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TDSB trustee candidates talk platform By Nina Rafeek
ON OCTOBER 22, voters of Beaches—East York will be marking an “X” beside the name of who they hope to be their new school board trustees. With election day around the corner, trustee
candidates will be making the final push to convince voters why they should be chosen to represent the needs of parents and children in Ward 16 of the Toronto District School Board (TDSB). Continued on Page 2
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Ward 14 candidates debate transit, housing and term limits
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A seat at the table The Toronto—Danforth (New Ward 14) Council Candidates’ Debate included (from left to right): Lanrick Bennett Jr., Chris Budo, Dixon Chan, Marisol D’Andrea, incumbents Paula Fletcher and Mary Fragedakis, Ryan Lindsay and Chris Marinakis. Not shown, candidate Alexander Peña, who was escorted out after storming in. By Doha Hanno
ALEXANDER PEÑA surprised everyone when he stormed in demanding a chair at the Toronto–Danforth Council Candidates’ (New Ward 14) Debate on October 3 at the Centennial College Story Arts Centre during Chris Marinakis’ opening statement. Security quickly escorted him out. He returned in time for the closing statements and was given a chair but decided to stand while expressing his concerns in a fiery two-minute speech. “Sorry I couldn’t be here because I wasn’t invited,” candi-
date Peña said. “My main focus is to regulate rental apartments. It is not possible for anything built before 1980 to cost more than $950!” “I’d also like people to get more involved in their communities. Walking around, you see that people don’t even talk to their neighbours so much. I think there’s less of a chance of crime when we have a strong community,” Peña told Beach Metro News after the debate. Community Activities Coordinator and Professor of Journalism at Centennial College, Mary Vallis, organized the event.
She said she tried reaching Peña but couldn’t find any of his contact information. With the attendance of nine of the Ward 14 candidates, the debate was a significant milestone in the development of the Toronto–Danforth community. Informative, controversial and heated at times, the event included a debate between city council candidates and general inquiries, comments and questions from the public. “I want to reflect on what this is really about. This is about local democracy. We’re down to 25 wards. For the City of Toronto,
this is really our time to find out what the candidates want, what they have to offer and it is your turn to hear that,” said Nate Horowitz, Dean of the Story Arts Centre. People sent in questions prior to the debate. Crime, gun violence, transportation, cycling, community involvement and affordable housing were the main topics covered.
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Michelle has a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences and a career in neuroscience research, teaching and consulting. Over the last decade, she has dedicated her time to local schools, community agencies, equity initiatives, and to the TDSB itself to support education. Aarts is running for trustee so she can be the strong independent voice the school system
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Brandy Huff wants to be the voice she needed when she was a student. Armed with professional work experience with the municipal and provincial government, and a master’s degree in business administration, Huff is prepared to navigate bureaucracy in the board. She is also committed to listening to the concerns of parents and children and representing the community’s voice to influence positive change. TOP PRIORITIES: Huff’s platform is geared towards allocating more resources to students through afterschool child care programs, reduction of classroom sizes and advocacy for a sex-ed curriculum that includes consent, cyber safety and LGBTQ inclusive material. Huff said she will advocate for safer and stronger schools by fighting for more infrastructure funding to
repair the ward’s “crumbling schools.” She will also prioritize Ward 16 in the city’s Vision Zero initiative to improve school zone safety. About the new Premier Doug Ford provincial government, Huff said, “Like him or hate him, we are stuck with him for four years; to address the community’s concerns, the TDSB will need to work with, advocate and fight to see change.” Kuga Kasilingam As a member and treasurer of the Cluster Parent Academy Committees (CPAC), Kula Kasilingam has gained a deep understanding of school board’s administration system. He aims to fill the need for trustees who can balance the budget and allocate funds to repair the structural damage to public schools in the ward. Continued on next page
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“I feel I could use my expertise in financial management and accounting as well as administrative law to tackle these issues and be a good negotiator and bargainer at the board level on behalf of our ward and to be a good representative for our community,” he said. TOP PRIORITIES: Kasilingam said that teacher absenteeism and last minute substitutions of supply teachers need to be addressed. He plans to hire more qualified teachers and implement a school transfer policy within the board. He will also work to mitigate overcrowded classrooms, especially at the kindergarten level. His platform, overall, revolves around student achievement, well-being and equity. “I am committed to creating more inclusive and equitable school system,” he said. Phil Pothen
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chair, Pothen said that he possesses the skillset needed to meet the challenges of the new political environment in the board. “For the next few years, the official lines of communication and persuasion (e.g. statutory consultative bodies and processes) aren’t going to be effective. Every inch of progress we make (or hold) will have to be ripped from the resisting hands of the provincial government through a combination of litigation, political pressure — and unflinching, sometimes unconventional uses of the board’s own authority,” he wrote. TOP PRIORITIES: Pothen asserted that he will resist the inevitable push for cutbacks and policy intervention from the “farright provincial government” because it will throw the ward’s most vulnerable students, families and schools “under the bus.” For example, he will fight against the watering down of programs such as the Model Schools for Inner Cities program and the Intensive Support Programs (ISPs), which are designed to level the playing field for kids already at a systemic disadvantage. He also said that he will work for stronger partnerships between the TDSB and Toronto City Council.
Phil Pothen is running for trustee because he has two small children who will be in Beaches—East York TDSB schools for at least a dozen more years. As a lawyer, community organizer, and former policy
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A piece to reflect on from our archives as we get ready to go to the polls — Mary-Margaret McMahon’s first column with the Beach Metro News. It appeared in our November 16, 2010 edition shortly after she was elected as city councillor for our community, known as Ward 32 at the time, just before she started her first term.
