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DECISION 2015 GET TO KNOW YOUR LOCAL FEDERAL RIDING PAGE A5

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FEDERAL ELECTION: YOUR VIEW

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s a regular feature leading up to the Oct. 19 federal election, we will ask you to weigh in on issues that matter.

Last week, we asked: What should be done to boost the number of quality full-time jobs?

Newmarket-Aurora candidates share thoughts on electoral reform Incumbent says no issue with current system, other candidates disagree

Here’s what you said: “Do what we did in the ‘90s and invest in infrastructure. This is the time to be investing, not the time to be cutting. Economists will say infrastructure is the greatest driver of growth.”

Scott Crone, East Gwillimbury

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“We need to make our lynchpin industries competitive and get more youth into the trades.”

John Hayes, East Gwillimbury

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BY CHRIS SIMON

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CANADA Decision 2015

here’s no need to reform the Canadian electoral system, Newmarket-Aurora’s incumbent MP says.

Conservative Lois Brown says the first-past-the-post system — where the candidate with the most votes in a constituency wins and all the other ballots cast are disregarded — has served the country well for nearly 150 years. It is also used in some of the oldest democracies in the world and does not need to be altered.

“It served us well,” she said recently.

“It’s the system used by the three oldest democracies in the world. We are going to continue to support that.”

First-past-the-post is used to elect MPs to the House of Commons in the United Kingdom. It also helps elect the United States congress, and is used in many countries that were once British colonies.

However, other local candidates dis-

agree. The New Democrats are in favour of mixed-member proportional representation. Though there are variations to the MMP system, basically, the number of seats a party earns in Parliament is largely reflected by the percentage of votes it gets in an election.

“We’re the only party prepared to introduce a new electoral system in Canada that will be more fair and make sure everybody’s vote counts,” NDP candidate Yvonne Kelly said. “You’re basing the representation on the proportion of the vote you get. It’s ludicrous that 39 per cent of the vote across

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Canada would enable a government to make all the decisions and have a majority.

We absolutely believe that system’s time has come and gone.”

The system has been studied the “world over” and would best suit the country based on its geographic size and demographics, Kelly said.

Brown said mixed-member reduces MP accountability, because the party leader ‘appoints’ politicians into office.

However, Green candidate Vanessa Long also believes in proportional representation, though her party wants the matter studied before any firm decisions are made.

“The preference… is for MMP,” she said.

“If 10 per cent of the population votes for the Greens, 10 per cent of the parliament is Green. It allocates seats based on what votes are actually cast for. The system we

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Town offers lawn signs for student safety

“I think minimum wage needs to be kept at a respectable level, especially for small businesses.

Every time it goes up, it is very difficult to be able to pay for fulltime employees. I feel bad for students seeking full-time work, as it is not readily available.”

Nancy Young, Bradford NANCY YOUNG

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“I don’t know if there is any one answer, but it will take a huge investment and big dollars where it is needed most to create quality jobs. I’m more concerned with the disability act being federally mandated to ensure all provinces and municipalities comply across the board and make the upgrades necessary sooner rather than later.”

Barry Nimmo, Georgina

STEPHANIE PATERSON

“There are some jobs but not enough for the number of people applying. I’m in the social worker field and when you and 2,000 other applicants are applying for the same job opening, it’s a problem. I really don’t think there is a concrete answer but something should be done.”

Stephanie Paterson, Richmond Hill “You’d need to promote local business and trades. Subsidize (tuition) for trades programs so people can afford to go and replace all the people who will be retiring.”

John Reybroek, Uxbridge

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SHANNON CLANCY

“I believe there should be a set regulation across Canada in place that larger companies must follow, requiring them to hire a certain number of permanent, full-time employees. This would benefit both the employer and employee, as job security during this economically straining time is scarce. Being a full-time employee myself, it has made me loyal to my company.”

Shannon Clancy, Bradford

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Canada research chair, health informatics at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Dr. Carolyn McGregor, and Southlake Regional Health Centre’s chief innovation officer, Gary Ryan, conduct a demonstration using a ‘dummy’ patient during the Ontario Research and Innovation Optical Network’s (ORION) announcement of a new point-of-presence (PoP) at Southlake last week.

ORION announces PoP at Southlake

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BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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he installation of a new broadband network means more data in less time will be able to be pushed through York Region — and beyond.

The Ontario Research and Innovation Optical Network, most commonly known as ORION, has announced a new point-of-presence (PoP) at Southlake Regional Health Centre. The installation will connect the local hospital to Ontario’s research, education and innovation institutions through a 10-gigabitper-second optical fibre link, according to ORION president and CEO Darin Graham.

“Just for a reference, that’s 30 Netflix movies in one second,” Graham told dignitaries and members of the business community who attended the launch event at the hospital. “This is the first hospital to join the PoP network and will make initiatives like real-time telecommunications and telerobotic surgery possible.”

The installation is a key component of the broadband strategy outlined in York Region’s economic development action plan and will enhance research and collaboration capabilities, according to regional chairperson Wayne Emmer-

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For more information about ORION, visit orion.on.ca.

son. Not only will the network assist with health care, he continued, but it will also foster innovation and economic development across the region.

The new high-speed network will begin to enhance current initiatives at the hospital immediately, especially the CreateIT Now incubator.

“CreateIT Now at Southlake offers unparalleled access to a leading community hospital, its clinicians and researchers,” Southlake president and CEO Dr. Dave Williams said. “With ORION’s speed and bandwidth, our imagination is no longer limited by our connectivity, giving us the ability to exchange vast amounts of data in real time, potentially accelerating research and development, which ultimately improves the care we deliver to our patients.”

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BY TERESA LATCHFORD

tlatchford@yrmg.com

ou can play a role in keeping children safe in your neighbourhood.

Today, the Town of Aurora is launching its school safety lawn sign program to help residents promote pedestrian and driver safety, specifically for local children walking to and from school.

The campaign provides residents with a lawn sign to display on their property that reminds drivers to slow down and watch for pedestrians, especially children in school zones.

“Statistics show that motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians are on the rise in the GTA and throughout York Region,” acting manager of corporate communications Anthony Ierullo told town council earlier this week. “In addition, there has also been an increase in pedestrian deaths caused by motor vehicle accidents.”

GET CONNECTED TELL US what you think about this issue. Email tlatchford@yrmg.com.

The campaign is also intended to empower residents to become proactive in the community and promote safety. The increase in pedestrian traffic that comes with school being back in session makes it the perfect time to launch the program, Ierullo added.

The modest-sized lawn sign comes with its own stand and sends a clear message: “Please drive slowly. Drivers, be alert, children walk, ride and play here.”

The project budget has allowed for 500 signs to be available to residents, but only one is allowed per household. The signs are available for pickup at town hall, located on John West Way, on a first-come, first-served basis.

However, if there is a large uptake in the program, council thought it a good idea to revisit the conversation to approve more funds to print more signs.

This initiative is part of the town’s school travel planning policy — the first of its kind in York Region. The policy provides a guide for the town to work with schools and parents to help identify potential school traffic issues and to take steps to prevent injury while increasing activity in school-aged children.

The policy was created by the infrastructure and environmental services division and received final approval in 2013. Partnering with York Region, the town launched a school safety campaign in the fall of 2014.

For more information about the lawn sign program or the school travel planning policy, visit aurora.ca/safe or call 905-727-1375.

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Dutch-Canadian friendship to be celebrated with Aurora tulip garden Celebrate the 70th anniversary DutchCanadian Friendship Tulip Garden with the Town of Aurora.

Aurora is one of the recipients of the gardens being distributed across Canada to 140 communities and the first gift to the town will mimic the same token sent in 1945 to Canadians, 100,000 Dutch tulip bulbs.

This symbolizes appreciation for the role Canadian soldiers played in the liberation of the Netherlands and the hospitality Canada provided to the Dutch Royal Family in Ottawa during the Second World War. A public planting ceremony to commemorate the affiliation will be held Oct.

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17 at 10 a.m. at the Aurora Cenotaph, 14659 Yonge St. The garden is made up of 700 red and white tulip bulbs donated by Vesey’s Bulbs of P.E.I. and program organizer Canadian Garden Council.

All are welcome to attend the event and listen to the story of the Dutch princess born in Ottawa during the war and the history of the friendship between Canada and the Netherlands.

The garden and 139 others planted across the country will be symbolically linked to the garden to be planted in the nation’s capital by the National Capital Commission and showcased during the 2016 Canadian Tulip Festival.

The local garden will be featured in the 2016 edition of Canada’s Garden Route.

For more information, visit aurora.ca ­—Teresa Latchford

TO W N O F AU R O R A P U B L I C N OT I C E

NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION The Town of Aurora has received the following application under the Planning Act: APPLICATION:

PROPERTY:

The Owner has submitted an application to Amend the Zoning By-law to also allow a day nursery use in an M1 Zone with site specific zoning provisions to recognize existing conditions.

138 Centre Street

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A large group of people queue to vote at the advance polling station set up at the Aurora Public Library Friday afternoon during the Toronto Blue Jays game. Elections Canada reported 3.6 million people across the country voted during the four days of advance polling. That’s up 71 per cent compared to 2011.

TOWN OF AURORA PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL DESC.:

Plan 107, Part Lot 2

APPLICANT:

Small Steps Programs Inc.

FILE NUMBER:

ZBA-2015-09

CONTACT:

Additional information may be obtained from Marty Rokos of the Planning & Development Services department at 905-727-3123 ext. 4350, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Comments may also be mailed to the Planning & Development Services department at the address noted below, faxed to 905-726-4736 or emailed to planning@aurora.ca. Please quote the file name and number.

RELATED FILE NUMBER:

SP-2015-11

The Town of Aurora collects personal information in communications or presentations made to Town Council and/or its Committees. The Town collects this information to enable it to make informed decisions on the relevant issue(s). If you are submitting letters, faxes, emails, presentations or other communications to the Town, you should be aware that your name and the fact that you communicated with the Town will become part of the public record and will appear on the Town’s website. The Town will also make your communication and any personal information in it, such as your address and postal code or email address available to the public unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. By submitting a fax, email, presentation or other communication, you are authorizing the Town to collect and use the above-noted information for this purpose.

The Town audio records Public Planning meetings. If you make a presentation to Town Council and/or its Committees, the Town will be audio recording you and Town staff and may make these audio recordings available to the public. Please direct any questions about this to the Town Clerk at 905-727-3123, ext. 4771.

Town of Aurora 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 www.aurora.ca/publicnotices | 905-727-3123, ext. 4350

NOTICE OF PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING #3 Highland Gate Development

Aurora Town Council will hold a public meeting to receive input on the following planning applications on Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic High School, Cafetorium, 278 Wellington Street East, Aurora.

PLEASE NOTE: Doors to the St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic High School will open at 6 p.m.

The Public Planning Meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. In accordance with the York Catholic District School Board policy, the Public Planning Meeting must be completed by 10 p.m. A sign-up sheet will be made available at the Public Planning Meeting for individuals who wish to speak on the proposed Planning Act applications. This is the third Council-directed Public Planning Meeting on the proposed Planning Act applications.

Landowners within 120 m of the subject lands will be receiving this Notice of Public Planning Meeting by postal mail.

APPLICATION:

The Owner has submitted applications for a Draft Plan of Subdivision, an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment on the property municipally known as 21 Golf Links Drive. The purpose of the applications is to allow residential plan of subdivision on a 40.89 hectare parcel of land. The proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision includes 184 single detached dwelling lots, a block for a 10 storey residential building (estimate at 144 residential units) with commercial at grade, 14.41 hectares of environmental protection lands and 5.09 hectare of parkette and open space lands.

PROPERTY:

21 Golf Links Drive

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:

Block 28 & 31, Plan 65M-2391 & Block 75, Plan 65M-2358, Part of Blocks 58, 59 & 60, Plan M-2034, Part of Block 7, Plan 65M-2441, Blocks 97 & 99 & Part of Blocks 96 & 100, Plan M-2035 & Block 11, Plan M-2036 & Block 36, Plan 65M-2198 & Blocks 67 & 71, Plan 65M-2336 & Block 54, Plan 65M-2259 & Part of Block 10, Plan 65M-2243 & Block 52, Plan 65M-3679.

APPLICANT:

Highland Gate Developments Inc.

FILE NUMBER:

SUB-2015-01, OPA-2015-01 and ZBA-2015-02

CONTACT:

Any inquiries for the above-noted applications may be directed to Lawrence Kuk of the Town of Aurora’s Planning & Development Services department at 905-727-3123, ext. 4343. Comments may also be mailed to the Planning & Development Services department at the below address, faxed to 905-726-4736 or emailed to planning@aurora.ca prior to the meeting. Please quote the file name and number.

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Childrens’ Safety Is Not Something to Bargain With

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ear Ontario Secondary School Teacher’s Federation (OSSTF) and school boards across the province: Since Monday, October 6, 2015, the front doors and controlled entry systems of Halton’s and Ottawa’s public English elementary schools have been turned off as part of negotiation strategies between the union and the provincial government.

City News quotes Jo Dean, an executive officer with the OSSTF as saying that the task of controlling access in schools “has been downloaded on [the secretarial staff] and it just interrupts the day constantly.”

The CBC interviewed Cindy Dubue, the vice president of the OSSTF, who downplayed the risk faced by students by saying “there are schools

in Ottawa that don’t have buzzer systems.” She also blamed the Ottawa Carlton District School Board for not finding an alternative once the secretarial staff stopped controlling access.

And she argued that half security measures were better than a complete stoppage of school services.

Regardless of the deeply held positions at play in the negotiations, I encourage you to reverse your decision pertaining to the safety of the students.

Keep schools locked and children safe.

Everyone knows from watching our U.S. neighbours that elementary schools are vulnerable targets for the nefarious.

And everyone knows that while the prevalence is low, the outcomes are horrifying.

In Ontario, police stations, courthouses and federal Parliament have well controlled access. It was only October 22, 2014 that the nation was shocked by a series of shootings on Parliament Hill, and the ease with which a gunman was able to enter Centre Block. Schools in Canada have not been immune to atrocities. The potential outcomes to the families should be enough for such a negotiating tactic to be unthinkable.

If that is not enough, then consider how the law would treat unions and school boards if the worst case came to pass? Both organizations owe duties to the children for whom they are entrusted. That duty is a high one. It is a fiduciary duty, of utmost good faith.

In law, teachers and school boards are considered to be in the position of each child’s parent.

Should the worst come to pass, it is not an answer to say that some schools have buzzers and others do not. It is not an answer for both parties to blame the other and leave the doors open. It is not an answer to suggest that the inconvenience of a staff member justifies exposing children to such harm.

The scope of potential claimants could be as large as the entire family of every student at the school.

After a court struggles to quantify the loss to each discrete family and victim, the court would then consider punitive damages. These damages target not loss, but conduct. The defendant’s wrong is considered directly and separately in order to assess its severity and, accordingly, the appropriate degree of punishment. The other forms of damages look to the loss of the plaintiff, but punitive damages refer essentially to the degree of culpability of the defendant’s action. The punitive damages would be precedent setting.

How large? In the seminal case of Pilot v Whiten, the Supreme Court of Canada upheld a $1,000,000 punitive award against an insurance company that alleged its insured was an arsonist, when the evidence showed the opposite. That was one family and one insurance company, over damage to a reputation.

How much greater would the punitive damages be for the avoidable ruin of a community.

This is not a case that society ever wants to see happen.

Please, please, reconsider.

The advice offered in this column is intended for informational purposes only. Use of this column is not intended to replace or substitute any professional, financial, medical, legal, or other professional advice.

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The Town of Aurora collects personal information in communications or presentations made to Town Council and/or its Committees. The Town collects this information to enable it to make informed decisions on the relevant issue(s). If you are submitting letters, faxes, emails, presentations or other communications to the Town, you should be aware that your name and the fact that you communicated with the Town will become part of the public record and will appear on the Town’s website. The Town will also make your communication and any personal information in it, such as your address and postal code or email address available to the public unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. By submitting a fax, email, presentation or other communication, you are authorizing the Town to collect and use the above-noted information for this purpose. The Town audio records Public Planning Meetings. If you make a presentation to Town Council and/or its Committees, the Town will be audio recording you and Town staff and may make these audio recordings available to the public.

Please direct any questions about this collection to the Town Clerk at 905-727-3123.

Official Plan (O. Reg. 543/06), Zoning By-law (O. Reg. 545/06), Plan of Subdivision (O. Reg. 544/06) If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Town of Aurora before the proposed Official Plan Amendment is adopted, before the bylaw is passed or before the approval authority gives or refuses to give approval to the draft Plan of Subdivision, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of The Town of Aurora or The Regional Municipality of York, as the case may be, to the Ontario Municipal Board.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submission to The Town of Aurora before the proposed Official Plan Amendment is adopted, before the bylaw is passed or before the approval authority gives or refuses to give approval to the draft Plan of Subdivision, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.

If you wish to be notified of the decision of The Town of Aurora in respect to the Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment or Draft Plan of Subdivision, you must make a written request to The Town of Aurora to the attention of the Director of Planning & Development Services.

Town of Aurora 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 www.aurora.ca/publicnotices | 905-727-3123 ext. 4343

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Know your riding

CANADA Decision 2015

AURORA-OAK RIDGESRICHMOND HILL Following the 2012 federal electoral boundaries redistribution, the new riding was legally established in 2013.

It comprises parts of the old Newmarket-Aurora, Oak Ridges-Markham and Richmond Hill ridings.

Bordered by Bathurst Street to the west, Hwy. 404 to the east, Wellington Street in Aurora to the north and Elgin Mills, down Shirley Drive and along Mackenzie Drive East to the south.

