THE MANY FORMS OF ENTRPRENEURIAL GROWTH - UNG Magazine S2020

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

IN THIS EDITION

Shortly after the Uxbridge Networking Group celebrated its 20th anniversary two years ago, we set our intention to “let’s grow together”. First, we made our commitment to create collaborative opportunities for our members, then we organized and participated in events to connect and engage the business community. In this issue, we have included photos that capture the essence of growth within the networking group.

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Let’s Grow Together in 2020

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Recap of 2019

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Looking Back: The Insane Life of Entrepreneurship

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The Circle of Business Life

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UNG Membership Listing

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UNG Impact Award Winner

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United Networks for Growth

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Congratulations to UNG Members

We are delighted to have Natalie Forest, Ph.D. as our guest contributor to the magazine with her article “The Circle of Business Life”. Herein, you will learn why it is important to identify your business lifecycle stage to take the necessary steps towards establishing, or growing, your envisioned business.

Our members are achieving success in many areas this year. We have dedicated the section “Achievements by Members” to honor our members.

Personally, after establishing and running the local networking group for 22 years, I am taking a giant leap using my 30 years of entrepreneurial experience to start a new global business community called United Networks for Growth. The goal is to connect entrepreneurs with experts, business centers and business networks in the areas of health, wealth, personal growth, and business development. Thus, the launch of the 4 Pillars of Entrepreneurship virtual summit in February was the first initiative that United Networks for Growth has taken to connect entrepreneurs with experts.

The Uxbridge Networking Group will continue to serve the needs of local businesses in the coming years. On the other hand, the United Networks for Growth will be a continuously expanding web of connection that offers individualized programs to promote holistic entrepreneurship.

Together, we prosper!

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PUBLISHING TEAM Publisher/Editor Annie Hardock, B. Math Magazine Writer Hollay Ghadery, River Street Writing Magazine Coordinator Chris Auger, DIRE Marketing Publishing & Design John Auger, seven8creative

United Networks for Growth United Networks for Growth supports the community of entrepreneurs by providing holistic and individualized learning programs. The individualized learning programs focus on competencies required by entrepreneurs in matters of Health, Wealth, Personal Growth and Business Development.

(905) 852-6677 92 Brock St. W. | Uxbridge ON L9P 1P4 Annie Hardock, B.Math Founder & Chairperson Uxbridge & Area Networking Group Founder, United Networks for Growth Co-owner, ABS Abacus Brain Study (Uxbridge)

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LET’S GROW TOGETHER IN 2020!

In 1998, the Uxbridge & Area Networking Group was born to serve the need of small and home-based business owners.

Over the last two decades, the membership has grown to include professional services, golf courses, retail and restaurant businesses. A few years ago, we included non-profit organizations in our membership as well.

and explore how we can facilitate in the growth and exposure of your business.

For our Membership form and to subscribe to our E-Newsletter, please visit us at: www.uxbridgenetworkinggroup.com or call 905-852-6686, or email networkinggroup@uxbridge.com.

We are seeking entrepreneurs, business owners and operators, business professionals, as well as representatives of larger organizations to join our diverse and friendly group of members. The benefits of becoming a member are: • • • •

Year Round Collaborative Opportunities Monthly Meeting & E-Newsletter Business & Professional Development Initiatives Promotion Across Website, Magazine, Social Media & Community Events

Thanks to our Sponsors

Currently we are endeavouring to grow our membership’s businesses by using multiple digital platforms.

We would welcome anyone interested in attending one of our UNG Uxbridge & Area Networking Group meetings to connect

UNG MEETING SCHEDULE

All meetings are held at the Foxbridge Golf Club located at 350 Reach Street, Uxbridge.

BREAKFAST MEETINGS 8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

LUNCH MEETINGS 12 noon to 1:30 p.m.

RSVP Annie Hardock at 905-852-6686 or e-mail networkinggroup@uxbridge.com

Tuesday, April 14, 2020***

Friday, May 8, 2020

*July and August events to be announced

Tuesday, June 9, 2020

July/August 2020*

Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Friday, October 9, 2020

**Location of the annual Christmas social lunch to be determined.

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

Friday, December 11, 2020**

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2019RECAP

It was a busy year for the Uxbridge Networking Group UNG Organized Events

UNG Participated as an Exhibitor

1st Annual Connecting Business Event Business-to-Business Tour The Insane Life of Entrepreneurship Annual Christmas Social Luncheon Holistic Lifestyle Lunch & Learn Financial Wellness Lunch & Learn Monthly Networking Meetings