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Councillors need to focus on protection and care of seniors AS A resident of the Beach Lions Centennial Apartments (now a Toronto Community Housing seniors building), I hope that municipal candidates will be elected who will care about and protect seniors: 1) The wait for seniors to get into a subsidized apartment is now 10 years or more. Those paying market rent on a fixed income develop malnutrition and substantial debt. 2) There is also a lack of nursing home spaces for those needing more care. We have had seven kitchen fires here because of persons who do not know they are cooking. 3) There is a long waiting list for group homes for psychiatric patients who need
supervision to take their medication. These persons are being put in with other seniors who should not have to endure all-night noise, indecent exposures, fear for safety, harassment etc. 4) The City Auditor needs to be brought in to investigate unnecessary repairs and possible kickbacks. For example, in 2016 they were going to replace all of our nice, new kitchen and bathroom cabinets which were just installed in 2009. 5) The high death rate needs to be investigated. In the eight and a half years that I have lived here, 17 of my neighbours have died out of 43 apartments. There have also been fatal fires in the seniors buildings, such as the one at 145 Strathmore Boulevard in East York. 6) The budget needs to be re-organized because when the housing and service needs of seniors are not provided, this causes a terrible strain on the emergency resources such as police, fire and ambulance and emergency room staff - all of whom do a wonderful job, but should not have to do other people’s jobs as well. L. Houston
Candidates, tell us your mayoral choice THANK YOU Beach Metro News and the Balmy Beach Residents Association for organizing [the September 24] Ward 19 candidates meeting. [The October 2] issue of BMN had a good account of the event and a fair summary of each candidate’s platform. Each candidate espoused transparency and accountability in their opening remarks. During the last council term, endless hours and dollars were wasted on debating and redebating many issues. For example, the Scarborough subway was approved early in the term, but it was debated another six times and, of course, approved each time. This is the sort of dysfunctional log jam that people hate because it wastes money and time on an issue that’s already been decided. All indications show that John Tory will be re-elected handily. If our next councillor is on his team, philosophically it will go a long way to improving the efficiency of the new smaller council. I’m not suggesting each councillor should
act sheepish and support everything Tory proposes, but if we want progress the endless partisan disruptions have to stop. The first question asked last week was whom each candidate supported for mayor. Only three candidates committed to an answer. Two candidates (B. MacDonald and J. Makuch) said they supported Tory and one (D. Del Grande) said he supported Keesmat. To the other nine candidates at the debate I say shame on you. You espouse transparency but refuse to be transparent about your support. Your hypocrisy is astounding and disappointing. It’s especially disappointing that the three perceived front-runners, Brad Bradford, Diane Dyson and Matthew Kellway, each refused to answer. Granted, if one of you is fortunate to be elected you’ll have to work with whoever is mayor, but if you solicit our trust, and promise transparency, it should not prevent you from declaring upfront whose mayoral policies you support. An informed electorate will produce the fairest election results. Charles Braive Ward 19
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Amjed Kadhim-Saleh, known as A.J. to his friends and family, knew he was going to be a doctor from an early age. Along with his wife and business partner Mary Aglipay (left), the 30-year-old doctor set his sights on opening a family practice in Kingston Road Village and now his vision is a reality with the opening of Vivo Family Medicine on Kingston Road, just west of Scarborough Road. design elements, a large reception area, six examination rooms and even an in-house pharmacy for the convenience of their patients. Combined with the latest medical software and A.J’s pride and joy, a custom-built doctor’s station, the clinic has the ability to serve a high capacity of patients, including walk-ins, while reducing waiting times and providing a full range of programs including those with a focus on preventative care and mental health. While Mary won’t be working on site at the clinic, as she will be continuing her current job as a researcher in epidemiology, both her and her husband were very specific when it came to choosing a location. While they had looked at a number of neighbourhoods in the city, there was
something about the Upper Beach location that felt just right. “We immediately felt comfortable here,” said Mary. “And realized this was exactly the kind of neighbourhood we wanted to be a part of with its large population of young families who we can grow with and serve over the long term.” And, judging from the buzz in the neighbourhood that started as soon as the signs went up at the former storefront, there seems to be a definite need for a new family clinic in the area. “It’s been a long journey, a huge learning experience and a lot of work,” said A.J. “But to see everything finally coming together is so exciting and we can’t wait to open our doors in September.” Vivo Family Medicine is now open and is currently
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Community Calendar OCT. 16: Ward 19 All Candidate Meeting at Hope United Church, 2550 Danforth Ave., 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Danforth Village Community Association (DVCA) and Hope United Church. Moderated by Brian Stevens. All registered candidates have been invited to participate. OCT. 18: Beach Photo Club at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7-9:30 p.m. Topic: “Ritual: The Making of a Book” with Vincenzo Pietropaolo. Club meets first and third Thursday of every month (September to May). Info: www.beachphotoclub.com, beachphotoclub@gmail.com OCT. 18-20: Scarborough Players present Noises Off at Scarborough Village Theatre, 3600 Kingston Rd. (at Markham Rd.), 8 p.m. (Oct. 7, 14, and 20 at 2 p.m.). This slapstick comedy opens the Scarborough Players’ 60th season. Tickets $24, seniors/students $19. Box office: 416-2679292. Info: www.theatrescarborough.com OCT. 20: Community Bake Sale and Silent Auction to honour the life of Kyle Howard-Muthulingam at the Beaches Recreation Centre, 6 Williamson Rd., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Kyle tragically lost his life on August 10 saving a mother and son from drowning at Woodbine Beach. Info: 416-392-0740, Gaby 416-371-1756 OCT. 20: The Music and Vegetables Experience at Faith Community Presbyterian Church, 140 Dawes Rd., dinner 7 p.m., concert 8 p.m. Limited seating. Info: Music Director, James Levac 416-889-8100 OCT. 20: Welbanks 7th Annual Great Pumpkin Giveaway at Kew Beach Public School, 101 Kippendavie Ave., 1-4 p.m. Hot chocolate, face painting, balloon artist, bouncy castle, and 250 free pumpkins. Monetary or non-perishable food donations to food bank gratefully accepted. Enter our pumpkin carving contest for your chance to win a prize! Submissions can be sent to teja@welbanks.com OCT. 20: Rummage/Garage Sale at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd., 9-11:30 a.m. Bargains & treasures galore! Clothing, shoes, jackets, purses, belts, etc. Linens, towels, housewares, small appliances, home decor, toys, cutlery, tools, sporting goods and more. OCT. 20: East Toronto Children’s Expo at 2181 Queen St. E. (within Avalon Montessori), 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy a free family activity day with live musicians, brain training games, raffle PRIZES, robotics, math games, story time and games in French, martial arts class, button making, play school play centre and workshops for parents. Info: octoberexpo@gmail.com OCT. 21: Octoberfest at Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 11 (club room), 9 Dawes Rd., 2-6 p.m. Entertainment. Have a stein or two with friends. OCT 21, 28: I Wanna Sing! a community singing club for older adults (50+), Sundays, 2:30-3:45 p.m. in the Pape/Gerrard area. We sing early rock’n’roll, blues, folk, musical theatre. Why not make this your winter project! Learn new skills! Make new friends! Info: Carolyn iwannasingtogether@gmail.com. OCT 22: Circle Dance at Kimbourne Park United Church, 200 Wolverleigh Blvd. (1/2 block east of Coxwell, 2 blocks north of Danforth), 7:30 p.m. We dance simple folk dance steps to a wide range of world music. Everyone is welcome. Each dance is taught. Suggested contribution of $5 or what you can offer. Info: ejoan.warren@gmail.com, 647-380-5666 OCT. 22: Osteoporosis Support & Information Group at Scarborough Village Recreation Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd. (at Markham Rd.), 10 a.m.-noon. Lisa Ireland from Loblaw’s Customer Service will explain food labels for healthy eating. OCT. 23: Jam Nite at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7:30 p.m. Join in a free & fun jam session. Bring your voice, your instrument, a song to share and your enthusiasm to make music together. Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com. OCT. 25: Free Seniors’ Movie – “The Bookshop” starring Emily Mortimer
