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Randall’s Stationery era ends ‘Pot shop’ licence awarded to iconic Kingston Road store site
Beaches Terry Fox Run set for Sept. 15 By Amanda Gibb
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JinWoo Lee and his wife HaeKyung Shin have been running Randall’s Stationery on Kingston Road since 2003. They bought the business from the Randall family who had run the store since the 1930s. The couple is now retiring and the store will close on Sept. 10.
RANDALL’S STATIONERY on Kingston Road will close its doors in early September, ending more than 80 years of business for the store in the community. Founded in 1934 by the Randall family, the store has been operated since 2003 by JinWoo Lee and HaeKyung Shin who bought it from the family at that time. The couple, originally from Korea, are now holding the closing sale for Randall’s and are also inviting the community to come for tea on the final day, which will be Tuesday, Sept. 10. In a letter to their customers, the couple thanked the community for its support over the 16 years they have operated the store. They are planning to retire and have sold the property, which includes the store and the apartment they lived in above the store. “As of September 10th, we will be closing Randall’s Stationery for our retirement,” they said in the letter. “For the past 16 years, we are grateful for the kindness and generosity of our neighbours and also their patience for our English. “We started our new life in Canada with Randall’s and we had an amazing run. Both of our children grew up in the neighbourhood and their involvement in the community during their time at Malvern was special. As for us, the interactions with the community through events like Kingston Village Festival is something that we hold dear and we will never forget. We wanted to keep the history and memories of Randall’s Stationery, but we feel sad the we couldn’t carry on the legacy. “We thank God for the opportunity to take over the store from Mr. Randall and it makes us sad that we have to leave the store behind us.” Continued on Page 2
Queen and Kingston closure to start on weekend By Amanda Gibb
THE INTERSECTION of Queen Street East and Kingston Road, as well as surrounding roads, will be fully closed beginning on Saturday, Sept. 7. The closures will last for seven weeks as work is being done to re-
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place streetcar tracks and wires, and to improve the safety of the intersection. Partial closures of the intersection will be in place until the end of December of this year. “The big benefit of this project will be safety improvements and more reliable streetcar service. The track is due for replacement. The
streetcar platforms will also be upgraded to comply with AODA, Ontario’s accessibility requirements. With the track upgrades, we’ll extend the life of the tracks, and we’ll also be better equipped for the new streetcar,” said Beaches East-York Councillor Brad Bradford. Bradford said that the work will
be coordinated across multiple departments to complete streetcar track work, replace overhead wires, and improve the safety and accessibility of the intersection. Work will be conducted 24 hours a day and seven days a week to ensure the project is completed as Continued on Page 2
THE TERRY Fox Run in the Beach will take place on Sunday, Sept. 15. The run will begin at 9 a.m. and continue until noon at the foot of Woodbine Avenue at the Woodbine Bathing Station. Registration for the run begins at 8:30 a.m. Terry Fox ended his journey running to raise money for cancer research 39 years ago: running for 143 days, through six provinces, and covering 5,373 kilometres. Today, his legacy lives on as Canadians throughout the country run, walk, or bike to raise money for cancer research. Pamela Politano has been the organizer of the Beaches Terry Fox Run for four years and said she had volunteered before becoming the organizer. “I was a little kid when Terry did the original run, I remember seeing updates of where he was and how he was doing.” When Politano’s stepfather was diagnosed with lung cancer 11 years ago, his passing sparked a desire to contribute more to cancer research. “I had always been involved, but then I really wanted to give back and help be more involved with raising money for cancer research. I just wanted to help more,” she said. She said that she was always inspired by Terry Fox and that she felt when cancer affected her and her family that she had even more of a connection. The main thing about the Terry Fox Run is continuing his legacy, she said. “I always say to people that we’re helping him continue his Marathon of Hope, his dream,” said Politano. The Beaches Terry Fox Run route is accessible for people rollerblading, cycling, with strollers, or using wheelchairs. To register online or to find more information, please visit www.terryfox.org
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Montessori School had assumed preschools and daycares would also fall within the 150-metre exclusion zone given that they are licensed by the Ministry of Education. “At first when we heard about the cannabis licence, we thought it was a mistake and there would be a quick fix,” said Jacques. “We contacted the ministry and they said they would get back to us, and then we’ve heard nothing.” Beaches Montessori School has 62 children attending between the ages of 18 months to five years in four classrooms. They follow a regular school year schedule with classes from September to June, and a daycare in the summer. “There’s a lot of misinformation out there right now, and we’d like it to be explained,” said Mitchell. Among their concerns are crowding on the sidewalk at school dismissal times, given that many cannabis stores have seen long lineups of customers. Beaches-East York MPP Rima Berns-McGown said the Ministry of Education
has made a big mistake by not having clear guidelines regarding the distance between cannabis stores and preschools and daycares. “The issue is not are there going to be weed shops, the issue is how far from schools will they be,” she said in an interview with Beach Metro News. “They don’t know what they’re doing. They seem like they care more about six year olds than five year olds,” Berns-McGown said. “This is a Ministry of Education issue and they screwed up.” She said the fact that Ministry of Education had yet to call back Beach Montessori on the issue was “shameful.” The Randall’s site is not the only one in the area to be awarded a cannabis licence in last month’s AGCO lottery. Another lottery winner was Jason Krulicki, at 24802490 Gerrard St. E., on the northeast corner of Victoria Park Avenue. That address was the source of much controversy when it was suggested as the Ontario Cannabis Store’s first location in April of 2018.
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riety of opinions on whether Continued from Page 1 In an interview with the location is right for a canBeach Metro News last week, nabis retail outlet, especially JinWoo said that many cus- given its location which is tomers are coming in and close to a number of high saying how sad they are to schools. see them go. Also adding to the contro“So many customers have versy and confusion over the heard the news and are com- cannabis retail licence for ing in and they are so sad, the Randall’s site is its proximity to the Beaches Monand me too,” he said. Lee said he does not know tessori School which is four what will happen to the doors west along Kingston iconic Randall’s sign which Road and less than 150 mehas fronted the store at 964 tres away, which is the excluKingston Rd. just west of sion distance the Ministry of Scarborough Road for de- Education has said cannabis cades. stores must be from schools. Further adding to the comHowever, the Ministry of munity’s concern and inter- Education guidelines apply est in the closing of Randall’s to schools teaching students is the fact that the location ages six and older (the comhas been awarded a licence pulsory age for education.) to be a cannabis retail outlet There do not seem to be any by the Alcohol and Gaming Ministry of Education guideCommission of Ontario in its lines regarding preschools with students ages five and recent lottery. The ownership of the li- under. vision for distance, cence is underHelp the correct name of Julie Mitchell and Leigh near and everything in between, Najla Guthrie, according to Anne Jacques are the ownsimilar to bifocal, progressive glasses. ers of the Beaches Montesthe AGCO’s website. Lee said he did not have sori School and they say they any information on the new have been unable to get any property owners or on any clarification from the minisplans for a cannabis retail try regarding preschools. They and many of the paroutlet. There has been a wide va- ents of students at Beaches
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Continued from Page 1 quickly as possible. Various TTC services will be rerouted around the intersection. The impacted routes are the 143 Beach express bus, 501A Queen streetcar, 501R and 301 B Queen buses, 22/322 Coxwell bus, and the 502/503 Kingston bus. Most businesses will remain open, and traffic will be rerouted along Dundas Street East to connect Queen Street East and Kingston Road.
“We’re making sure to do everything we can to keep local street access open and to keep businesses operating. The city has programs in place for compensation in instances where business might be impacted,” said Bradford. Residents who will be impacted for parking will be notified, and there will be extensive signage posted about the closure. Some Beach residents have raised concerns about congestion and disruption
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following the closures. “Why a complete closure? Couldn’t work begin on the westbound Queen and Woodbine loop tracks leaving the eastbound tracks, and the current right lane open for one lane of traffic in each direction?” asked Beach resident Bruce Budd in an email forwarded to Beach Metro News. “There’s no denying the construction coming to Queen Street and Kingston Road is going to be disruptive but it will also bring a
lot of positive improvement,” said Bradford. “I’m grateful for everyone in the area for being patient while we do this necessary work.” For full information on the project, closures, and TTC diversions, please visit www. b r a d b r a d fo r d . c a / q u e e n kingston-construction For specific questions about the project, please contact Paul Martin at 416392-3074 or downtownconstructionprojects@toronto. ca.
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A NEW Rocca’s No Frills grocery store on Coxwell Avenue appears well on its way to being open by the end of this year. “We’re still planning to have the store open and servicing this great community by the end of the year,” said Loblaw Companies in a state-
ment sent to Beach Metro News in late August. The store closed suddenly in May of 2016 leaving many residents who depended on it in the lurch. To take care of those customers, Loblaw has been running a shuttle from the Rocca No Frills parking lot to Dave & Charlotte’s
No Frills on Carlaw Avenue since the closure.Rocca’s No Frills announced on May 11 of 2016 that it was closing immediately as the building was in need of urgent repairs. Since that time, the majority of the old store was demolished and the rebuild has been taking place.
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Socks and Sandals Fest to raise funds for stabbing victim Cann By Fiona Bramzell
ON SATURDAY Sept. 7, Leslieville will experience a sartorial event like no other – the first annual Socks and Sandals Fest to help raise funds for the victim of a stabbing on Queen Street East in late July. This celebration of the summer style everyone loves to hate will be in the form of a pub crawl along the Leslieville Queen Street strip, from 5 to 8pm. The fundraiser will start at the Queen’s Head pub, and
participants will show off their finest ‘S+S’ styles while visiting establishments that include The Burren, Lloyd’s and The Duke. The event has been organized by long-time Leslieville resident and Newstalk 1010 radio host Jim Richards as a way to not only get the community out for a fun, fashionchallenged event but also to raise money for stabbing victim Dylan Cann, a Beach resident who is unable to run his contracting business while recovering from his injuries.
Cann was stabbed late on the night of July 25 on Queen Street East near Hammersmith Avenue. A 19-yearold man was arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with the incident. Those wishing to participate in the Socks and Sandals Fest are asked to pay what they can and to leave the car at home. So, don your best (or worst!) socks and sandals and head on down to Leslieville for what is surely the first fashion event of its kind in the city!
