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YRT fare hike proposed for 2013 ‘Between rock and hard spot’ Spatafora says of proposal BY L.H. TIFFANY HSIEH

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A proposed transit fare hike in York Region will hit seniors, students and children the hardest, some regional councillors warned. However, despite efforts to “soften the blow”, the region’s transportation services committee yesterday OK’d the plan to increase fares effective Jan. 1, 2013. “We are stuck between a rock and a hard spot,” said Richmond Hill Regional Councillor Vito Spatafora. Overall, the adult cash fare will increase by 25 cents, from $3.50 to $3.75, and tickets from $2.80 to $3. A student pass will go from $85 to $95, senior/child pass from $50 to $59 and adult pass from $115 to $125. While the average increase is about 7 per cent across the board, the proposed student and senior pricing will jump as much as 18 per cent. Richard Leary, general manager of York Region Transit, said that’s because these categories have been kept close to or at a 0-percent increase for many years. The fares remain in line with the GTA average, he said, adding YRT is still recovering ridership after a three-month strike that ended in January. The proposed hike is estimated to up the cost-recovery ratio to 39 per cent next year from this year’s 36 per cent. With 60 per cent of the rides being subSee ‘SOFTER BLOW’, page 22.

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Sania Clarke is all smiles Tuesday as she enters Richmond Hill’s newest school, Beynon Fields Public School, a French immersion school near Bathurst and Tower Hill Road. Principal Anna Marchetti-Landry (at right) guides her mom, Tanisha Green, to the right classroom, as teacher Katie Shifman holds the door open on a rainy first day of school. See more back-to-school photos online at yorkregion.com

It’s not back to normal for teachers BY KIM ZARZOUR

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It was back to school as usual for teachers in York Region public school classrooms Tuesday, but the head of York’s elementary teachers union warns if simmering tension and anger continue to build, that lull won’t last. York Region Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario president David Clegg is promising parents the first month of

school, at least, should be free of labour disruption. More than 7,000 public school teachers and 3,600 Catholic teachers have returned to the classroom, but for many in the public system, it is with a sense of unease over what’s to come. While the separate school board has signed on with the provincial deal reached with its teachers union, the public board and its teachers, like their counterparts elsewhere in Ontario, are in a deadlock with

the education ministry. The Liberal government, trying to tackle its deficit, wants to pass legislation that would freeze teachers’ salaries, except for grid movement, impose three unpaid days off, reduce by half the number of sick days to 10 and stop the banking of unused sick pay. Education Minister Laurel Broten says Bill 115, set for third reading Monday, saves See VOLUNTEER, page 7.

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Richmond Hill motorcyclist, two others charged with racing Residents of Richmond Hill, Mississauga and Simcoe are facing charges – minus their motorcycles – after four bikes were clocked at 165 km/h in a 100 zone by OPP officers north of Barrie Saturday afternoon. A motorist stopped a Barrie OPP officer and told him four motorcycles were racing and doing wheelies on the Hwy. 400 extension around 4 p.m. After recording the speeds of the northbound motorcycles, officers were able to catch up to the group and stop three of the four bikes. A fourth driver is being sought for flight from police, contrary to the Criminal Code. Three men, aged 20 to 36, were charged

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It’s personal for dedicated Terry Fox participant BY ADAM MC LEAN

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Elenca Iacobelli is strong supporter of event.

Elena Iacobelli is accustomed to going the extra mile when it comes to the Terry Fox Run. Ms Iacobelli would normally tackle 10 kilometres of the annual Oak Ridges Terry Fox event and support the cancer fundraiser. Last November, two months after her last Terry Fox event, the 49-year-old was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer. The late cancer discovery meant the illness had spread from her colon to her liver and lungs. Ms Iacobelli began chemotherapy treatment in December and still undergoes one day of radiation therapy every two weeks. Despite her illness and the physically taxing therapy, Ms Iacobelli continues to go that extra mile for the Terry Fox Run. When her body allows, you might find Ms Iacobelli knocking on your door in Oak Ridges, seeking pledges to sponsor her in next week’s charity walk, which celebrates the fighting spirit of people such as Terry Fox and Ms Iacobelli, while raising funds to find a cure for cancer.