and Bill Nighy, at The Fox Theatre, 2236 Queen St. E. Doors open 10 a.m., movie starts at 10:30 a.m. Presented by ReMax Hallmark – Share & Shep Sheppard. OCT. 26: Blood Donor Clinic at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave. 1:30-7:30 p.m. OCT. 27: Historical Walk with Gene Domagala, 1 p.m. Meet at St. John’s Norway Cemetery, at the northwest corner of Woodbine and Kingston Roads. OCT. 27: Community Bingo at Beach Arms Retirement Residence, 505 Kingston Rd., 1:15 p.m. Light refreshments, snacks. $1.50 per card. Info: Kathy 461-698-0414 OCT. 28: Glen Stewart Ravine Autumn Clean Up, 10 a.m.-noon, with the Friends of Glen Stewart Ravine. Meet at the Beech Avenue ravine entrance just south of Kingston Road. Please bring gloves, wear boots and dress to get dirty. We’ll provide the bags … and treats! Info: friendsofglenstewartravine@gmail.com OCT. 28-NOV. 4: Opening events at the new Sweet Hollows Designs fabric arts and contemplation studio, 2 Wheeler Ave., Suite 201. Improve your knitting skills while practising grounding and other life force energy techniques. Make a dog coat out of your gently used sweaters, or attend one of our low-cost wellness talks lead by Ingrid Splettstoesser. Ingrid does Reiki, Brennan healing Science, Qigong, and other modalities. Register by email to info@sweethollows.ca or phone Ingrid 647-688-9795 NOV. 3: Christmas Bazaar at St. Nicholas Church, 1512 Kingston Rd. (east of Warden), 12 noon-3 p.m. Don’t miss it! Shop for wonderful crafts, baked goods and candies, meat pies, preserves, books, jewelry, attic treasures and much more, and then enjoy a lovely lunch. Info: 416691-0449, www.stnicholasbirchcliff.com NOV. 3: Christmas Bazaar at East Toronto Salvation Army, 107 Cedarvale Ave., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tea room, baked goods, frozen foods, crafts, knitted items, white elephant table. All welcome. NOV. 3: Silent Auction, Bake Sale & Raffle at Main Street Terrace, 77 Main St., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Donations welcome. All proceeds to the Resident Christmas Fund. Info: Jane Devine 416-690-3001 ext 231 NOV. 3: Jazz & Reflection at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 4:30 p.m. Theme “Radiance” featuring Laila Bialia, internationally renowned award-winning jazz vocalist, keyboardist, composer, and host for CBC Saturday Night Jazz, accompanied by Ben Wittman on percussion. Freewill offering. Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com NOV. 3: Grant-Full Food and Fellowship Soup Kitchen at Grant A.M.E. Church, 2029 Gerrard St. E., 3-6 p.m. Grant AME Daily Bread Food Bank is every Friday, 5-8 p.m. Hot meal is also served. Info: 416-690-5169 NOV. 4: Tom Allen’s ‘The Missing Pages’ presented by Kingston Road Village Concert Series at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 1:30 p.m. A concert play about the sole Canadian to meet Beethoven. $20 eventbrite (www. missingpages.eventbrite.com), $25 at door. Info: www.kruc.ca/concerts NOV. 10: Christmas Bazaar at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Home baking, preserves, jewellery & accessories, tea room, crafts, books, Christmas decor, hostess gifts, raffles, kids fun fair and shopping mall. Info: 416-699-6091, www.kruc.ca NOV. 10: Holiday Bazaar at Fallingbrook Presbyterian Church, 31& 35 Wood Glen Rd. (at Kingston Rd), 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Art, attic treasures, baking, basket draws, jewelry, knitting latest style (scarves, socks, yoga socks, text mitts), preserves, PJs, quilts, sewing – Christmas and every day, silent auction, tea room. Info: 416-699-3084, fboffice@rogers.com NOV. 10: Bach Children’s Chorus & Bach Chamber Youth Choir present “Resonant Reflection” at St. John the Baptist, Norway Anglican Church, 470 Woodbine Ave. (at Kingston Rd.), 7:30 p.m. A benefit concert for the East End Refugee Committee featuring moving songs of remembrance and
wintry seasonal music. Charissa Bagan, Artistic Director; James Pinhorn, BCYC Conductor; Eleanor Daley, Pianist. Accessible venue, plenty of parking. Tickets $20 (students $10) available through the church office at 416-691-4560 or at the door. Info: www.stjohnsnorway.com NOV. 10: Concert of Hope at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7:30 p.m. (6:45 cash bar). Featuring the Shout Sister Choir performing blues, folk, jazz, and gospel in intricate harmony, and Abby Zotz, awardwinning singer/songwriter with touches of Sarah Harmer, Joni Mitchell and Sarah McLachlan, accompanied by Chris and Joel Saunders. Tickets $20, $10 for children 10 and under, available at Eventbrite. ca or at the door. Info: 416-691-8082 NOV. 11: Remembrance Day Luncheon at Beaches Baron Byng Royal Canadian Legion, 243 Coxwell Ave., immediately after service at Kew Gardens. Info: Legion 416465-0120, Community Centre 55 416-691-1113 NOV. 17: Christmas Bazaar & Luncheon at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Home baking, preserves, jams & jellies, crafts, knitting, sewing, collectible and new Christmas decorations, Granny’s attic, country store, silent auction, quilt raffle, cheeses, frozen dinners, encore table (“regifted” goods), luncheon from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., and more. Handicapped accessible. NOV. 17: Acoustic Harvest presents Lynn Miles at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., 8 p.m. (doors open 7:30 p.m.). Miles is one of Canada’s most accomplished singer/songwriters and multiple award winner. Tickets $25 at door, $22 in advance at www.acousticharvest.ca NOV. 17: Community Christmas Market at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fair Trade and locally produced gift items, handcrafted Christmas decor, knitted toy animals, jewelry, baked goods and tasty treats, including amazing gingerbread creations and our famous meat pies, jams and jellies, and so much more. Info: 416-691-8082 NOV. 17: “Mardi Gras” Silent Auction and FUNdraiser at Neighbourhood Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 79 Hiawatha Rd., 7 p.m. Performances by the Roberta Hunt Trio and our own Spirit Choir. Hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer will be served. Come bid on exciting items such as Spa weekends, jewelry, gift baskets, etc. Tickets at door $25. Parking lot off Ashdale. Info: 416-686-6809, www.nuuc.ca NOV. 17, 18: Craft Fair at Corpus Christi Church, 1810 Queen St. E., Saturday 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Handcrafted items, one-of-a-kind specialty items, open kitchen. Volunteers needed. For info and to rent tables: 416-418-5713 NOV. 24: Craft Sale at St. John the Baptist Norway, 470 Woodbine Ave. (at Kingston Rd.), 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Local artisans will have crafts and gifts for the home and the holidays. This is a very popular annual sale. Lunch and home baking will also be available. For inquiries regarding vending tables, please contact, Genny Stock at crafts.stjohns@gmail.com NOV. 24: Christmas Fair at Calvary Baptist Church, 72 Main St. (1 blk. N. of Kingston Rd.), 10 a.m.-2 p.m. China, crystal, jewelry, crafts, lunch room and “The largest table of homemade foods in the Beach.” NOV. 24: Holiday Bazaar at True Davidson Acres, 200 Dawes Rd., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Baked goods, tea room lunch, raffles, handmade crafts, lightly used goods for sale and so much more! All proceeds go to support the work of the volunteers and benefit the residents. Info: 416-397-0400 NOV. 24, 25: Customer Appreciation Days at Hooper’s Pharmacy & Vitamin Shop, 2136 Queen St. E. 20% off storewide. Largest selection of quality vitamins, supplements and natural products in the Beach! Stock up on basics and shop for Christmas. We Are Your Partners in Health. Info: 416-699-3747 NOV. 25 & DEC. 2: Scarborough Model Railroaders Train Show at 17 Jeavons Ave., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Two floors of HO and
