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Markham’s Andre De Grasse gets congratulations from Pan Am Games track and field fans at York University. The emerging sprinter, who won gold in the 100m and 200m, was among local athletes celebrated in a special ceremony Monday at the Markham Civic Centre. See page 3.
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Markham’s compliance audit committee has rejected applications for compliance audits against Councillor Alan Ho, former councillor Howard Shore and Raj Subramaniam. Ho, the only one of the three elected in last fall’s municipal election, was audited after the 2010 vote, after a complaint was filed by a runner-up. That audit found Ho had a number of breaches, but he was ultimately cleared. This time, resident Joyce Ramer requested the audit. One reason given was because Ho had held a press conference announcing his candidacy May 7, before officially filing nomination papers May 16. She also complained he had misleading election signs and unclaimed expenses related to signs and T-shirts. Ho was represented by Jack Siegel. “It does seem there is a dispute about the amount, money was spent by a volunteer arguably on behalf of Mr.
The applications were treated as one by the committee. Their complaint said they believed Shore had unclaimed expenses from his campaign that would have put him over his spending limit of $31,979. Shore claimed just under that amount. According to the report, some of the events, such as the Movie in the Park, were not claimed. The residents wanted to see Shore claim the costs, which included movie rental, giant screen, free ice cream and entertainment. They also wanted Shore to claim other advertising, sponsorships and campaign contributions. Siegel, who was also Shore’s agent, said the events were reoccurring and not campaign events. He said the cost of an audit was high for a minor alleged contravention. The committee rejected the audit of Shore’s campaign expenses as well a call for an audit of Subramaniam’s expenses made by Councillor Colin Campbell.
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Ho for the (press conference),” he said. “If expenses were incurred, if these are attributable to his campaign, they were incurred contrary to the Act. And that would be a concern,” he added. While he said the conference was a mistake, the expenses did not affect the election, give Ho an unfair advantage or bring him over his expense limit, he argued. Siegel also questioned if taxpayer money should be spent on an audit, noting the last time Ho was audited it cost the city $29,000. Ho addressed a few questions himself, but he appeared to struggle to give straight answers, which frustrated some members of the committee. But in the end they rejected the application. Former councillor Shore also faced the committee. During a June 30 meeting, four applications were filed against him by residents Marilyn Ginsburg, Gerald Diner, Ricardo Mashregi and Paul J. Glionna.
PROPOSED REGULATIONS FOR THE FEDERALLY-OWNED PICKERING LANDS On June 11, 2013, the Government of Canada announced a responsible and balanced approach for developing the federally-owned Pickering Lands. This approach sets aside land for a potential future airport and the creation of Rouge National Urban Park. To update the current airport site designation and to replace the current Pickering Airport Site Zoning Regulations, Transport Canada is now following a regulatory process to: • Declare a smaller portion of the Pickering Lands an airport site, as defined in the Aeronautics Act, subsection 5.4(1); and • Propose Pickering Airport Site Zoning Regulations, under the Aeronautics Act, subsection 5.4(2). These regulations aim to protect the new, smaller Pickering Airport site for future aviation needs, by ensuring land use and development adjacent to and in the vicinity of the airport site does not interfere with safe aircraft operations. You can find the text of the proposed regulations at http://gazette.gc.ca/rp-pr/p1/2015/2015-07-18/html/reg1-eng.php http://gazette.gc.ca/rp-pr/p1/2015/2015-07-18/html/reg2-eng.php Transport Canada published official notice of these proposed regulations in the Canada Gazette, Part I, on July 18, 2015 and again on July 25, 2015. We now enter a 60-day public consultation period, where interested persons may submit written comments about the proposed regulations between July 18, 2015 and September 15, 2015 to: By Mail:
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Pan Am athletes Andre De Grasse (left), Sarah Wells and Maxime Brinck-Croteau (back) enter the Markham Civic Centre during a party Monday to honour their efforts. A crowd of some 450 came out to cheer their efforts. De Grasse (above) crosses the finish line on his way to gold in the men’s 100m final at the Pan Am Games last Wednesday. See more photographs on page 8.
