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York drivers have longest GTA commute Average York worker spends 32 minutes getting to job, compared to 23 minutes in Durham BY LISA QUEEN

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eel like you spend way too much time in your car driving to work? It’s not your imagination. York Region has the highest car ownership rates and the longest commute times in the Greater Toronto Area. “We like to own our cars in York Region. We have the highest car ownership of the five municipalities in the GTA,” Brian Titherington, the region’s director of roads and traffic operations, told a committee meeting last Thursday. The average York household owns 1.86 vehicles. That tops Toronto, where the average household owns 1.12 cars, Peel Region, where the average is 1.67 cars, Halton

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Region, with an average of 1.78, and Durham Region, where the average is 1.79. York residents also spend the most time commuting to work in the GTA, Titherington said. The average York worker spends 32.1 minutes getting to work, compared to only 23.6 minutes in Durham, 27.8 minutes in Toronto, 30.3 minutes in Peel and 30.5 minutes in Halton. York commuters spend the most time getting to work even though their average travel distance is only 21 kilometres, putting

the region ahead of Toronto’s 13.2 kilometres and Peel’s 19 kilometres, but less than Halton’s 26.4 kilometres and Durham’s 30.1 kilometres. Public opinion surveys indicate traffic congestion is the No. 1 concern of York residents, according to Newmarket Chamber of Commerce president Debra Scott. Through funding from Metrolinx, York Region and the Town of Newmarket, the chamber runs Smart Commute Central York, one of 13 transit management associations in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, including associations in Markham-Richmond Hill and north Toronto-Vaughan. The associations encourage sustainable transportation choices such as carpooling, transit, walking and cycling, to improve traffic congestion.

Data show in the last 12 months, initiatives promoted by Smart Commute Central York, which takes in the region’s Northern Six municipalities, have reduced single-vehicle trips by more than 25,000, which would be enough cars to fill the parking lot at Upper Canada Mall five times, Scott said. “Traffic congestion certainly has health impacts on people not fortunate enough to work close to where they live and I think communities are impacted as well, in that people don’t have as much time to volunteer and get involved in their local communities,” she said, adding congestion also negatively affects a business’ ability to move goods. “It has far-reaching effects, whether it’s See page A8.

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Council moved by video honouring vets Film is 150th committee’s final legacy project BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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Col. Len Wines salutes as students from St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School pay tribute during Aurora’s annual Remembrance Day ceremony held at the Aurora Cenotaph and War Memorial Peace Park on Wednesday.

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Residents file complaints about sales tactics BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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oor-to-door sales companies may have a new set of rules to contend with in Aurora. In October, the town sent out a warning after receiving complaints from residents about a door-to-door water treatment sales companies calling and canvassing local neighbourhoods. According to comments received by the town, the individuals claimed they worked for the municipality, were water-meter readers and told residents they needed to conduct a mandatory inhouse water test. The release issued by the town reminded residents it does not sell or endorse water treatment equipment for residents using the municipal water service and that the safety and quality of the local water supply meets or exceeds the

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requirements under the Ontario drinking water regulations set by the province. Spurred by the recent complaints, constituent reports and his own experiences, Aurora Councillor Tom Mrakas asked for council support to have town staff report back on rules, regulations for outright banning the practice. “As a council, we have a responsibility to look out for our community, especially for those who are most vulnerable,” Mrakas said. “There are a lot of hard-working businesses that use this sales method, but we just want to make sure See page A7.

Mulock GO train station being explored

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potential GO Transit train station at Mulock Drive is being considered by Metrolinx, says a representative from the provincial transportation authority. Metrolinx chief planning officer Leslie Woo said the site is among more than 50 being considered for new stations. A shortlist of potential sites will be created over the next few months and a recommended slate of new stations will be determined in the spring. “We are expanding the length and amount of rail service,” she said, during a presentation to Newmarket’s committee of the whole Monday.

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“GO regional express rail is a major step for the type of mobility we’re going to see across this region. Getting to this level of service requires a significant amount of infrastructure investment.” Over the next few years, GO will add about 150 kilometres of track throughout its network and increase service along the Barrie line — from 12 trains to about 32 on weekdays and zero to nearly 29 on weekends, Woo said. Metrolinx is also investigating potential locations

for passing track infrastructure north of Aurora, and the space requirements that would be needed for a third track up to the East Gwillimbury GO station, she said. The presentation was made at the request of councillors, who wanted to discuss plans for future rail enhancements along six kilometres of track within the municipality. The Tannery Mall hub, level See page A8.

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he past, present and future united at town hall on Remembrance Day and brought those watching it to tears. On the heels of the Town of Aurora’s Sesquicentennial anniversary, the celebration committee recommended the creation of a video that would help all ages honour those who have fought, are currently fighting or will fight for the country. The committee’s final legacy project is a 31-minute video that touches on the history of the First World War and allows Second World War and contemporary veterans as well as Silver Cross mothers to share their stories. The video also touches on the future of cadets. “During that silence on remembrance day don’t think

I’ll get back to that thought and tell my friend after,” one local cadet said on film. “Think about what they (soldiers) must have been through, what they were feeling.” It was an emotional ride creating the video but 2 Thumbs Up Productions director and producer Joe Costa didn’t hesitate when he had the opportunity to take the project on. “It sounded like a simple project but when I started to delve into the research, there were so many ways we could take it,” he said. “I wanted to make something that could help people make a connection on Remembrance Day, even if they don’t know anyone who has served.” When he was young, he would sit in silence during the annual Remembrance Day

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Last chance to volunteer for Santa Under Stars parade BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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If you want to participate in the annual Santa Under the Stars Parade, you have one more day to fill out an application. The annual event, featuring Santa Claus and his reindeer, will travel south on Yonge Street from Orchard Heights Boulevard to Murray Drive in Aurora Nov. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. Residents and visitors are encouraged to dress up in their winter woolies with a cup of hot chocolate to help welcome the guy in the big red suit to Aurora. But for those looking to participate in the parade, the application deadline is tomorrow. To fill out an application, visit aurora.ca/ santaparade

plex, 135 Industrial Pkwy. N. The SARC will offer a public skate from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and a public leisure swim from 2 to 4 p.m. The AFLC is offering use of the indoor walking track and outdoor skate park from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., indoor rock climbing wall from 1 to 3 p.m., RBC Learn to Play Zone and open gym nine to 17 years of age from 2 to 4 p.m., drop in at The Loft featuring a double shot basketball challenge for 12 to 17 years of age from 1 to 4 p.m. and a day at Club Aurora Fitness Centre from 1 to 5 p.m. for youths ages 12 to 17. For more information, contact Loriann Ierullo at lierullo@aurora. ca or 905-726-4763.

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Albert Arcand (from right), Eleanor Thomson, Cliff Davies and Dorothy Gummersall take a moment of remembrance and reflection during Aurora’s Sunday Remembrance Day ceremony at the cenotaph.

On Nov. 21, Canadian communities are trying to get people moving. The Town of Aurora will offer various free events for local youths and residents to celebrate. The events are being held at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex, 1400 Wellington St. E., and the Aurora Family Leisure Com-

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‘With all do respect to the N6, if there is an opportunity for us to adopt a cheaper and more effective way to collect garbage, I’m prepared to ditch the N6 to ensure our residents are taken care of.’ The N6 communities hope to select a provider by the spring of 2016. Further cost savings could be found by making all of the waste collection rules and regulations the same across the municipalities, with the most significant being bag limits and bag tags. “In reading this (report), it sounds like the intent is to reduce the bag limit to two and implement a bag tag program where people would pay for extra bags (of garbage). Is this correct?” Councillor Michael Thompson asked. Simanovskis explained aligning the rules as well as the bag limits would improve efficiencies and would result in savings.

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A new waste collection contract could kick Aurora’s three-garbage-bag limit to the curb. Aurora currently shares a waste collection contract with York Region’s northern six municipalities, including East Gwillimbury, Georgina, Newmarket, WhitchurchStouffville and King and since the program’s inception, $1 million per year has been saved over previous contract costs. The current agreement is set to expire in 2017 and town staff is already preparing the new contract with the goal of having the documents ready before the end of the year, according to a report presented by infrastructure and environmental services director Ilmar Simanovskis.

However, the final decision on the matter would still be that of council and he intends to write a report to begin the discussion. “With the different bag limits across the municipalities, this isn’t something that will happen quickly,” he said. “It could happen in one year, two years or it may not even happen at all.” The current bylaw hasn’t changed; this is just the beginning phases of a conversation. Any opportunity to improve the savings or contract would be presented to council in a future report. Thompson reminded council of the clear garbage bag initiative that saw residents lined up to speak at the podium in council chambers and expressed the need to ensure the community is informed and engaged during any decision-making process, especially if it will mean a significant change. “It’s not my decision; it’s just an opportunity to bring this forward to see if the community is in support of going this direction,” Simanovskis said. “I’m expecting this to be a 12-to-18-month process.” Councillor Paul Pirri pointed out the town is becoming more urbanized and other municipalities have found significant savings by switching to collection trucks with arms to pick up large bins rather than using the traditional by-hand collection method. Simanovskis confirmed Newmarket and Aurora would benefit from the switch, but the others would not. As a collective, less would be saved if the N6 had two different collection methods, therefore, the preference is to stick with the current blue box program. “With all do respect to the N6, if there is an opportunity for us to adopt a cheaper and more effective way to collect garbage, I’m prepared to ditch the N6 to ensure our residents are taken care of,” Pirri said. According to the report, further efficiencies could also be realized through the operation of a joint call centre.

