Portcredit Village Times 2015-10

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The Port Credit BIA salutes small business October is Small Business Month in Canada, a time to recognize and celebrate the tremendous contributions that local small businesses make to our community. The month of October is also dedicated to giving business owners opportunities to grow and improve their businesses.

The Port Credit BIA works hard to foster growth for small businesses by providing direct support, events and activities to promote businesses. In honour of Small Business Month the Port Credit BIA will be offering business seminars. Everyone is welcome to attend the following networking events.

Networking Breakfast at Crooked Cue on October 15th On Thursday, October 15th a Networking Breakfast will be held at The Crooked Cue from 8 -9 am to give businesses the opportunity to network before work. Attendees will experience an hour of education, listening to experts in the field share vital information that will enhance their business. Special guest speaker will be Charles Sousa, Finance Minister and MPP for Mississauga South. The cost to attend the Networking Breakfast is $5, which includes a hot breakfast.

Port Credit Mix After 6 on October 22nd On October 22nd entrepreneurs and local businesses are encouraged to come out to mingle and network during a grand tour of the new Port Credit BIA office in Clarke Memorial Hall at 161 Lakeshore Road West. Drop in from 6 - 8:30 pm to make new acquaintances and network. Mix After 6 is a free event.

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October – A salute to small businesses It is a little known fact that October is small business month in Ontario. The Canadian government defines small businesses as companies with fewer than 100 employees (or 50 employees for a company in a service industry).

There are 2.4 million small businesses in Canada and 873,000 small businesses in Ontario. Small businesses with fewer than 100 employees contribute about 30 percent to Canada’s gross domestic product and two-thirds of Canadian employees work for small businesses.

Small businesses in Canada lead the way in employment and growth in this unstable economy across Canada. They lead the way in new job creation. These businesses work hard to earn an income and provide for their employees and families. Small business face daily challenges and situations that help make them leaner and more efficient. Small business owners must react quickly to changing markets and provide exceptional service to their clientele.

The Village of Port Credit is comprised of over 400 small businesses and these businesses employ more than a thousand employees and are a contributing strongly to the local and Canadian economy.

I encourage local residents to shop in the Village of Port Credit and show your support to small businesses. Together, small businesses are bigger than you think!

If you would like your small business profiled in the Port Credit Village Times, please contact Toby Gardiner at the email address below.

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Celebrating Longstanding Businesses During Small Business month we celebrate businesses that have stood the test of time, provide stability and continue to thrive as prosperous businesses in the growing village. A few longstanding businesses that are pillars of the Port Credit community include: Private Moments, Ric’s Recollections, Ladybug Harbor, SELF the Spa, Monarch Florists, Gitta’s and many more!

revel in a good conversation. Organizing additional sessions for customers interested in learning new techniques, working with unfamiliar materials, and expanding their knitting portfolios, Linda takes pride in her customers and works to satisfy their appetite for knitting.

While much has changed in terms of fibers and yarns in the past 30 years, now made from materials such as sugar cane, bamboo, and even possum, one thing has stayed the same: Linda’s passion to knit. “I just love the process,” says Linda. “It doesn’t matter what I’m knitting, I never get sick of it.” Proudly displaying a gift from the Toronto Marlie’s Puck N’ Purls event; a hockey jersey with the name Faster Knitter stitched on the back, awarded after being named the fastest knitter in North America – it is clear Linda holds a true joy for her work.

Bazinas Furs Bazinas Furs was founded by Terry Bazinas and his wife in 1982. Terry, a Europeantrained furrier, brought his understanding of the trade to Port Credit, along with a passionate commitment to serving customers. Terry’s commitment to product quality and fashion excellence meant a growth of new customers. With that growth, the business continued to develop new product lines and grew even more.

When asked to offer a piece of advice to young business professionals, Linda simply said: “Have patience, tenacity, and the willingness to learn from other people.” Whether you adore the comfort of knitting, want to learn something new, or enjoy the company of people who share their passions, Linda’s Craftique welcomes you.

With the winter months fast approaching, knit socks, colourful booties, and intricately knit sweaters are in full demand in the heart of Port Credit. For more information contact Linda Craftique at 905-272-4115 or visit www. lindascraftique.com .

The heart of the business is owner Fotis Bazinas. Fotis possesses that unique combination of a discerning eye and a master’s expertise as a furrier. One testament to Fotis’s remarkable skills; when a customer brings in an old fur coat, passed down to them by a family member such as grandmother or mother, Fotis has a gift for being able to take that fur and create something exquisite, bringing it back to style, whether by shearing, adding leather or whatever the magic might be.

Lakeshore Superette Lakeshore Superette is located on Port Credit’s east side and offers an eclectic mix of curated women’s pre-owned clothing, new designs and accessories. They profile Canadian made products and brands, most notably Matt & Nat vegan leather bags from Montreal. The store offers a range of specialty organic body products and soy-wax candles that are unique to the area! Visit Monday to Saturday at 308 Lakeshore Road East.

Bazinas Furs has much to offer in OUTERWEAR, from shearlings, CanadianMade leather jackets, Moose Knuckles urban-styled outerwear brand line, accessories and so much more! New this fall, 2015 brings a collections of water proof winter boots by Biotime, Manitobah Mukluks, and Dents Leather Gloves Of England. You remember James Bond and 007? Well, he was wearing Dents leather driving gloves. Bazinas Furs has a limited stock of these famous gloves.

Services also available include fur cleaning, fur repairs and fur storage, plus leather cleaning and repairs.

Bazinas Furs takes pride in care and upkeep of fur, leather and outerwear fashions. For over 35 years the Bazinas family name stands for excellence, with old-world master furrier skills and contemporary fashion. Contact Bazinas Furs by calling 905-278-1345, or email sales@bazinasfurs.com.

Bazinas Furs is located at 269 Lakeshore Road East in Port Credit, Mississauga. For more information visit www.bazinasfurs.com.

Come out to enjoy the series of networking events that will motivate, inspire and drive businesses to greater success! Make the most of small business month by attending the seminars, building relationships with potential employers and learning from powerful speakers who are experts in the field.

Linda’s Craftique Linda’s Craftique owner Linda Benne grew up with a passion for knitting inherited from her mother, Linda fostered her love for the hobby but had never envisioned turning it into a career. However, her enrollment in a small business course coupled with a newly obtained vendors permit led her to an unexpected venture. The idea spurred during a trip to a wholesaler, and the plan, as they say, quickly unraveled. “My mother jokingly had said ‘let’s open a store together,’” says Linda.

Port Credit BIA Welcomes New Business 1. Hermanos Mexican Grill – 61 Lakeshore Rd. E. 2. Splash of Charm – 6 Brant Ave. 3. Lokaii Lifestyle – 3 Brant Ave. 4. Allura Skin & Laser Centre – 2 Brant Ave. 5. Paper Decorum – 299 Lakeshore Rd. E. 6. Captain Candy Ontario – 70 Lakeshore Rd. E. 7. Lakeshore Superette – 308 Lakeshore Rd. E. 8. Archtop Café – 109 Lakeshore Rd. E. 9. Everfresh Tea House – 80C Port St. E 10. River Men – 347 Lakeshore Rd. E 11. Door Fifty Five – 55 Lakeshore Rd. E. 12. Kind Exchange – 47 Lakeshore Rd. E. 13. Daniel Campbell Design Inc. 47 Lakeshore Rd. E. #20 14. Blue Heel Dance Studio – www.blueheel.ca 15. GNC – 125 Lakeshore Rd. E. 16. Pita Pit – 205 Lakeshore Rd. E.

