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While musician Tom Petty likely wasn’t decrying lengthy health care delays when he wrote The Waiting is the Hardest Part, many Ontario patients facing prolonged waits for a host of procedures can no doubt relate to the sentiment behind the song.

Aside from dealing with pain accompanying many untreated ailments, patients forced to wait too long for treatment frequently experience worse outcomes once they do receive care, explained Patients Canada chair Michael Decter, who co-authored the 2006 report Navigating Canada’s Health Care. Decter went on to say there has been "slippage" since initial progress was made on wait times in 2004.

A November 2016 report from the Fraser Institute, entitled Waiting Your Turn: Wait Times for Health Care in Canada, paints a pretty dismal picture of what waiting for care currently looks like.

The average wait time from referral by a family doctor to treatment has ballooned from 9.3 weeks in 1993 to 20 weeks today. Ontario’s average wait time of 15.6 weeks is better than the national average, but still not worth celebrating compared to some other jurisdictions with universal health care.

"I think medical wait times have become the defining feature of Canada’s health-care system," noted Bacchus Barua, a senior economist with the right-leaning think tank who co-authored the report.

David Jensen, a spokesperson for Ontario’s Ministry of Health, said the province has invested more than $1.9 billion since 2003/4 to fund additional procedures to trim wait times and that nearly $78 million per year is being invested to allow 6,468 surgical procedures and more than 237,000 hours of operation for MRI and CT tests.

That’s all well and good, but there has to be more to the government’s approach than simply throwing increasing sums of money at the problem, especially when you consider that health care already makes up $51.8 billion of the province’s $133.9-billion budget.

Provincial and federal governments in Canada can and should look to other jurisdictions with universal health care systems to see what successes they’ve had with respect to wait times and try and emulate them here.

With stress on the system only projected to grow as the population ages, the time for swift, decisive action is now.

Patients waiting too long are people waiting too long to get on with their lives.

Simply put, a lengthy wait to receive necessary health care adds insult to injury.

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I have noted that the City of Markham is now communicating in languages other than the two official languages of Canada.

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I have asked my councillor about this and she refused to comment. I have written, on two occasions, to Mayor Frank Scarpitti, but he refuses to address my queries.

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Developers must respect tree-cutting rules Re: Markham tree cut spurs demand for higher fines; developer blames ’jealousy,’ Feb. 7.

Thanks for shedding light on this critical issue.

The developer’s comments are offensive. This has nothing to do with "jealousy," as he puts it, and everything to do with the fact that in Canada - and especially the city of Markham we respect and value our natural environment, parks and pond systems.

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I have always enjoyed walking on Gainsville because of the trees; some of them are well over 100 years old. People come from all over to enjoy Toogood Pond and the nature that surrounds it.

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Albanese, together with Newmarket-Aurora MPP Chris Ballard, were at Blue Hills Child and Family Centre in Aurora to make an announcement.

The provincial government is giving not-forprofit organizations a boost through the new Partnership Grant Program.

Not only do not-for-profit organizations play an important role, but they also contribute close to $67 billion annually, Albanese said.

The province is providing $4.1 million over the next two years through a new grant program, the Partnership Grant Program.

The program will provide grants and funding for 21 projects that will help organizations attract, retain and maintain volunteers.

Blue Hills Child and Family Centre as well as the Community Inclusivity and Equity Council of York Region (CIECYR) were among 21 grant recipients.

Blue Hills received more than $145,000 to launch a project dealing with inclusive leadership.

CIECYR received close to $150,000 to develop an equity training module to train 25 equity facilitators across the province and to create a virtual library of resources.

The program aims to provide nonprofit organizations with training on how to hire, retain volunteers and provide services that are equitable.

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Viewing leadership, volunteers and services through an equity lens would also produce corrective measures, he added.

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Plans are already underway for the 2017 Manga Hoedown, the annual country western event that rocks the stage in Aurora.

To kick things off, Magna International and the 2017 Magna Hoedown Committee are hosting an information session for all York Region charities, non-profits and community organizations interested in learning how to become a Magna Hoedown recipient.

