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Parent Garth Bobb is part of a joint human rights complaint against the York Region District School Board. Bobb and his wife Charlene Grant are concerned about the board’s handling of alleged harassment and racial slurs directed at their son by teachers and coaches at Woodbridge College.

TERESA LATCHFORD tlatchford@yrmg.com Racial slurs, discrimination and assault.

Is York Region District School Board doing enough to protect its students?

The Vaughan African Canadian Association and the National Council of Canadian Muslims have joined the movement of concerned parents in calling for more accountability and transparency from the local

school board. The two organizations hosted an event in Toronto Dec. 2 to announce the filing of a joint human rights complaint against the board on behalf of families who feel not enough is being done to address the discrimination complaints from parents battling for their children’s right to learn in a safe and inclusive environment.

“These parents have lost all of their faith they had in the school board,” NCCM board member Abbas Kassam said.

“Parents are pushing on these issues because it’s their children, and these are things we shouldn’t have to ask for from a public body like the school board.”

The council first got involved when a Markham principal posted anti-Muslim comments on Facebook. The council wrote to the school board about the incident. Following the investigation conducted by the board, parents and the council felt the board did not follow its own pol-

icy, known as policy 240, since it made no effort to make public the steps taken in the process, nor did it release the findings.

“These issues aren’t racially inclusive and that’s why we are working with other communities who are experiencing the same things,” he added. “The best way to deal with all of this is to have an open dialogue.”

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Catch GO train on weekends to Union Station starting Dec. 31 LISA QUEEN lqueen@yrmg.com Have you ever wanted to get to Toronto for a Saturday Blue Jays or Maple Leafs game or a Sunday festival but the transportation headaches made you abandon your plans?

Starting Dec. 31, the provincial government is making it easier to get to the city on Saturdays and Sundays with new allday, two-way weekend GO train service connecting Aurora and Toronto’s Union Station on the Barrie line, Transportation Minister Steven Del Duca announced Tuesday, Dec. 6.

Meanwhile, GO bus service from Barrie will be extended to meet train service at the Aurora GO station throughout the day.

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OMB endorses Highland Gate redevelopment settlement TERESA LATCHFORD tlatchford@yrmg.com The Ontario Municipal Board has given a nod of approval to the Highland Gate redevelopment applications.

A settlement agreement signed by Highland Gate Develop-

ments Inc., Town of Aurora and the Highland Gate Ratepayers' Association detailing a revised plan for the redevelopment of the former golf course was presented to the OMB along with settlements reached with Highland Green Condominium Corp., Sunrise North Senior Living and

individual residents.

The OMB delivered an oral decision endorsing the revised plan that includes a reduction of single family homes from 184 to 159 and the height of the proposed condominium building from 10 storeys to seven, as well as an increase in trails with a commit-

ment to making 7.6 kilometres of the 10.2-km trail system offroad and the construction of a 21-acre park in the first phase of the development.

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WELLNESS

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Kim Smith (left) is a client of York Support Services Network. She and her case manager, Becca McLure, find that walks in a peaceful place, like Fairy Lake Park in Newmarket, or coffee at a local cafe can help reduce stress during the holiday season.

Happy Holidays? Maybe not Not everyone is feeling jolly this season Kim ZarZour kzarzour@yrmg.com They make it all sound so easy.

“Have yourself a merry little Christmas,” they say. “Let your heart be light.”

Right.

Carolers tell us it’s the most wonderful time of year, but reality is often something else.

Maybe we dread family gettogethers or don’t have a family to get together with; we can’t get home for the holidays or we don’t have a home to go to.

Or maybe we’ve just had enough of the obligatory gift lists and mandatory office fetes, the tangled lights and mangled relationships, the traffic, the stress and all the “noise, noise, noise, noise!”

“Christmas movies make it all look so wonderful,” says Richmond Hill resident Emma Nalbandian.

“Everyone’s gathered around the table and it’s all so fun. But there are a lot of people who are lonely.”

This Christmas will be especially challenging for Nalbandian. Her father passed away earlier this year and her mother died two months ago. For the first time, she will celebrate the holidays without them.

Nalbandian is painfully aware, as she sees the cheerylooking neighbours in their festively decorated homes, that all her old holiday traditions have been upended.

She is trying to keep busy, to connect with friends and get outside, but she knows there’s

no real solution beyond getting through it.

“I may have a glass of wine, maybe I’ll cook something; It’s tough,” Nalbandian explains. “I tell myself, ‘It’s just one day, it’ll pass’.”

In general, people love Christmas and they’re eager for it to arrive, says Dr. Mark Berber, psychiatrist with Markham Stouffville Hospital.

“No matter what your culture or religion, there’s a really good vibe, all about loving and caring and gifts and celebrating.”

But the pressure and pop media propaganda can bring the blues - especially in the days between Christmas and New Year’s, he says.

Emergency wards and crisis hotlines are surprisingly quiet in the weeks leading up to Dec. 25, but there is a spike in depression and suicide after Christmas Day. Maybe you’ve held it together during the busy days of December. Maybe the holiday didn’t go as well as you’d hoped, or you’re seeing the Visa bills pour in.

“The main problem is expectations,” Berber says. “Wanting to fulfill the needs and desires of your children and family members, wanting to give the perfect gift to make everyone happy, trying to recreate the atmosphere of Christmases past, or grandparents wanting to re-live through their grandchildren the pleasant memories of their own children.”

Trouble is, we’re living in a different world now, with families separated geographically and, sometimes, emotionally.

“I think people can feel overwhelmed and a little stressed out because they feel memories of Christmas that may have

been happier times,” says Nancy Lewis, supervisor for Flexible Supports Program with York Support Services Network.

New Canadians can find it difficult to be in an unfamiliar environment, trying to figure out what Christmas in Canada is all about, she adds.

And then there’s the news.

“We are all so sadly aware of ongoing disasters happening around the world now,” Berber says. “We hear about Syria, the destruction in Aleppo, mass migration from war-torn areas, the Trump campaign and growing intolerance in Europe.

“There is a sense among informed Canadians that it’s a risky world, an uneasiness because we are aware 24-7 what’s happening globally. We are surrounded by such toxicity at the moment.”

Financial constraints add to the challenge, he adds.

“Living is expensive, gifts are expensive. Kids today want high-tech toys and they’re not cheap...People want more and more and more.”

Kim Smith, 44, is trying not to let money worries get her down.

An alcoholic who has been sober for one year, Smith knows it will be challenging enough to get through the busy party season, but the biggest hurdle, she says, is her limited budget.

The Newmarket resident suffered a stroke several years ago and is making a slow recovery.

Money is tight. For gifts, she sticks with inexpensive stores like Giant Tiger or gift certificates at the mall, but she uses a cane for mobility and winter weather makes it tough to get around. At $10 per trip, cabs are out of reach.

It sure isn’t the pictureperfect Christmas she sees in

the commercials and holiday TV shows, but Smith is keeping her chin up. Long baths, walks at Fairy Lake and community activities help, as does steering clear of negative people.

The Canadian Mental Health Association and YSSN offer her support and outings, and when stress gets really bad, she has called the 310-COPE crisis line.

It’s the busiest time of year for YSSN, Lewis says.

For those who are ‘precariously housed”, extra hampers from the food bank, Salvation Army drives or festive gift pro-

grams like that at Newmarket High School fill the gaps, but others need more emotional support, she says.

“Stress happens to all of us and it can be good or it can be bad. It’s really how we react to it,” she says. “Christmas is short. Once the season is over, most people’s lives return to normal and we’re okay again.”

As Nalbandian says, life is full of ups and downs and everyone struggles sometimes.

“If you don’t’ have the bad times, you don’t know to appreciate it when times are good.”

BaNiSH THE HoLiDaY BLuES ❦ Keep your expectations realistic. Remember the movies and commercials are make-believe. Stay off Facebook if the constant stream of other people’s apparent joy makes you feel worse. ❦ Don’t get sucked into the competitive nature of gift-giving. Be aware of holiday commercialism and when possible, pay cash. ❦ Show genuine thoughtfulness by giving homemade baked goods or presents, or a gift with meaning – donation in someone’s name to United Way York Region, for example. ❦ Old-fashioned Christmas cards have their own special magic, a warmth that doesn’t come across in an email. Take the time to reminisce and reconnect. ❦ Focus on rituals. Sing or hum along to favourite Christmas songs. Watch favourite old holiday movies. There is evidence it triggers memories that bring joy. ❦ Holiday meals can be troublesome. Make sure everyone, kids and adults, put away cellphones and devices and focus on connecting. ❦ Walks in York Region forests are free and communing with nature can stave off depression. Exercise can have the same effect. ❦ Get enough rest and eat well. If you slip – which is easy to do in the holidays – don’t beat yourself up about it. ❦ Lack of sunlight can cause Seasonal Affective Disorder or the less severe ‘winter blues’ (fatigue, moodiness, eating and sleeping more). If it interferes with everyday life, investigate lightboxes. Berber recommends Canadian company Day-lights.com ❦ Look for ways to enjoy the holidays for free: Christmas markets, church sales, free community turkey dinners, activities at the local library ❦ Be gentle with yourself. It’s okay to be sad, and it’s okay to say ‘no’; if you’re feeling pressured. If you are grieving, remember: this too shall pass.

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education

Human rights complaint only option: parent

● From front the council turned to Education Minister Mitzie Hunter, who has since met with board chair Anna DeBartolo and education director Philip Parappally, and later sent a letter requesting a plan of action be penned for current issues and sent to her

by Jan. 13 for review.

“I have also received a growing number of letters and calls for action from individuals and groups who feel there is systemic racism that is not being adequately addressed within the board,” Hunter wrote in the letter. “These feelings cannot be downplayed or ignored.”

Charlene Grant, the mother of a Woodbridge high school student, was one of the first

parents to file a complaint against the school board with the Ontario Human Rights Commission when she felt her concerns were being “brushed under the carpet” by teachers, the principal and the board.

“The last meeting I had at the school, it was suggested that we switch schools,” she said. “I felt defeated and I was in tears because I couldn’t tell my son that things would change.”

School is supposed to be a nurturing and safe environment for students to learn, but instead, her son, who she asked not be named for fear of retribution, has endured harassment, inappropriate remarks about his religion and more from teachers and coaches at the school, she said.

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She pointed out that he was the only black child in his class at the time.

Grant claims he has been called “intimidating” for look-

“People look at me like I am a trouble maker, but I want to help and the school board obviously doesn’t have a clue where to start.” ing at a teacher as she spoke to him, benched at a sporting event because he looked “too full” to play after missing a practice for a religious feast, and told by another teacher, “I know people like you.”

