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M A LT O N
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There is a lot to discover in Malton!
Volume 01 • Issue 03 • Winter 2015
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I N THI S I S S UE Diwali Festival
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Westwood Square
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Community Corner
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Federal Candidates
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Ward 5 update
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CIMT College
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Youth Training
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In a little house on Justine Drive a young lady celebrated a birthday. She is 100 years old. By Albert Peres
Vera Etheridge was born in 1915 in brick farm house which was located on what is now Codlin Drive in Malton. The street once formed the driveway of the house. Vera had a younger sister and brother. Both siblings have passed away. Doris lived 1919 to 2006 and Earl Codlin, her younger brother and long-time employee of Orenda, lived in Malton from 1923 to 2003. Vera’s father, Fred Codlin (1882-1959), owned the farm on which most of current day Malton is built. Fred’s father, Thomas Codlin (1838-1918), owned the farm before him. Thomas’ father, John Codlin (1800-1848), had moved in to the area after arriving in Canada and first settling in the area which is now Etobicoke. The area of what is now Mississauga, including Malton, was official purchased from the Mississauga Indians in 1818. The area, beyond the demarcation point called at the time Indian Line, now Hwy 50, then started to become settled within the concession divisions after tracts of land were parceled out to new settlers. The yet to be named area was slowly cleared and cultivated. A scattering of farm houses were built, set far back from roughed in and very soft dirt roads. The first homes were timber structures. In the early days, the settlers raised livestock, mostly cattle, horses and hay. Horses were sold as they were at the time main means of transportation. Hay was required for feed. Hogs, sheep and chicken were also raised for sale, as well as vegetables and fruits. In the early 1800’s it took a farmer four hours of hard trekking by horse and wagon to get goods to the Toronto market and more than an hour to reach the next village of Brampton. continued on page 07
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2nd ANNUAL DIWALI FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS ENTERTAINS ALL! Photos by Albert Peres
The Diwali Festival of Lights took place on a perfect, sunny Sunday with amazing performances, yummy eats, contests and prizes and fireworks! The Great Punjab Business Centre this past Sunday, October 25, 2015, was teeming with families who came out in full force to enjoy the second annual event that was presented by Lebara. The outdoor mela’s associate sponsor was Brita. After a Saturday awash with rain, attendees enjoyed the sunshine and comparatively warm weather on Sunday as top vendors from the GTA presented their wares. Musicians from Band Bajha Brass set the mood with their jazz tunes while attendees enjoyed several giveaways and goodies by presenting sponsor Lebara. “As the universal brand for the world’s migrant community, Lebara appreciates the importance of respecting diversity and celebrating cultural events. We’re proud to support the Spirit of Lights festival in Mississauga and we’d like to wish everyone a happy and prosperous Diwali,” said Mr. Yoganathan Ratheesan, Lebara Group’s Chairman and CEO. Sponsors Brita had a lively memory card game going, which saw patrons win amazing prizes like filtration systems and gorgeous Diwali diyas. The daylong celebration began on a high note with a Bollywood dance workshop by Sanskriti Arts followed by some foot-stomping performances by singers like Pratik and Shrija, Deep Jandu, Elly Mangat and crowd favourite, Parmjit Hans. “Diwali is all about spending time with loved ones. So, we wanted to create an event that did just that; from the youngest to the oldest, we wanted people from all walks of life and cultures to come out and spend the day with their family and friends; and celebrate Diwali like we do back home,” said Sanjay Agnihotri, Director, Business Development, Metroland Specialty Markets Kids were treated to special gifts at the Disney on Ice booth where one could also buy performance tickets at a discounted rate! While kids also enjoyed face painting, balloon making and bouncy castles, magicians, attendees made a beeline for some yummy treats, courtesy hospitality sponsor, Apna Taste, a division of Samosa and Sweets Factory. YouTube comedian Rupan Bal had the audience in splits with his witty oneliners as he introduced the evening entertainment-a lively Giddha dance team, renowned flautist Jeetu Prakash along with violinist, Natarajan and the martial arts team from AMA Dojo offered a variety of entertainment. Throughout the day, the event was graced by several political dignitaries, which included, MP- Mississauga-Malton, Navdeep Bains, MP-Brampton East,Raj Grewal, MP-Brampton North, Ruby Sahota,MP-Brampton Centre, Rameshwar Sangha and leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario, Patrick Brown. As a crisp evening breeze settled in, singing sensation and one of the most popular Punjabi artists, known for her powerful vocals and stage presence, Harmandeep took the stage and blew audiences away with an energetic performance. Audiences were on their feet as headliner, Raj Brar regaled them with some foot-stomping numbers. While the audience enjoyed tons of stage prizes and giveaways at the event, Balaji Manoharan, EA Lebara Group, came on stage to present the grand prize- an Apple watch to attendee, Rajinder Mangat. The grand finale was a slick performance by the youngsters of the Shiamak Davar Group (International Canada) who danced to latest Bollywood numbers like “Yeh Shaam Shandaar” and “Gallan Goodiyan” among other hits. The evening ended with a grand fireworks display, sponsored by Coca Cola that lit up the skies! As one of the biggest and most popular festivals in the South Asian community, Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil. A time to get together with the entire family, the Festival of Lights was the perfect weekend celebration!
