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YOUR TAXES

Region proposes 2.85% tax hike Dig deeper for another $62 in 2016 on average household in Aurora

Lights, camera ... Are you or one of your neighbours festive outdoor light enthusiasts? Are you in awe every time you drive by and see that house on the corner lit up in festive colours? Let us know where the best lights are in your neighbourhood and we’ll come by and take a photograph. Or, if you are handy with a camera, take a shot and send it in and we’ll add it to our photo gallery of Best Lights in Town. Send the address with the best holiday lighting to tkibble@yrmg.com.

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BY LISA QUEEN

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s predicted last year when York Region adopted a fouryear budget forecast, it looks like the regional portion of your property taxes is going up 2.85 per cent next year. That would work out $63 for the average household, which has an assessed value of $547,000. The average household now pays $2,223.19 in regional taxes. Regional council started its budget discussions last Thursday and could adopt the fiscal document as early as Dec. 17. If the budget is approved as now proposed, the regional portion of the prop-

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erty tax bill would go up by $34 on the average house in Georgina. In East Gwillimbury, it would increase by $54. The average Newmarket household would see its regional taxes climb by $50. Aurora’s average increase would be $62, just slightly above the average $61 in Whitchurch-Stouffville. In Markham, the average increase would be $64. The average households in Richmond Hill and Vaughan would see their regional

taxes boosted by $69. King Township would have the highest increase, with the average household paying an additional $76. Last year, regional council adopted a four-year budget plan, which saw regional taxes increase by 2.97 per cent in 2015 with projections of 2.85 per cent in 2016, 2.69 per cent in 2017 and 2.35 per cent in 2018. If approved, the 2016 budget would include $2 billion in operating expenses, up from $1.9 billion this year. The capital budget would drop to $783 million in 2016, down from $826million in 2015. The region plans to spend $6.1 bilSee page A7.

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Rapid shuttle could mean relief from traffic woes Area around GO station frequently congested He recalled a conversation with a resident who must see her children off in the morning and then rush to the parking garage in the hope of finding a parking spot, so she can catch the train to work. Often, she finds herself in a panic with a lack of parking and her efforts to ditch the car and take public transit have resulted in her missing the train. “I don’t want to offend anyone, but we have the poorest transit service, with buses that are often late and can’t meet deadlines,” Abel said. “If we want to encourage more people to take transit, we will have to provide the services they need.” Abel envisions small shuttle buses that would have stops near main roads in each quadrant of Aurora with the specific mandate of picking up commuters and taking them straight to the Aurora GO station. To make it even more appealing to commuters, Abel envisions

BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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traffic woes. It isn’t uncommon for the area southeast of Wellington Street East and Industrial Parkway South to be congested as GO train commuters enter and exit the commuter-parking garage during rush hour. The town has also received enough complaints from residents regarding commuter parking at Town Park that the town performed a parking enforcement review earlier this year, according to Councillor John Abel. “The parking garage is full on a daily basis and soon we will be evicting those parking at Town Park and they will have nowhere to go,” he explained. “When you ask why these commuters don’t take public transit to the station, they just laugh.”

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Harry Lambinos, Mitchell Law-Heese and Ben Kissack of the Dr. G. W. Williams Wildcats cheer as they win a point in their YRAA championship victory over the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Trailblazers. The Wildcats start their OFSAA tournament today. For more coverage, see B8.

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LOCAL

Elected chair vote Animal control bylaw needs more bite delayed until next year Councillors to review whole governance system

BY LISA QUEEN

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ork councillors have put off making a decision about electing the regional chairperson until the new year, but have also opened the door to changing the structure of regional council. At last Thursday’s council meeting, during which several residents urged councillors to scrap the current system of having only mayors and regional councillors select the regional chair in favour of allowing voters to choose what is arguably the region’s most powerful political position, councillors decided to put off the decision until February. That will give them a chance to look at how well the system of electing a chair works in Durham, Halton and Waterloo regions. Councillors will also look at other governance issues such as

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whether East Gwillimbury, Aurora, Whitchurch-Stouffville and King should be represented on regional council by more than just their mayors when all other municipalities have at least two members. Vaughan Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua argued his city should have more than four representatives. Markham, which has a similar population, has five members. The governance review could also look at other issues such as whether regional councillors should be directly elected to regional council. Several residents pushed councillors to support a motion from Markham Councillor Joe Li and Whitchurch-Stouffville Mayor See page A7.

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eter Smith believes Aurora’s animal control bylaw needs more teeth and should have more bite when it comes to enforcement. The longtime Aurora resident wants the town to shorten its leash on rules surrounding dog owners’ responsibility when their pets are on public property, such as walking trails, and to ban retractable leashes. “We should not have to carry bear spray or large sticks to ward off unpleasant pet encounters,” Smith said.

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“We expect to be protected from attacks by domestic animals.” He felt the need to speak out after his wife, Irene, was injured during an encounter with an at-large dog. His wife and other women, who belong to the same walking club, frequent public trails and often encounter off-leash and at-large dogs, he said. One incident occurred Labour Day when an aggressive dog, on a retractable leash, allegedly lunged at his wife’s face, causing her to topple backward. She broke her right ankle in two places and has

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since undergone surgery to insert a metal plate and 10 screws. She is still recovering. “This is a severe blow to someone with an active lifestyle,” Smith continued. “If this can happen to a fit, healthy, strong person, then it can certainly happen to anyone.” While charges were not pursued, the family would still like to see additional signs posted in public areas regarding the leashing of dogs, more officers designated to monitor and enforce the laws and an increase of fines for owners who are charged.

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Vice-principal misquoted An article entitled Keeping Our Kids Fit in last week’s papers included misinformation in a quote by Lake Simcoe Public School vice-president Jennifer Burt. She said: “After a body break you can see it helps kids get back on track. If they’re fidgety or restless they can take a run in the gym, if there is support staff available. It’s hard not to smile when you’re doing jumping jacks.” We regret the error.

The Aurora Public Library celebrated its 8th annual International Games Day Nov. 21. Here, Natassjieka White and her sister Natassa play the Funny Faces memory game on a library smart board, as librarian Polly Ross watches. 4

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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Reconstruction of Brookland Avenue The Town of Aurora intends to reconstruct Brookland Avenue from Yonge Street to Banbury Court in 2017, subject to approval by Aurora Town Council. Interested residents are invited to attend a public meeting to view the engineering design plans for this project. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 8 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Aurora Town Hall, Holland Room, 1st floor. There are no formal presentations scheduled. Town staff and engineering consultants will be available to discuss the proposed plans. For more information, please contact Patrick Ngo, Municipal Engineer, at 905-727-3123, ext. 4375, or by email to pngo@aurora.ca Town of Aurora 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 | www.aurora.ca/publicnotices | 905-727-1375

The Town of Aurora and Windfall Ecology Centre have partnered to take on the Healthy Kids Community Challenge, which encourages open communication between businesses, public health facilities and schools to create a community approach to healthy lifestyles. Step one of the project is to complete a community needs assessment and the challenge team will research submitted projects to put into action when the challenge launches in February 2016. Those involved in sports, health, nutrition and wellness programs are being asked to submit project proposals that could be part of an action plan. These projects should promote healthy behaviours in children to age 12, only involve children living in Aurora and support the town’s wellness efforts while enhancing the overall community. Proposals should include a letter of interest stating the program concept, projected impact, cost and any relevant resources that would be required. Submissions are due by 5 p.m. Nov. 27 For more information, contact Gemma Goldstein at 416-465-6333 ext. 114 or Christina Nagy-Oh at 905-727-3123 ext. 4382.

Santa comes to town Saturday Yonge Street will be closed Saturday to make room for Santa’s sleigh. On Nov. 28, the Town of Aurora presents its annual Santa Under the Stars parade and from 3 to 8 p.m., Yonge will be closed from St. John’s Sideroad to Wellington Street and Wellington Street to Batson Drive.

All side streets between Wellington and Batson will be open. Southbound Yonge will remain open until 5:30 p.m. Other streets impacted by the holiday tradition include the closure of Old Yonge southbound from 3 to 8 p.m. from St. John’s to Twelve Oaks Drive. Yonge will also be closed from Orchard Heights Boulevard to Henderson Drive and Englehard Drive from Edward Street to Industrial Parkway will be closed from 5:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, visit aurora.ca

Help light up the Town of Aurora The 10th annual tree lighting ceremony isn’t an event to be missed. Taking place at Aurora Town Hall, on John West Way and inside Aurora Seniors’ Centre, there is fun for every member of the family. On Dec. 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., all can enjoy caroling, led by the Salvation Army’s brass band, and the trimming of the tree. Santa will help the crowd light the tree at 6:45 p.m. followed by an extraordinary fire eating performance by Cobbler Jay. For the wee ones, there will be festive games, ornament making and take home arts and crafts activities accompanied by a theatrical performance by the Canadian Children’s Theatre Company. The Seniors’ Centre will host Mrs. Claus while she reads ’Twas The Night Before Christmas beginning at 7:15 p.m. For the first time, there will also be live reindeer on site. For more information about the event, contact the town’s special events line at 905726-4762.

TOWN OF AURORA PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING

Aurora Town Council will hold a public meeting to receive input on the following planning application on Wednesday, December 16 at 7 p.m. at Aurora Town Hall Council Chambers.

APPLICATION:

The Owner has submitted Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications to allow ten Employment Blocks and Environmental Protection Area (EPA) on the 19.9 hectare site.

APPLICATION:

The Owner has submitted a Zoning By-law Amendment Application to allow the existing three Lots to be severed to permit the creation of five new single-detached dwelling Lots with site specific zoning provisions.

PROPERTY:

1588 St. John’s Sideroad East

PROPERTY:

7, 15 and 19 Cousins Drive

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:

Part of Lot 26, Concession 3

APPLICANT:

2352017 Ontario Inc.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:

Lots 25, 26 and 27, Registered Plan 340

FILE NUMBER:

ZBA-2015-05 and SUB-2015-02

APPLICANT:

Nunzio Grossi

FILE NUMBER:

ZBA-2015-12

CONTACT INFORMATION: Additional information may be obtained from Drew MacMartin of the Planning & Development Services department at 905-727-3123, ext. 4347, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Comments may also be mailed to the Planning & Development Services department at the same address, faxed to 905-726-4736 or emailed to planning@aurora.ca prior to the meeting. Please quote the file name and number. PRIVACY INFORMATION: The Town of Aurora collects personal information in communications or presentations made to Town Council and/or its Committees. The Town collects this information to enable it to make informed decisions on the relevant issue(s). If you are submitting letters, faxes, emails, presentations or other communications to the Town, you should be aware that your name and the fact that you communicated with the Town will become part of the public record and will appear on the Town’s website. The Town will also make your communication and any personal information in it, such as your address and postal code or email address available to the public unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. By submitting a fax, email, presentation or other communication, you are authorizing the Town to collect and use the above-noted information for this purpose. The Town audio records Public Planning meetings. If you make a presentation to Town Council and/ or its Committees, the Town will be audio recording you and Town staff and may make these audio recordings available to the public. Please direct any questions about this to the Town Clerk at 905-727-3123, ext. 4771. ZONING BY-LAW (O. REG. 545/06), PLAN OF SUBDIVISION (O. REG. 544/06): If a person or a public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Town of Aurora before the bylaw is passed, or before the approval authority gives or refuses to give approval to the draft Plan of Subdivision, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of The Town of Aurora to the Ontario Municipal Board. If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Town of Aurora before the bylaw is passed, or before the approval authority gives or refuses to give approval to the draft Plan of Subdivision, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. If you wish to be notified of the decision of The Town of Aurora in respect to the Zoning By-law Amendment, and/or proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision you must make a written request to The Town of Aurora to the attention of the Director of Planning & Development Services. Town of Aurora 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 www.aurora.ca/publicnotices | 905-727-3123, ext. 4347 C

CONTACT INFORMATION: Additional information may be obtained from Marty Rokos of the Planning & Development Services department at 905-727-3123, ext. 4350, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Comments may also be mailed to the Planning & Development Services department at the same address, faxed to 905-726-4736 or emailed to planning@aurora.ca prior to the meeting. Please quote the file name and number. PRIVACY INFORMATION: The Town of Aurora collects personal information in communications or presentations made to Town Council and/or its Committees. The Town collects this information to enable it to make informed decisions on the relevant issue(s). If you are submitting letters, faxes, emails, presentations or other communications to the Town, you should be aware that your name and the fact that you communicated with the Town will become part of the public record and will appear on the Town’s website. The Town will also make your communication and any personal information in it, such as your address and postal code or email address available to the public unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. By submitting a fax, email, presentation or other communication, you are authorizing the Town to collect and use the above-noted information for this purpose. The Town audio records Public Planning meetings. If you make a presentation to Town Council and/or its Committees, the Town will be audio recording you and Town staff and may make these audio recordings available to the public. Please direct any questions about this to the Town Clerk at 905-727-3123, ext. 4771. ZONING BY-LAW (O. REG. 545/06): If a person or a public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Town of Aurora before the bylaw is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of The Town of Aurora to the Ontario Municipal Board. If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Town of Aurora before the bylaw is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless there are reasonable grounds to do so. If you wish to be notified of the decision of The Town of Aurora in respect to the Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to The Town of Aurora to the attention of the Director of Planning & Development Services. Town of Aurora 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 www.aurora.ca/publicnotices | 905-727-3123, ext. 4350

The Aurora Banner, Thursday, November 26, 2015

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t this time of the year, it seems every community is doing its best to spread holiday cheer. From Santa Claus parades and tree lighting events to unique shopping and musical experiences, there’s something available to help even the staunchest Grinch grow his or her heart a few sizes. Here’s our list of the top places and events to catch the holiday spirit in the coming weeks:

Experience Frost & Fire: A Celtic Christmas Celebration at the Aurora Cultural Centre. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 on the day of the concert. A cash bar and CDs will be available. The doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show starts at 8. The centre is at 22 Church St. For more information, call 905-713-1818.