Demographics according to the 2011 census: Population: 106,064 Electors: 78,414 Area: 100 square kilometres Population density: 1,060.6 per square kilometre Incumbent: There is no incumbent, as this will be the first time the riding is contested, however, Conservative Costas Menegakis currently represents Richmond Hill.

Candidates: • Kyle Bowles, Animal Alliance Environment Voters Party of Canada • Costas Menegakis, Conservative Party of Canada • Randi Ramdeen, Green Party of Canada • Leona Alleslev, Liberal Party of Canada • Brenda Power, New Democratic Party Key issues: Transit, affordable housing, employment, protection of the Oak Ridges Moraine

NEWMARKET-AURORA Newmarket-Aurora was created in 2004 and was first won by Conservative Belinda Stronach.

She was re-elected 2006, after crossing the floor to become a Liberal.

The boundaries have been modified for the 2015 federal election, to accommodate the new Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill riding.

This time, Newmarket-Aurora includes Newmarket, the portion of Aurora lying north of Wellington Street and a part of East Gwillimbury south of Green Lane and west of Highway 404.

Demographics according to the 2011 census: Population: 109,457

Electors: 82,735 Area: 62 square kilometres Incumbent: Conservative MP Lois Brown has served for two consecutive terms.

Candidates: • Lois Brown, Conservative Party of Canada • Vanessa Long, Green Party of Canada • Kyle Peterson, Liberal Party of Canada • Yvonne Kelly, New Democratic Party • Dorian Baxter, Progressive Canadian Party Key issues: Economy, job growth and affordable housing

YORK-SIMCOE The riding is in its third stint as a district represented in the House of Commons.

Originally established in 1968, it existed until 1978, when it was split.

It returned from 1988 to 1997 and was reestablished in 2004.

When the ridings were redistributed in 2012, Innisfil was removed from York-Simcoe riding and put into Barrie-Innisfil.

York-Simcoe stretches into four municipalities: East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King and Bradford West-Gwillimbury.

Its southerly border is Hwy. 9 in King and Green Lane and Davis Drive in East Gwillimbury.

The riding includes all of Bradford West Gwillimbury and Georgina.

Demographics according to the 2011 census: Population: 94,616 Electors: 74,911

Area: 844 square kilometres Population density: 112.1 per square kilometre Incumbent: MP Peter Van Loan has held the riding since 2004.

Past MPs include Karen Kraft Sloan, John Cole, Sinclair Stevens and John Roberts.

Candidates: • Peter Van Loan, Conservative Party of Canada • Mark Viitala, Green Party of Canada • Shaun Tanaka, Liberal Party of Canada • Sylvia Gerl, New Democratic Party Key issues: Transit, affordable housing and employment

– Sources: elections.ca (text and maps), parl.gc.ca (text)

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On the campaign trail: Baxter aims to bridge gap in 10th election campaign

BY CHRIS SIMON

csimon@yrmg.com

Journalist Chris Simon is on the campaign trail with NewmarketAurora candidates in the lead up to the Oct. 19 federal election. Each week, he’ll focus on a different political hopeful, in an effort to learn a little more about their campaigns and the issues about which they are passionate. He hits the trail this week with Progressive Canadian candidate Dorian Baxter.

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es, that hair is real.

With his crisp, white, collared shirt and black dress coat and pants, Progressive Canadian candidate Dorian Baxter was ready for an afternoon of door knocking and shaking hands in his College Manor Drive neighbourhood in Newmarket recently.

It’s possible Baxter, arguably the most well-known candidate in the Newmarket-Aurora federal election race, doesn’t need to actively campaign. He’s already got a small, but diligent base of support and name recognition from his alter ego, Elvis Priestley.

And if there’s a local election

CANADA Decision 2015 taking place, you can almost certainly count on Baxter’s involvement. Between federal, provincial and municipal elections, he’s run in 10 campaigns.

But Baxter has visited about 1,000 homes this time around, discussing his party’s platform and its stark differences from the governing Conservative Party’s agenda.

“I wouldn’t have known what to do if I got mayor,” he said, referring to his mayoralty bid during last fall’s municipal election, where he earned seven per cent of the popular vote. “I would have figured it out, but my heart is in federal politics. I’ll keep going until I’m in; Elvis has not left the building.”

However, he’s received less support during the previous federal and provincial campaigns — earning about 1.7 per cent in each. It

never deters him.

“I don’t want to sound trite, but this is the best (campaign) I’ve ever had,” Baxter said. “I’ve never had more phone calls for signs. Some people love me; some people hate me, but even people who have never voted for me are now. I never boxed in a match expecting to lose; I became a national champion in backstroke swimming, but I lost a lot of races before I got to that point. My first boxing match, I was so badly beaten I had to be hospitalized for a week. I vowed to become a champion. I lost six fights; I won nine. I’m the eternal optimist.”

He drives a Cadillac and keeps a pair of blue suede shoes and an award from the Collingwood Elvis Festival in the backseat. Baxter hands me a card for his national accountability association, as well as pamphlets for his campaign, an upcoming Aloha in Hawaii show and his motivational speaking and wedding official services. He carries an honourary City of Memphis sheriff badge in his pocket.

It is a cool but sunny day and as we walk along a quiet court, Baxter talks of how he once used a wig

Progressive Canadian candidate Dorian Baxter says this campaign, his 10th, has been the best so far. regularly during performances. But he compares his natural dark, curly frock to Donald Trump’s combover. When it is blow-dried, it now forms a hairdo reminiscent of Jimi Hendrix or The Simpsons character Krusty the Clown, he said jokingly.

At each property, Baxter picks up the newspaper sitting at the end of the driveway and carries it to the door. There are times when no one answers right away and Bax-

ter begins the trek back down the driveway. Then the person opens the door and he sprints to shake their hand.

We hear a common response of “I know you” or “I’ve been following you” on doorsteps, and Baxter refers to himself several times in jest as the “strange man who dresses like Elvis.” A man pledges his support for Baxter, but stops short of agreeing to place a sign on his front lawn.

Baxter says residents often complain about the lack of representation from local politicians at a federal level and disillusion and frustration with the political process.

“Where are these guys when I need them?” he said. “You vote for the man or woman who cares.

It will get through eventually. I am fully expecting to win. The first thing I’m going to be doing is challenging each member of parliament… to give half their salary back to fight poverty.

“It is high time we have leadership by example. I want to show them how (an MP) can be answerable to constituents, not a party leader or whip.”

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Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill "Costas is a person of principle and integrity who is always willing to help. He will do an excellent job as our MP for Aurora, Oak Ridges and Richmond Hill."

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Youth urged to take play survey Aurora wants to know if local youth want to play.

Following the completion of an application for the Youth Friendly Community Recognition Program, presented by Play Works, a partnership for active and engaged youth, the parks and recreation department will review youth-directed, play-based opportunities to determine if Aurora fits the criteria of a youth-friendly community.

The town asks youth, ages 13 to 19, to complete an online survey. The goal is to

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Timberlane Athletic Club general manager John Ramsbottom stands beside a sign that welcomes members to the facility. After 28 years, Timberlane will close at the end of the year, as the land and building have been sold to a developer who plans to build homes.

Timberlane club leaves proud legacy

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fter 28 years of serving the community, Timberlane Athletic Club is closing its doors for good come December.

The vision for the creation of a high-end tennis club outside of the busy city of Toronto belonged to Ken Sinclair. He purchased the farm from the Teasdale family on Vandorf Sideroad. Sinclair had played tennis in many venues around the world, but modeled the local club after one he really enjoyed playing in Austria, according to current general manager John Ramsbottom.

With seven partners whose names are posted in the clubhouse, it took $3 million to construct the building, courts, pool, two squash courts, a formal dining room, library and locker rooms.

The club officially opened in 1987 with the membership limited to 300 families, corporations and individuals.

“At the time, there was no other fitness club in Canada like it,” he explained.

The features of the tennis courts alone made the facility a stand out, including double the space between courts compared to other clubs and ceilings of the indoor courts 10 feet higher than the norm.

Noreen Diamond, 78, is one of the original Timberlane members. She and her husband, the late Dr. Bill Diamond, signed for their first membership under a white tent on the property before there even was a club.

“We always loved to play tennis and we were looking for somewhere close to home to play,” Diamond recalls. “We really enjoyed all of the time we spent there.”

She is saddened by the news the club will cease to exist in the new year and only hopes she can keep in touch with the friends she has made over her many years as a member.

The club began to attract some of the tennis greats, including Canadian Tennis Hall of Famers such as Sinclair. Other personalities, including all three members of Canadian rock trio Rush and Frank Stronach, helped boost the profile of the club as well.

In 2006, the club wanted to attract more families, so it expanded to include four fit-

ness studios and more youth programs to help introduce young people to the sport. A high-performance program was built to help identify and support strong junior players.

The club hit its peek membership of 2,400 one year later.

“For years, we were the only other sandbox to play in besides the local recreation facilities,” Ramsbottom said.

The club has also hosted a number of high-profile events, including the Von Cramm Cup that attracted male players 60 years and older from 17 countries and was the only International Tennis Federation world seniors cup to be held in Canada. The club also hosted a Federation Cup match between Canada and Australia, the 41st annual Gordon Trophy match, Canadian Senior nationals and the Under-14 junior nationals for six years.

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Non-profit agencies, faith-based providers, private businesses and other groups are also invited to provide feedback.

To provide feedback or for more information, call Daniel Ridsdale at 905-727-3123 ext. 3128 or email dridsdale@aurora.ca The online survey can be found at surveymonkey.com/r/AuroraYouth

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One of the biggest accomplishments for the club was hosting more than 800 children over the years at its various tennis camps.

The club never forgot the community either as it has raised $300,000, through the annual Timberlane Charity Classic, in support of Aurora’s van for the disabled and other charitable ventures.

The club has also donated more than $100,000 to Southlake Regional Health Centre in addition to the $36,000 it donated to create the Stephen Dupuis memorial to honour a longtime member who died of a heart attack.

Other charities that have been supported by the club include Big Brothers Big Sisters of York Region, York Regional Police and Yellow Brick House.

“This closing will leave a huge hole in the community,” Ramsbottom said. “It has been a place of athletic excellence and friendship as generations have passed through.”

For those in the community who have yet to experience Timberlane Athletic Club, shortterm memberships are still being offered until the doors officially close at the end of the year.

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Advance polls indicate election interest high Simon Martin

ISSUE: After a lengthy campaign, election day is Monday.

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fter one of the longest federal campaigns in Canadian history, we’re in the home stretch, with only three days remaining until Monday’s election

day.

There was plenty of moaning when the writ was dropped nearly 11 weeks ago, with one of the biggest concerns being the lengthy campaign would surely bore voters into staying away from the polls come Oct. 19.

But perhaps that’s not the case.

According to the recently announced advance poll numbers, early voter turnout is up an impressive 16 per cent compared to 2011. That’s based on the first three advance polling days, which were last Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

There was also advance polling Monday, but those results were not included in these numbers.

Around 2.4 million Canadians have voted so far in advance polls, Elections Canada says.

The agency estimates 850,000 voters cast ballots Friday, 780,000 people voted Saturday and 767,000 on Sunday, an increase of nearly 400,000 votes compared with 2011.

We’ve heard multiple reports of people actually having to wait in line to cast an advance ballot and Elections Canada has indicated the number of people who have already voted has exceeded expectations.

When was the last time that was an issue?

In the 2014 Ontario provincial election, advance voter turnout was down 6 per cent (although there were three fewer days of advance polls), compared to 2011.

So, why is early voter turnout on the rise?

There are several theories.

There are those who will tell you a rise in voter turnout is a sure sign the people want change, which means we could see a new party in power or a party in charge with less power come Monday night.

Others will argue high voter turnout occurs when supporters of the party in power are concerned about the possibility of a defeat, so they rally the troops and get out the vote, as they say.

Or maybe it’s as simple as the weather was nice on the weekend, which meant more people were already out and about.

Maybe it’s because, instead of being a bore to voters, the long campaign was actually engaging.

Consider the lead changes that occurred atop opinion polls. The Conservatives, Liberals and NDP each enjoyed time as the people’s choice during the campaign, according to pollsters.

We won’t know for sure until Monday night.

Whatever the reason, there’s nothing negative about more people coming out to vote.

The 2011 federal election had 61.1 per cent voter turnout, which was an improvement over the 58.8 per cent in the 2008 vote, but still means more than one-third of eligible voters did not take advantage of their democratic right.

So if you aren’t one of the more than 2.4 million voters who have marked a ballot already, get out and vote.

We can try to guilt you into it by pointing out that there are millions of people on this planet who don’t have the right to elect who governs them.

But you’ve heard that argument countless times before.

The bottom line is there is no bad reason to get out and vote.

Do some research, find out what each party stands for and ask your local candidates questions.

If you want a new Prime Minister, get out and vote.

If you want to keep the current Prime Minister, get out and vote.

Even if you just want an excuse to get out of the house Monday, get out and vote.

Your vote can make a difference.

BOTTOM LINE: Advance polling numbers give reason to believe more Canadians will vote in the federal election, but it’s up to you to get out and vote Monday.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Vote splitting will help Conservatives I’m very concerned about the possibility of another four years of Stephen Harper and a Conservative government because of how the voting could split in their favour.

The polls are indicating that a very close race exists between the Liberals and Conservatives, with the NDP trailing behind in third place.

In Newmarket-Aurora, NDP support has not typically been very strong and the margin of victory for a Liberal or Conservative win has usually been quite narrow. This means a decision to vote NDP could deny all of us the chance for a new and progressive government.

Liz Bildfell Aurora

Progressives should vote together There exists the possibility of the Liberals winning in the riding of Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill — if anyone who is thinking of voting NDP considers voting Liberal instead.

Our riding has been identified by the Huffington Post as a riding where “voting strategically” can make the difference.

Why would I suggest this?

Because I now consider myself to be an ABC (Anybody But Conservative) voter and think there may be other voters out there as well who want to see Canada returning to its core values and principles.

I have had the pleasure of working directly with the local Liberal candidate, Leona Alleslev, and find her to be a credible local candidate who will represent this local riding well in Ottawa.

Please consider voting strategically for change — it needs to happen.

Joyce Deutsch Aurora

Strategic voting necessary An election campaign should let people choose from a broad spectrum of good ideas.

Instead, this time, a broad spectrum of good people are having to find a way to vote against bad actions and bad ideas of a party brought to power through an out-dated system of voting.

The wrongs committed by the Conservative Party are too many and too deep for a letter to the editor, but some recent book titles, written by scientists, economists and journalists, hint at the problems: The War on Science; The Arrogant Autocrat; Party of One; The Carbon Bubble; Unaccountable.

Steven Harper and his party have fought continuously with scientists, judges and journalists — people who, by nature and training, seek truth.

The point here is that, even if you like your local Conservative candidate as a person, that is not a good enough reason to vote for her or him this time.

It is vital, for the health of Canada and the preservation of our values, that Harper’s Reform-Conservatives be defeated.

Then, true Conservatives should make every effort to take back their party.

We hope that this is the last election where Canadians will have to vote strategically.

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A cougar running all over Victoria, B.C. was tracked down and tranquilized this week.

A bear flinches while up in a tree and is shot dead here.

Hope you’ve reviewed your actions and are better (read: humanely) prepared next time.

lutely amazing with their loving care for my mother and their wonderful support to me and my family.

I can honestly say that unless you have gone through the process of having someone live in LTC and suffer with dementia, you will never know what these wonderful people do.

God Bless you all at Newmarket HCC. I will never forget any of you.

A message out there to everyone: if someone acts strangely in front of you, never make a judgement call. Just think of yourself and how lucky you are to have what others don’t and probably never will have.

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Study issues before casting ballot Re: Beware of naive politicians, letter to the editor by Shelley Wister, Oct. 8: bit. ly/1LjyIK3.

Shelley Wister has written one of the best letters to this paper in a long time.

In my opinion, she is absolutely right on the three issues: cap and trade, the RCMP report and immigration.

The NDP and the Liberals respond to these issues to garner votes because of the knee-jerk reactions of groups of mostly uninformed individuals.

I ask you: how many people have even heard of the RCMP report on missing and murdered aboriginal women or the cap and trade disasters in Europe?

If you would like a real eyeopener, read what’s going on in Belgium with their immigration plight because of radical Muslim groups.

Before you vote, please study the real issues instead of who looks good in front of the political cameras.

Shelley, I too only have confidence in the Conservatives to protect our values.

John King Newmarket

Thanks to Newmarket Health Centre I would like to again extend my sincere thanks to the staff at the Newmarket Health Centre long-term care at 200 Eagle St. My dearest mother, Ana Car, was taken care of at that LTC centre for two years and sadly passed away Sunday, Oct. 4.

The nursing staff and social worker at the centre were abso-

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By Carter Apps – @_capps Wow, such an unpleasant surprise! I had been enjoying your coverage of how local voters are engaging with democracy -- and then.... Chris Simon actually makes derisive remarks about candidates who have run in previous elections !AND! been the chosen recipients of thousands of votes.

Dorian Baxter is not an “eccentric uncle” and that debate was not a “kids table.” It would just be a case of disrespect if this language were used in an opinion or editorial -- but it appeared in a FRONT PAGE NEWS STORY. That is not how objective news is written. Chris Simon has only proved the point that it doesn’t matter if you have agreed to stand up and represent voters in a democracy. Apparently it’s up to the Era Banner and the Chamber of Commerce to decide who the real and worthy candidates are, and to dismiss or deride the rest. So I will not be reading any more of your election coverage, if this is your idea of how democracy and voting works. Some candidates count, some don’t. Not good enough.!!

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et’s have a quick poll: who’s ready for the longest election campaign in modern history to be over?

I, for one, certainly won’t be shedding a tear when all the ballots are counted on Oct. 19. Sure, not hearing more “Just Not Ready” ads on the radio and no longer seeing Justin Trudeau marching on an escalator will be welcome, but the thing I’m most looking forward to is not having to read about what the polls have to say on a daily basis.

