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NOMINATIONS ARE now being sought for the 2021 Beach Citizen of the Year award. The award honours someone who has shown a long-standing commitment to improving the community. Nominations can be made for anyone who has worked hard to improve life for others in the Beach community; had an impact on a broad spectrum of community members; or made a tangible contribution over a
long period of time and inspired others to participate more in community life. The prestigious award dates back to 2001 when it was founded by Community Centre 55, the Beaches Lions Club and Beach Metro News. Past winners have included Gene Domagala, Thomas Neal, Paul Babich, Carole Stimmell, Sheila Blinoff, and Vicky Tsorlinis in 2019. A winner was not selected in 2020 due to COVID-19.
Two fox kits found dead near Boardwalk den THE TORONTO Wildlife Centre (TWC) says two fox kits were found dead near their den under the Boardwalk in the Beach on Saturday, May 15. In a Twitter post, the TWC said: “2 fox kits were sadly found dead early this morning in an area close to the Beaches fox den. There’s currently no evidence to suggest this past week’s acts of vandalism were directly linked to the death of the kits. Once we have more information, we will tweet an update.” The act of vandalism referred to in the post relates to incidents from late last week in which the surveillance camera placed in a tree near the fox den was taken down, and the home of local TWC volunteer was vandalized. Police are investigating those incidents and anyone with information is asked to contact 55 Division at 416-808-5500. The TWC said the two dead fox kits were found on the morning of May 15. The cause of death is not known. This is the second year in a row that a fox kit has killed near the Boardwalk den. On the weekend of May 16, 2020, a kit was found dead near the den. At that time, TWC said the kits wounds were consistent with a “large predator attack” and they said it was more likely to have been from a large dog than from a coyote or coywolf. Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford has stressed the need for people to stay away from the foxes this year and to keep their dogs on a leash. “It is very sad news to hear of
the two kits dying near the Boardwalk Saturday morning,” he said in statement issued on the weekend. “The city has taken extensive measures to keep the den safe, working with Toronto Wildlife Centre and the community to ensure we have significant fencing and other barriers to protect the family. It’s important to remember these are wild animals and need to be treated and respected as such. In the fall, the city will be taking additional steps to close up this area so the foxes might find a home in a quieter, less prominent area.” When it was first noticed that the fox family was back in the den under the Boardwalk for this year, officials pleaded with people to leave them alone. Unfortunately those requests were ignored as photographers and other routinely gathered at the site of the den while other people were feeding the animals. That was also the case last year in what had originally started as a feel-good story at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but also ended with bad behaviour including threats of violence against TWC volunteers. “The foxes at the beach have a special part in this pandemic story,” said Bradford. “As we’ve followed their journey over these two summers we’ve been reminded of important steps we all need to take when caring for our natural environment including keeping our pets on leash, not feeding wild animals and keeping distance so wildlife don’t get desensitized to human contact.”
The nomination form is available online at www.centre55. com/community_programs/ citizen-of-the-year. Those wishing to make a nomination can also contact Jade Maitland at Community Centre 55 by email at jade@centre55.com for info. Nomination deadline is Aug. 20 by 5 p.m. The winner will be announced in Beach Metro News, and honoured with a ceremony at the Millennium Garden in the fall of this year.
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Lucas Walker gives the thumbs up to his rock snake on Kew Beach this past weekend.
Rock snake on Kew Beach growing in popularity A ROCK snake along Kew Beach is growing in popularity, literally. The rock snake was the idea of seven-year-old resident Lucas Walker, who started making it parallel to the Boardwalk near the plaque for the Leuty Lifeguard Station earlier this month. Since then it has started to increase in length with others contributing their own painted rocks
to the snake. The goal is to see it stretch for a mile of painted rocks. As of this past weekend, it was at more than 500 feet long. Lucas said he’s pleased with the response to his rock snake. “It makes me feel happy and that was the main goal, to make people feel happy.” For more info, go to his Instagram at @lucas.explores.
INVESTIGATORS WITH Toronto police Traffic Services are asking for witnesses to Wednesday night’s crash on Queen Street East in the Beach involving a blue Lamborghini, a street car, and two parked vehicles to come forward. A 29-year-old woman passenger in the Lamborghini suffered lifethreatening injuries in the crash which took place just before 9 p.m. on May 12. According to a police press release issued on May 13, a 42-yearold man was operating a blue Lamborghini convertible eastbound on Queen Street East toward Maclean Avenue in the curb lane. At the same time, police said a TTC streetcar was travelling eastbound on Queen Street East in the left passing lane. Police said the driver of the Lamborghini accelerated in the curb lane in an attempt to pass the streetcar and “in doing so sideswiped the streetcar and then struck two parked cars on the south side of Queen Street East, west of Maclean Avenue.” The driver sustained non-life threatening injuries, police said. Officers with the Traffic Services unit are investigating, and are asking local residents, businesses and drivers, who may have security or dash camera footage of the area or incident, to contact them. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-8081900, or anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 416-222-8477 or online at www.222tips.com
Appeal board hearing on Gerrard Street East plan slated By Alan Shackleton
A BID to sever a single-family home lot on Gerrard Street East is heading to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal next month. If approved, the house at 2165 Gerrard St. E., between Main Street and Norwood Road, will be demolished and replaced by a pair of four-plexes and two laneway houses for a total of 10 residential units. The developer, P & R Developments says the proposal meets the
City of Toronto’s need for “missing middle” housing. Opponents, however, say the severance of the lot and the loss of the house will set a precedent for future developments and change the character of the neighbourhood. Missing middle is a term used by municipalities and developers to describe housing that is generally medium density and medium affordability. Examples include duplexes, laneway housing, low-rise walk-up apartments, and more. The city is currently pushing for an
increase in missing middle housing. Development proposals for 2165 Gerrard St. E. have been in the works for more than a year, and have been met with resistance by many neighbourhood residents. The current proposal is going to the LPAT on appeal by P & R Developments after the severance request was refused by Toronto’s Committee of Adjustment (CoA) in December of 2020. The LPAT hearing is expected to take place in June.
The CoA denied the severance request for a number of reasons including “the suitability of the land for the purpose for which it is to be subdivided has not been demonstrated to be in the interest of public good” and “the adequacy of roads, vehicular access, parking and loading facilities has not been adequately demonstrated.” In a statement sent to Beach Metro News last week, P & R Developments said the proposed development will be a benefit to the community while providing much-
needed housing options. “P & R Developments is a missing-middle developer. We believe in building projects that maximize the amount of livable space while maintaining the look and feel of the neighbourhood,” said Rolf Paloheimo, president of P & R. “The community benefits when it is open to more people. Toronto is in the midst of a housing shortage, and it is exacerbated by a lack of options between expensive singlefamily housing and highrise condoContinued on Page 3
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IN AN effort to curb littering and keep the area safe, Woodbine Beach is going to have more trash bins, more staff collecting litter, and more bylaw officers to enforce litter, alcohol, and provincial orders this year. That’s the result of “extensive conversations” Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford had with city staff members from Parks Recreation and Forestry and Solid Waste Management after reviewing last year’s summer heavy usages of the area and resulting concerns over litter and other issues. City staff is now making use of lessons largely learned from last year’s experience as COVID-19 lockdowns encouraged more people than expected
to gather outside, notably along local beaches and neighbouring parks. And with more people, came more litter. This year, Bradford said the city is taking a “proactive” approach. “Starting on the Victoria Day long weekend we’re putting more resources from our parks department, solid waste department, police and bylaw enforcement to make sure the park stays a safe and clean place for everyone to enjoy the summer,” Bradford said. This is in response to the frequent litter and messes left on the beaches last summer, which Bradford said “we were not prepared to deal adequately with the crowds.” This year, the city will deploy additional resources and more frequent collection times for litter and garbage, including the litter left around the bins
too. There will be more litter bins, frequent replacement of bins, early waste collection, and more staff to facilitate the whole process. There will be active bylaw officers in the Eastern Beaches, partnered with Toronto police from 55 Division to deploy additional resources. The officers are there to enforce rules related to litter, alcohol, and provincial orders in place related to COVID-19 restrictions. Patrols in the area will be 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. on holidays and weekends. “There will also be dedicated signage about physical distancing, and all relevant provincial regulations at the time,” Bradford said. Ali Raza is a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for Beach Metro News. His reporting is funded by the Government of Canada through its Local Journalism Initiative.