N scale layouts – 1950s southern Ontario with authentic steam & diesel sound, and double-tracked mainline through mountain scenery. Adults $5, children $2, seniors $3. New members welcome! Info: www. scarborough-model-railroaders.org BEACH INTERFAITH OUTREACH LUNCH and Fellowship, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Adults in the community are invited for soup, sandwiches and fellowship. •Mondays, Oct. 15-Dec. 31 (no lunch Dec. 24) at Corpus Christi Church (16 Lockwood Rd.) •Tuesdays alternating at St. Aidan’s Anglican Church (70 Silver Birch Ave.) – Oct. 16, 30, Nov. 13, 27, Dec. 11 and at St. Nicholas Anglican Church (1512 Kingston Rd.) – Oct. 23, Nov. 6, 20, Dec. 4, 18 (no lunch Jan. 1) •Wednesdays, Oct. 10-Dec. 19 (no lunch Dec. 26) at Beach Hebrew Institute (109 Kenilworth Ave.) •Thursdays, Oct. 11-Dec. 27 at Beach United Church (140 Wineva Ave.) •Fridays, Oct. 12-Dec. 28 at Kingston Road United Church (975 Kingston Rd.) •Christmas Day Dinners Dec. 25 – St. Aidan’s 1 p.m., Calvary Baptist 3 p.m. Info: 416-691-6869 THE PSYCHIC IS IN! at Juice & Java Café, 2102 Queen St. E., third Friday and last Sunday of every month, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.-ish. Great food, great shops to walk-about. Kid-friendly. Text or vx 647-449-5920, email thepsychicinn@ gmail.com, www.thepsychicinn.com VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR NEEDED for small, resident Tuck Shop in long-term care home in East York. This position is perfect for an active senior or retiree! Time commitment is approximately four hours per week. Training provided. Info: Carly 416-397-0364 CHURCHES HOPE UNITED CHURCH, 2550 Danforth Ave. All are welcome! •Sunday Worship Service, 11 a.m. All are welcome! •Oct. 16: All Candidates Town Hall - Ward 19, 6:309:30pm •Oct. 17: Seniors Line Dancing, 1:303:30 p.m.; Messy Church, 5:30-7 p.m. Games, activities, story music and turkey supper! •Oct. 18: Free Yoga with Stacy Boorman, 10:30 a.m. •Oct. 21: Sunday Service 11 a.m.; Music on a Sunday Afternoon, 2 p.m. Xuan He & Saehae Bae – Piano Duo •Oct. 24: Seniors Line Dancing, 1:30-3:30 p.m. •Oct. 25: Free Yoga with Stacy Boorman, 10:30 a.m. •Oct. 27: Jazz Supper Club, 7 p.m. Three course meal, and some great Jazz! Vocalists Bill Maclean & Carmen LasceskiCusters with B2 Trio. $20 adults, $15 seniors/students. Info: 416-691-9682, HopeUnited.ca Info: 416-691-9682, HopeUnited.ca BEACHES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 65 Glen Manor Dr. (S of Queen) in the heart of the Beach. Worship in a familyfriendly, relaxed environment. Sunday School and Nursery available. Coffee and new friendships are Free! LGTB friendly. Sundays 10 a.m. Info: www. beacheschurch.org, 416-699-5871 Minister: The Reverend Katherine McCloskey FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Road (corner of Kingston Road and Wood Glen). Join us Sundays 10:30 a.m. for a dynamic, spiritually relevant service accompanied by excellent music. Families are always welcome and we offer a Sunday school program. Info: www.fallingbrookpresbyterian.com ST. AIDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Queen St. E. at Silver Birch Ave. •Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. (Children’s Program & Nursery at 10:30) •Wednesdays: Mid-week Service, 10:30 a.m.; Meditation, 7:30 p.m. •Thursdays: Scripture Study, 7:30 p.m. All welcome. Info: Church Office 416-691-2222, staidansinthebeach.com BEACH UNITED CHURCH, 140 Wineva Ave. All welcome! •Regular Sunday Worship Service held at 10:30 am. Nursery care & children’s activity time provided. Info: 416-691-8082, www.beachunitedchurch. com. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Two local studios for the yoga novice By Surina Nath
THERE ARE several innovative yoga studios around the Beach that welcome those of all skill levels and ages. The Pink Studio is a yoga, dance and fitness studio at Woodbine and Danforth Avenues is one of them. South African natives Natalie Borch and brother Grant Van Rensburg opened their family-owned location in February 2018 and offer a range of classes such as Vinyasastyle beginner yoga, Pilates and ballet. Natalie, who has been in the Beach for 10 years says “a lot of the idea behind the studio centres around empowerment and inclusivity. What’s important to us is to have a place that is body positive. Growing up as a dancer, the [dance] community can be very non-inclusive but we are very welcoming and LGBTQ positive, as my brother is a part of the community,” she said. “The pink may give off a women-only vibe but men are definitely welcome as well,” she said. The studio also has a boutique with apparel that goes up to XXL, and it’s from a Canadian wholesaler. The Pink Studio is for beginners, especially its yoga classes where it may be intimidating to dive in—these are warm, paced classes for people who want to try yoga for the first time and are hesitant. You can visit drop-in classes for $15 or buy a membership to join eight classes for $84 a month. Liz McGregor is another local business owner, having just celebrated her second year of operating Pur Yoga studio on Queen Street East between Hammersmith and Wineva Avenues. The name ‘Pur Yoga’ conveys McGregor traditional approach to yoga, so the classes do not tend to focus on power
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at the same level with a range of age groups.” They are sold out for both sessions this fall. The boy’s cross-training class, which involves both mindfulness and yoga, is also sold out. She is happy the class is successful; her son Graeme also participates with his friends from hockey. Pur’s teachers are hugely experienced, well loved, and respected in the community — as Liz says, “you can’t beat the Beaches.” Both studios have attentive beginner programs for those in the community who are interested in building their confidence towards a balanced yoga education. This fall is the perfect season to change up your routine and try something new to nourish your soul.
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WE ARE less than a week away from municipal election day in Toronto, happening October 22. The Beach Metro News staff, including our student reporters from the Centennial College Journalism program, have been busy covering news and events in several of our newspaper’s catchment areas.
The following series is our second crop of stories from our students based on their interviews with city councillor candidates for new Ward 19, Beaches–East York. If you missed last issue, check out beachmetro.com where you will find interviews with more Ward 19 city councillor candidates, including Valérie Maltais, Brad Bradford, Adam Smith, Paul Bura and Matthew Kellway.
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A huge believer in affordable housing and excellent childcare, Diane Dyson is currently running for Toronto City Councilor for Beaches–East York in the upcoming municipal election. When the reduced number of wards became official by Premier Doug Ford, Dyson says it made things difficult. She says because the reduction was in the middle of an election, it mostly caused confusion for the voters. “It was head-spinning,” Dyson said. “It got to the point where I had to check
the news hourly for an update. It was so confusing. I feel like it left voters to question who or what their options are. It was a loss for Torontonians. It means less diversity.” Having a successful career that includes advocating for poverty reduction, tenant rights, decent work provisions, and more, Dyson, a single mother raising a family in Toronto, believes her most dominant focus is the high cost of living in Toronto. Continued on Page 22
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David Del Grande became interested in city issues at an early age. His father is a former city councillor, so his family is no stranger to politics. Del Grande ran as a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for the Southwest Scarborough riding representing the Green Party back in the spring. Even though the party didn’t win, he is hoping to represent the Beaches– East York area at city council. Right
now his interest in politics is burning brighter than ever. Del Grande knows it’s a tough race because of the recent reduction of wards, yet he firmly believes that he has a chance to win. “I do think that I have a chance. But it has become a lot more competitive in the wards especially since the merger,” said Del Grande.
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Morley Rosenberg By Doha Hanno With a long history in municipal politics, city councillor candidate for Ward 19, Morley Rosenberg, is continuing his work in community service. “I’ve got about 35 years of public experience. I’ve dealt with a lot of these issues at the local level in Kitchener when I was a mayor and on council for 15 years and on the Ontario Municipal Board for 20 years,” Rosenberg said. “I think I can help council deal with a
lot of the problems that arise because of my experience.” Rosenberg doesn’t agree with Ford’s decision to change the size of city council. He says there are going to be communication problems between the number of people sitting in council and the constituents in the ward.“They’re going to have to probably set up four or five sub-committees in that ward,” he said.
