Beach Metro News September 6, 2016 by Beach Metro News

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Morning light done right A couple of Muskoka chairs, man’s best friend, and a Beach sunrise. There was no better way to start an early September day for Nancy Leach, Bill Gillespie and their 11-year-old chihuahua, Angel.

Diligence is the only cure for car break-in ‘headache’ By Anna Killen

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WHILE CAR break-ins are not on the rise, they are a “never-ending headache” that requires car owners to be diligent and consistent. That’s the word from 55 Division community policing officer Jon Morrice, responding to social media reports lamenting recent car break-ins in the East End. He is going to speak with 55 Division’s investigating team about whether or not it makes sense to place a bait car – a car fitted to catch car thieves or people

who steal items from cars in the act – in the Beach, but said “there are legal and investigative issues with a bait car.” Meanwhile, Morrice said the most effective way to protect your property is to keep valuables out of your car. “Police across Ontario used to use the slogan ‘Lock It Or Lose It’ in campaigns to prevent car break-ins. I kind of feel a better slogan might be to promote removing all valuables from cars entirely,” he said. Continued on Page 2

‘Motorless’ Markus sets his sights on Asia By Anna Killen

ONE YEAR into his five-year journey to circumnavigate the world without a motor, Markus Pukonen has had his share of scary moments. Take the time he was rafting down an icy river, with no one around for miles. Already a harrowing experience, his situation intensified as he turned a bend and saw an ice dam stretching completely across his path. The water was disappearing under the dam and, without seeing a clear escape, he worried that he might disappear under the dam, too. “I rowed upstream as fast as I could, but I wasn’t moving anywhere,” said Pukonen. “So I did the only thing I could and rammed the raft onto an ice shelf at the bank of the river.” Not knowing how strong the ice was, he delicately and deftly as possible scampered to the shore. “Happy to be alive,” he said. That’s just one of dozens of wild experiences Pukonen has had over the last year travelling across North America, the first leg of his five-year journey to travel the

world without using a motor. He’s raising money and awareness for his charity Routes of Change, an initiative which aims to give money to several environmental charities and inspire people to challenge the status quo. He’s had to think fast, plan in advance (but allow for flexibility), and rely on the kindness of strangers and new friends. The documentary filmmaker’s 82,000 km motorless journey began in July of 2015 when he launched a canoe into the water in front of the Balmy Beach Club in front of dozens of supporters. He pogosticked 10 km across Winnipeg, cycled 1000 km on a recumbent tricycle – which he said was unexpectedly uncomfortable to travel such a long distance in – and ski-toured 800 km through several mountain ranges in Alberta and B.C. The ski-tour trip proved challenging. He had little experience with skiing and winter camping – his previous adventure trips involved water – and realized on his first day traversing the Rocky Mountains that his three-day trip would take longer and burn more calories than he’d anticipated. But he stretched out his food, making it last until the

final hours of the trek, and made it through the deep, fresh, unpacked snow without injury. “I didn’t exactly run out of food while ski-touring, but I did eat everything I had,” he said. “Lesson was that I need to carry a pound of butter with me while skiing.” While backcountry skiing might sound like the most stressful ski trip, Pukonen said one of his most nerve-wracking experiences was on a ski hill in Canmore with his family. Motorless means motorless – no escalators, no elevators, and certainly no ski lifts – so he was skinning up the hill with his brother in order to ski down. The ski patrol stopped them and said that they needed to get on a snowmobile to be escorted off the mountain – they were breaking the rules skinning up the hill. Pukonen said he told them about his initiative and that he can’t travel by motor. “They thought I was lying and said that if I didn’t get on the chair lift or snowmobile, they were going to call the police,” he said, noting that was the scariest moment of the trip for him, thinking that he would have to go on the run from the cops.

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Beacher Markus Pukonen is travelling around the world without the use of any motorized vehicles.

Luckily, the cops looked up his website, saw that he was legitimate, and let him skin back up to the village where his family was staying. After the Rockies, he made his way to the coast of B.C., where his friends and family in Tofino cheered him on as he set sail on

the Pacific Ocean. He crossed the ocean with a friend on a sailboat, docking in Hawaii, where he has been for the last several months – marooned there longer than he expected, trying to find a motor-free boat to ferry him to Asia. Continued on Page 3

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IT IS Royal Canadian Legion Week from September 19 to 23 and Branch 11 is inviting you to stop by. On hand will be memorabilia from veterans past and present, uniforms to try on, and private tours. For a special tour of an “everlasting learning experience”, call Helen Pearce (416) 690-6388 or email youth@rc111.com. The legion is located at 9 Dawes Road and is open for Royal Canadian Legion Week Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Legion weeks are held across the country and are a time for legions to invite their neighbours in for community events.

Council considers Boardwalk café lease CITY COUNCIL is considering an application to rework the lease of the boardwalk café and other park food services. Tuggs Incorporated holds an exclusive lease to the city’s Eastern Beaches properties, an agreement which will expire in 2028. Their application to the city aims to assign part of that lease to Cara Operations Limited, the operator of several Ontario chain restaurants. Cara runs Carter’s Landing, the restaurant which opened at the Lakeshore Boulevard cafe earlier this summer. The assignment would see Cara take over the lease for the Lakeshore building at Woodbine Park which contains Carter’s Landing, Tim Hortons, and the Athens Bakery, as well as concessions at Kew Gardens and the Donald D. Summerville Pool. Cara would then sublease back to Tuggs all portions of the buildings, except for the section containing Carter’s Landing. The application notes that Tuggs cannot assign the lease without the consent of the city, adding that Cara is currently operating in the building as a ‘third party’ pending council’s decision. City staff are recommending that council approve the changes. The item is before the government management committee today, September 6, and will go before Toronto City council on October 5, subject to the actions of today’s committee meeting.

Car break-ins not on the rise Continued from front “Don’t have your GPS on the dashboard, hockey equipment in the rear... I accept it can be a pain, but try and remember to remove your valuables from your car each night.” Despite increased social media chatter about break-ins, Morrice said that car breakins are not on the rise and “generally remain

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constant throughout the year.” They are difficult to predict and prevent because they are opportunistic and there are rarely any witnesses or physical evidence, he said, noting that surveillance cameras are useful in solving and investigating these crimes. As for who breaks into cars? It is not often someone who is known to the victim. “It’s generally repeat offenders,” he said.

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2016 Beach Citizen of the Year

Ellis to be honoured for years of selfless service their home on Rainsford (affectionately nicknamed ‘Three Cedars’), they immediately noticed issues such as noise pollution, parking violations, and drunk and disorderly patrons coming from the much disputed Greenwood Racetrack. Luckily, “the permanent residents were prepared to roll up their sleeves and work to bring about change. The decision by the Jockey Club to close the race track resulted in the biggest housing development in inner Toronto in over 50 years,” said Ellis. It was a landmark change to say the least. “What stays the same?” he mused. “The tree-lined streets, the good schools, the fine housing, the beaches and parks, the sense of heritage and history, access to shops and dining within walking distance, but most of all, the continuing presence of people who are prepared to volunteer their precious evenings to community work.” Ellis continued, “The Beach area has more parkland per capita than any other part of Toronto, and the beaches and events held there are great amenities. How often have Beverley and I walked along the boardwalk on a moonlit evening, enjoying the diamond-strewn water, singing ‘Moonlight Bay’ or ‘Harvest Moon’ or ‘Blue Moon’.” Chuckling, he adds, “We hope lakefront residents weren’t disturbed.”

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LONG-TIME BEACH resident, John Ellis, was thrilled when he got the call naming him Beach Citizen of the Year. Like many nominees before him, Ellis exemplifies an extraordinary dedication to bettering the community. “It’s a great thrill to be named Beach Citizen of the Year,” he said. “To be chosen for recognition by one’s friends and neighbours is special.” Raised on a farm in Rockglen, Saskatchewan, Ellis was born into a family that lived and breathed community values. He credits his parents, survivors of the drought and depression in the ‘Dirty Thirties’, for shaping his worldview. “[They] realized that it was necessary to have governments and institutions that placed the needs of people first,” he explained. “This led to a lifetime commitment to democratic socialism and cooperative enterprise.” His devotion to community only grew stronger when he and his wife moved to their home in the Beaches in 1973. A member of the Beach Triangle Residents Association since 1985, Ellis has been at the forefront of a number of battles which sought to protect and improve the Beach. When the Ellis’ settled in to

Given his years of service and long list of accolades, we had to ask Ellis which initiatives he feels most proud of. “Although all of these initiatives are linked,” he said, “I think my contribution to rejuvenation of The Beach and East Toronto Historical Society, Urban Design Guidelines for Queen Street East in the Beach, and to the Heritage Conservation District status loom large.” When asked what brings him joy these days Ellis told us, “I find joy in the same things that have sustained me through several decades – spending many hours every month on history projects, in helping local associations, in working on our gardens (a project that would benefit from more of my time), home maintenance, time spent with our son and daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchild, and in building support for our treasured Beach community.” What will John Ellis do with his new title? “The Citizen of the Year title is a very special recognition that will prove valuable in attracting more support to our community development projects and will be a milestone, with other awards, in my personal life history,” he said. The Beach 2016 Citizen of the Year ceremony will be held Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Mil-

John Ellis lennium Garden at the southeast corner of Eastern and Coxwell Avenues. Public parking is available in two public parking lots, which are accessible from Eastern Avenue, east of Coxwell.