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Missing middle housing at issue in proposal for 2165 Gerrard St. E. ‘Appeal’ from Page 1 miniums that rarely have space for families. With large, multi-bedroom apartments, our project will give our residents housing options that are currently extremely rare in the City of Toronto.” However, the present tenant of the house at 2165 Gerrard St. E. said his family is the definition of what the missing middle is, and the proposal for the property will not help them find housing in Toronto. “They say they’re adding to the missing middle, but my family is the missing middle,” said Jeff Moneo. “We’re the missing middle ourselves, but we’re getting pushed out of the neighbourhood.” Moneo, his wife and two children began renting the house in 2018 with a different owner as their landlord. He said that owner sold to P & R Developments five
months after they moved in, and they been living with the fact they will be evicted once development plans move forward. He said the house was built in the 1890s and is a wonderful home for his family. Moneo said the residential units which are proposed to replace the house would not work for a family such as his. He is very worried that the character and appeal of many of Toronto’s neighbourhoods are being negatively impacted by affordability issues facing families looking for housing that meets their needs. “If your city is not affordable for young families, then you no longer have a city because kids aren’t growing up in it,” he said. Moneo said he feels splitting the lot in two to increase the number of units is too much, and suggested that a plan in which the current
house offers a basement apartment and one laneway house is built would be a much better solution. Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford has been following the process for 2165 Gerrard St. E. plans since they were first discussed though councillors are not members of the LPAT or Committee of Adjustment. He said it is important that a balance be struck between the need for missing middle housing and the character of the neighbourhood. “We have to find the right balance to deliver housing at a time when our city desperately needs it. And it’s not just more condo supply we need, it’s two-bedroom units at a livable, walkable scale.” “The reality is we just don’t have many options outside of the million-dollar home or the small starter condo, and that’s not sustainable for any city.”
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that it’s the most efficient way of keeping the little ones safe while maximizing the ability of the parents to eat and stay healthy. I’d love to know how the adult geese are able to sort out which goslings are theirs at the end of the day! Can they identify their babies on sight? Smell? Sound? Did you know that Canada geese are protected under the Migratory Act. They may be annoying and aggressive sometimes (usually?), but it is illegal to kill or injure a Canada goose, or to remove their nests without a licence. Here are a few more interesting facts: Canada geese will migrate as far as 4,000 miles or (6,400 kilometres) in a season and regularly go as far south as Mexico. They have 13 different calls and usually nest in the same spot every year. Have you ever noticed that when they fly in their classic V shape, one side of the V is usually longer than the other? Do you know why that is? I’m sure a biologist will tell you it has to do with air currents and wind resistance, but my smart-alecky son just says it’s because there are more of them on that side.
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Celebrate Victoria Day with a self-guided historic walk Gene
Domagala I WOULD like to thank readers of Beach Metro News for their replies to my recent article regarding historic walks. There is much interest for me to continue to plan these historic walks through the Beach and other areas in East Toronto. There have been some suggestions from the readers, and I will address them. (This is not say that more comments should not be coming from readers. I appreciate them.) Again, I must stress that the walks will have to meet all COVID-19 safety regulations, and we are not allowed to hold them yet. In the past, there have been other walks I have done in the area besides those mentioned in my March 23 column. One walk that I have done many times is in the Gerrard Street East area between Woodbine and Coxwell avenues. We started at Grant African Methodist Episcopal Church, and continued through the old Toronto Golf Course grounds (circa 1876), and then down to the Gerrard India Bazaar area. I first led that walk some 30 years ago. I have also done numerous walks in the Glen Stewart Ravine area. I would talk about the history of the place and the people while field naturalists who came along talked about the birds, the trees, and flowers. Me, I don’t know a daisy from a walnut. It should be noted that a great field naturalist who was on several of my ravine walks, and was also a Beacher who we should all be proud of, was the late Fred Bodsworth who died in 2012. I have also done walks featuring the different schools in the Beach area. I’ve also done talks, not walks, with my antiquated slide projector showing photos of the Beach. There have been many occasions where I’ve spoken to seniors’ groups and religious organizations. How long do my walks take? Approximately 90 minutes to two hours, but sometimes a bit longer. I have been known to be a little long-winded, as many can attest, so that’s why some walks take a bit longer. How long have I been doing the walks? Well over 40 years. Most of the walks are ar-
ranged so people in wheelchairs, seniors, those pushing baby carriages can take part. I do not rush, and please feel free to ask any questions or offer any comments on the walks. People coming on the walks are also free to take notes and also use the written information from my columns in Beach Metro News, but ask my permission before using them in anything you plan to publish yourself. Unfortunately, there have been occasions where some people have taken advantage of my walks and columns, and then published articles as their own – some almost word for word. They were used without obtaining permission or giving credit, and that is wrong. Occasionally we accept donations for some of the charitable organizations I volunteer for such as Community Centre 55, local food banks, and our interfaith program that provides free lunches for those in need in the community. And just to confirm to you loyal readers of Beach Metro News that the information on when and where walks will be taking place will be printed in the paper once we are allowed to safely hold them. While we are the subject of walking, the Victoria Day long weekend is coming up and it would be a perfect time for you to take a selfguided walk through East Toronto’s history. You can do this by visiting some of the many historic plaques in the community, and you can do it safely and at your own pace. Please do recognize that many of these plaques are on the private property of the people, so respect their space and don’t trespass. These plaques have been done in recognition of all kinds of buildings, people, and organizations. They have also been put up by different groups including civic, educational, religious, artistic and other organizations. I will endeavour to list as many local plaques as I can for your Victoria Day walk, but forgive if I miss some. Along with plaques, there are also a number of murals on walls of buildings that are well worth seeing. There are many ways to see these plaques and murals, and if you don’t want to walk you could ride your bike. Here are some locations that would be worth taking a look at: Glenn Gould plaque – 32 Southwood Dr., north of Williamson Road.
William Stewart Darling house – in the Gerrard Street East and Norwood Road area, the plaque is at 6 Benlamond Dr. Grant African Methodist Episcopal Church – 2025 Gerrard St. E., at Golfview Avenue, on the southeast corner of the church. Maple Cottage – 62 Laing St., west of Laing south of Queen Street East between Knox Avenue and Leslie Street. The Ashbridge Estate – 1444 Queen St. E., between Greenwood Avenue and Woodfield Road. The Beach Hebrew Institute – at 109 Kenilworth Ave., just south of Queen Street East. The Dr. Wm. Young statue and memorial – Lee Avenue, on the west side south of Queen Street East. Leuty Lifeguard Station – foot of Leuty Avenue south side of the Boardwalk. Scarboro Beach Amusement Park – south of Scarboro Beach and Hubbard boulevards just on the north side of the Boardwalk. Ted Reeve Arena – at the northeast corner of Gerrard Street East and Main Street. Community Centre 55 – southeast corner of Main Street and Swanwick Avenue. William Kurelek – 175 Balsam Ave., on the east side south of Kingston Road. Lister Sinclair – 15 Beech Ave., east side south of Queen Street East. R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant – on the east side of Nursewood Road , south of Queen Street East. Kingston Road Radial – southeast corner of Victoria Park Avenue and Queen Street East. Beaches Branch Toronto Public Library – on south side of Queen Street East just west of Lee Avenue. Kew Gardens Cenotaph – on south side of Queen Street East just west of the library and Lee Avenue. St. John the Baptist Norway Church – on Woodbine Avenue on the west side north of Kingston Road. Norway Post Office – on the northeast corner of Woodbine Avenue and Kingston Road at 320 Kingston Rd. If you have any comments or suggestions about walks, send me your contact info. This can be done by an email to Beach Metro News editor Alan Shackleton at alan@ beachmetro.com Remember we also have our Beach and East Toronto Historical Society and they are a great source of information.
