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s a soccer coach and father of four boys, Lindsay Aitken understands the need for families to budget. So, he’s disappointed by the Town of Newmarket’s proposal to increase most user fees and charges for municipal recreation and culture services. The plan, which will include a 3.5-per-cent bump in rates for many activities — everything from birthday party packages, camps, special needs fitness classes and some art lessons to most ice pad, soccer pitch and baseball diamond rentals — could be approved Sept. 14. If implemented as scheduled, the new rates will take effect Jan. 1.

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“For the most part, they do a good job with activities,” Aitken said of the town, noting his kids play hockey, soccer and baseball in the municipality. “Four times anything starts to add up, but we’ll still let our kids do what they need to. It just really feels counterproductive. If there’s not somebody standing up and saying this is something the town should provide to keep kids active, I worry this is the trend (fees) will take.” Newmarket Soccer Club president Dave Hanson says the rates will cost the organiza-

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Bereaved Families of York Region hosts its eighth annual Memorial Butterfly Release and second Walk to Remember next month. The organization has helped the Nye family, Michelle (left), Thijs, 4, Holly, 7, and Jeff recover from the loss of daughter Angelica during childbirth. See page A6 for the story.

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Smoke, grill, look, slather Era journalist gets lesson in serving up lip-smacking good ribs BY CHRIS SIMON

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hat’s how Tex Robert Jr. has been making a living off ribs for 47

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Newmarket Honorary Citizen Alf Neely salutes during the unveiling of a plaque with his name on it at Fairy Lake Park Friday.

‘Unbelievable all these people here’, says local honoured veteran

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lf Neely is an honest, witty man. The long-time Newmarket resident, Second World War veteran and retired town employee will tell the truth, and he expects friends and family do the same. So, when Neely says he’s touched by a tribute, you know it’s authentic. Neely, 95, officially became an honorary citizen of the town Friday, during a plaque unveiling at Fairy Lake Park. About 50 people attended the event, including members of Neely’s family and the Royal Canadian Legion, dignitaries and military personnel. “It’s just unbelievable that all these people are here,” he said.

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Neely moved to Newmarket in 1943 and served in France, Holland, Italy and Germany during the war. He worked as the town’s community manager from 1963 until retirement in 1987. He is a dedicated member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Milton Wesley branch 426 and its colour party and has carried the legion colours at nursing homes, veterans’ funerals, Newmarket events and opening ceremonies for various minor sports. Neely wore a legion uniform to the cerSee page A4.

The barbecue expert and standout personality of the Louisiana Bar-B-Que team was serving up tender, fall-off-thebone ribs at the Ray Twinney Recreation Complex last weekend, as part of Newmarket Rib Fest. About 14,000 people were expected to attend the event, which also featured ribbers from the Kentucky Smokehouse, Boss Hogs, Gator BBQ and New York BBQ teams. Tex, known as Big Daddy Louisiana around the Ontario ribbing circuit, says there are several important steps to making a delicious rack of ribs. He builds his own sauce, a tradition passed down from great grandparents, and takes pride in keeping customers guessing over the secret ingredients. See page A9.

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Tex Robert Jr. ‘Grampa’ fixes up his Louisiana Bar-B-Que ribs for eager customers during Sunday’s Newmarket Rib Fest at Ray Twinney Complex.

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Transportation refusal jeopardizes autistic son’s therapy, mom says BY LISA QUEEN

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Keswick mother says the York Region District School Board is “sabotaging” her son’s wellness by refusing to continue transporting him from school to therapy treatments for his severe autism. “Of course, their response is upset-

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Honorary citizen Alf Neely admires his name plate during a plaque dedication Friday.

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emony, medals pinned to his blazer. He is assisted by breathing tubes now, but was eager to shake hands with well-wishers and hug and kiss friends in attendance. A cool wind lifted the colour guard’s Canadian flag as the ceremony began. An active volunteer, Neely has been a staple at the Newmarket House League Hockey tournament for more than 49 years and in the Legion Old-timers Hockey League for 27 years. “It’s very overwhelming,” his daughter, Bunny Wright, said. “He’s very humble and didn’t think he had done much for the town. My sister started rhyming off all the things; he’s never stopped. He’s amazing.” Neely earned six medals overseas. And he’s particularly fond of his service with the Canadian Irish Regiment. “When I see those green berets, that’s my childhood,” Wright said, of the regiment. He has two daughters, five grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren. “He’s an all around good guy; a man with many friends and admirers,” Mayor Tony Van Bynen said. “(He’s) an inspiration to all of us.” Neely was given the appointment in recognition of his outstanding service and commitment to the town. Recipients are determined through a nomination process and formal council resolution.

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RAISE YOUR STEAKS BY LISA QUEEN

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t’s time for a steak out. Time to get outdoors with family and friends to grill up some juicy steaks. What are the best cuts to buy for the barbecue? How do you cook them properly for the best mouth-watering results? Is there anything special you need to do with your barbecue? What can you grill up for the vegetarians around the table? We asked York Region butchers and grilling experts to give up some tips on the tricks of the trade. There is no one single best answer to grilling the perfect steak, Daniel Peisz, one of three butchers at Thornhill’s Stuart Carroll Quality Meats. “Everyone has a different grilling method, right?” he said. Peisz likes his steaks 1 ¼ to 1 ½ inches thick because they remain juicy inside and don’t cook too fast, especially for smaller steaks. His favourite cut is a rib eye with the bone, also called a capless rib steak, “because there’s a little extra to gnaw on.” Other prime cuts for barbecuing include a New York strip loin, a rib eye and beef tenderloin, the most tender and expensive cut, Peisz said. “Rib eyes have a bit more fat so more flavour and juices get cooked within the meat,” he said. As people get older, they often tend to want to cut down on the fat in their steak so fillet is a good choice, he said. Peisz recommends buying high-quality, grass-fed beef over corn-fed. “Corn creates bloat in the animal, unless it’s given antibiotics to counter-act the bloating,” he said.

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My $299 barbecue will cook a steak just as good as my $30,000 one. The quality of the steak coming off is all about the quality of the steak and the cook.

Peisz puts kosher or sea salt or a steak seasoning on the meat shortly before he throws the steaks on the grill on medium-high. “I like to keep it simple,” he said. “I don’t like wet marinades. It hides the flavour of the steak.” Don’t keep flipping your steak while it’s cooking because it won’t cook evenly throughout, Peisz said. It should only touch the grill four times to cook each side and create a criss-

cross pattern on the meat. Tim Maunder, head butcher and owner of Maunder’s Food Shop in Aurora, agrees that over-flipping is one of the biggest mistakes backyard grillers make. “Most people, as far as barbecuers, tend to flip it upside down, left,

right, all over the place,” he said. “Really, a steak should be one side down and then wait until a little bit of juice pools on the raw side and then flip it so the cooked side’s up and then wait until the cooked side gets a little shiny and a little bit of liquid pools.” Maunder dismissed concerns that overcooking the meat will make it tough. “Tenderness is the quality of the meat, it won’t change with cooking,” he said. If a steak is thick, Maunder starts it on high and then moves it off direct heat so the barbecue works more like an oven. “What that does is keep the outside of the steak from getting over-charred, but you have enough time on the grill that it heats all the way through and cooks through,” he said. He also favours New York strip loins and rib eyes for the barbecue.

“You can get beef tenderloin, which is a cut above. It’s more tender, but it has less flavour.” Make sure to oil and season the steak before putting it on the grill, Maunder said. The leaner the cut of meat, the more oil you need to put on the outside, he said. “If you’re in a

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In photo: Tim Maunder, owner of Maunder’s Foods in Aurora, shares tips on how to grill the perfect steak. restaurant and they’re doing a steak, they’re always seasoning the outside and adding oil, so when they grill, it doesn’t stick and you get nice grill marks and it helps protect the meat, get that good sear on the outside,” he said. If you are barbecuing a poorer quality of meat, such as a flank steak for fajitas, Maunder recommends marinading it for 24 hours before cooking. The marinade should contain a fat or oil and an acid, such as lemon juice, wine or balsamic vinegar to break down the tendons to make the meat more tender.

“I always try to taste the marinade before I use it to marinade. If it doesn’t taste good before it goes on the steak, it’s not going to taste good on the steak,” he said. Make sure the steak is at room temperature before throwing it on the grill and let it rest for five to 10 minutes after it comes off so the pores have a chance to close and seal in the juices, said Maunder, who sell grass-fed and dry-aged beef. You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars on a barbecue to cook the perfect steak, Duff Dixon, president and owner of Ontario Gas Barbecue in Concord, said. “My $299 barbecue will cook a steak just as good as my $30,000. The quality of the steak coming off is all about the quality of the steak and the cook,” he said. A good barbecue will provide even heat distribution and also heat to a high temperature for cooks who like to sear the outside of their steaks, Dixon said. He prefers a charcoal barbecue for its high heat and its ability to produce a better tasting steak. More and more people are starting with a good gas barbecue and then adding charcoal grills and smokers, Dixon said. “People just love to get outside and enjoy outdoor cooking and entertaining. We are seeing indoor chefs are taking their talent out of doors and looking to cook a lot more things out of doors. And with that comes the desire to get the accessories and equipment that goes along with that,” he said. “The passionate cooks have all kinds of gadgets for indoor cooking and we are seeing them trending to all these gadgets for out of doors to go way beyond steaks and burgers and chicken.” A big mistake people make when barbecuing is over-cooking the meat, Dixon said. “Once you overcook it, it’s beyond what you wanted, so you can’t return. So it’s getting your timing down,” he said. Cori Doern, of Cori’s Café in Sutton, said there are many options that allow the vegetarians at the table enjoy barbecued fare. Her suggestions include grilled Portobello mushroom burgers with grilled eggplant, Portobello mushrooms with a red pepper aioli or pesto, grilled halloumi cheese, grilled veggie pizza, grilled rainbow skewers with spicy chimichurri sauce and grilled corn, sweet onion and jalapeno taco or burrito with guacamole and salsa. If you’re sticking with steak, make sure you start with good quality meat, the experts said. “Enjoy your steak. Go to a butcher. Don’t cheap out. If you’re going to get a strip (loin) and it says $9.99, you’re probably not getting a good piece of meat. Know what you’re eating,” Peisz said.

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Robin Konstantopoulos and her six-year-old autistic son, Anthony share a laugh. The family lives in Keswick and Anthony is transported by the York Region District School Board to his school in Newmarket and then to therapy sessions, five minutes away. The board has now said it will no longer transport him to therapy.

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Miguelo said the board is simply applying its transportation policy fairly and equitably, Konstantopoulos accused school officials of “sabotaging my son’s critical leaning opportunity because they don’t want to set precedence on transporting children to therapy.” She is so upset with the board’s decision, she is taking her concerns to higher authorities. “The provincial advocate for youth and children is now investigating,” she said, adding the Human Rights Commission will be her next step because the board has a “duty to accommodate” her special needs child. Konstantopoulos, who runs a support group called Autism Unplugged, worries the board’s decision will hurt many York families who have children with autism. Anthony has severe autism and has been non-verbal. He also suffers from chronic yeast infections and severe food allergies, said Konstantopoulos, whose nine-year-old daughter, Aristea, has dysgraphia, dyslexia and severe sensory, execu-

tive functioning and self-regulation issues. Although the family lives in Keswick, the board transports Anthony by taxi to school in Newmarket, where he is in a class for children with autism. While schools in Keswick offer similar classrooms, Konstantopoulos believes the school in Newmarket provides the best environment for her son. A year ago, after a four-year wait, Anthony was placed in government-funded IBI autism therapy program in the afternoons. The board agreed to transport him by taxi from school at lunch time to his treatment. Konstantopoulos picked him up at the end of the sessions and drove him home. But at the end of the last school year, the board said it would no longer transport Anthony to his medical appointments, which are five minutes from the school. Instead, it would transport him 30 minutes from school to home. Now, Konstantopoulos and her husband, who is on disability, have to decide whether to pay a taxi to take Anthony to his daily treatments or have Konstantopoulos

drive down at lunch time to take him to therapy, drive home and then drive back to pick him up at the end of treatment. Either option could create some financial hardship for the family, Konstantopoulos said. One way or another, Anthony will continue with the necessary therapy, she said. “The school board is failing my non-verbal son. IBI therapy is Anthony’s scientifically proven best chance to find his voice,” she said.

‘When folks became aware that the policy was not being followed, a plan was put in place to bring the situation into compliance.’ The treatment is making a crucial difference to Anthony’s progress, his senior therapist at the IBI therapy centre said. “Since he started therapy at 20 hours a week, there has been an amazing jump in his cognitive and social skills. He is so ready to learn right now and so eager to discover,” the therapist said in an email

Butterfly release flies Sept. 19 BY CHRIS SIMON

eff and Michelle Nye have learned to cope with the loss of their second daughter. The Newmarket couple says there are still tough days but, thanks to the support of agencies such as Bereaved Families of York Region, they understand how to deal with a difficult death. For them, the journey began in 2009, when their oldest daughter, Holly, was about 1-1/2-yearsold. Michelle was pregnant and when she went into the hospital to give birth, she was excited for the girls to meet. But something went wrong and baby Angelica died in the delivery room. “You go into the hospital to end up with a joyful experience; the wind got knocked out of us,” Michelle said, as Jeff sat on a couch with his arms wrapped around Holly, now 7, and her four-year-old brother, Thijs. “It was a 180 (degree) shift into this incredibly traumatic experience. You don’t really believe it could happen to you and you’re never really prepared for something like that. You’re supposed to go before your children; you’re grieving at the loss of a person, but also what you’ve imagined your future to be.” The family lived in Saskatchewan at the time and Michelle began attending support group meetings to help the grieving process along. Once they moved to Newmarket, she volunteered at Bereaved Families and still finds comfort and meaning in the work today. “We did use the services of a similar organization; we went to group programming and did one-on-one counselling and found it to be very beneficial,” Michelle said. “When we moved here, I started volunteering at Bereaved Families because of the support we received when we went through the loss. I wanted to help others who were going through this, which is pretty much everyone at some point.” The organization’s eighth annual Butterfly Release and Walk to Remember will take place at Fairy Lake Park Sept. 19. About 200 will attend the event, which includes the release of hundreds of Painted Lady butterflies, a barbecue organized by the Optimist Club of Aurora, children’s colouring activities and C

Anthony should never have been transported from school to his therapy sessions, so the board is enforcing its policy as the new school year begins, Miguelo said. “Somewhere along the line, someone did not follow the policy and I’m not sure what exactly occurred,” he said. “I don’t know this case specifically, but when folks became aware that the policy was not being followed, a plan was put in place to bring the situation into compliance.” Konstantopoulos questioned the logic of the board spending more money to transport Anthony a longer distance. While she understands the board wanting a fair policy, she said it could give parents the option of taking their children to daily medical appointments if they are closer to school than home. “What’s sad is now the school board is taking advantage of the situation to save a few dollars, knowing full well these parents will not have their children miss out on this critical learning opportunity afforded to them by the government.”

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forwarded by Konstantopoulos. “Before starting IBI therapy, Anthony was non-verbal and unable to relate to the world. Now, he’s excited to start conversations and show us what he’s mastered. We’re excited too. We can’t wait to see what he will come up with next or what new skill we can throw at him.” Although Miguelo doesn’t know of Anthony’s situation in particular, he said the board has a policy of not transporting students to appointments. “The policy is for all students, so for each and every student. We do not transport students to appointments, we don’t have the resources to do that,” he said, pointing out the public and Catholic boards jointly contract out their transportation services. “We get many, many requests to transport students to medical appointments and we can’t say one medical appointment is more important than another medical appointment….We apply the policy fairly and equitably to all of our students because what we do for one, we do have to do for all requests.”