Over the years, the Craftique has become a beacon for fiber-lovers, both near and far. With loyal customers in places as far as Australia, Linda ensures all customers are well accommodated, and provides worldwide shipping for her fellow knitters. This devotion has given the shop an advantage over big-box stores, supported by its selection of luxurious natural fibers, rich colours, and attention to fine quality. A self-proclaimed “fiber snob,” Linda has become known for carrying exquisite hand-dyed yarns from Nova Scotia, not only supplying valuable product for her customers, but further supporting Canadian businesses.

Moving from her original location on Lakeshore to her current shop, Linda has maintained her eye for knits and has provided her customers with more space to choose from a variety of fibers, and a place to enjoy the company of good friends. Hosting monthly knitting nights, patrons of the Craftique are able to learn from each other, indulge in some take-out, and

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Doors Open 2015 At the only scheduled location within the GTA, Heritage Mississauga is pleased to present Canadigm’s “Souterrain Impressions”, a crossCanada art exhibition of 3-D reproductions of the chalk carvings of regimental badges and messages to family, done in the caves of Vimy Ridge during the First World War in 1917.

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Carvings completed by heroes like Pte. Oscar Green, a veteran of No.2 Company who raised the alarm and fought a German combat unit armed with only “a broken rifle, minus bolt and bayonet”; Pte. Green was stabbed “a dozen times with German bayonets”, finally succumbing to a gunshot wound to the head on August 15, 1917. Although originally born in Finland, this 31 year old blue eyed man gave his life fighting for the Canadian Forces at Vimy. Pte. Green paid the ultimate price for peace and as he waited in the subterranean world below the battlefield, he carved his regimental badge both as a way to pass the time but also in pride and memory of his fellow brothers in arms.

The exhibition also includes other carvings and images of the cave systems at Vimy and the story of Canadigm’s work in developing the exhibition.

Working in conjunction with The Durand Group, a British organization, Zenon Andrusyszyn and Stephen Weed from Canadigm have worked tirelessly with a number of volunteers to bring this exhibit to Canada.

Heritage Mississauga has also been fortunate to secure grant monies from the Community Foundation of Mississauga which has allowed them to bring this free exhibit to the community.

Come and see these incredible carvings and stories, at this unique exhibit at the Stonebrook Condominium Sales Centre, 2007 Lakeshore Rd West.

(N.E. corner of Southdown Rd & Lakeshore Rd. W.) Mississauga. The grand opening was September 26 at Mississauga’s Doors Open event and will remain in the City until the end of November; an historic interpreter will be available to answer any questions, before it moves on to the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.

For more information about this exhibition please contact Heritage Mississauga at 905-828-8411 ext “0” or by email at info@ heritagemississauga.org Visit our website for additional information on the exhibition and stories of local First World War soldiers.

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Anglers Celebrate planting half a million trees On Friday, September 25 Credit River Anglers Association (CRAA) president, John Kendell was joined by Mayor Bonnie Crombie, Councilor George Carlson, MP Brad Butt and MPP Bob Delaney along with several dozen volunteers to plant their half millionth tree in Streetsville Memorial Park.

This incredible milestone is the culmination of more than 20 years’ work

by Kendell and hundreds of volunteers from the anglers group. Planting half a million trees is an incredible project that has been spearheaded by volunteers with a goal of improving the Credit River for fish, wildlife and people.

Kendell says “when I started our reforestation project I was finishing classes at UTM and most of the river valley from Mississauga to Inglewood was open fields and scattered woodlots. The river was left to cook in the hot sun and salmon and trout often died from heat stress. The river was filled with seaweed, rocks were covered in slime and in summer it felt like a bathtub.” “Today much of the river valley has been transformed to young forest, the water is colder, cleaner and the weeds are gone.” The incredible before and after images provided by CRAA are a testament to the success of the program.

the smaller trees allowing them to grow and mature to a size they could withstand flooding and ice. The first planting using mature trees was done in 2002 in Streetsville Memorial Park. Planting in 2000 and 2001 had failed due to severe flooding and ice flows. After 2002 our plantings have enjoyed great success, although beavers continue to be a challenge. In the photo below the before image shows the larger trees that we planted in 2002. 13 years later the river is hidden behind a wall of forest. CRAA has planted at this site almost every year since 2000.

CRAA volunteers began their tree planting in Erindale Park in 1991 with former city councilor David Culham. Twenty five years ago Erindale Park had recently been built and lacked vegetation along the river and throughout the valley. Park users today would not recognize what it looked like then.

The photo below shows just how much has changed in the entire park as a result of CRAA’s planting and tree planting from the city parks department and other groups.

CRAA’s efforts have focused on the entire Credit River Watershed, from Orangeville to Hillsburg and all the way down to Port Credit. The planting has included dozens of tributaries and a great deal of work was also done on Georgetown on Black and Silver Creeks. Starting in 1998 CRAA has planted over 50,000 trees in this one system over the past 18 years. This system is very important to trout and salmon as a spawning and nursery stream.

Since 2005 CRAA volunteers have transported live adult rainbow trout (steelhead) to the watershed under permit from MNR to improve natural reproduction. The image below is from Cedarvale Park in Georgetown and shows the amazing transformation much of the watershed has seen from planting.

John refocused CRAA’s efforts in the mid 90’s to a mix of improved access for fish within the river and improved habitat for the whole watershed.

Beginning in 1998 CRAA began more detailed research including temperature studies, knocking on land owner doors for permission to plant and seeking funding. Initial seed money from the Great Ontario Salmon Derby was merged with grants from Eco Action 2000 (Environment Canada) and the Ontario Trillium Foundation in 1999/99. With this came CRAA’s first employed summer students and large purchases of seedling trees. Within 3 years CRAA had planted 100,000 trees and planted over 3,000 acres of land from Inglewood to Port Credit and headwater locations in Orangeville, Hillsburg, Caledon East and more.

Completing a project of this magnitude has taken thousands of volunteer hours from John, plus tens of thousands of additional volunteer hours from countless members of the club and community. Well over 1,000 different volunteers have helped plant trees with CRAA at one time or another.

Numerous VP’s of the club have assisted, including Mike Weideman, Mike Tost, Pete Pettos and Louis Milo. Long time directors and executive volunteers Ken Patterson, Wayne Vierhout, Mark Polanski, Joe Ward, Justin Elia, Dave Leschied and many more have been involved. And through the various funding CRAA has hired between 5 and 15 students every spring and summer to work on our crews creating over 200 summer jobs for students over the past 18 years. CRAA has been honoured as citizen of the year in Halton in 2014 and other awards, meanwhile John Kendell has been awarded the Timothy Street medal by Streetsville MP Brad Butt in 2014 and one of Canada’s highest awards, the Recreational Fisheries Award, awarded by the Governor General/Minister of DFO in Ottawa in 2010.