“One day he forgot an item in the change room and was given permission to leave gym class and retrieve it,” Grant

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said. “When the teacher felt he had been gone too long he told the students they had better go and check on him because he’s probably stealing their things.”

This incident was the last straw, she said, and after exhausting herself trying to find a solution with the school, board trustees and education director, she felt she had no choice but to file a human rights complaint.

Grant isn’t alone, as parents requesting meetings with YRDSB trustees are reporting being denied one-on-one meetings, being blocked by trustees on social media or simply getting no response at all, she said.

“People look at me like I am a trouble maker, but I want to help and the school board obviously doesn’t have a clue where to start,” she said. “All of these educated people sitting around a table, and not one of them thinks to turn to the parents for consultation.”

Grant feels more training for staff in the sensitivity of these issues is essential, and a clearly worded policy regarding consequences following these incidents would help when incidents occur.

So much has been done regarding anti-bullying policies, this should be the next logical step, she said.

Following yorkregion.com’s requests to speak with YRDSB chair DeBartolo, a one-paragraph written statement was received.

“We welcome the opportunity to articulate, in writing, all the work we have done to date to address the issues raised and the action plan going forward,” the statement said.

“Our region is one of the most diverse in the country and we remain committed to equity and creating learning environments that are accepting, safe and welcoming for all students and staff members.”

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Would you make Kijiji transactions at a police station?

Aurora is asking York Region Police to provide space for these transactions to occur within the police stations.

Teresa LaTchford tlatchford@yrmg.com Aurora wants to help create safe spaces for people using online selling apps to conduct in-person transactions.

More and more people are posting items on selling sites like Kijiji and VarageSale to seek buyers for items they no longer need. These sites allow a user to post an item, receive messages from interested buyers and make arrangements for an in-person meeting to exchange the goods for cash.

However, with each in-person transaction comes an element of risk since it is unlikely the two parties involved know each other. This is why Councillor Tom Mrakas suggested Aurora take the reins and approach York Region Police with a request to create designated spaces in police stations where residents can feel confident and safe when making such transactions.

"In this day and age a lot of people are doing business online and meeting for transactions and you don't know who you are meeting with," Mrakas said.

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Aurora will approach York Region Police about creating spaces within its stations to allow Kijiji users to make transactions safely.

"This would give residents a place to feel safe while making these transactions."

While it seems the majority of sale site users conduct these transactions without issue, occasionally the media reports on an incident that went very wrong.

For example, the Tim Bosma case. Bosma disappeared in 2013

after taking two men for a test drive in the truck he was trying to sell on Kijiji and his charred remains were found in an animal incinerator more than a week later.

Mrakas stated he couldn't take credit for the idea since he is following in the footsteps of the Region of Peel which has

already implemented these spaces and the City of Toronto which has passed a motion to implement a proposal.

"These transactions are happening more and more so this just makes sense," Mrakas added.

He also took the opportunity to add to his own proposed

motion to send communications to the rest of the York Region municipalities seeking their support and endorsement for the creation of these spaces as well.

Mayor Geoff Dawe confirmed that the proposal can be sent to York Region Police but that it would have to be reviewed by the Police Services Board.

Trails committee to develop cycling master plan Teresa LaTchford tlatchford@yrmg.com A cycling master plan is soon to be in the works for Aurora.

Town council has given the green light for its Active Trails and Transportation Committee to begin working on a plan that would encourage residents and visitors to take an active mode of transportation through town while providing convenient and safe routes.

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and Councillor Tom Mrakas, received full support from fellow councillors.

"We have been discussing this idea at the trails committee for a while now and we felt it was time to put it forward and begin developing it," he said.

Further, both councillors feel there is no need to bring in external parties as the expertise, excitement and determination among the committee members is more than enough to get the job done internally.

The idea is not just to create

a master plan for Aurora, but to also look at how the town can interconnect with the rest of the trail systems in other municipalities and how to align with York Region's master plan that was completed in 2008.

"If someone wants to go from Georgina to Richmond Hill on their bike, they should be able to do so safely," Mrakas added.

Humfryes pointed out that this would also line up nicely with the bike Aurora day event that is in the planning stages for next year.

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Aurora has given the thumbs up to the development of a cycling master plan that will encourage residents and visitors to use active transportation while providing a safe way to do so.

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GO train service continues to grow ● From front Barrie to Toronto in the morning and three northbound trains in the afternoon.

“As a York Region resident, I know how quickly our community is growing and thriving,” said Del Duca, MPP for Vaughan, who made the announcement at the future Downsview Park GO station in Toronto.

“We need transit service that matches this growth and keeps our region moving. New, yearround weekend and holiday service throughout the day will help all of us get to and from downtown more quickly and efficiently than ever before, allowing us to spend more time with our friends and families.”

Newmarket-Aurora MPP Chris Ballard was also at the announcement.

“Today’s announcement is just one more way Ontario is building a seamless and reliable transit corridor for families in York Region,” he said.

“Whether you’re off to work or headed into the city for some weekend fun, year-round, sevenday-a-week, two-way GO train service in our region will cut down commute times and save more time for the people that matter most - friends and family.”

Rolling out more GO train service is proof of Metrolinx’s commitment to expand and transform rail service, president Bruce McCuaig said.

“Every new trip we run gives thousands of people in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area another reason to take transit, ultimately making this a more connected and prosperous region,” he said.

McCuaig and Del Duca were in Barrie Monday to announce the new weekend GO train service.

McCuaig said providing three trips between Toronto and Barrie on weekends year-round is an “important next step” toward the 10-year GO regional express

plan, which will bring all-day service in both directions.

Trains will leave Barrie Saturdays and Sundays at 9:03 a.m., 9:47 a.m. and 11:02 a.m. and leave Union Station in Toronto at 4:28 p.m., 9:50 p.m. and 10:50 p.m. beginning Dec. 31.

The year-round weekend trips are an extension of summer weekend service that began in 2012 and saw about 41,000 trips taken by riders last summer.

Del Duca said the new weekend service shows the province’s continued commitment to transit and transportation infrastructure.

“After years of chronic underfunding, our government has been steadfastly focused on introducing and delivering better transit options that will help get this province moving,” the transportation minister said.

“We are standing right at the edge of literally transforming this region.”

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Developer will work to meet conditions ● From front surrounding community,” HGDI spokesperson Cheryl Shindruk said. “Constructive collaboration has resulted in a development plan for which we can all be proud.”

Over the coming months, HGDI will be working on the 34 pages of draft plan approval conditions that must be addressed before construction begins, Shindruk added.

During the final OMB settlement hearing on the matter, representatives at the table didn’t voice any opposition to evidence presented. Aurora resident Lor-

raine Coens took the stand to state her concerns had been adequately addressed, while a fellow resident applauded the developer’s commitment to creating the trail system.

Resident Susan Shaw spoke out against the settlement, claiming it was evident residents and other parties had been “strong armed” or “intimidated” into signing the settlement agreements, and that the development didn’t fit the town’s official plan so should not be given the green light.

The full minutes of settlement are available at aurora.ca/highlandgate.

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Tax dollars deserve a little respect

TERESA LATCHFORD From the Newsroom

Trustees should step up or step down

D

o you ever get the sense the various levels of government don’t give our tax dollars the respect they deserve?

It’s hard not to get that impression sometimes, especially when one looks at how the public sector spends our money.

Last week’s report by Ontario auditor general, Bonnie Lysyk, for example, exposed several examples of questionable expenditures on the part of Premier Kathleen Wynne’s Liberal provincial government including a number of poorly overseen public transit and transportation projects, nearly $50-million on advertisements - some of which were described as “self-congratulatory” - and another $8 billion on eHealth. The latter figure is especially frustrating both because the agency tasked with facilitating electronic health records has been at the centre of a billion-dollar scandal in the past, and because, after close to a decade-and-a-half in development, it isn’t finished yet.

If you’re looking for more local examples of taxpayers’ funds being put to use in less-than-ideal ways, you’ll find them.

For instance, just last week, East Gwillimbury council voted 3-2 to give itself and town staff a 2-per-cent raise at a special meeting of council after a closed session. Not only did the timing of the decision afford the public scant opportunity to attend and voice their opinions on the proposal, but it was also based on a review that compared its compensation rates to municipalities that were considerably larger in size. Comparing East Gwillimbury, with a population of some 25,000, to Whitchurch-Stouffville is one thing; comparing it to Richmond Hill, a town of 216,000, is quite another.

That’s not to say whether or not these raises are deserved, perhaps they are, but the discussion should have been more widely accessible to show taxpayers a modicum of respect especially when many in the private sector have forgotten what the term salary increase means.

At the end of the day, using taxpayer dollars in questionable ways, whether it’s at the municipal, provincial or federal levels, only serves to breed apathy and cynicism.

Our elected representatives and public employees would do well to remember the money they’re spending with the decisions they make comes from real people and the supply isn’t infinite. We’re entrusting them to use it wisely on our behalf.

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A round-up of reaction online

The story: Richmond Hill man joins Gord Downie team’s walk for residential school runaway For me, a fire has been lit that really makes me want to be a part of making things as right as they can be. We can never right the wrongs, but we can demand change and work together to make things better. Everyone should be wholeheartedly and genuinely concerned, and want to create positive change with this most important issue.

Laura Edmunds

The story: Would you prefer to make Kijiji transactions at a police station?

I sell very little, but this is a concern for me. If its nice out, I’ll do the transaction in the driveway where people can see us. I think it’s a good idea to ask police stations to provide a safer area for a sale. As far as porch pickups, I’m still waiting to be confronted by a neighbour one day.

David Brooks

The story: Large knife used in Richmond Hill convenience store robbery It would help a lot if the government would agree to put CCTVs around the city, especially at major intersections, so that the stupid idiots could be captured. Our dumb society is too concerned about privacy and human rights. There is NO SUCH THING as human rights with criminals. They should be PUNISHED. Anson Wu

The story: Aurora town council considers photo radar in community safety zones Photo radar is a cash grab, plain and simple. It is not a deterrent, because the fine goes to the car owner who may not be the driver. If there are areas where we have problems, they can be addressed by a uniformed officer on patrol. This is just a revenue-generating opportunity for municipalities. It should be about public safety, not revenue.

Steve Reeve

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• LETTERS TO THE EDITOR • No interest in merging municipalities I like Markham and Vaughan, but I live in Richmond Hill and I have no interest in seeing our municipalities merged.

I grew up in Richmond Hill and am fortunate to be raising my family here.

With a smaller ground print and population size, we have been able to maintain a small-town, friendly community feel despite the growing population of over 200,000 people.