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inspirational songs and readings. “It’s a really beautiful, meaningful event,” bereavement services co-ordinator Christine Goguen said. “There’s great support throughout the community. You can come on your own or with family.” The butterflies help grieving participants remember their loved ones and the event is one of the largest annual fundraisers for the organization. Participants order their butterflies in advance and get the opportunity to release the insects. While some fly away, others are often enticed to stick around when the families bring orange slices along. “Quite a few people love the surrounding and they think it’s just perfect,” Goguen said. “It’s a symbol of hope. Quite often, there’s a mixture of feelings. It brings forward the loss everyone’s had but, at the same time, it can also be an opportunity to reflect on the love they shared. People think there’s going to be a big puff of butterflies right away, but they all take their own time. Often, they’ll linger around and climb on arms and legs.” Bereaved Families serves residents throughout the region who are dealing with the loss of a loved one. They offer a library of materials, information packages, support groups, and individual grief counselling. While the ‘coping’ topic is still somewhat taboo, it affects almost everyone, she said. “You want people to understand what they’re going through and that it’s normal,” Goguen said. “There are ways you can reach out and get support during a very difficult time. It impacts every facet of who they are.” Jeff believes the organization does some valuable work, by helping residents learn grieving mechanisms. “I couldn’t get myself motivated to work and I lost track of meaning,” he said. “Over time, (death) puts things in perspective in terms of what’s important. Anything can happen.” Butterflies must be ordered by Sept. 4 by contacting bfoyr_program@bellnet.ca or 905-898-6265. On the day of the event, registration begins at 9 a.m. The release ceremony is at 10. For more information on the organization, visit bfoyr.com.

Town considers changes to recreation vehicle parking bylaw

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ewmarket may soon loosen the rules regarding the parking of recreational vehicles in residential driveways. Council recently held a public hearing to review proposed changes to the zoning bylaw, which would permit residents to park campers, boats, personal watercraft and snowmobiles in their driveways for longer periods of time. The current rules allow a property owner to park one recreational vehicle, less than seven metres long, in his driveway for a maximum of 72 hours in any one calendar month. Recreational vehicles can also be stored inside a garage, carport or side yard, for any length of time, all year long.

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However, the proposed change could either see that 72-hour limit upped to four calendar days a month, or replaced by a seasonal parking policy. “It is not possible to satisfy everyone based on the diverse opinions around this subject matter,” development and infrastructure services commissioner Peter Noehammer said. “The challenge is to find a compromise between the needs of the property owner for ready access to his vehicle while respecting the interests of adjacent neighbours for a safe and visually acceptable streetscape.” A seasonal policy would restrict the type of vehicle that could be parked in a driveway to

Newmarket chamber president calls for clarity over Hydro One sale Newmarket Chamber of Commerce is calling for greater transparency around the proposed sale of Hydro One. The organization joins a coalition of 36 Ontario chambers of commerce and boards of trade calling on the province to provide factual evidence that electricity prices will not increase as a result of the government’s decision to sell off 60 per cent of Hydro One. “Rising electricity prices are a collective concern and have put Ontario businesses at a competitive disadvantage,” Newmarket chamber president and CEO Debra Scott said. “It is important to recognize that electricity represents a significant cost to

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one that is typically used during that time of the year, he said. “A snowmobile could be parked on the driveway from November to March and a boat or camper trailer could be parked from April to October,” Noehammer said. This option would require defining summer recreational vehicle and winter recreational vehicle, he said. Minimum setbacks from curbs and sidewalks would also be included in the amendment, in an effort to address potential sightline issues. Staff will present another report on the matter to council in September or October, Noehammer said.

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Today The Landing Aug. 27, 3:45 to 5:30 p.m. Newmarket Community Church, 145 Pony Dr. The Landing is a free, weekly program offered at Newmarket Community Church that aims to equip teens (ages 12 to 17) with the tools needed to overcome life’s struggles. Contact: admin@newmarketcommunitychurch.org, 905-836-7251, 905-967-4081, www.newmarketcommunitychurch.org. Passage Between Two Worlds Exhibition & Sale by Erika Takacs and Marissa Sweet Ongoing to Sept. 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. The story of Canada’s immigrants is a shared journey of creating a sense of space & place in a new country. With the exhibition Passage Between Two Worlds, artists Erika Takacs and Marissa Sweet present courageous interpretations of their personal immigration experiences. Exhibition continues through until Sept. 12. Galleries open Tuesdays and Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Gallery admission is at no charge. Galleries are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Contact: Clare Bolton, info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818. Mino Miikana Bimaadiziwin: The Path of Life: Exhibition of Works by Donald Chretien Ongoing to Sept. 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Solo Exhibition of the works of local First Nations artist Donald Chretien from July 18 to Sept. 12. Large new works in the Great Hall Gallery and small works in Reception Gallery. Exhibition continues through until Sept. 12. Galleries open Tuesdays and Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Gallery admission is at no charge. Please note that the galleries are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Contact: Clare Bolton, info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Aug. 27, 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. Aurora Legion, 105 Industrial Pkwy. Canadian Blood Services needs about 170,000 additional donors per year to maintain the blood supply. We ask eligible donors to consider booking an appointment by downloading the GiveBlood app or visit blood.ca. Contact: elaine.stpierre@blood.ca, 1-888-236-6283.

This weekend Newmarket Farmers Market Aug. 29, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Riverwalk Commons, Doug Duncan Drive. Fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, baked goods, food vendors, hand-crafted artifacts and products such as jewelry, furniture, soap, horse and wagon rides, musical entertainment, buskers, fresh flowers, etc. Contact: pheasanthollowcreations@live.ca, 905-773-9751. Free ZUMBA CLASS at RiverWalk Commons Aug. 29, 8 to 9 a.m. Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. Free Zumba class every Saturday morning in June, July, and August from 8 - 9 a.m. at the Fairy Lake Newmarket Farmers Market, along side the reflecting pool. Instruction will be by The Move fitness and dance studio BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Aug. 29, 9 a.m. York Region Administrative Centre, 17250 Yonge St. in Newmarket. Canadian Blood Services needs about 170,000 additional donors per year to maintain the blood supply. We ask eligible donors to consider booking an appointment by downloading the GiveBlood app or visit blood.ca. Contact: elaine.stpierre@blood.ca, 1-888-236-6283. Cawthra Mulock Family Fun BBQ Aug. 29, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve, 18462 Bathurst St. Celebrate nature with the whole family at Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve! Weaving Words Festival of Stories Aug. 30, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sharon Temple National Historic Site and Museum, 18974 Leslie St. Weaving Words is a celebration of stories and the many ways that we tell them, through written and spoken word, through music, film and dance. Event welcomes award-winning Canadian author Joseph Boyden as its featured performer this year. For additional information and a complete schedule, visit www.weavingwords.ca. Contact: megan.houston@sharontemple.ca, 905-478-2389.

Reader Jim Churchill sent us this close-up Your Shot of a bee on some flowers. Send us Your Shot. The popular theme is Nature & Wildlife. Email your high-quality jpegs to editor Tracy Kibble at tkibble@yrmg.com for a chance to have your photograph included in our online gallery and published in the newspaper. Join Ontario Nature staff in celebrating pollinators with a Bee-BBQ picnic, nature hike, crafts, games, and more! Explore nature with new eyes on a kid-friendly guided trail hike. You might catch a glimpse of a bobolink, painted turtle, or red fox! Talk to experts about welcoming wildlife to your own backyard and great ways to support nature in the community. Kids of all ages can decorate butterfly wings, join bee relays, and learn about the amazing world of pollinators. Menu includes basic BBQ fare, with fresh salads, fruits and other bee-pollinated delicacies. RSVP by Aug. 17. Contact: Megan Anevich, megana@ontarionature.org. 8th Annual Back to School Bash Aug. 30, 1 to 4 p.m. Holland Landing Community Centre, 19513 Yonge St. FREE school supplies, Zoo to You, juggler, bouncy castle, $2 haircuts, silent auction and more. All proceeds from haircuts, silent auction and food sales will go to Habitat for Humanity. Contact: backtoschoolbash@lakesidenazarene.com.

brief business meeting and the presentation will commence after a short refreshment break and run until 9 or 9:30 p.m. depending on the number of questions. Aimed at ages 13 plus with an interest in technical subjects. Contact: 416-673-2210.

directors culminating in the opportunity to audition for the Chorus. No cost to participate and no obligation to join the Chorus, but when you experience how much fun it is to sing four-part harmony, you’ll want to join! Contact: Rene Frappier, info@uccchorus.com, 289-648-6300.

Movies in the Park - Frozen Sept. 1, 8 p.m. Hickson Park, Conover & Borealis Ave. in Aurora. Join us for a free movie in the park on Tuesday September 1. Frozen will be shown at dusk (approx. 8 p.m.) A food donation for the local food pantry is appreciated. Delicious food vendors will be on site selling food. For your seating comfort, bring a lawn chair. Contact: Shelley Ware, sware@aurora.ca, 905-726-4762.

Movies in the Park - THE LEGO MOVIE Sept. 3, 8 p.m. Norm Weller Park, McClellan Way north east of Bathurst Street, in Aurora. Join us for a free movie in the park on Tuesday, Sept. 3. The Lego Movie will be shown at dusk (approx. 8 p.m.) A food donation for the local food pantry is appreciated. Food vendors will be on site. Bring a lawn chair. Contact: Shelley Ware, sware@aurora.ca, 905-726-4762.

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Family Storytime Sept. 2, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.. Mount Albert Branch, East Gwillimbury Public Library, 19300 Centre St. Ages 0 – 5 years with caregiver. Free. Drop In. Drop in with music, rhymes, stories and a craft.

Taste & Learn - Mediterranean Aug. 31, 7 to 8 p.m. Sobeys extra Aurora, 15500 Bayview Ave. Taste and Learn is a FREE class series offered by Sobeys Dietitians. Each class is focused on a particular food (this month is all about Mediterranean cuisine). During the class, you will receive some intro/background info about the food and the dietitian will prepare a recipe or two for everyone to taste. You will leave the session with new knowledge, a few free recipes and some great ideas to try at home. Registration is required. Contact dietitian Colleen to register. Sign up early to avoid being on a wait list. Contact: Colleen Miller, colleen.miller@sobeys.com, 905-726-2499.

Big Top Circus Open House & Registration Sept. 2 & Sept. 10, 4 to 8 p.m. Big Top School of Circus Arts, 1119 Ringwell Drive, Unit 1 in Newmarket. Big Top Circus is offering free trial classes in the circus arts for all ages. Come dressed to participate and get a taste is on offer. The fall programs begin Sept. 14 and include aerial classes, circus for all ages, circus tots and new this year ... a family class on Thursdays from 7:30 - 9 p.m.! The open house classes run Sept. 2 and 10 as follows: Tots (18 mos-3 yrs): 4-5 p.m. with parent; 3-5 yrs: 5 - 6 p.m.; 6-9 yrs: 6 - 7 p.m.; 10+ yrs: 7 - 8 p.m.; Adults: 7 - 8 p.m. No registration required--just come out and have some FUN!!! Contact: info@bigtopcircusschool.ca, 905-898-0699.

Happy Hoppers Square Dance Club - Open House Aug. 31, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Newmarket Seniors’ Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr. The Happy Hoppers Square Dance Club is a modern, western-style club offering programs in the BASIC, MAINSTREAM & PLUS levels. Come to the free Open House for an evening of fun and laughter. Contact: Anne Currie-O’Brien, annereg@rogers.com.

End of Summer Blues Concert in the Park Sept. 2, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Aurora Town Park, Wells St Free community concert featuring JUNO Award Winner Jack De Keyzer Band. Plus Youth Bands, Aurora Classic Car Club Cruise Night and Celebration of Arts & Culture organizations. Contact: Jamie MacDonald, gushmac@bell.net, 905-713-6318.

Model Rocketry & Amateur Radio Sept. 1, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sharon Temperance Hall, 18974 Leslie St. The York Region Amateur Radio Club meetings for the fall of 2015 are space-themed, starting in September with a presentation on applying amateur radio to model rocketry. The club meeting starts at 7:30 with a

So You Think You Can Sing? Sept. 2, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Sharon-Hope United Church, 18648 Leslie St. Male singers wanted to participate in a free 5-week training programme to learn 4-part a Capella singing, hosted by the Upper Canada Chordsmen. Take your singing to the next level with small group instruction by our

Bingo World Newmarket Gaming Centre Sept. 4, 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. Bingo World Newmarket, 1230 Kerrisdale Blvd. Bingo World Newmarket has undergone a Charitable Bingo and Gaming transformation and now offers new products and technologies - like electronic bingo, Tap Tix and more. Customers can kick back with friends in a welcoming, comfortable environment and have some fun! Must be 18 years of age or older. Government- issued identification may be required. Info: Bingo World, newmarket@bingoworld.ca, 905-836-4861. The Reign of the Queen of Canada Exhibition Starts Sept. 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. On Sept. 9, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign will surpass that of Canada’s other great Mother of Confederation, Queen Victoria. The Aurora Cultural Centre, in partnership with the Monarchist League of Canada (York Region Branch), celebrates the long reign of Her Majesty with artifacts and archival materials. Hours: Tuesdays, Thursday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 am - 8 pm. Contact: info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, 905-713-1818. Shout Sister Choir York/Newmarket Sept. 8, 1 to 3 p.m. St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 227 Church St. Shout Sister! takes an unorthodox approach to choral singing. There’s no audition and they sing a fun variety of music from pop and Motown, to folk, to a touch of country and blues. No reading of music required. Contact: Oriole Claxton, members@shoutsisterchoir.ca, shoutsisterchoir.ca.

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Yeah, thanks for the notice, politicians

ISSUE: Politicians need to inform local media when they are in town so we can alert readers.

Marney Beck

rime Minister Stephen Harper was in York Region last week for a public event in King Township. What’s that? You didn’t hear about the visit? Well, you’re not alone. The media release indicating Harper and local Conservative candidates Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe) and Lois Brown (Newmarket-Aurora) were going to speak at WaterStone Estate & Farms on Dufferin Street, Aug. 20 at 10 a.m. (media was to be onsite by 9 a.m.) was emailed by the Conservative Party National Campaign and delivered to a York Region Media Group reporter’s account at 10:59 p.m. Aug. 19. There are certainly logistical issues to address when arranging a visit by the country’s leader — his time is very limited and there’s always a chance he gets called off to something else, so sometimes there’s a reluctance to make a commitment until organizers are confident there will be no changes — but giving 10 overnight hours of notice certainly gives the impression the public event wasn’t meant to be public at all. Doesn’t the Conservative campaign team want coverage from local news outlets? Don’t party members want the general public to come out and hear Harper’s message? It doesn’t seem so. It seems Harper is content to not only handpick the media that get access to him, but also the members of the public who are welcome to take part. How many people do you know who could find out about an event at 11 p.m. one night, be able to do everything necessary to clear their schedule overnight, when the majority of the province is sleeping, and be in attendance at 9 a.m.? How many people do you know who would even try? Van Loan and Brown have much better records when it comes to media/ public invites. For example, on Sept. 5 at 3:10 p.m., Van Loan’s office issued a release that he would be making a GO Transit facility announcement in East Gwillimbury at 10 a.m. Sept. 8. Then, Oct. 10 at 2:03 p.m., Van Loan’s office issued an email about a Georgina Ice Palace announcement Oct. 15 at 10:30 a.m. Brown also understands the importance of providing notice. Her Nov. 8 announcement about the citizen coffee and tea with the MP program was issued at 11 a.m. Nov. 6. That means the media and public were given a minimum of two days notice for a coffee and tea event, but a visit by the PM merits only 10 hours. Perhaps Harper could learn a thing or two from his area MPs. But we’re not picking on Harper, here. The fact of the matter is, he was the only federal party leader since the election call, to make a campaign stop in the region, although Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau was expected in Newmarket yesterday morning, according to a media release received at 1:10 p.m. Tuesday. What’s even more worrisome is this recent trend isn’t isolated to federal politics. Ontario Liberal Premier Kathleen Wynne was in Newmarket Aug. 20 to announce a provincial investment of more than $224,000 to Special Olympics Ontario for the Partners in Play program. The project, according to a media release, will introduce young special needs athletes to sports such as track and field, basketball, soccer and swimming. Unfortunately, the aforementioned media release was sent after the actual announcement took place and was simply a recap of the day’s event. There was no advance notice to the media that Wynne would be in the area. Those politicians who appear to be attempting to control the media and the message have to realize their efforts only make it look as though they have something to hide.