Community support motivates Beacher’s global journey Continued from front “The person I sailed with was intending to continue on solo to Micronesia and did not have a solid plan,” he said. “It’s a small boat and he wanted the freedom to go where he wanted when he wanted. I was planning on finding a boat to crew on with a different captain or buy a cheap boat myself and continue on solo.” Luckily, he’s made good friends in Hawaii and hasn’t wanted for a place to stay. “The folks I’m staying with right now have been amazing. They are a 75-year-old couple who are very young at heart,” he said. “They are both still working and he can bicycle better and faster than all of my friends half his age. I’ve been here longer than expected in search of a boat and they’ve been wonderful.” But unexpected works both ways. “In a turn of events the guy I sailed with returned to Hawaii and has decided to lend me his boat – in return for work and improvements done to the boat – for the next 5-6 months in order to sail to Hong Kong,” he said. “I will likely be setting sail in mid-September to the Marshall Islands and then eventually make my way through Micronesia and the Philippines to Hong Kong in early spring.” A filmmaker by trade, Pukonen has been documenting his travels extensively, posting photographs, videos, and blogposts to his website and social media channels. And with four years and 75,000 kilometres to go, there is plenty of the world to document left. But while Pukonen moves farther away from the Beach, distancewise, the neighbourhood he grew up in is never far from his heart. “I’d love to give giant hugs and thanks to all my Beaches friends and family who were there to send me off and big love to those who couldn’t make it but that I know are with me on this journey,” he said. “Having the support of the Beaches community helps me find the motivation to continue around the planet inspiring change. It’s not about the destination but I feel blessed to have a great community to return to.” Watch Pukonen’s journey unfold at www.routesofchange.com. You can also follow him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/routesofchange.

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It’s time for practical action on climate change Nathaniel Erskine-Smith MP Beaches-East York THERE IS an overwhelming scientific consensus that global climate change is caused by human activities and that it is a very serious threat – 97 per cent of climate experts agree. According to the Royal Society and US National Academy of Sciences, “the evidence is clear.” The evidence is also clear that inaction will cost more than action. The question is no longer whether to take action, but how we can do so effectively.

We will try to answer that question at our Climate Change Town Hall on September 14, at 7 p.m., at the Beach United Church, where we will be joined by experts as well as representatives from all levels of government. The goal is to provide a forum in which we can critically examine actions that governments, businesses, and individuals can and should take to tackle climate change. International agreements, such as the one reached in Paris last year, are important in setting benchmarks. But we need policies to ensure those benchmarks are met. First, education is critical. More

Canadians need to understand the causes and costs of climate change. Everything we do – from our journey to work, to what we have for dinner – has an impact on our planet and, as consumers, we should make choices to lessen that impact. Replacing high GHG emitting vehicles and reducing industrial meat consumption are good places to start. Second, positive behavioural changes should be encouraged or nudged by government policies. For example, as I said in a speech addressed to the House last December, we need to ensure effective carbon pricing across our country. The real costs of fossil fu-

els and other activities – that is, their negative cost to our environment – should be reflected in their prices. It’s an idea supported by a consensus of economists, it’s a market-based solution, and it emphasizes the principle that polluters should pay. In a speech addressed to the House in May, I advocated for a minimum national carbon price that provinces can opt out of where they have an identical (or higher) pricing regime. This is the same model our federal privacy legislation is built on, and allows for provincial flexibility. Our Prime Minister and Envi-

ronment Minister have indicated that this is likely where we are headed. A federal framework is also important for border adjustments, to ensure imported goods are equally subject to a minimum carbon price. Higher prices of everyday goods have the potential to jeopardize the public’s trust in government action. It is important that we be transparent about any increase in the price of carbon, explain why it is necessary, give businesses time to adjust, and ensure that increased prices do not negatively affect lower-income Canadians. Continued on Page 9

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Thanks to all involved in ‘uplifting’ Olympic parade THERE ARE times when you feel blessed by having the opportunity to be present at a special event; the Ward 32 Olympic Parade was one of those events. There have been bigger parades, more expensive parades, but seldom a more emotional, motivational or uplifting parade than the Sunday parade honouring local Olympians. The parade passed by in a mere 20 minutes but it was truly a very special moment. Congratulations to Johanna Carlo, Alison McMurray, Councillor McMahon and her staff, the Danforth East Community Association, the Beach Village BIA and all others who had a role in organizing this memorable event ! Bruce Crofts

Heat wave triggers hot idea I HAD to go up to the Danforth on one of the “heat alert” days. Compared to the Beach it was beyond brutal. It must be rough for families without air conditioning. If those families could pack a picnic supper, hop on the TTC, and come down to the lake until 10 or 11 p.m. it might give their homes a chance to cool off. Hauling stuff down here and back is quite inconvenient. A friend of mine suggested that people should be able to borrow toys, lawn chairs, sports equipment, etc. for the eve-

ning on their library cards when they get here. To make things easier any lost or damage fines could be paid at any branch, just like books. It might make Toronto more livable if our summers get hotter. Catharine Hastie

Happy to live in a helpful ‘hood RE: CONSCIENTIOUS paddlers rescue marooned kite surfer, (Beach Metro News September 6, 2016) This article increased my sense of security, knowing that if something happened on the lake people will help. Having said that, I would most likely call 911 and let them coordinate the rescue operation. I am a little concerned, however, that the rescue boats are stationed so far away. We are very lucky to have the lake in our backyard but sometimes we forget how dangerous it can be. The kite surfer was lucky that the boat house was close and that there were experienced paddlers around to lend a hand. So lucky to live in a neighbourhood where people care about each other. Susan Grewar via Beach Metro News Facebook comment

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Community Calendar SEPT. 6-NOV. 29: Ease your Anxiety at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen Street East, Tuesdays 2:30-4 p.m. (*must register in advance). Want tools to reduce your anxiety? Join us for 12 sessions to develop problem-solving skills, learn mindfulness, stress management, and self-care. Discover useful community programs and services. This program is free, see www.eastendchc. on.ca for Centre information. For program information, or to register please call Zari Atai 416-778-5805 extension 222 SEPT. 10: Historical Walk with Gene Domagala, 1 p.m. Meet at the northeast corner of Danforth Ave. and Main St. The walk will end at the old mill on Dawes Road. All are welcome. SEPT. 10: Afterglow Studio presents ‘Ivivva Comes to the Beach’ at 2034 Queen St. E., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Join us for a back to school celebration. Complimentary snacks and drinks provided by Freshii and David’s Tea. Sign up for our signature Glow Girls class, empowering our young girls,1-2:15 p.m. (ages 8-13) and receive a free Swag Bag. Inversion Workshop for Parents with Queenie Phair from 1-3 p.m. (all levels). Free Acro yoga demonstrations from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Intention bracelet and necklace making. SEPT. 10: Miles for Smiles Bike-a-Thon at Duke of Connaught P.S., 70 Woodfield Rd., 2-5 p.m. Energetic children are invited to participate in this fundraiser in support of The Noah John Winston Miles Foundation, a legacy to honour the life of a pre-schooler who died suddenly in 2015. Its objective is to raise funds to support anti-bullying initiatives. Info: www.noahfoundation.ca SEPT. 10: Suicide Prevention Open House – Sharing, Listening & Caring at Toronto East Psychotherapy, 181 Carlaw Ave., Suite 305, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hosted by Mental Health specialist and clinical counsellor, Noah Mugenyi, this event will be an opportunity to share ways to prevent suicides and to listen and care for those who have been impacted by suicides. Info: www.torontoeastpsychotherapy.ca, 416-893-3917 SEPT. 11: 9/11 Remembrance Service at Millennium Garden (SE corner Coxwell & Eastern Aves.), 1 p.m., hosted by Community Centre 55. The event honours the lives lost in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. SEPT. 14: Climate Change Town Hall at Kew Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7 p.m. Beaches-East York MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, MPP Arthur Potts, and Ward 32 Councillor MaryMargaret McMahon along with a panel of experts will discuss how individuals, businesses and government can fight climate change. Info and RSVP: facebook.com/events/1737567713173930/ SEPT. 18: Giant Oaks of the Beaches with arborist Todd Irvine, at Ivan Forrest Garden, 131 Glen Manor Drive, 1:30 p.m. Visit and learn about some of the largest and oldest trees in the city. Walk will include some rough ground and slopes. Meet at NE entrance to Ivan Forrest Garden (Queen St. E. & Balsam Ave). Event is free but a $5-10 donation is suggested. SEPT. 18: Leslieville Flea at the Ashbridge Estate, 1444 Queen St. E. (between Greenwood & Gerrard). Over 60 vendors selling vintage, salvaged, furniture, antiques, collectibles, upcycled and handcrafted goods. Free admission. SEPT. 19-23: Legion Week at RCL Br. 11, 9 Dawes Rd. Open to the public MonThurs 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Memorabilia of veterans past and present. Uniforms to try on and veterans on hand to talk to. For a special tour of an everlasting learning experience, contact Helen Pearce 416-690-6388, youth-ed@ rcl11.com. Info: 416-699-1353, rcl11.com SEPT. 20: Beach Garden Society Meeting and Flower Show at Adam Beck Community Centre, 79 Lawlor Ave., refreshments 7:15 p.m., meeting 7:30 p.m., Fall Flower Show 9 p.m. featuring 40 horticultural and design categories. Guest speaker: Paul Laporte – Building Biodiversity with Native Woodland Species. Learn about the role native plants play in the life cycle of insects/pollinators.