Current N6 residential garbage bag limits every other week and bag tag fees: Aurora - 3 bags and no bag tag program East Gwillimbury - 2 bags and no bag tag program Georgina - 1 bag, $1 tags resulting in $160,000 revenue in 2015 King - 2 bags, $1 tags resulting in $20,000 revenue in 2015 Newmarket - 3 bags, $2.40 tags with $35,000 revenue collected in 2015 Whitchurch-Stouffville - 3 bags, $2 tags with $11,600 in revenue collected in 2015

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TOP 10 ITEMS YOU NEED TO BE WINTER-READY Like it or not, winter is coming and that means you should ensure your vehicle is stocked with these must-haves before the snow flies BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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You’ve hopped into your car in only jeans and a sweater despite the bitter cold temperatures outside. Making the effort to bundle up seemed unnecessary since you were just popping out to grab some milk at the store. As you pull out of your garage, the blowing snow engulfs your car and makes visibility close to nil. Suddenly, the engine quits and you pull to the shoulder. Your efforts to restart the car produce nothing. You check your cellphone, it’s dead and the closest home you see is at least a 15-minute walk, which will feel like an eternity in running shoes and your nonwinterized wardrobe. While the snow has yet to fly, CAA spokesperson Silvana Aceto wants drivers to think ahead. “Drivers need to be prepared before an event happens,” she said. “Weather and unexpected situations can occur when you least expect them.” Often, drivers get caught without the basic winter tools in their car, such as a snowbrush to clean off the windshield. She recommends putting your winter junk in your trunk before the snow starts to fall because it is better to have it and not use it than need it and not have it. Aceto and York Regional Police spokesperson Andy Pattenden compiled a list of items you should keep in your trunk over the winter months:

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Salt, sand or even kitty litter can help you out of a slippery situation. If you are stuck in a snowdrift or on ice and the wheels are spinning, simply spread the aid behind or in front of the tires (depending what direction you are driving), to give them some added grip. For the environmentally conscious, crushed lava rocks can be found at most hardware and auto-parts stores.

An extra pair of gloves, jacket, hat, scarf and footwear could help keep you warm in case you are waiting for a tow truck or have to walk to find help. You may not always be able to use the car’s heater to stay warm.

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Cold and damp weather put strain on your car battery as it affects the chemical process inside the battery that stores electricity by slowing it down. This reduces the battery’s ability to retain a charge. Make sure you know how to use the cables properly; incorrect connections could spell disaster for both cars.

A good-quality flashlight is essential if you find yourself in trouble on a dark winter night. A model with an amber flashing light to attract the attention of other motorists is best. Pack some extra batteries or a rechargeable unit that can be plugged into your car’s power outlet because cold temperatures will drain the batteries more quickly.

A basic first aid kit

Having a small shovel on hand could make the difference between driving out of a snow bank and having to wait for a tow truck.

Whether you purchase a small travel kit or make your own, ensure it contains an assortment of bandages, gauze, antibiotic ointment, antiseptic towelettes, alcohol prep pads, examination gloves, tape, plastic tweezers, scissors, trauma dressings, an emergency rescue blanket, safety pins and a first aid manual.

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Visibility is key to safe winter driving. Be sure to have the tools you need to clear all the vehicle’s windows of snow and ice, even if the weather is bright and sunny when you’re leaving the house. Also, don’t forget to clean the roof of your vehicle to prevent blowing snow from blocking other drivers’ sight lines.

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Windshield washer fluid Everyone has been caught without it at one point or another, but creeping up behind the truck in front of you so its tires kick up enough slush to clean your windshield isn’t exactly a safe option. Instead, keep a spare jug on hand.

Bottled water and snacks

A charged cellphone

If you slip off the road or your car breaks down, you never know how long you will have to wait to be rescued or for a tow truck to arrive.

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 From bottom of staircase up: Hillary House administration and membership co-ordinator Mary Beth Hess, Christine Valentini holding Borealis, Hillary House curator Erika Mazanik, Claire D’Aurore holding Pavot 2 and Deborah Campo holding Monarch. All will be on display during Art at the Manor until March 31.

Commitment follows Expert Advisory Panel on Homelessness report BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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The Ontario government hopes to wipe out chronic homelessness over the next 10 years. The province’s commitment comes on the heels of the release of A Place to Call Home, a report from the Expert Advisory Panel on Homelessness that was established by the government to provide advice on how to achieve the goal under Ontario’s Poverty Reduction Strategy. Hearing from 40 presenters representing 15 subpopulations such as youth, LGBTTQ, seniors, women and more, the panel recommended the province adopt the Federal Homelessness Partnering Strategy definition of chronic homelessness that includes all who have been homeless for six months or more in the past year.

PEDRO BARATA: United Way Toronto York Region’s vice-president of communications says the province’s announcement is a big step forward.

‘An issue like this needs to be a priority. This issue is too important and needs to be moved on now.

the province will work on a development strategy to implement an action plan to reach its goal. Most importantly, the province has committed to collecting data, as per the panel’s recommendation, to ensure the steps being taken are making a quantifiable difference. “The numbers will be published every year,” Newmarket-Aurora MPP Chris Ballard said. “If the numbers aren’t declining, we can tweak the programing or funding.” Not only is finding a solution the moral and ethical thing to do, but economically it could save the province a bundle of cash. Ballard was shown the broken down medical costs of caring for someone who lives on the street and he remembers at least one case where the bill was upwards of $1 million. Right off the bat, the province plans to boost the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative, CHPI, by adding $10 million on top of the current $587 million allocated for 2016. With the $43 million in funding York Region has received from CHPI since 2012, it has offset the cost of rent, brick and mortar and taken on projects like Belinda’s Place shelter for women.

Homelessness isn’t just living on the street, but can be hidden, including people who are couch surfing and sharing homes, according to United Way Toronto York Region vice-president of communications Pedro Barata who sat on the advisory panel. “Homelessness is a very complex issue,” he said. “It can be the result of lack of affordable housing, income insecurity, domestic violence and all of these add up to a picture that isn’t simple.” However, Barata believes the province has taken a giant step toward finding a solution by adopting a clear definition to allow the collection of focused data and to put all sectors working to end homelessness on the same page. While a 10-year goal is ambitious, Barata feels it is a realistic target. A number of investments such as funding shelters, creating affordable housing and boosting mental health supports will be needed. “An issue like this needs to be a priority,” he said. “This issue is too important and needs to be moved on now.” In the coming months, Barata expects

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Get your fill of colour before the winter sets in. Members of the Aurora Artists Studio Tour are using every colour of the rainbow during their first exclusive showing at Aurora’s Hillary House National Historic Site located on Yonge Street. Traditionally hosted in the summer months, the Aurora Historical Society has presented Art at the Manor to exhibit pieces created by local artists who are influenced by the world around them. “Because of the large Pan Am Games exhibit, we had to switch things around a little and host the event in the fall,” Hillary House curator Erika Mazanik explained. “This will also be the first time we hang a banner from our new banner pole featuring some of the works for the event.” The art pieces, created by 12 Aurora AST artists, will be hung and displayed on the walls and stands throughout the ballroom and exhibit room from Nov. 6 to March 31. Visitors are welcome to view the mixed medium art creations and explore the Hillary House for the cost of general admission. But the rainbow of colour to brighten

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orry to say so, but the cold weather is around the corner. While it brings the joy of running from home, to car, to office, to car and back to home, it also brings with it the increased risk of falling. Serious injuries from falls happen more often than you may think. According to the 2009 Ontario Trauma Registry Report of Major Injuries, unintentional falls account for 37.7% of all major injury hospitalizations and 44% of all major injury-related deaths. Falling is the second highest causeofmajorinjurybehind automobile collisions. For men and women the number of falls increases with advancing age. So how much do ice and snow contribute to these statistics? According to the Canadian Institute for

Health Information’s 2013 and 2014 Injury and Trauma Hospitalization Quick Stats, 66.4% of winter activity-related injuries are due to falls on ice between 2013 and 2014, there were 1,625 women and 1,496 men who slipped on ice in Ontario and went to the hospital for their injuries. What can you do about it? Wearing winter boots is a good start to prevent falls on snow. Their deep treads grab the snow and leverage snow’s properties of mechanical interlock, adhesiveness and cohesiveness. However, winter boots will not likely prevent you from falling on ice. In cases where a person slips and falls, I have hired engineers to perform slip tests, comparing the difference between the sole of a boot on ice and the sole of a running shoe on ice. There is very little difference. For a person to walk without slipping, there must be friction between the bottom of the footwear and the walking surface. The less friction there is, the slipperier it is. Engineers call this measurement the coefficient of friction. Normal walking requires a coefficient of friction of 0.25 to prevent slipping, while jogging, running or making a sharp turn while walking requires a coefficient of friction of approximately 0.4 to prevent a slip. Ice, when tested with rubber soles, typically has a coefficient of friction of approximately 0.15, which is very slippery, as every Canadian knows. On wet ice, for example, testing I had performed showed that winter boots

and running shoes both produced a coefficient of friction of 0.08. So on ice, its like you only have 8 cents worth of traction and you need 25 cents to take a step. For those who are older, for whom the risk of falling is greaterandtheconsequence of falling is more severe, consideration should be given to purchasing ice cleats that fit over shoes or boots. They cost approximately $30 or less. Property owners and business owners should take care to get rid of ice where people walk. Not only is there a moral obligation to care for those who enter your properties, but the Occupier’s Liability Act imposes a duty on property owners to take reasonable steps to keep your property reasonably safe. Here is a secret I learned from reading municipal winter maintenance guidelines and training documents: while salt can be used to melt ice away, it is far more effective when used to prevent ice from forming in the first place. Consider this, 1 cm of ice covering 1 km of roadway weighs 65 tonnes and requires 16 tonnes of salt to melt it. That’s 3 full truckloads to salt 1 km of roadway. Compare that to the 130 kg of salt that it would take to prevent the ice from bonding to the pavement, allowing it to be ploughed off. That’s a ratio of more than 100:1. It’s more than 100 times more effective to prevent ice from forming than to melt it and it is more cost effective, too. And significantly less expensive than a lawsuit.

