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Who’s watching Mom and Dad? KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com A Newmarket personal support worker is accused by six families of sexually assaulting elderly

and vulnerable women. A Toronto PSW, on his first day on the job, is caught on nanny cam sexually assaulting his 95-year-old client. A personal care worker in Ottawa is videotaped punching the face of an elderly, immobile de-

mentia patient. They read the headlines and their hearts sink. Personal support workers, the so-called "backbone" of Canada’s long-term care, are feeling besieged by bad news.

"It makes me angry and very frustrated," says Debbie Jensen, a Newmarket resident and PSW for more than six years. "We all

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’I don’t scare that easy’: elderly robbery victim LISA QUEEN lqueen@yrmg.com The 24 bruises on her face and body are beginning to fade, but memories of the brazen robbery at a bank machine in Aurora remain vivid for 81-year-old Mary Rivas. Sipping on a coffee at the Swiss Chalet at Yonge Street and Henderson Drive Tuesday afternoon, the mother of three and grandmother of four remembers deliberately choosing the bank machine farthest from the window so nobody passing by would rob an elderly woman. But somebody did rob her. Problem was, the suspect chose the wrong victim when Rivas went to the Bank of Montreal at the corner of Yonge and Wellington streets on the evening of July 31 to withdraw $500. What was likely supposed to be an easy target turned out to be

anything but when Rivas fought back, determined to make sure security cameras captured images of the suspect. "You’ve got to get involved. I had in the back of my mind, if this man gets off, he’s going to be worse the next time," she said, adding she wouldn’t have fought back if the robbery had happened on the street without security cameras to capture the incident. "When he was doing this to me, I kept thinking he doesn’t want to be a murderer, he doesn’t want to rape me. He wants the money and that’s what I have to hang on to to get the goods (security footage) on him." The robbery seemed to move in chunks of time. When the suspect grabbed her wrists, Rivas drew strength from recalling a game she played as a girl with her loving grandfather. She acted on a memory of her mother telling her to knee a man

in the groin if she was ever attacked. Eventually, the suspect punched Rivas in the breast and threw her viciously to the ground before running off with all but $20 of the $500 she had withdrawn. Later, she even worried whether the suspect had committed the crime because he needed money to support his family. Rivas was raised in Toronto, growing up to become a renowned cake designer and marrying an orchestra band leader. She remembers several incidents that helped shape her into the strong and determined woman she became. At Christmastime in the mid 1940, her mother was the victim of a violent robbery in Toronto where a suspect sucker-punched her in the face before stealing her purse. Her face bleeding, her l See YOU’VE, page 4

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Mary Rivas, 81, shows the bruises she sustained when she was the victim of a recent Aurora bank machine robbery.

Cutting development could be costly for you TERESA LATCHFORD tlatchford@yrmg.com A lack of development in the community could have an impact on your pocketbook. It’s a tale as old as time. A developer submits an application proposing a residential neighbourhood, a condominium building or a commercial development, and residents come out in droves to oppose it all together. Every resident has his or her reason for the opposition: it’s not a good fit with the neighbourhood, construction will disrupt the quality of life they currently enjoy, increased traffic, shade cast by a tall building, loss of green space, concern about a drop in property values ... While residents have the right and are encouraged to voice their opinions throughout the development review and approval pro-

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Mayor Tony Van Bynen stands tall near the newly renovated bridge on Davis Drive over the Holland River. cess, more often than not, residents are considering the shortterm impact rather than the long-

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cesses, growth and decay," Newmarket Mayor Tony Van Bynen said. "If development stopped all together, the burden on the average taxpayer would increase significantly." The goal of any municipality is to build a healthy and robust community that works for all walks of life, from young families to retired senior citizens. It can’t be done without building housing options to accommodate. Condominiums and rental apartments can accommodate those who aren’t financially able to purchase or remain in a four-bedroom detached home. "More people mean a larger tax base, which allows us to provide and enhance the services residents have come to expect in Newmarket," Van Bynen added. Even when the town constructs a new facility, the provincially mandated population

growth is taken into consideration. For example, the Magna Centre was built to serve 98,000 residents, but the town’s current population is 86,000 and the town’s new operations centre as well as the infrastructure added to Davis Drive was built to accommodate the future population. "The more you can spread these costs across a greater tax base, the less it costs each taxpayer," he said. But having said that, municipalities, with input from the community, are responsible for ensuring this development is located in the right place. "Change is hard and all of us struggle with it at one time or another," Newmarket Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Debra Scott said. "In most cases the opposition to development is a l See DEVELOPMENT, page 4

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An elderly woman was robbed at the Bank of Montreal branch at Wellington Street and Yonge Street in Aurora recently.

