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CANADIANS WILL be going to the polls to cast their votes on Sept. 20. after a federal election was called last week. Beach Metro News will be covering the races in the ridings of Beaches-East York, Scarborough Southwest and TorontoDanforth. As of 4 p.m. on Aug. 20, Beach Metro News is aware of the fol-
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lowing candidates running for office in those three ridings. In Beaches-East York, Liberal incumbent Nathaniel ErskineSmith is seeking to be elected as the riding’s representative for the third time. He was first elected in 2015 and then reelected in 2019. Erskine-Smith currently sits on the Standing Committee on
Community joins together to support Malvern C.I. teacher By Amanda Gibb
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Members of the Canadian women’s wheelchair basketball team recently visited the Beach prior to heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games. The team went out on Lake Ontario with iPaddle’s Brian Quinn to do some bonding prior to heading to the Games which open today. A number of athletes with links to the Balmy Beach Canoe Club and Variety Village are competing in the Paralympic Games, and more information on them can be found on our website at www.beachmetro.com
Beach swimmer Penny Oleksiak becomes Canada’s most decorated Olympic athlete BEACHER PENNY Oleksiak is Canada’s most decorated Olympic athlete of all time. Oleksiak, 21, won her seventh Olympic medal on the night of July 31 at the Tokyo Olympic Games to set the record. Swimming the final leg of the women’s 4×100-metre medley race, Oleksiak helped the Canadian team win the bronze medal on the final night of swimming competition at the Tokyo Olympics. Her bronze medal in that race was Oleksiak’s third of the Tokyo Games and seventh in total. In Tokyo, Oleksiak also won a silver in the 4x100m freestyle relay and a bronze in the 200m freestyle. In the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Oleksiak won a gold medal in the 100m freestyle; a silver in the 100m butterfly; and bronze medals in the
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Penny Oleksiak is interviewed by CBC Sports during the Tokyo Olympic Games. 4x100m and 4x200m freestyle relays. The Canadian women’s 4x100m medley team in the record-setting
race of July 31 was Kylie Masse in backstroke; Sydney Pickrem in breaststroke; and Maggie Mac Neil in butterfly. They finished in a time of 3:51.60 for the bronze medal. Australia won the gold and the United States took the silver. Prior to her history making race, Oleksiak shared the honour of Canada’s most-decorated Olympian with Clara Hughes and Cindy Klassen. All three women had won six Olympic medals. Sprinter Andre De Grasse joined the six-medal club after winning three of his own at the Tokyo Olympics. In an interview with CBC Sports shortly after the completion of the July 31 race, Oleksiak said she was proud of her teammates and their achievements. “I’ve accomplished this history with girls who are making history,” she said.
Industry, Science and Technology, and is a past president and current member of the Canadian Group of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (UIPU). Running for the NDP in Beaches-East York will be Alejandra Ruiz Vargas. She was nominated as the NDP federal candidate for the Continued on Page 2
BEACH RESIDENT and beloved Malvern Collegiate Institute teacher and guidance counsellor Karyn Bugelli is now cancer-free, and her family is working on re-modelling their home to be more accessible with the help of friends and the community. Bugelli noticed nagging back pain in September 2020 that she assumed was from not moving around enough because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and tried to push through the pain with the help of chiropractors, massage, and acupuncture. The pain got worse until February 2021 and her husband Joe Dunning took her to the emergency department. “Essentially my vertebrae broke, like my back broke, and I just got up in the morning and I couldn’t get up the stairs from the basement,” said Bugelli. Doctors at Michael Garron Hospital were able to see that Bugelli had a tumour on her T-12 vertebrae, and referred her to Toronto Western where she was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a type of cancer rarely found in adults. Following an initial surgery at Western, Bugelli went to Princess Margaret Hospital to receive chemotherapy treatments to shrink her tumour, but developed a serious infection after her third round. After this, doctors decided not to give her the last two rounds of chemo and to have surgeons go in to see the progress on her tumour. “They were hoping it would shrink it out of my spinal cord, but that didn’t happen, so the only way to get the tumour out was to cut the spinal cord. That was obviously tough news, but it was life or a limb,
basically. Life was more important, so they decided to do the surgery,” she said. The 22-hour surgery went well, but the shocks weren’t over. In the following weeks, she developed an infection that required another surgery, then contracted COVID-19, and doctors found a peculiar spot on her pelvis which they thought could be cancerous. “They said if it came back this fast it’s palliative…I told my family. Through an error, it turned out it was the bone graft they’d done through the initial surgery. So for six days I thought I was dying, but it turns out it was just the bone graft so that’s amazing news,” she said. Bugelli is now cancer-free and in rehabilitation to learn how to live using a wheelchair. In the meantime, Dunning is working on re-modelling their bungalow in the Beach to be accessible for Bugelli. “They gave us the thumbs up that they had gotten all the cancer, so now we’re on the next part where Karyn has to figure out life as a paraplegic,” said Dunning. Laura Norris, a friend and teacher at Malvern C.I., created a GoFundMe page to help raise funds for the extensive renovations needed to make Bugelli’s home comfortable and wheelchair accessible. “The GoFundMe was set up by two teachers I work with, I’m so touched by it…I couldn’t even believe they would think to do that and just the outpouring (of support) of people in the community: my neighbours, parents from Malvern…I’m seeing all these names of students…writing kind words,” said Bugelli. Bugelli said that she’s grateful Continued on Page 17
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TORONTO-DANFORTH In the riding of Toronto-Danforth, Liberal incumbent Julie Dabrusin will seeking to be elected for the third time. A long-time Toronto-Danforth resident, Dabrusin was first elected as MP in 2015 and again in 2019. The NDP candidate for Toronto-Danforth is Clare Hacksel. The Conservative Party candidate for Toronto-Danforth is Michael Carey. The Green Party candidate for Toronto-Danforth has not yet been named. The People’s Party of Canada candidate for Toronto-Danforth is Wayne Simmons. The Communist Party of Canada candidate for Toronto-Danforth is Elizabeth Rowley. She is the leader of the Communist Party of Canada. Candidates running in this federal election have until 21 days before Sept. 20 to officially register. That puts the registration deadline at 5 p.m. on Aug. 31 for this election.
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‘Federal’ from Page 1 riding on Aug. 4. Ruiz Vargas has been involved with the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) Canada since 2015. Vargas is the Chair of the East York Chapter and the National Leadership Representative. She is an advocate for affordable housing, tenant rights, and state of good repair issues. The Green Party candidate in Beaches-East York is Reuben DeBoer. The former Eglinton-Lawrence candidate for the Green Party in the last federal and provincial elections, De Boer has recently moved to the Beaches-East York riding. He recently retired after an 11-year military career as a reservist artillery officer, and currently, he works as project manager for a medical laboratory diagnostics company. The Conservative Party candidate for Beaches-East York is Lisa Robinson. The candidate for the People’s Party of Canada in Beaches-East York is Radu Rautescu. The Communist Party of Canada candidate in Beaches-East York is Jennifer Moxon.