SEPT. 23, 24, 25: Beach Guild of Fine Art Fall Show and Sale “Art in the Beach” at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave. (north of Queen St.), Friday 6-9 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Acrylic, oil and watercolour painting, mixed media and hand-pulled prints, note cards and small works of art under $200. Community art raffle will honour longtime Guild member Jennifer Cline. Free admission. Info: BeachGuildOfFineArt. com, facebook.com/BeachGuildofFineArt SEPT. 24: Gigantic Used Book Sale at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd., 9-11:30 a.m. New and used paperbacks/hard covers, fiction, non-fiction, children’s, cooking, craft, gardening, travel, biography and coffee table books, plus CDs, LPs, VHS tapes, DVDs. No textbooks. Dealers welcome. Accessible venue. Bring your own bags. Info: scarboroughbluffs.org (12) SEPT. 24: Folk & Rock Concert with RPR (formerly Tanglefoot) at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 7:30 p.m. These versatile performers create a memorable experience with their music, stories, laughter and reminiscences. $20, kids 12 and under free. Info: 416-699-6091, www.kruc.ca SEPT. 24-DEC. 10: Ecumenical Bible Study Sessions at St. John the Baptist Norway Anglican Church, 470 Woodbine Ave., Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon. OCT. 12: Electoral Reform Town Hall with Beaches-East York MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith at St. Brigid’s Church, 50 Woodmount Ave., 7-9 p.m. Do you think a change to our electoral system requires a referendum? Info and RSVP: facebook.com/events/178379679241552/ MONDAYS: FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP for adults, 7-9 p.m. This is a group of about 10 people at the intermediate level and above. If you are highly motivated and interested in joining, please call (leave your number if the answering machine responds) 416-699-4681 (r) MONDAYS-FRIDAYS: O.S.P.C.A. THRIFT SHOP, 2232 Kingston Rd., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Good bargains in clothes, shoes, household items, etc., Donations welcome. Pickup arranged (416-694-4853). Help support the animals. Info: 416-266-7716 TUESDAYS: BEACHES MENTAL WELLNESS GROUP at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., 7-8 p.m. Peers helping peers with issues affecting mental health. Info: www.beachesmentalwellness.com (r) THURSDAYS: WALKING GROUP at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen St. E., 10-11 a.m. Want to get moving and improve your health? Come join the East End Walking Group for a stroll around the neighbourhood, followed by some light stretching. For more programs, check the Centre’s program calendar at www.eastendchc.on.ca. To participate in the walking group, call Zari 416-778-5805 ext. 222 (fr) FRIDAYS: FRIENDLY FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP at Calvary Baptist Church, 74 Main St. (rear entrance, lower level), 9:30-11:30 a.m. All levels welcome. Don’t use it you’ll lose it. Info: Diana 416-698-6537 (fr) SUNDAYS: SPECIAL MEDITATION dedicated to World Peace at Atisha Buddhist Centre,1823 Gerrard St. E. 10-11 a.m. Without first developing inner peace, world peace will remain impossible to achieve. We all have within us the potential for peace and happiness. Cultivating this potential creates the harmony we seek. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a guided meditation on Sunday morning. No experience necessary. Free. CALVARY “GRACE PASCOE” CARE CENTRE in conjunction with Daily Bread Food is open Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for distribution of food to clients residing between Woodbine and Victoria Park, and Danforth to the lake. Donations of food accepted on those days. Enter from parking lot at rear of Calvary Baptist Church, Main and Benlamond. Info: Kathie or Ann 416-691-2899 (e/o) GERRARD ASHDALE LIBRARY, 1432 Gerrard St. E. •Sept. 10: Chess Club, 1-2:30

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p.m. •Sept. 17: Ashdale Writers Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Share your own stories, and review others work. •Sept. 12: Adult Crafternoon, 2-3 p.m. •Sept.13: Wood Green E.C.C., 1:30-3 p.m. Info: 416-393-7717, ashdaleevents@gmail.ca, www.torontopubliclibrary.ca. Library is wheelchair accessible. BEACHES LIBRARY, 2161 Queen St. E. •Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies, 2-4 p.m. Cinematic classics, new releases, foreign films and documentaries. Sept. 7 – The Trip to Italy (2014); Sept. 14 – The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957); Sept. 21 – Green For Danger (1947); Sept. 28 – Winter’s Bone (2010) •Sept 13: Healthy Cognitive Aging – What the Research Tells Us, 7-8 p.m. Alexandra Fiocco of Ryerson University will talk about predictors and prevention of cognitive decline. •Sept. 17: At Home Alone – 5 easy steps to independence, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Help prepare your 10-14 year old to stay home alone safely through this fun and interactive workshop. Presented by Toronto Public Health. Call to register. Info: 416-393-7703 BEACH PHOTO CLUB meets at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. Everyone from the novice to the experienced is welcome. The only requisite is an interest in learning about the photographic arts. •Sept. 8: Creating Riveting Slideshows. Info: www.beachphotoclub.com (r) BEACHES LIONS CLUB meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at their Clubhouse, 10 Ashbridges Bay Park Rd. Interested in serving your community? Call Andy Buhot 416-690-3324. Info: www.beacheslions.com (r) THE KIWANIS CLUB of Riverdale meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at Chester Village, 3555 Danforth Ave. (at Warden Ave.), 12:15-1:30 p.m., from September until June. Contact Barbara Sneyd at 416-690-0147 or go to www.riverdalekiwanis.com. New members welcomed. ROTARY CLUB OF TORONTO BEACH holds a breakfast meeting every Tuesday, 7 a.m., at the Balmy Beach Club. For information please visit www. torontobeachrotary.org or call Nancy L’Estrange 416- 686-2906 (r) FARMERS’ MARKETS •Leslieville Market (Jonathan Ashbridge Park, Queen St. E./Coxwell), Sundays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. •East York Farmers’ Market (East York Civic Centre park, 850 Coxwell Ave.), Tuesdays 8 a.m.-2 p.m. •Fairmount Park Farmers’ Market (Fairmount Park, 1725 Gerrard St. E.), Wednesdays 3-7 p.m. •East Lynn Market (East Lynn Park, Danforth/Woodbine), Thursdays 3-7 p.m. FLOW IN THE PARK. Free yoga classes all summer long at Kew Gardens Park. Every Wednesday 6:30-7:30 p.m. until September 21. Classes are suitable for students of all levels. Classes sponsored by Afterglow Studio. Donations to Friends of the Beach Parks are welcome. PEGASUS THRIFT SHOP, 931 Kingston Rd. End of Summer Sale on clothes, shoes, and accessories for the whole family. Dollar Dazes Daily Special begins. Thank you for your continued support of Pegasus Day Programs for disabled adults. SEPTEMBER AT STUDIO 888, 2359 Queen Street East (south side just east of Balsam). Featuring Gail Williams, Donna Chudnow & Jane Murdoch Adams from September 8 to October 2. Weds, Thurs & Fridays 2-6 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays NOON-4 p.m. and also by chance (open lots) & by appointment. Info: 416-200-5551, studio888art@gmail.com, studio888.ca BRIDGE, DUPLICATE at Beaches Recreation Centre, 4 Williamson Rd., Fridays 10.30 a.m. Players of all levels are welcome. Starts Oct. 7. Info: agatha131@hotmail.com (13) CANADIAN FEDERATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN, Scarborough Branch. Since 1960 we have been active in promoting women’s rights and education in Scarborough. As part of a national and international organization our purpose is to pursue knowledge, promote education, improve the status of women and human rights, and to participate actively in public

affairs. New members are welcome! We meet monthly from September-May on the 3rd Monday at Knox United Church, Education building, 2569 Midland Ave. Next meeting Sept. 19, beginning at 7 p.m. Info: Janet Holt 416-293-8822 COME SHARE STORIES that are true about you. Be a beacon for others travelling the same sea. “At The Lighthouse” - 2nd Sunday of each month, at St Aidan’s Anglican Church, 70 Silver Birch Ave and Queen St. E. Next session: Sunday, Sept. 11, 3-5 p.m. *For respect of all storytellers this is a Wi-Fi-free event. CELEBRATING SUMMER: ARTWORK by Carole Baldwin, Rosemarie Dickob, Gerda Eckart, Laraine McMahon-Nelson, Carol Perry, and Marilyn Walsh at Above Ground Art Supplies, 1842 Queen St. E., until Sept. 11. Acrylic, watercolour, oil and pastel paintings, prints, and multi-media. Info: facebook.com/MarilynWalshArtist ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH CHOIR welcomes new members. We practise Thursdays 7:30-9 p.m. and perform Sundays at 11 a.m. at 794 Kingston Rd. (3 blocks east of Main St.). You don’t have to have musical training to sing with us, but you do have to like singing and want to be with others to make the whole greater than the sum of the parts. We are friendly and welcoming and our leader is a wonderful music teacher. Info: Paul Williams 416-699-2518 (r) HOPE UNITED CHURCH, 2550 Danforth Ave. All are welcome! Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. •Sept. 10: Praise, Gospel & Blues Family Service, 4:30- 5:15 p.m. Join us for some great music! •Sept. 14: Music Meditation, Wood Wind Quartet, 12:15-1 p.m. Come & experience spiritual meditative music during lunch time. Light refreshment will be served. •Sept. 21: Messy Church - Theme is Love, 5:30-7 p.m. Join us for a fun evening with Family & friends. Music, arts & crafts & a healthy meal will be served. •Sept. 24: Jazz Vespers, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Free will offering. •Sept. 25: War Time Radio Show auditions, 2-5 p.m. Info: 416-691-9682, HopeUnited.ca BEACH UNITED CHURCH. Come and join us at 140 Wineva Ave. All are welcome! •Regular Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Nursery care & children’s activity time provided. •Enjoy singing? Join the Sunday Singers rehearsal from 9:30-10 a.m. prior to the service. •Blood Donor Clinic: 2:30-7:30 p.m., Wed. Sept.14 •Ward 32 Town Hall on Climate Change with Nathaniel ErskineSmith, 7 p.m. Wed. Sept.14 •Beach Guild of Fine Arts Show: 6- 9 p.m. Fri. Sept. 23, 9-5 p.m. Sat. Sept.24, 9-5 p.m. Sun.Sept.25 •Beach Jazz & Reflection: Theme “Love” with Michael Lalonde Trio, Dylan Bell and Bill McBirnie, 4:30 p.m., Sat. Oct. 1 (freewill offering) •Music for the Soul Concert Series: Lora Bidner & The Visit, 2:30 p.m., Sat. Oct. 15 (freewill offering). Info: 416-691-8082, www.beachunitedchurch.com. We are on Facebook and Twitter @NewBeachUnited ST. AIDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Queen St. E. at Silver Birch Ave. •Sunday Services throughout the summer are at 8:30 & 10:30 am (Children’s Program & Nursery at 10:30. All welcome. Info: 416-691-2222, staidansinthebeach.com FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Road (corner of Kingston Road and Wood Glen). Join us Sundays 10:30 a.m. for a dynamic, spiritually relevant service accompanied by excellent music. Families are always welcome and we offer a Sunday school program. Info: www. fallingbrookpresbyterian.com (r) 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 (r)