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

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Glitterbug “Twistt” Jewelry Sale Nov. 15, 1 to 5 p.m. Hospice King-Aurora, 350 Industrial Pkwy. S in Aurora Come to Hospice King-Aurora for an amazing opportunity to purchase hostess gifts, holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, sunny south wear or a few treats for yourself! “TWISTT” is a striking line of jewelry made from freshwater pearls, seashells and crystals. Enjoy the shopping and support HKA. Contact: Heidi Bonner, h.bonner@hospicekingaurora.ca , 905-727-6815.

Local Colour Aurora: Paints the Town Ongoing until Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. This unique exhibition showcases Aurora as seen through the eyes of local artists who have been producing work for this show for over a year. Fifteen artists’ contributions – paintings, drawings, and an entire section dedicated to the art of plein air – will grace the galleries of the Aurora Cultural Centre. Gallery Admission is at no charge. Tuesdays, Thursday - Saturday 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Enter at north glass doors. Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

BOTTLE DRIVE FUNDRAISER HELP A CADET VISIT VIMY Nov. 12, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Optimist Hall of Newmarket, 55 Forhan Dr. Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps 221 Patriot asks you to donate bottles and cans to help send a cadet’s trip to France, for the 100th anniversary of Canada’s capture of Vimy Ridge. Drop off times: Tuesdays and Thursdays between 6:30 and 9:30 p.m. Call 905-895-3038 to arrange for a pickup. Info: www.eftours.ca/educational-tours, 221partiot-118carinthia.weebly. com, www.gofundme.com/cadetsvisitvimy or 647-893-3499. Entrepreneurs in Residence Nov. 12, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge St. Come for a fast-paced evening featuring four local entrepreneurs who will share their stories in a short, TED X-style talk. It’s a chance to mingle, ask questions and meet new visionaries who share your drive to succeed. To reserve your spot: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/entrepreneurs-inresidence-tickets-18414268573 Drop ins welcome. Contact: Cindy Shaver, cshaver@library.aurora.on.ca, 905-727-9494.

Tomorrow The Paul Coffey Celebrity Hockey Classic All-Star Game Nov. 13, noon to 1 p.m. The Sports Village, 2600 Rutherford Rd. You’re Invite to watch The Paul Coffey Celebrity Hockey Classic All-Star Game. Come out and see Paul Coffey, Wendel Clark, Rick Vaive, Billy Smith to name a few NHL greats who will be lacing up to play. Info: Jessica, jriddell@easterseals.org, 705-797-2675.

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Special Event Volunteers Needed Nov. 15, 1:15 to 3 p.m. Holland Landing Public Library, 19513 Yonge St. Join the Library’s walking group at the East Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade! Dress in festive attire and hand out treats to onlookers. This year’s theme is Disney Christmas. To volunteer, please contact Heather Alblas. Contact: Heather Alblas, halblas@egpl.ca, 905 -826 - 6492.

Exhibit at the Elman W. Campbell Museum Ongoing until Nov. 28, 2015, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St. S in Newmarket. The Great War in pictures and objects, to commemorate the First World War Centenary. A wide range of pictures, uniforms and artifacts dating back to 1914-1918. On display until Nov. 28, 2015. Open TuesdaysSaturdays 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Free admission. Contact: elmanmuseum@rogers.com, 905-953-5314.

The Reign of the Queen of Canada Exhibition Ongoing until Dec. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. On Sept. 9, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign will surpass that of Canada’s other great Mother of Confederation, Queen Victoria. The Aurora Cultural Centre, in partnership with the Monarchist League of Canada (York Region Branch), celebrates the long reign of Her Majesty with artifacts and archival materials. Hours: Tuesdays, Thursday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 am - 8 p.m. Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

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Trinity United Church, 461 Park Ave. in Newmarket. The 100-voice choir will perform in the church sanctuary with piano and organ accompaniment. Cost is $20 for adults and $10 for students. Contact: Judy Craig, art_judycraig@rogers.com, 905-895-8713.

Art at the manor 2015 Ongoing until March 31. Hillary House National Historic Site, 15372 Yonge St. in Aurora. Fourth annual exhibit showcases pieces by local artists who are influenced by the world around them. Visit aurorahs.com to find out more. Features works by Claire D’Aurore, Deborah Campo and Christine Valentini. Contact: Erika, erika.mazanik@aurorahs.com, 905-727-8991.

Ron Goodlin: A Lens on Africa Exhibition Ongoing until Nov. 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Large-scale photographs capture the energy and drama of Tanzania through the textures, movement and lighting of the landscape, animals and cultural experiences. A photographer and avid traveler, local dentist Ron Goodlin is featured in the Great Hall Gallery during the fall of 2015. Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

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Next week English Conversation Circle Nov. 16, 2:15 to 4:15 p.m. Newmarket Welcome Centre, 16655 Yonge St., Unit #26. Practice your English conversation/communication and also network with newcomers in your community! Must be 18 years or older to participate. Contact: Helen Samimy, hsamimy@ccsyr.org, 289-842-3183.

Gerry Markhoff took this photo at Bruce Peninsula Provincial Park. Send us Your Shot. The theme is Nature & Wildlife. Email your high-quality jpegs to Tracy Kibble at tkibble@yrmg.com for a chance to have your photo included in our online gallery and published in the paper. Jonathan Crow, Violin, with Philip Chiu, Piano - Great Artist Music Series Nov. 13 at 8 to 10 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. The Great Artist Music Series is pleased to present Jonathan Crow, violin, concertmaster of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, joined by Philip Chiu on piano. Tonight’s program: “Movie Magic”, including selections from Schindler’s List, The Red Violin, and other classical pieces associated with film. Full concert repertoire at auroraculturalcentre.ca Tickets: $34 Adult / $28 Senior (60+) and Student (up to 18 years), plus HST. General Admission. Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818. TAI CHI BEGINNER CLASS Nov. 13, 9:30 to 11 a.m. NVA Newmarket Veterans Association, 406 Millard Ave. A new beginner class starts this Friday and runs for four months. The Canadian Tai Chi Academy is a registered charity devoted to promoting the practice of Tai Chi for health and relaxation. Positive, non-competitive environment. No fitness level required, all ages welcome. Info: Jim Corrigan, Newmarket@CanadianTaiChiAcadmy.org, 2893669956.

This weekend St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Bazaar Nov. 14, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 484 Water St. in Newmarket. Featuring baked goods and preserves, jewelry, crafts, knitted items, white elephants treasures, handcrafted greeting cards and more. Light refreshments are also available during the entire length of the bazaar. Contact: Janet Thacker, thacker2581@rogers.com, 905-478-5043. Free Nordic Pole Walking Clinics Nov. 14, 9 to 10:30 a.m. St. Andrews Valley Golf Club, 4 Pinnacle Trail in Aurora. Learn how easy it is to turn an ordinary walk into a full body workout. Everyone welcome. Don’t forget to RSVP especially if you would like to borrow a set of poles for the clinic. For more info, visit: shawnnisbet.com. Contact: Shawn Nisbet, info@shawnnisbet.com, 416-804-0938. Drama Kids Nov. 14, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Harvest Hills Activity Centre, 145 Harvest Hills Blvd. in Newmarket. Children enjoy dramatic play, stories, and activities on a Jungle Adventure. Ages 3--6 years. Free. Please register.

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Tuesday open studio Nov. 17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Open Studio space is now available to makers ages 16 and up. Drop by the Centre this season on Tuesdays between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. to work on your visual arts projects in the Activity Room. This is a non-facilitated, nonregistered drop in program offered at no charge. Bring your own materials. Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

ST. PAUL’S MISTLETOE FAIR Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 227 Church St. in Newmarket. The best bazaar in town! Come, bring a friend, shop at our bake table, choose from our hand knits, select a beautiful Christmas item or an attic treasure, have lunch and enjoy! For more, visit stpaulsnewmarket.org. Contact: Joyce Millard, admin@stpaulsnewmarket.org, 905-853-7285.

EAST GWILLIMBURY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Breakfast Nov. 17, 7 to 9 a.m. Silver Lakes Golf and Conference Centre, 21114 Yonge St.. Bring lots of business cards for a jam-packed networking event, introduce your business and connect with the EG business community. Reserve by Nov. 13. Guests: $20. Members: $15. Ultimate networking cards welcome. Contact: Suzanne, egcoc@egcoc.org, 905-478-8447.

Woof tales Nov. 14, 11 a.m. East Gwillimbury Public Library Holland Landing, 19513 Yonge St. Read to a friendly dog! This program is for beginning readers or those who want some reading practice. Presented by St. John’s Ambulance Therapy Dog Program. Attendance deposit of $10 required upon registration. All attendees will be refunded in full and are invited to register for multiple dates. Must provide 24 hour cancellation notice. Ages 6-10.

Aurora Chamber Networking Breakfast Nov. 17, 7:30 to 9 a.m. St. Andrews Valley Golf Club, 4 Pinnacle Trail in Aurora. After a presentation by Brokerlink, attendees may give a brief self-introduction. Contact list provided at the event to encourage networking. Register early! The first 20 people to register will be entered in a draw to win a prize. Contact: Sandra Watson, s.watson@aurorachamber.on.ca, 905-727-7262.

