Milton Villager Magazine Volume 1, Issue 11 - August 2013 www.MiltonVillager.com
If you would like to advertise in Milton Villager email rick@dilorenzo.com Publisher - Rick Di Lorenzo, rick@dilorenzo.com Photographers - Ann Kornuta, Denise Cooperwhite, Eva Mende-Gibson Reporters - Stuart Service, Laura Steiner, Elizabeth Kogan, Leslie Kennedy,Tania MacWilliam and Samantha Dotson Cover Photo: Doug Ellis and Mayor Gord Krantz Printed in Canada. All rights reserved. Opinions expressed in this magazine are not necessarily that of the publisher and no liability is assumed for omissions or errors Follow us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/MiltonVillager Milton Villager Magazine is available at these fine local businesses: Grocery stores: Metro, Food Port, Real Canadian Super Store, Kabul Fine Foods, La Rose Bakery Food: Hero Burger, Pizza Nova, Troys Diner, Coffee Culture, Heritage Fish and Chips, Symposium, Shoeless Joe’s, Portabello’s, Bombay Grill, Mama Mila’s Cafe, Quiznos, Cafe Zauq, Empire Wok, Mr. Sub Recreation: Milton Sports Centre, Leisure Centre, Milton Centre for the Arts, Making Waves Swim School Shopping: Milton Mall, Home Hardware, Staples
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It is with deep sadness that we say farewell to Canadian jazz legend, Peter Appleyard, who died Wednesday, July 17, at the age of 84. Appleyardwas arguably one of Canada’s most celebrated vibraphonists. He was made an officer of the Order of Canada in 1992, and has shared stages with Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Miles Davis to name a few. His immeasurable talent will live on in the more than 20 albums, and countless collaborations.
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launch event: saturday, september 7 1:00 pm, lions sports park Help Milton Transit celebrate the addition of Saturday service by joining Mayor Gord Krantz at the ofcial kick-off event. Enter a draw to win a free monthly pass! Saturday routes and schedules will be available online at www.milton.ca/transit or by calling 905-864-4141. All Milton Transit buses are fully accessible.
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n Saturday June 22, 2013, the Milton District Hospital Auxiliary(MDHA) held its 33rd Annual Strawberry Fair at the Milton Fair Grounds.
Celebrations began at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast served by the Optimist Club of Milton. A plate of two pancakes with strawberry preserves, sausage and coffee cost $4, with proceeds going to the MDHA. The breakfast became a barbecue in the afternoon.
Strawberry Fair Helps Fund Hospital Improvements
There was a parade through the fairgrounds led by festival officials, including Mayor Gord Krantz and Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) Ted Chudleigh.They made their way through the grounds ending up at the stage for official remarks. Volunteers served strawberries, cake, ice cream,and non-alcoholic daiquiris throughout the afternoon. Hip-hop dancers and a barbershop quartet provided the entertainment. The juicy summer fruit wasn’t the only highlight.The physiotherapy department was there giving free massages.The department is operated by the Milton District Hospital, and all of its proceeds go into the hospital’s general fund.“[The physiotherapy department] takes ownership of that, whether it be buying more equipment for the operating room (OR) … or to continue programs that are outside of our department,” said Jody Strik, a physiotherapist for Halton Healthcare.The physiotherapy department offers full physiotherapy and massage therapy services from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday). Most private insurers cover the department’s services.
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The provincial government officially approved the Milton District Hospital expansion in August 2011, which will see the hospital triple in size and feature an expanded maternity unit and an emergency room. The Milton District Hospital will have up to 70 new beds when completed. The hospital received a $22.5 million planning grant in April 2012 from the provincial government to proceed with the creation of a functional program that sets out detailed requirements for equipment, staffing and the building itself. It was presented to the provincial government in November 2012. The hospital underwent its last major expansion in 1987.
