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THE BALMY Beach Residents Association, Beach Metro News and Community Centre 55 are hosting a town hall meeting featuring candidates running for city council in the riding of Beaches—East York. The meeting will take place on Monday, September 24, 2018 at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Road at 7:30 p.m. All registered candidates running for councillor in the Beaches—East York area have been invited and will be given the opportunity to make a statement. Written questions from the audience will be
accepted. If you have a question for the candidates, you can submit it at the start of the evening, or you may send it in advance by email to editor@beachmetro. com. This is a free event that is open to the general public. With the possibility of new ward boundaries, and both of our area councillors retiring, this is your opportunity to hear the new voices that you can choose to be our voice at city hall. As of press time, election day is scheduled for Monday, October 22, 2018.
Beach resident Dora Attard collected thousands of bits and pieces of plastic garbage from along the lakeshore of the Beach for a six-month period before deciding something more needed to be done to draw attention to the problem. To increase awareness, Dora took the garbage she and her family had collected and created several art installations to display her findings. A sampling of the over 1,100 straws and hundreds of balloons, lighters, and ribbons that she picked up are shown here. She was also able to create an eight-foot-high water bottle-shaped sculpture using the 1,000 plastic water bottles that she had collected. See page 17.
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Local city councillor candidates riding out ward limbo By Nina Rafeek
WEEKS AWAY from municipal election on October 22, candidates for Beaches—East York city council are in ward-boundary limbo after a series of unprecedented judicial jigs and political pirouettes. The shake-up, which involved Ontario’s Superior Court, Queen’s Park and Toronto City Hall, was over the provincial government’s decision to reduce the number of wards and city councillors to 25. Initially, candidates for city council were running under the 47-ward model, which was to be implemented on December 1, 2018, when the new 2018-2022 term of city council begins.
All of that changed on July 30 when Premier Doug Ford introduced Bill 5, the Better Local Government Act, to reduce the size of city council from 47 to 25 councillors. Under the new act, the boundaries for Beaches—East York would change to match the provincial riding, morphing two wards into one. On August 14, 2018, Bill 5 was passed at Queen’s Park and the city set a new registration date for those interested in running for council under the 25-ward model. From a campaign perspective, this meant that candidates for city councillor, many of which had been organizing their campaigns since May, had two weeks to change their campaign strategy after the bill was passed. New faces entered the race, while others decided to drop out.
For some candidates, this meant printed literature had to be destroyed, revised and increased to match the new ward boundaries, and fast — with the revised boundaries, the number of constituents in Beaches—East York jumps from 54,265 to 109,465 according to Elections Ontario and City of Toronto statistics. Valerie Maltais, who registered early as a candidate, is running for Beaches—East York. Maltais explained that she had to act quickly to ramp up her outreach and fundraising efforts. “It can certainly be a disadvantage for people like me and for others who don’t have the affiliations and the funding to adapt,” said Maltais.
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Beach Citizen of the Year is Sheila Blinoff. Many of you will know Sheila from her over 40 years as General Manager for Beach Metro News. However, Sheila’s contributions to the area go far beyond Beach Metro. Sheila and her husband Andrew purchased a home on Balsam Avenue in 1969 (for, believe it or not, $28,500). A young mother with a small son, she was eager to get involved in her new neighbourhood. About that time, the Toronto District School Board decided to replace the original Balmy Beach School. A number of mothers in the area began meeting to challenge the open concept design and Sheila became involved in the project. Their idea was for a school that was a community hub which could be used by both elementary students and community members. When the new school was built, the old school was used for a while to hold classes for adults. More than 400 people were involved. Sheila taught dressmaking and learned how to play the recorder as well as simple electrical fixes. The Balmy Beach mothers
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Friends, family and well-wishers attended the investiture ceremony for 2018 Beach Citizen of the Year, Sheila Blinoff, shown here in the Millennium Garden at Eastern and Coxwell Avenues just after the unveiling of her plaque on Saturday September 15, 2018. also started the first stoopand-scoop program where volunteers would clean up the area from Leuty to Wi-
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The challenges of having to increase funding and outreach efforts mid-campaign was a primary reason the city and other affiliated parties fought the bill in the Superior Court of Ontario and won. On September 10, Superior Court Justice Edward Belobaba ruled against Bill 5, citing that changing ward boundaries and reducing the size of city council mid-election infringed on the rights of freedom of expression (Section 2b of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms) of the candidates. On the same day, Premier Doug Ford held a press conference at Queen’s Park announcing that he will use his power as premier to invoke Section 33 of the Charter, otherwise known as the notwithstanding clause, which overrides Justice Belobaba’s decision. The clause gives provincial powers or parliament the ability to override Section 2 or Section 7 to 15 of the charter for a five-year term. This would be the first time in history that an Ontario premier has invoked the notwithstanding clause. Pushing the agenda forward, the premier reintroduced the legislation as Bill 31, calling it the Efficient Local Government Act. Several candidates for Beaches—East York expressed their concern with Premier Ford’s quick and unprecedented reaction to the superior court judgement. For Adam Smith, a newer candidate for the area, Ford’s de-
cision to invoke the clause was “anti-democratic” in his opinion. “Ford truly believes he is the king of Ontario,” he said in an interview with Beach Metro News last week. Beaches—East York candidate Brad Bradford said that invoking such as powerful clause should be done with careful consideration. “We should have a very, very high bar for [the notwithstanding clause],” he said. “I don’t think it should be used for a pet project.” Bradford has been campaigning since June and opened his office at 155 Main Street last weekend. While the candidates interviewed by Beach Metro News said that constituents reaction to the ward reduction was mixed, almost all Beaches—East York residents they spoke with were against the use of the notwithstanding clause. “People feel like they haven’t been asked their opinion,” Beaches—East York candidate Josh Makuch. Concern over Ford’s decision was echoed at city hall. In a city council meeting on September 13, Ward 22 Councillor Josh Matlow put forth a motion to establish a city charter. The provisions set out in this charter would trump provincial legislation on municipal issues which would essentially create more autonomy for the City of Toronto. On the same day, with a vote of 28-8, city council passed the motion to further the idea of a city charter and have it reviewed by the federal government. With an election day looming as at press time, Beaches— East York candidates and constituents are still unsure of what final decisions will be made.
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Stephen Andreopoulos is leaving his successful painting business to work on earning a Certificate of Education at Cardiff Metropolitan University in Wales.
Business owner off to Cardiff By Fiona Bramzell It’s not unusual for students to work during the summer to help pay for school, but when that business pulls in over $100,000 in a year, that’s taking a student job to a whole new level. Avis Painting owner Stephen Andreopoulos has done just that. At 22 years old, Stephen has achieved what many young adults of his age just dream about. He is heading to Cardiff Metropolitan University to continue his pursuit of a teaching certificate with his ultimate goal being teaching co-op and physical education to high school students. Being a member of the East York Baseball Camp from an early age, and having always been heavily involved in sports throughout high school, it seemed natural for Stephen to want to work in the field. After graduating from Humber College in Fitness and Health Promotion and gaining his Bachelor of Applied Science from University of Guelph-Humber, he decided to apply to Cardiff for their accelerated one-year postgrad Certificate of Education so he could get started on his career sooner rather than later. But, as he leaves for Cardiff, he’ll also be leaving a thriving painting business that all began when he was painting decks for some extra cash at 17. “It’s been crazy how the business has grown so fast,” said Stephen when we sat down for a quick chat before he was off to quote another painting job. “Just through referrals, word of mouth and posting on the Facebook community groups,
I became so busy that I had to start taking on employees and even contracting jobs out,” he said. Stephen’s close-knit family have been an important part of his success and he gives full credit to his mom, Diana, and older brother, Michael, a professional plumber, for helping him along the way. His business was given a boost when he applied for, and received, a City of Toronto Youth Enterprise Grant which not only supplied the cash to purchase equipment but also provided mentorship which, as a new business owner, Stephen found invaluable. “Figuring out how to run a business has been a real learning opportunity,” he said. “From taxes and payroll to the WSIB and bookkeeping, it’s been a lot for me to deal with in addition to actually completing the jobs.” Stephen plans to keep Avis Painting going while he’s away, and given its success you’d think he’d be tempted to ditch his career dreams and just focus on growing his business. But while the business means a lot to him, Stephen says he’s adamant that teaching is where his passion lies. “Giving back to kids and providing the support and mentoring I received when I was young is important to me. I’ve been very lucky—my brother has been a huge role model and, as a single parent, my mom had to make a lot of sacrifices for us. Whatever I do, whether it’s with Avis Painting or teaching, I just want to make her proud.” Having such an entrepreneurial, hardworking and caring son as Stephen, she undoubtedly already is.
