt like, ‘Wow, we’re so important and we’re going to make a difference in Africa and the kids will be so happy’,” Isabelle says of how the girls felt when it was clear they would easily exceed their goal. “We decided to make a difference and succeeded,” Sarah says. Together in a room, the four girls talk over one another, the excitement of coincollecting and taking over the school announcements still fresh. Day after day, pop bottles left in classrooms were filled to the brim with pennies, though there were also some toy coins and unwanted dimes and other large denominations. “The kindergartens asked, ‘Can you
bring toonies?’ And I was like, ‘Sweetheart, you can’t bring toonies in; it’s a penny drive’,” Isabelle says. Every day, the girls would spend one recess hauling around a wagon, collecting coins. Instead of heading to the playground, they would gather during the second recess for a coin-rolling session. “We were enjoying it, having a good time,” Isabelle says. “But a couple of times in the office, they told us to be quiet because we were just yapping.” At least one time, the wagon was so heavy they couldn’t roll it up the stairs and needed to use the school’s elevator to get it there. On another occasion, a plastic bag overfilled with pennies gave way. Grandmothers in 14 African countries submit proposals to the Stephen Lewis
Foundation, explaining why their village needs school uniforms or some other equipment. That’s where the money raised by the girls will go. GRAN also raises money through selling dolls and African jewelry and the cause has become a passion for GRANAurora’s Cathy Gross, a retired teacher, who visited impoverished Malawi in 2000. GRAN-Aurora’s Victorian Tea is a popular annual event and Ms Gross and the rest of her group are always happy to participate in speaking engagements and spread the word. “It’s a huge problem that you’ve helped with,” Ms Gross told the Devins Drive students this week. “GRAN-Aurora has learned a lot from these Grade 4s (and) their enthusiasm and dedication.”
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DOUBLE TAKE Aurora Cultural Centre assistant Stephanie Nicolo poses by Wynn Walters’ sculpture Forest Princess. The sculpture is on display as part of the exhibit highlighting the Ontario Society of Artists’ 140th anniversary, which runs until July 14.
Students grew up faster: Morrison From page B1.
school. She transferred from Cardinal Carter Catholic High School for Grade 10. “It was definitely a strange experience being the oldest in the new school. There were no role models,” Ms Morrison said. “Being the oldest made us grow up faster. “I think I will feel proud looking back on this experience,” she said when asked about her thoughts on seeing her face on a school wall as part of the first graduating class. “We have had an opportunity no other students have, developing the school the way we want it to be.”
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Aurora Shoeless Joe’s Jays’ Parker Holmes makes a leap for first base, but is tagged out by Waterloo Tigers’ Luke Chan in a senior rookie game at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex Saturday during a tournament hosted by the Jays. Aurora won the round robin game 18-8 and made it to the quarter-finals, where they lost 14-12 to the Richmond Hill Phoenix. The Barrie Red Sox defeated the Pickering Red Sox 15-14 in the final.
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Hurricanes’ Leavens inks scholarship BY JOHN CUDMORE
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Newmarket Hurricanes forward Daniel Leavens has his marching orders. The good news for the Ontario Junior Hockey League club is the high-scoring forward will play another season in Newmarket before a scholarship to Robert Morris University kicks in for the 2013-14 season. Leavens, who turns 19 June 26, accepted a deal Friday morning to play for the Colonials in the Atlantic Hockey Association program. “I’m excited to play next year with no worries about getting a scholarship,” Leavens said via cellphone on his way back to his Thornhill home from Pittsburgh, where he met with RMU school and team officials to finalize the deal. “It’s great. I’m happy as can be. “They said if I play well, I’ll go into the lineup and play. I don’t want to sit in the
stands for two years.” The small enrolment of the 5,000-student school, plus its sports management program, were factors in his final decision, Leavens said. The six-foot, three-inch, 190-pound forward has 32 goals and 84 points in 80 regular season games for the Hurricanes since joining the club from the Hamilton Red Wings early in the 2010-11 season. He’s looking forward to improving those numbers next season under new head coach Justin Peca. “I obviously liked playing for (former head coach) Brian (Perrin),” Leavens said. “But we have a lot of ’94s who played for Justin with the York Simcoe Express and they have good things to say about him.” At RMU, Leavens could line up against former teammates, including goaltender Jimmy Sarjeant (Mercyhurst) and Matt Dineen (Niagara University).
John Cudmore Cuddy Shark funds are tied up. If we can get a consortium together and act quickly, there are Pan American Games venues not yet determined.” Clearly, with construction ongoing at one part of the campus, it would be a matter of convenience and probable financial savings to have a related project going on somewhere else on the property. To date, some $93-million in various stages of commitment to the main campus project, including the YRP centre, which includes a gymnasium and fitness centre, is in play. The prospect of additional playing facilities is welcome news to Ron Weese, president of Sport Aurora, an advocacy group representing several organizations in the town. Weese, who also happens to be a professor at Seneca, has long argued Aurora is lagging in land for athletics. There is also a dramatic lack of non-private indoor training space, he said. “Our mandate is, if you are willing to build facilities we can use, you have our interest,” Weese said. “If it helps (relieve) capacity (issues) and participation, we’re interested. I think it is a new and interesting co-operation of the college with the communities around it. I think maybe they want to feel included and so are going out to the communities to check the interest. “If you are going to be putting money into something and since we’re struggling to find land for facilities, it makes sense to us.” It is early in the process, but from Aurora’s standpoint, the idea has merit, although a lot of thinking and discussion stands between what sounds like a good idea and the reality of a shovel breaking ground. “It’s a dream and it’s pretty early,” Dawe said. “It’s very new ... It looks exciting.” Dawe has had little more than a brief interaction with Seneca, but is anxious to learn more about the project.
“I’m keen to start talks,” he said. “I’d like to sit down in the next few weeks. It certainly makes sense to investigate very seriously.” For the few minutes drive the facility would be located outside of Aurora, it seems like a no-brainer for sports groups. That said, will Aurora residents be willing to pay for facilities located beyond their borders? Northern York Region communities are increasingly working together on issues such as providing services to residents, Dawe said.