The information session is Feb. 23, 7 p.m. at Aurora Town Hall, 100 John West Way. This is an opportunity for new applicants and former recipients to learn about the application process, how to submit an application and expectations.

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"We want to set applicants up for success, make sure they know the requirements and don’t have false expectations."

Selected recipients are expected to engage with the community, assist in ticket and raffle sales, and setup the week leading up to and the day of the annual event.

The information session is also an opportunity for similar, smaller organizations to team up and collaborate, drawn upon and share resources.

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"The Hoedown can’t happen without volunteers," Hinder said. "It’s those same people who roll up their sleeves and get involved."

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Applicable to NCF contracts only. Not combinable with fleet discounts and not applicable to cash purchase buyers. This offer is for units in participating Ontario Nissan retailers’ stock only. Offer not eligible for program protection. Certain conditions apply.

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100% Turkey, Traditionally Raised

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Spectacular Renovation with Gourmet Kitchen Featuring Exotic Wood Cabinets, Quartzite Countertops, Travertine Stone & Centre Island, Natural Oak Hardwood Thru-Out, Oak Staircase/Railings, Beautiful Master Bedroom with 5Pc “Spa” Ensuite W/ Seamless Glass Shower, Free Standing Soaker Tub & Floating Vanity, Interlocking Driveway, Walkways & Patio, Fully Fenced property.

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Approximately 6 Miles From Sunderland Off Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc. Brokerage Highway 7 & 12.

LIVE AND WORK ON YOUR OWN PROPERTY! Opportunity To Purchase A Successful Framing/Gift Business W/Established Clientele. Incredible Location Walking Distance To Lake Simcoe And All Amenities. Stunning Home Boasts 5 Beds, 4 Baths, Kitchen W/Granite Countertops, Dining Room With W/O To Flagstone Patio, Fenced Yard W/Landscaping And Hot Tub.

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Desirable Brookview Terrace. Enjoy the tranquil sunsets & ravine view from your private balcony in this 900+ sq ft NW corner penthouse unit. Entertainer’s delight w open concept design w 9 ft ceilings, modern kitchen overlooking living/dining rm combo, spacious master bdrm w his/hers closets & 4pc ensuite. Second bdrm w northern view. Bonus 3pc bath w shower, ensuite laundry, custom blinds, underground pk spot, party/meeting rm, close to amenities.

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Gleaming Hardwood Floors on Main/Second level. Open Concept Great Room. Eat-In Kitchen w/ Breakfast Bar, Backsplash, Walk out to Balcony for BBQ. Fabulous Finished Basement w/Wet Bar, B/I Fridge, 3pc bath, Wired for Surround.

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Welcome home to the heart of The Kingsway! Boasting the ideal locale for all conveniences/transit & walking distance to soughtafter Lambton Kingsway PS. This beautiful, newly renovated, well loved, family home exudes comfort and charm with bright, functional space, spacious principal rooms, and an entertainer’s delight backyard with newer party-size deck, modern kitchen & baths, newer flooring thru-out; pot lights; bsmt reno+++

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Luxuriously renovated with second-to-none finishes. Custom marble & stone work, hand carved woodwork ++ Master retreat w/ oversize spa-like ensuite & walk-out to private balcony. Entertainer’s delight finished lower level with cognac/cigar room & wine cellar.

6-car tandem garage+++

$6,280,000

$7,958,000

Richmond Hill

Cachet Estates presents a modern-day castle on a hill on 1.2 acres with all the bells and whistles. Featuring elegance and superior craftsmanship, this home offers 9573 square feet (above-grade) of luxury with 5 +1 bdrs; 9 baths; 6 car-tandem garage; elevator; 2 main level kitchens; huge covered terrace w/built-in kitchen; finished bsmt with walk-out, family room, nanny’s quarters, exercise rm, theatre rm, huge mud room, heated floors+++ The list is endless!

