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uReport the news AMANDA PERSICO apersico@yrmg.com The Battle of Vimy Ridge is a defining moment in Canadian History, where the Canadian

Corps fought for the first time under the same banner. Between 15,000 and 20,000 Canadian troops crept over the ridge around 5:30 a.m. Easter Monday, April 9, 1917.

Those soldiers at the front lines had to be fed. "Trucks weren’t used as much during the First World War," said Ross Toms, an avid history buff and executive at the Royal Cana-

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Headstones mark fallen soldiers at the Cabaret Rouge British Cemetery near Arras. The Canadian victory at Vimy Ridge was part of the larger battle of Arras.

Private Robert Buckles was born in 1897 in Long Branch, near Etobicoke. He was the youngest of four brothers, had brown hair and blue eyes, and enlisted in 1916 in Toronto. He served with the 38th Battalion Canadian Infantry. His family lived in Newmarket and ran a general store in Long Branch. The 19-year-old farmhand was instantly killed by enemy shell fire during the attack on Vimy Ridge on April 9, 1917.

Vimy Ridge battle took its toll on York AMANDA PERSICO apersico@yrmg.com This year, we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge April 9 to 12, 1917, a defining moment in Cana-

Private Frederick Leo Jennings was born in Stouffville in 1892 and served with the 3rd Battalion Canadian Infantry. He was killed in action on April 9, 1917 during the attack on Farbus Wood, a side battle taking place at the same time to capture the woods and secure Arras about four kilometres south of Vimy Ridge. The five-foot-10-inch baggage man with blue eyes enlisted in December 1915 in Toronto - 18 months after his marriage to Lillian Fern Jennings. Private Edgar Albert Bowes was born in 1887 in Concord. He served with the 13th Battalion Canadian Infantry.

dian history. Enemy forces captured the ridge early in the war and previous allied assaults were unsuccessful. Canadian forces moved to the front lines in late 1916 and spent the winter

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Canadian Corps divisions fought side-by-side as one united front. Part of the heavily-defended ridge was captured by noon on April 9. Days later, German forces retreated and the Battle of

Vimy Ridge was over. About 100,000 Canadian soldiers fought at Vimy Ridge, resulting in more than 10,000 casualties and close to 3,600 dead, including these eight men from York.

The 28-year-old farmer enlisted in March 1916 and was killed in action at Vimy Ridge 13 months later on April 9, 1917. According to census records, his family moved from Concord to Richmond Hill between 1911 and 1921. The 29-year-old with grey eyes and black hair is buried at the Vimy Memorial in France. Private Frederick Alfred Lake, served with the Royal Canadian Regiment and transferred to the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry. He was 37 years old when he was hit in the lung and killed by an enemy bullet while proceeding in

the attack at Vimy Ridge. The five-foot-nine-inch mechanical engineer with dark brown hair, brown eyes and a dark completion enlisted in Vancouver on July 8, 1916. He was born in Scott Township, which is now part of Uxbridge, and lived in Sutton West. Private Herbert Melville Beamish was born in Newmarket in 1894 and served with the 18th Battalion Canadian Infantry. The 21-year-old machinist with hazel eyes and brown hair enlisted in June 1915 in Niagara. The five-foot-eight-inch soldier was killed in action at Vimy Ridge April 12, 1917 - the last day of

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Private Caldwell Eugene Brown, born in Aurora in 1892, served with the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry. The five-foot-five-inch journalist with the Newmarket Era had grey eyes and light brown hair, and had enlisted in Toronto in December 1915, a month shy of his 24th birthday. Brown, then 25, was reported wounded and missing during the battle of Vimy Ridge. He was later reported killed in action on April 9, 1917. He was in a dugout trench that was blown by enemy shell fire, killing him instantly. His parents, Byron and Elizabeth, lived on Niagara Street in Newmarket.

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COUNCIL Markham Council, Standing Committee and several Advisory and Sub-Committee meetings take place at the Markham Civic Centre and are open to the public. Monday, April 10 9 a.m. - Development Services Committee Meeting Tuesday, April 11 7 p.m. - Council Meeting Proclamations Be A Donor Month – (April) National Wildlife Week (April 9 - 15) National Volunteer Week (April 23-29) Human Values Day (April 24) Public – Rail Safety Week (April 24-30) Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job (April 28) Contact the Clerk’s Office at 905.475.4744 for a complete listing of all meetings that residents are welcome to attend. For meeting agendas and live streaming Council and Standing Committees, visit markham.ca