BOTTOM LINE: Now that the campaign is in full swing, citizens deserve to know who is coming to town and media should have opportunity to ask questions.

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A LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Engage Canada ignores important facts Re: Election campaign deceitful, manipulative, letter to the editor by Wendy King, Aug. 20: bit.ly/1NESLH6 I consider myself a self-respecting Conservative and don’t have a problem looking in the mirror. Maybe King is getting her information from groups such as Engage Canada, which just hates Conservatives of all stripes, doesn’t care much for the truth and is bankrolled by unions, Liberals and NDP socialists. Engage Canada is ignoring facts and willfully burying them in favour of their ideology. Case in point, in one ad it says there has been a $36-billion cut to health care when, in fact, federal health care transfers to the provinces will be 6 per cent more this year and 6 per cent more next year. It also claims the government made “no new investment for jobs” and made “cuts to economic development”. Wrong again. The 2015 budget was filled with new money for both jobs and economic development. King calls the Conservatives deceitful. Well, talking of deceit, could she please explain when her party is going to return the $2.75 million it has been ordered to by Board of Internal Economy and Public Disclosure to repay for breaking Parliamentary rules by using taxpayer money to run its offices for party purposes? While looking in the mirror next time, she may want to ask where Angry Tom (Mulcair) is going to get the $9 billion per year to pay for the universal children’s day care. I’ll stay with the mirror I have, thanks.

John M. King Newmarket

Elections wonderful; time to make change Elections are wonderful. I’m tired of political deception and lies. I’m tired of my mailbox being routinely loaded with unwanted political partisan propaganda, paid for using tax dollars. I’m tired of distorted facts, phony photo-ops, scandalous behaviour and a local representative that panders to a dictatorial PM rather than his constituents.  Elections are wonderful because they provide us with an opportunity to do something about these things. Our country is in dire need of change in Ottawa and, for us, it begins right here at home. It’s time to vote for real change. It’s time to deliver a clear message to those who have arrogantly abused their powers and the democratic process and freedoms we so value. It’s time to say, “Pack your bags and leave.”

‘ABC’ has never sounded so good.

David Payne Mount Albert

Mulcair’s plans would take billions of dollars Re: NDP best choice for middle-class Canadians, letter to the editor by Chris Lewis Aug. 20: bit.ly/1WOlNrT I cannot help but be amused by the naivety underlying Lewis’ recommendations. First, he would foist the child care responsibilities of parents onto a new federally sponsored national day care (baby sitting) program. Then, he would increase the ranks of the unemployed by bumping the minimum wage to $15 per hour. Then he adds a couple more items, all of which will add up to many, many billions. He conveniently fails to spell out how all of this will be paid for, but it is fair to speculate that neither he nor his fellow NDPers expect they will be hit with higher taxes. Perhaps they believe the economy will grow fast enough to generate enough new tax revenues. If so, they should look around. Global economic weakness has put Canada’s resource sector in the tank. The Ontario Liberal government’s open-ended buildup of the provincial debt, combined with an ill-conceived, highly expensive energy program, has contributed directly to massive job losses in the manufacturing sector. For evidence, just look at the empty industrial space around Newmarket. Bottom line, current economic conditions do not support new social programs and it would be fiscally irresponsible to use deficit financing for this purpose.

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Province, not unions to blame for financial mess Re: Lock out teachers, break union, Sunday Forum opinion by Rod Urquhart, Aug. 23: bit.ly/1NETFDF Yes, Urquhart, I agree my union should be busted. I mean, the financial mess Ontario is in is certainly a result of the decisions and actions my union and I decided to undertake. Let’s look at what I am responsible for: 1. eHealth 2. Ornge 3. Moving gas plants for an election 4. The $1.4-billion dollar Windsor Parkway 5. Financial mismanagement of the GM and Chrysler bailout. I really hope we get all of our money back. 6. Deciding to bring the PAN

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Am games to Toronto, causing the budget to balloon and then paying $7 million bonuses to 64 executives. I really hope we make an Olympic bid! 7. Creating a bloated bureaucracy in education: we certainly need more consultants. Also, I have many, many adult friends whose children had to go overseas to teach. Wait, I guess that’s a result of the faculties of education not capping enrolment. Why turn down thousands of dollars in tuition, right? I think you see my point. The mismanagement of Ontario’s finances do not lie on the backs of people in my profession. Corruption and mismanagement at the provincial level is to blame. I would invite you to research further into the issues that I and my colleagues have with the province right now. Oh, by the way, I know many, many teachers that would be in favour of year-round schooling. The tired line of “summer’s off” ... that’s a ministry decision.

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Surprise... surprise.... bet the unions loved this... more members, more money and more political power. I think we have enough cops just hanging around drinking coffee and passing out tickets, which is something a $60k not a $100K+ per year resource can do. The only cops that deserve $100k per year are those who work in dangerous areas such as Jane Street and Finch Avenue. Maybe these so-called politicians can address the issue of these increasing costs, the impact on services we need, especially in smaller, quieter communities who don’t need police state-like police services! Greg

That worries me — no, actually, that alarms and angers me. For my entire career as a journalist — and especially as an editor — I have believed it is my/our civic, patriotic duty to encourage people to find out about the issues, get to know their local candidates and — most importantly — mark their ballots on election day. According to Elections Canada, only 61 per cent of eligible voters turned out in May 2011. The three previous federal elections turnout ranged from a low of 59 per cent to a higher 65 per cent. Am I dreaming of Utopia or Neverland to think Canada should be hitting 75 per cent voter turnout, at least, which is what we achieved back in the 1960s and 1970s? Why should you care? What does all this have to do with you, you may be wondering? There are 10 ridings in York Region. There are eight weeks left until Oct. 19 voting day. Let’s make sure there is at minimum one all-candidates event in each of those 10 ridings or, preferrably, two or three. If we allow voter apathy to worsen — then the party that wins will have more power and less legitimacy, if fewer Canadians bother to mark their ballots. That does not benefit Canada and it sure does not improve democracy. If you haven’t heard about an allcandidates meeting in your riding, there’s still time to encourage community organizations to organize one. Call your chamber of commerce, board of trade, your service clubs. Often, ratepayer groups work together in a community to find a location and stage a debate or meet and greet. York Region Media Group newsrooms are willing partners. Already we have helped organize all-candidates events in Aurora-Oak RidgesRichmond Hill, Markham-Souffville and the Richmond Hill ridings, with more to come.

Let us know If you know of such a candidate event in your community, let us know, so we can share that news. And as reaching out to the younger generation is so important, share this news via social media and, better yet, plan to attend the candidate event in your riding and insist your adult children accompany you. Robocalls, attack ads and unfair election regulations serve to turn off many voters. If you care about Canada and the state of our democracy, you can help reverse the lethargy and apathy. — Marney Beck is editor of The Era/Banner/Express sister papers, The Richmond Hill/Thornhill Liberal newspapers.

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s a journalist and as a civic-minded Canadian, one of my big fears concerning this Canadian election is that voter apathy will plummet even lower than it was for the last federal election. Like most of you, I haven’t read every clause in the Harper Government’s Fair Elections Act. But from the news stories and opinion columns I have read, I understand that it is no longer Elections Canada’s mandate to encourage voter turnout. The Globe and Mail warned: “The Conservative government is stripping Elections Canada of its authority to encourage Canadians to vote in federal ballots under changes to the agency’s mandate.” BC journalist, Andrew Nikiforuk, wrote that the Fair Elections Act “bans Elections Canada from educating the public about their civic duties or low voter turnout”.

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tion an additional $4,200 next year. Despite the fee hike to the club, it does not intend to increase membership rates as a result. “With all the research the town has done with user groups, to be proposing any form of increase is surprising,” he said. “The facts clearly show we have far and away the highest user fees in the area. We won’t be increasing our fees because we want to keep it priced for the majority of people in town to participate. For us, it’s a further deficit of money we’ll have to find from another source. It doesn’t represent fair value when

we’re paying up to three times as much as neighbouring communities.” But if the town continues to increase rates, which are already among the highest for some recreation services in the region, there may be few choices but to pass on the burden to players in future years, Hanson said. “They’re already indicating they know this has to be revisited,” he said. “Why would you bother coming out with a 3-1/2-per-cent increase now?” Hanson said the club also pays an equal amount for each field used, regardless of the size — meaning the same cost is levied for

To provide input on the draft rates, email recreation@newmarket.ca or call 905-895-5193.

micro-field rental for young kids as full-sized pitches for teenagers. Newmarket Minor Hockey Association president Stephen Paine says the organization currently pays about $1 million in ice rental fees. So the proposed increase could total about $35,000 in additional costs or roughly $20 per player. Registrants have already paid fees for the year, so the organization will have to look at increasing rates next year, Paine said. “We don’t make any profit; at

Don’t forget to ‘burp’ meat From Front Page

The sauce is dark red, but not overly sweet. There’s a salty element and an unexpected and subtle bit of heat that sits on the back of the tongue. As for the meat, he starts by smoking it for 4-1/2 hours, then placing the racks in a smoking box as they wait for the final stage — the grill. He places them over the flame, grit (underside) down, waits a few minutes for a bubble to form, then flips. He roughs up the grit with tongs, then slathers on the sauce, painting in a zigzag style down the length of the rack. He then flips the ribs back over, ‘burps’ the meat using a shaking motion, and glazes with more sauce to finish. “Every piece of meat is different,” he said, wearing a black cowboy hat and shirt, with an American flag-patterned bandana wrapped around his neck. “You have to learn to look at the piece of meat. You have to treat it so the sauce gets into all the grains of the meat. Cook it slowly. The longer you cook a rib slowly, the better taste it’s going to be.” He then stacks the ribs off to the side as customers approach, placing the fattiest rack on the bottom to keep the entire batch warm and tender. The ribs benefit from the care and artistry. The meat falls off the bone almost as soon as it touches the lips, and there’s a slight crunch from the caramelized sauce. Tex has participated in 18 ribfests in Canada so far this year. “The people are amazing; we’re here to feed you,” Tex said. “The people and hospitality bring me back. There’s a love for what this team does.”

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This is the first time the Northern Heat Rib Series, which ran Rib Fest, has visited Newmarket. However, all indications suggest Newmarket has earned an annual stop. “It’s exceeded all expectations,” Rib Series owner Justin Brown said. “The food is amazing and we’ve got some fantastic bands. There’s something to do for everybody. We’ve been welcomed with open arms. The turnout’s been awesome. We’re really thrilled with how this has gone and we’re looking forward to next year. We want people in Newmarket to look forward to this event every year.” There were a few minor hiccups though. Some residents were upset because the Rib Fest website directed people to the municipality for more information on the event, leading some to speculate on the role Newmarket’s government had in organizing it. Brown blames the confusion on a glitch with the website, which will be corrected next year. “There was a coding error,” he said. “I don’t think it was a big thing on either end. It was probably an annoyance for some people and I can understand that.” But customers seemed quite forgiving and gave the food high praise. Rob and Megan Wright brought their two-year-old son, Carter, to the event. “We live really close; we’re just two minutes away,” Rob said. “It’s really good. We were just going to get ribs, but the chicken looked amazing. The ribs are awesome. We don’t make ribs often, so this really is (a treat).” Tex and his crew will cook at ribfests in Orillia and Woodstock over the next two weeks.

have to bite the bullet for this year.’

the end of the day, whatever our charges are have to get passed on to the people playing the sport,” he said. “If they go up in January, we’ll have to bite the bullet for this year. We’re talking thousands of dollars for us. Newmarket ice rental fees for all groups are generally more expensive than most of the surrounding towns. In my mind, that would be a substantial increase for a parent.” The proposed rates are still up for debate and the town wants feedback from the community over the next few weeks, town recreation and culture director Colin Service said. “This fee increase is established thing by two or three cents,” he said. “We tend to wait on those and round up when the time is appropriate. There are certain fees we’ve identified where we know we’re already at the high end. We wanted to ensure those fees, where possible, could remain status quo until we are able to do a review.” The town is scheduled to undertake a comprehensive rate pricing analysis next year, Service said. In addition to the basic fee rates, the town also charges a Recommending A Strategy surcharge on most of its recreation services. The surcharge was developed

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Innovative projects demonstrate power of partnerships Dog park, story pod and innovation centre serve as good examples of private sector support

n municipal government, we are faced with a number of challenges. One of our most significant challenges here in Newmarket is: how do we continue to provide a high levels of service that have led to us be recognized as one of Canada’s best places to live, while also continue to be fiscally responsible and do our best to maintain affordable taxes? To keep this balance and keep Newmarket on the map, we know that we can’t do this alone. I am very proud of a number of recent innovative projects that demonstrate the power of partnerships. A few highlights include the Global Pet Foods Dog Park pre-

sented by Snap’d, the HollisWealth Story Pod and the CreateITNow innovation Centre at Southlake Regional Health Centre. The recently opened dog park and story pod are two prime examples of important gathering places in our community. It’s these types of initiatives that truly contribute to our always increasing quality of life. Both of these important spaces started with an idea that grew via community support and were made possible through private sector partnerships. We can look to these partnerships to see what is possible when we work together to make Newmarket even better. What these two

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Lions Park will go to the dogs next month. The annual New’bark’et, a unique festival for dogs, will take place at Lions Park, 424 D’Arcy St., Sept. 12 and 13. It features vendors and the Pooch Plunge. Admission for the Plunge is $5 and only dogs will be allowed in the pool. New’bark’et is sponsored by Global Pet Foods, 404 Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital

Urban Alley Street Art Festival returns Take a walk through the alley Sept. 27. The Urban Alley Street Art Festival will be held at Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan

Tony Van Bynen Newmarket Mayor unique spaces have in common is that they both bring our community together, continuing to make this a livable and lovable place to call home, both for us and our pets. Another integral partnership for

Newmarket is our collaboration with Southlake. As the town’s largest employer, Southlake has and will continue to be a strategic partner, which will help Newmarket build and create homegrown jobs and career opportunities. Recently the town partnered with Southlake, ventureLAB, Seneca College, York Region and York University on CreateIT Now at Southlake, a health care focused innovation centre. CreateIT Now brings privatesector organizations together with academic institutions and Southlake’s resources to drive new technologies. The health sciences sector is a key area of focus for economic development in New-

market. This provides the perfect venue for healthcare-focused innovators to get into North American markets. The next major medical invention or breakthrough could happen right here in our own backyard. These are just three snapshots of successful partnerships. There are countless more examples where we are working with our neighbours, our community and private sector partners to realize goals that we would not have been able to achieve on our own. Our commitment is that we will continue to seek out partners to move us forward and help recognize our vision of the Newmarket of tomorrow.