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mother pleaded for help, but nobody would come to her assistance. Rivas, who describes herself as a person of faith, suffered a severe head injury and a later serious attack by neighbourhood boys as a child. When she was married with young children, she survived an extortion bid on her family and then, later, also a serious car accident. Grateful for the support she has received from the community, police and media, Rivas said she is working to move on from the robbery. "It doesn’t keep me awake at night. I don’t scare that easy," she said. Terrence Rocks, 35, of Sudbury, is charged with robbery.

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case of NIMBYism because if it were in any other part of town, away from their home, the development would be OK." She isn’t dismissing the interruption of construction as those who have ever lived by a new development do experience disruption due to noise, dust and other impacts of construction sites. But the short-term disruption is worth the long-term benefit. More residents mean businesses will find the area more attractive, thus bringing more employment to the community. It has a ripple effect meaning more people can get out of their cars, work closer to home and have more free time to contribute to the community. Development, whether residential or commercial, can boost the community’s quality of life, she added.

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Lack of oversight, funding tied to abuse Protecting your loved one

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struggle with it because it makes the rest of us look bad. The majority of us are in this field for the right reason. The majority of us care." She is passionate about her career, inspired by the relationship between her grandmother and her caregiver. But being a PSW is no easy task and the stories of abuse make it even harder, says Jensen, a York Region rep for Ontario Personal Support Workers Association (OPSWA). "I think people go into this job thinking it’s going to be easy and they get into it and realize ... it’s someone’s life you’re responsible for." Lynn Steele, lead rep for OPSWA agrees. The owner of York Region-based S.C.R.U.B.S. private home care, Steele warns PSW trainees what to expect. "You’re pooped on, peed on, thrown up on .. You’re going to have people not able to control their bodies. It’s not all tea-time and playing cards like commercials on TV."

"For predators, it’s a prime job. You’re dealing with the most vulnerable and there is little oversight.” - Miranda Ferrier They are poorly paid, understaffed, sometimes disrespected by other health care workers; burnout is an ongoing problem and there’s a desperate shortage amid an aging population. "Is it any wonder," Steele says, "that some ’bad seeds’ slip through the cracks?" Miranda Ferrier, president of OPSWA, agrees. "PSWs are the true front line," she says. "We are the ones the families and patients know best, the heartbeat of health care," and yet the spotlight keeps turning to those who abuse, neglect, even murder. "Every time it’s in the news we feel the morale plummet. We have to work three times harder to get the public to trust us again." Confidence in PSWs is at an all-time low, she says, but the need for PSWs is at an all-time high. It’s a dangerous mix that can lead to a revolving door of care-

• If you are hiring a caregiver,

check to see if he or she has a certified copy of training certificates, up-to-date training and has had a provincial or national criminal record check

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Personal Support Workers Association that ensures police checks, credentials checks, identity checks and a code of ethics

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ask if they have WSIB and liability insurance

• In addition to reading the formal daily report from the PSW, set up a less formal log to ensure open communication between the PSW and family. Make sure the PSW’s entries are detailed enough that you fully understand what happens when you are not there.

• If you find the PSW seems

overwhelmed by the work or unable to follow the care plan, don’t be afraid to complain to the long-term home administrators or agency.

• Trust your instincts. There’s

nothing wrong with setting up a nanny cam in your loved one’s room or home. To report complaints about long-term care homes or Community Care Access Centres, call Action Line: 1-866-434-0144 For more help, visit: elderabuseontario.com or ontario.ca/page/information -about-elder-abuse