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Number of changes planned for the Woodbine bike lanes Brad Bradford Beaches-East York Councillor
Outside the current global pandemic, there aren’t many bigger conversation starters in our community than the Woodbine bike lanes. Over the last couple of years, several hundred community members have come to consultation meetings on how to make Woodbine work better for everyone. We had to roll up our sleeves, put in the work, and find a solution. After listening to the community’s input and working with City of Toronto staff on a better design, Toronto City Council has approved changes that maintain safety and improve traffic flow for Woodbine
Avenue between Kingston Road and Gerrard Street East. A quick recap: the Woodbine bike lanes were approved by council in 2016, and installed before I was elected as the City Councillor for the new, bigger ward of Beaches-East York. This was a bold and courageous move that delivered a critical north-south connection for active transportation. In a rare break from Toronto tradition, the Woodbine bike lanes didn’t go in as a pilot. While I don’t think we need to pilot everything, my time at Toronto City Hall has shown me that it’s helpful to have an implementation phase to help iron-out wrinkles when making major changes like this. During the 2018 municipal election, the bike lanes became a political lightning rod. Some candidates ran with a platform to rip them
out entirely, others wanted to keep them exactly the same. I ran on a commitment to maintain the bike lanes, but land on a design that worked better for everyone. The forthcoming changes deliver on that promise I made to you. My position is simple. We can’t deny the real experience of the residents and communities who have seen an increase in cut-through traffic on their local streets due to frustrating bottlenecks. We also can’t deny that we have a critical need for safe cycling infrastructure, and it doesn’t make sense to simply rip-out an investment that’s already been made. I got to work right away after taking office. You might remember the initial public meeting at the Stan Wadlow Clubhouse with hundreds of residents and even news crews! Since then, I’ve had dozens
of meetings with city staff, over 2,000 emails and Facebook messages with residents, more community consultation meetings, and focused stakeholder conversations to work on the details of the design. One of the biggest lessons learned for me is that our street design should be informed by the context, and that the initial proposal brought forward by the technical staff, might not always be the best one on the ground. While we may have bike lane guidelines designed for generic city-wide applications, the hill gradient, residential frontages on an arterial road and travel patterns on Woodbine do not lend themselves to generic guidelines. This required a made-for-Woodbine solution informed by the community. Here are the changes that will be coming, balancing all of that input,
while maintaining the top priority of road safety for all users: • Lowering the speed limit on all of Woodbine Avenue to 40km/h. Lower speeds can improve safety while helping high volume traffic flow better. • Adding new physical separation for the bike lanes on Woodbine, south of Danforth. Large portions of the bike lane right now are just a painted line. Physical separation like curbs and bollards will improve safety for everyone. • Adding a northbound travel lane on Woodbine between Kingston Road and Gerrard Street East during evening rushhour. This change will be made by limiting parking on the east side of Woodbine between Kingston and Gerrard from 3:30pm to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday. This will imContinued on Page 7
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Paid sick leave protects essential workers, entire community Imagine being presented with an impossible choice that ultimately may take away your ability to feed your family and keep a roof over your heads. There are people in our community who face that choice every day. We’ve declared them “essential” and yet we, as a society, don’t give them the option to stay home if they have symptoms of COVID-19, to go get a test, or to get a life-saving vaccine—because if they do, they lose the income from that shift at work and they put the safety and the lives of themselves and their families at risk. At the East End Community Health Centre, we provide primary care to people who have difficulty
accessing healthcare because of their circumstances, such as poverty, the language they speak, their culture, or health insurance. We provide care to about 6,000 clients, many of whom are essential workers; and also your family, friends, and neighbours. Currently, our job is to try to keep them safe, healthy, and out of hospital during COVID by helping them isolate, access testing, and get vaccinated, but we need more help. We need your help. Many of our clients are disproportionately affected by COVID-19 because they do not have access to paid sick days. They may be eligible for the Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit, but
it’s less than minimum wage. They have to apply for it which creates uncertainty about whether they’ll receive it or not, and there’s often a delay in payment. It also does not cover shorter absences for testing, waiting for results, or vaccination. This does not work for our clients who live paycheque to paycheque. As a result, they are forced to make impossible choices. Giving the people of Ontario, the people of our community, 10 paid sick days should be the only choice. While three paid sick days is a start, it’s nowhere near sufficient if people are expected to follow public health guidelines to stay home when sick. In fact, one of the key recom-
mendations that came out of an independent commission conducted after the 2003 SARS outbreak was legislating paid sick days in advance of the next public health emergency.The investigation concluded that the temporary paid leave program that was implemented was critical to the success of containing SARS. And when the United States introduced temporary paid sick leave, there was an estimated 50 per cent reduction in the number of COVID-19 cases per state per day. The evidence is clear: legislated paid sick days reduces the spread of COVID-19 and saves lives. To our community: Join us in urging our province to protect our
family, friends, and neighbours who are essential workers. Show your gratitude and solidarity by posting on social media with hashtags #paidsickdays, #RaiseYourVoice, and #ONpoli. Call or email your MPP, the Minister of Health Christine Elliott (416-327-4300, Christine.elliott@ pc.ola.org), and Premier Doug Ford (416-325-1941, doug.fordco@pc.ola. org). Implore them to create a more comprehensive paid sick leave program so that our essential workers can make the right choice, not the impossible one. East End Community Health Centre
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Say no to self-checkouts at stores Recently I stopped at Shoppers Drug Mart on Coxwell/ Danforth and was told I would have to use the self-checkout to ring my purchases through. I was told I could only pay at the counter if I paid cash. If I were a blind person I
would not have been able to do it, or if I was a person with disabilities. I suppose the ultimate goal is to lay off cashiers with the roll out of more self-service kiosks across Shoppers. It’s the middle of a pandemic, Loblaws is making a
record profit and yet more cashiers will be losing their jobs? Whatever happened to old fashioned service? If I have to ring in my own groceries, at least I should be paid for it. I’m going to be shopping
at Shoppers Drug Mart a lot less often, if this is going to be their policy across all of their locations. People, please shop with your feet and say no to selfcheckouts! Norma Cassidy
Make Ashbridge’s Bay Park a place for everyone Hurray, the warm weather is here! We’re all starting to come out of hibernation, along with our furry friends. We are so fortunate to have Ashbridge’s Bay Park in our own backyard. The park supports many mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds. The Toronto Ornithological Club has recorded more than 265 different species of birds here. They also list and advertise Ashbridge as one of
their Top 10 birding sites in Toronto. Flora and fauna need our protection to survive and thrive. Migratory birds need suitable landing and resting spots, and those that breed here need safe areas to build a nest for their next family. You can help make Ashbridge’s Bay Park a safe place for nature. Please have your pets on leashes, as they should be year round, throughout the
park. All users of the park, including pets, should stay on the trails, especially along the shoreline to encourage the growth of vegetation and the infant waterfowl. Dogs, especially off leash, are viewed as predators in the natural world. Responsible pet ownership will benefit the treasure we have here. Yelling and whistling to corral unleashed dogs is unnatural and irritating to both
wildlife and people with or without dogs, who enjoy the peace and quiet of a nice walk, just like you. Neighbourly cooperation is good for everyone, and appreciated by all. For further information about the damage dogs can do, please refer to www. protectnatureto.org/dogs-innatural-areas/ Let’s make this a park for everyone to enjoy.
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Resident concerned about nuclear plant in Pickering I’ve been worried about the nuclear power plant in Pickering for years. My home in the Beach lies within 30 kilometres of it. Did you know that people living within 10 kilometres must be equipped with potassium iodide tablets to help prevent thyroid cancer that
could result from a nuclear emergency? To feel safer, I ordered some of the pills via PrepareToBeSafe.ca. Recently, a National Observer article by Charles Mandel has ratcheted up my worry about a catastrophe. Three points in the article are raising my anxiety to
new levels: • The Pickering plant life expectancy ends in 2024 when decommissioning should begin but OPG wants to extend that timeline. Experts describe the plant as already “past its prime.” • The Ontario Clean Air Alliance says that OPG lacks
Bike lane plan aims to improve safety and reduce congestion ‘Number’ from Page 6 prove flow and reduce cutthrough traffic in the adjacent neighbourhoods. • Ongoing reviews of signal timings for Woodbine at Gerrard and Kingston. Making one change can have a knock-on effect so tracking signal timings closely will be critical. The new approach reflects the specific conditions found on Woodbine, made for and shaped by our community. While it’s not perfect, and won’t appease everyone, it will reduce cut-through traffic on local streets and congestion during peak periods, while improving safety, sight-lines and incorporating new separated bollards.
These changes are in addition to the road safety measures that have either been approved or already installed on the neighbourhood streets in and around this section of Woodbine. We’re getting the engineering analysis for new safety measures like speed humps and stop signs on some of the streets seeing the most cut-through traffic including Firstbrook Road, Corley Avenue, Cassels Avenue, Glenmount Park Road, Brookside Drive and Lockwood Road. Construction to implement the changes on Woodbine is expected in the fall. Sign up for my newsletter or follow me on social media for more detailed updates on the
timings when we have them. A sincere thank you to everyone from the community who’s reached out on this and given their time and energy to bring about these changes. Thanks also to the city staff, advocates on all sides, and my council colleagues who have responded to an important local discussion. None of this would have happened without your incredible engagement over the last couple of years. The power of community-led change continues to inspire and shape the work I do at Toronto City Hall. For more on the changes to the Woodbine bike lanes, go to http://app.toronto.ca/ tmmis/viewAgendaItemHistory.do?item=2021.TE24.54