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NATALIE MACMASTER & DONNELL LEAHY: FAMILY, FIDDLES & BEING THE BEST YOU CAN BE by DUNCAN FLETCHER To take a step into the home of Canadian Celtic music duo Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy is to step into the heart of the music itself. Fiddles, piano, bag pipe chanters, drums and voice fill every room as the younger Leahy-MacMasters pick up the tools of their parents trade and begin to forge their own legacy. In fact they are well on their way. The younger clan – now numbering six, from 16 months to 9 years of age, are already a fixture in the rollicking, foot-stomping, step-dancing, down-home Ceilidhs that people have come to expect of Leahy-MacMaster shows. That seems to be a natural progression to anyone acquainted with the legacies of Leahy and MacMaster both of whom have music and family at the heart of what they do. But for MacMaster, the “natural talent” everyone seems to attribute to her and her family is not nature’s magic, but rather the result of old-fashion practice and dedication. With a laugh, she explains, “everyone says ‘oh they must come out playing.’ Well, no they don’t” she corrects, adding that a well-placed push is often in order. “You just shove a fiddle in their hand,” she begins. Once they gain some ability, “they extract their own enjoyment” that, in turn, motivates them to go further on their own – even in the face of a competing nature to go out and play instead. What does seems natural for the clan is the inclination to promote a collaborative environment that focuses on making the best music possible -- the kind of environment that both Leahy and MacMaster come from. Before they joined forces, both MacMaster and Leahy were already Celtic music royalty in their own right. MacMaster, the Cape Breton Girl – a prodigy of sorts herself, learned from and inspired by masters like her uncle, Cape Breton legend Buddy MacMaster and others. She began performing as a young girl in community centres across Nova Scotia, beginning her recorded career at 16. Embraced for her musical prowess, boundless energy and love of her home, she not only helped to bring the

“Cape Breton sound” to millions but also sought out and incorporated contemporary and international influences creating a sound and audience all her own. Appearances on high profile television shows like Good Morning America, Conan O’Brien and even Sesame Street only heightened her appeal.

“I’m a big fan of Natalie and she’s a big fan of mine” ~ Donnell Leahy Similarly Donnell Leahy, the elder sibling in the award-winning Leahy family, came to the realization early that he was meant to play. Having a fiddle put in his hand at the tender age of two by his fiddling parents, he says, “I knew right away. I wanted to be like my dad and play like my dad.” That meant being very good, and he was. He and his siblings brought their Ontario blend of traditional and contemporary fiddle music to international acclaim. With the Leahy trademark, thousand-notes-a-minute pace and Donnell’s technical mastery, they broke out big with their 1996 album, Leahy. Anchored by the incendiary Call of the Dance single and video, they wowed a whole generation of fans that had no idea they liked the fiddle. They went from filling halls on their own, to playing stadiums backing up Shania Twain for almost two years. Along the way, they continued to pick up influences that show in their music today. That natural, collaborative tendency is found in the couple’s long-awaited, new album, One – their first together. Released earlier this year, it encompasses styles from across the world, but always imbued with the Ontario and Cape Breton “accents” that each has become famous for. “Making this record is something people always expected,” relates Leahy. “We always expected it, but it was always delayed because it was never the priority.”

“I’m a big fan of Natalie and she’s a big fan of mine,” says Leahy. “So we’re also cheerleaders for each other. It’s a great environment, a great spirit to work in.” The delay also allowed some big name talent to get on board in the form of famed, Juno award-winning rock producer Bob Ezrin who is also a fan. Introduced by Scottish-Canadian country star Johnny Reid, Leahy relates that far from forcing his rock side on the project Ezrin turned out to be a true collaborator who “broadened” and “affected” the music but did not change it. Any rock influences, like the addition of some electric guitar in parts, Leahy says is his doing. He relates how Ezrin reacted. “He shook his head and started laughing and said ‘I love it, but they’re going to blame me for this.” Life doesn’t promise to become any less busy for the duo, who bring their multi-media show to the Flato Markham Theatre, where they will perform at the 30th Anniversary Season Gala on October 17 with special guest Heather Rankin. Their appearance also sets the stage for a number of other high profile Canadian and international performers that also include a few other Celtic inspired evenings including Leahy: The Next Generation – a performance by Donnell’s brother, Doug, and his talented family on December 19, as well as Canadian Irish music icons, the Irish Rovers on November 5 and Celtic Nights – a spectacular presentation of Irish music, dance and art from Ireland’s most talented performers, March 12. MacMaster and Leahy, will also receive one of the first Markham Performance Awards, an annual presentation to those who have contributed to the performing arts in that city. September 25 will also see them starring in Canada’s Walk of Fame celebrations headlining a Massey Hall show, which MacMaster describes as a career highlight, knowing that once again they have the opportunity to make great music and be the best they can be. If they can do that, concludes Leahy, “everything else will look after itself.” Naturally.

“But when it did happen,” adds MacMaster “it was a monumental big deal.”

Platinum Blonde on having fun and never growing up by DUNCAN FLETCHER For those who remember the 80s first hand, it’s hard to have memories that don’t include a soundtrack with Platinum Blonde hits. From the searing guitar intro of Doesn’t Really Matter on the hit-laden 1983 Standing in the Dark album, to the opening harmony of Crying Over You and the catchy Situation Critical from 1985’s Alien Shores, they were everywhere. The group’s edgy, new wave songs screamed from every contemporary radio station, their faces looked out from every record store’s front racks and their videos were high-rotation staples on Much Music and MTV. Juno nominations, sales records and other accolades followed. It was quite a ride for the young trio of singer-bassist Mark Holmes, guitarist Sergio Galli and drummer Chris Steffler, who rocketed out of the Toronto club scene to international prominence. The addition of a fourth member, Scottish ex-pat Kenny MacLean in 1985, did nothing to slow their rising star. Holmes credits MTV, Much Music and other video programs for much of their sudden fame, offering tongue-in-cheek, that “a whole generation of teenagers got to see us in tight trousers.” Mass media video allowed a larger, closer, more “intense connection with fans who could not only hear their songs, but experience their energy, flashy style and swagger. The success took the band by surprise, according to Holmes. After a tour with 80s stalwarts The Romantics, on which they found that more people each show were C

coming to hear them play rather than the headliner, they returned to Canada to find 30,000 fans filing in to see them at Nathan Philips Square. “The whole time (before the show) we were thinking, ‘they must think we’re someone else’ because we were so new,” he says. But they did know. The band ultimately went their separate ways in 1990. But with electronic superstars Crystal Castles backed by The Cure’s Robert Smith releasing a hugely popular version of Not in Love in 2010, a new generation of fans began to clamour for their unique sound. It wasn’t a surprise to Holmes, who also stays active as a club DJ. “What we do now really fits in well with the current electronic indie rock stuff,” notes Holmes.

That renewed demand, combined with a promise to Kenny MacLean the night before he passed away in 2008 to carry on the legacy, helped prompt the remaining members to reunite. But Holmes steadfastly refused to rely on past laurels, and was determined to bring new material to the table. While conceding they still play their hits in concert, he says, “I’m not into glorifying the past. It’s not where we’re at.” The newer material includes the 2012 release Now & Never that turned out to be a huge success with hits like Beautiful and Valentine becoming concert staples that are as embraced as fully as the old hits – especially by younger fans, who Holmes notes comprise the bulk of modern day Platinum Blonde concert attendees. Fans old and new can look forward to a new album coming this fall, tentatively titled, Symphony Orchestra, that Holmes promises will be a relevant expression of what Platinum Blonde was and is – a band that has always embraced creative energy, new sounds and technology. “Once you make the fatal mistake of growing up, your art is over,” says Holmes. “But we’re still doing relevant things and I’m still having fun.” Luckily, you don’t have to wait for the new album to get a sneak peek of the new material and hear the hits as Platinum Blonde rocks Flato Markham Theatre on September 25. Get tickets at the Theatre Box Office or at www.markhamtheatre.ca

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FIGHTING FOREIGN INVADERS Summer student aims to help contain or eliminate invasive species in watershed BY CHRIS TRABER

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osh Deline is a member of an elite hit squad. The tall 23-year-old has been in our midst all summer, quietly stalking and identifying targets for possible elimination. Because of the nature of his specialized line of work, he keeps to forested areas. Perhaps you’ve seen him if your home backs on to a ravine or woodlot. Maybe you passed him on a quiet nature trail. And, if by chance you chatted with the young man, hopefully you thanked him. Deline is a summer student member of the invading species awareness program hit squad. He is one of some 25 youth working across Ontario, spreading awareness about the impacts that invasive species are having on our environment, economy and society. Invasive species pose a growing threat to Ontario’s biodiversity and cause millions of dollars in damage annually, he explained. There are more than 440 invasive species in Ontario, the highest concentration in Canada. The Fleming College environmental

technician student was assigned to work as an invasive species community outreach liaison with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters. His coverage area includes northern York Region and Simcoe. Funded by the federal Canada summer jobs program, squad members monitor local lakes, waterways and forests, looking for zebra mussels, spiny water fleas, round gobies, giant hogweed, garlic mustard and other invaders. On Monday, Deline, a native of Dresden, Ont., was investigating a “hot spot” in the southeast sector of Aurora’s Sheppard’s Bush. Following a pastoral trail, he stopped at a bridge and pointed out a section already seized by five distinct invaders. To the untrained eye, the goutweed, garlic mustard, buckthorn, Himalayan balsam and periwinkle blends beautifully with the symphony of plant life under the canopy of mature trees. Don’t be fooled, Deline said. The invasive species look nice, but for indigenous vegetation and the creatures dependent on it, a wholesale encroachment can be disastrous. And, innocently enough, gardeners and folks whose flowerbeds are close to the moraine and protected areas, unwittingly contribute

to the invasive spread by purchasing and planting pariah species. If unchecked, invasive varieties can wreak major havoc due to their allelopathic properties, a biological phenomenon by which an organism produces one or more biochemicals that influence the growth, survival and reproduction of other organisms.

‘After habitat loss, invasive species are the second largest threat to biodiversity.’ “It means that invasive species can excrete certain chemicals from their root system that impedes native species from growing,” he said. “It changes the soil chemistry. “After habitat loss, invasive species are the second largest threat to biodiversity.” In addition to creating ground cover that prevents native plants from dropping seeds, invasive species negatively impact insects and animals. Creatures reliant on native plants will move on to greener pastures when invasive species kill off supply. Monarch butterflies, for example, lay their eggs on the friendly confines of the milkwood family of plants. If the invasive dog strangling vine is present, the butterflies will confuse it as a preferred nursery. Their caterpillars will be born, but won’t survive. During the course of his summer tenure, Deline has explored substantial York and Simcoe acreage. Equipped with a sophisticated GPS unit, he identifies the type and precise location of invasive species. The data is uploaded to create a detailed map allowing conservation experts to plot a

Above: Josh Deline, a member of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority invading species awareness program, holds an attractive but aggressive specimen, the Himalayan Balsam. Left: Deline shows garlic mustard seed pods ready to start a new generation. STAFF PHOTOS/MIKE BARRETT

containment or eradication strategy. He has pinpointed 10 contentious species in York Region. While we’re not under siege, “It is a concern,” he said If an offending colony of invasive plants has to be removed, the timing must be perfect since some species are noxious at various times of the season. “They can cause severe reactions,” Deline said, adding his only outdoor nemesis have been insects and the heat. What makes invasive species so good at survival is also what makes them so hard to control, he said. The most effective strategy against invasive species is to prevent them from ever being introduced and established, Deline said. He offered important basic tips. Learn about a plant before putting it in your garden, don’t throw bait fish back in the water, clean your boat before going to another lake and don’t move firewood. “Once introduced, invasive species can be next to impossible to eliminate,” he warned. “Sheppard’s Bush is Aurora’s lung,” he said. “It filters our air. It’s a special greenspace in an urban area that deserves our protection.”

To report a sighting of an invasive species or request information materials, call the invading species hotline at 1-800-563-7711 or visit invadingspecies.com, lsrca.on.ca or EDDMapS.org/Ontario.

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New distracted driving rules start Sept. 1 BY JEREMY GRIMALDI

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Staff Sgt. Dave Mitchell has seen plenty of distracted drivers in his day, but few worse than the motorist who was watching a movie on a DVD player underneath his car’s sun visor while he drove on Hwy. 7. He was recounting the tale Wednesday at Stouffville’s Community Safety Village as MPPs and police gathered together to announce the new distracted driving laws intended to curb this kind of behaviour. As part of the new Bill 31, which was introduced by the Liberal government and will come into effect Sept. 1, drivers can be fined $1,000 (up from $280) and receive three demerit points should they be caught by police. It’s intended to be so restrictive that motorists put down their phones and end what Staff Sgt. Mitchell called a distracted driving “epidemic” on our roads. Even York Regional Police Chief Eric Jolliffe said his daily commute involves countless interactions with other drivers, where he’ll toot his horn and motion for the drivers to put down their phones and focus on the road. He noted that in York Region, alone, there have been 4,100 tickets for distracted driving this year and 2,700 for careless driving. In 2012, Ontario saw 80 deaths resulting from distracted driving. “People are not getting the message and if it requires increased fines for people to think twice, then so be it,” he said. “Our ultimate mandate is to protect the community from harm, whether it be crime or road safety. It’s all equally important.” Brian Patterson, president of the Newmarket-based Ontario Safety League, said those who oppose the rules due to their harshness, remind him of those who yelled the loudest prior to the government introducing stunt racing rules in 2010. “People were angry at the rules that said if you’re 50 kilometres over the speed limit,

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we’ll take your car for a week,” he said, noting he heard many of them speak on talk radio. “But then we saw 350 fewer fatalities on our roads year over year. You can’t argue with that.” Patterson added that he also believes the legislation will bring the severity of the event in line the judicial consequences. “I was at an international event a few years ago and they couldn’t believe we (Ontario) didn’t have demerit points for distracted driving already,” he added. “After all, the consequences of distracted driving are crashes and fatalities.” Transportation Minister and Vaughan MPP Steven Del Duca congratulated lawmakers on passing the bill unanimously and said it was about time we recognized the risks inherent to distracted driving. He added he has two daughters, one eight and one four and he hopes they will be safer as a result. Del Duca further noted the rules are justified considering distracted driving is now as big a problem in this province as impaired driving. The law will also include other components, including “move over” legislation that forces drivers to give cyclists one metre worth of space where possible and asks that drivers change lanes or slow down when emergency vehicles and, now, tow trucks are working on the side of our roadways. Fines and demerit points will also be introduced for motorists that door cyclists. Finally, the law also stipulates school buses are the only vehicles allowed to be coloured a particular shade of yellow. The Community Safety Village was selected as the site of the conference because of its unique message of safety, which has witnessed more than 500,000 students learn about road and community safety. Chief Jolliffe said the site is privately funded and allows police to engage with children about safety in a safe and unique setting.

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Trudeau announces teacher tax credit in Newmarket BY CHRIS SIMON

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Justin Trudeau handed out a policy lesson plan in Newmarket Wednesday morning. The Liberal Party Leader unveiled a proposal for a teacher and early childhood educator school supply tax benefit, during a campaign stop at Spectrum Educational Supplies. If elected, the Liberals would allow the refundable benefit to be claimed by teachers and ECEs, regardless of income level, and would provide a maximum of $150 annually, on up to $1,000 in school supplies and educational material, he said. “As a teacher, sometimes you have outof-pocket expenses to enhance the activities in your classrooms,” Trudeau said. “Unfortunately, those expenses aren’t recognized by our federal tax system. Teachers, keep your receipts, because come next spring, when you’re filing your taxes under a Liberal government, you’ll get this benefit. “One of the greatest forms of public service is to teach our children and help them to become engaged, successful citizens.” He admitted teaching is a personal passion, but said the federal government should not get involved in collective bargaining negotiations between provinces, school boards and unions. Negotiations have been a hot-button issue in Ontario in recent months, as teachers’ unions had threatened job action in the lead-up to the school year. The Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association and public high school teachers have reached tentative settlements within the last week. However, education workers and public elementary teachers are still negotiating deals. “I am a Quebec politician very aware of provincial areas of jurisdiction,” Trudeau said. “The federal tax code is what we’re affecting with this announcement.” Newmarket-Aurora Conservative MP Lois Brown accused Trudeau of piggybacking on her party’s concept of tax benefits and credits, which have been implemented over the last few years.