GoFundMe page set up for child who is battling rare form of cancer By Amanda Gibb
SEVEN-MONTH-OLD CHARLOTTE Breen is battling for her life at SickKids Hospital, and her family, including her aunt in the Beach, is looking for support from the community. Charlotte has a disease called HLH (Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis) a rare and severe immune deficiency. “It’s (HLH) incredibly rare. It’s not something I ever knew about. And everyone I’ve ever spoken to, they have no clue what HLH is,” said Billy Breen, Charlotte’s father. Treatment requires substantial treatment such as chemotherapy, steroid injections, and antibiotics. “Even our specialists right now, specializing in HLH can’t
give me proper answers, because it’s so understudied. And no one really knows a lot about it,” said Billy. Charlotte has been diagnosed with Primary HLH, meaning she will require a bone marrow transplant and extensive recovery. As of right now, Charlotte does not have a donor and is currently on the waitlist. Charlotte’s parents Billy and Tamara Bellamy-Breen have been in and out of SickKids Hospital with Charlotte and need to spend time with their daughter to comfort her through her ordeals. They will also need to be home with their daughter to ensure her healthy recovery post-transplant. A GoFundMe page has been set up for Charlotte by Allysha Breen on behalf of
her brother and sister-inlaw. So far, the GoFundMe has raised over half of the $40,000 goal. “My brother is unable to work right now and his wife was already on maternity leave before this nightmare began. Their entire life has been turned upside down and their daughter is all that truly matters now. Unfortunately, their world stops but the bills and expenses do not,” Billy’s sister Allysha wrote on the GoFundMe page. “All donations will be used accordingly to assist Charlotte and help her family stay afloat.” The family also plans to hold a fundraiser sometime towards the end of the year. To donate to the GoFundMe campaign, please visit gf.me/u/ubtymi
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GARY WILLIAMSON was born in Toronto, raised in his family home on Frenchman’s Bay and the Wheeler Avenue home of his grandmother Doss, who gave him his first lessons on the piano. He was identified as having perfect pitch at the age of four when he began his piano studies under Miss Birch, a Beaches piano teacher. At the age of 12, he performed a solo piano recital at the Royal Conservatory of music. He was also “gifted” academically and was in an accelerated class at Williamson Road and entered Malvern Collegiate at a younger age than many of his peers. He took extra classes at Malvern, studying Russian, while excelling at maths and science, continuing with his piano studies at the Conservatory, and playing piano in the Malvern Dance Band
Gary Williamson played jazz with the top musicians and at the top venues in Toronto and around the world. under the tutelage of George McRae. After graduation, he was accepted into Engineering at U of T. However, his heart was not in his studies there. He continued to play in jazz bands on weekends and travelled north to play at resorts such as the Muskoka Sands in the summer. After his second year he withdrew from university
and focused on his music. He began playing professionally in 1964. At that time he began studies in harmony and arranging with Gordon Delamont in Toronto. In 1968 he took a freighter from San Francisco to Yokohama with his friend Gary Morgan. When his money ran out he connected with another piano player who had too many gigs and asked Gary to fill in. He met the love of his life, Rose, while living in Tokyo. Gary performed with many bands, travelling throughout Asia to Korea, Thailand, Viet Nam and Hong Kong and finally to Hawaii from 1968 to 1972. While other band members would go back to their home base in Tokyo after a gig, Gary, and later he and Rose, would stay on and immerse themselves in the culture and explore. Rose and Gary married in 1973, then settled on Nor-
mandy Boulevard in 1976. There, they cultivated their garden and raised their two children, Tai and Sue May. Gary dedicated himself to music and had a very successful career recording, touring and performing with many jazz greats. He worked with almost everyone in the Toronto jazz scene and backed visiting “greats” in the various leading clubs. He performed frequently at Bourbon Street, in its heyday, performing with legendary jazz figures including Junior Cook, Thad Jones and Dexter Gordon. He played and toured with ‘Nimmons N Nine Plus Six’ and recorded with everyone from Phil Nimmons, and Ed Bickert to Katherine Moses, Charlie Gray, Sam Noto and Hagood Hardy. He travelled with the Dave McMurdo Jazz Orchestra to the Soviet Union in 1991 just prior to the political upheaval. He played at Toronto’s famed George’s Spaghetti House in the 1970s and later at the Senator, Montreal Bistro, “The Rex”, as well as Koerner Hall. Gary performed at 14 separate Sound of Toronto Jazz concerts at the Ontario Science Centre from 1977 to 1997, once as a solo pianist (on March 7, 1983). He was also a dedicated educator who enjoyed teaching the next generation of musicians at the Etobicoke Board of Education and the Jazz Studies Faculty at the University of Toronto. He also taught at the Banff School of Fine Arts, a Humber College Music Camp, ‘Chamber Music and All that Jazz’ at the University of New Brunswick, and the U of T’s Big Band Workshops. He enjoyed a quiet retirement at home and spent his time doing crossword puzzles, perfecting his favourite recipes, gardening, reading and studying the works of Bill Evans, Chopin and Duke Ellington. Gary successfully battled throat cancer in 2014. When it was again diagnosed in 2018 he was less fortunate. Gary was fully engaged in his treatment. When offered chemo, he asked about the side affects and was told it could affect his hearing and sensation in his fingertips. He quickly told the doctors to come up with something else. “I play the piano. That’s what I do. I don’t want to lose that.” And they did find another treatment. And he continued to play at home and even with his friends who came to jam with him when he was very ill. He lived until April 17, 2019. – Wendy (Williamson) Trainor is Gary’s sister.
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Work on the mural on the east side wall of the Foodland store at Queen Street East and Lee Avenue is continuing, as this photo taken last Thursday shows. Weather conditions over the summer months havw put the project back a bit as it was originally scheduled to be finished in time for the Beaches International Jazz Festival’s Streetfest at the end of July. A final completion date for the mural has not been released, but it is clearly getting closer to being finished.
Publisher convicted of spreading hate sentenced to house arrest THE PUBLISHER of Your Ward News, 77-year-old LeRoy St. Germaine, was sentenced to 12 months of house arrest at a hearing held Thursday, Aug. 29, in Ontario Court. In January of this year, St. Germaine and the paper’s editor, James Sears, 55, were found guilty of promoting hatred against women and members of the Jewish community. Sears was sentenced to 12 months in jail on Thursday, Aug. 22, by Ontario Court Judge Richard Blouin. In delivering the sentence to Sears, Blouin said he would have given Sears an
even stiffer sentence had the law allowed it. He said Sears and Your Ward News “promoted hate to a vast audience in an era where online exposure to this material inexorably leads to extremism and the potential for mass casualities.” Judge Blouin suggested a sentence of 18 months would have been more appropriate, but one year was the maximum he could hand down. After the sentence was delivered, Sears was led from the Toronto courtroom in handcuffs. Earlier this week, Sears was released on bail pending
an appeal of the sentence. In sentencing St. Germaine to house arrest on Aug. 29, Judge Blouin that St. Germaine did not pose a danger to the community. The sentence means St. Germaine will be under supervised house arrest and must remain in his home except for medical appointments and one day of shopping a week for necessities. The Crown had been seeking a six-month prison sentence for St. Germaine. In a statement released on Aug. 29 after St. Germaine’s sentencing, B’nai Brith Canada’s Chief Executive officer Michael Mostyn said he had
‘Forest Bathing’ set for Glen Stewart Ravine RESIDENTS ARE invited to take part in a “Forest Bathing” session in the Glen Stewart Ravine on the morning of Thursday, Sept. 12. Forest Bathing is an immersive nature experience that benefits participants by breathing the fresh air near trees. Next Thursday’s walk
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Make road safety a priority as students are returning to class Alan Shackleton Beach Metro News Editor
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chool is back in as of today for thousands and thousands of students, teachers and parents across our city. If you are a student or a teacher, it’s a time of new beginnings. Maybe as a student you are making the jump from elementary to high school, or maybe you are starting your first year of college or university. These are exciting times, and ones that will be remembered forever. We wish everyone good luck as
they head back to class this week, be it at a school they’ve been in for years or it’s the beginning of a new educational adventure. For teachers, it means there’s new students and new possibilities to help teach the next generation, whether it be in Kindergarten or university. Yes, there’s some uncertainty as to what the future might bring given the signals being sent by our provincial government, but for now at least it’s a time of optimism. For parents, this time of year can certainly be an emotional one depending on where your children are going to school. There’s nothing like the first day of Kindergarten to bring out the tears -- and that’s from the parents not the kids.
It’s all part of the process of watching your children start to grow up and letting them start to take responsibility for themselves. And if your kids are heading off to their first year of college or university in another town or moving into residence away from home it can be a tough time emotionally - for both parents and kids. But again, it’s all part of the process of letting them live their own lives. There may well be more than a few parents who went through that experience over the Labour Day weekend as their kids set off for their post-secondary careers. Don’t worry, though, they’ll be back soon enough; and they will have laundry. Indeed, once we pass Labour
Days it feels like a new year or at least season has started, and it brings lots of excitement. This week that excitement is running at its peak, which is why we need to make road safety a top priority right now. Kids are full of energy as they are happy to see their friends who they have missed over the summer, and sadly safety may not be their top priority right at this moment. As parents, we need to remind them to be careful. Even more important, if you are out driving this week and next please take extra care. We shouldn’t have to tell anyone to be careful when in a school zone but it’s shocking some of the bad driving that goes on; especially at pick up and drop off.
There is no excuse for some of the terrible behaviour that can been seen by parents in cars around school zones at these times of day. Please, please look out just not for your own kids but everyone else’s as well. As we’ve heard on numerous occasions from crossing guards when we do stories on them here at Beach Metro News, it is often the parents of students who go to a school who are guilty of most of the dangerous driving. Don’t be one of those people. This should be a time of year that is full of possibilities and excitement. Don’t let selfish or irresponsible behaviour on the roads turn it into a time of tragedy.
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This “classic” Bill Suddick cartoon first appeared in 2013 and is even more relevant today given plans to have cell phone use banned in classrooms later this school year.
Letters to the Editor
Too many cars driving along Queen Street Re: ‘Streetcars are too big for the Beach’, Letters, July 16.