The Last Waltz - Live Performance Nov. 14, 8 to 10:30 p.m. Theatre Aurora, 150 Henderson Drive. Lance Anderson’s acclaimed tribute performance of The Last Waltz comes to Aurora for the first time! An all-star Canadian cast of award-winning blues and roots musicians will perform ‘The Last Waltz - A Musical Celebration of THE BAND Live’, at Theatre Aurora. For more, visit www.awbf.ca. Contact: info@awbf.ca, 905-841-4300. Kids Maker Space - Games Edition Nov. 14, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert branch, 19300 Centre St. Using the Library’s brand new Makey Makey kits and Squishy Circuits, build your own game controllers and play your very own game! Learn about circuits and game development! Ages 6+. Cost: $1. Please Register. 4Cats Nintendo Workshops & Gallery Event Nov. 15, noon to 2 p.m. 4Cats Arts Studio - Aurora, 265 Edward St #12. The 4Cats & Nintendo super duo has come together to bring you Nintendo Workshops & Gallery Events that the whole family can enjoy! Each workshop participant gets to create their own Super Mario character and will receive a small gift from Nintendo. On Nov. 15 where all the fabulous Nintendo masterpieces will be on display for everyone to admire and enjoy. Contact: aurora@4cats.com, 289-466-1178.

LEARN Seminar Series Nov. 18, 9 to 11 a.m. Newmarket Public Library, 438 Park Ave. The LEARN Seminar Series will focus on Maximizing Business Resources making the most of free resources available to your business. Info: Newmarket Chamber of Commerce, events@newmarketchamber.ca. Newmarket and area Newcomers Club Nov. 18, 7 to 10 p.m. Various, call for details. Ladies, enjoy a night of Euchre and friendship. Contact: 905-841-4094. Pine Tree Potters’ Winter Pottery sale Nov. 19 & 20, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Nov. 21 & 22, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Free parking, free admission and a beautiful door prize. Great selection of holiday gift ideas! Visa, Mastercard and debit accepted. Contact: 905 727-1278 or www.pinetreepotters.ca. PCCN-Newmarket Nov. 19, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr. Speaker Dr. Michelle Flax will present: Psychology of a Prostate Cancer Diagnosis. All welcome. For more, visit newmarketprostatecancer.com. Info: Walt Klywak, wklywak1@gmail.com, 905-895-1975.

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ever before in a federal election have newspaper endorsements become so controversial. Topping the list, unquestionably, was Postmedia CEO Paul Godfrey’s dramatic order to all 16 major Postmedia papers across Canada to support Stephen Harper. Each paper was allowed to write its own editorial, but the conclusion was pre-ordained. “Since God made babies, I think (endorsement editorials) were always made that way,” longtime Conservative Godfrey explained later, reacting to the uproar. “If anyone thinks otherwise, I think they were dreaming in technicolor.” Really, Mr. Godfrey? You might want to examine the policies of other newspaper chains that tell an entirely different bedtime story of the so-called “proprietor’s prerogative.” No one can dispute the tradition of an individual publisher or owner calling the election shots for their local paper. Godfrey did that regularly when he was publisher of the Toronto Sun. But to dictate the choice across an entire chain – and nation. That is an entirely different tale. Consider the previous owners of Postmedia papers, the venerable Southam family. It went to great lengths to emphasize individual publishers in each city were responsible for all editorial content, including election endorsements. “It was even in my letter of engagement,” remembers veteran Southam Publisher Clark Davey. “It said what appeared in the (Vancouver) Sun rested on my conscience.” The reason, of course, was self-evident. What was important or relevant to readers in Vancouver might not be so in Montreal, Ottawa or Windsor. Owning a newspaper, in my view, is a privilege, not a right. Nor is it the same as owning a pizzeria or car wash. Newspapers are an essential informing part of the democratic process and their first responsibility must be to the local readers they serve. The old Thomson chain in Canada, owned by the richest family in the land, had a similar practice of noninterference in local editorial issues. South of the border, a similar tradition has existed for decades. In the last presidential election, America was a patchwork quilt of competing newspaper endorsements. The huge Gannett chain states that “diversity is strength. By encouraging and expressing a mix of opinions, backgrounds, stories and ideas, Gannett improves results.” An executive for the large KnightRidder chain put it more pithily. “We bought them (newspapers). But we don’t own them.” In the interests of transparency, it must also be declared that editorial independence has always been the official policy Metroland Media and York Region Media Group. While the proprietors and publisher of the Toronto Star are involved in the Star’s election endorsements, Metroland Media, which includes, The Newmarket Era/Aurora Banner and East Gwillimbury Express and more than 120 community papers can all decide for themselves. So, in the 2011 federal election, The Star supported Jack Layton’s NDP, while virtually all other Torstar papers endorsed Stephen Harper. In 2015, all the dailies came out for the Liberals under Justin Trudeau. These aren’t dreams. They are black and white realities reflecting a longheld common tradition among North America’s major newspaper groups. Mr. Godfrey, soon to be installed in the Canadian News Hall of Fame for his contribution to Canadian journalism, clearly has a different perspective. Yet, the firestorm of criticism on social media, the rumours of discontent in Postmedia newsrooms and even a damning story in Britain’s Guardian newspaper all reflect a pervasive discontent. Even more worrisome is the negative impact this affair is having on the newspaper industry in general. At a time when the relevance and impact of newspapers are under attack, this doesn’t help. Ultimately, it is readers who matter most. And surely those in Postmedia communities deserved far, far better. Guest editorial from John Honderich, publisher of the Toronto Star from 1994 to 2004

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Seniors don’t want to spend time waiting

Re: ‘I don’t like backroom deals,’ councillor says, Nov. 5: bit.ly/1SGkNTl Markham Councillor Joe Li believes it’s undemocratic the York Region chair can be chosen by as few as 11 of 20 people on regional council in a region of 1.1 million people. These 20 people, however, were elected into power by the people of York to make decisions on our behalf. What decision would be more important for our regional council than electing a chair from its midst with whom it can work. The system we have now guarantees the chair will be a politician who really is qualified. If we have the chair elected directly by the people there would be no such guarantee. Under a direct system, that person could be a populist with little knowledge of what needs to be done in the region and might very well focus on the area where he garnished the most votes. Markham, being the largest of the cities, would very likely be the municipality from which the chair would come. Neither the prime minister nor the premier was elected directly by the population, yet the system has worked for almost a 150 years. The Region of York has become one of the most desirable places to live in Canada. Why change the system now?

Re: Seniors’ task force: What do older residents need?, Oct. 29: bit.ly/1knoF0g Thank you for your very timely article on York’s aging population. It’s important to focus attention (and resources) and plan for this event now. However, not everything requires massive spending. Simple things such as maintaining door-to-door mail service and making sure there is an option to speak to a person (and that option functions) when you call a business or government are simple things that improve seniors’ lives every day. As a junior senior, I recently spent 3-1/2 hours on the phone and another four hours waiting for a call back just to be told “get your grandkids to check for you on the Internet” when I recently tried to find out the balance on my mother’s Air Miles points. She is 90 and doesn’t have the Internet. Just because seniors are retired doesn’t mean they want to spend time waiting.

Cliff Smith Newmarket

Everyone has turned head on dumping Re: Illegal fill under investigation, Nov. 5: bit.ly/1WLhOPl I called the mayor of East Gwillimbury regarding dumping on another site in the Mount Albert area. A town staff person called back to ask where the site was, but I never heard if it was legal or not. The Phil Haulage site has removed peat moss, back filled and raised the level of fields around the site for years. I think everyone has turned his or her head. Where was the town staff sitting in Sharon?

Jim McGuckin East Gwillimbury

Middle income always on hook for Ontario bills Re: Hydro fee hike may shock area seniors, Nov. 5: bit.ly/1SGme4h Where is the incentive for saving or conserving in apartments where utilities are included? For example, what about rent controlled buildings? There is no incentive for these people to conserve. I am really tired of only the middle working class and our senior citizens paying these bills.

Louise Smith Newmarket

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Thief took autistic daughter’s iPad Re: Open letter to the individual who took my autistic daughter’s iPad. It was obviously not this person’s iPad and this person knew that when he or she took it at the Newmarket SilverCity movie theatre the evening of Nov. 7. My 11-year-old daughter cannot speak and uses this iPad to communicate. There was a special app installed to allow her to enter text that is then converted to a girl’s voice. This app is very expensive and not transferable. Shame on you for taking advantage of my daughter. She can often get sidetracked due to her illness and could have accidentally placed it on a table while trying her best to engage with other local children who may have been around. It can be identified as a white Apple iPad 2, 32 gigabytes, enclosed in a black Otterbox. Please, if you know the whereabouts of her cognitive device, please contact editor Tracy Kibble at The Express (905-853-8888) with any information. My daughter requires this device to function in her everyday life and will now have even more setbacks because of this situation. Let’s prove that the system hasn’t completely failed. Thanks.

Kyle Carlen East Gwillimbury

Majority really minority Re: Residents speak out against neighbourhood garden proposal, Nov. 5: bit.ly/1knr0II

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Riddle: When is a majority not a majority? Answer: When the minority wins. That is exactly what happened Nov. 3 at the Town of Aurora general committee meeting on the topic of a community garden proposal for McMahon Park in the Valhalla subdivision northeast of Yonge and Wellington streets. A recent survey prepared by the town was distributed to 554 properties in the vicinity of McMahon Park to gauge local interest in a community garden. The town report stated 86 people responded with 45 people in favour of a community garden and 41 opposed. Despite the town’s solid endorsement of community gardens in its parks and recreation master plan, the parks and recreation survey summary report recommended “that a neighbourhood garden in McMahon Park not be implemented” with two significant issues guiding its decision. First, it was suggested, “the community is generally split on the notion of a neighbourhood garden in this location”. Second, “it is highly likely that this proposal could become a very sensitive and dividing issue within the neighbourhood, potentially pitting neighbour against neighbour”. Council supported the recommendation. Minority wins. And, so, like the traffic calming issue of a few years ago, a minority of residents in this quadrant received council support. We started with a riddle, so let’s close with one. What looks like a majority but isn’t a majority? Answer: the resident opinions in the northeast quadrant.