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OLDSCHOOLHAMS

Hitherto, it’s been me telling you the virtues of our ham, but I now have independent corroboration of my story. At the recent Ontario Independent Meat Processors’ Convention, our Maple Sugar Ham ($8.50/lb) won the Gold Award in the ham-making competition. It’s not that we’re so smart, or even innovative, it’ just our stubborn adherence to the idea of not cutting corners and taking shortcuts in the process of making our hams (or just about anything else we do for that matter). For Easter, ham is the meal of choice, and we offer three types: First, we make a great Traditional Bone-in Easter Ham ($3.99/lb). With the bone in, it’s available either whole or half, and it’s slow cooked over oak. Next is a Black Forest Ham ($8.50/lb). This is boneless, slow-smoked over oak and fully-cooked, ready-to-go. Third, we have our Maple Sugar Ham ($8.50/lb). These too are boneless, slow-roasted with maple and brown sugar until they are fully-cooked. What is different about our hams is that they are not ‘extended’ like commercially-produced hams. When you read the label on a supermarket ham and see the words “protein-added”, know that it’s not a good thing at all. What it means is that not all you are paying for, and eating, is actually ham, and what ham you do get is of a texture far different than what ham used to be like, and ours still is. It takes us longer to make these, and they shrink during the process rather than grow, but what you get is the genuine old-fashioned article. It’s best to order these early!

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If you read my note of last week, you will know that our long-time Turkey farmer has retired, and that after an exhaustive search, we will be dealing with a new farmer from Palmerston, Ontario. By the time that you read this, our first shipment has arrived, and should you wish one earlier than Easter weekend, we can accommodate you. We have cooked a couple of these now……and enjoyed them…….but we will have to revise our cooking recommendations a bit as they seem to take a little longer in the oven. These will have the tried-and-true pop-up thermometers in them as of old, but it might be best to plan a little more time than before. The sizing available is about 15-16lbs, and the retail is $3.99/lb. Further, they will be available in portions and all the usual delicious preparations that you have come to expect from us.

TOMATOES&CUKES The local beefsteak tomatoes we’ve been getting in have been the perfect size and a lot firmer than the waterlogged Mexican ones we have to suffer through all winter. Perfect for making my and Evan’s favourite Caprese Salads, Tomato: Cuke: with some buffalo mozzarella if you like. We’ll also have English Cucumbers on sale for 99¢ so you can make a light spring salad! /LB EACH

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The Jays are back, and so is grill season so it only seemed appropriate that we make our famous Baseball Steaks. We take the end cuts off of our striploins, trim them nicely, pound them very thin and marinate them in our homemade teriyaki marinade. Fire up your BBQ to high and flash these on for thirty seconds a side and serve on a brioche or some soft bun – they make the best sandwich on Earth! (Don’t come empty/LB handed, Cookie!). Feature price:

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While the imminent holiday may take a backseat to Christmas and Thanksgiving, I’ve always thought Easter to be one of the more exciting times of the year at our store, especially when it falls mid-April like it does this year. Flowers abound, local produce is soon to pop up here and there, the weather is getting warmer by the day, life is good! Around the floral gazebo, you’ll see a ton of seasonal stuff in bloom. April is Daffodil month, so those are a can’t miss! And we only ever get the best Tulips and Hyacinth available at the market. I’m not blessed with a green thumb, but I’ve always had a soft spot for the gorgeous pastel-coloured Hydrangea. Available in a variety of sizes, these always make a stunning statement and can be re-potted in better weather. If you’re looking for Lilies, we’ve got you: Easter Lilies, Asiatic Lilies, Tiger Lilies and Oriental Lilies are all available. Be sure to call Vi to order your custom Easter centerpieces. While the first local produce is still a few weeks away, there are a lot of great eats to be had. We’ll have the full range of lettuce mixes and greens from Meadowsweet Farms, just up the street from us on Warden. If you haven’t tried their Spicy Blend or their Lovely Lettuce, I highly suggest you do so. The Asparagus has been nothing short of spectacular, as have been the Local Tomatoes, especially the cherry toms on the vine. The berry season in California is starting and the Strawberries have been in top form, as have the Blueberries and Blackberries. Be sure not to miss out on our fresh cut fruit and veg bowls! They are ideal for a brunch or to snack on any time! The centerpiece of any holiday is always the meat! Whether you’re doing ham, lamb or beef, we’ve got the perfect condiment for you! If you’re going with ham, there’s really nothing better than Doreen’s Mustard Sauce. It’s been our go-to since day one and we haven’t tweaked it once. For lamb, we’ve got about a dozen mint jellies. My favourite is the Greave’s Mint Jelly. For beef, you cannot go wrong with Kozlik’s Horseradish! And if you’re trying one of our brand new turkeys, Doreen’s Cranberry Sauce is the essential condiment! While ham is delicious and flowers are all fine and dandy, and I always love some fresh produce, the best part of Easter, without a doubt, is the chocolate, and nobody does chocolate better than our friends at Aunt Sarah’s. They’ll be demo-ing two of their seasonal specialties – their Chocolate Bunny Ears and their irresistibly rich Peanut Butter Eggs. Double-whipped peanut butter encapsulated by milk chocolate – sign me up!