Arthur Potts Potts Arthur MPP Beaches–East York MPP Beaches-East York Constituency Office 1821 Danforth Avenue Toronto M4C 1J2 416.690.1032 apotts.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org www.arthurpotts.onmpp.ca @apottsmpp

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

BEACH METRO NEWS

Everyone Has a Story to Tell

East End bassist won’t let Parkinson’s stop the music By Anna Killen

MUSICIAN MIKE Loghrin knew something was wrong when his left hand started cramping up during routine practice sessions with his upright bass. “I was starting to have issues with my fingering, they’d cramp up a lot,” said Loghrin from his home last month of events that started four years ago. He attended physiotherapy, but that didn’t fix the problem. That’s when his physiotherapist said he should get his nerves checked. Months later, after numerous tests to rule out other illnesses, the doctor told him he had Parkinson’s. He was 50 years old. “Basically, how they find out if you have Parkinson’s is they do a test for everything else… and once they rule out everything else, they say ‘You’ve got Parkinson’s,’” Loghrin explained. “There’s no real diagnosis, there’s no definitive marker.” Parkinson’s is a disease of the brain that affects more than 100,000 Canadians. Movement, mood, speech, a person’s senses, sleep patterns and cognitive function can be affected, and worsen over time. Loghrin said after months of not knowing what was wrong, it was somewhat of a relief to finally pin down the issue. “You knew there was something wrong, and you’ve identified it so you can move on,” he said. “But when you’re told you’ve got an incurable disease, that doesn’t make you happy. But what can you do?” You can start by doing as Loghrin’s done, which is tap into the support of the community – and that of his family, friends and colleagues – to best prepare for what’s to come. Loghrin and his family recently moved from a three-level house in the Beach to a Hunt Club bungalow in anticipation of his future needs. He has a Parkinson’s support group and attends physiotherapy sessions. He pays attention to his energy levels. At work, he’s modified his desk so that he can stand up at intervals. “My family has been totally fantastic,” he

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said. “So has my work, in fact. I’m lucky in that I’m in a position where my bosses just ask what they can do to help.” He said he knows people who keep their Parkinson’s a secret from their employers for fear that it could hurt their career advancement. “People are hiding it from their employers until they really have to show the symptoms. Whereas I could tell mine right away. Now I have a desk that raises up and lowers so I can stand up at times so I don’t get too stiff from sitting there,” he said. Loghrin has reciprocated the goodwill he has received from others by becoming increasingly involved with Parkinson’s charities, like the Parkinson’s SuperWalk – a cross-country funding drive and walk, which this year has an event at Ashbridges Bay on Saturday, Sept. 10. First made aware of the annual fundraiser by the family of his late friend Bert Baker, the walk has grown in importance to Loghrin. This year, for the first in his neighbourhood, he has gone well beyond entering a team. At the inaugural East End event, he will emcee, his wife has helped organize, and his band, Davis Payne, will provide entertainment. Davis Payne is used to playing events and benefits – the rockabilly band has been together for nearly a decade, and friends and jam partners for much longer. The lead singer and his friends even gifted Loghrin his first stand-up bass over 30 years ago. But this benefit is – Mike Loghrin special for Loghrin in that he is so personally connected to the cause. “Parkinson’s, a lot more people are getting it,” he said. “It was always thought of as an old person’s disease, but in my support group I’m meeting people in their 30’s that have had it for a while,” he said. “A lot of people don’t know about it, and yet it can be a very crippling disease. Because you live to such an old age, you end up being institutionalized a lot. So you just want to make sure people are aware of it and try to get funds for it.” The concert is also an opportunity for Loghrin to practise another tenet important to him – continuing to do what he loves, despite the challenges.

“The disease’ll take it from me some time, but until then I’m going to keep fighting to play.”

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Mike Loghrin, diagnosed with Parkinson’s when he was 50, has been playing the upright bass for 30 years.

“People are always asking me why I don’t play another instrument. Well, I don’t play another instrument, I’ve always played an upright bass,” he said, noting he has modified how he plays because of the Parkinson’s. “I play a lot more open notes than I did in the past, that way I don’t have to trust my finger,” he said. “I suppose there are things I can look into [to further modify how I play], but right now I’m just doing what I can. I do a few crazy stunts with my bass, toss it behind

my back, that kind of stuff – so it’s something I like for the show and I just can’t imagine myself doing anything different… “The disease’ll take it from me some time, but until then I’m going to keep fighting to play.” The East Toronto Parkinson’s SuperWalk at Ashbridges Bay is this Saturday, Sept. 10. Check in is at 9:30 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 10:40 a.m. and the walk beginning at 11 a.m.

In My Opinion

Climate policy ideas sought Continued from Page 6

PHOTO: ANNA KILLEN

Pegasus plays in the park Pegasus hosted its annual picnic in the park August 23 at Kew Gardens. Team Phoenix took home the cup at the Bocce ball tournament before attendees sat down for a picnic of burgers, hot dogs and an impressive dessert spread. Peter and Mark provided entertainment with a sing-a-long that saw the group belt it out to ‘Brown Eyed Girl’ and other classic tunes.

Ideally, any revenue generated by an increased price would be used to increase direct payments to lower-income Canadians through a tax credit, thereby making them whole or even lowering their overall tax burden. There is no question that carbon prices will need to increase substantially from current levels to be effective at changing consumption patterns. Industry-specific regulations will likely be necessary as well, including energy efficient standards for new buildings, appliances, vehicles etc. Third, government has a role to play in supporting the clean technology industry, and withdrawing taxpayer subsidies for the fossil fuel industry.

Where jobs are inevitably lost in our oil and gas sector, government support for those workers will also be important. A renewed federal focus on innovation will hopefully address that our clean-tech industry has lost 40 per cent of its global market share over the last decade. Many necessary innovations are coming – such as affordable electric cars – but they are not coming fast enough based purely on market forces. The key question here is how government can disburse these innovation funds in the most efficient and impactful way. Our federal climate change policy is still being written, but we are committed to doing our part. I’ve started the conversation with three general ideas: education, carbon regulation, and clean tech investment. I hope to see you with your own ideas on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at Beach United.

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“The honeybees in these paintings represent, like art, a collective movement of creativity applied to the material of everyday life. With their dancing bodies and music, they demonstrate a way of living ingeniously and cooperatively,” she said. “In these paintings, the bees are clearly seen as they – mysteriously - swarm from one hive to another, through dynamic, abstracted landscapes.” Also originally from Winnipeg, Chudnow said her urban childhood was marked with summers spent at wilderness camp. She’s since piqued her imagination with canoe trips to remote areas of the country like northern B.C. and Bowron Lakes Provincial Park, with paintings of those landscapes featured at Studio 888. “Experiencing nature and its elements is a fantastic and humbling journey,” said Chudnow. “It gives me the opportunity to create, to explore and to work through the uncertainties of not knowing what the end result will look

like. The journey of my painting, as it is in life, is that everything is interconnected and who we are is the bold and colorful layering of those experiences.” Queen’s Bees and Trees runs September 8 through October 2 at Studio 88 gallery at 2359 Queen Street East (at Beech). The hours for the show are Wednesday to Friday 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., with an opening reception Saturday, Sept. 10 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information: 416-271-3934 or www. studio888.ca

FOR ITS 15th exhibition, f8 Photography is going big with the largest show in the group’s history – a retrospective at the Columbus Centre. The East End collective aims to celebrate the photographers six years together, highlighting the best of f8 and collective friends with a special group show. Continued on following page

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Entertainment Beat By Anna Killen

Garnet Rogers rock, country, bluegrass and classical. His optimistic lyrics tell stories about people who are not obvious heroes and about the small victories of the everyday. Rogers will perform at 8 p.m. (doors at 7:30 p.m.) on Saturday, Sept. 17 at Robinson Hall, St. Nicholas Anglican Church, 1512 Kingston Rd. just east of Warden. Tickets are $25 or $22 in advance. Parking is free and the venue is wheelchair accessible.

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NOW IN its 7th year, Greg Pilo’s weekly Tuesday jazz nights continue at the Salty Dog Bar and Grill, 1980 Queen St. E. Performances run from 7 to 10 p.m. with no cover charge. Tonight, Tuesday, Sept. 6, drummer Pilo will be joined by Perry White on saxophone, Reg Schwager on guitar and Dave Young on bass. On Tuesday, Sept. 13, the band will be Alex Dean on saxophone, Tim Hamel on trumpet, and Jeff McLeod on organ.