Markham’s Pan Am athletes earn civic honours By Laura Finney
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Hundreds of fans came to applaud sprinter Andre De Grasse, hurdler Sarah Wells and fencer Maxime Brinck-Croteau as the Pan Am athletes were given the red carpet treatment Monday at the Markham Civic Centre. Lucky fans were able to snap some selfies and grab a few autographs as the stars walked by. “Each of you represented Canada, and I have to tell you I’m proud of the way you represented Markham on the international stage,” Mayor Frank Scarpitti said. “You truly did make Canada proud, and you certainly have made the City of Markham very, very proud.” Council chambers was so full, fans had to sit in an overflow room. “It’s amazing, I dreamt of coming home with a medal for a long time, but never in my wildest dreams did I imagine coming home with two,” said Wells. “It’s
been pretty amazing to share that experience with my family and friends on home soil and just to see that crowd roar and really bring you home was amazing.” The city presented the athletes with certificates and gifts, and even named a few days after the medalwinning competitors. July 22 and 24 will be Andre De Grasse Days in recognition of the days he won the gold in the 100m and 200m. July 22 and 25 will be Sarah Wells Days in recognition of the days she won silver in the 400m hurdles and bronze in the 4x400m relay. “That is amazing,” said De Grasse, who was surprised by the announcement. “I can’t believe it myself ... I’m really happy about it, it’s exciting.” “I just can’t even believe that it is real. It just seems like something for superheroes and I just feel like a regular person,” Wells said. “It’s pretty amazing.” De Grasse, who received a lot of
attention at the Games as recent NCAA champion in the 100m and 200m, said he was surprised by the celebrity reception. “I didn’t expect this at all. I didn’t expect to come home to fans cheering and screaming and asking for autographs. When I’m in the States I’m just a regular guy,” he said. Wells’ mom, Angie, was one of the estimated 450 people at the event. She said she was very proud of her daughter, who overcame a stress fracture in her femur to compete. “She has pushed through everything because this was just Sarah being Sarah,” she said, getting emotional. “She’s worked very hard.” Wells said she still has a tiny crack in her femur, but wanted to hear the home crowd cheer her on. “This has been the most amazing week of my life,” she said. “The medals will be with me forever.” Markham is a special place for De Grasse. “I have Markham in my heart,
Canada in my heart,” he said. He even has a maple leaf tattoo on his arm. “It’s a wonderful feeling that Canada is so proud of me. I’m really just trying to make them proud.” The mayor also paid tribute to Brinck-Croteau, who Scarpitti said was a great ambassador to the Games and fencing. “Maxime did not reach the podium,” he said. “But I want to tell you Maxime, we are very, very proud of you and the many other athletic awards and civic contributions that you have achieved.” Brinck-Croteau said his results were a nightmare in his Pan Am dream, but overall the Games were amazing and thanked the organizers and volunteers. “Many of my friends from other countries compared the Pan Am Games we just did, better than most of the Olympics they have participated in,” he said. Also recognized was badminton star Michelle Li who was not at Monday’s celebration. She took
a gold in women’s singles and a bronze in doubles. Scarpitti also took a few moments to reflect on Markham’s role in the Games. He thanked the volunteers and everyone who helped organize and run events and other celebrations in Markham. “We used the power of sport to break down barriers across cultures, races and ethnicities. We saw how it unified nations … There is no doubt that these truly were the people’s games.” It wasn’t just the local athletes who were recognized. The mayor also took a minute to acknowledge Pachi who was created by four Markham students. Each medal-winning athlete received a stuffed Pachi to take home with their medals. “Don’t you think it’s great that many of the 41 countries representing have a piece of Markham,” he said. There are still the Parapan Am Games to come next month.