I AM a concerned citizen living the Beach, and I was wondering how many Beach Metro News readers felt the same way I do regarding the great number of cars travelling along Queen Street East to Neville Park Boulevard. There are surely too many. Queen Street East through the Beach is too congested with cars, which often then slows down the streetcars. Remember, one streetcar has seating for 70 people -- who might otherwise be driving 70 cars. Tom Kennit
Water key factor against a Queen Street subway Re: ‘Subway plan would have replaced Queen Street East streetcars’, Letters, Aug. 20.
I HAVE thoughtfully read this letter, and the writer put forth a lot of very cogent points. However, he never once mentioned the senior partner in all our construction, and one who we neglect and ignore at our peril: water. The lake. The millions of tributaries and cemented over rivers that all run south and bring water into Lake Ontario. Lee Avenue at Kew Park has no buildings, it is a park. Why? If they could build on it, they would but it is the water table. What happens continuously at Union Station with the recent construction? Union Station is built south of Front Street and is in the lakebed. Flooding.
What happens in the parking garages built along the lake, shutting the rest of Toronto off from their heritage? Flooding. What happens at Black Creek and Industry Road like clockwork? Flooding (extensive work on the water table has been carried out for the UP train clearances). The old Levy’s site in Weston now has a school in what was the beautiful but tiny wetlands next to the private cemetery of the Denison family. The children can’t use the playground. Contaminated water. Why would a subway in a totally built up neighbourhood one block north of the lake itself avoid the constant flooding of homes, basements, the parks built on the lake. Not consulting Mother Nature is a consistent feature of our wise city elders in their decision making pro-
cess. Disruption of the water table in this area once again would do what? Flooding, big time! Mark Twain used to comment how the whole United States Corps of Engineers could not persuade the mighty Mississippi to obey their engineering plans. Farmers in one state could wake up in another state when the Big Muddy changed its course overnight. Water is the major player in our lives in Toronto. Would you really want to destroy the fragile beauty of what is left? Sandra Richardson
Queen subway would flood WHILE I agree with letter-writer John Bailes that the new streetcars are too big and impractical for
the Beach, a subway along Queen Street would not work because it would fill up with water whenever it rains. There have already been flooding problems at Union Station, and Queen Street is simply too close to the lake. Also, the main cause of the trees not doing well along Queen Street is the idling construction vehicles; they idle for hours, not seconds. He is right that the bike lanes should not be on Woodbine Avenue; emergency vehicles would be delayed in the traffic and lives could be lost. However, the traffic congestion is not an engineering problem; it is a birth control problem - too may people and not enough planet.
Lorna Houston
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8 80 Streets pop up briefly transforms the Danforth By Alan Shackleton
THE 8 80 Streets Danforth pedestrian safety pop up which took place on Friday, Aug. 23 and Saturday, Aug. 24, drew both cheers and jeers. The installation reduced Danforth Avenue to one lane each way for traffic between Woodbine and Woodmount avenues over those two days. The streetscape was then “reimagined” to include a bike lane on both sides of the road and pedestrian-friendly spaces. Generally positive reviews were heard as the pop up was being installed on the evening of Thursday, Aug. 22, and the following morning. However, not everyone was happy to see it. The driver of a blue Ford Econoline van showed his displeasure with the traffic squeeze on Friday morning by launching a tirade of profanity at volunteers and deliberately driving into one of the wooden planters marking the pedestrian and cyclist zone and knocking it out of place. “We’ve had overwhelmingly positive reaction from people since we started work on Thursday night,” said Amanda O’Rourke, executive director of 8 80 Cities which organized the event, in an interview with Beach Metro News on the Friday morning shortly after the incident with the van driver. “There have been some incidences where people are
frustrated because they are trying to get through, but the goal here is to experiment and get feedback and hear what people think about it.” Basically, 8 80 Streets Danforth’s goal is to improve pedestrian safety and find ways for the City of Toronto to achieve its Vision Zero goals through infrastructure changes that make people look at streets differently. The term 8 80 is used to indicate that the streets are safe for children all the way to seniors (ages 8 to 80). It was presented with the support of the Danforth East Community Association, the Danforth Mosaic BIA and Earth Day Canada. Many of those organizations, along with local high school students, volunteered during the event. During a press conference on the Friday afternoon, Billy Dertilis, chair of the Danforth Mosaic BIA, said local businesses were curious to see how the altered streetscape would be perceived. “We are eager to create more inclusive spaces where people can meet,” he said. “We welcome anything that makes the area more inclusive and welcoming.” During the 8 80 pop up, Danforth was transformed between Woodbine and Woodmount to feature separated bike lanes, two small “parklets”, improved lighting, extra seating, and a painted mural at Moberly Avenue. The aim of 8 80 Cities is to
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On hand for the official opening of the 8 80 Streets Danforth pop up along Danforth Avenue between Woodbine and Woodmount last Friday, Aug. 23, were (from left) Audrey Kvedaras, vice-chair of the Danforth East Community Association; Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford; Amanda O’Rourke, executive director of 8 80 Cities; and Billy Dertilis, chair of the Danforth Mosaic BIA. help make road designs and streetscapes that are more “human-centric” and are “joyful” for all people to use, said O’Rourke. Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford was also at the site on the Friday, and pointed out that pedestrian and street safety issues were one of the main concerns he heard during last fall’s municipal election campaign. “There are so many people and families who use Danforth on a regular basis, and this is where they want to be and they want to be safe when they are on the streets and sidewalks,” Bradford said. He said it was not a coincidence that the local BIA and community association were supporters of the 8 80 pop up
Bike lane pilot project study considered for Danforth Ave. By Amanda Gibb
WITH THE approved report allowing a preliminary study on the possibility of a Danforth bike lane pilot, residents have raised concerns about the impact the new cycling infrastructure will have on local businesses. Earlier this month, Beach Metro News published an online article about the Danforth pilot and received almost 100 comments—both supporting and condemning the movement—on our the Facebook page. Danforth Mosaic BIA manager Colin Johnson said that whether or not you’re a business owner, Toronto needs transit infrastructure that is connected, and that interconnected transit systems like the bike lanes are good for the city. But not everyone is on the same side of the argument. “The business community is actually very divided on whether or not they think it’s a good idea. We have people
for and people against (bike lanes),” said Johnson. “We generally as the BIA are looking to find what’s best for the community, for business owners, for residents that use our community, etcetera. We think that a pilot is a relatively low-risk test for a piece of transit,” he said. Johnson said that there’s a mix of customers who choose to drive, bike, or walk to shops on the Danforth, and that they are all viable ways of bringing people to a business. “There need to be some car options. Nobody wants to eliminate the ability to drive a car on the Danforth. But that diversity of options bring a diversity of customers to your store,” said Johnson. On the issue of parking, Johnson said some businesses require it, but it’s about finding out where parking is needed versus where it isn’t. “We need to look at it at a case by case basis, as op-
posed to just doing something blanket, which I think a pilot project is an ideal system to do that. We have the ability to experiment, we have the ability to change, we have the ability to learn,” he said. Johnson said he believes that everyone will benefit from the pilot project. When the bike lane pilot was introduced on Bloor Street between Avenue Road and Shaw Street, economic analyses were conducted before and twice after the pilot was installed in the area of the Bloor Annex BIA, said chair Brian Burchell. A Moneris study was conducted on the sales of businesses within the pilot area, immediately outside the pilot area, and in the control site on the Danforth. “The net result of all that considerable study was that we found that the bike lanes brought us greater economic prosperity,” said Burchell. “Bike lanes are not the bogeyman,” he said.