Artists include f8’s Joe Calleja, Maureen Littlewood, Catherine MacKinnon, Michael Maclaverty, Natalia Shields, Felicity Somerset, Rod Trider, and John Wallace. Artists Robert Greatrix, Margit Koivisto, Jude Marion and Selby Shanly add their unique perspectives to the show as guests. An f8 Retrospective runs Sept. 8 to Oct. 3 at the Joseph D. Carrier Gallery at the Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave. West (at Dufferin). The exhibit is in the atrium and lower gallery. Hours are weekdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

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THE CELEBRATED East End folk and roots music series Acoustic Harvest opens its 20th season with a long-awaited performance from Garnet Rogers on Saturday, Sept. 17. Slated to open last year’s season, Rogers was involved in an accident prior to the performance and had to post-pone his appearance until now. It appears that the wait will be worth it, as audience members will not only be treated to Rogers’ soulful songs but also his new book, Night Drive, featuring “stories about how Stan and I grew up together, discovered music together, and learned to play in a band and travel together. How the songs got written and recorded. What life was like on the road before there was an independent music scene.” Rogers grew up listening to the sounds of the Grand Ol’ Opry with his brother, Stan, practising harmonies and mastering several instruments. He and Stan hit the road early in life, developing a fervent following and becoming one of North America’s most influential folk acts. As a solo artist, his writing style differs from the more traditional, Maritime-style of his brother’s, with more of a modern influence that draws on blues,

Tanglefoot – will return to the Kingston Road United Church stage September 24. Rob Ritchie, Al Parrish and Steve Ritchie (R, P, and R) rocked the folk music scene as the rhythm section of Tanglefoot, a hard working band with a huge presence and enthusiastic, loyal fans throughout Canada, the US and Britain. The band, along with percussionist Beaker Granger, last visited KRU in 2013. These versatile performers create a memorable experience with their music, stories, and laughter. The concert runs from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24. Proceeds support KRU’s building projects. Tickets are $20, kids 12 and under free. Kingston Road United Church is at 975 Kingston Road. For more information call 416-699-6091 or visit www.kruc.ca.

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elcome Back! Yesterday I dug my lunch bag out of the closet where it had been deposited for the summer. September 6th marks the calendar year of the beginning of a new school year, the end of summer holidays and the start of making lunches once again either for work or for school. One of my summer escapes took me to the Annapolis Valley in beautiful Nova Scotia to visit my sister, Susan. Not only did I have a great visit but I enjoyed someone else’s cooking. Susan is a great believer in producing simple yet tasty fare at mealtime perfect for – you guessed it – brown bagging it. I packed these recipes in my carry-on as a reminder of a happy holiday and good eating, perfect for a late-summer lunch. Lentil Beet and Pepper Salad This all-Canadian mixture of lentils, beets and assorted peppers is ideal to make in the early fall when everything is plentiful. It keeps several days in the refrigerator and is a hearty “main course” salad which could be served at lunch or dinner. Lentils are a good source of protein when coupled with a whole grain, such as whole-wheat bread, which makes them perfect for a vegetarian. Salad: 2 cups (500 mL) dried lentils, either brown or green Water to cover 2 cups (500 mL) sliced cooked beets fresh or canned 1 cup (250 mL) sliced red, yellow or orange peppers or mixture (about 1 small pepper or 1/2 large pepper) 1 cup (250 mL) each, cherry tomatoes, halved & sliced celery 1/4 cup (50 mL) each, sliced green onions and chopped fresh dill 1/4 cup (50 mL) shaved fresh Parmesan or Asiago cheese or spoonful of fresh yogurt Vinaigrette: 1/2 cup (125 mL) extra virgin olive oil

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Wash and drain lentils. Place in stainless steel saucepan, cover with water and refrigerate overnight. The next day, bring to a boil and simmer uncovered until tender about 30 minutes. Drain and rinse in cool water. Add lentils to a large mixing bowl with peppers, celery, green onion, parsley or dill and beets. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, wine vinegar, salt and pepper. Taste. Adjust seasoning and pour vinaigrette over salad tossing to coat vegetables evenly. Serve immediately with cheese or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Makes about 5 cups (1.25 L) Quinoa Black Bean and Vegetable Salad Another main course salad, this one features black beans which could be substituted with chickpeas or white navy beans. For convenience, canned beans could be used instead of cooking dried beans. Salad: 1/3 cup (75 mL) quinoa 1 cup (250 mL) water 1 cup (250 mL) coarsely chopped, assorted peppers: red, yellow 1 cup (250 mL cooked corn niblets, sliced celery or cauliflower florets 1 can (19 oz/ 540 mL) black beans, drained &rinsed 2 green onions, sliced 2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped fresh cilantro (coriander) Vinaigrette: 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil 1 1/2 tbsp (17 mL) fresh lime or lemon juice 2 tsp (10 mL) chopped fresh hot pepper (or to taste) 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 mL) fresh black pepper In a saucepan cover quinoa with water and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer covered about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Cool. In a mixing bowl stir together cooked quinoa, peppers, corn, onions and coriander. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together oil, lime juice, hot pepper, salt and pepper. Pour dressing over salad, tossing to coat evenly. Makes about 3 cups (750 mL)

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ome like it hot, but this summer was just too much of a good thing. One way families cooled off was by enjoying magical movies like Finding Nemo and Zootopia under the stars at Kew and Ivan Forrest Gardens. Would it surprise you to know that there were free flicks in a lakeside park way back in 1900? Since the Victorian era, city folks have flocked to our area to escape the heat. The Beach was once a popular resort community with humble cottages, hotels, canoe clubs, golf, Woodbine racetrack (1875), Kew Gardens (1879) and pleasure parks like Victoria Park (1878-1906), Munro Park (1896-1906) and the fabulous Scarboro Beach Amusement Park (1907-1925). This was the age of invention and times were changing. In the 1890’s electric streetcars replaced horsedrawn trams. The Toronto Railway Co. figured that “trolley parks” would boost business on their lines. Large crowds jammed Munro Park (just east of Balmy Beach) after it opened in May 1896, but it closed when the lease was up after the 1906 season and the more spectacular Scarboro Beach Park came along in 1907. Munro Park advertised “THE BEST AND BIGGEST FREE SHOW IN CANADA”. Attractions included two vaudeville shows a day with a variety of musical, comedy, acrobat, illusion and animal acts. I assure you I was never part of the Fletcher & Valding “Funny Hat Act” of 1899! Toronto World wrote that strings of

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referring to the American practice of “staging” battle scenes. Audiences were entranced by events happening as if they were real life in front of their eyes. They could watch film of world events in far-off places. An onrushing train scares everyone. Imagine the excitement! When the novelty of “actualities” (real life scenes like sleighing in High Park) began to wear off, producers started making narrative films that told a story. In Aug. 1900, Munro Park advertised Cinderella, an almost six-minute French film in “beautiful colours” hand-painted frame by frame, in the Globe and Mail: “Tonight Cinderella will be seen at Munro Park and also a splendid series of new moving war and comic pictures by the marvelous vitagraph process.” Film “exhibitions” would have been presented outdoors and likely projected onto a canvas screen. A band may have played in the background. By 1903 Munro Park had a “splendid covered auditorium.” Continued on following page

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Wetland walks offer rich rewards Ann Brokelman is an avid birder and nature photographer naturephotosbyann.blogspot.ca

lmost every time I write one of these articles I want to begin by saying: “Some of my favourite birds are...” I then have to step back and convince myself that not every bird can be my favourite. Then, I get stuck for a time trying to think of a different way to introduce a bird or group of birds, of which the more I think about, the more I want to call my favourite. Anyway... A spectacular class of birds found at Tommy Thompson Park on the Leslie Street Spit are our shorebirds. They come in all shapes and sizes, have bills, feet, and legs built for very specific hunting purposes, and still have the varying colour schemes and sounds that I love in many other species. If you spend some time watching them you will catch them walking gracefully along our shorelines and purposely through marshes and other wetland habitats looking for food. One of my best shorebird memories happened alongside my friend Peter. We heard that a Hudsonian Godwit was in the area, and Peter asked me if I wanted to seek it out. “Gee, what do you think?” I said. We had to walk through a marsh to get to the location. Carefully, we plodded between the reeds, through some shallow water, onto a sandbank and then into thick mud flats. Funny that Peter didn’t tell me about any of this before we left! We both had on rain boots but neither of us realized how muddy it would be.

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Shorebirds like the Hudsonian Godwit are a thrill to seek out. By the time we made it through the marsh, we were hot and somewhat miserable. But then, there before us was a large shorebird with a long, upturned bill: the Hudsonian Godwit. With Peter holding my arm so I didn’t wipe out, the camera came out and the moment was captured forever. Moments later a helicopter flew over us and I can bet the passengers were laughing like crazy at how ridiculous we must have looked in the mud. That same trip we saw a Greater yellowlegs with its long yellow legs. This physical advantage makes wading farther from shore possible and, along with its long bill and elegant neck, it is able to access more food than some of its rivals. Watching it for a while, it seemed to never stop moving with its almost frenzied dashing around. If you’re interested, Tommy Thompson Park is a great place to see a variety of shorebird, butterflies and

birds. It can be a bit of a hike but I think it is worth observing these lovely delicate birds. Go out and enjoy them... but preferably from a dry, solid ground location. See if you can figure out the shorebird below. They are found in parking lots, apartment complexes and by the water.

