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6. You should also consider logistics. If you appoint all of your children, are they all able to look after you? You should know that, if there is more than one person you want to appoint, you can appoint them jointly which means that they have to act together, or jointly and severally, which means any one of them can act alone. If you have three people you want to appoint, you may consider including a majority clause. 7. The person or persons you appoint cannot be compelled to act for you, so you should make sure that whoever it is that you appoint will want to act for you. This is why it is important to appoint an alternate, in case your first attorney is unable or unwilling to act for you. Your attorney for personal care will have various powers, including the ability to have access to your medical records, to deal with doctors, to deal with the possibility of your admission to a nursing home, etc. Having a power of attorney for personal care in place can help reduce family friction and fighting because in that document, you will be setting out in advance who you want to deal with these matters and what you want them to do. I am a wills lawyer with the law firm of Fish and Associates, 7951 Yonge Street, Thornhill, Ontario (Yonge and Royal Orchard). We are located in a turn of the century home with plenty of free parking. The atmosphere is relaxed and we speak plain language. If you have powers of attorney and a will, I will be pleased to review them for free to make sure they are up to date and not a recipe for a family disaster. If you do not have powers of attorney and a will, I would be pleased to provide a free will and power of attorney consultation to help you understand this complicated area of law. To contact Michelle Kotzer you can call 905-881-1500 Ext 22 or email her at mkotzer@fishlaw.ca. Please visit michellekotzer.com or powerofattorneyinfo.com for more information.

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KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com Iranian-Canadians are expressing shock and concern over reports that Richmond Hill Liberal MP Majid Jowhari is lobbying for friendlier relations with the Iranian regime. Iranian expatriates say they are worried a terrorist organization is being welcomed into Canada and may even be infiltrating the country with "spies" with support from a local politician. "The fear is real. The threat is real," said Richmond Hill resident Faramarz Shiravand. "The regime doesn’t joke around." In a letter sent to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this week, several Richmond Hill residents said they do not want to be represented by someone who is "working in the interest of a foreign country." "Majid Jowhari should be replaced by someone who puts Canada’s interest first . and he should keep distance from those engaged in crimes against humanity." Jowhari, however, says the petition he sponsored to push for reopening the Iranian embassy and his recent meetings with Iranian parliamentarians are simply encouraging dialogue between nations. In letters to Trudeau and the foreign affairs minister, 15 Iranian-Canadians living in Richmond Hill say they are appalled at the MP’s "ethical incompetence" and call for his replacement. "We are very disappointed that he is working very hard to allow Iran’s Revolutionary Guards terrorist members to put their foot on Canadian soil." The Revolutionary Guards, or Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, is a branch of Iran’s armed forces. The Canadian government considers the Qods Force, a clandestine branch of the corps, a terrorist organization and has debated adding the entire organization to its terrorist list.

"He (Jowhari) should be pressuring Iran, not his own government and party." – Richmond Hill MPP Reza Moridi During the federal election campaign, Trudeau promised to restore diplomatic relations with Iran, but the embassy in Ottawa remains closed since ties were severed in 2012. This past fall, Jowhari sponsored an e-petition organized by the Iranian Canadian Congress (ICC) urging the government to re-open the embassy and re-establish relations. The petition was based on community consultation by the ICC, Jowhari said. "What I’m hearing is a lot of people are saying the first step should be opening of the consular section of the embassy." The Iranian-born MP also travelled in November to Vancouver to discuss the petition with Iranian-Canadians there and met with a parliamentary delegation from Iran at his local constituency office, where they reportedly discussed a CanadaIran parliamentary friendship group, urban development, Canada’s parliamentary system and air safety. Critics question whether the federal government was aware of the meeting. Spokesperson Kristine Racicot said Global Affairs Canada,

"It just means we are sitting at the same table and working on understanding the issues and we as Canadians have serious concerns. If we don’t tell them, who will?"

"We have been getting a lot of complaints and queries from the Persian and Jewish communities, wondering what’s going on." – Thornhill MP Peter Kent

– Richmond Hill MP Majid Jowhari the country’s lead agency for foreign affairs, was not involved, that the meeting was requested by the delegation. Jowhari said the Iranians wanted to meet with him "as a parliamentarian with a significant diaspora." Having a dialogue does not mean agreeing, he added. "It just means we are sitting at the same table and working on understanding the issues and we as Canadians have serious concerns. If we don’t tell them, who will?" It’s not the first time Jowhari has faced controversy. He was criticized for incorrectly claiming professional credentials and apologized for one of those misstatements in November. This time, Jowhari’s actions have infuriated and frightened some Iranians who have sought refuge in Canada. "He is getting everyone worried," said Richmond Hill resident Hamid Gharajeh. "We escaped the atrocities and now we see all those elements following us here. He is opening the door to

elements who can come here and spy on our people. It is a matter of life and death for their families in Iran and they don’t know what to do because they can’t speak out." "It’s especially dangerous for those who go back and forth to Iran or who have family members there," said Shiravand, who came to Canada as a refugee in 1989. Shiravand said his mother and brother were arrested for their political activities in Iran and he has become active in investigating concerns about safety for expats. But he says he is in the minority, that most are afraid to criticize the Iran government. In an open letter to the MP, Sima Tajdini, former board member of the ICC and chairperson of the its human rights committee, questioned whether Jowhari addressed human rights violations when he met with the Iranians. Jowhari said human rights was one of the main topics of discussion. "Don’t you think I wasn’t fearful, meeting with these guys? But I am proud that I sat down and looked them in their eyes and told them what I just told you ...