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Concert will hit all the high notes Oct. 5 By Beach Metro Staff
COUNTERTENOR (NOUN) — of or being the highest male voice; having a range above that of the tenor. Ever heard one? If not, now is your chance. The Kingston Road Village Concert Series (KRVCS) will kick off its 2018-19 concert series with a bang. The Countertenor Madness concert on Friday, October 5 at 7:30 p.m. will showcase five countertenors in a one-of-a-kind extravaganza. It is rare enough to have one countertenor roaming around, but it is almost unheard of to have five in the same concert. This is possibly one of the only times you will hear such a unique event. Local businesswoman Mary Gore (in partnership with her husband Bob of Robert Gore and Associates) has raised the funds necessary to bring these artists
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From left to right: César Aguilar, Ryan McDonald, Ian Sabourin, Benjamin Shaw, Daniel Taylor and Miguel Brito will perform at Countertenor Madness on Oct. 5.
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feature a varied program. You’ll hear some standard countertenor repertoire and a few more modern works. All of these singers are currently pursuing graduate or postgraduate degrees at the University of Toronto. They have been recognized for their beautiful voices across Canada and around the world. “This concert marks the first time that they have all performed together,” said Mary. “Two special guests will also be appearing as part of this wonderful evening. Mexican musicians pianist Miguel Brito and tenor Jesús Cortés will present an homage to Mexico along with César Aguilar, as part of the concert.” It is their fervent wish that the audience will experience the musical passion that unites them as an ensemble. Less than a year ago Miguel and César met briefly in the hallway of the music faculty at the University of Toronto. Their brief exchange led to a collaboration that resulted in concerts promoting Mexican classical music. A rather unusual circumstance led to the creation of their trio. Jesús was holidaying in Canada when, through a friend, he was introduced to César. When César found out that Jesús was also an opera singer he insisted on hearing him sing. The voice had such a special quality that César did not hesitate to introduce him to Mary Gore, the driving force behind this concert. She, in turn was so excited by the sound of his voice that she decided then and there to fly him from Mexico City for the October concert. These three musicians are excited to share their music and to show their appreciation for Canada and the many Canadians who have welcomed and supported them. You will not want to miss this evening of glorious music. Tickets are $25 at the door or through www.countertenors.eventbrite.com.
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Federal government should take stronger action to eliminate guns Nathaniel Erskine-Smith MP Beaches—East York OUR FEDERAL government should take stronger action to eliminate gun violence, and that includes a handgun ban. We have a responsibility to keep our communities safe. With the violence in our own community this summer, and having lost an incredible young woman in Reese, I have spent a lot of time reading and thinking about what more we can do to fulfill this central responsibility. The prime minister is engaged in the same exercise. Recently, he
tasked new Minister Bill Blair with reducing gun crime, including an examination of a full ban on handguns and assault weapons in Canada. Other jurisdictions, including the UK and Australia, have taken similar action with some positive results. And while we should acknowledge that it can be difficult to draw bright lines to specific successful policies, there is enough available evidence to support more action. The evidence we have here, based on StatsCan, suggests that “the criminal use of firearms is a focus of concern in Canada, particularly in certain cities like Toronto where media reports have identified a growing number of shootings to date for 2018.”
On StatsCan’s own numbers, 130 homicides were committed with handguns in 2016, or 58 per cent of all shooting homicides. The data is not sufficiently clear to know entirely where these crime guns are coming from. But we do know that a number of crime guns come from legal sources. For example, according to data from Toronto Police Services, of 726 crime guns seized in 2017, the majority cannot be traced, 25 per cent can be traced from the US, and 20 per cent are from domestic sources. We also know that the number of stolen legal handguns has increased over the years, and there is some evidence of straw purchasing. Beyond criminal activity, we also know that
legal handguns are used in suicides and accidental deaths. So there is a reasonable basis for believing that a handgun ban could help to reduce gun violence. More, such a ban could apply only to private possession, allowing target shooting to continue, albeit limited to tightly regulated commercial facilities. On this latter point, we should strengthen the security of these facilities, including 24/7 video surveillance (already a requirement for commercial cannabis growers). As we move forward with any handgun ban, we should also commit ourselves to the evidence, to both track crime gun data with more specificity going forward, and to review the success of any new rules
after a five or 10-year period of time. We should also recognize that a ban on the private possession of handguns is only part of any holistic solution to the problem of gun violence in our cities. Our government’s Bill C-71, currently before parliament, seeks to improve and tighten Canada’s gun control rules, including strengthening background checks. In Australia, when the government adopted strict measures in the wake of a mass shooting, it also committed significant funds to a buyback program to get guns off the street.
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Letters to the Editor My wish list for the next mayor...
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Moody blues Photographer Kenn Leitch captured a moody mid-day sky on September 9.
For our next mayor I am seeking a candidate who will respect drivers, you know, we who actually contribute to the economy and the coffers of the city. Our city councillors and mayor are constantly saying the city is in need of money, and seeking ways of garnering more. Yet, while it has been suggested numerous times to have cyclists insured and licensed, which would also make them responsible and accountable, our present government refuses to do so. The burden of paying for infrastructure should be shared by all, especially in light of the lost revenue due to having replaced numerous parking spaces to accommodate cyclists. They pay nothing for this, which is not fair to drivers who are inconvenienced by the lack of parking spaces. As well, shop owners have lost customers and revenue because of the lack of convenient parking near their stores. By licensing cyclists, this would also ensure that when they do ride their bikes in a dangerous fashion and cause accidents, the costs of repairs
or lost time at work will be assumed by the person responsible, not the victim. I am looking for a mayor who will privatize garbage and recycling pick-up, and who will create employment by utilizing pre-existing facilities which can be repurposed so we may burn garbage. This will save the money we spend to ship our waste, as well as ridding said waste responsibly, creating about one per cent emissions into the atmosphere and alleviate additions to landfills. Mr. Ford is right to close injection sites, as they encourage and endorse the use of illegal, addictive and dangerous substances. Second, it is an open invitation to drug dealers. Third, it does nothing to get people clean. What is needed is education about the positive uses of marijuana which is non-addictive and, unlike pharmaceuticals, has never killed anyone, as it is impossible to overdose. We need a mayor who will ensure our taxes are allocated properly and look after the city’s infrastructure; a candidate who respects tax dollars and doesn’t piddle money away frivolously. (Editor’s note: Letters are edited for brevity and clarity.)