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proof that the plant’s pressure tubes are fit for service. Any one of the 400 aging tubes could rupture. • New CANDU reactors have two fast shutdown systems. The Pickering plant has but one. We are fortunate the Pickering plant is cited as one of the world’s top performing stations. But are we prepared for increasing levels of risk as months go by? Marilyn McKim
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During COVID-19, many community events may be cancelled or postponed. Please visit the groups’ websites or connect with organizers to receive the latest information. BEACH CITIZEN OF THE YEAR 2021 nominations are now open. Do you know someone who has worked hard to improve life in the Beach community, who has had an impact on a broad spectrum of community members, has made a tangible contribution and inspired others to participate in community life? This award is for someone who has volunteered their time, not someone in a paid position. To nominate, visit www. beachcitizenaward.org or www.centre55.com, by mail to Beach Citizen of the Year, Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., Toronto, ON, M4E 2V6, by email to jade@ centre55.com. Please include as much information as possible about your nominee, including why your nominee should be recognized as Beach Citizen of the Year. Deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20, 2021. TORONTO EAST END SUMMER MARKET (virtual). Discover and connect to 50 small businesses in your community. This virtual market is happening on the weekend on June 4-6 on the Toronto Virtual Market Facebook page (eastendmarket.ca) and Instagram page (@torontovirtualmarket). Shop from the comfort and safety of your home and enter to win over 40 contests throughout weekend. This is a great way to support the small businesses in your community. SPRINGFEST ONLINE AUCTION 2021 - May 17-31. Many interesting items including art, gift baskets & one-of-a-kind treasures on the auction block. Proceeds support Birchcliff Bluffs United Church. Info: www.bbuc.ca, 416-694-4081 VARIETY’S FOOD DRIVE at Variety Village, 3701 Danforth Ave. Donate your non-perishable food items Monday to Friday 8 a.m.-7 p.m., until Aug. 24. Donated food goes towards Scarborough Food Securities Initiative and Women and Children Shelters. BEACH PHOTO CLUB. Are you interested in photography? We invite all shutterbugs to check out our local photo club. We offer a range of activities including guest speakers, mentorship, opportunities to share your work, photo excursions, competitions, practical seminars and more! We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from September to June, 7-9:30 p.m. Normally we meet at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave (unless specified in program), but due to Covid, we are meeting on Zoom for the time being. Info: beachphotoclub.com or email beachphotoclub@gmail.com KEW BEACH LAWN BOWLING and Croquet Club. 113 years and going strong! Located at the foot of Lee Avenue beside the Hockey rink. We plan to be open for bowling in late May. We are always ready to welcome new members, with very reasonable annual fee. We will provide equipment if you want to give it a try. Following Covid protocols to keep members safe, we are the best bet in the beach! Surrounded by a fence, our own clubhouse with washrooms, lots of hand sanitizer. Join at the level of social or competitiveness that suits your style. Contact info: facebook.com/KewBeachLawnBowlingClub, email kewbeachlbc@gmail.com or call 416-694-4371 COMMUNITY CENTRE 55 AGM for members, Tuesday, June 8 , 2021 at 7 p.m. at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., for the purpose of considering and taking action with respect to the following: to approve the financial statements of Community Centre 55 for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020; to receive our Program report; and to fill one vacancy on the Board of Management. Info: Debbie Visconti, Executive Director, Community Centre 55 at 416-691-1113 ext. 225 BEACH AND EAST TORONTO HISTORICAL SOCIETY presents Paul Warner “The Price Brothers and Building the Beach” June 1, 7-8:30 pm. on Zoom. Details on the talk and more stories about the Price family and their development of Scarboro Beach Park are on the Society’s website at www.tbeths.com BEACH INTERFAITH OUTREACH LUNCH Program for adults. Bag lunches at the door will be available from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. until Wednesday, June 30 •Mondays at Corpus Christie Church (16 Lockwood Rd.) •Tuesdays at St. Nicholas Anglican Church (1512 Kingston Rd.), co-hosted by St. Aidan’s Anglican Church •Wednesdays at Beach Hebrew Institute (109 Kenilworth Ave.) •Thursdays at Beach United Church (140 Wineva Ave.) •Fridays at Beach United Church (140 Wineva), hosted
by Kingston Road United Church. Lunches will resume in the fall (date to be determined). Info: 416-691-6869 BEACHES MENTAL WELLNESS GROUP. Join us most days for a free video support group run through ZOOM. Sign up and get details at https://www.meetup. com. Ask to join us: Mental Wellness Peer-to-Peer Support-Groups. Info: www.mentalwellness.help DANFORTH MENTAL WELLNESS GROUP Join us most days for a free video support group run through ZOOM. Sign up and get details at https:// www.meetup.com/Mental-Wellness-Peer-to-PeerSupport-Groups/. Info: www.mentalwellness.help AL- ANON at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. Alateen members are welcome to attend. Info: 416-691-1113 AL-ANON BEACH R&R GROUP meets Tuesdays at St. Aidan’s Church, Queen St. E. at Silver Birch Ave., 7:30 p.m. (newcomers’ meeting 7 p.m.). Use side door in middle of the building. No fees or dues. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 794 Kingston Rd., 2 blks east of Main St. Joyful Easter greetings to all. Confessions by appt. during Covid. See our website for parish information including weekly videoed homilies and our YouTube channel: www.stjohnsrc.ca, 416-698-1105 WAVERLEY ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH, 129 Waverley Road. We invite you to join us online for our Sunday Morning Worship Services at www.twitch.tv/waverleyroadbaptist beginning at 11:00 am as we continue our Sunday Morning Sermon Series through the Gospel According to Mark. For more info, you can reach us at (416) 694-3054, info@waverleyroadbaptist.ca, or www.waverleyroad.ca. Find us on Facebook & Instagram, too! Check out our IGTV for our Devotional Series (@waverleyroadbaptist), as well! CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 72 Main St. (at Benlamond). Sunday service and mid-week study groups by phone. Call 416-691-4721 for more details. For updates about what is open visit www.calvary-bapist-church.ca ST. AIDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 2423 Queen St. E. (at Silver Birch). Our ministries and programs are continuing, with study groups online, service videos on YouTube, opportunities to meet virtually in small groups, and an eco-spirituality theme for action and learning all year. Find out more on our website: staidansinthebeach.com ST. SAVIOUR’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 43 Kimberley Ave. at Swanwick. All are welcome. Due to Covid, our 10:30 a.m. Sunday service is now on zoom. Call the church for info. 416-699-6512. www.stsaviours.ca https://www. facebook.com/churchwithreddoor/ Sermons available on Proclamation! Podcast (now available for free on iTunes). KINGSTON ROAD UNITED CHURCH, 975 Kingston Road. Our weekly worship service is posted on YouTube each Saturday afternoon. Check our website for the weekly link. We have virtual Sunday School each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Please email the church for the link. Info: www.kruc.ca, kruc.info@gmail.com BEACH UNITED CHURCH invites you to join minister Karen Dale and music director Steven Webb every Sunday morning at 10:30 am online. Sunday Worship theme, Thrive: explores the question are we thriving or surviving? This series runs from May 23 to June 27. Join the Interactive Sunday Session via Zoom on June 6 and June 27 at 10.30 am. This is an opportunity to share your thoughts and hear from others. Links will be posted on our website: https://beachunitedchurch.com/ FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Rd at Kingston Rd, is available on ZOOM. Please join our Worship Services on Sundays at 10:30 am with Rev. Angela J. Cluney. Interested in joining our Book Club which meets on the last Thursday of the month at 7 pm. April - The Uncommon Reader by: Alan Bennett & Where the Crawdads Sing by: Delia Owens; May – Iscariot by: Tosca Moon Lee. Join us for our newly created Hobby Circle on the second Friday of the month at 2 p.m. Any hobby is welcome. For all ZOOM & phone links: email fboffice@ rogers.com or call 416-699-3084. Everyone is Welcome! BEACHES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 65 Glen Manor Dr. (S of Queen) in the heart of the Beach. Sunday services are continuing remotely at 10am. To join us on Zoom or by phone please visit the church website for more info: www.beacheschurch.org, 416-699-5871. Minister: The Reverend Katherine McCloskey
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The Price Brothers and Building the Beach topic of online talk By Paul Warner
IT WAS almost 120 years ago, in 1902, that Joseph Price, his pregnant wife Lizzie, and their four children aged 16 to four, moved into their newly built home at 126 Lee Avenue. Over the next three decades, they would become one of the Beach’s leading families, with a legacy that includes more than 100 duplex and fourplex buildings south of Queen Street East, and scores of detached and semi-detached houses north of Queen Street East. Joe, then in his early forties, was a Toronto-born, bootstrap entrepreneur and philanthropist. He perfected his skills as a sign painter in the 1880s and, by the early 1890s, had founded what was soon the city’s most successful outdoor advertising company.
Price Advertising Co. Ltd. “own and control all Bill Boards in Toronto,” claimed an advertisement in 1896. Lizzie, born Helen Elizabeth Leslie, was a refined farm girl from near Belleville. A concert cornetist, she had soloed to cheers and encore requests at such prestigious venues as St. Andrew’s Hall, the Pavilion in the Horticultural Gardens, and Massey Hall. She combined her musical career with raising five children – Pearl, Leslie, Earl, Helen (my grandmother), and Frances – born between 1885 and 1902. Joe’s business model was simple but powerful. The first step was to secure steady cashflow by renting out billboards at prime locations with high-quality, hand-painted artwork (done at their plant at the north-
west corner of Main Street and Stephenson Avenue). The second step was to use that cashflow to buy cheap local land and build economical rental housing on it. As he put it, in a 1928 interview in the Globe, “our first building scheme was modest enough. We put up 40 houses on Lee Avenue extending over a period of ten years. That took us up till a short time before the war. In wartime we […] built farther north on Lee Avenue. We also built some stores on Queen Street and erected the Melba Theatre.” In the 1920s, sons Leslie and Earl took on more and more responsibility for running the business, freeing their father to pursue his other passion: making the Toronto East General Hospital a reality. He was among the small group
of community leaders who lobbied the province to establish the hospital, and he was both a significant donor and a charter member of the Board of Governors. Then, late in 1925, an opportunity came along that the family couldn’t resist. The Scarboro’ Beach Amusement Park went out of business. The site (stretching from Queen to the lake between today’s Wineva and Maclean avenues) was to be sold for residential development and the Prices were first in line. They sold the billboard company and laid down most of that cash to buy up as much of the old park as they could. Then they formed a new company, “Price Bros.,” leveraging their investment heavily with mortgage loans to build (and offer for rent) the iconic duplexes and fourplexes that are unique to the Beach.