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There is a proposal to alter the west-side half of the building (photo at left) at 2273 -2275 Queen St. E. Photo at right shows a drawing of the proposal. heritage status in the past and didn’t qualify because it isn’t particularly unique. “We’re trying to build for the community and make it inviting and beautiful,” he said. Currently, Lezell runs a daycare but is limited to only five children and has had to turn away many parents from the Jewish community who don’t have any other similar options in the area. “People are looking for that. They want a warm, beautiful place for their children to learn about their traditions,” he said. The proposed changes would mean that half of the building would lose its characteristic veranda and gable roof in order to make way for a stairwell that would lead up to the additional floor to be constructed. This top floor would
then replace the existing rental unit and feature a rooftop that can be used for the daycare as well as community gatherings. Lezell pointed out that the height limit in the front of the property, which is 9.5 metres, isn’t going to be changed. The additions will be in the back end of the property. The front will lose the arches and veranda in favour of a glass facade which will allow people to see inside the lobby. Wilson said he feels the decision should be in the hands of the community. A hearing is set for Toronto’s Committee of Adjustment (CoA) on Sept. 29. Wilson hopes residents will take part in that hearing. For info, go to www.toronto.ca/citygovernment/planning-development/committeeof-adjustment/toronto-east-york-schedule/
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Nate worked to improve the federal pandemic response, help constituents in need, and support local vaccination efforts. He attended and hosted countless community events pre-pandemic, and has since made himself available for online Q&As and replaced town halls with the Uncommons podcast.
2 Serious Climate Action:
Nate introduced net zero legislation, called a climate emergency debate, and pushed for stronger climate ambition and action. Our government has reduced projected 2030 emissions by over 40%, and its net zero accountability law includes Nate’s amendments.
3 Principled Independence:
Nate’s been a thoughtful and principled voice in the House of Commons, and he’s stood up for constituents and respectfully disagreed with his party when it mattered. He has also worked to deliver results across party lines.
4 Major Poverty Reduction:
Nate served as chair of the all-party anti-poverty caucus and advocated for increased and automatic benefits for the working poor. Our Liberal government listened, tripling the Canada Workers Benefit and expanding eligibility to an additional 1 million Canadians.
5 Saving Lives: Nate called for a public health approach and tabled legislation to help end the opioid crisis. Our Liberal government followed the evidence to approve safe consumption sites, expand treatment options, and adopted Nate’s bill to treat drug use as a health issue.
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Nate worked to improve Indigenous child welfare, end boil water advisories, and helped to build a partnership with local Indigenous service organizations. Our government lifted almost 70% of long-term advisories, passed child welfare reform legislation, and helped to fund urban Indigenous services.
7 Strengthening Animal Protections: Nate’s legislation to modernize animal protections led the Liberal government to address animal fighting and abuse, and to ban the shark fin trade. He also seconded a bill to ban the captivity of whales and dolphins, and he’s the House sponsor of the Jane Goodall Act.
8 Protecting Your Privacy:
Nate tabled a bill to strengthen privacy protections, and led Canadian and international efforts to hold online platforms accountable for privacy, election interference, and COVID misinformation. Our Liberal government responded with legislation to modernize privacy laws.
9 Advancing Fairness:
Nate questioned grocery store execs when they cut pandemic pay, and tabled motions to tackle extreme wealth inequality and to claw back wage subsidy support from profitable companies. He advocated for a $15 federal minimum wage, which the government delivered.
10 Defending Human Rights:
Nate defended human rights at the United Nations, called for action on the Rohingya refugee crisis, and worked to advance global vaccine equity. Here at home, Nate defended Charter rights through legislative reviews of anti-terror legislation and assisted dying.
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Black Lives Here
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Andy Sue in front of the Flower Centre on Kingston Road. In January of last year he was confronted with racial harassment, and made the decision to speak up about it and share with the community and media what had happened.
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n a perfect world there is no racism; no inequalities, no injustices, nobody has to stand up for anyone else because there’s nothing to stand up for. In this utopian world we are all equals and treated as such. As it happens, we live here, in the real world. Our world is flawed, difficult, and often times grossly unfair. Having said that, we are also gifted with enormous amounts of opportunity to change it. One neighbour we all know mustered his own courage to change our small corner. Andy Sue is the proud owner of Flower Centre on Kingston Road which he runs with his wife Wing Ye. In January 2020, he told local media about the intense racial harassment he was subjected to by a random woman who came into his store. “The things she said to me left me dumbfounded. She said things I’ve never heard uttered before from anyone. It’s forever scarring. I can always relive it.” The woman used the emergence of the coronavirus in China as the launchpad for her racially driven abuse. Andy’s family has owned the flower shop since 1972. He grew up around the business, and through osmosis he learned more than he realized about how to care for plants and customers. His parents came from
China and were quiet and hardworking. They had their boys here in Canada, and because of the responsibilities of owning a store, rarely ever went back to visit. “Holidays were not happening,” he said of the many years his parents tirelessly ran the shop. At George Brown College, Andy took a tool and dye maker course. After working various jobs, Andy’s uncle, who had been running the store for a few years, was stepping down. Andy’s father asked him to take over the family business. Andy was hesitant and thought, “What do I know about the business?” But his father was quick to point out that he grew up around it, and he’d be surprised at how much he actually knew. “I figured I had nothing to lose, and it is the family’s legacy, so we’ll see how it goes,” is how he described his decision to take the reigns. It’s been 10 years since Andy and his wife have been running the store. “It’s gratifying, if not the most work I’ve ever had to put into any job,” Andy said as he spoke about the long hours and numerous responsibilities. The security of a steady income is tenuous, but the satisfaction of autonomy places the reward much higher than the risk. And in life, it’s important to carefully weigh the risk versus the reward in many situations. Andy did that in January 2020 when after much consideration, he decided to share his story of racial harassment. “Speaking out was a leap of faith. It definitely goes against what I saw growing up, my parents are mild
mannered, quiet people. Never rocking the boat. I went against everything I know by standing up and ‘shouting it out’. It was truly the hardest thing I’ve ever done. I had no idea what I was getting into.” The story went viral. The news travelled and trended all over the world, including China where some of his mother’s friends reached out to say they had just read about Andy’s story. Seeing how far the story went, and realizing it had struck a chord locally and internationally surprised him. “I felt really proud to be Asian. I made a difference, I actually made a difference,” he said. Telling the truth wasn’t easy. After he gave the first interview he started to worry, “What about backlash? Are protesters going to show up outside my door? Am I going to get threatening letters?” Luckily it turned out to be a positive experience. The biggest media circus day was when David Brown of Fearless Meat offered customers who showed a receipt from the Flower Centre a free burger. Mr. Brown offered the deal all weekend in show of support to Andy, and to counteract the senseless racial discrimination. “The day it happened, so many people came in. Neighbours, friends, local MPs came to show their love and support. People could feel the good energy in the store, it was tangible. I’ll never forget that,” Andy said fondly. The most powerful moment of that already incredible day was when a Japanese man he’d never Continued on Page 7
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In My Opinion
Take time to be informed on Queen and Coxwell plan Brad Bradford Beaches-East York Councillor
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ver the last several months, I’ve been speaking to many community members about a small but vocal minority continuing to spread misinformation over the Housing Now proposal at Queen Street East and Coxwell Avenue. If there’s one simple take-away from all of the conversations happening, it’s how greatly it matters that we speak up for the things we believe in. Let me be clear. It’s important to make a distinction from community members who are engaged and working hard to make the proposal the best it can be. They are not the
same people spreading lazy halftruths or capitalizing on fear to disrupt affordable housing, as we unfortunately see in many communities across North America. The vast majority of our community supports affordable housing. They support exactly the vision this project offers: a mixed-income community with homes people can afford, as well as all kinds of new community benefits, like an expanded Coxwell Early Learning and Child Care Centre and new public space in the form of Kishigo Lane. What is offered in the City of Toronto’s Housing Now program, and in this particular proposal, is simple. Housing Now is a city-wide effort born from the idea that - in the midst of a housing crisis - the City should use its own lands to build housing.
