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Aboriginals over-represented among homeless A

BY LISA QUEEN

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bout 12 per cent of York Region’s homeless are Aboriginal residents, although they make up less than 1 per cent of the population, according to a new report.

“Aboriginal peoples are over-represented in homeless populations across the country and, as the data suggests, this is the case in York Region as well,” according to the report, Understanding the Numbers: Working Together to Prevent, Reduce and End Homelessness in York Region, a joint document from York Region and the United Way of Toronto and York Region.

“Research has shown that many personal issues facing Aboriginal peoples experiencing homelessness can be linked to various types of historical traumas.”

In addition to challenges experienced by the general homeless population, such as limited education and unemployment, First Nations residents may also face struggles such as transitions from reserves to urban living, systemic racism and landlord discrimination, the report said.

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Pefferlaw’s Suzanne Smoke, a member of the Alderville First Nation and an advocate for missing and murdered Aboriginal women, agreed the root causes of homelessness of Aboriginal people are based on issues ranging from unemployment, low wages and lack of housing to colonization, racism, discrimination and cultural and geographic displacement of the reserve system.

We need to acknowledge the problems and address overlapping crises in education, health, housing, infrastructure and resources, she said.

“Government and Canadians need to take emergency action to address structural discrimination, especially the over-representation of Indigenous children in care, murdered See page A10.

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Suzanne Smoke, a member of the Alderville First Nation and an advocate for missing and murdered Aboriginal women, is concerned about a new report showing 11 per cent of homeless people in York Region are Aboriginal although First Nations people make up less than 1 per cent of the region’s population.

COUNCIL

Town considers blowing whistle on GO Transit train horns

BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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Aurora is once again deciding whether or not to proceed with an antiwhistle bylaw.

urora town council will consider blowing the whistle.

Council is set to discuss a suggestion brought forward by Mayor Geoff Dawe regarding GO trains blowing whistles at railway crossings in town. The motion recommends town staff bring back a report on the process for whistle cessation along with previous studies conducted by the town on the subject as well as an implementation plan and budget.

“Right now there are five (GO) trains in the morning and another five at night,” Dawe said.

“When the service expands there will be more.”

Metrolinx is moving ahead with its Regional Express Rail program which will bring all-day, 15-minute service through Auro-

ra. An increase in service means an increase in noise from the required train whistling, which could impact local residents, especially those who live close to the tracks.

Transport Canada does have a procedure for whistle cessation, but it does come with a hefty price tag to the town and in turn the taxpayer.

“To eliminate whistles there are crossing controls that need to be put in place which all come with a cost,” Dawe added.

There would be a cost associated with building an above grade crossing over Wellington Street or running the tracks beneath a street crossing. Even installing crossing arms and lights at railway crossings could be costly.

“If I had to make the decision today, I would let the whistles blow because I would rather know a train is coming than get

run over,” he said. “But we want to get this on the horizon now because we know the service is coming and it can take some time to sort things out.”

This isn’t the first time Aurora has looked at whistle cessation nor is the town the first municipality in York Region to explore the issue.

In 2013 Markham formed a GO anti-whistling working group, in 2015 petitions were presented to city council and now Markham’s $6-million anti-whistle plan including 26 maze barriers and eight pedestrian gates is set to begin construction in 2017.

Stouffville announced earlier this year it’s intention to silence the whistles at crossings as well.

Barrie spent more than $195,000 to ban whistles at three rail crossings in 2011.

The motion was to be considered at the Oct. 11 meeting.

GROWTH

Reject requests to develop on Greenbelt: environmentalist

BY LISA QUEEN

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Warning environmentally sensitive land in York Region is particularly vulnerable, Sony Rai is urging the provincial government to turn down requests to open up thousands of hectares of land on the Greenbelt to development.

“I think it would be catastrophic for the province to consider any changes to the Greenbelt at this point,” said Rai, director of Sustainable Vaughan.

“Parceling off each of these lands out of the Greenbelt would render the Greenbelt meaningless.”

But Joe Vaccaro, CEO of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association, said the development industry respects the Greenbelt and pointed out the province has said it is committed to growing it.

The Ontario Greenbelt Alliance has released a map showing some of the 650 requests made to Queen’s Park to remove land from the Green-

belt, which would open up the nowprotected land to development.

Two-thirds of the requests to remove 11,000 hectares (27,000 acres) come from York Region, where 7,500 hectares (more than 18,500 acres) are at risk, the alliance said.

That includes prime farmland, natural areas along highway corridors and sensitive areas around the headwaters of important creeks and rivers such as the Rouge and Don, it said.

Developers, landowners and municipalities are making the requests as part of the government’s review of growth plans for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, which will welcome four million additional residents over the next quarter century.

There is more than enough land within existing urban boundaries and in so-called white belt lands designated for future development to accommodate growth for at least 20 years without attacking the Green-

belt, Rai said.

“There is so much land supply to meet housing needs, I think it will be easy for the province to reject all of these requests,” he said, calling the number of requests in York Region “surprising” and “alarming.”

However, there is no need to be anxious about the Greenbelt’s future, Vaccaro said, adding landowners are simply following the province’s invitation for requests as part of its growth plans review.

“We (developers) are not here to fight the Greenbelt. The government is committed to growing the Greenbelt. (The home builders’ association) supports a science-based approach to growing it,” he said.

“Government did include, as part of their review, an opportunity for submissions for adjustments.

The government invited ratepayers, farmers, landowners to make submissions for boundary adjustments.”

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Sustainable Vaughan director Sony Rai is upset with the 650 requests from developers, municipalities and speculators to the provincial government to remove thousands of acres from the protected Greenbelt for development.

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METROLAND SPECIAL REPORT

Gender lines blurring between male and female

By Kim Zarzour

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t’s the small things — buying underwear, for instance.

There’s the boys department, and the girls. Which one do you pick, when your child isn’t sure which gender fits?

Mandy Klein made a big mistake when she picked a pack of undies for her teenager Micah from the girls’ section. Turns out, one pair was pink.

Micah was so upset thinking about the girlie pink pair donned that morning, her parents say, that by the end of day she’d cut the underwear into tiny pieces and tossed them in the trash.

Randy and Mandy Klein are doing their best to treat their child’s gender identity with respect, but sometimes, the Newmarket family struggles with the day-to-day details.

Micah, 16, came out as gay last year and several months ago, said they are gender fluid. Micah prefers “they and them”, dresses generically and considers themself male or female depending on the day, and sometimes the time of day.

It’s all new territory for the Kleins as they navigate a minefield of language and lifestyle for their only child, who is also autistic.

“I avoid using pronouns when I can,” Randy says. He uses Micah’s first name when he thinks of it, but it can get confusing and sometimes, emotional.

“I tell her — them — ‘when you correct me…don’t yell. I understand you’re passionate about it, but I forget. It doesn’t mean I’m being disrespectful’.”

The Kleins say they will stand by their child, wherever this journey takes them.

“If it’s important to Micah, it’s important we fight for them,” Randy says. Micah is a smart kid, he adds, a member of the school LGBTQ club, not troubled with bullying. “They’re doing well. They’ll figure it out.”

In the meantime, Mandy says gender-neutral departments in stores would make life easier.

It could happen.

Our changing approach to gender impacts more than just the English language.

Other parts of society that have been traditionally segregated are undergoing a rapid re-think.

Anthems are being rewritten (goodbye to “all our sons command”), Facebook invites you to

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Gender-neutral bathrooms at this summer’s CNE in Toronto showed society’s changing attitudes towards gender. They each displayed a half woman-half man graphic with the wording ‘we don’t care’. customize your gender profile, the Oxford Dictionaries website added “Mx” as an alternative to Mr. or Mrs., and everywhere, lines are blurring between male and female.

Some are calling it the new postgender era.

Here are some of the shifts we’ve noticed:

PUBLIC WASHROOMS All-access washrooms are popping up everywhere and this summer, Toronto’s CNE garnered accolades for its cheeky take on the topic.

Instead of the traditional portaprivy signs showing a man in pants or woman in skirt, the Ex cubicles displayed icons of someone wearing half dress/half pants, along with the words “We Don’t Care”.

General manager Virginia Ludy told the Toronto Star the CNE approach diverts the debate to focus on what matters.

“Who cares who uses them, right? Men, women, doesn’t matter.

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SPORTS Hockey in Ontario now has new trans-inclusive rules, unveiled earlier this month thanks to Oshawa teenager Jesse Thompson.

Thompson, born a girl, challenged the Ontario minor hockey league’s dressing room policies that prevented him from using the boys change room.

His complaint to the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal led Ontario branches of Hockey Canada to post new policies allowing players to choose their dressing room based on whether they see themselves as male or female.

Thompson and Ontario Human Rights chief commissioner Renu Mandhane hope it paves the way for other sports to follow suit.

FASHION Welcome to the age of “non-binary refinery.”

Fashion runways have become gender-fluid with androgynouslooking models in heels and skirts, trousers and tweed. Fashion designers are promoting gender-free clothing, U.K. department store Selfridges has introduced a pop-up agender store and Women’s Wear Daily calls “Going Gender-Neutral” one its top stories of the year.

Ben Barry, professor at Ryerson’s school of fashion, applauds the trend.

“Everyone has a masculine and feminine side ... Why should clothing fail to reflect that part of who we are?”

In researching his book, Refashioning Masculinity, he discovered many men shop in the women’s section because they’re looking for a more playful esthetic or because they’re looking for something that fits.

“Maybe it’s time for fashion to play a role in stripping away the divisions and offer us different ways to express gender.”

CONSUMER PRODUCTS From Entrepreneur Barbie to gender-free nursery decor, marketers are responding to the genderbending trend.

International Spa Association Foundation has recognized men are visiting spas more than ever before and increasingly, shopping for cosmetics (although skin care for men still comes in mostly “manly” packaging).

Target is phasing out genderbased signage and colours — the company’s website still directs buyers to gendered clothing sections, however — and Amazon.com removed its boy and girl options from their toy department search page. (On the Canadian site, the gender division remains.)

This summer, following a petition by DadDoes.com, the Toy Industry Association announced it would drop its gender-based Toy of the Year awards.

Gender is one of the top four trends to impact the marketplace, research group Mintel says.

“People are questioning traditional notions of gender, rejecting the restraints of stereotypes and embracing the freedom to be themselves.”

EDUCATION Amid controversy over Ontario’s new sex-ed guidelines, school boards across the GTA, Simcoe County and Muskoka are addressing gender in a variety of ways such as teacher liaisons, professional development, symposiums or gender-neutral washrooms.

“Labels and identities should only be self-selected by individuals, not assumed by others,” Toronto public school board’s 29-page guideline advises. “Biology does not imply identity. Nor do behaviour and expression alone.”

Greater changes are seen in places like Sweden, where preschools specialize in gender-equal teach-

GENDER IDENTITY A Metroland Special Report ing, avoiding pronouns him and her altogether.

Paul Woods, principal of inclusive school and community services with the York Region District School Board, believes the mental health strategy is clear.

“We need to reduce the stigma and emphasize safety and accessibility for all.”

Watch for part 3 next week.

FASHION FLIP-FLOPS • Pants didn’t really come into fruition until the Renaissance as a solution to men riding horses, and it wasn’t until the Victorian era that a gender divide developed in dress.