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We’ll kick it off with our Kale Quinoa. We load this nutritious salad up with feta, black beans, red onion, diced pepper in a vibrant lemon vinaigrette. Featured at /100G Continuing on with the theme of kale and grains…we’ll have our Chicken Orzo & Kale Soup. This is a take on your basic chicken noodle where we throw in some chopped kale for flavour and texture and opt for orzo rather than a noodle. OFF Whenever we serve this at the café, I usually find myself coming back for more and more. Reg. $8.99/900ml Next up we’ll have two meatloaves that Cathy specially requested we make, a Turkey Meatloaf Stuffed with Spinach and Goat Cheese and also a Smoked Turkey Meatloaf. I’ve tried the latter of the two and I thought it /LOAF was awesome. Moist, just the right amount of smoky, and didn’t sit as heavy PAN as its beef-based cousin. Both Next up is our Sous Vide Special! This is based off Evan’s recent trip to Scottsdale, AZ when he had a steak that was served with melted smoked butter. We’ve recreated this with a New York Striploin w/ Smoked Butter Medallion. Pop the bag in boiling OFF water for 10 minutes, cut it open and you’ll have a tender piece of beef that’s been bathed in smoky, rich butter. MMMM…. Reg. $7.99/100g Our dressing of the week will be Rita’s Greek Dressing. Our beloved cashier, Rita, can be found at the front of the store Monday to Friday afternoons and at the OFF Duchess throwing back a few ice cold brewskis every Tuesday evening. Though of Italian background, she makes a mean Greek dressing. Reg. $5.99/250ml Finally, we’ll have a Chicken Cordon Bleu Pizza this week. Our aforementioned ham, grilled chicken, Swiss cheese and sautéed kale on our homemade red sauce. Nom nom nom! THIS WEEK

I challenged Mariella to bring in some really exciting cheeses for you guys to make an Easter cheeseboard this week and boy, did she ever deliver. We’ll have not one, not two, not three, but FOUR specials this week! We’ll have Swiss Emmental and Cave-Aged Gruyere. These are both semi-firm cheeses, similar to Swiss but not rubbery like the devoid-of-flavour Americanized version. Both are nutty in flavour and perfect for melting (fondue or French onion soup, anyone?). I might give the edge to the Gruyere as it’s usually a touch creamier, but you can’t go wrong here and both would be excellent to nibble OFF on with any leftover ham you might have! Reg. $4.99 /100g and $7.99/100g respectively Secondly we’ll have two new artisanal cheeses from Quebec. The first is Tomme de Grosse-Ile (not to be confused with myself, Tom-ofUnionville). This cheese comes in a rough brown rind holding a rich, golden paste within. Creamy in texture, undeniably buttery and salty in flavour, this cheese needs no companion save a crusty baguette and a pint of ale. We’ll also have Riopelle de l’Isle. Coming from Ile-aux-Grues (Goose Island), a small island in the St. Lawrence River with a population of only 156 people. They raise cows without the use of chemicals and pesticides and produce this amazingly rich, soft cheese. It has a very woodsy flavour, reminiscent of hazelnuts and OFF mushrooms. Skip the brie and grab a wedge of this masterpiece instead. Both reg. $8.99/100g