DEC. 21 TO 24 UNTIL DEC. 24

Get into the Christmas spirit by watching a live play celebrating the birth of Jesus. This live nativity pageant will take place at Fairy Lake Park in Newmarket. The pageant runs at 7 and 8 p.m. Dec. 21 to 23, and 7 p.m. Christmas Eve. The show is presented by the town and the Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints. For more information, visit newmarket.ca.

Visit Santa Claus Upper Canada Mall. He’ll be there Nov. 12 to 27 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. From Nov. 28 to Dec. 23, he’ll be at the mall 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays. On Christmas Eve, visit Santa from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Further details can be found at uppercanadamall. com.

DEC. 5 The Christmas Carol Sing and Breakfast will be held at Sharon Temple, 18974 Leslie St., at 9 a.m. Tickets are $15, but kids younger than five enter for free. For more information, call 905478-2389.

DEC. 3 TO JAN. 3 See the light display known as Winter Wonderland at Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Dr., from 6 to 9 p.m. every night. Enjoy free skating on the Tim Hortons skating and water feature or catch the hockey game playing on the outdoor television at the Newmarket Ice Lounge. The Tim Hortons Express Train will also be on site. Experience Frozen Fridays Dec. 4, 11 and 18. There will be a disc jockey, drinks and food.

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DEC. 6 Aurora Mayor Geoff Dawe, Newmarket Mayor Tony Van Bynen, East Gwillimbury Mayor Virginia Hackson, Magna for Communities representative Steve Hinder and Newmarket Ward 7 Councillor and Community and Home Assistance to Seniors CEO Christina Bisanz will participate in a dramatic reading of A Christmas Carol at New Hope Methodist Church from 3 to 5 p.m. The event is organized by The Very Useful Theatre Company and net proceeds benefit CHATS. Tickets are $20 per adult and $15 for seniors and children older than 12. For more information, call the theatre company at 905-836-5460.

NOV. 28 Grab a cup of hot chocolate and visit Yonge Street in Aurora for the annual Santa Under the Stars parade. The event runs south on Yonge, between Orchard Heights Boulevard and Murray Drive, from 6 to 8 p.m. Further details can be found at aurora.ca.

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The Mount Albert Community Tree Lighting takes place at the Mount Albert Community Centre, 53 Main St., from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Enjoy wagon rides and crafts and bring a non-perishable food item for the Mount Albert Food Pantry. Further details can be found at eastgwillimbury.ca.

Visit the One Stop Christmas Shop for your gift giving needs. Local vendors and artisans will be on hand selling food, decor, cards, toys, knits, bath and beauty products. Everyone is welcome to attend and Santa will visit. Admission is $2 and 50 per cent will be donated to the fight against cancer at Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto. Non-perishable food and unwrapped toys will also be accepted for donation to needy local families. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. For more information, visit glowbathandbeauty.com.

DEC. 5 The Sutton Santa Claus Parade of Lights runs at 5 p.m. It starts in Jackson’s Point and moves along Dalton Road to High Street, before ending at the Sutton Fairgrounds. For more information, visit georgina.ca.

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Lock It or Lose It campaign launches Lock your vehicle or risk losing its contents. That’s the message from York Regional Police as the organization participates in the province-wide Lock It or Lose It campaign. The campaign is sponsored by the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police and encourages drivers to take precautions to protect their vehicles and vehicle contents from theft, particularly during the holiday season. During the campaign, residents are being reminded about the dangers of

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property and identity theft resulting from unlocked vehicles. And valuables should never be left in plain view. YRP officers, in partnership with GO Transit, will be handing out theft prevention material to commuters at various GO lots throughout the region. Officers will also be attending several malls in the area and reminding shoppers to lock their vehicles and ensure that their purchases are securely stowed in the trunk. Follow the campaign by using the hashtag #LockItOrLoseIt on Twitter.

 Upper Canada Mall’s Mrs. Claus is played by Amara Mancuso, Torontobased restauranteur, mom of two, and blogger at Lace + Braids. The I Am Mrs. Claus campaign kicked off Nov. 21, as a nod to the women who buy and wrap gifts, shop for and cook the feast, plan the office party and host the cookie exchange. The campaign, which kicked off Nov. 21, featured the unveiling of the modern-day, relatable and stylish real-life Mrs. Claus. She presented a 2015 holiday gift guide and had a handbag contest.

TOWN OF AURORA PUBLIC NOTICE

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

The Owner has submitted Applications to Amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a residential condominium apartment development comprised of two 10-storey buildings with a total of 296 units on the 1.1 hectare site.

PROPERTY:

180, 190 and 220 Wellington Street East

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LEGAL DESC.:

Part of Lot 106, Registered Plan 246

APPLICANT:

Metropolitan Square Inc.

FILE NUMBER:

OPA-2015-05 and ZBA-2015-15

CONTACT:

Additional information may be obtained from Lawrence Kuk of the Planning & Development Services department at 905-727-3123 ext. 4343, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Comments may also be mailed to the Planning & Development Services department at the address noted below, faxed to 905-726-4736 or emailed to planning@aurora.ca. Please quote the file name and number.

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The Owner has submitted a Zoning By-law Amendment Application to rezone the northerly portion of the Owner’s land from R2-95 to O-17 to require a minimum five metres of private landscape buffer on residential lots abutting the municipal boundary to The Town of Newmarket.

PROPERTY:

1280 St. John’s Sideroad

Part of Lot 26, Concession 2

APPLICANT:

Mattamy (Aurora) Limited

FILE NUMBER:

ZBA-2015-14

CONTACT:

The Town of Aurora collects personal information in communications or presentations made to Town Council and/or its Committees. The Town collects this information to enable it to make informed decisions on the relevant issue(s). If you are submitting letters, faxes, emails, presentations or other communications to the Town, you should be aware that your name and the fact that you communicated with the Town will become part of the public record and will appear on the Town’s website. The Town will also make your communication and any personal information in it, such as your address and postal code or email address available to the public unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. By submitting a fax, email, presentation or other communication, you are authorizing the Town to collect and use the above-noted information for this purpose. The Town audio records Public Planning meetings. If you make a presentation to Town Council and/or its Committees, the Town will be audio recording you and Town staff and may make these audio recordings available to the public. Please direct any questions about this to the Town Clerk at 905-727-3123, ext. 4771. Zoning By-law (O. Reg. 545/06) If a person or a public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Town of Aurora before the bylaw is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of The Town of Aurora to the Ontario Municipal Board. If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Town of Aurora before the bylaw is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless there are reasonable grounds to do so. If you wish to be notified of the decision of The Town of Aurora in respect to the Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to The Town of Aurora to the attention of the Director of Planning & Development Services. Town of Aurora 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 www.aurora.ca/publicnotices | 905-727-3123, ext. 4343 C

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he cooler weather of fall and winter T is on its way and with them the slippery, slick and snow covered roads that regularly bring additional motor vehicle collisions. Withthisweathercomes further responsibility for paying special care and attention to the roads you are driving on, along with observing the actions of others around you. A simple misjudgment can result in serious repercussions. If some misfortune comes your way, by way of a Motor Vehicle Collision, is aware of the law. Firstly, be certain to bring your vehicle to a stop at the roadside, if it is still capable of driving. It is the law to do so, and you can be subject to serious charges (Fail to Remain - Section 200(1) of the Highway Traffic Act) should you flea the scene of a collision. Upon safely stopping

and exiting your vehicle, contact local police for instruction. If there are no injuries and damages appear less than $1000.00, police will likely not attend and you and the other parties involved will be required to attend a collision reporting centre (depending on area accident occurs). Should your vehicle or that of another party involved be incapable of driving or there are injuries or damages visibly exceeding $1000.00 you should contact 911 and police and emergency service workers will likely be dispatched to the scene to assess the circumstances. Along with the investigation by police, both yourself and the parties directly involved will be required to provide the required information, that being a Driver’s Licence, Valid automobile insurance and proof of ownership. Failing to provide these documents can result in numerous charges that can be laid. These charges can range from “Fail to produce Licence, Permit, and insurance card to Failure to provide required information at an accident”. You must report and assist police in the investigation, understand you are Statutorily Compelled to provide a detailed account of what occurred to assist police under, specifically relying on Section 199

of the Highway Traffic Act. Failing to report an accident can further result in charges laid. (Fail to Report - Section 199(1) of the Highway Traffic Act). While investigating an accident, police require information pertaining the relevant information and upon request of a police officer you are required by statute to assist and provide information pertaining relevant details of the accident. Be aware of providing a statement after being charged. If charges are laid, anything you say to the officer at that point can be used against you in the court proceedings. These are not covered under the reporting portion of the Act. However, prior to any charges or mention of charges, if police advise they are investigating a motor vehicle collision and use your information provided, there is a remedy that requires a legal argument with regards to a potential breach in your Canadian Charter Rights. It is best to speak with a legal professional to understand if your rights have truly been breached while also assessing your case before the courts. Be aware of the law, your rights and drive safe. RS

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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Seventh Annual Artisan & Crafters Sale Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Fundraiser for the Aurora Community of Special Olympics. Over 40 Vendors. Something for everyone. See you there and don’t forget to partake in our Prize Draw Table!! Contact: cheryl@mcrins.on.ca, 905-713-1612, 905-727-9030.

Snow Days: Reflections on Winters Past Ongoing until Dec. 19, varying times. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Exhibition and sale of scenes of Winters past by artists Dave and Ross Rheaume. A special feature is A Christmas Carol painted series by Dave Rheaume complementing the annual tradition of the theatrical performance at our Victorian Christmas Afternoon on Dec. 12. Tickets available for this event, which includes tea, sweets, live music and a theatrical presentation of A Christmas Carol, at the Centre, or order by phone.Hours: Tuesdays, Thursday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 am - 8 p.m. Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

Tomorrow Star Wars Frenzy Nov. 27, 10:30 a.m. East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert branch, 19300 Centre St. Celebrate the upcoming release of Star Wars: Episode VII at this actionpacked program! Ages 7 - 10 years. Cost: $1 / person. Register. Cost: $1. Recruiting and Selecting Top Talent Nov. 27, 8:30 to 10 a.m. Aurora Chamber of Commerce, 14483 Yonge St. Aurora Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Williams HR Consulting, presents this series of nine seminars and workshops designed to help employers skillfully navigate their most challenging people issues. It will focus on how to build high-performance teams to drive overall performance and growth of your business while reducing potential risks. Contact: Sandra Watson, s.watson@aurorachamber.on.ca, 905-727-7262. Detective Science Nov. 27, 2 to 3 p.m. A Joyous Noel Nov. 27 & 28, 7:30 to 10 p.m. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1035 Wayne Dr. in Newmarket. Holy Cross Lutheran Church presents the third in Songs Worth Sharing Concert Series. Performing are Cynthia Wallbank, Linda Condy, Gary Curran, Tom Doherty, and Kyle Merrithew, accompanied by Marney Curran on the piano. Refreshments are included at intermission. Tickets are $25.00. For tickets call 905-898-1682 or email tickets@holycrosslutheran.ca Contact: Rose Orfanakos, rorfanakos@hotmail.com, 905-895-5415.

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An Old Fashioned Christmas Craft Show Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Optimist Hall of Newmarket, 56 Forhan Dr. The Grandparent Connection is hosting a craft show featuring work by some amazing local talent. Elsa and Santa Claus will also be making visits (parents, bring your cameras) and there will be a Make-A-Card station for kids of all ages to make a card for a senior, which will be distributed by The Grandparent Connection. Free entry, live music, ‘Stockings for Seniors” booth for stocking item donations, prizes galore and Mrs. Claus’Tea Shoppe round out this amazing event. Check website for more information: www. grandparentconnect.wix.com/christmascraftshow. Info: Valerie Luttreel, anoldfashionedchristmas@gmail.com, 9057155751.

The Reign of the Queen of Canada Exhibition Ongoing until Dec. 18, varying times. 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.

BOTTLE DRIVE FUNDRAISER - HELP A CADET VISIT VIMY Nov. 26, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Optimist Hall of Newmarket, 56 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.

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Local groups and artist will have their creations on sale just before Christmas! Doors open 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Lahey presents at 2 p.m. with Q & A Tickets 20$ - Pay at door or pre-order on website. Contact: Katie Barber, aurorasanimalrightsadvocates@gmail.com.