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Debbie Jensen is a personal support worker who loves her job and worries that stories about abuse and neglect paint all PSWs with the same brush. givers - and allow malingers to worm their way in. "For predators, it’s a prime job," she says. "You’re dealing with the most vulnerable and there is little oversight." Unlike other health professionals, PSWs are unregulated and ungoverned. Potential PSWs can bounce from town to town knowing bad behaviour can remain undiscovered, she says. Many PSWs work on a casual basis with multiple part-time gigs, making it easy to not mention a job on a resume if they’ve left on bad terms, says Ann Chartier, seniors issue advocate with Elder Pilot. The situation is compounded by PSW burnout, illness and retention issues, Ferrier says. On her first week on the job, Ferrier says her nose was broken by an aggressive dementia client, a 90-lb woman she was helping to dress. While grateful for her own training as a correctional officer, she worries about newcomers to the

field who see it as an easy job or a stepping-stone to becoming a registered practical nurse. "I see these girls entering the profession, 19 years old, the size of a pencil. How are these wisps of things going to cope without training when aggressive dementia is on the rise thanks to demographics and mental health issues?" There are no regulated staffing ratios for PSWs and it’s not unusual for one ward to have two PSWs for up to 30 clients, Ferrier says. Workers complain of pressure to take shifts on their day off, waking up clients extra early to get everyone ready for breakfast, running out of supplies because of cost-cutting by long-term care homes. "Everyone’s too afraid to speak up, afraid to lose their job. They’re beaten down," Ferrier says. "The attitude is ’They’re just there to wipe butts ...’ They’re bottom of the totem pole, but what happens if you take away the bottom of

the totem pole? It falls down. "PSWs are wonderful people. They need to be properly supported by their government and they’re not." Aug. 1, the Ontario government announced a public inquiry into long-term care following the conviction of former nurse Elizabeth Wettlaufer of murdering eight seniors in her care. The inquiry is to focus on improving safety of seniors in long-term, said Attorney General Yasir Naqvi. Ontario Long Term Care Association praised the move: "This has been an extraordinarily difficult time for the entire long-term care sector and it is our hope that this inquiry will ultimately strengthen our sector by identifying any systemic changes that are needed to enhance resident care and safety." At the same time, in response to recent investigations into sexual assault by a PSW at Mackenzie

Health, the Ontario Ministry of Health and LongTerm Care said it is considering the creation of a mandatory registry for PSWs, one that would ensure oversight and accountability. But those working in the field aren’t sure that a registry, or an inquiry focused on one particular case, will solve the problem. Ontario Council of Hospital Unions president Michael Hurley wants systemic changes, including a legislated minimum average of four worked hours of nursing and personal care per resident per day. Staffing and funding are lower in Ontario than the rest of Canada, he says. Ferrier agrees with the need for more PSWs but also calls for stricter accountability. "We need governance of the PSWs so that there is a way to get rid of the bad and protect the good," she says. The OPSWA has been lobbying the Liberal government for two years to become the governing body "so that we can hold these

monsters accountable." The association has membership requirements - a code of ethics, scope of practice, standards of practice and a complaints and discipline board - but membership is voluntary. The organization would also like to see one curriculum for all PSWs, along with expectations for retraining and the ability to blacklist workers charged with abuse. For Jensen, changes can’t come soon enough. Despite long days filled with everything from cardplaying to catheter insertion, she says she can’t picture herself doing anything else. "I like being able to listen to their stories and know that I can be there for someone when their families can’t. It’s what I was meant to do."

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Regulation of PSWs needed to root out bad apples It’s not an easy job, but someone has to do it. Personal support workers, or PSWs, have been referred to as the "backbone" of Canada’s long-term care system as they provide aid to those in need such as the elderly, the sick and people living with disabilities. And yet, despite the vital service PSWs provide, they are poorly paid, understaffed, sometimes disrespected by other health care workers and suffer from a high rate of burnout at a time when demand for their services is at an all-time high and only expected to increase as our population ages. All of that makes it difficult to retain good people, Ontario Personal Support Workers Association president Miranda Ferrier says, and creates a revolving door that sees caregivers coming and going. Such a climate can allow abusers and others of nefarious intent to slip in. "For predators, it’s a prime job," Ferrier says. "You’re dealing with the most vulnerable and there is little oversight." Examples of PSWs behaving badly are plentiful. One story features video of an elderly, dementia patient in Ottawa being punched in the face multiple times by a personal care worker, while another describes how a PSW in Toronto, on his first day in the job, was caught on camera sexually assaulting a client. More locally, a Newmarket PSW was accused by six families of sexually assaulting elderly and vulnerable women. Unfortunately, it’s not difficult for PSWs with a history of misconduct and/or criminal behavior to remain employed. PSWs are unregulated and ungoverned, which means finding a new job, and potentially more victims, can be as easy as applying for work in another facility or a different community. The demand for PSWs serves to exacerbate the problem. The province hopes to improve the safety of seniors in long-term care following the case of former nurse Elizabeth Wettlaufer who murdered eight seniors in her care. Similarly, the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care is exploring the possibility of a creating a mandatory registry for PSWs following investigations into sexual assault by a PSW at Mackenzie Health in Richmond Hill. The OPSWA has 25,000 members, all of whom are subjected to nationally enhanced criminal record checks among other professional requirements, but membership is voluntary. "We need governance of the PSWs so that there is a way to get rid of the bad and protect the good," Ferrier says. We agree. Ensuring minimum standards of training and rooting out potentially dangerous individuals is the least we can do for our elders and others requiring the services of PSWs.