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Movies in the park continue to delight Continued from previous page This era saw the beginning of a new art form. Would motion pictures be a passing fad? Even Thomas Edison wasn’t sure of cinema’s future. Fairy tales have delighted the young at heart for centuries. In 1900, wide-eyed children of all ages marvelled at Cinderella at the ball under the cool breeze off the lake as streetcars clattered by, much like kids of 2016 spread out on blankets in the park, delighted by fantasy images on a screen. Ladies in the modest Victorian era wore big hats and ankle-length skirts that swept across the ground. A glimpse of stocking really was shocking. By 1900 dancing and drinking were not allowed at Munro and Victoria Parks with “the entire prohibition of anything approaching vulgarity”. There was no Sunday opening, heaven forbid, a day of church and rest.

The Toronto International Film Festival opens this Thursday. What would Victorians make of a Toronto-shot film like Below Her Mouth (co-starring Beacher Tommie-Amber) which was filmed by an all-female crew and tells the story of two women falling in love? Below her Mouth opens Saturday, Sept. 10. Today the only reminders of the bygone era of the pleasure parks are the street names: Victoria Park Ave., Munro Park Ave. and Scarboro Beach Blvd. The thrilling rides and vaudeville acts and 5 cent hot dogs are long gone from the Beach now, but families still gather in parks to watch free “flicks” under the starry night skies. Munro Park Ave. has some of the most coveted homes in the Beach. If you had $5.7 million lying around last year, you might have purchased the beautiful, circa 1915 home of Degrassi co-creator Linda Schuyler – right by the lake where Munro Park once delighted tens of thousands of visitors each summer.

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Those plants that possess it produce it to naturally fight off bacteria and fungi and protect them from ultraviolet rays. Its power to fight off things carries over to humans as well. Check out all the benefits that moderate consumption of red wine can supposedly render. Several universities in Spain report that it may reduce the risk of depression. Scientists at the University of Leicester in the UK say that it can prevent colon cancer. Harvard Medical School claims it has anti-aging properties. CedarsSinai Medical Center in Los Angeles found that it prevents breast cancer. A group of researchers at Loyola University Medical Center found that it reduces the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s. The University of Barcelona in Spain reported that it could protect against severe sunburn. The Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis touts that it can prevent blindness. Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine concludes that it may prevent further damage in the brain after a stroke. Dutch scientists reported that it improves lung function and can prevent lung cancer. European researchers from various countries say it raises levels of omega-3 fatty acids in red blood cells and plasma. A study conducted at the UC San Diego School of Medicine concluded that it can prevent liver disease. A study in Harvard Men’s Health Watch reported that it can protect against prostate cancer. The Chinese Academy of Sciences discovered that it can prevent against type 2 diabetes and there is evidence that it can prevent heart disease. Some recent research even claims that it may prevent dental cavities and could be used to treat acne. The operative word in all of this is of course consumption in “moderation”. What exactly does that mean? One would think that if something is good for you, then the more you partake, the more the benefits. Not so! There is a fine line between an acceptable amount and going too far. Beyond what scientists say is the acceptable amount, the health benefits are negated and damage can be done. Of course there are many variables that determine what is the acceptable amount for you such as your size, age, body stature, physical health, medication you are on and whether you drink with food or without. Perhaps the most important factor is your gender. As women absorb alcohol more quickly than men because of lower body water content and specific stomach enzymes, moderate consumption for them will be lower. The numbers for moderate consumption generally say men should not ingest more than two standard drinks per day and women no more than one. A standard drink is around 5 oz. Unfortunately, resveratrol is in such small amounts in red wine that one would theoretically have to drink mega amounts to really benefit. Not a good thing. Furthermore, the liver breaks down purified resveratrol very quickly. Now, if they could only put this magic component in a pill format that would bypass alcohol entirely. But wait. Scientists are trying to do just that. Researchers in Australia have been experimenting blending it with wine’s other components that appear to make it more effective. I wonder if it will come in different varietals?

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ello, Beach Metro News readers. I’m David McCleary, the newly-minted pastor at Calvary Baptist Church. We are located at the corner of Main Street and Benlamond Avenue – I am sure that many of you have passed us in your travels. As you can imagine, being invited to be the new spiritual leader of such a longPHOTO: ANNA KILLEN standing community, with so rich a history is a pretty Newly-minted pastor David McCleary wants Calvary Baptist Church to become a community hub. amazing experience. The choice of me as the pastor is made all the more amazing considering who I am and where I come from. I am in our Beach community. a transplanted Jamaican Canadian and, apart from being a To that end, we are thinking up new and fun ways of interfollower of Jesus, I am a former teacher and wrestling coach, acting with the community. Here are some of the initiatives we are working on: bread baker, and campus police officer. I have worked for · In the spring of 2017 we are planning on making a new years in high-risk, high-needs communities, and with homeless people in the downtown core and in the suburbs. And yet community garden in the front yard of the church on Main here I am! Street. The garden will be wheelchair accessible so that The people of Calvary Baptist Church are committed to liv- we can share that space with our neighbours at the longing out Jesus’ call to love others as we love ourselves and to term care facility across the street. We want to improve the express the love of God in real and practical ways. Over the church’s overall accessibility, as well. years, Calvary has been involved in establishing an income· I am working with community partners to start a fight geared affordable housing apartment, starting a refugee club co-op at the church for anyone who is interested, includcommittee that has, in the last 16 years, helped to sponsor 20 ing church parishioners, as a way to stay not only spiritually refugee families, and running the Grace Pascoe Care Centre fit but also physically fit. · We are researching the practical ways to lessen our enfor the last 50 years – not to mention the numerous concerts and smaller scale community outreach and special event pro- vironmental footprint – whether that is through better recygrams that Calvary runs from time to time. It is a busy and cling habits, or by putting solar panels on the church roof vibrant community. · This year for our annual rummage sale, we are welcomComing into an organization with such a rich history ing others to join us in selling their goods in the church parkmeans that there is a great deal to learn. Thankfully, the ing lot to make it a community event. These are only some of the ideas we are working on prespeople of Calvary have been patient, kind, and loving as I learn the ropes. The strength of Calvary Baptist Church re- ently. If you have any comments or new ideas about what mains its community, people who continue to drive the good more we can do as a church to help you, I would be happy to work that we faithfully do from day to day. As a community chat. Please drop by, give me a call, or drop me a line at the of faith we are excited about what the future holds for us as church and we will head to one of the excellent coffee shops a church – we are also excited to see what more we can do in our neighbourhood and catch up. as concerned members of this Beach neighbourhood to help It is my hope that I will get the chance to meet you in the make our world a little better each day. days, weeks and months ahead as I get to know the Beach We are always looking for new and interesting ways to con- neighbourhood a little better each day. tinue to communicate the love of God in our church and in our community – and as the resident new guy, I want to make things more accessible, transparent and welcoming. It is my job to help high-minded ideas become real and lived realities. To begin, with the help and support of the facilities team, I am installing “new” reclaimed, recycled wood doors, with see1858 Queen St. E. (1 bl w of Woodbine) 910 Kingston Rd. (w of Victoria Park Ave.) through glass insets at my office entrance, and am doing all 1404 Kingston Rd. (w of Warden Ave.) 2152 Queen St. E. (at Glen Manor) I can to make our church a thriving, living, and more loving 807A Queen St. E. (Leslieville/Riverdale) 384 Yonge St., Unit 2060 (at Gerrard St.) 500 Queen St. E. (btwn River & Sackville) 7599 Kennedy Rd. (Markham) example of what it means to be a good and godly neighbour

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Animal Chiropractor Dr. Mark T. Garbutt D.C.

Coxwell Chiropractic Centre 1004 Coxwell Ave @ O’Connor

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DELUXE

Windows - Eaves Painting and more... Call 647-829-5965

Cleaning Services

(w. of Midland)

For more info, call Beata at

416.233.6462 or 647-550-4043 cleancomfortservices.com (14r)

WINDOW CLEANING

MAN WITH PICK-UP TRUCK

2358 Kingston Rd. 416-698-9000

Special for first-time clients. For your home/condo/office. Reliable, trustworthy, efficient cleaning service.

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416 389 9234

Vienna Upholstery

Books wanted: art, photography, literature, aviation, military, poetry, sports, music, Canadiana, etc. Inno Dubelaar Books, 53 Dixon Ave. 416-694-1329 or 416-878-4319 inno. (5/17) dubelaar@gmail.com

416-624-3837

(12r)

All Day Cleaning

FULLY INSURED

Home Decor

Flea Market & Bake Sale Sat. Sept. 10 243 Coxwell Ave. Royal Canadian Legion (12) 416-465-0120

Single items or complete estates Wanted: old silverware, china, glass, furniture, pottery, jewellery, watches, pictures, artworks, coins, curiosities etc. Call Terence: 416 466 1404 Fair market prices guaranteed! (r)

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

BEACH PUPPY LOVE

Let us help you improve your home

VALHALLA BLVD.

Call Candy at 416 691-3170

ReFocused

Garage Sale

(12r)

647-235-6690

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EXPERIENCED CLEANING LADY Contact Irena

Best Prices/Free Estimates

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

EUROPEAN CLEANING LADIES

416-825-9705

B&W DISPOSAL

REG’S APPLIANCE

(12r)

Weekly • Bi-weekly • One time cleaning Reliable & efficient

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Cleaning specialists •Windows •Eavestroughs •Decks •Siding

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

TIM O’MEARA

KLEEN WINDOWS

lovatfraserc@gmail.com 416-575-6113

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PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS

TAX ACCOUNTANT

416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca

offer complete and thorough cleaning service for your house • office • condo Call Ilona 416-427-3815 (16)

CLEVER DISPOSAL

Suite Lovat B&B Large one bedroom, shared bath with one woman, light breakfast. $85/night, parking available. Photos available.