Who better to talk with them about this than a parliamentarian who has been in the country?" Thornhill MP Peter Kent, the Conservative critic of foreign affairs, said he sympathizes with residents’ concerns. Soon after Jowhari’s pro-embassy petition was launched, Kent organized a counterpetition arguing against re-establishing relations, but it secured only 603 signatures, far fewer than the 16,104 on Jowhari’s petition. Kent says many expats are afraid to sign a document speaking out against the regime, concerned their identities would be revealed and relatives still living in Iran punished in reprisal. "The fact that (Jowhari) has instigated a petition raises a lot of questions," agreed Farrokh Zandi, a professor at York University’s Schulich School of Business. "It indicates he is not familiar with the parliamentary process in Canada, or something more, or both. "And going to Vancouver, which is so out of his way for a Richmond Hill politician, at the very least leaves a bad taste." Local MPP Reza Moridi, an Iranian-Canadian, is also bothered by what he sees. "The community at large should be concerned if he is supposed to be representing the people of Richmond Hill, to be their voice in Ottawa and instead he is lobbying with the Iranian regime." It is unusual for a politician to lobby his own government in the interest of a foreign country, Moridi said. "The federal government is already conducting negotiations, working on the issue of establishing diplomatic relations. He should leave it to the foreign office; it’s a very complex issue with difficult negotiations ahead." If Jowhari wants to do something good for Iranian-Canadians, Moridi said, "he should be pressuring Iran, not his own government and party."

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Upcoming Meetings Monday, January 23 – Committee of the Whole – 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 24 - Budget Committee of the Whole - 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 25 – Council Public Meeting – 7:30 p.m. Monday, January 30 – Council – 7:30 p.m. Agendas for all meetings are available on the Town’s website under Mayor and Council section – Council Calendar. Meetings will be held at the Municipal Offices, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, 1st floor ASSISTIVE LISTENING SYSTEM For meetings held in the Council Chambers, the Town of Richmond Hill offers an assistive listening system. Should you require the use of this system, please advise the Office of the Clerk in advance by sending an e-mail to clerks@richmondhill.ca or by speaking with Clerk’s Office staff before the start of the meeting.

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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DESIGNATE PROPERTY OF CULTURAL HERITAGE VALUE OR INTEREST IN THE MATTER OF THE LAND AND PREMISES IN THE TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL, IN THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO HEREAFTER DESCRIBED AS: Property Description: Lot 17, Plan 7032 and Part of Block C, Plan 511 as in R469495, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York (PIN 03172-0212 (LT)) Municipal Address: 16-18 Lorne Avenue, Town of Richmond Hill (The William Trench House) Town File No.: D12-07298 TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill intends to designate the above-noted property, including land and building, as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18, as amended. Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest William Trench (b.1832 - d.1896) opened the Trench Carriage Works at the corner of Lorne Avenue and Yonge Street in 1864. Soon after the Trench business became a major employer in Richmond Hill and at the height of its production provided all the stagecoaches that operated along Yonge Street. William Trench served as the Reeve of Richmond Hill from 1875 to 1879 and again in 1881 and 1882. He also served as a trustee on the Board of Education in York County. He was a director of the Mechanic’s Institute, treasurer of the Masonic Lodge, and president of the Agricultural Society. In 1875 the Town named Trench Street in honour of William and they were also major donors to the construction of the Richmond Hill United Church. Thomas Henry Trench (1868-1957) was the son of William who took over the business when his father died in 1896 and lived in the same house at 16-18 Lorne Avenue as his father lived until his passing in 1957. Thomas never married, but took on civic responsibility including Reeve from 1919 to 1925 and again from 1940 to 1942. During his time on Council, he oversaw the installation of the first waterworks infrastructure in the Village. He also was a member of the Board of Education and was instrumental in the construction of a new High School in the Village. Similar to his father he was also involved with the United Church and the Masonic Lodge, achieving Grand Steward during his tenure. When Thomas took over management of the business the carriage industry was beginning its transition towards the horseless carriage. From the onset of his ownership he made the decision not to convert the Trench Carriage Works to an automobile business and instead focused on utilizing his assets for real estate purposes. Soon after taking control of the business he purchased additional land to the south of Lorne Avenue and Centre Street. In 1914 he converted part of the carriage works building located at 10117-10119 Yonge Street into retail outlets with apartments above. In 1915 Thomas entered into a contract with the Standard Bank to construct a new branch at 10111 Yonge Street. Today, the original Trench Carriage Works building at 10121-10123 Yonge Street, the converted portion at 10117-10119 Yonge Street and the Standard Bank at 10111 Yonge Street are all designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The house, which is located immediately adjacent to the Trench Carriage works at 10121-10123 Yonge Street contains significant associative and contextual

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Public Notice value in relation to the intimate day to day involvement in the family business and the development of the nearby lands at the beginning of the 20th century. Description of Heritage Attributes Key exterior attributes that embody the heritage value of the William Trench House include: - The one and half storey late Ontario Gothic style dwelling constructed in c.1888 including the c.1896 addition located to the east; and - The location of the dwelling on Lorne Avenue, immediately adjacent to the Trench Carriage Works at 10121-10123 Yonge Street. Additional Information For more information respecting the proposed designation, please contact Matthew Somerville, Urban Design/Heritage Planner, Planning & Regulatory Services Department at (905) 771-5529 or by e-mail at matthew.somerville@richmondhill.ca. Contact can also be made by fax at (905) 771-2404. Notice of Objection Any person who objects to the proposed designation shall, within 30 days after the publication of this notice, serve on the Town Clerk of the Town of Richmond Hill, a Notice of Objection setting out the reason for the objection and all relevant facts. The last day to appeal the proposed designation is February 21, 2017. Service may be made by delivery personally to the Town Clerk or by Regular Mail at the following address: Stephen M.A. Huycke, Town Clerk Town of Richmond Hill Fax: (905) 771-2502 225 East Beaver Creek Road E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca Richmond Hill ON L4B 3P4 Dated this 19th Day of January, 2017