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here exists a solution to the crunch for sports facilities in Aurora. But there is a cost attached, as always, because playing is rarely free. Nevertheless, an intriguing potential project, combining the lands of Seneca College’s King Campus and neighbouring communities, including Aurora and King City, is in play after college officials pitched their proposal to a Sport Aurora meeting audience Monday night. The Seneca College regional development sport project could become a marriage of community and school facilities, if Seneca can successfully push forward with the municipalities its vision of a multi-sports complex on a 40-acre parcel of land on its nearly 700 acres of property in King Township. In exchange for financing, the municipalities would benefit by easing the pressure for facilities. The school would receive facilities for its student body, which is projected to climb to 7,500 by 2021. Presently, enrolment is at 3,400 students on a campus initially designed for about half that total. Seneca views the possibility of a relationship with its neighbours as an opportunity to complement its current $100-million-plus Phase I. Part of that Phase I package includes a training facility in conjunction with York Regional Police. In its proposal presented Monday night at a meeting that also looked ahead to the town’s recreation plans for its 150th anniversary celebrations, guests, including Aurora Mayor Geoffrey Dawe, were apprised of plans for the project, to be situated at the northwest corner of Bloomington Road and Dufferin Street. Although open-air playing fields are certainly a consideration, it is possible a combination of outdoor fields and indoor facilities could be included. “It is closer to reality if someone else funds it,” Seneca strategy and college affairs vicepresident Daniel Atlin said. “We think it would be great if we can get all partners together to use our land and build a synergetic facility. I think the demand would be mainly for soccer fields, but we wouldn’t say no to anything.” Atlin said there is no schedule involved, although a potential rugby facility could be in line with the 2015 Pan Am Games’ needs for that sport. “There is no timeline at all because we have no money for this,” Atlin said. “Our
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The Newmarket Saints are in the Ontario Junior B Lacrosse League playoffs for the fifth straight year. That’s the good news. The challenge facing the Saints, however, is overcoming a season-long hurdle if there is to be a second-round series in their immediate future. That task is beating a team with a winning record. The Saints completed the regular season Tuesday night with a 14-13 victory against the Mimico Mountaineers at the Magna Centre. That left the club with a 12-8 record, good enough for fifth overall in the East Conference and a date with the Oakville Buzz in the opening round of the playoffs starting tomorrow night in Oakville. The problem? Well, the Saints have yet to beat a team with a record of .500 or better this season, making beating Oakville — winners of two regular season meetings between the teams — a significant task. The Buzz won 11-10 and 8-6 in regular season clashes en route to a 13-6-1 record and second place in the South East Division. “They play like we do,” Saints head coach Luke Ringler said. “They’re talented and work hard and are well-coached. They have the best goalie in the league in Ian Duffy, so we have to get to him. It’ll come down to the team that wants it most.” The Saints enter the playoffs on a mild high after defeating the Mountaineers. In the overall picture, however, Newmarket dropped six of its final eight games and squandered its chance for home-floor advantage for the opening round. All the
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losses were to teams with winning records. The inability to handle such opponents is not lost on Ringler. “That’s been the message for the past two-and-a-half weeks,” he said. “We knew we had a tougher schedule in the second half and prepped for it, but didn’t get the job done. “Against the teams with below .500 records, we relied on our talent to beat them, but you can’t do that with teams over .500. “We just have to keep plugging away. Nothing is going to come easy.” It has been a tough season for the Saints, during which the goaltending tandem has had a complete makeover and now includes former Orillia backstop Dustin Murphy and Beaches Jr. A backup Tyler McKendrick. Inconsistency has plagued the key position all season. “We knew goaltending would be a question mark to start the season,” Ringler said. “But we haven’t had a game where we put offence, defence and goaltending together. If we put it all together, we’ll be fine.” The second game in the series is to be played in Newmarket, but the venue has yet to be determined due to a scheduling conflict at the Magna Centre.
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Denault to take on world in 1,500 Rob Denault and Jennika Gragtmans of the Newmarket Huskies turned in qualifying times at the Athletics Ontario National Qualifying Championships last weekend in Windsor. Denault captured the men’s 1,500 metres crown in a time of 3:51.85 and placed third in the 800. He posted the fastest Canadian time during the spring qualifying period for the 1,500, meaning on top of the trip to nationals, he claimed a berth in the world junior championships in Barcelona starting July 10. Gragtmans topped the field in the women’s 2,000-metre steeplechase in 7:38.42 Meanwhile, Justin Graenert won the bantam boys 1,200 at the Legion district championships in Midland. Graenert led a Huskies sweep of the top three spots with a 3:54.26 clocking, ahead of teammates William Jones and Maurice Graenert.
Peewee Jays score title on Kincardine diamonds Filip Grantcharov claimed the pitching decision as the Aurora Jays topped the Tecumseh Thunder 7-1 in the championship game of a peewee baseball tournament last weekend in Kincardine. The victory capped a string of five consecutive wins for Aurora, including a 7-3 semifinal victory over the Brantford Braves. Mark Kalmisto led the Jays with a .571 batting average and six runs batted in during the tournament.
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terfly and breaststroke events and the 50 freestyle. He also finished second in the 100 individual medley and helped the 200 freestyle relay team to third place. Clubmates Alexis Varela (girls 11-andyounger) and Fergus Park (boys nine-andyounger) also claimed victories. Varela topped the field in the 100 IM for her age group and Park was tops in the 100 breaststroke. The Stingrays finished fifth in the medium-sized clubs division.
Senior Hawks rally for walkoff win The Newmarket Hawks rallied for a pair of unearned runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to edge the Thornhill Reds 6-5 in Greater Toronto Baseball League action Tuesday night at McKnight Field. An infield hit by Kevin Holloway and a fielding error on the same play scored both runs as the Hawks claimed the victory to improve to 7-7 in league play and leap into third place in the eight-team league. Adam Kallio whacked a home run for the Hawks in the fourth inning. The Reds slipped to 5-4. — John Cudmore
Newmarket Stingrays’ Benjamin Konzelman claimed gold medals in three individual events at the Central Region summer team championships last weekend in Etobicoke. Competing in the boys 11-and-younger category, Konzelman won the 100-metre but-
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Metal Fabrication Plant Manager The ideal candidate will be a motivated, detailed oriented selfstarter who is results driven. You must have a solid background with CNC operations including change over's, trouble shooting, high mechanical aptitude, be a proven team builder with good communication and motivation skills, possess an excellent Health and Safety record and have a minimum 3 yrs experience in a Supervisor/Leadership role. Please forward resume in confidence to (905) 778-8054 or via e-mail to: human.resources@spectraaluminum.com Careers
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STEEL ART SIGNS CORP Markham, ON A leader in the sign industry, we currently are seeking an individual for the following position. PRE-PRODUCTION Immediately opening in the PreProduction Dept. for an organized, self motivated person with some manufacturing experience. Responsibilities include drafting, project coordination and preparation of sign permit applications. Permit experience an asset. Computer literacy and AutoCADfor2D drawings essential. Please forward resume with salary expectations to: hr.personnel7337@gmail.com Drivers
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MECHANIC APPRENTICE •Dealership experience preferred. •Good overall knowledge of all vehicles, makes & models Bakers Auto 905-853-6162 76 Mulock Dr. davebaker@ rogers.com
We are seeking a candidate with a minimum of 3-5 years solid real estate. The candidate will be responsible for purchase and sale of vacant lands, partial discharges, assist senior clerks with financial transactions, draft agreements with supervision. The ideal person must have excellent verbal and written communications skills, be a team player and have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Please email your resume to jobs@bratty.com
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SPECTRA is an ISO registered full service aluminum parts supplier with 4 manufacturing facilities in Ontario with an opportunity at our Bradford location for:
A/Z Truck Driver Home every weekend. Long Haul Routes within Ontario & Quebec & dedicated local GTA Ideal candidate must have a clean drivers abstract, excellent communication skills, neat in appearance, reliable, team player with a minimum of 5 years driving experience. Tow Motor Operation preferred but willing to train. Bilingual English/French would be an asset.