Designed by Harry Stevens, a long-time Price employee and a self-taught architect, the buildings were constructed between 1926 and 1929. Almost all of them still stand and retain much of their original character. Ten buildings (1-3, 5-7, 9-11 Hubbard Boulevard, and 2-4, 6-8, 1820, 22-24, 26-28, 30-32, 34-36 Wineva Avenue) are on Toronto’s Heritage Register because of their cultural value. Paul Warner will discuss “The Price Brothers and Building the Beach” on Tuesday, June 1, from 7 to 8:30 pm. at The Beach and East Toronto Historical Society event on Zoom. Details on the talk and more stories about the Price family and their development of Scarboro Beach Park are on the Society’s website at www.tbeths.com
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Connecting people through art has helped Roxane Tracey through challenging year Mimi Liliefeldt mimi@missfit.ca
MAY 25TH marks the oneyear anniversary of George Floyd’s murder. Last month, Derek Chauvin was convicted on all three counts, which elicited cries of relief throughout the Black community and its supporters. At last, if only for an all too brief moment, Black people felt seen as worthy of some kind of justice. The intensity of the last year has been simmering all along, while occasionally boiling over, and leaving us burnt out. As a whole, and especially our Black and BIPOC folks, we need to make time for some healing and connection. Roxane Tracey is just the person we should seek out to help us simultaneously channel our emotions and break free from routine. Roxane is a visual artist, poet, mother, and owner of Fresh Paint Studio and Cafe on Danforth Avenue just west of Woodbine Avenue. Like many people this year, Roxane had to learn how to pivot her business. “When the pandemic hit, it was like the carpet was pulled out from under you. At first there was the hope that it was going to just be a few months, but as it got longer it became clear we had to figure out a different path. Like many others we were asking ourselves, ‘what’s possible?’ I didn’t have the answers, but I knew I had to try.” Eventually someone asked Roxane to host a virtual paint party, and though she didn’t know how the logistics were going to work, she said, ‘yes.’ Gradually the work and requests started to pick up and Roxane noticed a theme that was emerging. “People have to connect, they needed to figure out a way and art became an accessible way to do that. I think without realizing it that was always what I wanted my studio to be about, people connecting through art,” she said.
“It’s so beautiful to see people excited about being creative. They are able to focus on the art and at least for a few hours, forget about everything else.“ Roxane has been an artist as long as she can remember; but well before she opened her studio, she was connecting with and helping people. Roxane worked for two different NGO (non-government organization) programs which took her to East and West Africa. For her first job, she was in Ghana for six months. “I was working on adult literacy programs and children’s art programs in libraries and schools. It was an amazing and life-changing opportunity to be on the ground and do work in communities that was meaningful.” Her experiences in Africa forever connected Roxane to its people, her roots, and the importance of community. In Ghana, she lived with a local woman and her two daughters who over time became like family to her. “I remember being in the community and people looked out for me, they saw me as a daughter, as a sister, as an auntie,” Roxane told me. “I felt like I had a purpose and a place there. The people in the community were so genuinely welcoming. I looked around and I saw things that really impacted me. People went without access to basic things, and I couldn’t disconnect from it. It wasn’t like hearing about it on the news. Their experiences became a part of me. Their experiences were humanized.” After her time in Ghana, Roxane returned to Canada and found another NGO called CPAR (Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief) where she worked for 10 years on projects in East Africa and South Africa. At the end of her time with CPAR, she became pregnant and knew it was time to shift gears and launch her dream of opening her studio. Finding the space and renovating it to suit her needs took time, but it was time needed to research and shape her vision. By Febru-
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Roxane Tracey is a visual artist, poet, mother and owner of Fresh Paint Studio and Cafe on Danforth Avenue. ary 2016, Roxane opened the doors to the studio and welcomed the community in. She spoke passionately about her intention for the studio. “I wanted to create a space that pulled in elements of myself and my artwork, but that was also warm and inviting. Adding the café was part of creating the warmth,” said Roxane. “People have a lot of fear around art. Most adults haven’t done it since elementary school. I wanted a space to help them break down the barriers and learn to enjoy the creative process.” Marginalized people have used art to break down barriers and amplify their voices throughout history. Famous artists from Ai Weiwei to Jean Michel Basquiat have popularized this movement of uprising through art. But really this idea has been with humanity for centuries, possibly even more so in the Black experience as a way to process oppression and channel emotion through song, art, and dance. “We speak through art. It’s very much a platform for Black people who are artistically inclined to express themselves and what they’re feeling,” said Roxane. She has worked with many organizations as a facilitator to help people work through their experiences. “I’ve used poetry and art in places like Women’s Health In Women’s Hands, where women were working
through difficult situations such as mental health and abuse, as a form of healing and expression. Inspiring them to speak through their art helps them move through their journey. Making them feel like their words and images, are relevant and allowing them space to give voice to the things that are buried; it’s very powerful.” Roxane is a special person, who has cast her community net wide. She is motivated by using her poetry and art to inspire others and especially uplift women. She has taken what she knows about the human experience, with all our joy and pain and made it her mission to give back. “We all have a creative soul, there are many ways to be creative, we need to connect with that,” said Roxane. So next time you’re pulled down by the weight of yet another racial injustice, remember that as much as we need strategy and action, we also need individual and collective healing. There are numerous ways to heal, some meditate, some do yoga, sometimes you just need to cry in your bed; but when you’re finished doing those try exercising your creativity, it can reconnect you with what matters and that is the purpose of healing. Mimi Liliefeldt is a Beach resident and business owner. She can be reached at mimi@missfit.ca
Virtual SING! vocal festival begins this month SING! THE Toronto Vocal Arts Festival marks its 10th anniversary with a virtual festival from May 27 to June 6. SING! was co-founded by Beach Citizen of the Year Patricia Silver. “This amazing music event started with a few of us
at my kitchen table, a vision, and determination – and here we are, 10 years later, having reached more than 100,000 audience members and presenting thousands of singers from around the world,” said Silver. J.M. Erlendson, who grew up in the Beach. is SING fes-
tival chair and will be performing with three a cappella groups: Countermeasure, Beatsync, and Ruach Singers. Being virtual means artists from around the world can take part in this year’s festival. Artists participating include Freeplay, the duo of SING! artistic directors
and long-time Beach residents Dylan Bell and Suba Sankaran; The Ault Sisters, Cadence, the Hamilton Children’s Choir, and many others. The full schedule for SING!, tickets and festival passes are available now at www.singtoronto.com
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Residents make ‘milk-bag mats’ for those in need By Alexandra McDiarmid
I FELT this article was fitting since Earth Day took place recently. I was inspired to make milk-bag mats while attending Bethany’s Baptist Church (East York) where I was volunteering between 2017 to 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic began. The Arts and Craft Circle run by Veta Riley constructed the mats with outer milk bags sleeves. There was a large frame and a lot of weaving needed to make them. These mats are sent abroad to help developing countries to separate people from the ground while sitting and sleeping. I learned more about this at https://milkbagsunlimited. ca/home/ Pastor Jim at the church constructed the frame we use to make the mats. I re-
ceived the frame this year and have been occupying myself making mats from the milk bags during the lockdown/stay home orders I have completed seven mats and counting. I would like to thank Ruth from Glen Rhodes United Church for the contribution of bags. A special thanks goes to everyone in schools, churches and other organizations who are presently making these mats at home until we can send them abroad. As a kind reminder, three million tonnes of plastic goes to our landfills each year. Milk bag sleeves have a more than 50-year lifespan and do not biodegrade very fast. If you would like to contact me to learn how you can be involved and help, I can be reached at alexandramcdiarmid@gmail.com.
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Alexandra McDiarmid displays one of the mats made from milk bags. Donations of the bags are being sought so more of them can be made. Please make a point of saving up your milk bag sleeves
until a pickup or drop off can be arranged.
Beach Metro News Lucky Volunteers for May 18 Brian, Victoria and Matt Spanton are the Beach Metro Community News Lucky Volunteers for May 18. They have been delivering the paper in the Meadow Avenue area since 2001.
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Victoria and Matt are grads of Courcellette Public School, Malvern Collegiate Institute and Queen’s University. For being selected Lucky Volunteers for May 18, the Spanton family has received a prize of $50 which they will be donating to the Canadian Cancer Society. The donation is being made in honour of Balmy Beach Rugby Club player Jaxon McGarva who recently ran a marathon in support of his mother who is fighting breast cancer.
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Deadline for June 1st issue is May 25th
HOME CALLS & PICK-UP SERVICES AVAILABLE E-FILE PERSONAL & BUSINESS TAXES
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Announcement
UPPER BEACHES OFFICE SPACE
NEW CLAREMONT SCHOOL PROGRAM
Ideal for medical professionals, lawyers or accountants
First Steps Kindergarten Program Currently accepting applications for September 2021-2022
info@claremontschool.com 416.778.6336 (6)
Volunteers
Contact: melinda@beachmetro.com
Do you enjoy taking photos? Visit BEACH PHOTO CLUB
Meeting on Zoom for now, but still full program. Be inspired by prominent presenters, improve your skills, share your passion & meet new friends. (6)
Ran my own restaurant Great reviews • Went bankrupt Worked “under the table” Lost my job No food, no kitchen - I’m homeless I just want something to eat
www.helpwanted.to
(6)
HELP WANTED
(6.)