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Westwood Square: Redevelopment Progressing As the weather turns colder and winter approaches, much of the outside construction at Westwood Square for 2015 will be completed by the end of the year. While 2015 has been extremely busy at Westwood, plans are under way for an even busier 2016! Projects that have commenced and will completed by year end will be 1) the resurfacing of the parking area behind The Beer Store 2) the completion of the facades for the mall entrances beside Popeyes and Nail Expressions 3) the completion of the storefront for Fit 4 Less and 4) the completion of the building facade for CIBC. Fieldgate will continue to upgrade several important capital items in 2016. The remainder of the parking lot in front of Freshco will be resurfaced, while the remaining old parking light standards will be replaced in 2016 with new high efficiency units. From a tenancy perspective, Westwood will see multi-dimensional changes in 2016, which will ultimately change the face of the centre forever. A new CIBC will open in spring 2016, while construction will commence on new sites for Tim Hortons and TD Bank, which should open in early summer next year. Plans are also moving forward in 2016 for the expansion and renovation of Freshco. Inside the centre, Westwood will welcome a new large medical centre in 2016, which is planned for the area once used by food court tenants. Opening in spring 2016 will be Fit 4 Less, a 13,000 square foot fitness facility, in the remaining space once occupied by Food Basics. Also, construction is planned to commence in 2016 on the relocation and renovation of Shoppers Drug Mart and LCBO in much larger premises at the centre. The Owners and management of Westwood Square would like to thank all of its shoppers and tenants for being patient this year with the ongoing construction and inconvenience. There has been tremendous positive feedback on how the centre is evolving thus far. We look forward to an even stronger 2016!
Get Festive in Malton Stephanie Scott, General Manager Malton BIA Looking for ways to get festive this season? Malton is full of great ways to prepare for and experience the holidays. We have all the retailers and services you need to make your season bright. Going to a party? Treat yourself to a new holiday outfit or spruce up your look with some fresh new nails or a new hairstyle. Malton has several salons and spas to help keep you polished for the season. Looking to connect with friends? Plan a date with a friend at one of our many great local restaurants. Whether you want to indulge in a casual coffee & sweets, a warm luncheon or a decadent dinner, Malton has great food to enjoy while you catch up. Need to pick up a gift or two? Our local retailers offer the latest in electronics, the finest fashions and the most exquisite gold jewelry from around the world. If you are still looking for ideas, take the time to explore the new stores in Westwood Square and see what inspires you. Want to get festive? Decorate the Christmas Tree at Malton Community Centre, take in the holiday concert at Trinity United or go skating with family at the Malton Arena. Of course the holidays wouldn’t be right without to visit to see the jolly old elf himself. Be sure to get your photo taken with Santa Claus at Westwood Square. Whatever you are celebrating this season, be sure to make the most of it with help from your local retailers.
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Malton resident celebrates her 100th birthday continued from front cover
The area was fertile and viable farms formed. During the 1820’s a fledgling village started along the road. Soon there were three blacksmiths shops, a general store, a harness maker, a small wood mill and other small businesses.
A small meeting hall had been built in Malton at Burlington and Studley Street. In the early 30’s it was refurbished building, was renamed the Malton Police Village Hall. Malton had been reformed into a Police Village. The village was given the some powers to create local by-laws. Fred Codlin ran and was elected to become of the first Village Trustees.