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has an immediate opening for an REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN CLASS B • Involves maintenance on the existing refrigeration equipment and building maintenance • Maintain the Maintenance Log Book • Daily inspection of refrigeration equipment. Company benefits available. If this position is of interest you please submit your resume to: Personnel Box 970 Barrie, Ontario L4M 5E1 Fax#: 705-728-3058 Salon & Spa
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Experienced HAIR STYLIST needed for busy salon. F/T, P/T, with or without clientele. Excellent salary to be negotiated. Call 905-476-7199 or 416-996-2714 or email: salonaldo@ rogers.com
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Immediate Need for Subcontracted owner/operators to transport people with special needs! Make a guaranteed monthly income all year round. Commercial driving experience required! opportunities@ careaccessible.com call Ludi at 905-477-7778 x229
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Order Processing, Customer Service & Marketing Assistant at a fast paced, rapidly growing, small business in Aurora. Required: Excel, PowerPoint, excellent phone manner, detail-oriented and well organized. French would be an asset. 14-Month Maternity Leave Contract Could become permanent. Email resume to graycard92@gmail.com Insurance Restoration Company requires a
PERSONAL ASSISTANT to work in our busy environment. Must have excellent computer skills and be extremely organized. Knowledge of construction industry an asset. Fax resume to: 905-841-7801 or email ldimaso@masterclean.ca
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THE BRIARS RESORT SPA Requires P/T RMT and CERTIFIED ESTHETICIAN to work year round as part of a wellness oriented team. This popular, tranquil spa is fast becoming the choice destination for wonderful Spa experiences. Weekend hours with varied mid-week shifts. Send cover letter and resume to: THE BRIARS RESORT 55 Hedge Rd., R.R. #1 Jackson's Point, ON L0E 1L0 Fax 905-722-9698 www.briars.ca E-mail: janet.sibbald@briars.ca
EXPERIENCED F/T HAIR STYLIST wanted to join our team. Please contact Roy (905)853-0303 or email resume: noggins@bell.net
Help wanted for filling various general labourer and machinery operating positions in hardwood flooring manufacturing plant. Email resume to: shawn@northernwideplank.ca or fax resume to: 905-939-0646
SHINGLERS wanted for full time work in Markham / York Region. Must have own vehicle and references Call 905-472-0276 or Email info@edmundshome.ca DRILLTECH DRILLING Hiring Part Time Heavy Equipment Mechanic Fax: 905-898-4006 or Email: drilltechdrilling@hotmail.com
Office Admin / AR/AP Richmond Hill, Ontario For a busy Manufacturing Co. Experience with Accounting an asset. Email: info@amstel-doors.com Office/ Administration
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Drivers COURIER DRIVER for Boss Express Courier Service in Richmond Hill. Fulltime independent broker with their own vehicle (car, wagon or van). Must have courier experience. Call 905-884-3999 or email info@bossexpress.ca COURIER DRIVER required for Con Courier & Cartage in Concord. Picking up & delivering packages. Experience preferred but will train. Must have own car, van or pickup. GPS and cell phone a must. Send resume to: concartage@gmail.com or call 905-660-1274
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CLASSIFIED/ INSIDE ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVE York Region Media Group, a division of Metroland Media Group (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation), is a dynamic media company delivering vital business and community information to millions of readers across Ontario each week. With over 100 newspapers, countless advertising venues, numerous distribution networks, and the Internet and web publishing, no target is unreachable. The Classified/ Inside Advertising Sales Representative is responsible for servicing and growing our client base and will increase sales revenue through new business development. This is an inside sales position that is responsible for taking incoming sales calls and making outbound sales calls for our numerous advertising opportunities. Position Accountabilities: • Provide our valued customers with creative and effective advertising solutions and play a key role in the overall success of our organization • Responsible for ongoing sales with clients and able to concurrently manage both sales and administrative processes • Handle incoming sales calls • Prospect for new accounts including researching advertisers in competing publications and reviewing new businesses in the area • Create proposals for prospective advertisers through compelling business cases • Assist clients in ad designs and co-ordinate the execution of these ads with the Production department • Attain and/or surpass sales targets • Address client concerns in a timely and professional manner Competencies, Skills and Experience: We are looking for someone who is action-oriented, driven for results, able to learn on the fly, customer-focused, composed and creative. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the following skills: • Excellent product and industry knowledge • Superior customer service skills • Ability to build and develop effective relationships within the team and with clients • Strong sales and telephone skills • A proven history of achieving and surpassing sales targets, with an unprecedented drive for results • Solid organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multi-task • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment • Ability to concurrently manage both sales and administrative responsibilities • Previous experience in a sales position would be an asset What We Offer: • Development and opportunities for advancement • Base rate plus commission structure, unlimited earning potential, sales incentives & contests • Benefit program, including pension and competitive vacation/paid time off provisions
Join a winning team with unprecedented success! If working with a highly-energized, competitive team and market is your ideal environment, please email your resume to: ahughes@yrmg.com no later than June 29, 2012. Metroland is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Busy AURORA ORTHODONTIC Practice seeking EXPERIENCED FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR Must have Sage Software exp. 3 days/week Email: adminortho @bellnet.ca or fax 905-727-5497 Health Care/ Medical FULL TIME DENTAL ASSISTANT with 4+years exp. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 10am-7pm. Saturdays 8am-4pm Newmarket office. Email: eyronodd@ rogers.com Call: 416-270-2026
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CERTIFIED COOK At The Roxborough Retirement Residence in Newmarket to prepare and serve nutritious meals and assist in supervision of dietary personnel. Successful completion of Red Seal Certification & Safe Food Handling Certificate. Must be able to communicate both written & verbally in English. *Offers of employment are subject to criminal record checks. Please send resumes to dsm.rox@diversicare.ca or Fax: 905-853-4928 Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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905-953-9133 Persechini Fitness P/T Membership Sales salary, commission +bonuses Receptionist Evenings and Weekends Email: info@persechinifitness.ca
Full-time Shipper/ Receiver. Able to lift up to 80 lbs and stand for long periods of time. Forklift license (or willing to obtain). Benefits package. 404/ Davis, Newmarket location. Please send resume to: eparkes@exchangeablade.com Career Development MAKE A Difference! Get the career training you need to become an Addictions and Community Services Worker at Everest College Call Now! 1-866-424-8742 www.EverestCanHelp.ca Newmarket (In the Tannery Mall) Career services assistance available to graduates. Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify. Day and evening classes available.