Research found one of the most impacted zones by summer heating was in Glen Williams and Terra Cotta. The other highly stressed section was from Norval to Port Credit (almost 40 km of river). CRAA planted these sections in 1999 and 2000 and has continued to work on dozens of properties every year to 2015. One farm that had cattle was a particular issue impacting water quality. CRAA worked with the farmer to install fencing and has planted over 12,000 trees over the years. 1998 showed the river warmed 8 degrees Fahrenheit through the farm. Today on the property pictured below the river cools 2 degrees Fahrenheit, for a net reduction of 10 F. The result of shade trees and forest buffer are truly incredible.

Reforesting the edge of a large river like the Credit and naturalizing many park lands that had previously been cut grass has many challenges.

Beavers are very common along the Credit River all the way to Port Credit and they wreak havoc on young trees. Deer, mice and rabbits all eat and kill many young trees too. For this reason John and his crews tried many methods of protecting trees and found metal mesh was best. If you’re walking through many parks you will often see trees guarded in mesh for this reason. Flooding and ice dams are another major hurdle to planting and proved to be the greatest challenge in planting the lower river from Norval to Port Credit.

Major sponsors include the Ontario Trillium Foundation who funded over $500,000 since 1999, Ontario Ministry of the Environment recently funded over $100,000, Eco Action 2000 (Environment Canada), The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, City of Mississauga, the Great Ontario Salmon Derby an others. Many CRAA volunteers have been key in making this project reach the incredible milestone of half a million trees.

While the rehabilitation and reforestation story is very positive, many dams remain on the Credit that block fish species from moving, migrating and reaching spawning grounds.

To overcome the ice and flooding issue CRAA planted larger trees mixed with thousands of smaller trees at the same time. The larger trees protected

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CRAA continues to work with government agencies and other groups to improve access and remove of manmade barriers.

COMMUNITY CORNER Save the date The annual Port Credit Comedy festival will take place on Thursday, February 25th to Saturday, February 27th, 2016. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more information on this hilarious event.

2015 Lakeshore Art Trail Lakeshore Art Trail will be holding its 16th annual free self-guided Art Show & Sale studio tour, the weekend of October 17th and 18th from 10 am to 5 pm both days. The Art Trail runs between Port Credit and Clarkson and features 25 local artists exhibiting original artwork at 14 locations including individual studios and homes, and Lorne Park and Port Credit Libraries.

There will be a free prize draw at each site. For more information and an Art Trail map visit the website at www.lakeshorearttrail.com or contact Mary Anne Dente at 905-891-5959 or email maryanne@maryannedente.com.

The Port Credit Concert Series Morning Soul & The Port Credit presents by Blackburn TheSunday Port Credit Concert Series continues withBIA performances on Saturday, October 31st and Tad Robinson on Friday, November 20th.

Both shows take place at The Riverview Room located at 35 Front Street North. Doors open at 7 pm and shows start at 8 pm. Cash only tickets can be purchased in advance at Impressionable Gifts (74 Lakeshore Road East), or Ric’s Recollections (257 Lakeshore Road East). Tickets can also be purchased through PayPal at www.mississaugabluesandroots.com. For more information call 416-902-9801.

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Look for Art Trail brochures and window posters at various business sites in the area by the end of August. LIKE us on FACEBOOK Facebook.com/ lakeshorearttrail.

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Introducing the Port Credit Art Tour October 24th & 25th, 10 am – 5 pm In this, its sixth year, the Mississauga Artisan Studio Tour has grown organically into the Port Credit Art Tour and will now include the work of local fine artists to augment the incredible art-based craft that has always made this tour such an anticipated event.

More than 20 artists will be presenting their work for sale, and, this year visitors can spend a lovely fall day visiting all the artists in locations along east, central and west village on Lakeshore Road. The tour is completely free, visible, walkable, and accessible! Unique draw prizes donated by the artists will be awarded to visitors that complete their “Tour Passport.” This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and support Port Credit’s local talent and view 100’s of original artworks - for gifts, or for yourself!

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Bread and Honey AGM The Streetsville Founders’ Bread and Honey Festival AGM meeting date will take place on Tuesday, October 20th, upstairs in The Franklin House located at 263 Queen Street at 7pm.

Walden Circle birthday wishes Walden Circle Retirement Community believes in helping make dreams come true. On Friday, September 18th Lily Gallagher celebrated her 85th ’ birthday. Her wish was to conquer the Edge Walk at the CN Tower. Her wish was sponsored by Author Carol Ann Hamilton and with best wishes from her friends at Walden Circle Retirement Community she conquered her dream! Saturday October 31st

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The Riverview Room 35 Front Street North, Port Credit Tickets are $25 advance/$30 door

Cash Only Tickets can be purchased at: Impressionable Gifts • 74 Lakeshore Road East • 905.271.8999 Ric's Recollections • 257 Lakeshore Road East • 905.891.1523

Port Credit Farmers Market The Port Credit Farmers Market will have its final day on Saturday, October 10th from 8 am to 1 pm. The Port Credit Farmers Market continues to feature weekly entertainment, from live musical performances, to cooking demonstrations and workshops.

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For more information please call 416.902.9801

Browse booths with an array of homemade items for sale. You can expect vendors offering farm fresh eggs, gourmet soups, hot sauces, spices and rubs, Southern prepared meals and desserts, organic soaps and baby products, heirloom vegetables and Ontario wines.

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Lyndwood Community Association YOGA CLASS every Wednesday from 7:15-8:30pm at Janet McDougald P.S. located at 498 Hartsdale Avenue. Cost is, Adults: $10 per class or $90 for 10 weeks. Students: $7 per class or $60 for 10 weeks. Email lyndwoodca@ gmail.com for more info. ‘Like’ Lyndwood Community Association on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @lyndwoodca .

The Farmers Market is located at the corner of Elmwood Avenue and Lakeshore Road East (2 blocks east of Hurontario Street). For questions and inquiries, drop by the Farmers Market booth. You can also visit www. portcredit.com/explore-port-credit/farmers-market. Contact the Port Credit BIA directly by calling 905-278-7742 or email info@portcredit.com.

The final 2015 Port Credit walking tour All tours are approximately two hours. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring some water along. Bring a camera, too. There’s lot of nice scenery in Port Credit. All ages are welcome. Come alone or invite a friend. Have fun, ask questions, and bring along your own stories of Port Credit to share with others. Starting locations to be determined. Visit www.portcredit.com for updates, or follow Port Credit BIA on Twitter.

Nadia’s Antique Sale Nadia’s Antiques was established 26 years ago. The store spent its first 20 years in Toronto but moved to Mississauga four years ago to be closer to the local community. They specialize in European porcelain (Royal Doulton, Herend, Dresden, etc.) as well as Sterling, and antiques dolls. They carry a lovely selection of gifts for all occasions. The doll hospital will provide new life to your treasured friend and heirlooms.

October 31 Cemeteries and Mysterious Burial Places of Port Credit Meet the residents of the cemeteries at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea and Trinity Anglican, and travel a path of the possible aboriginal burial sites in the village.