$7,488,000

Open house: 128 White Lotus Circ., Sun 2-4

This custom-built home with 8200 sq. ft. of luxurious living space is just steps to the lake. Featuring 4+1 bdrs all with ensuites, 10 ft+ main level ceilings, Downsview Kitchen, with Wolf, Sub-Zero & Miele appls, 5 fireplaces, master suite w/large walk-in custom closet, finished lower level with walkup, rec room, theatre room, exercise room, 3-car tandem garage+++

$1,688,800

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Richmond Hill

Prime Richmond Hill renovated family home! Boasting the ideal locale for all conveniences/transit & high-ranking, sought-after, Bayview Secondary School district. Featuring 2 + 2 bedrooms, hardwood floors, finished lower level with potential income, open concept-style with living room and 2nd kitchen, bedroom, bathroom+++

Beautiful custom built 6 bedroom, all with ensuites and walk-in closets, 9 bathroom estate home, nestled on a 1 acre, private, ravine lot with peaceful natural surroundings, in prime Richmond Hill. Featuring approximately 10,000 square feet of luxury with a welcoming and inviting foyer, a spectacular centre hall layout with cathedral ceilings, coffered ceilings, crown mouldings, wainscotting, gourmet kitchen, a finished lower level with walk-up, 4-car garage, geothermal heating+++

$1,299,000

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$4,288,000

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Create drama with bold paint colours Painting is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to transform the look of a space. Paint colours can dramatically change the mood and the design of a home. And depending on a homeowner’s goals, paint can make a statement or blend into the background.

Many people are now looking to bold colours to make spaces stand out. But choosing a paint colour can be challenging for some.

Homeowners looking to update walls and complement decor may want to look at some of the more impactful colours that Pantone indicates will be popular for the 2017 season. Primrose Yellow, Lapis Blue, Flame, Pink Yarrow, and 2017’s colour of the year, Greenery, are some of the more eyecatching selections.

Once colours are selected, consider these guidelines for using bolder colours in room designs.

DECIDE HOW BIG AN IMPACT YOU WANT TO MAKE Are you looking for colour overload or just a small focal point of vivid colour? Remember, using bold colour doesn’t mean every wall must be lathered in that hue. Instead, select one wall to serve as an accent point and use that spot as your bold colour display.

Otherwise, rely on bold colours to dress up otherwise mundane areas, such as the back wall of a cupboard or mouldings and trim.

TRY BOLD IN A SMALL SPACE Many people are surprised at how well bold colours work in small spaces. Powder rooms can be

an ideal spot to experiment with paint colours, as they are used for short periods of time. Try deep colours that can make the area seem intimate and even exotic. Dark, bold hues can be toned down by different accents, such as neutral coloured fixtures and towels.

GO BOLD IN THE KITCHEN Incorporate a splash of colour in the kitchen without going overboard. Try an appliance or design fixture in a bright shade. Or paint the inside of the cabinets in your favorite colour and install glass inserts in the cabinet doors so that everyone gets a peek of the colour beyond.

A neutral kitchen also can be brightened up with the use of silverware, dishes, pots and pans, and other kitchen items, like stand mixers or blenders featured in bold hues.

ESTABLISH BALANCE Rely on neutral furniture, rugs, mouldings and baseboards if you decide to take bold colours up a notch. This will help create a sense of balance in the room.

STICK TO BOLDNESS ON INTERCHANGEABLE ITEMS Those who like to experiment with colour may find that they like to switch out the colours now and again. Instead of having to repaint every few months, use decorative items in bright shades to make swapping out colour that much easier. For example, replace area rugs, throw pillows and draperies. Paint over terra cotta flower pots when

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Painting is a fun way to experiment with colour and brighten up the home. Many homeowners are not hesitant to use bold shades of colour when they learn the right techniques.

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l Friday, February 24 Resume and Cover Letter and Interview Preparation Workshop WHEN: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

WHERE: Parya Trillium Foundation, 344 John St., Markham CONTACT: 905-764-0202 COST: We will help you to be prepared for an interview and write a good resume and cover letter. l Tuesday, February 28 Unionville Women’s Coffee Hour WHEN: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. WHERE: Markham Missionary Church, 5438 Major Mackenzie Dr. E., Markham CONTACT: 905-6404325 COST: $6 Dr. Grant Gordon will give a presentation on the hymn Amazing Grace. Women of all ages are invited to attend. Mother/child area in main room.