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Although Frank Marra’s career aspiration to become a city planner changed, his goals didn’t, as he is now running for the city councillor for Ward 19. Marra dedicated over 30 years of his life to the accounting and finance fields, and now works at an architectural firm. His experience at Climans Green Liang Architects has given him an advantage in understanding the city’s development and infrastructure. “Let’s just say I’ve solidified my reputation as someone who knows something about development because I work with people who are
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basically on the ground for development,” said Marra. After realizing there is more to be done for the city, he found his way into politics. Although Marra doesn’t live in Ward 19, he admits that he still treats the issues as if it were his home. If elected, Marra wants to focus on transportation matters concerning bike lanes, intersections, and more. “Through city policy, we’ve forced an artificial divide between the users of the road, mostly cars, pedestrians and cyclists. We’ve moved away from the collaborative use of the roads — it’s either us or them, and that just doesn’t work,” he said. When it comes to connecting with
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Veronica Stephen By Dena Shah
Veronica Stephen may be running for city councillor for the first time; however, she is no stranger to the environment of working for the city. For over 10 years, Veronica has worked for the City of Toronto. Her educational background is labour relations and human resources. Her career has made it possible for her to work in three different branches of the City of Toronto. She has worked in court services, employment/social services, and parks, forestry and recreation. Stephen believes that her work experience will help her stand out from
other candidates. “Having worked in three different divisions at the City of Toronto, I am equipped to foresee what the implications of short-sighted decisions made in council will be,” she said. “I’ve witnessed cuts to our much needed programs and services for youth and seniors, pool closures, wasteful spending and areas where we can spend more efficiently.” In terms of the ward’s issues, Stephen sees the rise of crime as the most pressing. She wants to bring back community policing as a way to try to reduce crime, and build a better relationship between the community and the police. “Statistics show that visible min-
orities and vulnerable groups are more likely to have a negative interaction with police than other groups. Continued on Page 23
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Josh Makuch By Chelsie Ortiz Luis
Election day for Toronto is arriving soon, and Josh Makuch, city councillor candidate for Beaches–East York, is ready for action. When Premier Doug Ford unexpectedly cut down the number of wards to 25, Makuch says it was an incorrect decision. By making this reduction right in the middle of an election, Makuch believes Toronto had no fair say in the situation. “I think the process by which the premier did that was very wrong,” said Makuch. “It doesn’t account for the fact that Toronto deserves a say in how many wards it has. As of right
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now, I don’t see how reducing a number is going to make the government more efficient.” As a former platoon commander in Afghanistan, Makuch believes his experience in the Canadian Armed Forces has given him strong leadership abilities for the upcoming election. Being brought into a tough and difficult terrain such as Afghanistan, he says being a leader was life or death for everyone. “Being a young person who was commissioned as an officer in the military, it is a huge crash course in leadership,” said Makuch. “I was only 24 years old and I was in charge of 40 soldiers. I don’t think there’s any place in the world that teaches you leadership in that
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THIS YEAR marks the 10th anniversary of the Fear Factory at the Beaches Recreation Centre. Over the past 10 years, this free Halloween event has hosted over 4,000 people who dared to be scared, and over 1,000 people have chickened out. Close to 6,000 pounds of food has been collected for different food banks, and thanks
to the many volunteers make, this event is a massive success every year. Due to the scary nature of the content organizers strongly advise that attendees are over the age of eight. The event takes place on: Friday, October 26, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, October 27, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, October 28, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. The event is free, you just need to bring a non-perishable food donation.
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Hello residents of Ward 19, No one could have expected doubling the size of our wards in the middle of an election. I want all residents to know that just because I didn’t make it to your door does not mean I don’t care. As councillor I will represent all residents equally, and there’s one promise I can make:
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THE GLEN Rhodes United Church Food Bank at Coxwell and Gerrard Avenues won the ‘Community Cornerstone’ award at the Daily Bread Best-in-Class Awards last month. The award recognizes individuals and organizations who demonstrate an extraordinary com-
mitment to alleviating hunger and poverty in Toronto through raising awareness, corporate social responsibility, fundraising and charitable giving. Shown in the photo above are some of the volunteers from the food bank who shared in the honour. Food security is an important aspect of the ministry at Glen Rhodes United
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Church, which is part of the East End United Regional Ministry and includes Eastminster and Cosburn Churches. The food bank opened in the mid-1980s and is open on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 11:30 and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. For information about volunteering, contact Clarisse Tatro at Clarisse@TekSavvy.com.
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Decorate for fall with foraged florals and finds Christine Roberts,
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all is officially here and it is one of my favourite times of the year. I love the crisp, clear days, sweater and boot weather and decorating with fall colours and props. Since most of the gardens don’t have a lot of colour in them right now, I usually want to add some to front porches or entry ways. Use pumpkins and various other squash and fall mums in planters mixed with ivy. Vintage wood crates or galvanized sap buckets are perfect accessories. Anything rustic and textured will work. These are all great ways to dress up your house outside – but what about inside? Even though Thanksgiving is over, there’s no reason not to set a lovely fall table. There is a really big trend right now in weddings and event decor towards more casual “foraging” florals. This just means picking fresh items that are local and in season and making those part of your arrangements. You can create the same look at home on your own fall table. Using items from your garden, or in the wild, and using those as your base for your centrepieces. Queen Anne’s Lace, ivy, wild vines, branches and hydrangea are perfect to pick right now while they are still looking fresh. Instead of formal centrepieces, lay the ivy and/or vines along the centre of the table and add in a few small vessels with flowers in them. It’s a more informal look, using only a few blossoms, scattered throughout, instead of a larger arrangement. When looking at vessels/vases, go outside the box and use things you may already have around the house or hit a flea market or thrift shop for some cool finds. A vintage gravy boat can beautifully hold flowers, and silver trays and dishes can be the base for your ivy and vines. A collection of vintage
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vases look great placed along the table with small buds in them — repetition of shapes, colours or materials is always a great way to keep the look chic. Using vintage fabrics or more natural materials as tablecloths is also great. Vintage white linen never goes out of style. Stock up on this every time you see it at markets and vintage shops. Burlap runners look great for a fall tablescape, and can be repurposed to wrap your
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shrubs when the weather turns colder. Just like when the weather gets colder and we put on layers, do the same for your table! Salvaged or rustic wood planks can be sanded and oiled and used over and over on the table. They are great to put hot dishes on while adding character and texture to the look. Be sure to add lots of candles in different sizes — tealights and pillar candles in old jars or set on old dishes add a nice, soft glow. You don’t need to spend a lot or even buy new to create a really warm and beautiful look on your table. Eclectic and unusual items will make it unique and interesting. Happy decorating!
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The Leafs ‘Face-Off ’ for a new season Bernie Fletcher
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as there ever been a more anticipated hockey season for long-suffering Leaf fans? Dare we dream? It’s been over half a century since Toronto last held a Stanley Cup parade. Who remembers Bobby Baun scoring with a broken leg? I have fond memories of those long ago Saturday nights, the last strains of the Hockey Night in Canada theme music playing as I tumbled half-asleep into bed. There’s a new hotshot player in town to lead the Leafs back from the wilderness. Auston Matthews? John Tavares? No, it’s Billy Duke, played by Art Hingle, and the year is 1971 and Face-Off is the first Canadian film to have a million dollar budget. The 1960s were a time of protest, flower children and folk music in Yorkville. Neil Young was playing clubs like the Riverboat and Joni Mitchell’s man was “betting on the Maple Leafs.” Why not? The Leafs won four Stanley Cups, but now their glory days were fading. The late, great Johnny Bower
retired in 1970, but George Armstrong and Dave Keon carried the torch. Johnny F. Bassett had an idea for a movie, a Romeoand-Juliet type of love story set in the very different worlds of hockey and music. A rookie from the sticks comes to the big, bad city and falls for a troubled singer (Trudy Young). The whole Leaf team and NHL legends like Bobby Orr would be part of the filming. There was only one problem for the lead actor Art Hindle. As he later recalled, “I think I was the only Canadian kid of my era who didn’t play hockey and who couldn’t skate.” When Hindle was young his father brought him to a rink, but his feet froze so they took up sailing at Ashbridge’s Bay Yacht Club instead. Hindle was lucky that the Face-Off hockey scenes were filmed last. After two months of practice he could skate well enough that Paul Henderson asked how he “got so good” in that short time. Leaf Jim McKenny was Hindle’s stand-in during action scenes. Hindle has said he got the role because he looked like McKenny. Art Hindle grew up in
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the Beach Hill area on Eastwood Road and later on Courcelette Avenue. Hindle was a free-spirited teen who spent a lot of time hitchhiking across North America. He attended Riverdale C.I. and Malvern C.I., but left after Grade 11. He was a father at 19 and became a successful stockbroker, but wasn’t happy. He did some modelling, but really wanted to be an actor like his uncle. Face-Off was only his second film. In 1974 Hindle left for Hollywood where his many credits include Invasion of the Body Snatchers and the TV series Dallas. He was back in Canada for Black Christmas (with scenes at Centre 55), Porky’s and the TV series E.N.G. for which he won a Gemini Award. These days Art Hindle lives on a horse farm in King Township, still busy with his long career as well as advocating for the film industry and arts funding while working with the actors’ union, ACTRA. Face-Off was labelled the Canuck version of Love Story, a hit film and book about a hockey player and a doomed love. Hindle calls the film “a perfect time
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Beaches Family Law and MEDIATION Linda Bronicheski, J.D.