Malton Village had started to bloom when the then new Grand Trunk Railroad placed a new station in the area. A village of streets was marked out around the railroad tracks 1855 when the newly formed region, Toronto Township, subdivided part of an allotment into a field of building lots to attract farm workers to the area. Many of these small lots were unpurchased at the time. This area, north of Derry Road and east of Airport Road, is what we today call Old Malton. The village was named by one of the early residents, a blacksmith, after his father’s birth place in England.
Many organisations formed in Malton during the 1930’s, including The Horse Show Association, The Agricultural Association, and The Horticultural Society. The building became a centre for community. During WWII in 1942 when the aircraft industry rapidly started and blossomed in Malton around the airport area, The Government of Canada expropriated much of Fred Codlin’s farm to build a then new part of Malton. The fields off Airport Road were taken over to build a new Victory Village to house aircraft workers. By this time many workers had also purchased the all the available lots in the older part of the Village.
The station was located right in the centre of the residential lots, located on the current tracks between York and Hull Street. Scarboro Street actually split the station into two platforms. One side of was reserved for passengers and the other for goods and livestock. The railroad line extended from Toronto to Sarnia. This quickly boosted the local economy. Malton grew quickly and became a small agricultural centre as the regions farmers could now send fresh goods, including fresh milk and eggs to Toronto every day of the week, and pick up passengers or hardware and household goods shipped from across the province and country.
A phase construction was started and 200 military-style houses were built for war-time workers. In patriotic fashion the Victory Village streets all had war-related or moral boosting names; Victory Crescent, McNaughton Avenue (after Andrew McNaughton, commander of the Canadian Forces in the UK), Churchill Avenue (after Sir Winston Churchill) and Lancaster Drive (the Avro Lancasters were built at Victory Aircraft in Malton from 1943 to 1945). A new small two room school was built in the Village and Victory Hall was added years later.
The Codlin Farm was on the other side Sixth Line (Airport Road) and Vera’s forefather’s farm too began to thrive. A growing Toronto created a growing demand for goods especially the types of wheat and fresh goods being produced. Malton lost out to Brampton in its bid to keep the County Seat of Government in 1867 and when a new railroad branch also connected the Villages Dixie and Streetsville, directly to markets, the traffic to Malton Village declined a little bit. It never grew into a true regional main street commercial centre, as did the villages of Brampton to the North and Streetsville to the East.
In 1942 Vera moved into one of these small houses with her new husband John Ethridge. She was 27. Vera was recruited to be the landlady of the subdivision. She collected the rents and organised the maintenance. John served in the Royal Canadian Navy and both later joined the Malton Legion Branch 528 where Vera served with the Ladies Auxiliary. After WWII, when the houses were sold to the occupants and veterans, Vera joined the Public School Board, where she rose to become an executive secretary. She remained in the position until she retired.
Vera’s father, Fred Codlin, grew up during the down turn and he made what proved to be a very wise decision. In addition to running the farm he became a dealer of farming implements for McCormick Harvesting Machine Company and Deering Harvester Company. The company later formed into International Harvester. Farming was becoming mechanized. The dealership grew with the farms in the area.
Her parents, Fred and Mable Codlin lived in the original farmhouse until they passed away and then the structure was torn down to make way the new Ridgewood subdivision which was built in the mid-1950s.
The business did well enough for Vera parents to purchase a car. It was the first car in Malton. The Ford Model T was built by Ford Motor Company from 1908 to 1927. When Bell workers rented part of the Codlin’s farm while installing poles, lines and telephones, in the area during WWI, the Codlin house was wired to the exchange and so the family also hold the record of having the first private residential phone installed in Malton. McBride’s General Store holds the record of being the commercial business in Malton to have a public phone. A big magneto phone, complete with phone box, was wired into the store in a decade earlier in 1906.At the time the phone was one of only 37 in the Weston Exchange.
The Ridgewood subdivision (Justine Drive, Capricorn Crescent, Michaud Avenue, Honeysuckle Avenue, Sonja Road, Minotola Avenue, Etude Drive, Lipomanis Drive, Cambrett and Hermitage Road) was originally called ‘Malton Defence Homes Subdivision’ and it was marketed directly to employees of Avro Canada Ltd.and Orenda Engines. The Marvin Heights subdivision was built soon after. Vera has out lived her husband. He passed away in 1987. She lived independently and happily in her small house on at the end of McNaughton Avenue until it was purchased by the Region of Peel to accommodate the widening of Airport Road.