Glemena Bettencourt is the founder of the Oak Ridges event. She spent weeks travelling with Terry Fox during his 1980 Marathon of Hope and started the fundraiser in her home community because of his inspiring courage. Ms Bettencourt is also greatly influenced by the efforts of local residents such as Ms Iacobelli. “You can’t not be inspired by someone like Elena. The fact that she is so ill and still goes out to do what she can, is amazing,” said Ms Bettencourt. Ms Iacobelli has lost count of how many doors she has visited the past few weeks, though her effort has produced 40 pages of donors and $7,000 in sponsorships. Initially, she started with a goal of raising $5,000. That has since been bumped up to $10,000 as she continues to visit new neighbourhoods. “It can be tiring, given my condition. It can be frustrating, too, because some people get real nasty when I knock on their door,” said Ms Iacobelli. She admits that even before her diagnosis she had long been inspired by the legacy of Terry Fox and recalls seeing him run up

OAK RIDGES DETAILS: Registration opens at Brickworks Park, 80 Wildwood Ave., at 8 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 9 a.m.; open start between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Participants can do 1 km, 2 km or 10 km, by bicycle, rollerblade or wheelchair.

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Yonge Street 32 years ago. But after receiving her cancer diagnosis, she decided to push her efforts up a notch. “I’ve always wanted to do something big for the run and I figured that now is a better time than any to start,” she said. “Most of us are touched by cancer, either personally or through a loved one, but to get the news that you have cancer — it’s so scary. But just because you have cancer, that doesn’t mean you stop moving forward. So, I will keep knocking on doors, getting out there and getting involved,” added Ms Iacobelli. On Sunday, Sept. 16, the Oak Ridges run will be held at Brickworks Park. For more information and to make a donation to Ms Iacobelli, visit terryfox.org

‘Thankful community has always supported Terry’s cause’ BY DAVID LI

On Sunday, Sept. 16, residents of Richmond Hill will come together to carry on the courageous and inspirational journey started by Terry Fox more than 30 years ago. With the goal of raising money for cancer research, the annual Richmond Hill Terry Fox Run also promises to be a fun event for the entire family. Over the past seven years, as the organizing chairperson of the Richmond Hill Terry Fox Run at the Mill Pond Park location, Nasir Azam has proudly championed the event throughout the community. “It’s something that I’m very passionate about because it’s a great cause,” Mr. Azam explained. “With the Terry Fox Foundation, all the funds raised are actually spent in Canada for cancer research.” Another Richmond Hill resident who is passionate about the event is Glemena Bettencourt, the founding organizer of the Terry Fox Run in Oak Ridges, also to be held Sept 16, as will thousands of events across Canada. “From the moment in 1980 when I read an article in the newspaper about Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope, I was captivated,” Ms Bettencourt said. “When he reached the Toronto area, I had the life-changing experience of not only meeting Terry, but of briefly partici-

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Nasir Azam has been the key organizer and passionate supporter of the annual Richmond Hill Terry Fox Run at the Mill Pond. He reminds everyone that the Sept. 16 cancer fundraiser will be a fun family event.