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

MR. FIX-IT

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LAWN CUTTING *(weekly, bi-weekly, and one time visits available)

CALL MARY OR JOHN

SCARBOROUGH DISPOSAL LTD. WASTE REMOVAL & EXCAVATION

BEACHES LAWN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

416 690 0117 • 416 569 3236 (r)

EXACT TAX SERVICES

Call 416-648-4410

www.cozysuites.com (16r)

WE CLEAN OUT YOUR JUNK NOT YOUR WALLET. ASK ABOUT OUR LOAD IT YOURSELF POLICY. SAVE MONEY.

416-265-7979

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

416-420-8696

Sat. Sept. 10, 9 a.m.

McArthur & Son Business Centre Air conditioning, boardroom, kitchen area, copier, etc. Individual offices from $425/mth. 577-579 Kingston Rd. @ Main St. pmcarthur577@gmail.com www.mcarthurbusinesscentre.com

Featuring Bachelors, 1 & 2 Bedroom renovated suites.

One street west of Warden, south of Kingston at Ambulance Station

STUDIO SPACE AVAIL FOR

138 Main St. (South of Gerrard)

8717

Resume and cover letter to balmybeachcomday@bellnet.ca

416-690-2880

Facials, Reiki Indian Head Massage Botox & fillers AWT Cellulite Treatments

TheCaringCollective.com 647-701-4458 Compassion, Kindness, Dignity

RECE required for Preschool in a local Day Care Centre. Minimum hours 3-6, Monday to Friday, with additional hours to be discussed. Resume & cover letter to Hiring Committee at balmybeachcomday@bellnet.ca (12)

OFFICE SPACE

416-466-3766

www.thetherapystudio.ca

Wanted Full-time elderly/ Family caregiver for 100 yr. old lady, $13.76/hr. Located @ Markham/Ellesmere Rd., anticipated date Sept. 1, 2016. Email application w/ref. to bebe_galura@yahoo.ca (12)

Commercial Space for Rent

Chalet Beauty Bar

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

Employment Opportunities

RECE required for a growing School Age program in a local Day Care Centre. Minimum hours 3–6, Monday to Friday with additional hours to be discussed.

Social/Events

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Luxurious Beach Suites

* include self-addressed envelope for receipt * classified ads also appear on our website at beachmetro.com

After 34 years, Dr. Cathy Andrew wishes to announce the closing of her family medical practice, as of September 2016.

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Magnificent

Announcement

Affordable Certified IT Serving the beach for over 10 yrs

Beach Suites

(1.5” wide by 1” deep)

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

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

416-856-4774

Block this size

CALL GLEN

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

Block ad

Word ad

WASTE REMOVAL

BEST IN THE BEACH @ 191 Kenilworth

BEACH METRO NEWS

THE HOUSE AND APARTMENT CLEANING COMPANY

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

1226 Kingston Road 416-690-6116 www.thestudystudio.com Specialized programs for grades 3-12 and beyond in all subjects. Andrew English B.Ed. (14r)

Head Start Tutors

One on One Tutoring Grades 3-12 Conveniently located in the Vic Park South Physiotherapy Clinic/Henley Gardens www.headstarttutors-ca.com headstarttutors@rogers.com 416-272-9589 Proudly serving the Beach for over twenty years. Neil Bennett B.Ed./OCT Sally Vickers B.Ed./OCT

Apartment/ Home for Rent

Computer Services

General Services

LANDLORDS For Peace of Mind Call

HOME OFFICE: Computer repair

WAYNE’S

RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING

French / German

- COMPLETE RECYCLING - DEMOLITION SPECIALISTS

Window & Eaves Cleaning Gutter Filter Installation

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

Harding & King

R.E. Services Inc. Brokerage We make owning real estate & being a Landlord painless, easy & profitable. Call now 416-699-9714 x8 www.hardingandking.com

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

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

KSTS Computer Support (VISA/MC)

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RUBBISH REMOVAL 416-264-1495 CELL 416-567-4019

416-729-2077 cell

WWW.EUROPEANCLEAN.COM (13r)

A family business since 1956

416 421-5758

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rileyswindowcleaning.com

(13r)

TUTORING All Welcome

(r)

Contact: Marion @ 647-406-4681 or: marionklein@hotmail.ca (16)

BEACH METRO NEWS

Neighborhood Gardening Services

Inspire Math

- One-on-one tutoring at your home - All math from G4 to G12 & University/IB/GMAT -16+ years experience w/competitive knowledge - 2 Masters (Math Edu. & Applied Math) in USA Naoki (Japanese): 647-778-4322 inspiremathcanada@gmail.com

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MATH SPECIALIST

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

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

416-875-1883 math.avopticom.ca

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

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Unbelievably Affordable

Seasonal yard cleanup, Planting, pruning, fertilizing Woodland garden design Any reasonable request Security Approved Contact: Tim Conway 647-828-2468

- Decks - Fences - Retaining Walls - Repairs - All Stone Work

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EXCLUSIVE LAWN & LANDSCAPE - Spring & Fall Clean-ups - Lawn Cutting - Fertilizing - Seeding - Sodding - Aeration

416 822 6309

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LeRoux Froebel Bilingual School

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

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

Toronto: 416-434-3209 London: 519-636-9222 cdntreecare@hotmail.com

Victoria Gardening

416-698-1923 www.lerouxfroebel.com

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

Marlene 416-698-5668

DAY CARE CONNECTION LICENSED, NON-PROFIT HOME CHILD CARE

• SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1976 •

Nurturing, supportive care, flexible hours. Early Childhood Education Specialists to answer your questions. Call 416-698-0750

daycareconnection.net

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EAST TORONTO VILLAGE

CHILDREN’S CENTRE A licensed non-profit child care ser ving the Upper Beach for 31 years. w w w. E a s t To r o n t o V i l l a g e . c o m THE BEST THERE IS! S e e o u r ad o n page 10

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FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE FOR ADULTS WITH CHILDREN

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

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

184 MAIN ST. across from Ted Reeve Arena

416-690-0102

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Home Daycare Loving, caring, reliable, close to Library, Parks - Drop-in centre, Beach Rec Centre, daily outings, reading, crafts. Over 20 years experience. Excellent references. 416-693-5272 (14) NEED A NANNY? I am a loving, caring, reliable, punctual and honest person with a fun-loving and energetic attitude. I offer over 25 years of professional experience and expertise with children ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I have excellent references. Avail. F/T, P/T, Shared or Weekends Marzieh 416-391-2798 m.afrozb@gmail.com (12) Balmy Beach / St. Denis School Before and After School Care in my home. Snacks, crafts and homework supervision. 20 years experience, great references and receipts. Adrianne 647(12) 289-7776

Child Care Wanted

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Urban Gardens

647-222-4277 hillybeeug@gmail.com

(r)

ALL LAWN AND GARDEN Excellent pruning of hedges, shrubs & small trees. Lawn seeding, reel mowing, planting, weeding, butterfly gardens. Interlock relevelling. Basic carpentry. Raised beds, organic soil. Downspout disconnecting. Energetic & environmentally friendly!

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

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Gardening - Clean Up - Trimming - Seeding, planting, etc.

437-345-9858

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GARDEN CARE & ADVICE cleanup - pruning - planting readied for sale - vacation care maintenance - consultation Allison 416-693-7214 naturescapeconsult@yahoo.ca (17)

416-288-1499

www.greenapple.ca

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Green Apple Landscaping www.greenapple.ca

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LANDSCAPE • DESIGN & BUILD

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

LAWN CUTTING

*(weekly, bi-weekly, and one time visits available)

416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca

(12r)

www.thegoodmoves.com Call Hakan: 416 899-3980 (15)

A.S.M. MOVERS REASONABLE RATES

Local. Taking care of your possessions.

KIM PRICE

All Season Movers

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

Call Andre 416-422-4864

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WE MOVE FOR LESS!

$29 / hr. + 1 hr. & up 1 man $39/hr 2-$49 • 3-$65 • 4-$85 7 days Dan 647-763-5257

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CARTAGE & STORAGE 2 Men + Truck $49/hr Office • Apt. Deliveries

416-830-8183 Working Man’s Prices!

ABBA MOVING & STORAGE FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED OVER 49 YRS. www.abbamovers.ca

Creating Award Winning Gardens • Design and Construction •

HARRY

416-699-8575

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BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca

(7/17)

HARM’S PAINTING

Painters

No job too small for all your repair and painting needs (20)

WALLPAPER

416-690-3890

sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca

(r)

PROWAY

416.797.6731

proway.painting@gmail.com

Free Estimates & References Available (19)

Heating, Boilers & Radiator Repairs Reno, Repairs - LICENSED

416-265-4558 Cell 416-727-1595

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MASTER PLUMBER

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

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.

