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September 8, 2015

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Heavenly music fills the air at Stephenson Park Harpist Sophie Rusnock plays the final night of Stephenson Park’s summer music series on Aug. 27. As well as treating local park-goers to classical and new music pieces this summer, Rusnock has performed with Canada’s National Youth Orchestra, the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra, and the New York-based new music group Ensemble Signal.

Federal candidates face off over issues By Andrew Hudson

IT COMES with one say in parliament and 107,000 people to speak for. Whoever is elected Member of Parliament for Beaches-East York on Oct. 19 has plenty of voters to convince. Beach Metro News spoke with four candidates to hear what they believe are key issues for the riding, and what makes them best choice for MP. In 2011, New Democrat Matthew Kellway won Beaches-East York with 42 per cent of the vote, unseating a six-term Liberal first elected in 1993. As he campaigns for a second term, Kellway says residents are talking most about childcare, the environment, or jobs. On that last issue, jobs, Kellway said that if re-elected, he will continue to push for a new hiring agency at Danforth and Victoria Park Avenues, near Crescent Town. “We can’t live in a community where we’ve got 45 per cent of kids living below the poverty line,” he said. “If governments aren’t going to put in place the kinds of programs that allow communities to pursue local economic development, then I as a member of parliament will try and organize the community so that we can help ourselves.” At 50, Kellway has lived half his life in the Upper Beach. Before his first run for MP, he had a 20-year career as a union rep, handling

grievances and doing policy research for energy-sector professionals. As MP, Kellway started as an NDP critic for military procurement, speaking early and often in the House about problems with the Harper government’s plans to buy F-35 fighter jets. “It was, frankly, a fairly easy file,” he said. “The costs for the F-35 were upwards of $40 billion, not the $15 billion the government said it was during the election campaign.” From military procurement, Kellway moved to urban affairs – a new NDP portfolio he helped create. A white paper he published last year laid the ground for much of what the NDP is now promising for cities if it forms government, including a dedicated public transit fund with national planning standards. Judging by riding history and the race for lawn signs, Liberal candidate Nathaniel Erskine-Smith may be Kellway’s lead challenger. Beach born and raised, the 31 year-old commercial litigator got an early start to his first run for public office –he started knocking on doors in December. Besides his work for a downtown law firm, Erskine-Smith has taken on pro bono cases for the Canadian Civil Liberties Association. One of those cases made headlines last year, when he helped a Brantford father secure the right to exempt his son from religious events at a publicly funded Catholic high school.

“I’ve been lucky to have the opportunity to help a couple of people in circumstances like that, where there isn’t a great deal of money at stake, but there are rights at stake,” said Erskine-Smith. “It’s public interest advocacy, and I see politics as the same thing.” At the door, Erskine-Smith said many residents share an “anybody but Harper” attitude, concerned by a perceived lack of evidence in the Harper government’s environmental and justice policies, and by a governing style Erskine-Smith called “autocratic.” “Bottom-up democracy and a focus on community advocacy is something that people are hungry for, I think,” he said. Erskine-Smith said local residents also want to see more federal investment for public infrastructure, including transit. “When traffic congestion costs us billons of dollars a year in the GTA economy, it’s the right thing to do from an investment perspective,” he said. Similarly, Erskine-Smith said, Liberal policies such as removing subsidies for the fossilfuel industry or targeting child tax benefits only to families that need them are not only fair, but fiscally prudent. Heading into his second federal campaign, Conservative candidate Bill Burrows said his interest in national politics started at the grass roots. A Beach resident for 16 years, the 47-year-

old tech sales consultant is a co-founder of the Kew Beach Neighbourhood Association, and has also served as a board member for Kew Beach Daycare and the Flemingdon Health Centre in North York. Federal election continues on Page 4

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Lucky Lucy inspires local fundraiser for cystic fibrosis By Jon Muldoon

TWO BEACH families are choosing to make something positive out of what many might consider a bad situation. Mary and Aaron Mittler’s second daughter Lucy was born in March 2013. “Two weeks later we got a phone call that no parent would ever want to get,” said Aaron. Lucy had been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis after a routine screening. CF is a fatal genetic disease with no cure. An estimated one of every 3,600 Canadian children has cystic fibrosis, which affects mainly the digestive system and lungs. At two and a half years old, Lucy is already receiving an hour of physiotherapy a day, and takes enzymes with every meal. “For the first few years of her life I think Molly thought all babies got physio,” said Mary of their five year-old daughter. Despite that, recent research has greatly improved the outlook for those with cystic fibrosis in Canada, something doctors at SickKids Hospital explained to a very worried Aaron and Mary at their first appointment with specialists. “When we got the call we were naturally devastated, because all of our science was 20 years old,” said Mary. Speaking with the experts reassured them that Lucy’s prognosis was much better than it was for those with the disease even a decade ago. Doctors told Mary and Aaron that Canada has the best life expectancy in the world for people with CF. “She has a really positive outlook and the expectation is for a long, healthy life,” said Aaron. Despite the relatively good prognosis for Lucy, neighbour Claire O’Shea didn’t take the news lightly. “People take news like that in different ways,” said Aaron. The O’Shea and Mittler families both describe each other as more family than friends. They met five years ago when their neighbouring homes were under construction, and they asked the contractor to not

The Mittler family, from left, Lucy, Mary, Molly, and Aaron. Lucy’s cystic fibrosis inspired the Mittlers’ neighbour Claire O’Shea to start the Lucky Lucy Charity Casino fundraiser, which has raised almost $70,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Canada so far. PHOTO: JON MULDOON

build a fence between the yards. Claire’s two boys, each a few months older than Lucy and her older sister Molly, have grown up sharing a back yard. When Claire heard about Lucy’s diagnosis, she sprang into action, organizing a fundraiser for the primary funder of CF research. “I just felt like I’d been punched in the stomach,” she said. “I wanted to do something more, rather than just say ‘we’ll be there for you.’” Thus was born Lucky Lucy’s Casino Night, a charity casino event at the Toronto Hunt on Kingston Road. The first event in 2013 raised $28,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Canada. Last year’s total hit $41,000, and Claire and her committee of about 20 organizers hope to

top a three-year total of $100,000 at the third annual casino night on Thursday, Sept. 10. Mary and Aaron were floored by the response from both of their employers, and in Aaron’s case, from his Balmy Beach Rugby Club teammates, as well as their friends and neighbours. “For us, it’s been just astonishing how we’ve been supported,” said Aaron. “It really speaks to the community. We’re really lucky to have that sort of support,” said Mary. Anthony Keating, chief development officer at Cystic Fibrosis Canada, said this sort of independently organized fundraiser is becoming more and more common for organizations like his

“They are incredibly successful,” he said. “It really helps the charity keep the cost of fundraising down … It’s incredibly important to organizations like us.” While Canada isn’t as big as other countries, strong support has helped researchers here make some of the most significant contributions to CF science in the past couple decades. “We’re really well-respected and seen as a top player in CF research worldwide,” said Keating. To attend Lucky Lucy’s Casino Night, search ‘Lucky Lucy’ at ticketbud.com. The ticket page also has a donation link for those unable to attend the event who want to donate to CF Canada in Lucy’s name.

News Briefs LOCAL 55 Division police are collecting donated school supplies for underprivileged students. Until Sept. 27, donations are welcome at the front desk of 55 Division station, which is on the northeast corner of Coxwell Avenue and Dundas Street. BAGPIPES, BOOKS and bake sales will take over Birch Cliff on Saturday, Sept. 19 for the Birch Cliff Village Day Out. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and also includes a farmers’ market, kids’ crafts and sidewalk sales along Kingston Road from Warden Avenue to Birchmount Road. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, or call 647-657-7994. COMMUNITY CENTRE 55 is gathering stories and recollections to be included in a book commemorating the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. The writers are especially interested in hearing from or about

local women who served in the forces or the women’s land army, or who came to Canada as war brides. To share your stories please contact castimmell@gmail.com by Oct. 15.

THE WALK to End Canine Cancer will be held Saturday, Sept. 26. This annual fundraising event for the Smiling Blue Skies Cancer Fund starts with registration at 10:30 a.m. followed by the walk along the boardwalk from the foot of Lee Avenue to Ashbridges Bay, beginning at noon. Dogs of all kinds, dog owners and dog lovers are all invited to participate. This year’s event includes a Mooseketeer Program for children aged three to 12, and a Canine Capers Challenge. For more information visit the group’s Facebook page, endcaninecancer, or visit smilingblueskies.com. CANDIDATES CAMPAIGNING in the Oct. 19 federal election have been invited to a public de-

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THE ANNUAL 9/11 Remembrance Service will be held Friday, Sept. 11, at 1 p.m. at Millennium Garden, located at the southeast corner of Coxwell and Eastern Avenues. This marks the 14th year Community Centre 55 has hosted the event. For more information call Nancy at 416-691-1113 ext. 224.

HISTORY BUFFS and Beach boosters are invited to the unveiling of a historical plaque at Kew Williams Cottage, at the southeast corner of Kew Gardens, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12. The presentation will be followed by a historical walk through the Beach neighbourhood, led by history author Barbara Myrvold from the Toronto Public Library. The walk will last up to two hours and will finish at the Beaches library branch. A donation of $5 is suggested.

THE 35TH annual Terry Fox Run to benefit cancer research will take place on Sunday, Sept. 20. The Beach run starts from the Woodbine changing station at 9 a.m., with registration opening up at 8 a.m. Participants gather pledges in advance and complete either a 5 km run or walk, or a 10 km cycling route. To sign up or for more information see terryfoxrun.org.

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Federal candidates prepare for Oct. 19 Federal election, cont’d. from Page 1 Started by residents concerned about a condo project on Kippendavie Avenue, Burrows said the KBNA drew 400 members in its first year and has since inspired several other local residents’ associations. “We all worked really well together,” said Burrows, noting that the KBNA group was started by people from across the political spectrum. “All of them have worked with me, and told me they felt my ability to work together with them was the main reason they encouraged me to run,” he said. Burrows said job security and the economy are leading issues when he goes door-to-door, adding that the riding has more conservative voters than people might expect from its Liberal and NDP history. Interest also seems to have grown since his 2011 campaign, said Burrows, when he won 23 per cent of the vote. Burrows said a big focus of his campaign will be a get-out-the-vote drive, showing supporters that their votes matter. “We’ve had Liberal representation for a long time, we’ve also had NDP representation provincially and federally,” he said. “A lot of the folks I’ve been talking to have said they haven’t seen much benefit from that over the years.”

“They’re looking for a change in the community, and they’re looking for somebody who can work inclusively.” Green Party candidate Randall Sach was a world away, working in Hanoi, Vietnam, when he first grew seriously concerned for Canada’s future in a way that led him to enter party politics. At 58, Sach has worked for 30 years in international development, a career that has taken him from Mexico to Mozambique, the Philippines to Afghanistan. In 2006, Sach was in Hanoi as director of program support for the Canadian International Development Agency, which has since been merged with Canada’s foreign affairs and trade department. “Shortly after the Conservatives were elected, we had some people from CIDA headquarters come and have a very strange meeting with my staff,” he said. “They said, ‘We’ve been told to tell you that this government, the new government, is not interested in environment or gender issues,” he said, adding that it was strange because both were listed then and now as “cross-cutting themes” for all Canada’s aid work abroad. It was a red flag, said Sach, and his concerns grew in the years after the CIDA merger. On its face, he said, the reorganization had merit. But in the process CIDA seemed to lose the goal of alleviating

From left, Beaches-East York candidates in the Oct. 19 federal election are New Democrat Matthew Kellway, Liberal Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Conservative Bill Burrows, and Green Party candidate Randall Sach.

poverty. “That was the whole reason CIDA was set up in the first place,” he said. “This Canada was becoming a country I didn’t recognize anymore.” Sach said international work is what he hopes will set him apart from other candidates, but he also hopes to raise the profile of environmental issues. Sach criticized the Harper government for recently pushing back a G7 pledge to phase out fossil-fuel power from 2050 to 2100, and for continuing to subsidize Canada’s oil and gas industry by some $34 billion a year, according to figures from the International Monetary Fund. “The whole argument that the Conservatives have made for years, that it’s either the environment or the economy, well that’s a false choice,” he said. “There are a lot of jobs in renewable energy. We just need the political will to do it, and to stop subsidizing polluters – they can stand or fall on their own, paying the full cost of what they do to the environment.” Besides election day on Monday, Oct. 19, voters can cast a ballot at advanced polls on Oct. 9 to 12, or by special ballot from now until Oct. 13 at an Elections Canada office. Visit elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868 for more information on how and where to vote.

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Lots of laughs at annual Pegasus picnic Chris, a member of the Pegasus Community Project for Adults with Special Needs, laughs with program supervisor Tracy Ha at the annual Pegasus picnic and bocce tournament, hosted by the Kew Beach Lawn Bowling Club on Aug. 25.

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Making a splash at Aloha Toronto Autistic children take to the water in front of the Balmy Beach Club at the fourth annual Aloha Toronto event on Aug. 23. Volunteers from across the province gathered to help teach the kids the basics of surfing and stand-up paddling. The event also raises money for local autism charities.

Residents mum on ward review The other three options seek minimal change, wards with geographic boundaries, CRICKETS. ROLLING tumbleweeds. The sound or a set-up that keeps the total number of a single email makes when it lands in your wards and councillors at 44. inbox. Ward 32 has slightly fewer people than the These are strange sounds in the office of city average of 61,000, but McMahon said it’s local city councillor Mary-Margaret McMa- still a very busy ward. hon. “There’s never a dull moment – there’s But they sum up the so far mute reaction never a spare moment,” she said. to news that Ward 32 residents may be voting On a typical day, McMahon’s office gets in a dramatically reshaped ward in 2018. 150 to 200 emails from residents, and several “It’s really important to hear from every- times more when there is a breaking issue, one, and I’ve heard from one resident in such as the spring discussion about the Gardiner Expressway. Ward 32 so far,” said McMahon. People in Ward 32 are particularly engaged, “I’d like to see Ward 32 continue, personally,” she said. “But I need to hear from my she said, noting that people in the Beach residents.” make more 311 calls per capita than any other On Aug. 11, consultants tasked with draw- neighbourhood. The ward is home to a growing a more evenly populated ward map for ing list of 60 community groups, six BIAs, and Toronto released a report, several community and made after a year of pubrecreation centres. lic consultation, that lists Besides staying in five options. touch with those groups, Only two of the five publishing an email newsletter and hosting events keep Ward 32 in something close to its current with the help of staff, McMahon votes at council shape. and community council Councillors commissioned the $750,000 remeetings, is a member of view because populations three committees, and is – Ward 32 councillor in Toronto’s 44 wards are a board member at Ted Mary-Margaret McMahon growing more and more Reeve Arena, the Young unequal. People’s Theatre, and the In an extreme example, Design Exchange. Willowdale councillor John Filion has 93,687 Asked what sort of workload the next local people to represent this year, while Toronto- councillor might face if the ward expands to Danforth councillor Mary Fragedakis has cover 79,000 people, McMahon said it’s hard just 44,404. to imagine how it might work. In real terms, such disparities mean that “We do our best to respond to residents as depending where they live, residents may quickly as we can, and it’s a challenge.” have a tougher time getting their local counMcMahon agrees the wards need to cillor on the phone. change, and not only because of population. That could open the city to a legal chalThe current layout is awkward in that lenge. If councillors don’t agree on a more many wards are divided along major streets equal ward map by 2016, a resident could with a different councillor responsible for eipetition the Ontario Municipal Board to do it ther side – at Coxwell and Danforth, there is a different councillor for every corner. for them. Looking over the options, McMahon can With the motto “draw the lines,” consultants doing the study are asking for public see pros and cons. People may like small feedback on the five options. They range wards if they want more attention, she said, from a system of 58 small wards with an aver- but she can’t see much appetite for sending age of 50,000 people each, to one with 38 large 14 more councillors to City Hall. wards with 75,000. But before a final report goes to council in In the small wards model, Ward 32 would May, McMahon is hoping to hear a lot more shrink slightly, mainly by losing the Dan- from residents about what they want. forth Avenue neighbourhoods north of the To see the report, or fill out a survey about CN railway. the options, visit drawthelines.ca. On the map of large wards, the local ward The boundary review commission has stretches from Victoria Park all the way to also scheduled a dozen public meetings on the Don River, and includes all the neigh- the issue, the closest of which will be held on bourhoods south of Gerrard Street, the Port Thursday, Oct. 8 at the Riverdale Hub, 1326 Lands and the Leslie Street Spit. Gerrard St. E., from 7 to 9 p.m. By Andrew Hudson

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Support group encourages positive change FRANK WORKED at a large telecommunications company many years ago, but has since been on ODSP, and has even fallen behind on filing his taxes. He was distraught and overwhelmed when he came to the Beaches Mental Wellness group (BeachesMentalWellness.com) on its first day in January 2015. While he had (and still has) the support of his wife, Frank often spoke about the fact that she didn’t understand his plight and she felt it tiring trying to deal with his anxiety daily. Like many, Frank didn’t have a psychiatrist (psychiatry services covered by OHIP are extremely difficult to get into), and certainly could not afford to pay for a private one even if he could find one who would take him on as a patient.