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Pet of the Month
Princess the cat needs a home ASAP Marna Gale
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My name is Princess. I may not have a brightly coloured coat but there’s nothing more classic than black! And I may be a few hairballs older than a kitten, but I still have my moments of madness and mischief! Most importantly, I’m not too old for love! I can prove it if you let me. I’m a phenomenal kisser and an even better face rubber! So to sum it up, I’m a princess named Princess overflowing with purr-sonality and custom kisses, patiently waiting to fall in love again! Could you be the object of my future affections? I’m well worth the drive to Port Hope!” It’s been two years since I stumbled across Tails Up Pet Food in beautiful Port Hope where I met the pet shop’s fifteenth shelter cat up for adoption. Angel was a kitten who took her position as store security quite seriously. I won’t soon forget how thorough she was inspecting my shopping bag that day. It didn’t matter that she wasn’t really an employee. Store owners, Dennis and Amy, couldn’t deny her the title, at least until Angel’s adoption day. I’m sure she’s still doing a fine job conducting random searches of her people’s personal belongings. You can’t take the rent-a-cop out of the cat! Dennis and Amy have lost count of how many cats they’ve happily re-homed for their local animal shelter since opening their store three years ago, but it’s over 40. Clearly, the program is a huge success. The couple takes one cat at a time which gives each adoption hopeful the opportunity to shine brightly for every customer who walks through the door. Nevertheless, a recent addition to their family has
been appointed Therapy Kitty for the shelter cats and he’s doing wonders as their personal in-store agent. The 12-week-old, black-andwhite kitten, who they aptly named Tails, showed up at their door one day and never left.They can’t help but think he was heaven-sent, despite his devilish ways. Tails possesses remarkable marketing skills if you can overlook the chaos that follows his every move. He’s just annoying enough to get the shy ones out of their hiding places, if only to take a paw-swipe at him in protest. Tails will do whatever it takes to get his latest client out of the shadows and into the spotlight. Admittedly, he’s got his work cut out for him with Princess. Aside from a black cat named Jewel who stayed six weeks before finding a forever home given her untimely arrival close to Halloween, Princess is taking the longest to match. It’s been two months since she arrived from the shelter. Back then, she was badly matted with a terrible case of dander likely originating from a flea infestation. Despite the discovery of a microchip, she was never reunited with an owner. Sadly, the chip led to a vacant rental property so the consensus is she was abandoned. “She’s got everything going against her,” said Dennis. “Most people prefer the colourful cats such as Calicos, Tabbies and Tortoiseshells. She’s also long-haired and people worry about excessive shedding but with good grooming and nutrition, long hair doesn’t have to be a negative. But she’s also an older cat.” As a lover of senior pets, I’ll never understand that being a bad thing. The older, the wiser I say! So Princess sees the pointlessness of chasing her own tail or unraveling a
ball of yarn. What’s wrong with that? Of course, she’s set in her ways. She prefers to ‘tolerate’ Mr. Therapy Kitten rather than befriend him but she’s got plenty of admirable qualities to purr about nonetheless! Given her timid personality, there’s no denying Princess is making good use of her kitty condo in the store window. Truth be told, it’s more of a three-tiered palace complete with a top floor luxury hammock thanks to Dennis and his handiwork. He likes to spoil the adoption candidates. He’s currently working on carpeting a support post in the store for their ultimate climbing pleasure. Back to those admirable qualities Princess possesses…with a little prodding from her annoying, yet highly motivational marketing agent, Princess will indeed venture from her palace when the mood strikes her. First, she’ll take a retaliatory swipe at Tails’ tail as he usually deserves it, and then she’ll stretch, purr and visit with the customers. I was especially fortunate. Not only did she emerge from her fortress, she planted herself right on my lap! I swear cats know when you’re allergic. But I held off on my sneezes so Princess could do what she pleases. This included some unexpected yet adorably gentle little love nibbles on my fingers! That’s when my heart melted. Princess is no standoffish brooding curmudgeon of a cat too old for love. She’s an affectionate black beauty that deserves a lifetime of affection in return. I don’t suspect she’d ever complain if there was a pea under her bed cushions either. From one classic Black Beauty tale to another, I hope this story ends the same — “my troubles are over, and I am finally home”
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Princess is a 10-year-old, fully vaccinated, spayed female domestic longhaired cat specializing in love nibbles & face rubs. She’s looking to love and be loved. If you’re looking for love too, please don’t hesitate to visit https://www.facebook. com/TailsUpPetFood/ for details about Princess or call Dennis and Amy at the store at 905885-4000. The adoption fee is $95 which goes directly back to the shelter to help cover costs. — from Anna Sewell’s book, Black Beauty. *Special shout-out to two wonderful sponsors of this adoption program: Blue Buffalo for providing quality food to the adoption hopefuls during their store stay, and Earth-Rated for stocking their promoters with the best environmentally friendly poop bags on the planet!
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Employment Opportunities for local, unionized, Child Care Centre. Days/shifts vary. Previous experience an asset. Resume & cover letter to hiring committee balmybeachcomday@bellnet.ca
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Books wanted: art, photography, literature, aviation, military, poetry, sports, music, Canadiana, etc. Inno Dubelaar Books, 53 Dixon Ave. 416-694-9355 or 416-878-4319 (7/19r) inno.dubelaar@gmail.com
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BLIND AMBITION Custom Window Coverings
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SCARBOROUGH DISPOSAL LTD. WASTE REMOVAL & EXCAVATION SPECIALISTS Fast, Friendly, Reliable Service MOE licensed, Fully Insured WSIB certificates avail. upon request 4-40 yrd Roll-off container service 11 yd pick-up truck service Excavation & Bobcat Service
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For light moves/deliveries, cleanups, etc. • FIREWOOD Efficient. Best rates. Call Max (20r)
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Backyard Basement Garage cleanups Rubbish Removal Small Demolitions Free Estimates
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TRUCK ALSO AVAILABLE FOR SMALL PICKUP & DELIVERY
Call Kevin 647 282 8375
Serving the Beach for 15 yrs.
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•Fast friendly service for 30 years •CESA certified (r)
KLEEN WINDOWS
Cleaning specialists •Windows •Eavestroughs •Decks •Siding (r)
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Cleaning services for Lower Beach residents Kids lunches & dog walking too A clean home is a happy home Kellie’s Cell 416 910-1232 kelliegreenis@gmail.com (15...)
I provide excellent cleaning services for residential homes and condos. Contact Martha @ Cell: 647-206-1415 Home: 416-449-0171
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A fully-qualified special education specialist is available to support elementary students. Let me help your child reach their full potential. Homework help and enrichment are also available. Please contact me at
(Grades 1-10) Certified Teacher 11 years experience tutoring students and teachers References provided Please contact 416 807 7596
Tutoring for the struggling reader/ writer. OCT, Special Education Specialist, Reading Specialist. Orton Gillingham Trained. Experienced and Local. (19)
TUTOR FOR FRENCH & FI (Beach area) by high school teacher. 14+ years experience in Public School Board, including AP French. German can be taught as well (native speaker)
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Child Care Available
LeRoux Froebel Bilingual School
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DAY CARE CONNECTION LICENSED, NON-PROFIT HOME CHILD CARE
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Bach to ROCK We teach it all!