as it met the goals of safety for residents and increased pedestrian traffic for local businesses. Bradford pointed out that the neighbourhoods along Woodbine Avenue between O’Connor Drive and Kingston Road were full of families who consider Danforth Avenue the centre of their community, and want to enjoy the area in a safe manner. People sitting on the patio at Zav Coffee Shop and Gallery on Danforth Avenue just across from Moberly Avenue went out of their way on the Friday to praise what was taking shape in front of them while they enjoyed a coffee. “We love it,” said Kevin Callahan, who grew up in the Woodbine and Milverton area but was back in town from his now home in San Francisco for a visit to see
his mother. “We love to see the revitalization here and how it’s putting people, and local businesses and residents first,” he said. “Let’s see a focus on foot traffic and people will come to the area and shop at the businesses.” “We love it here,” added mom Margaret. “There are now so many nice places to shop and have a coffee.” However, not all feedback was positive. A letter sent to Beach Metro News on the morning of Monday, Aug. 26, expressed displeasure with the 8 80 pop up. “If the 8 80 Cities folks wanted to harm their cause, they could not have done a better job than with their own pop up on the Danforth,” wrote Michael Ufford. “While they enjoyed
stretching exercises, potted plants and astroturf in the street, hundreds of drivers and their passengers fumed as they waited 20-30 minutes to get past the barricades and through the constricted pavement on Friday afternoon.” He added, “It wasn’t particularly pedestrian friendly and it didn’t even look attractive.” Ufford said such a project was unrealistic in the already traffic-congested streets of Toronto. “The dream of ridding the Danforth of cars is just that: a dream. Especially with all the new condos being built.” The 8 80 Streets Danforth was the first of its kind pop up on pedestrian safety in Canada. For more on 8 80 Cities, visit www.880cities.org
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Community Calendar SEPT. 7: Comics Without Borders at the Isabel Bader Theatre, 93 Charles St. W., 8-10:30 p.m. Featuring Judy Croon, Simmone Park, Carol Zoccoli, Anna Gustafson, Kate Davis, Laurie Elliot, and Ahmed Ahmed. Hosted by Martha Chaves. All proceeds to Variety. Tickets and info: www.varietyvillage.ca SEPT. 7: Hogtown Roller Derby double header at Ted Reeve Arena-Bubble, 175 Main St., 4 p.m. An action packed evening of full contact roller derby! Adults $10, seniors $8, kids 12 and under free! Family friendly event! SEPT. 11-29: Joanne Filletti’s Solo Show at Gerrard Art Space, 1475 Gerrard St. E. Reception: Saturday, Sept. 14, 3-6 p.m. Facebook link: https:// www.facebook.com/events/418160478801480/ SEPT. 12: Join Dr. Kari Krogh for “Forest Bathing”, a nature immersion experience starting at the Balsam Ave. entrance to the Glen Stewart Ravine, 10-11:30 a.m. This walk is for nature lovers who use mobility aids and their support assistants, and anyone else. Register on Eventbrite: Ravine Forest Bathing Walks or contact friendsofglenstewartravine@gmail.com. Also supported by Kingston Road United Church, Courage Foods and Inflow Inventory. SEPT. 13: Friday Night Music with Dan Walek at R.C.L. Branch 11, 9 Dawes Rd., 7:30-11:30 p.m. Free admission. Snacks in the Clubroom. Info: 416-699-1353, www.rcl11.com SEPT. 14: Councillor Paula Fletcher’s Community Environment Day at Jack Layton Way (by Bridgepoint Hospital), 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Drop off reusable and recyclable items such as clothing, small appliances, non-perishable food items and electronics. You can also drop off household hazardous waste for safe disposal and pick up free compost for your garden. The shredding truck will also be available. Community and environmental groups will also be exhibiting. Info: councillorpaulafletcher. ca/event/community-environment-day-riverdale/ SEPT. 14: Grant-Full Food and Fellowship Soup Kitchen at Grant AME Church, 2029 Gerrard St. E., 3-6 p.m. Grant AME Daily Bread Food Bank is every Friday 5-8 p.m. A hot meal is also served. Third Saturday of each month: A free dinner will be served from 3-6 p.m. Info: 416-690-5169 SEPT. 14, 15: Danforth East Community Arts Fair (#DECAF19) at East Lynn Park, Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Artists and artisans exhibits, Emerging Artist Booth, live music, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and more. Info: deca.to/danforth-east-arts-fair/ SEPT. 15: Terry Fox Run – Beaches & East Toronto starting at Woodbine Beach Bathing Station Change House (east of Coxwell, south of Lakeshore Blvd.), registration 8 a.m., open start 9 a.m.-noon. 5 km walk, 10 km bike. Bicycle, stroller, rollerblade and wheelchair accessible. Parking available. Info: www.terryfox.org/run/ SEPT. 15: The Leslieville Flea at Ashbridge Estate, 1444 Queen St. E., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Over 2 acres of green space to explore. Food, beer, music & vintage & handcrafted goods. Info: leslievilleflea.com SEPT. 16-20: Legion Week at RCL Branch 11, 9 Dawes Rd., Mon-Thurs 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This free event is open to the public and features a Canadian history learning experience, memorabilia of veterans past and present, uniforms to try on, and veterans on hand to talk with. Call for a special tour: Helen Pearce 416-690-6388 or helendpearce@rogers.com SEPT. 17: Seniors’ Luncheon at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., 12 noon. All seniors welcome. Free event. Donations welcome. Info: 416-261-4222, Stpauls.scarb@bellnet.ca SEPT. 19: Drop-in Beach Interfaith Lunch at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. We invite adults in the community to join together for soup, sandwiches and fellowship. This is the last of the BIOC summer drop-in lunches before the regular lunch program restarts after Thanksgiving Sunday. Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com SEPT. 19-OCT. 6: September at Studio 888, 2359 Queen St. E. (foot of Spruce Hill). Painted Pieces by Marina Hanacek, inspired by natural and man-made forms and textures. Opening reception Thursday, Sept. 19 from 6-9 p.m. Artist info: www.marinaart.org / hanacek.marina@gmail. com. Open hours for this show: Weds thru Sundays 12-4 p.m., also by chance (open lots) & appointment. Gallery info: 416-200-5551, studio888art@gmail.com, studio888.ca SEPT. 20: Spaghetti Dinner at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., 5-7:30 p.m. Includes spaghetti dinner, garlic bread, and dessert. Cost: $10 (12+), under 12 free. Info: 416-261-4222, Stpauls.scarb@bellnet.ca SEPT. 20-22: ‘Art in the Beach’ Show and Sale at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Friday 6-9 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission. Free draw for an original painting. Donations for the Bluff’s Food Bank welcomed. Info: www.beachguildoffineart.com SEPT. 21: Giant Used Book & A/V Sale at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd., 9-11:30 a.m. Stock up on an entire winter of literary or viewing enjoyment – hard cover, soft cover, coffee table books, cookbooks, children’s, teen’s, romance, fiction, non-fiction, hobbies & craft books, etc. as well as LPs, CDs, DVDs and VHS tapes. Accessible venue.
SEPT. 21: Acoustic Harvest presents Rant Maggie Rant at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., 8 p.m. Tickets $27 at door, $25 in advance at www.acousticharvest.ca. More info: www.rantmaggierant.com SEPT. 21: StrengthBox Challenge for Cops and Kids at 45 Cranfield Rd., 10 a.m. A friendly strength competition and fundraiser to benefit at-risk local youth. Prizes, community, and friendly competition. Anyone (18+) can compete -- all levels and abilities welcome. All proceeds benefit skill-building and mentoring programs between police and at-risk youth through ProAction Cops & Kids. Info, registration, or to make a donation: www.strengthboxchallenge.ca SEPT. 24: Jam Nite at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7:30 p.m. Bring your voice, your instrument, a song to share and join us for a fun, relaxed jam session. No skill level is needed. All you need is enthusiasm to make music together. Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com SEPT. 26: The Vatican Deception at The Fox Theatre, 2236 Queen St E, 7 p.m. Brought to you by Gemini Awardwinning executive producer Mark Terry, and awardwinning director Paul Stark, the film examines several exceptional prophecies published by the Vatican, and an escalating conflict that prophecy says is leading to global ruin. Featuring Chief Vatican Exorcist Father Gabriele Amorth. Advance tickets $10 at www.foxtheatre.ca or www.TheVaticanDeception.com, $11.50 at the door. SEPT. 27: Movie Night at Bob Acton Park, 45 William Hancox Ave. (4 blocks east of Main St., north of Gerrard), 7:30 p.m. Featuring ‘The Goonies’. Info: 416-691-1113 SEPT. 28: Historical Walk with Beach Metro News columnist Gene Domagala, 1 p.m. This Norway Village walk starts at the northwest corner of Kingston Road and Woodbine Ave. SEPT. 28: Beaches Fall Festival at Bob Acton Park, 45 William Hancox Ave., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Games, prizes, food, entertainment, local vendors and more. SEPT. 28: Rummage & Book Sale at Hope United Church, corner of Main St. & Danforth Ave., 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Kitchen items, books, clothes, shoes, purses, videos, records. Great bargains! SEPT. 28: Fallfest at Birchcliff Bluffs United Church, 33 East Rd. (Warden Ave. & Kingston Rd.), 9 a.m.12:45 p.m. Fresh produce, baking, dishes & glassware, gifts & Christmas items, books, toys, draw, breakfast & lunch. Info: 416-694-4081, bbuc.ca SEPT. 29: The Last, Last Chance Car Show at Bob Acton Park, 45 William Hancox Ave., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission, prizes, food and drink for sale. Info: Evonne Hossack 416-691-1113, evonne@centre55.com SEPT. 30: Osteoporosis Support & Information Group Meeting at Scarborough Village Recreation Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd. (at Markham Rd.), 10 a.m.12 noon. Speaker: Dr. Reinhold Vieth. Topic: Further Research Concerning Osteoporosis. All welcome. OCT. 5: Fall Harvest Dinner at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., 6 p.m. Gather with neighbours and friends for a turkey dinner with all the trimmings and dessert. Live entertainment and a singalong to follow. Tickets $25. Presale only, no ticket sales at the door. Info: 416-261-4222, Stpauls.scarb@bellnet.ca OCT. 5: Jazz & Reflection at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 4:30 p.m. Theme: Love featuring The Dorian Group: Gary Gregg on the trumpet, Andrew Smith on sax, Lorne Tepperman on the piano, Jan Ravens on bass and Mark Shannon on drums. Donations are welcomed. Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com OCT. 6-NOV. 17: Mind-Full Chefs at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 10:30 a.m.-12 noon, Sundays. A fun, interactive, 7-session program for children aged 6 to 12 to explore their senses through food preparation, cooking, meditation and yoga practices, concluding with a family brunch for the Thanksgiving Harvest season. Registration required by Sept. 30. Register online at www.eventbrite.ca/e/mind-full-chefstickets-69660826407 or Facebook www.facebook.com/ events/502777340496526, Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com OCT. 19: Soundwave at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 4:30 p.m. Hailing from the heart of Northwestern Ontario, singer-songwriter Brooklyn Doran’s unique sound weaves song and storytelling, creating a harmonious blend of wit and humour contrasted by vulnerable lyricism and haunting melody. Donations are welcomed. TUESDAYS: THE BARONS BAND at Baron Byng Legion, 243 Coxwell Ave., 1-2:30 p.m. Hot swingin’ jazz you can dance to! Info: Paul Hallam 416-444-1956 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.mentalwellness.help WEDNESDAYS: BEACHES GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS meeting at Church of the Resurrection, 1100 Woodbine Ave. (lower level enter through Side Red door), 7:30-9 p.m. No fees or dues, just a desire to stop gambling. Peers helping peers. Help is available. Info: 1 (855) 222-5542