So far, this initiative has identified around 20 City-owned sites across Toronto to be developed for affordable housing. The model is the only practical approach the City has to build new homes without being provided billions more dollars from other levels of government. It’s also based on straightforward equations from the realities of construction, materials, and development costs: the more units built, the more affordable housing we can deliver. There must be a mix of affordable and market housing because the market housing helps to pay for the affordable units. The drive to build affordable housing doesn’t mean planning principles go out the window. The City’s criteria for evaluating any zoning changes for a Housing Now project are the same as any other development proposal.
Like all applications, the plan has to be evaluated by City Planning to assess it against all of the existing policies, guidelines and criteria set out in Ontario’s Planning Act and related legislation. The goal of this proposal is to meet the objectives of the Queen Street East Urban Design Guidelines (UGD). With a six-storey frontage on Queen Street and most of the density set back onto Eastern Avenue, the building is designed within the guidelines, avoiding shadow and maintaining the high-street village feel that Queen East is known for. This proposal will not set a negative precedent for future developments. Within the UDG boundaries, 1631 Queen Street East is unique due to its large size and lot depth (approximately 80 metres, making it the deepest lot in the entire UDG area).
The site also has frontages onto two major streets. There just aren’t similar sites where an argument for this kind of proposal could be made. By moving this project forward, we expect to get around 150 homes for people to build a life. As an example, “affordable” rents would mean a two-bedroom apartment priced in a range between $670-$1,330 per month, offering a home for many people, like the frontline, essential workers we’ve celebrated throughout the pandemic. This is quite literally putting money to the slogans we’ve been saying for the last 18 months. I’m asking everyone who shares this vision to speak-up. This is one of the most thoughtful and engaged communities that I know. Please take the time to be informed, and help others to be too.
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Complaints about cannabis stores fail to recognize it is legal to sell Re: ‘Cannabis store at Queen and Woodbine draws resident’s ire’ Beach Metro News, June 15. The article about the new Cannabis store opening at Queen and Woodbine is confusing. Why is it okay to have an LCBO at Bellefair and another one less than a mile away at Coxwell? No one says a word about that. I think people need to realize that now that cannabis is legal to buy and sell it is also legal to open as many stores as the market will bear. People need to think of cannabis
like alcohol. I use cannabis after work the same way someone would have a glass of wine. There is no difference. I am a 64 year old senior and many many people my age use cannabis and are thankful there are local stores we can go to and buy it legally. Alcohol has many more issues related to it than cannabis. We know that alcohol increases the risk for several cancers, including oral cancer, pharynx and larynx cancers, colorectal and esophageal cancers, as well as liver and breast
cancers. Not to mention the deaths and injuries from drunk driving or drunk boating. Cannabis has no such link. If people are so worried about cannabis stores, why aren’t they also worried about beer being sold in grocery stores where kids can actually go in to the store? They aren’t allowed in a cannabis store. Cannabis is legal and people need to get used to it. In fact, they should give it a try. C. Goodman
Development has made a mess of other lakefront areas in city I was reading the Beach Metro News recently at the Royal Canadian Legion on Dawes Road, and I love your newspaper. However, I am saddened to see the proposed changes for a huge building at the corner of Queen Street East and Coxwell Avenue. Is nothing sacred? The Beach is quaint, and what makes it a community is the shops, the library, the low-rise buildings, and places such as Kew Gardens. Developers made a mess along the Gardiner Expressway. It is a sea of condos, and you cannot see the lakefront. Do we really need more of these type of buildings? Fight development! Joan Harkness
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Summer Stations now on in the Beach THE SEVENTH annual design competition Winter Stations has returned to the Beach. In partnership with The Beach BIA, with three of the winning five installations on exhibit until Aug. 31, the annual art installation has made it home for the summer despite a number of delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Historically launched on Family Day weekend, Winter Stations held a special Spring Stations late this year, with programming in and around The Distillery Historical District. The Beach BIA is inviting residents to safely view winning installations ARc
de Blob, The Epitonium, and THROBBER as part of Summer Stations. The stations are located at Kew Gardens adjacent to the Toronto Public Library Beaches Branch, Woodbine Park and the R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant. Click here to view a map of the winning installations. “In a turn-of-events, it’s wonderful that the winning installations got to do a tour of the city, beginning at The Distillery District, and I’m thrilled that Summer Stations can finish their exhibit where it happens annually, at the Beaches,” said Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford in a press release by Winter Stations.
‘We can stand up. We can be proud’ ‘We’ from Page 5 met before and didn’t live in the area came in to see him. “He was a tall man, but you could see the hurt and abuse he’s gone through. We talked a little bit and I pulled him in, I said, ‘You need a hug man’. He was stiff as a board, he was shaking, you could feel his pain. I didn’t know you could feel other people’s pain. He eventually relaxed and hugged back. He said, ‘Thank you’. He was crying, I was crying. I couldn’t feel more human at that point.” Through Andy’s bravery, he gave that man and many others a feeling of community and pride. “I wanted to show people we don’t have to be the quiet Asian stereotype. We can stand up. We can be proud,” Andy said of his decision to speak up. It takes a lot of courage to speak up, it takes even more to speak up for yourself. This is why we have to be there for each other. When Andy’s harassment took place, he was unfortunately alone, caught off guard and humiliated. Often times we are witnesses to these events; they aren’t happening to us and yet we still say nothing. This failure to intervene, to distract, to diffuse is cowardice. We all want to see ourselves in a better light. We want to believe that we are allies, but if we can’t find a way to demonstrate it, even make
eye contact, then we let the oppressors win. There is a risk with inserting yourself, but there are ways to assist and support without escalating situations, and we need to learn and teach each other how because we can’t expect everyone to fend for themselves. Nobody wants to be alone in these moments, and when you do nothing you are silently allowing the dehumanization of one person from another. Hopefully as our worlds expand and educate, we will have less of these occurrences. But it’s important to remember there is a reward for standing up for your fellow human. The reward is knowing you have done what’s right. You have shown empathy and helped to restore someone’s dignity. Andy showed the world he is stronger than most. He endured a cruel and unfair experience, but once he spoke out he was able to be shown the support he needed. He was shown that we don’t all silently accept racism. If we are willing to take a risk, the reward of true equality is might higher. When we start showing up for each other more consistently, we will get a little bit closer to that perfect world. To learn more about becoming a better ally, check out the free training classes at www.ihollaback.org
Paul Bieksa, Executive Director of The Beach BIA, is also thrilled to have the art installations on display locally. “The Beach BIA is thrilled to invite Torontonians and visitors to experience Summer Stations in new, unique locations including Kew Gardens, Woodbine Park and the R.C. Harris property. Bring friends or family, explore the art installations outdoors along Queen Street East, shop local and enjoy great food in our neighbourhood.” Bieksa added that the Beach Summer Stations installations would not have been possible this month “without the generous contribution from The Richards Group and the tremendous cooperation and collaboration of Councillor Bradford and the City of Toronto’s Parks and Water depart-
ments.” In the press release, Winter Stations organizers said they are looking forward to resuming the regular programming and schedule in 2022 which consists of the art installations being set up along Woodbine Beach in February. Winter Stations was founded by RAW Design, Ferris + Associates, and Curio, Winter Stations Design Competition was conceived as a way of using design to inspire Torontonians to visit the Beach in the winter. For the 2021 competition theme ‘Refuge’, organizers invited artists to reflect back on the year left behind and consider what refuge means to each of us in their submissions. For more information on Winter Stations, please go to www.winterstations.com
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If you count steps while you go about your day, and millions of people world-wide do, the manufacturer of Fitbit fitness technology encourages a daily target of ten thousand steps or the equivalent of five miles (8 km). Now consider that the Fitbit goal is only half of the number of daily steps that elder homeless men in Toronto take to access supports and programs vital to their health and wellbeing. Through research, a Toronto drop-in centre dedicated to elder men who are homeless has determined that men in their 50s, 60s, 70s and even 80s walk 15 kilometres a day, on average, or approximately 20 thousand steps. That includes thousands of steps to appointments like doctor visits, to pick up a hot meal or emergency clothing, to get their mail – no home means no home delivery – and to see about housing. Transit could make life easier for these men. The $3.25 fare doesn’t seem like much, until you have nothing. Any money that an elder homeless man has is better used elsewhere, hence all the steps. Haven Toronto, the only drop-in centre in Canada dedicated to men age 50-plus, reduces the number of steps elder homeless men take by reducing barriers to health care, housing and food security. These supports are available onsite at the downtown centre.