Colour me stupid, but am I the only one who groans when Nik Nanos’ mugshot appears on the television as he starts explaining the daily machinations of some imaginary votes?

Don’t get me wrong. The numerous political polls have been relatively accurate during federal elections in my lifetime. I am not here to dispute their various methodologies or margins of error. I am not interested if they gathered data via landline, cellphones or online.

And I don’t care about your reasoning about why one poll is more valid than another.

I am here to complain about the outsized importance polls get during the election campaign, because I can’t help myself.

Like a pig at a trough, I sidle up to my computer each day as the media happily shovels their daily slop of polls in front of me. You are probably just like me.

The only reason the media keeps heaping piles of polls on your election plate is they have discovered the public has an insatiable appetite for them.

We want to know who is winning the horse race at all times and this basically forms the media narrative for the entire campaign.

So, according to the polls when the campaign started in August, the Conservatives and NDP were in a dead heat, with the Liberals in third place.

Then the NDP stormed into the lead, but the Conservatives reeled them in only for the Liberals to come from behind to make it a three-way race.

Finally, as the finish line approached, the Liberals and Conservatives extended a lead on the NDP as they battled for first.

Notice how there is no mention of any platform ideas when it comes to the horse race synopsis. More people know that the older demographic votes Conservative in large numbers than what each party’s platform for senior citizens includes.

More people know that big cities favour the Liberals and NDP than how much each party plans to invest in transit.

We have gotten to a point in this country where we care more about each party’s position in a horse race, than their positions on real issues.

It’s a shame there is more nuanced debate on Facebook about poll methodologies than there is about aboriginal issues.

So, the next time you ask someone or read something about who is up in the polls, ask yourself: “Why do I care?”.

If you support a particular political party, you will most likely be able to cherry pick a poll from one of Nanos, EKOS, Ipsos, Forum, Leger, Angus Reid, Mainstreet and Abacus that supports your opinion.

The louder one side complains about the polls being skewed, the more likely they are wrong. Who can forget the 2012 U.S. presidential election, when Republicans threw a hissy fit because polling guru Nate Silver said Barack Obama had a better than 80-per-cent chance of winning the election.

Polls are so ensconced in the fabric of our elections, it’s even hard to imagine an election where we didn’t have them. We might even actually be forced to have discussions about serious issues.

OK. Go back to arguing about margin of error and polls done by landline, just please go vote Oct. 19, because it really is the only poll that matters.

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Incumbent MP Brown won riding in 2011 with 54.3% of votes cast

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have now unfairly grants power to a very unbalanced segment of the representatives.

There are very few democracies left in the world that still use this system because it actually excludes voices from the conversation.”

Locally, Brown has been elected even though only a minority of the eligible voters in the riding supported her, Long said.

In 2011, Brown won the riding by earning nearly 54.3 per cent of the ballots cast, though only 63 per cent of eligible voters turned out.

An all-party committee would be struck to investigate various ways to improve the electoral system and voter engagement — including ranked ballots or mandatory voting laws — if the Liberals win the Oct. 19 vote.

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The committee could even consider online voting methods, Liberal candidate Kyle Peterson said.

“We’re hoping to examine all these without pre-judging and come up with a solution that works for all,” he said.

“We’re committed to changing first-pastthe-post, if that’s the decision of the committee.”

Several attempts to reach Progressive Canadian candidate Dorian Baxter for comment were unsuccessful.

— With files from elections.org.nz, electoral-reform.org.uk, parliament.uk and parl.gc.ca

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ORION was created in 2001 and was originally known as the optical regional advanced network of Ontario. The first connection was completed and tested in 2003 between Laurentian University and York University. The provincial government and ORION then invested $5.5 million to connect more institutions, leveraging $8 million in additional local investment.

The network is intended to allow those connected to it to share information in real time, which will allow great minds to work together to improve health care, education, quality of life and the economy.

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Everyone is welcome to attend the annual Aurora Prayer Breakfast.

On Oct. 20, organizers expect 500 guests to attend the annual prayer breakfast at St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic High School on Wellington Street. The tables will be set with linens and everything else needed to enjoy a hot breakfast while talking part in prayer, worship, music and testimony, according to organizing chairperson Lea Seymour.

“We get together once a year to encourage people to share their stories about their faith,” she said. “This will be the seventh year the community has come together for this event.”

Despite what some believe, the event isn’t a church service and anyone who wishes to attend will be welcomed with open arms, she explained. Public officials, business leaders and residents of Aurora gather at the event along with 140 local students whose seats have been sponsored.

“This isn’t a one-of-a-kind event as there are prayer breakfasts all over,” Seymour said. “It gives everyone from all walks of

life the chance to mingle and swap stories, which builds strength in the community as a whole.”

This year’s event will feature guest speaker Gary Nelson. He joined Tyndale University College and Seminary as president and vice-chancellor in 2010. He has served as general secretary of the international mission and development organization Canadian Baptist Ministries. Nelson has lectured at universities across the globe and continues to speak at conferences about current issues facing the church and its leadership.

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His most recent accomplishment is the completion of his soon-to-be released book, Leading in Disorienting Times: Navigating Change in Churches and Organizations.

In past years, a portion of the prayer breakfast’s proceeds have been donated to various charities including World Vision, Teen Challenge and Children’s Wish. The charity for this year has yet to be determined. Tickets are $25 per person.

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The Town of Aurora collects personal information in communications or presentations made to Town Council and/or its Committees. The Town collects this information to enable it to make informed decisions on the relevant issue(s). If you are submitting letters, faxes, emails, presentations or other communications to the Town, you should be aware that your name and the fact that you communicated with the Town will become part of the public record and will appear on the Town’s website. The Town will also make your communication and any personal information in it, such as your address and postal code or email address available to the public unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. By submitting a fax, email, presentation or other communication, you are authorizing the Town to collect and use the above-noted information for this purpose.

The Town audio records Public Planning meetings. If you make a presentation to Town Council and/or its Committees, the Town will be audio recording you and Town staff and may make these audio recordings available to the public. Please direct any questions about this to the Town Clerk at 905-727-3123, ext.

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Application Deadline: Friday, October 23, 2015 • Heritage Advisory Committee: Two (2) citizen members • Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee: Five (5) citizen members For more information, please call 905-727-3123, ext. 4227. Any member of the general public residing in Aurora may apply.

What is the application process?

Appointment to Committees is open to all residents of Aurora, or owners of land within the municipality, or a tenant of land for business tax purposes in Aurora. Applications must be submitted to the Town on the approved application form. Application forms and additional information can be picked up at Aurora Town Hall, or by visiting the Town’s website at www.aurora.ca Applications should be addressed to the Deputy Clerk and submitted by email to pthoma@aurora.ca or by fax at 905-726-4732. Applications can also be submitted by mail or hand delivered to 100 John West Way, P.O. Box 1000, Aurora, ON L4G 6J1.

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English Conversation Circle Oct. 19, 2:15 to 4:15 p.m.

Newmarket Welcome Centre, 16655 Yonge St., Unit #26.

Practice your English conversation/communication and also network with newcomers in your community! Must be 18 years or older to participate.

Contact: Helen Samimy, hsamimy@ccsyr.org, 289-842-3183.

The Landing Oct. 15, 3:45 to 5:30 p.m.

Newmarket Community Church, 145 Pony Dr. The Landing is a free, weekly program offered at Newmarket Community Church that aims to equip teens (ages 12 to 17) with the tools needed to overcome life’s struggles.

Contact: admin@newmarketcommunitychurch.org, 905-836-7251, 905-967-4081, www.newmarketcommunitychurch.org.

2015 Portraits of Giving Exhibit Tour Oct. 19 until Oct. 30, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The York Region Municipal Building, Great Hall, 17250 Yonge St. in Newmarket.

Merk Photography is pleased to present Portraits of Giving: a unique photographic presentation created to celebrate people in our community who reach beyond their busy lives to give to others. It is where professional photography meets warm, personal stories. The result is a heartwarming exhibit that celebrates people with a passion for giving.

Contact: Karen Merk, karenm@merkphotography.com, 416-420-3748.

Exhibit at the Elman W. Campbell Museum Ongoing until 2015, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St. S in Newmarket.

The Great War in pictures and objects, to commemorate the First World War Centenary. A wide range of pictures, uniforms and artifacts dating back to 1914-1918. On display until November 2015. Open TuesdaysSaturdays 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Free admission.

Contact: elmanmuseum@rogers.com, 905-953-5314.

Babytime Oct. 20, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.

Mount Albert Branch, East Gwillimbury Public Library, 19300 Centre St. Ages 0 – 17 months. Free. Share our simple stories, songs, and interactive play with your little one while learning about early literacy for babies.

Local Colour Aurora: Paints the Town Ongoing until Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. This unique exhibition showcases Aurora as seen through the eyes of local artists who have been producing work for this show for over a year. Fifteen artists’contributions – paintings, drawings, and an entire section dedicated to the art of plein air – will grace the galleries of the Aurora Cultural Centre.

Gallery Admission is at no charge. Tuesdays, Thursday - Saturday 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Enter at north glass doors.

Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

Ron Goodlin: A Lens on Africa Exhibition Ongoing until Nov. 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Large-scale photographs capture the energy and drama of Tanzania through the textures, movement and lighting of the landscape, animals and cultural experiences. A photographer and avid traveler, local dentist Ron Goodlin is featured in the Great Hall Gallery during the fall of 2015.

Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

The Reign of the Queen of Canada Exhibition Ongoing until Dec. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. On Sept. 9, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign will surpass that of Canada’s other great Mother of Confederation, Queen Victoria. The Aurora Cultural Centre, in partnership with the Monarchist League of Canada (York Region Branch), celebrates the long reign of Her Majesty with artifacts and archival materials. Hours: Tuesdays, Thursday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Wednesdays: 10 am - 8 p.m.

Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards Oct. 15, 5 p.m.

Manor at Carrying Place Golf & Country Club, 16750 Weston Rd., King Township.

Business Excellence Awards has honoured local businesses whose achievements and community involvement have made significant contributions to the economic and social development of the Town of Newmarket.

Cocktails at 5:30 p.m. Dinner & Awards at 6:30 p.m.

Contact: events@newmarketchamber.ca, 905-898-5900.

PCCN - Newmarket Support Group October Meeting Oct. 15, 6:30 p.m.

Newmarket Seniors’Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr. October speaker is Catherine Callaghan from Hill Hunter Losell discussing estate planning, POA and wills. All welcome. Meeting runs 7 to 9 p.m.

Contact: Walt Klywak, wklywak1@gmail.com, 905-895-1975.

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Day of Remembrance and Service Launch for Prenatal Loss and Early Infant Death Oct. 15, 3 to 5 p.m.

The Heart Collective,110 Pony Dr. Unit 13a in Newmarket.

Every Loss Begins with a PRESENCE. Support for Prenatal Loss and Early Infant Death invites the public to join in a Day of Remembrance and New Blood Donor Clinic Oct. 16, 4 to 7 p.m.

Newmarket Community Centre, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. It’s time to FALL into a lifesaving habit. Many people wait for the right time to become blood donors and fall is a great time to start a new habit. Your donation of blood may just save a life. To book an appointment to give blood, use the Give Blood App or visit blood.ca.

Info: Elaine St. Pierre, elaine.stpierre@blood.ca, 1-888-236-6283.

Gerry Markhoff sent this Your Shot of cardinal perched on a tree. Send us Your Shot. The theme is Nature & Wildlife. Email your high-quality jpegs to Tracy Kibble at tkibble@yrmg.com for a chance to have your photo included in our online gallery and published in the newspaper.

Service Launch. Speech at 4 p.m. Pinwheels for PAIL Network will be sold to support peer groups and outreach. Take home your candle to join in the Wave of Light that evening at 7 p. m.

Contact: Jo McRogers, jomcrogers@gmail.com, 905-716-5540.

This weekend Newmarket Farmers Market Oct. 17, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Riverwalk Commons, Doug Duncan Drive.

Fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, baked goods, food vendors, hand-crafted artifacts and products such as jewelry, furniture, soap, horse and wagon rides, musical entertainment, buskers, fresh flowers, etc.

Contact: pheasanthollowcreations@live.ca, 905-773-9751.

Fifth Annual Curios n’ Tea Oct. 17, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1035 Wayne Dr. in Newmarket.

An afternoon tea at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Cost is $25/person or $175/table of 8. Sittings: noon, 1:45 or 3:30 p.m. Enjoy tea, scones w/ cream and jams, sandwiches, sweets. Raffle baskets, door prizes, curios gallery. Cash or cheque only. For tickets, email Rose at holycrosslutheran.ca Contact: rorfanakos@hotmail.com, 905-895-5415, 905-898-1682.

Family Life presents “I Still Do” Simulcast Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Grace Church, 221 Carlson Dr. in Newmarket.

Grace Church Invites you to a powerful, practical, one-day marriage event where couples can invest in and strengthen their marriages. Speakers include: Allistair Begg; Crawford and Karen Lorrits; Alex Kendrick and more.

For more info or to Register Online follow the link at www.GraceChurch.ca Contact: Win Bowman, win@gracechurch.ca, 905-895-1119.

Woof Tales Oct. 17, 11 a.m.

East Gwillimbury Public Library - Holland Landing, 19513 Yonge St. Read to a friendly dog! This program is for beginning readers or those who want some reading practice. Presented by St. John’s Ambulance Therapy Dog Program. Attendance deposit of $10 required upon registration. All attendees will be refunded in full and are invited to register for multiple dates. Must provide 24 hour cancellation notice. Ages 6-10.

Aurora celebrates 70th of Dutch-Canadian Friendship Oct. 17, 10 to 11 a.m.

Aurora War Memorial Peace Park (Aurora Cenotaph), 14659 Yonge St. Aurora is one of the fortunate recipients of the 70th anniversary Dutch-

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Canadian Friendship Tulip Gardens, being distributed across Canada to 140 communities. In celebration of this alliance, the first gift to the Town will mimic the same token sent in 1945 to Canadians, 100,000 Dutch tulip bulbs. A public planting ceremony to commemorate this affiliation will take place on Saturday, October 17 at 10 a.m. at the Aurora Cenotaph.

Contact: communications@aurora.ca.

Minecraft Mania Oct. 17, 11 a.m. until noon.

Mount Albert Branch, East Gwillimbury Public Library, 19300 Centre St. Ages 8 – 11. Free. Come out for Minecraft fun! Bring a device if you can.

Yuk Yuk’s On Tour Stand-Up Comedy Night Oct. 17, 7 to 11:30 p.m.

Newmarket Community Centre, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. The Rotary Club of Newmarket presents Yuk Yuk’s On Tour Stand-Up Comedy Night. Tickets are $35/person To order tickets contact, Greg Gillespie.

Contact: tickets@newmarketrotary.ca, 905-853-2586.

Fall Clean UP Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to noon.

Hillary House, 15372 Yonge St. in Aurora.

Do you need volunteer hours? What? Tasks will include raking leaves, clearing branches and preparing the property for the winter. Lunch will be provided. Bring gloves, a rake, and a water bottle.

Contact: Erika Mazanik, erika.mazanik@aurorahs.com, 905-727-8991.

Free Nordic Pole Walking Clinic Oct. 17, 9 to 10:30 a.m.

Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area, 93 Industrial Pkwy. S in Aurora.

Learn all the exciting basics of Nordic Pole Walking at these “Introductory” Nordic Pole Walking Clinics. Learn how to turn an ordinary walk into a full body workout. Everyone, of any age of any fitness level is welcome.

Contact: Shawn Nisbet, info@shawnnisbet.com, 416-804-0938.

Family Vegan Thanksgiving/Halloween Potluck Oct. 18, 4:30 p.m.

Aurora Public Library (Magna Room), 15145 Yonge St. Bring your favourite Thanksgiving-style, vegan dish and/or you favourite vegan treats to share and don’t forget to bring friends and family. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Potluck at 1:15 Movie (The Book of Life) starts 2:45 p.m. Brief open discussion after the movie ~ 30min. Costumes are encouraged by Katie, are but optional. If you do wear a costume you can are entered win a copy of the movie and more.

Contact: aurorasanimalrightsadvocates@gmail.com.

Tuesday Open Studio Oct. 20, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Open Studio space is now available to makers ages 16 and up. Drop by the Centre this season on Tuesdays between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. to work on your visual arts projects in the Activity Room. You’ll have table space, use of table top or floor easels and access to water. This is a non-facilitated, nonregistered drop in program, and is offered at no charge. Bring all of your own materials, as none are provided.

Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

Ones & Twos Oct. 20, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Mount Albert Branch, East Gwillimbury Public Library, 19300 Centre St. Ages 18 – 30 months. Free. Join our interactive program that stimulates the imagination with early literacy activities including books and songs.

Networking Breakfast with East Gwillimbury Chamber of Commerce Oct. 20, 7 to 9 a.m.

Pheasant Run Golf Club, 18033 Warden Ave. R.R. #1 in East Gwillimbury.

Bring business cards & network. This month’s sponsor:: Neighbourhood Network. Cost: $15 members and $20 non-members. Register by Oct. 15.

Contact: EGCOC Office, egcoc@egcoc.org, 905-478-8447.

Business Women’s Network of York Region Event Oct. 21, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. BWNYR aspires to support women in business and change. It would be honoured to work with people who have this same passion. Cost: $25.

Contact: Elizabethjohnston2004@hotmail.com, 416-910-1058.

Aurora Chamber Pub Night Oct. 21, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

East Side Mario’s, 15370 Bayview Ave. in Aurora.

Come for casual networking at East Side Marios. No need to register - just drop in! The Aurora Chamber Pub Night features a cash bar (alcohol, soft drinks, water etc.) and appetizers are typically offered. No formal agenda.