THURSDAYS: DANFORTH MENTAL WELLNESS GROUP at Neighbourhood Link, 3036 Danforth Ave. (at Vic Pk), 6-7 p.m. Peers helping peers with issues affecting mental health. Info: www.mentalwellness.help AL- ANON at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. Alateen members are welcome to attend. Info: 416-691-1113 AL-ANON BEACH R&R GROUP meets Tuesdays at St. Aidan’s Church, Queen St. E. at Silver Birch Ave., 7:30 p.m. (newcomers’ meeting 7 p.m.). Use side door in middle of the building. No fees or dues. BEACH INTERFAITH OUTREACH SUMMER LUNCHES, drop-in, Thursdays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Adults in the community are invited for soup, sandwiches and fellowship. •Sept. 19 – Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave. Info: 416-691-6869 SCARBOROUGH PLAYERS present “Rabbit Hole” at Scarborough Village Theatre, 3600 Kingston Rd. (at Markham Rd.), Sept 6, 7, 12-14, 19-20 at 8 p.m., and Sept. 8, 15, and 21 at 2 p.m. Directed by Maureen Lukie. Free parking, reserved seats, wheelchair accessible. Tickets $24 (discounts for Students and Seniors). Box office: 416-267-9292, www.theatrescarborough.com LIBRARIES MAIN STREET LIBRARY, 137 Main St. •Sept. 7: Stress Relief Through Meditation, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Led by Meditation Toronto. Drop in. •Sept. 18: Don’t Get Scammed, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn about common sales and advertising tactics to recognize when you may be a target. Drop in. •Sept. 25: First Time Job Seekers Workshop, 6:30-7:30 p.m., for ages 18 and up. This workshop provides a summary of employment services where you can get assistance with your job search, including help with improving your interview skills, creating an effective resume, get support with networking activities, and more. •Sept. 28: Quintessential Bellydance, 2-3 p.m., for ages 16 and up. Dancer Evyenia Karmi offers a glimpse into the exotic world of bellydance. Drop in. Info: 416-393-7700 BEACHES LIBRARY, 2161 Queen St. E. •Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies, 2-4 p.m. Cinematic classics, new releases, foreign films and documentaries. Sept. 4 – Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (2018); Sept. 11 – The Sunshine Boys (1975); Sept. 18 – Swing Time (1936) •Oct. 3: Book Club, 7 p.m. ‘Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic’ by Alison Bechdel. Info: 416-393-7703 CHURCHES BEACH UNITED CHURCH, 140 Wineva Ave. All Welcome. Working together to nurture inclusive communities! •Living with Reverence: Sunday Worship Series, Sept. 1-29 at 10:30 a.m., with minister Karen Dale. We will be reflecting on reverence for God, life, nature, self and others. The worship experiences include body blessing, 30 day practice for change, bringing wonder to routine, exquisite respect, flower prayer, kneeling prayer, and shoeless worship. Nursery care & children’s activity time provided. •Gardening Group. We welcome any and all who would like to join us in tending the church garden Sept. 3 and 17, beginning at 7 p.m. All hands welcome! Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. BIRCHCLIFF BLUFFS UNITED CHURCH, 33 East Rd. (Kingston Rd. & Warden Ave.), Sundays at 10:30 a.m. We are a diverse, open, and inclusive Christian community where you will find many possibilities for nurturing your own spirituality and enriching your life, as well as opportunities to serve others through acts of caring, compassion and justice. Our wonderful music program includes special monthly Musical Sunday Services (the last Sunday of each month). Also home to the Bluffs Food Bank, Toby’s Place (a safe space for LGBTQ2S+ Youth) and Dorothy’s Place (serving LGBTQ+ seniors). Whatever you are wearing, whatever you feel about God, wherever you are on your spiritual journey – you will fit right in. Sunday school and nursery care available. Info: 416-694-4081, www.bbuc.ca BEACHES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 65 Glen Manor Dr. (S of Queen) in the heart of the Beach. Worship in a familyfriendly, relaxed environment. Sunday School and Nursery available. Coffee and new friendships are Free! LGTB friendly. Sundays 10 a.m. Info: www.beacheschurch.org, 416-699-5871 Minister: The Reverend Katherine McCloskey FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Rd. (corner of Kingston Rd. and Wood Glen Rd.) Please join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Easy access from the TTC. A welcoming atmosphere with interactive services involving the congregation, choir and minister. Sunday School and Nursery room are provided. The services are relevant to world issues with a focus on care and justice for God’s people, our community and the earth. Friendly atmosphere with fellowship to follow at our FB Café. Minister: Rev. Angela J. Cluney. Find us: www. fallingbrookpresbyterian.com or fboffice@rogers.com ST. AIDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Queen St. E. at Silver Birch Ave. •Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. (Children’s Program & Nursery at 10:30) •Wednesdays: Mid-week service, 10:30 a.m. All welcome. Info: Church Office 416-691-2222, staidansinthebeach.com
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hy is Kew Beach sometimes closed for swimming? The simple answer (not the whole story) is that our storm and sewage infrastructure in the Beach area, and in Toronto in general, is about 100 years old, and in some places, crumbling. Ancient storm and sewage systems that haven’t yet been upgraded don’t work well for today’s dense urban landscape and severe weather events. They can cause untreated sewage to flow into Lake Ontario. Inspectors take readings, and beaches get closed. People who live near the lake know that during big storms, homeowners suffer wet or flooded basements and Toronto Water often sends trucks down to pump out overflowing public catch basins. When I worked at the city I learned that we like to point fingers, and indeed, certain planning decisions or developer actions have made things worse. Thus Toronto has been assertively evolving storm water rules around downpipes, driveways, parking lots, and pavement. One modern solution for managing storm water is the use of permeable surfacing. There are some good products available, made from recycled plastic bags and rubber tires. They help with new rules, and can save money, when compared to hard-surface options. One such product was installed
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Ron Fitton helps install the Ecoraster Bloxx parking lot at Beach United Church. The permeable surface helps manage storm water runoff in the area. recently in a parking lot for the Beach United Church on Wineva Avenue near Queen Street East. Another was installed in Kew Gardens. In the parking lot, a product called Ecoraster Bloxx sits on top of about one foot of clear gravel, according to Ellise Gasner, whose company supplied the surface system. It consists of hard plastic ground stabilizing frames, into which rubberized ‘pavers’ fit, creating a smooth surface. The finished product provides a high filtration rate and almost no storm water runoff. “It comes in different colours too,” said Ron Fitton, a clean energy hero who helped install the new parking surface. “So you don’t have to paint or re-paint the lines for the parking spots.” Gasner explained that for new construction on commercial-size
projects it usually competes well with conventional paving solutions on cost, coming in at 30 or 40 per cent less, partly because of the reduced need for drainage infrastructure. “The water is managed where it lands, with very little runoff into sewers,” she said. The Toronto planning department has increasingly high expectations for runoff, prohibiting it or requiring catch basins and other expensive options. You can clear permeable surfaces with a snowplow just like pavement, and there’s usually less salt needed in winter. At the George Brown College Casa Loma campus, they found that because the water drains better as snow melts, there is less ice formation. “In the first winter they only used salt once. So it saved them money on maintenance too,” said
Gasner. The Bloxx system is made from 100 per cent recycled materials and comes with a 20-year guarantee. “It’s perfect for new projects but not as competitive cost-wise if you’re replacing a residential driveway. You would have to be motivated for environmental reasons, due to the cost of breaking up and removing pavement. But it’s beautiful around the house,” said Gasner. At Kew Gardens a different system was used for a different purpose. Parks department and other vehicles often drive up to the concert stage or baseball bleachers, creating a dirt path that was becoming an unsafe mud puddle. The city wanted to stabilize the ground without using a hard surface, so they put down some gravel with a different Ecoraster product
on top, then put the dirt back into the recycled, very hard plastic frame. It makes driving heavy vehicles in the park safer, without introducing more pavement. Between green buildings, electric vehicles, clean electricity generation and products like these permeable surfacing products, we already have all the solutions we need to defeat climate breakdown. Let’s keep it green! BF Nagy is a long time Beach resident and author of a new book, The Clean Energy Age. He has interviewed more than 700 experts and written 155 articles on clean energy. The Clean Energy Age is available online, from your favourite bookseller or bfnagy.com. It contains expert solutions, success stories and top 10 lists of climate actions for homeowners, business managers, government people and others.
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What a difference four years makes By David Van Dyke
I shot this panorama just east of the Kingston Road and Main Street intersection in 2015 and again earlier this year. Four years ago, I wondered, what developments would be constructed at this historic junction? I guess I could wonder again as to what changes lay ahead in the next four years as the building at the far right has already been demolished since I took the above photo. Did you know that more than a century ago this was one of Toronto’s busiest intersections? It was the city’s only east access point for travellers, farmers, and goods and commodities. Do you have an old photo of a Beach intersection you would like to share with our readership? Please contact me at gdvandyke61@gmail.com
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The Leslieville Beer Festival was held on Saturday, Aug. 24 along Dundas Street East between Carlaw and Logan avenues. The festival was first held in 2014, and since 2016 it has been held along Dundas Street East. This year’s event drew up some big crowds (photo below) to sample a wide variety of local craft beers (photo above of Black Lab Brewery serving up a glass), local food vendors and merchants.
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ummer is officially coming to a close, and what better way to enjoy the last blast of the season than a picnic! Looking for a destination? Picnics are not only a wonderful way to take advantage of the outdoors, but a lovely way to reconnect with family and friends over a meal. Think picnics are just for
weekends? Think again. Take advantage of the evenings with a dinnertime picnic in your own backyard or local park. Rosetta McClain Gardens, with its beautifully manicured grounds and views of the Scarborough Bluffs is just one example. You don’t have to go far to get everything you need! During a recent trip to The Border Vintage at the Leslieville Flea, I spotted a picnic basket, vintage glasses and blanket. Grab some cloth napkins
and inexpensive cutlery from home. Keep these items at the ready so that you can take advantage of picnics throughout the season. Pop into Courage Foods for beet salad with goat cheese, three-potato salad, gourmet pizza slices, and fresh fruit. Add to that Jamaican ginger ale, some potato chips for sharing, and you have a delicious picnic spread everyone will enjoy. Finally, how about a book to kick back with and
digest? Katya, at The Great Escape, suggests Frog and Toad Together by Arnold Lobel, Women in Love by D.H. Lawrence (for the romantic picnic) or, for thrill-seekers, Picnic at Hanging Rock. The Leslieville Flea also invites picnickers to spread out and have a picnic on Sept. 15 at The Ashbridge Estate, 1444 Queen St. E. They’ll even supply you with something to sit on. Hope to see you there! Please follow us on @ leslievilleflea for all of the details.