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RE: letters page of the Era, July 20, 2017. I’ve enjoyed and contributed to the letters’ page of the Era for decades now, but was highly disappointed by the mess of ill-informed and bigoted rhetoric found in the July 20 edition. For instance, because scientists have made mistakes in the past, Karin Hamalainen, in her constant denial of climate change, thinks she can disregard what the current top scientists in the world have proven. She uses as an example that scientists used to believe the world was flat. Those weren’t scientists! They were ignorant people who believed the world was flat because of what it says in the Bible. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but just how informed is said opinion? When someone denies the mountains of evidence that prove beyond a doubt that man-made carbon has caused our planet to heat up, such ill-informed opinions harm humanity, and so newspapers should avoid spreading the fake news. Then there was Julian Fantino’s completely ill-informed and misleading rant against Omar’s just payment, a result of him suing the federal government. He accuses Khadr of terrorism and calls the payment "a secret." But he either doesn’t know or is ignoring the facts of the case. First of all, Khadr’s father forced him to leave Canada when he was seven years old. hus, he entered the war in the Middle East, not by choice, but coerced into it by his father. Khadr’s confession to war crimes has been recanted. At 15, he was coerced into the confession with neither a lawyer nor a trial. As a kid, he was thrown into a concentration camp at Guantanamo Bay. As a Canadian citizen, Omar Khadr has rights like any other Canadian under the Charter of Rights and Freedom. Our government failed him. He sued and won his case; there was nothing secretive about it. His case has nothing to do with how we treat our soldiers, who deserve the utmost respect and support. The two issues are completely separate, yet Fantino attempts a crusade-like rant as if a legal case of a Canadian Muslim is somehow an insult against Canadian soldiers, who are by and large, Christian. (President Trump couldn’t have done it better!) Thus, I agree with the previous letter writer David Kempton. Surely there must be some sort of stan-

Have a comment on these or any other community issues? Email us at newsroom@yrmg.com dard to prevent freedom of speech from being bastardized into fake news, harmful to humanity. Jeff Harmsen Newmarket

Too many dogs at downtown events I am a pet owner, but I have a problem with the number of dogs which people drag to the Newmarket Farmers’ Market and events such as Canada Day celebrations and other events on Main Street and in Fairy Lake. It is annoying to brush by these animals, especially when they are so close to food. Dogs should be banned. If the owners fail to obey (which they will do), they should be fined. I am aware that many pet owners think more of their pets than they do of people, so this problem would not be resolved overnight. Mike Kaczer Newmarket

Thanks to all who made Silver Bat tourney happen I just read your write-up on the Silver Bat tournament and just wanted to comment on how well the weekend was run. There are so many tournaments that guarantee three games which usually leave four teams remaining on Sunday. The fact that every team is guaranteed four games is an absolute home run. We are from Hamilton, so we have to book hotels for two nights. Most of the time, we don’t make it to Sunday, but are obligated to stay Saturday night, which, over the course of the summer and for four tournaments, is four extra nights of having to pay for a hotel with no games on Sunday. The four-game setup gives us a reason to stay. An absolute thumbs-up for the convener for this set-up. I’ve never been a part of a set-up like this, but love it. Please pass on to whom it may concern. I would like to see the website updated so we are aware of scores and standings as it would be great to know where we stand for various reasons. But, overall, a great weekend of ball. Thank you to all who made it happen. Rob Restauri Hamilton

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Khadr episode raises many questions Much has appeared on the Omar Khadr issue and I would appreciate some clarifications. The War on Terror started when a group of Saudis in planes attacked the United States. Was there a declaration of war, if so, against which country? In the case of Afghanistan, were the troops invited by the Afghan government to come in and fight? If it is not an invitation then would this not constitute an aggression against Afghanistan? Would that not likewise imply permission to any Afghan to fight against the aggressor? In Khadr’s case, would any democratic government imprison a person without trial or legal representation for 15 years? Likewise would a citizen of any democratic government be allowed to be so imprisoned and made to confess a crime without legal representation or the imprisoning government be exempt from paying compensation? It seems strange that the United States bans (or something like it) its citizens from visiting Cuba and goes ahead and establishes a prison in Cuba. There are many more questions of ethics about such conduct. N. Mecklai Newmarket