Starts at 7:30 a.m. with open registration until 1 p.m. Participants can do 5 km or 10 km, walking, running, rollerblading, and route is wheelchair accessible. pating in his Marathon of Hope.” “I have remained actively involved since 1980 in various ways from participating as a runner, to my current involvement since 2008 as the founding organizer of the current Terry Fox Run in Oak Ridges,” she added. For his part, Mr. Azam points out that the annual event has always received strong support throughout the community. “I’m so grateful to be part of this community and so thankful that the community has always supported this cause,” said Mr. Azam, who has been living and working in Richmond Hill over the past 10 years and is a key member of the Richmond Hill Rotary Club. “We’re thankful for all the high school students who help out and earn volunteer hours,” he added. “We’re also very thankful to the mayor and councilors for supporting the event and taking part in the run every year.” Mr. Azam expects the Mill Pond Park Terry Fox Run will host anywhere between 300 to

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400 participants, including runners, donors, volunteers, etc. He encourages all residents to participate in this year’s event and to carry on the mission started by Terry Fox. “There will be entertainment for everyone in the family,” said Mr. Azam, who projects the event at Mill Pond Park will raise between $30,000 to $40,00 for the Terry Fox Founda-

tion. “It’s a fun family event and it’s for a great cause.” For further information about the Mill Pond Park Terry Fox Run, contact Nasir Azam at nazam@trebnet.com. To download a pledge form or make a pledge, visit terryfox. org. David Li is a freelance writer.

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THE TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL HAS THE FOLLOWING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE:

For detailed information about these and other positions, including application instructions, deadlines and file numbers, please visit the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Website at www.richmondhill.ca, or view the public bulletin board at any one of the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community centres.

CITIZEN APPOINTMENTS The Mayor and Members of Richmond Hill Council are now accepting applications to fill a citizen vacancy on the Heritage Richmond Hill Committee and invite you to volunteer your time and experience to participate. The membership of the Heritage Richmond Hill Committee includes one citizen member from each ward of the Town, and there is currently a vacancy for a citizen member who would represent Ward 2 (Ward 2 is bound by Stouffville Road to the north, Bayview Avenue to the east, Major Mackenzie Drive East to the south, and Yonge Street to the west.) Application forms are available at the Town of Richmond Hill, Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, and on the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.richmondhill.ca and are due by Friday, September 28, 2012. Information regarding the mandate and meeting time of the committee is available on our website. To be eligible you must be a Richmond Hill resident and/or a property owner, a Canadian citizen, 18 years of age or older, and not employed by the municipality or local board. For more information about the citizen appointments, please contact Gloria Collier, Deputy Clerk, at (905) 747-6363 or by e-mail at gcollier@ richmondhill.ca. Donna L. McLarty, Town Clerk Tel: (905) 771-2529 Fax: (905) 771-2502 E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca

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NEW ALL-WAY STOP AT INTERSECTION OF JEFFERSON SIDEROAD AND LOURAKIS STREET/SELWYN ROAD The Town of Richmond Hill will be installing an all-way stop control at the intersection of of Jefferson Sideroad and Lourakis Street/ Selwyn Road by late August or early September 2012.

All road users (i.e. motorists, cyclists and pedestrians) travelling along Jefferson Sideroad are advised to obey the new stop signs for the eastwest traffic. Further, all road users travelling north-south along Lourakis Street or Selwyn Road are reminded to ensure that all east-west traffic has fully stopped prior to entering/ crossing the intersection.

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Friday, September 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the McConaghy Centre at 10100 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill Join us for an exciting day at the McConaghy Centre. Visit our centre and sample the variety of programs we offer to 55+ Older Adults. We will have program demonstrations, a performance from the McConaghy Choir, door prizes and refreshments. A barbecue lunch will be available for purchase. Bring a friend and come enjoy the day. For more information, please contact the McConaghy Centre at 905-737-1818. Thank you to our sponsor Delmanor Elgin Mills.

Yard waste is collected on designated Mondays throughout the spring, summer and fall. Please put yard waste in reusable containers, brown paper bags, cardboard boxes or tied in bundles. Remember that yard waste in plastic bags will NOT be accepted. The maximum weight is 40 lbs. per item and bag limits do not apply to yard waste collection. Yard waste must be at the curb by 7 a.m. and may not be placed there at any time other than collection days. For more information, call Access Richmond Hill at 905-771-8800.