When Vera was born in 1915, Canada was at war. WWI engaged the country and especially farmers. The ‘Fight, or Farm to Feed a Nation’ debate was raging. Young men from across the country were soon to be conscripted. A number of farmer’s sons and farm hands had already enlisted from the Malton area. The push for productivity on farms with fewer hands helped the Fred’s business. A transition in farming was taking place.
Vera loves music and musical theatre. She was an independent lifelong automobile driver, driving to music and theatre performances until the age of 92 when her niece Ann Barclay, her brother Earl’s daughter, finally convinced her to give up her car. Vera purchased a condominium but this proved to be too isolating. She then moved into to a renovated room in Ann’s house.
Vera grew up between the wars. The Malton grew steadily. One of the most active churches in the area, the Malton Methodists Church, was a focal point holding socials, bazaars and festivals. The community also started the Malton Dramatic Society and in during the winter one farmer regularly flooded a field to form a skating rink.
Over seventy relatives, visitors, well-wishers, and neighbours both old and new came out to spend the day with Vera and celebrate her 100th birthday. Many lifelong residents of Malton were there. A few Malton residents have reached a century over the years. Vera celebrated the event with her family and lifelong friends in beautiful big room full of warmth and light, 200 yards from the location of the house where they were born. Congratulations and Happy 100th Birthday Vera Etheridge.
In 1925 the Methodists amalgamated with four Protestant denominations to form The United Church of Canada. The Codlin family purchased bricks when new church building for the Malton for the congregation. Vera, like her mother Mable, was a stalwart member. Both were volunteers, sang for the choir, helped with weddings and funerals, and with fundraising. ‘Vera is a lady. I can’t say a bad word about her,’ said one of the visitors at her birthday. She had known Vera for over sixty years.
Cover photo: Vera Etheridge celebrates her 100th birthday. She was born in a farmhouse in Malton. Vera is daughter of Fred Codlin. The Codlin Family farm was one of the farms that stood where Malton is today.
In 1925, when Vera was 20 years old, the land for what is Pearson Airport is located was purchased. The airfield was an amalgamation of a number of farms and the road running by Malton was soon renamed to Airport Road.
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COMMUNITY CORNER Malton Summer Camp Now Hiring Leaders Are you looking for a job this summer? Are you fun, enthusiastic, responsible and like being around Children? Join Malton Community Centre’s summer camp team and make a difference! For more information please visit www.mississauga.ca/camphiring Summer Camp Leader posting will be available to apply online from December 1st 2015 to January 3rd 2016.
Holiday Programming at Malton Community Centre Malton Community Centre will be running a variety of FREE youth programs over the December Holidays. Enjoy Basketball, Wheelchair Basketball, Soccer and Youth Lounge Drop-ins throughout the school break. For full schedule and more details please contact Breanna Berman at Breanna.berman@mississauga.ca or contact our customer care desk at 905-615-4640
This Holiday Season Celebrate with 12 Days of Community Kindness
Christmas Concert December 5th Trinity United Church, located at 7113 Airport Road, Malton are hosting a Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 5th.
This holiday season, help spread joy throughout Malton with “12 Days of Community Kindness”. For 12 days in December, reach a little further into your heart and your pocketbook to help put a smile on someone’s face.
Get into the holiday spirit. Come enjoy Christmas Carols and outdoor entertainment at Trinity United Church. Choral direction by Julia Boutenko. Everyone welcome. Tickets $7 at the door.
Here are some great ideas to get you started.
Laugh Out Loud February 27, 2016
1. Buy your favorite teacher or custodian a coffee or tea. 2. Donate time or food to one of Malton’s local food banks. Seva Food Bank, Mount Zion Food Bank and Sai Dham Canada Food Bank are all great organizations in Malton. 3. Post a review online of your favourite local merchant or mention them in a Facebook post. 4. Pick up some litter or help someone with his or her yard/ decorations. 5. Take someone skating. Malton Arena offers Fun Skates and Tim Hortons FREE Skates over the holidays. 6. Smile and say hi to everyone you meet for the entire day. 7. Candy cane bomb a parking lot. 8. Donate what you can to a local charity. 9. Use your expertise to help someone out. 10. Pay 3 people a sincere compliment. 11. Leave a lottery ticket or nice note on a car windshield. 12. Take some local sweets or homemade cookies to a friend or neighbour.