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Sometimes it takes a bit of distance to gain a clearer perspective on the things closest to you. While I was on vacation in the Yukon last month, two conversations about journalism got me thinking about our local newspapers. The first, I heard on CBC Radio during the 530-km drive from Whitehorse to Dawson City. The hosts of Seat at the Table were interviewing famed Canadian journalist, author and speaker Malcolm Gladwell, who offered this response to a question about the state of news media: "This is the golden age of journalism." He’s right, I concluded after some reflection. Push aside all the statistics about declining advertising revenues and shrinking newsrooms. Focus instead on the readers. Never has the public had greater access to information - which means more people than ever before can read the stories our journalists write. The flip side of this is the need to be able to filter that information, to know that it has been researched not just retweeted - and this is where journalists can shine. The second came during a behind-the-scenes tour of historic sites in Dawson City. As we examined the old printing presses, typesetting equipment and back issues of the long-defunct Dawson Daily News, I shared what I did for a living. That led to questions about my job and comments about newspapers in general from a few fellow tour-goers. One American woman wished our newspapers a long future. The lesson, for me, from these conversations was: When we get it right, our readers will be there. It’s as simple and as challenging as that. When we succeed, it is because you are engaged and we are writing about the issues that matter to you. When we fail, it is because we’ve missed the mark. Which is why I am excited to introduce you to Connect, a new kind of publicpowered journalism. Here’s how it works: Go to yorkregion.com/connect and ask a question- about any issue, big or small. Whether it’s politics or policing, health care or housing, road repairs or recreation, education or entertainment: whatever is on your mind, we want to know about it. We will regularly select a slate of questions and ask our readers to vote for the question they most want answered. Our reporters will investigate the most popular questions and report back to you, online and in our newspapers. From time to time, as we launch news investigations, we will ask you to participate in the news gathering by inviting you to send us the questions you want answered as part of our investigation. Let’s get started.

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5 things to do this weekend l Saturday, August 12 Free Yoga Day WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Cold Creek Conservation Area, 14125 11th Concession, King CONTACT: 416-539-0234 Experience the peace and tranquility of yoga and meditation in the countryside.Hatha yoga, meditation and vegetarian lunch.

The 6th Annual Teddy Bear Fair WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Whittamore’s Farm, 8100 Steeles Ave. E., Markham CONTACT: 289-378-6160 COST: Register events@shinethroughtherain.ca This unique event will have wagon rides, games, crafts, entertainment, teddy bear clinic, retail village, balloon animals, magic show and more.

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THE PRO’S TOUR

Westview combo knocks it straight down the fairway JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com WESTVIEW GOLF CELUB (MIDDLE/LAKELAND NINES) GENERAL MANAGER: Colin Nisbet. STATUS: Semi-private. SIGNATURE HOLE: The 27-hole family-owned facility’s name is derived from the view westward and overlooking Aurora and King City from the ninth tee on the Middle Nine. This par-4 plays 354 yards from the white tees into a narrow, tree-lined fairway from one of the most elevated points on the course. The rising fairway builds to a long and sloping kidney-shaped green for a solid conclusion to your nine. Honourable mention: Another

spectacular display of the countryside awaits at the tee for Lakeland No. 7. Playing 348 yards from the white tees, this par-4 begs caution for the out-of-bounds area down the left side. Aim to be below the pin on a sloping green. TROUBLE AWAITS: Any of Westview’s par-5s are toughies but, at over 600 yards from the tips, Lakeland No. 3 is a doozy. There is trouble all the way to the hole starting with a forced carry off the tee and a drive required to reach the bend in the right dogleg. Also in play is a pond on the right side of a narrowing fairway inside the 100yard marker. HONOURABLE MENTION: Treelined fairways make accuracy a pre-

mium. CURSE OF THE COURSE: Undulating lies - what would you expect on the Oak Ridges Moraine? Fine shots are forever coming to rest on uneven lies just enough to raise the degree of shot difficulty. GIMME A LIFE MEMBERSHIP: Generous-sized greens that roll true are a Westview staple. Mr. Wiggedy Whack was giggly at their immaculate conditioning, too. CLUB-TOSSING TIME: Lakeland No. 5. A tee shot of 230 yards to the right side of the landing area will earn a look at the second target on this par-5 dogleg. A couple of forced carries over water, including another pond inside 100 yards, put snark and snarl in this 480-yard test. PANEL’S PICK: The starting holes on