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2012 CONCERTS IN THE PARK SERIES PRESENTED BY TIM HORTONS Join us for an unforgettable outdoor musical experience at the 38th Annual Concerts in the Park Series. This free series features a dynamic lineup of musical talent catering to a wide variety of musical tastes. So gather your friends and family, bring your lawn chair or blanket and celebrate summer with music! Thursday Evening Concerts at Mill Pond Park Northwest corner of Mill Street and Trench Street Concert: * U %= =\ Barbecue: ] ^ %= = _ ` *FREE PARKING at the Mackenzie Richmond Hill East Staff Parking Lot after 5:30 p.m. Compliments of Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital Thursday September 6, 2012 RICHMOND HILLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GOT TALENT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rescheduled All concerts are held weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, a sign will be posted on the Mill Pond gazebo by 6:30 p.m. that evening. Unfortunately, concerts cannot be rescheduled. The lineup is subject to change. For further information visit www.richmondhill.ca/concerts, see our full page advertisement on page 156 in the Town of Richmond Hill Summer 2012 Recreation Guide or call (905) 771-8870.

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WHERE WILL YOU BE ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22? The Crosby Park Family Fair is being held on September 22 to celebrate Richmond Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first-of-its-kind inclusive park and to % ! q % # # challenged to those with sensory and cognitive impairments and $ % % # { # great activities. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fair will feature interactive activities like tennis lessons from The Wheelchair Sports Association and Blackmore Tennis Club, rides in the RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon, a sports-themed inflatable obstacle course and crafts. There will also be a host of great entertainers, such as Mad Science, The Puppet Tamer and The Argues, and a vending area to grab some lunch (nominal fee fees apply). So, on Saturday, September 22 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. be at Crosby Park to help us celebrate. If parking at the Park is full, additional space is available at the Newkirk Street Go Transit Station Parking Lot. Please Note: This event will take place rain or shine. Crosby Park is located at the northeast corner of Crosby Avenue and Newkirk Road (behind Centennial Pool). For more information about the Crosby Park Family Fair, call Event Services at 905-771-5508 or visit RichmondHill.ca/FamilyFair.

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COUNCIL PUBLIC MEETING Wednesday, October 3, 2012 Concerning Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments

! "#$" 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Offices, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, to notify the public and receive comments on the following applications that have been received by the Town. ITEM 1:

INQUIRIES REFER TO TOWN FILES: D01-12007 & D02-12024 Bruce Robb, Senior Planner 905-771-2459, bruce.robb@richmondhill.ca % & HOUSING YORK INC. to amend the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law for lands known as Lots 8, 9, 10 and Part of Lot 11, Registered Plan 1354 and Lots 43, 44, 45, Block F and Part of Block G, Registered Plan 10030, municipally known as 10415 Yonge Street. The subject lands have a frontage of 54.8 metres (180 feet) on Yonge Street and an area of approximately 7,722m2 (83,122ft2). The proposed Official Plan Amendment would amend the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Downtown Local Centreâ&#x20AC;? designation of the subject lands with respect to permitted building height and density, to permit a mixed-use, high-density residential development consisting of 222 affordable housing units, commercial uses and a number of facilities to be operated by Pathways for Children, Youth and Families of York Region, including a youth centre, emergency and transitional housing and Pathwaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; administrative offices. The height of the proposed building is 10 storeys, ' * "# +/! % & 6""# +/+ % ; 141 parking spaces and a Floor Space Index (FSI) of 2.65. The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment would amend the existing â&#x20AC;&#x153;General Commercial Residential (GCR)â&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Residential Multiple Fifth Density-Special ((RM5-S)â&#x20AC;? zoning of the subject lands according to By-law No 76-91, as amended, to permit the proposed development. ANY PERSON may attend the meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments. Written comments by any person unable to attend the meeting should be mailed/faxed/emailed to the Town Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill to be received no later than 12:00 p.m. noon on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. Please ensure that you include your name and address so that you may be contacted if necessary. The personal information accompanying your submission will become part of the public record. 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 Official Plan Amendment is adopted, 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. 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 Official Plan Amendment is adopted, the person or public body 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 add the person or public body as a party. 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 By-law is passed, 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. 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 By-law is passed, the person or public body 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. > ? JK Q Q Q