Catherine Cook Aurora

Brown still doesn’t get it Re: Brown reflects on time as MP, Nov. 5: bit.ly/1Y2Qf19 I couldn’t help but respond to former Newmarket-Aurora MP Lois Brown’s comments, which take credit for the work of others and deflect blame on to the media. The Conservatives didn’t create jobs; employers and the market price of oil did. The Conservatives didn’t make Canada the third largest donor to the world food program, generous Canadians did. Above all, her portrayal of former prime minister Stephen Harper as humble is laughable. This so-called humble man doesn’t use a media filter when he speaks in the House of Commons, tosses our science libraries in the dumpster and attacks a powerless immigrant over a non-issue just to score political points. If she can’t understand why the Conservatives were tossed from office, she definitely shouldn’t be there.

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hen our federal and provincial leaders go to Paris at the end of November to represent Canada at the Climate Conference, I want them to think about my son and his family, who live in Sharon. My son recently said that, while he has enjoyed the warm fall weather, he is worried about climate change. In the Newmarket area, even in most of Ontario, you can pretty much get through your days without worrying about climate change. We’re lucky that way. We haven’t had the droughts, wildfires and floods that have afflicted so much of the rest of Canada and North America. We haven’t had the hundreds of thousands of deaths annually from weather extremes seen in so much of the rest of the world. We haven’t suffered the political and social instability, wars and food insecurity that climate change has caused elsewhere. Recently, though, we have seen a couple of winters with polar-vortex deep freezes, caused by climate change, undermining the normal patterns of atmospheric circulation. We’ve also seen an increase in refugees from North Africa and the Middle East, who are fleeing areas with social, political and agricultural issues that trace back to climate change. There is hope as the Paris talks approach. At the end of this column, I will ask you to embrace this hope, rather than focus on the failures of the ones who came before, by doing two simple things. Canada’s delegation to the Paris talks faces steep challenges. We are one of the world’s worst per-capita emitters of greenhouse gases. The commitments we made for the Paris talks are considered insufficient; the biggest reason being that our targets do nothing about the tar sands. These are the dirtiest form of oil available, both for their pollution and for their greenhouse gas production; they are also the most energy-intensive to extract. There is no way we can propose any meaningful climate change targets and continue to mine the tar sands. The economic benefits of stopping tar sands development are worth another column. Parliament will not re-convene until early December, so there will not be time to re-work the Paris commitments drawn up by the previous government. The Liberal climate platform does look promising, though. It promised, among other things, to work with the provinces, which are far ahead of the federal government, to develop standards within which provinces will be able to determine their own means to reduce carbon pollution; to put a price on carbon, making polluters pay; and to invest in green infrastructure. So, here’s what I want you to do. Write to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Catherine McKenna and MPs Peter Van Loan or Kyle Peterson via the House of Commons, Parliament Buildings, Ottawa, K1A 0A6 and to Premier Kathleen Wynne, before they head to Paris. Tell them to tell the world that Canada will work hard to create a better climate change plan within 90 days of the Paris talks. There is also an international online petition at roadtoparis.climaterealityproject.org. — David Kempton taught physics, computer science and computer engineering before retiring. He is currently active in local arts, astronomy and environmental groups. In 2015, he was trained as a Climate Leader in Al Gore’s Climate Reality Project.

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year’s worth of work is incredibly rewarding, Aurora 150 Committee chair Alison CollinsMrakas said. “It is something we can all be proud of,” she added. “It is so unique.” All of the schools in Aurora received a copy of Remembrance Day: Past, Present and Future to be used during their assemblies Nov. 11. There will also be copies of the video at the Aurora Seniors’ Centre and the Aurora Public Library.

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the wrong people aren’t doing it.” If Aurora were to implement methods to control door-to-door sales in town, it wouldn’t be the first community in Canada to do so. Beaconsfield, Que. has rules regulating the distribution of promotional materials and requires door-to-door sales professionals to obtain a permit for the price of $30 per year. Ignoring the bylaw comes with a $300 fine. Two BC communities, Port Coquitlam

and Parksville have outright banned door-todoor sales. While Mrakas tabled the motion, he wants to leave it up to town staff to research and recommend the best course of action. He suggested town staff report back at a later date with a draft by law for council to discuss. Fellow councillors stated they would feel more comfortable with a report rather than a draft bylaw since it would provide council with an opportunity to give staff more direction before a bylaw is produced. Council unanimously supported a report coming back to council for consideration in the near future.

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on (commuters’) health or their lifestyle. And we can’t always look to government to solve all of our problems and (we can’t) continue to pave over greenspace.” York’s rapid growth and intensification is contributing to the region’s traffic headaches, but the region is taking steps to address the issue, Canadian Automobile Association government relations specialist Caroline Grech said. She applauded a proposal that would see the region boost its fees to $450, up from $110, for those who block road lanes for construction activity. The region is also looking at higher fees for community events and other roadrestricting activities. “I think the region is prioritizing congestion,” she said. “There (also) needs to be a culture shift and that will come with improved transit in the region, more frequent GO service. But now, it’s a very car-focused area.” Proving how reliant we are

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crossing upgrades, grade separated crossings, train whistling and noise reduction issues were debated. Council members suggested the planned 15-minute two-way, all-day service between Toronto and Aurora could push north into Newmarket if a Mulock station is built. “Eventually, we’ll need to get there but I’d rather see us easing into that and responding to demand,” Mayor Tony Van Bynen said. “A Mulock station could provide relief for Aurora and (Tannery) parking and create other options.” But GO also needs to focus on eliminating at-grade crossings, Coun. Joe Sponga said. “We have all at-level crossings; there’s no grade separation,” he said. “It slices through

Retired police officer charged with sex assault against young girl A retired police officer who was working for the force in a part-time capacity has been charged with sexual assault and interference on a young girl. Police arrested and charged Donald Clark, 65, but wouldn’t reveal his hometown, only saying he’s from York Region. “We want to protect the identity of the victim,” Const. Laura Nicolle said. The investigation into Clark began after police received a complaint from a young

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About 40 per cent of traffic congestion can be blamed on bottleneck areas, while 25 per cent is caused by collisions, 10 per cent by construction, 15 per cent by weather, and 5 per cent each can be blamed on signal timing and community events, Titherington said. The region is taking steps to reduce congestion, including replacing 100 traffic signal controllers a year over this term of council, he said. New controllers allow signal timings to better reflect changing travel patterns for non-recurring delays such as collisions, weather and construction. The region also conducts arterial reviews to assess how a series of intersections work together to meet the travel needs of different commuters, Titherington said. Since 2013, the region has operated a traffic management centre weekdays from 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. to monitor traffic and coordinate responses depending on the nature of the delay, he said.

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home has a great backyard with gardens worth gushing over, then the yard and the property need to be shown in all their glory with outdoor furnishings that accentuate the space and make interested buyers see the home’s natural potential. Staging tells a story of what it would be like to live in a particular place, that’s why we all love model and show homes so much... the builder has created the space and set a mood to appeal to the largest number of people possible. Once staged, the property is about the buyer, not about the seller. We can picture where we as the homeowner would sit to relax, would read, would watch TV and perhaps enjoy a comfy fire. By packing away personal photos, jewelry, out of season clothing and eliminating items specific to your personal tastes (like Tiffany lamps, pungent wall colours, and old wallpaper) the picture of the homeowner living in the home is eliminated from the buyers mind. The less the house looks specifically yours, the greater likelihood it will appeal to large groups of people resulting in improved exposure to the public and increased likelihood of selling. It is a similar concept to the importance of the homeowner not attending open houses and showings... many buyers have difficulty relaxing enough to properly see a space if the homeowner is looming about or if their personal things are all around the house. Regardless of its state or condition, every property has value. Depending on the owners ability to make the house look inviting, a home may require more or less staging. I liken good staging more to set design than decorating. In fact, you may have heard me say before that staging is the opposite of decorating because while decorating personalizes a home, staging depersonalizes it. Done properly, staging can in fact increase the perceived and real value of the home. But while the foundations of staging are sound, don’t let the shows you see on TV trick you into believing that it’s all fun and games. Preparing a home for sale is a great deal of work and often takes many hands. As a homeowner, you will likely find yourself making difficult decisions about what to keep, what to pack and what to get rid of. Your realtor can help guide you in prepping your home and may suggest a trusted local stager to you. Still struggling with the sheer amount of work

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Capt. Phil Lusk, left, commanding officer at the Queen’s York Rangers 2799 Army Cadets Corps in Aurora, received a lifetime achievement award from the central region Cadet Instructors Cadre. Presenting the award was Major Lloyd Sainsbury.

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Capt. Phil Lusk feels honoured to be a recipient of the Cadet Instructors Cadre Lifetime Achievement Award. The Queen’s York Rangers 2799 Army Cadets Corps commanding officer is one of only three to be recognized in the province this year. Given by the CIC, the award is intended to recognize outstanding contributions of individuals to the CIC branch and Canadian Cadet Movement. “These recipients represent the truly outstanding officers who have contributed throughout their lifetime to advance the aims of both the CIC Branch and the CCM,” according to the CIC. Lusk got his first taste of cadets when he was only 12 years old. He was visiting a friend when that friend’s mother called him inside to get ready for cadets. After his friend explained the concept of cadets, he tagged along and eventually joined. “I wasn’t big into team sports and this was a place I felt like I belonged,” Lusk said. “It was like my second family.” While his friends left cadets, he continued on until he retired at 19. He applied to the CIC to become a commissioned officer and

became part of the reserves in 1989. Lusk instructed the cadets at the Aurora branch and eventually became the commanding officer in 1994 and then again in 2000. When he was promoted to Major, he handed over the command to his wife, Cpt. Sue Lusk, while he took on a regional assignment that would see him responsible for 16 cadet corps.