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“(Teachers) ought to be fully compensated for what they spend,” she said. “We have made very generous transfers into the provinces, in order for them to do what they need to in education. What is the province doing with the money? “It’s interesting to watch Trudeau pick up on that tax credit issue but, frankly, he needs to tell us how he’s going to pay for these things. Canadians want us to keep balanced budgets.” Some local candidates, however, agree the tax break will benefit teachers. “It’s kind of neat he announced that,” Newmarket-Aurora Green Party candidate Vanessa Long said. “It’s a nice way to deal with teachers without actually stepping on the province’s toes.” New Democratic candidate Yvonne Kelly called the announcement “tinkering”, and suggested the problem with education funding lies much deeper. “Is the role of the federal government something more substantial, which is to be a leader on education, in terms of funding? This doesn’t address the bigger issues,” she said. “It’s a promise that won’t make a big difference to (teachers). “All provinces would be more than happy to have our federal government come in and take a leadership role on all kinds of things, especially if they’re willing to invest. It’s about working together in partnership; we have to look long-term.” Newmarket-Aurora Liberal candidate Kyle Peterson said Trudeau’s stop shows the riding is up for grabs. “Obviously, we’re thrilled Trudeau wanted to come here,” Peterson said. “Most of the teachers (in attendance) were very pleased with it. It’s something that will let them know a federal Liberal government will acknowledge their contributions to their community. “(Appearing here) shows his office thinks we have a shot and this riding’s in play. It’s nice to get that reinforcement from the leader.”

A mafia expert trying to better understand exactly what happened during the Moka murders has explained the anomalies in the case, how gambling might explain a lot and why, if he was a police investigator, he’d be working toward a deal with the accused. Antonio Nicaso, a Toronto author who has written extensively on the mob in Italy and Canada, said he has been perplexed by the killings since they took place in June, mostly because of its deviations from past mob hits. “If it’s, in fact, a hired hit, it’s very unclear,” he told yorkregion. com. “It’s difficult to understand the motive, the scenario of the murders.” His comments come two weeks after Jason Hay, 27, was charged with the murder of Maria Voci, 47, and Christopher De Simone, 24, and the attempted murder of Rocco Di Paola and a fourth man who police have not named. Nicaso said although he remains unsure if the incident is tied to gambling, he said people linked to the ‘Ndrangheta are buying up cafes, bars and social clubs in Vaughan in an attempt to corner the market on illegal gambling in York Region. “Gambling is a major issue now,” he said. “If this is one of those cases, I understand the attempt to scare or to do something against an owner who is against selling his bar. But when you see a guy enter and start shooting randomly, it just doesn’t make sense.” Nicaso said the only way for police to understand why he did what he did is to cut a deal with the suspect, trading jail time and protection for information about who, if anyone, is responsible for the hit. “Only this guy can make clear his actions and motives if he collaborates with police,” he added, noting this might be the only way to understand the motive. Nicaso also explained that while

the mob does usually hire hit men to carry out violence, similar to what Vaughan witnessed on that morning, they usually take on discreet, professional killers. “There’s a tradition of hiring people outside the organization,” Nicaso said, however he questioned whether the suspect, considering his background, fits this mould. “This guy seems to be very unprofessional. How can they hire someone like this? It’s really strange, he looked so disorganized.” He said some of the anomalies include the fact the main suspect just got out of prison after serving seven years for manslaughter, was well known to police and was allegedly still answering his cellphone after the murder. The suspect’s image was also captured on video footage only days before the murder. Nicaso also suggested the mafia is very conscious of bringing undo scrutiny to their activities, something shooting four people in the middle of a morning commute, near a busy intersection, would most certainly do. “You want to leave a message, but you don’t want to leave behind two dead and two injured,” he said. “I don’t know who hired this guy, but he proved himself unprofessional and not the person capable to carry out an assignment like this. Terrorists needs the media and attention. The mafia, however, wants to send messages, but remain under the radar.” Although police have acknowledged the crime was “targeted”, there’s no word on who was the intended target and or the motive for the shooting. The force has admitted illegal gambling was taking place at the Moka Cafe. In addition to Hay, police also charged Mississauga resident Tashari Bennett, 25, with accessory after the fact and breach of recognizance. York police did not reply to requests for comment.

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Man previously convicted of breaking and entering arrested again guys, they all interchange and mingle,” he said. “The medallions they wear represent their lifestyle. They get money. This is a lucrative business and they lead a lavish lifestyle. It signifies just how successful they are.” He also took a swipe at the courts, who he said give relatively low prison sentences to offenders. “These victims feel violated, while the courts see it as a property offence,” he said. “They don’t see the trauma it causes families. We need the support of the courts. Sometimes it takes us longer to investigate these crimes than these men are getting in sentences.” The men charged include 32-year-old Jordan Saccucci of Mississauga, 32-year-old Maurice Beckles of Brampton, 32-year-old Harun Murad of Mississauga and 24-year-old Jamaar Taylor are facing a total of 65 charges. Those include break and enter and possession of property by crime.

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It was only last year when York Regional Police arrested Maurice Beckles for breaking into homes in the region and stealing thousands worth of goods. He was convicted and spent about three months in jail. In April this year, police discovered another break and enter trend in Richmond Hill, Markham and Vaughan, where high-end homes were being targeted. After spending about three months investigating the situation, between April and July, police say they discovered Beckles was involved again. It was on July 21 when police moved in for another arrest after officers claim he and his alleged gang — GMC, Get Money Commission — were in Toronto pawning jewelry stolen from local homes.

‘The medallions they wear represent their lifestyle... This is a lucrative business and they lead a lavish lifestyle. It signifies just how successful they are.’ The way the alleged group worked was simple enough: they would knock on doors between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when most people were at work. If they received no response, they would pry or simply shoulder open the front door. Police said the men then went straight to the master bedroom, where they would plunder jewelry and even safes, which they would simply bring back to their base and break open. In all, about 38 homes were burgled, with many also happening in Toronto, south Simcoe, Mississauga and Brampton, where many of the accused live. Police believe the number of victims is much higher and are asking people to contact them to report the incidents and help find owners for the recovered goods. Car rental vehicles with stolen licence plates were used in the break-ins, with the thieves escaping via Hwy. 407 afterwards, investigators claimed. As soon as they were able, the

gold would be pawned, sometimes melted down so it couldn’t be identified, police added. Some of the gold may have also been melted down to make $60,000 medallions, emblazoned with GMC, which members of the alleged crew would wear around their necks. A loaded gun with four bullets in the chamber was also discovered during the raids, along with

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costume jewelry that police say the thieves were unable to melt down. The gun is being examined to see if it has been shot recently and where it might have come from. Det. Sgt. Don Cardwell, who headed up the investigation, said

the probe began after police spotted the burglars using brand new cars with stolen licence plates. After realizing they were likely rentals, he said it was down to “good old-fashioned” police work to nab the men. However he added that the battle against these alleged gangs continue. “There are about 20 of these

Det. Sgt. Don Cardwell (above) discusses some of the items retrieved from suspects in a burglary ring during a media conference.

PROTECT YOUR HOME Break and enters are often a crime of opportunity. The more difficult you make it for a thief to break into your home, the more likely it is that he will move along. Citizens are reminded to: • be certain to lock your doors and windows when leaving the house; • do not discuss the contents of your home with others; • be aware of suspicious people or vehicles in your neighbourhood and call police immediately if you’re concerned; • store valuables in a safety deposit box; • install dead-bolt locks on all exterior doors and self-tapping screws in the upper track of patio doors and windows; • consider installing a home security system and ensure everybody in the house knows how it works; • secure all basement and ground-level windows and patio doors. Use protective glass or window film where possible. Never leave accessible windows open, especially while sleeping; • when away for an extended period of time, give your home the lived-in look, with light-activating automatic timers and motion sensors. Have your newspapers picked up, lawn cut or snow removed; and • make a video or take photographs of all household valuables. Maintain a record of these possessions and include the make, model and serial number.

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Former Commonwealth boxing champion takes coaching gig in Aurora Donovan Boucher joins Fearless MMA team BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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Aurora boxing enthusiasts now have a chance to train with former champion Donovan Boucher. A professional boxer in the 1980s, ’90s and 2000s, Boucher won the Canadian and Commonwealth welterweight titles and was challenger for the World Boxing Association Inter-Continental welterweight, world welterweight and Canada light middleweight titles. With a total of 40 fights under his belt, 33 wins and 7 losses, the Jamaican-Canadian’s boxing record speaks for itself. Although he will get back in the ring at Fearless MMA in Aurora, he will assume the role of coach this time around. “It’s a way to give back what I have learned instead of take, take, taking from the sport,” he said. “Who knows? The next champion could be from Aurora.” Looking for an opportunity to stay in touch with the sport but stay close to his home in Aurora, Boucher had considered opening his own gym. But, instead, he jumped at the

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chance to join the team at Fearless MMA, on Connaught Avenue, when approached. “Fitness and boxing are my thing, so it seemed like the perfect fit,” he smiled. “The training will be intense but we will have a little bit of fun.” He is excited to coach youth that are interested in the sport since many seem to take up boxing and similar sports rather than general fitness routines to stay active. “Don’t be afraid of boxing, just jump right in,” he said, when asked what advice he would give a first-time student. “Don’t worry about fighting. You can get fit without being hit.” As the newest member of the training team, Boucher looks forward to working with all levels from recreational to competitive in groups and one-on-one. An Aurora resident for the past 13 years, Boucher admits he is a man who likes to be busy. He has coached with the Aurora Youth Soccer Club and continues to referee soccer games and professional boxing matches.

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2 education labour contracts down, 2 more to go ETFO, CUPE still haven’t reached deals with province BY LISA QUEEN

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Even though public high school and Catholic English elementary and secondary teachers have reached tentative settlements in the last week, David Clegg isn’t sure whether or not to be optimistic. Clegg is the York Region president of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario, which has yet to reach a deal with the provincial government. The next date for bargaining is Sept. 1. In the meantime, the union has announced it is ramping up its work-to-rule campaign. Although teachers will participate in extracurricular activities, they won’t take part in field trips, “meet the teacher” nights, collect money for school-related activities, participate in fundraising activities, email principals and vice-principals outside school hours unless there is a safety issue and collect or distribute school or board paperwork to students. Although the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation reached a tentative deal Aug. 20 and the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association came to a tentative settlement Tuesday, Clegg said the chances of public elementary teachers reaching an agreement remain up in the air. Without seeing the details of the tentative deals, it’s difficult to speculate if the public elementary teachers can reach their own agreement, he said. “Without knowing the specific details of the tentative deal with OSSTF, it is difficult to comment on how it may or may not improve ETFO chances of reaching a settlement,” Clegg said. “If it is a ‘net zero’ outcome as the government would have the public believe, the question needs to be answered what was given up to achieve a less than the rate of inflation wage increase. The prospect of a provincial benefit plan would not be good for ETFO members in York Region.” Clegg slammed the government for creating tensions with teachers’ unions that led to job action over the past several months, only to begin putting fires out on the eve of a new school year. “It does suggest that the Wynne Liberal government has changed its outlook on bargaining in the education sector and has chosen to muzzle OPSBA (the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association),” he said. “It appears clearer now that the failures of last spring fall at the feet of OPSBA and the Wynne Liberals for allowing OPSBA to make demands that provoked job action.”

Meanwhile, tensions remain high for the union representing 55,000 education workers, such as educational assistants, office administrators, custodians, early childhood educators, library technicians, speech pathologists and others, according to Elena Di Nardo, president of the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 2331 in York Region. “CUPE is nowhere close (to a deal). It (reaching tentative deals with teachers’ unions) doesn’t make any difference, I don’t think, because teachers are completely different and separate from CUPE members. We’re just hoping that now they have settled with some employee groups, they are going to dedicate more time to school support workers,” she said.

‘I know that the people who have been very worried about whether their kids were going to be in school will be very pleased.’ “The province does want this all (labour strife with teachers and education workers) off their plate. They want school to start in September with no disruptions, but it all depends on what happens at the bargaining table.” Although the union is in a legal strike position during the first week of school, bargaining has been scheduled for Sept. 20 and 21. Few details of the tentative deals with the unions representing the public high school teachers and the Catholic teachers are being made public until the settlements are ratified. “The details will be made public as the ratification rolls out,” Wynne said after the settlement with the high school teachers was reached. She will not say if taxpayers will be pleased. “I know that the people who have been very worried about whether their kids were going to be in school will be very pleased. I know teachers will be pleased because they’ll get to school,” she said. York Region District School Board is relieved public high school teachers have reached a deal at the provincial level and continues to bargain at the local level with employee groups, spokesperson Licinio Miguelo said. “We continue to have a good working relationship with all our employee groups,” he said.

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Newmarket Soccer Club offers new player development program Organization offers alternative to OPDL BY JOHN CUDMORE

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The Newmarket Soccer Club may have been knocked off its feet momentarily, but there is no reason to think it will stay down. Rejected in a bid for entry into the Ontario Player Development League, the club is offering an alternative to local players seeking to take their game to the next level. A newly created Player Development Showcase Team is expected to launch for the 2016 season, with under-13 girls and boys teams providing advanced training and top

showcase tournaments. The Newmarket club and Barrie Spirit put forth a proposal for an OPDL license starting in the 2016 season that was turned down a few weeks ago. The OPDL is an elite-level program starting at the under-13 age group and intended to funnel the top talent to provincial and national level programs. “We want to provide Newmarket players and families the opportunity to play at the highest level in Newmarket,” said NSC president Dave Hanson Tuesday. “We have already put a large number of kids in to OPDL teams in York Region. If kids can play at a high level of soccer, it is our job to prepare them. “If we can’t offer an OPDL oppor-

tunity within the club, we should try to provide an alternative. It’s not because we are pissed off at OPDL or think we are better, but if we don’t offer this, we’ll lose even more players.

‘We want to provide Newmarket players and families the opportunity to play at the highest level in Newmarket.’ “In the first year, we’re just trying to get some traction on it.” Four licenses were granted to programs to join the OPDL for the 2016 season. Eight of the existing 16

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programs are based in York Region. It is a crowded scene. The Newmarket-based showcase teams at the U-13 level will compete as usual in the York Region Soccer League but complement their offerings with upgraded training and by attending showcase tournaments in the United States. Additionally, the club has already forged a relationship with Canadian university coaches to participate in training sessions. “By bringing in these university coaches, we think it is demonstrating that we are trying to provide exposure for these players,” said Hanson. “We think we’re providing something that has merit. We don’t want to stand still.” The program is a shorter season

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than that of the OPDL and appeal to the needs of multi-sport athletes who may still be searching for a primary sport, he said. “We think under-12 is too young to decide on one main sport.” Hanson stressed the need to view the program as an alternative offering and not a direct competitor to the OPDL. “This is not a league,” he said. “It’s a team that will be showcased at top tournaments in Canada and the U.S. It’s not second tier, but an alternative to people who think their kids might be talented enough to get scholarships.”