Person to maintain small, well cared for Beaches garden. Bi-monthly until fall closing. (6)
CONDOMINIUM SUPERINTENDENT Condominium of 243 units looking for Full-Time, Live-out Superintendent Superior customer service & communication skills. Handyman skills are essential. Yearly salary approx. $50K. Extended health care package. henleygardens@crossbridgecs.com (6) or 416.691.7273
Commercial Space for Rent
Do you own a plot at St. John’s Norway Cemetery you’ll never use? We can buy this privately from you. Email or call today (r)
Hockey, Baseball, Basketball, Football cards, game programs, ticket stubs, pucks, hockey sticks, baseball bats, balls, autographed items, oddball related items. Call Grant 289-314-3533 or email bretsky@rogers.com (8)
HOUSE TO BUY I am looking for a home/house to buy, for my daughter’s little family (husband and new baby) in the Beach. No agents please.
Sheila@invictus.biz or 416 670-8303
(8)
(r)
416-691-6893
www.regsappliance.com
•Fast friendly service for 40 years •CESA certified Repairs to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers
(r)
KLEEN WINDOWS
Cleaning specialists •Windows •Eavestroughs •Decks •Siding 416-706-7130 905-706-7130 www.kleenwindows.ca
(r)
Home Decor
On-Site & Remote Hardware/Software support PC/Mac Support Call 416-438-6360 repairtechi@rogers.com
(7.)
416-820-1527 (6.)
Times are harder than ever Stop paying the big guy’s prices We will beat any written estimate up to 20% because at the end of the day, it’s all just garbage Call today for your free estimate (6.) 416-270-0879
DEMOLITION EXPERTS
Demolition & Removal of Garages, Porches, Fences & Concrete. Howard 416 565 8569 (7) Worked 70+ hours a week for years Didn’t work on my marriage Lost everything • home & family Now living in a rooming house where I have to negotiate to use the shared bathroom I need help - hope www.helpwanted.to (7)
416-698-9000
(r)
Custom Window Coverings Drapes, Blinds, Valances Also Duvet Covers, Shams, etc.
416-831-6279
ImpressYourMotherInLaw@gmail.com
We’ll Make It Sparkle! (6..)
Music
Bach to ROCK We teach it all!
Scarboro Music (r)
THE TWO FOURS Rock, Roll, Roots, Blues, Country & Random
Your local Rock ‘n’ Roots Revival Band is Ready to rock when the time comes (again). Stay well. Stay tuned. Stay in touch.
647-899-9074
(r)
24 Hr Service
General Services
WAYNE’S
Woodstoves • Screens • Raincaps Eavestroughs Cleaning Removals of Raccoons, Squirrels, Birds, Pigeons, Bats, Skunks & Exclusions Honey Bee and Injured Wildlife Rescue Baby Raccoon Boxes
416.686.2384 / 416.702.2710 (6..)
CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING
• Bio-degradable, non-allergenic products used • Drying time 3-4 hours • Bonded, insured, certified Free At Home Estimates!
INDIV/GRP TUITION IN YOUR HOME QUALIFIED + EXPERIENCED TEACHER, K-12 PROVEN SUCCESS - REFS AVAILABLE (6r)
Head Start Tutors Currently offering SKYPE/FACETIME SESSIONS Helping the student in your house adapt to the new educational reality.
www.headstarttutors.ca 416-272-9589 • neil@headstarttutors.ca
Proudly serving the Beach for over 20 years Neil Bennett B.Ed./OCT Sally Vickers B.Ed./OCT
416-690-6116 www.thestudystudio.com (10r)
FRENCH TUTOR
(22)
(6r)
INDOOR / OUTDOOR
General repairs: Drywall / Caulking / Painting etc. Odd jobs: Fixtures, TV, Shelf & Picture install / Furniture assembly (IKEA)... & much more! Call/text Peter 416 577 4252 (6)
EXPRESS JUNK REMOVAL + SMALL JOB HANDYMAN
RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING A family business since 1956
Window & Eaves Cleaning Gutter Filter Installation
416 421-5758
rileyswindowcleaning.com
(r)
BEACHES LAWN MAINTENANCE
(6)
416 414 5883 info@blpm.ca
for Grades 1-12 immersion, extended and core, by French major student/teacher in training. References available. $30/hr bethany.m322@gmail.com 647-631-0288 (6r)
Garden & Tree
-Lawn Cutting
-Spring/Fall Property Clean-Ups -Hedge Trimming
416-414-5883
(6r)
- Clean Up - Trimming - Seeding, planting, etc.
437-345-9858
info@blpm.ca
(6)
ameliarosegardendesign.ca deb@ameliarosegardendesign.ca
416-804-0646
(12)
- Clean Up - Trimming - Seeding, planting, etc.
437-345-9858
(6)
The Carefree Garden Garden maintenance, clean-ups, weeding, pruning and planting. We take loving care of your garden. Environmentally friendly. Lisa 647-236-6228 thecarefreegarden@primus.ca
(7)
25 years Experience Read our reviews on Homestars.com One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Living Spaces
416-288-1499
(r)
Green Apple Landscaping Front yard parking pads Drawings • Permits • Build 416-288-1499 www.greenapple.ca
(r)
STONEHENGE LANDSCAPE • DESIGN & BUILD
416-467-6059 www.stonehengedesignbuild.com (r)
KIM PRICE Landscape Design 647-545-5143
Creating Award Winning Gardens • Design and Construction •
BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
LAWN CUTTING
Best Prices/Free Estimates
Individualized tutoring and programs for grades 3-12 in all subjects. Proven success with thousands of Beach area students for 20 years. On Kingston Rd. just east of Vic Park
Andrew English B.Ed.
Call 416-783-3434
(11)
www.greenapple.ca
Cleaning Services THE STUDY STUDIO HEALTHY HOME
freshgreenlawncare @gmail.com
Award Winning Design & Build
(6r)
(6r)
647-606-0970
Green Apple Landscaping
• COVID CATCH-UP • • in-depth homework/test help • • essay-writing + study skills • • numeracy + literacy support •
BioX Pest Solution & Wildlife
GARDENING
Tutoring call ALBERTO 416 690 9389 for
(19)
Pruning, Cabling, Planting, Arborist Reports, Removals, Stumps, Milling Free Quotes! 416.546.4889 info@evergreentreecare.ca evergreentreecare.ca (19)
Landscapers
HELP WITH MATH & ENGLISH
• Mice • Cockroaches • Rats • Bed Bugs • Ants • Wasps • Centipedes • Spiders • more THEEXTERMINATORS.CA
YOUR LOCAL, FAMILY RUN TREE PRESERVATION SPECIALISTS
thetwofours@eol.ca • 416-690-5442 https://facebook.com/thetwofoursband
PEST CONTROL
EVERGREEN TREE CARE
Gardening
Kingston Rd/Vic Park
joyofmusictoronto.com 416-269-8109 (7)
(19)
(6r)
Spring is in the air. Time for garden care!
Plexiglass screens, masks, sanitizing hands & keyboards.
(19)
East Toronto Sodding Co.
Amelia Rose Gardening & Design
WE ARE NOW OPEN!
WWW.RACCOONCONTROL.CA
647-496-2211
For estimate call
647-235-6690
Home & Office Cleaning Solutions
Music Lessons
Humane removal of raccoons and babies from ATTICS, DECKS, PORCHES, GARAGES, SHEDS
beachlawncare2020@gmail.com (6r)
Gardening
Shine & Sparkle
piano, guitar, voice, violin, drums & more
We remove squirrels in a humane way from attics, walls, sheds, decks, etc.
BLIND AMBITION
RUBBISH REMOVAL & DEMOLITION SPECIALIST RECYCLING 416-264-1495 CELL 416-567-4019
We are a local Beach Property Management company now offering COVID safe residential cleaning for all your cleaning needs. We specialize in move in/move out deep cleanings. Contact Casey at 416-886-6934 or casey@ashbridges.ca (6r)
JOY OF MUSIC
RACCOON CONTROL 647-557-7932
ASHBRIDGES CLEANING SERVICES
416-699-8333
Pest Control
*STARTING AT $20
416-691-8503
647 679 3282
(6..)
Family Owned & Operated
LAWN CUTTING SERVICES
(6..)
647-496-0815
Peter the Handyman
COMPUTER SERVICES
Call Max
Contact Martha @ Cell: 647-206-1415 Home: 416-449-0171
Beach Lawn Care
A perfect lawn instantly
Who has the time to clean anymore? I have the time, so give me a call. Roxanne 647 886 8303
For light moves/deliveries, cleanups, etc. Efficient. Best rates.
www.SquirrelControl.ca
Computer Professional
IT Support
(11)
MAN WITH PICK-UP TRUCK
SQUIRREL REMOVAL
(w. of Midland)
10+ years experience Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting, and Handy Work. Randall 416-450-0599 torontomrfixit@gmail.com
(6r)
Paul 416-821-3910
REG’S APPLIANCE
Computer Services On-Site & Remote
I provide excellent cleaning services for residential homes and condos.
LAWYER
PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS
computer-assist@outlook.com
McArthur & Son Business Centre Air conditioning, boardroom, kitchen area, copier, etc. Individual offices from $500/mth. 577-579 Kingston Rd., w of Main St.