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Office/ Administration ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT required for The CAP Centre in Aurora. Busy psychology practice. Training and/or experience in office administration required. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Send resume to Marie Cauchon at: admin@thecapcentre.com or call 905-841-7886 F/T BOOKKEEPER for Rice Commercial Group in Gormley. A/P & A/R, payroll, gov't remittances & reconciling bank accounts. Two years experience with QuickBooks, strong proficiency with Excel. Detail oriented, accurate & professional. Resume/salary expectations to: tanya.lewis@ricegroup.ca
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Attics Plus have 3 immediate openings. ATTIC INSULATION TECHNICIAN Candidates require good work ethic, license and a background in insulation. Duties can encompass all aspects of building insulation systems but primarily blowing in loose fill attic insulation, experience is required. ATTIC INSULATION HELPER Candidates required good work ethic, ability to lift equipment, and a team player. Duties can encompass all aspects of building insulation systems but primarily blowing in loose fill attic insulation, experience is not required. WAREHOUSE MANAGER Candidate must be experienced, knowledgeable, motivated & career-minded Warehouse Manager. The Warehouse Manager shall be responsible for the direct management and handling of all warehousing and distribution functions at our warehouse facilities. Other responsibilities include: accountability for inbound and outbound freight, adherence to legislative, safety, and organizational policies and procedures. The Warehouse Manager must accomplish effective logistical oversight through strong leadership and decision-making skills. Email resumes stating the position you are applying for to: hr@atticsplus.ca
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NEWMARKET3 bedroom upper level bungalow. Laundry, storage, parking. Internet/ cable $1400. inclusive. Idea for seniors. August 1st. NEWMARKET- EXCEL- 905-898-4302 LENT location. Retail/ in- gottarent.com dustrial. 3,000-6,000sqft. Mezzanine, lots of parking. NEWMARKET- BRIGHT For info call 905-715-8981 2 bedroom walkout, open concept, 1400sq.ft. A/C, OFFICE SPACE- 425sqft. laundry, parking NonClean, bright, air-condi- smoking/ pets. $1200 intioned. 6 Industrial Court, clusive. 905-836-6019, Unit 6, Bradford. Call Don, 905-392-1005 416-540-0067 NEWMARKETFURNISHED, clean basement Apartments for bachelor $785. inclusive. Rent Cable, internet, laundry, parking, pool. Suit single student/ professional. Nonsmoker/ pets. Immediate. MAKE A 289-803-2378
YONGE/ MULOCK- Large 1 bedroom basement, separate entrance, fireplace, jacuzzi, own laundry. Non-smoking/ pets. $1050 inclusive. July 1. (905)716-1776
NEWMARKET- 1 bedroom, ground level (townhouse), parking. $900+ hydro. Nice neighbourhood. No smoking. No pets. Available immediately. 647-242-6650
NEWMARKET- DOWNTOWN. Immaculate speciality loft. Luxury 2 bedroom, 2 baths, 6 appliances, underground parking. August/ September 1st. $1700 inclusive. (905)898-2712
CHANGE for the Better in 2012 ! Newly renovated building in Sutton. 2 storey, 2 Bedroom apts. Parking
EXPERIENCED CAD Operator required for Quartz Craft Countertops in Newmarket. Preparing drawings for quartz countertop included. Immediate/ Aug. 1st/ Sept. 1st. production. Minimum 3yrs Only 7 units left. CAD, kitchen design or From $810.+ Hydro countertop production exCall Dave perience. MS Office profi(905)722-8799 cient. Starting salary $14-$16/hr. Send resume 1 BEDROOM recently to: lorne@quartzcraft.ca renovated basement apartment. $700. situated on Mulock between Yonge & General Help Bayview, Newmarket. Separate washer & dryer. 416-828-4268
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HEALTH PRACTITIONERSOffice space available. Healthy By Choice building, Bradford. 905-775-3094
AURORA- 1 bedroom, upper level, separate entrance, Yonge/ Wellington, near GO. Hardwood flooring. Suits 1-2 persons. Non-smoking/pets. $700+utilities. 905-727-6763 AURORA- 2 bedroom basement, parking, laundry, full kitchen, minutes to Yonge/ Murray, GO Transit, no smoking/ pets, $1,000 inclusive. 647-200-6962 AURORA- (BATHURST/ Kennedy) Large 1 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance. Complete kitchen. $1000. utilities included. Parking. August 1. Call 416-460-4642 AURORA- Bright spacious 1 bedroom basement. All appliances. Shared laundry. Parking. Non-smoking/ pets.. Suits single/ couple. $950 inclusive. Steven (905)505-6967 AURORACENTRALbachelor, $675 inclusive. Available August 1st. a/c, parking, no smoking/ pets. 905-841-1060 AURORA- DOWNTOWN Yonge upper bright 1 bedroom with heat, appliances, no smoking, no pets, no parking. Immediate. $1050+ hydro. 416-605-7457 AURORA- SPACIOUS, 1+ bedroom basement, separate entrance, new carpet. Suit professional. Nonsmoking/ pets. $925. 289-221-6910 AURORA TOWERS- 1 bedroom. Small building. $1000. inclusive. Parking extra. August 1st. No dogs. 647-321-5930 BALDWIN MOTELEfficiency units, starting at weekly $200 or monthly $700. (905)722-9066 BRADFORD- 1 bedroom, bright, spacious, private entrance. C/A, walk-up, 2 parking, non-smoking./ dogs. From $750+ utilities. Immediate 416-751-3368, 905-778-8228 BRADFORD- 1 bedroom walk-out., 4-pc bath, with laundry. a/c. $850 inclusive. Available immediately. No pets. 416-707-2701. BRADFORD- 1300SQ.FT. 3 bedroom, $1500 all inclusive, no pets, no smoking, July 1st. 416-419-2469
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BRADFORDBRIGHT, clean, spacious 1 bedroom, A/C, driveway parking, separate entrance, fireplace, own laundry, non-smoker. Available July 1st. $800+. 905-715-2961 BRADFORD (DOWNTOWN)- newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment. 5 appliances including washer/ dryer, parking. $900 + utilities. 519-940-1892 or 519-942-9791
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YONGE/ MURRAY area: Lovely, bright, spacious 1 bedroom renovated basement, separate entrance, parking, laundry, SatTV, Non-smoker/dogs. $925 inclusive. Suits couple/ single. July 5. 905-726-8000. YONGE/ WELLINGTON- 2 bedroom, a/c, fridge, stove, 1 parking, $1000+ utilities. 416-743-5601
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NEWMARKET- 1 bedroom basement, separate en- Townhouses for trance, a/c, cable, laundry, Rent parking. Non-smoking/ pets. $850. inclusive. KESWICK TOWNHOUSE. Available July 1st. Open concept, 3 bed905-952-0769 rooms, 11/2 baths, large fenced yard & deck. NEWMARKET- 1 bed- Available July 1st. $1395+. room, bright walk-out Non-smoking/ pets. basement. Livingroom, din- 905-476-3210 ingroom, separate entrance, 4 appliances, NEWMARKET- 3 bedseparate laundry, private room townhouse, close to backyard, 2 parking. Costco. 2100 sq.ft. 5 ap$875+. (416)721-6001. pliances, 3 parking, $1800+ utilties. ImmediateNEWMARKET- 2 bedroom ly. (905)222-6534, basement, $950 inclusive. 647-280-1188 Laundry, parking, a/c. Nonsmoking/ pets. Available July 1st. Gail: Houses for Rent (905)853-2621 AURORA- 2 bedroom bungalow, large yard, laundry, appliances, a/c, across from Town Park. Walk to GO. $1500+. July 1st. NEWMARKET- 2 bedroom 416-856-4208 main level. Parking for one vehicle. Quiet building. 1st/ BRADFORD- 1 bedroom, last. $950 inclusive. Non- newly renovated, air, 2 car smoking/ pets. July 1st. parking, partial basement, 905-836-6288 fridge & stove, laundry hook-up. $850 inclusive. NEWMARKET- 2 single 905-773-9037 bedroom apartments available at 20 Hill Street. BRADFORD- 3 bedroom $1050+ hydro. Available Lovely home with in-law July 1st. Please email: suite, closed back porch, jkehren@kemflocanada. deck, large driveway, com backyard. $1450+ Call Ryis Properties 905-727-1102. NEWMARKET- 2 bedroom lower level, fridge, stove, $975+ Available July 1st. 905-836-0962