Michael Beaver making strawberry smoothies
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by Laura Steiner | Photos by Ann Kornuta
Cruisin’ on a Hot Summer Night
Classic Car Show
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either rain nor tornado warnings from Environment Canada could keep the car-crazy Milton folk away from the classic car show that took place on an elemental Saturday last month. The Cruisin’ on a Hot Summer Night Classic Car Show, hosted by the Milton DBIA, which took place on Saturday, July 19, has been an annual event in the town for more than a decade. Miltonians turned out in droves to see more than 100 pre-1974 cars that lined Main Street from Saint Paul’s Church right down to Troy’s Diner. “It’s an opportunity to see everything that downtown Milton has to offer.” said Donna Danielli, executive director at the Milton DBIA and organizer of the Classic Car Show. It was also a chance for car enthusiasts to witness the pride of ownership firsthand, Danielli added. “To see the amount work and restoration that goes into these vehicles after years gone by is really amazing,” she said. Out of all the classic cars that sit pretty at the show, four are chosen for recognition by councilors and by the mayor of Milton, Gord Krantz. “I try to sort out the convertibles from the hardtops as well as the year of the car,” said Krantz. “I
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suspect a little bit of nostalgia might go into it as well. I’ll be the first one to admit that.” The winner of this year’s Mayor’s Choice was Doug Ellis of Oakville. His 1956 Oldsmobile, two-door Holiday coupe with flashy pink and black exterior caught Krantz’s eye. Ellis said his car has features that today’s “bellybutton cars” just don’t have.
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Despite the relentless rain that forced attendees into the nearest store, everyone seemed to be having a good time. Children were enjoying icecream cones and standing by the cars while their parents encouraged big smiles and silly poses for snapshots. Couples walked around the extended patios where music and cold beverages flowed equally. People were making the most out of the evening. “Downtown Milton is the hidden gem of this town,” said Danielli. “That’s what I would hope people would come out to see.”
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Ellis has been a patron of the Classic Car Show in Milton for four years and enjoys meeting and talking with everyone who comes out to see the classic vehicles. “For my car to win is just fantastic,” he said. “It gives you bragging rights.”
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Milton Stands Strong Against Bullying
ecent research from the Journal of Adolescent Health shows that bullying is a potential risk factor for adolescent depression and suicide for both the bullied and the bully.
The event featured a martial arts demonstration by the Milton Tsunami of the Academy of Martial Arts (AMA), musical performances by local youths, and guest speakers, with Mayor Gord Krantz and MP Lisa Raitt making the opening remarks.
A Milton-based, youth-led grassroots anti-bullying movement wants to make a difference by raising awareness about the rate and impact of bullying.
Following Krantz’s and Raitt’s comments was an address by Milton’s own Olympic aerial skier, Travis Gerrits. He shared how it was important for him to attend the event as a way of reciprocating the support he received from the community during his journey to the Olympics.
On July 6, Milton Stands Strong Against Bullying(MSSAB) hosted an event at the Milton Fair Grounds to raise awareness of crisis resources and funds for suicide prevention training. “[We] hope to raise awareness of bullying to prevent … children from falling victim,” said Dalton Cole, 17-yearold co-founder of MSSAB,“and [ultimately] reduce future [instances of ] suicide.” Another goal of the event was to affirm MSSAB’s message that its members will no longer be bystanders. “We won’t tolerate [bullying] anymore,” said Yianni Kioussis, the other 17-year-old co-founder of MSSAB. “I think kids all over the community are well aware of that now.” A committee of adult volunteers, led by youth advocate Terri Naccarato, worked tirelessly to help organize the event. The youths approached Naccarato to help out after learning of her volunteer work with the Deck Youth Centre. Since she believes in empowering youths by guiding their passions, she happily obliged. “I feel it’s important to listen to our kids,” said Naccarato. “When they reach out to help each other, that is big and needs to be heard.”
Gerrits later spent time posing for photographs and signing autographs. He then invited attendees to sign a Canadian flag, which he plans to bring with him to the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.
The Backstory Lauren Saelzer, photo by Adam Charbonneau
MSSAB began as a Facebook group co-founded by 17-year-olds Yianni Kioussis and Dalton Cole as a response to Kioussis being bullied. The pair felt that it was important to have a virtual space where youths could share their stories and be supported. “We created this group so teens have a place to speak up,” said Kioussis. “So they’re not scared, and so they don’t feel alone.” The group grew to 10,000 members in just six days thanks to a passionate social media campaign led by a team of six primary members. Joining Cole and Kioussis were event coordinator Ryan Ashley, 18; web designer Branden Cole, 21; team support Cory Mottram, 17, and social media manager Aaron Zomers, 15. The group now maintains a website that allows youths to share personal stories and offers resource information; it also has a chat feature providing anonymous peer support. To keep uptodate or to get involved in future MSSAB initiatives, please visit miltonstandsstrong.com.
Saelzer told listeners her tale of being bullied, how she found the inner strength to overcome her darkest moments, and how she finally chose self-love over self-harm. Nelson the Giant story time, face painting, and a bouncy castle entertained children while the audience listened to musical performances and speeches.