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have never been known as an icon of fashion, but in summer, especially on workdays, I’m a fashion faux pas personified. I’m always wearing a suit jacket or a sweater (sometimes the colour may not match my outfit) and below my desk, on occasion, you may see socks — yes, socks or nylon trouser socks — with shoes or even — gasp! — with sandals. Keenly aware that I am breaking fashion rules, I don’t care because I’ll do virtually anything to stay warm in my office, which is air conditioned to Arctic temperatures. I also depend on hot soup and warming tea every single day. Every woman reading this column will be nodding her head in agreement and empathy. Some wouldn’t be caught dead with socks, but have resorted to other interesting ways of keeping the blood circulating in their veins. The manager in the next office to me has a small heater on under her desk. That’s how she solves her temperature problem, while continuing to look fashionable. That works fine, to a point. Once, another female manager in the next office plugged in her heater and it promptly blew a fuse and power shut down for both her office and mine (and our computers!). At another office, I solved the problem of a cold vent right over my head by stuffing an old T-shirt in the vent. That worked well, until the office manager realized what I’d done, and forced me to remove it, saying it messed with overall heating and cooling in the office. And there’s the rub — the office manager was a man; standing there in a full suit (and socks and shoes) telling me to put up with the cold. ’Twas ever thus. Most office heating and cooling systems, in my experience, are controlled either by a faceless exterior building maintenance for multiple offices, or by a male manager. Another section of our newspaper office faces south with large windows. The women — and men — in that area were wilting in the heat, while in my section of the office we were freezing. Thankfully, our health and safe-
Marney Beck ty committee got involved, and the situation was resolved with a combination of blinds and re-directed air vents. That’s the other point about office air conditioning wars — in Ontario there are workplace regulations about temperatures for workers. In most work environments, a minimum temperature of 18 degrees Celsius is set, according to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Yikes! That’s 64.4 degrees Fahrenheit — almost meat locker temperature, as far as I’m concerned. So no help there for female office workers wanting to wear summery dresses baring legs and arms along with pretty sandals. I take more comfort from regulations set by the Canadian Standard Association that suggest in summer, depending on relative humidity, an acceptable temperature range is between 23 and 28 C. And for those managers who maintain that there’s better productivity in cooler offices, study after study disproves that theory. Lest anyone think I’m sexist and only care about female workers’ comfort, last winter I helped advocate for better conditions for a male editor who works directly on the other side of my office. His office has an exit door built into the exterior wall — a very drafty door. Each day in February when we were all moaning about belowfreezing outside temperatures, he was wearing sweaters and almost turning blue at his desk. One week when he was on vacation, our health and safety group — with my encouragement — got our friendly fix-it man to put proper weatherstripping around the door. After all, guys need comfortable work temperatures, too.
Re: City’s war memorial getting a makeover, July 23. I felt mixed emotions after reading this article. It is highly appropriate to renovate the memorial so that it will stand for decades to come to honour our war veterans who gave so much for our Canadian way of life. On the other hand, it is insulting to see the federal government turning the funding into a political sideshow and photo-op for the run-up to the upcoming federal election. Not surprising, though, what with all of the staged events happening this spring and summer by Prime Minister Harper and his “minions”: last week’s political cartoon was priceless! I sincerely hope MP Paul Calandra or his campaign volunteers show up on my doorstep soliciting my vote. My simple question will be, “why am I more likely to vote Conservative when the Conservative party uses our
tax dollars to shamelessly advertise the great job they are doing?” Wisely spending our tax dollars is their job, and Canadians expect them to do that without the partisan strutting and chest thumping. It is also worrisome that Finance Minister Joe Oliver this past spring proudly forecast the estimated 2015 budget surplus to be $1.4 billion and yet failed to take or answer reporters’ questions after the parliamentary budget officer last week suggested Canada will run a $1.5 billion 2015 deficit. When the Conservatives can manufacture good news to buoy their election mantra and yet choose to ignore contrary troubling information, one has to shake one’s head and wonder when the grandstanding will end and the curtain gets pulled aside to reveal the true wizard(s) of Ottawa.
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Thanks for adopting stretch of highway A big thanks to the people at Markham Veterinary Clinic (6605 Hwy. 7) for their great clearance of two sections of Hwy. 7 as part of the Adopt a Highway program. They go out a total of five times a year on their time off and on Sundays to clean up what inconsiderate people throw out of their windows or stop and dump junk in ditches. As a local resident, their cleanup efforts are greatly appreciated.
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The Pan Am Games have certainly made July an exciting month in Ontario. These games are the largest multisport event ever held on Canadian soil and have featured many proud moments for our community. The spectacular opening ceremony, featuring the 1996 Canadian men’s Olympic gold medalists in the 4x100 metre relay, was outstanding, as was the performance by Cirque du Soleil and the Parade of Nations. The lighting of the cauldron by Steve Nash capped off a 41-day journey through more than 130 communities across Ontario and Canada, including communities in our own riding. I was delighted to attend torch relays in both Markham and Whitchurch-Stouffville. There were 720 athletes representing Canada at the Pan Am Games — the most out of the 41 participating nations. It took them only five days to eclipse the gold medal total from the 2011 Pan Am Games — in fact, for Canada, the 2015 Pan Am Games was their most suc-
MPP Helena Jaczek Oak Ridges-Markham cessful ever. Local members of our community have also seen success at the Pan Am Games. On July 19 Rosie MacLennan of King City won gold and Karen Cockburn of Whitchurch-Stouffville won bronze in women’s Individual trampoline. July 12 Canada won gold in both women and men’s rugby 7s. Led by captain Jen Kish, the women’s rugby team had a perfect 6-0 record and outstanding 295 points for and only 19 points against. The men’s rugby team was led by captain John Moonlight and defeated Argentina 22-19 to win the gold medal in dramatic fashion.