• Pink was a boys’ colour because it was considered stronger, while blue was more delicate (and for girls) until the 1940s.

• Heels were worn by men to help them stay in their stirrups and supplement their stature (the higher their heel, the greater their social rank) until the 18th century.

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OF NOTE Studies show 47 per cent of transgender people have either considered suicide, attempted suicide or self-harmed in the course of their lives.

“By referring to them by the incorrect gender, you increase the risk and add to the emotional distress.”

– Sawyer Arnold, Director, Trans Inclusion, PFLAG-Durham

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Council members question cost of 2 pedestrian underpasses Teresa Latchford

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Some Aurora councillors aren’t keen on building a road to nowhere.

With York Region’s widening of Leslie Street between Aurora’s northern limit to Wellington Street East, town council approved two pedestrian underpasses. The original price tag to construct the two underpasses was $475,000 but since approval, staff have been back to the table twice asking for more.

The project cost is now $900,000 and even at that, there are potential future costs.

“It concerns me that we have been asked for more money twice for this project,” said Councillor Michael Thompson.

“I also don’t want to build an underpass that doesn’t lead to anything.”

While councillors around the table didn’t take issue with the approved underpass that would connect the existing trail just north of State Farm Way, there were a number who weren’t sure they supported the underpass approved at the northern border just south of Newmarket.

“There are just too many contingencies surrounding the trail on the other side of this underpass for me to be in full support of it and spending that kind of money,” said

Mayor Geoff Dawe. “I’m just not convinced.”

There is the potential to secure land when the properties surrounding the proposed underpass are developed. More land for trails would have to be granted by the province due to proximity to Hwy. 404 and to avoid just a closed loop, another underpass under St. John’s Sideroad would have to be constructed.

Councillor John Abel confirmed that the project was being funded through development charges and that the region was charging 12 per cent on the project, a percentage that astonished Councillor Tom Mrakas, who called it “a hefty cost for the residents.”

Parks, recreation and cultural services director Al Downey pointed out the contract is being controlled by the region. When requested, he agreed to report back to council with a refresher of what council previously approved, background documents and the possibility of connecting the trail system with Newmarket’s trails.

Council was to give the final approval to refer background reports on the underpass in question to the town’s parks and trails advisory committee to discuss the underpass’s value within the trails master plan at the Oct. 11 council meeting.

Rick Hansen school gets active Teresa Latchford

tlatchford@yrmg.com

Rick Hansen Public School has pledged to step it up.

The Aurora school is the first to partner with the Activate Aurora initiative, a project that aims to make Aurora the most active community in Canada through a communication campaign, creation of community programs, education and more. One project focus is integrating more activity into the school day, before- and after-school programs and giving schools the resources they need to promote active play, according to Activate Aurora chairperson Ron Weese.

“Schools are a great place to start because students will take what they have learned and share it at home and in the community,” he added. “Just look at how the recycling program took off once children learned about it in school.”

The first part of the program is the school’s participation in iWALK, where students commit to walking to school with the goal of increasing the number of steps they take each day.

After that, the school will aim to increase its mandated daily physical activity by 10 to 20 minutes to start, by finding ways to incorporate physical activity into core subjects, such as math and English, throughout the day. Activate Aurora will be supplying equipment such as balls, cones, hoops and scarves that encourage active play.

“It seems very odd that we have to teach our children to play, but it needs to be done,” Weese said. “With some tools, knowledge and the right attitude, we can create a positive behaviour and encourage these children

to stay active for the rest of their lives.”

Physical literacy and fundamental movements will be integrated into the before- and after-school programs. Students will be going to the local pool, arenas and playing in the snow when winter comes.

There will also be information for parents to ease safety fears and pointing out that failure is part of success but can’t happen if children aren’t allowed to experiment.

School principal Lisa Jeremic said the initiative is a perfect fit for the school, which has a history of promoting health and activity.

“We have a number of community partnerships and initiatives already happening in the school and this project will enhance all of them,” she said. “The support of the staff, parents and community will help to make it a success.”

To deem if the program has been successful, Weese said the program will also include physical literacy scores. Each student will begin with a base score in a host of physical literacy benchmarks such as locomotion, object manipulation and balance. Students will then be retested and if the scores have not improved, remediation will be considered.

“When a child doesn’t do well in mathematics parents get them a tutor,” Weese said.

“Physical literacy should be no different.”

The ultimate goal is for the program to become a model and that the program will extend into more Aurora schools within four years. If it is really successful, the program has the potential to reach schools Canadawide.

For more information, visit activateaurora.com.

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EDITORIAL

No excuse for recent rink brawl

Tim Kelly

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hile hockey has always had a roughand-tumble reputation, there’s simply no excuse for what allegedly occurred at Milliken Mills Rink in Markham earlier this month.

Following a feisty match between bantam A teams from Markham and Orillia, things apparently turned uglier when parents, coaches and players began “chirping” back and forth after the game. According to reports, players from the Orillia side, perhaps carried away in celebration of their 4-1 victory, began to hurl insults at some of their opponents’ mothers, which led to a melee involving parents and the players who were around 14 years old.

When the dust from the donnybrook cleared, one player was injured and one dad required six stitches after sustaining a cut from a skate blade.

Markham Waxers president George Schnarr said about 10 people were involved in the fight.

A message must be sent that this kind of behaviour isn’t welcome on or off the ice.

“This is not a small little incident,” Schnarr told yorkregion.com. “We will be doing an investigation. Thankfully, it’s very rare, I have been doing this more than 10 years and it’s a stretch to remember something of this nature.

Sometimes you see parents shoving and shouting. With players, 95 per cent of it is done on the ice.”

In addition to the Waxers, York Regional Police, the Ontario Minor Hockey Association and the Orillia Minor Hockey Association plan on probing the fight.

Whatever these inquiries find, one thing that is not in dispute is the fact that this kind of conduct is simply unacceptable. Our local hockey rinks should be spaces where youngsters work on improving their skills, while also learning the importance of good sportsmanship, not venues to showcase the kind of antics that wouldn’t be out of place in the 1977 film Slap Shot.

Those responsible for the dust-up should give their heads a shake and, more than that, they should be held to account for their actions. Not only does the brawl set a very poor example for others who may have been present — younger players and fans especially — but someone could have been seriously injured.

It’s also troubling that the taunts were apparently aimed at the mothers of the Markham team’s players, suggesting some misogyny may also have been on display.

In any event, a message must be sent that this kind of behaviour isn’t welcome on or off the ice. These two teams are scheduled to meet again next month in Orillia, so one can only hope the re-match will serve as an opportunity to make amends.

SOCIAL MEDIA Should York Region parents be fined for their child’s bullying?

Kimberley Nicole A lot of times parents don’t know how their kids act in private. Slippery slope.

Not all parents can afford counseling, if in school support is offered.... but then if parents are actively trying to fix the problem, why charge them. Adults are bullies too. I deal with Adult bullies almost every single day.

Melissa Marshall It’s stupid.. i mean some ppl just don’t listen to their parents no matter what.

Heather Gates-Hack This is a great idea! Parents are usually the problem. If you can’t be bothered to teach your kids kindness or at least boundaries, then you should pay for it.

Can the rest of us use the money to pay for our karate lessons!?!

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Editorial on Trump was hateful, biased

Keep focus on reducing impaired driving

Re: Could Canada elect a Trumplike leader one day?, Sept. 29.

Incredibly hateful, biased rant in the Sept.29 Era Banner editorial section.

Writer has extreme allodoxaphobia as he/she misrepresents the American election. It is sad that we live in a world so divided that this kind of hatred and innuendo are not only encouraged but a large part of the mainstream media.

Calling Canadians that were opposed to a full face covering during an official oath of allegiance to Canada racist shows the depth of the writer’s allodoxaphobia. All Canadians should be able to debate freely and openly in a democracy.

As far as the American election is concerned, there is much to debate. Years of President Barack Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton meddling in other nations’ sovereignty has created Middle East chaos. A regime change by the U.S. has left Libya, a once prosperous emerging African nation, in shambles.

Clinton is on video stating “We came, we saw, he died” with a child-like gleeful laugh. I wonder why liberal thinkers like this writer don’t find racism in the complete lack of remorse for the consequences and death of Libyans.

America, like us, is also face rising unemployment from the lopsided global markets. Between legal, labour, safety, environmental regulations and taxes, North American markets can’t compete with markets free from any regulations.

Clinton and her foundation’s donors prefer this corporate offshore production system. Those may be two reasons to prefer Trump or the FBI’s decision not to prosecute Clinton, but warning the rest of its citizens that they would be fully prosecuted for the same thing.

This anger may encourage a Trump vote or the sheer frustration and complete lack of representation of their views by government, mainstream media and those like this writer that feel theirs is the only moral high ground!

Could this frustration lead to a Trump-like Prime Minister?

That’s for a democratic election to decide.

Certainly, as this writer seems to imply, 67 per cent of Canadians participating in a poll don’t deserve to be called racist or xenophobic by an allodoxaphobic fear monger!.

Re: Year after tragedy, impaired driving charges on rise Sept. 29.

Congratulations for the front page report on a subject which needs to be under sustained focus. If this report helps avert just one fatality, and I strongly believe it will, your paper will have rendered yeoman service to society.

The trauma that a victim’s family goes through is beyond the imagination of an impaired driver. The safest of drivers is likely to meet with an accident, but an impaired driver deserves a very stiff sentence, not just for making him/her an example for his act, but for the very act of driving with willful knowledge that his careless and rash act can result in disastrous consequences.

While on this important issue, it is imperative to focus on other forms of distracted driving too.

One often observes drivers texting and/or chatting on their cellphones and other devices and it is a fact that most of us are guilty of this practice.

Merely blaming the police and law enforcers is not fair. It is said that effective policing is possible only because a small percentage of society are law-breakers and generally society is law abiding.

However if a large majority resort to breaking the law, the most efficient police force may also find it difficult to enforce all laws effectively and efficiently.

Whether stiff sentences are a deterrent is debatable; there is no doubt that sustained campaigning by the media against impaired/distracted driving coupled with education and enforcement, and last but not the least self-discipline, may help reduce such accidents.

Karin Eichler Newmarket

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Candidate’s use of robocalls legitimate Re: Letter: Candidate’s use of robocalls questioned, Oct. 6.

I was taken aback by Luigi Giorno’s letter to the editor criticizing Bob Kwapis for reaching out to voters via the telephone.

I was troubled by the letter writer’s overt attack on a dedicated candidate. The content of the letter was rife with vitriol, false innuendoes and bordered on conspiracy-theory foolishness.

Did Giorno even read the article by Chris Simon in which CRTC spokesperson Sujata Raisinghani affirmed the legitimacy of robocalls (ADADs) in this situation?

ADADs are just one way of reaching voters.

I know for a fact that Bob Kwapis has taken the time to knock on every door of Ward 5 houses and apartments, including those of seniors.

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As a Ward 5 resident, I appreciate candidates like Bob Kwapis who take the time to knock on doors, utilize social media, host events, or call voters for their support. Frankly, it shows that they are working hard to listen to us. I, for one, admire such dedication in a candidate and I commend all the candidates for their hard work.

To dismiss Ward 5 as a small ward does a disservice to all candidates who have been actively hitting the pavement these past weeks.