Featuring the hilarious Russell Peters as headliner and Jessica Holmes as emcee, the 4th annual Laugh Out Loud will light up the sky with laughter and bring the theme of the Northern Lights to life. By supporting LOL 2016, you are investing in transformative change that will ensure improved access, increased privacy and tailored programs for the best mental health care possible. For tickets or sponsorship opportunities, please visit trilliumlol.ca or contact Andrea Cochrane at andrea.cochrane@trilliumhealthpartners.ca or 905848-7580, ext. 2969
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Fun Skate Schedule until March 15, 2016 Fridays 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Fridays 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Sundays 1:14 pm – 3:15 pm Tim Hortons FREE SKATES Sun. Dec. 20 1:45-3:15pm Tues. Dec 22 1:30-3:00pm Sun. Dec. 27 1:45-3:15pm Wed. Dec 30 12:00-1:30pm Sun. Jan. 3 1:45-3:15pm
MNS recognizes how difficult adjusting to a new country can be – so they’re here to help. Offering services in many languages including Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Tamil, Spanish, Italian and more.
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Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Malton Community Centre Saturday December 5, 2015 12:00 Noon - 6 pm Hallway & Room #1 Bring a decoration for the Christmas Tree Enjoy FREE activities for the kids, a dance presentation, hot chocolate and snacks
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Meet the Federal Candidates Mississauga-Malton 2015 By Albert Peres On Tuesday, October 6th, 2015 a Meet the Federal Candidates Evening was organized for the residents of Malton. The Candidates registered in the Federal Riding of Mississauga-Malton were invited. All three of the main Federal Parties confirmed that their candidates and teams would attend. The event was sponsored in part by a coalition of community groups and non-profits including, the Malton Black Development Association, MCBP Gavel Club, Malton BIA and the Four Corners Health Centre. Flyers were hand delivered to all residences in Malton. Invitations and posters were also sent to organizations. Group seating was arranged for those who requested it. Volunteers organized the event. They developed project plan, designed the communication and distributed the flyers. They readied the facility and welcomed the guests.
newspaper. He and his team did not show up and his seat was left empty on the stage. Grewal subsequently ran as an Independent.
Malton seniors, youth, and members of the public were asked to provide questions to be put to the Candidates. A Questions Committee collected all the questions submitted, sorted them, debated which should be asked and rewrote them in a manner that would better reflect the concerns of the broader community. The questions were also recrafted in a manner that would allow the Candidates to explain their party’s position on a matter and their strategy and timeline in resolving the issue.
Navdeep Bains of the Liberal Party of Canada and Dianne Douglas, the newly appointed candidate of the New Democratic party of Canada faced off on a broad range of issues including multiculturalism, seniors affairs and job creation for youth in Peel region. Questions were asked about party positions and proposed amendments to Bill C-51, the Anti-terrorism Act, 2015, and Bill C-24, the Strengthening Canadian Citizenship Act. The session lasted for two hours after which there was ample time provided for residents to meet the candidates, their campaign teams and collect printed material.
Lashawa Knowles bravely sang O Canada. Lincoln Gillespie provided the sound equipment and adjusted the volume levels during the event. A Panel of citizens was given the task to ask the questions. A moderator kept the Candidates and the Panel on track and on topic.
About 200 people attended the Evening. The event was covered by media including the CTV National News Team.
Fireworks started just prior to the event although the event team were not aware of it at the time. Jagdish Grewal, was ousted as a candidate by the Conservative Party of Canada for an editorial he had written in his
Voter turnout for advance polls and on the Federal Election Day was confirmed to be one of the highest in Malton in over two decades.