& & % & & & U ' % ' U Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P4. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments is available for inspection between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Planning and Regulatory Services Department, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, 4th Floor (telephone: 905771-8910). The Staff Report will be available for pick-up at the Office of the Clerk, Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices, on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 after 3:00 p.m. The Staff Report will also be available on the Town's website www.richmondhill.ca/meetings. Donna L. McLarty, Town Clerk Tel: 905-771-2529 Fax: 905-771-2502 E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca

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COUNCIL PUBLIC MEETING Wednesday, October 3, 2012 Concerning Proposed Zoning By-law Amendments

INQUIRIES REFER TO TOWN FILE: D02-12013 Phoebe Chow, Planner II 905-747-6452, phoebe.chow@richmondhill.ca % & ABRAHAM KAHN and KAYLA KAHN to amend the Zoning By-law for lands known as Part of Lot 7 and Part of Lot 8, Plan 1960, municipally known as 144 Birch Avenue. The subject lands are located at the northeast corner of Birch Avenue and Bathurst Street. The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment would permit a day nursery within an existing single detached dwelling as an additional permitted use. The applicants are % * X Q [ * Q Q use on the subject lands. ITEM 2:

INQUIRIES REFER TO TOWN FILE: D02-12005 Phoebe Chow, Planner II 905-747-6452, phoebe.chow@richmondhill.ca % & RW FORTRESS INC to amend the Zoning By-law for lands known as Lot 26, Plan M807, municipally known as 46 Puccini Drive. The subject lands are located on the north side of Puccini Drive, east of Bathurst Street. The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment would rezone the subject lands from â&#x20AC;&#x153;Residential Suburban A (RSA) Zoneâ&#x20AC;? under By-law 1275, as amended, to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Single Detached Four (R4) Zoneâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Single Detached Six (R6) Zoneâ&#x20AC;? under By-law No. 313-96, as amended, to facilitate the creation of three new residential lots fronting onto Vitlor Drive and one additional residential lot fronting onto Puccini Drive. ITEM 3:

INQUIRIES REFER TO TOWN FILE: D02-12016 Katie Pandey, Planner I 905-771-2470 katie.pandey@richmondhill.ca % & SIAMAK MAHDAVI to amend the Zoning By-law for lands described as Lot 2, Plan 65M-2075 and municipally known as 32 Anglin Drive.

The subject lands are located north of 19th Avenue and east of Yonge Street and have a lot area of 0.279 hectares (0.988 acres). The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment would rezone the subject lands from "Rural Residential (RR1) Zone" under By-law 2325-68, as amended, to "Single Detached Six (R6)" Zone under By-law 235-97, as amended, in order to permit the creation of one additional building lot with appropriate development standards having a lot frontage of 15.24 metres (50 feet) along Anglin Drive.