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: Beth Sinyard, elmanmuseum@rogers.com, 905-953-5314.

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.

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Voices of Joy Nov. 29, 3 to 5 p.m. Bethel Christian Reformed Church, 333 Davis Dr. in Newmarket. Christmas Concert in song and story. Free Will offering will be taken and donations to the food bank are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Contact: Janet, j.dewinter@sympatico.ca, 905-775-8821.

Next week Brenda Snape took this photo of a robin eating mountain ash berries. 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. Holland Landing Public Library, 19513 Yonge St. Ages 6 - 12 years. Please register. Discover the world of forensic science. Examine self-made fingerprints, dental records, and learn how writing can be used to crack the crime. Make your own Identification Kit to take home. Presented by Mad Science. The cost to participate is $1 per person. Contact: Heather Alblas, halblas@egpl.ca, 905 -826 - 6492.

on Saturday, Nov. 28! Help build a plan for Aurora’s Cultural Precinct and mingle with Santa and his elves. Participate in an urban adventure race and receive clues while exploring Aurora’s Cultural Precinct. Fill out your Culture Quest passport to win prizes! Public feedback will be used in the development of the Town of Aurora’s Cultural Precinct Plan. Rain or shine! Contact: Sarah Millar, millar@fotenn.com, 416-789-4530.

Threads of Tradition: Exhibition of Handmade Holiday Quilts by Angela Krotowski Ongoing until Dec. 19, varying times. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Renowned Aurora-based quilter Angela Krotowski presents an exhibition of 10 holiday-themed handmade quilts. Each quilt is made with a special purpose, reason and person in mind. The artist designs her quilts to preserve our cultural heritage, family history and special loves. Drop by the Apple Suites Gallery to take in this beautiful work.Threads of Tradition will help usher in the holiday season from Nov. 26 - Dec. 19. Gallery admission is at no charge. Tuesdays, Thurs - Saturdays 10 am - 4 pm Wednesday extended hours 10 am - 8 pm Gallery closed Sunday & Monday Contact: Jane Taylor, info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818.

Jingle Bell Blitz Nov. 28, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Newmarket No Frills, 17255 Leslie St. Take a Bite Out of Hunger at the 7th Annual Event for the Newmarket Food Pantry. Free breakfast sandwich with every donation. Live festive music. Contact: Hosted by Valley View Alliance Church, 905-830-1143.

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Aurora Community Band presents its 4th Annual Holiday Market Nov. 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. There will be unique local vendors and artisans, a one-of-a-kind raffle, holiday gifts and treats, as well as holiday classics performed by Aurora’s own community band. Contact: auroracommunityband@gmail.com.

Aurora Santa Under the Stars Parade Nov. 28, 6 to 8 p.m. Parade starts at Yonge Street & Orchard Heights. Come out for the Santa Under the Stars Parade. The parade travels south on Yonge Street from Orchard Heights Boulevard to Murray Drive. Food Donations and letters to Santa will be collected by the Salvation Army along the route prior to the start of the parade. Contact: Lindsay McGuire, lmcguire@aurora.ca, 905-727-3123.

Pet Pictures with Santa Paws! Nov. 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Veterinary Emergency Clinic of York Region, 1210 Journey’s End Cir. Come on out to the Veterinary Emergency Clinic of York Region and bring your pets to have their pictures taken with Santa! All proceed will go to support the shelter animals at the Newmarket SPCA. We are suggesting a $10 donation, and we will be doing nail trims for $10 as well! Contact: Tanika, infovecer@rogers.ca, 905-953-5351.

Newmarket Folk Society presents VALDY Nov. 28, 8 to 10:30 p.m. Newmarket Legion Hall, 707 Srigley St. Valdy, has been part of the fabric of Canadian pop and folk music for over 34 years, winning friends and a number of Juno awards along the way. He’s a singer, guitarist and songwriter who catches the small but telling moments that make up life. Tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased by phone at 905-836-9073 (Carol or Dave) or from NOMI at 250 Main St. S. Contact: Graham Bonesteel, gbonesteel@gmail.com, 905-895-4977.

Hot Chocolate on the Veranda Nov. 28, 6 to 8 p.m. Hillary House National Historic Site, 15372 Yonge St. Join AHS staff and volunteers for a cup of FREE hot chocolate to warm up during the Town of Aurora’s annual Santa Under the Stars Parade. Contact: Erika Mazanik, erika.mazanik@aurorahs.com, 905-727-8991.

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Compassion is our Passion: Bazaar with Guest speaker Kevin Lahey Nov. 29, 12:30 to 4 p.m. Aurora Community Center - Auditorium, Aurora Heights Drive. Peace Fur Paws and Aurora’s Animal Rights Advocates are excited to host a healthy vegan lunch with a presentation by Kevin S. Lahey on his experiences as a past Mercy For Animals undercover investigator in factory farms.

English Conversation Circle Nov. 30, 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. Tuesday open studio Dec. 1, 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. Christmas Clay Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m. East Gwillimbury Public Library - Holland Landing, 19513 Yonge St. Create your own kiln-fired pottery cookie plate with a holiday design! Presented by Cathy Gifford. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. All ages. Cost: $5 / person. Please register. Carve Your Own Christmas/ Holiday Ornaments Dec. 2 & 9, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Learn to carve, or enhance your existing skills, by creating beautiful holiday keepsakes in wood. Pinecones, le Pere Noel, snowmen, a Christmas tree - you will create special treasures for your own decor, or to give as gifts. No previous carving experience required; use of tools provided each night (or bring your own, if you already carve). Course fee $50, plus nominal materials fee; + HST For ages 16 & up. Info: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818. Pickering college open house Dec. 2, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Pickering College, 16945 Bayview Ave. Meet students, staff, faculty and parents. Learn more about Pickering College’s specialized programming and go on a tour of the historic campus. Contact: 905-895-1700. Family Storytime Dec. 2, 10 to 11:30 a.m. East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert branch, 19300 Centre St. Drop in for music, rhymes, stories and a craft. Birth - 5 years with caregiver.

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omeless residents have a place to go for shelter and a good meal this winter. Inn From the Cold’s winter shelter has opened for the season and volunteers and staff are ready to provide food, clean clothes and a warm, safe place to sleep. Residents, businesses and faith groups are also urged to participate in sponsor nights and meal programs, to help offset costs for Inn. “Housing and food is basic to our existence and humanity,” executive director Tom Vegh said. “A society can be judged on how we treat the least fortunate. As any population grows, that (marginalized person) number grows. “ Between 2010 and 2015, Inn served more than 8,900 guests during the winter season. Men and women over the age of 16 can take showers, do laundry and visit a health or social worker. They also receive a hot supper, breakfast and take-away lunch. The shelter is also in a transition phase, which will lead to a greater focus on homelessness prevention. In addition to the winter shelter, Inn currently offers an employment program, health and wellness services and a drop-in support centre that includes professionals from local addiction, mental health

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Help build a plan for Aurora’s Cultural Precinct and mingle with Santa and his elves. Participate in an urban adventure race and receive clues while exploring Aurora’s Cultural Precinct. Fill out your Culture Quest passport to win prizes! Public feedback will be used in the development of the Town of Aurora’s Cultural Precinct Plan. Date: Saturday, November 28 9 a.m. – Doors open 9:30 a.m. – First clue issued 10 a.m. – Race start 12 p.m. – Race ﬁnish

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and housing organizations. “The next step for the Inn is the creation of a social services hub with the focus on homelessness and the prevention of it,” Vegh said. “A lot of bad things have to happen in your life before you find yourself homeless. Nothing in your life has prepared you for it. There will always be shelter services. I’m not naive enough to think we’re going to eliminate homelessness. We provide shelter for about 20 people a night; in extreme weather, that’s closer to 30. Hopefully, down the road, that number will decrease significantly.” Vegh was hired by Inn earlier this year and has 20 years of experience in the non-profit management field. He has sat on the governance board of two provincial organizations representing the non-profit sector and was the executive director of Habitat for Humanity York Region and the senior director of volunteer services for Habitat GTA. “I believe in the mission,” he said. “It’s an important cause.” The winter shelter is open from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. seven days per week until the end of March. Inn from the Cold is at 510 Penrose St.

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A design concept for Aurora’s proposed cultural precinct could be ready as early as next week. Michael Scott and Sarah Miller, consultants who have been working with the town to create a vision for the project, explained that town staff, the public and other stakeholders in the community have been vital in deciding what to include in the design. “We want to see the cultural precinct to become not only an attractive, vibrant and people-focused district, which is strongly connected to the town centre and adjacent neighbourhoods, but also connected to other community destinations, so we start to build on this as a piece of a larger puzzle,” Scott told town council. The precinct should be a celebrated local hub that has year-round activities and serves as a both a civic and culture focal point in the community, particularly for the arts and cultural tourism industries, he added. So far, four consultations have been completed, including asking town staff what it thinks should be included in the concept design, collecting feedback from 42 members of the public who attended a culture walk through the designated area being considered and an online survey, Miller said. Town staff expressed an interest in a concept that is more pedestrian friendly, includes information signs and hosts programming throughout the entire year. Those who participated in the walk regarding the proposed district that stretches

west from Town Park to Yonge Street, expressed a liking of town park events, a need for a larger space to house the museum and a desire to maintain heritage landmarks. They also suggested setting guidelines for infill development, improving connections, trees and green space in the area, while preserving that small town feel. While the full results from the online survey have yet to be tallied, some of the emerging statistics are intriguing, according to Miller. Of those who responded, 64 per cent said preserving facades of buildings was important, 49 per cent wanted an improvement of walkability, 62 per cent highlighted streetscape features, such as benches and lamp posts, 47 per cent are in support of a variety of architectural styles and 72 per cent like the idea of using Aurora’s cultural heart for economic growth. “We need to think big and think local,” Scott said. “It needs to be the true heart of Aurora with integrated land use, engaging programming in the hub of a creative economy that will really set it apart from your neighbours,” Scott continued. What’s next for the cultural precinct? Community Culture Quest Aurora is scheduled for Nov. 28 at Victoria Hall, 27 Mosley St. Participants can help build their plan and mingle with Santa and his elves. An urban adventure race will have participants receiving clues to explore the precinct and a passport can be filled out to win prizes. To pre-register for the event, call FOTENN Consultants at 416-789-4530 or email millar@fotenn.com or button@fotenn.com.

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‘Canada a democracy where voices matter’: teen Justin Altmann advocating in favour of Newmarket-Aurora MPP Chris Ballard’s private member’s bill for an elected chair. In the last couple of weeks, Aurora, Whitchurch-Stouffville and Markham councils have all supported electing the regional chair. “For me, it starts with accountability,” Aurora Councillor Michael Thompson, who said he was speaking as a resident, told regional council Thursday. If the chair was elected, candidates would have to present their platforms on issues such as development, affordable housing and transportation to voters, rather than lobbying support only among mayors and regional councillors, he said. “Residents have a right to know what the most powerful and highly paid person in regional govern-

is decided by the political workings of this inner group, where general citizens are not privy to the decision process,” he said.

Simply time for change “It is simply time for a change where the average Joe Citizen has a say in voting in the most powerful position in York Region,” he said. King Mayor Steve Pellegrini asked Pullano if he finds it “somewhat, and I’ll choose the word carefully, because I was going to say hypocritical” that the province is looking to impose an elected chair on the region when voters don’t directly elect the premier. “Two wrongs don’t make a right, Mayor Pellegrini,” Pullano said. Meanwhile, Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti challenged claims that the chair is an exceptionally powerful position, saying residents don’t need to look any further than the elected mayors and regional

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lion on capital projects over the next 10 years, the largest amount among surrounding 905 regions. Halton Region’s 10-year capital plan calls for spending $3.2 billion, while Peel Region will invest $5.8 billion and Durham Region will spend $3.8 billion. The single largest investment in York would be on transportation projects, which would get 44 per cent of the funding, while

37 per cent would go toward water and wastewater projects and 19 per cent would be spent on other initiatives. Over the next three years, the region plans to hire 49 new police officers and 17 civilians, hire 52 paramedics and build or rehabilitate paramedic response stations, add 52 new lane kilometres of roads, open two transitional/emergency housing facilities and invest more in water and wastewater infrastructure and vivaNext bus rapid transit services on new rapidways.

BRIEFLY Central York Fire Services is making Canadians a little safer. The department raised $1,300 for the Hawkins-Gignac Foundation during October’s Fire Prevention Week. The money will help the foundation purchase carbon monoxide alarms for needy families. “It is the law to have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed in your residence to help protect against carbon monoxide poisoning,” Fire Chief Ian Laing said, noting the money was raised at station open houses.

countries in the western world in the 21st century. “Yet, unfortunately, the top job of York Region chair is still chosen by an elected small circle of people. This is against the very essence of the democratic process in Canada” Saying he has no concerns with the job performance of either Emmerson or his predecessor, Bill Fisch, Newmarket resident Darryl Wolk argued the region has an opportunity to come up with a made-in-York solution rather than waiting for an elected chair to be imposed by the provincial government. “The chair is the face of York Region with responsibility for transportation, human services, economic development and policing,” he said, adding the job is much too important to be left to political lobbying behind closed doors.