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DESIGNATE PROPERTIES OF CULTURAL HERITAGE VALUE OR INTEREST In the matter of the land and premises in the Town of Richmond Hill, In the province of Ontario hereafter described as: ITEM 1 TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill intends to designate the below-noted property, including land and building, as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18, as amended. (The Drynoch Estate) Property Description: Block 31, Plan 65M-3824, Except Part 1 on 65R36087, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York (PIN 03207-4885 (LT)) Municipal Address: 16 Macleod Estate Court, Town of Richmond Hill Town File No.: D12-07230 Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest The subject property located at 16 Macleod Estate Court is recommended for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act for its design and associative historical value. This one-and-a-half storey residence is located on the west side of Yonge Street, south east of Philips Lake. The original house is framed by later additions which have preserved the original house and made it the centerpiece of the complex which includes the manor house and the nearby tree-lined former carriageway located at 0 Silver Maple Road, 0 Shirrick Drive, 0 Windrow Street and 0 Yonge Street. This rare example of a mid-19th century manor house in Richmond Hill is an eclectic design that has classical revival elements dominating the overall style of the house. Originally, an extensive verandah, (since removed) along with French Doors (since converted to windows) originally gave the house a strong sense of Regency Style. The Gothic Revival details present in the house include the drip moulds over the second storey windows of the front facing verandah and portico has lessened the degree of both the Gothic Revival and Regency character of the design. Drynoch is a one-and-a-half storey brick dwelling with a shallow front facing U-shaped plan. There is a two-storey brick addition to the rear of the east sidewall, with a single-storey brick and frame sunroom on the east end of the addition. A two-storey brick wing has been added to the north wall of the first addition. Another more recent two-storey wing has been added to the rear of the west sidewall of the main house designed by B. Napier Simpson Jr. (1925-1978) who was a prominent and celebrated Ontario heritage architect. The property contains significant historical and associative value. In 1845, the 300 acre parcel was purchased by Captain Martin Donald Macleod, a retired British army officer and recent immigrant from Scotland. Captain Macleod purchased the property from Count René Augustin de Chalus who was directly affiliated with the early French aristocratic de Puisaye settlement of Windham. The Macleods built their estate house overlooking the shores of Lake Philips and next to an ancient black walnut tree. They named the estate “Drynoch” after their ancestral home located on the Isle of Skye. It is believed that the architect John Edey designed the structure as he was practicing in Thornhill during this time period and designs in the Markham Museum closely resemble that of

Drynoch. Four acres of the 300 acre parcel was donated to the Anglican clergy for the establishment of St. John’s Anglican Church, which was constructed in 1849. The nearby town owned tree-lined carriageway (0 Silver Maple Road, 0 Shirrick Drive, 0 Windrow Street and 0 Yonge Street) runs from Yonge Street to the Drynoch Estate and was constructed in 1848 and is another impressive feature which is historically associated with the property. Drynoch has additional associative value as the former home of Captain Macleod’s son James F. Macleod, an early Commissioner of the Northwest Mounted Police and founder of Forts Macleod, Walsh and Calgary, Alberta. While the original farm parcel surrounding Drynoch has since urbanized, the grounds surrounding the house have remained intact. The adjacent tree-lined carriageway which originally provided access to Yonge Street remains intact and is a historically significant contextual feature. The subject property is closely association with the Oak Ridges Moraine environment with a unique location on the prow of a hill overlooking Philips Lake. Within the immediate vicinity of the Drynoch residence the landscape attributes include Philips Lake to the west and an ancient Black Walnut tree to the east of the house which predates the construction of the house. Another feature that makes this property contextually significant is its association with the St. John’s Anglican Church, given Martin Macleod’s involvement with its establishment and his interment in the adjoining cemetery. Description of Heritage Attributes Key exterior and interior attributes that contribute to the design value of 16 Macleod Estate Court (the Drynoch Estate) include the following: • The classical picturesque composition of the main house c.1845 which includes Gothic, Regency and Tudor elements and utilizes a shallow front facing U-shaped plan; • The two-storey brick addition to the rear of the east side wall; • The two-storey brick wing which was added to the north wall of the first addition (the northeast addition); • The two-storey wing added to the rear of the west side wall of the main house, designed by B. Napier Simpson Jr; • The walls of the original main house and east additions are constructed of dark red brick which is laid in a Flemish bond, while the other walls are laid in common bond; • Minimal brick ornamentation on the main house includes: soldier cornice voussoirs over flat-headed window openings; • The roof of the main house and first addition is a medium-pitched cross gable roof with a wide overhang and deep return eaves; • A shallow wooden frieze is located below the eaves that includes a finely-proportioned bed mould; • The roof is punctuated with a four-stacked corbelled chimney that spans the ridge of the roof of the main house, just in front of the east cross-gable; • The four-stack corbelled chimneys are closely clustered and rest on a single heavy brick base which is free of decoration; • A single less elaborate gable-end chimney is aligned with the west sidewall of the main house; • The roof of the northeast addition and the B. Napier Simpson Jr. addition contains hipped gable roofs; • Windows are double hung, with six-over-six glazing and plain lugsills; • Ground floor window openings are wider than those of the second storey and have paneled wood aprons; • The recessed centre bay of the three-bay main house contains a fine doorcase with transom, sidelights and a simple classical surround that contains an entablature supported by narrow pilasters; • The main doorcase includes a six paneled door with original hardware; • The sidelights and transom contained in the main doorcase are glazed with a series of rectangular lights within a border of narrow lights; • Below the sidelights are single wood panels with a similar treatment to the main door; • A double casement window is located over the main door which is divided with a central mullion; each unit has four lights; • Original interior features include the open double quarter-turned staircase located at the end of the central hall of the main house which is completed with simple square spindles and an elegant curved banister and turned newel posts; • The exposed ends of the stair treads are detailed with a classically inspired detailing; the lower portion of the stair is completed in a wood panel that is divided into four; • The original wainscoting and trim located within the central hall of the main house; • A large Black Walnut tree is located to the east of the house which predates the construction of the Drynoch residence; • The location of the house at the prow of a hill and immediately adjacent to Philips Lake; and • The clear visual connection between the tree-lined carriageway and the Drynoch residence.