continues, “and while they are here they can see our nurse or counsellors. No appointment necessary. We are low barrier. Vulnerable elder men can feel safe here and be a welcome part of a community.” How can our community help their community? When asked, Lauro Monteiro replied, “We have been fortunate these past 18 months. People have stepped up to help during the pandemic. But with the city opening back up, we see that support slowing down. That’s why we are inviting everyone to Walktober, our annual virtual event.”
Open every day, all year, clients of Haven Toronto can drop-in for a hot, healthy meal and, while they are there, they can access the centre’s full-time nurse, crisis and housing counsellors, and support care workers.
Walktober makes help a walk in the park, or a hike, run or bike. The month-long fundraiser encourages participants to go the distance in support of elder homeless men; any distance and any day during Walktober. Proceeds support Haven Toronto programs and services. Registration is free at www.walktober.ca.
“Meals are a gateway to other supports,” says Lauro Monteiro, Executive Director of Haven Toronto. “Clients come for food, a healthy meal,” Monteiro
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Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford 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. As events start up again, please send your listing info to calendar@beachmetro.com 9/11 REMEMBRANCE SERVICE marking its 20th Anniversary, at Millennium Garden in Woodbine Park (southeast corner Eastern Ave. and Coxwell Ave.), Sept. 11, 1 p.m. Facilitated by Community Centre 55. For more information please call 416-691-1113 ext. 224 or email jade@centre55.com KEW BEACH LAWN BOWLING CLUB & Croquet, located at the foot of Lee Ave. A proud Toronto Parks and Rec Club, with very reasonable fees. New members welcome for Lawn Bowling: Monday and Wednesday evenings, 7-9. Croquet: Thursday evenings, 7-9. Also weekends and weekdays. Info: kewbeachlbc@gmail.com or phone: 416-694-4371. More info: facebook.com/KewBeachLawnBowlingClub BLESSINGS BOX: Join Fallingbrook Presbyterian Church in sharing non-perishable food and toiletries with the community. Take what you need, leave what you can in our Blessings Box at 35 Wood Glen Road. Let us join together to bless each other! To learn more, please contact us at 416-699-3084 or fboffice@rogers.com LESLIE GROVE GALLERY, 1158 Queen St. E., presents Andamento: Re-inventing the Ancient Mosaic Flow in a Contemporary Style, Aug. 25 to Sept. 12, featuring original fine art mosaics by 17 mosaic artists from across Ontario. Opening reception: Aug. 26, 6-8 p.m. Info: lesliegrovegallery.ca/upcoming GRANTFULL FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP FOODBANK and Soup Kitchen, 2029 Gerrard St. E., operating hours: Fridays from 4-6 p.m. Registration is required. Please wear a face mask and respect social distancing. Info: 416-690-5169 AUTHOR DANNY GALLAGHER is available to sign copies of his new Montreal Expos book Never Forgotten at Coles in the Beaches, 2169 Queen Street , Sat., Aug. 28, 11:30-12. THE LESLIEVILLE FLEA is back in person this summer at Ashbridge Estate, 1444 Queen St. E., Sept. 12 and Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Shop from a curated selection of 60 vendors offering handcrafted, vintage and artisanal items. Stroll 3 acres of Ashbridges Estates grounds, reconnect with your favourite vendors. Info: @leslievilleflea on instagram. Note: To ensure the health and safety of visitors and vendors, we will be implementing physical distancing measures as well as the use of masks and sanitizer. RCL EAST TORONTO BRANCH 11, 9 Dawes Road, Clubroom. •Saturday Meat Spins, 3 p.m. Come join us for a fun time – COVID protocol will be in place, sign in, masks required when going up to spin the wheel plus either a tissue/glove but masks off when sitting at your table. Our patio is also open. •Sunday Funday, August 29, 2-6 p.m. Karaoke with host John & Sandy Mills. COVID protocol will be in place – purchase from John for $1 a microphone cover to keep and use each time you sing for future use. Meal @ $12 per person (cold salad plate with dessert) served at 4 p.m. Purchase meal tickets at the Branch or call Susan @ 647-657-8817. NOTE: last date to purchase meal tickets is Aug. 27. 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 OPERATION ANGUS: AN AUTHOR Reading with Terry Fallis, Sept. 15 at 7:30 pm. Beach United Church is thrilled to host bestselling author Terry Fallis who will be reading from his much-anticipated new novel “Operation Angus”. Open to all. Book clubs welcome. Register with a donation through Eventbrite to receive your Zoom Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ operation-angus-tickets-163187451059 Donations will support volunteer-run food programs hosted by Beach United Church. Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com MUSIC FOR THE SOUL: Clara Engel. Beach United Church is pleased to host singer/songwriter Clara
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distancing, will in place. Kingston Road United Church is located at 975 Kingston Rd. Artful Reinvention set for Leuty Boathouse
AN ARTFUL Reinvention will be taking place next month at the Leuty Boathouse in the Beach. Between Sept. 8 and 12, a mural highlighting art by women from the Beach area’s Black Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) community will be on display at and on the boathouse. Artists taking part include Jacquie Comrie and Chief Lady Bird. The Art Reinvention is presented by Friends of Beach Parks. “We are very excited given the nature of this as it is a monumental feat to be granted to produce these works at this historical structure,” said Sapphira Charles, one of the event’s organizers. The Leuty Boathouse is located just north of the Boardwalk at the foot of Leuty Avenue. The Artful Reinvention wall painting works will be on dispay from Sept. 8 to 12. A special celebration, with a chance to meet the artists, is set for Sept. 12 at 3 p.m. Free Play at Ontario Place music festival
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PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY HEALTH DR. KARIN RUMMELL & ASSOCIATES OPTOMETRISTS 1914 Queen St. E. (E. of Woodbine) Mon.- Sat. by appointment
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BEACHES OPTOMETRY CLINIC Dr. Linda Chan, Optometrist and Associates
951 Kingston Rd. (West of Victoria Park)
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School’s accessibility reviewed in advance of Bugelli’s return ‘Community’ from Page 1 for the kindness and generosity of the community and Malvern C.I. to her, Dunning, and their two children. “It’s pretty amazing and humbling. Even before the GoFundMe, the teachers set up a meal drop-off…I don’t know if I can ever deserve all that (support) but it’s certainly very helpful,” said Bugelli. Dunning said that he’s found a company that can install a small elevator in their home, and that the main floor will be renovated into a larger bedroom and bathroom. “There will be an elevator that can go down to the basement so she can tuck the kids in at night and help them with homework…I think it will work fine. We’re simple people and we don’t need a ton of space, we just need enough space for us all to get around, interact, and stay together. It’s the most important thing,” he said. ‘Determined’ Bugelli’s goals are to return to her family and to work as a teacher and guidance counsellor at Malvern C.I. as soon as she can. “It’ll be different but I think I can do it. I’m determined but I’m not patient,”