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Logo or not, board should give out books THE ISSUE: Free books to Grade 1 students are being denied by York’s school board due to a TD logo.

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Parents can’t do any more. So, when the private sector offers to donate quality books to improve literacy, regardless of a logo, the board should not turn up its nose. York’s Catholic board and the Toronto board of education accepted these books with open arms and York should do the same. But its message is crystal clear. “We would not approve a book with a logo on it regardless of where the logo is,” said Licinio Miguelo, board senior manager of corporate communications, “whether it’s on page one or page 10.” Charlotte Teeple, executive director of the Canadian Children’s Book Centre, is “irritated” by the decision as are many teachers and parents. The centre, whose mission it is to promote Canadian books for Canadian kids, annually distributes more than 500,000 copies of a carefully selected Canadian picture books printed in both official languages through school boards, homeschooling groups and First Nations reserves. All children, except those enrolled in the York public board, are enjoying Mr. Zinger’s Hat. And that’s just not right.

BOTTOM LINE: York’s public school board needs to take another look at its corporate logo policy.

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Re: Highland Gate taking development to OMB, Nov. 19: bit.ly/1XcssP7 OMB hearings can be very expensive and I’m not excited to have the cost of a hearing added to my taxes. Perhaps the NIMBY’s should reconsider their demands; alternatively if they feel they have been unfairly dealt with and wish to proceed to an OMB hearing, they should be prepared to pay for it. Geranium Corp. is a highly respected builder/developer and is a good corporate citizen. I don’t think it would go this route without justification.

in the fact he doesn’t have to go into detention. After dinner, he will maybe spend some time watching TV or playing video games. Do you think his thoughts will turn to the terrible act he committed? Not likely. If he was sitting in detention tonight in a facility in Milton, it would probably be the only thing he would have to think about. My next letter is to the Crown attorney to urge him to appeal the sentence to a higher court; one that does not make decisions based on personal feelings. Justice must not only be done but it must also be seen to be done. Neither has been achieved in this case.

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Re: Town passes on third underpass, Nov. 19: bit.ly/1lg2wAV I’m sure most of us have seen the pedestrian overpass on Hwy. 11 at Webers (burger stand), which accommodates thousands across a busy highway. I feel sure a suitable, safe overpass on Leslie Street, would not cost anywhere near the $1.8 million. Have we investigated this?

Re: Open letter to Newmarket Mayor Tony Van Bynen and Newmarket town council regarding Newmarket watchdog group blasts town spending as budget hikes loom, yorkregion.com: bit.ly/1PXjXlo As longtime Newmarket citizens and taxpayers, we are shocked and disappointed to see the level of disrespect of our elected representatives using our tax dollars for lunches, swag, entertainment and “morale boosting”. We have three children and, as a group of five, we rarely eat out at restaurants due to the cost. It upsets us to no end to see our elected officials treating themselves so often at our expense. Our experience in the private sector has been that even charging a drink on a gas card was not tolerated by employers who had to keep a close eye on the bottom line. We respected this attention to detail and knew where the line was. Please take our fiscal concerns seriously and begin to cut back on the town spending level prior to increasing our taxes, yet again.

Re: Stop eating meat, advocacy group urges, Nov. 19: bit.ly/1OqDDfC These two businesses perform a valuable function for the majority of us who do eat meat. If founder of Aurora’s Animal Rights Advocates group Katie Barber and her members feel the urge to protest, why not picket a multinational meat processor or a large supermarket chain? Better yet, why not picket the consumers who are putting meat in their shopping basket? I guess it’s easier to pick on two legitimate local businesses. Perhaps Barber’s group would feel a warm glow if these two companies went out of business. I’m not impressed.

Bill Hack Aurora

Teen should do jail time Re: Teen’s sentence ‘means nothing’, Nov. 19: bit.ly/1R4urQI In response to this article on Const. Garrett Styles, I think the sentence to S.K. is disgusting. He did the crime, so he should do the time, regardless of what his health may be. Does this mean any quadriplegic can get away with a crime? He should do time in jail.

Emily Storrison Newmarket

Teen sentenced based on wrong reasons Re: Teen’s sentence ‘means nothing’, Nov. 19: bit.ly/1R4urQI The decision by Judge Alex Sosna not to punish the person who murdered York Regional Police Const. Garrett Styles was the wrong decision and for the wrong reason. His reason for not punishing the teenager was based on the youth’s physical condition, which is the result of his act of murdering Styles. The judge was feeling sorry for him. The judge thinks he has already been punished because of the injury. The judge has ignored all of the principles of sentencing those who commit murder under the Youth Justice Act. Tonight, the man who murdered Styles sits at home enjoying a meal with his family, delighted

Heidi and Brendan Matthias Newmarket

Aurora vet honouring video wonderful gift Re: Council moved by video honouring vets, Nov. 12: bit.ly/1Nqo7Dw What a wonderful gift to the town that was produced by Joe Costa and 2 Thumbs Up Productions. To see our own veterans and citizens interviewed and our own Aurora citadel shown on the screen was very touching. Thank you to the town for having the foresight to ask that this video be made. In giving it to schools, library and the seniors centre, it will be

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Refugee coverage ‘misleading, evasive’ Re: ‘Not moved by fear,’ say refugee aid groups, Nov. 19 and Do we close our doors in the face of terror? column by Marney Beck, Nov. 19. This coverage is misleading, tendentious and evasive. York Region Media Group may have been misled by its source, Susan McGrath, who told it most Syrian refugees are women and children. They are about two-thirds adult males based on UN High Commission for Refugees statistics the range is from 62 per cent to 78 per cent. And if you’re in Syria, and simply trying to get away from the slaughter, you don’t have to go all the way to Germany — or Canada — to do it. Painting migrants as fleeing their wartorn homeland is misleading. As for the news story’s premise “fear” is what motivates those advising caution about migrants, prudence, wisdom and a need for solid evidence are not fear.

James B. Whyte Oak Ridge

was an English major at university, meaning I got to read novels by Charles Dickens not everyone gets to (or should I say, is forced to) read. At university, you may stay out late drinking beer with your pals, meaning when reading long Victorian novels the next day, your eyelids tend to ... feel ... kind of ... zzzzz. But eventually I did get through Dickens’ Bleak House, which contained a character I will never forget, as she reminded me of people I used to encounter at university, have run into since or see in the mirror. Mrs. Jellyby, she was called, was very worried about the fate of people in Africa and proclaimed it loudly, but was not overly concerned about her own family, living under the same roof as she. Her youngest child has his head stuck between the railings on the stairs when we are introduced to him. She is oblivious, hard at work on her charity mission. In some ways, I see a small army of Mrs. Jellybys has emerged from among us as Canadians — spending a lot of money to help a tiny fraction of the people in desperate need to show the world how great we are, a “moral superpower”, a term I heard recently for the first time and which seems to apply here, while showing the newcomers how to adapt to our great way of life. Here’s a tuque. Here’s a hockey stick. This is Tims. Enjoy. (On university campuses, they call this Imperialism.) To bring 25,000 newcomers from one part of the world is practically nothing in a country of 33 million. The previous 10,000 commitment was a drop in the bucket. The new government has out duelled their adversaries by upping it to 2-1/2 drops. There are millions of refugees living in camps in Turkey and Jordan who’ve been there for years. There are millions of refugees in camps in Africa, too, from other conflicts, droughts, famines. Clearly we can’t help them all by bringing them here without more of a sacrifice on our part, which, at this point, we are not making. To me, what we’re doing now is largely symbolic, feel good, and political. Could we do more good for more people by simply sending our billions to where they can help more people in the camps and doing more on the world stage to end conflicts? Most likely — if we felt we could trust our money actually got to the people who needed it. At the same time, we should be trying to find solutions, as former prime minister Lester Pearson did during the Suez Crisis. Meanwhile, we label anyone who might disagree with the haste with which we implement our plan, in the wake of a horrible terrorist attack, “a racist”, which is the double-barrelled put-down of all put-downs. Now that the Trudeau government has even admitted the deadline is too tight, that security is a priority (though I’m pretty sure it needs to be THE priority) let us hope the word racist will stop being thrown about so freely and we can get people here in a safe, orderly fashion. While it is wonderful to see people mobilizing to help refugees, you wonder how many of us do enough to help out others who need help. There are lots of people, old, poor, sick, disabled, who face mighty struggles here already. Unfortunately for them, it is not as glamorous or supportive of a political cause to give them a hand. Some of us do, but plenty of us don’t lift a finger. Something for all of us Mrs. Jellybys to consider, myself included. I was raised in the Catholic church (where a frequent sermon was that charity should be anonymous or done without seeking accolades) but don’t go to church now, as I’ve long felt organized religion, of all kinds, is about dividing people, “moral superiority” etc. Perhaps if there was less religion in the world there would be fewer people seeking refuge from its practitioners. Let’s help the refugees. And let’s tone down the talk or our moral superiority for doing it.

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he benefits of reading to children at an early age are vast and well documented. Research shows children four to five who are read to three to five times per week are six months ahead of their peers in terms of reading acumen. Those children who are read to daily are a year ahead of those who are read to less frequently, myriad studies show. Young readers also have improved attention spans and better concentration and can recognize a larger number of words by sight, which enables them to learn more from and about their environment. Knowing this, it makes a person wonder why one of Ontario’s largest school boards would deny giving free, quality books to young readers in its 170-plus elementary schools across York Region. But because a TD insignia is on a letter placed inside the book, the board has refused to give it to its Grade 1 students. (Read the story at bit.ly/1IdCLq5) The decision to deny primary students the books is frustrating and baffling to the Canadian Children’s Book Centre, which, with TD Bank, co-ordinated, free distribution of Mr. Zinger’s Hat, a Canadian book written by Carey Fagan, that celebrates the art and magic of storytelling. But, according to a policy introduced in 1995, the York Region District School Board does not approve the distribution of materials in which the logos or messages of political or for-profit organizations appear. We think it’s time the board took another look at its policy that forbids corporate-sponsored books from getting into the hands of young readers, especially since its own commitment is to provide “access to a wide variety of books and other resources in classrooms, schools and communities”, as stated in its 2007 Guidelines for Literacy Curriculum Expectations Document. We talked to a number of local business leaders who agree companies willing to “step up” and do good works in the community should be recognized, rather than road-blocked. “This is a real bone of contention for me,” said Cyndy Skillins, of Corporate Care Aurora, who believes the board’s decision is irresponsible. While she doesn’t believe companies should offer quality products to children simply for recognition, she says those willing to “pony up” for the good of the community, should be lauded. We agree. After all, parents provide half a billion dollars, provincewide, to schools every year through fundraising efforts just to get the basics or a few frills to many students.

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found trespassing or at-large. A dog at-large is defined as being without a leash or wearing a leash but not under the control of any person. Dog owners are not permitted to allow dogs to run at-large in town unless in a leash-free park or zone approved by the town. If a bite occurs on public property and it is the first offence on record, the owner will receive a notice to muzzle the animal. According to the Ontario SPCA, it fulfills its contract obligations to the town by assigning one officer 40 hours a week to patrol public spaces. Fines can vary depending on the number of infractions and type. A pet owner could currently face fines from $200 to $500 but, if a case is before the courts, a judge can increase those fines. In Newmarket, any offence under the animal bylaw can result in fines ranging from $350 to $100,000, depending on the number of occurrences. Members of Aurora council have asked town staff to report back with ways to address the issue.

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he holiday season is almost here. The town is waiting in eager anticipation for a visit from our favourite jolly man dressed in red and I invite you all to join us Saturday, Nov. 28 at 6 p.m. for the most festive event of the year, Aurora’s Santa Under the Stars Parade. Please visit aurora.ca/specialevents for more information and a listing of the upcoming special events this holiday season. Even though this year is almost ending, we are still working on a number of important initiatives. Town staff and Aurora council have been effectively working through the budget process. The goal is to have

and increasing cost pressures, we need to find alternate sources of revenue versus the current user fees, taxes and development charges. The provincial government is investigating additional revenue opportunities similar to those provided for in The City of Toronto Act, which includes a municipal land transfer tax. The proposal is still under consideration. Stay tuned for further developments.

Geoff Dawe Aurora Mayor the final budget approved on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at the council meeting. Please visit our budget web page at www.aurora.ca/budget for more details. On another note, municipalities in Ontario face exceptional pressure about infrastructure development, access to quality services and the ability to generate sources of revenue to meet the needs of residents. With the emergence of cutbacks

With the emergence of cutbacks and increasing cost pressures, we need to find alternate sources of revenue versus the current user fees, taxes and development charges. Also, don’t miss the upcoming Culture Quest Saturday, Nov. 28 at 9 a.m. Participate in an urban

adventure race and receive clues to explore Aurora’s Cultural Precinct. The event will help our consultant continue to gather community input for the future design and concept plan for the Cultural Precinct that will be located in Aurora’s downtown heritage district. We need input from our residents to create a plan that meets the needs of our local community. For more information on this project, visit aurora.ca/culturalprecinct. With winter weather fast approaching, please remember parking restrictions are in effect from Nov. 15 to April 15 from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. Vehicles are not permitted to be parked on the street, over sidewalks or on to the roadway. This is hazardous for residents and obstructs the ability of our staff to plow roads and sidewalks. For more information, call 905726-4751 or visit aurora.ca. This holiday season, I would encourage everyone to participate

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Avoid vampire power Many people don’t realize that when some electronics are plugged in, they are sucking up electricity, even when they are not in use. Not only does vampire power cost you money on your electricity bill, it also wastes energy. Whether it’s your TV, microwave or coffee maker, if there’s a light on even when the machine is turned off, it means the appliance is on standby mode and drawing power. There is a simple solution: plug your appliances into power bars and simply turn off the power bar when you’re not using them.