I enjoyed both rugby games and I was amazed at the athleticism and pace required for rugby 7s. The gold medals in rugby have a special tie to our community, as Fletcher’s Field in Markham is the home of Rugby Ontario. There is more excitement to come. I would strongly encourage you to enjoy the Parapan Am Games, which run from Aug. 7 to 15 and will feature 1,608 athletes competing in 15 sports. As all the sports are qualifiers for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, the events will be filled with exciting competition and should not be missed. Finally, I will be having my annual Community Barbecue on Aug. 8 at the Markham Museum from 1 to 4 p.m. As always, it will feature fun for the entire family and will display the best our community has to offer, including local performers. Hope to see you there!
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City turns to signs to get residents to cut grass By Laura Finney
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If you live in certain parts of the city, you may have noticed signs reminding residents to cut their grass. “We put up these signs to remind residents to maintain their grass and property right up to the curb,” said ward 6 councillor Amanda Collucci. According to the Keep Markham Beautiful bylaw, grass must be kept cut below six inches. So far the signs are in wards 5 and 6.
Grass grows across street from sign at McCowan Road and Bur Oak Avenue put up by the city.
‘We got complaints’ Ward 5 Councillor Colin Campbell said they have noticed in some areas, particularly in newer sections with more townhouses and rental properties, grass was getting too long. “Tenants and owners are not keeping property up in front of the house, and that includes the boulevard. If you have one between the sidewalk and the road, it’s your responsibility on the bylaw to keep that trimmed,” he said. “We noticed a lot of people were not doing that. We got complaints.”
This has been an ongoing issue, he said, and they decided to use the signs to help educate people about the bylaw. “The vast majority of people keep their houses beautiful, and have pride in their homes,” said Campbell. “We just want to get the message across to those that don’t. We want the place to be beautiful.” He said he has been working with several community groups to help spread the message, and so far it has been successful. “These signs have been very well received. We think that they are working,” said Collucci. And if residents do not comply, it can be costly. “If you don’t cut it we will cut it and we put it on your taxes,” said Campbell. Collucci said it could cost just over $60 an hour if city staff cuts your lawn, plus a $50 fee. “That’s not the way we want to approach it. We want people to be proactive,” said Campbell. “It’s really for the sake of the neighbourhood.” For more information about this, and other bylaws visit markham.ca
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Aug. 2 Concert Sundays
Great band music, featuring the 48th Highlanders of Canada. Begins at 7 p.m. at the Millenium Bandstand on Main Street Unionville. For more visit www.mcband.ca. Free.
Aug. 3 Simcoe Day at the Varley
Join in the courtyard for free familyfriendly activities 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to celebrate Simcoe Day at the Varley Art Gallery on Main Street, Unionville. Experience hands-on activities inspired by current exhibition Traversive Territories. Varley Art Gallery of Markham, 216 Main St., Unionville
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Markham Concert Band performance begins at 7 p.m. at the Millennium Bandstand on Main Street Unionville. Free.
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Jeanine Mackie performs eclectic mix of groove R&B and jazz on eve of Markham Jazz Festival starting at 7:30 p.m. Free at bandstand in Unionville.
Aug. 20 FUNK AND SOUL
Debut of Oakland Stroke, a funk and soul band, and the powerful horn section of Tower of Power. Performance begins at 7:30 p.m., ends at 9 p.m. and is free. For more information visit www.unionvillepresents.com
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Night of World Music
World Music chart-topper guitarist Johannes Linstead returns to the Millenium Bandstand on Main Street Unionville with his Latin and Mediterranean classical repertoire at 7:30
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Sept. 29 Markham at the Movies
Screening of 2014 TIFF film, “A Brilliant Young Mind” about a social awkward teenage math prodigy with autism, who finds new confidence and friendships when he lands a spot on the British squad at the International Mathematics Olympiad. Starring Sally Hawkins, Asa Butterfield and Rafe Spall. Based on 2007 documentary “Beautiful Young Minds” by Morgan Matthews, who also directs film. 7 p.m. at Flato Markham Theatre.