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Councillor’s Message Carolyn Parrish, Ward 5
Dear Residents, I’m very excited to announce that a major project that would have had a tremendous negative impact on Malton has been cancelled. The Peel Energy Recovery Centre (PERC) was a massive incinerator planned for the BramptonMississauga border. Had it become a reality, even more trucks would be traveling over our roads, carting waste from across the Region (and maybe other municipalities) and hauling ash away. Current counts show a total of 11,000 trucks daily on Derry and Airport Roads, travelling through Malton. Council voted to scrap the plans and introduce better waste diversion measures to make the incinerator unnecessary in the first place. This is great news for Malton! In the last BIA e-newsletter, I wrote about the MyMalton project and the exciting changes on the horizon for our community. Visit my website to download the final report. I’m very excited about these plans for Malton, and love working with the community and business owners to make them a reality! City Council has started discussions about the 2016 Budget. This is a very important time for residents to get engaged and to find out how the City uses your hard-earned tax dollars. You can get information about the Budget and link to the live stream of Budget Committee meetings online. The meeting calendar is also online and Budget meetings are open to the public. The City just released a new mobile app to connect to services like parking permits, 24/7. Learn more about Pingstreet here. Finally, with winter weather just around the corner, get information about snow removal, levels of service and how you can find out about snow-removal progress during a storm here. If you’d like to get more frequent updates about what’s going on in Malton, sign up for my e-newsletter at www.carolynparrish.ca. As always, feel free to get in touch with me if you have any questions or comments – 905-896-5500 or Carolyn.Parrish@mississauga.ca. Sincerely, Carolyn Parrish
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Shop the Neighbourhood By Lindsay Howe
Visit your local retailers and get a head start on your holiday shopping! Shop the Neighbourhood returned on Saturday, November 28th. Community members were encouraged to come out to support small businesses by making local purchases. Shop the Neighbourhood is a national initiative of Yellow Pages, with the aim of supporting local businesses and neighbourhoods. The date of this national shopping event took place between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, to entice Canadians to stay local and take advantage of some great deals and discounts in their area. Experience the Difference of Shopping Local this Holiday Season Why leave the comfort of your own neighbourhood to get a head start on your Christmas shopping? Everything you could need or want is in your immediate vicinity. Shopping doesn’t have to be stressful or time consuming. Instead, take a stroll through the village, or Westwood Mall and do some window-shopping. Stop in at your neighbourhood boutiques. You will find precious gifts for everyone on your shopping list; featuring unique, one-of-a-kind treasures you won’t find anywhere else! Many people overlook the perks that come along with small businesses including: customer care, matchless inventory and the support they give back to the community. Service, convenience and friendliness are the backbone of local businesses. This high caliber service goes unmatched anywhere else. The staff at local stores are inviting and very knowledgeable about the products they sell. They are very informed about the products they carry, and will also help you pick out the perfect gift. When it comes to customer support, store merchants are willing to go above and beyond your expectations. At the shops in your neighbourhood, new merchandise lines and items are continually being brought in. Every time you visit your favourite shops there is something new for you to discover. The diversity of merchandise offered helps keep customers coming back, as well as draws in new customers on a daily basis. Lastly, your local business owners are consistently giving back to the community. This includes, but is not limited to supporting local causes, sponsoring events and festivals within the community and helping to maintain a clean, vibrant area for our enjoyment. Shop the neighbourhood is a great opportunity for neighbours to support their local community. Do your shopping local to discover the perfect gift for everyone on your shopping list.
Garbage Collection Changes Coming to Select BIA Businesses On Friday, December 4th, many Malton BIA businesses and tenants of BIA businesses will be visited by representatives from the Region of Peel. They will be stopping by to discuss upcoming changed to the waste collection. Region of Peel representatives will be able to share information specific to each BIA businesses address and will answer any questions. Thank you for your patience while the Region of Peel rolls out an extensive waste collection plan aimed at making Malton a cleaner place.