Cut down on red meat Forget the health studies about red meat; beef is the new SUV in terms of pollution. According to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization, 14.5 per cent of all greenhouse gas emissions can be attributed to livestock, and 65 per cent of those emissions come from raising beef and dairy cattle. The biggest reason for cattle’s massive ecological footprint is they, ahem, pass methane into the atmosphere. You just have to know that when you’re eating a huge steak, your ecological footprint is growing far more than if you were eating chicken or vegetarian.

Shop local or online Not only is shopping close to home convenient and a boost to the local economy, it is actually better for the environment. When you buy something, you should take driving distance into account. As for e-commerce, it is a less energy consumptive option than driving to a store 80 per cent of the time, according to a Carnegie Mellon University study. While some people have concerns about excessive packaging, the study said packaging has a relatively low impact because of the growth of recycling.

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It has become more difficult to deny that global warming is a most serious problem facing the world in the coming century. It is widely expected that 2015 will eclipse 2014 as the hottest year on record, as rising temperatures seem to have no end in site. With the United Nations convention on climate change being held in Paris at the end of this month, the world is searching for longterm solutions to the this problem.

Not only will you reap the reward of shade by planting a tree, you will also be making a small contribution to helping the environment. We are all familiar with the fact trees capture carbon, reducing the greenhouse effect, but, according to Tree Canada, they are also essential in preventing soil erosion, which helps prevent water pollution.

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While world leaders look at large-scale solutions to climate change, there are many small things you can do to cut down on your ecological footprint. The best part is, some of these measures also end up saving you money.

Forget buying wrapping paper this Christmas; there is no need for this frill. There are ample items at your house to wrap Christmas gifts — consider this newspaper. If that’s a little bland for your taste, why not repurpose old clothing or maps. If you do buy something with which to wrap your gifts, choose reusable fabric instead of paper. Your family will be impressed and appreciate your creative touch.

Use cruise control The button is on your steering wheel for a reason. Not only is cruise control convenient on the highway; it uses less gas. A study by Edmunds.com found cruise control reduced fuel consumption by seven per cent. Other tips to conserve fuel while driving include not warming up your car, driving slower and avoiding hard breaking when possible.

Clean the back of your fridge There is a real energy suck at your house and chances are you haven’t seen it. It’s the dusty coils on the back of your fridge. Pull your fridge out from the wall, unplug and clean them and you can reduce energy consumption by up to 30 per cent.

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“It had to be done.” With that as the opening sentence, young adults 22 and younger are invited to write their best prose for the sixth annual short story contest hosted by the Canadian Federation of University Women.

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The competition, co-ordinated by the federation’s Aurora/Newmarket chapter, is open to aspiring scribes in York Region and Bradford West Gwillimbury, writing contest committee chairperson Adele Matsalla said. While creative writing can be a solitary and challenging task, the contest rules are simple. Submissions must be accompanied with a $5 entry fee and can be no longer than 750 words, so ensure you do a word count. The deadline for contestants is Feb. 15, 2016. Cash prizes for first, second and third places are $400, $300 and $200, respectively.

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Winners will be announced in April and the top story will be reprinted in the Newmarket Era and Aurora Banner newspapers. This year, award-winning Canadian author and playwright Jennifer Dance will be the celebrity judge. The Stouffville resident has a passion for justice and equality as well as a great love for the North American wilderness and the animals who call it home. She is the author of Paint, Red Wolf and Hawk. Her profile can be read at jenniferdance.ca. The contest is gaining profile and popularity, Matsalla said. “We had a considerable increase in the number of submissions last year,” she said. “We anticipate we’ll be victims of our success and get even more this year. “There are some wonderful submissions. Judging the entries is no easy task.” The Aurora/Newmarket chapter’s goal is to promote literacy and encourage young writers and is part of a national organization. The local club, comprised of about 250 women, is both a service and a social club. As one of its mandates is education, the club provides awards of $9,000 annually to students in York Region. For entry form and rules, visit cfuwauroranewmarket.com and click Writing Contest.

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Heartbroken friends and family gathered in Georgina to pay vigil to “one of the greatest guys in the world” after an industrial accident in Vaughan claimed the life of a 24-yearold Keswick man Tuesday. Jake Gordon, who was just as well known by the Ford truck he drove as his friendly and straightforward nature, was remembered by a sea of friends and family gathered at the Tim Hortons on Woodbine Avenue in Keswick Tuesday night. Row upon row of cars, trucks and people paid tribute to a man described as a man’s man, with one of the biggest and kindest of hearts, who made friends just as easily as he made people laugh. He was also fondly remembered as reliable, honest and as someone who could always be counted on. Admired by his colleagues as a smart and mechanically inclined individual, it was Gordon’s ability to make friends — and penchant for snoring — that brought the largest smiles. “Those friends are definitely missing you for now and forever,” wrote Matthew Robert in a Facebook tribute. “You had a huge impact on our area and you truly were a man’s man, delicate enough to catch a bunny.” Gordon was one of “the greatest guys in this crazy world we live in today has been taken from us way too soon,” said Melissa Pinco. “He was such a kind-hearted genuine soul that just was radiating with love for anyone and everyone he met.” Gordon died in hospital Tuesday morning after being electrocuted while cleaning out a sewer on Hwy. 7 between Langstaff Road and Dufferin Street in Vaughan. An employee of PGC Services, he was using a vacuum truck to do excavation work

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Instead of dreading the task of making dinner after returning home from a long day at work, be grateful there is food in your cupboards. There are many who arrive home to nothing but an empty bowl because they cannot afford to buy food and, with more than 52,800 served at local food banks in 2013, York Region is no exception. To shed light on the issue, Aurora-based Pine Tree Potters Guild has hosted the Empty Bowls event for the past six years to raise funds for various charities in the community that are offering services to those in need. “The event has been successful since day one and the tickets seem to sell out even before the ink dries,” event

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organizer Cyndy Skillins said. The event is not only supported by the guild members who make handmade bowls but for ticket buyers and the local businesses, as well, that donate soup and auction items. This year, 300 ticket holders attended three different sit-down meals at the Aurora Cultural Centre. Prior to the meal, each person selects a soup bowl from hundreds on display. During the event, ticket holders taste the entire collection of signature soups, nibble on artisan breads, listen to local musicians and have an opportunity to purchase wine and bid on silent auction items. “Part of our mandate is to

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enlighten people and remind them not everyone has a full bowl at dinner time,” Skillins added. Auction items, including a handmade clay gingerbread house, photo course and a round of golf, help organizers raise needed funds for local charities that support the less fortunate in the community. This year, more than $19,000 was raised and will be split between Aurora’s Welcoming Arms and Inn From the Cold. Welcoming Arms began as a discussion between local churches as they set out to meet the needs of low income families in Aurora. It has become a place where these individuals and families can access friendship, hope, food vouchers, gift cards, toiletries and cleaning supplies, as well as connections to other community resources. Inn From the Cold, at 510 Penrose St. in Newmarket, is considered a hub for those who are homeless and at risk. It offers winter shelter services, employment programs, health and wellness services and a drop-in support centre to those in need. Both depend on the generosity of the community to help those who need it most.

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Hospital fair sheds light on COPD BY CHRIS TRABER

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There are meaningful actions people can take to improve their respiratory health, at any stage before or after a chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder diagnosis, known as COPD. That was a key message at the Telehomecare World COPD Day Health Fair at Southlake Regional Health Centre Nov. 18. Themed ‘It’s not too late’, the day was organized to raise awareness about the disorder and to improve care of this disease around the world.

• COPD is a highly prevalent disease that has a large impact on quality of life for patients and their families. • COPD afflicts nearly 50 million people around the world and nearly three million people die from the disease. Yet, perhaps 25 to 50 per cent of people with clinically significant COPD don’t know they have it. • Southlake’s Telehomecare helps to improve outcomes and enhance the quality of life for persons living with COPD and heart failure. It is a proven, innovative approach to building confident selfmanagement among persons living with chronic conditions. • Telehomecare has been shown to reduce ER visits by 73 percent and hospital readmissions by 81 per cent in the six months following discharge from the program.

‘The Telehomecare program is tailored to support patients and help them prevent further lung damage.’ The event at Southlake’s auditorium was well attended by healthcare professionals, clinicians and community groups, all of whom came together to host an informative, interactive health fair. The goal was to share important information about lung health, spirometry testing and medication-inhaler technique review with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder educators. At Southlake, the Ontario Telemedicine Network Telehomecare Program is a virtual healthcare program linking patients with chronic conditions to clinicians who provide easy to use remote monitoring and regular health coaching. Patients become partners in their own care, right in their own homes. The Telehomecare program co-hosted the event because the hospital’s program is a perfect example of this year’s ‘It’s not too late’ theme, said Rosalyn Gambell, manager,

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Internet as essential as water pipes: summit panelist BY LISA QUEEN

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Municipal leaders wouldn’t dream of allowing new homes or buildings to be constructed without water and sewage pipes. It’s time they started thinking about high quality Internet the same way, according to a panel member at York Region’s Broadband and Innovation Summit. “The bigger picture is broadband or Internet infrastructure in York Region is not sufficient,” Sean Stevens, CEO of Newmarket’s Treefrog Inc. website development company said following the summit at Richmond Hill’s Sheraton Parkway hotel. Like other infrastructure, York and other Canadian communities must insist high quality Internet be included in new buildings if they want to be economically competitive, he said. “It’s ridiculous. Why is it not part of the municipal procedure and bylaws to put high quality Internet into every new building? It’s a very limited mindset for them to build new buildings and they are obligated to put electricity in, they are obligated to put sewage in, they are obligated to put water in and they are not obligated to put Internet in?” he said. “It’s not just that Canada is falling behind the rest of the world, which we are, but if you’re looking at the problem, if we genuinely want to be competitive as an economy, if we want to move forward, we have to have everybody on the same page and we have to start making Internet a must, a utility as opposed to making it a luxury. We have to prepare for the storm. We can’t just put in mediocre Internet. We have to put in economically competitive Internet.” Stevens praised the region for holding the Oct. 30 conference. “The fact that the region is putting on a summit is an indication that we are a leader in the world. We’re having the conversation,” he said.

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The purpose of the summit, which brought together industry leaders and municipal partners, was to highlight the region as a leader in mobilizing efforts to bring greater broadband connectivity to business and residential communities, Jonathan Wheatle, the region’s manager of strategic economic initiatives, said. “York Region is in a great place. We have significant connectivity across the region,” he said. “In fact, there are certain communities where we’ve had an influx of data centres and these data centres will not go to communities that don’t have significant broadband coverage.” The summit showed the region “is a place where the sparks of innovation are abundant and alive,” Newmarket Mayor Tony Van Bynen, chair of the region’s broadband task force, said. “Our goal is to establish York Region as a connectivity leader because connectivity enables us to work together more productively,” he said. “Our role is to help facilitate investments in broadband infrastructure and service offerings that make broadband more accessible for businesses, institutions and residents across York Region.” A significant achievement in the region so far has been the 10-gigabit optical fibre link between Southlake Regional Health Centre and York University, which was developed through a partnership with the hospital, the university, the town and the Ontario Research and Innovation Optical Network (ORION). The point-of-presence is credited as the first of its kind for all the players involved and

provides increased capacity for research in the region. The summit’s keynote speaker was Pat Horgan, vice-president of manufacturing, development and operations at IBM Canada in Markham. Broadband provides an opportunity to analyze data, see patterns in the future and allow different ideas to come together to find solutions, he said. “The opportunity that has presented itself with being connected to high-speed networks across the region and across the province and Canada gives you access to do really big things from a small place. You can do really powerful things in health care, education, safety, small business,” he said. “We’re absolutely at a tipping point. We’re at a point where the data proliferation is big, the opportunities are big. You have to be able to think how to solve a problem with all this information coming at you from all these different sources. You’re really just problem solving, but now with way more tools in your tool kit.” Van Bynen agreed. “This is all about the way things are changing and not looking back, but looking forward as to what is possible so people can capture possibilities that are out there in the future,” he said. “We’re not at a crossroads, we’re actually at multiple forks in the road. We’ve got access to so much data now that instead of left or right or forward, we have multiple choices. So, the real challenge here is a number of people will take different paths and that’s great because then everything moves forward in different directions on different fronts.”