Durham Lifestyle Show International Women’s Day at Staples Toronto Women’s Expo Jennifer Beale’s Summer Networking Bash Uxbridge Fall Fair Do It In Durham

Durham Lifestyles Show

B2B Tour

1st Annual Connecting Business Event

B2B Tour

B2B Tour

Summer Networking Bash

X-mas Luncheon

Toronto Women’s Expo

Lunch & Learn

X-mas Luncheon

IWD at Staples

Uxbridge Fall Fair

Monthly Meeting

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LOOKING BACK: INSANE LIFE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP

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On November 22, 2019, Uxbridge Public Library was packed with attendees for The Insane Life of Entrepreneurship. A BACD Do it in Durham initiative organized to celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week, this event co-hosted by the UNG and Building Youth Capacity (BYC).

As the name suggests, The Insane Life of Entrepreneurship set out to celebrate, explore and make sense of the crazy existence of entrepreneurs. Fittingly, four local entrepreneurs—three of whom are UNG members—were featured in a panel discussion: Annie Hardock (The Uxbridge Networking Group), Swapneet Ranike (Boston Pizza Uxbridge/Whitby North), Hollay Ghadery (River Street Writing) and Jasmine Rutschmann (Soul on Fire Metal Art).

Drawing on their own, varied experiences as experienced business owners, they answered questions about how they juggle work, family, health, and happiness. Their answers revealed that while thriving entrepreneurs do share many similar qualities like ambition, insight, focus, and patience, there are many different roads to success.

Many thanks to Stacey Jibb for moderating the live portion of this event, Kevin D’Arcy for moderating the virtual participants and to Lois Shaw of BYC for lending her organizational prowess. Gratitude also to Mike Duhamel from Media Gone Mad who videoed the event for use across social media and the UNG website.

We’re looking forward to being a part of more panels and events in 2020! Stay tuned on our social feeds and on our website for more details.

Thanks to Teresa Shaver and Patrice Esper from BACD for their support.

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THE CIRCLE OF BUSINESS LIFE © 2020 by Natalie Forest, Ph.D. We all have heard of “the circle of life” and business experts know that there is “a circle of business life”, as well. We are aware of it because we know that once the business is alive and creating services or products certain steps repeat for all those. It’s a circle – a cycle – that keeps going on as we move from inception to maturity with our businesses and those of our clients. The idea of creating a “legacy business” speaks to many entrepreneurs’ desires. This knowledge puts forth these questions: - How do we as experts help entrepreneurs set their business on the right path to sustainability and maturity?

- How do we as entrepreneurs understand the circle of life for our business and can we somehow use that theoretical knowledge to create a legacy business – one that does not face bankruptcy in the first 5 years, as so many small businesses do?

- How, then, do we as business experts then assist entrepreneurs on this journey effectively and objectively?

First, we need to understand the theory of the “circle of business life”. It means that there is a starting point and an ending point to business. That path is layered with stages and action steps, where every action step requires completion before moving on to another stage and once all action steps are completed and all stages have been mastered you arrive at the end of the business life. This may mean at the end of the business as is and you have a choice: 1. You are at the maturity and can retire – or exit. 2.

You may add a new product or service at this point. In the latter you now need to repeat the “circle/cycle of business life” for the new product.

By following this step-by-step path, you are applying the theory of life cycles stages for your business as it outlines 5 main business life cycles - each with internal steps and actions - to create that envisioned business. When we understand that theory and apply that theory, we actually map out the path from inception to maturity/legacy.

To apply the theory as outlined above, we first need to know where a business is – what stage is it at. How? It’s almost like a quick assessment; you take a quiz that is adaptive and responds to your knowledge level so that you can clearly see what you know and what you don’t know. Based on that learning process and the score you can now take action to modify your path of learning - -and thereby of entrepreneurship – to ensure you take all the action steps necessary to fill the areas in which you are weak.

That said, as an expert I do apply that adaptive, responsive, and objective assessment to myself, my potential clients, and my clients putting the theory into action so that I can deliver on the promise to guide them to their dreams without the danger of failure along the road or years after the business has been established. Isn’t that what we as experts dream of?

About Dr. Natalie Forest CEO, Bilingual International Executive Strategist, Corporate Leadership and Teamwork Trainer, Transformational Growth Mentor, International Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Mentor.

The 5 Life Cycle Stages of Business

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EDWARD JONES www.edwardjones.ca 80 Brock St West, Uxbridge Tammy Scuralli, Financial Advisor T: 905-852-1244 E: tammy.scuralli@edwardjones.ca We look forward to learning about your long-term goals and what is important to you. Building your personalized strategy by using our established process is our commitment to you.