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Toronto Walk to End ALS set for Ashbridges Bay THE WALK to End ALS in Toronto/Downtown will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m. at Ashbridges Bay Park at 1561 Lake Shore Blvd. E. The Walk to End ALS helps raise money for research and to support those who face the challenges of living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Sarah Reedman, the Toronto Central regional man-
ager for ALS Canada, said in a press release that ALS is an incurable disease with debilitating effects on both the person with the disease and for their families. “The Walk to End ALS is our most important fundraiser to help raise muchneeded funds for research, community-based support and equipment for clients, helping to alleviate the burden of this disease,” she
said. Two to three people die each day from ALS, and once diagnosed, the cost of the disease to the average family is between $150,000 to $250,000, including costs for specialized equipment and lost income. The Walk to End ALS is the largest volunteer-led fundraiser for ALS Societies across Canada. An estimated 400 par-
ticipants are expected to be present at the walk to achieve the fundraising goal of $160,000. There will be a post-walk barbecue, a DJ and a kid’s zone. Registration for the walk will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 14 and the route is five kilometres long. For more information or to register, please visit www.walktoendals.ca/torontodowntown
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e are celebrating the 100th anniversary of Corpus Christi (Latin for Body of Christ) Roman Catholic Church in the Beach named in honour of its founder Jesus Christ who started the Roman Catholic Church 2,000 years ago. We try to emulate all the great teachings, works and charities that Jesus taught us. Here in the Beach this church stands on Queen Street East between Woodbine Avenue and Kingston Road as a monument to all those who have been involved in the good work that has been done by the clergy and parishioners. Nowadays, Corpus Christi is still involved in helping those in need by hosting events such as interfaith lunches, helping The Good Shepherd Centre, and food drives etc… The present pastor, Prasanth George, carries on the good work of the many good curates and pastors that have been at Corpus Christi. This brief history begins with St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church which started in 1807 at the present Parliament and Queen streets. Later, other churches sprang up in the east end of Toronto: St. Joseph’s in Leslieville was started and then St. John’s on Kingston Road at Malvern Avenue in 1892. However, a movement was started during the First World War for a new
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church to be established in the Beach. Father Stanislaus McGrath took up this enormous task and after soliciting all the clergy, he succeeded in establishing Corpus Christi in 1919 close to where it is located today. It started as a wooden building a little to the north of the present church site. In 1927, Father McGrath’s work came to fruition as under the guidance of architect J. Gibb Morton and prominent builders Whitehall & Son, construction on the present church building began. It was built in a 12th century-Roman style and the size was to be 140-by60 feet. Like other Roman Catholic churches, it was to be built in the shape of a cross. The building material was Credit Valley stone and Indiana stone for the exterior. The interior was architecturally pleasing with the column arches in stone. Old oak wood was used in the interior and massive trusses were added in the back of the altar. The sound was one of the best in the city. The rectory was also built in three sections: the office, clergy quarters,
The present Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church on Queen Street East between Kingston Road and Woodbine Avenue was built in 1927 using a combination of Credit Valley and Indiana stone for its exterior. The first church was a wooden building located slightly to the north and was established in 1919. and domestic quarters. It was in the 1970s when the beautiful side mural was done by William Kurelek. This extraordinary work of art is in two stages. On top is the resurrection, and on the bottom it represents the clergy and the parishioners in Woodbine Park in prayer. There is so much to write about this church building, but it is not brick and stone that makes the church, it is the people, who for the past
century have made Corpus Christie what it stands for. The clergy such as Father McGrath, Father Hickey, Father Wood, Father Coffee, Father Ambrose, Father Tourmec, Father Day, Father O’Toole, Father O’Donnel, Father Giroux, Father Douglas and others who worked in the church. The list goes on and on, too numerous to mention them all. The church is not only for baptisms, communions, feast
day masses – it is the Christmas spirit all year long. The church also has its sports people and tennis champs to be proud of from the Beach community. There were great hockey players like Reginald “Hooley” Smith (the Wayne Gretzky of the 1920s) who were from Corpus Christi. Many parishioners also helped the church when it was in need, as there were two major fires and other issues – but that is history for another time. Now we have to celebrate the church. There will be several events at the church itself to celebrate the centenary. There will be two tours of Corpus Christi to show the different parts of the church and the famous mural. The first tour will be on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. starting at the front of the church. The second tour will be on Sunday, Sept. 29 from noon to 2 p.m. There will be guides at both tours to answer questions on Corpus Christi, which is an historic building.
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My Perfect Day in the East End
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Breakfast, the Boardwalk and more in the neighbourhood By Karina Doob
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he East End of Toronto is a great part of the city that is sure to meet all the needs in your daily life — from shopping to walking to eating, there’s something for everyone. Breakfast Place I’d start the day with a Vegan Benedict at Yaya’s restaurant (1186 Queen St. E.) in Leslieville. The stacked guacamole, fried Yukon gold potatoes, and sautéed spinach and mushrooms are the real standouts in this dish – as is their spicy, house-made red pepper sauce topper! It’s one of Yaya’s specialties and it never disappoints. Area for walking/ hiking (either with dog or without!) You can’t beat walks along the boardwalk in The Beach neighbourhood. I try to take daily walks down there on my own, or with my family. The beach and boardwalk aren’t just summer destinations. In summer, of course, there’s plenty of sunshine, sparkly blue water and warm sand to enjoy, but winter can be just as breathtaking. There’s beauty to be found along the waterfront all year.
Coffee shop The loveliest place to grab a coffee or hot chocolate and a delightful (vegan!) treat in The Beach has got to be Tori’s Bakeshop (2188 Queen St. E.) Tori’s is an all-vegan bake shop, though you’d never know it! Truly, their vegan chocolate frosting is more delicious than any non-vegan version I’ve ever tried. What’s more, their delicious selections are made using as organic ingredients and as few as possible. A must-try destination for vegans and non-vegans alike.
and can even modify your dishes to ensure that you get exactly what you have a hankering for. I almost always start with the bruschetta pomodoro and order the vegan spaghetti – they tweak it to my taste by preparing it with tomato sauce, fresh green peas and sautéed spinach. I recommend ordering their vegan chocolate brownie with coconut whipped cream for dessert. Permission to drool granted! Specialty stores (unique, independent businesses) PHOTO: COURTESY CANOE KAYAK CANADA
Grocery/ food stores The Big Carrot, both on the Danforth and now in the Beach (125 Southwood Dr.) as well, are the places I always go when I’m looking for fresh, local, organic produce. They also carry a wide assortment of organic packaged foods, and environmentally friendly cleaning products. I consistently look to the Big Carrot, too, when I’m searching for natural, cruelty-free (and organic!) make-up and personal care products. Lunch place For lunch, I’d stop in for a bite at Il Fornello on The Danforth (576 Danforth Ave). They offer a wonderful vegan/plant-based menu
When I’m in the mood for stand-out wardrobe pieces I always pop into Yoka Fashions (2116 Queen St. E.). Well-known U.S. brands like Michael Kors and Sanctuary along with Dutch/European brands like Sandwich and Nümph that should be known everywhere are available here. They also carry a super-coveted selection of Canadian designer pieces that often sell out before they finish unpacking the boxes! Need a beautiful, flattering date-night dress? Yoka. Want a pair of beautifully crafted, Italian leather combat boots? Yoka. Looking for an assortment of on-trend vegan moto jackets and bags? Yoka and Yoka. What more could you want? Yoka is always the answer to my fashion question!
Members of the Canadian women’s K4 team that recently qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics are Courtney Stott (from the Balmy Beach Club), Lissa Bissonette, Natalie Davidson, and Michelle Russell.
Trio of Balmy Beach Club paddlers qualify for Tokyo 2020 By Mary Beth Denomy
CANADA AND the Balmy Beach Club had a great showing recently at the 2019 ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships. Top athletes from around the globe travelled to Szeged, Hungary, looking to qualify for the 2020 Olympics. Three paddlers from the Balmy Beach Club qualified their boats for Tokyo in 2020. Here’s a round-up of results from the top Balmy Beach participants: Nicholas Matveev was a member of the Canadian K4
(kayak, four-person) crew that earned an Olympic berth. On the women’s side, Courtney Stott was a member of the K4 crew that also secured a spot at the Olympics. She also came in fourth in the K2 500m B division final. Andrea Nelson qualified for the Paralympic Games in Tokyo in the paracanoe KL2 200m. Erica Scarff who competed in the Rio Paralympic Games, came in third in the B final in KL3 200. “This was the most an-
ticipated event of the season and the competition was extremely tough,” said Eleanor McIntyre, Commodore at the Balmy Beach Club. “We had the greatest representation of athletes earning Olympic berths than any other club in the country. We could not be more proud!” The competition was held in Hungary from Aug. 21 to 25. Mary Beth Denomy is the Community Director at the Balmy Beach Club. • MORE SPORTS PAGE 18/19 •
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Arts and Entertainment
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Scarborough Players’ production of Rabbit Hole opens this week
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SCARBOROUGH PLAYERS’ will open their 61st season with a production of Rabbit Hole. Award-winning director and actress Maureen Lukie is back with Scarborough Players’ as the director for the play which opens on Friday, Sept. 6 and runs until Sept. 21 at the Scarborough Village Theatre. Lukie has won the ACTCO Best Director Award three times, most recently for Sense and Sensibility (Amicus Productions), James Joyce’s The Dead - the Musical (Toronto Irish Players) and The Melville Boys (Amicus). She also won Best Supporting Actress in Barefoot in the Park (Amicus). “I am excited to return to Scarborough Players’ after an absence of 25 years when I directed Steel Magnolias! This was one of my favourite productions with people who I still feel connected to,” shared Lukie. “The theatre space offers unique opportunities for staging, the company has been very supportive and eager to bring a beautiful play about something we all experience to life, and that play has attracted a cast that is talented, responsive, funny and compelling.” What has driven this local
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Alex Saul, left, and Holm Bradwell, right, rehearse a scene from the Scarborough Players’ upcoming production of Rabbit Hole which will run from Sept. 6 to 21 at the Scarborough Village Theatre. director and actress to stay committed to performing arts for over two decades? “Community theatre is so open to bringing together people who want to create and entertain. The arts can be a very competitive industry because of the scarcity of funding and the numbers of people trying to make a living; but that barrier doesn’t pertain to community theatre, where your passion and willingness are your currency,” added Lukie. Rabbit Hole by David Lindsay-Abaire is a powerful drama about a couple dealing
with the loss of a loved one. To deal with their grief and family, they will make wrong turns, drift apart, and find support from unlikely places. The play is winner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and is a poignant drama that is a relatable human experience. “I was drawn to this play because its exploration of loss and the struggle to find your feet after loss felt as if it happened to family,” said Lukie. “It’s real, it’s funny, it’s tough and it’s combustible. I think that many of our
audience will feel the same way. Loss hits all of us in different ways and the characters here reflect that. When we look at common experiences, we learn about each other and ourselves and how to find a way forward. When we share our pain with others, we lessen it.” Rabbit Hole opens this Friday and runs to Sept. 21 at the Scarborough Village Theatre, 3600 Kingston Rd. For show times, and to purchase tickets, please visit theatrescarborough.com or at the call the box office at 416-267-9292.