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3540 Morning Star Drive 905-615-4640*
3540 Moring Star Drive 905-615-4640
“Sweet Dreams” Drop in Family Storytime Weekly storytime where pyjamas are encouraged, teddy bears are an asset and fun is a must! Ages: All ages • 8 Free Classes • Starts Jan 04 6:30 -7:00 pm
*Schedule subject to change Fun Swim This is an unstructured recreational swim admission standards to help experience. Monday and Wednesday (loonie) Wednesday Friday Friday (Female only) Friday Saturday Sunday
swim for all ages. Please refer to the you have a safe and positive swim
French Bilingual Drop in Family Storytime All ages • 8 Free Classes • Starts Jan 04 7:15-7:45 pm
12:05 pm – 1:30 pm 7:05 pm – 8:30 pm 12:05 pm – 1:30 pm 6:05 pm – 7:25 pm 7:35 pm –9:00 pm 3:05 pm – 4:30 pm 1:35 pm – 3:00 pm
Frozen Party Jan 21, 6:30-7:30 pm • Ages: 5Y-8Y Free • Registration is required. Computers and Technology: ELibrary Basics Discover how to access eBooks, audiobooks and eMagazine To book an appointment, call 905-615-4640. Computer Buddies Older adults partner with teen volunteers who help with hands-on computer skills. To book an appointment, call 905-615-4640. Teen Advisory Groups Dec 23, 5-7 pm Teen Advisory Groups (or TAGs) provide youth aged 14Y-18Y with the opportunity to advise staff about the Library’s collections and services and may assist with programs for youth. For information and an application form visit http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/residents/tag Teen Book Club Dec 29, 7-8 pm Ages: 12Y+
AquaCardio Swim A minimum of one lane available to cross train. Opportunity to participate in lap swimming, water running, resistance training and aqua cycling. Monday 8:35 pm – 9:30 pm Wednesday 11:05 am – 12:00 pm Friday 6:35 am – 8:00 am Sunday 12:35 pm – 1:30 pm Snoezelen This swim aims to create a multisensory experience that is participant lead. Swimmers can relax and explore at their own pace while their senses of touch, sight and sound are gently stimulated. We dim the lights, lower the blinds and add equipment such as lights and sprays to the water. This program is suitable for persons with a disability, ASD, dementia or an acquired brain injury. No diagnosis is required. Each swimmer must be accompanied in the water by a caregiver who is at least 14 years of age and comfortable supporting them in a water environment. Only the swimmer is required to pay. Swimmers who do not have control of their bladder or bowel must wear a garment that restricts leakage around the waist and legs. Tuesday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Sunday 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
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Lane Swim & Leisure Swim A time for endurance, fitness and exercise for persons wanting structured length swimming or unstructured exercise in the water. Lane division will be based on the pace of the swimmers. At least one lane will be available for lap swimming. At least one lane will be available for exercise. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 6:35 am – 8:00 am Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11:05 am – 12:00 pm Monday - Thursday 8:35 pm – 9:30 pm Sunday 12:35 pm – 1:30 pm Therapeutic Time A time for those who are looking to exercise in the therapeutic pool. No instructor. Specialty equipment available. Therapeutic rates apply. Monday and Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:00 am Tuesday 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Thursday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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CIMT COLLEGE
PROVIDING EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR SUCCESS‌ SINCE 1998 CIMT College has been a proud member of the community for 17 years with campuses located in Malton, Brampton, and Mississauga. CIMT College offers many Diploma Programs, with the goal of making students job ready, including Telecommunications Technology, Network Administration, Accounts Administration, Office Administration, Legal Office Administration, Food Service Worker, and Early Childcare Assistant. For those interested in entering healthcare, Diplomas in Personal Support Worker or Medical Office Administration provides a solid foundation in a field which changes lives. CIMT College also offers Post-Graduate Diplomas in Network Administration, Telecommunication, Retail and Business Management. These diplomas are all approved as vocational programs under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005. One elite program which is now being offered at CIMT College is their Diploma in Pre-Health Sciences.* If you are a graduate from high school, you can become a medical doctor! With no MCAT or Bachelor Degree required, students can fast track their journey to a medical degree with this one year diploma. CIMT College is also approved as a training provider under the CanadaOntario Job Grant, which provides up to $10,000 per employee in government grants to train employees. With over 100 courses and corporate workshops to choose from, employers should call CIMT College to take advantage of these government funds. CIMT College is also authorized as a testing centre for Pearson VUE and Prometric. Visit their website, at www.cimtcollege. com, to find information about all of their diplomas and certificates. For more information about CIMT College, or any of their courses or programs, call 905-671-9999, or send an email to admissions@cimtcollege.com.
Toys for Tots The LPHA Coaches will battle the Peel Regional Police Officers the heroes of our community, in a hockey game to raise toys for the Peel Regional Police Toys for Tots Program. White Oaks Ford Lincoln will provide a car for the ShootFor-Car-Contest. All attendees who purchase a ticket and are in attendance that evening will be eligible for a chance to win a car. Admission is only new unwrapped toy or $10 ticket. Come out with your family and friends and support this very worthy event and put a smile on a child face! The Annual Toys for Tots Charity Hockey Game takes place at Iceland Arena, 705 Matheson Blvd E on Friday, December 11th at 7pm.
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The Credits, a Celebration of Cultural Heritage Photos provided by Sanborg Productions
On November 5, 2015 The Credits Heritage Mississauga Awards honoured members of the Mississauga community for their contributions and achievements with a celebration of community heritage.