The only thing that kept Frank going was athletics. Frank is an avid swimmer, and found that the exercise kept his depression and anxiety under control, sort of. All of us in the group have really enjoyed getting to know Frank, but more importantly, Frank has gained a lot by talking with us. Some members of the group have described how they have sought help, and how effective various treatments have been for them. Other members empathized with Frank and offered words of support. And some group members have come to listen, to hear what has worked for others, and to learn that they are not struggling alone out there.

Jason Balgopal Beaches Mental Wellness group Over the time Frank has been attending, we have all noticed a change in him. He is no longer distraught when he comes to the group. His anxiety is more under control. He also told us that the pastor at the church where he had been volunteering asked him if he would be interested in a job in the front office. He applied for the job, made it to the second round of interviews and was waiting to hear if he had been successful. Oh, yes, he even contacted an accountant to look into filing his forgotten tax returns.

“Frank” is not a real person. I would never divulge anything about a real person from the group without their approval – one of our rules is that what happens in the group stays in the group. But the issues “Frank” faced are based on actual people and actual difficulties. “Frank” is a compilation of many people. While their stories may all be unique, they are all joined by a common thread – they have found help by talking with peers. Many of the attendees regularly comment that just knowing that there are other people who have suffered as they have has been extremely valuable in coming to grips with their own challenges, and the support the group offers is fantastic.

The Mental Health Commission of Canada, in its 2010 report, noted that peer support decreased the incidence of hospitalization for clients, and improved psychological symptoms, social networks, quality of life, self-esteem and social functioning. We are fortunate that we have a facilitator with lots of experience in peer-to-peer group support work (not me), and an inclusive and nonjudgmental group of attendees. So if you, or someone you care about, is facing a mental wellness challenge (depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, etc…), please, come out. Join us every Tuesday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. at Community Centre 55.

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Dance party a noisy nuisance for long-suffering Beachers CONGRATULATIONS TO the organizers of the Aug. 30 music event held on Woodbine Beach for successfully giving the finger to every member of the community within earshot. Here at Wheeler Avenue we were unable to sit on our veranda, enjoy our yard or leave our windows open to catch a breeze due to the overwhelmingly loud music. Not since the aural tsunami of The Docks incident several years ago have taxpayers been reminded so resolutely of their entrenched position of insignificance and inferiority. Hope and Joe Partington Wheeler Avenue

A cynic’s guide to voting IGNORE THE rhetoric, ignore the promises, especially ignore the ads. Examine the basics to decide for whom to vote. From William Pitt the Elder and Lord Action, we know that power corrupts, and that absolute power corrupts absolutely (i.e. Harper’s major-

ity). Therefore, at a base level, most politicians seem to be unfailingly corrupt. Where does that leave the voter? In this election, there are three main parties that could form a government. The Liberals (a party of bag-men) and the Conservatives (those wacky Reform-a-Tories) have shared power since Confederation, and have proven unable to resist sticking their hands in the honey pot (the treasury). A vote for them would not change their bad habits, only encourage them to steal more honey. The NDP, however, has never held power federally. This means that, at the outside, if we elected them we might get two years of useful legislation before they discover how to imitate the other two. And, if what the Libs and Reform-a-Tories say about NDP incompetence is true, Mulcair et al might never discover how to stick their hands in the honey pot! What do we have to lose? Barry Healey

Pet rescue raises questions RE: PET of the Month, Aug. 25: I had mixed feelings about Franky’s rescue. Of course I’m very glad that her benign tumour was brought to the attention of a team of veterinary surgeons who successfully removed it. And it’s great that Big on Beagles Rescue is now taking care of her. But I feel sorry for Franky’s guardian who was “financially unable to cover the medical costs” and who was persuaded to surrender her dog. In a better world, whoever paid for the surgery (the vets themselves?) might have done so on behalf of Franky’s owner and then returned her to her home. Animals that are willfully neglected ought to be seized, but we need a better solution for those whose guardians love them but cannot pay for (often very expensive) medical care. Those of us who have a pet and feel that it’s part of the family understand how painful this situation must have been. Anne Erickson Kingston Road

TOMMY THOMPSON Park Bird Research Station is looking for skilled volunteers to conduct hawk counts this fall at the public parking lot at the base of the park. For more information email ttpbrs@trca.on.ca or call 416-661-6600 ext. 5233. OCTOBER IS Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Canadian Cancer Society is inviting volunteers to help get the word out by selling pink ribbons at various locations across the city. Money raised helps educate women about breast screening, funds life-saving research and provides support services to those living with the disease. To sign up, or for more information, visit myccsschedule.ca.

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OMB rules against resident By Andrew Hudson

A BEACH resident has been ordered to pay $28,693 in legal costs to the developer of a Queen Street condo. Brian Graff was ordered to pay the costs on Aug. 26, three years after he led a failed appeal against plans by Reserve Properties to build a six-storey condo at 1960 Queen St. E, formerly the site of a Lick’s restaurant. That appeal and one other led to a 2013 hearing at the Ontario Municipal Board where, because Graff failed to notify them otherwise, Reserve hired three experts who never had to testify. In her decision, OMB member Sylvia Sutherland said it is unusual for the board to award such costs because it does not want to discourage parties from raising legitimate land-use planning issues. However, she wrote, the board can order such costs if a party’s conduct is “unreasonable, frivolous, or vexatious, or if the party had acted in bad faith.” Asked about the OMB decision, Graff said he was “absolutely devastated and shocked” by the order, and frustrated by how long it took to get a ruling. “For me it’s been Kafkaesque having this hang over my head for two years,” he said. In her decision, Sutherland wrote that Graff did “play games” with the OMB and Reserve by failing to prepare for his part of the hearing. After city council approved Reserve’s condo plans in June 2012, Graff played a lead role in founding the Beaches Residents Association of Toronto, or BRAT, which formally launched an appeal against those plans in July. Sutherland noted in her decision that Graff was BRAT’s chairman and spokesman, and his home address was listed as its corporate office. But on January 12, 2013, a few weeks before the hearing was due to start on Feb. 5, Graff resigned from BRAT. Graff did not tell Reserve that he had resigned, or who had replaced him. That same day, Graff had answered an email from Reserve, which included one of three requests for the list of expert witnesses BRAT planned to have speak against the proposal at the OMB hearing. Graff answered that BRAT was still finalizing that list.

When the hearing finally started, BRAT, now without Graff, presented no expert witnesses. In the meantime, Reserve had paid the $28,693 to hire three – a land-use planner, urban designer, and transportation expert – in order to defend its proposal. While BRAT arrived at the hearing without Graff as a member, Sutherland found that up until January 12, a few weeks before the hearing, Graff was both its public and private face, and that by that time he should have finished most of the preparations for the hearing. “Mr. Graff did not step away from these realities and responsibilities simply by leaving BRAT; nor did his departure make them the responsibilities and liabilities of the ‘straw man’ he had left holding the bag, namely BRAT,” she wrote. “Mr. Graff was the real litigant in this matter.” Graff said he will likely apply to have another OMB member review the decision, and will consult his lawyer about a possible court appeal. “I certainly feel the facts and the points we made somehow weren’t answered, or the board member was drawing conclusions that I don’t think were supported by the facts,” he said. While he led BRAT, Graff said the group was no ‘straw man,’ but a group with several active members, before and after he left it to form another group, Save Queen Street, that also sought party status at the hearing. “That’s where this whole thing is very confusing,” he said. “Over time, there were three different boards for BRAT, and I created a separate organization.” By the time of the hearing, Graff said he was making no decisions for BRAT, and relayed all messages from Reserve to the new BRAT board which replaced him. Graff also said he had no idea Reserve might arrive at the hearing to find no expert witnesses to speak against its own, given there was another appeal under way, independent of BRAT’s, that happened to come to terms with the developer the night before. “My real problem here is this whole thing shouldn’t have happened in the first place,” he said. “There shouldn’t have been an OMB appeal because the city should have refused [the condo] in the first place.”

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Summer Writing Contest THANK YOU to all of our creative readers who took the time to submit entries to our summer writing contest, and to author Cordelia Strube for contributing the opening line. The choice was a difficult one, but Nadine Arzumanian’s entry was chosen as the winner. Nadine will receive a $50 credit at The Great Escape Bookstore on Kingston Road. The Expedition, by Nadine Arzumanian

I DON’T know what compelled me to bring it up, the wine, the darkening sky, the sailboats bobbing in the choppy water, but as soon as the words were out, I knew I’d crossed the Rubicon. Hector was staring at me, beer bottle in hand, pre-sip, his elbow resting on the arm of the green patio chair. “You did what?” he asked. “I applied. They accepted. I’m going to Mars.” I could hear his breath wheezing forcefully out of his nose. He never did like my decisions, always critical of his little sister. Abandoning the sip, Hector put the bottle down on the table. “You are going to Mars.” He shook his head repeating the statement, eyes unblinking, his quiet demeanor unsurprisingly void of any drama. “Yep.” The waiter came by interrupting the silence between us, clearing our plates and asking if we wanted anything more. Hector ordered another Stella Artois while I guzzled the rest of the cheap wine down handing my empty glass to the waiter. “And what, is NASA taking you?” Hector leaned his heavy frame closer to me, his elbows resting on the table as his beer breath hung between us. “Actually they’re called ‘Expedition Mars.’ Privately funded. They said I was the perfect candidate.” “You know if you go, you’re not coming back, right?” “Yep. I know. It’s a one-way ticket.” I watched as my brother digested the news. It was typical of him, this thoughtfulness, annoying but unavoidable. As I waited for his inevitable barrage of comments, I turned to look out at the sailboats again. There were three of them, further out now, seemingly huddled together, their sails almost horizontal in their struggle against the wind. The patio was emptying, people anticipating the pending storm as the waiter approached, uncapping the beer bottle for Hector and handing me another glass of wine. My brother dismissed his offer to move us inside. “Opie, you know you’re going to die up there, right?” “Eventually, yes Hector. I know. We all die sometime. Might as well do it in style, no?” I grinned but immediately regretted it as he furled his eyebrows at me. “No, actually. That sounds dumb. And selfish.” “Selfish and dumb, eh? Maybe to you, but not to me. And not to the other 12,246 other people that applied. You know that only 25 people were selected?” “Yeah, 25 of the dumbest, most naive people they could find.” Thunder crashed above us, making my heart pound. My shoulders hunched inwards against the cold as I gripped the now half-

empty wine glass, mist encasing me in a layer of moisture. I put my cell phone in my pocket. “Have you told Mom? She is going to be pissed.” “No, not yet. You’re the first to know. She is next on my list.” “All that tuition money she gave you, wasted.” “Chill Hector, maybe my theology degree will come in handy up there, in the heavens.” He scoffed. “Ha, ha. Who’s going to take care of Rufus? Have you thought about that?” “Hector, those are just details. It takes seven years to train, so I’ll be around for a while to sort everything out. Rufus will be taken care of.” “Freaking Mars.” He said as he turned out to face the water. The boats were upright again, moving, having made it almost all the way to Ward’s Island. I looked at his profile, the defined wrinkles from age and worry and constant disapproval of my life’s choices etched permanently in his forehead. I guzzled the rest of the wine down again, flushing away the memories of his welcome yet unwelcome opinions over the years. “Hector, I’m going to be 33 next month. And guess what? I’m still not the bride or the journalist or the entrepreneur that you all wanted me to be. And you know what? It kind of sucks not living up to everyone’s expectations.” He said nothing, so I plowed on. “It may take you some time, but this isn’t all bad, okay? You’re kind of missing the point actually. Imagine the headline: ‘Ophelia X; Colonist. Expedition Mars.’ Doesn’t that sound cool?” Hector slammed the bottle on the table. “How does this headline sound, Lieutenant Uhura: ‘Twenty-five dead as Mars shuttle explodes on take-off?’ “ “Don’t be such an a--hole, Hector.” “An a--hole? Because I am freaking out about this Mars trip? God! It sounds so ridiculous when I say that out loud.” The chair scraped the ground as he pushed his body back. “I don’t need to listen to this.” ‘Oh yes, you do,” he snapped. “Are you looking for adventure, Opie? Why don’t you just go skydiving? Or go ‘find yourself’ in Italy. There are a million things you can do instead of being a character in a science fiction story.” He pressed on. “So yeah. I guess I’m an a--hole if that means I’m looking out for you.” By now we were the last of the hardcore drinkers out on the patio. The rain was pelting down by now, loudly smacking drops all over, soaking though the paper tablecloth. The waiter was moving fast to empty and stack the tables around us. Hector obviously wasn’t going to be happy for me. At least not today. “Hector, I know you’ll come around for me eventually. You always do.” I reached to pat his hand, but he snatched it away and stood up. “Hey everyone!” he yelled to the empty patio, “my little sister is going to Mars!” Putting his hood up over his head and leaving the bar, he walked briskly down the pier through the rain, yelling back, “send me a postcard, would you, sis?” I ran for cover inside, settling the bill with the waiter. As he processed my Visa card, I looked out again at the boats, their sails holding up strongly against the wind now, moving, moving past the island’s edge, completely out of sight.

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Entertainment Beat By Jon Muldoon

SCARBOROUGH PLAYERS presents Alone Together, opening on Sept. 11, written by Lawrence Roman, directed by Kevin Shaver, and produced by Katherine Turner. Scarborough Players is one of the longest-running community theatre programs in the country, with members from across the East End including the Beach. George and Helene Butler, a well-off couple, have just sent their third and youngest son off to college, and dream of a life without kids. But as soon as the third son has left, things take a hilarious and unexpected turn, as things tend to do in the theatre, and the Butler sons begin coming home one after the other. Alone Together premiered on Broadway in 1984, and offers a humorous take on modern family life, independence, and being a parent of adult children, with the feel of the sitcoms of the 1980s. Special tickets include the opening night wine and cheese reception on Friday, Sept. 11, when the audience will be able to meet the cast and crew after the show. On Thursday, Sept. 24, the performance will be followed by the popular ‘audience talk-back’ session with the cast and crew. Performances run from Sept. 11 to 26 at Scarborough Village Theatre, 3600 Kingston Rd. at Markham Rd. See theatrescarborough. com for tickets and show dates and times. Tickets are $20 or $17 for seniors and students, also available by phone at 416-267-9292. •

Kristin Lindell leads a singing class

POPULAR EAST End singer Kristin Lindell will again be sharing her love of singing at Centennial College’s Story Arts campus, at Carlaw and Mortimer in East York. Lindell has a deep-seated belief in the power of singing. “It’s my passion to share singing with the community. Singing boosts people’s moods, brings them together and provides an outlet for people’s creative expression,” she writes. Raise Your Voice: Group Singing, known more formally as Sing-100, runs Tuesday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. starting on Tuesday, Sept. 15. Last year’s class was a hit with students, and Lindell is hoping to share her passion with a new group. Classes will cover contemporary songs from pop to blues. Confidence is developed through proper vocal technique, breath control, and voice projection. The group setting offers a supportive learning environment.