BRADFORDBEAUTIFUL, spacious, 1 yr. old 3 bedroom semi, ensuite bath, c/a, upgrades, no smoking/ pets. August 1st. NEWMARKETBAY- $1575+. 905-713-5237 VIEW/ Mulock, bright 1 bedroom walkout, parking, BRADFORD BEAUTIFUL laundry, separate en- 3 bedroom house, main trance, non-smokers/ no floor, 5 appliances, new pets. References, $950 in- bathroom & eat-in kitchen, parking. No pets. Must be clusive. 905-898-2003 seen. $1500 inclusive. NEWMARKET- BRIGHT, First/ last. (416)720-0200 air conditioned 1 bedroom basement. Non-smoking/ GORGEOUS WATERpets. Separate entrance, FRONT executive home by parking, appliances. Suit Virginia Beach. Laundry, single. Immediate. Refer- fridge, stove included. 4 ences. $850 inclusive. bedroom w/boathouse. (905)898-1277. August 1st. $1950.+ utilities. John, NEWMARKET- BRIGHT, 416-881-2934 quaint 1 bedroom, completely separate building. NEWMARKET- 3 bedroom Freshly painted, storage, house, with in-law 1 bedparking, nice neighbour- room apt., $2200+. Sephood. $925. inclusive. tember 1st. 416-432-6508 Suitable for single. WOODBINE/ AURORA 905-853-5132 Rd- 3 bedroom house, 1 NEWMARKET- *FABU- bath. $1250 + utilities. LOUS 3 bedroom *Well Available immediately. maintained/ renovated 905-727-8125 *Hardwood/ ceramics *New baths/ kitchen *Awe- Rooms for Rent and some patio *June/ July. Details 289-338-1711 Wanted leave message. BRADFORDFURNEWMARKET FUR- NISHED room. Mature male only. Own entrance. NISHED bsmt 1 Bedroom + living, sep entrance, Bus route out front. $475. parking, AC, Cable, inter- Immediate. (905)775-2237 net. Monthly $875 +utilities Call after 2. 647-778-0278 NEWMARKET- LARGE NEWMARKET- LARGE 3 furnished room, mature bedroom, walk- hospital. male Non-smoker, centralNew kitchen, paint. Park- ly located. $475. Available ing. $1270 inclusive. Also July 1st. First/ last. 2 bedroom, $1150. No (647)378-7491, evenings dogs/ smoking. only. 905-836-6328 NEWMARKET- ROOM, Queen. $450. NEWMARKET- LEGAL 2 Main/ bedroom basement Cable, internet. All incluw/brand new countertops sive. Suits mature gentlecabinets +kitchen floor, man. No pets/ smoke. July First/ last. separate entrance, park- 1st. ing, appliances, laundry. 905-836-8526 $1000 inclusive. ImmediROOMMATE TO share ately. (905)898-2067 home- Sutton West. (lake July/ August. NEWMARKET MINUTES/ access). hospital. Large 1 bedroom $420 or $520 meals included. 905-235-3833, profeswalkout, private deck, large backyard. Separate sional preferred. entrance, parking, laundry, fireplace. $1200. No pets. Shared (905)715-8945 Accommodations
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The personal property contained in the following rental storage units will be sold for cash or otherwise disposed of, to satisfy storage liens for unpaid rent in accordance with the Repair and Storage Liens Act R.S.O. 1990, Chapter.25 on: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at 11AM Yonge St. Self Storage, 20070 Highway # 11, Bradford (905) 778-0777 Name Size Anton Rudic 8 X 16 Cheryl Sheard 10 x15 William Ren Harris 5 x 15 Pasquale Petrozzi 5 x 15 Bill Knights 10 x10 Adena Blyth 5 x 15 Kevin Cramp 5 x 10 Amana Boone-Mackie 5 X 10 Kim Heise 6 x 15 Tenants may pay amount outstanding on account, to redeem their property, any time prior to 10:30AM on June 27th, 2012. All bidders must register in office prior to the sale. All registrants must provide government issued photo identification to register, along with a $10.00 registration fee. Only registered bidders will be granted access to the auction. We accept Cash, Visa, MasterCard, Amex and Debit
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Molly Cat is lost! Please help us find her, Molly is a much loved family pet. She got out when the front door was answered on June 12th. We live at 441 Mccaffrey Road at Binns on the Park. She may have wandered too far and can't find her way home. She is light and dark grey with black strips and spots and a fluffy tail. Her nose is orange and her feet underneath are black. She is very friendly but may be scared as she has never been outside. She does not have a collar however she is micro chipped. Please check your yard, shed, bushes etc. she may be hiding. We really miss her and are worried sick about her. Reward! Call Mike & Mary at 905-898-1542 or 905-717-0737 Cleaning/Janitorial EXCELLENT HOUSEKEEPING By Rita/ Lindsay. 20yrs. experience. Residential. Thorough dusting, vacuuming, bathroom/ kitchen sanitizing. (905)252-8610
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the estate of Michael John Gavin, Former Bell Employee, Deceased All persons having claims as creditors against the estate of the above mentioned, late of the Town of East Gwillimbury, in the Regional Municipality of York, who died at Keswick, on December 23, 2002, are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before August 8, 2012. After that date the Public Guardian and Trustee will proceed to distribute the estate, having regard only to the claims of which she then shall have had notice. Anyone having knowledge of a Will or nextof-kin of the above mentioned is also requested to contact the undersigned. DATED at Toronto on June 06, 2012. PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE ESTATE TRUSTEE 595 BAY STREET, SUITE 800 TORONTO, ONTARIO M5G 2M6 File: 817500-015
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SAYSELL, Margaret (nee Walsh) Passed away suddenly at home on Monday, June 18, 2012 at 80 years of age. Beloved wife of Reginald. Loving mother of Deborah Laker and her husband Ken, Wayne Saysell, and Stephen Saysell and his wife Vanda. Dear grandmother of five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket for visitation on Thursday, June 21st from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service at the Victory Baptist Church, 18408 Yonge St. (north of Green Lane), Newmarket on Friday, June 22nd at 1 p.m. followed by interment at Newmarket Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com
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FORSYTHE, Robert W. (April 17, 1954 - June 17, 2012) Passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, at Southlake Regional Health Centre, after a long courageous battle with Emphysema. Loving husband of Debbie and loving father of Ryan (Sarah), Derek and Jennifer. Loving grandpa of Ashleigh and Hayley. Dear friend to Ron and Michelle. Brother of Jane (Brent), Tom, Ron Jr. (Roseanne) and the late Annette. Son of Pamela and the late Ronald Forsythe Sr. He will be lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Robert's life will be held at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. S., Newmarket, on Friday, June 22, 2012 from 1-3 p.m., followed by a reception at the Royal Canadian Legion, Milton Wesley Branch #426, 707 Srigley St., Newmarket. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Robert may be made to the Lung Association. On-line condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com "Happy Father's Day Dad Love Always"
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TOCHER, Kenneth John January 25, 1981 - June 4, 2012 Passed away suddenly on Monday, June 4th, 2012. Ken will be dearly missed by his mother Wendy Bolger (Battler), father John Tocker and stepdad of 27 years George Bolger, sister Cailee Laus, brother-in-law Brent Laus and new baby niece Lily, also many aunts, uncles and cousins. A Celebration of Ken's Life was held at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket on Monday, June 11th, 2012 from 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health at www.supportcamh.ca would be appreciated. We will love you for eternity and miss you until we meet again xoxo