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GODA DIGITAL INC. www.godadigital.com Sousan Bagherpoor, Co-Founder T: 416-418-9067 E: info@godadigital.com Branding and marketing service provider among both b2b and b2c clients and businesses.

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Continued from p. 9 NFP CANADA CORP. www.nfp.com/canada 2 Elgin Park Dr, Unite E, Uxbridge 15930 Old Simcoe Rd, #10, Port Perry T: 905-852-3309 (Ux) T: 905-985-3344 (PP) We offer a full range of property and casualty insurance including automobile, home, farm, commercial, watercraft, recreational vehicles, professional liability and travel insurance.

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NRG 4 LIFE FITNESS www.nrg4lifefitness.net 284 Main St North, Unit #100, Uxbridge Sarah Terrion T: 905-852-4750 E: sarah@nrg4lifefitness.net Fitness facility, nutrition coaching, personal training, fitness classes & bootcamp programs. “Strengthening Uxbridge One Person at a Time!”

RAWGRANDMA’S PANTRY www.rawgrandma.ca 8th Concession Rd, 8880, Uxbridge Heather Hill T: 647-225-2287 E: rawgrandma@gmail.com Raw food chef and raw food lifestyle coach.

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OPTOMETRIST, DR. VI TU BANH www.uxbridge.com/healthandwellness 2 Elgin Park Dr, Unit D, Uxbridge T: 905-852-6733 E: vitu@powergate.ca “Healthy sight for lifeTM” – Provide a full scope family optometric practice.

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RIVER STREET WRITING www.riverstreetwriting.com Hollay Ghadery T: 647-866-7784 E: riverstreetwriting@gmail.com Over a decade of professional writing, editing and creative consulting services for print, online and personal projects.

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TD BANK www.td.com 230 Toronto St South, Uxbridge Jane Martone, Branch Manager T: 905-852-7696 E: jane.martone@td.com Financial services.

THE MAD ACCOUNTANT INC. www.ca.linkedin.com/in/ themadaccountant 29 Toronto St, Main Floor, Uxbridge Owen Tulk, Founder E: iam@themadaccountant.com Small business taxes, Accounting and Consulting THE UXBRIDGE COSMOS www.thecosmos.ca 38 Toronto St North, Uxbridge Lisha Van Nieuwenhove, Publisher, Editor, Owner T: 905-852-1900 E: lvann@thecosmos.ca The Uxbridge Cosmos is a hyperlocal newspaper with a sole focus on the Township of Uxbridge.

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UNITED NETWORKS FOR GROWTH www.unghq.com 92 Brock St West, Uxbridge Annie Hardock, Founder T: 905-852-6677 E: annie@unghq.com Connecting entrepreneurs with experts, business centers and other networks.

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UPRIGHT DOOR SERVICE INC. www.uprightdoorservice.com Alan Fortnum T: 905-852-1981 E: info@uprightdoorservice.com Fast dependable service and repairs.

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UXBRIDGE FAIR BOARD www.uxbridgefair.ca Bev Latva, President T: 905-852-7745 E: secretary@uxbridgefair.ca The Uxbridge Fall Fair is an annual celebration of community and agriculture held every year on the weekend after Labour Day.

UXBRIDGE ON-LINE INC. www.uxbridge.com Annie Hardock, President T: 905-852-6686 E: annie@uxbridge.com Owner and operator of www.uxbridge. com since 1996. Internet Advertising.

WRIGHT WEB PHOTO www.wrightwebphoto.com Stephen Wright T: 905-852-9520 E: info@wrightwebphoto.com Web Design, SEO, Marketing, Wedding & Photography.

UXBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY www.uxlib.com 9 Toronto St, Uxbridge Corrinne Morrison T: 905-852-9747 E: corrinne.morrison@uxlib.com The Uxbridge Public Library provides a wide variety of programs, print and nonprint materials, games, computers, and genealogy information.

ZIBA’S SPA www.zibaspa.com 36 Ash St, Uxbridge Dr. Ziba Parsi, Founder / Owner T: 905-852-2845 E: info@zibaspa.com Ziba’s Spa offers a variety of natural healing and beauty treatments to address body and mind imbalances and skin issues.

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Jennifer Culley

Tel: 905.852.0003 UXBRIDGE 284 Toronto St Uxbridge, ON L9P 0C5 Tel: 905.620.1102 WHITBY 20 Taunton Rd E Whitby, ON L1R 0A1

Uxbridge 2 Elgin Park Dr. 905.852.3309

Port Perry 15930 Old Simcoe Rd. 905.985.3344

Account Executive

905-852-9992 416-708-2306 jculley@1055hitsfm.com

North Durham’s go-to station for news, traffic & local events.