If the three municipalities were to be merged, it would create a large administrative area without any core area or common community. However, there is one small merger that would make sense; the strip of land between Highway 7 and the 407 that is part of the new Richmond Hill federal and provincial ridings should be transferred from Markham.

The area is a small strip of land cut off from Markham by two highways, and the residents and businesses located there are clearly more connected to Richmond Hill.

Jason Cherniak Richmond Hill

taught by our parents and influential people in our lives as we mature.

Canada’s society was built by immigrants with Judeo-Christian values which underlies our democracy, rule of law and Constitution, including the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. These ideas are not mutually exclusive.

The various examples of values expressed by people you cited in your editorial fit under these concepts.

On the other hand, Sharia law is not compatible with democracy. Female genital mutilation, suicide bombing to kill people who do not agree with your religious doctrine, punishing people for being gay or lesbian and treating women as lesser human beings than men is not compatible with Canadian values.

My parents came to Canada and happily embraced our core values. When immigrants come to Canada and don’t share our core values, it is not immigration, it is an invasion.

Good for MP Kellie Leitch for voicing the importance of protecting our core values by ensuring that immigrants also believe in them.

Shelley Wister Aurora

Political correctness threatens freedom, expression

Focus should be on fighting for middle class

Re: Editorial: Divisive Politics unCanadian, Nov. 24.

You demonize Kellie Leitch for her stance on screening potential immigrants for unCanadian values and presume those values would be defined

by Leitch which of course she would not have the sole authority to do.

Certain cultural practices rampant in many other countries are unquestionably barbaric: (FMG) Female genital mutilation, honour killings, underage girls married to mature, even old men, wife burning and acid attacks, LGTBQ abuse and murder, death for apostasy, stoning for adultery, many aspects of Sharia Law, and more.

If you refuse to recognize, talk or write about such practices in the name of so called political correctness, then you in effect condone them. The main stream media is guilty in this respect.

Political Correctness has become a threat to freedom of speech and expression, a primary Canadian value, and a revolt against it is growing rapidly.

William Goldsmith Newmarket

Re: Peter Van Loan endorses Kellie Leitch in Conservative leadership race, Nov. 21.

Perhaps it would behoove Peter Van Loan to endorse somebody who will fight for the middle class and good paying jobs for all, rather than for somebody who is vocalizing “screening.”

As Peter pointed out, “We already screen immigrants.” If Leitch is truly fighting for the middle class, we don’t hear it.

It seems that both the Conservatives and Liberals over the last 30 years have not addressed the issues that have come to fruition now. The middle class has shrunk and continues to shrink, good paying jobs continue to erode away which increases the income gap.

If this continues we will eventually become a society like the 1920s of the “haves” and the “have nots.”

When will any government recognize that they need to start focusing on the real issue, such as revamping education to meet today’s needs? Start funding research and development to provide 21st century jobs to all Canadians, instead of using a “Trumpist” approach of divisiveness and fear in order to gain power.

Government should introduce incentives for companies to re-train employees instead of letting them go when different skills are needed. Our political parties should look at the German

Good for Leitch for defending core values Re: Editorial: Divisive politics unCanadian, Nov. 24.

Our DNA is not what determines our values, rather it is what we are

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approach to address jobs and an ever evolving market place.

European-style apprenticeship programs have been successful in Germany in manufacturing, IT, banking and hospitality to name a few. The answer is certainly a multi-pronged approach including education, government programs and incentives for companies to look after their biggest asset which are their employees.

Why in the world have we not heard anything about this from past or current governments? Why, in a country like Canada built on immigration, would we want to even hint at screening based on cultural, religious or ethnic differences labelled by Leitch as “Canadian values” when the real issue is income inequality? Could it be that politicians find it easier to instil fear rather than address the real issues?

We need to start speaking up now.

Marilyn Castagna Holland Landing

Why must we copy U.S. with Black Friday?

Re: Black Friday no longer a shopping event exclusive to the United States, Nov. 11, 2016.

Black Friday sales events. Really?

Are we not Americanized enough? Everyone knows Black Friday follows Thanksgiving Day in America, which is the last Thursday in November, and for some strange reason Canadian retailers over the past few years have found the need to latch on to this American tradition. No doubt the influx of American retailers into our country over the past 20 years or so have had a big influence in creating this sales event here. However, this IS Canada!

Please do not get me wrong. I have the utmost respect for America, its traditions and its citizens. My wife and I travel extensively throughout the States every year, and have always been made to feel welcome. I’m also a very proud Canadian and I simply ask, “Can our Canadian marketing professionals not come up with their own creative way to have a November sales event?”

Considering that November is the time we remember the sacrifices of our veterans, why not have a Veterans Friday Sale on the first Friday following November 11 every year? For that matter, why not make every Friday in November Veterans Friday?

While we’re at it, let’s push our government to do the right thing and finally declare November 11 a national holiday once and for all!

Lest We Forget.

Mike Gorman Sharon

Step up or step down.

The York Region District School Board has recently been in the media due to parents and organizations calling on the publicly funded board and its trustees to increase accountability and transparency. While the voices of the concerned parents calling foul over the way complaint investigations have been handled and questioning board spending have caught the attention of the Ontario Education Minister, what is even more concerning is how inaccessible these public elected officials are to their constituents.

According to the school board’s responsibilities of a trustee document, part of a trustee’s role is to communicate with the public. They are to be accountable to the community for decisions made by the board and meet the public through organized and informal meetings.

Having covered education in York Region on and off for more than decade, I’ve heard many complaint from parents about the tight-lipped nature of the trustees who they elected to be their voice at the table.

Whether it be parents who spoke out about the school board cancelling busing services for students with access to public transit, the changes made to the French Immersion programs or the recent instances of racism, discrimination and assault not being addressed, all of them said they felt dismissed or brushed aside.

Parents have claimed being denied meetings with trustees, being blocked on social media for asking questions or simply not being acknowledged when expressing a concern. This is absolutely unacceptable behaviour for an elected official who individuals turn to for help in dealing with issues or concerns related to their child’s education or safety.

The school board also requires media to contact corporate communications to speak with a trustee, which isn’t common practice for elected officials.

But having said that, the YRDSB has excelled in a number of ways and in some cases been a trailblazer and role model for other boards in the province but those successes will be overshadowed if this lack of communication to the public continues.

Certain issues brought to the trustees’ feet might be complicated and laced with confidentiality obligations but whatever information that can be communicated with the public should be. Explain the process and the steps that will be taken to get to a solution. In good times; communicate and in crisis, communicate more.

Parents are looking out for their children and they elected the trustee they felt would best help them do just that.

Trustees and any other elected official have a responsibility to hear their constituents out and to be accessible to the public. It comes with the job description.

Teresa Latchford is a reporter for the Aurora Banner and yorkregion. com. You can reach her at tlatchford@yrmg.com.

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Family dog attacked by coyote in backyard Chris simon csimon@yrmg.com Jayne Kowal still vividly recalls the sound of her dog yelping in distress after what she believes was an attack by a coyote.

It was a dark, seemingly normal morning a month ago when the Newmarket resident, who lives in a basement apartment on Elgin Street, let her eight-yearold, nine-pound Boston terrier Peanut out into her backyard.

“I was watching her,” Kowal said looking out at that backyard from a sliding patio door, and recalling the event as Peanut sat on a dog bed a few feet away.

“She was squatting and he grabbed her. She turned around and got his face and bit him. He let go. She’ll take anything on. I heard her screaming and yelping.

She came running toward me, I picked her up, carried her to her bed, put her down and I was covered in blood. It was terrible.

I still keep getting dreams of her screaming. I can’t get it out of my mind.”

Kowal attempted to stop the bleeding before rushing Peanut to a local emergency veterinarian. The dog did not require surgery, but she was treated and given a regiment of antibiotics.

Kowal is from Wales and her accent becomes more noticeable as she gets upset. She and common law husband Mike Evershed don’t have a lot of extra money they were saving up for a trip, but more than $1,000 in costs related to Peanut’s injury has delayed those plans.

She says you can often hear the animals howling nearby at night. And the vet mentioned a few other dogs have been hurt by coyotes in recent weeks.

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Mike Evershed and Jayne Kowal's Boston terrier, Peanut, was attacked by large dogs three weeks ago. The terrier has recovered, but several residents in the neighbourhood say they've seen wild dogs over the past few weeks. The couple is scared for the safety of their pet.

“She’s very lucky,” Kowal said. “We can’t just let her out in the yard anymore. I take her out at 5:30 in the morning. I take a flashlight and a small pitchfork. I do. When she goes out, she shakes. I’m scared. I’m bloody terrified. We don’t know what to do. It’s pretty sad when you can’t feel comfortable in your own home. You can’t blame (other wild animals) because they’ve

got nowhere to go. They’re not scared.”

Evershed says neighbours are also worried.

“One guy I work with is petrified of his grandchild being outside,” he said. “You can’t go out in your yard.”

It seems there have been plenty of encounters in the Newmarket area recently. The town has fielded calls about coyotes near

George Richardson Park over the past few months. The Era has received complaints from a few residents and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry district office in Aurora has collected six reports of sightings in Newmarket this year.

This latest incident likely involved an eastern coyote, also known as a coywolf - a hybrid canine descended from coyotes

and wolves, says an MNR official.

“Eastern coyotes have been established throughout southern and central Ontario since the first half of the 20th century,” ministry spokesperson Jolanta Kowalski said. “It’s not unusual to see coyotes in southern Ontario year-round. Coyotes are well adapted to living in close proximity to humans in both rural and urban areas. They tend to be more active during the evening and spend daylight hours bedded in bushy areas to avoid human contact. Coyotes that are habituated to people are active during the day; these coyotes are probably being fed, either directly or indirectly.

“Small pets are prey to them.”

The ministry has provided education materials to the town for distribution and municipal staff participated in a public information session in midNovember.

Residents can also avoid encounters with coyotes by disposing of garbage and food in proper waste bins, feeding pets indoors, keeping trash secured and placed curbside only on the morning of pick-up. Owners should also clean-up after their pets. And use retractable leashes while walking dogs.

Homeowners can also contact licenced trappers or hunters for advice, if attempts to avoid the coyotes fail, Kowalski said.

Anyone who encounters a coyote should back away from the animal while maintaining visual contact, stand tall, wave your hands and make lots of noise.

You can also carry a flashlight at night and call 911 if the animal poses an immediate threat, she said.

For more information, visit ontario.ca/livingwithwildlife.

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The couple, who may be best known in this area for their fundraising efforts toward several initiatives at the Newmarket hospital, died within days of each other - John at the age of 88 on Nov. 18 and Margaret at her home in King City at 85 on Nov. 21. They were married for 63 years.