Visit at 1801 Lakeshore Road West in Clarkson or online at www.nadiasantiques.com and take advantage of their biggest sale ever.

Call 905 823-0222.

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COMMUNITY CORNER Wins Gold and breaks Canadian Record 15 years old Samantha Sula won her first medal at the Canadian Sprint CanoeKayak Championships (August 25-30) in Ottawa, and beat the Canadian Record at the same time. In a very exciting event, Samantha participated in the Women’s Kayak U17 – 6000m event and finished in a time of 30 min. 23 sec., which surpassed the standing National record by 40 seconds.

5th Annual Diaper Drive

By Lydia Ordóñez-Niles

What started as a thought/one-time drive, has turned out to be something that is continually needed for our community’s littlest ones. From October 1st to 15th, the 5th Annual Diaper Drive will once again take place. I know we can all make that positive difference!

In a field predominantly comprised of women a year older than herself, the win was exceptional. She led the pack of 30 paddlers which for this event is a mass start. After the first 1000 m Samantha was in the lead and held it to the very end of the race. Samantha also won silver in a K2 Junior event with Haley Plante and bronze in the U16 K1 1000m event. It was a great championship for the Holy Name of Mary high school student who is entering grade 11 this year.

Why a Diaper Drive? The story is, when I went to purchase some diapers for a friend who adopted a baby, I was shocked on the cost of just one package of diapers. I thought to myself, “How many babies go without a clean diaper because one had to choose between food for the baby or a dry bottom?” There are many that go without because they cannot afford to purchase diapers and baby wipes, sadly. It costs over $100 a month to purchase diapers for one baby or toddler. I felt I had to do something that would make a difference in these little lives and help raise awareness about this issue. I thought I would organize a diaper drive. Five years later, with the support (and thanks!) of many of my customers, family, friends and the community, the diaper drive has continued.

Samantha is coached by Peter Martinek of the Balmy Beach Canoe Club and was named to the Ontario U17 Women’s Kayak team this year.

How does it work? From October 1st to 15th, diapers of any size, baby wipes or cash donations can be dropped off to Impressionable Gifts & Décor. For every package dropped off, you will be given an in-store ballot for a prize draw. With the help of my husband, we happily sort sizes and divide the diapers into three piles. With the cash donations, I purchase the necessary sizes that we may be short of. Then off to deliver to the three non-profit organizations which are: The Interim Place, The Compass and My Life Centre. Each year all three non-profit organization are very grateful for all our efforts.

I would like to personally thank Cassandra from Resonate Communications, Inc. for creating the yearly poster design and Lisa of Lisa Vigliotta Photography for providing the yearly image for the Diaper Drive poster. Thank you everyone for your support and making that difference.

Impressionable Gifts & Décor is located at 74 Lakeshore Rd. E, three blocks west of Hurontario St.

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The 2015 Stars of South Mississauga Business Awards Awarding Excellence in the Community The 4th Annual Stars of South Mississauga Business Awards will take place on Wednesday, October 14th at 7:00 p.m. The Stars of South Mississauga Business Awards celebrates extraordinary local businesses that are unique to Mississauga South and make our community a more vibrant place to live.

The Stars of Mississauga South Awards is presented by the Port Credit and Clarkson Village BIA and the office of Mississauga South MPP Charles Sousa.

The Port Credit BIA strongly values the entrepreneurial spirit of these businesses, and has a deep appreciation for the passion that drives them to work so hard day in and day out. Their leadership and commitment is the driving force behind growing our community and local economy. Small businesses are the backbone of our thriving village and the Stars of South Mississauga Business Awards takes the time to honour these worthy businesses for their outstanding community impact.

Star Selection Each year members of the public are encouraged to nominate awardworthy local small businesses and submit their nominations through MPP Sousa’s constituency office.

In conjunction with the Port Credit BIA and Clarkson BIA, an expert judging panel reviews the nominations and make the final selections. The panel includes representatives from the Ontario Business Improvement Area Association, City of Mississauga Economic Development and Mississauga Board of Trade.

Stars are chosen in each of the following six categories: Green Business Excellence, Community Impact Excellence, Service Excellence, Hospitality Excellence, Rising Star, and Networking Excellence.

Congratulations to all the winners, as well as each of the local businesses nominated as Stars in our community! Your passion and perseverance makes our community shine!

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Lorne Park Jewellers celebrates 10 years Store owner Vanig Jelilian opened Lorne Park Jewellers in November 2005 and has established his store as a landmark in the south Mississauga community. Vanig originally opened his business in 1978, in downtown Toronto before moving to his current location. Preferring to have a closer relationship with his clients, Vanig settled in Lorne Park. “I wanted a more intimate relationship with people, to share my passion for jewellery with my clients,” he explains. “I’ve served many of the same families for years.”

While he admits that diamonds are forever, Vanig is also quick to argue that there is also a whole world of precious and semi-precious gems available that are just as breathtaking. Offering pearls, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, garnet, amethyst, blue topaz, citrine, tourmaline and more, Vanig will help you select the stones personally with the finest, most exquisite cut, at an affordable price.

Vanig greets many of his customers on a first-name basis, having taken the time to get to know their personality and their preferences. Whatever your taste in jewellery, Vanig’s passion for superlative craftsmanship and penchant for perfectionism is unparalleled. A true master craftsman who creates many of the designs that are displayed in his shop, Vanig started as an apprentice at the age of 16.

If nothing but a diamond will do, Lorne Park Jewellers believes in showcasing stones that are mined, cut and polished in Canada instead of imports. “Some of the most beautiful diamonds in the world come from the Northwest Territories and parts of Northern Ontario,” Vanig says.

His vast knowledge about the jewellery industry is as rare as some of the precious stones he works with to create jewellery from his workshop in the back of the store. “Sometimes, I wake up at 2 a.m. with a design in my head,” Vanig laughs, “and I can’t get back to sleep until I’ve sketched it on paper.” Vanig truly lives in his passion.

“We’ve been in the business for a combined 50 plus years,” Vanig says, “so its advice you can trust.”

Lorne Park Jewellers offers a stunning selection of gold, platinum and gemset jewellery for any budget or preference. Vanig’s assistant, Hortensia Grilo, specializes in gem-cutting and lapidary and together they can provide custom designs and creative remounts in classic, contemporary or original settings.

From the finest Canadian diamonds to coloured gemstones, pearls, engagement rings and wedding bands, earrings, bracelets, brooches, pendants, necklaces and rings for any taste, Lorne Park Jewellers is your best choice as a destination for your jewellery.

“We can take older pieces and reset them in a more modern setting, right on the premises,” he explains. Goldsmithing and designing services are located in the rear of the shop.

Join Lorne Park Jewellers for their 10th Anniversary Celebration November 19th-21st. Lorne Park Jewellers is located at 1107 Lorne Park Road, Unit 20. Visit www.lorneparkjewellers.ca or call 905-891-0001.

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The winning results are in for Buskerfest 10!