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ment company and York Region, which is planning to construct a seniors complex with twice the capacity of Heritage Village. Unionville Home Society is a non-profit organization that receives operational funding from the province. Debra Cooper Burger, CEO of UHS, has said they had to sell the property to pay debts on Union Villa. their long-term care facility, and because of the amount of capital investment needed to maintain and repair the Heritage Village units. While the current residents, who range in age from 60 to 99, were told they would be given priority at the new regional facility, if they wish to live there, they would still have to move off the site until it is ready. Right now it is estimated to be finished in 2020. Several residents voiced their concerns at a meeting June 16. Many said they wanted to see the regional facility built first so they could transition into it, saving them two moves, long waiting lists
and added stress. During the meeting Rick Farrell, general manager of housing services at the region, said so far the region has only given approval to buy the land. It is a complex and complicated issue and the biggest hurdle would be to get capital funding, he said. But now it appears the residents will get their wish. “The Region has met with Minto and UHS and all have agreed to pursue a revised plan that would see the Regional building constructed first,” said a representative from the Region in an email on Monday. Bruce Macgregor, Chief Administrative Officer at the region, shared the news with regional members of Markham council and other regional staff in an email last Friday after regional representatives met with UHS and Minto. “As a result of yesterday’s meeting, all parties (Minto, UHS and the Region) have agreed to pursue a revised plan that would see the Regional building constructed first so that the residents might be offered the first opportunity for
relocation within the community,” he said. “This should ease the initial concerns stemming from this proposal.” Mayor Frank Scarpitti was not at that meeting, but he did meet with UHS and Minto earlier that day. While the Region will be purchasing land to build the new facility, something that he said is needed in the area, he said they were not directly involved with this issue.
“The Region has met with Minto and UHS and all have agreed to pursue a revised plan that would see the Regional building constructed first” The driving force behind the sale is that UHS needed the money, he said. “They are facing tremendous financial pressures,” said Scarpitti. “It’s a sad comment that they receive funding per person that is
less than what prisoners get when it comes to funding to operate their facilities.” Cooper Burger was unavailable for comment before time of press, but Scarpitti said in the meeting, Minto expressed flexibility and UHS said they would revisit their plan to see if there was a way to allow seniors to stay. “I’m sure that’s meant accepting some additional financial hardship on behalf of Unionville Home Society,” he said. “But obviously if everything can be done in the time we’ve set out to do it, it is going to mean that the seniors can stay within their buildings until the new building is completed.” Scarpitti also noted that the regional plan remains as it always was, and that is to have the regional facility finished by 2020. “There is nothing that has really changed on the region’s perspective,” he said. During the meeting he was asked if the region could speed up the region’s processes. “The fact is we could maybe speed it up a couple of months, but nothing dramatic,” he said.
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The Calder Cup will make a scheduled stop in Thornhill today, Thursday, July 30. Bringing the trophy — emblematic of supremacy in the American Hockey League — to Thornhill will be Andrew Crescenzi. A forward this past season with the Manchester Monarchs, where he amassed seven goals and eight assists in 54 regular season games and three helpers during the postseason, Crescenzi was a member of the club which skated off with this year’s AHL title. As one of the perks for being on the championship squad, each team member has the honour of possessing the Calder Cup for one day. A former member of the Thornhill Rebels and Markham Islanders while honing his minor hockey skills, Crescenzi, 22, will have the Calder Cup Thursday and will put it on display at the Thornhill Community Centre’s Fireside Lounge from 6 to 8 p.m. Those wishing to see the Calder Cup can do so and have their photo taken with Crescenzi during that time-
frame. Crescenzi is hoping people will make a charitable donation to Mosaic’s Care Connexion. Donations of $20 and up will be provided with a charitable tax receipt. The community centre is at 7755 Bayview Ave. — Michael Hayakawa
Mini Rogers Cup comes to Markham The Rogers Cup attracts some of the world’s top tennis players. At the same time, Rogers and Tennis Canada have joined forces to create a grassroots initiative to raise the sport’s profile and encourage participation. To do this, they created the Mini Rogers Cup. Tailored for youths 12 years of age and under, the Mini Rogers Cup is conducted through a series tournaments held in Ontario and Quebec. While the program has been staged in Quebec over the last three years, it is making its debut in Ontario this year. In Ontario, participating clubs ran one-day, under-12 team tournaments through-