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THIS WEEK? If you’ve ever ordered from us around the holidays before, you’ll know that they can be a hectic time at the store in general, but especially at the bakery. We’ve posted a menu of our bakery offerings for the holiday on our website, so you can get your orders in early! But I digress, here are this week’s specials… Key Lime Pies – Y’allreadyknowwhatitis…Graham crust, filling is made with fresh lime zest and fresh squeezed lime juice, garnished with fresh whipped cream and lime slices. Large only. A certified Thomas MacDonald favourite. $14.99 Empire Cookies - these were introduced in January and have become a frequently requested favourite. We make them with 2 thin sugar cookies (instead of shortbread), fill them with seedless raspberry preserves, ice with the traditional “water icing” (like fondant glaze) and top with a glacé cherry - icing will be in a bouquet of vibrant spring pastels. $2.99 each Mini Cheesecakes - assorted mini cheesecakes, some with graham crusts and some with gluten-free nut crusts, these will be available in assorted flavors (depending on availability) strawberry, lemon, cherry, turtle, Baileys, caramel pecan, raspberry, blueberry...$3.99 each Lemon Curd Cakes - three layers of vanilla sponge brushed with lemon simple syrup and filled with lemon curd and lemon buttercream, iced with lemon buttercream and OFF garnished with candied lemon peel. Best served at room temperature. $17.99

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Peanuts and crackerjacks aside, sausages are perhaps the most quintessentially ballpark food, specifically Bratwurst! We’ll be making our classic garlicky Brats with a twist OFF – using Labatt’s Blue as the requisite moisture. Mr. Hartman, I expect to see you! Reg. $5.99/lb

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During an election, it’s not always an easy task for voters to get a handle on who’s running and what they stand for. Busy schedules mean it can be challenging for candidates to connect with citizens at the doorstep, and pamphlets seldom offer more than a selection of partyapproved talking points. Given that, all-candidates events are an important part of the process as they allow voters to not only hear their would-be representatives discuss important issues but ask questions as well. Well, that’s how it’s supposed to work. More and more, all-candidates debates are looking like some-candidates debates. Take for example, what was intended to be an allcandidates debate for the Markham-Thornhill byelection that took place March 30. Rather than learning more about all seven individuals vying to replace longtime Liberal MP John McCallum, who was named ambassador to China earlier this year, those who attended the event heard from just four candidates. Despite organizer John Richardson sending out invitations to the candidates on March 21, neither Liberal candidate Mary Ng nor Conservative candidate Ragavan Paranchothy took part. Paranchothy chalked up his inability to attend to a scheduling conflict, while Ng’s campaign claimed it received the invite too late and that she had a series of roundtables and meetings with residents with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Libertarian Party candidate Brendan Thomas Reilly also didn’t make it. Residents who came to the event couldn’t help but feel slighted. "I feel personally quite insulted," said one attendee in the audience of about 20. "This is an all-candidates debate and I’m not going to get information from some of the candidates." While that’s hardly a big turnout, who knows if the numbers might have been higher if all the candidates had been present. Similarly, we can’t know for certain what, if any, effect the no-shows had on the ballots cast in Monday’s byelection, but it would have been nice to know that voters in the riding had at least a single chance to hear and potentially interact with all of those running before going to the polls. A healthy democracy involves the people, and allcandidates meetings and other such events are an important part of the process. When candidates opt not to participate or otherwise fail to make themselves available to those they wish to represent, it can only serve to breed cynicism and apathy among the electorate.

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Auto Body Shop.........................................................................Sam’s Garage Auto Part Store...........................................................................Fairview Auto Auto Service................................................................... Active Green & Ross Car Wash.............................................................................. Budget Car Wash Domestic Car Dealership ................................................Markville Chevrolet Import Car Dealership.............................................Don Valley North Toyota Muffler Shop ..............................................................................Village Nissan New Car Salesperson ...........................Phillip Hudson, Markville Chevrolet Oil Change/Lube ...............................................................................Jiffy Lube Tire Store........................................................................ Active Green & Ross Transmission Shop.................................................................. Markham Auto Used Car Salesperson .............................. Mike Treacy, Markville Chevrolet

Mortgage Broker ........................................... Paula Roberts, Roberts Group Real Estate Agent ...................................................................... Cathy Walker Real Estate Brokerage......................................Re/Max All Stars Realty Inc Real Estate Team...............................................................Stephen Tar Team

Best Dining Experience

All Around Restaurant .................................................Smash Kitchen & Bar Breakfast...........................................................Cora’s at Warden and Hwy 7 Brunch ......................................................................................................Cora’s Buffet/All You Can Eat................................................Mandarin at Boxgrove Caribbean Restaurant ........................................................................ Mr. Jerk Casual Dining........................................................................................... Joey’s Chicken Restaurant/Chicken wings ............................................. Wild Wing Chinese Restaurant ..........................................................................Mandarin Coffee Shop/Doughnuts/Pastries.............................................T & T Bakery Fine Dining........................................................................................... The Keg Fish & Chips................................................................Bluenose Fish & Chips Greek Restaurant................................................................................... Ithaca Hamburger.................................................................................Tom’s Burgers Ice Cream..................................................................... Firehall Confectionary Indian Restaurant ..............................................................................Ambiyan Italian Restaurant .............................................................. Folco’s Ristorante Japanese Restaurant/Sushi ................................................................. Osaka Outdoor Patio................................................................Duchess of Markham Pizza..............................................................................................Station Pizza Pub........................................................................................... Unionville Arms Salad Bar.................................................................................. Garden Basket Seafood Restaurant..................................................Danny’s Fish and Chips Sports Bar .....................................................................Duchess of Markham Steak Restaurant ..............................................................Peter’s Fine Dining Tea Room.............................................................The Old Curiosity Tea Shop Thai Restaurant........................................................................Little Bangkok