Contact: Sandra Watson, s.watson@aurorachamber.on.ca , 905-727-7262.

Multimedia Presentation on the Great War Oct. 21, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Newmarket Community Centre, Hall 2, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. The Director of Archives Chris Morris has created a programme using various media including film, slides and more, highlighting the 127th Battalion.

Contact: Robert Buchan, buchan@rogers.com, 905-898-3357.

A Nice Family Gathering Oct. 22-24, 29-31, 8 p.m. or Oct. 25, 2 p.m.

Theatre Aurora, 150 Henderson Dr. Story of a man who loved his wife so much, he almost told her. At Thanksgiving, he returns as a ghost with a mission: tell his wife he loved her.

Contact: Joey Ferguson, marketing@theatreaurora.com, 905-727-3669.

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Suspect in 5 Newmarket sexual assaults targeting slight women

By Jeremy Grimaldi

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Yet another woman has been groped in Newmarket, in what is the fifth sexual assault in the past eight weeks.

On Tuesday, at about 11:25 a.m., a woman had her buttocks grabbed, while she listened to music, by a man who was wearing a hoodie in the area of Yonge Street and Green Lane.

Investigators have encountered this scenario before and believe the incidents are related.

Since the first incident, which occurred Aug. 18, five women have been assaulted, all by the same man, according to police.

All the incidents have similar details, starting off while victims were distracted either by their phones or while listening to music.

The victims have also been in the same general vicinity, near Upper Canada Mall.

Const. Andy Pattenden, from York Regional Police, said investigators have noticed the man has been “pacing the neighbourhood” looking out for potential victims, who are not only distracted, but also slight and easier to overpower – considering the

man is described as five-feet, five-inches tall and about 125 pounds.

“Anyone that even loosely matches the description, we’re going out to see,” he said, encouraging anyone who sees a small man, with his hood on and walking with a limp in the area to call the police.

Although the initial three events involved the man grabbing the women’s rear-end, the penultimate incident, at the end of September, involved a woman being pulled to the ground, followed by attempts to remove her pants.

“It’s just a strong warning to be vigilant, aware and to avoid distractions,” Const. Pattenden added.

The first incident took place at 5:50 p.m. when a 19-year-old woman was walking down a pathway along the north fence of the Upper Canada Mall parking lot and walked past a man on the trail near Gail Parks Crescent.

The male suspect turned around, ran up behind the victim and grabbed her buttocks.

Following the attack, the suspect ran eastbound down the path and jumped over a fence into the mall parking lot.

In a second similar incident Sept. 8, at

about 7:30 a.m., a 34-year-old female victim was walking on a sidewalk in the Upper Canada Mall parking lot from Matthew Boyd Crescent.

The victim stopped to send a text message and was approached by a man from behind who grabbed her buttocks.

Then, at 2:30 p.m. the same day, a 17-year-old victim was walking north from the mall and walked into the subdivision on Gail Parks where she was approached by a male wearing a hooded sweatshirt with the hood pulled over his face.

The suspect grabbed the victim’s buttocks and then ran away toward the residential area.

In a fourth similar incident Sept. 25, at about 9:25 a.m., police responded to a report that a male suspect approached an 18-yearold female victim walking on Aspenwood Drive.

He pushed her to the ground and attempted to remove her clothing.

The assault was interrupted by a passerby and the suspect ran away.

The suspect is described as a white male, 20 to 25 years old, with a thin build and wearing a hoodie with the hood up.

CRIME ALERT Anyone with information can contact the YRP special victims unit’s sexual assault section at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7071, contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS, leave an anonymous tip online at 1800222tips.com, or text a message to CRIMES (274637), starting with the word ‘YORK’.

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The red rapidway on Davis Drive is nearing completion. Viva rapid transit will be in service at this vivastation by the end of the year.

VivaNext appreciates your patience Ask local residents and business owners about building a rapid transit project along the most heavily congested sections of Davis Drive in Newmarket, and most will say that they appreciate the improvements but can’t wait for the noise and disruption to end.

Well, the end is in sight with heavy construction activities scheduled to wrap up this year.

But before the barrels can be removed and Viva rapid transit opens for service, Davis Drive residents and businesses are being asked to hang on for one final push to the end.

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The final layer is already in place from Yonge to Main, including the distinctive red asphalt along the rapidway and at intersections. This final paving activity is now continuing east of Main to Huron Heights.

“We know how tough it’s been for people living near, or getting to work on Davis Drive,” says Mary-Frances Turner, President of York Region Rapid Transit.

“People have been amazingly supportive, considering how inconvenient this kind of construction project is.

People understand they’re getting a beautiful new street, updated utilities and great transit out of this, but we do know it’s been a long go. We’re asking people to bear with us for just a bit longer, then we’ll be out of their way.”

Just a couple of weeks ago when temperatures were warmer, it was possible to put down the final layer of asphalt overnight. But with October’s cooler weather, most of the paving will be done during the day now, when the road surface temperature is 9 degrees and climbing.

And the asphalt needs a few hours to cool before it can be opened to traffic.

“We know that blocking anyone’s driveway, even for a short time, is a lot to ask,” says York Region Rapid Transit Senior Project Manager Liza Sheppard.

“Making sure everyone knows exactly when we’re going to be paving in their area is a key aspect for us.”

For those who live, work and shop on Davis Drive, the end is truly in sight— you can see it. And once the barrels are removed, modern, convenient and reliable rapid transit will be in service.

“Thank you once again for your patience while we finish up this important transformation of Davis Drive,” said Turner.

Rollers smooth out the red asphalt for an even finish.

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Interfaith group vows to make child care election priority Organization argues affordable service would help lift people out of poverty

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n marking last week’s national day of action on child care, members of York Region faith communities are determined to make affordable and high quality daycare an election issue.

“Affordable child care is one component of lifting families out of poverty,” said Natalie Doucet, a member of the steering committee of Mosaic Interfaith, made of York residents belonging to the faiths of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Zoroastrianism.

“The more we are able, as a society, to help lift families and children out of poverty and help children thrive and flourish to reach their potential, the better off we all will be as a society.”

Nov. 24, 2014 marked 25 years since the passage of a unanimous all-party resolution in the House of Commons to end child poverty by the year 2000, More than 25 years later, the situation is worse at both the national and provincial levels, Doucet, who is also a pastoral associate at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Thornhill, said.

“Around the same time, we at Mosaic Interfaith felt that we, as a people of faith, needed to come together and do what all our different faith traditions call us to do, to care for the poor (and) marginalized and not just to care but to act, to be a force for change and to do this together as an interfaith initiative.”

Ten years ago, Canada was moving toward a national child care program, but that was cancelled by the Conservative gov-

ernment in 2006, Carolyn Ferns, public policy and government relations co-ordinator with the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care, said.

“I didn’t see that we might get the rug swept out from under us. We were there at that moment in 2005, where it looked like things were happening in child care and then that 2006 election rolled along and we found that disappeared,” she told about two dozen people gathered at a Mosaic meeting on child care at St. Luke’s Oct. 8.

“We found with the election there, with the (Prime Minister Stephen) Harper government, the first order of business was to tear up that bilateral agreement (between the federal government and the provinces) and say, ‘We’re going in a different direction.’”

Child care workers are traditionally underpaid, while families often face financially crippling daycare fees equivalent to a second mortgage, Ferns said.

Calling Canada’s existing patchwork of child care methods a silent crisis, she said

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there are only enough daycare spots for one in five children and complained Ontario parents face the highest fees in Canada.

While many people without kids in daycare don’t consider child care a concern, the key to making a national child care strategy an election issue is convincing people that everyone depends on someone who depends on child care, Ferns said.

“I think the thing that is going to make a difference is if early childhood educators and parents and community members and people who have children and people who don’t have children all get together and say this is a social good, this is a public benefit and this is something that we need as Canadians,” she said.

“For me, child care is the rallying point for a new vision of Canada, one where we take care of each other better, where we look after our families, where we look after our children and we make a better Canada for all of us.”

Ferns pointed to a campaign called VoteChildCare.ca, which is urging Canadians to vote for a federal government that commits to long-term child care funding and a public, non-profit daycare system families can count on.

She encouraged voters to research the child care platforms of the federal parties.

For example, the NDP is promising to create one million new spaces over eight

years and introduce a $15 a day child care program, while the Liberals would enhance the child benefit for low income earners and introduce the National Early Learning and Childcare Framework policy.

In Richmond Hill in August, Prime Minister Stephen Harper highlighted the benefits of the Conservatives’ universal child care benefit, which was expanded this year.

It provides $160 a month for children under the age of six and $60 a month for children six to 17.

The Green Party would restore 2005 agreements for a universal child care program and establish a children’s commissioner.

Mona Monro, who attended the Mosaic meeting, questioned why society provides “free” education to children once they are old enough for kindergarten, but not care for younger kids.

Jagmohan Singh is worried child care has not captured the attention of voters and candidates during the election campaign.

“This issue is important, but there’s no awareness. How do we bring awareness to this issue?” he said.

“How to bring awareness to this issue, this is the thing that keeps me up at night,” Ferns replied.

Singh urged voters to put signs on their doors asking canvassing politicians for their plans to provide affordable child care.

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As the federal election comes down to the wire Monday, social housing is emerging as a key late election issue.

Last week, mayors and chairs in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area put pressure on Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau, NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair and Green Leader Elizabeth May

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increase in residential building construction investment generates an increase in overall GDP (gross domestic product) of $1.52 as the investment continues to cycle through the economy,” the mayors and chairs said in a letter to the federal leaders.

“To put it simply, investing in social housing is a true engine of growth.”

Meanwhile, a new citizens group called Stand Up for Public Housing, led by former Ontario housing ministers Dennis Timbrell and Alvin Curling, has launched a grassroots campaign in the Greater Toronto Area to make social housing a key election issue.

The goal is to change Infrastructure Canada criteria to allow public housing projects to qualify for funding.

“It comes down to this, all the parties say they support infrastructure funding of some form or another and what we’re saying to the leaders of all the parties is OK, great, but we would urge you, if you form the next government, to make sure that the definition of infrastructure is broadened to recognize that whether a job is created repairing a 50-year-old apartment building or repairing a 50-year-old bridge, it’s a job and presumably the objective of all of this is to create jobs, so include the need for public housing in your deliberations.”

The campaign has been endorsed by the Toronto and York Region Labour Council.

The labour council has been an outspoken advocate for public housing, president John Cartwright said in a statement.

“The Stand Up team is out to hold candidates’ feet to the fire on federal funding for public housing and we stand with them.”

Although housing is a provincial responsibility, the Conservatives have increased total transfer payments to the provinces to help with the delivery of social programs, including social housing, Newmarket-Aurora MP Lois Brown said.

“It’s increased by 6 per cent year over year since we took office. And the federal transfers to the province of Ontario have doubled under our government from $10 billion to over $20 billion this year. So, we are doing our part,” she said.

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able to the provinces for their priority projects, with $35 million of that coming annually to Ontario. And the federal government also has an annual fund of $2.3 billion to help with affordable housing initiatives, which has helped 238,000 households in Ontario alone, Brown said.

But she was unable to say why social housing projects don’t qualify for federal infrastructure funding.

Investing in affordable housing is critical to help low-income families, individuals and seniors find a decent place to live in York Region’s high-priced housing market, Vaughan-King Liberal candidate Deb Schulte said.

Her party is promising a new 10-year investment in social infrastructure, she said.

“The Liberal plan for affordable housing, championed by a fellow former municipal councillor, Adam Vaughan, is particularly strong as it prioritizes investments in affordable housing and seniors’ facilities,” Schulte said.

“Instead of ignoring the needs of Canadians across the country, we will work to ensure safe, adequate and affordable housing, which I believe is essential to building strong families, strong communities and a strong economy.”

The Liberals would build more new housing units and refurbish old ones, give support to municipalities to maintain rent-geared-toincome subsidies in co-ops and give communities the money they need for Housing First initiatives that help homeless Canadians find stable housing, Schulte said.

The party would also remove all GST on new capital investments in affordable rental housing, modernize the existing Home Buyers’ Plan and review escalating home prices in high-priced markets such as Toronto, with an eye to considering all policy tools that could keep home ownership within reach for more Canadians, she said.

Housing affordability is a priority for the Green Party, Markham-Thornhill candidate Joshua Russell said.

The Green Party recognizes that affordable housing provides the basis for employment, schooling and community services, while lack of it puts strain on our health institutions and criminal justice system, he said, adding the Green Party would implement a national affordable housing strategy based off of a housing-first principle to work toward eliminating homelessness.

Research shows York Region ranks as one of the least affordable rental markets in Canada, with 40 per cent of tenants spending more than 30 per cent of their income before taxes on rent, Russell said.

“With our national housing strategy, we would create 20,000 new and 8,000 rehabilitated affordable units per year for the next 10 years to dramatically increase social housing available to Canadians,” he said, adding the party would also establish a housing strategy for seniors.

A York Region NDP candidate could not be reached for comment.

The party is promising to help Toronto and Vancouver residents deal with high housing costs through a tax break aimed at encouraging the construction of 10,000 affordable housing units over the next decade.

The NDP would work with the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation on a tax incentive that would let people building rental housing escape paying capital gains taxes if they reinvest in affordable rental housing.

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Hoedown organizers recognized

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Those responsible for making the 2015 Magna Wild Wild West Hoedown the most successful of its 27th annual editions were honoured in Newmarket last week Hosted by Magna For Community on behalf of Magna International at the York Regional Police Association building, the appreciation event culminated in this year’s 15 non-profit organizations receiving their portions of the $464,000 raised by the hoedown.

Magna for Community manager and Magna Hoedown committee chairperson Steve Hinder served as MC. His first order of business was recognizing his “small but mighty team” that dedicated months of time and effort into the planning of the Hoedown. The group included John Crowell, Lisbeth Goodyear, Maggie Pelyvas, Erin Cerenzia, Tracey Scott, Drew Kollmann, Randy Horne, Phil Decaire, Chris Hannesson and Adelita Ragnitz.

Hinder shared highlights and milestones of the Magna Showdown and Hoedown, held on the organization’s corporate campus in Aurora under Canada’s largest tent last month.

More than 5,000 guests partied at the two-night shindig, 700 guests attended the inaugural student hoedown for York Region students with disabilities, more than 700 volunteers helped organize and manage the events, King’s Sarah MacRae won the Hoedown Showdown country music competition and the funds raised this year bring Magna’s contribution to local social service

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agencies well above $8 million.

Following a performance by MacRae, Hinder recognized volunteer co-ordinator Tracey Scott.

Cerenzia, Magna Neighbourhood Network co-ordinator, also served as the third annual Hoedown Showdown’s producer. This year’s talent competition was deemed the best to date, she said, drawing a record number of applicants and high quality talent from across Ontario.

The Showdown would not have been made possible without the help of Canadian singer Beverley Mahood and producer Tom Cross, said Cerenzia.

“Back in January, we began meeting with Beverley and Tom, who told us that they wanted to help bring the showdown to the next level,” she said.

With their help and guidance, the group created a prize pack for the showdown winner that included industry management and business mentorship, performance artist coaching, styling, song writing and song production.

Mahood and Cross were lauded for their participation on the adjudication committee and as judges through the various competition stages.

Aurora Mayor Geoff Dawe, Newmarket Mayor Tony Van Bynen Aurora councillors John Abel and Tom Mrakas were recognized for their support of York Region’s largest yearly charitable fundraising event.

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Coming Up: Friday vs. Wellington Dukes, Aurora Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. … Saturday at Mississauga Chargers.

Game Notes: Aurora snapped a three-game losing streak as rookie Keegan Matthew sparked a threegoal uprising in the third period with his second goal of the season in the fifth minute as the Tigers beat Cobourg for the second straight time. Daniel Mantenuto and Mark Rozanov, the latter in the final minute, also scored as Alex Brooks-Potts stopped 35 shots in the Aurora net … Rylee St. Onge scored on a power play midway through the third period to break a tie and push the Royals past the Tigers in a game that saw the ejections of Matthew Bernard and Alex Boudreau, in the first and second periods, respectively, compounding the problems for an already depleted defense corps.

First-period goals by Darren Iwai and captain Jordan DaSilva had staked the Tigers to a 2-0 lead … Four unanswered goals, including an overtime winner by captain Zach Evancho, led the Sabres past the Tigers in Aurora … At Kingston, the Voyageurs beat the Tigers for

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The Skinny: The win in Cobourg helped the Tigers salvage just three of eight points at stake entering last weekend. Ironically, coming at the end of an exhausting four-day stretch, it was probably the least anticipated.

Clearly, head coach Mark Joslin and staff were aiming much higher … The Tigers have lost four consecutive one-goal decisions … The club acquired the rights to former Mississauga Steelheads forward Austin Gerhart Monday. He debuted against Cobourg with an assist. In two seasons with the OHL club, the 18-year-old Barrie resident had five goals … Discipline is knocking the Tigers for a loop. Among the most penalized teams in the league this season, the Tigers are doing an aboutface from recent seasons, when their ability to stay out of the penalty box and a potent power play were critical elements to success … After blowing a three-goal lead on home ice, Aurora gave up a two-goal lead in its next outing in Markham.

Record: 6-5-0-2, second in North Division.

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Last Week: Monday — Lost 3-2 at Stouffville Spirit …

Friday — Lost 2-0 at Whitby Fury … Thursday — Won 3-2 vs. Orangeville Flyers.

Coming Up: Thursday vs. Whitby Fury, Ray Twinney Complex, 7:30 p.m. … Saturday at Toronto Jr. Canadiens … Sunday at North York Rangers.