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Senior Hawks sweep Brewers, advance to GTBL playoff tourney Dan Nicoletta’s run-scoring single broke a tie and triggered an eight-run sixth inning as the Newmarket Hawks routed the Bolton Brewers 12-2 in Greater Toronto Baseball League action Monday night at McKnight Field in Newmarket. Nicoletta, who also homered and singled, drove in three runs as the Hawks completed a sweep of the best-of-three series to advance to the league’s four-team playoff tournament starting Friday in Pickering. The teams were tied in the sixth inning when Nicoletta hit a bases-loaded single to put Newmarket into the lead. Lefthander Brad Crone checked the Bolton bats on one hit over seven innings, allowing two unearned runs. The Hawks will square off against the Leaside Leafs to open tournament action Friday night.

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Mitchell Bratt hit a two-out, walk-off single as the Newmarket Hawks edged the Quebec Gris 12-11 in the fifth-place game at the Baseball Canada peewee championship tournament in Repentigny, Que. Sunday afternoon. Quebec rallied from an 11-4 deficit to tie the game with seven runs in the sixth and

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seventh innings, but Brady Wagenhoffer led off the bottom of the seventh with a single for Newmarket. Two outs later, Bratt delivered the winning hit. The Hawks, who won the Baseball Ontario title earlier this month, finished with a 3-2 record for the tournament. The Hawks will square off against the Scarborough Stingers in second-round action at the 59th Lions-CNE Peewee Baseball Tournament Thursday. The Hawks received a first-round bye, while the Stingers defeated the Hamilton Cardinals 5-1.

Aurora Jays fall to Vaughan Vikings at CNE tournament Danny McKay smacked a pair of home runs, but the Aurora Jays fell 5-3 to the Vaughan Vikings in opening-round action Monday at the 59th Lions-CNE Peewee Baseball Tournament. The loss to the triple-A Vikings bounced the Jays out of the single-loss elimination tournament. — John Cudmore

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Tigers’ Joslin makes return to the scene of success By John Cudmore

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It’s not likely quite as easy as Mark Joslin makes it sound. When he says his goal is to not mess up a good thing, the new head coach of the Aurora Tigers is being slightly simplistic. A lot of hockey is to be played before any judgment is rendered on his body or work. Fact is, he understands that his predecessors have had something of a knack for producing successful hockey teams in recent years. For starters, he was part of one of the best stretches ever for a Tigers squad, serving as an assistant on the coaching staff of Jerome Dupont for three seasons, including a 2007 RBC Cup title. “I’ve seen how organizations run and some, obviously, are more professional than others,” said the 51-year-old life-long Richmond Hill resident who was head coach of the North York Rangers last season. “To me, it’s an honour to be with the Aurora Tigers. It’s definitely an elite organization and a nobrainer to come back to. Hopefully, I can help keep a winning tradition going.” The Tigers are well into the second week of training camp, including a brief pre-season schedule that includes a home-and-away series with the Orangeville Flyers. The teams met in Aurora Aug. 26 and are scheduled to face off Aug. 29 in Orangeville. In the Tigers’ run of success dating back to 2004, Joslin suggests Tigers teams have possessed at least one common factor: the ability to recognize it takes a convergence of factors, starting in the owners’ seats, to make things happen. Former NHLer Jim Thomson and his wife, Rita, took over majority control of the franchise recently. With two national championships since 2004 and solid teams the past two years, Joslin is confident his new bosses will have winning in mind. “I think over the years they’ve been proving it doesn’t matter who is running (the Tigers), but you have got to spend money,” said Joslin. “It’s hard to win without spending, having billets. You can compete, but you’re not going to take that extra step if you stay completely local. You have to be committed and it’s a great feeling to walk into the rink and know you have management behind you in that sense. “I know management is willing to do whatever it takes to win.” Joslin, who operates Joslin Elite Hockey Training, has also been the head coach in Pickering and Stouffville. Aurora, however, is located just a few min-

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Watch it fly The Aurora Jays’ Danny McKay watches his three-run home run clear the fence in left centre field during a game against the Vaughan Vikings. The game was part of a qualifying tournament in Aurora for the Baseball Ontario peewee AA championships. The qualifier featured teams from the York Simcoe Baseball Association. Aurora won the game 11-6 and, despite losing to Barrie in the tournament final, advanced to the provincial championships, which takes place Labour Day weekend.

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utes from his Richmond Hill home and an ideal fit in that sense. With nine returnees anticipated from last season’s regular-season championship squad that reached the conference final, it’s a good start. Moving into a successful environment is often met with raised eyebrows from returning players. Joslin is impressed by the reaction from veterans so far. “The vets have been great,” he said. “They’ve welcomed me with open arms. “It’s been a good camp with some good competition,” he said. “I think we’ll be good right from the start and then filling in pieces as we go along. That said, some key pieces will have to be replaced, not the least of which are forwards Cameron Morrison, who will play for the Youngstown Phantoms in the USHL after a stellar 31-goal rookie season, and club-leading scorer Johnny Curran, who has requested a trade to the British Columbia Junior Hockey League. “You’re not going to replace both of those guys, but maybe one,” Joslin said. Former Newmarket Hurricanes and York University assistant coach Peter McBride and David Mooney have been named assistant coaches.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Golf Course Maintenance Labourers â&#x20AC;˘ Spray Technician â&#x20AC;˘ Irrigation Technician

Forward resume to: Fax: 905-640-9481 info@ballantraegolfclub.com

Woodington Lake Golf Club NOW HIRING

SOUS CHEF, LINE COOK, FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVER and COURSE MAINTENANCE. Must be available until end of golf season. Send resume to:

annette@woodingtonlake.com LAWN MAINTENANCE / LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION Mastercut is a full service landscape maintenance company in York Region for over 25 years. We are look ing for motivated, energetic individuals with a clean record and your own transportation. Experience preferred but not necessary. Call Kevin at 905-727-7102 or email: mastercut@sympatico.ca MAINTENANCE WORKER 2 part time positions available. $18 - $21 per hour.

Experience is necessary in plumbing, locks, simple carpentry, basic electrical and drywall. General maintenance with OFC and all OBC knowledge.

Please send resume to:

charlesdarrowhiring@gmail.com

by Monday September 21, 2015.

SUMMIT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

FALL EMPLOYMENT Beacon Hall and the Golf Course Operations Team have positions available for greens staff. We are looking for youthful and athletic people willing to do physical labour. Great attitude is essential, and willing to learn. Employment will run from present to December 1 with potential for rehire in April. Beacon Hall has been consistently ranked in Canada's top ten golf courses since its inception in 1988.

Please email applications to: jeff.cardwell@beaconhall.com or call 905-841-9122 www.beaconhall.com ~MUST LOVE HORSES~ Duties include: â&#x20AC;˘ Exercising Four Azteca Horses â&#x20AC;˘ Turn In/ Out â&#x20AC;˘ Stable Cleaning Experience, patience and discipline are requirements for this position. 25- 30 hours/ week. Call 416-892-0924 Open Houses

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Ability to Concept Automated Systems Generate quotations based on Concepts Min 5 years machining and fabrication experience Min 5 years in automation experience Strong computer skills in Excel, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Design experience a definite asset Organizing the design packages and distributing them to the required divisions. â&#x20AC;˘ Monitoring scheduling, and tracking the manufactured and purchased items â&#x20AC;˘ Assist with trouble shooting during development â&#x20AC;˘ Interaction with customers and suppliers

Send Resumes to:dave@barriewelding.com or fax to: 705-726-1830

Parker Cleaners

Busy auto repair/tire shop requires an

PART TIME SALES CLERK

APPRENTICE/ TIRE INSTALLER

Great secondary income potential!!! Evenings & weekends. Competitive wages. Flexible hours. PAID TRAINING. Email your resume to: parkerscleaners@rogers.com

Call 905-252-5304 Fax 905-895-9096 Email: rayandsons@rogers.com

Full Time GENERAL LABOURERS & MUSHROOM PICKERS for Sharon Mushroom Farm. Apply in person between 10am-3pm 20744 Kennedy Rd., Sharon

CMM TECHNICIAN

requires individuals for the following:

Lube Technician

Estimator/Project Manager

Fall Serving & Kitchen Staff Needed Please apply if you have a minimum of 1 years' experience in a similar position. Must have full availability, which includes working evenings and weekends.

Please apply to Jaquelin Moir at jmoir@golfsummit.com JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY

Senior Bakery Maintenance Technician Exp. on flow wrapper/ pack.equip. Electrical/ pneumatic exp. Email: info@treasuremills.com

Barton Retirement Residence requires Part time PSW Fax resume to: 905-853-7406 Legals

Legals

Day opportunity available with Dortec Industries a division of Magna in Bradford. Candidate is accountable for the dimensional verification of all product and test fixtures. Must have 1-3 years automotive experience using PCDMIS. Submit resume to Franca.Desciscio@magna.com

Lawn maintenance company requires

Decks & Fence Company

LABOURERS

for remainder of season to start immediately. Must have own transportation to shop.

Job opportunity for Fence & Deck Installers. Must have experience, own tools & transportation. Call Serge (905) 8302233 kwikpost@live.com

Call Tom 905-726-8555

Proficient with SolidWorks. Experience with mobile equipment and hydraulics is an asset. F/T position with competitive salary/ benefits. Fax: 905-476-6744 or email: HR@kesmac.com

Casting bronze in foundry, hot environment. Forklift/WHMIS certificate an asset. Will train. $16/hr + health benefits. Aurora

Email to: info@kpbronze.com

Mechanical Assembler

Simpson Windows and Doors requires Window and Door Installers Experience with siding and eavestrough an asset. Minimum 5 years experience. Must have valid drivers licence and be able to work independently. Start immediately. Phone 905-853-2159, fax 905-830-1690, or email: info@simpsonwindowsanddoors.ca

Must posses a minimum of 2 years experience, applied knowledge and understanding of hydraulics. Prior experience with equipment assembly is an asset. Fax: 905-476-6744 or email: HR@kesmac.com

Mechanical Technologist

NICK & MIRA'S NO FRILLS Hiring

Proficient with SolidWorks and BOM Documentation is required. F/T position with competitive salary/ benefits. Fax: 905-476-6744 or email: HR@kesmac.com

Full Time Grocery Department Head Very competitive wages. Must have minimum 2-3 years experience.

Fax/email resume to: 905-773-6011 mon00746@loblaw.ca or apply in person: 13071 Yonge St., Yonge & King Road in Oak Ridges

Accounting/ Administrator

EXPERIENCED STYLIST

For busy office, must be highly organized and experienced with quickbooks.

Required for Full or Part-Time position Apply in person with resume at: Antonio's Salon & Spa 18025 Yonge Street Unit #2 Newmarket

Email resume to: info@treasuremills.com

Requires

requires

FULL TIME GARDENER

â&#x20AC;˘Parts Person Some experience required. Email Resume to:

with winter opportunity. Minimum 2 yrs. experience and clean driver's abstract. Email: dgs@diamondgrounds.com or fax to: (905)727-1776

abarker@aurorahyundai.ca or Fax: 905-841-8066

LOCAL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Brydon Gilpin Grant, late of Newmarket, Ontario who died on or about the 12th day of December, 2013, must be filed with the undersigned on or before the 23rd day of September, 2015, after which date the estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims of which the Estate Executor then shall have notice. DATED at Newmarket, this 23rd day of August, 2015. Rebecca Grant, PO Box 21508 Upper Canada Mall, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8J1

Alta Nissan Richmond Hill is looking for NEW AND USED CAR SALES PROFESSIONALS

Who are: â&#x20AC;˘ Energetic â&#x20AC;˘ Have a positive attitude with an appreciation for the significance of customer satisfaction â&#x20AC;˘ Looking to increase revenue through customer service & referrals year after year â&#x20AC;˘ Self motivated and organized â&#x20AC;˘ Professional appearance and demeanor â&#x20AC;˘ Experienced with valid OMVIC license. Second language an asset. Please send resumes to: ronnie@altanissan.com or call 905-780-7771 on or before September 8th, 2015.

AURORA TOYOTA is seeking

LUBE TECHNICIAN CAR DETAILER

Experience preferred. Willing to train the right individual.

Email resume to: service@auroratoyota.ca

RECE and Assistant Teachers for Before and After School positions required for Newmarket area centres. Strong programming, leadership, and communication skills required. Commitment to working in a child care setting. Recent police screening and up-to-date immunizations required. Please submit your resume to Sari Connell Manager, Staffing and Employee Relations By email: hr@uppercanadachildcare.com By fax: 289.982.1116 Thank you for your interest, only applicants who may be interviewed will be contacted. Upper Canada Child Care is a non-profit, government licensed organization operating centres in communities throughout Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County.

Love Working With Children?

RECEs

required for local school aged child care P/T Split shifts, Mon- Fri. Must be available for Sept. 8

Please email resume to: amongfriendsdaycarecentres @hotmail.com

BRADFORD ACADEMY OF MUSIC We are growing again!

Instructors wanted full and part-time Piano-Voice-Drums-Violin-Guitarwoodwind & Brass

Send resume to: sale@bradfordacademyofmusic.com or call 905-775-6603 LICENCED ELECTRICIAN â&#x20AC;˘ Current Construction/ Maintenance Electrician licence â&#x20AC;˘ Registered with Ontario College of Trades â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent communication skills, able to work independently, meet deadlines, manage tasks efficiently. Active drivers licence, drivers abstract a must. DZ licence an asset. Email: Electrical_resume@hotmail.com

FIRE ALARM TECHNICIAN

Required for busy ser vice company in Newmarket. CFAA Registered. Self -motivated, positive, team player with min 3 years experience. Thorough knowledge of applicable codes and standards. Valid Drivers Licence with clean abstract. Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications. Benefits available after probation period. Email: dlfire@rogers.com or Fax (905)898-2901

Legals

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of Isabel Penrose of the town of Newmarket, in the County of York Region, deceased, who died on or about the 29th day of January, 2015, must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before the 30th day of October, 2015; thereafter the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at Innisfil this 17th day of August, 2015. By: Matthew Penrose, Executor Address: 1915 Swan Street Innisfil, Ontario L9S 0B3

Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Please inquire with Joanna @ 905-640-8118 or vanginkel76@icloud.com

Auctions & Sales

OPEN HOUSE 12 MASTERS LANE WASAGA BEACH, L9Z 1S9 Saturday August 29th â&#x20AC;˘ 1 to 4 pm Desirable Marlwood Golf Course community. Beautiful, immaculate, raised bungalow, 2+2 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, new top of line appliances, walk-in closet, ensuite, double car garage. Just move in! (Furniture is optional). Lots of extras, priced to sell! 705-429-7816 Everyone welcome.

Contact: Mike Jackson Asst. Superintendent Fax: 905-477-8869 or email: mjackson@yorkdowns.com

for busy British style pub Immediately. Must be willing to be flexible with hours, willing to work weekends and /or special events.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Legals

Required for FALL work, to start ASAP competitive wages, no experience needed. Students welcome for weekends.

Coach House Pub Ballantrae looking for experienced LINE / PREP COOKS

Has full time seasonal labour positions, 2-3 months. GTA area. Must provide own transportation. Submit resume to: dave@kcm-cg.com

Email resume lmcintyre@liveddm.com

York Downs Golf & Country Club

Well established family owned & operated company seeking

Diamond Groundskeeping

required for Busy practice. Digital imaging, various office duties, paperless experience an asset. Ortho experience also an asset.