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It’s not too late to register for Raise Your Voice. Sign up for Sing-100 at centennialcollege.ca or call 416-289-5300. •

ACOUSTIC HARVEST opens up its new season with Garnet Rogers (garnetrogers.com) on Saturday, Sept. 19. Rogers grew up singing along to the sounds of the Grand Ol’ Opry with his older brother Stan, eventually teaching himself flute, violin, and guitar. He and his brother ended up forming one of the most influential acts in North American folk music, touring and performing full-time. He has moved on to become a celebrated solo performer, singing songs featuring unlikely heroes and small victories. He’s spurned advances from major labels in order to continue to make music his own way. Rogers will perform at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19 at Robinson Hall, St. Nicholas Anglican Church, 1512 Kingston Rd. just east of Warden. Tickets are $25 or $22 in advance through acousticharvest.ca. Parking is free, the venue is wheelchair accessible, and for the first time, beer and wine will be available at the show. •

THERE’S STILL time to pick up a copy of Carson McCullers’ The Heart is a Lonely Hunter to take part in this year’s edition of Beaches Reads with Tom Allen and friends. Presented by the Kingston Road Village Concert Series and the Toronto Public Library, Bohemians in Brooklyn: Beaches Reads 2015 incorporates reading the book, a series of book discussions, a showing of the movie based on the book, and a cabaret concert of new and classic music. Book discussions will be led by CBC Radio host Allen or local musician Michelle Mayers. Discussions will take place from Oct. 13 to Nov. 3 at local library branches – watch for dates and times in upcoming issues of Beach Metro News.

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The Oscar-nominated film The Heart is a Lonely Hunter, directed by Robert Ellis Miller and starring Alan Arkin and Sondra Locke, will screen at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 30 at the Beaches library branch at Queen Street East and Lee Avenue. On Nov. 8, musicians Bryce Kulak, Patricia O’Callaghan, and Lori Gemmell will be joined by Allen at Kingston Road United Church for a concert featuring songs by Benjamin Britten, Colin McPhee, Kurt Weill, Leonard Bernstein, and members of the cast. For more information visit kruc.ca/concerts.

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Community Calendar SEPT. 9: Open House for New Curlers at Scarboro Golf and Country Club, 7 p.m. Openings for all ages, sections, time slots and experience levels. Expert free instruction by our in-house “Pro”. No expensive equipment necessary to get started! Curling membership also includes a Social Membership allowing year-round access to clubhouse facilities and dining. For rates, email roy.weigand@scarborogcc. com. Info: 416-266-4546 ext. 224 (12) SEPT. 10: Beach Photo Club meeting at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7-9:30 p.m. Topic: ‘I’ve been SNAPD’ by Alex Wright, who will share his images and tips from a multitude of assignments. Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Everyone from the novice to the experienced is welcome. The only requisite is an interest in learning about the photographic arts. Info: www.beachphotoclub.com (12) SEPT. 11: Annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Millennium Garden, southeast corner Coxwell and Eastern Aves., 1 p.m. Light refreshments. Info: Nancy 416-691-1113 ext 224 (12) SEPT 11: Neighbourhood Link Support Services is hosting an Automotive and Aerospace Manufacturing Hiring Fair at Royal Canadian Legion, 9 Dawes Road. Looking for over 100 Engineers, Technicians and Assemblers. Registration is required. Please call Bindu at 416 691-7407 ext. 349 SEPT. 11: Group forming to meet others who want to downsize into co-ownership of single-family dwelling (alternative to condo living). Great opportunity for retired renovators. Please text the time we can talk: 416-694-5550 (12) SEPT. 12: Historical Plaque Unveiling at Kew Williams Cottage, SE corner of Kew Gardens, 1 p.m. Presentation will be followed by a two-hour historical walk through the Beach neighbourhood, led by Barbara Myrvold, of the Toronto Public Library, starting at Kew Cottage and ending at Beaches Branch library. SEPT. 12: The Marion Singers in Concert at St. John the Baptist, Norway Anglican Church, 470 Woodbine Ave. (at Kingston Rd.), 7:30 p.m. Tony Browning, conductor. A varied program of classical choral works and music on the lighter side. Reception follows concert. Tickets $20. Tickets & info: 416-691-4560, admin@stjohnsnorway. com. Info: www.marionsingers.com (12) SEPT. 12: Fall Rummage Sale at Main Street Terrace, 77 Main St., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Rummage, bake sale, books, BBQ, and lots more treasures. All proceeds to the Resident Christmas Fund. Info: Lori 416-690-3001 ext 227 (12) SEPT. 12: Miles for Smiles Bike-a-Thon in support of The Noah John Winston Miles Foundation at Duke of Connaught P.S., 70 Woodfield Rd., 2-5 p.m. The Foundation is a legacy to honour the life of a pre-schooler who died suddenly earlier this year. Its objective is to raise funds to support anti-bullying initiatives. Info: www.noahfoundation.ca (12) SEPT. 12, 13: 12th annual Beach Celtic Festival at Kew Gardens, Queen St. E. & Lee Ave., 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Music, entertainment, vendors, and lots more. Info: thecelticfestival.com (12) SEPT. 13: “Paws for Celebration” VETS Animal Charity 2015 Gala at The Opera House, 735 Queen St. E., 3 p.m. (doors open at 2 p.m.). This 19+ event features comedian Sandra Carusi and the aerial acrobatic prowess of Zero Gravity Circus. Tickets $35 each (lounge seating) or $1,000 for a table of 10 for main stage floor seats. Order by emailing denise@vetsanimalcharity. com or phone 416-690-0625. VETS Animal Charity is a local Registered Canadian Charity helping to save the lives of pets in crisis. Info: www.vetsanimalcharity.com/ our-event/paws-for-celebration/ (12) SEPT. 15: Beach Garden Society Meeting at Adam Beck Community Centre, 79 Lawlor Ave., 7:15-9 p.m. Topic: Whistling Gardens Botanical Gardens by Darren Heimbecker. New members and guests welcome. Light refreshments served. Info: beachgs.

ca@gmail.com, www.beachgs.ca (12) SEPT. 18-NOV. 20: Ecumenical Bible Study at St. John the Baptist, Norway, Anglican Church, 470 Woodbine Ave., Fridays 9:30-11:30 a.m. Topic: Romans – Paul’s letter to the Christians in Rome. Led by Rev. Geoffrey Sangwine M.D. $30 fee covers all sessions. Late registrants welcome. Ample parking. Info and registration: 416-694-5969 (12) SEPT. 19: Birch Cliff Village Day Out along Kingston Road from Warden Ave. to Birchmount Rd., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to this free event that includes bagpipes, book and bake sales, a farmers’ market, kids’ crafts and sidewalk sales. Visit the Facebook event page for more info or call 647-657-7994. (12) SEPT. 20: Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup – Eastern Beaches, Kew Gardens to Balmy Beach Club, 10 a.m. Meet at the Leuty Lifeguard Station. Clean-up materials will be provided, along with snacks and refreshments. Info: www.shorelinecleanup.ca (12) SEPT. 21-25: Royal Canadian Legion Week at RCL Br. 11, 9 Dawes Rd., Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Canadian military history displays, memorabilia of our veterans past and present, veterans on hand to talk to – uniforms to try on and much more! Teachers invited to bring students. Contact Helen Pearce 416-690-6388 or email youth-ed@ rcl11.com. Info: www.rcl11.com (13) SEPT. 24: Free Seniors’ Movie – “Antman” at The Fox Theatre, 2236 Queen St. E. Doors open 10 a.m., movie starts at 10:30 a.m. Presented by Rotary Club of Toronto Beach. SEPT. 27: Toronto Beach Chorale Free Open Rehearsal at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 2-4 p.m. Sing with the TBC, a concert choir that rehearses and performs in the Beach, and participate in Canada’s Culture Days celebration. Get a behind-the-scenes look and practise some vocal techniques as a member of the audience. Info: www.torontobeachchorale.com, www.culturedays.ca, torontobeachchorale@gmail.com (13) SEPT. 27: 3rd annual Toronto Uphill Bicycle Race, up Brimley Road South, 12 noon start. From near the surface of Lake Ontario to finish near Kingston Rd. (think…Up the Scarborough Bluffs). Info: www.meetup.com/ElectricBicycles/events/186445772 (13) SEPT. 29: Beaches-East York Candidates Meeting at St. John’s Norway Church, 470 Woodbine Ave. (at Kingston Rd.), 7-8:30 p.m. Hosted by Community Centre 55 and Beach Metro Community News. OCT. 2: Toronto Beach Rotary ‘Corks ‘n Kegs’ Fundraiser at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7-10 p.m. Sample fine wines, gregarious beers and delicious food bites chosen to complement the barreled and brewed. Funds raised will be directed back into the community, with $5,000 earmarked for the Beach Community Edible Garden at Ashbridges Bay Park, a project of Friends of the Beach Parks. (13) OCT. 3: Adopt-A-Park-Tree Launch at Fairmount Park, 1725 Gerrard St. E., 12 noon-2 p.m. A hands-on mulching event and guided tree tour. Join LEAF’s Young Urban Forest Leaders and the Beach Hill Tree Team for this free event. Registration recommended. Info: www.yourleaf.org (13) OCT. 3: Fall Fest and Antique Appraisal at Birchcliff Bluffs United Church, 33 East Rd. (Warden & Kingston Rd.), 9 a.m.-1 p.m. This is not a yard sale! Antique appraisals ($5 per item), also accepting consignments of fine antiques, jewelry, sterling, & watches. Vintage treasures, clothing, signed prints by Elizabeth Berry, fresh Ontario produce, home baking, books, knife sharpening, children’s table, breakfast & BBQ lunch. Vendor tables available at $30 - call Linda 416-690-7230. Wheelchair accessible. Info: www.birchcliffbluffsuc.org (13) OCT. 4: Beach Hill Neighbourhood Association’s Fall Fete at The Naval Club, 1910 Gerrard St. E., 4:30-6:30 p.m. Potluck Social and “Local Food” Contest - bought

local and healthiest dish wins. Get the latest info on Beach Hill Residences development. More info about this event will be available at Fairmount Farmers’ Markets. Info: beachhill.org (13) OCT. 8: OktoberFEAST at Berkeley Church, 315 Queen St. E., 6-11 p.m. Taste dishes and drinks from some of the city’s best chefs and food vendors at this Canadian Cancer Society event. Money raised funds cancer research and vital support services for cancer patients and their families in the city. Tickets and info: OktoberFEAST.ca (14) MONDAYS: FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP for adults, 7-9 p.m. This is a group of about 10 people at the intermediate level and above. If you are highly motivated and interested in joining, please call (leave your number if the answering machine responds) 416-699-4681 (r) TUESDAYS: BEACHES MENTAL WELLNESS GROUP at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., 7-8 p.m. Peers helping peers with issues affecting mental health. Info: www.beachesmentalwellness.com (r) SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH: Amnesty International, in the Beach, meets at St. John’s Norway Church (Woodbine Ave. at Kingston Rd.), 7 p.m., to support Amnesty’s Human Rights work, through letter-writing actions and through organized public events to generate awareness of Human Rights actions worldwide. New members are most welcome. Info: beachamnesty@gmail.com (fr) THURSDAYS: WALKING GROUP at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen St. E., 10-11 a.m. Want to get moving and improve your health? Come join the East End Walking Group for a stroll around the neighbourhood, followed by some light stretching. For more programs, check the Centre’s program calendar at www.eastendchc.on.ca. To participate in the walking group, call Zari 416-778-5805 ext. 222 (fr) FRIDAYS: FRIENDLY FRENCH CONVERSATION Group at Calvary Baptist Church, 74 Main St. (rear entrance, lower level), 9:30-11:30 a.m. All levels welcome. Don’t use it you’ll lose it. Info: Diana 416-698-6537 (fr) BEACHES LIBRARY, 2161 Queen St. E. •Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies, 2 p.m. Cinematic classics, new releases, foreign films and documentaries. Sept. 9: Jane Eyre (1996); Sept. 16: Hannah and Her Sisters (1986); Sept. 23: Under the Volcano (1984); Sept. 30: Hope Springs (2012). Info: 416-393-7703 (12) GERRARD ASHDALE LIBRARY, 1432 Gerrard St. E. •Sept. 8: Toronto’s Ravines – A Journey with Author Jason RamsayBrown, 7-8 p.m. Learn about the natural heritage and local history of over 100 Toronto ravines. •Adults’ Chess Club (ages 13+), Saturdays, 1-2:30 p.m. Drop-in. •Sept 19: Ashdale Writers Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Read and critique in a supportive environment. •Sept 24: Book Club, 7-8 p.m. “Life after Life” by Kate Atkinson. Info: 416-393-7717, ashdaleevents@ gmail.ca, www.torontopubliclibrary.ca. Library is wheelchair accessible. (11) AL- ANON at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. Alateen members are welcome to attend. Info: 416-691-1113 (fr) AL-ANON BEACH R&R GROUP meets Tuesdays at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7:30 p.m. (newcomers’ meeting 7 p.m.). Use side door in middle of the building. No fees or dues. (fr) ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH CHOIR welcomes new members. We practise Thursdays 7:30-9 p.m. and perform Sundays at 11 a.m. at 794 Kingston Rd. (3 blocks east of Main St.). You don’t have to have musical training to sing with us, but you do have to like singing and want to be with others to make the whole greater than the sum of the parts. We are friendly and welcoming and our leader is a wonderful music teacher. Info: Paul Williams 416-699-2518 (r) ROTARY CLUB OF TORONTO BEACH holds a breakfast meeting every Tuesday, 7 a.m., at the Balmy Beach Club. For information

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WHEN SHE was six and singing Annie songs in her backyard, Devin Cecchetto got a surprise. “She was singing out here, and all of a sudden she’d stop,” said her dad Roger, standing on the leafy patio. “Everybody was applauding around the neighbourhood.” The Cecchettos live in a musical corner of the Beach Triangle. A flute player lives in the house behind, and there are trumpet players on either side. In summer, their music filters through open windows. Those musical neighbours were among the first people to hear Devin sing, and they liked what they heard. Now 17, Devin hopes to win over another well-tuned crowd – judges for the Rising Star talent contest hosted by the Canadian National Exhibition. After 29 years, the CNE is proud to point out that Rising Star predates such upstarts as Canadian Idol. Judged by recording musicians and other industry types, the contest draws singers, dancers and other performers age six to 25 from all over Ontario, and the winner goes on to a national final. Jazz singer Matt Dusk got his start as a top Rising Star, as did dancer Blake McGrath. Devin was 13 the first year she got on the CNE stage, and she remembers it well. A fan of musical theatre ever since her Grade 1 Annie debut at Kew Beach Public School, Devin chose ‘On My Own’ from Les Misérables. Then came her Kanye West moment. “The music stopped, and I kept singing,” Devin said. “It was crazy!” Glitches aside, a live contest like Rising Star is full of challenges. Until this year, the contest was always staged by the CNE midway, where passing crowds might gather round, or melt away. Devin said it’s a thrill to engage a crowd like that, and a good testing ground for what

makes a song a crowd-pleaser. “I feel like each time you do it, it’s not really about winning,” she said. “It’s more about what you learn.” Like many aspiring singers and actors in the Beach, Devin can trace her first performance lessons to Andrea Van Slyke, the Kew Beach teacher behind Annie and many other stage productions at the school. “We were just little kids, but it really brought us out of our shells,” Devin said. Van Slyke ran rehearsals three times a week, and students were expected to practise. When they did Guys and Dolls, a choreographer came in to set up the big fight scene. Van Slyke set a high bar for elementary students, but they got there, Devin said, and for her it was a lasting lesson on the discipline you need to be on top of your game. It also knocked parents’ socks off. “There were little kids, belting out Oklahoma! at eight or 10 years old,” said her mother Lisa, laughing. “It was hilarious.” By Grade 7, Devin started doing shows with Scarborough Music Theatre, including a reprise of Annie, this time in the title role. There and at the Oshawa Little Theatre, Devin got to meet people with real industry experience. She heard stories from performers who tried to make it in New York, and the two ways that story can go. “She’s got no illusions about how tough it will be,” said Lisa. “Even if you’re talented, that doesn’t mean it’s going to happen.” Devin is now going into her senior year at the Etobicoke School of the Arts, where she studies the “triple threat” of musical theatre: singing, dancing, and acting. Last year, she learned to dance the Lindy Hop in a 1920’s jazz musical called Swing. Among her favourite moves was the ‘candle stick,’ where the girls took a running jump at their partners, grabbed them by the shoulders and then swung their legs up high so they were pin-straight, upside-down and being spun in circles. But singing is still what Devin enjoys best.