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Queen’s York Rangers’ Maybee served in Bosnia, Afghanistan For Aurora reservist, Nov. 11 a day to share his pride and honour those who have served Canada in the past and present BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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o amount of military training could have prepared Ryerson Maybee for the devastation he would encounter on his first tour to Bosnia. Captain Maybee is a reservist with the Queen’s York Rangers regiment operating out of Fort York and Aurora. He has served three tours, two in Bosnia and one in Afghanistan. Each tour was different and each presented its challenges but, bottom line, Maybee is proud to have served what he considers the greatest country in the world. “In Canada, you can be whoever you want to be and you are welcome here,” he said. “There aren’t many places like that in the world and it’s worth protecting.”

‘The first tour is the hardest to come back from because you find yourself getting angry when people complain about trivial things.’ After high school, Maybee was looking to fit in, a group or place that shared his values and he thought the military might be that place. Although his grandfathers served in the Second World War, his childhood didn’t consist of military exposure. “I headed to the (military) recruitment centre when I was old enough and they said, ‘Sign here for the next three years of your life’,” he said. “I thought three years was a really long time and asked if there was anything I could try out before committing.” He became a reservist and began basic training. He volunteered for deployment for his first tour in 1998 and while he was trained and ready for the tasks, nothing could have prepared him the world he walked into. “As a middle-class kid from Ontario, I was absolutely shocked at the poverty and conflict in the country,” he said. “There were buildings smashed, infrastructure torn apart and bodies just laying there. It made me feel

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very fortunate to live in Canada.” He recalls purification units they used to clean local water for laundry and bathing would occasionally be out of order because a dead animal or human corpse would become stuck in the pump. “The first tour is the hardest to come back from because you find yourself getting angry when people complain about trivial things,” he said. “It is also hard when you are young and don’t have the maturity to readjust.” The third tour in Afghanistan was a little different as he had a daughter to think about. The mission was more aggressive compared to his first two tours and while the casualties lost were not close friends, the military is like a family and he always knew someone who knew the casualties. The use of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) was also something he and his comrades had to adjust to. “We knew to look for things that didn’t belong and you knew something wasn’t right in a village when there were no children in the streets,” he said. “We had to try not to think about it or we would drive ourselves crazy.” He has been fortunate to return home from all three tours, as others have not been so lucky. But he had never felt as honoured as when he was serving as a liaison officer to fallen soldiers Sgt. Prescott Shipway and Cpl. Mark McLaren and their escorts repatriated from Afghanistan. While it is an emotional experience to stand on the tarmac with a family of a fallen soldier when he or she returns home, he is proud to have been able to offer them some small form of comfort any way he could. “There are no words to describe the pride I felt when riding the Highway of Heroes and seeing all of the people on the overpasses paying their respects,” he added. For Cpt. Maybee, Nov. 11 will be a day to share his pride and to honour those, present and past, who have served, so Canada can continue to be the greatest country in the world.

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we’re growing. When it comes to the future of transit, you don’t have to look far. The launch of Viva rapid transit service along Davis Drive is almost here. The rapidway opening this year will stretch from Yonge Street to Roxborough Road with Viva service continuing to Highway 404. Along the rapidway you will find pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined sidewalks and welcoming vivastations. The new stations are loaded with features, including a glass wind enclosure to keep you comfortable all year round, fare machines and message boards so you can keep track of arrivals in real-time. This transformation will change how pedestrians, transit riders and drivers will enjoy their new street. Starting at the Newmarket GO Terminal at Eagle and heading east, Viva will arrive at three vivastations in the centre rapidway, continue in mixed traffic with two curbside stops, and then turn around at the new park and ride facility at Highway 404. Vivastations are directly accessible from crosswalks at signalized intersections. Pedestrian signals come complete with audible tone and visual countdown.

right along with you. The Davis Drive rapidway has changed how drivers access properties and streets between intersections. Drivers now make left turns and U-turns at signalized intersections. Now that this section of Davis Drive is more efficient for people and traffic, there are only a few finishing touches left. In the spring you’ll start to see the landscape dotted with trees and other greenery, to make it more beautiful. The transformation of this urban corridor will help support growth, manage congestion and provide an even more inviting place to live, work, shop and play in Newmarket. Visit vivanext.com to see how your community is growing into the future.

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Police seek broader powers in crash probes fatal crashes will deter usage. “I question whether we should be invading privacy to try and send a stronger message.” Supt. Gord Jones, co-chairperson of Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police’s traffic committee, said although collisions involving distracted driving are under-reported, he believes privacy concerns outweigh those surrounding distracted driving. “Distracted driving is in its infancy. Are there challenges? Yes,” he told yorkregion. com. “We go where the evidence says we go, there are significant benchmarks we have to attain to get judicial authorization, that’s in there for a reason.” When asked if technology allowing phone providers to indicate whether there was usage in the lead-up to a crash might work, he, once again, struck a cautionary note. “To give phone providers carte blanche is a slippery slope and dangerous in terms of individuals’ rights,” he added. But the question remains for many in the field of policing, how do we properly investigate crashes and warn motorists about the repercussions of distracted driving without new rules? “It’s the million dollar question, how do you fix it?” questioned Slade. “Does it go to the extreme so that when we’re in the car, there’s a blocking device or ignition locks to ensure phones are turned off?” Brian Patterson, from the Ontario Safety League, doesn’t believe any laws need to be changed or altered, rather the problem lies with justices who are interpreting the laws. “Judges could and should be handing out warrants under the law as it stands right now…based on evidence obtained at the scene and the expertise of the police officer,” he said. “We don’t believe that cellphones are so valuable to a person they couldn’t be seized for evidence. I believe it would be inconvenient, but I don’t believe police officers would abuse that privilege.” In the meantime, it does appear many young people, the largest group of distracted drivers, are heeding some messages around the dangers of the activity. One recent report found that the percentage of youth who reported “sometimes” to “almost always” texting and driving went from 27 per cent in 2012 to 6 per cent in 2014. To this day in Canada, there are only two widely known cases of distracted driving that resulted in death, both of which have been self reported. One involves Mathieu Fortin of Quebec, who had been texting girlfriend Emy Brochu before she was involved in a fatal car crash. A social media posting he later wrote about the crash was read more than 100,000 times. The other involved Josh Field, 17, who crashed and died while trying to answer his phone in London, ON. Josh’s mother, Kathryn Field, became a well known advocate against texting or talking and driving. Insp. Slade said in cases where the driver dies, police are often able to gain access to phones by obtaining permission from the coroner. However, if evidence of distracted driving is garnered, information is rarely if ever shared, as police rarely release information that appears to lay blame on victims.

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ast October, Newmarket’s Juliette MacMillan was talking on the phone while driving her car. What happened next would alter the course of four people’s lives, including hers. The 47-year-old slammed her car into another vehicle near the corner of Harry Walker Parkway and Green Lane in East Gwillimbury. A 79-year-old woman suffered life-threatening injuries, but survived. A man, 71, and another woman, 65, suffered minor injuries. When the issue came to court in January, MacMillan pleaded guilty, York Regional Police said. In return, she received a $1,500 fine and six demerit points. Although logic might lead us to believe a rise in the number of phones being used by motorists might lead to a similar rise in the number of convictions in crashes being caused by inattentiveness, police statistics do not bear this out. As it stands, MacMillan’s crash is the first and only time phone-use charges against someone involved in a collision involving death or serious injury, issued by York police, have been successfully prosecuted. Despite Toronto having thousands more drivers, a similar situation exists there. Throughout the past two years, there have only been three traffic deaths directly linked to cellphone use while behind the wheel. The reasons for the disparity are simple and complicated, all at once. After a crash, police often see a phone in or around the driver, but are not legally allowed to search its contents to see if the driver had been texting or talking in the leadup to the crash. The threshold to seek a search warrant for the phone is high. Unless police can locate a witness, judges won’t give police free reign over searches. It’s only when police do find that rare witness that they even ask for a search, but whether they achieve it or not depends on the strength of their case. Regardless of what happens afterward, the statistics make it clear, prosecution is rare. It is Section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms which limits police ability to conduct “unreasonable searches”. But the question many traffic officers are now asking is, “How can we able to properly investigate the reasons behind the crash without the ability to check phones?” “At some point, there has to be a discussion,” York police Insp. Randy Slade, says, referencing new distracted driving laws that result in up to $1,000 in fines and three demerit points. “If this is such a concern, how are they going to allow the police to properly investigate if there’s a crash? Without a witness, even if the phone is out and you suspect it was being used, you will have a difficult time articulating the grounds for a search.” It’s not only the police who complain. Safety proponents and at least one law professor want the laws around the police’s ability to investigate serious or fatal crashes broadened. Robert Solomon, a law professor at the

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After a crash, police often see a phone in or around the driver, but are not legally allowed to search its contents to see if the driver had been texting or talking in the leadup to the crash. They want broader powers to nab those using cellphones while driving. University of Western Ontario and the national director of legal policy for MADD Canada, said, in Canada, it’s not only virtually impossible to get information from cellphones after a crash, but also to get blood samples from suspected impaired drivers once they are taken to hospital. “We need to enact legislation to allow police broader powers to investigate crashes involving death and serious injury,” he said. “The approach we have taken is one that is contrary to public interest and endangers lives. The state’s interest in this is overwhelming. We need to find out the cause of these deaths and injuries and take steps to ameliorate them.” In terms of enacting such laws, Solomon said Canadians can’t board planes, enter courthouses or cross borders without mandatory screening. He believes driving on public roads should be the same. “Driving is a regulated activity and there’s a diminished expectation of privacy associated with driving,” he added, noting countries including Australia, New Zealand and in Western Europe already have special investigative laws in place.