One stop shop for advertising on over 90 stations across Canada.

Home . Auto . Farm . Commercial . Recreational

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UNITED NETWORKS FOR GROWTH UNG Founder Annie Hardock is taking her 30 years of entrepreneurial experience to a new level by establishing the United Networks for Growth—a global business community that helps connect entrepreneurs with experts, other business networks and business centers. In February 2020, the United Networks for Growth launched their first initiative, a 20-day virtual summit, 4 Pillars of Entrepreneurship, to connect entrepreneurs with experts.

She interviewed 20 experts in the area of health, wealth, personal growth and business development: the 4 pillars that support a holistic approach to entrepreneurship. The goal was simple: to give people the inspiration, resources, and connections they needed to follow their passions and achieve personal fulfillment as entrepreneurs.

Visit www.unghq.com to learn more about the United Networks for Growth. You and your business will benefit from being a part of this continuously expanding network.

CREATING BEAUTIFUL BEDROOMS FOR CHILDREN TO THRIVE Room for a Child is a registered non-profit organization established in 2012. We create beautiful bedrooms for children in need. We do this with donated furniture and decor items, plus volunteer labour. There is no charge to our recipient families. Children are referred to our organization by school principals, social workers, settlement workers and public health nurses in Durham Region, York Region and Toronto.

We believe every child deserves to live in a calm, attractive space and sleep in a warm, comfortable bed. Our wonderful volunteers work together to make that happen, every time.

To learn more please visit www.roomforachild.ca.

Annie Hardock & award recipient Dawn Gillespie.

Recipients of the UNG Members with Impact Award are voted by UNG Members.

Uxbridge & Area Networking Group

2020 VOTED WINNER UNG MEMBER IMPACT AWARD Prize: Story to be published in the 2020 Spring/Summer Uxbridge Networking Magazine.

Dawn Gillespie AWARD RECIPIENT

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Annie Hardock FOUNDER & CHAIR, UNG

OWEN TULK

• Concussion • Traumatic Brain Injuries • Vision Therapy • Family Eye Care • Contact Lenses & Eye Glasses • Laser Surgery Consultation

Helping small businesses, keep more of YOUR money in YOUR pocket.

April 1st, we have new office space!

29 TORONTO ST, MAIN FLOOR Drop by with your tax papers!

New Clients always welcome! iam@themadaccountant.com www.themadaccountant.com

(647) 221-6936

Seeing

beneath

the surface is essential ...to the health of your eyes

(905) 852-6733 vitu@powergate.ca 2 Elgin Park Dr, Unit D, Uxbridge, ON L9P 0B1

284 Main Street North Technology Square, Uxbridge www.nrg4lifefitness.net

Dog Training | Private Lessons and Group Classes “Learning Real Life Skills Together Through Play”

905-852-4750

“Strengthening Uxbridge ONE Person at a Time” Full Service 6,000 sq.ft. Friendly Fitness Facility

OFF LEASH Group Walk Adventures On FULLY FENCED Private Forest Acreage Includes Pick Up/Drop Off Julie Heyes | Owner | Trainer 416-735-2117 julie@dog-happy.ca

dog-happy.ca @beingdoghappy

@julieisdoghappy

• Spotlessly Clean & Modern • Large Cardio Mezzanine • Strength Machines • Free Weights • 55+ Weekly Fitness, Circuit, Yoga & Bootcamp Classes Something For All Ages & Levels • Personal Training • Bathrooms, Showers "I had hit a low point in my life & realized I needed to start taking care of myself, both physically & • Great Hours! mentally. I walked into NRG 4 Life & felt comfortable • A Variety of Memberships right away! I have now released 40 lbs & thanks to my motivating trainer actually look forward to working out!" Simone C, Greenbank Starting at $45/Month!

FREE Personal Training Session Offer Expires August 31, 2020 (some restrictions apply; contact us for details)

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CONGRATULATIONS TO UNG MEMBERS Owen Tulk, The Mad Accountant on his new office located at 29 Toronto Street, Main Floor, Uxbridge.

BDO Canada LLP is pleased to announce that Heather Allison has become a Client Services Partner in the Uxbridge Office.

Congratulations to Sousan Bagherpoor, Co-Founder of Goda Digital Inc., in launching the Toronto Chapter of Women of Global Change (WGC).