Their efforts and philanthropy resulted in the naming of the John and Margaret Bahen Rehabilitation Program, Bahen Chant Radiation Treatment Centre in their honour.

In near poetic harmony, their deaths came soon after the naming of the Margaret Bahen Hospice for York Region.

"The extreme generosity of John and Margaret Bahen and their family has been integral to Southlake's ability to provide the highest level of quality care to our patients and the entire community," Southlake president and CEO Dr. Dave Williams said. "We are saddened by the loss of John and Margaret as great friends, supporters and advocates of Southlake. It has been, and will continue to be, a privilege to witness the impact of their philanthropic and volunteer support for patients and their families. My thoughts are with the Bahen Family at this time."

The hospital's fundraising efforts would not have been as successful without the Bahens, Southlake Foundation president and CEO Neila Poscente said.

"Together, John and Margaret Bahen, along with their children Stuart Bahen and Susan Chant, and their families, have put their hearts and souls into the success of Southlake's future," she said. "When we received news of the passing of both John and Marg, we were deeply saddened to have to say goodbye to two people who have become part of our family. The Bahen-Chant Family's generosity has helped make Southlake what it is today. They believe in excellence in health care, and share Southlake's vision to bring this to our community."

The family also contributed "tremendous" financial support toward the renovation and upgrading of the

Whipper Watson Rehabilitation Pool and bringing a second MRI to Southlake, she said.

However, the hospital was only one focus of two rich, determined and fulfilled lives.

John grew up in Toronto and graduated from Vaughan Road Collegiate and the University of Toronto's civilengineering program.

His began his career with McNamara Construction and finished as president of Kiewit Canada in 1994. His team successfully built some of Canada's largest and most difficult civil works, including dams and powerhouses.

He was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Engineering from his alma mater and received the Order of Canada and The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Award.

Margaret grew up in Toronto, spent her school years at St. Clements and was an Alpha Gamma Delta at U of T and graduated from the occupational therapy program. After university, she worked at Sunnybrook Hospital's Veterans K Wing. Margaret and John met at university - after marrying, they moved to various job sites before starting their family.

Margaret raised three children while John built infrastructure around the country.

In retirement, Margaret and John travelled extensively and enjoyed boating in Europe and the Caribbean. Then, 15 years ago, John suffered a stroke and Margaret took care of him, while also supporting and volunteering for many causes, including research in occupational therapy and epilepsy at U of T, the North York General gift shop and, of course, Southlake.

"They will be remembered for their incredible kindness, their zest for life, and their capacity for making the world around them a better place," Poscente said.

"I am honoured to have known them and called them my friends and I will miss them dearly."

A service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday December 9 at All Saints Anglican Church, 12935 Keele St., in King City.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Margaret Bahen Hospice, c/o the Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation, would be appreciated.

For more information on the service, visit the Thompson Funeral Home page on dignitymemorial.com.

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Photo radar could be coming to a York Region school near you TErESa LaTchford tlatchford@yrmg.com Photo radar could be coming to a school zone near you.

The province has announced its intention to introduce legislation that will target unsafe drivers and help protect pedestrians, especially school children.

The law, if passed, would give municipalities more tools to help improve safety in school and community safety zones including automated speed enforcement technology that takes photos of the licence plates of speeding vehicles so that tickets can be issued, the ability to drop speed limits in urban areas and a simplified process for municipalities to apply and participate in Ontario's red light camera program.

The changes come from municipalities' requests to improve safety in their communities due to the frequency of collisions involving children, seniors, cyclists and other pedestrians.

"Municipalities and our road safety partners have strongly advocated for tougher measures to stop dangerous drivers and better protect pedestrians," Transportation Minister Steven Del Duca said. "These measures would strengthen road safety in school zones and help municipalities keep their communities safe."

This is a welcome announcement for York Region and will add to the work the region has already completed to increase

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York Region could be the first municipality in Ontario to use photo radar in school zones. the safety of school zones, according to Newmarket Mayor Tony Van Bynen.

In 2012, a proposal tabled by Van Bynen to deem all schools zones in the region community safety zones was approved by regional council and the new designation saw the enforcement of increased fines for speeding and other traffic act violations

in those specified areas.

"We decided we needed blanket protection for schools because that is where the highest concentration of children and vehicles are," he said. "It was groundbreaking at the time we made the decision."

Since then, regional council has received a report deeming the change a success including

positive feedback from the public.

This puts York Region ahead of the game, according to Ontario Safety League's Brian Patterson who has been advocating for these changes for the past five years.

"With all the work the region has already done with the school zones, enforcement could begin

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While York Regional Police support any initiative to make the community more safe, it will ultimately be up to the region to approve and implement photo radar.

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Heartbreaking walk to remember boy who never made it home Tragically Hip lead singer called out to Canadians to make amends for the country’s treatment of indigenous people and a local man answered his call KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com Joel Clements is adamant: he does not want this story to be about him.

But in a way, it has to be, because he is just “an ordinary Canadian” and isn’t that the point?

Like many of us, the Richmond Hill man was moved by Tragically Hip singer Gordon Downie’s plea, during his summer concert in Kingston, for Canada to address its historical mistreatment of indigenous people.

But unlike many of us, Clements, 47, was moved to action and last week he found himself on an eye-opening excursion back through time and into a world of hurt in northern Ontario.

It showed him, he says, that we can all make a difference, no matter how small.

During his summer concert, Downie, who has terminal brain cancer, drew attention to the legacy of Canada’s residential schools, calling on all Canadians to take action.

For 150 years, more than 150,000 children were sent to these institutions, used as a tool of assimilation, inflicting physical, mental, and sexual abuse on many.

One of those students was Chanie Wenjak, an Anishnaabek boy who ran away from his school at the age of 12, trying to return to his home in Ogoki Post more than 400 miles away. He only made it 60 km before he died of exposure beside the railroad tracks on Oct. 23, 1966.

Early this month, Downie’s Courage For Gord fundraising team announced it would retrace Chanie’s footsteps Nov. 19 and 20 as a gesture of reconciliation, respect and healing.

That’s where Joel Clements, “ordinary Canadian”, came in.

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Richmond Hill resident Joel Clements volunteered to photograph the Walk for Wenjack memorial for a boy who died running away from a residential school.

Downie’s words had “hooked my heart”, he says.

He asked to join the walk as official photographer and offered to pay his way.

To his surprise, the group welcomed him aboard.

Driving along a wintry highway from Kenora back to the Winnipeg airport last Monday, Clements struggled to process what was, for all involved, an emotionally powerful journey.

Clement had arrived at the school site at dawn that Saturday morning, ahead of the others. As he sat in the darkness next to the old swing set waiting for the sun to rise, he caught his breath: a lone eagle floated above.

The eagle is a powerful symbol in indigenous culture, communicating with the creator and encouraging us to embrace the broader view of life.

This spiritual creature was with them throughout the journey.

By 9 a.m., the walkers had assembled for a smudging cer-

emony. Bathed in smoke from the sacred fire, they set out to the sound of singing and drumming, a prayer for safety and healing.

It was a bone-chilling cold and as they walked and talked quietly, Indigenous and non-Indigenous side by side, they imagined Chanie’s lonely journey in his light jacket on the icy trail.

At one point, Clements walked with an elder who sang a healing song. With reverence, the man lifted his arms to the sky and Clements looked upwards: another eagle glided above.

Further on, at a desolate spot surrounded by marshy grass, they all halted again. Seven eagles circled in the grey sky.

The silent sight was eerily comforting.

The walk came to an end where Chanie left the highway to follow the railway tracks.

Chanie’s four sisters paused there, staring down the rails towards where their brother’s body was found, 12 kilometers away.

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It was youngest sister Martha’s first visit to the site; she was profoundly moved, Clements says. Martha had idolized her big brother, was always waiting at the dock for him to come home by float plane for Christmas and school breaks.

That October day 50 years ago, she was just five, her big sister Pearl 15 - the only ones home when Chanie’s lifeless body was delivered to their door.

The authorities hadn’t even told the family he’d gone missing.

Martha and Pearl broke away from the Wenjak walkers and headed east down the track. A little ways on, Martha collapsed.

Her sister knelt next to her, allowing her to weep. An elder joined them with a smudging pot and circled them with smoke.

That weeping - there was a freedom to it, Clements says. Most of the participants shed tears on that journey. It felt healing.

And that, says Clements, is what this was about. Healing.

“There is an incredible amount

of shame felt by the indigenous.

Everything to do with them, the soul of who they were, was erased.

“But I never learned about this in school ... We can’t brush all our inconvenient history under the carpet.”

We need to bridge the gap between the two communities and the best way to do that, Clements believes, is by forging relationships.

Out of friendship, he says, comes trust.

Clements returned to Richmond Hill this week loaded up with photographs and memories.

He hopes to use both to spread the word - his “small” effort towards reconciliation.

“This is not about some great thing I’ve done,” he adds. “Who am I? I’m just nobody. Just a Canadian. A guy who grew up in Toronto and answered Gord Downie’s call.”

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Five ideas for holiday shopping in York Region CHris simon csimon@yrmg.com You’re busy, but you want to support local shops and businesses.

We get it and we want to help. So here are a few ideas to help guide your 2016 holiday season shopping experience: ● Head to a historic downtown – York Region downtowns have plenty of shops filled with character and great gift ideas. There is a wide array of florists, boutiques, jewelry shops, kids toys, books, and games retailers in downtowns such as; Unionville (unionvilleinfo. com), Newmarket (newmarketmainstreet.ca) and Schomberg (schomberg.ca). Many downtowns are decorated for the season and also have salons and spas and eclectic restaurants – the perfect places to pamper yourself after a long day of shopping. ● Buy from a local producer – Do you want to treat a friend or loved one to a great gift while supporting a York Region-based business?

There are many delicious products made locally, including the Belgian chocolate delight, Fraktals (fraktals.com) and beer at Arch Brewing (archbrewing.ca). Several wines are also produced in York Region, at locations such as Magnotta (magnotta.com), Applewood Farm (applewoodfarmwinery.com), Holland Marsh (hmwineries.ca) and Willow Springs (willowspringswinery.ca) wineries. ● Make your way to the mall –

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There are plenty of great deals at York Region malls during the holiday season.

Remember, the mall has it all.

Everything you need is under one roof, from clothing and jewelry to sporting goods and video games.