Dee C. Burns
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Community Calendar SEPT. 18: Beach & East Toronto Historical Society presents Richard Gerrard, historian with the City of Toronto, at the Beaches Library, 2161 Queen St. E., 7-8:15 p.m. Gerrard will talk about new archeology at Fort York and an update on the 19th century schooner excavation. Free. All welcome. Info: www.tbeths.com SEPT. 20: St. Aidan’s Authors’ Dinner at the Balmy Beach Club, foot of Beech Avenue at the lake, 6 p.m. Celebrating “Life in the Beach” featuring: Maureen Jennings, creator of the Murdoch Mystery series, and author of her latest book, Let Darkness Bury the Dead; J Shayne Randall, author of The Pepper Kid; and Maia Caron, author of Song of Batoche. Guest appearance by actor, Thomas Craig, Murdoch’s Inspector Brackenreid. Musical entertainment by St. Aidan’s Regrets, and guest opera singers, Michael Barrett and Marcelle Boisjoli. Tickets, including dinner, are $75, and must be purchased in advance. Call the church office at 416-691-2222 or email staidan@eol.ca SEPT. 20: Beach Photo Club at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7-9:30 p.m. Topic: “Solar Prints” with Margaret Rodgers. Club meets first and third Thursday of every month (September to May). Info: www.beachphotoclub. com, beachphotoclub@gmail.com SEPT. 21-23: Beach Guild of Fine Art presents ‘Art in The Beach’ Show and Sale at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Friday 5-9 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m.5 p.m. Paintings, cards and prints. Free admission, donations to Bluffs Food Bank welcomed. Info: beachguildoffineart.com SEPT. 22: Giant Used Book & A/V Sale (no text books or magazines) at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd., 9-11:30 a.m. Here’s your chance to stock up for an entire winter of literary or viewing/ listening enjoyment. You’ll find hard cover, soft cover, coffee table books, cookbooks, children’s, teens, romance, fiction, nonfiction, hobbies & crafts books, etc. as well as audiobooks, CD’s, DVD’s, LPs and VHS tapes. TTC 116 & 86 pass by the door. Handicapped access. Parking lot opp. 13 Crestwood. Info: Scarboroughbluffs.org SEPT. 22: Acoustic Harvest presents A Cabaret Evening with John Sheard & Mary Kelly at Beach United Church, Great Hall, 140 Wineva Ave., 8 p.m. Sheard is a producer/pianist from CBC’s The Vinyl Café. Tickets $25 at door, $22 advance at www.acousticharvest.ca SEPT. 22, 23: Yorkshire Rose Quilt Show at Ellesmere Community Centre, 20 Canadian Rd. (at Warden Ave.). A lively mix of modern and traditional quilts. Info: yorkshirerosequiltersguildoftoronto.blogspot.ca SEPT. 23: Gun Violence Town Hall at St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School, 49 Felstead Ave., 2-4 p.m. Co-hosted by BeachesEast York MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith and Toronto-Danforth MP Julie Dabrusin. SEPT. 24: Beaches-East York Councillor Candidates Town Hall at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 7:30 p.m. Hosted by The Balmy Beach Residents Association. With the new ward boundaries, and both of the previous councillors retiring, come take the opportunity to hear the new voices that you can choose to be our voice at City Hall. Free. Open to the public. SEPT. 27: Free Seniors’ Movie – “Mission: Impossible 6 – Fallout” starring Tom Cruise, at The Fox Theatre, 2236 Queen St. E. Doors open 10 a.m., movie starts at 10:30 a.m. Presented by ReMax Hallmark – Share & Shep Sheppard. SEPT. 28: Outdoor Movie Night – “Jumanji” at Bob Acton Park, 45 William Hancox Ave., 7:30 p.m. approx. Free admission. Popcorn. Please bring chairs and/or blankets. Info: 416-691-1113, jade@centre55.com SEPT. 28: Amen Alleluia – A Tamil Musical Evening at Church of St. Bede, 79 Westbourne Ave., 7-9 p.m. Traditional Tamil songs with Clement Vedanayagam Sasthriyar and Beryl Natasha. Info: Pastor Jennifer Schick 416-7578241, office@stbedesanglican.com SEPT. 29: Upper Beaches Fall Festival at Kimberley P.S. (Main St. & Swanwick
Ave.), 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Kids’ crafts and activities, pumpkin carving, bouncy castle, music, raffle prizes, food truck and vendors, local vendors and more! Apple Pie baking contest – bring your homemade pie before 11 a.m. for judging. Info: 416-691-1113, jade@centre55.com SEPT. 29: Kingston Road Village Fall Festival, from Main St. to Victoria Pk. Ave., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. SEPT. 29: Fallfest at Birchcliff Bluffs United Church, 33 East Rd. (Warden Ave. & Kingston Rd.), 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, baking, glassware, gift & Christmas items, books, toys, sharpening service, breakfast & lunch. Info: 416-694-4081, bbuc.ca SEPT. 29: Jazz and Reflection presents The David Occhipinti Trio at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 4:30 p.m. Freewill offering, donations welcome. Info: beachunitedchurch.com SEPT. 30: Community Centre 55 Annual Car Show at Bob Acton Park, 45 William Hancox Ave. (east of Main St., north of Gerrard), 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission. Food and drinks for sale. Prizes. Info: Evonne Hossack 416691-1113, evonne@centre55.com OCT. 2: Applegrove All Candidates Meeting at 60 Woodfield Rd. (gym), 7-9 p.m. Applegrove Community Complex has invited all registered candidates. This is an opportunity to meet the candidates, pick up information packages about their platforms, ask a question, and listen to candidates’ answers to residents’ questions. OCT. 3: Beach Photo Club at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7-9:30 p.m. (This meeting is being held Wednesday instead of Thursday.) Topic: “Exploring the Vernacular Photograph: from the familiar to the found” with Sara Angelucci. Club meets first and third Thursday of every month (September to May). Info: www.beachphotoclub.com, beachphotoclub@gmail.com OCT. 3: Scarborough Garden & Horticultural Society Meeting at Scarborough Village Recreation Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd. (at Markham Rd.), 7 p.m. Free presentation by expert Ian McCallum “Cacti, Succulents and Other Green Things”. Refreshments included. Guests welcome. Info: www.gardenontario.org OCT. 5: Countertenor Madness at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25 at door. Info: www.countertenors.eventbrite.com OCT. 5-7, 11-14, 18-20: Scarborough Players present Noises Off at Scarborough Village Theatre, 3600 Kingston Rd. (at Markham Rd.), 8 p.m. (Oct. 7, 14, and 20 at 2 p.m.). This slapstick comedy opens the Scarborough Players’ 60th season. Tickets $24, seniors/ students $19. Box office: 416-267-9292. Info: www.theatrescarborough.com OCT. 6: 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. Hot meal is also served. Info: 416-690-5169 OCT. 13: Messy Church ‘Light’ at Fallingbrook Presbyterian Church, 35 Wood Glen Rd., 5:30-7 p.m. An exciting interactive program open to the community for children ages 6-12 and parents, children under 6 welcome with parental supervision. Games, crafts, story, song, and pizza supper. Pre-registration: 461-699-3084, fboffice@rogers.com OCT. 14: Leslieville Flea at the Ashbridge Estate, 1444 Queen St. E. (between Greenwood & Gerrard), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Vendors selling vintage, salvaged, furniture, antiques, collectibles, upcycled and handcrafted goods. Beer and food. Free morning yoga. Free admission. Info: www.leslievilleflea.com OCT. 20: Welbanks 7th Annual Great Pumpkin Giveaway at Kew Beach Public School, 101 Kippendavie Ave., 1-4 p.m. Hot chocolate, face painting, balloon artist, bouncy castle, and 250 free pumpkins. Monetary or non-perishable food donations to food bank gratefully accepted. Enter our pumpkin carving contest for
your chance to win a prize! Submissions can be sent to teja@welbanks.com NOV. 24: Craft Sale at St. John the Baptist Norway, 470 Woodbine Ave. (at Kingston Rd.), 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Local artisans will have crafts and gifts for the home and the holidays. This is a very popular annual sale. Lunch and home baking will also be available. For inquiries regarding vending tables, please contact, Genny Stock at crafts.stjohns@gmail.com ONGOING 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 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 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 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, last Thursday of each month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Adults in the community are invited for soup, sandwiches and fellowship. •Sept. 27 – Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave. Info: 416-691-6869 EAST END COMMUNITY HEALTH Centre, 1619 Queen St. E. •Pulmonary Rehab Group: Mondays & Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Sept. 24-Nov. 14. Program combines educational topics and supervised exercise to improve COPD symptoms and increase exercise tolerance. Primary Health Care Provider referral and pre-registration is required. Free. Registration required: Leslie 416-778-5805 x 237 •Anger Management: Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m., Sept. 27-Nov. 1. Free 6-week workshop aimed to help you understand and deal with anger. Develop healthy and positive strategies to deal with stressful situations and people. Registration required: Azra 416-778-5805 x 214. Centre info: www.eastendchc.on.ca ALPHA COURSE at Waverley Road Baptist Church, 129 Waverley Rd., Mondays 6:30 p.m. until November 26. Explore the meaning of life, faith, and God in a friendly, open, and informal environment. Each session includes food, a short talk, and discussion in small groups. Course also includes an amazing weekend away halfway through the course. Registration required. Info: 416694-3054 or info@waverleyroadbaptist.ca THE PSYCHIC IS IN! at Juice & Java Café, 2102 Queen St. E., third Friday and last Sunday of every month, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.-ish. Great food, great shops to walk-about. Kid-friendly. Text or vx 647-449-5920, email thepsychicinn@ gmail.com, www.thepsychicinn.com MEALS ON WHEELS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED by Neighbourhood Link Support Services. Drivers and runners needed to deliver meals once per week, Sunday to Friday (including statutory holidays), 10:30 a.m.-noon. Info: Nina Shwaizer Safary 416-691-7407 x 236, volunteer@neighbourhoodlink.org CHURCHES 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