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MOUNT ALBERT- 18717 9th Line June 23 8-1 Large sale +collectibles, etc. 1 km. south Mt Albert MOUNT ALBERT- Saturday, June 23rd. 8:30am-3pm. 17765 Centre Street, Antiques, gardening, decor, shabby chic, more. MOVING SALE 12 Whitfield Court. Sat June 23. 9am-3pm. Furniture, housewares, records, electronics MOVING SALE June 23 9am - 24 Thatcher Cres., Newmarket Info at www.movingsale24thatcher.webs.com MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE Sale Furniture, Electronics, Decor Baby/ Toddler clothes/ toys Newmarket: 425 Kwapis Blvd 06/23/2012 8am-1pm MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE Sale- Furniture, kids toys & more. Saturday, June 23, 7-11am. Gaston Place, Newmarket NEWMARKET- 174 Victoria Street (Park/ Lorne) Saturday, June 23rd, 8am-12pm. Exceptional used children's clothing, toys. NEWMARKET261 Narinia Cres. Saturday, 8am-12noon. Rain or shine. Fantastic garage sale. Don't miss it! NEWMARKET- JUNE 23 8:00am-1:00pm 164 John Bowser Cres Furniture, toys, Barbies, shelves etc NEWMARKET- SATURDAY, June 23rd. 7:30am-2pm. 95 Burling Place (Leslie/ Davis- off Hamilton) STREET SALE - Aurora Parkland Court. Multi-family street sale. Furniture, clothes, kid's stuff, household items, gas dryer 0 6 / 2 3 / 2 0 1 2 8:00am-1:00pm TRAPPER BOB'S Strawberry Farm, northwest corner of 5th Concession/ Vivian Sideroad. Friday and Saturday, 8am-3pm ESTATE SALE- Persian rugs, high-end antique furniture, bronze, silver, oil paintings. 5347 Aurora Road, 200m. east of 48, Sat. Only. 9am-3pm. 416-843-0884; 416-670-5843
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Passed away unexpectantly while on vacation in York, England on Thursday, June 14, 2012 in her 66th year. Dearly loved wife of Brian. Beloved mother of Amanda. Dear sister of Judith Ramsay (Bruce). Cherished aunt of Stephen and Jenny. Greataunt of Zoe and Fiona. Linda will be sadly missed by anyone who’s lives she has touched and especially by her beloved canine companion Sheba. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from the M.W. Becker Funeral Home, 490 The Queensway S., Keswick 905-476-7711, on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 from 2-4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family. www.mwbeckerfuneralhome.com
SMITH, Roger Marcel Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Thursday, June 14, 2012. Roger Smith of Newmarket and formerly of Bradford and Oak Ridges at 77 years of age. Dear father of Chris (Carmen), Kim Moxley, Robert and Brenda (Garry) Thompson. Lovingly remembered by his 9 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and siblings. Friends may call at Grace Church, 221 Carlson Dr., Newmarket for a memorial visitation on Friday, June 22, 2012 from 10 a.m. until the time of a memorial service in the Church at 11 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to SKWARCHUK FUNERAL HOME, Bradford. In Memoriam
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SHARP, William In memory of a dear husband, father and grandpa who passed away on June 24, 2008 Time heals, memories never fade. Love Marilyn, Charlie, Matthew, Cathy and Bella and the newest member of the Sharp family, Ainsley
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into spandex and putting him on the blocks for a 100-metre sprint. But count on the performance creds of Chrysler’s Street and Racing Technology (SRT) team to tweak the formula for this second generation version of Jeep’s ultimate performer. The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 harnesses an all-new 6.4-litre Hemi V8 making 470 hp and 465 lb/ ft of torque – an improvement of 50 horsepower and 45 lb/ft of torque over the 6.1-litre Hemi V8 it replaces in the previous SRT8 version. An active intake manifold and high-lift camshaft with cam phasing delivers maximum low-end torque and power across a wider rpm range, with 90-percent of peak torque available between 2,800 and 6,000 rpm. That kind of power allows for a 0-100 km/h time of under five seconds, a quarter mile run in mid-13 second range and a top speed of over 250 km/h (160 mph). Those numbers certainly encouraged a re-acquaintance with the Jeep SRT8 but it was another set of numbers that I was more worried about. A test session with the SRT8 is sort of like dating a supermodel. There’s a lot of potential upside to the experience. You’re just not sure your wallet will survive the excitement. The SRT8 runs on recommended premium octane fuel and is officially rated at 17.1/11.4L/100km (city/hwy). The big V8 does its best, with Fuel Saver Technology shutting down four cylinders under light Please see Grand Cherokee, page W2
Mustang GT Convertible a modern-day muscle car
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ten again, just as I was last year after a stint in a Shelby Mustang. This would not be an inexpensive toy, though, particularly in 5.0litre GT Premium garb, pricing out at $51,729, including $1,500 freight and PDI. My tester was decked out with lots of bells and whistles, including $5,930 in options. If this is a little too pricey for your pocket book however, 2013 Mustangs start at just $23,499 for the base V6 Coupe, $25,999 for the V6 Premium Coupe and $30,999 for the V6 Premium Convertible. Moving up to the GT Coupe with V8 starts at $37,299, while the GT Convertible is $42,299. The Boss, with its 444 hp high output 5.0-litre V8, starts at $48,799. At the top rung of the Mustang ladder is the Shelby GT 500. The 2013 Mustang maintains the
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Grand Cherokee SRT8 gets more power, refinement for 2012 Continued from page W1
LED multi-function daytime running lamps add an exclusive face for the new Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8, while in back the once centremounted exhausts have been split apart into four-inch exhaust tips at the corners, allowing trailer hitch access and fewer shin burns when loading the rear hatch. Inside, the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 combines race-inspired technology and SRTexclusive appointments. There are SRT cues a-plenty, an all-new, leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel with paddles and flattened bottom surface, Nappa leather and suede heated seats in front and back, a mind-blowing 825 watt, 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system and other standard and available features, too numerous to mention. It’s a pretty complete package, more refined than its predecessor, which has inevitably led to whining from some loyalists who preferred the raw edges of the original. Yeah, well, this one is a lot easier to live with. The power bellow may be a little more mellow, but the increased horsepower and torque levels give this newest SRT8 an improved power-to-weight ratio despite an added 150 kg in weight. The fist may be wrapped in a velvet glove but the punch is more potent than ever. The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8. It’s a unique derivation, a model that may seem to take the Jeep brand in an unexpected direction. But in its streetwise niche, an ultimate Jeep nonetheless. For more reviews, videos and industry news, be sure to visit Wheelstalk.com. And please follow us on Twitter @wheelstalk.