You can also visit Santa Claus, grab a bite to eat at the many restaurants on-site or lounge and ‘people watch’ at a comfy seating area. Two of the biggest malls in York Region are Vaughan Mills (vaughanmills.com) and Newmarket’s Upper Canada (uppercanadamall.com). ● Purchase products online – Unique, locally made arts and crafts are available through the York Region Etsy co-operative group (etsyyorkregion.com), while Newmarket’s CanadaT.com offers a wide variety of clothing options. ● Experience the sites – Does

someone on your list like adventure or getting out for a night? You can stick to traditional themes like movie passes for SilverCity cinemas (cineplex.com), Laser Quest or LaserPlay laser tag (laserquest. com or newmarketlasertag.com), or bowling at Newmarket’s Stellar Lanes (stellarlanes.ca). If art is up their alley, perhaps a membership for Kleinburg’s McMichael Canadian Art Collection (mcmichael. com) would suffice. Or give them a new and unique experience at Legoland Discovery Centre (legolanddiscoverycentre.ca), a group outing at the Bullseye or Bad Axe Throwing facilities (bullseyeaxethrowing.com or badaxethrowing.com) or book a spring walk at Stouffville’s Treetop Trekking (treetoptrekking.com).

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Disposable water bottles out, filling stations in posable bottles have been saved via a digital display.

"Our students and staff members continue to show commitment to taking an active role to support the environment," YRDSB education director Philip Parappally said. "These filling stations let students see the difference they are making in reducing waste."

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Woodbridge chef's healthy food helps fuel TFC's success Vincent Ebuen works as a sous chef for the soccer club

Elite athletes are often careful about what they eat, but that doesn’t mean the food they consume isn’t tasty. TFC sous chef Vincent Ebuen shares two dishes, which score big points with the clubs & players.

Honey Mustard salmon; Serves 4 people Ingredients 16oz salmon filet (4 oz portions) 2 tbsp honey 2 tbsp grainy mustard 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp vegetable oil Salt and pepper to taste Directions Preheat the oven to 400F. Combine the honey, grainy mustard and olive oil in a bowl for the marinade. Season the salmon with salt and pepper. Heat a pan to medium high heat. Add vegetable oil.

Pan-sear the salmon on one side for 2 minutes. Flip and add the marinade on top and finish baking in the oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and serve when ready.

AdAM MArTIN-rObbINs amartinrobbins@yrmg.com Toronto FC fans would, no doubt, be thrilled to get the chance to hang out and swap stories with star striker Sebastian Giovinco or hometown favourite Jonathan Osorio, but for Vincent Ebuen it's just a typical day at work.

The 35-year-old Woodbridge resident works as a sous chef for TFC. "(The players) will come say, 'Hi, good morning,' and let us know about their day and we'll let them know about our day, which is pretty cool," Ebuen said during an interview at his home.

"It's basically like a family atmosphere at TFC. Even Giovinco would come say hi ... and we'd have a little chit-chat about a game he played."

Ebuen, who immigrated to Canada from the Philippines at age eight, grew up in Toronto cooking alongside his father and making meals for his two younger brothers.

His first experience working in a restaurant came in Grade 11 when he did a co-op placement at a high-end Italian restaurant.

But Ebuen didn't find the idea of working long hours in a hot kitchen very appealing so he tried his hand at construction, then he tried business management.

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Vincent Ebuen is chef for the Toronto FC soccer team which is preparing for the MLS Cup finals.

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In 2008, he landed an apprenticeship at Air Canada Centre.

Ebuen spent five years learning his trade in the ACC's various restaurants; Air Canada Club, Hot Stove, Platinum.

One of the highlights from his time there came when Ebuen got to spend a couple of months cooking breakfast for the Raptors in the locker-room.

From there, he jumped to TFC as sous chef, where he does menu planning, food ordering and cooking alongside head chef Elaine Flamenco to ensure the players eat healthy meals that taste good, so they perform at

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"My favourite part of the job is cooking food that I like to cook and trying to make it healthy for the players - giving myself that challenge of I know what I want to cook, but how do I make it healthier," he said.

You might assume cooking for elite athletes, some of whom earn millions of dollars, would be more pressure than working in a posh restaurant; not so, Ebuen says.

"You would think it's more intense because of the guys, but it's not," he said. "They're a very humble group of guys who would eat anything as long as it tastes

good and as long as it's healthy for them."

And the hours are a lot saner too, he noted.

There are some other perks to the job, too, Ebuen said.

For instance, when the TFC squared off against the Impact in Montreal for Game 1 of the MLS Eastern Conference final Nov. 22, Ebuen and his colleagues from the kitchen were in the stands.

TFC President Bill Manning had invited the kitchen staff to come along, rented them a bus and hotel rooms.

"Where in the life of a cook can you do that?" Ebuen said. "As a fan, it was awesome."

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LOCAL EVENTS ● Thursday, December 8

Sewing Christmas Decorations WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WHERE: Holland Landing Public Library, 19513 Yonge St. CONTACT: 905-836-6492, halblas@ egpl.ca COST: $20.00 + $3.00 materials kit Create a variety of decorations, plus a gift-card holder and small Christmas sock. (2 session workshop)

● Friday, December 9

Free Employment Workshops WHEN: 9:30 p.m. to 11:30 a.m. WHERE: The Tannery Mall, 465 Davis Drive CONTACT: Nancy Bendavid, 905-895-7529 Ext.6504, COST: Free Workshops for persons with disabilities. Workshops include resume writing, cover letter, mock interview, job readiness, more.

● Saturday, Dec. 10

Holiday Artisan Pop-Up Market WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE: Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. CONTACT: Clare Bolton, 905-713-1818, www. auroraculturalcentre.ca, info@ auroraculturalcentre.ca COST: Free Meet Gallery Gift Shop artists and purchase from an expanded collection of their unique, handcrafted gifts. Door prizes. All welcome.

One Stop Christmas Shop Craft and Vendor Show WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. CONTACT: Be Unique Events, beuniqueevents@outlook. com COST: Free This event will have everything you need for your friends, family and yourself. Please bring donations of non-perishable food and unwrapped toys.

Tween Scene WHEN: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

WHERE: East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert branch, 19300 Centre St. CONTACT: Heather Alblas, COST: Free Ages eight to 12 years. Drop in. Create your own 3D printed Christmas tree decoration.

Sewing Christmas Decorations (advanced) WHEN: 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: Holland Landing Public Library, 19513 Yonge St. CONTACT: 905-836-6492, , halblas@ egpl.ca COST: $13.00 + $3.00 materials kit.

Create a variety of decorations plus a gift card holder and small Christmas sock. Participants will

use sewing machines and some hand sewing to make several ornaments to hang on the tree or use as a package decoration.

Please register. 1 session.

The Next Generation Leahy WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: Flato Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Blvd. CONTACT: Flato Markham Theatre, 905-3057469, 305_show@markham.ca COST: Prime: $59, Regular: $54 Diamond 4-Pak: $172 Students: $15 Doug Leahy, together with his wife Jennifer and six of their eight children, are keeping the family’s musical traditions alive.

Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir WHEN: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

WHERE: Trinity Anglican Church, 79 Victoria St. CONTACT: 905727-6101, COST: $25 This Christmas Concert, with audience carols, is in aid of Welcome Table, a weekly free meal event for people in need.

● Sunday, December 11

English Handbell Concert WHEN: 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

WHERE: Mount Albert United Church, 41 Alice St. CONTACT: Reverend Mary Joseph, 416902-1953, www.mauc.ca, mary@ maryjoseph.ca COST: Free Rhythm A’ Peal– An afternoon of handbell music with guest musicians and singers. Part of proceeds to go to the food bank.

Partagez le francais Aurora (free) WHEN: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Country Style - BistroDeli, 14980 Yonge Street CONTACT: http://bit.ly/partagez_conversation, partagez. york@yahoo.ca COST: Free This group welcomes adults (francophones to beginners) looking to put their French language conversation skills into action.

● Tuesday, December 13

Newmarket Chamber of Commerce - December Breakfast Networking WHEN: 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. WHERE: Cardinal Golf Club, 2740 Davis Drive West CONTACT: Tyler Nakeff, (905) 898-5900, http:// web.newmarketchamber.ca/ events/December-BreakfastNetworking-1158/details, tyler@ newmarketchamber.ca COST: $25 - $35 Breakfast Networking creates an interactive forum where everyone has an opportunity to participate.

Smart Home Buyer Workshop - Aurora

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WHEN: 9:30 a.m. WHERE: RE/ MAX Hallmark York Group Realty Ltd., 15004 Yonge St. CONTACT: Dennis Paradis, 905-235-4322, www.lovenewmarket.com, dennis@lovenewmarket.com COST: Free Join us at this informative workshop in Aurora every second Tuesday. Learn important insights about buying a home.

● Wednesday, Dec. 14

Wired Wednesday WHEN: 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert branch, 19300 Centre St. CONTACT: Heather Alblas, COST: Free Have a device that isn’t running quite right? What to learn a new tech skill? Come for weekly tech help.

● Thursday, December 15 Sewing Christmas Decorations WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WHERE: Holland Landing Public Library, 19513 Yonge St. CONTACT: 905-836-6492, halblas@ egpl.ca COST: $20.00 + $3.00 materials kit Create a variety of decorations, plus a gift-card holder and small Christmas sock. (2 session workshop) PCCN - Newmarket Prostate Cancer Support Group December Meeting WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WHERE: Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr. CONTACT: Walt Klywak, 905895-1975, www.newmarketprostatecancer.com, wklywak1@ gmail.com COST: Free

Meet and greet at 6:30, with meeting 7 to 9 p.m. Informal evening with dessert pot luck.

Everyone welcome.

PARTAGEZ le français - Newmarket (Free) WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Tim Horton's (Gates of York Plaza), 17310 Yonge St. CONTACT: http://bit. ly/partagez_conversation, partagez.york@yahoo.ca COST: Free This group welcomes adults (francophones to beginners) looking to put their French language conversation skills into action.

PCCN - Newmarket Prostate Cancer Support Group December Meeting WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WHERE: Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr. CONTACT: Walt Klywak, 905895-1975, www.newmarketprostatecancer.com, wklywak1@ gmail.com COST: Free Meet and greet at 6:30, with meeting 7 to 9 p.m. Informal evening with dessert pot luck.

Everyone welcome.

● Saturday, December 17 Children’s Worship Event WHEN: 3 p.m. WHERE: Airborne Trampoline World North, 1166 Gorham St., units 7 and 8 CONTACT: 905-640-1163, www. stouffvilleuc.ca, COST: Free Trampoline/dinner/crafts event starting at the Trampoline Park in Newmarket. We return to the church for dinner and gingerbread house making.

6 things to do this weekend ● Friday, December 9

Heroes and Monsters: A Holiday Concert WHEN: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. WHERE: Trinity Anglican Church, 79 Victoria St. CONTACT: auroracommunityband@gmail.com COST: Adults $10, seniors/students $5 The Aurora Community Band presents holiday entertainment like no other.