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a.m. •Thursdays: Scripture Study, 7:30 p.m. All welcome. Info: Church Office 416-691-2222, staidansinthebeach.com BEACH UNITED CHURCH, 140 Wineva Ave. All welcome! •Regular Sunday Worship Service held at 10:30 am. Nursery care & children’s activity time provided. •Jam Nite 7:30 p.m., Sept. 25. Join us for a fun, relaxed jam session. Bring your instrument, your voice, a song to share. No musical skill level needed, just enthusiasm to make music together. •Blood Donor Clinic 1:307:30 p.m. Sept. 28 •Diversifying Self-Care: Art & Spirit 7-9 p.m. Sept. 28. This is an open group for young adults (21-35) to connect creatively and grow through an evening of interactive discussion about selfcare and growth. We will provide dinner with vegan/halal options and have a songwriting workshop after. To register, contact Dayna Browne at youth@beachuc.com •Jazz & Reflection “Upon the Stars” 4:30 p.m. Sept. 29 featuring the David Occhipinti Trio, with David Occhipinti guitar, Aline Homzy violin, and Virginia MacDonald clarinet. •Meet up at the Death Diner 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays: Oct. 3, 17, Nov. 7, 28. A series of discussions on death and dying over dinner. Each session led by an experienced guest – a doctor, a spiritual guide, a hospice leader, and a mindfulness educator. More information and single session registration through Eventbrite or office@beachuc.com. Info: 416-691-8082, www.beachunitedchurch. com. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. 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 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 ST. SAVIOUR’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 43 Kimberley Ave. (at Swanwick Ave.) Join us for Sunday service at 10:30 a.m., with Church school. Animal Blessing on Sunday Oct. 7th at 3 p.m. on the church lawn. Info: 416-699-6512. www.stsaviours.ca, https:// www.facebook.com/churchwithreddoor/ LIBRARIES BEACHES LIBRARY, 2161 Queen St. E. •Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies, 2-4 p.m. Cinematic classics, new releases, foreign films and documentaries. Sept. 19 – Born Yesterday (1950); Sept. 26 – Catch-22 (1970) •Sept. 20: The Astronomers Toolbox – Telescopes, 6:30 p.m., for ages 7-12 (space limited, tickets will be given 15 minutes prior to program) •Sept. 20: Science Literacy Week – Kids Code Jeunesse Free Scratch Workshop, 6:30 p.m., for ages 8-12. Registration required. •Sept. 29: Inspirational Talk with Art – Shellyann Siddoo, 2 p.m. Siddoo is a visually-impaired artist who uses her work to inspire others. Info: 416-393-7703 GERRARD ASHDALE LIBRARY, 1432 Gerrard St. E. •Sept. 20: Not Your Grandad’s Weed, 7 p.m., with forensic toxicologist and author, James Wigmore. Info: 416-393-7717, ashdaleevents@ gmail.ca, www.torontopubliclibrary. ca. Library is wheelchair accessible. TAYLOR LIBRARY, 1440 Kingston Rd. •Sept. 28: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words, 2 p.m., but how do you tell a story in just one picture? Join this uniquely creative and fun workshop, learn how, and do it yourself. Registration required: 416-396-8939. Info: 416-396-8940 MAIN STREET LIBRARY, 137 Main St. •Sept. 29: Special Effects Filmmaking Demonstration, 2-4 p.m. Learn how green screens, puppets and miniature models are used to bring creatures to life on screen. All ages. Info: 416-393-7700
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John Sheard (left) and Mary Kelly Acoustic Harvest presents a Cabaret Evening with John Sheard (CBC’s Vinyl Café) & Mary Kelly on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 at the door or $22 in advance at www.acousticharvest.ca. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Salty Dog Bar & Grill hosts live jazz at 1980 Queen Street East, Tuesdays from 7 to 10 p.m. No cover charge. •September 18: Alison Young saxophone, Eric Boucher
piano, George Koller bass, Greg Pilo drums. •September 25: Special appearance from New York – Chris Bacas saxophone, Stefan Bauer vibraphone, Jim Vivian bass, Greg Pilo drums. There’s also Thursday Night Karaoke, Friday Night Blues Jam, and Saturday Matinee. For details visit www.thesaltydog.ca or search Salty Dog Bar & Grill on Facebook. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------The David Occhipinti Trio kicks off the fall season of the Jazz and Reflection series at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., on Saturday, Sept. 29, at 4:30 p.m. Composer/guitarist Occhipinti is a multiple Juno award nominee, Aline Homzy is a classical and jazz award-winning violinist and composer, and Virginia Macdonald is a regular performer at venues such as the Toronto Jazz Festival and the Beaches Jazz Festival. Visit beachunitedchurch.com for more info. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Barons Band brings you hot, swinging jazz you can dance to every Tuesday at Baron Byng Legion, 243 Coxwell Ave., from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Call Paul Hallam 416-444-1956 for more information.
Documentary The Water Docs Film Festival is featuring an outdoor screening of Beyond Crisis at the R. C. Harris Water Treatment Plant, 2701 Queen St. East, on Friday, Sept. 21, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. (rain date Saturday, Sept. 22). The film explores what it means to be living in a new era of climate change as told by 50 diverse Canadian voices. Admission is free but pay-what-you-can donations are appreciated. Free popcorn will be available but BYO refreshments (no plastic water bottles please) and blankets/lawn chairs. For more info, search Water Docs Film Festival on Facebook.
Art The Beach Guild of Fine Art presents ‘Art in The Beach’ Show and Sale at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Sept. 21 to 23. Hours: Friday 5-9 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m.5 p.m. Paintings, cards and prints will be for sale. Admission is free but donations to the Bluffs Food Bank are welcomed. Visit beachguildoffineart.com to find out more.
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Test your knowledge on the history of our ‘houses of worship’ Gene Domagala
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id you know that in the delivery area of the Beach Metro News there are over 100 houses of worship? This is not an article about religion, it’s an overview of a few historical facts that I have gathered regarding some of these places. They say that the number of people that believe in a higher power or belong to a religious affiliation is supposed to be down considerably when compared to the late 1890s or early 1900s. While doing some research on this topic, I found that in our area alone there are thousands of people who frequented these places of worship and in fact still do today. Let’s take a look at some historic facts and figures about our community. Take for example what was once called
‘East Toronto’ and the Beach area as it is still known. The population of East Toronto was about 5,000 people while the population of the Beach and surrounding area ranged between 5,000 to 7,000. In the surrounding area you could count the houses of worship on 10 fingers. Some statistics show that of these religious places only 45-50 per cent of the population were members. How many of you were members of these houses of worship? I have some questions and anecdotes for you, dear reader, so read on. So, back to the town of East Toronto. I am going to present you with some questions, some of which are easier to answer than others. I plan to answer them in a future column, so here goes: 1. This area at the time had a busy railroad industry and there were two houses of worship known back then as “railroad houses” of worship. What were the locations, names and religious affiliations of these places? I can tell you that one was developed
for use by the people on the Danforth. 2. How many religious denominations do you think were on the Danforth at that time? 3. What is the name of one of the oldest houses of worship in our area that has its own cemetery? 4. Do you know the name of the religious building on Queen Street East across from Kew Gardens that has been turned into a condo building? That one is easy! I will now give you some questions (and hints) about the religions and denominations. 5. What church used to be there known as Tent Church? Although there were other tent churches, which one was the Baptist church, which later was a theatre then became a synagogue? 6. There was a religious building that looked like a lighthouse, located just east of Coxwell Avenue on the north side of Queen Street East. 7. There is a religious building on Kingston Road that used to be on Beech Avenue?
8. What is the name of the older religious building that was built through the generosity of the Massey family, one of the richest families in Canada, over 110 years ago? Now, here is one of the hardest questions. 9. Where was the religious building that was associated with the Ashbridge family, who lived at the time at 1449 Queen St. East, nearly 140 years ago? Hint: It is located just east of Greenwood Avenue, on the north side. You can only see it from the south side. I could go on and on about how many religious buildings existed at one time on Kingston Road and Dawes Road too. There are so many different architectural styles that these houses of worship have showcased throughout the ages. Some were small and others were very large, while some offered all kinds of architectural delights and have since become store fronts throughout the area. I salute the people who helped contribute these buildings to our area and for adding to the quality and rich history of the east end.
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THANK YOU We would like to formally thank the residents and business owners of the Beach community for their support, hospitality and co-operation during the 30th Annual Beaches International Jazz Festival. We look forward to celebrating our 31st Anniversary
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Cyclist defends world championship age group. In the road race, Bruce outsprinted his Italian break-away partner to take the World title. The 50-54 men’s field had 406 participants who earned the right to take part in the championships by finishing in the top 25 per cent of their age group in one of PHOTO: CONTRIUBUTED 21 qualifier events held worldwide. Beach resident Bruce Bird (centre, with medal) won two gold The Canadian event medals and a silver in the UCI Gran Fondo World Champion- (The Blue Mounships in cycling in Varese, Italy earlier this month. tains Gran Fondo) is held up in The Blue Mountains, Ont., By Susan Legge again in 2017 in Albi, France. which Bruce organizes each Competing in the men’s June. BRUCE BIRD picked up 50-54 age category over the Twenty-five teams were two gold and a silver medal Labour Day weekend, Bruce entered in the relay, 18 at the Union Cycliste Inter- won a gold medal in the competed, and two were disnationale (UCI) Gran Fondo time trials, a silver medal as qualified, said Bruce’s friend World Championships in part of the four-person relay and neighbour, Deborah cycling in Varese, Italy ear- team representing Canada, Wilson. lier this month, and he had and another gold medal in Deborah ventured to Italy his own Canadian cheering the final UCI Gran Fondo along with several of Bruce’s section to boot. friends and family members road race. A Beach resident, Bruce to watch him race. Bruce was the only took up cycling a decade ago Canadian to place in the “There were 18 of us who individual events. For his and has risen in the ranktravelled to Varese, Italy, to ings ever since. time trial, he ranked thircheer on Bruce,” she said. teenth among the fastest He previously won Age “Bruce is incredibly dedicated to his sport and has racers of the day across all Group World Championships in the Cycling Road had his share of bumps and age groups of the 563 riders Race event in 2014 in bruises along the way. It was who finished the race, winning the gold medal in his Ljubljana, Slovenia and very gratifying to see his
hard work pay off and see Canada represented among some of the most accomplished cycling countries in the world.” “I do it because I love it!” said Bruce in a phone interview with Beach Metro News. Bruce plans on participating in the same events in Poznan, Poland in 2019 and in Vancouver-Whistler B.C. in 2020.