Household Services
MR. FIX-IT
www.beachmetro.com
Call or text 416-801-6921
OFFICE SPACE
416-691-7556
Personal • Small Business Corporate • Back Filing (11)
2358 Kingston Rd.
Burial Plots
St. John’s Norway Cemetery
BUYING SPORTS MEMORABILIA
Local forestry consultant seeking FORESTRY ASSISTANT for evenings and weekends starting at $20/hr cash. Must be physically fit; preferably must have own means of transportation.
EXACT TAX SERVICES
Vienna Upholstery
info@ecofuneral.ca or 647 660 5056
Empoyment Opportunities
pmcarthur577@gmail.com www.mcarthurbusinesscentre.com
SHORT TERM RENTAL Relatives coming to town this summer and have no space for them to sleep? Cozy and fully appointed bachelor suite for rent in upper beaches. Pictures available upon request. 15 minute walk to the beach. Contact Lisa at 416-686-4160
Wanted
CHEF
416-691-7369
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Catering
Call Joel: 416 427 0595
R.E. Services Inc. Brokerage We make owning real estate & being a Landlord painless, easy & profitable.
Beaches Fully Furnished Bachelor Basement Apt. $1,200/month includes heat/hydro/internet/cable. Angelo 416 698 9595 or 647 607 7067 (6)
Photo/Art
(17)
Expert Bookkeeping, Small business specialists, Strong on QuickBooks, Simply Accounting, “cloud computing”. A la carte services. Affordable rates. Antonella 416-464-2766 (8r)
Harding & King
Routes available throughout the Beach, Upper Beach, Danforth, Birchcliff STUDENTS EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
Beachphotoclub.com beachphotoclub@gmail.com
Apartment/ Home for Rent LANDLORDS For Peace of Mind Call
Volunteers Needed to deliver BEACH METRO NEWS
Serving the Community for Over 40 years
TAX ACCOUNTANT (r)
Call Juan 647 518 1179 www.ridesafetransport.ca
offer complete and thorough cleaning service for your house • office • condo Call Ilona 416-427-3815 (6)
EXTREME CLEANING
Struggling to connect online? Need a hand with your groceries & shopping? Or a ride to medical and personal appointments? RideSafe Transport helps seniors & their families lead connected, active lives in their communities.
BEAR’S GARBAGE REMOVAL & DEMO
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 161 Main Street, Toronto M4E 2V9
TIM O’MEARA
416-690-2880
(5.)
RideSafe Transport
1232 Kingston Rd., Suite 5 Toronto, ON M1N 1P3
00
EUROPEAN CLEANING LADIES
Leaves, Yard Cleanup Garage Cleanups & Junk Removal Other various jobs Scrap metal removal
Business & Personal Income Tax Computer Bookkeeping & Accounting
BLOCK AD
$13.00
HANDYMAN / HELPER
Financial Services
CLASSIFIEDS
(6r)
www.kimpricelandscapedesign.com (6.
BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
LAWN CUTTING 416-414-5883
info@blpm.ca
(6r)
Beach Builds
“General Outdoor Stonework” RETAINING WALL SPECIALIST Contact: JB Barton
647 679 3282 www.beachbuilds.ca
(6r)
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
THE STONE SAVIOUR
‘As Promised’ Painting
“save your sunken stone”
*** Free Estimates *** We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more
Relevelling of: -Driveways -Walkways -Patios -Retaining walls
647 679 3282 www.beachbuilds.ca
Dianne 416 699 5070
(6r)
THE STONE PORCH LANDSCAPING
PROFESSIONAL PAINTER Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs
Finely Finished Stone Work www.thestoneporch.com thestoneporch@gmail.com
416-265-6674
647 401 7970
(6r)
Sunken Interlock Repair Flatten out your uneven... -Driveways -Walkways -Patios
647 679 3282
(6..)
(11)
GRASS CUTTING 647-606-0970 freshgreenlawncare @gmail.com
Save the cost of replacing your sagging fence or deck. We rebuild existing fences and decks including rotting posts and boards for years of further service.
Call Richard at U Can Do It
416-580-4290
(6)
IN THE BEACH LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTS
• Weekly & Bi-Weekly Lawn Cutting • Spring Clean-ups • Fertilization & Aeration • Hedge Trimming & Pruning • Seeding & Sodding • Landscape Construction 647-210-LAWN (5296) www.BeachLawns.ca info@beachlawns.ca (19)
dave@beachhillpainting.com (6r)
Dave 416 694 4369
Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706
WG PAINTING
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872
MBX ELECTRIC Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314
(6r)
NEWBRIGHT PAINTING
NO MESS, NO FUSS, JUST SUPERIOR WORKMANSHIP INTERIOR • EXTERIOR FULLY INSURED, 30 YRS EXPERIENCE, BEACH RESIDENT
CALL SEAN FOR AN ESTIMATE
416-985-8639
newbrightpainting@gmail.com
(8)
BEACHCOMBERS
(6$.)
www.thegoodmoves.com Call Hakan: 416 899-3980
ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING
LTD
Professional Quality Service Repairs-Renovations-Installations
Junk and Garbage removal Cottage country services
2 Men + Truck $85/hr Call Byron at
416-830-8183
(8r)
A.S.M. MOVERS FULL SERVICE Local & long distance. Taking care of your possessions.
416-617-8548 All Season Movers
(6)
Painters
Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537 www.ontariowaterplumbing.com
Family owned & operated 26 years in business
416-690-3890
(r)
PROWAY
(r)
NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING
Beach resident for 50 years. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 patrickj480@gmail.com (6)
TOM DAY
Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622
(10r)
Cascade Plumbing GTA All Plumbing, camera inspection, power washing, snake drain cleaning, sump pumps, drainage systems, and back water valve installations. Great affordable rates. Fully licensed.
Contact us at 416 602 2128 (6r)
MASTER PLUMBER
PAINTING & DECORATING
PLUMBER CONTRACTOR
416.797.6731
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872
Interior • Exterior Residential • Commercial Plastering • Drywall
proway.painting@gmail.com Free Estimates & References Available
(11)
SERENITY PAINTING Beach resident with over 30 years exp Interior / Exterior Work Proper Drywall & Plaster Repairs No job too big or small Have the job done right the first time. Referrals & Free Estimates
Steve 647-853-6420
(8)
Fully licensed & insured. Lic #T94
(9r)
ATLANTIS PLUMBING &
DRAINS Dishwasher & Gas Repairs
Heating, Boilers & Radiator Repairs Reno, Repairs - LICENSED
416-265-4558 Cell 416-727-1595
416-833-3006
Big or small we do them all VISA / MC / AMERICAN EXPRESS (6.)
Lic: 7006786
Panel & sub panel upgrades Knob & tube & aluminum rewiring Free estimates LED light & pot light installations 100A & 200A service upgrades Electrical problem solving
(6$)
TORONTO ROOFING INDUSTRIES LTD.
torontoroofingindustries.com (6r)
Steve 416-285-0440 cell 416-605-9510
Lic# B16393
(6.)
Ran my own business for decades Now in my sixties Nobody will hire me • “too old”
Major health problems Homeless and feeling powerless Need a warm meal (6)
CANPRO MECHANICAL
MARCANGELO INTERIORS Drywall, Taping Trim, Tiles, Painting
Marc 416 419 4281
marcangelointeriors@hotmail.com (6r)
JOHN CLARKE
MAYFAIR HEATING & COOLING
BERGERON ROOFING THE STONE PORCH MASONRY Brick • Block • Concrete Steel • Stone www.thestoneporch.com thestoneporch@gmail.com
416-265-6674
(6r)
UNDERPINNING & WATERPROOFING
“Your basement lowering specialists”
416-826-3918 John www.mgcunderpinning.com maximumgen@gmail.com MET# B16348
Since 1998
Carpenters
Trades
CARPENTRY
HANDYMAN
• chimneys & foundations • parging & tuck pointing • arches, lintels & sills • door & window rough-ins • foundation waterproofing
•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL
416 988-2589 danielmccaf@gmail.com
by Kevin
Fences, Decks, Porches Flooring, Windows, Doors, Trim, etc. Kitchens & Bath • Garage Restoration Serving the Beach for 15 yrs.
Kevin 647 282 8375
(9)
CUSTOM CARPENTRY IN THE BEACH
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR CARPENTRY QUALITY PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL DESIGN + BUILD Mario 416-690-1315 www.friedrichbuilds.com (6$)
Carpenter 30 yrs experience
Design & build custom cabinets Wall units, mantles, interior trim Baseboards, crown moulding, hang doors Drawers, vanities cliffsidecarpenter.blogspot.ca gibsonpeterk@gmail.com Peter Gibson 416 578 3755 (16)
Fence and Deck Repairs Save the cost of replacing your sagging fence or deck. We rebuild existing fences and decks including rotting posts and boards for years of further service.
Call Richard at U Can Do It
416-580-4290
(6)
Doggy needs a fence? Hubby wants a deck? And any house repairs Celtic Reno Text Mac: 647-832-1742
(6.)
•PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE BUILD & REPAIR •INTERIOR & EXTERIOR REPAIRS
Marc Text/Call 416-617-7205
(r)
WET BASEMENT ? Foundation Repair/Waterproofing
FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.