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CHILDREN’S CENTRE
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JOY OF MUSIC Music Lessons piano, guitar, voice violin, drums and more
A licensed non-profit child care ser ving the Upper Beach for 31 years. w w w. E a s t To r o n to V i l l a g e . c o m THE BEST THERE IS! See our ad on page 7
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B I R T H TO S I X Y E A R S
THE TWO FOURS
Beaches-based band for your party or event Rock, roots, R&B, blues, country, & more Join us for our “Back By Popular Demand” Dance Party The Black Swan, 154 Danforth Ave. Sat. Oct, 20, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. thetwofours@eol.ca • 416-690-5442 https://facebook.com/thetwofours &
HELP FOR STRUGGLING READERS
Marlene 416-698-5668
Music
Piano Tuning 416-699-3772
Conveniently located in the Vic Park South Physiotherapy Clinic/Henley Gardens www.headstarttutors-ca.com headstarttutors@rogers.com 416-272-9589 Proudly serving the Beach for over twenty years. Neil Bennett B.Ed./OCT Sally Vickers B.Ed./OCT
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GENERAL HANDYMAN SERVICES
416-691-6893
A family business since 1956
416-699-8333
B&W DISPOSAL
Call Bob 416-699-5306 cell 416-459-4137
RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING
Kingston Rd/Vic Park
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READING SPECIALIST
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647-235-6690
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Expert Bookkeeping, Small business specialists, Strong on QuickBooks, Simply Accounting, “cloud computing”. A la carte services. Affordable rates. (17r) Antonella 416-464-2766
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WAYNE’S
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1232 Kingston Rd., Suite 5 Toronto, ON M1N 1P3
THE HOUSE AND APARTMENT CLEANING COMPANY
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MATH TUTOR
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SLIP-ON SLIPCOVERS
10+ years experience Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting, and Handy Work. Randall 416-450-0599 MRFIXIT@rogers.com
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• Bio-degradable, non-allergenic products used • Drying time 3-4 hours • Bonded, insured, certified Free At Home Estimates!
EXPRESS JUNK REMOVAL
HELLARRA SERVICES INC.
Repairs to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers
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416-567-3205
THE STUDY STUDIO
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CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING
416-698-9000
416-820-1527
Business & Personal Income Tax Computer Bookkeeping & Accounting
416-694-6241
CARPET, UPHOLSTERY RUG CLEANING
HEALTHY HOME
Home Decor
PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS
HOME OFFICE: Computer repair
KSTS Computer Support (VISA/MC)
ULTRA
TO SERVE AND RESPECT
416-425-8698
St. John’s Norway Cemetery
REG’S APPLIANCE
labourer/Carpenter’s
Cleaning, etc. PT/FT. Brad, own tools
Burial Plots
416-699-3535
647-527-7982
416-699-8117
helper/Painter/Mover/Landscaper/
Single items or complete estates Wanted: old silverware, china, glass, furniture, pottery, jewellery, watches, pictures, artworks, coins, curiosities etc. Call Terence: 416 466 1404 Fair market prices guaranteed! (r)
Call Mary Anne to arrange a house call.
Newly renovated, fully furnished, 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath, detached home with parking. Quiet neighbourhood. $2,200/month, all included
Employment Wanted
We buy! - We pay cash!
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Pest Control
For estimate call
Ideal for storing a car.
Harding & King
On call Casual/Supply staff
Wanted
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416 389 9234
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Drapes, Blinds, Valances Also Duvet Covers, Shams, etc.
GARAGE for Rent
Personal Care Cosmetic Botox Sclerotherapy for spider & varicose veins.
A little of everything: electrical and electronics items, plumbing supplies, coffee table & bookcase, toys, games, glass & silverware, Blue Mountain pottery, books, clothing, & more.
Buying bone china dishes, cups & saucers, silver, crystal, antiques, jewellery and more.
(Kingston Rd. & Warden Ave.)
Call 416-648-4410
(w. of Midland)
(Rain date Oct. 21)
McArthur & Son Business Centre Air conditioning, boardroom, kitchen area, copier, etc. Individual offices from $425/mth. 577-579 Kingston Rd. @ Main St.
Repairs to all major appliances, vacuums, and microwaves. Fast, friendly service. Good rates.
2358 Kingston Rd.
Oct. 20 • 9 am – noon
OFFICE SPACE
- Providing loving care to beach pets since 2003 - Flexible scheduling - Dog walking, pet sitting, in home boarding - Bonded & Insured www.beachpuppylove.com
Vienna Upholstery
222 BLANTYRE AVE.
Commercial Space for Rent
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Garage Sale
Deadline for October 30th issue is October 22nd
Volunteers
• Mint collection 20+ of old Lladro figurines. • Huge collection of old Canadian Bank notes from 1930’s to 1970’s. Contact Jim jimmiejimmie25@hotmail.com
647-448-1911
BEACH PUPPY LOVE
JIM’S APPLIANCE SERVICE
Wanted to Rent
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• PLAYROOM • CHILDCARE REGISTRY • • LIBRARY • DROP-IN BABY TIME IS TUES & THURS AT 1:30 PM WORKSHOPS EVERY 2ND THURSDAY
184 MAIN ST. across from Ted Reeve Arena
416-690-0102
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HOME DAYCARE
Loving, caring and reliable. Close to library, parks, drop-incenter, Beaches Rec Center, beach. Daily reading, stories, & crafts. Over 20 yrs experience. Excellent references.
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Pet Services
Tutoring
Garden & Tree
CAT CARE SERVICE
HELP WITH MATH & ENGLISH
BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Veterinary Technician with 20 yrs experience provides excellent care - Home visits - Boarding in my home - Experienced in giving oral, I.V. and sub-Q medications - Nail trims - References
Call Candy at 416 691-3170
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call ALBERTO 416 690 9389 for • NEW TERM CATCH-UP • • in-depth homework/test help • • essay-writing + study skills • • numeracy + literacy support •
INDIV/GRP TUITION IN YOUR HOME QUALIFIED + EXPERIENCED TEACHER, K-12 PROVEN SUCCESS - REFS AVAILABLE (20r)
-Lawn Cutting / Aeration/ Overseeding/Fertilization -Fall Property Clean-Ups -Hedge Trimming - Mulching
416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca
(15r)
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
LAWN CUTTING *(weekly, bi-weekly, & one time visits available) 416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca
(15r)
BEACHES LUXURY LANDSCAPES
Upgrade the value of your home Steps • Patios • Driveways Fences/Decks • Garden Design
647 679 3282
Scotstone
WAYNE’S
Traditional stone walls, steps, interlocking paths, patios & decks. Landscaping solutions to customize your space.
www.scotstonecontracting.com Call Scott 416.858.2452 (17)
SODDING
437-345-9858
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Mr Tree Man Professional Arborist
james@mrtreeman.ca 416 436 5821 www.mrtreeman.ca (16r)
LAWN AND GARDEN
Excellent pruning of shrubs & small trees, hedges. Lawn seeding, reel mowing, raking, weeding, divide / transplant hostas, etc, low maintenance butterfly gardens, organic soil. Raised wooden beds. Interlock repairs. Energetic & environmentally friendly! Greg 416-693-8678 www.carbontip-toe.com (16)
Gardening - Clean Up - Trimming - Seeding, planting, etc.
437-345-9858
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TREEAGE
FOR ALL YOUR TREE NEEDS Removal • Permits Trimming • Planting Stump removal • 20 yrs. exp. For free est. call Frank
647 898-8733
Landscapers
Increase the value and enjoyment of your home! www.joandegreylandscapedesign.ca 416-698-9854 (15)
“Always on Time and on Budget”
www.thegoodmoves.com Call Hakan: 416 899-3980 (20)
A.S.M. MOVERS FULL SERVICE Local & long distance. Taking care of your possessions.