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Art Gallery..........................................Frederick Horsman Varley Art Gallery Billiards/Pool Hall ............................................................................. Master Q Bowling.....................................................................................Markham Bowl Children’s Entertainment ................................... Cornell Community Centre Cinema Complex....................................................... Cineplex Markham VIP Driving Range .................................................................................. The Dome Live Entertainment/Music Hall ................................................ Flato Theater Live Theatre ................................................................................ Flato Theatre Local Golf Course.......................................................................... Angus Glen

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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. 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.

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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

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The woman charged with cutting three trees down on her property in Unionville in December by the City of Markham will be back in court May 18. case. The charges on the Gainsville Avenue property spurred an outcry from neighbours after three mature trees were cut down late last year. Some neighbours were in court watching the proceedings. Some were also at Wu’s first appearance in court back on Feb. 9 in Richmond

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$100,000 or more, in Markham from 2015 to 2016. A large part of the increase came from Markham Fire and Emergency Services personnel who skyrocketed from 73 employees over $100,000 in 2015 to 117 this past year, an increase of 44 employees or well over 50 per cent. The top earner in the municipality remains chief administrative officer Andy Taylor, who

earned $261,279.04 in 2016, a raise from the $260,454.93 he made in 2015. The city’s three commissioners, James Baird in community and development services - Trinela Cane in community and corporate services, and Brenda Librecz in community and fire services all made identical salaries of $208,321.10, a slight increase from 2015, when the trio were paid $205,577.31.

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31 HEDGEWOOD DR., UNIONVILLE Walk to Historic Main Street, Toogood Pond & Shops. Fabulous Monarch home. Totally upgraded with walk-out to a private oasis back garden and salt-water inground pool & hot tub. Professionally finished lower level with 2nd kitchen. Mins. to great schools. $1,998,800

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OSHAWA Famous Wally’s World. Original owner since 1981. This 72-seat diner operates 24 hours and has a delivery service with liquor license. Great clientele. Durham College nearby.

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Walk To Historic Main Street, Toogood Pond, Shops, Unionville. Absolutely Gorgeous Home. Looks Like A Model Home Approx. 2,600 Sq. Ft. Of Living Space. Built By Monarch. Backs To Very Private Green Space. Totally Upgraded. Professionally Finished Lower Level With Office & Rec. Room.

Historic Markham Village! Unbelievable Home Located On Sought After Cul-De-Sac Approx. 1,669 Sq. Ft. Of Luxury. In-Law Apt. With Separate Entrance. Walk To Main Street Markham, GO Train & Shops. Top Ranking Schools And Minutes To 407-Toronto. $958,800

One of a kind. Live on Historic Main Street Unionville. Approx. 2,949 sq. ft. of luxury. Huge lot. Award winning addition on back of home. Totally upgraded top to bottom. Professionally finished lower level. Home restored by European Masters. $1,988,000

This location has it all, main street with constant traffic. Excellent exposure 1,479 sq. ft. Suitable for business offices such as legal services, tax & accounting, Mortgage, Insurance, $25 NET + TMI Travel Agency, Day Nursery, Personal + UTILITIES Service Shop, Retail Store, etc.

Great investment approx. 3.45 acre lot. Close to Elephant & Baptise Lakes in the Village of Highland Grove, Haliburton. Unbelievable location. Could build fabulous $79,900 cottage.