out this month in conjunction with the Ontario Tennis Association. With teams comprised of three girls and three boys, each are vying for a berth in the finals to be held at Mayfair Parkway in Markham from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. “In addition to offering world-class tennis and an unbeatable guest experience at Rogers Cup, our aim is to promote the sport and get more people involved,” said Karl Hale, Rogers Cup Toronto tournament director, in a news release. “This is a great way to extend the reach of Rogers Cup and get kids around the province excited about tennis. It will be a pleasure to have these young talents at the tournament, and we might even be seeing a future Rogers Cup champion.” A $500 National Bank Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) will be awarded in trust to the parents or guardian of each winner. The winners will also have the chance to attend a session of Rogers Cup and be recognized on Centre Court The Mayfair Parkway Club is located at 50 Steelcase Rd. E. — Michael Hayakawa
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Wednesday, August 5th , 2015 12pm-8:00pm Markham North Welcome Centre 8400 Woodbine Ave (Woodbine/Hwy7) Join an Amazing Team! We will be interviewing candidates on site for part time employment opportunities at 360°kids. We are looking for: After School Program - Site Supervisors and Program Assistants Child and Youth Workers Relief Staff for all programs Please come prepared with resume and references Located in the Furniture Mall Plaza FREE Parking at REAR of Building or on Street For more information regarding our programs and these employment opportunities visit our website: www.360kids.ca/employment/ 360°kids is an equal opportunity employer
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RECE and Assistant Teachers for Supply and Before & After School positions required for Markham & Stouffville centres. Strong programming, leadership, and communication skills required. Commitment to working in a child care setting. Recent police screening and up-to-date immunizations required. Please submit your resume to Sari Connell Manager, Staffing and Employee Relations By email: hr@uppercanadachildcare.com By fax: 289.982.1116
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Sylebration fuses two passions of Sy Benlolo By Laura Finney
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ven though Sy Benlolo’s life was tragically cut short at age 40, he touched a lot of people through his music and his personality. “Sy was a very lovable, friendly, funny and talented guy,” said his cousin Marc Saltzman. “Everybody who knew Sy loved him.” Benlolo, who grew up in North York before moving to Thornhill, started playing music at age 10 and never stopped. And he was more than just a musician. He was a performer. Growing up, Benlolo and Saltzman were very close, like brothers, Saltzman said. They were even in a band Remedy together. “Music really was our glue,” said Saltzman. “We were in the band together, so every waking moment from age 10 or 11 all the way to age 25, it was all about the music.” Some of his favourite memories of Sy are from that time. “My fondest memories of him would be playing in front of large groups, and we’ve had some amazing gigs as a band where we’ve opened up for The Tragically Hip, we opened up for Goo Goo Dolls, and we opened for Barenaked Ladies,” he said. “Seeing him turn around with a smile on his face, ear to ear when the crowd was going nuts, is something that is forever burned in my memory.” As they got older, Saltzman began a career in technology, he
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got married and had children. But Benlolo stayed in music. He started performing at dance clubs, playing his guitar over the DJ’s music. His stage name became Sy Sylver and he travelled the world doing what he loved. But music was not his only passion. He also loved children. “Even though he was single, he loved kids, as well. He was everybody’s uncle Sy,” said Saltzman, “including my three kids, they would get so excited when he would come in the door.”
‘He would be blown away at the amount of interest and support for him years after he has passed on. He’d be proud that we are using that money to improve the life of kids.’ Sadly, Benlolo died in April 2012 after having an anaphylactic reaction to some of his medication while working in Mexico. “It was a real loss when he passed away, it was a real shock,” said Saltzman. “The irony is that someone so full of life with a larger-than-life personality, very extroverted and funny, the fact that he passed away was such a disconnect. It was so opposite of what you would expect.” To help keep his memory alive,
Saltzman has helped organize Sylebration, an annual event that raises money for the music therapy program at The Hospital For Sick Children. “The point of the event is to celebrate Sy’s life to keep his memory alive,” said Saltzman. “And we fuse his two passions, which are music and kids.” There have been three Sylebrations so far, each event drawing hundreds of people. Organizers even have support from KISS, who not only made a small promotional video for the event, but also donated tickets and VIP passes to a concert, along with a guitar signed by all four members. “He was a huge KISS fan,” said Saltzman. “Since he was old enough to walk.” The event has raised $150,000, which Saltzman said is a testament to how many people were touched by Benlolo. “It’s not easy to do that year after year and get hundreds and hundreds of people out, but because it’s Sy, we’re able to do it.” While Benlolo did not know about the program at Sick Kids Hospital, Saltzman said he would have loved it. “He used to do that for family members,” he said. “He used to love playing for people to make them feel better. That’s Sy.” And he would be honoured that so much had been raised in his name. “I think he would be very humbled at the attendance and support of such a charity in his
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“Adored by children, universally respected and an inspiration to her peers, Mrs. McCluskey was a tireless volunteer, quick to deflect the praise heaped on her.”