the Lakeland/Middle combo could be twins. Running parallel, both par-4s play uphill and long. Both have the ability to put a crimp in the start to your round. Tip: Elevated greens demand correct club selection. THE PRO’S VIEW: "Lakeland and Middle are our toughest two nines," general manager Colin Nisbet said of the combo that plays 6,543 from the white tees (just over 6,800 from the back set). "They are challenging but not killer tough. It’s a good challenge without beating you up too badly. It’s a chance to score well if you are playing well." GENERAL INFO: Starting with the Homestead Nine as the original nine holes in 1958, the property expanded to include three distinct nines by

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Former football star cycling across Canada

AMANDA PERSICO apersico@yrmg.com A former football star is cycling across the country for a cause near and dear to his heart. Curtis Carmichael, accompanied by his team drivers, bike techs, medics, and photographer to chronicle the ride, started the Ride for Promise journey July 10 in Stanley Park, Vancouver and expects to end in Halifax Aug. 12. With every gear shift, he’s spreading awareness about social housing and challenging the narratives on race and poverty.

"It’s not always about the community you live in," said Carmichael, during his stop in Newmarket. From Newmarket, he made the 110-km trek to Peterborough. "How you see yourself has a lot to do with how you’re treated outside of the community." The goal is to raise $150,000 for Urban Promise, an organization dedicated to supporting the marginalized youth living in Toronto Community Housing something Carmichael knows too well. The former CFL prospect grew up in social housing, living in areas such as Regent Park. If all children from the neighbourhood see how the neighbourhood is generalized and stereotyped, it "impacts the way the kid thinks," Carmichael said. "They grow up thinking

they are not of value," he said. "No matter where you live, you need the right mindset to be successful." He wants to be the shining example of the fact that it doesn’t matter where you live. "To be successful, you don’t have to get out of the neighbourhood," said Carmichael, who still lives in government housing while he’s in school studying to become a teacher. "I want to give these kids hope," he said. "It’s easy to give up." The goal is to ride 115 kilometres a day, reach 30 cities in 30 days, and ride a total of 3,300 km across Canada. "There has been a lot of hospitality along the way," Carmichael said. "We’ve been getting by with a hug and a smile. If you have a story, trust it." While athletic, cycling is

not his forte. Carmichael started training for the epic ride only last fall. "I want kids to see that I did something, not that I’m good at something," he said. For more information or to donate, visit urbanpromise.com/ride.

Former CFL prospect, Curtis Carmichael (front) made a stop in Newmarket as part of a cross-country cycling journey from Vancouver to Halifax. With him on the tour are Jarrett Murray, from left, Trey O’Connor and Addisiane Freeland. Carmichael is hoping to raise $150,000 on a cross-Canada bike ride, in support of Urban Promise, an organization dedicated to supporting youth living in government housing.

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KEANE, Patrick Passed away on August 3, 2017 at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket at the age of 89. Patrick will be sadly missed by his children Chris (Rita) Keane, Cathy (Jim) Brennan, Anne (Dean) Yeats, and grandchildren Jamie, Megan, Alex, Jenny, Kyle, Samantha, Dean and Brittney (Michael). Patrick immigrated to Canada from Ireland when he was 22, where he soon after met his wife Freddy Keane. Patrick enjoyed travelling to Florida with his wife for many years and loved to go for walks around Newmarket. He will be remembered for his kind heart and loving ways. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church, 432 Ontario St., Newmarket, at 10 a.m. Interment will take place at Mount Hope Cemetery, 305 Erskine Ave., Toronto at 2 p.m. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association and Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated.