I have served as co-chair of the Ward 5 Traffic Safety Committee with Bob Kwapis for a number of years. I can only speak highly of his ethics and passion for his community.

Giorno would do well to leave the decision-making to the residents of Ward 5 and refrain from negative attacks.

It’s what many of us hate most about politics.

Nancy Fish Newmarket

Main Street doesn’t need to be saved This letter is being written to correct two fallacies being bandied about in town.

No. 1 is that ”Main Street merchants and businesses need to be saved.” Wrong! Main Street’s 70 or more occupants are quite vibrant, with the exception of the four boarded-up properties from which Bob Forrest, the developer, evicted the tenants about 18 months ago.

No. 2 “More density is required.” Wrong! Main Street and its environs are the most densely populated areas in Newmarket.

If Newmarket needs or is forced to provide more density, take it to the outskirts of town, Davis Drive, Mulock Drive or Yonge Street. I understand there are six highrise rental or condominium developments underway in the GTA, four of which are in Newmarket! Good luck to us and our congestion.

The election of a new councillor will be held Oct. 17 in Ward 5.

Our Main Street is one of most historic and prettiest Main Streets in Canada. Vote for a candidate who will uphold the three-storey bylaw.

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It’s a bitter blow to King Township residents and businesses and the goal Mayor Steve Pellegrini had of landing a major corporate headquarters in the township.

There’s no clear, unequivocal statement on behalf of the company that it IS coming to King in 2022. It may, it may not.

It’s a bitter blow to King Township residents and businesses and the goal Mayor Steve Pellegrini had of landing a major corporate headquarters in the township.

There’s nothing to say Magna can’t just hold on to the land it bought in King and wait until the mid-2020s to eventually build there. Or it might turn around and sell the land for a profit, or hope to get other businesses to build on it and act as the leaseholder.

Aurora is pleased Magna will be staying longer as they have been part of the town’s landscape for many years, Mayor Geoff Dawe said.

For many years, the company has been a great community partner that has supported the community with fundraisers such as the Magna Hoedown, which raises funds for local charities year after year.

This delay gives us more horizon to work with the owner of the property, Granite Realty, to get the property occupied once it is vacated, he added.

As for rumours in the community, Dawe said there have not been any requests submitted to the town to rezone the property, with the exception of adding a butcher shop to the existing building, which was before council weeks ago.

Who knows what Magna’s longterm master plan is? It’s a worldwide multi-national that owns dozens and dozens of properties in countries across the globe.

But it did say clearly it would build its corporate headquarters in King.

We’ll have to just wait and see if that comes to pass in six years’ time.

— Tim Kelly is a reporter with Metroland Media, York Region.

Margaret Davis Newmarket

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t’s not so Magna-ificent in King Township these days.

News last week that the auto parts giant is not coming to King City in 2018 after all – it just announced it plans to stay now in its Aurora headquarters until 2022 if not longer – must have hit township councillors like a lead pipe.

Or maybe like one of the auto parts Magna was going to produce at its spanking new research centre it was supposed to open at the King Road-Jane Street 105-acre, mega-million dollar site it purchased in spring 2015.

Magna officials, to great fanfare, unveiled drawings for a huge 40-acre complex in King at township council in June 2015 that was originally going to open by the end of 2017. This summer, the company said it would now open the 625-employee 21st century office by the end of 2018.

Now this.

Magna has said in a statement that the company is monitoring macroeconomic conditions impacting the automotive industry and will continue evaluating future needs.

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East Gwillimbury resident and former York Region Media Group publisher Ian Proudfoot was one of 11 York Region residents honoured for their contributions to their communities through Portraits of Giving. The photography exhibit by Karen Merk has been touring York Region and will be on display at the East Gwillimbury Civic Centre until Oct. 19.

Former publisher featured in Portraits of Giving Ian Proudfoot one of 11 York Region residents featured in exhibit on display at East Gwillimbury Civic Centre until Oct. 19 Simon Martin

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It shouldn’t surprise you that Ian Proudfoot is deeply involved in building community in York Region.

When you spend five decades in the community newspaper business, 20 as a publisher with Metroland, it comes with the territory.

The East Gwillimbury resident said when you work at a newspaper, community groups would always come and ask for support.

That led to many partnerships and new initiatives that Proudfoot was deeply involved in. From Bradford’s Santa Claus parade to the Celebration of the Arts to Southlake Regional Health Centre, Proudfoot’s

community involvement can be felt throughout the region.

That’s why he is one of 11 York Region residents featured in Portraits of Giving in 2016, which honours citizens for giving back to their communities.

The photography exhibit by Karen Merk has been touring York Region and will be on display at the East Gwillimbury Civic Centre until Oct. 19.

Part of the proceeds from this year’s Portraits of Giving is being donated to Southlake Regional Health Centre, Mackenzie Health and Markham-Stouffville Hospital.

Proudfoot credited current East Gwillimbury Councillor Joe Persechini and Whipper Billy Watson for

having a profound impact on him early in his career. If busy people like them had time to give back, Proudfoot figured he had time, too.

His first “giving back” memory involved himself and some colleagues establishing Bradford’s annual Santa Claus parade.

The portrait of Proudfoot was taken at the Markham Theatre, which is fitting because of his role in starting Celebration of the Arts.

The idea came to Proudfoot after he attended a gala that featured young skaters from Richmond Hill. At the time, he was doing golf tournaments for his clients, but he didn’t think there was any end value that went into the community from the tournament.

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In 1999, with the help of then Markham mayor Don Cousins and the expertise of Doug Pettigrew, Proudfoot founded Celebration of the Arts. As a result, hundreds of young artists in York Region have received bursaries valuing close to $400,000.

Proudfoot has supported hospitals in York Region, particularly Southlake Regional Health Centre, by serving on the foundation. He is serving on the boards of YMCA and United Way, Children’s Fund and Deaf/Blind Services of Canada.

With thousands of new residents set to come to his hometown of East Gwillimbury, Proudfoot said building community with new residents will be of great importance.

“You have to have places in the community where people gather and meet,” he said.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto entered into negotiations with East Gwillimbury for a potential facility in Queensville. Proudfoot said the building has the potential to be great anchor in the community.

“The Y is so much more than fitness and pools,” he said.

While it is sometimes difficult to get people involved in suburbia as they leave early and get home late, one thing Proudfoot has learned is people will support something they are passionate about, pointing to Southlake, which gets tremendous volunteer support from the community.

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Homeless report shows growing issue From front page.

and missing Indigenous women and girls and the over-incarceration of Indigenous peoples. And government and Canadians need to understand and emphasize the growing crisis of poverty and discriminatory treatment of Indigenous peoples,” she said.

“The historical introduction of foreign systems such as education, justice, health and child protection have left Aboriginal peoples in a cycle of economic dependency, including high rates of poverty and unemployment.”

The disproportionately high number of homeless Aboriginal residents is just one finding in the homeless report, which is finally putting numbers on a growing issue in York that has been discussed in recent years, but has had little data to substantiate it.

At the same time, the report isn’t a complete picture because there are many invisible homeless, including people who couchsurf where they can find a temporary bed,

Cordelia Abankwa, the region’s general manager of social services, said.

“When people think of homelessness, they tend to think of street homelessness.

And I think one of the things that we’re very fortunate with in York Region is that we have a real opportunity to prevent homelessness, to keep it from turning into the sort of on-thestreet homelessness we see in other jurisdictions,” she said, adding it is almost impossible to reverse street homelessness once it reaches a critical point.

“When we started having conversations in a really serious way about homelessness, the focus was on prevention.”

The report’s data was pulled from the region’s first point-in-time count Jan. 20 and 21, which tallied the homeless found in shelters and on the streets, and from the Homeless Individuals and Families Information System, which collects and analyzes data on the use of emergency shelters in Canada.

“Our data reveals that in York Region, homelessness is caused by no single fac-

tor and exists across all demographics,” the report said.

“It is not an issue exclusive to a particular group or demographic and could happen to anyone. While homelessness in York Region is most often a one-time temporary situation, for some, it is a more chronic issue with individuals cycling in and out of homelessness or staying homeless for lengthy periods of time.”

Findings include: • In 2015, 1,103 people used emergency shelters or transitional housing in York Region, although regional officials acknowledge demand may be higher as they are often at capacity; • 12 per cent of people using emergency shelters are children aged 16 and under; • More than three-quarters of people accessing homeless supports in York were born in Canada; • Males and youth aged 16 to 24 are overrepresented in the homeless population;

• Homelessness among veterans is 1.5 to 3.5 per cent; • Lack of affordable housing and inadequate income are the top factors contributing to homelessness, followed by family/relationship breakdown or conflict, mental health challenges, substance abuse and domestic abuse.

“There is homelessness across Canada, including in York Region. There’s an estimated 230,000 people who are homeless across Canada. We have a population (in York Region) of 1.2 million and homelessness is about 1 per cent of our population,” Nancy Lennox, the region’s manager of homelessness community programs, said.

“We consider it a serious issue in our community as many across Canada do. We now have knowledge of data. That is what the whole idea of the report is, it gives us an opportunity to really focus our efforts, to look at how we alleviate…address and reduce homelessness in York Region before it becomes an even bigger issue.”

Man arrested in Newmarket linked to car theft ring: YRP Simon Martin

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York Regional Police arrested a man suspected to be part of car theft ring stealing vehicles in Vaughan and Toronto after responding to a report of an impaired driver in Newmarket.

Police received a call Friday, Sept. 16 around 7:40 p.m. about a possible impaired driver in the parking lot of a plaza in the area of Davis Drive and Lundy’s Lane in Newmarket.

Officers arrived and located the suspect vehicle. A male passenger fled on foot and was not found, but the driver remained and was investigated. He was not impaired, but provided false identification, police said.

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TECH THURSDAY WHEN: 1:30 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Holland Landing Public Library, 19513 Yonge St., Holland Landing CONTACT: , 905836-6492, , info@egpl.ca COST: Free Drop In. Have a device that isn’t running quite right?

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WHERE: Harmony Hall, Sharon Hope United Church, 18648 Leslie St. CONTACT: , 289-648-6300, , info@uccchorus.com COST: Free Experience the joy of singing four-part a cappella harmony in the company of friends, while supporting our communities through various events and performances.

WRITE FOR RIGHTS WHEN: 7:30 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge St. CONTACT: Renee or Len, 905-7136713, http://www.amnesty.ca, COST: Free Meet your local Amnesty International members (Newmarket/Aurora Chapter) for a drop-in letterwriting session and discover how the act of sending a simple postcard can free a political prisoner. A One Book One Aurora event, see www.onebookoneaurora. com. All welcome to drop by! Location will be the living room area in the library.

“DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER” WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. WHERE: Theatre Aurora, 150 Henderson Dr., Aurora CONTACT: 905-727-3699, boxoffice@theatreaurora.com COST: $25 Bernard is planning a romantic weekend with his chic Parisian mistress, whilst his wife, Jacqueline, is away.