Recognition was also given to: The Mississauga News, Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board, Derrydale Golf Course, Cagneys Streetsville, Mississauga Central Lions Club, JUSTUS, Streetsville Santa Claus Parade, Portuguese Cultural Centre of Mississauga, Croatia Carassauga Pavilion, India Rainbow Community Services of Peel, Portuguese Carassauga Pavilion, Victim Services of Peel, Eden Food for Change, National Association of Indo-Canadians, Punjabi Community Health Services and Sampradaya Dance Creations as they each celebrated significant milestones in the community.
In all there were 32 nominations received and 15 “Credits” presented during the evening. Each recipient received a one-of-a-kind piece of art, designed by the Living Art Centre’s Resident Glass Artist Kelly Lowe. The blown glass shimmers with swirling blues and gold representative of the Credit River. During the evening guests were entertained by the talents of Mississauga artists including the fabulous JUSTUS, Sampradaya Dance Creations and the Portuguese Folklore Group who brought a flavour of the old country to the event. Heritage Mississauga’s War of 1812 re-enactment group Thompson’s Company of the 2nd Regiment of York were once again on hand to keep the distinguished crowd in order, this year dressed as First World War Soldiers, Nurses and Civilians.
Heritage Mississauga is grateful for the support of sponsors and guests who ensured the tremendous success of the 2015 presentation of the Credits. Special thanks to the dedicated volunteer committee chaired by Jake Dheer, Director of Heritage Mississauga and Senior Manager for Rogers TV and OMNI Television, for their vision and determination to bring this impressive event to Mississauga.
The 2015 winners of “The Credits”. Congratulations to the following members of the community:
The evening concluded with the sound of the Aboriginal drum in a song by Kim Wheatley (Aboriginal Cultural Consultant), celebrating our city, our shared heritage and our pride in a community like no other -Mississauga.
Heritage Business Leader Award - Todd Ladner Natural Heritage Award - Lakeview Waterfront Connection Heritage Youth Award - Portuguese Cultural Centre of Mississauga Youth Group Heritage Champion Award - Councillor George Carlson Community Heritage Group Award - Sikh Heritage Museum Community Heritage Individual Award - Fred Durdan Mississaugas of the New Credit Cultural & Heritage Award - Cathie Jamieson Architectural Award - Mississauga Celebration Square Modern Heritage Award - AeroVelo Volunteer Heritage Award - Charles Brown Betty Ross Memorial Volunteer Award - Barb Smith Members’ Choice Award - Michael Spaziani President’s Heritage Award - Ron Duquette Chairman’s Heritage Award - Ron Lenyk (posthumously) Lifetime Achievement - Ignat Kaneff
Michael Spaziani
Ron Duquette
Todd Ladner
Youth Training Program A new program has been launched here in Malton to help local youth with the skills and experience they need to find jobs. Rapport Youth & Family Services, the oldest youth counselling agency in Peel, has initiated a nine month program, ECLYPSE Youth Employment and Skills Enhancement Program that will focus on youth between the ages of 15-30 years of age who have faced barriers to employment. Thirty-three Youth who are currently not employed, not on social assistance and not in school, will qualify for this unique and much needed project that will help participants to successfully transition to the job market or return to school. “We are delighted that this new program will enable youth in Malton to overcome employment barriers and acquire the skills and knowledge that they will need to thrive in the current and future labour market”, said David Clement, Rapport’s Executive Director. The youth will be paid while they are receiving four weeks of in-class training followed by twelve weeks of paid job placements with local employers. The academic part of the program will include: • CPR/First Aid • Food Handling Certification • High Five Certification (Principles 0f Healthy Child Development) • Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHIMIS) This new program will not only benefit Malton youth but local businesses as well as they will have access to a pool of trained, confident, motivated and paid workers. A “win-win” for youth and potential employers. The program is up and running now, with the first wave of local youth already in class and looking forward to their first paid work placements. The program is located right here in Malton at 2970 Drew Rd, Suite 209. For more information or to register for the program, you can contact Zulekha Suni at zsuni@ rapportyouth.com or at 905 672-8800.
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The Malton Business Improvement Association Invite You to Shop Local, Spend Local, Eat Local, Enjoy Local & Support the Local Businesses that Support our Community! Restaurants, Pubs, Coffee Shops, Delis & Eateries Professional Services ~ Retail Shops ~ Health and Wellness Beauty and Spa ~ Community Services ~ And So Much More!
Happy Holidays FROM THE MALTON BIA!