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THE BEACH Guild of Fine Art is hosting its annual Fall Art Show at the Beach United Church from September 21-23 which incorporates work from over 40 local artists. Artist Nanci Miranda, born and raised in Toronto, has four paintings on display at the show and lives in Scarborough with husband Michael and daughter, Maddy. Nanci told Beach Metro News that five years ago she had fallen ill and didn’t work
for a year. “I am much better now,” she said. “What came out of my situation was the realization that I have never painted in my life. Once my sickness was healed, the paintings just flew out of me.” With such a unique technique and aesthetic appeal, it’s hard to believe Nanci has not had any formal artistic training. “I’m still trying to make sense of how I can paint this way,” she said. “After three months of being ill and staring at the same things around my home for weeks, I needed to pick up a pencil and paper to try to draw them!” Nanci had no expectations as to what would come of her artwork, and is thankful her passion and dedication has paid off. She describes her style as “very abstract.” “Most of my pieces are contemporary, I do commissioned portraiture as well,” she said. In the show, Nanci is featuring a few pieces from a collection called English Garden—one in blues and another version in yellows. Nanci said that she began the English Garden collection a few months
Artist Nanci Miranda with a painting from her English Garden Blue collection. ago. She has several over the current position other pieces which can from Elizabeth Bacon. be found on her website “This gift has been given nancimirandaartist.com. to me and I’m going to make The artist is also in train- it my life career,” Nanci ing to become the new said. “I’m not dabbling on president of the Beach Art the weekends, I paint every Guild learning the ropes of single day.” If you’re interested in seethe new position and how the art community operates. ing more of Nanci’s work as In March 2019 she will take well as other artists from the Beach Guild of Fine Art, the opening reception for the event takes place on Friday Sept. 21 from 5:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the show is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday Sept. 22 and Sunday Sept 23. Beach United Church is located at 140 Wineva Avenue. Admission is free and donations to the Bluffs Food Bank are welcomed.
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Voice-over artist and actress Tricia Brioux takes on the role of Lady Bracknell in The Alumnae Theatre’s production of The Importance of Being Ernest which runs from September 21-October 6. By Alison M. Smith
TRICIA BRIOUX calls herself a voice chameleon. The 25-year resident of the Beach has done theatre, film and TV work but found her true calling as a voice-over artist. Throughout her career, she has played all kinds of characters, from wicked witches to seductive temptresses to kind old ladies. Often working from her studio at Victoria Park Avenue and Gerrard Street, she lends her voice to commercials, documentaries, video games and her favourite genre, cartoons. Her most recent role is on The Alumnae Theatre stage as Lady Bracknell, the ruthless and overbearing dowager in Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest. This biting Victorian satire is a far cry from a cartoon, but Brioux dove
right in. “Lady Bracknell is a force to be reckoned with and a challenge to play,” she said. “This role really makes me stretch the boundaries of my acting capabilities, not only with the mannerisms, the accent and the difficult turns of phrase, but also with the ideals and sensibilities that motivate this character. It’s just so different from me in my ordinary life.” It’s a plum part with arguably many of the funniest lines in the play. Brioux enjoys Lady Bracknell’s response when she discovers that Jack is an orphan. “To lose one parent, Mr. Worthing, may be regarded as a misfortune; to lose both looks like carelessness.” It’s also a daunting part that has previously been played by men and powerful and eminent actresses like Joan Plowright, Judi Dench and
Maggie Smith. “I have very large shoes to fill,” said Brioux. “But it’s been immensely interesting and satisfying. I really love doing period pieces, and Oscar Wilde’s writing is amazing.” The Importance of Being Earnest is directed by Barbara Larose. It will be playing at The Alumnae Theatre at 70 Berkeley Street from September 21 to October 6. The Alumnae Theatre has a rich 101-year history in Toronto. Based in a converted, historical fire hall, the theatre produces unique and adventurous high-quality theatre and promotes the skill and development of women. Tickets for The Importance of Being Ernest are $25 each and can be purchased in person or online. Sunday matinees are pay what you can. Find out more about Tricia Brioux on www.alumnaetheatre.com.
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Aiming for a plastic-free Beach By Susan Legge
DORA ATTARD’S frustration over the amount of plastic garbage she was collecting along the beach inspired her to start Plastic Free Beach, a Facebook page designed to create awareness. But she didn’t stop there. After collecting six-months’ worth of discarded straws, coffee cups, plastic bottles and odds and ends along the beach, Dora and her family washed and cleaned the garbage and created several art installations that she hoped to display in the neighbourhood. She went to Councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon and MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, who helped her get a “music and arts” permit
so she could set up the art by the beach. Despite not getting the Woodbine Beach location she had hoped for, her tent at Balmy Beach attracted hundred of visitors, and several media outlets such as Toronto.com and Toronto Star picked up her story. Dora, a preschool teacher, says she’s planning another garbage collection campaign next year, this one focusing on cigarette butts. “They are everywhere,” she said. “There are over 4,000 chemical toxins in those butts that get washed down to the lake. I understand that it’s everyone’s beach, but people need to take care of their own garbage and not rely on the city to do it for them. The city is not your mother.”
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never did receive an invite to the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Maybe my invitation was lost in the mail, but one lucky guy from the Beach attended the ceremony at Windsor Castle in May. You could even say Patrick J. Adams walked the future Duchess of Sussex down the aisle before the Prince, albeit on the TV show Suits where he played the love interest to Markle’s character. The two finally tied the knot on the seventh season of the Toronto-filmed series and rode off into the sunset and off the show. In real life Adams had his own dream beach wedding to Pretty Little Liars actress Troian Bellisario last December. The two are starring together in the new sci-fi drama Clara which premiered at TIFF last week. Adams plays an obsessed astronomer who searches for signs of life outside of earth’s cosmos while his own life falls apart. When the royal engagement was announced last November, Adams sent a tweet about his Suits co-star Markle that made us laugh, “She said she was just going out to get some milk…” Just before the May wedding, Adams sent a touching tweet out to Meghan Markle that said “70 years ago my grandparents Patricia and Cedric Marsh were married in a small service in Windsor, England. Just found that out. Already getting misty.” Most of us don’t marry a prince or princess in a castle, but the circle of life works in mysterious ways in the universe. Patrick’s maternal grandfather, Cedric Marsh, moved to Canada and
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“I’d like a bigger palace, I mean place.” Meghan Markle and Patrick J. Adams during their television show days, Suits. became an engineering professor at Concordia University in Montreal. A world-class scholar, he co-invented the tuning fork-shaped football goalposts used by the CFL and NFL. Patrick Johannes Adams was born August 27, 1981 to Rowan Marsh and Claude Adams, a journalist, foreign correspondent and documentary filmmaker who co-authored the 1981 book, The Canadian Caper, which told the true story of our diplomats hiding Americans during the 1979 Iran hostage crisis —and don’t get me started on the bogus, Oscar-winning, Hollywood version, Argo. The Adams family settled in the Beach area of Toronto, living on Silver Birch Avenue and then for many years in a cozy bungalow on Leonard Circle (near Lee Avenue) while Claude Adams reported from around the world. Patrick has said that his father “knows almost everything about everything.” Claude Adams passed on his love of storytelling to his son. Patrick wanted to be an actor from an early age.