He has arranged for a cordon bleu cook to prepare gourmet delights, and has invited his best friend, Robert, along to provide the alibi. It’s foolproof; what could possibly go wrong? Well, suppose Robert turns up not realizing quite why he has been invited. Suppose Robert and Jacqueline are secret lovers. Suppose the cook has to pretend to be the mistress and the mistress is unable to cook. Suppose everyone’s alibi gets confused with everyone else’s. An evening of hilarious confusion ensues as Bernard and Robert improvise at breakneck speed. Runs Oct. 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21 and 22. Tickets $25 for adults, $10 for students. You can book your tickets online.

Friday, October 14

LIBRARY STUDY with Tutor.com WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert branch, 19300 Centre St.,, Mount Albert CONTACT: Heather Alblas COST: Free Grades K-12. Drop-in. Want to get a head start on the school year and get your homework done early?

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GIANT USED BOOK SALE WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: East Gwillimbury Public Library - Holland Landing, 19513 Yonge St., Holland Landing CONTACT: Heather Alblas COST: Free Book sale 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Free admission. Last call special 2 to 4 p.m.— fill a bag for $5. Please bring your own bags. Cash only.

Silent auction. Preview Oct. 14, 7 to 8:30 p.m., $5/ person or $10/family FALL-INSPIRED DIY HOME DECOR WORKSHOP WHEN: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE: Aurora Cul-

Reader Gerald Markhoff sent us this YOUR SHOT of a blue jay in flight. Send us YOUR SHOT. The theme is nature and wildlife. Email your high-resolution JPEGs to newsroom@yrmg.com. tural Centre, 22 Church St. CONTACT: Jane Taylor, 905-713-1818, www.auroraculturalcentre.ca, info@ auroraculturalcentre.ca COST: $50 workshop fee, plus $80 materials fee Make your home stand out this fall with two DIY home decor items. Join Shannon and Robin of Hoopla Event Design & Styling for an enjoyable workshop in the galleries with two projects perfect for any level. First, create your own miniature garden in a beautiful open terrarium with succulents, cacti, and fall-inspired details. Hoopla will provide you with all the materials and know-how needed to keep your garden growing not just through the fall season, but for many months to come. Next, dress up your home with a slice of nature. You will create a unique chalkboard-inspired sign on a wooden tree slice. Be it a welcome sign, your house number, or an inspirational message, you’ll be wanting to keep it up all year round. Bring a snack and refreshments. Please register in advance to ensure your spot in this contemporary and creative approach to holiday decor. Register in advance. Call to register over the phone, or drop by to register in person during business / gallery hours.

NEWMARKET STUDIO TOUR AND ART SHOW WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Main Street CONTACT: Steve Silverman, 905 898-8341, www. nemarketgroupofartists.org, digitalfineart@rogers.com COST: Free The Newmarket Group of Artists is proud to present the 8th Annual Newmarket Studio Tour and Art Show.

This year’s tour will showcase the work of 35 artists and two art collectives. This is our biggest tour to date, featuring more amazing local artists than ever before. The Studio Tour and Art Show is a free and walkable event that takes place in 16 venues in and around historic Main Street. The Studio Tour and Art Show is a great opportunity to meet the artists and experience and purchase their original work, including stained glass, pottery, jewelry, photography, mixed media and paintings. Also runs Sunday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Look for brochures and maps at local businesses on Main Street.

DRAMA KIDS WHEN: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. WHERE: Harvest Hills Activity Centre, 145 Harvest Hills Blvd., Newmarket CONTACT: Heather Alblas COST: Free

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ROGERS HOMETOWN HOCKEY WHEN: 11 a.m. WHERE: Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. CONTACT: Allison Simonse, http://www. hometownhockey.com, hthjobs@sdimktg.com COST: Free Rogers Hometown Hockey will be making it’s first stop of the season in Newmarket on Oct. 15 and 16 TWEEN SCENE WHEN: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. WHERE: East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert Branch, 19300 Centre St., Mount Albert CONTACT: Heather Alblas COST: Free Ages 8 - 11 years, drop in for Friendship Bracelet Fun. We will provide all the materials you will need to make cool bracelets to share with your friends!

Deepening Our Roots WHEN: 1 to 5 p.m. WHERE: York Region Food Network, 350 Industrial Parkway S., Aurora CONTACT: Kate Greavette, 905-841-3101 ext.206, www.yrfn.ca, kateg@yrfn.ca COST: Free Let’s wrap up the garden season together with an afternoon of workshops, food and ideas. Deepening Our Roots is a free session for new and experienced gardeners, with workshops on composting, permaculture, cold-frames and preserving, followed by a harvest dinner. This is a family event, with activities for all. T Register at https://deepeningourroots.eventbrite.com.

ONE STROKE PAINTING CLASS WHEN: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. WHERE: Newmarket Public Library, 438 Park Ave. (off Main St) CONTACT: Alka Chopra, 647-283-1018, http://creativeexplosions. webs.com, achopra13@ gmail.com COST: $35 Artists will learn how to apply paint to the brush, how to hold the brush and how

to perform the correct strokes for the leaves and flowers. Artists will learn the techniques on paper first and will paint on gift bags once confident with their new skills. Previous experience is not required. Participants need to bring a pencil, eraser, a paper towel roll and 10 to 12 foam plates.

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PRACTICAL GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING THE MIND WHEN: 7 to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: St. Paul’s Anglican Church Newmarket, 227 Church St. CONTACT: Betty Whitehouse, 705-733-5255, info@meditateinbarrie. org COST: $10 This series of classes is a practical guide to understanding the mind. We will learn how to recognize and reduce our painful ways of thinking, and to replace these with meaningful and beneficial views. Although part of a series, each class is self-contained, and consists of guided meditation, a teaching, and time for questions and discussion. Everyone welcome!

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ZOOMER 45+ OPPORTUNITIES EXPO WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. CONTACT: Lorraine Green, 416-805-6721, newmarket.aurora.carp@gmail.com COST: Free If you’re a Zoomer 45+, you won’t want to miss out!

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Concern over ‘scary clowns’ reaches York Region Email communication from York Catholic District School Board warns parents and students to remain ‘vigilant’

By Jeremy Grimaldi

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The creepy clown sightings occurring across the United States and Europe have finally made their way to the GTA. Last Wednesday, a group of kids at a school near Dundas Street West and Ossington Avenue were standing in front of their school when someone in a scary clown costume began running toward them with another student filming the clown’s movements.

Two 15-year-old boys were later issued warnings after police were called by the school’s teachers and parents.

Now the fear of these incidents, occurring on social media and beyond, has prompted a York Region school board to issue emails in order to “share general safety tips” with the community. “(The emails are to) remind students and parents about the importance of being vigilant and aware of their surroundings at all times,” said May Moore, communications manager at the York Catholic District School Board, who explained the communication would be going out on Thursday.

York police meanwhile are also asking people to keep their eyes peeled, noting that any chatter about clown sightings in the region are completely unfounded so far.

“We have received a few calls… less than ten,” said Const. Andy Pattenden. “The majority of reports are from posts that people have been seeing on social media. Our message is if people see any type of suspicious activity,

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Countless reports of scary clown spottings have been occurring around North America. call us and we will investigate.”

However, in other jurisdictions around the United States and Canada, the sightings have been real, but most have simply involved individuals in clown costumes frightening people.

In Nova Scotia, a woman veered off one road and onto another to avoid a clown only to find a number of other clowns staring at her.

During another incident in Gatineau, a clown is alleged to have grabbed a child’s

clothing, but the claim remains unsubstantiated.

One woman in the United States admitted that her report to police about being sexually assaulted by a clown was a lie.

However fears of an attack persist, in part because of where the clowns are being spotted.

In the United States, clowns have been witnessed in the woods and near schools.

In one French town, clown costumes were banned as a result of the trend that has seen creepy clown costume sales jump 300 per cent, according to media reports.

In York Region much of the information about clown sightings has been shared on social media.

One woman posted on the Facebook group Connecting In Georgina: “A friend told me there was someone dressed as a clown near Watson and my daughter said she saw a drawing on the path in the park saying ‘Clowns watch out’ - seriously???”

Another woman posted: “Great, I have the biggest fear of clowns, I’m never leaving my house again.”

However others are urging restraint.

“How about we give these freaks no platform in which to stand,” she wrote. “The clown epidemic is not a real problem. It’s not out of hand. I understand how a creepy clown can startle someone but I can assure you that no clowns in our town will be carrying out real danger or real threats. It’s just ‘clowning around’.”

York police officer testifies about shooting Aurora’s John Ross

By Jeremy Grimaldi

jgrimaldi@yrmg.com

A coroner’s inquest into the death of Aurora’s John Ross heard some emotional testimony after the officer who shot the 21-year-old was questioned by Ross’s sister and father.

York police Constable Adam Bosomworth took the stand Thursday and told the inquest how the events of that rainy April 2014 night changed his life forever, forcing him to seek counselling after the shooting.

“This was life changing for myself and the other officers as well,” he told the inquest. “I have had to take my own steps to continue as a York Regional policeman. … If I could have done anything to prevent the

death of your son, I wish that could have happened.”

The inquest stems from Ross’s shooting in Aurora on April 12.

It began after police received a call from a person claiming a mother and daughter had been shot near State Farm Way and First Commerce Drive. When officers arrived they found Ross with a gun drawn.

The first officer to arrive was chased around his car by Ross, who was pointing a gun at him. The second officer got back in his car and reversed when the gun was pointed at him. But when Ross did the same to the third and fourth officers, refusing demands he drop the gun, officers opened fire, shooting Ross in the chest.

It was later discovered Ross had

placed the initial, later deemed false, call about the women being shot. The “pellet gun” he held was painted black to make it appear real, according to the province’s Special Investigations Unit.

A number of questions about the night were posed to Bosomworth, specifically regarding the fact the officer’s qualification to deploy an AR-15 rifle had lapsed.

He was also asked why he didn’t use the police dog in the back of his cruiser to subdue Ross and why he didn’t aim for Ross’s legs, rather than his chest.

“At the time I had no idea there was underlying mental health issues,” Bosomworth said, noting the information he had was that there had been a double homicide.

“I was scared, I wanted to stop the threat. I wanted him to put the gun down. Our backs were against the wall.”

He said he didn’t aim for Ross’s legs as there was a potential to miss, meaning he might not stop the “lethal threat”.

As for the use of the rifle, Bosomworth said although his official qualification had lapsed, for more than eight months, he was quite familiar with the weapon and had used it in his former role as an OPP officer.

Bosomworth added after the shooting there was no help or any seeming plan in place at York Regional Police to help him deal with the emotional fallout.

“There was no support from

anyone in a leadership capacity,” he added.

However, he noted since the shooting many steps have been taken to help officers in need, creating peer support and other structures in the aftermath.

Earlier in the inquest, it was found Ross had a piece of paper stuck to his arm saying, “No funeral, no marker, please.”

The five-member jury can label Ross’s death a suicide, homicide or undetermined after they are discharged next week. There will also be a number of recommendations made when the verdict is delivered, but the inquest cannot assign blame.

– with files from Wendy Gillis, The Toronto Star

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Hillary House hoping for new parking lot

By Teresa Latchford

tlatchford@yrmg.com

A new parking lot would improve access to the historic Hillary House.

The Aurora Historical Society has asked the town to consider the request to construct a 40-space, fully lit, paved parking lot on town property and allow access from Machell Avenue, which is currently a dead end. The proposed parking lot would be constructed on the former Aurora waste water treatment plant and parks yard and would connect to the Hillary House entrance via an illuminated walking path through the historic property.