The invisible systems in a home often are taken for granted. When such systems are working as expected, daily life moves along smoothly. However, when a system goes awry, it can negatively impact routines and may create a dangerous home environment. This is especially true when something goes wrong with a home’s electrical system. Faulty wiring is a leading cause of residential fires. Many homeowners, particularly those who live in older homes, might be living in properties that have outdated electrical systems. Having old wiring and/or insufficient amperage in a house can endanger the people who live there. It also may damage appliances and make it difficult to sell a property. It can be difficult to gauge exactly when to overhaul an electrical system. Unless circuits routinely trip or lights often dim, homeowners may put off the work. But degrading wires or overextended circuitry can pose a fire risk, so it is best to address electrical systems promptly. Home inspections may uncover electrical problems. Some homeowners may discover potential trouble while making renovations that require opening up walls or tearing them down, exposing the wires. Still other homeowners learn about electrical systems when they’re adding new, large appliances or other gadgets that consume more power

than existing items. These devices may continually cause power outages in the house, such as tripping the circuit breaker or popping a fuse. When it comes time to update the electrical system, it is always best to work with licensed electricians who have the expertise to work with electrical wiring without getting injured. This is not a do-it-yourself type of job since it requires specialized training. Electricians likely will recommend upgrading the electrical panel to bring more power from the utility poles into the home. This can include replacing the existing meter and circuit breaker box to allow it to handle more power or replacing obsolete or dangerous items. Many older homes are only capable of handling a minimum number of amps, utilizing just a few circuits. But nowadays, when homeowners have far more electronics in their homes than they once did, increased demand on electricity can overload a circuit (all of the outlets linked on one wire). Tripping a circuit breaker is a safety measure to prevent the wire from becoming overheated and causing a fire. However, in some old systems, the circuit breaker will not trip, and this can be problematic. Rewiring a home is another step. Wire insulation can deteriorate over time, and new wires may be needed. This can be messy and time-consuming, but it’s a

small price to pay for safety. When rewiring an electrician also may suggest new outlets. Many home building codes now require outlets with ground fault interruptors, or GFIs, in kitchens, bathrooms

and other rooms exposed to moisture. Some older homes may not even have three-pronged outlets, so this will necessitate an update as well. Electrical systems are the heart of

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a home, delivering power where it is needed. It is essential to keep such systems up-to-date so they can handle the power demands of everyday life.

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are specifically designed for smaller kitchens the Haier brand, newly available across Canada, is a great option, offering a range of contemporary compact appliances that don't sacrifice performance for space efficiency. For example, their dual-fuel freestanding range is small in size, coming in at only two cubic feet, but packs a big punch with its sleek design and European convection feature. 3. Keep it light. When choosing the colour palette for your kitchen, stick to neutral tones to expand and illuminate the walls. Keep both the walls and cabinetry the same colour to make the space appear bigger than it is. Use accessories like a

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PERFECT STARTER HOME OR FOR THOSE LOOKING TO DOWNSIZE 2 bedrooms up stairs and 2 Bedrooms Downstairs, 4 years ago roof, Air cond, Furnaces, Insulation. Legal, Retrofit Basement. Apt. With totally Sep Entrance Both Tenants will stay. Includes: 2 Fridges, 2 Stoves, 2 Washer, 2 Dryer, 14’ X 16’ Deck, Fully Fenced 2 yards Yard Garage Dr. Opnr, *Great Location* Walking Distance To Markville Mall, Go Transit, Rec-Centre, Park, Schools & Public Transit.

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Condo buyers hire Condo King. Steve helps many buyers purchase their suite home, since 1987. In 2017, Steve’s buyers found their condo in 610 Bullock Dr., 25 Austin Dr., 1 Verclaire Gate, 55 Austin Dr. & 9500 Markham Rd. Steve knows Markham’s condos. Sizes range: 323 - 4000+ sq ft. He has lived in 4 different bldgs. He hears & speaks “condos”. Steve knows where your ideal suite home is located. 20 yrs ago, the average detached house in Markham was worth only 1.76 condo apartments. Today, that house can buy 3.55 condos! Is it time to exchange your house for a condo & lots of cash?! I can answer all your condo questions & concerns. Giving. Loving. Serving. MLS Statistics provided by TREB, Jan - March, 1997 & 2017.

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236-1871

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Royal LePage Real Estate Svcs; Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

38 John Dexter Place. Beautiful & Spacious 4 Level Backsplit in Sought after“Sherwood-Amberglen”Neighbourhood! Perfectly Updated With Array of Custom Finishes. Open Yet Formal Principal Rooms. Chefs Kitchen Feat Granite Counters, Ample Cupboard Space & Centre Island/BB O/L Family Room. Extensive New Landscaped Private Backyard w/Patio & Inground Pool. Perfect for Those Who Love to Entertain. Hardwoods & Crown Moulding. Master Bdrm has AWE Effect W/I Closet. Main Floor Laundry-Access to Double Garage-Finished Bsmt for Extra Living Space. *Bonus* Separate Entry to 2nd Basement – Don’t Miss This One! For More Info Visit www.cathymay.ca