When it came time for high school he heard about the theatre arts courses at Northern Secondary and decided that was where he had to be, even if it meant long hours on the TTC from his home in the Beach. The younger Adams is an actor, producer, director, photographer and world-traveller. He has changed his look for the film Clara playing a bearded scientist who loses track of his own life. His friend (played by Ennis Esmer) tells him ”if you spend all your time looking up at the stars, you’re going to miss what’s right in front of you.” Clara was filmed in Toronto in March 2017. In the trailer there is a scene outside the shuttered McLaughlin Planetarium where many a pupil once looked up at the stars. Someday we may only have celluloid images and fond memories of buildings that are long gone. CONTINUED ON PAGE 23
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Outdoor art exhibit features handchiselled works from Zimbabwe Steven Chadwick is a professional gardener, horticulturist, and long-time Beach resident
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t’s not often that you see a botanical garden planting rocks instead of groupings of unusual perennials or colourful waves of annuals and tropicals. But at the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) and adjacent Edwards Gardens, this is exactly what is going on. Of course, the giant stones perched on large section of logs are not the usual granite or lumpy chunks of limestone — these rocks are part of the ZimSculpt exhibit, an exquisite display of contemporary, abstract and traditional stone sculptures created by some of Zimbabwe’s finest artists. The stunning artwork that is presented in the TBG’s perennial beds and perched among the towering banana plants and enormous alocasias of Edwards Gardens is a spectacular sight to behold, with some of the sculptures measuring nearly seven feet tall and weighing close to half a ton. The medium used by the artists is definitely worth the price of admission (it’s free and open to the public) with many of the stones often mined by hand from the country’s vast geological deposits and carved without the use of any electrical tools, using only toothed hammers, chisels and sandpaper. The grain and markings of such exotic stones like spotted leopard rock, opal stone, the dark purple hues of lepidolite, black and gray springstone and a beautiful creamy coloured butter jade could even make the raw stone works of art on their own. All of the pieces on display are for sale with a large percentage of the sales going to various Zimbabwean charitable organizations and of course, the artists themselves. Curator Vivienne Croisette and her partner Joseph both live in Zimbabwe year- round and are passionate about promoting this unique form of Shona stone sculpture. They have been at the helm of the globe-trotting exhibit for the past 10 years, showing at the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show and many other high-end botanical destinations throughout the United States, Europe
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and Canada. Pricing is reasonable for durable stone art that follows the British and European tradition of displaying artwork outside in the garden. But like most art exhibits, the price of a few of the larger pieces might make your hair curlier than a plate full of rice stick noodles. As the song goes “if I had a million dollars” I would probably buy that life-sized panther displayed at the front entrance because it would look fabulous next to the pool. Unfortunately, I don’t have a million and I don’t have a pool, so I suppose with a price tag of $15,200, I’ll have to put the panther purchase on the shelf for now. For those who don’t have a suitcase bursting with bills, there is a smaller marketplace featuring touring Zimbabwean sculptors demonstrating their craft to the delight of many visiting school groups. The marketplace also has free guided tours, educational
talks and a display of smaller objects that can be had for much less than the larger sculptures. For those of you who prefer a more plant-based form of carving, don’t miss the two carpet beds created by the talented staff of the City of Torontoowned Edwards Gardens. The smaller bed (30 feet in length) features a plantbased representation of two humming birds with the larger carpet bed displaying a touching and sometimes emotional tribute to the devastating fire that killed 16 horses at nearby Sunnybrook stables on May 21 of this year. It is a beautiful depiction of a white spirit horse in full gallop racing towards the stables in an attempt to rescue her friends. The carpet beds will be maintained until the first heavy frost and the ZimSculpt exhibition will run from August 3 to September 30th. Admission and parking are free.
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The ZimSculpt exhibit features hundreds of stone Zimbabwean sculptures. The exhibit runs until September 30 at the Toronto Botanical Gardens. Visit torontobotanicalgarden.ca for details. It’s free.
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When choosing vegetables for this stew, use a medium eggplant free of blemishes and firm to the touch. Cut off the stem and discard before cutting eggplant into cubes. You can include a mixture of summer squash (yellow zucchini) and the more common green zucchini in this recipe. Choose small, firm squash for best texture and flavour. Feel free to use a variety of coloured peppers in this recipe and if you like a little heat, use a hot pepper to taste. Fresh tomatoes work well but blanch first in boiling water for 30 seconds then dip into cold water to make removing skins easy, then chop. As the season progresses and fresh tomatoes are less plentiful, substitute canned tomatoes. Likewise, use fresh basil while it is plentiful and substitute dry basil later in the season. 1/4 cup (50 mL) olive oil 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) diced onions (about 2) 2 cloves of garlic minced 1 eggplant, with skin on, cut into 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) cubes (about 4 cups/ 1 L) 3 small zucchini cut into 1/4 inch
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Ratatouille
atatouille, a vegetable stew from the south of France, is perfect for the harvest season. A cooked mixture of eggplant, zucchini, onion, garlic and basil simmered together in olive oil, it is a tasty example of Mediterranean flavours. Ratatouille can be served many ways: hot as a vegetable side dish or cold as a salad. If the vegetables are finely chopped, it makes a tasty spread for crackers or fresh sliced baguette as an appetizer. Add a can of chick peas to ratatouille and toss with cooked pasta for a vegetarian pasta toss. It complements any roast meat including turkey (remember, Thanksgiving is around the corner) and you should always make enough to have as leftovers and serve cold as a luncheon salad the next day. Ratatouille’s versatility and ease of preparation makes it an ideal recipe for every cook’s repertoire. Enjoy it especially during the autumn when the veg-
(5 mm) slices (about 4 cups/ 1 L) 1 red pepper cut into 1/2 inch (5mm) dice 1 green pepper cut into 1/2 inch (5 mm) dice 1 tbsp (15 mL) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (50 mL) fresh basil chopped or 1 tbsp (15 mL) dried 1 can (28 oz/796 mL) or use 3 large tomatoes, blanched and skinned 1/2 cup (125 mL) fresh parsley, preferably Italian flat leaf, finely chopped 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 mL) fresh black pepper In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions; cover and cook about five minutes or until softened. Stir in garlic and cook about one minute. Stir in eggplant, zucchini, red and green peppers, sugar, basil and tomatoes. Bring vegetables to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20–30 minutes. Stir in parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Makes about 8–10 cups. Cover and refrigerate for up to four days. For longer storage, spoon into freezer containers and freeze up to three months.
Sheila Blinoff a worthy recipient of award Continued from Page 2 “These women really did make a difference. I learned so much from them,” said Sheila. In 1972 there was a proposal to cut the heart of the community in half by extending the Gardiner Expressway to Scarborough. The plan was only stopped by a vigorous campaign of local residents who felt that a local newspaper would allow residents to keep involved about issues that were important to the area and help voice their concerns. Sheila started volunteering for the paper (then called Ward 9 News) by delivering papers door-todoor and typing copy on her home Smith-Corona. By December 1972 the volunteer founders of the paper had burned out and left. The paper was in debt. She answered an ad in the December (or early January issue) on the front page to hire three people for four months under a federal Local Initiatives Program. She was hired as the office manager and began work on Feb 2, 1973. The paper would have Book an estimate today!
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folded in August when the LIP grant ended, but Sheila and Joan Latimer decided they would work without pay until the paper received a new grant. This is where she feels she made a real contribution to the community by ensuring the paper survived. They did this for six months, then the community raised $6,000, and they went back to receiving $100 a week and slowly the paper began to pay its way. One of the volunteers helping out with Ward 9 News was Roy Merrans who had a vision for the newly created Leslie Street Spit Park. Sheila became one of the founding members of the Friends of the Spit in 1975 and spent many weekends passing out flyers to people who visited the spit as well as getting them to become members. In 1976 the Main Street Library was one of four Toronto libraries being considered for additional funding for an expansion. Sheila was recruited by the Main Street Head Librarian, Helen Cram, to help increase the library’s usage and to select an architectural design. The group, also known as Maini-
acs, chose a proposal by Ken Greenberg, which received the additional funding. Sheila said that over the years she has served as secretary, treasurer and even president of a number of organizations, however, she believes that the job she enjoyed the best was secretary. “Keeping good minutes is so important. I always wanted people who hadn’t attended a meeting to understand what happened by just reading the minutes.” She served as Board Secretary at St. Paul’s United Church for four years when the congregation went through the process of selecting a new minister. From 2006 to 2012 she was the secretary/treasurer for the Scarborough Guild Theatre. This newly formed group established a professional theatre company that puts on an annual classical play each summer at the Greek Amphitheatre in the grounds of the Guild Park in Scarborough—a job that included storing costumes for the performances at her home. She was a founding member and secretary for the Beach’s Speeches branch of
Toastmasters. Between 1996 and 2003 she served as secretary, treasurer, and editor of the monthly newsletter; then president of the Pot Pourri Society, a non-profit social club with 60 members, offering 12 events a month to 50+ single people. In 1998 Sheila was secretary of a committee that organized a contest to name the five new streets in the housing development that replaced the Greenwood Race Track. And in 2000 she was a judge and secretary of a committee to select the 100 most influential people in the East End over the previous century. She also utilized another of her many skills when she created a quilt square for the sesquicentennial quilt (now located upstairs at the Main Library) and two squares for the Beach Library quilt. In addition to all of her organized volunteering, she has often lent her time and energy to flipping burgers, collecting food, staffing booths and helping out with whatever needed doing for many local projects. Sheila Blinoff is a worthy addition to the list of Beach Citizens of the Year.