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Public Notice ITEM 2 TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill intends to designate the below-noted properties, including land and building, as properties of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV, section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18, as amended. The Drynoch Carriageway (a) Property Description: Block 184, Plan 65M-3822, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York (PIN 03207-2185 (LT)) Municipal Address: 0 Silver Maple Road (b) Property Description: Block 191, Plan 65M-3785, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York (PIN 03207-1826 (LT)) Municipal Address: 0 Shirrick Drive (c) Property Description: Block 28, Plan 65M-3823, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York (PIN 03207-2252 (LT)) Municipal Address: 0 Windrow Street (d) Property Description: Part of Block 26, Plan 65M-3823, Parts 6 and 7 on 65R-33309, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York (PIN03207-4673 (LT)) Part of Block 27, Plan 65M-3823, Part 5 on 65R-33309, Town of Richmond Hill, Regional Municipality of York (PIN 03207-4677 (LT)) Municipal Address: 0 Yonge Street Town File No.:

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The Town of Richmond Hill has received the following application under the Planning Act: Inquiries Refer To: Town File: D02-16044 Town Planner: Katherine Faria, Planner II - Subdivisions Telephone: 905-771-5543 Email: katherine.faria@richmondhill.ca A request from Gracia-Lina May Yoong How and Robert William Rennette to amend the Zoning By-law for lands described as Lots 502, 503, 504, and 505, Plan 133 and municipally known as 15 and 23 Laurier Avenue. The application seeks to permit four semidetached dwelling units to be constructed on the subject lands. The purpose of this notice is to advise the public that a “complete” development application has been received by the Town of Richmond Hill pursuant to the Planning Act. The application has been circulated to Town departments and external agencies for review and comment. A Council Public Meeting will be scheduled and held at a later date, with formal notice being provided pursuant to the statutory requirements of the Planning Act. If you wish to express your views with respect to this application, please forward your comments in writing to the assigned Planner noted above. The personal information accompanying your submission will become part of the public record. Additional information related to this application is also available for inspection between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM during regular business days at the Town’s Planning & Regulatory Services Department, located at 225 East Beaver Creek Road, 4th Floor, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P4 (Telephone: 905-771-8910). Dated this 19th day of January, 2017.

COUNCIL PUBLIC MEETING Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Concerning a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Inquiries Refer To: Town File: D02-16026 Town Planner: Katherine Faria, Planner II – Subdivisions Telephone: 905-771-5543 Email: katherine.faria@richmondhill.ca A request from King East Developments 396 Inc., King East Developments 404 Inc., and King East Developments 416 Inc. to amend the Zoning By-law for lands described as Part of Lot 39, Plan 202 and Lots 58 and 59, Plan M-807 and municipally known as 396, 404 and 416 King Road. The purpose of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to permit sitespecific provisions to facilitate changes to the lot orientations and the addition of one building lot for a related draft Plan of Subdivision. Lands Containing Seven (7) or More Residential Units: A copy of this notice must be posted by the owner of any land that contains seven (7) or more residential units in a location that is visible to all of the residents. Any person may attend the meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment. Written comments by any person unable to attend the meeting should be made in person, or by mail to the Town Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3P4, or fax to 905-771-2502, or by email to clerks@richmondhill.ca and is to be received no later than 12:00 noon on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. Please ensure that you include your name and address so that you may be contacted if necessary. Zoning By-law Amendment Appeal: If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at the public meeting or make written submissions to the Town Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill before the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is passed or refused, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill to the Ontario Municipal Board and may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. Bulletin Board continues on pages --- 8

If you wish to be notified of the passing or refusal of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to the Town Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P4 or by e-mail at clerks@richmondhill.ca. Notice of Collection: Personal information is collected under the authority of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 and may be contained in an appendix of a staff report, published in the meeting agenda, delegation list and/or the minutes of the public meeting and made part of the public record. The Town collects this information in order to make informed decisions on the relevant issues and to notify interested parties of Council’s decisions. It may also be used to serve notice of an Ontario Municipal Board hearing. Names and addresses contained in submitted letters and other information will be available to the public, unless the individual expressly requests the Town to remove their personal information. The disclosure of this information is governed by the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.M.56. Questions about this collection and disclosure should be directed to the Office of the Clerk at 905-771-8800 or by e-mail at clerks@richmondhill.ca. Additional Information: For more information about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, please contact the Office of the Clerk at 905-771-8800 or by e-mail at clerks@richmondhill.ca. Questions about the information and recommendations contained in the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Staff Report should be directed to the Planning & Regulatory Services Department by calling 905-771-8910 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM. You can pick up the Staff Report at the Office of the Clerk, located on the Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices, on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 after 3 PM. The Staff Report will also be available on RichmondHill.ca. To find it, select the Calendar and click on the relevant meeting for a list of items. Town of Richmond Hill 225 East Beaver Creek Road Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P4 Telephone: 905-771-8800 Fax: 905-771-2502 E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca Stephen M.A. Huycke, Town Clerk Dated this 19Th day of January, 2017