Beaches Film Festival set for this week THE ANNUAL Toronto Beaches Film Festival is on at Beach United Church at 140 Wineva Ave. this Thursday and Friday. This is the festival’s eighth year, and it will feature films produced locally and around the world. On Sept. 5, the theme of the films will be “our actions have consequences.” These films feature documentaries on activism, clean beaches, and adventures. The Sept. 6 theme is “surf’s up around the world,” and
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these films feature surfing, the lives of surfers, aerial waves, and activism. Shows on both nights will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online for $9 for one ticket, or $15 for two. For more info, and to purchase tickets, please visit www.torontobeachesfilmfest.com
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Jakob MacLeod signs his scholarship letter with Ave Maria University in Florida. MacLeod, who attended Malvern Collegiate, has played baseball for the last two seasons at Genesee Community College in New York.
Beach baseball player Jakob MacLeod ready to start scholarship in Florida By Ricardo Vigliano
WHEN WINTER comes, and snow covers the ground, Beach resident and Malvern Collegiate Institute graduate Jakob MacLeod won’t be bothered at all. He will be miles away living his dream of college baseball at Ave Maria University in Florida. MacLeod couldn’t be happier with starting the program on scholarship in September. The Ave Maria University baseball team (Gyrenes) plays in the Sun Conference in the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics), comparable to the Division 2 level in the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic
Association). “Two of the teams were ranked in the top 10 of the NAIA, and those two teams had a couple of kids drafted into MLB (Major League Baseball),” said MacLeod. By the end of October, he expects to be working out every day, with a baseball practice every other day, and four to five games a week. “Life in Florida is actually amazing and I’m going to love it even more when I can wake up at 5 a.m. for our team workouts in November and I can wear shorts and a T-shirt while walking to the gym,” he quipped. MacLeod first stepped onto the diamond at just six years old.
He started with the East York Baseball Association (EYBA), where he played house league. At age nine, he moved up to a rep program, his first experience in competitive baseball. He refers to the EYBA as a “second home”, and praises its importance. “If I didn’t play on the main field at Stan Wadlow (Park), I wouldn’t be able to take a ground ball as well as I do now.” For the past two years, MacLeod has played both pitcher and fielder for Genesee Community College in Batavia, New York. He said that he’d never played so much before, as the season there is shorter because of the lake effect in the winter.
“Our season (in Batavia) is condensed from March to May by playing two games every Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. I have Genesee to thank for taking me to the next level.” Among those who contributed to Jakob’s growth as a baseball player are his parents, and his EYBA coach Andrew Green. “He (Andrew) taught me how to not overthink too much, and that you can only make so much go your way until you throw that first pitch or hit the ball that first time in the game. After that it’s just baseball doing its own thing and if something happens to go your way, then you’re lucky.”
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The Balmy Beach Rugby Club is set to open its new Tubbs and Gee Gage Rugby Field with a pair of games on the afternoon of Saturday, Sept. 14. The field is located just west of Coxwell Avenue, between Eastern Avenue and Lake Shore Boulevard East, just north of the skateboard park. Games begin on Sept. 14 at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Balmy Beach players gathered last Thursday evening to test out the new pitch with some ‘touch rugby’.
Flip-Flop lawn bowling tourney slated By Amanda Gibb
LGBT LAWN bowling tournament Flip-Flop 2019 will be held at Cosburn Park Lawn Bowling Club at 525 Cosburn Ave., on Saturday, Sept. 14. Returning for its fourth year, Flip-Flop is hosted by Toronto Rainbowlers, The Toronto LGBT Lawn Bowling Society. Rainbowlers started in 2011 and has more than 50 members who regularly play at the club. This event, to their knowledge, is North America’s only tournament for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender lawn bowlers. “Flip-Flop is one-of-akind, the most colourful lawn bowling tournament around,” said organizer Kyle Knoeck. “Flip-Flop engages LGBT lawn bowlers in tournament competition while fostering camaraderie. For many LGBT bowlers, it’s their first introduction to tournament competition.”
The tournament will feature experienced bowlers including some provincial and national champions and is formatted in a way that is atypical in Ontario lawn bowling. To make the game challenging for experienced players and accessible for beginner players, pairs will rotate between lead and skip positions, which is why the
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Bricktowne Festival in Greenwood Park THE LESLIEVILLE Historical Society will be hosting the Bricktowne Festival on Saturday, Sept. 7. The 12th annual neighbourhood party takes place at Greenwood Park, 150 Greenwood Ave., from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. There will be bands, great
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This year’s run at Ashbridges Bay offers a three-kilometre route and a 10-kilometre route. The three-kilometre walk/ run is a fun, family focused event that is open to all participants including small children and walking groups. There will be live entertainment and family based activites before and after the three-kilometre walk/run. “Participants will enjoy free activities including jumping castles, sign making, onsite gamess and more,” said Crees. “There will also be live entertainment throughout the day, a pre-race snack, and a Finish Line barbecue featuring more entertainment, giveaways and activities for the whole family to enjoy.” She added that participating in the race is a great way to promote healthier living and physical activity in a fun, family focused way that makes a positive impact on the community. The 10-kilometre race is for competitive runners, with the top male and female runners with the best registered times winning an all-expense
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(includes HST)
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WRITTEN IN STONE
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647-545-9561
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BEACH HILL
PAINTING
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25 years • Free estimates
Dave 416 694 4369
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THE STONE PORCH LANDSCAPING
WG PAINTING
Finely Finished Stone Work
INTERIOR PAINTING
416-265-6674
(12r)
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Movers
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STUDIO 1
CARTAGE & STORAGE 2 Men + Truck $59/hr Office • Apt. Deliveries
WG PAINTING
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NEW BRIGHT PAINTING NO MESS, NO FUSS, JUST SUPERIOR WORKMANSHIP, Fully Insured Member BBB • Beach Resident SEAN AT 416-985-8639
Family owned & operated 26 years in business
416-690-3890
sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca
Plumbers
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PROWAY
Interior • Exterior Residential • Commercial Plastering • Drywall
416.797.6731
proway.painting@gmail.com Free Estimates & References Available
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FRANZ’S PAINTING
Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations
(15r)
SERENITY PAINTING Beach resident with over 30 years exp Interior / Exterior Work Proper Drywall & Plaster Repairs No job too big or small Have the job done right the first time. Referrals & Free Estimates
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*** Free Estimates ***
416 691-3555
50 years in the Beach
(r)
ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING
LTD
Dianne 416 699 5070
Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs
647 401 7970
(r)
NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING
Beach resident for 50 years. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 patrickj480@gmail.com (7/20)
TOM DAY
Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622
(14r)
All Plumbing, camera inspection, power washing, snake drain cleaning, sump pumps, drainage systems, and back water valve installations. Great affordable rates. Fully licensed.
Contact us at 416 602 2128 (13r)
MASTER PLUMBER
PLUMBER CONTRACTOR Fully licensed & insured. Lic #T94
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872
CLAYTON ELECTRIC Proud To Have Served Our Community For Over 50 Years Specializing in Service Upgrades and Knob & Tube Wiring
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MURPHY ECRA/ESA#7004508
Knob & tube • No job too small
647-529-2972 Cell 416-529-5426
(21r)
MASTER 416-833-3006
Big or small we do them all VISA / MC / AMERICAN EXPRESS
(15)
Lic: 7006786
Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872 (15r)
MBX ELECTRIC Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314
Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations
Call Marc 416-910-1235
(13r)
REX NORMAN CARPENTRY
Master of Carpentry specializing in interior & exterior finishing, decks, stairs, windows, doors, railings, book shelving, feature walls and much more. Putting quality first. (19)
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Mario 416-690-1315 www.friedrichbuilds.com
(12.)
CARPENTRY
Complete Bathrooms Small Repairs Renovations 416-456-9999 Follow on Facebook
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by Kevin
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(12..)
ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION! Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed Gus:
416-910-8033
(14r)
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416 694 0906
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Roofing • Flats • Shingles Siding • Fascia Soffit Eavestrough • Skylights & much more Serving the Beach 25 years Metro Lic
416-824-7901
(12...)
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416-466-9025
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647 237 4719
CANADIAN CONTRACTORS
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Alan Burke 416-699-4350
(r)
WATERPROOFING/ REPAIR UNDERPINNING
YOUR STUCCO Stucco • Moulding Wall Systems
Steve 416-285-0440 cell 416-605-9510
Trades
(11/20)
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416 660 4721
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CHIMNEY REPAIRS • TUCKPOINTING BRICKWORK • PARGING CONCRETE • INTERLOCKING PLS Masonry offers over 20 years home repairs experience in the GTA Competitive prices • Satisfaction guaranteed
Call today for free estimate
Marc Text/Call 416-617-7205
(r)
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LEAKY BASEMENT SOLUTIONS
Call Mike • Local - licenced Reasonable ($1,700 Waterproofing - Sump Grant)
416-409-9202
Woodbine - Gerrard
(12...)
(15r)
Since 1998
(22/20)
Superior workmanship 25 years in business Free Design and estimates CWD Productions Inc.
cameron.watt@sympatico.ca Extensive Portfolio (12.)
CANADIAN CONTRACTORS Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984
Steve 416-285-0440
(13)
35 YEARS EXP.
15 yrs exp No job too small! Free Quotes, satisfaction guaranteed - Lic & Ins
Painting, tiling, fencing, drywall, flooring, siding, vanities & much more.
(17r)
JDB MASONRY
DRY WALL - LAMINATE FLOORING - PLUMBING ROOFING - EAVESTROUGH SIDING, CARPENTRY + MORE WATERPROOFING • LICENSED
437-999-1011
(12.)
PRO-KHACHIK CONSTRUCTION Restoration & Renovation
• Brick / Foundation • Concrete / Stone • Chimney & Parging
Call Fred For Free Estimate
Restoration & Build www.jdbuild.ca
416-738-2119
MET# B16348
* ALL JOBS *
HEY HANDYMAN
647-771-0227 jeff@heyhandyman.ca www.heyhandyman.ca
416-826-3918 John www.mgcunderpinning.com maximumgen@gmail.com
Met. Lic. B-16-964
416-999-2333
Cell: 416-312-9291 Cell: 416-712-5120
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CANPRO MECHANICAL Air Conditioning & Heating Experts HVAC / Repair / Maintain / Install Residential / Commercial Rental programs now available
416-606-4719
A HANDYMAN NO JOB TOO SMALL FREE ESTIMATES CALL VINCE
(13r)
647-631-9220
(12.)