● Saturday, December 10

Jingle Bell Walk WHEN: 10 a.m. to WHERE: Hollidge Tract, 16389 Hwy 48 CONTACT: York Region, accessyork@ york.ca COST: Free Learn about the holiday tradition of bells and Christmas trees. Bring a non-perishable food item for the local food bank. Register online.

“Write for Rights”: Human Rights Day 2016 WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WHERE: Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge St. CONTACT: Renee, Aurora-Newmarket Amnesty group, 905-713-6713, http://www. writeathon.ca, COST: Free Join the Aurora-Newmarket Amnesty International group to sign a postcard or write a letter at this annual free drop-in event.

Candlelight Christmas WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WHERE: Whitchurch-Stouffville

Museum, 14732 Woodbine Avenue CONTACT: Julia, 905-727-8954, www.townofws.ca/museum, wsmuseum@townofws.ca COST: Adults: $16 plus tax, Children under 12: $10 plus tax Decorated for the season, the museum’s historic buildings come to life. Visit with Father Christmas and go on a horse-drawn wagon ride.

Chorus York: “Our First Nowell” WHEN: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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● Sunday, December 11

Musical Christmas at Hillary House WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Hillary House, 15372 Yonge St. CONTACT: Erika Mazanik, 905-727-8991, , erika.mazanik@ aurorahs.com COST: $3 for kids, $7 for adults A musical afternoon with Ellen Meyer playing Christmas favourites while you enjoy light refreshments,

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Kids immerse themselves in virtual world

Children make virtual reality glasses Nearby, young Adrian Carcone, 11, makes his own discoveries.

It's a dark Saturday morning "I'm fishing," the Maple resiwith little prospect of outdoor dent says as his mother, Angela play yet the fifteen children gathLeiva-Carcone, laughs from a ered in this Thornhill library chair close by. don't seem to care.

"There's a giant whale," Adri"Yes. I get it. I get it. The virtuan says. al reality is complete," says Ethan In case you think these are Lu, 12, of Markham. worlds only the very young can Lukas Nuzzi, a 9-year-old appreciate, Adrian's dad Tony Maple resident, is engrossed in Carcone proves just as enthuhis own vision. "Wow. Look for siastic as the mini-techies: "Oh the roller coaster," no, you've gotta see he says. this," Tony says to Another child “Virtual reality Angela, as he peers interjects: "I see through his son's is becoming part glasses. two images".

A n o t h e r "Look around of the future. exclaims: "Oh my and see the city," God, this is so I’d rather he be Tony says, refercool." ring to some Lukas pipes up: at the forefront unidentified city on "It's just like you of it.” the other side of his are riding a roller son's lens.

Tony Carcone coaster."

Soon, we hear The children Adrian back in are clustered command of his around tables in the children's glasses say: "Woah, I just went corner of Thornhill's Bathurst into space." Then, a second later: Clark Resource Library discover"I'm going to Chicago." ing and exploring virtual reality.

Tony and Angela have enrolled Librarian Richard Anderson is their son in this kind of makeat the helm, helping them first your-own class at the library assemble virtual reality glasses before. They love the stimulation (out of Google cardboard, speit provides for him and the other cial lenses, tape and, of course, children in the class. a cellphone), then guiding them "It stimulates their brain, their as they discover and explore virmotor skills. It helps with their tual reality during this one-hour social interaction," Angela said. course.

"It does make them think on their "Does anyone know what augown, be creative instead of sitting menting reality is?" he asks them. in front of TV or playing video "Taking another world and using games. It creates a lot of chalit in ours." lenges for them. It brings so much One person suggests more out of him," she said.

Pokémon is an example Tony likes the fact that his son and Anderson agrees. is on the cutting edge, so to speak.

As these children return to "Virtual reality is becoming playing with their glasses, they part of the future," Tony says. prove tough interview subjects.

"I'd rather he be at the forefront When Ethan is asked what he of it." The application of virtual has liked most about this course, reality, it applies to many busihe says: "The end when you get nesses, such as being able to tour to see..." then his voice trails off through your factory globally, he as the young Markham resident says. gazes into his glasses.

"This is a starting point. He A minute or so later, he can research, look for education exclaims: "Ew. I'm looking at a apps," Tony says. dead person right now."

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Lukas Nuzzi, 9, plays around with his virtual reality glasses Nov. 19 during a one hour class at Bathurst Clark Resource Centre. more than a hobby for Adrian, Angela says.

"It could trigger something inside of him," she said.

Perhaps it will direct him to a unique career choice, like being a game maker, she said. "It could inspire him."

Anderson, a digital creations specialist in the children's section of the Bathurst Clark Resource Library, is not surprised by the enthusiasm for his course for 8-12 year old children.

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dom to explore different ways of presenting and exploring technology with children.

"I can take more chances than teachers can. I try to be one step ahead. The maker culture is pervasive throughout most school systems."

In some ways, he feels he has more freedom than even teachers do.

"Educators have benchmarks that have to be met. We have an educational component, but there is fun. I can experiment with

Fraser Institute survey results One York Region school made the annual Fraser Institute top ten list.

The think tank based in British Columbia looked at 2,900 public, Catholic and francophone elementary schools.

The ratings are based on nine academic indicators from the annual provincewide reading, writing and math tests EQAO. S a i n t e - M a r g u e r i t e - B o u rgeoys in Markham is one of nine elementary schools across the province with a perfect score.

The region's top schools include: • Castlemore, St. Francis Xavier, St. Justin Martyr, William Berczy, Buttonville and Coledale in Markham; • Richmond Rose and Silver Stream in Richmond Hill; • Bayview Fairways and Bayview Glen in Thornhill; • and St. Padre Pio in Vaughan.

The region's lowest ranked schools include: Jersey in Georgina, Westminister in Thornhill and Meadowbrook in Newmarket.

The overall report, released this month, shows a trend in declining math scores, but many schools have maintained high levels of success.

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York Region schools Each school was given a ranking out of 10, based on nine academic indicators.

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Pets can have photos taken with Santa at the Ontario SPCA

Local charities get Trillium grants Teresa LaTchford tlatchford@yrmg.com

Teresa LaTchford tlatchford@yrmg.com The Ontario SPCA wants to help you and your furry friends celebrate the holiday season.

The organization's provincial education and animal centre located on Woodbine Avenue is hosting its annual holiday open house and pet photos with Santa event on Dec. 10 between noon and 2 p.m. Pets and their owners can enjoy hot chocolate and festive treats while they visit with Santa.

You can also help with the wish lists of the centre's pets by donating soft dog and cat food, ceramic food bowls, slow feed pet bowls, cat kibble and used leashes, collars, towels and linens.

If you can't make it on Saturday, pets are invited to the Thornhill Community Centre on Dec. 11

Furry friends can bring their humans to meet Santa. from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to meet and have a photo taken with Santa. They can request their favourite treat and all proceeds from the event go to support the Markham Cat

Adoption and Education Centre.

"This is a fun event to get the entire family into the holiday spirit," Ontario SPCA's Tonya Martin said. "Best of all, you will

Nine York Region charities are benefiting from Ontario Trillium Grants.

The province is supporting 152 nonprofit initiatives to help create positive community change over three years. The funding helps the organizations deliver a broad range of projects that make a difference in people's lives.

Specifically in York Region, nine charities will receive funding totalling $1.8 million through the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

The organizations receiving support include: Big Brothers Big Sisters to expand a mentoring program for newcomer youth aged eight to 14.

Ontario Water Centre to launch a program connecting children to the environment at Clearwater Farm on Lake Simcoe.

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also be helping homeless animals by having your pet's photo taken with Santa."

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youth attitudes, behaviours and concerns around substance use.

Community Living Newmarket-Aurora District to provide home supports to people with intellectual disabilities at risk of homelessness.

AIDS Committee of York Region to research the needs of York Region seniors with complex vulnerabilities to design service delivery strategies.

CARITAS School of Life to hire staff for My Second Home, a drop-in program for people with mental health challenges.

The Schwartz Reisman Centre to replicate physical activity programs for children with disabilities aged four to 12.

Healthy Start, Healthy Future Inc. to hire an executive director and offer peer support to parents of youth facing barriers.

Opera York to develop a children's choir as an afterschool project.

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UREPORT

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SANTA ARRIVES IN EAST GWILLIMBURY Winter at Scanlon Creek Conservation Area in Bradford West Gwillimbury is a sight to be seen.

Come out and enjoy a night of Carolling Around the Campfire on Dec. 10.

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Come carol around the campfire BREA BARTHOLET bbartholet@yrmg.com Friends at Scanlon Creek would like to invite you to bring your family out into Bradford West Gwillimbury’s wilderness to spend a magical evening full of holiday spirit at their Carolling Around the Campfire event.

On Dec. 10, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., you can enjoy the park’s beautifully-lit trails during a night hike, cosy up around the campfire for

stories, and cap things off by listening to some live music and Christmas carols.

The nature discovery table will be open for kids to delve into, as they will be able to make their very own pine cone bird feeder craft.

The nighttime activities will give guests the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors alongside some great company. Interested participants are asked to meet at the Nature Centre inside of the Scanlon Creek

Conservation Area, located at 2450 9th Line in BWG. A $10 parking fee per vehicle will be charged at the front gate.

The Friends of Scanlon Creek is a group of volunteers that continue to provide events and natural heritage programs for the public on a regular basis at Scanlon Creek.

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Charlotte Richer, 10, waves to Santa Claus as he passes by during the East Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade held Nov. 13.

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JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com It was record-setting Sunday for Gabrielle Daleman and ice dancers Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier at the Skate Canada Challenge in Pierrefonds, Quebec.

Daleman, a Newmarket resident, set a record for combined score when she finished with 208.85 after a record-setting 139.64 in her freeskate program.

In ice dancing, Gilles and Poirier, a former resident of Unionville, set a national record with 196.58 points. Carolane Soucisse of Chateauguay, Que., and Shane Firus of Barrie, Ont., were second at 167.78.

"We made a lot of improvements," Gilles said on the Skate Canada website. "We wanted to build our confidence going into nationals and it was mission accomplished. The

Canadian record in just icing on the cake."

Daleman finished well ahead of Sarah Tamura of Vancouver (166.45) to capture the ladies' singles event. Still, there is time to enhance her program prior to the Canadian championships to be held Jan. 16 to 22 in Ottawa.

"There's still so much that be can be improved going into nationals and that's a great feeling," said Daleman.

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Aurora Eagles player Ava Lannan skates up ice against Juliana Hutton of the Stouffville Spartans Monday in York Region Athletic Association girls varsity hockey action at the Stouffville Clippers Arena Complex. Aurora won 3-0.