she said. Principal of Malvern C.I., Sandy Kaskens, said Bugelli is an inspiration to the school and community. “I think it really put things in perspective for me, because here we all are struggling through COVID as individuals, as a community, as an educational system…And then something like this happens. For her to have such tenacity, positivity, and bravery throughout the whole thing is really inspiring.” Building not accessible Unfortunately, Malvern C.I. is not an accessible building as it stands now, and students with accessibility needs are often transferred to another secondary school. The school does have a service elevator from the parking lot to the first floor, but it’s not suitable for regular use. “We have to make this work. I can’t allow Karyn to be accommodated by the board sending her to an accessible school. This is her community, this is where she has devoted her entire career. This is where she’s made such a huge difference, she’s a leader at our school,” said Kaskens. Kaskens has plans to make the first floor of the school accessible by installing a
ramp at the front entrance, a lift to the first floor, a new desk, and widening Bugelli’s door. However, she said that a bigger plan and discussion will be around the whole school becoming accessible fairly quickly. Renovations Bugelli will be able to work and stay in the guidance office located on the first floor, but won’t have access to the rest of the building unless significant changes are made. “At least I can stay in guidance but I won’t be able to go into classrooms and talk to the kids because I won’t be able to get up there…I think it’s terrible that in this day in age a high school wouldn’t be accessible to any student or teacher…I think it’s an important topic…that a publicly funded school isn’t accessible,” said Bugelli. To learn more about Bugelli’s story and the renovations that are required for her and Dunning’s home, please visit the GoFundMe page at https:// w w w. g o f u n d m e . c o m / f / help-karyn-and-joe-maketheir-house-accessible?utm_ campaign=p_lico+sharesheet+spider2v&utm_ medium=copy_link&utm_ source=customer\
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f you’re chatting with a neighbour, and they told you that a bird just landed on your roof, you’d probably assume it was something like a cardinal, a blue jay, or maybe a hawk. How would you react if, instead, if you saw a more than four-foot-tall bird perched up there? Well, keep your eyes open because you never know when one of the Greater Toronto Area’s many great blue herons might drop by your place for a visit, like one dropped by my place not too long ago. Now, while the above scenario is uncommon, herons are regularly seen this time of year, flying back and forth between their nests and their hunting grounds. While it’s always exciting to see these giants in the air, I encourage you to go look for them, from a distance, along our many rivers, marshes, ponds, and lakes. What always makes me admire these incredible birds are their long legs and hunting techniques. Like a ballet dancer, these herons can slowly, and gracefully, move through the shallow water hoping to drive a fish out of a hiding place. If their legs do their job, then the bird’s head,
PHOTO: ANN BROKELMAN
A great blue heron can have a wingspan of up to 6.5 feet. Late summer is a good time to spot the birds, writes columnist Ann Brokelman. which was waiting with the tip of the beak on the water’s edge, will snap forward and snare the meal. You’ll know the hunt was successful when the bird tosses its head up and backwards, allowing the catch to slide along the bill and down the throat. This behaviour will continue for hours, so don’t walk away just because the heron made one successful catch. While a heron’s primary food source is fish, they will regularly eat frogs and have been known to eat rodents, reptiles, and other birds. One of my best heron sightings: I was sitting on a rock at Tommy Thompson
Park and watching a great blue heron dancing on the water. Instead of normal hunting behaviour, he was running, twisting his head and body, and turning himself around. He would then take off and fly around for a few minutes, come back, settle in a marshy area of the lake, and then start the routine all over again. I don’t know if there was a female nearby whom he was performing for, or if he maybe mistook me for someone from National Geographic and he was trying to get his 15 minutes of fame. Another sighting, at a local park along Woodbine, consisted of me just watch-
ing a heron soaking up the sun on a branch for a few minutes before flying away. I don’t know exactly why this moment stands out, but there was just something about the way the huge wings unfolded, started flapping, and then lifted the massive, yet delicate, heron into the air. The grace of this huge bird seemed to perfectly unfold for me in slow motion. How big is a great blue heron? While they stand around 91–137 centimetres (up to 4.5 feet) and have a wingspan of 167–201cm (up to 6.5 feet) great blue herons only weigh between 1.82–3.6 kilograms (up to eight pounds). The heron’s beak is like a long, yellow, thick, pointed and sharp spear. If you’re wondering how to spot these birds, keep a few things in mind. Ontario does have a couple other large birds, and it’s likely to mistake a flying heron for a crane. Try to remember that a heron flies with its head held closely to its body, while a crane flies with its head fully extended. But really, the best advice I can give you is if you see a really, really, big blue-grey bird, then it’s almost certainly a great blue heron. I hope you enjoy the last bit of summer and get a chance to spot and observe a few of these amazing birds. Remember to socially distance yourself from our city’s wildlife!
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The Main Menu: ‘Fresh’ cucumber pickles can be made quickly Jan Main is an author, cooking instructor and caterer janmainskitchen@ yahoo.ca
“Mum, I’ve packed a jar of fresh pickles in your bag. You’ll have to refrigerate them when you get home. They’re not processed in a canner.” “Thanks Alexa.” Well, fresh pickles. We’ll have to see what they are like? It was some time later that I arrived home, unpacked, including the jar of fresh pickled cucumbers. Timely as it was past lunch and those pickles were calling, perfect to have with a snack.
There was a small slice of pickled cucumber on the top, just right for sampling. MMMM. Good! Very good!!! In fact, the first taste called for more. Just the right companion to that sandwich. After eating several more, I called my daughter, Alexa for her recipe and asked her if I could use it for you, the readers, as it is a streamlined version of canning. Fresh pickles can be made simply in minutes and refrigerated a day or two to develop their flavour, then eaten. These had been refrigerated for only three days and were “finger lickin good!” I hope you try them and enjoy them as much as I do. I have now made several batches of my own since the first taste.