Thornhill’s Sy Benlolo was both a music fan — of KISS, especially — and a performer and will be remembered for his passions. honour, in his name and in his memory,” he said. “I think he would be blown away at the amount of interest and support for him years after he has passed on. He’d be proud Your community newspaper is celebrating the achievements and contributions of everyday, ordinary people, who have affected the lives of others in extraordinary ways. Leaving a lasting impression on the community, our award-winning journalists will write a fitting tribute in memory of those who have a special story to share. Through your community newspaper and LifeNews.ca, we celebrate those no longer with us and remember the memories we share.
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Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm • 905-853-2527 • Toll Free 1-800-743-3353 • Fax 905-853-1765 • For delivery questions, please contact 1-855-853-5613 Patricia Johnson, born Hillsport, ON, April 12, 1937; died Markham, ON, July 26, 2015. Beloved mother, passionate opera lover, motorcycle enthusiast, detailed accountant, Elvis fanatic - Patricia Johnson was so many things, and extraordinary in so many ways. A lifelong skiing fan, Patricia was born in the aptly-named town of Hillsport, Ontario, in 1937, and grew up in then-Port Arthur (present Thunder Bay), where she attended and graduated from Hillcrest High School. Working her way through nursing school, Patricia did odd modeling assignments, enjoyed the Port Arthur nightlife, and made even more friends, many of whom she stayed in constant touch with over the next six decades. Moving to Toronto in the early sixties, Patricia worked at G&H Steel, where she developed her bookkeeping chops, becoming a detailed and meticulous numbers expert. She eventually worked for herself and had a roster of grateful and high-profile clients, many of whom worked in the busy Toronto/GTA real estate market. Patricia was a passionate music lover. It was this love that lead her to meet Vilmos Kustanczy in the early 1970s. Their marriage produced one child, Catherine, who was introduced to opera at the age of four by her mother. Around this time, Patricia also enrolled Catherine in piano lessons. Over the years, the pair enjoyed beautiful evenings at the then-O’Keefe Centre (present-day Sony Centre), for Canadian Opera Company productions, Roy Thomson Hall, for Toronto Symphony Orchestra concerts, and outings that took them to the Stratford Festival, the Canadian Stage Company, Harbourfront Centre, the Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Ontario, Opera Hamilton, as well as cultural excursions in Toronto, New York City, Europe, Scandinavia, and the regions of the Mediterranean. it was the thrill of a lifetime for Patricia to see Luciano Pavarotti perform live at the Metropolitan Opera in various productions in the 1990s. One of the chief joys of Patricia’s later life was being a dog-mom to Fifi and Chouchou, two teacup Yorkies with feisty temperaments that complemented their owner. Patricia was also a tireless and proud supporter of the pursuits and passions of her daughter, a journalist. A big smile, infectious laugh, and generous nature, even through tough times like repeated chemotherapy treatments, made Patricia special to so many. Patricia will be deeply missed by Catherine, Fifi, Chouchou, and the many good friends and lives she touched over her 78 years. Friends will be received at Dixon-Garland Funeral Home, 166 Main St., North (Markham Rd.) Markham on Thursday, July 30th, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday at 1pm. Reception to follow. Interment Elmwood Cemetery.
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Peacefully, on Saturday, July 25, 2015, at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry at age 76. Glenn Grove, beloved husband of Joan (nee Gayman) of Blackstock. Loving father of Doug Grove and his wife Lorrie of Blackstock, Jeff Grove of Blackstock, and Frances Grove and her fiancé Ken Hurst of Ajax. Loved grandfather of D.J., Katie, Kelsey, and Michaela. Dear brother of Carley and her husband the late Dent Brown, Judy and her husband John Saunders, Lloyd Grove (deceased) and his wife Gloria, and Murray Grove (deceased) and his wife Marian. Rested at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985 2171. At the Family’s request no flowers, but memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Blackstock United Church Memorial Fund, the Port Perry Hospital Foundation, or Canadian PKU and Allied Disorders (Daughter Frances was born with PKU - no tax receipt). A Celebration of Glenn’s life will be held at the Blackstock Recreation Centre, 3440 Church Street, Blackstock on Thursday, August 6th starting at 2 p.m. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com “Will be missed by all who knew him with his constant smile and loving nature” MEACOCK, Thomas Knevett Born in Toronto on March 24, 1927, Tom passed away peacefully on July 25, 2015 in Campbellford, Ontario. He will be greatly missed by his brother Bill (Lynne) and was predeceased by brother Andy (Joyce). Tom is lovingly remembered by nieces and nephews Heather (Keith), Bruce (Liz), Kathleen and Kirk, and will be dearly missed by his cousin in Scotland, Moyra (Nat). Tom spent most of his adult life in Unionville, Ontario where he founded a construction company. His love of travel and adventure eventually saw him managing prestigious construction projects in countries around the world including Saipan, Qatar and the Americas. Tom was a passionate pilot, enjoyed spending time in the Haliburton Highlands and for many years was a contributing columnist to Markham and Unionville newspapers. A proud Canadian, Tom joined the Canadian Army at the age of 17 during WWII. A private interment will take place on August 10th where he will join his mother (Christine) and father (Leonard). Friends may leave online remembrances at www.dixongarland.com and, if desired, donations can be made to the charity of choice.