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905.640.3131 416.878.2818 All-Stars Realty Inc., Brokerage

Sunny North Facing-Extended Triple Car Driveway-Proudly Presenting 620 Elm Road. This All Brick 4+1 Bedroom Home Features A Center Hall Floor Plan With Generous Room Sizes On All Levels. Indoor& Outdoor Living Spaces Make Entertaining A Breeze, Whether Its Splashing In The Pool/Hot Tub, Cozying Around The Fireplace Or Enjoying The Finished Lower Level Rec Room With Wet Bar& Guest Bedroom. Mud Rm From Garage.

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14 Arborea Lane, Stouffville. Designer Finishes $50,000 in Upgrades * 10 ft. Smooth Ceilings/Pot lights/All newer TAYLOR MEAD TEAM S.S. appl/Hardwood + more * 2 Bed/3 Bath/3 Storey Townhome * Main Floor Family Room/Garage Access * Watch the Sunsets on the 15 x 21 foot Glass Terrace * Walk to Schools, Shops, Park, Rec Centre Call Denise 416-670-1230 for more info. OFFICE

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86 Ringwood Drive., Units 37 & 38 Stouffville *2 Units can be divided *Light Industrial 2,560 SQ FT/Includes 840 Retail Store Front *2 Drive-Ins 12’ x 10’, 16’ 6’’ Height, Ample Hydro/Mezzanine *Ready to Move-In Call Denise 416-670-1230 for more info.

$588,800

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416.925.9191

On 72.52 Acres In Georgina. 15 Minutes To New 404 Exit At Woodbine (17Km). This Property Has It All! 3 Bedroom Bungalow Has Large Principal Rooms, 3 Baths, Plenty Of Natural Light And An In-Ground Pool. The Barn Includes 9 Stalls, Wash Stall And Tack Room. Indoor Arena (62 X 160) With New (2016) Fibre Footing, Outdoor Sand Ring (100 X 200) 6 Paddocks, 1 Run In Shelter.

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Homeowners often aspire to have attractive backyards that look like they belong in a magazine. While these can be picturesque and functional for adults, they may not be entirely practical for homeowners who have young children, especially when the majority of the yard is covered with paving stones or concrete. When young children are part of a household, homeowners may benefit by designing yards that are both functional and fun. Incorporating safe play areas for kids is one way to unlock the potential of both big and small backyards. As children run off to enjoy a playground, safety is the last thing on their minds. Kids are most interested in scaling ladders to tree houses or coasting down slides. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why adults must take it upon themselves to keep injury prevention in mind. SafestPlayground.com indicates that playground-related injuries routinely result in severe fractures, internal injuries, concussions, and dislocations. In the majority of playground injuries to children younger than age five, the head and face are affected. Children between the ages of five and nine experience more leg and arm injuries than younger kids. The Consumer Product Safety Commission states 70 per cent of childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s injuries occur on home playgrounds. More than 28,000 children are injured each year on playgrounds across Canada, according to Parachute, a national injury prevention organization. When considering playground equipment for the yard, parents need to make safety a priority. The Canada Safety Society advises parents to follow the â&#x20AC;&#x153;5 Sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Playground Safetyâ&#x20AC;?: Surface, structures, site, supervision, and safety. t 4VSGBDF Parents should assume that children will fall. To lessen the blow of falls, choose playground equipment with a perimeter of 1.8 metres of a softer surface, such as sand, pea gravel, rubber pieces or wood chips. This material should be between 15 and 30 centimetres deep. t Structure: The structure of the play equipment should be built from sturdy materials. Pressuretreated lumber was once the standard, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not advisable for kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; playgrounds, as the chemicals used in the lumber can leach and young

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children may actually bite or pick at the wood. Use cedar or another wood that resists decay. Once the structure is built, inspect it frequently for damage. t 4JUF Look around the landscape for an ideal place to locate the playset. There should be no obstacles that children can hit while sliding or swinging. Avoid overhanging branches and do not place equipment too close to trees or fencing. Try to keep the set out of direct sunlight, which can make components heat up and scald young bodies. t Supervision: Do not leave children alone while they are playing. Prevent children from using the playset in an incorrect manner. t Safety: Follow the directions for installation. Make sure all posts are anchored into the ground securely. Railings should be spaced so that children cannot get stuck between them. Check that metal components have not rusted and that there is no additional excessive wear. Be sure that no tools or other dangerous items are left around the yard. Backyard playgrounds should be built with safety in mind. Learn the rules of play equipment and yard safety.