Fresh Cucumber Pickles The term “fresh” means that the pickles have not been processed in a boiling water bath or canner which simplifies the making so that a small batch can be prepared in minutes but must be kept refrigerated and used within weeks of making. On the other hand, processed pickles are shelf stable and can be kept safely for at least a year. Of course, once opened, they must be refrigerated and used up just like the “fresh” pickles. After a discussion with Alexa, we decided this recipe would work well with baby carrots, small onions and beans as well as the cucumbers. The hardest part of the recipe is finding a good sup-
ply of fresh dill with the dill flower. The dill flower with all its seeds gives the pickles their characteristic “dill “flavour. If you do not have your own garden source of dill with flower, usually farmer’s markets carry it and some supermarkets. However, when I wanted to test the recipe there was no dill available but I did have fresh garden tarragon. It was a tasty substitution! 2 One pint (2 cup) preserving jars with new lids 2 servings of 4 cups (1 L) fresh garden cucumber (pickling cucumber), beans, baby carrots or small onions Brine 1 cup (250 mL) cider vinegar
1 cup (250 mL) water 1/4 cup (50 mL) granulated sugar 1 tsp (5 mL) pickling salt or table salt 2 cloves garlic, crushed Pinch cayenne pepper 2 big heads of dill flowers with stem attached or appropriate substitution. Thoroughly wash lids and jars, leaving them upside down on a clean towel while preparing the pickles. Wash cucumbers; cut in half then slice in ¼ inch (6.5mm) lengths. In a saucepan combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, garlic and cayenne. Bring to a boil; simmer about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, line the bottom of the jars with half the
dill blossoms and arrange cucumber slices standing up inside the jar and pack firmly. Arrange remaining dill blossoms on top. Make sure cucumber slices have been cut to fit the jar leaving ½ inch (1.2 cm) headspace. Cover prepared vegetables in jars with the t-towel. Bring the brine solution to the boil; boil about 5 minutes to develop the flavour. Remove towel and pour enough liquid over the vegetables to cover leaving ½ inch (1.2 cm) headspace. (There should be enough brine for 2 jars of pickles.) Put lid and screw band on, screwing to tighten. Cool on rack. Once cool, refrigerate 2-3 days before serving. Makes 2 (1 pint) jars.
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Astral Grow provides a personal and special experience for gardeners By Sienna Park
IN THE midst of the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown, garden centres were among the only shops open. Gardening is one of the few industries that has thrived amidst the economic turmoil caused by the global pandemic. In 2020, many people (myself included) around the world started gardening. It provided a much-needed mental health outlet as people found joy in being outdoors, and were able to engage in a little human interaction at garden centres. The gardening industry is a multibillion-dollar business. When you walk into large corporate retail stores, the selection is often driven by very large contracts between the suppliers and retail giants, marketing, and brand names, rather than simply the best quality products. In many of these large, corporate garden centres,
PHOTO: SIENNA PARK
From left-to-right, the team at Astral Grow are Kirinjit Kaur, Lisa Roberts, Alastair Roberts, Evan Kendal and Dante the dog. the majority of the employees have no gardening experience. Last year I stumbled across a family-run indoor/ outdoor garden store on Gerrard Street East (just west of Woodfield Road) that provided me with a very different experience. Upon entering Astral
Grow I was first greeted by the handsome Dante, the store dog, a Border CollieLabrador mix. Although not officially on payroll, I have been advised he receives his share of quality treats. Evan Kendal, the owner, and his siblings, Alastair and Liza, round out the Astral Grow team.
All of them are passionate growers themselves. The store has a gorgeous earthy smell that any gardener would love to bottle. I love perusing the shelves for quality products from small independent companies (frequently Canadian) that are usually not available at larger retailers. Every time I go there, I learn something new. Evan, Alastair, and Liza thoughtfully recommend a selection of products for me. In an industry that is focused on mass sales, Astral Grow provides a curated service experience that is exceedingly rare at brick-andmortar stores. Evan Kendal opened Astral Grow in January 2019 in anticipation of the legalization of cannabis. He saw a lack of hydroponic stores in the Beach community, where he grew up and still lives, and wanted to make indoor growing more accessible.
The business eventually morphed into an indoor/ outdoor garden store in response to customer feedback. Shopping local is important for a multitude of reasons including supporting the local economy and residents, and reducing your carbon footprint. By buying local you are contributing to a rich and diverse local culture. Evan selects his products based on customer feedback in contrast to large retailers that have buyers who do not interact with customers. As he stated, “I like to support smaller companies in a similar situation to me and find that it helps both of us since they give us more time and assistance than big companies do.” In response to the query about how he competes with large corporations he replied, “You can’t ignore Amazon, it’s not sustainable to just expect your business
to live off the support local initiatives. You need to offer competitive pricing. There is a misconception that because we are a specialty shop that we have higher pricing. We offer competitive pricing, curated product selection, and solution-focused service.” Astral Grow has grown steadily throughout the pandemic and has had to relocate twice to a larger unit. Future plans include workshop offerings and to eventually open a second location in Ontario. In this uncertain economic climate, it seemed online ordering would become the dominant purchase mode for consumers, so it is refreshing and hopeful to see a family run brick-and-mortar store like Astral Grow thriving like its namesake suggests. For more information on Astral Grow, you can visit their website at www.astralgrow.com
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East Yorker Kelly pens Sprog: A Novel of Bomber Command By Alexandros Varoutas
EAST YORKER Malcolm Kelly has just published his first work of military fiction called Sprog: A Novel of Bomber Command. The book revolves around the young men who come from around the world to train in the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. The BCATP was a joint effort between Canada, Great Britain, New Zealand and Australia to train the pilots that would fight in the skies over Europe. More specifically, however, the story focuses on the humanity behind these young men and their transition from the innocence of adolescence to the bleak reality of warfare. “It’s about their music and their films and their pop culture. It’s about who they were as people. It’s about how goofy they were, just like any other people,” Kelly told Beach Metro News. Kelly, who coordinates the sports journalism program at Centennial College’s East York campus, has been an avid military and aviation historian his whole life. He has been working on the
book for 15 years. Throughout that time, he has been painstakingly researching and assembling all the historical details necessary to create a story that honors the history it’s based on. Details such as how the characters would have spoken and what their pattern of speech sounded like were thoroughly researched. Even the technical aspects of the flight training process were double and triple checked through books and interviews with veterans who were there, said Kelly. Many of the details in the book were also pulled from Kelly’s own life, as well as the lives of his family. His father, a bandsman for the British Army’s Rifle Brigade, was one of the famous few survivors from the Battle of Calais. His mother lived in what he calls a “desperately poor neighbourhood” in Bristol, and narrowly survived a bombing raid with his grandmother by taking shelter under a staircase. One of the chapters from the book is about a character who grew up in East York and attended East York Col-
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Author Malcolm Kelly stands in front of East York Collegiate with his book Sprog: A Novel of Bomber Command. One of the book’s characters is an East Yorker who attended East York Collegiate. legiate, as did Kelly. Other familiar locations in the book include Cabbagetown, where another character grew up, and The Manning Depot by the Canadian National Exhibition grounds. Considered one of Cana-
Humans of the Danforth on display By Anson Wong
HENRY VANDERSPEK, in collaboration with East End Arts, has been knocking door to door taking photos of various business owners for the project, Humans of the Danforth. The initiative is a celebration of GreekTown on the Danforth business owners who have had their livelihoods impacted throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. For VanderSpek, Humans of the Danforth is a good chance to connect them more to the community. “Pretty much every business has something touching about how customers have supported them,” VanderSpek said, noting how the community has helped out local business owners during the pandemic. Visitors can examine these murals for free throughout GreekTown. The exhibit runs until Sept. 5, and will encompass streets along Danforth Av-
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enue from Hampton Avenue to Dewhurst Boulevard. The exhibit is outdoors with photos and descriptions on the windows. Images will also be displayed at Pape Library and Chester Station. Viewers can scan a QR code on the windows for an interview with the person photographed. Making the event outdoors also helps with social distancing as viewers won’t have to crowd around indoors like in a museum. “I love the idea of using windows of stores, people are there already,” VanderSpek said. “They’re going to see people that they might recognize or they’re going to stop and take notice.” All digital and decal handling is done by STEPS Public Art, a project specializing in creating art in urban settings. Viewers can access these interviews through the STEPS Public Art app available on android and IOS. “All the business owners
For these young men, waiting for their government to get involved in the fight against Hitler’s Germany wasn’t an option. “There were so many Texans that one training unit liked to refer to themselves
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da’s greatest contributions to the war effort, the BCATP trained 130,000 air crew. Among them were more than 8,000 Americans who signed up to fight before Pearl Harbor brough America into the war.