Saelzer recounted the moment she took control of her life back from the clutches of darkness. After what seemed like an eternity of torment, she reached her breaking point. She said she was sitting alone one day when she decided enough was enough.
Among speech topics were mental self-defense and the bystander effect, shared by Julie Creighton and Carrie Percival of AMA.
“There was a voice inside my head that said I have to let go,” she said in an interview with the Milton Villager. “I don’t know what it was, but I knew I couldn’t harm myself any longer.”
Another topic discussed was bullying in the LGBT community. Michelle Emson, a transformational coach and inspirational speaker, shared her personal journey from self-bullying to selfacceptance.
Saelzer confessed that getting through the pain wasn’t easy and that it didn’t go away overnight. “But once you finally [realize] that you’re worth it and that you can’t let those bullies define who you are, then you feel so much better about yourself.”
Speeches concluded with a keynote address called “Love Your Vibe.” Elvira Hopper, an author, life coach, and inspirational speaker, shared how youths could use the lessons shared in “Love Your Vibe” to self-protect from the emotional trauma that so often results from bullying.
Speaking at the event was a cathartic experience, Saelzer said.“When I finally got the courage and the opportunity to speak, I decided to let it go and let everyone know.”
Money raised at the event will fund the group’s anti-bullying initiatives, with a portion donated to established community resources such as the Deck Youth Centre and the Reach Out Centre for Kids. The overarching goal of the event was to let youths know that there are caring people in the community, including those on the MSSAB team. “We want to let everyone know they’re not alone,” said Cole “We stand here for them.”
Since the event, Saelzer has received positive feedback from youths who relate to her journey. She is thankful knowing that she isn’t alone in her experience, something she wouldn’t have realized if she hadn’t allowed herself to be vulnerable by publicly sharing her account of bullying. With her darkness behind her, and a newfound sense of camaraderie, she looks forward to a fulfilling future. Saelzer plans to pursue her passion for helping animals by attending a related college program. “It’s amazing how one day can change your life,” she said.
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Sixteen-year-old Milton resident Lauren Saelzer courageously shared her bullying survival story as the sole youth speaker at the event.
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A Story of Survival
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Raising Funds for Hospital
with Gourmet Food and Wine Tasting
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t was a hot day in Milton, but that didn’t stop more than 150 people from coming together in Gambrel Barn at Country Heritage Park to help raise funds for the Milton District Hospital Foundation.
The Indulge! Gourmet Food and Wine Tasting event drew vendors and attendees from Milton and beyond to help raise money to support Milton District Hospital. With more than 170 tickets sold in advance of the doors opening on July 14, the event was a success before it even started. “It’s all for the hospital,” Heather Penman, former chair of the MDHF, said. “Everyone needs the hospital, so everyone needs to have the hospital expansion.” Gina Bello, a resident of Milton and supporter of the hospital agrees. “Milton is such a fast growing community. And that community needs to give back. It needs to support itself.” Indulge, now in its second year, was a $50 a ticket event that was fully supported by the sponsors and vendors in attendance and featured everything from massages and henna to food and wine and beer samples. Between the gazpacho at one table, steak at another, raspberry wine at one end and beer at the other, there was something for every taste.
Bello credits the vendors at the event, which included Hands on Healing, Live Bait Ale House, The Bread House, Rad Brothers, Scotch Block Winery and many others, for making the event the success it was. “Vendors really came together,” said Bello.“They dedicated their time and their resources. It’s really fantastic.” In addition to the array of vendors, Marg Saliba was excited about all of the familiar faces in attendance. “It’s nice to see so many faces you know from the community, but there are so many new faces, too,” she said. “It’s wonderful to see such a turnout because the hospital needs to be supported. It’s such an amazing hospital.”
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“All of the money we raise goes toward buying things that are critical to everything we do,” said Milton District Hospital CEO Janet Skupsky. “The hospital is integral to this community. We need to grow with our growing community.”
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The food was hot and the beer cold, perfect for a hot summer afternoon in July. But once the last glass was poured and the last dish cleared, ultimately the biggest indication of the event’s success was the funds raised for MDHF.
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Community BBQ By Elizabeth Kogan |
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he humidity clung to the air; the skies were grey; yet, the sun’s valiant effort to seep through was visible. The day was June 22, 2013, the day of the Muslim Association of Milton’s sixth annual barbecue.
Ali was especially grateful to Mayor Gord Krantz’s immense support over the years. During the speeches, Mayor Krantz described how community is really the fabric of family, and he considers the Muslim community family.