416-690-1356 All Season Movers
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Painters
Larry’s Painting & Repairs 416-690-3890
sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca
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416.797.6731
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FRANZ’S PAINTING
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Green Apple Landscaping www.greenapple.ca
Call Franz 416-690-8722
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STONEHENGE LANDSCAPE • DESIGN & BUILD
416-467-6059 www.stonehengedesignbuild.com
(20r)
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
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‘As Promised’ Painting
KIM PRICE
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Landscape Design 647-545-5143
Creating Award Winning Gardens • Design and Construction •
www.kimpricelandscapedesign.com
We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more
Dianne 416 699 5070
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BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
LAWN CUTTING *(weekly, bi-weekly, & one time visits available) 416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca
PROFESSIONAL PAINTER Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs
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WRITTEN IN STONE
Driveways • Patios • Steps Retaining Walls • Planting Interlocking & Natural Stone Repair dave@writteninstonelandscapes.com
647-545-9561
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CEJA ELECTRIC Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades (r)
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MURPHY
NEW BRIGHT PAINTING NO MESS, NO FUSS, JUST SUPERIOR WORKMANSHIP, Fully Insured Member BBB • Beach Resident SEAN AT 416-985-8639
newbrightpainting@gmail.com
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ELECTRIC Knob & tube • No job too small
416-690-0173 Cell 416-529-5426
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Big or small we do them all
KEW BEACH
416 694 0906
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MASTER ELECTRICIAN ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
690-8533 Lic. #P-15099
Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706
(18r)
BEACH PLUMBING MBX ELECTRIC Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314
Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations
416 691-3555
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ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING
LTD
MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik
Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537 (r)
NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING
Beach resident for 50 years. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 patrickj480@gmail.com (7)
TOM DAY
Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622 24 hr. - lic# P1624
(19r)
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.
MASTER PLUMBER
PLUMBER CONTRACTOR
Call Marc 416-910-1235
(16r)
Bill Watson 647-283-0095 (19)
REX NORMAN CARPENTRY
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BERGERON ROOFING
Shingle & Flat Specializing in Flat Roofs All Work Guaranteed 35 yrs. experience
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CLEANING • REPAIR SOFFIT • NEW INSTALL SIDING • CUSTOM
CANADIAN CONTRACTORS
Met. Lic. B-16-964
Steve 416-285-0440
(16)
CUSTOM CARPENTRY in the Beach
SERVICES “No Job Too Small”
•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL
•PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE BUILD & REPAIR •INTERIOR & EXTERIOR REPAIRS
Marc Text/Call 416-617-7205
DECKS + FENCES DESIGN + BUILD GAZEBOS • SHEDS GARAGE • PORCHES FINE CARPENTRY
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GODFREY RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS LTD. (15)
CARPENTRY
Complete Kitchen, bathroom & basement. Interior/Exterior Painting & Carpentry. Doors, Windows, Siding, Fences, Decks, Patios •NO JOB TOO SMALL• Metro Lic. #B9948
Fences, Decks, Porches Gazebos, Sheds and Garage Restoration Serving the Beach for 15 yrs. (15)
416-264-8517
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WET BASEMENT ? Foundation Repair/Waterproofing Metro lic #B531 • All Work Guaranteed • Free Estimates
416-659-7003
Mario 416 690 1315
416-569-2181
WG PAINTING
MARTIN PETROV
INTERIOR PAINTING
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate
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“There’s childcare, community housing, and many more [issues], and it’s become so expensive to just live and get by,” she said. “You might afford a place to live, but it’s probably in a different city. People can’t afford to live in the place where they grew up anymore. Affordability in the city is very important.” Having fallen in love with Toronto, Dyson says she truly wants to help every single Torontonian live a
better life. She says a city is nothing without its residents and Toronto’s diversity is key. “Toronto’s motto is diversity,” said Dyson. “My kids are mixed raced; their dad is Chinese. What I love is that my kids are not exotic. Because there’s so much variety, they belong in their neighbourhood. Other people look like them.” Dyson said she’s running for election for the purpose of finding those people and neighbours who need help.
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In terms of the new ward’s issues, Del Grande wants to tackle transit, affordability and safety first and foremost. He wants to advocate for the construction of a relief subway line, increase the housing supply, and work closely with police to identify criminal activity in the area. Del Grande describes these issues as equally important. However, he believes affordability is becoming a growing issue for the city. “In order to have a successful city for the future, we have to be able to afford to live in it,” he said. He believes that an unaffordable city is a city that pushes its most vulnerable people away and discourages young
people from moving into the area. When it comes to the other candidates, Del Grande says that he is relieved that all the others seem to agree on the area’s issues. “I am really glad that all the candidates in the Beaches–East York area are kind of on the same page on the main issues that we have right now,” he said. Del Grande has lived in East York for the past nine years with his wife and children. He has been a board member of his local community association (DECA) and is also a community advisor at Michael Garron Hospital. On municipal election day, Del Grande is hoping to win and to take his childhood interest in politics to the next level representing Ward 19.
Continued from Page 12 “Each sub-committee will deal with local problems and the councillors will need to check in on a weekly basis with those four or five committees and see what the problems are in each area and come up with solutions.” One of Rosenberg’s main concerns is the accommodation of senior citizens. “I think there needs to be accommodations for seniors such as more housing in basement apartments, granny suites, things of that nature. The seniors can help by dealing with neighbourhood watch programs to see what’s going on in the area. They can be involved with the schools, troubled kids, the police, etcetera.” Rosenberg’s platform focuses on transportation, affordable housing, crime,
community and the environment. One of the key issues facing Ward 19 is financing. “What I’m saying is that the key issue, before you address housing and transportation and all, is to get the federal and provincial government in one room with the city in order to come up with some more money to deal with the problems the city faces only partially with the provincial and federal governments or not at all,” said Rosenberg. “I say get more money so they can start doing things without going to the feds or the province every other day and asking for more funds. That’s number one.” Rosenberg hopes that candidates will keep up their community efforts long after the election. He says there needs to be a coordinated effort in order to see change.
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Where design and decor dreams come true By Surina Nath
THE STAGING Warehouse located on Fallingbrook Road just north of Kingston Road, is run by Sharon Bowering who is also known in the community for her design company called Mutual Designs. Both companies have staged over 100 houses in this area over the last several years, and Sharon strives to create spaces where clients can come in and work together with staff on innovative ideas to update their homes. “Mutual Designs was doing so well we decided to find a retail shop where we could bring in unique, handmade, vintage items that we really love and would use in our own homes,” she said.
The Staging Warehouse has been open for 15 months and is all about inspiration and keeping clients on budget. “I really like working in tandem with the client,” she said. “We want people to sit down, relax, have a coffee with us, and find pieces that truly speak to them.” Bowering’s rate is very reasonable, and she makes sure everything in the store is affordable for her clients. New pieces from local artists are also refreshed frequently to inspire clients — you’ll find work from local artists such as Erwin Buck, Barb Brown, Ruben Zellermayer and Ron Burns. Despite her retail success, this wife, mother, and former Director of the Toronto Chamber of Commerce, can’t help but question why
there is no unified business community to provide support to those running local businesses.
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He also added that the community has reached out to him through his Facebook page, and this is where he has expanded his electoral campaign. When asked his opinion on the reduction of the number of wards, Marra admitted that he is of two minds. “I see the argument that local representation is going to be degraded some, because you’re going to be asking a council-
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We need to ensure that police are knowledgeable of the specific issues being faced by communities, thereby allowing them to make more informed policing decisions when interacting with residents,” she said. The position of Toronto city councillor has historically lacked gender and racial diversity. Despite this fact, Stephen has never felt hesitant to run as councillor. “The his-
toric makeup of council hasn’t deterred me from running. In fact, with the reduction in the number of council members, I feel it’s important now more than ever to run so that the voices of women and visible minorities are heard,” she said. Stephen currently resides in the Upper Beaches. For the upcoming Ward 19 election she is ready to make herself heard and bring new strategies to help fix relations within the city and her local ward.
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