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A ‘store’ has been set up at 1271 Gorham St., Unit 8, and anyone in need of assistance is invited to attend Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. until mid-March. Clothing items can also be dropped off at that time. The program was established in Bradford 15 years ago, but has since expanded to several communities. “A lot of people say this is a great idea,” Springford said. “Kids grow out of coats and they sit in their closet. They can bring the coats over to this place and they know they’re going to get used by families in need.” So far this season, they’ve helped Newmarket, Aurora, Richmond Hill and Mississauga residents, he said. Donation boxes have also been set up at Magna Centre (800 Mulock Dr.), Avis/Budget Car Rental (17565 Yonge St.) and Zonas II The Children’s Shoe Shoppe (16925 Yonge St.). For more information, email mike.springford@gmail.com.

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York Region runs the risk of creating too much higher-density residential development and driving traditional family housing to other communities if it pursues an intensification model that is too aggressive, developers say. However, an environmental group is slamming the region for supporting urban sprawl. As the region works toward a preferred growth scenario next spring that will create a blueprint to accommodate an additional 700,000 residents by 2041, council decided Thursday to look at two different models of intensification. But Environmental Defence, an environmental watchdog, is frustrated council has ruled out not expanding its urban boundaries beyond growth already accounted for. “We are disappointed by York Region council’s decision to take the growth option of no urban boundary off the table. Allowing an expansion of urban boundaries as part of the region’s growth management plan contradicts the region’s own planning report that clearly indicates that there is more than enough land already allocated for future growth to 2041,” the group said. “Of the three scenarios put forward by planning staff, one required no boundary expansion and would have led to smarter, more compact growth to support needed investments in public transit.” Instead, the two scenarios the region is now deciding between will require building new infrastructure, such as roads and water and sewer pipes, Environmental Defence said. The region should consult with residents before settling on an option, the group said. “Council’s decision to drop the most efficient growth scenario and instead continue 1950s style development patterns, which pave over farmland, shows why we need continued provincial leadership in land-use planning,” it added. The region is looking at a 40-per-cent intensification model, the minimum allowed by the province, which allows for the most sprawl of the potential scenarios. Regional planning staff advocated for a 45-per-cent intensification scenario, which would see more development occur in already built-up communities, but still allow for homes to be built in now-undeveloped areas. The 45-per-cent model would balance good planning policies that discourage urban sprawl with market housing demands, the region’s chief planner, Val Shuttleworth, said. But while she said changing demographics, a desire among some residents for a more urban lifestyle and high housing prices are already resulting in new housing types, developer David Stewart argues the demand for traditional family homes isn’t going away anytime soon. “Family households are expected to drive demand for housing into the foreseeable future,” the vice-president of TACC Developments told a committee meeting earlier this month. “The 45-per-cent (intensification) target will force the housing market too aggressively toward higher density residential development and may force lower density housing to relocate to areas outside of the region where such high intensification targets do not exist.” Representing a dozen landowners in Markham and East Gwillimbury, Don Given, president of Malone Givens Parsons Ltd., one the largest planning consulting firms in Canada, agreed. “The concern we have with the 45 per cent is it doesn’t appear to have any kind of science behind it,” he said. “If there is one thing you have to do as a council and the legacy you leave is to create good communities. We can all talk about

Developers warn detached home construction such as this could become scarce in York Region if intensification plans are too aggressive.

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density and policies and all the analysis, but what you will be remembered for is the form of the community.” As mandated by the provincial government, the region’s population will grow to almost 1.8 million residents by 2041, up from 1.1 million today, Shuttleworth said. The number of jobs in the region will increase from 565,000 to 900,000. The question is where to put everyone amid competing financial, social and environmental interests. The public tends to favour no expansion of the urban boundary, although that doesn’t mean there won’t be growth, as there is no option to simply reject the provincial forecasts. Instead, it means significant intensification in already established communities. Jim Robb, general manager with Friends of the Rouge Watershed, urged councillors not to expand the urban boundary for several years until they can assess the environmental, social and economic impact of development already in the works. At the committee meeting earlier this month, planning staff recommended the 45-per-cent intensification model, based in part on a report from Hemson Consulting Ltd., which recommended intensification of between 40 and 50 per cent after it researched

‘Allowing an expansion of urban boundaries as part of the region’s growth management plan contradicts the region’s own planning report that clearly indicates that there is more than enough land already allocated for future growth to 2041.’ future housing demands. While planning isn’t an exact science, the 45-per-cent intensification target is a good compromise between good planning and market demands, Paul Bottomley, manager of policy, research and forecasting, said. “It’s not about the number, it’s about striking a balance”, he said. Intensification doesn’t only mean building skyscrapers, Shuttleworth added. It means all kinds of infill development, such as converting former golf courses into housing, she said. But some regional politicians appear leery of adopting a growth scenario with too much intensification. For example, Aurora has a condo building

at Yonge and Wellington streets where many units have remained unsold for about five years, Mayor Geoff Dawe said. If single family homes had been built instead, they would have been snapped up immediately, he said. “The sense I get from our residents is they are not looking for that kind of intensification,” he said. Richmond Hill Councillor Vito Spatafora is worried a 45-per-cent intensification model would see some municipalities forced to accept a substantial amount of development in their existing built-up areas. For example, Richmond Hill would see 18,370 new residential units constructed in the town’s built-up area by 2041, meaning a 69-per-cent intensification rate. In Newmarket, 8,060 new residential units would be constructed in the built-up area, for a 86-per-cent intensification rate. “That is going to dramatically change the culture, the character of our communities,” Spatafora said. “People come to our community because of the type of housing we have.” But Richmond Hill Councillor Brenda Hogg is concerned about urban sprawl. “We’re addicted to growth,” she said, suggesting intensification is better for the environment and justifies federal and provincial funding on infrastructure such as subways.

500 internationally educated professionals connect at conference More than 500 internationally educated professionals, entrepreneurs and employers took part in a York Region job conference last month. The Gateway Conference at Richmond Hill’s Sheraton Parkway Hotel featured workshops, speakers and networking opportunities. Guest speakers included Richmond Hill MPP Reza Moridi, who is minister of research and innovation as well as minister of training, colleges and universities. “York Region is one of the most diverse and fastest growing municipalities in Canada. In order to sustain this growth and remain competitive, we need a strong labour force that includes newcomers,” York regional

chairperson Wayne Emmerson said. “The Gateway provides an opportunity for internationally educated professionals to connect with employers and gather information to find jobs that match their skills.” It is often difficult for internationally educated professionals to get a foot in the door of their fields when they get here, said Newmarket Councillor John Taylor, who is also chairperson of the region’s community and health services committee. “More than 50 per cent of newcomers hold a university or graduate degree, yet it can be hard for them to find and secure employment opportunities that match their skills and knowledge,” he said. “The Gateway shows these educated new-

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Your community, your say. Study findings, staff analysis and community input have helped develop draft recommendations addressing transportation needs and opportunities. These draft recommendations will be presented for feedback from residents and businesses at the third and final round of open houses in December:

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It’s front row for the Dr. G.W. Williams Wildcats heading into Thursday’s OFSAA boys’ senior double-A volleyball championship tournament in Kenora. The Wildcats enter the event as the No. 4 seed in the 20-team event, which puts the York Region champions at the top of their five-team bracket for pool play Thursday and Friday.

The Wildcats are pitted against the No. 17 seed Sir Winston Churchill Trojans of Thunder Bay Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in their quest to improve on their quarter-finals appearance in 2014. “I’m happy with the seeding and glad we’re there,” said Wildcats head coach Kent Revelle, whose team’s 28-42 overall record this season includes a two-set sweep of the perennial power Eden Flyers of St. Catharines, the No. 2

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seed in Kenora. “We won’t see a higher seed until the playoff rounds, at least.” With eight returnees and five of six starters from last year’s squad, Revelle is optimistic for his team’s chances over the next three days.

“For sure, and seeing how we have the fourth seed, the guys are stoked about our chances.” Rounding out the pool play bracket are the No. 7 Beatrice-Desloges Bulldogs (Orleans), No. 10 Saugeen Blues (Port Elgin) and No. 13 Timiskaming Saints (New Liskeard). Williams won the YRAA title in a thrilling five-set triumph over the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Trailblazers last week.

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Sarah Gates of the Newmarket Raiders watches last week’s YRAA final against the St. Max Mustangs after injuring her ankle, as teammate Maddy Rienders offers words of support.

Heading to the school’s 4th straight OFSAA appearance, the team will be without key player Sarah Gates due to injury for the 2nd year in a row BY JOHN CUDMORE

‘I think the girls understand it is a special achievement. They’re very excited for the opportunity to go to OFSAA. They know it is a privilege. It’s not something that gets old.’

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he Newmarket Raiders may be becoming a familiar face, but the seeding committee for the girls’ provincial high school basketball championships doesn’t play favourites. The York Region champion Raiders secured their place in an Ontario Federation

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of School Athletic Associations tournament for the fourth straight year last week. Despite their seemingly standing date for the big dance, the Raiders find themselves ranked

13th for the 18-team triple-A tournament, which tips off Thursday in Windsor. It is the first provincial championship tournament week since OFSAA dropped its quad-A level in favour of a three-tier format earlier this year. That should translate into a difficult pool, since the powerhouse schools for quad-A competition will be in the medal mix. The Raiders won the consolation title in 2014 at OFSAA after losing three straight

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matches in the 2013 tournament. Newmarket will tip off Thursday at 2 p.m. against Windsor’s Holy Names Knights in a first-round match. The Raiders will be without hard-luck Sarah Gates, who suffered a broken ankle in the YRAA final against the St. Maximilian Kolbe Mustangs. A key player for the Raiders, Gates also missed the 2014 final with a knee injury. That probably factors into the Raiders’ ranking for the tournament. Either way, Raiders head coach Gad Perlmutter isn’t complaining. “We don’t have a big bench to compete with some of the top teams, so I think they got it right,” said Perlmutter, in his third season as head coach. “Especially when you lose a top player like Sarah, it’s tough to compete game after game.“ The bulk of the roster is comprised of Grade 11 players, so it is still considered a young lineup for a tournament typically dominated by Grade 12s. “It’s very impressive,” said the coach. “I think the girls understand it is a special achievement. They’re very excited for the opportunity to go to OFSAA. They know it is a privilege. It’s not something that gets old.” The tournament runs until Saturday.

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The death of the sports card collecting business may have been exaggerated. Greatly. Judging by a steady stream of traffic through the doors at the Newmarket Card & Comics Show held Sunday at the Newmarket Community Centre, the hobby is on the

rebound after a few years on the sidelines. Got him, got him, need him, got him was indeed alive and well for the exhibition which is one of the few such shows to be held regularly in York Region. The show is a spin-off of the Toronto Card Show into York Region with a regular lineup of vendors mixing with new faces at each show. The Toronto Card Show is celebrating

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its 10th anniversary next year. Show organizer Frank Williamson believes the card collecting industry is very much on the upswing after an extended lull. “It’s very strong,” said Williamson, his answers provided in an email exchange. “We have gradually grown year over year. But that doesn’t happen by accident. You need to be organized, have high standards and integrity, promote well, and put customers first. Not only the promoter does but the vendors at the show must as well.” The late 80s and into the mid-90s was a booming period in the sports card industry. Sports cards and memorabilia will always be popular so long as there are sports fans, contends Williamson, who brought this show to Newmarket for the first time in late 2014. He has shows booked for once a month in Newmarket through 2016. “The hobby has been in a state of flux as there have been a lot of changes in how the manufacturers produce cards, how they are traded both online and in person, and therefore there have been changes in how people collect,” Williamson said. “There is something for everyone, every budget, and for everyone’s collecting choices. We are currently experiencing further growth in hockey cards, particularly, due to the arrival of Connor McDavid and a strong rookie crop that certainly spurs the industry.” For Ray Rauth, who is in his early 30s, it is a return of sorts to his youth. He recalls, however, the downward spiral for the industry in general. “I’m old enough to remember the 90s,” said Rauth, a vendor from Newmarket whose

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baseball-themed trading business – Clubhouse Cards – is mostly conducted on-line through EBay (chcardscanada). “The 90s were crazy. Everyone and their grandmother was making cards. There were shows seven days a week in Toronto. It just exploded. The market got flooded and that drove down the price of cards. “Card-collecting got a bad rap with people taking advantage of customers. But a lot of the older guys have come back now and are trying to save the industry with reasonable prices. “Things have changed and you see guys coming back with their kids and the kids know what they’re looking for. The cards are so much cooler today than when I was a kid.” Williamson has been bringing his shows to Newmarket for just over a year, filling a void of some two decades since shows of this magnitude were popular throughout the region. He has lined up at least one weekend show per month in Newmarket until next December. The next stop is Dec. 12 and will be highlighted by a two-hour autograph session with former Toronto Maple Leafs legend Johnny Bower. Such shows provide an opportunity for serious and casual collectors to come together to compare, trade and buy and sell items with a sport theme attached. Collecting is a hobby that will always be relevant simply because people like to collect things.