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INQUIRIES REFER TO TOWN FILE: D02-12012 Katie Pandey, Planner I 905-771-2470, katie.pandey@richmondhill.ca % & VINOTHACHANDRAN SHANMUGARAJAH and ASOKAN THAMBOOSAMY to amend the Zoning By-law for lands described as West Part of Lot 157 and East Part of Lot 158, Plan 202 and municipally known as 22 Elm Grove Avenue. The subject lands are located on the north side of Elm Grove Avenue and west of Yonge Street and have a lot area of 0.149 hectares (0.368 acres). The proposed Zoning By-law Amendments would rezone the _ & `q 6q ; { | X ' } 1275, as amended, to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Single Detached Four (R4) Zoneâ&#x20AC;? under By-law No. 313-96, as amended, to facilitate the future severance of one new residential dwelling lot fronting onto Regatta Avenue. 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 Amendments. Written comments by any person unable to attend the meeting should be mailed/faxed/e-mailed to the Town Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, to be received no later than 12:00 p.m. noon on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. Please ensure that you include your name and address so that you may be contacted if necessary. The personal information accompanying your submission will become part of the public record. 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 By-law is passed, 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. 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 By-law is passed, the person or public body 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. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendments are available for inspection between 8:30 a.m. and +~!# Q}&} * q * J Â&#x20AC; Â Q & ""Â&#x201A; Beaver Creek Road, 4th Floor (telephone: 905-771-8910). The Staff Reports will be available for pick-up at the Office of the Clerk, Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices, on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 after 3:00 p.m. The Staff Reports will also be available on the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website www.richmondhill.ca/meetings.

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Thanks for musical summer As summer unofficially winds down, residents of Richmond Hill have had another season of music and culture to enjoy. It’s not something we should take for granted, as it represents a tangible and welcome addition to our quality of life. Good communities are all about being livable, providing those added extras that transform a bunch of houses and buildings into welcoming places to bring up children and live out retirement years. Free Thursday Concerts in the Park have been adding music and quality entertainment to our summers since 1975. For many residents, sitting on blankets or lawn chairs around the Mill Pond gazebo enjoying quality entertainment is as much a part of summer as sunshine. The fact that concerts expanded to Sunday afternoons at Richmond Green Park is proof of their popularity. Once our downtown theatre was built, the outdoor courtyard soon became another favourite place to enjoy music. Tuesday evening jazz concerts began with just a few people at a small number of tables. This summer, overflowing crowds often brought their own chairs. Have you thanked your local councillor for the sounds of summer? They are your voice at the Town of Richmond Hill, and cultural activities such as these don’t happen without funding and support

LETTER TO EDITOR Not enough to taste Re: Perfect Tastes of the Hill event, almost, column by Marney Beck, Aug. 30. We were at the Taste of the Hill and I agree, there was not enough to taste and no sweets except the ice cream truck. A couple of vendors had run out of food and packed up by the time we went — and one or two had run out but sent for more. It was a beautiful day, though, and the entertainment was good.

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Fine for children, not adults Re: Perfect Tastes of the Hill event, almost, column by Marney Beck, Aug. 30. Apart from Pannini’s veal sandwich and Italian sausage, a corn stand and a couple other eateries including ice cream, there was nothing to compare with October events in previous years. It was a great place for our grandkids, but not for a couple of adults who would like to taste some foods of many excellent local eateries. Suggestion? Call this event a Kidsfest and let’s go back to an October indoor event with many participating local restaurants and pastry shops.

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from your town council. Residents are usually quick to criticize things we don’t like about our town and our councillors. Have you told the mayor or your regional councillor how much you appreciate the cultural activities that bring us out of our homes to enjoy music and dancing with our neighbours? One individual who deserves credit for promoting local culture is Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts theatre manager Michael Grit. Hired in 2006 even before the theatre opened its doors, he has been working to promote not just the theatre, but artistic endeavours of many groups and individuals in the town. Many local performers credit him for giving them more places to perform and connecting them to organizers of key events such as Canada Day, 5Senses Festival and newer events such as Ribfest. Since January of this year, our town has a formal cultural plan, backed by our politicians, which promotes a dynamic and inclusive cultural mosaic — meaning music and theatre that really reflects the myriad of languages and cultures that is modern-day Richmond Hill. Not every town has such a document or has sought citizen input as Richmond Hill has done. Richmond Hill residents should be proud of and grateful for the music and culture of our community.