Game Notes: Third-period goals by James MenseDietrich and Spencer Roberts rallied the Stouffville Spirit past the Hurricanes Monday. Goals by Ryan Shaw and newcomer Marco Bozzo staked Newmarket to a 2-0 lead in the game’s opening seven minutes …

At Whitby, former Hurricane Nik Coric assisted on both goals and the Fury rode a 27-save effort by Daniel Mannella to victory … Against Orangeville, Ryan Shaw notched his first goal of the season in the seventh minute of the third period to send Newmarket to its third straight win.

The Skinny: Third-year defenceman Adam Smith has made a verbal commitment to the Bowling Green State University Falcons for the 2016-17 season. Ironically, Bowling Green is head coach Brett Punchard’s alma mater ... The loss to Stouffville marked the second in a row to a team mired at the bottom of its conference.

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Word Play: “We know what we are and that is we just don’t generate a lot of offence,” said Punchard. “That means we have to outwork other teams. We’d probably have a very good record if we could score more than two goals per game.”

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“I’ve been around hockey long enough to see if things unravel what can happen,” said Thomson. “I just didn’t see it coming back together. I’ve taken the knowledge I’ve gained over my years in the NHL and made a gut and brain decision today.”

Thomson also noted players’ concerns about ice-time distribution.

“It’s also about bench management,” said Thomson. “Guys were playing 30 minutes and not able to make the plays at the end of games. Four of our five (regulation time) losses we gave away. I had a players meeting and they were saying it was just too much.”

Thomson also pointed out players’ parents were concerned about their investment in team fees that were seeing low returns for their money in terms of ice time.

“Mark is a very, very good and prepared coach,” said Thomson. “It’s not at all about his ability as a coach.”

Joslin, who was an assistant coach for the Tigers in their 2007 Royal Bank Cup championship season, declined to comment when contacted Tuesday night and again Wednesday morning.

He has also been a head coach for the Stouffville Spirit, Pickering Panthers and North York Rangers.

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Owner Jim Thomson confirmed the hiring of Milne by text message.

Milne was an assistant under former head coach and general manager James Richmond until an ownership group fronted by Jim Thomson purchased the Tigers.

Milne, who was also part of the 2004 Royal Bank Cup national champions under Marty Williamson, takes over a Tigers team that has started the season at 6-5-0-2 and sits second in the North Division standings.

He replaces Mark Joslin who was released from his duties as head coach Tuesday afternoon.

Joslin also brought RBC-winning experience as a member of the Tigers as an assistant coach in the 2007 championship drive.

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When the Newmarket Soccer Club was looking to fill its technical director vacancy, experience had to be part of the package.

Newly appointed Rick Morandini fits the bill.

Morandini was a groundbreaker when he joined the Oakville Soccer Club in the mid1990s as head coach, becoming the first person paid to perform that role for an Ontario soccer club.

Holder of a National A license, he has since performed similar roles at soccer clubs in Barrie, Toronto, where he is currently technical director, and Scarborough, so there is plenty of track record.

In short, he oozes experience.

Morandini follows Jason Beckford, who was hired by the club in 2012.

Beckford is a former player for Manchester City who recently was hired for the technical director post at the Kleinburg Nobleton Soccer Club.

“Rick is one of those guys totally organized; totally involved,” said Hanson. “He has a tremendous reputation out there. We knew he was the right guy when we targeted him.

“We want to develop our technical staff the same way we have organized coaches, players and referees and make our technical staff as good as we can get.”

Morandini will be flanked by associ-

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ate technical directors Tina Cook and Paul Smith.

Cook, a former player at Graceland University in Iowa, is a native of Beeton and currently an assistant coach with the women’s varsity team at Ryerson University.

Smith has been with the club on an onand-off basis in various capacities for more than four years, including technical duties.

“My role is to provide leadership, but eventually allow them to do what I do,” said Morandini, who recently moved to Keswick from Rama Township. “In this case, it is me providing technical leadership and mentorship and hopefully turning over the reigns to them.”

The NSC aimed to hire an individual that can help in the present and future. It seems to have met those criteria in Morandini, who ascended as a player to the National Soccer League, primarily with Toronto Italia.

The 65-year-old is a master learning facilitator for the Ontario Soccer Association.

“It’s a fit for me because I’m passionate about helping young coaches,” said Morandini, who recently moved to Keswick. “It fits for the club because it got an experienced guy who has been in this position before.

“I’ve been here only 10 days, but I’ve noticed the club is set up quite well internally.”

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High school football dodges tackles – but for how long?

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ot to hasten the sacking of high school football in York Region, but its downward trend is difficult to ignore.

Similar tales of woe have been told in various forms over the years – some in this space, in fact – but the urgency factor seems to be ratcheted up an extra notch this time.

Without a vast re-think, there exists no long-term certainty for the traditional fall sport that, at participating schools, helps usher in the school year and is regarded as a spirit starter. The notion that school doesn’t really start until the first kickoff and sis-boom-bahs echo in the chilled air of autumn still thrives in some corners of the region.

In a good year, and strictly by the numbers, 10, maybe 11 schools field football teams. This season, just nine of 50 York Region Athletic Association member schools are trotting out squads.

Twice in three weeks games have been forfeited – Woodbridge College folded its program on the eve of the season openers and again last week the Markham Marauders couldn’t field a team, apparently due to injuries.

Football schools enjoyed a much higher concentration level

on the high school sports landscape when fewer schools existed.

Nine schools is not a bad number, although down from 11 in 2014.

The trouble is, only four schools present the critical package of senior and junior teams.

That is the number that threatens football’s future at the highschool level.

Gripping football by its facemask is a lack of coaching depth.

Without participants in that vital area, schools cannot field junior teams, and thereby set a solid groundwork for the future.

Varsity is a short-term fix that is not conducive to a solid and grounded program. It merely masks deeper issues and delays the inevitable.

Some think football is doomed.

Truthfully, the sport could exist with as few as four solid programs, but that’s the bare minimum number in order to host a purely York Region league.

Ironically, as the state of football teeters, York Region is also home to one of the elite programs in the province in the Huron Heights Warriors.

The love’em-or-hate’em Warriors are what they are, but if all schools operating programs could be more like Huron Heights, what

John Cudmore Cuddy Shark a product football could be in York Region.

Ultimately, the day probably may come that football becomes a sport that sees York schools team up with Durham or Peel counterparts to form a league. Beyond that concept, forming some model of a super league with top-end schools in the province participating is a longer shot option.

There are, naturally, myriad issues, ranging from administrative headaches to rules blocking that concept, but if football is to have a future at all, it may be the only route.

Heated rivalry York Simcoe Express faithful

should have a considerable interest in one of the most heated rivalries in the National Hockey League.

The Battle of Alberta will feature a couple of notable alumni from the local triple-A program you may have heard about – Edmonton Oiler Connor McDavid and Calgary Flame Sam Bennett – when their teams hook up for the first time Oct. 17 in Calgary – barring injury, of course.

McDavid, of course, was the first pick in the NHL draft this season. Bennett was chosen fourth overall in 2014 and, although sidelined much of last season with a shoulder injury, returned to action in time for the Stanley Cup playoffs.

The former Express teammates helped the organization win an Ontario Hockey Federation title at the peewee level before eventually leaving to join the Toronto Marlies over the ensuing two seasons.

Crazy days It’s no easy trick assembling a league schedule to appease 22 teams.

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through Sunday.

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Had the re-scheduling of a Sept.

12 game for Saturday night last weekend against the Markham Royals stuck, it would have been five straight days of games for the Tigers, including back-to-back weekend dates against the North Division-leading Royals.

“It’s crazy. Honestly, it doesn’t make any sense,” said Tigers head coach Mark Joslin last week, before being sacked by the club. “They say every team is getting a five-inseven and four-in-five, so there is no sense complaining about it, but it’s not fair to the kids, never mind the potential for injuries.”

Ironically, the Tigers also face the three-in-three combo on four occasions from now until the end of the season.

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I love coming up with creative ways for my residents to have more fun!

Kelly Your NDP Candidate for Newmarket-Aurora

BRENDA, LIFESTYLE & PROGRAM MANAGER WORKING AT CHARTWELL SINCE 2003.

On October 19th A Vote for Yvonne Kelly is a Vote for: Improved services you rely on: better health care, stronger pensions, affordable childcare.

Environmental protections and the growth of an innovative green energy sector.

Creation of good, middle-class jobs through hiring incentives for small businesses.

Investments in affordable housing so everyone has a decent place to call home.

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• Experienced Community Leader • Married twenty years - Mother of five and grandmother of two • Social Worker and Small Business Owner • Outspoken Advocate for Affordable Housing, Adequate Incomes and Public Healthcare • Board Member of the Social Planning Council of York Region • Employed by York Region District School Board as a Community Resource Facilitator.

“Canadians are ready for change. Families are working harder and falling further behind.

It doesn’t have to be this way. Tom Mulcair and the NDP have a concrete plan to improve the things that matter to all of us in Newmarket-Aurora. With your support, we’ll bring change to Ottawa.”

- Yvonne Kelly, NDP candidate for Newmarket-Aurora

Make us part of your story.

197 Prospect St., Newmarket 289-366-3691 *Conditions may apply.

Yvonne Kelly

NDP Candidate for Newmarket-Aurora Yvonne.Kelly@ndp.ca /yvonnekellyndp @NA_NDP (289) 470-1327 • YvonneKelly.ndp.ca Campaign Office located at 194 Main Street South, Newmarket, L3Y 3Z2

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BIGGS’ GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING

www.biggsartandframing.com

15165 Yonge Street 905 727-6308

Aurora (just South of Wellington, East Side)

T C E L E RELOIS

BROWN Newmarket-Aurora

289-366-1566

www.votelois.ca info@votelois.ca

Authorized by the Financial Agent for Lois Brown

CONSERVATIVE PLAN for the Next Mandate Keep the federal budget balanced

Create another 1.3 million new, well-paying jobs by 2020 Provide new tax relief and benefits to families and seniors Lower taxes on small businesses and workers Add 700,000 new homeowners by 2020

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Houses for Sale

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HOMESELLERS Find out what homes down the street sold for!

Free computerized list w/pics of area home sales and current listings.

Red oak & Maple.

SPECIAL 1/2 price.

Please call 905-478-4590, 905-252-2624

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SEASONED FIREWOOD FOR SALE 705-722-1634

R.W. Todd & Cassandra Eves, Sales Representatives; RE/MAX Village Realty Inc.

HOMESELLERS

FIREWOOD Available in face cords & bush cords.

Delivery available.

Call (905)836-7600

Find out what the homes around YOU sold for.

Free computerized list with pictures of area home sales and current listings.

Register at:

www.YourAreaReport.com Courtesy Diane Priest, Sales Rep, Re/Max Realtron Realty Inc. Brokerage.

Independently owned and operated.

905-715-2762 Real Estate Misc./Services

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Pet Supplies/ Boarding/Service

$294K - $501K

FREE List with pics, addresses, & details Register at:

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Antiques & Collectibles

Antiques & Collectibles

FREE PROFESSIONAL appraisal and/or purchase of your collectibles. Realize today's prices for your valuables. Old toys, collectibles, trading cards, etc.

Online and international sales expertise. Established in York Region since 1989.

Vern Strom 905-252-8376,itsadeal@hotmail.com Articles for Sale (Misc.)

Articles for Sale (Misc.)

FREE CATALOGUE FROM HALFORD’S!!

Over 4000 products: BUTCHER SUPPLIES, LEATHER & CRAFT SUPPLIES, TRAPS and WILDLIFE CONTROL PRODUCTS. 1-800-353-7864, email: order@halfordhide.com.

Visit www.halfordsmailorder.com Notices (Public)

Notices (Public)

NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF UNWRITTEN LEASE FOR NON PAYMENT OF RENT Take Notice any and all property including vehicles left at 15036 Woodbine Ave. (LOT19 CON.3 Whitchurch- Stouffville) by Roger Nice/ Nice Landscaping/ Nice Land Enterprises/ and any unauthorized subtenants including Unique Auto Service will be removed and sold or disposed of in lieu of rental arrears and vacant possession will be take by the landlord effective D e ce m b e r 1 s t, 2 0 1 5 . R ichard Calver t, 905-841-9142.

Pet Supplies/ Boarding/Service

LOVING HOME- dog sitting, overnight s ta y s . B a th i n g a n d w a l k i n g a l s o available. Vet assistant experience.

Inquiries welcome. Call Debbie (905)960-7320

YORK REGION HOME HUNTERS Free List of Distressed, Unclaimed, Abandoned, & Fixer-Upper Homes All need cosmetic work only

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Auctions & Sales

Auctions & Sales

AUCTION SALE

Wednesday, October 21 @ 6:30pm

POLLARDS AUCTION BARN

2 1/2 mi. E. of Keswick, 24190 Kennedy Rd. 15 mi. N. of Newmarket, off Woodbine Ave. (Watch for signs) Complete line of Household furniture, Antiques pcs., collectables & tools.

Check the web site for more updates & photos, go to www.pollardsauctions.com Terms: Cash, Cheque, Visa, MC, Interac 10% Buyers Premium POLLARDS AUCTIONS & APPRAISAL SERVICES

905-722-3112 SUTTON 905-476-5160 www.pollardsauctions.com

*Over 45 yrs. exp., certified personal property appraisers*

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

SCRAP CARS CALL ME!!!

7 days a week!

Mini vans ~ Autos ~ Trucks Picked up.

Top scrap prices paid!!!

905-960-6621 $100-$10,000 Cash 4 Cars Dead or alive Same day Fast FREE Towing 416-831-7399

CASH PAID $0-$2,500.

Scrap & repairable. Cars, trucks, trailers.

Will pick-up.

(905)775-4935.

Toll-free: 1-888-484-4887. Anytime.

A FREE TOW for your scrap car or truck and cash paid.

(905)775-1018 or (905)836-2100 Building Equipment/ Materials

Building Equipment/ Materials

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS UP TO 60% OFF! 30x40, 40x60, 50x80, 60x100, 80x100 sell for balance owed!

Call: 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Call us if you need a ride to the polls! www.votelois.ca | 289-366-1566 | info@votelois.ca

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www.yorkregion.com Tutoring

Tutoring

CARING, UNDERSTANDING, experienced teacher available to tutor Grades 1-8, ESL, Special Ed. (905)898-1624 Child Care Wanted

Child Care Wanted

WANTED ASAP: Childcare giver. Private home. Optional accommodation is available at no charge on a live-in basis. This is not a condition of employment. Email resume to: leslievan16@yahoo.com

Domestic Help Available

Domestic Help Available

DO YOU need a cleaning lady?

Honest, hardworking. Enjoys cleaning.

Same clients for over 20 years.

Judith: (905)713-2727 Mortgages/Loans

Mortgages/Loans

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right n o w. R a t e s s t a r t a t P r i m e . E q u i t y counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

CALL ANYTIME 1-800-814-2578 or 905-361-1153.

Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

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CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com

Legal Services

Legal Services

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don't let your past limit your career plans!

Since 1989 Confidential, Fast Affordable - A+ BBB Rating EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM Call for FREE INFO BOOKLET 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) www.RemoveYourRecord.com CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian Record Suspension (Criminal pardon) seals record. American waiver allows legal entry.

Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation, peace of mind?

Free consultation: 1-800-347-2540

Cleaning/Janitorial

Cleaning/Janitorial

EXCELLENT HOUSEKEEPING By Rita.

Residential/ Offices/ 1 Time Cleaning.

Handy Person

Handy Person

MOE FIXIT Inc. Handyman. Emergency services. General repair/ maintenance.

Remodelling. Plumbing. Painting.

Installation. Flooring. Drywall. Honey-Do List, etc. Call Moe 416-841-8607

Home Renovations

Home Renovations

MK CREATIVE RENOVATIONS Basement Finishing, Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, Flooring, Tiles, Paint, Plumbing, Electrical, Moulding, Carpentry Mike: 416-885-8585 www.mkcrenovations.com

HANDYMAN No job too big or too small. Certified electrician, plumbing, tiles, hardwood, laminate, ceramic. Call Alex 905-252-0804, 905-252-0388 Office.

HOME RENO. 25 years exp. Basement. Kitchen.

Bathroom. Drywall. Painting.

Call Cam 647-388-1866 www.hongfuconstruction.com Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

PROFESSIONAL GARDENER:(NO GRASS CUTTING) FALL CLEAN UP, PUT YOUR GARDEN TO REST Create a garden. Garden clean up. Hedge trimming, pruning, edging, weeding, planting.

SEASONAL CONTRACTS. 905-989-0578, 905-806-4457(C) henna@hennasgarden.com

Moving & Storage

Moving & Storage

A-PARRIS MOVERS Long/short, big/small, residential/ condos/ commercial. Quality service. Affordable/ reliable. 905-758-2848, 416-677-2848 www.parrismovers.ca Lost & Found

Lost & Found

Share your news with family and friends online and in print!

FOUND ON London Newmarket on Thursday October 8th.

Small black bag containing baby stroller cover and umbrellas.

Call 905-895-0000 to identify.

Handy Person

Handy Person

KEITH'S FALL CLEAN-UP Specializing in: Eavestrough Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Tree Pruning, Garden Clean-Up, Interior Painting, Caulking Windows & Doors, Small I n t e r i o r R e n o v a t i o n s , L e a f p i c k u p . Fre e Estimates!!! Call Keith at 647-669-9105.

Thorough Dusting, Vacuuming, Bathroom/ Kitchen Sanitizing. Deep Cleaning. Great Rates. Experienced.

Free Estimates. (905)252-8610

Flooring & Carpeting

Flooring & Carpeting

CARPET INSTALLED from $1.29/sq.ft. includes pad. Hardwood, Laminate, Ceramic at low prices. 22+ yrs experience.

Free Estimates. No HST! 416-834-1834 Appliances

Appliances

WATER SOFTENER Kenmore Ultrasoft 400 water softener $250 905-775-4329

To highlight your

Home Improvement Business call

1-800-743-3353

Call us at

1-800-743-3353 and we’ll show you how!