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“Everyone says you’ve got to have a plan B.” she said, smiling. “But I feel like plan A, plan B – not a good idea!” If you are going to try and make it as a performer, she said, she thinks it’s best to have that as your one plan, until it doesn’t work out. Otherwise, she said, people are liable to get scared, and settle for plan B. “Just have one plan A, a go all-in,” she said with a grin. “You only have one life!”

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Swimmer makes mark on world stage By Andrew Hudson

BEACH SWIMMER Penny Oleksiak won three solo and three team medals at the World Juniors last month – not bad for someone who only learned to swim six years ago. “I’ve never ever done anything like this really,” said Oleksiak, who just turned 15. “I didn’t even think I was going to finals when I first went there, so it was pretty

awesome coming out with a few medals.” Only a few of Oleksiak’s teammates had ever competed at the World Juniors before they flew to Singapore for the Aug. 25-30 championships. Held every two years, the event is open to girls ages 14 to 17. Besides winning three silver medals in her solo events – including a personal best of 58:50 in the 100-metre butterfly – Oleksiak won a gold, a silver and a bronze in relay teams. In the 4 x 200-metre women’s freestyle, her team actually posted a faster time than their senior counterparts. Afterwards, Oleksiak got a message from Emily Overholt, the senior team’s fastest swimmer at the Toronto Pan Am Games. “She’s really nice,” said Oleksiak. “It’s amazing to hear from someone who’s so good at swimming.” Oleksiak got a relatively late start in swimming, learning in a neighbour’s backyard pool at age nine. Some of the people she races now have been in competitive clubs since they were five. But Oleksiak comes from a highly athletic family. Her brother Jamie played hockey for the Dallas Stars last year, while her sister Hayley rowed on a college varsity team in Boston.

Her father Richard made the Nichols School Hall of Fame in football, basketball and track, while her mother Alison set swimming records in Scotland. It was after getting a few racing tips from her mom – tips not covered in a standard swim lesson – that Oleksiak started thinking swimming might be her sport. Asked if the family competes much with each other, Oleksiak said no, not really, since they’ve all done different sports. “When it comes to working out and stuff, then we’re really competitive,” she said, laughing. “But when it comes to our sports I think we’re pretty supportive of each other – we go and watch each other and do our best.” Oleksiak said she will definitely keep swimming for Monarch Park Collegiate when she goes into Grade 10 this fall. The school has great coaches, she said, such as Rob McCombe. There and at the Toronto Swim Club, Oleksiak has another level of trials to look forward to this year – trials for the Rio Olympics. But for the moment, anyway, Oleksiak has something completely different in mind. “Right now, I’m just enjoying my last week and a half of summer,” she said.

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Under 10s on the move Garrett McBride and Gabe Wellwood defending the line against North Halton in Under 10 rugby action. The Balmy Beach Club Under 10 team were divisional winners at the Ontario Rugby Festival on Aug. 23 at Fletcher’s Fields in Markham. The U10s won all three of their games against North Halton, Burlington and Barrie. Balmy Beach entered two U10 teams and three U8 teams, all of which went undefeated at this year’s tournament. This year’s annual Rugby Ontario Minor Rugby Festival included 96 teams and more than 950 minor rugby players from across Ontario. PHOTO: RUGBY ONTARIO

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MARY DYKSTRA’S surrealistic paintings are on display until Sept. 28 at Flying Pony. The show is called Innocent when you dream. Dykstra writes in her statement that her paintings are “made of filtered memories, snippets of stories, lyrics that landed, waking Technicolor dreams, inspirations embraced, visions tackled.” Her paintings, often incorporating children, range from the whimsical to the darker spectrum of the imagination. Familiar imagery from children’s stories and fables populate the dream scenes in the acrylic paintings in the Innocent when you dream series. For more on Dykstra’s work see marydykstra.ca. Flying Pony is at 1481 Gerrard St. E., and online at flyingpony.ca.

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UPPER BEACH resident Glenn Honiball has spent more than 25 years helping fix up old photographs as a professional photo retouch artist. But during that time he’s also never stopped drawing and painting. Honiball comes from an artistic family: his grandfather was a famous cartoonist in South Africa, and his father worked in advertising. After taking some painting and drawing classes, his passion has grown, and he’s now set to launch his first show. From Sept. 11 to 17, Honiball’s acrylic paintings will be on display at Ben Navaee Gallery, 1107 Queen St. E. An opening reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11. For more on Honiball and his work, see glennhoniball.com.

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MEMBERS OF the Beach Guild of Fine Art are shifting to the west for a show at Papermill Gallery at Todmorden Mills. This show will include more than 100 pieces of art from members of the guild, covering a wide variety of subjects, styles, and mediums. Many of the artists will be present for an opening reception on Friday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be refreshments and everyone attending will be offered the chance to pick up a brush and contribute to a group painting that will be auctioned for charity. Attendees can also vote in the Viewers’ Choice award. A closing coffee and tea event will be held on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 3 p.m., when the Viewers’ Choice award will be presented. Papermill Gallery is at Todmorden Mills, 67 Pottery Rd. between Broadview and the Bayview extension. For more information see beachguildoffineart.com or find the guild on Facebook.

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ARTISANS AT Work will host the Gather to Give show from Sept. 17 to the end of the month. The show will feature a preliminary collection of donated artwork, some of which will be auctioned off at the gallery’s Mexican Solidarity Toronto gala fundraiser on Nov. 1. Proceeds of that auction will go to the families of 43 murdered students from a teachers’ college in Iguala, Guerrero, Mexico. Until Friday, Sept. 11, check out April White’s solo show at the gallery at 2071 Danforth Ave., just west of Woodbine. White’s show features paintings done in her studio in Sydney, Australia, and her original home in Ontario. After graduating from York University’s fine art program, White travelled for a decade, crossing Canada before moving on to Europe, Southeast Asia, and finally Australia. To see more of her work visit artofaprilwhite.com. •

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DANIELLE COX will be holding a one-night-only exhibition at her Distillery District studio on Thursday, Sept. 17. Cox is from South Africa, and has lived in England, Singa-

pore, and for the past decade, the Beach. Her extensive and regular travels are the main inspiration for her work, done in acrylic, oil, and mixed media. “Is it about to rain? Or is the sun finally shining through? There are no clear cut answers from my work. I want people to feel a bit lost. Lost in their thoughts and lost in the mood,” she writes in her artist’s statement. Cox’s one-night show will take place at Studio 303 at the Case Goods Warehouse in the Distillery District. More than 30 pieces will be on display from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17. Refreshments will be served. See more of her work at daniellecoxart.com. •

THE EIGHTH annual DECA Art Fair, an annual art party put on by the Danforth East Community Association, is fast approaching. The fair gathers more than 50 artists, artisans and craftspeople with their work at East Lynn Park, on Danforth west of Woodbine, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19 and 20. Participants include woodworkers, soap makers, jewellers, photographers, painters, and more. Just a few of the artists include East Danforth resident Henry VanderSpek’s Culture Snap photography (culturesnap.ca). Clayshapes Pottery will have a collection of handmade pottery (clayshapes.etsy.com). Julie Glick’s pet portraiture remains as popular as ever, and she will show some of her latest work (julieglick.com). The functional, reclaimed or sustainably harvested wood furniture of Gunn Woodworks will be on site for the weekend (gunnwoodworks.com). Strathmore Boulevard local Quilted City will offer quilts, table runners, blankets, and more (quilted-city. blogspot.ca). Dave Rheaume will be showing his “art noir meets Alex Colville” paintings (daverheaume.com). Children’s activities will take place throughout the weekend, including workshops run by Silly Goose Kids, the Art Cave, Pegasus Studios, and the Toronto Tool Library. Musicians, dancers, and other performers will offer entertainment for all ages over the course of both days. For more information and a full listing of participating artists see deca-arts.ca.

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ention dogs, and you have the immediate interest of every Beacher. Many of us (yeah, I’m one) love our dogs passionately. Some of us can’t stand the nosy, messy beasts. I’m not going to get into questions of courtesy, noise, leashes and poop-picking-up here. My focus is on gardens, and it’s occurred to me that I’ve never passed on my hard-won wisdom about dogs – especially puppies – in the garden. The puppy point of view Puppies are flat out adorable, but the very young ones – up to about 10 weeks old, say – are still babies. So don’t expect much of them in the way of real obedience. At this stage, you can’t truly train Scooter, but you can keep him out of trouble and stop him from forming bad habits. They’re gonna dig. They’re gonna chomp on things, especially those flowers waving so enticingly in the breeze. You may even catch your little pup finding a lemon-sized stone and shoving it around with glee. That’s because, like human babies, they’re exploring this exciting new world. And to do that, puppies use their soft little paws and grabby mouths. So remember the universal puppy motto: “If it’s on the ground, it belongs to me. If I can put it in my mouth, I will.” Seven ways to cope They don’t stay fuzzy and frisky for long, so try to enjoy that time. Some do’s and don’ts to help you: 1. Do actively supervise your young pup when she’s in the garden. You wouldn’t leave a baby human out there unattended, so don’t leave your baby dog, either. Pups are fast, too, so keep your eye on the little critter every minute. 2. Don’t shout at a young pup when he decides to nosh on the nasturtiums. At this stage, he’s just following his instincts and scolding won’t have much effect. 3. Do steer her away from trouble spots. Try keeping her on a light leash when you’re out in the garden together, so you can direct her to other areas. 4. Do distract him from whatever mischief he’s getting into. A favourite toy or special treat waggled at him will

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help get his attention away from that tempting trellis. 5. Do praise her in a ridiculously happy voice whenever she does anything right. 6. Do remove him from the garden, as a last resort. My part-border collie puppy got intensely focused on what he was doing, and nothing would distract him from bouncing on my springy euonymus. So I was taught to calmly take him to his crate for a time out. Relocating him broke his concentration and let him know that if he got too unruly, playtime ended. 7. Finally, do give your pup lots of exercise. They’re little bundles of energy, so throw sticks, toss balls, play hide and seek. Let them roughhouse with other puppies (not with you, which could encourage nipping). Every experienced puppy owner knows “a tired puppy is a good puppy.” Puppy-proofing your garden Young pups don’t have very big brains, and they aren’t very wellcoordinated. Avoid heartache (and vet costs) with this checklist. • Are there poisonous plants in your garden? It’s surprising how many common plants can make your dog sick – or worse. Rhododendrons, daffodils, castor beans, tomato leaves (but not the red veg) and lilies of the valley are just a few examples. See lists at ansci.

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that the publication crossed the line and will face criminal charges. However, prosecuting hate in the courts should be the last resort. Ernst Zundel used his trial as a free media circus to promote holocaust denial. Others who equally detest the publication will rally to the defence of free speech on principle. For the editor-in-chief – reported in the media as a disbarred doctor who had his medical licence stripped for sexual misconduct – public prosecution provides a free media platform. Many believe the publication should be allowed to lavish in obscurity and hopefully wither. It should be noted that our community has rallied loud and clear. Many have written to advertisers asking them to cancel their ads, with great success. The Facebook group East Enders Against Hate and For Responsible Advertising continues to grow. MPP Arthur Potts recently announced more funding to help law enforcement recognize hate crimes. Which raises the question: Why can’t Canada Post simply refuse to deliver the publication? The answer follows the same reasons discussed above: Canada Post does not want to be placed in the role of censor or to be sued for failing to carry out its mandate. Pushing Canada Post has not changed this position. However, the regulations that govern this Crown corporation also provide a grassroots solution. Canada Post must deliver addressed mail, but with some exceptions. It is not required to deliver unaddressed unsolicited mail. A large note on your mailbox that states: “Do not deliver Your Ward News to this address” is an enforceable legal right. It is the most powerful tool you have to stop delivery to your home and reclaim your space. Ironically, each one of us can directly stop personal delivery more effectively than the lawyers, politicians, and Canada Post who have reviewed this matter for months. You can even go a step further and ask your neighbours to do the same. At the end of the day, personal action is the most powerful tool we have to reclaim our community and stop the dissemination of hate.

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ne of the most historic sites in the East End, Kew Williams Cottage, will be receiving a historic plaque from Heritage Toronto at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12. Finally, because of organizations like the Beach and East Toronto Historical Society, Friends of Kew Williams Cottage, the Toronto Heritage Board, the Toronto Beach Rotary Club, and several others (we know who they are), the historic plaque has arrived. This ‘cottage’ is probably one of the most significant houses in the Beach area. Located on the west side of Lee Avenue at no. 30 – although it has had other numbers – it sits in sartorial historical splendour and isolation as a symbol of Kew Beach and the Williams family, one of the earliest pioneer families of the Beach. The cottage is probably one of the most painted, photographed, and admired by the people of the Beach area. I have written about this cottage, and have given tours of it and the surrounding area, far more times than I can recall. The story begins more than 160 years ago with Joe Williams. (There are great articles on the Williams family by well-known writer-historians such as Mary Campbell, Barbara Myrvold, Glenn and Jean Cochrane, and others).

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Joe Williams was born in London England, near the great Kew Botanical Gardens that he greatly admired. He came to Canada in the late 1840s (before Canada became a nation), as a soldier in the British Army. He was stationed in different parts of the country and finally settled in the eastern part of Toronto, what was then St. Lawrence Ward, just east of present Woodbine Avenue. Williams purchased a substantial amount of property around the present area bounded by Queen Street East, Waverley Road, and Lee Avenue. The problem was that the land was swampy in places, and Williams did not have that much money, as he was earning half sergeant’s pay. But Williams persevered. He had dreams and plans to make the area into a Canadian ‘Kew Gardens.’ He started farming, fishing, and a market garden, and in the late 1870s began building his dream, Kew Gardens, a place where you could bring your family and friends for a picnic (but no alcohol). People flocked to beautiful Kew Gardens.

Joe Williams, one of the pioneers of the Beach, started a trend that brought thousands of Torontonians to the East End, where there would be amusement parks like Victoria Park, Munro Park, Scarboro Beach Park, Small’s Pond Park. All of these have gone – all that is left is Kew Gardens. Williams and his family built several houses in the area. His own was the largest, and it was where the present Kew Beach Lawn Bowling Club sits. But the house we are interested in is the one left standing: Kew Williams Cottage. Williams admired Kew Gardens in England so much he named his youngest son Kew. Kew Williams married in the spring of 1902. He built a home for his wife – the structure we are honouring on Sept. 12. Kew and his brothers brought the wood, stones, and limestone from locations near Prince Edward County by ‘stone hookers.’ These were boats meant to haul freight. In 1907 and succeeding years the city began buying up the Williams estate and other properties, removing all the buildings except Kew Williams’ cottage. The city finally expropriated that site so Kew moved to the lakefront in another cottage, where he lived most of the rest of his life, until moving to Kingswood Avenue.