as the Royal Texas Airforce,” said Kelly. The training took place in Canada, for which many were grateful because, unlike in England, there were no blackouts and there was no immediate risk, at least not from German attacks. But there was still plenty of danger in the Canadian skies. Recruits would train in planes that were painted bright yellow for visibility, but with so many pilots learning to fly for the first time, many of these “yellow birds” still crashed or collided with each other during training, explained Kelly. The goal of Sprog: A Novel of Bomber Command is to realistically portray what the experience was like and how it affected an entire generation of Allied fighters, said Kelly. He added that he is now working on a second book that is expected to be released in 2023. Sprog: A Novel of Bomber Command is available for purchase locally at The Great Escape Book Store, 957 Kingston Rd. It is also available for purchase online at a number of sites including Chapters Indigo and Amazon.
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UNDERPINNING & WATERPROOFING Stonehenge Foundations 416 467 6735
www.stonehengefoundations.com Fully licensed local contractors
(r)
YOUR STUCCO Stucco • Moulding Wall Systems
HARDWOOD
FLOORING SPECIALIZING IN SANDING & STAINING
upperbeachesroofing.ca 647-358-2342 (17)
(11.))
by Jim Ferrio
Call Jim for a free estimate (11..)
JUST DRYWALL AND TAPING Sam Capetanu
416 876-4986
(11$)
• Brick / Foundation • Concrete / Stone • Chimney & Parging
Restoration & Build www.jdbuild.ca
(11r)
MR. SKIMCOAT 416-322-2899 mrskimcoat@gmail.com
(11)
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
HEY HANDYMAN
scotstonecontracting@gmail.com
SERVICES
(11$)
15 yrs exp No job too small! Free Quotes, satisfaction guaranteed - Lic & Ins
(13r)
CANPRO MECHANICAL Air Conditioning & Heating Experts HVAC / Repair / Maintain / Install Residential / Commercial Rental programs now available
416-606-4719 www.canpromechanicalgroup.com
(11r)
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 (17) Free Estimates
THE STONE PORCH MASONRY Brick • Block • Concrete Steel • Stone www.thestoneporch.com thestoneporch@gmail.com
RUSHFORD RENOVATIONS BLOCK WORK CONCRETE CHIMNEYS WATER PROOFING DECKS + FENCES Call John at 437-233-8776
UNDERPINNING & WATERPROOFING
(11r)
MASONRY by Daniel • chimneys & foundations • parging & tuck pointing • arches, lintels & sills • door & window rough-ins • foundation waterproofing
Flat and Shingle Roofs Installation & Repairs upperbeachesroofing.ca 647-358-2342
PRO A & R RENOVATION • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Basement Renovations
416-662-4450
ar-renovation.com
HANDYMAN SERVICES
Basements, Kitchens, Bathrooms Fences, Decks, Drywall, Carpentry No job too small. Free estimates. Serving the Beaches for 15 years.
(13)
(18)
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
JASON THE MASON
(11..)
TUCKPOINTING • CHIMNEYS CONCRETE WORK WINDOW CUTOUTS WATERPROOFING REGISTERED & INSURED 416-580-4126 cell (4/22)
(11r)
Jack of all Trades
(11.)
UPPER BEACHES ROOFING
Best of Homestars
(11r)
416-278-5328
www.beachmetro.com
25 years experience removing popcorn & refinishing it with a perfectly smooth plaster ceiling.
QUALITY HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS
416 988-2589 danielmccaf@gmail.com
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!
POPCORN CEILING REMOVAL
JIM 647 405 8457 416 691 8457
Since 1998
(11$)
BEACHES HANDY WORKS
416-738-2119
SILVERBIRCH
MET# B16348
Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean. No job too small.
JDB MASONRY
Drywall, Plastering, Taping 20 yrs Experience • Excellent Job Call Mike 416-854-7024 647 833 7024 (17r) Fax 647-341-6104
416-265-6674
CJ DRYWALL & PAINTING
Call Hamid at 647-300-2462 (11r)
416-826-3918 John www.mgcunderpinning.com maximumgen@gmail.com
Met. Lic. B-16-964
Steve 416-285-0440 cell 416-605-9510
(r)
Telephone Systems
416 660 4721
Call Sergio 416 873 9936 (11)
Call C.J. 647 222 5338
“Your basement lowering specialists”
Flat and Shingle Roofs Installation & Repairs
416-833-3006
Metro lic #B531 • All Work Guaranteed • Free Estimates
Maximum General Contracting Inc.
Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984
UPPER BEACHES ROOFING
ELECTRICIAN
FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.
(11.r)
MASTER Big or small we do them all (11...)
416-690-1430 • 416-266-8953 quotes@citywideroofing.ca www.citywideroofing.ca (11$)
Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed
warren_gamey@yahoo.com (11r)
BEACHCOMBERS
(r)
ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION!
ECRA/ESA LIC#7001069
Foundation Repair/Waterproofing
647-771-0227 jeff@heyhandyman.ca www.heyhandyman.ca
For all your roofing needs In the Beaches since 1974 FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED
DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183
(r)
Painting, tiling, fencing, drywall, flooring, siding, vanities & much more.
Lic - Insured • Free Estimate
Fault Finding Knob & Tube Rewiring Service upgrades Insurance certificates
Residential/Commercial
(r)
- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work
Doug 416-871-1734 Jeff 647-686-8103
dave@beachhillpainting.com (16r)
(13.)