COUNCIL PUBLIC MEETING Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Concerning a Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision Inquiries Refer To: Town File: D03-16010 Town Planner: Shelly Cham, Senior Planner Telephone: 905-747-6470 Email: shelly.cham@richmondhill.ca A request from Elm Carrville (2016) Inc. to approve a proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision, for lands described as Part of Lots 109, 110 and 111, Registered Plan 1960 and municipally known as 329 and 343 Carrville Road. The purpose of the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision is to permit the creation of one residential block and one road widening block. Lands Containing Seven (7) or More Residential Units: A copy of this notice must be posted by the owner of any land that contains seven (7) or more residential units in a location that is visible to all of the residents. Any person may attend the meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision. Written comments by any person unable to attend the meeting should be made in person, or by mail to the Town Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3P4, or fax to 905-771-2502, or by email to clerks@richmondhill.ca and is to be received no later than 12:00 noon on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. Please ensure that you include your name and address so that you may be contacted if necessary. Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision Appeal: If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at the public meeting or make written submissions to the Town Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill before the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision is approved or refused, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill to the Ontario Municipal Board and may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

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Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest The subject properties located at 0 Yonge Street, 0 Silver Maple Road, 0 Shirrick Drive and 0 Windrow Street are recommended for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act for its design and associative historical value. The properties contain the tree-lined former carriageway which connected the Drynoch Estate (16 Macleod Estate) to Yonge Street. The carriageway was originally believed to have been constructed by the Macleod family in 1848 and includes an allée of silver maple trees on both the north and south sides of the former carriageway planted in 10 metre intervals. The Canadian author Sherrill MacLaren described this feature as “one of the finest carriage ways in Upper Canada.” Contextually the carriageway is physically, visually and historically connected to the construction of the Drynoch residence. The carriageway has retained its strong design character over the years, with trees being replanted as they mature and have to be removed. The resulting planting provides a strong linear visual sense of travel from Yonge Street to the main residence. Description of Heritage Attributes Key exterior attributes that contribute to the design value of 0 Yonge Street, 0 Silver Maple Road, 0 Shirrick Drive and 0 Windrow Street include the following: • The single allée of trees on both the north and south side of the carriageway; • The type of tree: silver maple trees; • The regular planting of trees: 10 metre intervals; • The gravel base of the former carriageway; and • The clear visual connection between the carriageway and the Drynoch Residence (16 Macleod Estate Court). Additional Information For more information respecting the proposed designations, please contact Matthew Somerville, Urban Design/Heritage Planner, Planning & Regulatory Services Department at (905) 771-5529 or by e-mail at matthew.somerville@richmondhill.ca. Contact can also be made by fax at (905) 771-2404. Notice of Objection Any person who objects to the proposed designations shall, within 30 days after the publication of this notice, serve on the Town Clerk of the Town of Richmond Hill, a Notice of Objection setting out the reason for the objection and all relevant facts. The last day to appeal the proposed designations is February 21, 2017. Service may be made by delivery personally to the Town Clerk or by Regular Mail at the following address: Stephen M.A. Huycke, Town Clerk Town of Richmond Hill Fax: (905) 771-2502 225 East Beaver Creek Road E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca Richmond Hill ON L4B 3P4 Dated this 19th Day of January, 2017

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Public Notice If you wish to be notified of the decision of the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill in respect of the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision, you must make a written request to the Town Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P4 or by e-mail at clerks@richmondhill.ca. Notice of Collection: Personal information is collected under the authority of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 and may be contained in an appendix of a staff report, published in the meeting agenda, delegation list and/or the minutes of the public meeting and made part of the public record. The Town collects this information in order to make informed decisions on the relevant issues and to notify interested parties of Council’s decisions. It may also be used to serve notice of an Ontario Municipal Board hearing. Names and addresses contained in submitted letters and other information will be available to the public, unless the individual expressly requests the Town to remove their personal information. The disclosure of this information is governed by the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.M.56. Questions about this collection and disclosure should be directed to the Office of the Clerk at 905-771-8800 or by e-mail at clerks@richmondhill.ca. Additional Information: For more information about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, please contact the Office of the Clerk at 905-771-8800 or by e-mail at clerks@richmondhill.ca. Questions about the information and recommendations contained in the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision Staff Report should be directed to the Planning & Regulatory Services Department by calling 905-771-8910 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM. You can pick up the Staff Report at the Office of the Clerk, located on the Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices, on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 after 3 PM. The Staff Report will also be available on RichmondHill.ca. To find it, select the Calendar and click on the relevant meeting for a list of items. Town of Richmond Hill 225 East Beaver Creek Road Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P4 Telephone: 905-771-8800 Fax: 905-771-2502 E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca Stephen M.A. Huycke, Town Clerk Dated this 19Th day of January, 2017

NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO LICENSING PERTAINING TO THE ACQUISITION, KEEPING AND SALE OF ANIMALS WITHIN THE TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Richmond Hill Committee of the Whole meeting will consider and receive input from the public on a staff report proposing certain requirements to Regulate the Acquisition, Keeping and Sale of Animals within the Town of Richmond Hill. The Committee of the Whole Meeting will be held on Monday, January 23, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 1st Floor, 225 East Beaver Creek Road. The Staff Report will be available for pick-up at the Office of the Clerk, Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at the end of the business day. The Staff Report will also be available on the Town’s website www.RichmondHill.ca/meetings. If approved by Committee, the proposed requirements will be presented for adoption at the Council meeting of January 30, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. If you wish to address Committee of the Whole regarding this matter, you must submit your request in writing by 12:00 noon on Monday, January 23, 2017. You may send an e-mail to clerks@richmondhill.ca or fax your request to (905) 771-2502. The personal information accompanying your submission will become part of the public record. This Notice is provided in accordance with the Town of Richmond Hill’s Notice By-law No. 170-07. Questions respecting the information and recommendations contained in the staff report should be directed to Jeff Baker, Acting Manager of By-law, Licensing and Enforcement, at 905-7476491 or e-mail jeff.baker@richmondhill.ca. Stephen M.A. Huycke, Town Clerk Town of Richmond Hill Fax: 905-771-2502 225 East Beaver Creek Road E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P4 DATED THIS 12TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2017

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Cabin fever hits Catholic school students KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com This winter sucks. At least it does if you’re a school-aged child and your recesses are ruined by snow and ice. Matthew Hough-Saavedra is fed up with the wintry troubles he and his classmates have encountered at his Richmond Hill elementary school this year. "Today we only went out for 20 minutes and only had 20 per cent of the pavement to use for around 90 kids because the rest of the pavement had not been cleaned," the St. Charles Garnier Catholic student said Monday. It was an improvement over last week, but staff at York Region separate

school board had hoped it would be better. This weekend, the board spent $20,000 salting playgrounds after budget cutbacks for playground plowing led to dangerous conditions and complaints from several schools about too many indoors recesses. The decision to leave snow on the tarmac this year was an effort by the board to reduce costs, according to spokesperson Sonia Gallo. But the weather didn’t co-operate during the first week back to school after Christmas holidays. The accumulated snow melted then refroze, leaving playgrounds an icy mess. "We had a drop in temperatures and precipitation and it made it a challenge," Gallo said. That left parents like Pilar Saavedra, of Richmond Hill, frustrated and angry as their children returned home overflowing with pent-up energy.

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Students at Richmond Hill’s St. Charles Garnier CES were unable to play on the icy playground last week. "They had to spend the whole week inside the classroom. They couldn’t even play in the gym," said the mother of two boys aged 11 and 12 who attend St. Charles Garnier. Use of the gym for indoor recess is a local decision, as different schools have different activities in their schools, Gallo said. "At St. Charles Garnier,

I have been told that the gym is used for their volleyball and basketball team practices during lunch recess. In the morning and afternoon recess, it would be unsafe to send a whole division to the gymnasium and have that many students in the gym at one time." In an attempt to resolve the situation, the board

salted the playgrounds this weekend at the region’s 90 elementary schools and 15 secondary school, Gallo said. "Students by grade division are rotating and using the primary area outside, which is safe, so that they can get some fresh air." But that approach hasn’t completely ameliorated the cabin-feverish

feeling among students, according to 12-year-old Matthew. "There was only two basketball nets and you can’t do anything else except stand and talk unless you want to play tag where you might get injured if you run, because there are a lot of people and you might trip. "Normally we go out around one hour and 20 minutes. My teacher is also getting affected because we are staying in and becoming restless and disruptive during class." Matthew’s mother said she is grateful that her children can get some fresh air this week, but she wonders if the problem will happen again. "There’s still a lot of winter yet." York Region public school board did not make any changes this year to its winter maintenance protocol, according to spokesperson Licinio Miguelo.

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For a school board that espouses to its students the importance of demonstrating a slew of positive character traits, it certainly seems to have a difficult time living up to them. The Character Matters page on the York Region District School Board’s website lists a total of 10 character attributes it supposedly holds dear including respect, responsibility, empathy, fairness and integrity - yet how does one begin to reconcile those lofty ideals with the body’s actions of late? Following allegations of racism and Islamophobia, which resulted in complaints to the Ontario Human Rights Commission, Education Minister Mitzie Hunter directed the board to take action to address the concerns raised and gave it a Jan. 13 deadline to respond. A letter penned by new trustee chairperson Loralea Carruthers was tabled at a special school board meeting last Wednesday, but, rather than a clearly laid out plan to resolve the problems, the communique spoke of the need for better communication and understanding and made vague references to more professional development for elected members and staff. Furthermore, the message, the final version of which was published on the board’s website, goes on to say the handling of one alleged Islamophobia incident internally, instead of with input from the community as had been hoped for and expected, was due to a "miscommunication" and that the applicable policies will be reviewed to address the "confusion" and "clarify the complaint process". The board also plans to meet with concerned parents and community members. According to a Jan. 11 Toronto Star story, however, York Region parents are treating the letter with skepticism and see little in terms of solutions for the existing problems or an outline of how future issues will be addressed. "Insulting" was how one parent, Naeem Siddiqi of Markham, described the response. As some parents point out in the Star story, the underlying issue is trust - trust that has been eroded due to the recent issues and the board’s handling of them - and it will take more than a series of platitudes on a page to earn that back. In its letter, the board states its belief that racism is always unacceptable and that systemic racism must always be addressed. True, but actions speak louder than words, and action - genuine, measurable steps with quantifiable results - is what’s required. The board can do better.