Kew’s cottage is unique, with its lovely veranda, its turret-like tower, the beautiful windows – this house is like a fairy-tale abode. There has been so much written about its rooms and stair windows that you have to see it to believe it. Around 1910 the city began allowing the chief gardener to live in the cottage. Robert Hornell, a Scotsman who came to Canada, worked as a

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coachman for Sir Henry Pellat, and later applied for a job with the city. He was head gardener from about 1911 to 1934. His granddaughter is Eileen Tinney, a member of the Beach and East Toronto Historical Society. She has vivid memories of the cottage and her grandfather. Another head gardener was James Russell, who was there until 1963. Later Frank Rosenberger stayed in the cottage as head gar-

dener until he retired in 1981. Next was Len Stanley, who remained at Kew Cottage until he retired in 1995. Stanley was the host of several movies and documentaries that were shot ‘on location’ in Kew Williams Cottage and the beautiful Kew Gardens. Stanley, because of his colourful personality, fit right in, and in is honour they named the road beside the cottage Len Stanley Way. After he retired, we find the first woman head gardener – the queen of Kew Gardens, Diana Clarke – and she was the last, and one of the best, superintendents to live in the cottage. Over the years there were several interim head gardeners, but non that lived in the cottage. Current superintendent Stuart Slessor is a remarkable person in the mold of his predecessors. Over time the cottage has been restored by the Rotary Club. There have been wonderful art shows. I had the honour of taking part in the 100th anniversary of the cottage in 2002 with Kew’s relatives. So we will now honour and celebrate this quaint historic cottage and the family that gave it its name. In the near future the Kew Williams Cottage will probably become our local history museum, everyone will be able to admire the history of our Beach area.

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The Main Menu Sales With A Difference Local, Progressive Funeral Home is looking for a mature, professional and gregarious individual to assist families in making funeral pre-arrangements. Candidates must possess the unique combination of above average sales and closing skills and a true desire to help others. Consideration will be given to those who have a proven track record of Business to Consumer sales success and who understand the importance of networking and working outside the 9 to 5 box. This full-time position has eligibility for better than average income, bonuses, benefits, and paid incentive travel. Please email your resume to neil.herie@dignitymemorial.com for a refreshing change in your professional life.

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Preserving the taste of summer

here is nothing like a jar of preserves to bring back summer memories. The harvest can be transformed into relishes, pickles, jams, jellies, chutneys or simply canned to be enjoyed in the months ahead. If you decide to tackle this satisfying culinary feat, your kitchen will be fragrant with the smell of spices bubbling on the stove, and at the end of the day you will have a selection of sparkling jars to admire, and the alluring tastes within to add punch to a winter meal. Preserving, or canning as it is frequently called, requires some special equipment and techniques to produce safe, delicious food. You will need a trip to a hardware store to buy a canner (a metal pan with lid and a trivet inside to hold the jars), mason jars (made of tempered glass to withstand heating in a water bath), metal rings and lids lined with rubber which will give a good seal, tongs, cooling rack, oven mitts and stamina! In the same department or in a cookbook section, look for information by Bernardin, a leader in preserving technique, to help you with recipes and any canning questions. These booklets contain the most up-to-date information on safe preserving. Often people want to use a family recipe but ingredients and techniques change over the years, and old recipes should be checked against the modern ver-

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sion. The recipe that follows for my grandmother’s peach conserve is an example. I checked it against Bernardin’s version to make sure the amounts and techniques were updated. Here‘s to a satisfying day in the kitchen “putting food by,” an old-fashioned term for preserving or canning. Ada’s Peach Conserve Whenever you received a jar of my grandmother’s conserve, you knew you were getting a treat! It was always a small jar filled with chunks of peaches, almonds and maraschino cherries all in a luscious syrup. It was delicious spooned over ice cream, sponge cake or onto a freshly made scone 1 each, orange and lemon, washed, seeded and finely chopped, including peel 8 cups (2 L) prepared peaches, about 20 peaches, blanched, peeled, pitted, and coarsely chopped 4-inch (20 cm) piece of cinnamon stick 7 cups (3 lbs) granulated sugar 1 cup (250 mL) maraschino cherries, halved 1/2 cup (125 mL) blanched, slivered almonds

Blanching of fruit kills the enzymes beneath the skin allowing you to easily peel such fruit as peaches and tomatoes. Cover the peaches with boiling water and allow it to stand for 30 seconds then immediately plunge into cold water to stop the cooking process. Remove skins. Prepare Conserve: Cut peaches into chunks. Wash citrus fruit; quarter, remove seeds and cut into quarterinch (1 cm) dice using a food processor or knife. In a mixing bowl, combine peaches, citrus fruits and sugar. Cover and refrigerate overnight. The next day turn this mixture into a stainless steel saucepan together with cinnamon stick; bring to boil, reduce heat to medium-high and cook 25 to 30 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir cherries and almonds into peach mixture. Continue cooking until slightly thickened, five to 10 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick. Prepare Jars: Meanwhile, fill canner with hot water and bring to boil over high heat. Arrange washed one-cup (250 mL) mason jars in trivet and lower trivet and jars into canner. Place snaplids and rings in separate saucepan of boiling water and boil for five minutes. Jars, lids and rings stay in boiling water until ready to be filled. Fill Jars: Ladle conserve into hot jar to within 1/4 inch of rim (this is called ‘head space’). Cont’d. on Page 27

Bottoms Up It’s worth a trip to Virginia wine country 40 Fallingbrook Rd. This lovely Beach home,

set on a large lot, has warmth, character, beautifully reno’d kitchen & bathrooms, an inviting front porch, high end kitchen appliances, gas fireplace & more! Substantial updates make this a solid family home. Steps from Courcelette School. Private drive, garage. OPEN HOUSE $1,199,000. Visit www.40Fallingbrook.com Sept 12 & 13 • 2-4 for pics, video!

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n a recent trip to central here, you’ll be sadly disappointed. Virginia wine country, I was Edward Finstein Styles definitely tend to lean to the wine writer, award-winning author, TV and really impressed with the “Old World” with great expressions radio host, educator, judge winedoctor.ca region. It’s hard to believe of their terroir and understated oak thewinedoctor.blogspot.com @DrWineKnow that there are around 275 wineries in treatment. facebook.com/EdwardDocFinstein the state. Time spent there in search In Fishersville, check out Barren of vinous delights, culinary wonders, Ridge Vineyards for their exotic 2013 hospitality, and American history will not be disappointing. Viognier and tropical fruity 2013 Traminette. Two delightful The central part of the state is a hotbed for wine producproducers are located in Crozet: King Family Vineyards and tion. Here, the Blue Ridge Mountains play a huge part in Stinson Vineyards. All King Family wines are superb. The this region’s terroir because of granite-based soils. Snuggled clove-laden 2013 Merlot, smoky 2012 Petit Verdot, Bordeauxup to the slopes of these mountains, the Monticello and like 2007 Meritage, and marmalade-like 2013 Lorely are Shenandoah Valley AVAs are great producing areas. Histori- particularly noteworthy. At Stinson be sure to try their cally, Thomas Jefferson spent a long time in Monticello strawberried 2014 Rosé, cedary 2013 Merlot, and peachy trying to grow European grapes. Over the years many grape Vidal Blanc-based 2013 Sugar Hollow White. varieties, including Viognier, Chardonnay, Vidal Blanc, Petit Charlottesville offers a great dining experience at “The Mansing, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Tannat, Local.” Head Chef Matthew Hart thoughtfully prepares all Syrah, and Norton have flourished. meals with flare and gusto. In Keswick, at Keswick Vineyards, try their fragrant 2014 V2, Viognier/Verdelho blend, Central Virginia is a bit warmer than further north in the smoky 2013 Chardonnay, honeyed 2013 LVD Viognier, and state and benefits from a longer growing season. Generally, wineries at somewhat higher elevations in the region watermelon-like 2014 Norton Rosé. have slightly cooler temperatures while those lower down You simply must stop at the Barboursville Winery. Owned or in the valley are warmer. Humidity is substantial, makby famed Italian producer Zonin, it’s a real treat. Deciding ing grape growing challenging and resulting in an overall what local wines to try here is hard as all are excellent. shortage of fruit and slightly higher pricing for the wines. If you’re looking for “New World” California-type vinos Cont’d. on Page 27

JACQUIE HARRIS Sales Representative

Real Estate Homeward, Brokerage jacquie.harris@rogers.com

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PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY HEALTH DR. KARIN RUMMELL & ASSOCIATES OPTOMETRISTS 1914 Queen St. E. (E. of Woodbine) Mon.- Sat. by appointment

missfit.ca in-home personal trainer 416 888 6465 michelle@missfit.ca

Norm Spence

416-691-5757

Personal Trainer & Pilates Instructor

BEACHES OPTOMETRY CLINIC Dr. Linda Chan Optometrist

intelligent exercise ~ profound results®

416 716 2367 normspence@bell.net www.NormSpence.ca

Studio at Victoria Park & Kingston Rd.

951 Kingston Rd. (West of Victoria Park)

416-691-1991

Evening & weekend appointments available

DR. DAVID JEONG DENTIST 2107 Danforth Ave.

BALSAM DENTAL Family Dentistry * Open 6 days a week * * Evening hours available * New patients always welcome 2200 Queen St. East (at Balsam)

416-691-8555

www.balsamdental.com

DR. LINDA WINTER Psychologist

Dogs, cats, pocket pets. Housecalls available.

HOUGHTON VETERINARY HOUSECALL SERVICES Vaccines, examinations, diagnostics, palliative care, and home euthanasia provided for your pets in the comfort of your own home.

Dr. Barbara Houghton 647-221-5516

Reiki Master

Individuals & Couples Services disponibles en français Insurance Coverage 47 Main Street (at Lyall Ave)

416-693-5611

Nancy Christie, M.T.C.

416-694-4380

www.drlempert.ca

Dr. Jody Levenbach Psychologist

Children and Young Adolescents Assessment • CBT Social Skills • Parent Coaching

jdlevenbach@gmail.com 647-891-2603

BEACH EYE CARE CENTRE

2128 Queen St. E. (Hammersmith & Queen)

OPTOMETRIST

Mindfullness Psychotherapy • depression • trauma • anxiety • relationship • creativity • free initial consultation

416-691-3768

www.mindfullnesstraumatherapy.ca

Catherine Allon, BSc, MEd Psychotherapist, since 1998 Heart Centered Coaching Life & Relationship Issues

416-694-0232

Dr. Neil Carvalho, OD

www.energyawakening.com

Accepting new patients Friday, Saturday

Judy Gould, Ph.D.

416 698 0054 crystalbeachoptical.com

Experienced Psychotherapist

Dr. Andrea Snider Psychologist

Children and Adolescents Assessment~CBT~Parent Consults evening and weekend appointments

416-737-4325

Relationship Difficulties • Anxiety Depression • Body Image Concerns Physical Illness • Free Consultation 816 Pape Ave. (near Pape/Danforth)

416-465-4225 www.judygould.com

Carol Henderson, MA Counselling Psych.

DR. A. LYNNE BEAL Psychologist

Reaching your achievement potential For children, adolescents & adults

9 Fernwood Park Ave. www.dr-a-lynne-beal.ca

Psychotherapy for indidviduals and couples. Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Anger Management Insurance clients welcome. Evening and weekend sessions avail.

carolannehenderson@gmail.com 416.219.2671

Tara Shannon M.Ed. Counselling Psychology

416-433-9726

PHYSIOTHERAPY PHYSIOTHERAPY @ Beaches Health Group Yvette Sedgewick 2212 Queen St. E. 416-690-2076

KEW GARDENS HEALTH GROUP Massage Therapy • Physiotherapy Osteopathy • Naturopathic Medicine

2181 Queen St. E., Suite 305 (at Lee)

416-907-0103 www.kewgardenshealth.com

Psychotherapy for Individuals and Couples Insurance clients welcome Evening & weekend sessions available 579 Kingston Rd (corner Main), Suite 118

416 698-6960 tara@tarashannon.ca

Beatriz Mendez B.A. B.Ed. M.A. DipTIRP

Psychotherapist

Kriens LaRose, LLP

Chartered Professional Accountants • Accounting services for owner-managed businesses. • Personal and corporation income tax preparation. • Audit and consulting services for not-for-profit organizations

www.krienslarose.com

416-690-6800

Melani Norman

CPA, CMA Accounting Issues and Systems, Bookkeeping, Personal and Corporate Taxes

Call 416-471-0337 Emily C. Larimer CPA, CGA

• Bookkeeping • Personal and corporate tax services • Accounting services for small businesses and t he self-employed Call: 416-693-2274 emily@eclarimercga.com www.eclarimercga.com

ABSTAX

ACCOUNTANTS & TAX CONSULTANTS HOME CALLS & PICK UP SERVICES AVAIL E-FILE PERSONAL & BUSINESS TAXES SPECIALISTS IN CDN & US TAXES CASH REFUNDS 416 699 6641 abstax_2000@yahoo.com 161 Main St., Toronto, ON, M4E 2V9 Serving the Community for Over 30 Years

LAWYERS/LEGAL Dashwood & Dashwood Barristers & Solicitors

Geoffrey J. Dashwood 961 Kingston Rd. Tel. 416-690-7222 Toronto, M4E 1S8 Fax. 416-690-8738

Snider & DiGregorio Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries. 978 Kingston Road, Toronto, Ont., M4E 1S9

Tel: 416-699-0424 Fax: 416-699-0285 Email: info@sdlegal.ca

O’Reilly, Moll & Mian

Pauline Coogan, MEd, RP

Registered Psychotherapist Respectful, Mindful, Compassionate 32 Berwick Avenue, 2nd Floor (Yonge & Eglinton)

Body-Oriented Therapy • Energy Healing Mindfulness Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Chronic Pain, Stress Management, Trauma/Addiction

Free Initial Consultation • Leslieville (Queen/Pape)

416-524-0404 www.silviamtherapy.com

DENISE M. F. BADLEYCOSTELLO Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Family, Real Estate, Wills Business, Immigration, Small Claims Court 2069 Danforth Ave (Woodbine)

416-690-6195

CARL A. BRAND BARRISTER & SOLICITOR NOTARY

961 Kingston Rd. Toronto, Canada M4E 1S8

Tel: 416-699-5100 Fax: 416-690-8738 brandlaw@live.ca

927 Kingston Rd. (W. of Vic Pk)

THERAPY LOUNGE

416-699-5320 • Free Parking

www.therapylounge.ca

Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries

Real Estate, Family, Litigation Wills & Estates, Corporate

416-691-3700

Queen and Hammersmith

416-694-2868

(at Victoria Park, next to Tim Hortons)

Beaches Wellness Centre

690-0000

Dr. Johanna Carlo Chiropractor

NEW LOCATION 2130 Queen Street East

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416-698-7070

KATHRYN WRIGHT

ASHBRIDGE’S HEALTH CENTRE

Barrister & Solicitor

Family Law & Mediation 416-699-8848

2239 Queen Street East www.kathrynwrightlaw.com kathrynwrightlaw@gmail.com

Paul J. Cahill

Personal Injury Lawyer Car accidents, Slips and Falls, Disability Claims 220 Bay Street, Suite 1400 416-643-3857 pcahill@willdavidson.ca

Linda Bronicheski, Lawyer Beaches Family Law Effective Resolution of Family Law Matters 47 Main Street, Toronto 416-763-6884 Linda@BeachesFamilyLaw.com

Susan T. Dixon

Family Law Lawyer 2120 Queen Street East (@ Hammersmith)

416-693-2733

www.dixonslaw.ca

Shellyann Pereira

(Licensed Paralegal) Small Claims, Provincial/Municipal Offences, Landlord & Tenant/other Tribunals, Letters, Mediation etc. Call for a Free 30 min. Consult

647-693-6221

579 Kingston Rd., #110, Toronto

Peter J. Salah Hills, Salah LLP

Family Law & Estate Planning We Collaborate, Negotiate & Litigate.

www.East-Toronto-Therapy.com mendez.smith@sympatico.ca

Silvia Mocanu, MSc, Certified Integral Healing Psychotherapist

416-709-6654 www.leslievillefitness.com

Tel: (416) 962-2186

300 Main Street 416-690-3324

416-690-2417

Personal Training

20 Leslie St. (free parking)

Chartered Accountant • Corporate & Personal Tax • Specializing in small to medium business • Financial advice 21 St. Clair Avenue East, Suite 502

Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries Public

Low Fee - High Value Therapy

416-721-5928 pauline@paulinecoogan.com www.paulinecoogan.com

Achieve your fitness goals today! Andrew Walmsley B.P.E. Leslieville Personal Fitness

William F. Deneault

Danforth Avenue at Main Street

Clinical Member, Ontario Society of Psychotherapists

WELLNESS Private fully-equipped studio Qualified and experienced

98 Scarboro Beach Blvd.

Su Willson, B.MUS, R.M.T. & ASSOC.