Employment Rights Workshop WHEN: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. WHERE: Milliken Mills Library , 7600 Kennedy Rd., Markham CONTACT: 905-513-7977 COST: Workshop designed to provide information to newcomers about employment rights in Ontario.Register by calling CLCYR at 905-508-5018.Drop-ins welcome.

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Pancake Supper WHEN: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. WHERE: St. Andrew’s United Church, 32 Main St. N., Markham CONTACT: 905-294-4978 COST: Adults $8, child $4, family $20 Call to reserve, or purchase tickets at the door.

Markham At The Movies - Marguerite WHEN: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: Flato Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Blvd., Markham CONTACT: 905-305-7469 amatthemovies.com COST: Won six awards Cesar Awards Best Best Actress, Costume Design, Best Production Design, and Best Sound. Venice Film Festival - Best Director. l Wednesday, March 1 Focus Group: Tamil collections at the library

WHEN: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Armadale Community Center, 2401 Denison St., Markham CONTACT: efok@markham.library.on.ca COST: We’re looking for feedback on our books, movies, music and magazines. l Thursday, March 2 Robert Michaels WHEN: 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Flato Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Blvd., Markham CONTACT: 905-305-7469 COST: Prime: $69, Regular: $64 Multi-gold and platinum recording artist Robert Michaels has won the esteem of critics worldwide and a JUNO Award. l Friday, March 3 Yellow Brick House Gala WHEN: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Le Parc Banquet and Conference Centre, 8432 Leslie St., Markham CONTACT: 905-709-0900 COST: $200/ticket or $1,600/table The generous donations and corporate sponsorships received will go toward funding our four core program services.

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5 things to do this weekend l Friday, February 24 Rock Shabbat WHEN: 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Temple Kol Ami, 36 Atkinson Ave., Vaughan CONTACT: jaykowal@gmail.com COST: It’s Kabbalat Shabbat like you’ve never seen it before. Sing and dance your way into Shabbat with SHTYX, Kol Ami’s live band.

Markham PechaKucha Night WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Varley Art Gallery, 216 Main Street Unionville, Markham CONTACT: 905-477-7000 x3261 COST: Pay what you can.

What is a PechaKucha? PechaKucha (the Japanese word for chit-chat) is not your typical slide show: presenters share their ideas in 20 slides x 20 seconds each.

Aurora Winter Blues Festival 2017 WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: St. Andrew’s College Theatre, 15800 Yonge St., Aurora CONTACT: aurorawinterbluesfestival.ca/AWBF/Home.html COST: $50 - $60 Experience an upfront and intimate evening of live Blues. The

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Flato Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Blvd., Markham CONTACT: Unionville Theatre Company, www.unionvilletheatre.com COST: Adult $30; Student/Senior and Groups (15 or more) $25 Action packed, family-friendly comedic musical telling the story about a magical flying car, an

eccentric inventor and his two children. l Saturday, February 25 Family Fun Science Workshops WHEN: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. WHERE: Markham Museum, 9350 Markham Rd., Markham CONTACT: 005-305-5970 COST: $18 for one child and one adult From pulleys and gears to slimy experiments, we will explore the science behind some of our favourite things. For more information, visit markhammuseum

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You may email them to our office at: ricky@dentistsyoulike.com. If you would like to stop by and wish her well she will be in the office on Thursday February 23, from 2- 5:30 and also Friday February 24 from 9 - 12.

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If You’re Suffering With Peripheral Neuropathy This Might Be The Most Important Thing You Read All Year

In order to effectively treat your long as you have not sustained at neuropathy three factors must be significant nerve damage there is hope! determined.

Markham—In our office we have many patients suffering with the debilitating symptoms of peripheral neuropathy like burning, weakness, pain, numbness, and tingling.