Your Region, Thursday, Oct 15, 2015

Classifieds

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Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is dedicated to providing all persons who identify as women and their children shelter, support and information so they can take steps towards ending abuse in their lives.

Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is dedicated to providing all persons who identify as women We are seeking Volunteer Board Members who are committed to supporting and their children shelter, support and information so they can take steps towards ending abuse in their lives. quality service in a feminist, woman-centred organization.

In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of We are seeking Volunteer Board Members who are committed to supporting York Region, we encourage applications from all women.

quality service in a feminist, woman-centred organization.

In keepingWe with our ongoing to promote and reflect the diversity of are currently seekingefforts women who have talent equity and demonstrated leadership in the following areas: York Region, we encourage applications from all women. 

Violence against Women Services

We arecurrently seeking women Management who have talent and demonstrated leadership Accounting and Financial  Fundraising and Marketing in the following areas: 

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Participate in Sandgate’s public events throughout the year

 Violence against Women Services Participation and commitment in Sandgate’s Board of Directors involves:  Accounting and Financial Management Attendingand and Marketing participating in monthly board meetings  ďƒź Fundraising Active involvement in at least one Board Committee  ďƒź Business Participation and commitment in Sandgate’s Board of Directors involves: Please submit your letter of intent in confidence to: ďƒź Attending and participating in monthly board meetings president@sandgate.ca or fax to 905-722-8416 ďƒź Active involvement in at least one Board Committee ďƒź Participate in Sandgate’s public events throughout the year

Please submit your letter of intent in confidence to: president@sandgate.ca or fax to 905-722-8416

SHOBERRY’S SHOBERRY’S DAYCARE 2 DAYCARE CENTRES CENTRE 14 HIGH STREET 26995 Highway 48 SUTTON, ONL0E L0E 1R0 SUTTON, ON 1R0 905-722-5693

905-722-7715

We are looking for energetic, nurturing and creative toajoin our We are looking for anindividuals individual to ďŹ ll permanent, childcare team.

full time position in our infant program.

Permanent full time position available in person must be energetic, nurturing, theThis infant program.

Permanent part time lead kindergarten RECE or equivalent (full creative and responsive. time on all school closures)

The successful candidate will hold an R.E.C.E. Candidates must hold and RECE Certificate or equivalent, the ability toCollege pass aof CertiďŹ cate in good standing with the vulnerable sector screening.

E.C.E.’s, have a valid up to date V.S.S. and a current copy of immunizations.

Competitive wages.

Fax Resume to Fax resume to 905-722-3740 905-722-5345 Or email Or email shoberry@rogers.com shoberry@rogers.com

A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE Success in real estate sales requires proper training and management support.

Learn more about how you can make it to the top at our next CENTURY 21ÂŽ Career Session --no experience required, just ambition!

Call now for a reserved seat: 905-883-8300 or 416-798-3600 x5100

NOW HIRING AZ LOCAL STEEL

F/T days. new equip.

Up to $25, OT after 44, wkly pd.

2 yrs min, clean record searches.

AZ HWY LINE HAUL

18 - AZ, FTL. New equipment, 50c p/m + drops. 1yr min, clean record searches.

AZ LOCAL

8 F/T AZ "no touch". New equipment. $1300+ weekly. All shifts.

1yr min, clean record searches.

JOB POSTING JOB TITLE: Mailperson- Casual Part-Time BUSINESS UNIT: Aurora, ON THE OPPORTUNITY: York Region Media Group, a division of Metroland Media Group, is currently looking to fill a casual part-time Mailperson position for the Aurora Warehouse, working up to 19 hours a week. Reporting to the Mailroom Supervisor, the Mailperson is responsible for manually inserting flyer packages into the newspaper for distribution. In addition, he/she will be responsible for manually counting flyers with the use of a scale.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Counting/ Inserting of flyers • Placing counted flyers on rollers • Lifting flyer bundles to and from pallets • Inserting flyer packages into newspaper • Perform manual material handling • Days fluctuate seasonally based on insert/ flyer volume • Complete all duties in accordance with our Health and Safety policies and the Occupational Health and Safety Act • Other duties as assigned WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment with strong attention to detail • Ability to remain alert and maintain a high level of concentration • Must have own transportation If working for a highly energized, competitive team is your ideal environment, please email your resume to derhardt@yrmg.com by October 30, 2015.

Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.

Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CUSTOMER SERVICE/ ORDER PROCESSING

Consumer product manufacturer requires confident, flexible individual. Duties include: order processing, A/R, and misc. duties.

Good computer skills required.

Position is full time for 1 year to fill in for a maternity leave. Salary commensurate with experience.

Hours 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday.

Apply in person to: Envirogard Products Ltd., 446 Major Mackenzie Dr. E., Unit 6, Richmond Hill, ON Email resume to: info@rainfresh.ca

Senior Accountant Primary responsibilities: • Planning and executing assurance and accounting engagements. • Preparation of ďŹ nancial statements and tax returns for a variety of businesses and not-for-proďŹ t enterprises • Preparation of personal tax returns Successful candidate will have: • Accounting designation • Minimum two years of public accounting • Experience with Caseware and ProďŹ le an asset OfďŹ ce Clerk Responsibilities include: • Reception including answering phones and greeting clients • Schedule and assign workow to staff • Assist with administrative tasks as required Successful candidate will have:

NEW! FREE tutoring for licensing courses.

Inquire at Career session!

Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL

Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. GPS Training.

Funding options.

Already have experience?

Need certification proof?

Call 1-866-399-3853 or iheschool.com

ACCOUNT MANAGER

required for outside sales for local plastics company.

Salary plus commission Please forward resume to: plasticsemployment@gmail.com CARLING PROPANE requires

DZ DRIVER

Bulk/cylinder truck delivery.

Previous experience an asset.

Clean abstract and knowledge of York Region and Greater Toronto Area.

Fax resume to: 905-952-0155 Or apply in person at: 19752 Holland Landing Road

paul@transwaydriverservices.com 905-565-8336 fax 905-565-8993

Please email resumes to connie@lipchitz.ca

Winter Maintenance Staff required from November 15th-April 15th

LOADER/TRACTOR OPERATORS SNOW PLOW BROKERS SNOW PLOW OPERATORS SALT TRUCK OPERATORS SIDEWALK SNOW SHOVELLERS Competitive rates. Must be reliable.

Call: 905-478-8480 or email: jennings@bell.net

We IMMEDIATELY require a School Crossing Guard in Aurora Gateway & Earl Stewart/Birkshire Drive We also require paid back-up crossing guards.

Please call us today at: 905-737-1600

Meat/ Food Processor is hiring • Production Help for Sausage Kitchen • Packaging Help • Cleaner/Material Handler

Available asap. Will train. gourmetsausage@bellnet.ca or fax to (905)727-1019

info@pursuitcourier.com or call 416-602-6456

Uniform Basics in Aurora is seeking responsible SALES PERSON. Full-time position available immediately. Must have retail &/ or cash experience.

Email office@uniformbasics.com Canadian Tire Keswick

Positions available:

• Part time Hardware • Part time Auto parts Experience preferred.

Please email: canadiantirekeswick @hotmail.com

COUNTERTOP FABRICATION Post Formed Laminate Cutting Station requires Fabrication Associate to join its team. Job involves gluing, assembling, sanding, trimming, filing, cleaaning to a customer's drawing, and heavy lifting. Full Time.

Email: h_r@countertopmagic.ca

BAKERY MIXERS

COURIER OWNER OPERATORS

Same day service needed in Barrie, Alliston, Bradford for delivery and pickups to be completed by 7pm.

Experienced drivers with vans preferred 100% service of route required FT, Mon-Fri. Competitive pay

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines • Flexibility to work additional hours if required

PREP/KITCHEN/ CUSTOMER HELP

required part time, evenings and Saturdays. Start immediately.

Email resume: newmarket@supperworks.com

Classifieds

required for fast-paced commercial bakery plant in Aurora.

Experience an asset but we will train the right candidate.

Must be able to lift a maximum of 40 kgs. and be highly organized.

Email resume: info@treasuremills.com

ADULT CARRIERS NEEDED

Rain date Sun Oct 18, same time.

See on line add for more details 10/17/2015 8am-3pm

Mid century furniture, collectibles, antiques, tools, kitchenware etc.

Something for everyone!

For details / pictures visit www.sellmystuffcanada.com

Antiques, Power Tools, Hand tools, Furniture, Patio furniture, Framed Art, Pool Table and more.

LARGE CONTENT SALE: 83 Walton Drive, Aurora, L4G 3K2

CONTENTS SALE Saturday, October 17 9am ~ 2pm 892 Bosworth Court Newmarket

Want to get your business noticed?

Call 1-800-743-3353 to plan your advertising campaign today!

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Lawn Maintenance / Snow Clearing Employee Lawn maintenance company in Richmond Hill specializing in residential and multi-residential condominiums, seeks full time, year round employee starting immediately. Benefits.

Guaranteed winter salary.

Experience an asset.

For door-to-door newspaper delivery 1 day per week.

Reliable vehicle required Call 1-855-853-5613 ext. 8

SWB Insurance Brokers Ltd. in Newmarket

is seeking a new member for our

RENEWAL TEAM

Candidates will be RIBO licenced and have a minimum of two years experience in the insurance industry.

Responsibilities include reviewing insurance policy renewals, contacting clients, requoting and remarketing.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Please submit your resume to:

info@swbins.com

EQUIPMENT OPERATORS, SNOW SHOVELLERS, & SHOVEL BROKERS for commercial routes in Markham & GTA area.

Competitive pay packages.

Call 905-472-4842 Fax: 905-470-8426 Email: info@aboutmps.com

Markham Property Services Ltd.

P/T EVENING RECEPTIONIST

needed at busy rehab clinic in Newmarket.

Must have flexible hours. Must have good communication skills.

905-895-2675.

Respond to: abotham@yorkrehab.com

Busy automotive repair shop requires

Part Time Supply Assistant Teacher

or fax it to

PART TIME DRIVER

to deliver parts in company pick-up truck, Mondays & Tuesdays 8am-5pm. Must be familiar with GTA. Apply in person: York Spring & Radiator Service, 60 Industrial Pkwy. N., Aurora Live-In Caregiver/Housekeeper

Hard working individual required to assist and care for elderly woman. Must menu plan, grocery shop and be a good cook, clean and housekeep for family. Live-in Monday to Friday. Must have drivers licence, critical thinking/ decision making, job task planning and organizing req'd.

Fluent in English required.

Email: resume@superiorlogistical.com

HELP WANTED

needed for

The Moppett School Childcare Centre (Yonge & Davis area)

Standard First Aid CPR required.

Email or fax resume to: kimberley.houle@edukids.ca 905-898-0225

MECHANIC

Experienced small engine mechanic required for busy John Deere dealership. valid driver's license and own tools required.

Competitive wages and benefits.

Call 905-640-2692, or email: wbrown@hutchinsonfarmsupply.com

MILLWRIGHT

for lifting boats and other duties.

APPLY IN PERSON ONLY To Albert's Marina 21019 Bathurst St. North, River Drive Park

Ability to inspect, troubleshoot and identify problems with pumps, compressors, hydraulic/pneumatic systems & conveyor systems. Welding experience required. Good knowledge of Ontario Regulations & Standards required. Industrial Millwright Mechanic Ontario Provincial License (433A) required.

Email resume to: krysta.steffan@ca.crh.com

Full time DENTAL ASSISTANT

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BY CHRIS TRABER of a civic hero, and wedeacon are very forKazimierz Chomko his life as a soldier, and cy, however, lives on.ended “Mr. Chomko has taken thetransstory ctraber@yrmg.com tunate for the contributions he has Oct. 3 at age 103.

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When the Second War broke, out he World served When the Second ful example ofsense volunteerism,� as his friends knew him, enhances our of civic Racco, who nominated him pride.� forsaid left home keep accounts for his World Warto broke out, he became served as Ward 4 Councillor Sandra Yeung a tank police officer.

Second Chomko a true ambasthe“Mr. award. “He is is dedicated to a tank War as broke, outtroop he served aunt, who ran aWhen cafe inthe Czerna Biaa troop commander with the Racco, who nominated him forhelpWorld War broke out, heheserved as sador for peace and he is wonderimproving the community by lystock, in Army, the east of Poland.

Kaz, Canadian where made the award. “He is dedicated to said commander with the asthe a tank troop When Second World a pact tank troophis commander with the ful of volunteerism,� ingexample students develop their literacy as his friends knew a with menhim, to killbecame no one, improving the community by helpCanadian Army, wherethe heSecond made Ward 4 Councillor Sandra Yeung skills and he uses his message of a police When but onlyofficer. take prisoners.

Canadian commander the War broke, Army, outwith he where served ing students develop their a pact with his men killserved nowas one, Racco, who nominated him for peace to motivate others toliteracy remain World War broke out,to he as Twice during the war, he skills and he uses hiscivic message but only take prisoners. he made a Army, pacttroop with his Canadian where the award. “He is in dedicated to of as a tank actively involved life.� a tank troop captured andcommander escaped. with the peace toaward motivate others toannuremain TwiceCarling’s during war, he was improving theiscommunity by helpThe presented Canadian Army, the where he made Anna book about Kaz’s men to kill nowith one, but he made a pact withthe his commander actively involved in from civic life.� captured and ing develop their literacy ally students to one resident each of a pact with hisescaped. men toYour kill no one, war years, titled Drop WeapThe award is presented annuCarling’s book about Kaz’s skills and he uses his message of Vaughan’s five wards.

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Thelife.� awards prisoners. ons — theNot Kazwanting ChomkotoStory, was heonly madetake a pact with his actively involved in civic captured and escaped. ment and individual contributions birthday. return to recognize outstanding achievepublished in 2011, for Kaz’s 100th Thecommunity. award is presented annuAnna Carling’s book about to the a communist Poland after the Kaz’s war, men to kill no one, but ment individual contributions birthday. wanting to return to Kazimierz Chomko. allyKaz toand one residentby from eachsons, of In 2014, the Civic Hero Award war years,Not titled Drop Your Weapis survived his two Kaz immigrated to Canada, where to the community. a communist Poland after the war, Vaughan’s five wards.and Theby awards only take prisoners. for Ward 4 was presented to Kaz ons — the Kaz Chomko Story, was Richard and Robert, their he first worked near Richmond Hill Kazimierz Chomko.

In 2014, the Civic He Hero Award KazElisabeth is survived byLisa, his two Kaza immigrated to for Canada, where recognize outstanding achieveby Vaughan council. was recpublished in 2011, Kaz’s 100th wives, and andsons, as farm labourer. disadvantaged girls. Later, Doris skilled carpenter, he built a house, for Ward 4 was presented to Kaz Richard and Robert, and by their he first worked near Richmond Hill ment and individual ognized for his leadership, peacebirthday.

Notsold wanting to returnto to Later, he life insurance their children, Sylvia,contributions Erik, Jonaalso retired and joined him at barn and garage for the family, all by Vaughan council.

He was recwives, Elisabeth and Lisa, and ascommunist a farm disadvantaged girls.

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Northern was Marygrove in Penetanguishene. than, Katrina, Sarah, Dominic and of which stand today. ognized forhis histime leadership, peaceLater, hetime sold to life insurance to their children, Sylvia, Erik, JonaKazimierz Chomko. alsoItretired and joined himwhen at barn garage theand family, all 2014, the Civic Hero Award Kaz is and survived by his two sons, Kaz immigrated ismInduring as a soldier in during that heCanada, met his where wife, was during this time In and 1967, whenfor a fall injury Theresa, great-grandchildren making and community volunteerloggers in Northern Ontario.

It was Marygrove in Penetanguishene. than, Katrina, Sarah, Dominic and which stand today. for Ward 4 was presented to Kaz Richard and Robert, and by their he firstwho worked Richmond Hill of the Polish Army, under the CanaDoris, wasnear teaching in Timthe Toronto Archdiocese started a meant he could no longer conRebecca and Jessica. ism during his time as soldier ina Theresa, during time met his It was to during this time when In 1967, when fall and and great-grandchildren by Vaughan council.

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Katrina, Dominic and of stand today.and devote Ontarioin between Whitby andItAjax, “Kazimierz Chomko isvolunteeran indihelped himin with his studies and Hewhich decided to retire mond Hill andSarah, his body was movedhe to grew a small farm Lake deacon and community volunteer. encouraged Kaz to participate and Oshawa, where Kaz sold real estate.

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It is with great sadness that our family wants you to know that Jean died on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 12, 2015. In her 99th year, she was the wife for 72 years of Walter, mother of Kathie, Ann (Ross), and Jim, grandmother of Geniesha (Dan), Nancy (Paul), Emma (Phillip) and Lydia (Mike), and greatgrandmother of Sarah, Evie, William, Rejeanne, Mila, Freya, Ayla, Alaia and Aries. Jean was predeceased by her parents, William and Fanny Moffat and her siblings Alan, Douglas and Frances.

She was born in Toronto and also lived in the communities of Agincourt, Aurora and Newmarket. Many summers were spent at the cottage on Lake Simcoe. Prior to her marriage Jean was an Elementary School Teacher. She was a member of Knox United Church, Agincourt and Aurora United Church and was active in the United Church Women's groups there. She volunteered for many years at Southlake Regional Health Centre. Jean will be especially remembered for her smile, her quiet strength, her lemon and pumpkin pies and her love of ice cream.

We have been so blessed to have had Jean in our lives.

Many thanks go to the staff at Eagle Terrace Long Term Care Centre for their care and compassion, with a special thank you to Jean's caregiver, Liz Zinn.

Jean's funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 16, 2015 at York Pines United Church, 3150 Lloydtown-Aurora Road, Kettleby, with a reception afterwards. Interment will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements made through the Thompson Funeral Home, Aurora.