A report from Jim Tree, manager of parks, recommended the approval of the proposal due to the existing parking and access issues at the site located on Yonge Street. It would also allow the town to re-purpose the Machell Avenue yard currently used for storage that will become obsolete with the completion of the new joint operations centre.

“I think this is a great idea,” Councillor Michael Thompson said, adding the site can be difficult to access from Yonge Street.

He also suggested staff look into using the parking lot to alleviate street parking issues on Machell Avenue.

Mayor Geoff Dawe pointed out that a

portion of the land is deemed flood plain and, in the past, the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority would only entertain day parking and not overnight. However, he would encourage council to support the idea, if it were supported by the LSRCA with consideration for permit parking.

More parking would allow the historical society to expand programs at the site without having parking as a barrier.

In order for the AHS to receive Trillium Grant funding to help with the cost of construction, it requested confirmation from the town that it would consider a lease agreement and financial support.

While staff hasn’t completed a full cost estimate, the report stated a project such as this would cost more than $150,000.

CAO Doug Nadorozny confirmed the town wouldn’t be committing to the project by approving the recommendation, but rather confirming it was willing to explore a lease agreement and the provision of financial support. Council would be able to approve or dismiss the project at a later date when more details were provided and the only risk would be giving back the Trillium grant.

Council supported the execution of a lease agreement in principle and will discuss it further during 2017 budget deliberations.

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Pick of the Week: Studio tour Take a walk on the artsy side during the upcoming 8th annual Newmarket Studio Tour & Art Show, hosted by the Newmarket Group of Artists.

The popular event will back on Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be showcased throughout 13 different locations on or near the town’s historic Main Street.

The walkable tour will feature 35 artists and two collectives, displayed in various studios, homes, outdoor venues and town sites.

This year’s tour will include a wonderful variety of pieces from contemporary drawings, to jewelry, ceramics, photography, paintings and more. Visitors will also be able to enjoy

and purchase juried original art on display.

The entire weekend of art-based fun will be free of charge. Come out with your entire family to experience what Newmarket’s artists have to offer and, with Christmas just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start checking gifts off of your list.

To learn more about the artists or for specific event details, visit www.newmarketgroupofartists.org.

— Brea Bartholet Pick of the Week features York Region and area entertainment, cultural and community events. Send your ideas to newsroom@yrmg.com.

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Jays become home run for businesses Local retailers, restaurants notice climb in sales as baseball team goes on second consecutive playoff run

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here’s one certainty for local sports apparel stores when it comes to the Toronto Blue Jays right now: merchandise sales are red-hot.

At Pro Image, which is located in Upper Canada Mall in Newmarket, nearly half the store is decked out in Jays shirts, hats, bobbleheads and other paraphernalia. With the team in the midst of a second consecutive playoff run, fans want to wear the team’s signature blue and white. In fact, in the brief time yorkregion.com was chatting with the store’s cashier, Riley Grace, almost everyone who came through the door walked immediately to the Jays section.

‘If they make it to the next round and then to the World Series, I can see the excitement going way up.’

They tried on baseball caps and sorted through T-shirts and sweatshirts. It’s hardly an unusual practice these days, Grace said.

“The Jays have been the best seller lately, by far,” he said, sporting a Jays cap and putting a white team jersey on a hanger Sunday afternoon.

The three most popular Jays for merchandise sales, in order, are third baseman and reigning American League MVP Josh Donaldson, centre fielder Kevin Pillar and pitcher Marcus Stroman, Grace said.

“Last year was definitely far bigger, in terms of excitement for it; this year’s still been really good, but not as big,” he said. “People expect them to be in there and the fan base is already built. Last year, it was ‘I got to hop on the bandwagon; the Jays are winning and I have to get my gear’, but if they make it to the next round and then to the World Series, I can see the excitement going way up.”

National media reported on the sudden hike in Jays merchandise sales as the team sprinted to its first AL East division title in more than 20 years last summer, and while the Jays struggled a bit down the stretch of this year’s regular season — they settled for a wild card berth after losing the division

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Chris Benson, owner of The Cove in Newmarket, says the success of the Toronto Blue Jays has had a positive effect on business at his eatery. Hats, shirts and other Blue Jays merchandise (below) is selling easily at Pro Image sports apparel store in the Upper Canada Mall in Newmarket. lead to the Boston Red Sox over the final month of this season — attendance reached over three million at Rogers Centre.

Interest in the team has clearly been expressed through merchandise purchases at many local retailers and food and beverage sales at some restaurants, said Chris Benson, owner of The Cove in Newmarket.

“Last year, people really didn’t come in for games because they expected them to win (late in the year),” he said, as a Los Angeles Dodgers and Washington Nationals playoff game appeared on television screens in the bar area.

“Ninety-nine per cent of people in this town are Maples Leafs fans, so they’re used to letdown. They don’t expect much. People in here are more vocal and it’s all positive. They’ve been ahead in every (playoff) game. It’s been a positive experience.”

Even The Cove’s takeout service is climbing lately, Benson said.

“They make an event out of it,” he said.

“People have really done up their homes and they invite their buddies to come over and watch the game. For a big game like this, we notice an increase. People call in and take it home. It lingers too, because then people want to come in the next day and talk about the game.”

The Cove is not offering specific food specials during the run, but the Jays have been used to help push existing promotions, such as a $10 pint of beer and pound of wings combo, Benson said.

The Jays will attempt to sweep the Texas Rangers in the American League Division Series, in front of a home crowd, at 7:30 p.m. Sunday.

They currently lead the series 2-0.

If the Jays win, they will advance to the American League Championship Series and play either the Red Sox or Cleveland Indians.

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4 ways to make most of apple season

Mount Albert CHAMP benefits from War Amps Key Tag Service

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When the leaves begin to change on trees, it means apples are ripe for picking.

Whether you prefer your apples sweet or tart, large or small, red or green, there are plenty of varieties to choose from right here in York Region.

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Harvesting: Being able to tell if an apple is ready for picking can be difficult but there is a tried and tested rule, according to Pine Farms Orchard. Using what is known as the “eye to the sky and twist” method, gently hold the apple by the bottom with the stem to the sky. Gently twist and if the apple comes off the branch easily, it is ready to be harvested.

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This year, the War Amps Key Tag Service is celebrating 70 years of returning lost keys to their owners. Donations to the Key Tag Service assist members of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, including Audrey Donohue, 4, of Mount Albert.

Audrey was born a right arm amputee and, as a “Champ,” is eligible to receive financial assistance for the cost of artificial limbs and recreational devices.

Thanks to The War Amps, she was recently fitted with an artificial arm that allows her to take part in different activities, including riding her scooter. Her mom, Meghan, says, “Audrey loves riding her scooter and the arm allows her to hold onto the handlebars and steer more easily. There is nothing she can’t do!”

The War Amps Key Tag Service was launched in 1946 so returning war amputees could not only work for competitive wages, but also provide a service to Canadians that would generate funds for the association’s many programs. The Key Tag Service continues to employ amputees and people with disabilities and has returned more than 1.5 million sets of lost keys.

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Ex-Toronto Raptors player Jerome Williams speaks at Markham church

By Chris Simon

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For two days, a Markham church was converted into the Dog Pound.

Retired Toronto Raptors fan-favourite Jerome Williams, also known as Junkyard Dog, was the guest speaker at the St. Maurice and St. Verena Coptic Orthodox Church’s ninth annual community outreach event Friday and Saturday. Williams, or JYD for short, hosted meet and greets and inspirational talks focusing on ‘mastering the art of success’.

He also ran a basketball workshop for youth Saturday, teaching some fundamentals about the game. The kids participated in running, shoot-

ing and passing drills. They also got a heavy workout, but JYD was right alongside them, sprinkling humour in between rounds of lunges and sprints. He wore a blue shirt with the phrase ‘Jesus Wins’ printed on the front and a red-and-white Raptors headband.

Like a drill sergeant, Williams had the children line up in rows to perform various basketball moves, such as pivoting. When they were asked to hold their hands in the air, as if receiving a pass, JYD would walk the rows, stomping his feet and posing his arms like a clumsy hybrid of a T-rex and a zombie. He’d look a kid in the eyes, shake them a little, and

if they moved or became distracted, the group (including Williams) would get down on the floor for a round of push-ups.

After all, good coaches practice what they preach.

“I just wanted to come and see my Dog Pound fans,” Williams said.

“That’s what it’s about. I just enjoyed the opportunity to come out and spend some time with them.

“The most important lesson (I can teach) is the lesson of life: You have to believe in yourself and have good foundation for doing the right things. Being a good person, teammate, community neighbour, those are all things I learned from

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Williams wants to give back to a community that supported him for more than a decade.

About 1,000 people participated in the outreach event, Father Pishoy Salama said.

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He watched Williams play and always appreciated his hard work and determination. They are personality traits that also endeared JYD to a generation of basketball fans in the Greater Toronto Area.

Williams is also a man of faith who is happy to spend time with and teach younger players, Salama said.

If you’re wondering, Williams also has faith in this year’s Raptors squad, even though teams such as the Golden State Warriors beefed up their rosters during the off-season.

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Seneca receives $3M donation from Magna for King campus Simon Martin

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Seneca College’s King Campus expansion got a major financial boost Oct. 11 when it was announced that Magna International was donating $3 million to the expansion.

The donation is the largest ever in Seneca’s history.

The expansion is a $104 million project that will see a new 200,000 sq. ft. building which be named Magna Hall. It will feature 25 classrooms, labs, a student centre, gymnasium and fitness facilities. The expansion will allow for 1,500 more students to attend every year.

“Magna is committed to helping organizations in the communities where our employees live and work,” said Magna executive vice president and chief human resources officer Marc Neeb. “We are pleased to be partnering with Seneca on this critical infrastructure expansion that will provide more post-secondary opportunities for students living in York Region.”

Many politicians were on hand for the announcement including, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Development Deb Matthews, Markham-Oak Ridges MPP Helena Jaczek, King-Vaughan MP Deb Schulte and King Mayor Steve Pellegrini.

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“We are delighted that Magna International has chosen to support the students at our King Campus,” said Seneca president David Agnew. “Time and again Magna has shown its dedication to strengthening communities across York Region.”

The province contributed $59 million to help build the new facility, Matthews said. It is part of its infrastructure program that will invest $160 billion over 12 years across the province. Agnew told the assembled crowd that a project of this magnitude wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the provincial government.

The new building, which is set to open in 2018, will feature cutting-edge environmental sustainability. It will use reclaimed water in the new facilities to reduce the impact on the local environment. The new building will also be certified LEED Gold.

Construction on the project started last month. Seneca’s King Campus was formerly the Eaton estate. It bought the property in 1971.

Agnew thanked the many students who have supported the expansion even though most of them wouldn’t be around to experience the benefits.

Seneca is in the midst of $20 million fundraising campaign for the expansion.

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Seneca College president David Agnew (left) shows Hamidullah Najibullah, president of King Recreation Council; Aida Bakhtyieva, president of Seneca Student Federation; and King Mayor Steve Pellegrini a model of the planned campus expansion.