Mississauga Music Walk of Fame

By Albert Peres

The winners were...... Toby Award - Alakazam, People’s Choice Award – Dream State Circus, The Director’s Choice Award – USA Breakdancers and Xtreme Award winner – Zap Circus. Thank you for voting at Buskerfest 10.

New members were inducted into the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame on Sunday, September 13 during the Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival.

The four inductees were: Neil Dixon the founding father and innovative architect of the annual Canadian Music Week. Mr Dixon was establishing partner of Solid Gold Records, which brought home multiple platinum and double platinum albums and earned eight Junos; John Bride a versatile guitarist who has played with legendary Toronto bands including The Ugly Ducklings, Cameo Blues Band, and Shooter; Denny Doherty member of the legendary folk-rock group The Mamas and Papas. Mr. Doherty, who died suddenly in 2007, was represented by this daughter Emberly; and Rob Wells a very talented writer, arranger and producer of music for records, TV and movies.

Toby Award winner - Alakazam

The Mississauga Music Walk of Fame, located in Port Credit Memorial Park, was established in 2012 with the support Ward 1 Councillor Jim Tovey. To date, there have been 17 inductees included rockabilly star Ronnie Hawkins, jazz pianist Oscar Peterson. To qualify, a nominee must have been born or spent a significant amount of time in Mississauga and have contributed greatly to local community as well as their profession. A committee of citizens then review the list and chooses the final inductees.

Director's Choice Award winner - USA Breakdancers

2015 Mississauga Walk of Fame sponsors: Enersource, Port Credit BIA and The Shores of Port Credit.

New members were inducted into the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame on Sunday, September 13 during the Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival.

Left to right: Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie, Neil Dixon, John Bride, Councillor Jim Tovey, Emberly daughter of Denny Doherty, Rob Wells.

Xtreme Award winner- Zap Circus

People's Choice Award Winner - Dream State Circus

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30 Years Older

Are you…

By Marion Klinnert, Private Moments Lingerie and Ladies Wear

By Crystal Mallari, Owner R3 Evolution Fitness Studio

Unhappy with body parts, energy levels, lifestyle?

Embarrassed for asking questions about how to lose weight, not knowing the rules?

Annoyed with being labelled as “lazy” for struggling with your weight?

Intimidated by the unrealistic images of the “perfect body on billboards, posters and social media?”

The continuation from my last article penned “30 Years Young”!

I am 30 years older from the time I started my business in 1985. Did I ever think that I would still be here, namely Port Credit and think what I think now? I don’t know what I was doing then would be called thinking. The expression used often about me by my peers and business associates was “Flying by the seat of her pants”. Many of us with fledgling businesses were doing just that. No books were written about life, no life coaches, no peer support, and little guidance. No internet, no social media.

Are you sick and tired of trying to achieve an unrealistic body and all you want is to be yourself?

(Just better) Chances of finding the answers to these questions at a “big box” gym are pretty low or REALLY expensive. R3 Evolution Fitness Studio is a boutique fitness studio specializing in small group training and weight loss challenges, suited for all ages and fitness levels.

So what I did was just that; fly by the seat of my pants. Fail, get up and start over. Flounder, keep going. Sure, things were tough but being young and naïve did work in my favour. Faith, tenacity, hard work and a whole lot of luck! But also the right people crossed my path. Now they are called mentors.

For owner and founder of R3, Crystal, transitioning from the Broadway stage to the gym floor and fitness studio was flawless, due to her ongoing quest to continually better her own body, mind and spirit. Crystal is a certified personal trainer, certified group fitness instructor and Adler Trained Life Coach. With 10 years of professional experience in the fitness industry, including fitness managing at a well-known fitness chain, acquiring certifications in disciplines such as Pilates and Kickboxing, leading her own boot camp class called R3VOLVE BOOT CAMP, guiding many satisfied clients to their fitness goals, Crystal’s clients and class participants have created and coined the term being “Crystallized”.

They steered me in the right direction and haven’t failed me. One gal, Sandra Meyers truly left a mark. She straight out said “if you’re going to be in this business BE in this business”. Know everything there is to know and be the best. Stay on top of the industry. Stay alert and stick to it!

There will be hard times yes but the good times will be great. I will always be indebted to her. At the same time, a sales rep showed up at the door selling mastectomy products. I signed on and learned everything I could and haven’t looked back.

The birth of R3 Evolution has grown up to be the CHEERS of fitness studios.

When you walk into R3, everyone knows your name.

They say some things happen for a reason. 30 years after the opening of my business I’m feeling that I am making a difference, though not legacy time yet! Helping women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, providing products and information to help with the healing process and quality of life is truly very rewarding. In a perfect world I wouldn’t have to do what I do, but it’s not a perfect world.

At R3 you’ll experience the benefits of one-on-one personal training in class environment. You’ll experience hands on instruction, nurturing encouragement and support from all our coaches. Form and technique are at the fore-front of every class, for anyone at every fitness level.

At R3 you are congratulated and recognized for every minor and major achievement accomplished. We are a community of fitness enthusiasts and endorphin junkies who care. We cater to those who prefer not to get “lost” in a cold, big box gym. At R3 size doesn’t matter. All that matters is you try. Give your best. That’s all.

It is October as you read this, the month set aside to bring awareness to the ugly monster we call Cancer. If you have the opportunity to give funds please consider Trillium Health Partners/Betty Wallace Breast Screening Center. The centre is a member of the Trillium group of hospitals in our own back yard and provides an invaluable service to women in the surrounding area. Please remember that early detection saves lives.

R3 is celebrating our 3rd Year Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 7th and we’d like to personally invite you! With a FREE “Secrets to Losing Weight Seminar”, free classes ALL DAY, door prizes and more, you’ll have the opportunity to experience for R3 Evolution for yourself!

In closing, I would like to say that I’m not flying by the seat of my pants any more but that would be a fib. I’m trying to learn how to play Bridge! Wishing you all a good day and most of all, good health.

To reserve your seat at our seminar and to book a FREE class on our birthday, please email us at info@r3evolution.com and your name will be entered into a draw to win a 2 WEEKS UNLIMITED CLASS PASS!

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Solstice Restaurant and Wine Bar Celebrates 10 Successful Years in Business

By Lindsay Howe

Solstice Restaurant and Wine Bar is a family owned and operated, fine dining restaurant offering exceptional quality and value. The combination of excellent food and friendly service keeps customers returning to Solstice Restaurant. The Angheloni brothers Vince, John Paul and Andrew opened Solstice Restaurant in Clarkson in 2005.

They jumped on the opportunity to own a promising space in a great neighbourhood.

Solstice Restaurant and Wine Bar has seen adaptions over the years to improve the look and functionality of the space. The Angheloni brothers’ vision for an elegant private dining room came to fruition in 2007. This adaption completely changed business, setting Solstice apart from other fine dining restaurants. Not only does Solstice Restaurant seat 150 guests, but it also has the largest dining room in the city!

Co-owner Vince Angheloni reflects on the past decade explaining, “We have evolved a great deal as a business and family over the years. The most rewarding part of our business has been retaining so many amazing regular guests and sharing our culinary dreams with them!”