DEGEN’S HEALTH GROUP Dr. Wade Whitten, D.C. Dr. Tanja Degen, D.C., CPT Dr. Christina Carreau N.D. 1089 Kingston Rd.

Complete financial services for the business owner, manager, entrepreneur & self-employed Corporate and Personal Income Tax Services Bus: 416-270-9898

Bert van Delft

Chiropractor

Glover & Associates

KATO ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Past Life Regression

Psychologist & Psychoanalyst

~Discovering A Better Way Together~ www.janedelamere.com Email: delamerej@gmail.com Phone/Text: 647-971-4739

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1906 Queen St. E. (1 block east of Woodbine)

CHRISTINE KATO, B.Sc., D.V.M.

Spiritual Psychotherapist

Dr. Linda Iny Lempert

Jane Delamere, M.Sc.

Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario Individual, Couple, Family Counselling 22 Years Dedicated Experience

John H.

416-767-CASS (2277) x 207 416-795-4899 (cell) 416-491-0273 (fax) garrycass@sympatico.ca

CRIMINAL LAWYER

Abina Murphy, R.I.H.R.

416-691-1071

Adults, Adolescents, Children 177 Danforth Avenue #301A 416-778-4242 www.christinaconnell.com

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT

PSYCHOTHERAPY

Consultations • Therapy Individuals • Couples Over 20 years experience. Located at Queen & Wheeler

Registered Psychotherapist

GARRY M. CASS

BARRISTER & SOLICITOR Estate Planning/Real Estate/Business House Calls

David Faed

416-690-2112

416-696-1800

BA, Dipl. TCPP, RP

ACCOUNTING

VETERINARIANS

2830 Danforth Ave. (East of Dawes Rd.)

(at Woodbine Subway) New patients welcome. Open Saturdays.

Christina Connell

416-752-8128 www.hillssalah.com

QUINN Family Law Shelley C. Quinn LL.B. 1749 Danforth Avenue Toronto, ON M4C 1J1 t. (416) 551-1025 www.QuinnFamilyLaw.ca

KAMRUL HAFIZ AHMED REAL ESTATE LAWYER 416 690 1855 [P 416 690 1866 [F 2972 DANFORTH AVE.

Dr. Emily Howell Jackie Leesun Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Orthotics Registered Massage Therapy

1522 Queen St. E. 416-465-5575

Dr. Tyrrell Ashcroft Dr. Thien Dang-Tan

OMEGA HEALTH + FITNESS ART, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Graston 1089 Kingston Rd. (at Victoria Park)

647-317-6017

www.omegahealthandfitness.com

Dr. Scott Dunham 2181 Queen St. East, Suite 305 (at Lee)

416-907-0103

www.kewgardenshealth.com

416-698-5861

416-916-7122

URBAN CALM THERAPEUTICS Stephanie Gage, RMT Cami Rahman, RMT Caitlin McAulay, RMT 1789 Queen St. East, Unit 6

416-698-3157

Jen Goddard, R.M.T. Neville Park Health Group 2455A Queen St. East

416-690-6257

Jane Boyle, RMT, CYT Registered Massage Therapist Reiki Sensei, Reflexologist ~20 years of quality care~ 81 Beech Ave. (at Queen E) 647-240-8121 Janeboyle.com

ARCHITECTURE/DESIGN Stephen G. King, Architect

Member Ontario Association of Architects

Serving the Beach & East York for 30+ yrs

W. MORRIS DESIGN

416-423-2289

COUNSELLING Do you think differently? Gifted/ADHD Support & Coaching School/Workplace Performance Children/Adults Mary Lynn Trotter, MSW, RSW 416-875-9474 marylynntrotter@rogers.com www.adhdtreatmenttoronto.com Ask about insurance coverage

Nancy Leach, M. Sc., BMCP from the author of

The Body Means Well

Support for chronic or life-threatening illness through Counselling, Body Therapy, and Meditation

647-838-1849

www.mindfulwayconsulting.com

JOB STRESS?

(416) 694-8181 www.stephenkingarchitect.com

ARCHITECTURAL AND INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANTS DESIGN CONCEPTS AND PERMIT DRAWINGS WESLEY MORRIS, ARIDO, IDC, AATO

416-261-9679

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Interior Designer

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MASSAGE THERAPY

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Advanced Therapeutics

studio tangent architects

Kevin Oates, R.M.T. & Assoc.

contemporary new construction, additions, renovations open-minded 3D design process

(Since 1989)

BEACHES MASSAGE CENTRE

Chiropractic Acupuncture A.R.T. / Laser 2212 Queen St. E.

Massage Therapy • Reflexology 2245 Queen St. East • 2nd floor • Open 7 days per week •

1004 Coxwell Ave @ O’Connor

Coxwell Chiropractic Centre

Dr. Janet D’Arcy

Dr. Kelly Robazza Dr. William Chan

Megan Evans, RMT, CRHP & Associates

Chiropractor & Cert. Animal Chiropractor

Dr. Mark T. Garbutt D.C.

CHIROPRACTORS

Open Saturdays

416-694-6767

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416-690-6257

Voted “#1 Spa in Toronto” - Trip Advisor

Chiropractor

Kew Gardens Health Group

1398 Queen St. E. (east of Greenwood Ave.)

Chiropractor Neville Park Health Group 2455A Queen St. East

• Hours incl. evenings & Saturdays •

416-469-3879 (open 7 days) www.advancedtherapeutics.ca

Zabiullah Khaliqi, RMT Randy Groening, RMT

2212 Queen St. E. (at Spruce Hill)

416-690-5185

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Just Be-Tween Girls Club

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Part time RECE & Assistants needed for Community Centre 55’s busy childcare centres. Possible hours: 7:00-9:00 & 2:30-5:30/6:00, Sept – June following the TDSB calendar of operation. Supply work available through the day. Must have vulnerable sector check no older than 4 months as of September 8th, Standard First Aid and be 18 yrs of age or older. Please submit resume & cover letter via email, fax or drop off at the centre. Attention Sarah at: sarah@ centre55.com or fax 416-691-8269. Thank you for your application however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. (13)

Commercial Space for Rent

OFFICE SPACE McArthur & Son Business Centre Air conditioning, boardroom, kitchen area, copier, etc. Individual offices from $425/mth. 577-579 Kingston Rd. @ Main St.

Paul McArthur 416-821-3910

paulmcarthur@rogers.blackberry.net www.mcarthurbusinesscentre.com (r)

DELUXE PENTHOUSE

CONDO IN MEXICAN PARADISE Spend the holidays or escape winter! Weekly and monthly rentals 2 bd, sleeps 4, modern kitchen, 3 pools, private beach club and sports club. Casa Patricia 2 in Nuevo Vallarta at

www.casapatricia.ca Pat at 416-694-6900

(12$)

Private House Sales CONDO FOR SALE IN MUSKOKA Sell in the Beaches - Live well in Muskoka 1300 sq ft condo in Huntsville Private treed lot, walk to all amenities. Asking $249,000 Further information and pictures, go to comfree.com under heading Huntsville, Ontario or call

705-787-0777

(12)

For Sale Moving Sale - Quality Items 416-795-1106 Sideboard - Cdn Maple, (3 yrs old) Chair/footstool (leather) 4 Maple Dining Chairs Copper Still Table coffee glass/one side table English Oak chest, vintage

$700 $450 $200 $150 $100 $425

(12)

(14r)

EXACT TAX SERVICES TIM O’MEARA TAX ACCOUNTANT

416-691-7556

Personal • Small Business Corporate • Back Filing (12) Expert Bookkeeping, Small business specialists, Strong on QuickBooks, Simply Accounting, “cloud computing”. A la carte services. Affordable (14r) rates. Antonella 416-464-2766 Hudson’s Bookkeeping Services: Bookkeeping, GST/PST, Payroll & Year End. Contact Daphne at 416-616-4593 or (13) www.hudsonsbookkeeping.com

Next deadline is September 14th

1537 O’Connor Drive

(r)

Computer Services

REG’S APPLIANCE 416-691-6893

www.regsappliance.com

•Fast friendly service for 30 years •CESA certified Repairs to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers

(r)

JIM’S APPLIANCE SERVICE

416-HOME-126 (416-466-3126)

KSTS Computer Support (VISA/MC)

(r)

?NEED HELP? PC/MAC SUPPORT

647.281.3084

needhelp_pc_mac@hotmail.com

(12)

ORIOTECH SOLUTIONS INC. 416-450-9626 info@oriotech.com (14)

CALL GLEN

(17)

(r)

10+ years experience Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting, and Handy Work. Randall 416-450-0599 MRFIXIT@rogers.com

(13r)

CLEVER DISPOSAL &

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Specializing in: Residential Demolition, Rubbish Removal, Garage, Basement & Yard Cleanups Driveway Friendly Rental Bins Available (r)

• Junk and Rubbish Removal • Hazardous Waste Pick-up • Small and Big Moves • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country

Call Hakan: 416 899-3980

(20/16)

MAN WITH PICK-UP TRUCK For light moves/deliveries, cleanups, etc. • FIREWOOD Efficient. Best rates. Call Max

416-820-1527

(15)

Best Prices/Free Estimates

SALES, SERVICE & INSTALLATION Free estimates. No service charges.

416-690-8673

(15)

HOME ORGANIZING Need more space and less stress? Space Logix Residential Organizing will help you sort through your stuff to rediscover your time, space and freedom in an organized home.

647-546-3555 spacelogixca@gmail.com

(15)

CERTIFIED

CHIMNEY SWEEP

• W.E.T.T.- Certified • Cleaning / Inspection • Stainless Steel Liners Code Compliance • Masonry Repair nighthawkchimney.ca 416-892-5263 (17)

(w. of Midland) (r)

BLIND AMBITION Custom Window Coverings

(r)

SLIP-ON SLIPCOVERS & Soft Furnishings Slipons.ca Cynthia Lovat-Fraser 416-575-6113

647-235-6690

(11$)

BEACH WINDOW CLEANING & EAVESTROUGHS

416-691-8503

(15)

GALBRAITH CONSTRUCTION AND DISPOSAL LTD.

EXCAVATION: BOBCAT, MINI EXCAVATOR SERVICE DISPOSAL BINS: 6 YARDS - 40 YARDS FOR CLEAN FILL, GARBAGE & BLOCK WATERPROOFING

Experienced, over 35 years in business CALL 416-265-0200 (15)

B&W DISPOSAL

Call Bob 416-699-5306 cell 416-459-4137

2358 Kingston Rd. 416-698-9000

24 HRS 16’ Cube Van & Pick up Truck Service

Backyard Basement Garage cleanups Rubbish Removal Small Demolitions Free Estimates

For estimate call

(r)

SPECIALISTS Fast, Friendly, Reliable Service MOE licensed, Fully Insured WSIB certificates avail. upon request 4-40 yrd Roll-off container service 11 yd pick-up truck service Excavation & Bobcat Service

BUDGET APPLIANCE REPAIR

647-899-9074

Business & Personal Income Tax Computer Bookkeeping & Accounting HELLARRA SERVICES INC. 1232 Kingston Rd., Suite 5 Toronto, ON M1N 1P3

SCARBOROUGH DISPOSAL LTD. WASTE REMOVAL & EXCAVATION

EXPRESS JUNK REMOVAL

Drapes, Blinds, Valances Also Duvet Covers, Shams, etc.

Financial Services

CALL MARY OR JOHN

416 690 0117 • 416 569 3236 (r)

Kevin 416-691-8503

Vienna Upholstery

416-694-6241

(r)

beachlawncare@hotmail.com (16)

www.computer-assist.ca 416-801-6921 (19r)

416-438-6360 www.atlasnetwork.com

WE CLEAN OUT YOUR JUNK NOT YOUR WALLET

“Always on Time and on Budget”

BEACH

Home Decor

Hardware & Software Support Network & Security setup PC/Mac Support, Web Site Design Cloud Services

HALF FAST PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

416-624-3837

(r)

Affordable Certified IT Serving the beach for over 10 yrs

COMPUTER SERVICES

(16)

FULLY INSURED

Repairs to all major appliances, vacuums, and microwaves. Fast, friendly service. Good rates.

LAWN CARE

In-home/office, established professional, support service Serving Beach businesses since 1994 Service plans available

416-264-1495 CELL 416-567-4019

PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS

- property clean ups - weekly/biweekly cut, trim, blow - starting at $15/week

HOME OFFICE: Computer repair

- COMPLETE RECYCLING - DEMOLITION SPECIALISTS

MR. FIX-IT

Household Services

416-706-7130 905-706-7130 www.kleenwindows.ca

416-759-2219

RUBBISH REMOVAL

416-265-7979

Cleaning specialists •Windows •Eavestroughs •Decks •Siding

Kevin Lundbohm, Manager

General Services

WAYNE’S

KLEEN WINDOWS

THE PRINTING HOUSE

Home office & Small business Hardware and software support networking, servers, PC & Mac Proudly serving the Beach community

Out-of-Town

Debra 416-693-6111

Call 416-648-4410

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

BEYOND THE BEAT MUSIC SCHOOL AND PRODUCTION STUDIO

info@beyondthebeat.ca

Books wanted: art, photography, literature, aviation, military, poetry, sports, music, Canadiana, etc. Inno Dubelaar Books, 53 Dixon Ave. 416-694-1329 or 416-878-4319 inno.dubelaar@gmail.com

g o o d o n p a per

(12)

416- 691-5081 or 416 654-5479

Single items or complete estates Wanted: Old furniture, china, silverware, pictures, lamps, figurines, glass, curiosities, etc. Fair market prices guaranteed! Call Terence: 416 466 1404 (r)

We m a k e yo u look

Gym, sauna, billiard/ library/music rooms, etc. Utilities, near to beach, long-term rent.

bettyboop@translationpage.com

We buy! - We pay cash!

Office Services

1 Spacious Large Bedroom Furnished Condo

Live-in caregiver, full time for disabled elderly mate. Anticipated date Sept. 17, 2015

Sept. 19, 9:00 - Noon. All proceeds to Multiple Myeloma Canada. Household, books, records. Miscellaneous. 86 Hubbard Blvd. Rain date: Sept. 20 (12)

416-699-7110 Vlad

Some kitchen & garden furniture, kitchenware, golf clubs & bags. Odds & ends. (12) Rain date: Sun, Sep. 13th

GRAVES WANTED (2)

@ 191 Kenilworth

Men’s Haircuts $13 • Children & Senior $10

(12)

Harding & King

New professionally installed kitchens. Brand new elevator. Quiet private park setting. Very close to beach, shopping, public transit, all amenities.