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HAMMOND, Marlene (nee Latremouille) of Unionville, ON passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, July 26th, 2015 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Don for 54 years. Cherished and devoted mom of Christine (John) Mansz. Loving grandma of Austin and Tristan. Dear sister of Bernice Kather, Doug, Verna (John) Sinclair and Elaine (Art) Ashton. She is predeceased by siblings Margaret Stewart, Warren, Ken and brother-in-law Jim Kather. Marlene was the amazing Aunt of numerous nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly. Friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Road (north of Lawrence Ave.), Weston on Saturday, August 1st, 2015 from 10:30 a.m. until time of the Celebration of her life in the chapel at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Austin’s Cardiac Kids would be greatly appreciated.
MIDDLETON, Max Isaiah “Just Max” Tragically, as a result of a motor vehicle accident, on Friday, July 24, 2015. Max of Dummer Township, in his 20th year. Beloved son of Laurie Toms (Doug) of Dummer Township, and Mike Middleton (Jacqueline) of Markham. Dear brother of Joshua (April), Jordan, Ben and Jack. Adored uncle of Gracie Middleton, his “Little Peanut”. Much loved grandson of Don and Dorothy Middleton of Markham and Lynda and Wayne Shortreed of Peterborough. Loving boyfriend to Morgann Kirk of Peterborough. Max will be remembered by many other relatives, co-workers and friends for his big heart and generosity. We are all going to remember and miss this kind and considerate young man. Visiting will be held at the ASHBURNHAM FUNERAL HOME & RECEPTION CENTRE, on Thursday, July 30, from 1-3 pm and 6-7 pm with a Memorial Service to follow on Thursday at 7 pm in the chapel. If desired, condolences to the family, directions to the celebration, or donations to the Animal Rescue Krew (ARK) may be made at www.AshburnhamFuneral.ca or by calling 705-740-0444.
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RICHARDSON, Charles Peacefully at Markham Stouffville Hospital on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Dorothy. Dear father of Cheryl (Richard), Gayle Duncan (Robert) and Matthew. Loving grandfather of Emily, and Charlie. Brother of Iris Mattason (Don) and the late June Menzies. Friends will be received at the Dixon Garland Funeral Home, 166 Main St. N. (Markham Rd.) Markham on Friday 6-9 p.m. Service in the chapel on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment Highland Memory Gardens.
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Noise By-Law Exemption MARKHAM FAIRGROUNDS 10801 McCowan Road AUGUST 15th & 16th, 2015 Canadian Multicultural Radio has applied to the City of Markham for an exemption to Noise By-Law 2003-137. The exemption location is Markham Fairgrounds (10801 McCowan Road) and allows for amplified sound past the 5 p.m. by-law limit. The exemption will permit amplified music related to a CMR STAR FEST 2015. The exemption period is Saturday, August 15th to 11pm and Sunday, August 16th to 11pm. For information or comments on the Noise Exemption contact the City of Markham at the following number: 905.477.5530 By-Law Enforcement & Licensing Division City of Markham
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the Estate of Mark Paul Moscovitch Date of Death January 16, 2015 I, the undersigned, propose to distribute the assets of the Estate of Mark Paul Moscovitch, late of the Town of Markham in the Regional Municipality of York, and will be responsible only for claims of which I have notice and which are received by me on or before the 13th day of September, 2015. DATED at Richmond Hill this 30th day of July, 2015. Melanie Moscovitch m.moscovi1@gmail.com
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