As you approached the lush green grounds of the Croatian Club Karlovac, you could hear the joyful sound of children playing happily in the park, swinging blissfully back and forth on the swings. And then our senses were hit with the irresistible aroma of exquisite food grilling on the barbecue:a feast of chicken, beef, and hot dogs—all to tempt our hearty appetites.
Ted Chudleigh, Halton MPP, also shared what he loves about attending the annual event: “I love this community. When people come to Canada, they bring the best of their culture to Canada, to Ontario, to Milton.”
The event had something for everyone: food, games for the kids and awards honouring youth achievement in academics.
Milton Muslim Association presented a cheque for $5,000 to Helen Vatistas, executive director of the Milton District Hospital Foundation.
Haashim Rehan, 11, was recognized for his outstanding creation of a “BottleBot” (a robot made from a water dispenser bottle). Rehan began making robots as a hobby after being inspired from watching the movie WALL-E. His latest ingenuous invention, the BottleBot, can move forward, backward, left and right, move its arms up and down, tilt its head and move its eyes, too. It can even answer questions. Rehan said that this is only the beginning and that he intends to continue to work on more features as well as continue to further his knowledge in the robot and programming realms. Syed Rahat Ali, director of the Muslim Association of Milton, said the annual barbeque is a way to get the community together so children can play. “Community is everything,” he said. It’s also an opportunity for local businesses to showcase their wares and for everyone to sample delicious food; all while raising funds for the Milton District Hospital Foundation.
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Family Opens Columbian Football Inspired Soccer School
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uly 10, 2013, marked the two-year countdown to the start of the Pan-Am and Parapan Am games.
Celebrations were held in communities across the Golden Horseshoe slated to host Pan Am Games events. Each community highlighted the sport they would be hosting. Since Milton is hosting the cycling event it was only fitting that Olympic cyclist Curt Harnett emcee the official ceremonies in front of Town Hall. “Today is about bringing the excitement of the Toronto 2015 games to all parts of the Greater Toronto area,” said TO2015 CEO Ian Troop. Representing the organizers at Milton’s official ceremonies was games committee chairman Roger Garland. “You are integral to these games,” he told the crowd of spectators. Milton is set to host track cycling events at the velodrome to be located at the corner of Tremaine and Derry Roads. The facility will house a 250-metre track to international standards and a fitness centre. The project has excited Halton MP and Transport Minister Lisa Raitt and her family. “We’re going to have this facility long after the games have ended,” she said. Cycling is becoming a family pastime. After the games are over, the velodrome will serve as the home to Cycling Canada offices and as athletic facilities for a future Wilfrid Laurier University campus. Harnett was joined by fellow Olympians Isabelle TurcotteBaird and Shelby Gautier, who both spoke of how proud they were the games were being held on home soil. Following the official festivities, there was a free barbecue hosted by the Optimist Club of Milton. There was something there for all ages: bikes to be tried, energy drinks, craftsin the gazebo set up for the kids andsidewalk chalkto decorate the pathways through Victoria Park; a band playing outside the park providing a euphonious backdrop for a veritable family event.
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anada develops Crosbys and Gretzkys, not Ronaldos and Pelés, but that could change if a Colombian family can enlighten the unconverted. Soccer is an important part of life to the Ariza family, who moved to Canada in 2008. “To me, soccer is everything,” said Luis Aziza. “When I was young I used to play four or five hours a day,” said Luis, who’s been playing soccer since age 10. His routine involved dropping off his backpack at home after school, and then rushing outside to play soccer. Only Luis’ mother could pull him away when she summoned him back to the house for meals. Thirty years later, Luis still plays soccer for hours every day. He’s played and coached soccer professionally in Colombia and in Canada. Now he has turned his passion for soccer into a family business. His goal is to create soccer leagues that teach Latin-style football fundamentals to Miltonians unfamiliar with the style. “Pro-Soccer Planet is a family business and soccer school,” he said. “Our goal is to teach to the kids the proper way. Soccer is not only running and a couple of skills; it’s competition; it’s balance; agility and reaction.” Luis’s daughter, Carol Ariza, is also a coach and equally passionate about the sport. “Here [Canada] it’s just hockey and baseball,” Carol said. “For us, soccer is everything. We want to teach kids how to enjoy; how to… play with love and how to feel it.”
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Story by Stuart Service, Photo by Ann Kornuta
Story by Laura Steiner
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Celebrating Two-Year Countdown to 2015 Pan Am Games
Tips For Selling a Home by the Honest Salesman 14 | Milton Villager
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hen someone walks into his office wanting to sell a home, Cliff Barron, a Milton real estate agent with Sutton Group, won’t let that prospective client sign any paperwork until he or she talks to a couple more agents.