We even see individuals whose neuropathy is so far advanced they are at risk of having their feet amputated.

However, none of these are the reason neuropathy can be a deadly condition. One big

Dr. Zunaid Kagdi DC at Elite Care Chiropractic will do a Neuropathy Severity Examination to determine the extent of the nerve damage for only $27. This neuropathy severity examination The treatment we use in our office will consist of a detailed sensory is like watering a plant. This evaluation and a detailed analysis technology can allow the blood of the findings of your neuropathy. vessels to grow back around the peripheral nerves and provide Dr. Kagdi will be offering this them with the proper nutrients to Neuropathy Severity Examination heal and repair. It’s like adding from now until Friday March 31, water to a plant and seeing the 2017. roots grow deeper and deeper.

1) What is the underlying cause?

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Figure 2: When these very small blood vessels become diseased they begin to shrivel up and the nerves begin to degenerate.

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Peripheral Neuropathy: A Painful Condition?

Sadly, over 256,000 seniors fall each year in Canada (www.publichealth.gc.ca) many of whom visit the emergency room each year due to falls.

Figure 1: Falls affect thousands of seniors in the Canada This damage that results in balance every year problems is commonly caused by a lack of blood flow to the nerves risk from peripheral neuropathy in the hands and feet which causes is the balance problems and falls the nerves to begin to degenerate that this condition can cause. due to lack of nutrient flow.

As you can see in Figure 2, as the blood vessels that surround the nerves become diseased they shrivel up which causes the nerves to not get the nutrients to continue to survive. When these nerves begin to “die” they cause you to have balance problems as well as, pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and many additional symptoms.

Figure 3: The blood vessels will grow back around the nerves much like a plant’s roots grow when watered.

The amount of treatment needed to allow the nerves to recover varies from person to person and can only be determined after a detailed neurological exam. As

Call 905-554-8444 to make an appointment with Dr. Kagdi to determine if your peripheral neuropathy can be treated and your balance restored.

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Discover more than six kilometres of snow-dusted trails, perfect for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing adventures.

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After spending some time on the trails, warm up with a steamy drink at the Cold Creek Chalet.

On Saturday’s between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., the visitor’s centre is converted into a chalet with comfortable chairs and couches.

Patrons can rent snowshoes for $5 and crosscountry skis, boots and poles for $10, cash only.

Be sure to dress in layers, wear comfortable footwear, wear sunglasses and sunscreen and bring a light backpack to carry your belongings.

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4) Don’t wash - Fresh produce, that is, until you’re ready to eat it. Water can accelerate decomposition and mould growth.

5) Eat most perishable items - Choose produce that will go bad first - raspberries should be eaten ASAP - they only last a few days; potatoes can hang around for about a month.

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JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com LAST WEEK: Feb. 18 - Won 7-4 at Orangeville Flyers . Feb. 17 - Lost 4-2 vs. Cobourg Cougars.

COMING UP: Feb. 24 at Trenton Golden Hawks, 7:30 p.m. .

Feb. 25 at Oakville Blades.Game NOTES: Rylee St. Onge netted a hat trick as the Royals roared to 3-0 and 7-1intermission leads to top Orangeville Flyers in Orangeville. Sam Hu, Zach Grzelewski, Justin Bennett and Lucas Condotta had the other goals . Against Cobourg, the Cougars scored three unanswered goals in the third period to erase a 2-1 Markham lead supplied by goals from Matthew Carroll and Sam Hu. THE SKINNY: The Royals clinched first place in the North Division with the win over Orangeville. The victory was also the 30th of the season for Markham. Rylee

ON NOW AT THE BRICK!

St. Onge needs one point to join Lucas Condotta (61) and Laine McKay (52) at the 50point plateau. On the subject of milestones, one goal puts Sam Hu at 20, a total achieved by St. Onge, McKay

and Condotta.

RECORD: 30-18-1-3 . First in North Division, second seed in North-East Conference.Log on to yorkregion.com for more Royals news and updates.

| Markham Economist & Sun | Thursday, February 23, 2017

Royals make it official as North Division champions

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