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
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GENERAL HANDYMAN SERVICES TRUCK ALSO AVAILABLE FOR SMALL PICKUP & DELIVERY
Call Kevin 647 282 8375
Pet Services
Repairs to all major appliances, vacuums, and microwaves. Fast, friendly service. Good rates. Call 416-648-4410
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Cleaning services for Lower Beach residents Kids lunches & dog walking too A clean home is a happy home Kellie’s Cell 416 910-1232 kelliegreenis@gmail.com (13)
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Tutoring for the struggline reader/ writer. OCT, Special Education Specialist, Reading Specialist. Orton Gillingham Trained. Experienced and Local.
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Child Care Available
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Marlene 416-698-5668
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THE TWO FOURS Beaches-based band for your party or event Rock, roots, R&B, blues, country, & more
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1232 Kingston Rd., Suite 5 Toronto, ON M1N 1P3
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General Services
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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
Wanted Full-time: Caregiver/Companion for elderly couple, 83 yr old and 85 yr old. Midland Ave./Eglinton Ave. E., Scarborough, ON. Anticipated date: Oct. 1, 2018. Responsibilities: Prepare meals/cooking, accompany to daily outdoor activities, doctor’s appointments and other personal care. $16/hr, 32 hrs/wk, 2 wks paid vacation for 1st year. Email resume to (13) josefinacorbillon@outlook.com
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Paul McArthur 416-821-3910
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Volunteers
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Mature Nanny seeking a position to look after children, 3-4 days a week. Close to schools - example St. Bridget, Holy Cross, Earl Beatty. I can be reached at 416-467-0546 or by e-mail brownk504@rogers.com Have references. (13) DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TAKE YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL & RETURN THEM? Mature, caring responsible woman in the Beaches area willing to take your child to school or daycare and bring them home. Also willing to prepare snacks or meals if required.
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25 years • Free estimates
Dave 416 694 4369
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Landscape Design
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for medium & large properties
647 679 3282
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Mr Tree Man
Joan de Grey Landscape Design
James Clarke
Professional Arborist
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LAWN AND GARDEN
Excellent pruning of shrubs & small trees, hedges. Lawn seeding, reel mowing, raking, weeding, planting, garden makeovers, low maintenance butterfly gardens, organic soil. Raised wooden beds. Interlock repairs. Energetic & environmentally friendly! Greg 416-693-8678 www.carbontip-toe.com (14)
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437-345-9858
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TREEAGE
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647 898-8733
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416-830-8183
Green Apple Landscaping
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416-288-1499
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LAWN CUTTING *(weekly, bi-weekly, & one time visits available) 416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca
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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647-545-9561
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We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more
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PROFESSIONAL PAINTER
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NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING
Beach resident for 50 years. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 patrickg480@gmail.com (7/19)
Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622
(13r)
Cascade Plumbing GTA 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 (15r)
MASTER PLUMBER
PLUMBER CONTRACTOR
Shingles • Flats • Cedar Free Estimates Residential & Commercial Tel: 416-752-6453 Cell: 416-788-9020
Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed
(13r)
TORONTO ROOFING INDUSTRIES LTD. Local • Reliable • Professional Servicing the beach for 15 years.
416 694 0906
Call Marc 416-910-1235
ELECTRICAL WORK
100/200 amp Service Upgrades New Wiring • New Homes/Additions Lighting Installations • Troubleshooting 416 694-6673 www.hrcelectrical.ca (13)
Carpenters •home entertainment centres •home offices •bookcases, fireplace surrounds •utilize your space with built-in storage units
Bill Watson 647-283-0095 (19)
REX NORMAN CARPENTRY
(19)
in the Beach
Shingle & Flat Specializing in Flat Roofs All Work Guaranteed 35 yrs. experience
416-466-9025
(18)
CLEANING • REPAIR SOFFIT • NEW INSTALL SIDING • CUSTOM
Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984
416 660 4721
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
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SERVICES “No Job Too Small”
•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL
•PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE BUILD & REPAIR •INTERIOR & EXTERIOR REPAIRS (r)
Complete Kitchen, bathroom & basement. Interior/Exterior Painting & Carpentry. Doors, Windows, Siding, Fences, Decks, Patios
416-264-8517
(r)
WET BASEMENT ? Foundation Repair/Waterproofing
FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.
647-771-0227 jeff@heyhandyman.ca www.heyhandyman.ca
LANIGAN’S
Cable & Telephone Wiring
HARDWOOD FLOORS
All about wooden floors Serving Toronto since 1981
Restoration & Build (14r)
Air Conditioning & Heating Experts HVAC / Repair / Maintain / Install Residential / Commercial Rental programs now available
416-606-4719 www.canpromechanicalgroup.com
(14r)
CJ DRYWALL & PAINTING Call C.J. 647 222 5338
(18)
MARCANGELO INTERIORS
An honest family service in the heart of The Beaches
Residential, Commercial, Retail, Home Offices Senior Rates
Marc 416 419 4281
(r)
Telephone Systems
Alan Burke 416-699-4350
(16r)
Drywall, Taping Trim, Tiles, Painting
Metro lic #B531 • All Work Guaranteed • Free Estimates
Serving Your Community Since 1971
(r)
Painting, tiling, fencing, drywall, flooring, siding, vanities & much more.
Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean. No job too small.
416-659-7003
www.laniganscontracting.ca
SERVICES
15 yrs exp No job too small! Free Quotes, satisfaction guaranteed - Lic & Ins
CANPRO MECHANICAL
www.webuildit.ca
Roofing & Aluminum
HEY HANDYMAN
416-738-2119
ED GODFREY
Fences, Decks, Porches Gazebos, Sheds and Garage Restoration Serving the Beach for 15 yrs.
(14r)
www.jdbuild.ca
•NO JOB TOO SMALL• Metro Lic. #B9948
by Kevin
416-999-2333
• Brick / Foundation • Concrete / Stone • Chimney & Parging
Met. Lic. B-16-964
Steve 416-285-0440
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JDB MASONRY
GODFREY RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS LTD.
CARPENTRY
416-569-2181
by Jim Ferrio ODD JOBS PLUS “Seniors never pay tax” Call Jim for a free estimate
(16r)
DRAIN
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QUALITY HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS
MANUEL 416-727-1900
CANADIAN CONTRACTORS
Roofers
LOCAL; LICENSED D314; EXPERIENCED; REASONABLE WOODBINE - GERRARD
416-375-5191
Give your floors a new beginning!!! (13) Free Estimates
MR.
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872
(18r)
Sanding, Staining, Refinishing, Repairs & Installations. Quality workmanship for excellent rates.
EAVESTROUGH
Marc Text/Call 416-617-7205
DECKS + FENCES DESIGN + BUILD GAZEBOS • SHEDS GARAGE • PORCHES FINE CARPENTRY
Kevin 647 282 8375
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HANDYMAN
CUSTOM CARPENTRY
Mario 416-690-1315 www.friedrichbuilds.com
416-824-7901
Trades
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
Serving the Beach 25 years
CALL TYLER 416-910-0995 (16)
Built-in-Cabinets
swordfish1@rogers.com
Roofing • Flats • Shingles Siding • Fascia Soffit Eavestrough • Skylights & much more
(11/19)
Hardwood Flooring
BERGERON ROOFING
(16r)
ESA/ECRA #7002084
GENERAL CONTRACTING
Metro Lic
JIM 647 405 8457 416 691 8457
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KEW BEACH
Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations
SILVERBIRCH
FLOORING SPECIALIZING IN SANDING & STAINING
ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION!