Not long after graduating from the University of Toronto, Barron decided to follow his father’s lead and give the real estate business his full attention. Now, Barron is a decorated agent with Sutton Group, an author, and possessor of a wealth of knowledge able to answer any real estate question.
Barron recommends that everyone move with caution before proceeding by seeking multiple second opinions.
When asked about recent periodicals claiming that Canadian housing prices are on the verge of collapse, Barron said he had read that same article in 2002. And in 2003. And every year since.
Barron suggests starting the process by interviewing three agents. “A lot of people just interview one agent, sign up, and next thing you know, the home is either listed too high or sold for too low,” he said. It’s an honest approach that, while it might lose some business in the end for Barron, creates a “guilt-free” approach. And he finds that keeping real estate real goes a long way toward putting his clients and him on the same page. Barron’s approach began to develop at a very young age; his father, a mortgage broker, took him under his wing to show him the real estate ropes.
“It’s eleven years later, and prices are still going up,” and he doesn’t see that trend letting up. “The way I look at it, Toronto is the biggest city in the country but still undervalued compared to Vancouver,” said Barron, adding that a tiny bungalow could easily be sold for more than $1 million. “Real estate in Toronto is dirt cheap compared with the world’s most densely populated cities like Manhattan and Tokyo.”
“He used to take me around the houses when I was a kid and he’d always ask, ‘What do you think this one’s worth?’” Barron said.
Lately, selling a home is turning into a “crazy busy” experience. There are typically multiple prospective buyers for any given home, which often drives up a home’s posted price.
By age 10, he was accurately estimating the value of every home. At age 19, Barron’s father offered him a trial real estate gig: fix up, promote, show, and then sell a foreclosed Brampton condominium.
But the competition among home buyers pales in comparison to the competition among real estate agents in Milton.
In less than a month, Barron tidied the place up, placed an ad in the Toronto Star,and then showed the property to potential buyers. Interested buyers were then put in contact with Barron’s father, who ultimately closed the deal and split the market-value sales commission with his son.
“It’s getting more competitive now,” Barron said. “There are more real estate agents in town and a bunch outside of Milton who want to tap into the market. It’s pretty hot.” More information on Barron can be found at www.callcliff.ca
By Jenifer Sim
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here is still a month of summer left, but it is never too early to start gearing up for “back to school”— and Milton Mall is here to help.
Backpack, knapsack, or rucksack—the name isn’t as important as the form and function of this back-to-school staple. No doubt, your child wants a new one each year to keep up with the changing trends. Our experts from Bentley tell us that when looking for a backpack, you should check for strength first. The straps attached to the bag should be crisscrossed and curved to fit the shape of the body at the arms and shoulders. Padded straps will help distribute the weight of the bag evenly and provide better comfort. Just as important as style of the backpack is safety, as a backpack can strain muscles and joints and may cause back pain if it’s too heavy. Dr. Ahmad Jawid, doctor of chiropractic at Hands-On Healing Chiropractic & Wellness Centre, located in Milton Mall, says one should purchase a pack that’s lightweight with wide, padded shoulder straps that don’t dig into the shoulders. A padded back will also provide added support and comfort, and a waist belt can help distribute the weight more evenly across the body; this is important because incorrect placement can pull a child backward.
The big Back-to-School event at Milton Mall runs from August 17 to 31 and gives customers a chance to win up to four $1,000 prize packages. To enter “The Winning Combination” contest, visit any Milton Mall store or service, and every time you spend $20 or more, you’ll receive a ballot with a combination printed on it. Visit our Backto-School set down near the Bank of Montreal and try your combination on all four lockers. If your numbers open a lock, you win the prize package inside that locker. Don’t worry if you don’t get a locker open; you can still try your luck at winning by filling out the bottom of the ballot and putting it in the ballot box next to the locker you’d like to win. If the lockers haven’t been opened by August 31, we will conduct a random draw from all ballots.
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A Winning Combination!
WIN A LOCKER FULL OF LOOT! Spend $20 at any Milton Mall store or service and you could get the winning combination. Be sure to get your contest entry when you make a purchase and then visit the lockers located across from the Bank of Montreal. If your combination opens a locker, the $1,000 worth of merchandise inside of it is all yours! Contest runs August 17th - 31st. Rules & regulations available at the lockers and at miltonmall.com. Corner of Ontario and Main miltonmall.com
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