THE HANDYMAN
Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean. No job too small.
(13)
Drywall, Taping Trim, Tiles, Painting
marcangelointeriors@hotmail.com (12r)
•PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE BUILD & REPAIR •INTERIOR & EXTERIOR REPAIRS
416-265-6674
CONSTRUCTION
Marc 416 419 4281
SERVICES “No Job Too Small”
Brick • Block • Concrete Steel • Stone www.thestoneporch.com thestoneporch@gmail.com
DECK & FENCE
QUALITY HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS
JOHN CLARKE
THE STONE PORCH MASONRY
“Your basement lowering specialists”
MARCANGELO INTERIORS (13)
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Maximum General Contracting Inc.
FLOORING SPECIALIZING IN SANDING & STAINING JIM 647 405 8457 416 691 8457
mayfairHEATINGandcooling.com
UNDERPINNING & WATERPROOFING
HARDWOOD
Call C.J. 647 222 5338
Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984
•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL
www.galaxywood.ca
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
CJ DRYWALL & PAINTING
BUILT INS • WALL UNITS BOOK CASES • KITCHENS cell 416-399-2342
Maurice (Cell) 647.638.8441 (Bus) 647.344.4557
www.canpromechanicalgroup.com
(14r)
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Residential, Commercial, Retail, Home Offices Senior Rates
SERVICES
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416 824-7901
MAYFAIR HEATING & COOLING
SILVERBIRCH
Free Estimates • Metro Lic. B17416
Metro lic
Telephone Systems
Drywall, Plastering, Taping 18 yrs Experience • Excellent Job Call Mike 416-854-7024 647 833 7024 (14r) Fax 647-341-6104
COXWELL ROOFING
Lic# B16393
(r)
416 467 6735
HANDYMAN
Call Vince:
For all your reno needs, no job too small.
stonehengefoundations.com (r)
416-690-1430 • 416-266-8953 quotes@citywideroofing.ca www.citywideroofing.ca (15)
KEW BEACH
416-659-7003
www.webuildit.ca
Fully Licensed Contractors Guaranteed
GALAXY
CUSTOM WOODWORKING
Instagram @galaxywoodworking (12...)
(r)
Met. Lic. B-16-964
Serving the Beach for 15 yrs.
(19)
Lic - Insured • Free Estimate
(17)
Kitchens - Bathrooms Basements - Doors, Windows Garages - Fences, Decks
FOUNDATION
Doug 416-871-1734 Jeff 647-686-8103
416 903 4120
GENERAL CONTRACTING
Cable & Telephone Wiring
THOSE ROOFERS
We can handle all your renovation needs. Additions, Basements, Painting, Plumbing, Flooring, Electrical, Etc.
FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.
www.laniganscontracting.ca (r)
Creative Construction Call Chris
(r)
Serving Your Community Since 1971
An honest family service in the heart of The Beaches
BERGERON ROOFING
Carpenters
Call Rex 416-889-1963 rexn@rogers.com
LANIGAN’S
J. BROW ROOFING
ELECTRIC
ED GODFREY
416-264-8517
Roofing & Aluminum
Flat Roofs & Shingles Aluminum Siding ~ Fascia & Soffit Eavestrough Cleaned & Replaced Tuck Pointing & Much More
Mark The Plumber
&
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(r)
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537
(19)
PROFESSIONAL PAINTER
CARL 647-787-5818
MASTER ELECTRICIAN
Master Plumber • Lic. & Ins.
We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more
free estimates
*Ask For Photo I.D.*
•NO JOB TOO SMALL• Metro Lic. #B9948
Metro lic #B531 • All Work Guaranteed • Free Estimates
For all your roofing needs In the Beaches since 1974 FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED
ELECTRICIAN
(15r)
‘As Promised’ Painting
Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades
Complete Kitchen, bathroom & basement. Interior/Exterior Painting & Carpentry. Doors, Windows, Siding, Fences, Decks, Patios
Foundation Repair/Waterproofing
CITY WIDE ROOFING
ECRA/ESA LIC#7001069
COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SERVICES RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
Cascade Plumbing GTA
Experienced. Reliable. Professional Work Guaranteed. Drywall Repairs. Competitive Rates. Beach Resident.
Steve 647-853-6420
(r)
BEACH PLUMBING
24 hr. - lic# P1624
(17)
GODFREY RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS LTD.
WET BASEMENT ?
Roofers
ALL TYPES OF ROOFS
416-690-1630
Plumbing • Heating • Drains Renovation, Repair & Installation
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- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work
FREE ESTIMATES 15% less best price guaranteed Work done by Andrew Clayton
www.ontariowaterplumbing.com
416-691-7166
Don’t call them, call those roofers
Metro Lic. # E-594 / ACP # M-R1507
MIKE PARKER PLUMBING
PAINTING & DECORATING
Call Franz 416-690-8722
(13)
MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik
Larry’s Painting & Repairs
Fault Finding Knob & Tube Rewiring Service upgrades Insurance certificates
CEJA ELECTRIC (14r)
newbrightpainting@gmail.com
Restoration Brick • Block • Chimneys Parging • Brick Replacement and more
416-569-2181
ESA LIC# 7002668
Professional Quality Service Repairs-Renovations-Installations
Painters
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GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC
Lic. #P-15099
647-308-0695
Call Bob 416-821-8438
DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183
690-8533
(12r)
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CELL 416-875-5781
416-322-7692 warren@wgpainting.ca
Moving at the Speed of Life I am your local mover with over 25 years experience. Call
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All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate
www.thegoodmoves.com Call Hakan: 416 899-3980 (19)
Woodbine - Gerrard
LOCAL ELECTRICIAN
INTERIOR PAINTING
• Small and Big Moves • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country • Junk and Rubbish Removal
416-409-9202
Electricians
PAINTING
Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
“Always on Time and on Budget”
416-830-8183
(14r)
BEACHCOMBERS
25 yrs experience
Interlocking Stone • Planters Retaining Walls • Steps • Fences Decks • Sodding
Reasonable
($1,300 Backwater Grant)
Power washing, snake drains, Backwater installation. Renovations, warm floors Boilers, Design build.
416-322-7692 warren@wgpainting.ca
STONESCAPE
Call Mike • Local - Lic D-314
MASONRY
PLUMBING CAMERA INSPECTIONS
Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate
www.thestoneporch.com thestoneporch@gmail.com
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Cell 416 434-2762 Painting - Basement Renos Plaster & Stucco • Interior & Exterior Small Renovation Jobs & Indoor/ Outdoor Spray Painting 35 Yrs Exp • Refs upon request (12..) Free Estimates
Small & Large Jobs Indoor/Outdoor Work Reasonable Rate Call Bruce anytime 416-469-1974 (12..)
SKYLIGHTS Repair & installation specialist. Fix your leaking skylight today.
Call 416-605-3594
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PRO A & R RENOVATION • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Basement Renovations
416-662-4450
ar-renovation.com Best of Homestars
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MASONRY by Daniel • chimneys & foundations • parging & tuck pointing • arches, lintels & sills • door & window rough-ins • foundation waterproofing
416 988-2589 danielmccaf@gmail.com
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Councillor Fletcher to host Community Environment Day
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JASON THE MASON
TUCKPOINTING • CHIMNEYS CONCRETE WORK WINDOW CUTOUTS WATERPROOFING REGISTERED & INSURED 416-580-4126 cell (4/20)
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NEX dea T dlin e:
Sep t. 9
CLASSIFIED ADS are available in two sizes:
$13.00 for 20 words or fewer extra words are 35¢ each
AND/OR $19.00 for a block ad (1 column wide x 1” high) no more than 40 words Our Classified ad section also appears on our website.
How about a
COLOUR AD? Call 416-698-1164 ext 26 for ‘Display’ ad rates.
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TORONTO-DANFORTH COUNCILLOR Paula Fletcher is hosting a Community Environment Day event on Saturday, Sept. 14 at Jack Layton Way near Bridgeport Hospital. The public is welcome to come between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to drop off reusable and recyclable items such as clothing, small appliances, and electronics. Non-perishable food items will also be accepted. You can also drop off hazardous waste to be disposed of safely and can pick up free compost for the garden. Along with drop-offs, there will be a shredding truck present. Community and environmental groups will be exhibiting at this event. For more information on the event, please visit www. councillorpaulafletcher.ca
Entertainment set for Legion THE ROYAL Canadian Legion Branch 11, will host Friday Night Entertainment featuring the musical sytlings of Dan Walek on Friday, Sept. 13. The event goes from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Admission is free, and there will also be free
snacks in the clubroom. Branch 11 is located at 9 Dawes Rd.
Free diabetes eye screening THE SOUTH Riverdale Community Health Centre at 955 Queen St. E. offers the Diabetes Eye Screening Program free in more than 10 locations to help people with diabetes have their eyes screened. “Many people are unaware of the progressive and silent disease which could potentially destroy their vision and even result in blindness,” said Hamid Moghimi, a practical nurse at the centre. Currently, diabetes is the number one cause of preventable blindness in Canada. Retinal screening can prevent blindness in up to 90 per cent of those affected by retinopathy, a complication of diabetes, if it is detected and treated in a timely manner. If you have diabetes and you haven’t had an eye exam that includes dilation of your pupils in the past 12 months, consult your family physician or nurse practitioner for a referral. If you do not have OHIP
coverage, you can still be screened. Moghimi said that the program shortens months-long wait times to provide people with the opportunity to have advanced retinal screening. For more information, please call or visit South Riverdale Community Health Centre at www.eyescreening.ca
Development plan meeting slated A PUBLIC meeting on Core Development’s plans for 1478-1496 Kingston Rd., just east of Warden Avenue, is slated for later this month. The meeting will take place at the Scarborough Civic Centre, Council Chamber, 150 Borough Dr., on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. The development proposal is calling for an 11-storey mixed use building at the site which is on the northwest corner of Kingston Road and Manderley Drive. The meeting will help set appropriate development standards for the proposal. For more information, please contact city planner Greg Hobson-Garcia at 416396-5244 or by email at gregory.hobson-garcia@toronto. ca
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