Call Rex 416-889-1963 rexn@rogers.com

G. LOCKE

Accomplished Finish Carpenter 25 yrs exp INT/EXT TRIM & STAIRCASES PORCHES, DECKS, FENCES

Glenn 416 837 9298

KITCHENS BUILT-INS WALL UNITS - BOOK CASES

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

Call Vince: workshop 416-285-9895 cell 416-399-2342

www.galaxywood.ca

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General Contracting specializing in DOOR & TRIM INSTALLATION

647-961-4440

CEJA ELECTRIC

MarkAlford6853@gmail.com

ECRA/ESA LIC#7001069

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Paulo’s Painting: Interior/exterior; quality painting; custom house painting; stain finishes. 10 years experience. Free estimates. Call Paulo at 416-854-4360 info@ paulospainting.com www.paulospainting.com (22)

Plumbers

*Ask For Photo I.D.*

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Proud To Have Served Our Community For Over 50 Years Specializing in Service Upgrades and Knob & Tube Wiring Metro Lic. # E-594 / ACP # M-R1507

416-690-1630

(r)

MURPHY

ELECTRIC ECRA/ESA#7004508

Knob & tube • No job too small

416-690-0173

Cell 416-529-5426

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ELECTRICIAN

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Lic: 7006786

Plumbing • Heating • Drains Renovation, Repair & Installation

MASTER ELECTRICIAN

Lic. #P-15099

Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

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

MBX ELECTRIC LTD.

416 691-3555

Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314

50 years in the Beach

(r)

Professional Quality Service Repairs-Renovations-Installations

Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations

Call Marc 416-910-1235

(r)

NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING

Beach resident for 50 years. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 www.neighbourhoodplumbing.ca (7/17)

TOM DAY

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

(6/17)

POWER

CONTRACTING CO.

Tel. 416-569-2181

(r)

THOSE ROOFERS Don’t call them, call those roofers

(12r)

Electrical

PANEL & SERVICE UPGRADE TROUBLESHOOTING & WIRING ANY KIND OF SMALL OR BIG JOB. REASONABLE PRICE

Call: 416.939.7833 Lic# 7009221

Doug 416-871-1734 Jeff 647-686-8103 Lic - Insured • Free Estimate

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Carpenters ROBINSON CARPENTRY Quality Craftsmanship with Attention to Detail Local Carpenter Serving

Licensed/Insured On Time/On Budget (r)

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CITY WIDE ROOFING

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

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

KEW BEACH GENERAL CONTRACTING

Roofing Flats • Shingles Siding • Fascia Soffit Eavestrough • Skylights & much more Serving the Beach 25 years Metro Lic 416-694-7402

COMPANY

The Beach For 35 Yrs. Clyde Robinson 416 691 8241 www.robinsoncarpentry.com

LANIGAN’S

- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work

VISA / MC / AMERICAN EXPRESS

Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations

(13r)

ALL TYPES OF ROOFS

MASTER 416-833-3006

(r)

• Shingle and Flat Roofing Repairs • Install Downpipes • Eavestrough cleaning For a Free Estimate ask for Lawrence

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

Big or small we do them all

690-8533

Queen St. Roofing 416-698-2613

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

COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SERVICES RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL

MIKE PARKER PLUMBING

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Roofers

free estimates

CLAYTON ELECTRIC

Call for free estimate.

(12)

MARK & JEREMY

Dave 416 694 4369

PAINTING PROMO SUMMER SPECIAL

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GALAXY

Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades

dave@beachhillpainting.com (19)

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CUSTOM WOODWORKING

ESA LIC# 7002668

25 years • Free estimates

(19)

416-690-1315

CARL 647-787-5818

24 hr. - lic# P1624

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DESIGN • BUILD LANDSCAPE SERVICES DRAWING AVAILABLE

INTERIOR, EXTERIOR QUALITY PAINTING; KITCHEN CABINET REFINISHING & CUSTOM PAINT; STAINING & WATER PROOFING, DECKS & FENCES

416-910-6302

Bill Watson 647-283-0095

(12r)

CELL 416-875-5781

(12)

•home entertainment centres •home offices •bookcases, fireplace surrounds •utilize your space with built-in storage units

DECKS•FENCES

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

Built-in-Cabinets

CABINETRY, BUILT-INS

DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183

INSTALLATION RESTORATION INVISIBLE REPAIRS Rod 416-766-4066 see roderickdunn.com

www.ontariowaterplumbing.com

Family owned & operated 26 years in business

DRAINS Dishwasher & Gas Repairs

GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC

42 yrs

Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537

Larry’s Painting & Repairs

Electricians

MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik

Interior • Exterior Residential • Commercial Plastering • Drywall

(12r)

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LTD

PAINTING & DECORATING

-Lawn Cutting / Care -Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning -Hedge Trimming

647 401 7970

ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING

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

Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs

BEACH PLUMBING

(17r)

ATLANTIS PLUMBING

(13r)

BEACHCOMBERS

416-858-6683

Landscape Design 647-545-5143

(9/17)

PAINTING

416-690-1356

Fully licensed & insured. Lic #T94

BEACH HILL

HOMES•OFFICES~LICENSED•INSURED YOUR VAN LINE ALTERNATIVE VISA•MC•AMEX•DISCOVER

GREENSTONE LANDSCAPES

(12r)

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

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

PLUMBER CONTRACTOR

416-694-2470

“Always on Time and on Budget”

STUDIO 1

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

BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

info@blpm.ca

dave@writteninstonelandscapes.com 647-545-9561 (15)

MEN* *MOVE * Single Items too! *

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

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PROFESSIONAL PAINTER

www.BestWayToMove.com (12r)

Award Winning Design & Build

Steve 647-853-6420

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Watch our videos at

www.kimpricelandscapedesign.com

416-414-5883

416-439-6639

416-999-MOVE (6683)

Green Apple Landscaping

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

Dianne 416 699 5070

Accurate work & reasonable rates

Landscapers

SERENITY PAINTING

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

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

Movers

Design. Installation. Maintenance. Clean Up.

(17r)

*** Free Estimates ***

Interlocking & Natural Stone Repair

647 766 7875 John

Call Franz 416-690-8722

‘As Promised’ Painting

IDEAL

Retaining Walls • Planting

Garden & Tree -Lawn Cutting / Care -Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning -Hedge Trimming

• Weekly & Bi-Weekly Lawn Cutting • Spring Clean-ups • Fertilization & Aeration • Hedge Trimming & Pruning • Seeding & Sodding (16) 647-210-LAWN (5296)

Driveways • Patios • Steps

Hedge Trimming Clean Up Mulch, Sod, etc.

STONEHENGE

Looking for experienced part time after school help for twin 12 year olds (boy and a girl) to help with homework, some meal preparation and managing after school activities. 3:15-6:30 daily. Either 4 or 5 days a week. Driving is an asset. Kingston Road and Victoria Park area. Please call 416-995-9283. Looking for an early September start or as (12) soon as possible

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WRITTEN IN STONE

Hilly Bee (r)

416 822 6309

LANDSCAPING

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Cascade Plumbing GTA

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

IN THE BEACH LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTS

CANADIAN TREE CARE

Child Care Available

FRANZ’S PAINTING

EXCLUSIVE LAWN & LANDSCAPE

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COXWELL ROOFING

Flat Roofs & Shingles Aluminum Siding ~ Fascia & Soffit Eavestrough Cleaned & Replaced Tuck Pointing & Much More Free Estimates • Metro Lic. B17416

416-694-7497 ~ 416-423-4245

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ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION! Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed Gus:

416-910-8033

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ROOFING SYSTEMS PLUS

SHINGLES • REPAIRS FLATS roofingsystemsplus.ca 416-857-0730 Free estimate (15)

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

BERGERON ROOFING TOTAL RENOVATIONS INC.

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

416-466-9025

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CANADIAN CONTRACTORS

416-694-2488 www.totalrenovations.com

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

J. BROW ROOFING Shingles • Flats • Cedar Free Estimates Residential & Commercial Tel: 416-752-6453 Cell: 416-788-9020

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416-375-5191

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Trades GNOMEWORKS

416 660 4721

Mark Denington

416-691-8693

(r)

HANDYMAN

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

SERVICES “No Job Too Small”

Competitive prices • Satisfaction guaranteed

Call today for free estimate

•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL

416-999-2333

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

Marc 416-617-7205

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

(12r)

TILE + STONE

(r)

GODFREY RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS LTD.

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

647-967-7366

•NO JOB TOO SMALL• Metro Lic. #B9948

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ED GODFREY

416-264-8517

(r)

WET BASEMENT ? Foundation Repair/Waterproofing

FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.

15 yrs exp No job too small! Free Quotes, satisfaction guaranteed - Lic & Ins

647-771-0227 jeff@heyhandyman.ca www.heyhandyman.ca

www.webuildit.ca (r)

Innerspace

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

Flooring Installer All Types: Ceramics • Natural Stones Vinyl • Cork Hardwoods • Laminates Floating and Plank Met. Lic. B-8357

Gord Walker 416-694-2119

Flooring, Tile, Carpentry, drywall, paint, mud & tape. all types of small & large renos (12..)

CONCRETE WORK L B 416-917-5990

(r)

TILE INSTALLATION

Cable & Telephone Wiring Telephone Systems

porcelain. marble . limestone . glass . ceramics

Residential, Commercial, Retail, Home Offices Senior Rates

All work guaranteed. 25 years experience Free estimates

Alan Burke 416-699-4350

416-558-8453

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STONEHENGE FOUNDATION REPAIR WATERPROOFING

MR.

(12r)

HARDWOOD FLOORS

All about wooden floors Serving Toronto since 1981

416-467-6735

www.stonehengefoundations.com

MANUEL 416-727-1900 (14r)

(r)

Basement Lowering www.basementlowering.com 416-494-3999

Underpinning Specialists “Reclaim Your Basement”

MASONRY CHIMNEYS - REPAIRS OR NEW

(r)

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

• Brick / Foundation • Concrete / Stone • Chimney & Parging

Restoration & Build www.jdbuild.ca

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