PUFFER, John Harold (Born in Toronto on June 27, 1944)

Passed away peacefully, at home, on Sunday, October 11, 2015 in his 71st year.

Loving husband of Betty Puffer for 47 years. Beloved father of Johnny Puffer, Lisa Kirk and Jason Kirk, and proud grandfather of Taylor Kirk.

Survived by his sisters Carol Kirkpatrick and Rose Trautman.

Family and friends are invited to Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket for visitation on Thursday, October 15, 2015 from 12-2 p.m. followed by a memorial service in the chapel at 2 p.m. Interment at Newmarket Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

CRUICKSHANK, George Passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside at age 91 on Thursday, October 8th, 2015.

Predeceased by Audrey, his loving wife of 62 years, in 2010. Wonderful father to Scott (Jean), Julie (Jim), Mark (Jocelyn) and Carole (Kevin).

Loving grandfather to Noel, Melissa, Hope, Kristyn, Sam and Hanna. Great-grandfather to Eve, Sophie and Liam.

Vi s i t a t i o n w i l l b e h e l d a t Tr i n i t y Anglican Church, 79 Victoria Street, Aurora, on Friday, October 16, 2015 from 1-2 p.m. A funeral service will immediately follow, for those who wish to attend, from 2-3 p.m. with light refreshments afterwards.

Our family wishes to express their appreciation to the caring staff at E l g i n w o o d L o n g Te r m C a r e f o r being home to Dad since 2012.

Please, no flowers, but donations could be made in George Cruickshank's name to Alzheimer's S o c i e t y o f Yo r k R e g i o n o r t h e Trinity Anglican Endowment Fund.

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The Tremain and Neller families would like to thank all of their family, friends and co-workers for all the support they have given us after the sudden passing of our beloved Christopher on May 27, 2015.

To all of Christopher's PWS family and t o a l l t h e To w n o f N e w m a r k e t employees, we are so grateful for all your support.

Thank you to everyone who made donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the trust fund set up for Christopher's precious sons Matthew and Nicholas.

Ken, Ellen, Val, Ken & Kyle, Matthew & Nicholas, Kelly, Pete & Lynda.

HODGES, E.E.G. "Betsie" (nee Toms) Peacefully, on Oct. 6, 2015 at the age of 94, with her family by her side.

Beloved wife of the late Alf (2003).

Loving mother of John Hodges and Jamie (Lee) Hodges. Dear Grandma of Chris, Tyler, and Kyle. Dear sister of Barbara (late John) Carew-Fisher of Taunton, Somerset, England. Betsie was a long time member of the Ladies Guild of St. George's Anglican Church, and served in the WRNS in WWII. At her request, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. In memory of Betsie, donations to the Arthritis Society of Ontario would be appreciated. You may leave your condolences online at www.victoriagreenlawnfuneral.ca

MAINPRIZE, Joan Elizabeth August 29th, 1930 - October 10th, 2015 On October 10th, 2015 Joan Elizabeth Mainprize in her 86th year peacefully passed away at Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital with family at her side.

Beloved daughter of late Lorne and late Eldred Mainprize. Dear sister of late Paul (late Judy) and Glenn (Daphne). Loving aunt to Steven Mainprize (Sherry), Patricia Mainprize McCarthy, Greg Mainprize (Ruth), Janice Runza (Reverend John), Craig Mainprize and Anne Di Tommaso (John). Fondly remembered by her great nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Mt. Albert United Church, 41 Alice St., for visitation on Friday, October 16th, 2015 from 10 a.m. until the time of a funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment Mt. Albert Cemetery.

Special thanks to the caregivers at Leacock Care Centre and the nurses of Soldiers 1 Unit at O.S.M.H. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health). Arrangements entrusted to Skwarchuk Funeral Home, Mt. Albert.

LANG, Anne Passed away peacefully with family and friends by her side on Tuesday, October 13, 2015.

Dedicated wife and life-long partner to Paul (2004). Loving mother to her children and their spouses Shelly, R u t h a n d J o e , P a u l a n d S k y l a r.

Cherished grandmother to Dean and Maimuna, Joshua, Jared, and Liam and great-grandmother to Isha. Anne will be remembered by her large extended family and many friends.

She was dedicated to caring for others throughout her life.

Visitation will be held at the TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME - NEWMARKET CHAPEL, 524 Davis Dr., 905-898-2100 on Friday, October 16 from 2:00-4:00pm & 6:00-8:00pm.

A Funeral Mass will take place at St. John Chrysostom Catholic Parish, 432 Ontario St., Newmarket, on Saturday, October 17 at 11:00am.

Donations in memory of Anne may be made to St, John Chrysostom Parish or the Alzheimer Society.

Online condolences may be left at taylorfh.ca

BAKER, Randy Thomas

Passed away peacefully at home in Keswick on Sunday, October 11, 2015, in his 54th year.

Beloved husband of Karen Bilyj.

L o v i n g f a t h e r o f R o b e r t B a k e r, R a y m o n d B a k e r, C h r i s t e n B i l y j , Lindsey Bilyj (Jim) and Peter Bilyj (Shannan). Cherished grandfather of Nolan Harrington, Andrea McConnell, Nevin McConnell, Darrious Corless a n d O l i v i a B a k e r. L o v i n g s o n o f T h o m a s a n d Vi v i a n B a k e r. D e a r brother of Tim Baker and Michelle Ionson (Bob). Randy will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and many friends.

Vi s i t a t i o n f r o m t h e M . W. B e c k e r Funeral Home, 490 The Queensway South, Keswick on Thursday, October, 15, 2015 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service from the chapel on Friday, October, 16, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Keswick Cemetery.

If desired donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

Online condolences may be made at www.mwbeckerfuneralhome.com LEEPER, Marion June Passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Sunday, October 12th, 2015 in her 85th year.

Beloved wife of Glenwood for 60 years. Loving mother of Glenn (Kathy) and Dale (Brenda) Leeper.

Proud grandmother of Shannon, Kristin and David. Sister-in-law of Muriel Fisher and aunt of Mark (Michelle) Fisher.

The family would like to thank Drs. Rahim and Yuen and all of the staff in the Palliative Care Unit of Southlake, as well as the staff at Barton Retirement Residence.

A private funeral will be held for family only at Roadhouse & Rose F u n e r a l h o m e o n T h u r s d a y, October 15th.

Donations in memory of June may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

GARDLER, Judith Mary (1949-2015)

P a s s e d a w a y, u n e x p e c t e d l y a t h e r residence on Friday, October 9, 2015.

Beloved daughter of Mary Fearn.

Loving wife of Peter. Cherished mother of Claire Holden, Katie Reilly and Matthew Gardler. Proud grandmother of Alex, James, Miles and Lennon.

Survived by her brother Alan Fearn.

She will be greatly missed by her many relatives and friends in Canada and England. A Celebration of Judith's Life will be held at her daughter Katie's h o m e o n S u n d a y, O c t o b e r 1 8 , 2 0 1 5 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

If desired, donations in memory of Judith may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation (www.heartandstroke.ca).

WARDROP, Dan Passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre, on Sunday, October 11, 2015 in his 66th year.

Beloved husband of the late Paula.

Loving father of Tara (Denis Lacourse) and Ashley (Tim Legget). He will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren Syd, Emma Jaxx and Connor. Dan is also survived by his sisters Edith and Mary.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at the Thompson Funeral Home (530 Industrial Parkway South) from 2-4 p.m. Cremation to follow.

At Dan's request, in lieu of flowers or memorial contributions, "Rock & Roll"!

On line condolences may be made at www.thompsonfh-aurora.com

MEIKLE, Marilyn Grace (nee Anthes) Marilyn passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at the Southlake Regional Health Centre in her 60th year. She is survived by her h u s b a n d o f 3 7 y e a r s Ti m , t h e i r daughter Jennifer McMurachy (Alastair), sons Cameron (Isabelle) and Andrew (Stacy), and grandchildren Evelyn, Amelia, and William. Marilyn is also survived by three sisters, Jean, Lorraine (late John) Armstrong, and Eleanor Kinnear, and two brothers, Neil (Mary) and David (Margaret). A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 2pm at A u r o r a U n i t e d ( Tr i n i t y A n g l i c a n ) Church.

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NEWMARKET 2 bedroom apartment. First & last. No pets. Suits clean and quiet professional couple. Please call after 5pm Mr. William, 647-220-2230

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KESWICK HUGE 1+1 bedroom basement apt Retrofitted, 4 appliances, 2 car parking, big yard, central air, $1250 + 1/3 utilities.

Call Debra Huetl, Sales Rep., C21 Heritage Group Real Estate 905-251-6166 to view.

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Metroland Media Rob Gardner knows he owns a unique, rare automobile.

The long-time Newmarket Car Club member and president of the Keswick Lions Club proudly drives his white 1937 Chevrolet Master Deluxe around town whenever possible. It’s been a true labour of love — the vehicle was sitting with a ‘for sale’ sign out front of a storage facility near Sutton when he purchased it about four years ago.

“One of our Lions members knows about my interest in vehicles,” he said, sitting on the steps of the Newmarket branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, home to the car club headquarters. “He phones me, and tells me to take a look at this one. Somebody left it in the storage facility for about 10 years, then he died and left it to the manager.

You don’t see that many; there are a lot of mid-30s and early 40s Fords, and the occasional Dodge, but you don’t see a lot of these.”

The vehicle is tricky to operate; Gardner couldn’t find the battery and master cylinder at first, and there’s no power steering. There was no emergency brake system and finding parts has been “difficult”. But he’s done a lot of the work on the vehicle and has spent plenty of time keeping it in great shape.

“I immediately started looking for parts,” he said. “The first thing you want to do is get it on the road.

Yaris now a ‘premium’ subcompact QUEBEC CITY, PQ: It was no coincidence that Toyota Canada chose Quebec City to debut its new subcompact 2016 Yaris Sedan.

After all, Toyota has sold more Yaris hatchbacks in la belle province than all of the rest of Canada combined since the model bowed in 2006.

So the thinking is that this nimble little sedan will be another solid seller for the automaker, which is a big-time player in small cars in Canada, with combined sales of more than 46,000 here as of the end of September.

Unlike the Yaris Hatchback, this new sedan has its roots not with Toyota, but with Mazda. As part of a partnership between the two Japanese automakers, Mazda is building the Yaris Sedan for Toyota at its plant in Salamanca, Mexico, which also produces the Mazda2.

It is also no coincidence that the 2016 Yaris Sedan looks an awful lot like the Mazda2 because that’s what it is, with the addition of some Toyota badging and a few other modifications.

Mazda has decided against bringing the 2016 Mazda2 into North America so Toyota is marketing the car in the U.S. as a Scion iA and here as the Yaris.

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Rob Gardner purchased the 1937 Chevrolet Master Deluxe about four years ago, after seeing it outside of a storage facility near Sutton.

But it was pretty rough; we had to push start it because we couldn’t figure out how to start it (otherwise). With modern cars, you turn the key and the starter engages.

This one, you turn the key, hit the gas pedal right to the floor and it engages. That was a trick to figure out. I’ve kept this pretty much original, with some minor adaptations.

But nothing to destroy its original-

ity. It’s an eye-catcher; there’s a drool factor when you see it.”

As Gardner speaks, he removes a pack of cigarettes from the breast pocket on his black t-shirt. He places the smoke in his mouth, and lights it as he talks. He mentions the vehicle has been used in weddings.

Gardner has been fascinated with automobiles since he was a child, and used to build model cars long before getting a driver’s license. He fondly recalls hanging out with a group of friends who could identify cars at night just by looking at the grill.

“You just learn,” he said. “We’d

be in the park playing one of our stupid games and you’d see a vehicle coming up the road. Back then, you could identify a car by the grill.

You can’t anymore.”

He also used to read a hot rod comic book as a teenager, which was based on a car club, and specifically took interest in the modifications made to the vehicles.

“For me, cars have been a lifelong thing,” Gardner said. “Back then, having a car was a prestigious thing to begin with. Having a hot car made you a king. It was not about the vehicle you started with… it was what you did with it.”

The hexagonal front grille is sure to be an item of discussion.

LEFT: Rob Gardner’s 1937 Chevrolet Master Deluxe. RIGHT: Classic badging with Chevy “bowtie” logo.

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Focus RS hot hatch to get 350 horsepower Ford will also debut ‘stall recovery’ feature The unique 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine in the all-new Focus RS will produce 350 hp – far exceeding original estimates of 315 – along with 350 lb/ft of torque.

And yet even with all that torque, the manual-only hot hatch will be especially forgiving in the event a driver stalls the engine, as Focus RS will debut with a trick feature called stall recovery.

In other words, there will be no need for drivers to manually restart the engine or move the gear selector to neutral as the innovative technology simply pushes the clutch back in.

The monster output the Focus RS engine achieves is due to its all-new low-inertia twin-scroll turbocharger with a larger compressor wheel that delivers more airflow and power throughout the rev range. Peak turbocharger boost is 23.2 psi.

Backing up this increased output is a large

intercooler to maximize charge density. Air itself is delivered through a low-restriction intake manifold on the front end with a highperformance exhaust. The system includes an electronically controlled valve that optimizes back pressure and exhaust volume level.

Despite the engine’s high output of 152 horsepower per liter, RS engineers tuned this EcoBoost to deliver right off idle all the way on up to a free-spinning 6,800 rpm, with an especially chunky midrange power delivery.

Focus RS is the latest car to be unveiled as part of a new golden age of Ford Performance.

The plan calls for bringing more than 12 high-performance vehicles to market worldwide through 2020.

Production of Focus RS with 2.3-litre EcoBoost begins later this year.

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The unique 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine powering the all-new Focus RS has been certified at 350 hp at 6,000 rpm on way to 6,800 rpm redline.

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Toyota Yaris benefits from Mazda’s ‘zoom zoom’ model, although it has much more standard content with features like air conditioning, push button start and more.

Toyota sees the hatchback and sedan appealing to different buyers. Small car enthusiasts will gravitate to the hatchback, while the sedan has a more premium feel and full-size styling.

They see the Yaris Sedan as predominately an urban vehicle that will resonate with city-savvy drivers who are youthful, spirited, style-conscious and “always connected.”

Power comes from a 1.5-litre DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder engine making 106 hp and 103 lb/ft of torque.

On the road the engine pulls well and seems much more powerful than the numbers would indicate. We sampled both the manual and automatic transmissions and found both had acceptable levels of acceleration. Engine noise is pronounced on hard acceleration, but settles in when at speed.

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SPECS AT A GLANCE

Prices start at $16,995 for the base model with a six-speed manual transmission, $18,220 for a six-speed automatic.

Even at this base level, the Yaris Sedan has upscale features like push button start, power door locks and keyless entry, power windows, cruise control, tilt and telescoping steering column, air conditioning, dual power adjustable exterior mirrors, steeringwheel mounted audio controls and more.

Move up to the Premium model ($20,200) available only with the automatic and you add aluminum alloy wheels, back-up camera, fog lamps, heated front seats and a display audio system with a seven-inch touchscreen, six speakers and two USB ports.

Interestingly, the base model Yaris Sedan starts at $1,000 more than the larger Corolla

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Continued from W1 Stephen Beatty, Toyota engineers worked hand-in-hand with their Mazda counterparts on the new Yaris.

But anyone familiar with Mazda will see the similarities; particularly inside which has a decidedly upscale look for a car in this segment with lots of soft-touch materials and nice use of accent pieces.

Outside, the design is bold and brass with a prominent hexagonal grille that will have its share of detractors.

Otherwise, the long hood, swept-back A-pillars and a short rear deck make for an eye-catching design with a “cool factor” Beatty predicts will be a hit with consumers.

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Mitsubishi to release ‘Final Edition’ Evo Evo to leave Canadian market with upgrades to suspension — and power The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will bow out of the Canadian market with a limited, Final Edition model that will yield the best performance numbers ever for the iconic sedan since its 2008 launch.

Known between race and rally cognoscenti as “Evo”, the 2015 Lancer Evolution boasts stunning high-performance sports sedan credentials. Now in its tenth and final edition, the Evo goes on sale this month across Canada. Built upon the well-appointed GSR Premium, only 350 units of the Final Edition will be available at an MSRP of $49,498.

To commemorate Evo’s farewell, Mitsubishi is adding these special touches: • Each of the 350 units is assigned a production serial number plate mounted in the centre console, just forward of the gear shift selector • Final Edition” animation in the multi-

information centre display • Final Edition” badge Performance is also enhanced with 303 horsepower (up from 291) and 305 ft/lb of torque (from 300) produced by the 2.0-litre, DOHC turbocharged MIVEC engine, mated to the five-speed manual transmission.

The performance uptick comes courtesy of newly engineered heat reducing, sodiumenclosed exhaust values.

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution lives and breathes performance but also superb driving characteristics including Super All-Wheel Control with active centre differential, active yaw control and drive-mode selector, Brembo two-piece front rotors and ventilated disc brakes, race-worthy front Macpherson strut suspension with forged aluminum control arms, Eibach springs and Bilstein shocks.

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Canadians will have their last chance to buy a Mitsubishi “Evo” model as production ends with a 303 hp version called the Final Edition.

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In an era of subcompact crossovers, Honda’s new 2016 HR-V confidently strides ahead of the curve and to the head of the small SUV class.

Available from Newmarket Honda, the HR-V melds legendary Honda engineering, design, utility and safety into a sporty and economical package that’s turning heads.

The HR-V combines the look and feel of a car with the comfort, space and versatility of a small SUV. There’s a good chance it’ll be love at first sight with this stunner. The HR-V offers style and substance and an interior and exterior design that is both goodlooking and substantial.

A peppy, fuel-sipping141-hp, 1.8-liter four cylinder engine comes with either a six-speed manual or superefficient continuously variable transmission and you can option front or all-wheel drive.