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McKAY, Marion Isobel Passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Hospital in Newmarket on Tuesday, August 2, 2017 in her 93rd year. Loving wife of the late James Wilfred McKay. Beloved mother of Bryan McKay (deceased) (Lesley), Dale Lucas (Finton deceased), Joan Bell (John), Gary McKay (Dena Pickfort) and Brenda Thomas (Leo). Proud grandmother of Chris, Ryan, Beverly, Barbara, David, Tracy, Bonny, Bill, Rose and Jorden. Also, a greatgrandmother of 12. Daughter of the late Datus and Mable Crowder. Special thanks to the caring staff at the Renoir and Southlake Hospital. A Funeral service was held at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket on Wednesday, August 9, 2017. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences at www.roadhouseandrose.com

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LONGHURST, Deborah Peacefully passed away at MarkhamStouffville Hospital on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 66 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Brian Longhurst. Loving mom of Shelly (Grant) Clark and David Claridge (Rose). Proud grandma of Elisha, Caitlin; Ashley and Anthony. Dear great-grandma of Ocean and Storm. Dear sister of Bryan Ponting. Deborah will also be fondly remembered by extended family and friends. A graveside service will be held at Newmarket Cemetery, 112 Main St. N., Newmarket on Monday, August 14, 2017 at 1 p.m. In Deborah's memory, donations may be made to Epilepsy Ontario. Arrangements entrusted to Skwarchuk Funeral Home, Bradford.

MAXWELL, Anne Marguerite Passed away peacefully at Newmarket Health Centre with f a m i l y b y h e r s i d e o n Tu e s d a y, August 8, 2017 in her 97th year. She has joined her husband of 53 years, Bill, and her son-in-law Dave Mount. She will be sadly missed by her loving daughters Monica Mount and Mary Anne (Brad) Elliott; her grandchildren Shelley, Tanya, Mark and Paige; her great-grandchildren Jordyn, Hayden, Evan and Kate. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the loving and caring staff at Newmarket Health Centre. A private family service will be held in Parry Sound.

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KNAPP, Muriel Alice Stickles Loving wife, mother of 8, grandmother of 12, great-grandmother of 5, passed away on July 31st in her 85th year.

1 LARGE room for rent, available August 1st, wifi, access to parking, heat and hydro included. No smoking or pets. $500. Call Shannon at 289-383-1438.

Maranda and Mike of Keswick

are Engaged!

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She had the good fortune to marry her hometown sweetheart, Harold (Sonny) Knapp and they enjoyed 62 devoted years together. They started their married life in East Angus, Quebec where they raised their children on a small hobby farm. Through lots of hard work and ingenuity, they lived an organic lifestyle long before it was the "in" thing to do! Muriel loved a challenge in the kitchen and she prided herself on making her own bread, churning butter, and filling the largest freezer known to mankind with vegetables from her garden, berries picked during family outings, and a delicatessen-worthy assortment of meats. In addition to being an outstanding homemaker, Muriel was passionate about gardening and eager to share her knowledge with anyone that showed an interest in her beloved plants and flowers. It was a pleasure to watch classic movies with her because she knew the names and "buzz" on every movie star. She had the "gift of the gab" and an abundance of colourful expressions that regularly caught people off guard and made them laugh out loud.

ANNIVERSARIES

In 1973, Muriel and Sonny uprooted the family and moved to Ontario. During her years there, she was known as "Grandma Knapp" to the many children she lovingly provided daycare for in her home. In 1991, they moved to paradise (aka Qualicum Beach, BC) where they enjoyed their retirement years. Regardless of where they lived, Muriel loved people to pop in for a visit and stay long enough to catch up on each other's news and enjoy something to eat. Muriel loved Christmas and she always made a point to have a little something under the tree so that every person who entered her home received a gift. Muriel was a long-standing member of the Ladies Auxiliary in both Quebec and BC and over the years she held a number of executive positions. Assisting with fundraising initiatives, making phone calls, writing get well cards, and baking her famous "You-Can't-Eat-Just-One" cookies were just some of her many contributions, which she always performed with care.

Careers

LOCAL 7 bay shop in Innisfil is looking for a

Graeme & Frances Mason

Service Manager

of Newmarket will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on August 10. Married at Wesley United Church they haven't strayed far as they raised their family and are continuing to enjoy their retirement in Newmarket. We are honored to be part of their legacy and love. Lots of love, Mom and Dad, from the family.

Good communication skills providing the ultimate customer experience must be able to multi task

Email your resume to: douglasmcvicars@hotmail.com Automotive

FULOP, Charlotte Of Bakonyszentivan, Hungary, passed away at Chartwell Aurora Long Term Care Residence on August 4, 2017, at the age of 93. She immigrated to Canada in 1949 where she met her husband Frank (deceased 1981). She is survived by eight children, nine grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. There will be a graveside service and memorial gathering at a later date. Donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association would be greatly appreciated.