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• LETTERS TO THE EDITOR • A message for PowerStream I wrote the following letter to PowerStream to include in my recent electricity payment. Correspondence is one of the advantages of paying by mail. I realize some people may want monthly billing, but I bet a lot in Richmond Hill are happy with the lower costs of the status quo. Please direct this to the president and CEO of PowerStream and also to the Chairman of the Board of Directors: "Dear sir or madam, I have received notice in my latest bill that future billings will become monthly. Please give us options regardless of the bullying and abuse of the

provincial mal-government. Regardless, if we use cheques and mail, or any safe form of electronic banking to pay bills, this creates more work for us, the people who are already very busy. We would like to stay on a twomonth billing cycle to avoid unnecessary clutter and consumption of our time. The two-month cycle is just fine for many of us. We realize this is just a political move by the present government to ease pressure on them at next election time. However it will increase our costs so those of us who can manage the two-month cycle should not be financially penalized by your increased costs. Ultimately I guess we can just pay an extra amount and have a carry-

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This eye-catching AMG Performance Studio Package certainly accentuates the performance elements of the GLA45. Its black colour scheme is enhanced with yellow highlights on the front bumper, rear diffuser and rear wing with yellow coach lines painted along the rocker panel and on the rims. Other external enhancements include matte gray sport stripes on the roof, hood, trunk lid and sides. Internally there are numerous yellow highlights with yellow trim on the AMG performance seats as well as on the performance steering wheel. Under the hood it has the same 2.0L turbocharged engine, but now totally reworked by the AMG engineers. It now produces an incredible 375 hp with 350 lb/ft of torque. It is linked to an upgraded AMG SPEEDSHIFT, dual-clutch, seven-speed sport transmission that rockets it from 0-100km in an incredible 4.3 seconds. The GLA will be available in the summer as a 2018 model and pricing will be made available nearer to launch.

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EVENTS O Thursday, January 19 PCCN – Newmarket Prostate Cancer Support Group WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. WHERE: Newmarket Seniors’ Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr. CONTACT: Walt Klywak, 905-8951975, www.newmarketprostatecancer.com, wklywak1@gmail.com COST: Free Dr. Baguio will speak on palliative care and how to access its many services. Everyone is welcome. Thursday evening weekly meditation WHEN: 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. WHERE: Richvale Community Centre and Pool, 160 Avenue Rd. CONTACT: Chandra, 416-7628033, rosehirano@gmail.com COST: $12/class or $40 for any 4 Suitable for everyone, these dropin meditation classes offer simple practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace.

O Sunday, January 22 Ward 6 Community New Year’s Levee WHEN: 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. WHERE: Langstaff Community Centre, 155 Red Maple Rd. CONTACT: Andrew Caldana, 905-771-5526, councilevents@ richmondhill.ca COST: Free Councillor Godwin Chan invites

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O Wednesday, January 25 Enterprising Careers – A Career Exploration Program for Women WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Centre of York Region Program, 171 Major Mackenzie Dr. W. CONTACT: Iara, 905-853-9270 Ext.104, iencinas@wcyr.ca COST: Free Enterprising Careers is a career exploration program to assist women with their search for meaningful and sustainable employment. Lunch and Learn – Pain Relief the Natural Way WHEN: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: St. Matthew’s United Church, 333 Crosby Ave. CONTACT: Linda Alldred-Johnson, 905-884-3606, st.matthewsuc@ on.aibn.com COST: Freewill offering Learn how diet, lifestyle and supplements can help ease pain. Lunch sponsored by Four Elms Retirement. Succeeding in High School WHEN: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. WHERE:

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O Thursday, January 26 York Region Singles Club WHEN: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. WHERE: Richmond Hill Royal Canadian Legion, 233 Centre St. E. CONTACT: Judith Dawson, www.yorksingles. com, judiuth.m.dawson@hotmail. com COST: Free If you are older than 55 and single, why not join the York Region Singles Club? Visit our website or email us at info@yorksingles.com.

O Friday, January 27 Curtain Club’s Production of Molly’s Veil by Sharon Bajer WHEN: 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. WHERE: The Curtain Club Theatre, 400 Newkirk Rd. CONTACT: The Curtain Club, 905-773-3434, info@thecurtainclub.org COST: $22 A portrait of Charlotte Whitton, who became the ﬁrst female Mayor of Ottawa in 1952.

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5 things to do this weekend O Friday, January 20 Public skating WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. WHERE: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex, 1914B Mount Albert Rd. CONTACT: East Gwillimbury COST: Adults $2, Children $1 PA day public skating Museum After Dark WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. WHERE: King Heritage and Cultural Centre, 2920 King Road CONTACT: Caroline, 905-833-2331, kingmuseum@king.ca COST: $10 Ever wonder what happens after hours at the museum? Explore the site like never before and enjoy a variety of activities.

O Saturday, January 21 King’s Annual Pancake Breakfast WHEN: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. WHERE: King City Community Centre, 25 Doctors Lane CONTACT: Township of King, http://www.king.ca COST: Free Mayor Steve Pellegrini and councillors invite all residents to participate.

O Sunday, January 22 Winter Exhibitions Opening IMAGINE, The Ultimate Magic

Show starring Greg Frewin WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: Flato Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Blvd. CONTACT: Flato Markham Theatre, 905-3057469, 305_show@markham.ca COST: Prime: $64, Regular: $59 Diamond 4-Pak: $184 Greg Frewin, International Grand Champion of Magic, performs all over the world.