416-466-3766

Te l : 6 4 7- 3 4 9 - 4 0 1 5

LANDLORDS For Peace of Mind Call

1 Bedroom, newly reno’d suites from $1,399 incl. utils.

Perms for short hair - $28 Pensioner’s Special Wednesdays only 10:30 am to 3:30 pm

Sat. Sept. 12th • 9:00 - 1:00 39 Lyall Ave.

Wanted

BEST IN THE BEACH

(near Coxwell)

YOUR FABRIC DREAM BROUGHT TO LIFE!

Apartment/ Home for Rent

Call now 416-699-9714 x8 www.hardingandking.com

1562 Queen St. E.

• Expert Alterations/Repairs • Refresh old Favourites • Re-line Coats, Jackets • Roman Blinds, Small Draperies, Cushions, etc.

(r)

R.E. Services Inc. Brokerage We make owning real estate & being a Landlord painless, easy & profitable.

Deadline for September 22nd issue is September 14th

Experienced, eclectic Beach resident offering a variety of affordable, flexible and practical support services to entrepreneurs and small business. QuickBooks training also available short or long term.

GARAGE SALE

Fully equipped woodworking shop to share 1730 sq ft Warden & Comstock Call Vince Shop 416-285-9895 Cell 416-399-2342 (12)

17.

(includes HST) For 20 words or less 35¢ each extra word

BOOKKEEPING/OFFICE ADMIN/+MORE

Garage Sales

(r)

(13)

Pet Services PAWS SIT STAY

Walks Tailored To Your Dog’s Needs 5 Star Boarding w/pick-up/drop off Pet Visits/Sitting/Medications Exemplary Loving Caring Service Insured and References Available

Brendalee 416-804-5545 PAWSSITTER.COM

(5/16)

CAT CARE SERVICE Veterinary Technician with 20 yrs experience provides excellent care - Home visits - Boarding in my home - Experienced in giving oral, I.V. and sub-Q medications - Nail trims, grooming matted fur - References

Call Candy at 416 691-3170

(13)

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

BEACH PUPPY LOVE - Providing loving care to beach pets since 2003 - Flexible scheduling - Dog walking, pet sitting, in home boarding - Bonded & Insured

www.beachpuppylove.com

416 389 9234

(13)

Menagerie Pet Services Experienced and reliable care for your pet. Dog walking, cat sitting, and boarding for small animals, birds, and reptiles. Lynn 416 698 9866 (12)

Cleaning Services

All Day Cleaning

MATH SPECIALIST

• In-home tutoring in HS math/physics • Focussing on long-term success • Experience in all grades/core courses

Special for first-time clients. For your home/condo/office. Reliable, trustworthy, efficient cleaning service. For more info, call Beata at 416.233.6462

cleancomfortservices.com

Hire a tutor with in-depth knowledge, practical experience & a real passion for math.

(12$)

TUTORING

OCT certified teacher, over 20 years experience, highly qualified (former dept head in a Senior highschool for Fr. Imm.)

Lauren McFadden

647-377-5283 twincleaners416@hotmail.com (12$)

“A PrettyNEAT(R) Service for a PrettyNEAT customer!” Professional & Personalized Cleaning Services Residential

ULTRA

STEAM CLEANING LTD. CARPET, UPHOLSTERY RUG CLEANING

TO SERVE AND RESPECT

(14)

BEST JOB & PRICE GUARANTEED

416-567-3205

Music

(14)

HEALTHY HOME

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

• Bio-degradable, non-allergenic products used • Drying time 3-4 hours • Bonded, insured, certified Free At Home Estimates!

Call 416-783-3434

*Bonded*

Bach to ROCK We teach it all!

Scarboro Music

(21/16)

Kingston Rd/Vic Park

416-699-8333

*Insured*

(r)

EUROPEAN CLEAN THE HOUSE AND APARTMENT CLEANING COMPANY

PIANO TEACHER

Same day service guarantee Open from Mon. to Fri. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

Susan Kohlhepp

416-729-2077 cell

WWW.EUROPEANCLEAN.COM (12r)

RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING A family business since 1956

Window & Eaves Cleaning Gutter Filter Installation

416 421-5758

rileyswindowcleaning.com

(r)

BEACHES LAWN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

-Lawn Cutting Starting at $15 -Fall Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning Kevin Brown 416-414-5883

info@blpm.ca

(15)

EUROPEAN CLEANING LADIES

offer complete and thorough cleaning service for your house • office • condo Call Ilona 416-427-3815 (15)

HOUSECLEANING WHO HAS TIME ANYMORE? 647 886 8303

(?)

Cleaning and organizing superheroes Eco-friendly Local with references Kelly 647-889-4752 (17r)

EXPERIENCED CLEANING LADY Weekly • Bi-weekly • One time cleaning Reliable & efficient

Contact Irena

Houses, Apartments, Offices

416 931 8222 (23)

Extra-ordinary & Exceptional Weekly and biweekly $15/hr Call Sherry at

416-405-8301

(16)

NEIGHBOURHOOD CLEANER Serving for 20 years Houses • Apts • Condos Moving in • Moving out

VIOLIN LESSONS 15 yrs teaching experience Classical, Jazz, Fiddle, Rock, Improv Beginners welcome Piano and voice also available

Andrea de Boer A.R.C.T., B.M. Berklee College of Music

416-737-2654

(13)

BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE -Fall Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning -Lawn Cutting - Hedge Trimming

(15)

BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE -Lawn Cutting -Fall Property Clean Ups -Fall Leaf Removal - Winter Salting Services info@blpm.ca

(15)

CARE-ADVICE-COACHING Specialist in low maintenance, eco friendly & native gardens consultation - cleanups pruning - planting - containers maintenance - readied for sale Allison 416-693-7214 naturescapeconsult@yahoo.ca (17)

Victoria Gardening

Child Care Available

LeRoux Froebel

Pruning, lawn seeding, mowing, yard clean-ups, interlock levelling & basic carpentry repairs (decks, fences), raking. Fall planting - take advantage of end-ofseason retail deals! Eco-friendly.

Greg 416-693-8678 www.carbontip-toe.com

(12)

CANADIAN TREE CARE

(r)

BALMY BEACH COMMUNITY DAY CARE We provide a positive, encouraging environment for children 2 1/2 yrs to 12 yrs in a licensed, non-profit, parent-board day care. Info. or to register

Tree & Shrub: shaping, thinning, pruning, planting Deadwood or Complete Removal Storm Damage, Dangerous Limbs

416-434-3209 cdntreecare@hotmail.com

(19)

Karen for the Garden (r)

DAY CARE CONNECTION LICENSED, NON-PROFIT HOME CHILD CARE

Garden clean-ups, planting, pruning, weeding and ongoing maintenance. Call Karen or Lisa 416 691 5978

karenforthegarden@primus.ca

LAWN MAINTENANCE COMPLETE LANDSCAPING • CLEANUPS SPRING & FALL • FULLY LICENSED AND INSURED • DISCOUNT FOR SENIORS

For strength, durability and finish, it’s all about the prep. Have it done right, the first time. References, free estimates. Beach Resident

LANDSCAPING

INTERIOR • EXTERIOR WORK

(12)

Nurturing, supportive care, flexible hours. Early Childhood Education Specialists to answer your questions.

VOICE LESSONS Does your child want singing lessons? Do you? Sign up now for fall 2015! Woodbine & Kingston Rd. Contact Hayley Preziosi:

Call 416-698-0750 daycareconnection.net

(r)

EAST TORONTO VILLAGE

www.VoiceByHayley.com 647.479.6866 (13)

Come Shine” to pop, to Celtic, to “Light of a Clear Blue Mornin”.

CHILDREN’S CENTRE A licensed non-profit child care ser ving the Upper Beach for 28 years. w w w. E a s t To ro n to V i l l a g e . c o m THE BEST THERE IS! See our ad on page 17

Wednesdays at 6:30

If you have a good ear, great! If you read, great! We adjourn to the pub for conversation with friendly people, (12$)

BEYOND THE BEAT MUSIC SCHOOL AND PRODUCTION STUDIO Best music school ever now accepting new students on all instruments, limited space available.

(12)

Tutoring HELP WITH MATH & ENGLISH call ALBERTO 416 690 9389 for • new term catch-up • • in-depth homework/test help • • essay-writing + study skills • • numeracy + literacy support • INDIV/GRP TUITION IN YOUR HOME QUALIFIED + EXPERIENCED TEACHER, K-12 PROVEN SUCCESS - REFS AVAILABLE (13)

Proven success with thousands of Beach area students for 12 years

1226 Kingston Road 416-690-6116 www.thestudystudio.com Specialized programs for grades 3-12 and beyond in all subjects. Jennifer Wilson B.Ed. (19) Kim Rauch B.Ed.

Head Start Tutors

One on One Tutoring Grades 3-12 Conveniently located in the Vic Park South Rehab Clinic/Henley Gardens

headstarttutors@rogers.com

Neil Bennett B.Ed./OCT Sally Vickers B.Ed./OCT

Serving the Beach for over 15 years (13)

(r)

FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE FOR ADULTS WITH CHILDREN

B I R T H TO S I X Y E A R S

• PLAYROOM • CHILDCARE REGISTRY • • LIBRARY • DROP-IN BABY TIME IS TUES & THURS AT 1:30 PM WORKSHOPS EVERY 2ND THURSDAY

184 MAIN ST. across from Ted Reeve Arena

*** Free Estimates ***

Design and Build, Interlocking and Natural Stone Repairs

We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more

dave@writteninstonelandscapes.com

Dianne 416 699 5070

647-545-9561

(12)

We have a beautiful space located just east of Gerrard and Woodbine. Excellent programming and organic lunches are served! Servicing children from toddler to 5 yrs. For more information please call

Eloise at 416.691.5799

Balmy Beach School Before/After school care

If your child loves Lego, crafts, stories, costumes, baking, outdoor play, and snuggles, then come join the fun at my home. Will provide receipts, and references. Ten houses from school!

Becky 416 908-5773

Landscapers

* Design + Installation * Planting + Pruning * Garden maintenance/Fall clean-ups * Complete Garden Makeovers

- Free Estimates - Interior/Exterior Painting, Staining, Metallic Surfaces - Fully Trained/Insured - 3 Year Written Guarantee - Committed to the Beaches 416-888-1647 Ref Available Check us out on HomeStars! (12r)

(15)

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER

Scotstone

Traditional stone walls, steps, interlocking paths, patios & decks. Landscaping solutions to customize your space.

www.scotstonecontracting.com Call Scott 416.858.2452 (17)

(12)

Before - After School Care from Balmy Beach School in my home. 20 years experience, great references, receipts. (12) Adrianne 647-289-7776 An experienced Filipina Nanny is seeking a full-time, live-out position for September 1st. Excellent references. (12) Call 647-864-0741

Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs

647 401 7970 The

(12)

FUSSY! Painter

Colouring the Beach Since 1996!, Interior & Exterior. First Rate Team Works Cleanly, Quickly and on Budget Special Attention to Prep, Repairs, Help with Colour, No Job Too Small, Written Quotes.

Movers “Always on Time and on Budget”

Call John (416) 698-2302 or (416) 670-2639

• Small and Big Moves • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country • Junk and Rubbish Removal

www.thegoodmoves.com 899-3980 (20/16)

Call Hakan: 416

A.S.M. MOVERS REASONABLE RATES

fraser_j@bell.net

(19)

The Passionate Painter

Specializing in residential painting. Minor drywall/plaster repairs. 416-997-8908 www.thepassionatepainter.com

(13)

NEW BRIGHT PAINTING

Local. Taking care of your possessions.

416-690-1356 (17$)

- will do small moving jobs - local or long distance - removal & pick up of various items

Green Apple Landscaping

Call Andre 416-422-4864

Award Winning Design & Build

25 years Experience High Quality • On Schedule One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Living Spaces

416-288-1499

www.greenapple.ca

NO MESS, NO FUSS, JUST SUPERIOR WORKMANSHIP, Fully Insured Member BBB • Beach Resident

(r)

416-467-6059 www.stonehengedesignbuild.com (r)

KIM PRICE Landscape Design

416-993-5143 Creating Award Winning Gardens • Design and Construction •

www.kimpricelandscapedesign.com (19)

GREENSTONE LANDSCAPES

Serving the Beach For 20 Years! • Specializing in Interlock, Retaining Walls • All Natural Stone Work, Decks, Fences • Sodding, Planting,Water Features, Lighting, Etc. (19)

BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

info@blpm.ca

CARTAGE & STORAGE

(17r)

(15r)

416-694-2470

No job too small for all your repair and painting needs (19)

Family Owned 10% Discount for Seniors Residential - Commercial Free Estimates (12)

DAVID ANDREW PAINTING Fair, competitive prices, excellent references, professional results, satisfaction guaranteed. Dave 647-770-7690 A local Beach Company

(14)

Painters

Plumbers

Larry’s Painting & Repairs

MIKE PARKER PLUMBING

Family owned & operated 26 years in business

Plumbing • Heating • Drains Renovation, Repair & Installation

416-690-3890

sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca

(r)

PROWAY

Interior • Exterior Residential • Commercial Plastering • Drywall

Free Estimates & References Available

690-8533 Lic. #P-15099

(r)

BEACH PLUMBING Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations

416 691-3555

416.797.6731 (15)

HARM’S PAINTING

647-859-3698

MEN* *MOVE * Single Items too! * $29 / hr. + 1 hr. & up 1 man $39/hr 2-$49 • 3-$65 • 4-$85 7 days Dan 647-763-5257

Dave 416 294 3379

dave@beachhillpainting.com (17)

& HOME IMPROVEMENTS

2 Men + Truck $49/hr Office • Apt. Deliveries 416-830-8183 Licensed & Insured

INTERIOR, EXTERIOR QUALITY PAINTING over 20 years. 100% guarantee

HILLSIDE PAINTING

PAINTING & DECORATING

-Lawn Cutting -Fall Property Clean Ups -Mulching Services -Fall Leaf Removal -Eavestrough Cleaning

416-414-5883

Accurate work & reasonable rates

STUDIO 1

LANDSCAPE • DESIGN & BUILD

416-699-8575

(19)

Watch our videos at

STONEHENGE

HARRY

PAINTING

www.BestWayToMove.com (17r)

(r)

(22/16)

It’s Spring. Time for a new coat.

416-999-MOVE (6683)

Front yard parking pads Drawings • Permits • Build 416-288-1499

newbrightpainting@gmail.com

BEACH HILL

WE MOVE FOR LESS!

Green Apple Landscaping

(2/16)

Home Daycare Loving, caring, reliable, close to Library, Parks - Drop-in centre, Beach Rec Centre, daily outings, reading, crafts. Over 20 years experience. Excellent references. 416-693-5272 (13$)

RYLAN HARVEY

SEAN AT 416-985-8639

(r)

Peek-A-Bears Childcare

(21/16)

PAINTING

Shasta Garden Design

All Season Movers

(16)

‘As Promised’ Painting

Written In Stone Landscapes

MAN WITH CARGO VAN

www.greenapple.ca

416-690-0102

Cell# 647-853-6420

(17)

shastagardens@hotmail.com

ALL LAWN AND GARDEN

(16)

STEVE’S PAINTING & REPAIRS

416-522-7288

(12)

Call Franz 416-690-8722

IDEAL

Free Consultations

Hedge Trimming Clean Up Mulch, Sod, etc.

647 766 7875 John

(17)

416-439-6639

416-414-5883

FRANZ’S PAINTING

Experienced. Reliable. Professional Work Guaranteed. Drywall Repairs. Competitive Rates. Beach Resident.