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ACE Bakery thinking pink in effort to ‘beet’ cancer this fall

By Sophia Rouleau

ACE Bakery and HERO Certified Burgers (HERO) have joined forces again in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation- Ontario Region (CBCF), in an effort to help “beet” cancer.

From Sept. 26 through Oct. 21, diners can visit any HERO Certified Burger location in Ontario and enjoy their favourite burger between a Pink Bun from ACE Bakery.

These attention-worthy buns get their colour from all natural

beet juice added to the dough.

For every pink bun sold over the course of the campaign, $1 will be donated to CBCF – Ontario Region.

“At ACE Bakery we are passionate about many things, and engaging the community to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research is very high on our list,” states Roy Benin, president of ACE Bakery, “We had such a wonderful response to the pink bun campaign last year.

“Partnering with HERO once again is a privilege.”

The campaign’s tagline reads: Be a Hero. Let’s #BeetCancer together.

ACE Bakery and HERO Certified Burgers encourage supporters to get social about this campaign.

Show off your “HEROism” and be rewarded with delicious prizes, when using the official hashtag #BeetCancer, as well as tagging ACE Bakery and HERO Certified Burgers on Instagram and Twitter. (Twitter: @HEROBurgers, @ ACE_Bakery, Instagram: @HEROCertified, @ACEBakery)

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Fire destroys old barn at ClearWater at the Reed Farm in Willow Beach

BY HEIDI RIEDNER

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Fire destroys the old barn at ClearWater at the Reed Farm in Willow Beach Saturday.

ClearWater Farm staff had the sad task of turning away guests to an afternoon fundraiser after the old barn they were raising funds for burned down to its shell Saturday afternoon.

Flames could be seen shooting from the hayloft of the old barn on the former Reed Farm/Sedore property in Willow Beach just before 2 p.m.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation and the cost of the damages has not yet been determined.

Lake Drive, just west of Montsell Avenue, remains closed to traffic, with emergency crews expected to be on scene until 6 p.m.

The old barn is one of the original buildings on the property. No other buildings were affected by the fire and no one was injured.

The Ontario Water Centre leases the land from the Town of Georgina to operate ClearWater.

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Rogers Hometown Hockey made a special appearance at Riverwalk Commons in Newmarket last month to announce that the popular series would be coming to Newmarket this fall.

Hosts Ron MacLean and Tara Slone cemented the deal with a selfie, courtesy of Mayor Tony Van Bynen (centre).

Hometown Hockey puts Newmarket in focus for weekend

By John Cudmore

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It figures to be wall-to-wall hockey in Newmarket this weekend.

Highlighted by a backdrop of the Rogers Hometown Hockey launch broadcast of the 2016-17 season Sunday night, with a game featuring the Edmonton Oilers and Newmarket-raised captain Connor McDavid against the Buffalo Sabres, all things Newmarkethockey will be in the spotlight for two days starting Saturday at noon.

The crowning moment is the game broadcast slated to start at 6:30 p.m. with host Ron MacLean.

With the focus on Newmarket’s hockey heritage, planned broadcast features will cast a spotlight on McDavid’s story from when he was a youngster and his minor hockey

career, including the York Simcoe Express triple-A program which he helped to an Ontario Hockey Federation peewee championship.

Viewers should also be on the lookout for a segment on goaltender Brian Elliott, who joins the Calgary Flames following an off-season trade from the St. Louis Blues.

The Newmarket native also rose through the ranks of the local minor hockey programs before starring in the NCAA for the Wisconsin Badgers and reaching the NHL with the Ottawa Senators in the 2007-08 season.

In another segment, co-host Tara Slone will learn trampoline from two-time Canadian Olympic gold medal winner, Rosie MacLennan of King City.

Riverwalk Commons is ground zero for the weekend’s activities which include autograph signing appearances by NHL alumni, including Curtis Joseph and Darcy Tucker on

both days, and hockey-themed activities to be held throughout Saturday (noon to 6 p.m.) and Sunday (noon to 10 p.m.). Juno Awardwinning band Walk Off The Earth will also be performing on the weekend.

Ron MacLean and Tara Slone will host Sunday night’s game from the downtown venue.

Newmarket hockey will be represented by the Newmarket Minor Hockey Association, which is marking its 60th season, Central York Girls Hockey Association, York Simcoe Express and Jr. A Newmarket Hurricanes.

The weekend will also see the debut of house league teams for the Newmarket Redmen-Aurora Tigers home-and-home weekend challenge with games at various rinks in the neighbouring communities. Rep teams will face off the following weekend in the 11th season of the rivalry.

Legends on ice Former NHLers and a team of local law enforcement players face off in the Scotiabank NHL Alumni Benefit Tour Friday night at the Ray Twinney Complex.

Hockey Legends will line up in support of Special Olympics Ontario and the Law Enforcement Torch Run and provide a night of hockey skills with on-ice pranks and nostalgia.

Organizers did not provide a lineup prior to Tuesday’s print deadline.

Doors open at 6 p.m. with the game slated for a 7 p.m. start.

Further details and ticket information are available by logging on to benefithockey.com.

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Newmarket Hurricanes show some spunk in Milne debut Last Week: Friday – Lost 4-3 (OT) at Markham Royals … Thursday – Lost 4-2 vs.

Oakville Blades.

Coming Up: Thursday vs. Trenton Golden Hawks, Ray Twinney Complex, 7:30 p.m. …

Friday at Wellington Dukes.

Game Notes: Jonathan Tecce scored 62 seconds into overtime to spoil the Hurricanes bid to snap an eight-game losing skid and carry the Markham Royals past Newmarket. For the second straight night, the Hurricanes had a strong first period as goals by Brad Johnson and McKenzie Gray forged out a 2-0 lead. In fact, Newmarket led 3-1 until former Hurricane Sam Hu scored with less than two seconds left in the second period to make it a one-goal game … Oakville Blades scored three unanswered goals in the second period to overcome a 2-1 Newmarket lead. Alex Ierullo and McKenzie Gray had the Hurricanes goals.

The Skinny: General manager Eric Cella acquired free agent goaltender Brad van

Schubert over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend to help shore up that position on a team that leads the league in most goals surrendered. The 1997-born Barrie resident spent the past two seasons with the OHL’s Guelph Storm before starting the season with the Owen Sound Attack. Veteran Aidan Doak was placed on waivers … The Hurricanes acquired their first point in nine games in Friday’s overtime loss to Markham … Interesting sidenote to the hiring of Thomas Milne as head coach: captain and team scoring leader Todd Winder was traded last season by Milne to the Hurricanes in a deal which also brought Mark Rozanov to Newmarket in exchange for Ryan Shaw and cash. Winder and Rozanov finished one-two in scoring for Newmarket and Winder leads the team this season.

Rozanov returned to his native Russia this season and Shaw is playing Junior B in Cambridge this season leaving Winder as the final element of the trade still in the league … Defenceman Christian Dedonato is expected to return for Thursday night’s

game after being sidelined since experiencing concussion-like symptoms during a game Sept. 28 against Buffalo. Likewise, Francesco Luca is eligible to return from a four-game suspension in time for the Trenton game … The Golden Hawks trounced Newmarket 11-2 on opening night … Head coach Thomas Milne hopes to speed the turnaround process by adding several practices to the schedule.

Word Play: “It was a moral victory for us both nights,” said head coach Thomas Milne, on his first two games behind the bench against Oakville and Markham, teams at the top of challenging for division leads. “All we care about right now are moral victories. It will take until the end of October and then we’ll see what we have.”

Record: 2-9-0-1.

Log on to yorkregion.com for more Hurricanes news and updates..

—Compiled by John Cudmore

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Aurora Tigers happy to take two points from Muskies Last Week: Sunday – Won 6-1 vs. Lindsay Muskies …

Friday – Lost 5-2 at Whitby Fury … Thursday – Lost 7-4 at Kingston Voyageurs.

Coming Up: Friday at Pickering Panthers … Saturday vs. Whitby Fury, Aurora Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. …

Monday at Cobourg Cougars.

Game Notes: Evan Spence and Rizvan Mansurov, an affiliate player with the Richmond Hill Coyotes midgets, had two-goal games as the Aurora Tigers ended a seven-game losing streak with their win over the Lindsay Muskies. Eric Holland and Konner MacMillan also scored for Aurora which pulled even with the idle Newmarket Hurricanes for third place in the North Division and eighth in the North-East Conference… In Whitby, the Fury built a 3-0 lead through two periods then withstood a Tigers’ spurt which included goals by Eric Holland and Konner MacMillan in a span of 40 seconds to draw Aurora to within one goal in the third period … At Kingston, Holland’s hat trick in a span of three minutes in the second period helped the Tigers erase a 4-0 deficit. However, three unanswered goals in the third period carried the Vees to victory.

The Skinny: More players moves from general manager Jim Thomson in an effort to restructure his team on the fly. The Tigers’ boss added forward Kyle Berry from the Wellington Dukes and forward Adam Petric from Pelham Panthers (Jr. B). Both deals involved cash …

Departures include defenceman Noah Doyle, James

Yantses and Dakotah Woods, the latter traded to Rayside-Balfour in the Northern Ontario Jr. A Hockey League. To date, transactions involving 18 players have occurred this season … Eric Holland’s goal against the Muskies gave him five goals and six points in the past three games. Overall, the Whitby resident has 10 goals to lead the team. He shares the team lead in points (14) with rookie Mel Melconian … The Tigers two wins to date have come at the expense of the Muskies and Pickering Panthers, the only two teams with worse records in the league ... Sunday’s win moved the Tigers into a share with the Newmarket Hurricanes for third in the North Division and eighth overall in the North-East Conference … Forward Brandon MacKinnon is eligible to return from a two-game suspension Friday night.

Word Play: “I thought some of the guys we had were going to score goals in this league,” said owner-general manager Jim Thomson of the personnel moves. “I misjudged some of those guys to so it is my job to fix it.

It’s a matter of putting a plan and process into place.”

- “I don’t take any team lightly,” Thomson said, noting the win over the Lindsay Muskies, who entered the Sunday night game tied with the Tigers.

Record: 2-10-0-1.

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—compiled by John Cudmore

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For one of the two teams, it’s probably already too late to secure a spot in the post-season

he error both the Aurora Tigers and Newmarket Hurricanes management teams made entering this season was to ignore history.

That both, inexperienced themselves at the managing level, decided to proceed into the season with coaches and staffs untried at the Junior A level has been a colossal whiff evidenced by their respective records.

In a typical season, both teams would be in serious trouble concerning playoff berths.

As luck would have it, terrible performance within the North Division — beyond the Markham Royals and Stouffville Spirit — has kept a playoff berth possibility alive. It’s barely one quarter into the season and already the Tigers and Hurricanes are fighting a four-way skirmish for the eighth and final playoff position in the North-East Conference.

The nine points by which Newmarket and Aurora, tied for eighth place, trail the seventh playoff spot currently held by the Kingston Voyageurs entering this week is ground unlikely to be regained.

While not 100 per cent predictable, let’s just say that although experienced coaching isn’t everything it goes some distance toward success at the Junior A level.

Diamond Days II

That observation more importantly involves knowing one’s way around the league and where and how to acquire players.

“This league is all about recruiting players,” noted Thomas Milne, who replaced Tom Longland in Newmarket last week. Connections, in other words.