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Dorchester Dragons tame Tigers in prolonged shootout

Hurricanes tighten grip on playoff berth John Cudmore jcudmore@yrmg.com

John Cudmore jcudmore@yrmg.com It took some extra time but the Dorchester Dragons finally tamed a Tiger.

Michael Walsh scored in the seventh round of a shootout to lift the Dragons to a 3-2 victory over the Aurora Tigers in the atom single-A final at the 66th Newmarket Atom Tournament Sunday afternoon at the Magna Centre.

Dorchester erased a pair of one-goal leads on markers by Sam Willsie and Sheldon Geerts in the second and third periods, respectively, to force overtime. Walsh put his backhand move through Aurora netminder Kevin Peck, and Dragons netminder Zack Irvin foiled the final Aurora attempt to end the showdown.

Adam Soliman and Jayden Dosanjh accounted for the Aurora goals.

The Tigers moved into the final with a sweep of their three-game roundrobin series, including a 2-1 victory over Dorchester, and 6-2 semifinal win

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Aurora Tigers fall to dead-last in North-East

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James Young of the Newmarket Redmen AA atom team almost gets one past Rideau St.Lawrence Kings goalie Warren Halpenny during the Newmarket Atom Hockey Tournament at the Magna Centre. over Kingston Canadians.

Meanwhile, third-period goals by Briir Long and Jacob Jutras carried the North Bay Trappers to a 5-3 victory over the Newmarket Redmen in the minor atom double-A series final.

Hudson PrisedDuquette, Grayden Robertson-Palmer and Cameron Chiasson scored the other goals for North Bay, which avenged a 3-1 loss to Newmarket in round-robin

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Kyson Paterson, Josh Sirry and Andrew Kobryn answered for Newmarket.

In the minor atom single-A final, Lucas Marshall scored twice in the third period as the Innisfil Winterhawks edged Bradford Bulldogs 4-2 in the final.

Tyler Bailie and Wyatt Leblanc also scored for the Winterhawks. Gavin Crane had both goals for Bradford.

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In the atom double-A final, Vaughan Rangers edged Orleans Cumberland Jr. Grads 3-2 in a shootout as Matteo Papasodaro connected for the winning goal in the seventh round.

Aidan Frisone and Rory Sederoff scored in regulation time for Vaughan.

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Trio of builders enters YRSA Hall of Fame

JOhn CudmORe jcudmore@yrmg.com Three men credited with building the sport of soccer in their communities were inducted into the York Region Soccer Association's Hall of Fame Friday night.

Jim Richardson, Alfons Rubbens and Wyn Hughes were all inducted into the hall at a dinner and induction held at Le Parc in Thornhill.

Here is a bit about these builders of the sport: Jim Richardson As a youth, Richardson played the sport at the youth level and in 1942 was invited to join West Ham United. After a post-war posting in Germany, Richardson joined his family

which had moved to Canada and ultimately moved to Newmarket in the early 1950s.

Credited with helping establish soccer in Newmarket, Richardson was instrumental in forming and developing the Newmarket & District Soccer League. He stretched his involvement in the sport to the Ontario Football Association, elected as vice-president and was appointed director of coaching and referee development.

Over his career, he served as VP for the Ontario Soccer Association for 17 years, and was president of the NDSL which has provided soccer for adults in York Region and Simcoe County.

He was appointed manager of the Canadian national team for the 1970 men's World Cup qualifying rounds.

Robinson moved to British Columbia in 1972 where he worked with the provincial government in developing soccer and later was appointed to oversee all Games sports. He currently

resides in Chilliwack.

Wyn Hughes Hughes, who now lives in Seaforth, came to Canada from his native Wales in 1974. He started coaching youth soccer in 1978 and one year later took over the role of house league convenor. Now 69, Hughes joined the Markham Soccer Club board of directors as

a vice-president in 1980 and served in various capacities for 30 years.

Hughes was a driving force in the acquisition of an indoor soccer facility at Mount Joy Community Centre in the 1990s, including negotiating a $100,000 donation from the Town of Markham toward the construction of the indoor facility.

Alfons Rubbens A resident of Stouffville since the late 1960s, Alfons Rubbens was central in founding the Whitchurch Stouffville Soccer Club in 1977.

A native of The Netherlands, the 84-year-old made connections to existing programs in nearby York Region communities to cull competition for teams on

which his children played, laying the foundation to the York Region Soccer Association.

He also founded Inside Soccer magazine in 1982 and in 2012 received a meritous service award from the Ontario Soccer Association in 2012 to recognize his influence he has made in soccer in province.

Meanwhile, long-time volunteer Cesare Tripodo received a Meritorious Award to recognize his 35 years of service as a coach in several YRSA communities, including East Gwillimbury, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Woodbridge and Vaughan, and as a director for the East Gwillimbury Soccer Club, including six years as president, and York Region Soccer League.

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Richardson at home in soccer association hall of fame

An older gentleman walks into the offices of the Newmarket Soccer Club one day a few years ago.

Long since relocated to another community but on a visit home, he wonders if the newsletter he once received from the club can be restored, just so he can keep in touch. Despite a chilly reception, he does take note of the plaque over the one of the office doors bearing his name. The busy woman who doesn't have a minute to chat has no idea.

Here's where it pays to know your own history.

Without Jim Richardson, there would have been no Newmarket Soccer Club, at least for a few years. Who knows how long, really?

Surely the sport would eventually take roots and flourished in the community at some point.

His efforts were recognized for his work with induction Friday night into the York Region Soccer Association's hall of fame.

john cudmore Cuddy Shark He was inducted along with Alfons Rubbens and Wyn Hughes.

Richardson was a pioneer for soccer in Newmarket after moving into the community in the early 1950s. He was instrumental in the formation of what would become the Newmarket & District Soccer League for adults and registering it with the Ontario Football Association, an organization that he went on to serve as president.

He later served as president of the Newmarket Soccer Club and vice-president of the Ontario Soccer

Association, too.

That he was not recognized that day in the NSC office? Well, the 91-yearold smiles and shrugs his shoulders as only a lifetime member since 1968 can do.

Time does move on. Faces change. Volunteers come and go.

"I just mentioned that I was Jim Richardson and living in Chilliwack, B.C. and the guy that started this thing," recalled Richardson. "I was horrified but put it down to one person, not the entire club."

He was a visitor to the present NSC offices last week and received a much warmer reception, even walking away with a club scarf.

"He started the whole thing in Newmarket," recalled Ben Steenhorst, a long-time friend, who met Richardson in 1958 and has remained pals since.

"There was no soccer until he started it in 1954. Guys in Aurora made a team and

guys in Newmarket made a team. It went from there."

It's difficult in this age of ultra-organization and structure to envision a landscape without teams lined up in their colourful jerseys and playing on lined and defined fields. Yet organized sports were not even a gleam in anyone's eye in the mid-1950s.

Richardson recalls a time when he and his Monkswood Crescent neighbours would kick a ball around across town at the Newmarket Fairgrounds. He answered an advertisement in the Newmarket Era calling for adult players. Meeting up with a small group of similar-minded fellows at Pickering College, he recruited his neighbours and the group found a couple of other interested chaps.

Presto! Team formed.

"I had always played soccer, even for the RAF," recalled Richardson, in town last week for his

induction into the YRSA Hall of Fame dinner in Thornhill. "People just got interested in the three or four of us kicking the ball around."

Before he volunteered for the Royal Air Force, Richardson had received an invite to join West Ham's youth program. World War II intervened. Following a post-war assignment to Germany he followed the rest of his family, first to Quebec, then made his own way to Toronto, then Newmarket.

The small group of players blossomed as contacts from other centres were encouraged to start teams in their communities. As they did, and participating municipalities increased, the NDSL started to take form.

In time, as their families started to flourish, they extended the sport to their children.

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Richardson was attracted by the organizing and managerial aspects of the sport. In later years, he assembled the Ontario team which competed at the inaugural Canada Summer Games, ultimately winning silver.

In 1967, he was appointed manager of the Canadian national men's team for the 1970 World Cup qualifying process although the team failed to advance.

After moving to British Columbia in 1972, he was heavily involved in amateur sport in that province, initially for soccer.

But he always had a spot in Newmarket where he could feel comfortable and that was anywhere near a soccer pitch.

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YRAA volleyball set serves up aces

Christian Borissov St. Theresa Lisieux Lions Position: Right side.

Grade: 12 Club team: Does not play club.

Highlights: Led Lions in a comeback from an eightpoint deficit against Pierre Elliott Trudeau Trailblazers by serving up nine consecutive points.

Strengths: Excellent serve and passing skills; versatility allows him to play left or right side and middle; quiet leader.

Future plans: Hoping to study kinesiology at University of Toronto or York University.

Coach says: "Christian has outstanding fundamental skills," said Lions' coach John Spicer of his team captain. "He uses both a spin and jump float serve.

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Grade: 12 Club team: Storm Thunder VC, Under-18.

Highlights: Captain of Mulock's first regional champion and OFSAA participant; Ravens won gold at McMaster University high school invitational and BurOak tournaments; reached semifinals at Triple-A OFSAA. Strengths: Excellent at strategic aspects of the game and thinks game well.

Future plans: Hopes to play at the university level in Canada.

Coach says: "Antho is a leader on and off the court," said head coach Irene Skanderis. "He pushes teammates to do their best."

Andrew Jones Mulock Ravens Position: Outside left.

Grade: 12 Club team: Storm Thunder VC, Under-18.

Highlights: Ravens won gold at McMaster University high school invitational and BurOak tournaments; won Mulock's first regional championship and OFSAA berth; reached semifinals at Triple-A OFSAA. Strengths: Passing skills and ball control Future plans: Will represent Jamaica at junior world championships next summer in Mexico ... Has signed letter of intent to attend York University.

Coach says: "Jonesy is probably one of the most powerful outside hitters in the province," said head coach Irene Skanderis.

"He's been instrumental in the Ravens' success at Mulock."

JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com Spikes alive!

It was a highly competitive season in the York Region Athletic Association's boys senior volleyball Tier 1 league, capped by the Mulock Ravens' terrific run to the semifinal round at the 20-team Ontario Federation of Schools Athletic Association championship tournament in Burlington.

The following are the YRAA all-stars chosen in a poll of 19 coaches at the Tier 1 level.

Michael Lan Richmond Hill Raiders Position: Setter.

Grade: 12.

Club team: Does not play club.

Highlights: An undefeated season leading to a YRAA championship game berth.

Strengths: The lefthander is a force at the net and has terrific blocking skills; calming influence on the court.

Future plans: Plans to study kinesiology at Canadian university.