Condolences for the family may be offered at www.roadhouseandrose.com

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A celebration of her life is being planned by her family and will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the following cause are welcome:

CASE, Doris Lottie May (nee Hall) Peacefully, surrounded by her family at Southlake R.H.C., Newmarket on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the age of 78 years. Doris, beloved wife of George Case of River Drive Park. Loving mother of David (Karen), of River Drive Park, Elizabeth (Collin Battle) of Stouffville, Terry (Heather) of Stoney Creek, and Michael (Heather) of Newmarket. Cherished 'Grandma' of Sharlene, Tara, Bruce, Daniel, William, Christopher, Ashley, Caleb, Emmerson, and great 'Grandma' of Lauren, Trinitie, Alexys, Maximus, Jenna and Jackson. Dear sister of Milton (Carol) of Zephyr, Barbara Jean (Doug Graves) of Willow Beach, the late Betty (Howard Blair) of Brown Hill, and of the late Donald and his surviving wife Janice. She will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, and relatives. Friends may gather at the M.W. Becker Funeral Home, 490 The Queensway South, Keswick, Ontario on Thursday, August 17th, 2017 from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. In memory of Doris, donations to the Stronach Cancer Centre c/o Southlake R.H.C., would be appreciated. Sign an online book of condolences at mwbeckerfuneralhome.com

Poppy Fund in Memory of Muriel Knapp Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 76 180 Veterans Ways Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1L8

Automotive

Full time Mechanically Inclined Person Some mechanical experience an asset. Will train the right person Benefits. Work Hours: Mon- Fri 8-5 p.m. Apply in person to York Spring and Radiator Service 60 Industrial Pkwy N., Aurora

Dental

Dental Assistant Level II Our world class practice is seeking an exceptional Level II Dental Assistant to join our dental family. Full command of the English language and experience with Dentrix software is a must! Email your resume to: foreversmiles@bellnet.ca Attn: Libby

General Help

Woodington Lake Golf Club in Tottenham is

NOW HIRING

Proshop Clerk (Golf knowledge an asset) Food & Beverage Server / Banquet Server Cook Sous Chef Course Maintenance All positions require availability until end of October

Please email resume: annette@woodingtonlake.com

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Teaching Opportunities

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Meter Readers

Teaching Opportunities

Among Friends Before and After School Childcare Centre

ENJOY WORKING OUTDOORS? Utility service provider looking for FT temp. (possibly leading to perm. FT) in the York Region. Outdoor work, physically demanding. Training and uniforms provided. Must have reliable vehicle. Paid by piece rate. If hired, need to provide a clean Criminal Background Check and clean Drivers Abstract. Please apply online: www.olameter.com

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Full Time Night Work We are hiring and training for a full time position in the Commercial Exhaust Cleaning Industry. Our company has been servicing the Ontario and Quebec market for over 25 years. We are currently looking for individuals with a valid drivers licence to be trained as

Service Technicians. We provide all training and required safety courses /uniforms. A successful candidate would be able to work both locally and out of town runs Sunday nights thru Thursday. All work is performed after hours for our clients and generally consists of 45- 50 hours per week. All travel is performed in company vehicles and paid hourly. Plainly: We clean all the grease out of the exhaust system in restaurants. Method of cleaning varies from hand scraping to pressure washing with degreasers. We are extremely busy and require consistent dependable attendance to service our customers: starting wages range from $14-$16 hourly with overtime after 44 hours, with potential growth to $20.

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General Help

To apply, please bring resume to club: 4962 Stouffville Road, Stouffville HWY 48 & Stouffville Rd. Or email: info@springlakesgolf.com Technical/ Skilled Trades

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Trinity United Church 451 Main Street Newmarket, ON, L3Y 1V9 Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

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required for the Newmarket, Aurora, King and Bradford areas. Steady Part-Time employment Competitive Wages Free Training provided Great for stay at home parents/retirees. School Holidays and Weekends off Charter Work Available Please Contact Cathy Gravelle, Driver Development Officer 905-775-7770 Ext 104 cathy.gravelle@switzer-carty.com

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Order Desk/ Shipping Coordinator Applicant must have a strong work ethic and positive team attitude; Good communication skills; Strong computer skills (MS Outlook, Word, Excel). Job description: O Order Entry O Preparation of documents for shipping (Customs documents, Packing Lists and Bill of Ladings) O Scheduling of Carriers and Couriers O Filing and some phone answering

Email resumes to seans@atlindustries.com

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