Andrew, John Paul and Vince To celebrate its milestone 10th anniversary, Solstice will also be revamping their menu to include such signature Italian dishes as house gnocchi and brick pressed organic chicken. Currently, Solstice is celebrating their annual Sea Food Festival, which runs until October 5th. Come out to Solstice Restaurant to experience their mouth-watering selection of fresh seafood and fish. The Sea Food Festival menu features a prefixed 3-course menu, with prices ranging from $36- $48.

At Solstice Restaurant you can order traditional Italian cuisine and wine that you wouldn’t expect to experience in Mississauga. The food and wine is inspired by Europe, reflecting what the top Italian restaurants are serving in Italy today.

Co-owner John Paul is Solstice’s celebrated head chef who combines his unique talent for cooking and creativity to create delicious Italian dishes his guests will savor. John Paul underwent a three-year apprentice training in Italy and travelled all over the country. The Angheloni brothers are experts on Italian cuisine from studying the field to embarking on research tours across Italy to understand what is happening there, in order to bring authentic Italian dishes back to their guests.

Solstice restaurant is heavily involved in community events and activities happening in Clarkson Village. Not only are the Angheloni brothers involved in all BIA (Business Improvement Area) events, they are the founders and organizers of the popular Taste of Clarkson culinary festival. Solstice restaurant is also connected with countless charitable events and are more than happy to help out with donations whenever they are asked.

Solstice Restaurant serves only the freshest ingredients available. Their comprehensive menu of appetizers, soups, salads, seafood, pizzas, steaks and pastas feature some of the best Italian cuisine in the GTA. The chefs at Solstice let their fresh ingredients and quality food do the talking; they don’t over decorate their dishes with garnishes. Instead, the emphasis is on the quality of the food and the succulent taste their dishes offer.

Vince, John Paul and Andrew would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for 10 years of support. They consider it an honour and a pleasure to take care of their guests and they look forward to many, many more years of doing so. Congratulations to Solstice Restaurant and Wine Bar for reaching this milestone!

Looking ahead, Solstice will be undergoing renovations over the next year, including revamping their private dining room in the new-year. Throughout next year, renovations will be taking place to the remainder of the restaurant.

The upgrades made will give the interior a more European inspired ambiance.

Experience a little taste of Italy; visit Solstice Restaurant and Wine Bar. Solstice Restaurant is located at 1801 Lakeshore Road West in Clarkson Village. Follow Solstice on Twitter: @SolsticeWineBar or join their Facebook page. For menu choices visit Solstice on the web at www.solsticerestaurant.ca.

Contact the restaurant by phone at 905-822-1801.

Cable Trimmed Slouchy Materials: 180m of chunky yarn • 5.5mm 16” circ. 6mm 24” circ, 6mm dpns Sample is made in Mineville Wool Project #1702 Cashmere/wool blend • Gauge: 14st/4” on 6mm in stocking st

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Shape Crown Next row: (k7, k2tog) repeat for round.

Next row and all alternate rows knit.

Next row: (k6, k2tog) repeat for round.

Each dec round you will knit one less st between the k2tog until you work the row that is k2tog all the way around. Work one more round of k2tog. Cut your yarn approx 10”.

Thread onto a darning needle and run the yarn through the remaining sts.

Pull tight and weave end in on the wrong side. Sew the ends of the cable together.

Cable trim: With 5.5mm needles cast on 12sts. Work back and forth.

Row 1: Knit Row 2: K2, p8, k2 Rows 3-6: as rows 1&2 Row 7: K2, CB8, k2 Row 8: as row 2 Rows 9-12: as rows 1&2 These 12 rows form cable pattern. Repeat 9 times in total. Strip should measure approx. 20” Cast off leaving last st live.

Pick up 74sts along edge of cable including the st on needle from cast off.

Join in round and knit two rounds.

Abbreviations: CB8-slip next 4 sts onto a cable needle and leave at back of work. Knit next 4sts, knit 4 sts from cable needle k2tog- knit 2 together m1- lift the strand of yarn that runs between the two needles from front to back with left hand needle and knit into the back of loop

Next row: k3, *m1, k5, m1, k4* repeat between *’s to ending with k3 . 90sts. Change to 6mm needles and work in stocking st until piece measures 6” from top of cable.

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Changes for Lakeshore and Stavebank

Put Your Money Where You Can See It

By Silvia Yeomans, Queen Spectacle

On September 24th, Councillor Jim Tovey along with Mayor Bonnie Crombie and former Mayor Hazel McCallion celebrated a special ground breaking ceremony on Stavebank Road and Lakeshore Road.

We are surrounded by small business in Canada. Literally. Here are some interesting Canadian statistics: Did you know that more than 98% of businesses in Canada; that’s over 1 million businesses are small businesses?

The ceremony marked the beginning of construction and restoration of the historic Port Credit Post Office and the future of Stavebank Road to include a new 40,000 square foot office building.

As of 2012, small businesses employed over 7.7 million individuals in Canada, or 69.7% of the total private labour force.

The intersection will be re-aligned as CIBC will move to a new location in Port Credit in 2016.

Small businesses created a little over 100,000 jobs, on average, between 2002 and 2012, accounting for almost 78 % of all private jobs created.

When you consider how many small businesses surround you in your day, it’s impressive to think how much hard work, dedication and labour goes into making their businesses both successful and stay successful. Yet, many Canadians still go to the chain stores without considering their local merchants. Whether it’s filling a prescription at a local pharmacy vs. Walmart or picking up eggs and milk at a local corner store vs. your nearest Costco, small businesses are often overlooked for all the wrong reasons. Customers assume that pricing will automatically be higher at a small business vs. a corporate store, and they forget the perks that many small businesses offer such as customer care, inventory selection and community support.

Before you make your next purchase, whatever it may be, consider some of these interesting points of the businesses here in town: Better inventory. Small businesses have access to some of the same suppliers as many large corporations. Large corporations have the restrictions of only carrying some of the product from the different suppliers (in large quantities), whereas the small business owners have access to the full product line and offer a larger variety. If they don’t have a product, they are more willing to order it right away and stay on top of the orders. As a small business owner, they will go above and beyond to provide the best customer service to the consumer.

Personalized customer service. It’s about word of mouth. Small businesses don’t have a disposable amount of money to spend on advertising and competing with the corporate stores for consumers to shop with them.

The merchants in town are more hands on and provide exceptional customer care. To be different is what makes the consumer “tell their friends, and their friends tell their friends...”

Giving back to the community. Have you ever tried fundraising for your child’s school or their hockey team or a local cause? It’s your local businesses that give back to your community. You are more likely to get the support of a local business with volunteer time and money to make the community stronger and more united.

The merchants are also the consumers in town. If you need something in town, it’s your local merchants that will tell you who can help you with the best products and service. We all shop in town too!

Supporting small business in your neighbourhood allows your neighbourhood to flourish and selfishly gives you the best customer care that you want for yourself and your family.

Two upcoming campaigns promoting small business triggered this talk amongst my neighbours. BDC Small Business Week is from October 18-24 and Yellow Pages nationwide campaign to shop local: Shop the Neighbourhood is on November 28th.

Save the dates and support your local businesses in our community.