Golf Course Maintenance Staff

Mechanical Engineer

FOUNDRY LABOUR

Full time DENTAL ASSISTANT

HELP WANTED

Auctions & Sales

DOUBLE DAY AUCTION SALE

Wed., Sept. 2 & Thur., Sept. 3 @ 6:30pm

POLLARDS AUCTION BARN

2 ÎŠ mi. E. of Keswick, 24190 Kennedy Rd. 15 mi. N. of Newmarket, off Woodbine Ave. (Watch for signs) Complete line of Household furniture, Antiques pcs., collectables &tools.

Check the web site for more updates & photos, go to www.pollardsauctions.com Terms: Cash, Cheque, Visa, MC, Interac 10% Buyers Premium POLLARDS AUCTIONS & APPRAISAL SERVICES

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YORK REGION HOME HUNTERS Free List of Distressed, Unclaimed, Abandoned, & Fixer-Upper Homes All need cosmetic work only

$294K - $501K

FREE List with pics, addresses, & details Register at:

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DECKS, PERGOLAS, Sheds, Pool Sheds, Staining, Tree Removal. 30 years experience. 416-522-8034

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PREMIER RENTAL ADDRESS Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

Located on one acre of beautiful parkland. Courtyard. Well maintained buildings. Great community atmosphere. Close to restaurants, schools and parks.

One bedrooms from $1,200 Two bedrooms from $1,300 75 Huron Heights Drive 289-274-6211 www.caprent.com

AURORAD o w n t o w n Yo n g e S t . 1 b e d r o o m . Upper bright with heat. Appliances. N o s m o k i n g. N o p e t s. N o p a r k i n g. Immediate. $1050+ hydro. Call Ron 416-605-7457

BRADFORD- 3 bedroom main floor a p a r t m e n t . L a u n d r y, g a r a g e . N o smoking/ pets. Available October 2. First/ last. $1400+ utilities. 905-251-0474 Main St., Newmarket 3 bedroom, 1 computer room. Large livingroom, kitchen and bathroom. $1200+ utilities. August 1st. For information call after 6pm 905-939-7110

Apartments for Rent

NEWMARKET 2 bedroom apartment. First & last. No pets. Suits clean and quiet professional couple. Please call after 5pm 416-740-4695

AURORA- 90 Temperance St. 1 bedroom apartment available immediately. Clean, quiet building, near amenities. $1150 inclusive. No smoking/dogs. Oct/Nov. 1. 647-321-5930

90 GURNETT Street. Renovated 1 & 2 bedroom available from $1250-$1450 and up. Close to transit, GO, shopping, restaurants. Miles of hiking trails within 5 minute walking distance. 905-727-5361 or 905-862-8387. shawn.90gurnett@gmail.com

AURORA Yonge/ Wellington Large 2 bedroom, ensuite laundry. Secure building. Parking. Appliances. Non-smoking/ pets. Sept-Oct. $1275+. 905-780-0057

NEWMARKET- LARGE 2 bedroom walkout basement, living/ diningroom, appliances, laundry, parking. Backyard. $1200+. (416)721-6001

HOLLAND LANDING- 1 bedroom apartment. No smoking, no pets. Separate entrance. Laundry available. $780+ 1/2 hydro. Suits one. Immediately. (905)478-4124

NEWMARKET - LARGE 4 bedroom upper, livingroom, diningroom, 3 bathrooms, laundry room, garage parking, $1800+ 416-721-6001

NEWMARKET. Excellent 2+ bedroom basement, 1 bathroom. Utilities, 1 parking space included. Separate laundry. 1 year lease. No smoking/ pets. $1100. 905-853-7535

AURORA- EXECUTIVE professionally renovated, bright 1 bedroom basement, private entrance, laundry, parking, suits single, non-smoking/pets. $850 all inclusive. Immediate. 1st/last/references. 905-841-3359

NEWMARKET- Hospital/ Leslie. 3 bedroom duplex, main floor, upgraded. NO PETS. Large yard. Parking. Close to schools. Immediate. $1450+ hydro. 752 Greenfield Cres., Newmarket. 1-403-282-8800

BRADFORD- 1 bedroom, $950 and up. In building. No pets. Hydro included. $35 parking. 647-321-5931

NEWMARKET -ONE bedroom walkout, close to Upper Canada Mall, separate entrance, parking, fridge, stove. No smoking/pets. $990 inclusive. Available September 1st. 905-235-6852 between 12pm-8pm.

BRADFORD- MAIN floor large 1 bedroom apartment. Close to shopping and transportation. $900 inclusive. Available October 1st. 905-775-7179

AURORA- 1 bedroom, furnished. Suits single professional/ student. No smoking. No pets. $950. Available September 1. 416-564-4330

APARTMENT FOR Rent3 bedroom upper. Newly renovated. Separate entrance. Yard and parking. Walk to GO Station. No pets/ smoking. $1600 available immediately. 905-727-8046 ext 22

KESWICK LAKEFRONT Two 1 bedroom apartments available $850 inclusive and $800+. Cable. Parking. 1st/security. No pets. 905-989-2469

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KESWICK- WATERFRONT, 2 bedroom, appliances, gas fireplace, parking, $1,100+ utilities, non-smoking/ pets. Oct. 1st. First/ last. (905)476-4137 NEWMARKET- BEAUTIFUL 3 bedroom houses (2 available), $1277.00 VIP cable included (First 2 months of cable are free $1235.00),

utilities not included H.O.P.E. Co-op, family-oriented community, steps to amenities. NO SUBSIDY AVAILABLE. Visit www.hopecoop.ca for further info/to download application. Please ensure all required documentation is provided with application. Viewings arranged for pre-qualified applicants only. Move-in incentive for new move-ins! Info: 905-853-0049. BRADFORD Upstairs 3 bedrooms, 2 parking + garage, new paint, fridge, stove, AC, laundry, NON-SMOKING/PETS. $1450 inclusive. Available Oct. 1st. 905-775-8972.

NEWMARKET Brand new 2 bedroom lower level, fridge, stove, laundry hook-up, September 1st. $1150+. 905-717-2977 AURORA HEIGHTS/ Bathurst 3 bedroom bungalow, main floor, a/c, laundry, fenced yard, small deck. $1300 +60% utilities. No pets/smoking. Available late August/ Sept. 1st. 416-414-1943

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Brother Coleton, Mom Michelle (nĂŠe Dusang) and Dad Christian are very proud to welcome our son Lincoln Deane Westley Cooke to our family. Just in time to lead the charge on the Leafs rebuild, our missing 'Linc' arrived Thursday, June 18, 2015 at 10:33am weighing 9lbs 8oz. We love you 'Babe' Lincoln!

It's a Girl! ZEPP- Rob and Melissa (Gore) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their precious daughter ZoĂŤ Violet born on June 23, 2015 at 10:51am weighing 7lb 15oz. ZoĂŤ is welcomed with love by her proud big brother and sister Gavin and Madelyn. A special thanks to Midwifery Traditions in PA and the Midwives of York Region.

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Gordon & Ruth Fenn August 26, 2015

Congratulations on achieving

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Condos for Rent

NEWMARKET- 2 bedroom central Newmarket high rise condo. $1400. Tony Mendes 905-715-4951 Rooms for Rent and Wanted

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ROOM FOR rent, shared townhouse in Newmarket. $650 inclusive. Non-smoking/ pets. First/ last. Available September 1. 905-252-1225 MT. ALBERT- Furnished or unfurnished rooms for rent. Private bathroom, wifi, laundry. 15 mins to Newmarket. Bus at door. Parking. $400 & $550 inclusive (satellite extra). 647-701-3209 Cottages for Rent

Cottages for Rent

LAKEFRONT 3 BEDROOM PET FRIENDLY COTTAGE (sleeps 6) available for weekly or weekend rental from Sept. 7th through the end of Oct. at reduced Fall rates. Situated in Haliburton Highlands, with 4 piece bath, living/dining area, well equipped kitchen and attached screened-in Muskoka room. Well looked after grassy grounds on a gentle slope down to a 400 sq ft dock on a very peaceful NO MOTOR lake. Great swimming, fishing, with 1 canoe, 3 kayaks, a peddalo, life vests, firepit and games. Available now from Sept. 7th through Oct. at Fall rates. Please call Patrick 416-564-4511 or email patrick@nemms.ca for rates and full photos.

AURORA (Leslie/ St. John's Sdrd) Brand new 2 storey 4 bedroom house, double garage. Available September 15th. $2000 +utilities. 905-726-5965

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Music and Dancing Instruction

PIANO LESSONS- Newmarket. Half hour private lessons from ages 7 to adults. Call Gloria 905-967-3274 or gloriagriffin43@hotmail.com Child Care Available

Child Care Available

AURORA HOME Daycare has openings. Close to GO station. Excellent references available. Call for details 905-841-4116 or email: colorfulplayworld@gmail.com HOLLAND LANDING, Park Avenue school area. Large fenced yard, safe, reliable, experienced and references. Wendy 905-836-1355.

Domestic Help Available

PORTUGUESE CLEANING lady available, good prices and references. 647-922-6409.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of our much-loved mother, grandmother, and sister in Toronto on August 23, 2015 at the age of 85 years. Daughter of the late Frank and Lydia "Teddy" Caulfield, June was predeceased by her beloved husband, Bob, and dear son-in-law, Bryan Cameron. June leaves behind her daughters, Jill (Gary), Colleen (Gary), and Tracy; grandsons, Matthew, Christopher (Heather), and Nicholas; great-granddaughter, Emmelyn; sister, Carol Dougans (Rob), brother-in-law Jerry Chalmers, nieces and nephews; and special friends, Naz Khan and George Carpenter. During the 1970s, June gained a reputation as a skilled competitive curler on the southern Ontario circuit. A lively and intensely creative spirit, she sustained her deep love of family, special bond with animals, passion for music and writing, and sense of humour well into her final days. A reception to celebrate June's life will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank Dr. Carol Deitcher and the compassionate staff at Kipling Acres for helping June make the most of her days in their care. In lieu of flowers, we request that donations be made to the Toronto Humane Society. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca. "That's when I'll miss you, during winter's chill. That's when I'll miss you, and I always will. And when the air is cold and brisk, and the snowflakes start to fall, That's when I'll miss you. Miss you most of all." ÂŠ 1984 June Mainprize

SANDERS, Evelyn Peacefully passed away with family at her side at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Sunday, August 23, 2015. Evelyn Sanders of Mt. Albert and formerly of Newmarket in her 80th year. Beloved wife of the late Jim Sanders for 61 years. Loving mom of Jim (Barb) Sanders, Gail (Ivan) P e t r u s h e v s k y a n d Te r e s a ( To m ) Lemperg. Proud grandma of Rebekah (James), Daniel, Lydia (Josh); Tammy (Jeff), Lindsey (Rob); Emily (Mike); Kyle, Josh and Zach. Dear great grandma of Gwenna, Gareth, Darrin, Liam, Aaron, Ryan, Ashley, Brooklyn a n d Ti t u s . F r i e n d s m a y c a l l a t SKWARCHUK FUNERAL HOME, 30 Simcoe Rd., Bradford for visitation on Thursday, August 27, 2015 from 12 noon until the time of a funeral service held in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Interment S i x t h L i n e C e m e t e r y, I n n i s f i l . I n Evelyn's memory, donations may be made to Southlake Regional Health Centre.

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R e s t i n g a t t h e F o r r e s t & Ta y l o r Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton, from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 p.m. today, Thursday. Funeral Service in casual dress in the Egypt Church of the Nazarene, 6779 Smith Blvd., P e f f e r l a w, F r i d a y a t 2 : 0 0 p . m . Visitation in the church from 12:00 noon. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com

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HOPKINS, Leonard Russell Peacefully at his home in Sutton, with h i s f a m i l y b y h i s s i d e o n M o n d a y, August 24, 2015 at the age of 91 years. Len Hopkins, beloved husband for 66 years to Mary (nee McLeod). Dear father to Don Hopkins and his w i f e J o A n n e o f We s t P o r t . L o v i n g grandfather of Jamie Leigh, Adam, and Jesse and his wife Ashley. Great G r a n d f a t h e r o f C o l e a n d C a r t e r. Survived by his brother Norman Hopkins and his wife Mary, his sister in law Ellen Rowley and her husband Norman and sister in law Edith MacLeod. Lovingly remembered by his extended family and many friends. Predeceased by his siblings, Albert Hopkins, Pearl Coulter, Margaret Weir, and Ray Hopkins. Visitation was at the Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton, from 2 -4 & 7 -9 p . m . We d n e s d a y, A u g u s t 2 6 , 2 0 1 5 . Funeral Service in Knox United Church, 34 Market Street, Sutton, today, Thursday, August 27 at 11:00 a.m. Interment, Pine Hills Cemetery, To r o n t o , a t 2 : 0 0 p . m . M e m o r i a l donations to your local food bank would be appreciated by the family. Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com

Danny Sweet of Egypt, Ontario, beloved husband of Geraldine (nee Sutton). Dear father of James Sweet and his wife Brandy of Queensville, and Jerry Sweet and his wife Michelle of Napanee. Predeceased by his infant daughter Jennifer. Loving Papa o f R o c h e l l e , C a s s i d y, R i l e y a n d Damien. Lovingly remembered by the families of his brothers and sisters and his many friends.

WILLER, Ian Randy June 26th, 1968 - August 20th, 2015 Randy died unexpectedly in Jamaica on August 20, 2015 with his wife at his side. He is survived by his beloved wife Lucy and adored daughters Abigail and Emily; his parents Jerry (Marianne) and Linda; his sisters Stacy Kruger (Marshall Miles) and Vicki Willer (Jon Scattoloni); motherin-law Sybil Hartley; sisters-in-law Elizabeth Hartley (Alan Schwartz), Judith Speed (David), and Angela Zarowny (Don), as well as many nieces and nephews. Our special thanks to Dr. Marc de P e r r o t a n d h i s t e a m a t To r o n t o General Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Randy's name to the CTEPH Program with Dr. de Perrot through the Toronto General & To r o n t o W e s t e r n H o s p i t a l Foundation (416 340 3935). A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, August 30, 2015 at Le Parc, 8432 Leslie St. (Ballroom #2) at Highway 7 at 2:00 p.m.

BROADBENT, Emma (Cox) Peacefully, on August 17th, in the Pleasant Manor Nursing Home. In her 100th year. Mother of Bob, Garry, Brooke. Loved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Preceded by husband Russell a n d s i b l i n g s K e n n e t h , To m , Wa l t e r, G r a c e a n d J e a n . Survived by sisters Doris, Elsie and Betty. Honoured in her life for making many contributions to the Southlake Regional Health Centre. Donations to the hospital in Emma's honour would be appreciated by her family.