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h, to be the popular girl. With her swimming skills in demand, Danielle Hanus knew she’d have to decline some very attractive offers to attend post-secondary schools on both sides of the border. In the end, the longtime Newmarket Stingrays’ member opted to stay in Canada and accept an invitation to train at Swimming Canada’s high performance centre in Saanich, B.C. and study political science at nearby University of Victoria. One of the most highly sought 17-year-old swimmers in the country, Hanus is a backstroke specialist who is on Swimming Canada’s radar as a potential future national team member. “It was really hard to think how to tell schools about my decision,” said Hanus, whose list of 16 scholarship offers included the likes of NCAA programs such as Texas

John Cudmore Cuddy Shark A&M, Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina State and Arizona State, among others. “It was really hard to say ‘no’. Some schools were so wonderful. It was the hardest decision of my life to decide to stay in Canada. There is so much you can do in the NCAA. It’s such an incredible level.” That decision, reached earlier this month, will place Hanus in an environment she hopes will lead her to a berth on the Canadian team for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, and possibly sooner in Rio next year. She will participate at the Canadian Olympic Trials in Scarborough in April. “I think Danielle is one of Canada’s greatest young swimmers,” said high performance centre Victoria head coach Ryan Mallette. “She’s already accomplished a lot, but I think she has lots more left in the tank. It’s a great tribute to (Stingrays head coach) Alan Swanston what he’s done for her. I think he did fantastic work. “The thing I like about her is her maturity. She is diligent about working on her skills. I like the fact she looks you in the eye when she talks and think she would be a great leader for our next Olympic cycle leading to Tokyo.” “It’s not for everybody,” said Mallette. “The opportunities are offered to only the best swimmers in Canada.” Ranked 36th in the world in the 100-metre backstroke, Hanus

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Danielle Hanus won a bronze medal in the 100-metre backstroke at the FINA World Junior Swimming Championships in Singapore in August. holds three Canadian age group records, including the long course 100 backstroke mark she set at the junior world championships earlier this year in Singapore. She also won a bronze medal in the 50 backstroke at the same meet. Hanus will compete for UVic on the Canadian university circuit and maintain her ties with the Stingrays beyond the collegiate realm. “I will probably stay in Victoria, but I’ll still compete for the Stingrays,” said the Grade 12 student at Dr. J.M. Denison Secondary School. “I love competing with them. It’s been an amazing experience. They’ve done a lot for me and have been there for as long as I can remember.” She recalls a visit in January to the high performance centre facili-

ty at Saanich Commonwealth Place and instantly being impressed. “I found the team to be amazing,” she said. “They are some of the top level of international swimmers in Canada and I want to be part of that. I went through some of his practices and loved them so much.” The addition of Hanus brings to six the number of swimmers at the centre, including two-time Canadian Olympic medal winner Ryan Cochrane and world championships backstroke medalist Hilary Caldwell. “The biggest advantage is the attention,” Hanus said, hopeful that she gets a chance to improve all her strokes and enhance her chances in individual medleys. “There are so many more hands on

deck for each swimmer than for an NCAA program, where there are so many diverse swimmers needing attention. “Tokyo is a definite target for me. It would be so great to have my name on that roster.” Swanston said Hanus is an excellent catch for the Canadian program, which also has high-performance centres in Toronto and Vancouver and a high-intensity training centre in Montreal. “She is certainly, for her age in Canadian history for sprint backstroke, one of the best,” he said. “Backstroke is one of our strengths and there’s a lot of Canadian females she’ll have to go up against. It’ll be a dogfight right now to make (Rio), but I would think she’d be right there for Tokyo.”

Host fencers foil foes to claim epee titles Cecily McDonnell of the host club outlasted Linda Liu of the North York Fencing Club to capture a gold medal in women’s epee at the Newmarket Fencing Club Challenge meet Saturday at Newmarket High School. McDonnell capped an undefeat-

ed day with a 15-14 overtime victory in the gold-medal match. In men’s action. Evan McDonnell outpointed Toronto Fencing Club’s Connor Rollit 15-12 in the final match. — John Cudmore

Newmarket Fencing Club’s Ben Roe makes good on his thrust during a match in the U15 epee competition, which was part of the club’s Fall Challenge event Saturday at Newmarket High School. Roe finished out of the medals, but clubmates Cecily McDonnell and Evan McDonnell claimed golds in their respective competitions. STAFF PHOTO/MIKE BARRETT

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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 Domestic Help Available

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arol McGruthers is testament to a motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boundless love for a child. Her late daughter, Holly, was a monument to perseverance. Challenged from birth by the rigours of arteriovenous malformation, known as AVM, Holly passed away Aug. 4, 2005, 12:20 p.m. Carolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reminiscence of her daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 33 years of life is as precise as it is poignant. On the 10th anniversary of Hollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death, Carol still grieves. Time hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t healed the wounds. Her pain is palpable, the tears unbridled. The melancholy milestone is an opportunity to pay tribute to a remarkable child, Carol said. It is also a welcome occasion to publically acknowledge the many people who heartened, encouraged and inspirited Holly along her difficult way. Hollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 43rd birthday would have been Nov. 30. Carol harkens back to that date in 1972, 12:17 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right away, we knew something was very wrong,â&#x20AC;? she said haltingly. Doctors diagnosed the girl with AVM, a tangle of abnormal blood vessels connecting arteries and veins. It can develop randomly in the body. In Hollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s case it was in the neck and head, causing aneurisms.

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Before age six, Holly had seen 25 specialists and endured many procedures. The illness limited her sight and hearing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Holly was a quiet, loving and sharing person of faith,â&#x20AC;? Carol said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most doctors didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d live to age five. Her faith was really strong.â&#x20AC;? Carol credits her familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support and that of a network of professionals, friends, neighbours and even strangers for helping Holly at every fragile stage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nurses, doctors, physiciansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wives and secretaries did special things for her,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They would invite Holly to the hospital for a gift from Santa Claus. Firefighters and paramedics came to save Hollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life several times.â&#x20AC;? Newmarket-born Carol and her family, including husband Percy and son Tim, settled in River Drive Park near Holland Landing. Holly enjoyed the waterfront and parks, exploring on her bike and scooter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone knew Holly,â&#x20AC;? her mother said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The neighbour kids watched out for her, protected her.â&#x20AC;? Neighbour Sam Reid, keyboardist for rock band Glass Tiger, dropped by and gifted Holly with the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s album and autographed photos. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Holly had a community of extended family and friends who cared for her in many ways,â&#x20AC;? Carol said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are all special people.â&#x20AC;?

In photo at left: Carol McGruthers holds a picture of her daughter. STAFF PHOTO/NICK IWANYSHYN

In supplied photo below: Challenged from birth by the rigours of arteriovenous malformation, known as AVM, Holly passed away Aug. 4, 2005, 12:20 p.m.

Holly attended Jersey Public School in Keswick and Langstaff High School in Richmond Hill. She delighted in reading and making muffins to share with classmates and teachers. The teen was proud to be in her self-described â&#x20AC;&#x153;differently abledâ&#x20AC;? class. Carol speaks solemnly about her daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last years, recalling how fellow members of Queensville-Holland Landing United Church reached out with prayers and gifts. She lauds the care Holly received at her Sutton hospice. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life was hard with many limitations,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She perservered and found bright spots and good times in the little things. It was a pleasure to look

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1-800-743-3353 BOSWORTH, MARK Peter Passed away peacefully at home on November 15th, 2015 at 62 years of age. Loving husband of Marjorie (nee Thompson) for 30 years. Beloved step-father of Cheryl Langevin (Diego). Loving uncle to Candice and Justin Kernot. Brother of John J r. ( B r e n d a ) a n d S u s a n K e r n o t (Rick). Dear son of the late John and Joan Bosworth. Mark was an aerospace engineer and project manager with Litton Systems Canada for 25 years prior to pursuing a career in consulting. Mark had many interests including restoring antique tractors, collecting antique items and vintage arcade games. Special thanks to the caring health team at Princess Margaret Hospital and Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket. At Mark's request, he will be cremated, there will be no public service or visitation but a celebration of life with family and friends to be held at a later date. If desired, donations may be made to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com ILIFFE, Sally Jayne, (nee Skidmore) Passed away unexpectedly on Sunday evening, 22 November, at Southlake Regional Health Centre. Beloved wife of John for more than 51 years, proud mother of John Frederic, Philip Aubrey (deceased 1969), Catherine Anne, and James Arthur. Grandmother to Lauren, Alexander, and Jonathan. Sally was a skilled knitter who created baby blankets for the Linus project, socks for the senior care centre and hats and scarfs for the homeless. Visitation at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket on Thursday November 26 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Friday November 27 at 1 p.m. followed by interment at Newmarket Cemetery. If desired, donations to Southlake Regional Hospital or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com MARKOVICH, Tatjana Born July 16, 1933 and passed away in her home on Monday, November 23, 2015. Tatjana was the loving wife of Zoran (predeceased). She leaves her loving children Vladan and Vesna, to cherish her memory. Tatjana was an unconditionally loving mother; she was strong, brave and loved life. Messages of condolence may be made at www.taylorfh.ca

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Passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre on November 22nd.

Formerly of Traveller's Rest P.E.I. Loving husband to the late Vertis B o u l t e r. D e v o t e d f a t h e r t o Ly n n (Roger), Sue (Robert) and Beverley ( B r u n o ) . G r a m p y t o C h r i s t o p h e r, Michael, Danielle, Jason, Amanda and Andrew. Son of John Alfred and Ruby Rayner. Brother to Bradford (Phyllis), predeceased by siblings Edna, Florence (Robert) and Ralph (Mary). He will be missed at his fiddler's jamming sessions along with his regular Euchre "crew". Family and friends may visit at Taylor F u n e r a l H o m e , 5 2 4 D a v i s D r, Newmarket (905-898-2100) on Wednesday, November 25 from 6-8 p.m., followed by a Funeral Service in the chapel on Thursday, November 26 at 11 a.m.

In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be left at www.taylorfuneralhome.com ANDERSON, Jessie Florence Passed away November 18, 2015. Born January 4, 1922 in England. She immigrated to Canada in 1956. This same year Jessie married husband George Henry Chambers. She raised three loving daughters Joyce Marie, Ruth Elaine and Sandra Anne. She was predeceased by husband George and remarried Alexander Barkley Anderson, (also predeceased). She will be sadly missed by her daughters and grandchildren Cassandra, Emily and Ethan. Family and friends gathered at TAY L O R F U N E R A L H O M E , 5 2 4 Davis Dr., Newmarket (905-898-2100) on Sunday, November 22nd at 3 p.m. A funeral service followed in the chapel at 4:30 pm. Memorial donations may be made to the World Wildlife Foundation. Online condolences may be left at www.taylorfuneralhome.com

McINDLESS, Gloria Mary Margaret With family by her side, Gloria passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, on November 21st, 2015 in her 84th year after her second battle with cancer. Predeceased by her husband Thomas (November 21, 1987), son Rick (2007) and 2 sisters and 6 brothers. Beloved mother of Dawna (Don Andrews), Doris (Richard Lyons - deceased 1994), Brett (Lisa), Glen and Lara (Ian Koepke) and mother-in-law to Donna McIndless (widow of Rick). Proud ' N a n a ' t o m a n y, i n c l u d i n g 1 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Visitation was held at Roadhouse and Rose Funeral Home in Newmarket on Wednesday, November 25th, 2015 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A celebration of her life will be held at Victory Baptist Church, Newmarket on Thursday, November 26th, 2015 at 1 p.m. followed by a luncheon at the church. If desired, donations may be made to Victory Baptist Church or Matthews House Hospice. On-line condolence at www.roadhouseandrose.com

FRANCZYK, Christopher

In loving memory of a dear son, Christopher, who passed away November 29th, 1989. My heart does not forget the things, That made my life complete, But keeps instead in memory, Your smile so warm & sweet, The many little things you did, That made my day seem brighter, If only I knew what was to come, I would have held you tighter, I know that this is true, Because my heart is always filled With special thoughts of you.

Always loved and sadly missed by Mommy.

Passed away peacefully in his 71st year surrounded by his family on Wednesday, November 25, 2015. A loving husband to Linda Mugford for 51 years. Incredible father to Debbie VanWensem (Harry), Donna Mugford (Lina), and Claudine Mugford Keenan (Christopher). He will be greatly missed by his 8 grandchildren, Michael, Melissa, Chelsea, Olivia, Owen, Matthew, Taryn, and Lily and h i s l o y a l f u r b a b y S a m m y. Predeceased by his mother Josephine. Friends may call at Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. S o u t h , N e w m a r k e t o n F r i d a y, November 27th from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the chapel on Saturday, November 28 at 11 a.m. followed by interment at Newmarket Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com

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BALCOMBE, Alan

A f t e r a l o n g b a t t l e w i t h c a n c e r, peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre on Monday, November 23, 2015. Alan, dear husband of Nancy. Loving father to Kim (Patrick Morrison). Cherished poppa to Kyle, Samuel and Mitchell. Also survived by his sisters Linda, Yvonne (Juno) and his brother Wayne (Leslie). Alan will be remembered by many nieces and nephew and great nephews and his father in law Russell and sister-in-law Karen. Friends may visit at the Marshall Funeral Home, 10366 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 after 10:00 a.m. for a s e r v i c e a t 11 : 0 0 a . m . P r i v a t e interment Queensville Cemetery. In Al a n 's me mo ry, d o n a ti o n s to th e Southlake Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family. www.marshallfuneralhome.com

Retired from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and well known old time ďŹ ddler throughout the province. Suddenly on Sunday, November 22, 2015. Dear husband of the late Ginny (nee Sherratt). Loving father to Adrienne and Roberta. Survived by his brother Russell and predeceased by his sister Betty Dew. Friends may visit at the Marshall F u n e r a l H o m e , 1 0 3 6 6 Yo n g e Street, Richmond Hill on Thursday, November 26th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service to be held in the Chapel on Friday at 1 p.m. In Bob's memory, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

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In loving memory of Richard and Christopher, a dear brother-in-law, uncle, nephew and cousin who died November 1989.