(r)
Cable & Telephone Wiring Telephone Systems Residential, Commercial, Retail, Home Offices Senior Rates Alan Burke 416-699-4350
(r)
FOUNDATION
WATERPROOFING/ REPAIR UNDERPINNING Fully Licensed Contractors Guaranteed
416 467 6735
stonehengefoundations.com (r)
YOUR STUCCO Stucco • Moulding Wall Systems
Jack of all Trades HANDYMAN SERVICES
Basements, Kitchens, Bathrooms Fences, Decks, Drywall, Carpentry
416-278-5328
416-659-7003
www.webuildit.ca
Drywall, Plastering, Taping 20 yrs Experience • Excellent Job Call Mike 416-854-7024 647 833 7024 (17r) Fax 647-341-6104
(11)
FENCES Text/Call Mike 416-873-7448
(6.v)
THE BRICK SPECIALIST Quality stone masonry & brickwork. Experts at matching existing brick. New builds, tuckpointing, colour matching, parging. Stone & Block.
Call Scott 416.858.2452 scotstonecontracting@gmail.com (8)
RUSHFORD RENOVATIONS BLOCK WORK CONCRETE CHIMNEYS WATER PROOFING DECKS + FENCES Call John at 437-233-8776
(7)
Flat and Shingle Roofs Installation & Repairs upperbeachesroofing.ca 647-358-2342
JASON THE MASON
TUCKPOINTING • CHIMNEYS CONCRETE WORK WINDOW CUTOUTS WATERPROOFING REGISTERED & INSURED 416-580-4126 cell (4/22)
(6r)
No job too small. Free estimates. Serving the Beaches for 15 years.
Metro lic #B531 • All Work Guaranteed • Free Estimates
Serving Your Community Since 1971
(11r)
MASONRY by Daniel
SERVICES “No Job Too Small”
25 years experience removing popcorn & refinishing it with a perfectly smooth plaster ceiling.
UPPER BEACHES ROOFING
Maximum General Contracting Inc.
upperbeachesroofing.ca 647-358-2342 (17)
(6r)
Wood fences and exterior carpentry
(6$)
Flat and Shingle Roofs Installation & Repairs
416-738-2119
MR. SKIMCOAT 416-322-2899 mrskimcoat@gmail.com
(6r)
mayfairHEATINGandcooling.com
UPPER BEACHES ROOFING
www.jdbuild.ca
416-606-4719
Maurice (Cell) 647.638.8441
(17)
(6..)
POPCORN CEILING REMOVAL
(6$)
416-466-9025
Sam Capetanu
416 876-4986
Air Conditioning & Heating Experts HVAC / Repair / Maintain / Install Residential / Commercial Rental programs now available
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Shingle & Flat Specializing in Flat Roofs All Work Guaranteed
JUST DRYWALL AND TAPING
Restoration & Build
(7r)
(6r)
Shingles • Flats • Cedar Free Estimates Residential & Commercial Tel: 416-752-6453 Cell: 416-788-9020
(8r)
• Brick / Foundation • Concrete / Stone • Chimney & Parging
Cell 416 434-2762 Painting - Basement Renos Plaster & Stucco • Interior & Exterior Small Renovation Jobs & Indoor/ Outdoor Spray Painting 35 Yrs Exp • Refs upon request (6...) Free Estimates
35 yrs. experience
www.helpwanted.to
MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik
24 hr. - lic# P1624
Larry’s Painting & Repairs sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca
(r)
(10r)
J. BROW ROOFING
ELECTRICIAN
50 years in the Beach
Delivery Service Available
(6r)
Frank 647-889-5537
416 691-3555
416-910-8033
Met. Lic. B-16-964
COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SERVICES RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
ECRA/ESA # 7010497
Gus:
647-771-0227 jeff@heyhandyman.ca www.heyhandyman.ca
www.canpromechanicalgroup.com
Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984
LICENSED
Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations
(6$)
100/200 AMP Service Upgrades • New Wiring New Homes/Additions Lighting Installations Troubleshooting
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
BEACH PLUMBING
Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed
CANADIAN CONTRACTORS
ELECTRICIAN
Plumbers
Following COVID protocol
(6r)
MASTER
Satisfaction guaranteed! Call Jeff today for free estimate. 416-910-6302 beachcombersgc.com info@beachcombersgc.com
ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION!
416 694 0906
ELECTRICAL WORK
Residential/Commercial
Landscaping solutions to customize your space.
• Small & Big Moves; Long Distance • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country • Junk and Rubbish Removal
Call Marc 416-910-1235
416-690-1430 • 416-266-8953 quotes@citywideroofing.ca www.citywideroofing.ca (6..)
Call Hamid at 647-300-2462
JDB MASONRY
SERVICES
15 yrs exp No job too small! Free Quotes, satisfaction guaranteed - Lic & Ins
Painting, tiling, fencing, drywall, flooring, siding, vanities & much more.
Local • Reliable • Professional Servicing the beach for 15 years.
ESA/ECRA 7002084
*SPRING PROMO*
“Always on Time and on Budget”
Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations
416-694-6673
PAINTING
Movers
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
(9r)
warren.gamey@yahoo.com
(r)
For all your roofing needs In the Beaches since 1974 FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED
(r)
(6..)
HEY HANDYMAN
Lic - Insured • Free Estimate
CITY WIDE ROOFING
CARL 647-787-5818
by Jim Ferrio
416 660 4721
Doug 416-871-1734 Jeff 647-686-8103
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MASTER ELECTRICIAN
MP Interior Painting; Free Estimates. Mpinteriorpainting@gmail.com ; Piotr Wiench 416-301-4601; 416-269-0470 (7)
www.scotstonecontracting.com Call Scott 416.858.2452 (8)
- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR QUALITY PAINTING; KITCHEN CABINET REFINISHING & CUSTOM PAINT; STAINING & WATERPROOFING, DECKS & FENCES
416-322-7692
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Scotstone
Traditional stone walls, steps, interlocking paths, patios & decks.
Call Jim for a free estimate
free estimates
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate
Fence and Deck Repairs
ALL TYPES OF ROOFS
Fault Finding Knob & Tube Rewiring Service upgrades Insurance certificates
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INTERIOR PAINTING
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THOSE ROOFERS
Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades
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LOCAL ELECTRICIAN
416-322-7692
25 years • Free estimates
JIM 647 405 8457 416 691 8457
QUALITY HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS
ECRA/ESA LIC#7001069
PAINTING
An honest family service in the heart of The Beaches
416-569-2181
CEJA ELECTRIC
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Servicing residential and commercial
437-774-6300
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www.laniganscontracting.ca
ESA LIC# 7002668
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate
• Lawn Maintenance & Fertilizing • Fall/Spring clean ups • Snow removal Call today for a free quote
LANIGAN’S
Dedicated precise worker. All your build and repairs. Indoor or outdoor: dry-wall, flooring, built-in, landscaping, interlocking, sheds, fences, decks, etc. at a reasonable price!
FLOORING SPECIALIZING IN SANDING & STAINING
Electricians
CELL 416-875-5781
INTERIOR PAINTING
HARDWOOD
Roofing & Aluminum
DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183
Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
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Complete Bathrooms Small Repairs Renovations 416-456-9999 Follow on Facebook
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SILVERBIRCH
Roofers
Master Plumber • Lic. & Ins.
GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC
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May 25
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CLASSIFIED ADS
S.A.C Masonry Brick, Block, Stone,
are available in two sizes:
Chimneys, Concrete, and all masonry repairs
$13.00 for 20 words or fewer extra words are 35¢ each
Call Sergio 416 873 9936 (6r)
$20.00 for a block ad (1 column wide x 1” high) no more than 40 words
CJ DRYWALL & PAINTING
Our Classified ad section also appears on our website.
Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean. No job too small.
Call C.J. 647 222 5338
AND/OR
How about a
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COLOUR AD? Call 416-698-1164 ext 26 for ‘Display’ ad rates.
KEW BEACH GENERAL CONTRACTING Kitchens - Bathrooms Basements - Doors, Windows Garages - Fences, Decks
For all your reno needs, no job too small. Metro lic
416 824-7901
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2196 Gerrard St. E. 416.698.1164
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BEACH METRO NEWS
HELPING YOU IS WHAT WE DO.TM Residential & Commercial Services
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Dianne & Brian Chaput Sales Representatives Royal LePage Estate Realty
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Proudly Helping You ‘Own Your Dreams’ While Staying Safe and Exceeding Expectations! 416.526.9970 bonsellhomes.com lainey@bonsellhomes.com
“No, no, they can’t take that away from me.” I & G Gershwin
Thank You!
Kerry Jackson Royal LePage Estate Realty, 2301 Queen St. E. Direct 416.571.2181 | Office 416.690.5100 Kerryjackson@gmail.com
A heartfelt thank you to our community that joined us for Unplugged for Shelter on May 7th. Together, with all of your generous donations, we have raised over $15,000 for women and children escaping domestic violence. 100% of all proceeds raised will be attributed to our local shelters including; The Red Door Family Shelter, Nellie's Place and Scarborough Women's centre. Thank you so much for your generosity and support.
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