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Richmond Hill Board of Trade gets new logo, name KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com Richmond Hill’s Chamber of Commerce is sporting a new name and a new look. The organization of local businesses launched its new image this month, changing the group’s name to the Richmond Hill Board of Trade. The change is a reflection of the growing diversity and international scope of local business, said executive director Elio Furlan. "We are leveraging that growth so that we can be even better at helping our members develop strong networks, build their businesses, and foster economic development with our community," he said. There is more name rec-

ognition and prestige affiliated to the "board of trade" moniker, he said, especially for business and industry outside of the country. The Richmond Hill organization began in 1977 and now boasts about 550 members representing a range of businesses, from professional services and IT, to manufacturing and home decor. The new logo is designed to represent the structures and heritage buildings in town, multicoloured to represent the many types of business in the municipality, he said. One of first orders of business for the newly renamed organization was to conduct a survey to learn which businesses involved in trade with China would be interested in

learning Mandarin. If the survey, whose results are being tabulated now, shows interest is strong, the board will co-ordinate lessons through the Toronto Mandarin School, he said. The board of trade is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to connecting, serving, and empowering members. Its mission is to foster a business environment that makes members more successful while improving the quality of life in Richmond Hill. Members include large and small local businesses including several key nonprofit organizations such as Mackenzie Health hospital. To learn more, visit rhbot.ca

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Richmond Hill seniors club celebrates 60th anniversary KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com The Richmond Hill Senior Citizens’ Club, No. 35 (Club 35) is celebrating its 60th anniversary throughout 2017. Local clergy and managers from the Town of Richmond Hill began planning a club for senior citizens in 1957. The first meeting of the Senior Citizens’ Club was held in the library on Wright Street since demolished to make room for the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts - in March 1958. The monthly club meetings have been held at several different venues throughout the years, including the Lion’s Hall and the Christian Education Centre at the Richmond Hill United Church, until finding a permanent home about 30 years ago when the McConaghy School was

Kindergarten registration begins January 20th, 2017. Children born in 2013 are eligible for junior kindergarten this September. Children born in 2012, and currently not attending public school, are eligible for senior kindergarten.

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Documents required for kindergarten registration include: • Proof of child’s age (Birth Certificate/Passport) • Proof of residency Where space is limited, children may be required to attend a school outside their neighbourhood. Please call your local public school for full details about required documents and kindergarten orientation sessions.Visit our web site for a full listing of our elementary schools and kindergarten registration information at: www.yrdsb.ca

We welcome your child and family as you begin the process to enter school!

Throughout the 60 years of its history, the seniors of Club 35 have always given back to the community. In 2016, $1,500 was donated to local charities, including Hill House Hospice, Mackenzie Health Foundation and Community Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS). The Richmond Hill Senior Citizens’ Club became the 35th seniors’ club to join the United Senior Citizens of Ontario (USCO) in 1966. Today, there are more than 1,000 seniors’ clubs under the USCO umbrella, representing more than 200,000 seniors in Ontario. Club 35 member meetings are held monthly - except for July and August - on the second Wednesday of the month at the M.L. McConaghy Centre, 10100 Yonge St., in Richmond Hill. Annual fundraising events include a Lunch and Fashion Show in April, and a Lunch and Bazaar in October.

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French Immersion Registration January 20th, 2017 - February 10th, 2017 York Region District School Board’s French Immersion program begins at Grade 1 and is based on the curriculum prescribed by the Ontario Ministry of Education. Registrations will be accepted in French Immersion school locations between January 20th and February 10th, 2017. A school locator can be found on the Board’s web site. French Immersion schools will host an Information Session on January 19th, 2017 for interested parents/ guardians considering enrolling their children in French Immersion. For information, session locations and further details, please visit the Board’s website: www.yrdsb.ca If you do not have access to the internet or require additional assistance, please contact your child’s current school. Note: Space at some program locations is limited, students may be required to attend a school other than the one designated for their attendance area.

www.yrdsb.ca Unique, creative, curious and capable – eager to learn and make friends.Your child deserves a quality program to support the early years and meet the needs of all our children. In York Region, that means attending a York Region District School Board kindergarten program.

converted into a Seniors’ Centre. Many of the club traditions of the early years are still followed today. From the time that the club was formed, members and guests have enjoyed going on day bus trips to various places of interest. Examples of trips members enjoyed in 2016 included a visit to Whistling Gardens - with thousands of varieties of perennial flowers - near Brantford, and a trip through the Backroads of Muskoka with renowned Ontario tour guide and author Ron Brown. The ladies in the early years enjoyed getting together to make or repair quilts. Club 35 has a quilting convener today who meets weekly with a small group of ladies to carry on this tradition. Euchreplaying enthusiasts gather on the fourth Monday of the month to play progressive Euchre.

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jority shareholder of Enersource, Markham, Barrie and Vaughan control PowerStream and Hamilton and St. Catharines are the principle shareholders of Horizon. The merger and purchase of Hydro One Brampton - which was acquired by the provincial government from the City of Brampton in 2001 - has been some two years in the making. The resulting efficiencies and economies of scale will not only translate into lower costs for consumers, he insisted, the municipalities involved will also see increased dividends. Mississauga expects to see more than $600 million in dividend payments over 25 years and residential customers save an average of $40 a year on energy bills as merger efficiencies are achieved over the next 10 years, said Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie. Bentz also said the merger would provide the

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