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he Newmarket Sports Hall of Fame inducts its Class of 2015 Sunday afternoon at the Magna Centre. The induction ceremony starts at 1 p.m. Admission is free.

JIM BRENNAN, ATHLETE Soccer Jim Brennan will enter the sports hall of fame in the town where he first put a foot to a soccer ball, leading to an international career that took him to the English Premiership and earning 49 caps on behalf of Canada on soccer pitches across the globe. “The Canadian hall of fame is a great honour, but it’s good to get noticed where I grew up,” said Brennan.

1909 TALAGOO LACROSSE CLUB, ATHLETE Lacrosse While the Newmarket Redbirds are the current program of record, and there are significant gaps, the sport’s highest achieving program traces to the late 19th century. With a national championship to its credit, the Newmarket Talagoo Lacrosse Club is considered initiator of organized lacrosse in the municipality.

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ANDREW COATES, ATHLETE Running It’s been a long time since Andrew Coates wasn’t on the run. Now that he’s settled into a life beyond competitive running, the former Canadian Interuniversity Sport champion still runs almost daily, although he has hung up his competitive shoes.

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JOE MURPHY, ATHLETE Hockey Winning followed Joe Murphy around like a puck on a stickhandling wizard’s stick. The first overall pick in the 1986 draft by the Detroit Red Wings, the now 47-yearold Murphy went on to a career that included championships at the collegiate, minor pro and National Hockey League levels. A graduate of the Newmarket Minor Hockey Association, Murphy hit his height of success as part of the Stanley Cup-winning Edmonton Oilers in 1990.

SALLY BRICE & MARGARET DAVIS, BUILDERS Skating In an era of organized sports and activities, is difficult to imagine a time when formal sports organizations did not exist. Yet, when Sally Brice used to ride the bus with her daughter, also Sally, to Toronto to skate, there existed no other option. When Margaret Davis got tired of watching her friend’s ordeal in order for her daughter to have access to indoor ice, she took action. Ultimately, the two women teamed up to create the Newmarket Figure Skating Club in 1960 and provide the community with a lasting entity.

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ands up if you found the Flint Firebirds flare-up earlier this week at least vaguely familiar. Firebirds players staged a group protest, collectively tossing their sweaters and walking out after the firing of their coach, John Gruden. The coach’s dismissal apparently stems from the notion that first-year owner Rolf Nilsen, who moved the Ontario Hockey League team to Flint from Plymouth as his first order of business, was upset over the ice time allotted his rookie defenceman son. His knee-jerk response after a comeback win Sunday night over the defending Memorial Cup champion Oshawa Generals was to boot his coaching staff. After howls of player protest and intervention from the OHL, the staff was reinstated Monday. Hoo boy. Of course, nepotism is so deeply entrenched in the Ontario Junior Hockey League that any team without a dad-son combination is at least considered an oddball operation. It is beyond the point of damaging the reputation of the league. To many observers, the OJHL has largely become an extension of minor hockey, where it has always been expected players pay to play. In some junior hockey instances, players pay large amounts to cover salaries of handsomely paid coaches. With the exception of one or two teams, maximum, players at the Junior A level are obligated to pay league and team fees. Gone are the days when a junior team was owned by a local businessman or community group with civic-minded intentions tying them to the franchise. Nowadays, such owners are slightly less rare than square pucks. The incident in Flint, if indeed we know all the details, should be of no surprise. It seemed the logical next step on the paternal ownership ladder in advanced hockey. The incident even followed the lead of the OJHL in that the apparent first response of the dad owner was axing the coach, displeased with the ice time his son received. Look no further than the Newmarket

teams time or occasional double shifting. Try that, coach, and prepare for the calls to blow up your cell phone as if it were a houseleague program. Given the growth of other sports, including basketball, volleyball and speed skating, the answer seems obvious. The problem starts at minor hockey levels, where surely

many parents cannot afford to finance the thousands of dollars required to play each season. Simple logic dictates it is not the best, as much as the thickest checkbooks, scoring at all amateur levels of hockey. It should be a real concern to the people running the sport at all levels.

John Cudmore Cuddy Shark Hurricanes — dismissed coach Brian Perrin collected threatening emails filed just minutes into games from one disgruntled owner — and Aurora Tigers and developments over the past half dozen years or so. In either case, it’s difficult to recall the last coaching change in either organization that hasn’t been initiated by this modern-day relationship. It seems junior hockey, like the youth version, is becoming more about entitlement than merit in this uncomfortable era of hand-me-down teams, passing along the costs to players and ultimately, the next owner. It seemed only a matter of time before these practices caught up to the OHL level. Flint isn’t the first instance of family interests getting in the way in the top development league in Canada. So far it is the clumsiest. It begs the question: Will we one day see a dad owner at the helm of an NHL team? Answer: Never say never. Speaking of team fees — convenient segue — at the junior level, this rather recent practice makes seasoned hockey folks wonder about the quality of play on the ice and if, indeed, some of the best players are playing at all. There are surely more than a few players quite capable of playing at a higher level, but left behind due to finances. There is no way for a fan to understand if merit exists anymore and if he is seeing what he thinks his money is paying to view. Rewards, in simpler times, meant special

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AURORA- BACHELOR D owntown Yonge St. Upper br ight with heat. Appliances. No smoking. No pets. No parking. Immediate. $850+ hydro. Call Ron 416-605-7457

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BRADFORD- 1 ( $875+ utilities) bedrooms, bright, clean, spacious, private entrance. Parking. No smoking/ no dogs. Immediate. 416-751-3368 between 9am-5pm, 905-778-8228 after 6pm.

BRADFORD- 2 bedroom basement, walkout. 2 parking. Separate entrance. Laundry. $1100 inclusive. Cable/internet extra. 416-678-4046

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

BRADFORD- 3 bedroom upper, bright, clean, spacious, private entrance. Parking. No smoking/ no dogs. $1195+ utilities. Immediate. 416-751-3368 between 9am-5pm, 905-778-8228 after 6pm.

BATHURST/ CLARK- 2 bedroom basement, separate entrance, separate yard. No pets/ smoking. Parking. Laundry. Cable. $1090 all inclusive. Available Dec. 1. 647-720-7731

DAVIS/ PATTERSON - Quiet, clean, newly renovated 2 bedroom ground level, 4pc bathroom, separate entrance, parking. Centrally located, near hospital. $1000. Available immediately. 905-717-8149

BRADFORD 2 bedroom. Near all amenities. Available immediately. $950 inclusive. No pets/ smoking. Available November 1st. 905-251-6291

DOWNTOWN BRADFORDSpacious 2 room bachelor with backyard. Main floor. Parking, A/C. Available immediately. $800 inclusive. First/ last. 416-704-9049

BRADFORD- LEGAL 1 bedroom basement, C/A, laundry, private entrance, parking. Non-smoking/ pets. Suits 1. First/ last. References. $925 includes heat/ hydro. Near amenities. (905)778-9016

LESLIE/ DAVIS- 3 bedroom upper, newly renovated. Parking + garage. No smoking/ pets. $1500 inclusive. Immediate. 905-478-4844

JACKSON'S POINT, 2 bedroom walkout apartment, available December 1st. $1050 inclusive. Suits mature couple. Separate entrance, laundry, storage, parking, Beach rights, transit, non-smoking. First and last. 905-252-5271.

SUTTON- BACHELOR $600+utilities. No pets/ smoking. Available immediately. First/ last. (905)806-4566

APARTMENT, 2 bedrooms 1 bathrooms Bright walkout $1300 Incl. Internet Incl. 5 Appliances. $1,300 Per Month 416-702-6716 BRADFORD- 2 bedroom, 6-plex, 2nd floor. Parking. Close to schools, transportation and shopping. $950 inclusive. Available November 1st. Call 905-775-7179

BRADFORD- LARGE 1 bedroom apt, separate entrance, with deck, laundry, parking. Non-smoking/ pets. $900. (905)775-7495

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YONGE/DAVIS, 1 bedroom basement, separate entrance, parking, shared laundry, non-smoking/pets. Available December 1st. 905-953-9975.

AURORA- Yonge/ Wellington

Large 2 bedroom, ensuite laundry. Secure building. Parking. Appliances. No smoking/ pets. Nov. From $1250+ 905-780-0057 NEWMARKET - 2 bedroom walkout basement, living/ diningroom, appliances, laundry, 2 parking. Backyard. $1000+. (416)721-6001

BRADFORD- 3 bedroom upper level, laundry, new appliances, 1 bath, hardwood floors, balcony, parking. No smoking, no pets. $1500 inclusive. Available January 1st. 905-392-7871

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CONDO- 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, downtown Markham. No smoking. No pets. $1350+hydro. Available immediately. 905-640-1275

YONGE/ WELLINGTON1 bedroom, 1 parking spot $950+ utilities. Available immediately. No pets allowed. 416-743-5601,Tony.