For more information about this article, suggestions for future articles, or if you have any questions about your family’s eye care, feel free to contact me at silvia@queenspectacle.com.

Silvia Yeomans is the owner of Queen Spectacle. Queen Spectacle has locations in Port Credit, Streetville and The Kingsway. They are a full eye care team recognized for their service excellence. For more information, visit their website at www.queenspectacle.com

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When Losing a Spouse Deals a Financial Blow

Theresa Baird – Broker Keller Williams Realty Solutions 647-298-0997 I have a highly capable and effective service provider team that I work with and wanted to introduce you to a very unique aspect of Jennifer Black’s Business.

- Find a “decision partner”, someone to use as a sounding board for discussing options and ideas.

- If you haven’t already been part of the family’s financial dealings, start making a file. As statements are received (bank accounts, investments, RRSTs, insurance, etc.) add to the file and when you are ready, get professional help dealing with them.

We come across as Realtors to many clients who have found themselves without their husband or wife and are struggling with all the advice they are given or lack thereof. Jennifer is a Certified Financial Planner and Canadian Investment Manager. She is also the co-author of Managing Alone, a financial guide for individuals dealing with the difficulties of losing a spouse. When a friend’s husband died suddenly, a few years ago, Jennifer saw that families needed some financial guidance to help them through this difficult time; figuring out cash flow, building new financial plans and getting their feet on steady ground. So she started a website called Widowed.ca as a free online resource for new Canadian widows and widowers, in conjunction with her Mississauga financial planning firm Dedicated Finance Solutions.

If you, or someone you know is, dealing with, a grieving widow – Managing Alone is a book on financial planning for widows and widowers, written by a mother daughter Financial Planning team, Jennifer Black & Janet Baccarani. After developing Widowed.ca they realized there still wasn’t anything else out there that would provide financial guidance to a widow or widower during such a difficult time. The book is easy to read. It is composed of stories of people who have come to them after the death of their spouse and have been interested in sharing their stories to help others avoid the problems that they faced.

The sudden death of a spouse comes as a shock at any age. The spouse left behind may simply want to grieve, but some decisions need to be made right away. The mountain of financial questions that come after a partner’s death can, at first, appear insurmountable; how do my taxes change? Am I entitled to benefits? Should I change my investments? Recalculate cash flow? Downsize my home? The first step, before asking those questions, is to get organized. Here are a few excerpts from Jennifer’s recent article featured in the Globe & Mail.

Each story is followed by financial advice on what to do next and what is most important. The back of the book also has additional resources with checklists.

Here are a few reviews for “Managing Alone” Using real life stories and real life solutions, based on their extensive experience as financial advisors, Jennifer Black and Janet Baccarani, offer insight, counsel, direction, encouragement and most important, specific information to guide recent widows and widowers through the financial transition to the next stage of their lives. This book could be the most valuable gift anyone could give or receive.

George Hartman, Managing Director, Accretive Advisor

Tips for the recently widowed: -Keep a bank account with a spouse’s name longer than you would think. Sometimes a cheque may come in later and if the bank account has been closed, it can be difficult to cash the cheque.

I could relate to all the stories and advice throughout the book. I would recommend this book to anyone that has recently lost their spouse. I wish that it had been available when I became a widow – it would have saved me from some painful mistakes that cost me a lot of money.

Mary Francis, Author of “The Sisterhood of Widows”, and Certified Grief Recovery Specialist I have a number of clients who I have offered this book to at no charge and if you contact me I would be pleased to share a free copy of Managing Alone, with you as well. I have a full roster of great service providers so if you’re looking for painter, handymen, landscapers, electricians, movers etc. Never hesitate to give me a call.

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Seasoning (a pinch of salt)

By Ric Cooper, Ric’s Recollection Fall is beginning to look like it might be better weather than the past summer and with the change of seasons, record companies are already gearing up for the holiday shopping.

Looking forward a bit, November brings retailers Black Friday, huge in the States but getting big in Canada as well. Record companies will be releasing special product for this event. It has become record store day part 2 with lots of cool collectibles.

This year, it seems that box sets are going to be the “hot thing”. Many classic rock bands including Queen, Chicago, New Order, Doors and too many more to list are releasing entire catalogues in a box set format. Some of these will be deluxe versions with coloured vinyl and coffee table style books. I’ve already seen some of the pricing and let me say, you have to be a die-hard fan or quite rich to be able to afford them!

Next time I’ll highlight some of the better (in my mind) new releases.

Please remember to shop local, stay out of the malls if possible!

Ric’s Recollections is located at 257 Lakeshore Road East.

Visit www.ricrec.com or call 905-891-1523 for more information.

Combine that and the box set greatest hits packages by Led Zeppelin, Grateful Dead and others will have store shelves bursting at the seams!

It’s important to remember that many of these sets will be digitally re-mastered and will have CD sound quality. Deciphering which ones are digital versus analogue mastering will become a game for audiophiles! In previous columns I’ve mentioned that many people are getting into records as a fad. Too many are buying “cheap” record players in all-in-one systems. It is only common sense that if the speakers are thumpin’ with the tunes, the vibrations will cause the needle to skip out of the grooves!

What’s worse is the fact that the problems are almost always evident with new 180 – 200 gram pressings. These companies are aware of the problems and as of now, have not offered a “fix” to their inferior product. I’m surprised that some of my competitors are carrying these units, must be that they don’t care for their customer and only want to make a quick buck. Shame on these stores!

Denis MastroMonaco MUsic Director & c o n D U c t o r

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Masterworks

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Gordon O. Stockman, BComm., CPA, CA, CFP, CIM Vice President – Financial Planning, Efficient Wealth Management Inc. Ontario is launching a review of regulations relating to financial advisors and planners to help investors and consumers make informed investment and financial choices, as well as enhance oversight in this sector.

such strategy. In a sales strategy, the outcome is the shared result for the participants in the strategy. In the case of advice, for the outcome to be clear, positive and non-harmful to the recipient, the outcome needs to be focused on the recipient of the advice. Usefulness is only possible if the advice is trusted.

Unlike many financial service sectors in Ontario, financial advisors and planners are not subject to general regulatory oversight, which could leave consumers and investors vulnerable. This review will focus on addressing this gap by examining more tailored regulations. To conduct such a review, the Ontario government appointed an Expert Committee to Consider Financial Advisory and Financial Planning Policy Alternatives. The committee is taking submissions from the public. Last issue we shared my submission about the possibility of registration to provide “security advice only”. This issue I will share Efficient Wealth’s submission to the committee, which concerns itself with the need to increase responsibility and obligations for any firm or individual providing Advice.

Financial advice is different from financial planning. Advice encompasses the ideas of faith, trust and confidence that create a dependency when advice is rendered. Planning encompasses only compilation, assembly and delivery without the acceptance of responsibility by the preparer. However, financial planning may result in financial advice. It is the provision of this advice portion that raises the bar. As soon as a service is proffered as containing advice, the obligation inherent should be seen as offered and accepted and be deemed sufficient for the creation of a fiduciary relationship. Advice creates a much higher responsibility to the recipient than planning or salesmanship.