416-910-8033
(14)
HARDWOOD
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872
Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314
BEACH PLUMBING
(r)
torontoroofingindustries.com (4r)
MBX ELECTRIC
(r)
Free Estimates • Metro Lic. B17416
Drywall, Plastering, Taping 18 yrs Experience • Excellent Job Call Mike 416-854-7024 647 833 7024 Fax 647-341-6104
Stucco • Moulding Wall Systems
Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706
(18r)
Plumbing • Heating • Drains Renovation, Repair & Installation
24 hr. - lic# P1624
(19)
Lic: 7006786
(r)
YOUR STUCCO
Flat Roofs & Shingles Aluminum Siding ~ Fascia & Soffit Eavestrough Cleaned & Replaced Tuck Pointing & Much More
Gus:
416-833-3006
VISA / MC / AMERICAN EXPRESS
MIKE PARKER PLUMBING
“Reclaim Your Basement”
COXWELL ROOFING
Lic# B16393
Big or small we do them all
Plumbers
www.basementlowering.com 416-494-3999
For all your roofing needs In the Beaches since 1974 FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED
ECRA/ESA#7004508
ELECTRICIAN
Next Deadline September 24th
stonehengefoundations.com (r)
J. BROW ROOFING
416-690-1630
MASTER (13r)
(r)
416-694-7497 ~ 416-423-4245
Metro Lic. # E-594 / ACP # M-R1507
Cell 416-529-5426
CALL MIKE 416-409-9202 (13)
(r)
416-690-0173
PROBLEMS SOLVED
Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs
647 401 7970
WG PAINTING
Fully licensed & insured. Lic #T94
(19)
Underpinning Specialists
Knob & tube • No job too small
TOM DAY
Experienced. Reliable. Professional Work Guaranteed. Drywall Repairs. Competitive Rates. Beach Resident.
Call Franz 416-690-8722
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www.ontariowaterplumbing.com
416.797.6731
www.stonehengedesignbuild.com
416-910-6302 beachcombersgc.com
MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik
sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca
STONEHENGE
Call Jeff today for free estimate.
Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations
416-690-3890
(r)
BEACHCOMBERS PAINTING
Lic. #P-15099
Family owned & operated 26 years in business
Front yard parking pads Drawings • Permits • Build 416-288-1499
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690-8533
Painters
25 years Experience Read our reviews on Homestars.com One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Living Spaces
416-826-3269
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate
www.thegoodmoves.com Call Hakan: 416 899-3980 (14)
416-690-1430 • 416-266-8953 quotes@citywideroofing.ca www.citywideroofing.ca (19)
Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades
CLAYTON ELECTRIC
INTERIOR PAINTING
• Small and Big Moves • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country • Junk and Rubbish Removal
Basement Lowering
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CARL 647-787-5818
clean reliable work reasonable rates drywall repairs 10 years experience friendly service • local resident
416-322-7692 warren@wgpainting.ca
CITY WIDE ROOFING
*Ask For Photo I.D.*
Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
“Always on Time and on Budget”
DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183
416 467 6735
Lic - Insured • Free Estimate
free estimates
PAINTING
Fully Licensed Contractors Guaranteed
Doug 416-871-1734 Jeff 647-686-8103
ECRA/ESA LIC#7001069
(13r)
- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work
FOUNDATION
WATERPROOFING/ REPAIR UNDERPINNING
Fault Finding Knob & Tube Rewiring Service upgrades Insurance certificates
CEJA ELECTRIC
WAYNE’S
Gardening 437-345-9858
647-545-5143
LOCAL ELECTRICIAN
ESA LIC# 7002668
INTERIOR PAINTING
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate
ALL TYPES OF ROOFS
CELL 416-875-5781
Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
Upgrade the value of your home Steps • Patios • Driveways Fences/Decks • Garden Design
Don’t call them, call those roofers
GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC
WG PAINTING
KIM PRICE
THOSE ROOFERS
Electricians
PAINTING
(r)
marcangelointeriors@hotmail.com (13r)
JOHN CLARKE
Cell 416 434-2762 Painting - Basement Renos Plaster & Stucco • Interior & Exterior Small Renovation Jobs & Indoor/ Outdoor Spray Painting 35 Yrs Exp • Refs upon request (15) Free Estimates
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Jack of All Trades Handyman Services Decks, Fences, Carpentry Drywall, Bathrooms Kitchens, Basements No Job too small Free estimates!
Jack 416-278-5328
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Creative Construction
We can handle all your renovation needs. Additions, Basements, Painting, Plumbing, Flooring, Electrical, Etc. Call Chris
GENERAL CONTRACTING Kitchens - Bathrooms Basements - Doors, Windows Garages - Fences, Decks
For all your reno needs, no job too small.
416 824-7901
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MASONRY by Daniel
Brick • Block • Concrete • Stone -chimneys & foundations -interlock & retaining walls -parging & brickwork -renovations & restoration
MAYFAIR HEATING & COOLING INDOOR AIR QUALITY Maurice (Cell) 647.638.8441 (Bus) 647.344.4557 (13)
MASONRY
Restoration Brick • Block • Chimneys Parging • Brick Replacement and more
416-691-7166
I will admit that our little community may not be the centre of that universe, but we have our own stars. So many talented, creative people have called the Beach home. Somewhere out there is a kid with dreams of becoming a director like Norman Jewison or Gail Harvey, a painter like Doris McCarthy, a writer like Fred Bodsworth, a musician like
LEAKY BASEMENT SOLUTIONS
danielmccaf@gmail.com
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* ALL JOBS *
LOCAL; LICENSED D314; EXPERIENCED; REASONABLE WOODBINE - GERRARD
(13)
We are looking for journalists and photographers who want to be the eyes and ears of the neighbourhoods we serve. We are always looking for freelance journalists and photographers to cover events, and we have an opening for an experienced reporter/photographer.
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Scotstone
Quality Stone Masonry & Brickwork Repairing & matching existing brick, Tuckpointing or new builds. Natural stone. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Foundations
www.scotstonecontracting.com scotstonecontracting@gmail.com Licensed masonry contractor
Call Scott 416.858.2452
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JUST DRYWALL + TAPING Call 416 876-4986 (13)
Complete Home Service Lic., Ins. • Est. 1986 Call Tom
416-422-1717
(16)
DECK & FENCE CONSTRUCTION
Superior workmanship 25 years in business Free Design and estimates CWD Productions Inc. cameron.watt@sympatico.ca Extensive Portfolio (16)
JASON THE MASON
Gables stories. Is there a self-deprecating Beach sense of humour? In the tradition of Ted Reeve or Glenn Cochrane, Patrick J. Adams describes himself on Twitter as the “guy who used to be the other guy on that show about lawyers.” He tweeted about his famous costar Meghan Markle, “I’m beginning to think she might not actually be out getting milk.”
Do you know how to write a terrific story or how to capture the perfect photo?
aNuLook.ca
35 YEARS EXP.
DRY WALL - LAMINATE FLOORING - PLUMBING ROOFING - EAVESTROUGH SIDING, CARPENTRY + MORE WATERPROOFING • LICENSED
Glenn Gould, an athlete like Bruce Kidd or Penny Oleksiak. A new generation of Beachers (Katie Boland, Atticus Mitchell, Jamie Johnston) are up-and-coming. Try to catch Dalmar Abuzeid in Anne with an E which premieres on CBC on Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. Abuzeid was born in the Beach in 1990 and grew up on Waverley Rd. He plays the first black character to appear in the Avonlea of the classic Anne of Green
We’re hiring REPORTERS and PHOTOGRAPHERS
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CALL MIKE 416-409-9202
416 988-2589
Sam Capetano
416 759-8878
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KEW BEACH
647-712-7663
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38 Years experience
classicrestoration@outlook.com (13)
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From the Beach to a royal wedding
Classic Restoration & Woodworking
mayfairHEATINGandcooling.com
416 903 4120
Metro lic
FURNITURE REFINISHING + REPAIR
BEACH METRO NEWS
PRIMARY DUTIES: • Conduct research and interviews for news and feature stories on the phone, in person, and at community meetings and events as assigned by the Editor. • Generate story ideas relevant to the community • Attend a vast number of community events during the day, evenings, and weekends. • Take and edit photographs to go along with editorial content and also as standalone or centre spread photos as assigned by the Editor. • Upload content to Beach Metro’s website using Wordpress. • Regularly post to Instagram, Facebook and Twitter • Help with layout of newspaper using InDesign as needed
TUCKPOINTING • CHIMNEYS CONCRETE WORK WINDOW CUTOUTS WATERPROOFING REGISTERED & INSURED 416-580-4126 cell (4/19)
Some evening and weekend work will be required. Please email your resume to: susan@beachmetro.com No phone calls please.
DRIVEWAY REPAIRS CALL MR. BLACKTOPP • Driveway Repairs • Concrete Repairs • Interlock / Stone Repairs • Driveway Cleaning & Sealing
Nick 416-REPAIRS (737-2477) 416-875-2086 emergency calls
Guaranteed Workmanship • Fully Insured • WSIB Compliant • Seniors Discount / Ad Discount
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