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NEWMARKET - Yonge/ Clearmeadow. 3 bedroom detached house, very clean, open concept. Hardwood floors, extra family room. Available November 15. $1850+. 416-825-9374 NEWMARKET - 2 bedroom main floor ($1250+) available December 1st. AND 3 bedroom main floor ($1400+) available January 1st. Both include laundry hook-up, fridge & stove. First/last req'd. 905-717-2977

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A celebration of lives well lived and people well loved Read more Life Stories on yorkregion.com

Wil Felgendreher was always true to his word BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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rom the moment Janet Laing set eyes on Wil Felgendreher, she knew he was a good soul. Laing was moving into a new apartment in Aurora with the hope of starting a new life. Little did she know, her Prince Charming lived right there in the building. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are you a renter?â&#x20AC;? a deep voice asked while she loaded her belongings into the elevator of her new building. When she looked up, her gaze was met by what she describes as the most striking blue eyes that seemed to see past her flesh, right to her soul. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I fell in love with him right then and there,â&#x20AC;? she said. Felgendreher was the superintendent of the building and after he had come and gone from her apartment doing repairs, she finally mustered up the courage to ask him to accompany her for a drink at Orchid Thai. It was like this father of two and grandfather of one had put a spell on her. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I totally lost my identity with him and loved him like I have never loved before,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was a rough and tough guy on the outside, but a marshmallow on the inside.â&#x20AC;? Felgendreherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heritage is Ger-

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Wil Felgendreher and Janet Laing. man, but he was very proud to be Canadian. He found much joy in watching the Toronto Maple Leafs and considered himself a history and hot rod buff. He worked at The Victorian condominium building for years and before that he was employed at Magna, Flextronics, Jubb Utility,

Cobblestone Retirement Lodge and K.P. Bronze. He was known for his honesty and always remained true to his word, especially if it meant helping others. In one instance, he gave up his chance to go to SARS-stock because a safety issue had come up

Celebrate a life well lived!

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Adored by children, universally respected and an inspiration to her peers, Mrs. McCluskey was a tireless volunteer, quick to deflect the praise heaped on her.â&#x20AC;?

at the condo building. He would run errands on his bike for those who werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mobile in the building and he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think twice about befriending a homeless woman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He also loved Aurora,â&#x20AC;? Laing said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was very interested in local history and never missed the chance to go to local events.â&#x20AC;?

Your community newspaper is celebrating the achievements and contributions of everyday, ordinary people, who have affected the lives of others in extraordinary ways. Leaving a lasting impression on the community, our award-winning journalists will write a fitting tribute in memory of those who have a special story to share. Through your community newspaper and LifeNews.ca, we celebrate those no longer with us and remember the memories we share.

The love-struck couple in their 50s were like inseparable teenagers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; they went shopping together, frequented the farmers market, concerts in the park and looked forward to wearing matching T-shirts and joining Canada Day festivities in town. She described him as a man with a great sense of humour and admits he was a little rebellious at times. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was a little bit of a ladies man,â&#x20AC;? she laughed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was definitely a family man and was a great cook.â&#x20AC;? Their story reads like a romantic movie script â&#x20AC;&#x201D; boy meets girl and they fall madly in love until a plot twist brought an abrupt end to the fairytale. Just after an enjoyable Easter dinner with family, the couple retired to bed. She awoke the next morning to find him lifeless in their bed. Without even a hint that he was ill, he died of a massive coronary. The pair was hoping to be the first couple to be wed at Aurora Town Hall, but his unexpected death derailed the happily ever after. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I miss him and even though we only had three years together, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m glad we had that,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I take comfort in knowing that of the lives he touched in Aurora, those people have a good memory of him.â&#x20AC;?

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TIBBITTS, Norwood Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Center, Newmarket on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at the age of 73 years. Norwood Tibbitts, of Sutton, beloved husband of the late Dorothy Ross. Loving father of Kevin (Sylvie), Robin (Brian), Shelley, Andrew (Dawn) and Randy (Cathy). Loving grandfather of Jake, Jason, Greg, Ryan, Summer, the late BJ, Jeremy, Justin, Taylor, Travis, Alex and Jasmyne, and 5 great-grandchildren. Remembered by his sister Heather (Bill) Sylvester and sister-in-law Lena Tibbitts. P r e d e c e a s e d b y h i s b r o t h e r Ti p . Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 356, 21 East Street, Sutton, on Sunday, November 22, 2015 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Casual attire. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of the Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton, 905-722-3274. Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com

ROSEVERE, Ann December 28, 1948-November 5, 2015 Peacefully, at home, surrounded by family and friends. She is survived and missed by her sisters Lynn and Susan, her brother Chris, and husband Roy. Thanks to doctors and nurses at Stronach Cancer Centre, SRHC, CCAC and attending nurses at SRT. Thank you to our friends and neighbours at Aurora Village Co-op for their help and support. Special mention to Joss, Joan, Anne, Kate, Colleen and Janet. A celebration of life will be held at the large meeting room, Aurora Village Co-op on Saturday, November 14th, 2015 from 6pm-8pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Stronach Cancer Centre can be make c/o Roadhouse and Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket L3Y 3Y9

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SHAWNEEKI GOLF CLUB would like to invite you to our annual Integrated Pest Management meeting.

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RFP # Description Closing Date P-15-188 Richmond Hill Hub - January 14, 2016 Social Purpose Development 1:00 p.m. (local time) Opportunity The Region is inviting responses from groups/organizations to this RFP. This RFP is intended to evaluate viable options in the development and delivery of the Social Purpose Space located on the ground floor of the Richmond Hill Hub. The Hub is a new model for our Community and Health Services Department and will house mixed income rental apartments, youth services, corporate offices and the social purpose/enterprise space. The Region will evaluate options for developing the space and will consider submissions that demonstrate innovation, financial sustainability, viability, positive community/social benefit and connectedness and integration to the existing Richmond Hill community. The Region encourages applications from all interested stakeholders. The Request for Proposals (RFP) documents are available for download from the Region's Bids & Tenders website at http://bids.york.ca for no charge. All Proponents must log into their account and register for the RFP before they can download the RFP documents. There is no cost to set up an account in the Region's Bids and Tenders System. The RFP documents will be available on or after November 12th, 2015 at 11:00 am. All Addenda will be issued on the Bids & Tenders website. Proponents are advised that there will be an Information Meeting for all potential groups/organizations and will be held on November 27, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. at 145 Essex Avenue, Richmond Hill L4C 0W8 in the Main Floor Lounge. All Queries regarding the RFP documents shall be directed to Sue Eves, Purchasing Analyst, Supplies and Services Tel: (905) 830-4444 ext. 76003. Email: sue.eves@york.ca. Please state the document number when inquiring about this RFP. If you require accommodations due to a disability please contact York Region Supplies & Services at 905-830-4444 EXT 71900 or email purchasing@york.ca. Proponents are advised that, unless otherwise permitted by the Region's Purchasing ByLaw, no bid shall be accepted from, nor shall any contract be awarded to, any Bidder with whom the Region is engaged in unresolved litigation. A list of the Proponents that submitted proposals will be provided upon request after 2:30 p.m. on the date the RFP closes. Sealed Proposals, clearly marked with the RFP Number, Description of the Project, and the Legal Company Name of the Proponent will be received by the Director of Supplies & Services at the address below. Late bids will NOT be accepted. The Regional Municipality of York Supplies & Services Branch 17250 Yonge Street, Main Floor Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 6Z1

Cynthia 51, is a beautiful, positive, caring person with a gorgeous smile. She is an interior designer, is successful, owns her own home and financially secure. She is a divorced mother of 2, both her son and daughter are grown and living independently. She is a very neat and organized person, takes very good care of herself and her home, she is a great cook, she enjoys home cooked meals with a glass of red wine, cuddling up with a good book, live music, picnics, and going on cruises. Cynthia is looking for a charming man, who is clean-shaven, healthy, has no young children, is a non-smoker, keeps fit, and most importantly, can bring a smile to her face.

All claims against the Estate of Harry Gordon Ellis, late of the Town of Newmarket, Regional Municipality of York, Province of Ontario, who died on July 23, 2014, must be filed with the undersigned Executor on or before November 28, 2015, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims of which he then shall have notice. DATED at Markham this 29th day of October, 2015.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of EUGENIA MIDDLETON (also known as JEAN TEPPER), late of the Town of Newmarket, who died on or about the 29th day of January, 2015, must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before the 17th day of December 2015 thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the estate having regard only to the claims then filed. Dated this 12 th day of November, 2015 Gloria L. Kostiuk c/o Counter & Mitchell Barristers & Solicitors P.O. Box 2939 Richmond Hill, Ontario L4E 1A8 ESTATE OF JUNE ELIZABETH THOMPSON, Deceased

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of John Tennant Gibson, late of the Town of Newmarket, in the Province of Ontario, who died on or about September 16, 2015, must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before the 21st day of December, 2015, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims of which the Estate Trustee then shall have notice. Dated at Toronto, this 5th day of November, 2015. BARBARA LOUISE HARMON Estate Trustee With a Will of the Estate of John Tennant Gibson by: McBride Wallace Laurent & Cord LLP Barristers and Solicitors Suite 200, 5464 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario M9B 1B4 Attention: Michael C.J. McBride Home Renovations

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The meeting will be held in the clubhouse located at 18543 Woodbine Avenue in Sharon at 8 am on Friday, November 27th, 2015. During this meeting we will present our annual pesticide usage report for 2014. This will allow you to be informed of our pesticide use. The meeting will allow us to explain and educate the public as to why these products were used, and also to offer you a chance to ask any questions pertaining to our 2014 pesticide usage. If you wish to attend the meeting, please contact either Jamie Scott or Ryan Smith and let us know that you plan on being present at the meeting. This will ensure we can provide adequate seating for all those who will be in attendance.

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The York North Racquet Club was founded on Nov. 28 1975. We may have changed our name to the Newmarket Squash Club, but we are still going to celebrate the milestone with a party! When: Saturday, November 28 @ 6pm Who:

All current and past members, friends, wives & girlfriends

What: Squash, music, appetizers, pool, & great times ➢ Help spread the word to any friend of the Club ➢ BE THERE! 45 Forhan Drive, Newmarket info@newmarketsquash.ca

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