416-569-2181
Electricians
Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706
CALL SEAN FOR AN ESTIMATE
www.laniganscontracting.ca
ALL TYPES OF ROOFS
(11$)
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
NO MESS, NO FUSS, JUST SUPERIOR WORKMANSHIP INTERIOR • EXTERIOR FULLY INSURED, 30 YRS EXPERIENCE, BEACH RESIDENT
An honest family service in the heart of The Beaches
Don’t call them, call those roofers
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR QUALITY PAINTING; KITCHEN CABINET REFINISHING & CUSTOM PAINT; STAINING & WATERPROOFING, DECKS & FENCES
416-322-7692
LANIGAN’S
THOSE ROOFERS
MASTER ELECTRICIAN
Dave 416 694 4369
(11.r)
Roofing & Aluminum
BEACH HILL
25 years • Free estimates
(11.$)
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872
CARL 647-787-5818
Satisfaction guaranteed! Call Jeff today for free estimate. 416-910-6302 beachcombersgc.com info@beachcombersgc.com
Carpenter 30 yrs experience
PLUMBER CONTRACTOR
warren_gamey@yahoo.com (11r)
PAINTING
(11)
Roofers
Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades
416-985-8639
Kevin 647 282 8375
Doggy needs a fence? Hubby wants a deck?
(11.r)
Marc Text/Call 416-617-7205
Cable & Telephone Wiring
Fences, Decks, Porches Flooring, Windows, Doors, Trim, etc. Kitchens & Bath • Garage Restoration Serving the Beach for 15 yrs.
Cascade Plumbing GTA
INTERIOR PAINTING
newbrightpainting@gmail.com
CARPENTRY
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.
Fully licensed & insured. Lic #T94
•PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE BUILD & REPAIR •INTERIOR & EXTERIOR REPAIRS
www.webuildit.ca
Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622
All Plumbing, camera inspection, power washing, snake drain cleaning, sump pumps, drainage systems, and back water valve installations. Great affordable rates. Fully licensed.
SERVICES “No Job Too Small”
•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL
Serving Your Community Since 1971
(11r)
Chimneys, Concrete, and all masonry repairs
416-659-7003
Fence and Deck Repairs
CEJA ELECTRIC
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate Experienced Handyman Available
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.
Beach resident for 50 years. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 patrickj480@gmail.com (6/22)
WG PAINTING
INTERIOR PAINTING
(11)
NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING
ESA LIC# 7002668
Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
Fence and Deck Repairs
416-580-4290
(11)
WG PAINTING
GRASS CUTTING 647-606-0970
(r)
GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC
Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
HOWELL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
freshgreenlawncare @gmail.com
(19)
PROFESSIONAL PAINTER
647 401 7970
647 679 3282
(11..)
We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more
Dianne 416 699 5070
416-265-6674
(11)
*** Free Estimates ***
(11r)
MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik www.ontariowaterplumbing.com
(19)
by Kevin
Professional Quality Service Repairs-Renovations-Installations
Brick, Block, Stone,
WET BASEMENT ?
Carpenters
MASTER PLUMBER
416.797.6731
Steve 647-853-6420
LTD
Contact us at 416 602 2128 (11.r)
‘As Promised’ Painting
Relevelling of: -Driveways -Walkways -Patios -Retaining walls
647 679 3282 www.beachbuilds.ca
(r)
proway.painting@gmail.com
“General Outdoor Stonework” RETAINING WALL SPECIALIST Contact: JB Barton www.beachbuilds.ca
416-690-3890
Free Estimates & References Available
(r)
ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING
24 hr. - lic# P1624
PAINTING & DECORATING
416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca
Family owned & operated 26 years in business
PROWAY
LAWN CUTTING
50 years in the Beach
TOM DAY
Larry’s Painting & Repairs
CANJAM ELECTRIC
ESA/ECRA #7012267
Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537
sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca
BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
(10$)
All your electrical needs, small or large
416 691-3555
Painters
Landscape Design 647-545-5143
ECRA/ESA # 7010497
Winston 416-822-0275 647-701-0911
(r)
KIM PRICE
Frank 647-889-5537
(14)!
BEACH PLUMBING
2 Men + Truck $85/hr Call Byron at
(r)
Cell: 416-543-8254
We Don’t cut corners, we cut lines.
23
S.A.C Masonry
Trades
HANDYMAN
“Always on Time and on Budget”
Junk and Garbage removal Cottage country services
Front yard parking pads Drawings • Permits • Build 416-288-1499
Interior • Exterior Pantelis
Plumbers
Delivery Service Available
Green Apple Landscaping
Panel & sub panel upgrades Knob & tube & aluminum rewiring Free estimates LED light & pot light installations 100A & 200A service upgrades Electrical problem solving
Movers
Following COVID protocol
(r)
A Company You Can count on Quality Since 1981
LICENSED
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
Electrical Services Small & Large Installations
• Small & Big Moves; Long Distance • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country • Junk and Rubbish Removal
Award Winning Design & Build
www.greenapple.ca
Scotstone
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HELPING YOU IS WHAT WE DO.TM Residential & Commercial Services
estaterealty.ca | 416.690.5100
2301 Queen St. East | 1052 Kingston Rd | 517 Parliament St.
Dianne & Brian Chaput Sales Representatives Royal LePage Estate Realty
416.690.5100 | chaputliving.com
$749,900 Welcome to The Boardwalk! The Beach at your door. This beautiful one bedroom condo is tastefully renovated throughout & located in one of the most coveted buildings in The Beach!
SOLD OVER ASKING
LTHome.ca
Dog Days are gone, time to carry on... Fall is around the corner!
Kerry Jackson Royal LePage Estate Realty, 2301 Queen St. E. Direct 416.571.2181 | Office 416.690.5100 Kerryjackson@gmail.com
SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO NOW? If you are debating downsizing your home, now might be the best time to do it. If you have equity in your current home, you might be primed to save money on a smaller space enabling you to live the life you want today.
Have you been thinking of making a move, purchasing your first home or investment, or looking to make a lifestyle change? With over 25 years of real estate experience, our expertise will guide you along the way. Give us a call to talk about your real estate needs.
TORY BROWN TEAM
It's a discussion worth having.
HELPING YOU IS WHAT WE DO.TM JessBrown
SALES
REPRESENTATIVE
Residential & Commercial Services JessBrown@royallepage.ca 416.690.5100
TORYBROWN.CA
ToryBrown BROKER
ToryBrown@royallepage.ca 416.690.5100 TORYBROWN.CA
Not intended to solicit anyone already under agency contract.
2301 Queen St. East | 1052 Kingston Rd | 517 Parliament St.
estaterealty.ca | 416.690.5100
“We were feeling a little lost and overwhelmed, looking to relocate to The Beaches, until a mutual friend introduced us to Alix. Suddenly, it was a whole new experience. Though a total stranger, she put us at ease and effortlessly (at least from our perspective!) got to work understanding our unique needs and digging up gems in a hot market environment. The process of house hunting is as much art as science, and add the complexity of a husband and wife with often different tastes, and Alix had her work cut out for her. But her energy, people-focused approach and hard work at any hour of the day, turned what could have been a daunting task into our dream home. Alix's knowledge, acumen and relationships in the community covered every aspect that we needed and we could not have been more pleased with the entire experience!"
DO.TM 416.690.5100
G & S Connor
Alix Johnston SALES REPRESENTATIVE
416-315-8289 416-690-5100 ALIXJOHNSTON.CA
G R I E V E S I G N AT U R E L A B E L
KEN GRIEVE & KELSEY GRIEVE Royal LePage Estate Realty Sales Representatives
(416) 587-7522 grievesignature.com
EXCLUSIVE in The Hunt Club
This 2 storey, 3 bedroom, detached home with a private drive, garage, and spacious backyard is an excellent opportunity to get into this sought-after neighborhood. Connect with us for more details.