Coach says: "Michael is just starting to realize he's excelling at this sport and has worked hard this season, and is an extremely coachable kid," said head coach Courtney Irving, noting Lan - who also plays basketball - has never played at the club level.

Ariel Sirota Vaughan Voyageurs Position: Power.

Grade: 12 Club team: Leaside Thunder Under-18.

Highlights: Voyageurs defeated division top-seeded Pierre Elliott Trudeau Trailblazers twice this season, including playoffs.

Strengths: Ball control and accurate shot skills.

Future plans: Plans to study math and stats or accounting at Ontario university.

Coach says: "Ari has largely been the centre of our team the last four years," said head coach Gavin Howe. "We have built around him as the centrepiece. He's been a starter since Grade 9 on our varsity team."

Sean Spencer Richmond Hill Raiders Position: Left side.

Grade: 12.

Club team: Storm Thunder VC, Under-18.

Highlights: Repeat allstar from 2015; Raiders won St. Jean de Brebeuf Black Bears tournament; served four straight aces in YRAA semifinal victory over Markham.

Strengths: Well-rounded player with excellent passing and serving skills, Future plans: Plans to play at Royal Military College and train as a pilot.

Coach says: "Sean is fundamentally sound and knows the game well," said head coach Courtney Irving. "He leads with his crazy attacking."

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NEWMARKET- JAN. 1st. Furnished. Quiet, shared house close to amenities. Cable, wifi, p a r k i n g, l a u n d r y, cleaning service, pool, utilities $650 inclusive! Working male professional. References. 416-918-9044.

AURORA BACHELOR d o w n t o n Yo n g e Street, upper, bright, with heat, appliances, parking. No pets, no smoking. Immediate $950. + hydro. Call Ron, 705-308-0415

L A RG E BAC H E LO R apartment suitable for single, all new, large walk-in closet no pets/ no smoking, first and last, references, letter of employment.

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AURORA. TWO Bedroom apartment. 36 Mac h e l l A v e . Yo n g e / Wellington. Clean, quiet building. large balcony. elevator, live-in super intendant, parking, laund r y, s t o r a g e. $ 1 4 9 5 AURORA THREE bed- inclusive. Available Feb. room apartment on main 1st. 416-876-3620 floor of century home, one bathroom, close to transportation, two car AURORADOWNTOWN parking available, no Yonge Street, 1 bedsmoking/ pets no excepupper bright, tions, newly renovated, room, heat, appliances. available now, $1500/ with No smoking, no pets, month inclusive, first no parking. Immediand last, reply should ate. $1050 + hydro. come to creelmanren- Call Ron, tals@gmail.com 705-308-0415 905-727-6763

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NEWMARKET, 2 bedroom walkout basement apartment, large living/dining room, appliances, laundry, 2 p a r k i n g, b a c k ya rd $1100+ 416-721-6001

BRADFORD, APARTMENT, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 6-plex, second floor. Parking. Close to schools, transportation and shopping. $950 inclusive. Available Jan. 1, 2017. Call 905-775-7179.

NEWMARKET LARGE updated, 1 & 2 bedro o m u n i t s. Q u i e t building. Laundr y, parking facilities. No smoking. From $1000. Please call 647-704-0220.

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CABIN, COZY bachelor size, north of Bradford, HOLLAND LANDING, 2 fully insulated, stove and bedroom bungalow, A/C, fridge, no pets, country gas heat, 1 car garage, 5 living, suitable for single new appliances, lamiperson. $575. nate/ tile throughout, 705-456-2243 close to schools/ transit. $1,400+. Avail. February JANUARY 1, 2 bedroom 1st. 905-960-9990 walk out basement apt, seperate entrance, parking, no smokers, no pets, cable avail, 1st and NEWMARKET2-STOREY last, references, $1100 S e m i , 3 b e d r o o m s , inclusive, 905-836-9284 W h o l e h o u s e , n e w laminate, private lot, laundry, no smoking, available now, $1,500 Houses for Rent plus utilities, call 905-715-3105.

AURORA, BAYVIEW/WELLINGTON Semi Detached, 2200 Sqft. 3 Bedroom plus 4 bathrooms, plus office/ finished basement. Open concept kitchen/family room. Laminate flooring, 5 appliances.

Available January 1st. No smoking/pets $1950 plus utilities. 416-732-7216 NEWMARKET Semi, 3 bedroom close to transit and all amenities. $1250 +utilities. 905-830-2915

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of DAVID RALPH DIENO, in his personal capacity and/or David Dieno carrying on business as Dave's Diesel Services and/or Dave's Equipment & Truck Repair, late of Holland Landing, who died on or about the 29th day of May 2016, must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before the 6th day of Januar y 2017 thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

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All persons having claims as creditors against the estate of the above mentioned, late of the Town of Newmarket, in the Regional Municipality of York, who died at the said Town of Newmarket, on March 19, 2015, are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before February 6, 2017.

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LAMONT, Helen The family sadly announces the passing of Helen Elizabeth Lamont o n Tu e s d ay, D e ce m b e r 6 , 2 0 1 6 , i n S to u f f v i l l e at Co u nt r y H o m e Ca re, with her children by her side. Helen was the sixth and youngest child of Morris Pakozdy and Mar y Meyer Pakozdy and was born in Welland, Ontario on February 16, 1930. She is predeceased by her husband, George L a m o n t a n d l a t e r b y N o r m Le g g e and Ed McMullen. She leaves behind her children Laurie ( Wayne Douglas), M o r r i s ( D o r o t h y ) , B o n n i e ( D r. F. Moore) and George (Heather); grandchildren Holly (Brian Hagan), H e a t h e r ( K e i t h M i tc h e l l ) , Z a c h a r y, E l i j a h , Vi c t o r i a , K a i t l y n , A l e x a n d Jack; and by great-grandchildren S ophie - Claire and Er ic Hagan, and Jaxon Mitchell. Helen was a St. Joseph's Nursing graduate (1950) and worked at Welland Count y General Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital in Toronto, later at what is now Southlake Regional Health Centre and then as a community health nurse for the Region of York.

She was on the Immunization Team there and greatly enjoyed travelling to area schools. Helen retired in Newmarket where she enjoyed some travelling and the company of h e r f r i e n d s a n d f a m i l y. Th e f a m i l y would like to extend their appreciation to all of the very caring s t a f f a n d m a n a g e m e nt o f Co u nt r y H o m e C a r e l o c a t e d i n S t o u f f v i l l e, O n t a r i o. T h e i r e xc e l l e n t c a r e f o r Mom and our family will not be f o r g o t t e n . We w o u l d a l s o l i k e t o extend our most heartfelt thanks to N i co l e Pa r k e r, o f N e w m a r k e t, w h o made it possible for Mom to stay in her own home up until the last 2 years.

A f u n e ra l m a s s w i l l b e h e l d at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 17955 Leslie Street, Newmarket on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 1 p.m. w i t h o n e h o u r o f v i s i t a t i o n p r i o r.

M e m o r i a l d o n at i o n s m ay b e m a d e to the CNIB of Canada. Arrangements entrusted to Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home in Newmarket. www.roadhouseandrose.com

HILLIER, Reginald In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away on December 10, 1996.

Sadly missed along life's way Quietly remembered every day No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts he's always there. ~ Sadly missed by Mildred; Darlene, Lindsay and Lauren; Jeff, Sandy, Ryan and Shane.

CAWTHORNE, Kenneth Passed away peacefully at Southlake Residential Village in Newmarket on Th u r s d ay, D e ce m b e r 1, 2016 at 90 years of age. Beloved husband of Pauline (nee Jones) of 67 years.

Loving father of Gar y (Danielle) and Stephen (Audrey). Proud grandfather o f G o rd o n ( M a l l o r y ) , A n d re w, a n d J e n n i fe r ( J u s t i n ) . B ro t h e r to I re n e and John. Uncle to Martin and gre at- u n c l e to B ra n d o n a n d R ya n .

K e n n e t h w i l l b e m i s s e d b y m a ny, including his long-time friends John and Rochelle Henderson; and Margaret and Maurice Gillon. A talented craftsman, Kenneth was also a passionate builder and gardener, who left his stamp on the wo r l d a ro u n d h i m . Vi s i t at i o n to o k place at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 6th from 12-1 p.m. with a service beginning at 1 p.m.

Interment at Newmarket Cemeter y.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Southlake Residential Village.

GOLDSMITH, Ralph Ralph Louis Goldsmith passed away peacefully, at the West Parr y Sound Health Centre on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Age 89 years.

Beloved husband of the late Barbara Joan (Ryder) Goldsmith. Loving father of Cynthia Paddock (Rober t), Michele Goldsmith (Andy Bacon), and Suzette McRoberts (Kevin).

Loving grandfather of Celina, Lynette, Caleb, S arah, R ober t, and Natalie. Dear brother of the late Margaret Neufeld. Dear brother-inl aw o f G e o rg e R yd e r a n d t h e l a te Thomas, Neil, and Alicia Ryder Nesbitt. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends. Dad will be re m e m b e re d fo r h i s k i n d n e s s, h i s s i n g i n g, a n d re c i t a l o f p o e t r y. H e w i l l b e d e a r l y m i s s e d. Fa m i l y w i l l receive visitors at the Logan Funeral Home, 81 James Street, Parry Sound (705-746-5855) on Sunday, December 4th, between the hours of 1:00 3:00 p.m., and on Monday, December 5th from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Funeral Service in the Logan Memorial Chapel on Monday, December 5th, at 1:00 p.m. Interment Hillcrest Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, d o n a t i o n s t o L a k e l a n d Lo n g Te r m Care, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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BAILLIE, Sharon Lisa July 29, 1954 - December 1, 2016 Loving wife of Gord and mother of sons Jeff and Dan. Loving sister to Leslie and twin sister Sherri.

Predeceased by her mother Mildred Cuthber t. Celebration of life to be held at the Aurora Legion. Service on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please make a d o n at i o n to Th e H e a r t a n d St ro k e Foundation and The MS Societ y of Canada.

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FERGUSON, William Samuel February 2, 1918 - November, 30 2016 Long time employee ( VP) of Leslie Bros. (Black & McDonald); Bill passed a w a y p e a c e f u l l y i n h i s 9 9 t h y e a r.

Beloved husband of the late Bernice ( Wilson). Dear brother of Cliff, Ken (deceased) and Bernice (deceased).

Loving father to Gail, Bill (Kathy) and Rick (Sandra), ( Terry). Grandfather to Kirsten (Benjamin Day), Hayley (Phil Holder), Stephanie, Jason and Nick.

Great-grandfather to Mackenzie, Mason and Marek. A memorial took place on Sunday, December 4th at Ta y l o r Fu n e r a l H o m e, N e w m a r k e t .

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