Inside, SRT styling cues complement an all-new, leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel with a flattened bottom surface, Nappa leather and suede heated seats in front and back, an 825-watt, 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system & other standard and available features.
An all-new 6.4-litre Hemi V8 makes 470 hp and 465 lb/ft of torque – an improvement of 50 horsepower and 45 lb/ft of torque over the 6.1-litre HEMI V8 it replaces. The SRT8 boasts a 0-100 km/h time of under five seconds, a quarter mile run in the mid-13 second range and a top speed of over 250 km/h (160 mph).
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With an available 591 hp V8 engine, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT coupe or roadster is one of the most powerful road-going cars on the planet.
The new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT boasts enhanced driving dynamics and even better racetrack performance. With a maximum output of 591 hp, the optimized AMG Speedshift DCT s-speed sports transmission and redeveloped AMG Ride Control performance suspension, the SLS AMG GT – which is available both as
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Highlander lineup offers something for everyone
Lorne Drury Metroland Media Wheelstalk.com Toyota has always done an excellent job of having something for everyone in its model lineup. Take the 2012 Highlander mid-size crossover SUV as an example. For those who have fuel economy at the top of their wish list, Toyota offers a four-cylinder version as well as a gas-electric hybrid in the Highlander. And for those who haul a heavier trailer or boat to the cottage or for anyone wanting more power and performance, a four-wheel drive V6 model is also available in different trim levels. In short, Toyota has all the bases covered. Prices start at $31,675 for the base Highlander, however my recent tester was a top-of-the-line Highlander 4WD V6 Limited with all the bells and whistles. It priced out at $46,845 including freight and PDI. The Highlander Hybrid starts at $42,990. The variety of trim levels and the versatility they offer has made the Highlander one of the most popular crossover SUVs in the segment. It has been on the market since 2000 and has grown in size and seating capacity since then. It now seats seven, up from the five-passenger configuration when it first debuted. Toyota offers a choice of two powerful, yet efficient engines in the Highlander. Base engine is a 2.7-litre DOHC 16-valve four cylinder that delivers 187 hp and up to 186 lb/ft of torque. It has a towing capacity of 1,587 kg (3,500 lb), yet achieves a combined city/highway fuel economy rating of 9.0
litres/100 km. For added power, opt for the 3.5-litre DOHC 24-valve V6 engine, making 270 hp and 248 lb/ft of torque. This engine offers a towing rating of 2,268 kg (5,000 lb) and has a combined city/highway fuel economy rating of 10.9L/100 km. The four-cylinder engine is mated with a six-speed automatic transmission, while the V6 models come with a five-speed automatic. All Highlander models have seating for seven. There are buckets up front and a 40/20/40 split second row with a removable centre seat that stows easily. The 50/50 split third-row bench has minimal legroom, although the second row seats do move fore and aft to provide a bit more room. The rear seat folds flat with a remote release conveniently located in the cargo area. This increases the cargo capacity from a meager 291 litres (10.3 cu ft) to 1,197 litres (42.3 cu ft). With the second and third rows folded, the cargo capacity is 2,701 litres (95.4 cu ft). Inside, you can outfit the Highlander in a variety of ways. Every model has two-zone climate control including air conditioning, cabin air filter and rear seat heater ducts. All have cruise control, tilt/telescoping steering column power door locks with keyless entry, power windows, high-visibility Optitron instrument gauges, including tachometer, dual trip odometer and digital clock and a host of other features. Highlander 4WD V6 adds even more features, while the top-shelf Limited edition that we tested has leather seating, push button start, power rear door, three-zone independent climate control, navigation system with integrated back up camera, nine-speaker premium JBL audio system with XM satellite radio, Bluetooth capability and a four-disc CD changer among other features. The cabin has nice fit and finish with lots of soft touch materials and a nicely textured dash panel. The ergonomics from a driver’s perspective are good with knobs and buttons all within easy reach. On the road, the Highlander shines with solid driving dynamics and a stable feel on hard cornering. A short 11.8 metre (38.7 ft) turning circle allows you to maneuver it easily in tight parking situations. The electric power steering is light and the ride and handling are good for a 1,960 kg (4,321 lb) vehicle.
The V6 model accelerates briskly (0-100 km/h in under eight seconds), and unless fuel economy is top of mind, opt for this powertrain for better overall performance. There was no need for it this winter, but the four-wheel drive system is welcome when, or if, inclement weather strikes or the desire to offroad overwhelms you in cottage country. Four-wheel drive is offered on the upscale models with the base Highlander model getting frontwheel drive. Being a Toyota, there are a host of standard safety features called the Toyota Star Safety System. Included are vehicle stability control, ABS with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist, traction control, Smart Stop Technology plus seven airbags for driver and passengers. Where the Highlander comes
up short in my opinion is exterior styling. Unlike the extremely attractive Toyota Venza, the Highlander has a somewhat bland, unexciting look that doesn’t stand out from the crowd. That’s unfortunate because the Highlander has so much going for it. While it has always been a strong seller, more dynamic styling would make it even more of an attractive buy. Perhaps the next generation will have more pizzazz, but until then there will still be plenty of customers who will ante up to buy what has become a leader in the mid-size crossover SUV class because of its versatility, family friendliness and top-notch road manners. For more reviews, videos, opinions and industry news, be sure to visit Wheelstalk.com. And please follow us on Twitter @wheelstalk.