Numerous standard and available features allow you to make this rugged people and cargo-hauling gem your own.

From the 17 inch aluminum-alloy wheels that gives it a proud, strong posture, to the contoured heated seats, sophisticated craftsmanship, intelligently designed instrument cluster and clean sight lines, the HR-V has immediate appeal. Controls are logical and accessible. Front and centre, the Display Audio System and available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System enhances your driving pleasure by enveloping you in pure music while making your paths easier to find. The HR-V’s standard multi-angle rearview camera with dynamic guidelines keeps an extra eye on what’s passing by. Add an optional 180watt audio system with six speakers, LaneWatch blind sport display and HandsFreeLink Bluetooth and every journey will be happily anticipated.

Whether you have four comfortably seated passengers or extra cargo, Honda’s ingenious long and

tall mode seat configurations will astound.

Of course, with all Honda vehicles, it’s safety first. The HR-V features a full range of innovation, including 4-wheel ABS, hill start assist for inclines and Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control. The HR-V also has 3-point height-adjustable front seat belts with automatic tensioning, childproof rear door locks and six standard cabin airbags. Accordingly, Honda’s HR-V achieved the highest overall score for collision safety from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Peace of mind is extended via Honda’s 5-year/100,000km power train and 3-year/60,000 comprehensive warranties and 3-year roadside assistance with unlimited distances in North America.

Starting at $20,690, plus PDI, freight and taxes, the only way to appreciate the all-new HR-V is to come it Newmarket Honda and see it for yourself. You’ll be impressed.

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the Mazda CX-3 we recently tested. Fit and finish is excellent and all controls seem well placed.

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≈

WEEKLY

NO CHARGE

INTUITIVE

OR

ON ROGUE S FWD

AWD

ON OTHER ROGUE MODELS

▲

SL A AWD WD Premium model shown

2015 NISSAN SENTRA STARTING FROM

TOP SAFETY AND TOP QUALITY ONLY IN 2015 NISSAN SENTRA

CASH DISCOUNT

+

NO CHARGE

TOTAL

17,229 - $5,031 = $12,198

$

◆

WINTER

TIRE PACKAGE

PLUS

ON SENTRA 1.8 S M6

▲

1.8 SL model shown

THE “HIGHEST RANKED COMPACT CAR IN INITIAL QUALITY” IN THE U.S.

2015 NISSAN PATHFINDER

AVAILABLE FEATURES INCLUDE: • TRI-ZONE ENTERTAINMENT • CLASS-EXCLUSIVE AROUND VIEW® MONITOR^

GET UP TO

$

5,250

+ CASH DISCOUNT

ON SELECT PATHFINDER MODELS INCLUDES INTUITUVE NO CHARGE AWD CREDIT

OR

FINANCE AT

0

%

†

APR FOR UP TO

72

MONTHS

ON PATHFINDER S

▲

Platinum model shown

2015 NISSAN VERSA NOTE

AVAILABLE FEATURES INCLUDE: • CLASS-EXCLUSIVE AROUND VIEW MONITOR ∞ • STANDARD AIR CONDITIONING

STARTING FROM

CASH DISCOUNT

+

NO CHARGE

SELLING PRICE

16,029 - $4,331 = $11,698

$

◆

PLUS

ON VERSA NOTE 1.6 S M5

▲

1.6 SL model shown

WINTER

TIRE

PACKAGE

ALREADY DRIVING A NISSAN? OUR LOYALTY PROGRAM HAS GREAT OFFERS. VISIT CHOOSENISSAN.CA OR YOUR LOCAL RETAILER • ENDS NOVEMBER 2ND

Offers available from October 1 – November 2, 2015. ≈Payments cannot be made on a weekly basis, for advertising purposes only. *$2,180//$2,000//$2,500 no-charge all-wheel drive upgrade is available on new 2015 Juke (excluding SV FWD (N5RT55 AA00)// 2016 Rogue (excluding S FWD (Y6RG16 AA00) and SV Special Edition FWD (Y6SG16 AA00)) // 2015 Pathfinder (excluding S 4x2 (5XRG15 AA00) models purchased or financed with NCF at standard rates and delivered between October 1, 2015 and November 2, 2015. Offer consists of a discount that can only be used at the time of initial purchase/finance and applied towards: (i) the purchase of an all-wheel drive system from an authorized Nissan dealer; and/or (ii) the purchase price of the vehicle. **350//$400//$500 no-charge winter tire package offer is available on new 2015 Micra // 2015 & 2016 Versa Note // 2015 Sentra models purchased, leased or financed and delivered between October 1, 2015 and November 2, 2015. Offer consists of a discount that can only be used at the time of initial purchase/lease/finance and applied towards: (i) the purchase of a winter tire package (includes: all-season floor mats, emergency road kit, and 4 specified winter tires -- rims, tire installation and balancing not included) from an authorized Nissan dealer; and/or (ii) the purchase price of the vehicle. The discounts will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes and can be combined with special lease and finance rates offered through Nissan Canada Finance. Any unused portion of a discount will not be refunded and may not be banked for future use. Offers are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Conditions apply. See your participating Nissan dealer or visit choosenissan.ca for details. ◆ $12,198/$11,698 selling price includes MSRP and fees for a new 2015 Sentra 1.8 S M6 (C4LG55 AA00)/2015 Versa Note 1.6 S M5 (B5RG55 AA00). $5,031/$4,331 NCI non-stackable cash discount, which includes $350 dealer participation included in advertised amount. +Cash discount is $5,250/$2,500 available on 2015 Pathfinder S 4X4 (5XBG15 AA00). $5,250 comprised of ‘No Charge AWD’ credit of $2,500/$2,450 NCF standard rate cash, $300 dealer participation. Only applicable with finance through Nissan Canada Finance at standard rates. ≠Representative monthly lease offer based on a new 2016 Rogue S FWD CVT (Y6RG16 AA00). 1.99% lease APR for a 60 month term equals monthly payments of $281 with $0 down payment, and $0 security deposit. First monthly payment, down payment and $0 security deposit are due at lease inception. Payments include freight and fees. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km/year with excess charged at $0.10/km. Total lease obligation is $16,848. 2016 Rogue S FWD CVT does not qualify for ‘No Charge AWD credit’. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. †Representative finance offer based on any new 2015 Pathfinder S 4X4 (5XBG15 AA00).

Selling price is $32,589 financed at 0% APR equals monthly payments of $453 monthly for a 72 month term. $0 down payment required. Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $32,598. 2015 Pathfinder S 4X4 (5XBG15 AA00) is not applicable for the no charge AWD credit. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. ▲ Models shown $37,139/$26,129/$48,839/$21,148 Selling price for a new 2016 Rogue SL AWD Premium (Y6DG16 BK00)/ 2015 Sentra 1.8 SL (C4TG15 AA00)/2015 Pathfinder Platinum (5XEG15 AA00)/2015 Versa Note 1.6 SL CVT (B5TG15 AE00). See your dealer or visit Nissan.ca/Loyalty. *◆±≠▲Freight and PDE charges ($1,760/$1,600/$1,760/$1,600) air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, applicable fees (all which may vary by region), manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable are included. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data, www.alg.com For more information see IIHS.org. °Forward Collision Warning is intended to warn you before a collision occurs; it cannot prevent a collision. Speed and other limitations apply. See Owner’s Manual for details. ^Ward’s Large Cross/Utility Market Segmentation. MY15 Pathfinder and Pathfinder Hybrid vs. 2014 competitors. ‡Around View Monitor cannot completely eliminate blind spots and may not detect every object. Always check surroundings before moving vehicle. Virtual composite 360 view. ∞ Global Automakers of Canada (GAC) Entry Level Segmentation, June 2015. The Nissan Sentra received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact cars in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. ©2015 Nissan Canada Inc. and Nissan Canada Financial Services Inc. a division of Nissan Canada Inc.

NEWMARKET NISSAN 17385 LESLIE STREET, NEWMARKET TEL: (905) 895-4661 C

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2015 TUCSON A d vA N TA g E

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Low Interest rates

2,500 off

Bonus Hyundai extended warranty 7 year 120,000km included on all remaining in Stock Tucson’s

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2015 sonata Back up camera, heated seats, 16” alloy wheels, bluetooth

$18,995

TE rA pomo r Co DE

2012 santa fE

Bluetooth, audio and cruise control, ABS, traction control, AM/FM/CD stereo and UBS/AUX connection, power windows, power locks, Air conditioning, keyless entry, MORE!!

$12,445

Mileage: 14,517 Stock: #13213

Stock: #13221A

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2013 santa fE Xl

a/c, cruise, keyless

Heated front and rear seats, heated steering wheel, power heated mirrors, ABS, traction control, Steering wheel mounted Bluetooth, cruise and audio control, Down Hill brakes, Power locks, A/C, AM/FM/CD player, satellite radio and USB/AUX connection, Balance of Hyundai Canada factory warranty and much MORE

$16,995

$25,998

Mileage: 17,109 Stock: #13204A

Mileage: 30,645 Stock: #N7310A

GL - NOT RENTAL Auto, heated seats, Bluetooth,

ATE or o p r Co DEm

Tech - DEMO

311hp,18”alloy wheels,12 way power seat, panoramic sunroof,8”Nav,14Speaker Lexeon sound system, much more.

$45,895

AWD, heated rear seats,12 way power seat, heated steering wheel, auto headlights

$26,975 Mileage: 21,521 Stock: #13258

2012 Elantra

2015 santa fE

Bluetooth, 18” Alloy rims, cruise and audio control, Backup camera, GPS system, sunroof, Air conditioning with dual climate and auto control, AM/FM/CD player, satellite radio and USB/AUX connection

$16,955

2013 santa fE sE

Heated Leather front and rear seats, heated steering wheel, power heated mirrors, AWD, ABS, traction control, Steering wheel mounted Bluetooth, cruise and audio control, Down Hill brakes, Backup camera, panoramic sunroof, Air conditioning

$26,995 Mileage: 63,520 Stock: #H0066A

Stock: #N7025A

2011 gEnEsis

2.0T Prem - Leather

Wheel Disc Brakes, 18” Aluminum Alloy Wheels, ABS, EBD, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Traction Control System, Keyless Entry with Power Door Locks, Air conditioning much more

$16,995 Mileage: 69,563 Stock: #N7524A

2015 sonata

2.4L GLS - DEMO Blind spot detection, push start, heated steering wheel, rear heated seats

$22,995 Mileage: 15,624 Stock: #13242

TE rA pomo r Co DE

2012 tucson

Front and rear heated seats, power heated mirrors, 6 speed automatic transmission with shiftronic, ABS, traction control, AM/FM/CD

Driver Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag, Rear Head Air Bag, A/C, AM/FM Stereo, CD Player, ABS, Cruise Control,

$13,995

$14,995

Stock: #N7042A

$9,995 TE rA pomo r Co DE

2015 sonata

2.4L SPORT -DEMO

Stock: #N7003A

r/ wE n po CTio l o A Tr nTr Co

2014 Elantra

Rear Window Wiper, Stability Control, Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel,17” Wheels

Power seats,17” alloy wheels, panoramic sunroof, sport seats

$27,869 Mileage: 8,097 Stock: #13193

$16,998 Stock: #13261A

GREEN LANE 17735 LESLIE ST Bray Cir

HWY 404

LESLIE ST

905-895-3222 www.newmarkethyundai.com Mileage: 18,464 Stock: #13269

2012 Elantra

Heated front seats, power heated mirrors,6 speed automaticpower windows, power locks, power mirror, Steering wheel mounted Bluetooth, audio and cruise control, Air Conditioning, key-less entry, and much MORE

Stock: #13198A

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2015 JEEP

GRANd CHEROkEE 4x4 SRT 8

417.12 !

O G T S U M $ 2015’s BLE 65,999* ZERO HAVE ARRIVED!

$

BI-WEEkLy, HST INCLUdEd

NA SED. - NO REASO OFFER REFU 2015 CHRySLER

$

200 LIMITEd

$ $

+ HST & LICENSE

$

*

19,995*

+ HST & LICENSE

$

163.80

27,610

GRANd CARAvAN SE/SxT

BI-WEEkLy, HST INCLUdEd

ZERO dOWN!

138.24

*

BI-WEEkLy, HST INCLUdEd

$

ZERO dOWN!

22,063

*

+ HST & LICENSE

ZERO dOWN! stk# V15223N

stk# J15604

DiscountuP & REBAtEs to

FINANCE RATES (OAC)

stk# t15494

PROMASTER CITy vAN

2015 RAM

*

*

stk# J15033

144.60 127.77

CHEROkEE 4x4 SPORT

BI-WEEkLy, HST INCLUdEd

2016 dOdGE

* $

ZERO $23,083* + HST & LICENSE dOWN!

stk# R142230

dOWN!

+ HST & LICENSE

BI-WEEkLy, HST INCLUdEd

2015 JEEP

*

LOW AS 0% UP TO 72 MONTHS

14,000

$

(ON SELECT MODELS)

*Sale ends Saturday October 17, 2015. All Factory rebates/loyalties have been applied to payments and sales prices. Sales Prices plus HST & LICENSE. Bi-weekly payments include HST, License extra. No down payment required on payments. Payments based on 96 month term on approved credit.

3.49% APR on 2015 Ram Promaster/2015 Chrysler 200 Limited/2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4 SRT/2.99% APR on 2015 Jeep Cherokee Limited/3.99% APR on 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE/SXT. Vehicles may not be exactly as illustrated. See MacIver Dodge Jeep for full details.

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UPPER CANADA MALL

Serving York Region for over 30 years.

905-898-1900

MANAGER’S SPECIAL 2014 CHRYSLER 300C AWD

Fully loaded, leather, Navi, every optioN! 5.7l hemi

2 TO CHOOSE FROM

NOW 27,995 $

+hSt & license

106.70 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 84 Months

EvERy PRE-OWNEd vEHICLE ON THE LOT REdUCEd FOR IMMEdIATE SALE WITH ZERO dOWN PAyMENT!

2014 DODGE RAM 1500 LARAMIE LONGHORN LTD equal diesel, Crewcab, every option! top of the line! 8 Speed auto., Stk 21391p

NOW $52,995 +hSt & license

199.61 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 84 Months

2014 RAM 2500 LARAMIE CREWCAb 6 Spd auto, leather, p/Group, loaded!

50,069 kms, Stk 21373p

NOW $44,995 +hSt & license

169.88 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 84 Months

2015 HONDA CIVIC LX

2011 MAzDA 3 GX

1.8l, 4 Cylinder, Cvt trans., 4 door, only 2,000 kms, Stk 21289p

4 door Sedan, auto, Fully loaded, air, 85,310 kms, Stk 21120t

Was $18,995 $

NOW 16,995 +hSt & license

$

58.87 Weekly

hst inCluDeD @ 96 Months

2014 CHRySLER 300 TOURING 3.6l, v6, 8 Speed auto, leather, Steering Wheel Controls, heated mirrors, uSB port, & much more! Stk 21328p

NOW $22,995 +hSt & license

87.34 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 84 Months

NOW $10,995 +hSt & license

48.74 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 72 Months

2014 JEEP CHEROKEE NORTH LATITUDE

2.4l, 4 Cyl., 8 Spd auto, leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, p/Group, 32,876 kms., Stk 21362p

NOW $24,995 +hSt & license

95.55 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 84 Months

2013 DODGE RAM 1500 LARAMIE LONGHORN

Fully loaded! 6 Spd auto, leather, 5.7l, 8 Cylinder, 43,400 kms, Stk 21389p

NOW $42,995 +hSt & license

$

184.85 Weekly

hst inCluDeD @ 72 Months

2011 DODGE CALIbER SXT 2.0l, 4 Cylinder, Cvt transmission, p/Group, 46,715 kms, Stk 21193p

Was $11,995 $

NOW 9,995 +hSt & license

45.32 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 72 Months

2013 RAM 1500 SXT 4X4

3.6l, v6, auto, power Group, 52,241 kms, Stk 21379p

NOW $26,995 +hSt & license

117.06 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 72 Months

2013 CHyRSLER 200 TOURING

6 Speed auto, power Group, 66,790 kms, Stk 21058p

NOW $12,995 +hSt & license

58.00 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 72 Months

2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

2015 DODGE JOURNEy CROSSROAD

NOW $16,995

NOW $28,995

3.6l, v6, 6 Spd auto, power Group, power rear Slide Windows, air & much more! Stk 21158t

+hSt & license

74.08 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 72 Months

aWd, 3.6l, v6, leather, Sunroof, Navi, Fully loaded! 28,750 kms., Stk 21359p

+hSt & license

98.68 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 96 Months

2011 GMC SIERRA 1500

4.8l, 8 Cylinder, 80,000 kms, 6 Speed auto, power Group & more, Stk 212708

NOW $19,995 +hSt & license

2014 CHRySLER 200 LIMITED leather, Sunroof, loaded! 3.6l, v6, 6 Spd auto, 26,332 kms, Stk 21113p

NOW $16,995 +hSt & license

905-898-1900

All sales prices plus hst and licensing. All weekly payments based on 48/72/84/96 months @ 5.24% Apr. 60 months @ 4.99% Apr with zero down payment, on approved credit. Cost of borrowing example: $10,000 over 84 months @ 5.24% Apr, equals $2,329.07. see Maclver For Details.

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65.82 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 84 Months

2014 CHRySLER TOWN & COUNTRy

loaded, leather, Navi, heated Seats, Sunroof, v6, 3.6l auto, 23,233 kms., Stk 21164p

NOW $28,995 +hSt & license

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MORE THAN 70 VEHICLES TO CHOOSE!

86.74 Weekly

$

hst inCluDeD @ 72 Months

UPPER CANADA MALLUPPER CANADA MALL

$

109.60 Weekly

hst inCluDeD @ 84 Months

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