647-210-LAWN (5296)

416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca

• Weekly & Bi-Weekly Lawn Cutting • Spring Clean-ups • Flower Bed Maintenance • Fertilization & Aeration • Hedge Trimming & Pruning • Seeding & Sodding

• SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1976 •

Specialized programs in all subject areas

(12)

All ads may also be viewed at www.beachmetro.com

Marlene 416-698-5668

416-272-9589

Free Estimate

Barbara 416 389-8120 416 690-0433

(19)

THE STUDY STUDIO

Cleaning Lady

(12)

416-698-1923

416-699-3772

info@beyondthebeat.ca 647 341 2264

647-270-7889 Kapica.mon@gmail.com

www.lerouxfroebel.com

APPRAISALS

Contact: sheilabb@rogers.com

Private Tutor

Ontario Certified Teacher 8 years experience Gr. 1-8 All subjects Gr. 9-10 Math/Science Gr. 11-12 Bio/Chem

•18 months to 12 years •Preschool daycare & after school program 72 Main St.

PIANO TUNING REPAIRS AND

Inspire Math

• One-on-one tutoring at your home • Specialized in Function/Calculus/IB/GMAT • 15+ years experience w/competitive knowledge • 2 Masters (Math Edu. & Applied Math) in USA

Bilingual School

(13r)

DEANNA CLEANS

d.cleans@yahoo.ca

(r)

Now’s the Time! Sing everything from “Come Rain or

BOOTHY’S

416-825-9705

416-690-2289 sjkohlhepp@gmail.com

All Welcome

Contact: Marion @ 647-406-4681 or: marionklein@hotmail.ca (15)

Naoki (Japanese): 647-778-4322 inspiremathcanada@gmail.com (12)

Visit us at www.prettyneat.ca

647-992-6328

(14)

French / German / Spanish

TWIN CLEANERS

We give 100% at everything we do.

416-875-1883 math.avopticom.ca

IN THE BEACH LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTS

Garden & Tree

BEACH METRO NEWS

(19)

50 years in the Beach

(r)

BEACH METRO NEWS

ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING

LTD

Professional Quality Service Repairs-Renovations-Installations

Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537 (r)

NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING

20% Discount off any competitor’s written quotation. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 (8/16)

TOM DAY

Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622 24 hr. - lic# P1624

(16)

Cascade Plumbing GTA Waterproofing Specialist All Plumbing, camera inspection, power washing, snake drain cleaning, sump pumps, drainage systems, and back water valve installations. Great affordable rates. Fully licensed.

(17r)

DRAINS Dishwasher & Gas Repairs

Heating, Boilers & Radiator Repairs Reno, Repairs - LICENSED

416-265-4558 Cell 416-727-1595

(17)

MASTER PLUMBER

PLUMBER CONTRACTOR Fully licensed & insured. Lic #T94

Lic: 7006786

(13r)

NEED A PLUMBER Toilets • Faucets Leaks • Drains Very affordable All work guaranteed 416-558-8453

CONTRACTING CO.

416-833-3006

Big or small we do them all VISA / MC / AMERICAN EXPRESS

POWER

(19)

Call: 416.939.7833

(13)

MASTER ELECTRICIAN ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706

George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872 (13r)

MBX ELECTRIC LTD. Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations (15)

Carpenters

PLUMBING SERVICES

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ROBINSON CARPENTRY For quality craftsmanship

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(r)

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REX NORMAN CARPENTRY

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(19)

G. LOCKE

(12)

(12$)

LOCAL ELECTRICIAN Fault Finding Knob & Tube Rewiring Service upgrades Insurance certificates

GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC CELL 416-875-5781

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ESA LIC# 7002668

CEJA ELECTRIC Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades

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The Horan Company

CARL 647-787-5818

(r)

CLAYTON ELECTRIC Proud To Have Served Our Community For Over 50 Years Specializing in Service Upgrades and Knob & Tube Wiring

(6/16)

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FINE INTERIOR - EXTERIOR CARPENTRY • PLUMBING GENERAL REPAIRS DECKS + FENCES (12)

Metro Lic. # E-594 / ACP # M-R1507

FREE ESTIMATES 15% less best price guaranteed Work done by Andrew Clayton

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(r)

MURPHY

ELECTRIC ECRA/ESA#7004508

Knob & tube • No job too small

416-690-0173 Cell 416-529-5426

(23/16)

416-694-7402

(19)

All Types: Ceramics • Natural Stones Vinyl • Cork Hardwoods • Laminates Floating and Plank

Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed Gus:

416-910-8033

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Gord Walker 416-694-2119

(r)

BERGERON ROOFING

Shingle & Flat Specializing in Flat Roofs All Work Guaranteed 35 yrs. experience

(17)

(15)

647-859-3698

(19r)

Alan Burke 416-699-4350

(r)

416-691-8693

(r)

MASONRY CHIMNEYS - REPAIRS OR NEW

BRICK, BLOCK, STONE WORK TUCKPOINTING, COLOUR MATCHING CONCRETE WORK - REPAIRS OR NEW BASEMENT WALKOUTS 416-463-9331 (r)

42 Years Established in the GTA / Beach (r)

Marc 416-617-7205

SILVERBIRCH

FLOORING SPECIALIZING IN SANDING & STAINING JIM 647 405 8457 416 691 8457

(11/16)

(r)

GODFREY RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS LTD. Complete Kitchen, bathroom & basement. Interior/Exterior Painting & Carpentry. Doors, Windows, Siding, Fences, Decks, Patios

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416-375-5191

Queen St. Roofing

BEACH RENOVATIONS

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CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, PAINT PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, TILE Licensed & Insured 30 YRS LOCAL EXPERIENCE ON TIME/BUDGET www.beachrenovations.com

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Bathrooms • Kitchens • Basements Flooring • Tile and Mosaic

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Flooring, Tile, Carpentry & all types of small & large renos Call Rob & Steve at:

647-967-7366

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FANTASTIC DECKS + FENCES

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SMART HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING • Furnace cleaning & inspection • Service, maintenance, repair • New equipment installation • Oil to gas conversions • Licensed & Insured

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www.smartgta.com

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MR. HARDWOOD FLOORS All about wooden floors Serving Toronto since 1981

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Call 416 876-4986 (12)

Scotstone

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Call Scott 416.858.2452

(17)

Architectural Floor Plans

Fully insured, municipal license & WSIB reg’d Free Quotations • Excellent references

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Sam Capetano

TILE + STONE

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All work guaranteed. 25 years experience Free estimates

Specialty, Residential, Committee of Adjustments, By-Laws, Construction Disputes

647-859-4232

(12)

JASON THE MASON

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Creative Construction

(11$)

TILE

We can handle all your renovation needs. Additions, Basements, Painting, Plumbing, Flooring, Electrical, Etc. Call Chris

416 - 903 4120

(16)

647-808-7977 (r)

HARDWOOD

•PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE REPAIR •MINOR REPAIRS

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• Waterproofed showers & saunas • Tile leveling system (floors & walls) • Counters, islands & vanities • All work done custom on-site!

647-967-7366

porcelain. marble . limestone . glass . ceramics

JUST DRYWALL + TAPING

GUY

416-694-2488

(r)

•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL

Call C.J. 647 222 5338

(23)

(13)

CJ DRYWALL & PAINTING

*60+ years Experience*

Drywall, Plastering, Taping 15 yrs Experience • Excellent Job Call Mike 416-854-7024 647 833 7024 (5/16) Fax 647-341-6104

SERVICES “No Job Too Small”

416-691-8241

“Reclaim Your Basement”

Stucco • Moulding Wall Systems

ED GODFREY

(12r)

Underpinning Specialists

YOUR STUCCO

HANDYMAN

(22/16)

DESIGN-BUILD-RESTORE Basement Lowering Quality Work by experienced home renovator

www.totalrenovations.com

•NO JOB TOO SMALL• Metro Lic. #B9948

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(r)

Architectural Design-Build

Mark Denington

416-264-8517

416-467-6735

www.stonehengefoundations.com

TOTAL RENOVATIONS INC.

• CARPENTRY / TRIM • DRYWALL PATCHING • SMALL JOB SPECIALIST “Serving the Beach Since 1980”

416-999-2333

Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean. No job too small.

FOUNDATION REPAIR WATERPROOFING

416-752-1585

(12)

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Call today for free estimate

www.tradeprocontractors.com

Commercial & Residential Flat Roof Specialists Flat Roofs Shingles Roof Repairs Free Estimates All Work Guarantee

416 858 0253

Competitive prices • Satisfaction guaranteed

TRADEPRO GENERAL CONTRACTORS INC ADDITIONS KITCHEN & BATHROOMS

Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984

(15)

PLS Masonry offers over 20 years home repairs experience in the GTA

www.handydan.ws Dan 416-699-2728

416-699-0958

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TILE INSTALLATION

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WOODY’S

HANDYMAN SERVICES

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Free Estimates • Metro Lic. B17416

(16)

(15)

Flooring Installer

Residential, Commercial, Retail, Home Offices Senior Rates

Andrew, the Roofer

416 660 4721

BILD member & Reno Mark contractor Fully licensed and insured (WSIB)

Coleman Contracting & Company

Telephone Systems

“Oftentimes, a repair is all you really need”

Drawings, Permits & engineer all provided

General repair • Painting, Electrical • Plumbing 10 yrs plus experience References Available handymanwoody@hotmail.com

Cable & Telephone Wiring

Roofers

416-698-2613

Innerspace

COXWELL ROOFING

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TOTAL INTERIOR RENOVATIONS Specializing in: Kitchen Design • Bathrooms Carpentry • Drywall • Floorings Basement Apartments Decks & Fences Met. Lic. Gord Walker B-8357 416-694-2119 (r)

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GNOMEWORKS

Additions, Second storeys, Drawings, permits & Architect provided BILD member & Reno Mark contractor 26 yrs experience, Licenced

MARIO 416-690-1315

(r)

the handyman

Trades

For all your Interior Finish and Carpentry needs. Renovations from the basement to the attic. Local and On-time.

CUSTOM CARPENTRY

free estimates

*Ask For Photo I.D.*

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416-659-7003

Repair - Reno - Restore

HILLSIDE ROOFING

416-625-2851

ECRA/ESA LIC#7001069

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Flat Roofs and Shingles Aluminum Siding • Fascia Soffit Sky Lights • Eavestrough

Kitchens • Built-Ins Shelving • Wall Units

HOUSE FRAMING/CARPENTRY

DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183

FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.

Handy Dan

Met. Lic. B-16-964

CUSTOM WOODWORKING

416-823-7314

Foundation Repair/Waterproofing

KEW BEACH ROOFING GENERAL CONTRACTING

Steve 416-285-0440

Professional Carpentry

Electricians

416-690-1430 • 416-266-8953 quotes@citywideroofing.ca www.citywideroofing.ca (19)

GALAXY

Call Vince Shop 416-285-9895 Cell 416-399-2342 www.galaxywood.ca

647-781-2417

For all your roofing needs In the Beaches since 1974 FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

CANADIAN CONTRACTORS

Glenn 416 837 9298

Licensed & Insured

CITY WIDE ROOFING

416-466-9025

PORCHES, DECKS, FENCES

Backwater Valves, Repairs, Waterproofing, Water services Ask about City rebates for backwater valves

(r)

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CABINETRY, BUILT-INS

DRAIN SOLUTIONS

Lic - Insured • Free Estimate

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INT/EXT TRIM & STAIRCASES

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416-694-7497 ~ 416-423-4245

Accomplished Finish Carpenter 25 yrs exp

Local 24hr Plumber

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Flat Roofs & Shingles Aluminum Siding ~ Fascia & Soffit Eavestrough Cleaned & Replaced Tuck Pointing & Much More

(12)

MARTIN PETROV

ALL TYPES OF ROOFS

Lic. & Ins.

Call Marc 416-910-1235

(r)

Over Twenty-five Years in the Beach

Bill Watson 647-283-0095

(12)

Tel. 416-569-2181

Don’t call them, call those roofers

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-Flat Roofs-Shingles-Eavestrough Toronto Fire/Police References An Honest Family Service

THOSE ROOFERS

Electrical

COMPANY

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George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872

Call:

LANIGAN’S

Electric

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ATLANTIS PLUMBING &

ACE

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Tuesday, September 8, 2015

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Tuesday, September 8, 2015

BEACH METRO NEWS

East End walls get multiple mural makeovers By Andrew Hudson

SPARROWS, SOCCER players and a cricket ball are all flying in a new mural painted this summer in Crescent Town, below right and bottom. Local resident Marie Burrell phoned Beach Metro News to say how much she enjoys the mural, which covers a long wall beside the footpath to the Victoria Park subway. “I like the cow’s eyelashes,” she said, laughing about a historical scene that shows cows and chickens at the old Dentonia Park Farm. Burrell also recognized some people in the mural, such as a cyclist fixing his bike, who actually lives in the neighbourhood. Neighbourhood Link’s Michelle

Ilios said the mural was a partnership with Community Centre 55 and Street Art Toronto, and came about after counsellors in Neighbourhood Link’s summer Kick Start program got tough questions from kids about racist graffiti on the wall. Rather than just masking the graffiti, Ilios said the new mural represents people in the neighbourhood, who spoke with the project’s artists about what they would rather see. At right, sun sparkles on a compass recently painted by Toronto sidewalk artist Victor Fraser at Main Square. “Everybody knows north, south, east, and west,” said Fraser. “It sort of transcends religion and culture

and everything else.” Fraser has painted some three dozen sidewalk pieces across Toronto in the last 20 years, using a long-lasting mix of chalk and water-based paint. A crest he painted outside 52 Division station has so far held up for more than a decade. While a few of his pieces have been commissioned by the likes of the Raptors, Pearl Jam, or Alicia Keyes, most of Fraser’s work is done of his own accord. “It brings beauty to otherwise gum-infested city sidewalks that wouldn’t get it otherwise,” he said, laughing. “I guess I’m like a Banksy that doesn’t hide or use stencils.” Fraser’s work can be found on Instagram, and on his GoFundMe page.

PHOTO: ANDREW HUDSON

Below left, Camila Wong and Vero Diaz work on a mural designed by artist Sean Martindale. The project, organized by East End

Arts, will beautify the sound barrier wall on the edge of TTC property on Coxwell Avenue just south of Danforth Avenue.

PHOTO: PHIL LAMEIRA

PHOTO: ANDREW HUDSON

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Bottoms Up, continued from Page 22 Taste their chocolaty, red Bordeaux-like 2009 Octagon, sandlewood 2007 Cabernet Franc, stewed fruit 2008 Merlot Reserve, and savoury 2010 Nebbiolo, to name but a few. Be sure to dine at their on-premise Italian restaurant “Palladio” – the food is magnifico. Madison hosts Early Mountain Vineyards. A floral 2009 Trump Rosé and melon-like 2014 Pinot Gris are well worth the effort. Spend the night at the secluded Rockwood Farm and have the entire cottage to yourself, complete with a swimming pond. Bridgewater in scenic Albemarle County is home to Bluestone Vineyards with their toasty 2013 Estate Chardonnay, red-berry 2013 Rosé, cassis

and licorice-like 2010 Meritage, clove-noted 2012 Houndstooth and tropical fruity icewine-style 2013 Estate Blue Ice. Rhone-style wine lovers will dig Muse Vineyards, with their barrel-fermented nutty 2013 Roussane and spicy blackberry-like Grenache-based 2013 Calliope. These are but a sample of the producers and wines awaiting you in central Virginia. No question, it’s a gem of a wine growing region with tons to offer the consumer. The next time you’re in this neck of the woods or motoring south for the winter, consider a side trip to this state’s wine country. I’m sure you’ll be as enamoured with it as I am.

BEACH METRO NEWS

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

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Family Home

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A 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom family home in highly desirable South Ajax. Beautifully maintained with numerous upgrades. Conveniently close to schools, Lake Ontario, shops and Ajax GO station.

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