Financial planning, done well, is broad reaching, comprehensive, difficult and like all important tasks would hopefully be conducted by competent individuals with adequate training, education and experience. As a CPA, CA most of my work product is non-regulated and able to be performed by any individual that wants to hold themselves out as an accountant. The use of the term Chartered Professional Accountant is reserved solely for those members of CPA Associations but anyone can call them self an Accountant. Anyone can perform accounting tasks. It is our demonstrated professionalism and the marketplace that will work out whom to engage for accounting and tax work.

Likewise anyone can do financial planning but Certified Financial Planners have demonstrated a commitment to education, training and ethics as expected from a professional. Again this professionalism and the marketplace will work out whom to engage for the important task of financial planning.

Advice is a Great Responsibility. Our premise is simple. The word advice is the issue, not the words financial or planning.

When I am purchasing something, anything, I do not want advice from the salesperson. I may want features and benefits. I may want to discuss price, terms and conditions. I may wish to gather more data on usefulness or suitability to meet my requirement. I may desire quality and warranty assurances. I am a willing participant in the sales strategy and the whole sales process, from beginning to closing, should be considered to be just that; a well thought out strategy. Outcomes are clear. I am sure of what I possess, the strategy is closed and errors in acquisition are mine.

When I am seeking advice, about anything, I do not want a sales strategy. I am seeking guidance or another view. I may want information, an opinion or a suggestion. I may wish to receive a recommendation as to an appropriate choice. I may desire some background on the provider to evaluate capability of the individual. I may seek credentials to judge knowledge and skills. I may establish their profession to evaluate quality and standards of advice. I am willing to trust and consider what is offered. Outcome is the acceptance of trust; a dependency. I must trust the advisor to act on his knowledge and experience, not mine. What is received is helping me to decide whether I wish or need to enter a sales strategy. Advice to enter should not come from within

For Financial advice, there is no current regulatory scheme that captures and clarifies the responsibilities and obligations created by providing financial advice.

Regulations in the investment industry are concentrated on the conduct of trades. The investment industry regulators require no offering of or the mechanism to accept the obligation to act in the best interest of the recipient of any advice, financial or investment. The self-regulatory organizations (SROs) that register members for trading activities currently do not allow the assumption of such responsibility. Advice, whether it’s good, bad or poorly formed is evaluated only on a commercial basis and as to its suitability.

Financial advice should be clarified as an activity that gives rise to a relationship wherein one person has an obligation to act in another’s interest ahead of their own interest. The obligations accepted by an individual in whom another has placed the utmost trust and confidence to protect them. This is often referred to as a fiduciary relationship. Consumer protection enactment of this would be welcome.

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Financial Planning requires no regulation beyond normal consumer protections.

Titles for individuals providing Financial Planning require no modification or regulation. However, Sales Representatives should be easily identifiable as such with mandatory disclosure of same. Advisors that wish to proceed beyond the sales process and either advertises or offers advice should be immediately captured with standards applicable to the provision of advice.

Financial Advice should be regulated through a requirement to accept fiduciary responsibility for the advice and belong to a recognized professional organization that requires the same.

Efficient Wealth Management Inc. was created to provide unbiased, independent, superior financial planning advice, on an Advice for a Fee basis. Our extended mission is to bring portfolio manager services bundled with full financial planning to investors with less than 1 million dollars. We have been designing and utilizing strategic ETF portfolios for over 12 years, letting us return control of the cost of financial planning and investment management to the investor.

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Gordon is a Chartered Accountant (CA), a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and a Chartered Investment Manager (CIM). He has close to 20 years of experience in Financial Planning and Portfolio Management and over 35 years in Tax Planning. Gordon is a frequent guest on television and has written numerous articles on investing and financial planning. He has also taught Financial Services and Accounting courses at local colleges.

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An Evening of Led Zeppelin - Live in the Houses of the Holy

Michael White & The White feasturing St. Stephens, First United & Korean Children’s Choirs Led Zeppelin’s music will echo through the high ceilings of one of Port Credit’s ‘Houses Of The Holy’, when Michael White & The White bring the sounds of Zeppelin to First United Church on October 17th.

Performing in churches with youth choirs and orchestras is an idea that occurred to Mr. White several years ago. In 2007 the band started performing with well-known orchestras such as the Vancouver Symphony and the Richmond Hill Philharmonic. At that time, he thought about how playing Led Zeppelin songs such as ‘Stairway to Heaven’ in a church would be an interesting concept. The St. Stephens, First United & Korean Children’s Choirs will sing with the band on songs such as Your Time Is Gonna Come, Thank You and more.

The show will feature two classic albums (Led Zeppelin 1 & 2) performed in their entirety plus three local youth choirs as well, incorporating an incredible multimedia visual extravaganza on a big screen backdrop. This classic rock live concert will have even the most ardent Led Zeppelin fans cheering for more.

After Beatlemania, The White was the first musical group to be known as a tribute band. Mr. White formed the The White in 1977. Since then, the group has played over 5,000 shows to over a million fans around the world.

Although he has been performing Led Zeppelin’s music for so many years, Mr. White doesn’t get tired of it. “I love it,” he said. “The music is as vital today as it ever was.” At one recent show in particular, Mr. White said three generations attended together.

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A Long Branch based musician, Mr. White is no stranger to Port Credit, having performed many times in the community in the 1980s and 1990s.

Michael White & The White are currently the resident band at The Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto where they perform each month. Each concert enacts one of Led Zeppelin’s 10 studio albums in what the band calls its Discography Series. He is also the leader of the Q107 House Band that performs on the morning show with John Derringer.

Don’t miss Michael White & The White with the St. Stephens, First United & Korean Children’s Choirs when they take the stage at First United Church located at 151 Lakeshore Road West in Port Credit on October 17th, 2015.

They will perform two classic albums, Led Zeppelin 1 & 2. Hear Led Zeppelin like never before! All Ages Welcome and doors open at 7 p.m. and show starts at 8 p.m.

PERFORMED LIVE IN THE HOUSES OF THE HOLY

Michael White & The White

Tickets $30 (plus applicable charges) and are available at TICKETBREAK. COM 1-866-943-8849, Ric’s Recollection’s, 257A Lakeshore Rd. East and Impressionable Gifts & Decor - 74 Lakeshore Road Rd. East.

FEAT. ST. STEPHEN’S, FIRST UNITED & KOREAN CHILDREN’S CHOIR

Oct 17th - 8 pm First UNITED CHURCH 151 Lakeshore Rd. W - Port credit

Tickets $30 +hst

The first annual Etobicoke Jazz Festival, presenting great talent at 8 local venues.

For info, see our website

all ages welcome

Ticketbreak.com 1-866-943-8849 RIC’S RECOLLECTIONS 257 LAKESHORE RD EAST IMPRESSIONABLE GIFTS 74 LAKESHORE RD EAST

LED ZEPPELIN I

LED ZEPPELIN II

TWO CLASSIC ALBUMS PERFORMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY

More Info: www.thewhite.biz facebook.com/underthewhitehouse “Michael White sings Led Zeppelin, I sing Robert Plant” - Robert Plant

“Michael White does it best” - Jimmy Page

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