The Hurricanes should have learned a lesson last season when Toronto Nationals’ Brett Punchard brought in several – too many - of his GTHL team’s midget players.

It’s barely one quarter into the season and already the Tigers and Hurricanes are fighting a four-way skirmish for the eighth and final playoff position in the North-East Conference.

Under general manager Jim Thomson, the Tigers are discovering the benefits of having a shopping list at the ready, too, as the former NHLer, now alongside rookie Nik Poliakov on the bench, learns junior hockey.

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The diamond days policy held by the York Region District School Board is no simple or straightforward matter.

Nor should it be expected that a no-play edict on significant faith days is received with approval across the region. Both detractors and supporters can present strong arguments to the debate.

In fact, in a district so far-flung and diverse, it shouldn’t be surprising that opinions would vary.

Easy as it may be to understand on one hand the issue of shutting down extra-curricular activities for significant faith days, there is the notion that it is a public school board and bend-over backward political correctness to appease a minority of students is out of whack.

The issue was reviewed here last week, focusing on the fact OFSAA scheduled golf championships for yesterday and today (Oct. 12-13) in conflict with Yom Kippur, a significant day in the Jewish faith.

OFSAA, with 18 associations under its umbrella, is portrayed as insensitive to the notion that any Jewish qualifiers for the golf event are left on the sidelines. Notably, only York Region’s public board observes faith days religiously and

John Cudmore Cuddy Shark week in a turtle race for the eighth and final playoff spot in the NorthEast Conference, with four wins between them. Along with one-win wonders Lindsay Muskies and Pickering Panthers, the once rough and tumble North Division is currently where teams line come to collect points.

Entering play this week the four teams mentioned had compiled an ugly 6-36-4 record, a total slightly tilted since somebody has been winning head-to-head clashes.

It’s no easy task winning in the OJHL. Rookie coaches plucked from minor hockey have to learn somewhere, but at the risk of a season? Putting the right guy in place and allowing him leeway to work is tantamount to success.

For one of the Tigers and Hurricanes, it’s likely already too late.

with no-play dates.

The conflict in philosophies offers compelling debate and one that depends on from which corner of the region viewpoints are expressed. Not surprisingly, some parts of this diverse region are more attuned to the significance of significant faith days.

It is felt by some that no-play policy overreaches. Consider: a football team of 35 students is prohibited from practising because of a significant faith day for a which has no immediate impact a single team member.

In the end, YRDSB provided an exemption allowing qualifiers to attend the golf finals. But is that the right choice? Hypocritical?

How is that decision justified to the Westmount Collegiate player who, because of her faith and observance of Yom Kippur, is sidelined?

The York Region board plans to continue pushing in its pursuit of OFSAA’s recognition of diamond days. Good luck with that. Few school boards consider diamond days an issue.

It won’t be surprising in future if York Region’s public board undergoes a policy shift to the point where at least practices may be scheduled on diamond days. Otherwise, isn’t the effort to appease a minority trampling on the rights of the majority to participate?

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Testing of candidates may form part of the interviewing process.

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Sewer Line Video Inspection (CCTV) Operators, Sewer Flusher Truck Operators and Apprentice Operators for Benko Sewer Service. Clean and valid G license for CCTV Operators; D license for Flusher Operators Send resume: edtremblay@benkoservice.com Attention: Ed Tremblay

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Moving / Yard Contents Sale Sat., Oct. 15th, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

18099 Leslie St. (at Ringwell)

Cedar rails, concrete cement mixer, antiques, furniture, tools, stained glass pieces, 38' Prowler RV, flagstone walkway laid-out, 3810 Honda Riding Mower.

Moving/ Contents Sale Sat. Oct 15th; 8am - Noon 334 Crossland Gate (Glenway)

Kitchen Table/Chairs, Antique Dining set, DR Cabinet, Furniture. Halloween, Xmas, Patio Set, TVs, BBQ, Lawnmower, Snowblower, Trimmer, Blower, Garden Tools.

Plus many more items!

RICHMOND HILL Contents of Home & Art Sale Sunday October 16 (Cash Only Sunday) 9 am - 2 pm

404 KERRYBROOK DRIVE framed posters, original art & furniture

Personal Support Worker Want to make a difference in the lives of others? RNS Health Care Services is hiring certified Personal Support Workers to work in York Region. RNS offers competitive pay, benefits, signing bonus & travel pay.

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Barton Retirement Residence

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Diamond Groundskeeping in Aurora requires winter staff

Snow Plow Operators (Pick up trucks & 1 Tonnes) Loader Operators Sidewalk Shovellers

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Email: dgs@diamondgrounds.com Fax: (905) 727-1776

Aurora Hyundai is growing and we need to add to our team:

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Email or fax resume to: jschiavo@hyundaiofaurora.ca 905-841-8066

requires PERMANENT FULL-TIME

CAR WASH / LOT PERSON

Valid driver's license, clean record.

An eye for detail. Year round employment (not summer).

625 St John's Sideroad East, Aurora (905)841-1400 millband@sterneacura.com

T & G Landscaping Experienced Landscape Labourers needed

RECE and Assistant Teachers for Before and After School positions required for Newmarket area centres.

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Full Time year-round work available

Strong programming, leadership, and communication skills required.

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Send resume to: gordonr.ca@hotmail.com Call 905-841-5098

Please submit your resume to Sari Connell Manager, Staffing and Employee Relations By email: hr@uppercanadachildcare.com By fax: 289.982.1116 Thank you for your interest, only applicants who may be interviewed will be contacted.

Upper Canada Child Care is a non-profit, government licensed organization operating centres in communities throughout Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County.

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Houses for Sale

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Well maintained 3 bedroom semidetached home in coveted community of BayviewWellington, Aurora.

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CONDO FOR SALE Large spacious condo in Keswick No Pet Building Smoke Free Condo 2 Bdrm plus den Bathroom Private Balcony Frig/Stove/A/C In Unit Laundry Close to amenities Please call Cynthia 905-476-0079 905-252-8145 cynthiafossen_55@ hotmail.com

$84,900.

WATERFRONT Island cottage. Lake Simcoe, Snake Island.

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NEWMARKET, 2 bedroom walkout basement apartment, large living/dining room, appliances, laundry, 2 parking, backyard $1100+ 416-721-6001

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416-706-3136

1 BEDROOM plus 1 den, basement apartment with family room, kitchen, breakfast room, outdoor parking. Near Davis & Yonge. No smoking/ pets. $1000/m inclusive. 647-971-5605.

NEWMARKET, 1 bedroom, renovated basement, separate entrance and laundry, parking, no smoking, no pets, $1000 plus utilities, call 647-829-7353.

BASEMENT APT 2 bedroom for rent, no pets no smoking, close to schools and shopping, avail November 1st, $900 inclusive first and l a s t , c a l l To n y 905-955-2635.

TWO BEDROOM, high speed internet included, separate entrance and washer/ dryer, one car parking available. $1000/ month plus 1/3 utilities.

647-216-6676

1 BEDROOM, New Market, main floor, laundry, parking, close to amenities, $1100 inclusive, no smoking/ pets, 1st & last. Available immediately.

905-868-0374

NEWMARKET: DAVIS and Main, 1 bedroom basement apartment, parking, shared laundry, separate entrance, close to schools, no smoking/ pets. asking $925/mos. inclusive. 416-566-9399

AURORA CENTRAL, Two 3 Bedroom available, $1500 inclusive, Oct 1st., parking, ac, laundry, no smoking/ pets, 905-841-1060.

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Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

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SPACIOUS 1 bedroom basement, upscale S h a r o n n e i g h b o u rhood, perfect for single professional. Two minutes to #404. l a u n d r y, u t i l i t i e s , cable. November 1st. $1000. No smoking/ pets. 289-264-9176

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Home Renovations

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905-953-8656

HOME RENOVATIONS Finish Basement, Kitchen, Bath, all Flooring, Tile, Framing, Drywall, Painting.

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Flooring & Carpeting

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Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

WE PAY $250 - $6000 for your scrap cars, SUVs, vans & trucks.

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Music and Dancing Instruction PIANO, VOICE, flute, theory in-studio or inhome lessons avail from e x p . t e a c h e r ( A R C T, B.Ed.). Special needs children welcome. Call 416- 895-1479 or visit www.musicreacheskids.com

Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

EXPERIENCED GARDENER Put Your Garden to Rest, Fall/ Garden Clean-ups, Hedge Trimming, Pruning, Edging, Planting. Seasonal contracts.

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Townhouses for Rent NEWLY RENOVATED, Newmarket, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, end unit, central location, full laundry, finished basement, main floor family room, Avail. Nov. 1, $1,500 +utilities, 905-836-3086

Houses for Rent

Houses for Rent

Houses for Rent

NEWMARKET 4 bedroom, 2 storey/ basement, 5 appliances (laundry), 3 bathrooms, large, clean, bright, renovated, large yard, deck/ garden. 2 parking. Close to GO. No pets/ smoking.

Available Immediately. $2100 inclusive.

905-841-8788

REASONABLE RENT Executive Income Property Home for $2400./month.

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Call 905-478-4590 or 905-252-2624.

KING TOWNSHIP, completely renovated luxurious Victorian farmhouse on estate property in Schomberg. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3200 square feet, 2 car garage. The ultimate in privacy and comfort at an affordable price. $2,500/ month plus utilities. Immediate.

416-892-0924.

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PICTURE PERFECT 2 b e d r o o m b u n g a l o w, available Oct 15th, includes appliances, window coverings, laminate floor, a/c, laundr y in basement, walking distance to schools, hospital, transit and downtown Newmarket, 2 car parking on driveway, no smoking/pets. $1750+, Property Box #28481. Email wilvawynn@rogers.com

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by Queensway/ Metro.

Available immediately.

Call 416-859-5103 ROOM FOR Rent for clean person. No smoking, no drinking.

No cats, no dogs. $550. first and last. 13 Walter Ave. Call Steve Koros, 905-895-2962.

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KESWICK-WOODBINE /Arlington. Clean furnished room in new home with t.v. and basic cable. Walk to bus.

First/ last. $500 inclusive Immediately.

(905) 717-7681

COMMERCIAL SPACE, well established plaza, Davis Drive, 1-1/2 blocks east of Younge. Newmarket. 1100 Sq ft.

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SHERIFF'S SALE OF LANDS Under and by virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice dated June 17, 2013, June 19, 2013, December 2, 2013, and June 9, 2014, Court File# 98-CV-140288 CM, Sheriff's file# 13-2068, #13-2122, #13-3994, #14-1606, to me directed against the real and personal property of Ray Khan , Defendant at the suit of The Estate of William F. Bell, deceased, Plaintiff, I have seized and taken in execution all rights, title, interest and equity of redemption of Ray Khan, in and to: PCL 20-1, SEC 65M2646 ; LT 20, PL 65M2646 ; RICHMOND HILL. NEWMARKET LAND TITLES OFFICE FOR THE LAND TITLES DIVISION OF YORK (NO.65) and municipally known as, 20 Hearthstone Crescent, Richmond Hill, On. L4V 3E3.

All of which said right, title, interest and equity of redemption of Ray Khan, Defendant, in the said Lands and Tenements described above, I shall offer for sale by Public Auction subject to the conditions set out below at the Sheriff's Office, 50 Eagle Street West Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 6B1 on Thursday October 27th ,2016 @ 10:00 AM in the morning.