FRANCZYK, Richard

In loving memory of my husband who passed away November 23, 1989.

You are someone special Who can never be replaced, Your memory in our daily life Can never be erased. Time cannot steal the memories, We carry in our hearts, Or take away the happy times Of which you were a part.

Forever in my thoughts No matter where I go Forever in my heart Because I love you so A special smile, a special face And in my heart a special place No words I speak will ever say How much I miss you everyday

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Always loved and remembered by Sam, Wayne, Bill, Mary Ellen, Paul, Wendy and families. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who was taken November 26, 2012. Our thoughts are ever with you Though you have passed away And those who loved your dearly Are thinking of you today. Olive and family

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The world may change from year to year And friends from day to day But never will the one's we loved From memory pass away

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HLADY - In loving memory of Peter who passed away Dec. 4, 1966 Paul who passed away Nov. 23, 1982

TIERNEY, Charles (Chuck) It is with great sadness the family announce the passing of Charles on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at the Southlake Regional Health Centre surrounded by his family. Dear son of his late parents; Alan J. Tierney & Irene "Buddy" nee Burnett. Loving f a t h e r o f M a t t h e w, M a d i s o n , & Carleigh. He will be sadly missed by his siblings; Carol (Gerald) Smith, Denise Tierney, Paul Tierney (Debbie Smith). Charles is predeceased by his brothers; David & Michael. Charles will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by Theresa Stokes, his true love. A Special mention and acknowledgement to Trisha Di Caro who was his extremely caring & loyal therapist and dear friend. Family and friends may call at Taylor Funeral Home - Newmarket, 524 Davis Drive ( E a s t o n M a i n S t r e e t & We s t o f Prospect St. on the south side, 905-898-2100). Visitation on Friday, November 27, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Followed by Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11:30 a.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Charles' name may be made to the Lung Association; www.lungassociation.ca and or to Crohn's & Colitis Canada; www.crohnsandcolitis.ca Messages of condolence may be placed at www.taylorfh.ca

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Key batch of games staring Hurricanes in face Last Week: Friday — Won 6-2 at Lindsay Muskies … Thursday — Lost 4-1 vs. Trenton Golden Hawks. Coming Up: Tonight vs. Pickering Panthers, Ray Twinney Complex, 7:30 p.m. … Friday at St. Michael’s Buzzers … Sunday at Wellington Dukes. Game Notes: Mark Rozanov sparked a four-goal outburst in a span of less than six minutes of the first period as the Hurricanes slammed the host Lindsay Muskies. Ryan Young, Max Routledge and Todd Winder also scored in the flurry. Curtis Harvey and Alex Ierullo had the other Newmarket goals … Defenceman Christian Dedonato had the lone Hurricanes goal in the first period before the league-leading Golden Hawks reeled off four unanswered for the win. The Skinny: The Hurricanes enter tonight’s game with a chance to put some space between themselves and the Pickering Panthers. Newmarket has a six-point lead on Pickering but has played two more games. Both the Stouffville Spirit and Whitby Fury are three points behind Newmarket in the North-East Conference standings … Looking the other direction, Newmarket is only three points behind the Markham Royals for second place in the North Division standings … Tonight’s game marks the midway point in the 54-game regular season schedule for Newmarket … The club traded forward Dallas Baird to the Whitby Fury in a cash deal. The teams are separated by just three points and may end up battling for the same playoff berth(s) in

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NOTES the North-East Conference. The Pickering resident had three goals and four assists in 22 games … A rehabbing Connor McDavid of the Edmonton Oilers took in Thursday’s game against Trenton during a stopover in Newmarket. No doubt he was looking in on a few buddies from his minor hockey days with the York Simcoe Express … Sunday’s game at Wellington was originally scheduled for Oct. 2, but postponed when the Hurricanes experienced bus difficulties and could not make the trip. Word Play: “We have to focus on our own team, but, yeah, we don’t want to lose any games where we are,” said head coach Brett Punchard, looking ahead to tonight’s key game against the Panthers. Record: 12-12-1-1, third in North Division; seventh in North-East Conference. – compiled by John Cudmore

Newmarket Hurricane Christian Cella falls into Trenton Golden Hawks goalie Daniel Urbani during the second period of the teams’ meeting Nov. 19 in Newmarket. Trenton won 4-1. BRIAN WATTS/OJHL IMAGES

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Former Aurora Tigers captain Jordan DaSilva, pictured here in a Sept. 20 game against the Whitby Fury, was traded to the Trenton Golden Hawks Tuesday.

Tigers, Golden Hawks complete 4-player swap With his team apparently stuck in midseason doldrums, Aurora Tigers general manager and head coach Thomas Milne has pulled the trigger on a trade. Milne and his Trenton Golden Hawks counterpart Jerome Dupont engineered a four-player swap confirmed Tuesday morning that sees the Tigers send defenceman and captain Jordan DaSilva and forward Keaton Ratcliffe to the Golden Hawks. In exchange, the Tigers receive defenceman Spencer Herbst and forward Nicholas Turenko, plus cash. In essence, the trade is about swapping offensive flair for size and grit, said Milne. The players all match up in age and eligibility. Turenko has six points in 20 games this season with Trenton, while Herbst had 12 points in 25 games on the Golden Hawks’ blueline. It is a rare deal between division leaders, although the Golden Hawks have pulled

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NOTES games, compiling a 2-5 record in that stretch. Aurora has not scored more than three goals in a game since a 4-3 victory over the Toronto Junior Canadiens Oct. 24, a run of 10 games. Despite lean days, Aurora remains four points ahead of the Markham Royals atop the North Division … Former Windsor Spitfires and Barrie Colts netminder Alex Fotinos is winless in his three starts with the Tigers. However, Milne is being patient with the 20-year-old netminder, who had been idle since last spring before being acquired by the Tigers. His predecessor, Alex Brooks-Potts, has been sent home to await a trade. Word Play: “We’re not paying the price and going to the front of the net,” said Milne, on the Tigers’ recent scoring drought. • “Our discipline is still a work in progress in terms of bad penalties at bad times.” — Milne again. Record: 14-8-0-5, first in North Division; second seed in North-East Conference. — John Cudmore

away from the Tigers in recent weeks and hold an 11-point lead on Aurora in the overall league and conference standings. DaSilva has nine points for the Tigers, while Ratcliffe has been limited to just eight games due to injuries. Both players were in their second season with Aurora. In his debut season with the Tigers, Ratcliffe showed offensive flair with 33 points, including 15 goals. “We needed to get bigger up front,” said Milne late Tuesday morning. “I think we needed to get grittier for the playoffs. We gave up skill for physicality. We want hardworking guys. “Ratcliffe is ready to go (from injury), but I think he needs a change of scenery.” Although not a big fan of trades, Milne indicated he is not done dealing and would prefer to set his roster sooner than later and position the team for a late-season run. “I’m sure the players are on pins and needles right now about what’s going to happen, but at the end of the day, when it comes to trading kids, I have sleepless nights,” said Milne. — John Cudmore

Stingers hand out year-end awards Anna Bisogno-Coutts was named Stinger of the Year when the Aurora Youth Soccer Club announced winners at its annual yearend awards night Thursday. Bisogno-Coutts was named winner of the club’s most prestigious award for her efforts as head coach for the Stingers under-15 girls team and an assistant coach for the under-12 girls rep team. The award recognizes continual demonstration of commitment through knowledge, expertise, dedication and enthusiasm for the AYSC. Roy Cohen was named winner of the President’s Award. Here is a list of the AYSC’s major award winners.

Last Week: Saturday — Lost 3-1 vs. Wellington Dukes … Friday — Lost 3-2 (2OT) vs. Orangeville Flyers. Coming Up: Friday vs. Stouffville Spirit, Aurora Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. … Saturday vs. Milton IceHawks, ACC, 7:30 p.m. Game Notes: A pair of goals by Luc Brown in the final two minutes of the first period was enough to carry the Wellington Dukes past the Tigers. Alex Formenton opened the scoring for Aurora four minutes into the game … Derek Topatigh scored with eight seconds left in the second overtime as the Orangeville Flyers rode a 47-save performance by netminder Nichola Latinovich past the Tigers. Drake Board and Darren Iwai scored for Aurora. The Skinny: General manager Thomas Milne shook up the roster by trading defenceman and captain Jordan DaSilva and forward Keaton Ratcliffe to the NorthEast Conference-leading Trenton Golden Hawks Tuesday. In return, the Tigers received Nicholas Turenko, a forward with two goals and six points, defenceman Spencer Herbst, who has nine points, and cash. Ratcliffe is just returning from a high-ankle sprain that has limited him to just eight games. Milne wants to do more in the next few days to put the final touches on his roster … The Tigers will be looking to snap a three-game losing skid when the Stouffville Spirit visit the community centre Friday night. Aurora has won both previous meetings of the teams this season … The Tigers have scored just 14 goals in their past seven

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Bradley, Allain claim gold for Shenderey gym club Rowan Bradley swept top marks in all four events for her category to lead performances by members of Shenderey Gymnastics at the initial Ontario provincial qualifying meet of the season in Mississauga last weekend. Competing in Level 7 for nine-year-olds, Bradley led a charge of seven overall medalists from the Newmarket-based club. Clubmate Daisy Allain scored first-place marks on bars and was second on vault and floor to win the Level 6, nine years category.

Jets’ skaters speed to victory at Central Region meet Kairo Tae won races at 400 and 500 metres to win her category at an Ontario Speed Skating Association Central Region meet at the Trisan Centre in Schomberg last weekend. Tae was competing in the under-10 Delta category and was one of three members of the Newmarket Jets to win medals at the event. Tyler Yue (11 to 13 years) finished second in Bravo division, while William Inchima placed third in the Charlie (10-and-younger) category. — John Cudmore

Robert Thomas, pictured here playing for the York Simcoe Express last season, is now in his rookie campaign with the London Knights.

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Aurora’s Robert Thomas working to become great Knight By Adam Nightingale

In a league considered the best in the hockey world for developing National Hockey League players, the London Knights are among the cream of the crop. The Ontario Hockey League’s Knights of yore include Patrick Kane, Rick Nash, Corey Perry and Hockey Hall of Famers Brendan Shanahan and Darryl Sittler. York Simcoe Express graduate Robert Thomas is striving for a seat at that privileged roundtable. Thomas, an Aurora resident, was the highest pick among eight players selected from the York Simcoe Express minor midget team in the 2015 OHL draft this spring. The Knights picked the five-foot, 11-inch Thomas fourth overall in the second round. “I watched a couple of (London) exhibition and regular season games and it’s just an unbelievable atmosphere there, and a dream of mine to play for them” said Thomas, who has one goal and an assist in 10 games this season. “I was at home watching the draft on the Internet, so it was definitely a shock when I heard them call my name.” The rookie’s former minor midget coaches regard him as an elite skater with excellent vision and hockey sense, a gifted goal scorer and a playmaker. Last season, Thomas tallied 18 goals and 27 assists for 45 points to help lead his team to a silver medal at the Ontario Minor Hockey Association finals. Thomas, 16, connected for his first career OHL goal Oct. 12 against the Hamilton Bulldogs. He was able to shovel home a loose puck in the crease and, while it may not have

been the way he imagined it, he says it was a relief to get it out of the way. “It was a monkey off my back,” he said. “Getting the first one felt really good.” So his rookie season has been nothing short of exciting. Along with Knights teammate Evan Bouchard, Thomas represented Canada at the 2015 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge in Dawson Creek, B.C. Their team, Canada White, defeated Russia to win the first gold medal for a Canadian team since Team Ontario defeated the United States in 2011. Thomas recorded one assist in the tournament and while he may have played a limited role, it’s an accomplishment of which he is extremely proud. “It’s obviously a great honour to represent your country and wear the Canadian jersey,” he said. “Growing up and watching the world juniors on TV and Team Canada be successful, it’s always been a dream of mine.” While many young players might be intimidated by the long list of successful players to graduate from London’s system, the poised rookie sees it as a golden opportunity to develop his game. “It really shows you how great London is at developing young players into becoming pro players,” he said. “It’s really about learning the game and trying to become a complete player that’s ready to play in the NHL. London’s done a great job. You look at all the names that have come through, and it’s just really nice to be a part of it.” The young two-way forward admits there are parts of his game to improve. “(The Knights) want me to become a little more gritty; a little bit more physicality to my game to allow me to make that next jump.”

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Your Region, Thursday, November 26, 2015

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