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Custom Bungalow, 1/2 Acre. Quiet cul-de-sac location, tastefully decorated & well maintained bungalow. Finished bsmt, gas fp plus 2 way fp in Lr & Dr. Mins to town of Stouffville! Close to GO train, schools, shops - Access to 404 & 407. $1,198,000. Call to see, Kim Reesor*, 905-640-1200

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Spacioussidesplit.Thousandsspentonupdates,kitchen, baths, hardwood floors, rec. room, gas fireplace, above grade windows, private yard. See you there! $788,800. Kim Reesor* or Jenny Reesor*, 905-640-1200

120 LAKE WOODS DR. - STOUFFVILLE Prestigious Lake Woods Estates! Bungalow on 6 acres with 882 feet on Lake Woods Drive!! Over 4300 sqft of main floor living space!! 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, separate in-law or nanny suite, finished basement, professionally landscaped with putting green and gazebo, 4 attached garages! 24x45 steel workshop/garage, great for hobbyists. Call for a private viewing, Rhonda Barresi*, 905-640-1200

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Michelle Risi

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 2-4PM ~ 2 REEVE DRIVE, MARKHAM All the convenient amenities of “Markham Village” location combined with coveted “Rosedale of Markham” address! Orig. owner spacious 4 bedroom home. Be engaged by lockstone drive and walkways that embellishes this efficiently floor-planned + updated 2346 SF opportunity! 112’deep lot. Practical room sizes. Separate family room with fireplace + basement “Great Room” with fireplace. “Solatube” skylight, 4-car pkg. dble drive. Move in condition renovated kitchen, updated bathrooms, recent painting + flooring. Direct garage access. Asking Call Hugh now!

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SIMONE JOSEPH sjoseph@yrmg.com Lieutenant-Colonel Sandi Banerjee has been to Vimy Ridge many times. He knows well the history and significance of this French landmark. But when he visits this month, his trip will be special. This time, the Thornhill resident takes the journey alongside his wife, son, daughter and 10 Thornlea Secondary School students as well as staff. This time, it will be the 100th anniversary of the battle, the commemoration of a historic win for Canada. Banerjee has high hopes for the Thornlea students journeying to France. "I hope they get the same sense of pride I did my first time there," he said. "I hope they get a sense of national accomplishment. This effort was the whole of Canada . It was the first time every regiment was there." The attack on Vimy Ridge, an attack on the Ger-

mans in northern France, began on April 9, 1917. It was a costly victory, which left 3,598 Canadians dead. But the Canadian success would later be called a defining moment for Canada. The Vimy Memorial was unveiled in 1936. It reminds visitors of the 11,285 Canadian soldiers killed in France who have no known graves. The Thornlea students will visit the Vimy Region, including of course the Canadian National Vimy Memorial, which pays tribute to more than 10,000 soldiers killed or wounded in battle. The students will join fellow Canadians for the 100th anniversary ceremonies of Canada’s victory in Vimy Ridge. The students will also be taking a detour to an elementary school in Anisy, France. The high school students will witness a road dedication. The people of Anisy are naming a road after Clarke Lawson, a soldier from Toronto killed in World War Two.

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Lt.-Col. Sandi Banerjee of The Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada holds wooden poppies that 11 students headed for Vimy Ridge in France made and sold to help raise funds to assist veterans dealing with mental illness and the families of fallen soldiers. Their students’ efforts raised $1,200 for the cause. Grade 11 student Reannah Ennis is one of the Thornlea students participating in the trip. Asked which aspect of the battle of Vimy Ridge she found most

interesting, she responds with two interesting aspects: "All three (Canadian) regiments were battling together. Canadians came up with the battle plan."

Gordon Izumi, head of the history department at Thornlea S.S., sees this trip as a way of making history real for his students. "There’s no replacement for

experiential learning," he said. "It’s the best kind of learning". Izumi is glad the students will be surrounded by people with a connection to Vimy. "When you are there with the veterans and the families of people who died, it makes it more real. It makes history come alive," he said. In preparation for the trip, the Thornlea students made more than 100 wooden poppies and sold donors the right to have dedications written on the poppies. Students raised $1,200 and will be leaving the poppies on soldiers’ graves. The $1,200 will go towards taking care of soldiers’ families while the soldiers work overseas. On the cusp of his journey, Banerjee reveals how important it is to visit the famous battleground of Vimy Ridge. "I’ve often thought Vimy is one of those places every Canadian should go to once in their life."

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