CONDITIONS: The purchaser to assume responsibility for all mortgages, charges, liens, outstanding taxes, and other encumbrances. No representation is made regarding the title of the land or any other matter relating to the interest to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchaser(s).

TERMS: Deposit 10% of bid price or $1,000.00, whichever is greater, payable at time of sale by successful bidder, to be applied to purchase price - NON-REFUNDABLE TEN business days from date of sale to arrange financing and pay balance IN FULL at Civil/Enforcement Office, 50 Eagle Street West, Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 6B1.

All payments in CASH or CERTIFIED cheque made payable to the Minister of Finance.

Other conditions as announced.

THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION BY THE SHERIFF WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE UP TO THE TIME OF SALE. NOTE: No employee of the Ministry of the Attorney General may purchase any goods or chattels, lands or tenements exposed by a Sheriff for sale under legal process, either directly or indirectly.

Dated: September 20, 2016

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Margaret E. Wallace, late of the Town of Aurora, in the Regional Municipality of York, who died on or about the 2nd day of May, 2016, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 18th day of November, 2016: thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Aurora this 27th day of September, 2016.

CIBC Trust Corporation, Estate Trustee, by its Solicitors, PEDDLE & POLLARD LLP, 15449 Yonge Street #102, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 1P3, Attn: John R. Peddle Jr., Phone: (905)727-1361

Sheriff, Civil/Enforcement Office Regional Municipality of York Telephone (905) 853-4809 File #13-2068,#13-2122,#13-3994,#14-1606 For more information, contact the Enforcement Office

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PADLEY, Chadd Niklaas It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Chadd Niklaas Padley, age 28, on October 5, 2016. Beloved son to Randy Padley, step-son to Laura Clarke. Beloved son to Linda Padley.

Brother to Ryan and Katie Padley.

Grandson to the late Ray and Gladys Padley, grandson to Nelly and the late Frank Portengen. Lifelong friend to so many. He will be sadly missed by all whose lives were touched by Chadd. Visitation for close family and friends will be held at Taylor Funeral Home, 524 Davis Drive, Newmarket (905-898-2100) on Friday, October 14 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. A Celebration of Chadd's Life will be held at Pheasant Run Golf Club, 18033 Warden Ave., Sharon, ON on Saturday, October 15 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Online condolences may be made at www.taylorfh.ca

de WINTER, Ralph Ralph left us October 5th of heart failure while bicycling in Killbear Provincial Park. Who knew that such a big heart could fail. He leaves his wife Jennifer who loved him with all her heart, his daughter Emily and her husband Jason who gave him the single greatest joy of his life, his grandson Levi, making him a proud Grandalph; his son Caleb and Caleb's life partner Danielle who both loved him deeply. It's Caleb who was the first recipient of his Dad's trademark hugs. He loved his mother Corrie de Winter who had a very special bond with her son. His brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews, who he loved d e a r l y, w i l l m i s s h i s e x t r a l o n g stories and his love of family. Ralph lived life large and had no regrets he will be missed by oh so many because to know him was to have him love you. Life will never be the same without him but we are all better for having known him and we will all honour him by moving on with love. Friends may be received at Skwarchuk Funeral Home, 30 Simcoe Rd., Bradford for visitation on Friday, October 14, 2016 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to be held at the Holy Martyrs of Japan Church, 167 Essa St., Bradford on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 11 a.m. followed by interment at Bond Head United Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Bond Head United Church Accessibility Fund would be appreciated.

WRIGHT, Dennis Michael March 12, 1950 - October 9, 2016 Passed away peacefully at home in his 67th year. Loving husband of Marlene (nee Graham). Beloved father of Sarah (Adam) Jurgens and Kristen Wright. Proud poppa of Brooklynn. Brother of Faye Kearns and son of the late Garfield and Hazel Wright. As per his wishes there will be no funeral service or visitation. He will be cremated and laid to rest at Queensville Cemetery.

If desired, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. Arrangements are entrusted to Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, in Newmarket.

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PACK, Ruth (nee Boyd) Born May 14, 1931, Bible Hill, NS. Died October 6, 2016, Newmarket Health Centre, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Ruth was predeceased by her loving husband Clarence Andrews Pack (1996) and her son David William (1961). She was the cherished mother of Nancy Devine (Doug) and Heather Hoffer (Newton) and much-loved Nanie of Bonnie, Daniel, Elkah, Ezra, Eitan and Aaron. Fondly remembered by many family members and friends in Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Ontario. Ruth graduated from the nursing program at the Salvation Army's Grace Hospital in Halifax, class of 1952 and worked in her home town of Truro, NS at Colchester County Hospital. She and Clarence relocated to Ontario in 1954, where she worked for many years as an OB/GYN nurse at The Grace Hospital on Church Street.

Ruth was a kind and compassionate caregiver in all senses of the word. She cared deeply for the physical and emotional health and well-being of children and their families. Vulnerable children and those who care for them held a special place in her heart. A Celebration of Ruth's Life will be held at Thompson's Funeral Home, 530 Industrial Pkwy. S. (at Yonge St.), Aurora, on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 11 a.m. The family will receive guests starting at 10 a.m. Private interment of her ashes will take place at Sanctuary Park Cemetery in Etobicoke. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Blue Hills Child and Family Centre, 402 Bloomington Road, Aurora, ON, L4G 0L9, bluehillscentre.ca or Chai Lifeline, 300A Wilson Ave., Toronto, ON M3H 1S8, chailifelinecanada.org. Special thanks to the Alzheimer Society of York Region's adult day program for your support and friendship to mom and her family. To everyone at Newmarket Health Centre: Thank you for the loving and compassionate care you gave Ruth in the final years of her life. You are a blessing to all of us.

"I shall pass this way but once; any good that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being; let me do it now. Let me not defer nor neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again." - Étienne de Grellet Online condolences www.thompsonfh-aurora.com

LOUNSBURY, Douglas P. It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Douglas P. Lounsbury on October 2, 2016 at his residence in Newmarket. Beloved son of John and Melba Lounsbury (deceased) formerly of Richmond Hill. Brother of Debi Sheridan, uncle to Brighid Sheridan (Kevin), Josh Sheridan (Monica) and Jonathan Galbraith. Great-uncle to Jake and Joe Fletcher, Meghan and Kelly Hudema and Gabriella Sheridan.

Doug is also remembered by many close friends. A celebration of Bear's/ Doug's life will take place on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at the Lion Pub and Grill, 1091 Gorham St. in Newmarket from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

We w o u l d l o v e t o h a v e a l l h i s friends join us and share their Bear stories. He left us far too soon. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those who can donate please donate to the Canadian Tire Jumpstart program. We have set up a fundraising page at www.ctjumpstart.ca/douglounsbury.

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MARRIOTT, Kathryn Yvonne At Newmarket on October 6, 2016, Kathryn Yvonne Brittain, daughter o f t h e l a t e W i l l i a m a n d Ve r n a (O'Brien) Brittain of Wyoming. Wife of Ronald, mother of Karon and her husband David Kersey, Sheila and her husband Bryan Heppell (grandchildren Allison and Colin), William and his wife Michelle (grandchildren Angela and Will).

Sister of David Brittain and his wife Jane of Ottawa and John Brittain and his wife Barbara of Woodstock.

Predeceased by her daughter Patti Elizabeth (1961). Cremation has occurred. A celebration of the Holy Eucharist in memory of Kathryn's life will take place at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Newmarket, on Thursday, October 13, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. Reception will follow. Please accept this invitation to the service and reception. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul's Restoration fund or a charity of your choice.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Canada.

On-line condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com

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WHITE, Robert John 1954-2016 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bobby after a tough battle with cancer. Loving husband of Linda (nee Walkinshaw).

Son of Raymond C. White (deceased) and May H. MacDonald. Father of Robert (Savannah) White, Shannon and Christina, Rob Roberts, Carrie (Rowland) Foote, and Lisa (Wayne) Shropshire. Brother of Nancy (Peter) Levers, Brenda (Don, deceased) Innes, Jacquie (Greg) Chepurnyj, Janice (Ron) Cantin, and Kenneth (Cheryl) White.

Much loved grandpa to Chloe, Jack, Christian, Connor, Jackson, Cole, Tyler, Travis, and Nicholas. Brother-in-law to Kathy (Chris) Clubine and Glen (Robin) Wa l k i n s h a w. B o b b y w i l l b e remembered forever with love by his many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. A very special thank you to Carol and Wayne Cox for their unwavering love, support, and care.

Thank you also to the wonderful staff at Sunnybrook Hospital. A celebration of Bobby's "Life Well Lived" will take place at Col. F. Tilson Royal Canadian Legion #385, 105 Industrial Parkway North, Aurora on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.

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Loving sister of Nicole, Michael, Jackson, Sophie and Samantha.

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Doucette, Mary Margaret At the grand age of 101, Mary (Mollie) Doucette, the matriarch of the Heenan-Doucette family has achieved her final goal - to be reunited with her parents, Nicholas and Sarah Heenan, her brothers, Joe and Peter Heenan, her husband, Al Doucette, and her grandchildren, Tim and Sarah Doucette. Strong in body and in spirit, Mollie was an inspiration throughout her life to her family and many friends. An indomitable nature reflected her belief that every cloud has a silver lining, a lesson she taught us all. She enjoyed the simple pleasures of life with a passion for the likes of dancing, entertaining, gardening, sewing, and bridge. She fulfilled a lifelong desire to visit her ancestral Ireland at age 86 where, among her travels and feats, she kissed the Blarney Stone. Born in New Westminster in 1915, Mollie relocated to Toronto as a child where she blossomed into an intelligent and beautiful woman. Her proudest achievement was her family - her children: Mike (May), Pat (Alan) and Dave (Maureen); her six grandchildren: Melissa, Jennifer, Brett, Nicole, Alison and Michael; and three great-grandchildren: Jasmine, Emma, Bridget. Our thanks to Park Place Manor in Aurora where Mollie happily spent the last five years, and special thanks to the management and staff there who cared for her and her immediate family during the last days of her journey. Visitation will be held on Saturday October 15, 2016 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service to follow at Thompson Funeral Home, 530 Industrial Pkwy S. (at Yonge St), Aurora at 1:00 p.m. Mollie will be honored in the manner she wished; a going away party with lots of bright colors, especially yellow.

MARTIN, Frank John Peacefully surrounded by his family on October 9, 2016. Loving husband of the late Rita McGriskin. Devoted father to Paul (Karen), Frances (Maurice DiGiuseppe), Tim (Cyndy), Anne (Joe DiLosa), Catherine (Todd Cotter). Predeceased by his beloved daughter Lisa. World's greatest Poppa of Liam, Jocelyn, Brendan and Sabrina; Stephanie (Jamie Zeldin) and David; Sarah, Lindsay and Cassandra; Michael, Megan, the late Emily and Claire; Jaimee-Lisa, Alexandra and Mackenzie. Proud great-grandfather of Maddox and Maximus. Son of the late Harry and Catherine. Loving brother of Paul.

Predeceased by his siblings Therese, Marie and Peter. Fun-loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. His great love of family and warm sense of humour will be forever missed.

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