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Born June 24, 1950, Napanee (Kingston) Ontario and passed away on August 25, 2015 at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket Ontario, after a short battle with cancer. Will be sorely missed by his adoring wife Delina. Brother of Jim McFarlane (Ruth), Gord McFarlane (Anne), John M c F a r l a n e , M a r j o r i e P e r r y ( Ly a l l Rankin), Roger Perry (Regina), Randy P e r r y ( Ly n n ) a n d F r a n k P e r r y (Marijane). Predeceased by his father Robert, mother Eleanor and stepmother Delma. Will be greatly missed by family and friends. Friends may call at the Thompson Funeral Home, 530 Industrial Parkway South, (at Yonge St.) Aurora, on Friday August 28, 2015 from 6 - 8 p.m. and on Saturday August 29, 2015 from 12 - 1 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. on Saturday August 29, 2015. Interment Aurora Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Southlake Regional Health Centre or Stronach Cancer Centre would be greatly appreciated. www.thompsonfh-aurora.com

THOMPSON, June Elizabeth On Monday August 24, 2015 at Southlake Regional Health Center in her 71st year. June, beloved sister of Ivan, Vera, Don and all their families. Predeceased by her siblings, Betty and Roy. Friends may call at the Thompson Funeral Home, 530 Industrial Parkway South (At Yonge Street ) Aurora, on Sunday august 30, 2015 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel on Monday August 31, 2015 at 1 p.m. Interment Aurora Cemetery. In Memory of June donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. www.thompsonfh-aurora.com

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Passed away suddenly at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Saturday, August 22nd, 2015 in her 63rd year. Survived by her beloved husband Cang, daughters Thuy (Brian) and Lisa (Derrick) and son Jeff (Ruth). Sadly missed by her grandchildren Hayden & Kiera. Bo will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her many relatives overseas and friends. Visitation will take place at TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME-NEWMARKET CHAPEL, 524 Davis Drive, 905-898-2100 on Friday, August 28th, 2015 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. A Chapel Service will be held on Saturday, August 29th, 2015 at 11:00a.m. followed by interment at Newmarket Cemetery. Online condolences may be placed at taylorfh.ca

Passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, on Tuesday August 25th, 2015, in her 80th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Branko (49 years). Beloved mother of Tony and Elizabeth (Reno Pipia). Predeceased by her daughter, Slavica and son, Zvonko. Proud Grandmother/Oma of S erena (William), Danielle (Joshua), Jeffrey (fiancĂŠ Natasha) and Nikki. Great-grandmother of Carly, Aiden and Olivia. Survived by sisters Rosa, Elizabeth and Rita. Special thanks to the caring staff at Newmarket Health Centre and Southlake Regional Health Centre. Friends may call at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. S., Newmarket on Friday, August 28th from 7:00-8:00 p.m. & Saturday August 29th at 10:00 am-11:00 am. Funeral services to take place in the chapel on Saturday, August 29th at 11:00 am. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences at www.roadhouseandrose.com

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11 November 1932 - 19 August 2015

Peacefully, at home on Wednesday, August 19, 2015, at the age of 82. John was the beloved husband of Joan (nee Tidman), who predeceased him in 1977. Predeceased by his sisters Marilyn Watson (Albert) and Doreen Winch (Earl), and by his niece Deanna Watson. Fondly remembered by his niece Susan Winch (Tom Brien), his two nephews David and Daniel Watson (Dianne), and sister-in-law Dorothy Tidman (Gerry) and family. Son of the late Lloyd and Hazel Prosser. John was born in Oshawa, Ontario. He lived on his farm in Queensville, Ontario where he built his house in the 1950s. He always enjoyed fishing and hunting with his many friends. A graveside service was held on M o n d a y, A u g u s t 2 4 , 2 0 1 5 a t Queensville Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket. Online condolences at www.roadhouseandrose.com

Suddenly and very sadly Michael Tinney passed away at the age of 25. Michael, beloved son of Barb (Darrell), Glen (Liz), his grandfather Gord Sward, his amazing sisters Natalie (Mike), Chantell (Jayden) and uncle to baby Sadie. Missed dearly by his step sisters and brothers and his best friends Erik and Ainsley. Lovingly remembered by his aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. In Michael's memory donations to CAMH or the SPCA would be appreciated by his family.

GREENWOOD, James Edward Peacefully passed away at Bradford Valley Care Community on Tuesday, August 18, 2015. Formerly of Holland Landing at 83 years of age. Father of William, James and late Phyllis. James Edward will also be fondly remembered by his siblings and their families. At his request, cremation has taken place and private family arrangements will be held. Arrangements entrusted to Skwarchuk Funeral Home, Bradford.

LONG, John

Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 82 years of age. Loving husband of Shirley. Beloved father of Linda (Paul), Peter (Colleen) and Nancy (Dave). Proud grandfather of Justin, Kyle, Jesse, Cody, Callie, Jason, Hayden and great grandfather of Cayla. A memorial service was held at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket on Wednesday August 26th at 2 p.m. Donations to Alzheimer Society of York Region, Kidney Foundation or Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com

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How times have changed behind junior hockey benches

nce upon a time, on-ice performance counted toward job security in the junior hockey coaching ranks. Winning was good. Losing cost

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starting lineup. The fact he iced what was, in his mind, the best team, once the primary concern for any owner worth his salt, proved his downfall. It should be interesting keeping an eye on the proceedings in Newmarket, where junior rookie head coach Brett Punchard takes over, presumably, with strings attached to owners’ hands. Before Perrin’s return, Justin Peca clashed with a previous owner over the same issue. Ironically, Peca was gassed after taking the Hurricanes to the OJHL final before losing in seven games with a squad that vastly overachieved through its playoff run. You have to wonder how a coach might prepare his resume these days for a job interview – if, in fact, such an exercise even exists anymore. It seems coaches are more likely to be hired because of who they know and what they are willing to do to appease owners. It’s simply a new era to which old-time hockey fans will have to get accustomed.

Most assuredly, it was a great adventure for the Newmarket Hawks at the Baseball Canada peewee championships in Repentigny, Que. A fifth-place finish, capped by a walk-off win over Quebec 2 Sunday, sent the squad of 12and 13-year-olds home on a happy note, even if a medal did exceed their reach. The current Hawks are only the second Newmarket Baseball Association team to compete at nationals, and the first since another peewee Hawks team turned the trick in 2005. So, yes, the on-field action will likely be remembered for some time, but the overall experience is sure to resonate even longer.

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On summer Sunday evenings, the Aurora Car Club features style, elegance and charming variety. There are also plenty of classic cars. The discussion, really, centres on the classy lady owners of classic autos. Tottenham’s Brenda Passer admittedly was always a tomboy, growing up with brothers who all had older cars. “Cars have always appealed to me,” she said. “Growing up I always enjoyed the challenge of trying to get a motor running and then taking it for a spin.” Her love for wheels grew. Today she has a collection of nine archetypal automobiles. Among her stable is a ’55 Thunderbird, a pair of ’57 Buicks, a Pontiac of the same vintage, a ’56 Ford Big Window pickup and a ’64 Impala. On this particular weekend at Canadian Tire at Yonge and Edward Streets, Brenda proudly displays her ’58 Pontiac Tri-Power convertible, a 57-year old beauty with more sleek curves than Mosport Raceway. She bought the rare four-speed Pontiac with its 348 cubic inch V8 engine in 2005. The lovingly restored machine was among the last to come off the Oshawa, Ont. assembly line, she said. It won first prize and $10,000 at the Cruise Nationals in Toronto a decade ago. Kim Millsop and her ’56 Chevrolet pickup are inseparable. The Bradford resident, along with husband Steve Gillies, also own a ’67

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Aurora Car Club members, from left, Brenda Passer, Kim Millsop and Betsy Kitching, admire Brenda’s 1958 Pontiac Tri-Power convertible. Combined, the trio of vintage car enthusiasts own more than a dozen classic rides.

Chevelle and a ’31 Model A Ford hot rod. The pickup is a magnet for approving stares Kim said. “It’s a head turner,” she said. “More so when people see a woman behind the wheel. Most don’t expect a female to be driving a truck.” The heritage class pickup is pampered, driven expressly to car shows, on cruise nights throughout York Region and on leisurely

Sunday jaunts, she said. Purchased in restored states, Steve maintains the cars. “They’re nostalgic,” he said. “I had cars long before I had a license.” Kim, long bitten by the vintage vehicle bug, always enjoyed attending shows in Steve’s cars. “I finally decided I’d like to own one,” she said. Betsy Kitching from Sharon,

From left, Brenda Passer, Kim Millsop and Betsy Kitching are among a growing demographic of female classic car owners. Here, they admire Brenda’s 1958 Pontiac Tri-Power convertible at a recent Aurora Car Club gathering.

Ont., sold Kim her ’56 Chevrolet pickup. She figures she and husband Grant could be busy with carfocused activities every day. Owner of several historic cars, including, since 2008, a ’67 Chevelle Super Sport convertible, she said older cars are a joy to drive. In addition to the growl of the Chevelle’s 396 cubic inch automatic V8 and admiring glances, the cars afford the opportunity to spend time with kindred spirits in their circle of car enthusiast friends, Betsy said. Asked if they will add to their collection of classic machines evokes hearty laughter from the Kitchings. “That’s a touchy subject,” she said with a smile. The trio of ladies is among a seemingly growing sorority of vintage car aficionados. Betsy nods in the affirmative. Kim believes more women are drawn to pick ups, “because they’re cool.” While classic car gatherings are still mostly a male domain, the times are evolving Brenda said. “I’d definitely like to see more women involved,” Brenda said. “I like to buy and sell and change the herd around.”

I’m not usually one to bang on about my ride, but tell people you drive a Porsche, and they may jump to a few conclusions: 1) It’s a sports car. 2) It’s bloody expensive. 3) Your ego is, well let’s just say, “in peak condition.” I’ll leave that last one alone, but will take a stab at the others. The first of which was covered recently by my colleague Lorne Drury who made the point that Porsche’s Cayenne SUV, not their iconic 911, accounts for roughly one-third of global sales. This figure is even higher in Canada, and when you add the compact Macan, that jumps to more than two-thirds of Porsche buyers choosing an SUV over a sports car. Regarding price, no Porsche is cheap, but the base MSRP of this week’s tester – an “entry” V6 Cayenne – wasn’t entirely heart stopping at $67,400. Most of us 99 percenters would consider anything north of $60K steep, but keeping in mind that a topline Lexus RX, Infiniti QX70 or Acura MDX are in the same ballpark, this isn’t out of line. Even non-premium SUVs can set you back more than $70-$80,000, not to mention the once humble pickup truck that can hit similar numbers if you’re not careful with options and trim. The Cayenne launched in 2002 and is now in its second generation, with the first looking somewhat like a hippo (from the front), followed by a 2011 makeover that refined and sharpened its styling to better reflect the company’s sporting DNA. And although the first Cayennes were V8-powered, a V6 soon followed and there’s been a naturally aspirated “base” six-cylinder ever since. It wasn’t, however, part of last year’s mid-cycle refresh, but now joins the lineup for the 2016 model year. My tester was powered by this 3.6-litre V6 (300 hp and 295 lb/ft of torque), mated to a smooth shifting Turn to page W2

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• REAR DiFF LOcK • iNDEPENDENT REAR SUSPENSiON AND AUTOmATic • 2500 LB WARN WiNch

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SUZUKI LTF 400 REV SHIFT 4X4

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Luxurious Cayenne is at home both on and off road Continued from page W1 eight-speed ‘Tiptronic S’ automatic with sequential shift and auto start/ stop. It’s no surprise that Porsche’s AWD system is rear-biased for a sportier feel, but Cayenne is no urban soft roader. Two years ago, I’d driven one on a gnarly offroad course where it surprised me as a competent rock crawler, followed by an equally impressive run at 200-plus km/h on Canadian Tire Motorsport’s main track. But this week’s review took place where most buyers will drive their Cayennes – on our highways and

city streets where it delivers an ideal blend of fun and functionality. You may think 300 horses are just enough for a 4,500-lb luxury vehicle, but performance is snappy, with zero to 100 km/h taking only 7.7 seconds. Steering is responsive, handling is tight and there’s minimal lean in hard cornering. No less than you’d expect from a Porsche – even a bulky one. Although my tester didn’t provide a huge adrenaline rush, its base price wasn’t as intimidating as those that could – such as the 570 hp Turbo S at $178,100. Options, however, are where Porsche really dings you.

Porsche’s top-selling vehicle is an SUV – the mid-size Cayenne. Starting at $67,400, this five-seat, AWD vehicle provides an ideal combination of practicality and sporty driving dynamics.

Want an exterior colour other than black or white? On my vehicle that’ll cost anywhere from $910 to $3,590. I got off lightly with Mahogany Metallic at $910. The entry Cayenne comes standard with a nice set of 18-inch, five twin-spoke alloys, but upgrades can be steep – for example 21-inch Sport Classic wheels painted in high-gloss black (with wheel arch extensions) for $7,420. My ride rolled on a set of Cayenne S 18-inchers for a mere $450 upcharge. Inside, mine was fitted with plenty of soft touch, nicely grained and low gloss, with leather seating surfaces and perfectly matched faux leather. Those wanting something more posh can order two-tone espresso-cognac natural leather for $6,550. There’s also 18-way adaptive sport seats with memory ($2,520); 1,000-watt, 16-speaker Burmester surround sound system ($6,500); aluminum roof rails $1,360; running boards ($1,770); self-leveling air suspension ($4,550); ceramic composite brakes ($9,730) and a dizzying array of individual options and packages that can almost create a bespoke automobile. My vehicle included the $2,000 ParkAssist package, which although pricey, is not a bad investment in view of its poor rear visibility.

Driver’s seat memory was another $450. I’d typically expect this as standard in a $70,000 vehicle, but this is Porsche, and for its JD Powertopping build quality and engineering, I’ll put up with a few omissions. Stick with the base ride and you still get dual-zone climate control with filter; leather-wrapped multifunction tilt/telescopic steering; heated front seats with eight-way power adjust; power tailgate; and seven-inch monitor with 3D navigation. The touch screen is simple and intuitive, managing audio, phone, navigation and vehicle settings. Some items are duplicated on Porsche’s signature five-gauge cluster. These instruments – mostly analog – are sensibly laid out: oil pressure/temp on the left, followed by speedometer and a large tach in the centre. Trip data, coolant temp and fuel gauge are on the right. This is a small thing, but I like Porsche’s “old-school” turn signal that solidly clicks up or down, rather than today’s electronic stalks that spring back to the centre position. No more driving for miles with the blinkers flashing because the selfcancelling feature didn’t. The passenger cabin is spacious with loads of head and legroom in the second-row. The middle seat drops separately, so two passen-

gers can ride comfortably with long objects like skis. Capacity is 670 litres with seats up; 1,780 litres with the 40/20/40 second row folded. This may fall short of some competitors, but the luxury segment is more about brand cachet than cargo schlepping. Besides, the ability to say, “I drive a Porsche” is ample compensation.

SPECS AT A GLANCE BODY STYLE: Luxury mid-size sport utility vehicle DRIVE METHOD: Front-engine, allwheel drive ENGINE:3.6-litrenaturally-aspirated V6 (300 hp, 295 lb/ft of torque) with eight-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission FUEL ECONOMY: 12.3/7.5/9.2 L/100 km (city/hwy/comb) CARGO CAPACITY: 670 litres with seats upright; 1,780 litres with 40/20/40 seats folded PRICE: base $67,400; as tested with Mahogany Metallic paint ($910); electric sunroof ($1,360); driver memory ($450); park assist ($2,000); 18-in Cayenne S wheel ($450); destination $1,115: $73,685 WEBSITE:www.porsche.com/canada

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THE FASTEST GROWING AUTOMOTIVE on full-line brands, on 12 month, year over year rolling unit sales BRAND IN CANADA Based

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The remain

8,500

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2015 NISSAN ROGUE

AVAILABLE FEATURES INCLUDE: • INTUITIVE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE • N NISSAN I S SA N S SAFETY AFE T Y S SHIELD H I ELD W WITH ITH F FORWARD ORWAR D C COLLISION OLLISION W WARNING A R N I N G†

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2015 NISSAN ARMADA

WEEKLY

ON ROGUE S FWD

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▲

SL A AWD WD Premium model shown

AVAILABLE FEATURES INCLUDE: • ENGINE 5.6L V8 317 HP 385 LB-FT, 9,000 LBS TOWING CAPACITY

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1.8 SL model shown

2015 NISSAN MICRA®

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IN CASH DISCOUNTS ON OTHER TRIMS

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SR A AT T model shown

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