The WGC participates in communities and also International projects of betterment. We do this through many different programs, missions and adventures. We work together in business, power, and spirit. We do this to provide a better world for ourselves, other women, children, and all human-kind.

A big congratualtions to Nicole Scott, RHN of Own Your Sparkle for the release of her new book Get Naked With Your Natural Hair Colour.

There will be an official Book Launch Party. Connect with Nicole for details.

Congrats to Stephen Wright of Wright Web & Photo!

Congrats to Stephen Wright of Wright Web & Photo on winning an honorable mention in the 34th Annual Photo Competition with National Geographic in the Urban Canada Category.

Congratulations to our member Rachel Leslie’s (Parachute Virtual Services) husband Paul Leslie on the opening of his new business Ballantrae Tree Care. He has been a working Arborist for the last 12 years and has now started a company.

EVENTS Toronto Women’s Expo – May 6, 2020 The 10th Toronto Women’s Expo includes a tradeshow, conference and coaches’ corner. It draws entrepreneurs (men and women) who want to form connections and gain the knowledge they need to take their businesses and their lives to the next level.

For info visit: www.torontowomensexpo.com.

Springtide Music Festival - Friday, May 8 and Saturday May 9, 2020 The festival is a collection of live music show happening in a diverse set of small venues in downtown Uxbridge.

For info visit: springtidemusicfestival.com.

HER Business Spring Social - Wednesday, May 27, 2020 from 6:30pm to 9:00pm Slabtown Cider Co. - 4559 Concession Rd 6, Uxbridge, ON For more info visit https://herbusinesssocialapril2020.eventbrite.ca.

Tour of Homes - Saturday, June 6, 2020 from Noon - 5:00pm Trinity United Church 50th House Tour The Trinity United Church Women present the 50th Tour of Homes. See fabulous homes on this self-guided tour.

For info call 905-852-6213 or visit www.trinityuxbridge.com.

The 11th Run for the Diamond - Uxbridge Half Marathon - Sunday, June 14, 2020 – 07:30am to 12:30pm The race will include a Half Marathon Run, 10 km Trail Run/Walk, 5 km Trail Run/Walk and a Kids dash. Net proceeds benefit the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. Race starts at Wooden Sticks Golf Club.

For info visit: uxbridgehalfmarathon.ca.

Day Out with Thomas - August 7 to 9 and August 14 to 16, 2020 – ALL DAY Located at the Uxbridge Train Station – 19 Railway St., Uxbridge Day Out With Thomas™ offers an opportunity for children and their families to take a 25-minuteride with Thomas the Tank Engine™ and to meet Sir Topham Hatt™, the Controller of the Railway.

For info visit: www.ydhr.ca.

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Academic & Professional Tutoring for Elementary, Secondary, College & University Students

www.jamescampbellinsurance.com

1-888-354-6444

Academic & Business Services

YOUR WAY OF LIFE MATTERS TO US!

905-706-4720

stanscienceman747@gmail.com 11 Eastside Street, Greenbank, ON stanscienceman.com

uxbridge.com/kathynormandeau

416-684-0053 • dcordi2015@outlook.com Allowing you to do what you're great at, without worrying about the paperwork!

We carry quality blinds, shades and shutters, manufactured in Canada. Visit our fabric gallery to select the perfect material for your custom drapery treatments and upholstery needs.

DESIGN. PRINT. DELIVER.

For all your window treatment needs.

(905) 806-1954

905-862-3939 • www.loreleiinteriors.com 97 Brock Street W, Suite 2D, Uxbridge, ON

Pharmasave Uxbridge

Sameer (Sam) Remtulla, Pharmacist/Owner 29 Toronto Street South | 905-862-2800 Voted Uxbridge Readers’ Choice Best Pharmacy, Best Pharmacist and Best Home Health Care

Your Community Pharmacy & Home Health Care Centre Easy file transfers from any pharmacy $2 co-pay waived on eligible ODB Rx’s Blister packaging & free local delivery Compression & Ostomy products

All drug plans accepted Flu & travel vaccinations Wheelchair & walker rentals Ideal Protein Diet program

www.pharmasaveuxbridge.com

chris@direnow.com www.direnow.com

Specializing in Foundation & Wet Basement Repairs www.cornerstone-contracting.ca

Servicing Uxbridge & Surrounding Areas 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE | FULLY INSURED | 25 YEAR WARRANTY

Andrew Rossi

(416) 970-0777 info@cornerstone-contracting.ca

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CALL: DIRECTOR OF GOLF - MATT SAVAGE 905-852-6212 X237 MSAVAGE@GOLFMILLRUN.COM