The Highlander in Limited edition trim offers a luxurious cabin with features like a navigation system and backup camera, leather seating surfaces and an upgraded audio system.
The Toyota Highlander has been on the market since 2000 and has grown in both size and seating capacity. All models now have seating for seven with a choice of four- or six-cylinder engines and front- or four-wheel drive.
The top-line Limited edition of the Highlander has a power rear tailgate.
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As GM Design celebrates its 85th birthday this month, the 1,900 men and women in GM’s 10 global design centres are focused on the future, united in their vision to entice consumers to fall in love and see vehicles as they do: art that moves you. GM was the first automobile manufacturer to single out automotive design. On June 23, 1927, the Executive Committee of General Motors approved the creation of a new department to “study the question of art and colour combinations in General Motors products” and hired Harley Earl, a custom coach builder from Hollywood and the creator of the 1927 LaSalle, as its leader. Earl’s entry into the auto industry doomed rival Henry Ford’s “the customer can have it any colour he wants
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The Ford Mustang has been refreshed for 2013 with changes such as redesigned front and rear fascias and more powerful V8 engines.
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unique electronic stability control (ESC) tuning and a tire mobility kit replacing the mini spare tire. Also included in the options list was the $700 reverse sensing system and active antitheft system. The Shaker Pro System audio was a $1,000 option and features nine speakers and satellite radio. Inside, the cabin is much improved over what was a few years ago a very ‘tacky’ look. It’s not luxurious, but it is functional and nicely finished. The back seat will only be used to carry passengers in a pinch and to add to the 272 litres (9.6 cu ft) of cargo space in the trunk. All in all, the interior of the convertible is tight, but I thought the Saddle Brown leather upholstery on my test car was very nice. One observer thought it didn’t go well with the Race Red exterior colour, but I thought the combination worked well. One annoying feature in the cabin is the location of the cup holders. Whether it was a bottle of water or a coffee cup, I was always jamming my arm on them when shifting. One morning we came out with our tea in travel mugs and finally gave up putting them in the cup holders because I jostled them on every shift. These minor quibbles aside, this car is a keeper. Turn the key and the engine roars
to life and then settles into a gurgle that is music to the ears of a muscle car buff like this reviewer. If you like the sound of an automobile engine, it doesn’t get much better than this! This is not a car for those who want to fade into the woodwork. It’s impossible not to be both seen and heard. I couldn’t believe the number of stares, thumbs up and comments I got during my week with the car. In fact, one teenager riding his bike along the sidewalk gave me a few appreciative nods and then almost had his head on a swivel as he turned to watch us drive way. The leather seats are comfortable, supportive and well bolstered. The top operates in a traditional fashion by simply twisting two latches at top of the windshield header and holding the top up/ down button. In seconds, the top folds down and if you wish, there is an available leather boot to cover it. As you can imagine with 420 horses under the hood and 390 lb/ft of torque, acceleration is brisk — certainly more than one really needs for passing or merging onto high-speed highways. But this is a muscle car, after all, and the power is there when you need and want it. Please see Mustang, page W11
This is a look at the Mustang GT Premium Convertible with Saddle Brown leather upholstery and the optional Electronics Package.
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Mustang Convertible surprisingly fuel-efficient The 2013 Mustang has new LED tail lamps in the rear.
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A new feature available on the Premium models is a 4.2-inch LCD screen on the instrument cluster with something called Track Apps that measures acceleration and braking performance. It’s really meant for those who venture to the track with their vehicles, but perhaps the odd driver will try it out in the real world (LOL). The six-speed manual transmission differs from most muscle car gearboxes in that it shifts smoothly and easily, with relatively light clutch take up. Fuel economy is much improved from years past when a high-performance V8 like this would be a major gas-guzzler. In fact, I coaxed between 8.8 and 9.2 litres/100 km
on average out of the car during my time with it. Actual Natural Resources Canada fuel economy numbers are 12.2L/100 km city and 7.6L/100 km highway. Not in hybrid territory but a relatively modest gas-sipper for a performance vehicle like this. For those who enjoy top-down motoring, it doesn’t get much better than the 2013 Ford Mustang GT Premium Convertible. It offers a great combination of refined performance and with a good dash of style thrown in. For more reviews, videos and industry news, be sure to visit Wheelstalk.com. And please follow us on Twitter @wheelstalk.
The front fascia of the Mustang has been redesigned for 2013 to give it a more aggressive look.
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and the 2.0i Sport builds further on standard options while adding an attitude adjustment inside and out, with shift paddles on the steering wheel, 17-inch alloy wheels, aerodynamic side ground effects, front fog lights, a rear spoiler and stainless steel exhaust tip. Admittedly, those sporting accents have more of a whiff of “poseur” than “performance” about them because, in the back of your mind, there’s always the awareness of the real muscle of the Impreza lineup – the WRX and STI models - lurking further up the performance ladder. The 2.0i Limited, as tested here, tops out with leather seating, lots of luxuries, a somewhat more demure spoiler and a $2,000 premium on the price sheet. The upgraded six-speaker Pioneer audio with media hub has a youthful, small-buttoned flavour. Sound and cruise controls are mounted on the spokes of the leather-wrapped steering wheel, along with a module that scrolls through a variety of info readouts on a bilingual 4.3-inch multi-function display on the dash. Also included in this system is a Vehicle Dynamics Control monitor that shows the AWD system in action on slippery surfaces. Under the hood of this 2.0i Limited model, as in the rest of the Impreza lineup, beats the heart of an all-new third generation 2.0-litre engine. This new four-banger follows the Subaru philosophy, laid out in horizontally-opposed style for a low centre of gravity and mated to Subaru’s mandatory all-wheel-drive system for maximum driving performance and security.
The DOHC 2.0-litre engine produces 148 hp at 6,200 rpm and 145 lb/ft of torque at 4,200 rpm. Those numbers may not appear stellar compared to the previous 2.5-litre engine’s 170 hp rating but Subaru argues that a reduction in vehicle weight allows for on par acceleration with far superior fuel efficiency. The motor and AWD system are linked by a standard five-speed manual transmission or, as tested here, a new Lineartronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). Fuel economy is officially rated at 7.5/5.5L/100km (city/hwy) but, as usual, we can toss those lab ratings out the window, replacing them with my real-world combined average of 9.5L/100km. There’s not much to nitpick about in the luxuriously compact confines of the Impreza 2.0i Limited. But given my druthers, I think I would be more inclined to go with a lower trim level and the five-speed manual. But the choices are not limited. The varied lineup and trim selections allow customers plenty of leeway when it comes to making an Impreza choice. And those choices balance well with a competent compact car that offers improved fuel economy, a little more refinement, a little more style and personality, and the still rare-for-itsclass driving security of a full-time AWD system built by a company recently recognized by Consumer Reports as the top automotive manufacturer in the industry. For more reviews, videos & industry news, be sure to visit Wheelstalk.com.
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