What would your tribute be to Terry Fox? Many of you recall a courageous one-legged runner heading north up Yonge Street through Richmond Hill way back in July of 1980. Many of you also make one of two Terry Fox fundraisers every September part of your family fall routine. Since Terry’s original cross-Canada marathon to raise our collective consciousness to fight cancer, I have personally participated in a Terry Fox run every single year. I’ve run the Aurora route as a physical fitness test, pulled a wagon bearing my two young children at the Newmarket event, but most often have run or walked the Richmond Hill Mill Pond route in Terry’s honour. Like you, there are numerous people in my life who I think of as I pester friends for pledges or pound the pavement. People such as a beloved aunt and a talented colleague, both taken far too soon by the scourge called cancer. But have you ever thought of how our town should permanently honour Terry Fox? Our councillors decided Richmond Hill should plan for a tangible tribute to Canada’s hero for the 35th anniver-

Marney Beck sary of his Marathon of Hope in 2015. While all options are open, locations along the Yonge Street corridor where he actually made his way to Thunder Bay are preferred. There are numerous ways and times to provide your input, most auspiciously, during the two Terry Fox events next Sunday, Sept. 16. If you’re planning to walk, run or rollerblade the Oak Ridges or Mill Pond Terry Fox routes, look for paper surveys to fill out after you’re finished. As well, a Terry Fox Tribute project

survey will be available at the Richmond Hill Central Library Sept. 10 between 3 and 7 p.m. The town wants your opinion even while you’re shopping or swimming. If you’re at Hillcrest Mall Sept. 22, you can fill out the survey or when you’re at the new Oak Ridges Community Centre Sept. 29. Finally, if you like to go paperless and prefer online options, you can click to a dedicated page on the town’s website — www.richmondhill. ca/TerryFox — or on Facebook: www. facebook.com/TerryFoxTributeInRichmondHill. Think we should have our own statue to Terry? Or a fountain? A garden? An historical marker? Or a park? If you’re a teacher in one of our Richmond Hill schools, there’s even a way classrooms and young students under age 10 can participate and provide feedback. Contact Lise Conde, project manager at 905-7476410 or lise.conde@richmondhill.ca for details. So give the town your ideas and I’ll see you out there next Sunday, running for and remembering the amazing Terry Fox.

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education dollars to allow full-day kindergarten and smaller class sizes. “Working together with our teachers, students and parents, we are making Ontario a global leader in education,” Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty said Tuesday. “It’s important to protect these gains and keep putting our students first in order to build a bright future for our children and grandchildren.” The legislation, the Liberals said, is necessary to ensure a smooth return to school. But Mr. Clegg called that “political grandstanding” designed to confuse byelection voters in Vaughan and Kitchener-Waterloo. The teachers always planned to resume their duties as usual this week, he said.

‘NO DISRUPTION IN SEPTEMBER’ “I can tell you there will not be any disruption due to strike in September,” Mr. Clegg said. But as teachers grow more anxious, frustrated and angry, some are are balking at volunteer duties, he said. Teachers have e-mailed him to say they are uncomfortable volunteering extra time in the strained environment, he said. The union is not advocating teachers opt out of extra-curriculars. “We’ve told them not to do anything other than do their best,” he said. “People will make their choices. “Right now, they’re going on the excitement and adrenalin of a new group of kids in the classroom, but the longer it goes on, it definitely has a wearing effect.” Mr. Clegg, former head of the provincial

federation, said he fielded a constant stream of phone calls Tuesday from teachers worried about what they should do if they are sick or in a vehicle accident in the coming weeks. “We had no answers for them because legislation has not passed and it’s not clearly explained in the legislation.” There are also concerns that the government could claw back sick days and salary increases that came with this week’s paycheques. Existing contracts expired Friday, but without a new deal, are automatically rolled over Sept. 1. Teachers are wondering what to do with that salary increase, some setting it aside in separate accounts in case the government asks for it back. “We’ve told them to consider the implications,” he said. He said his union is most disturbed by statements in Bill 115 indicating no decisions made by the minister or cabinet under the act shall be questioned or reviewed in any court. “Since when do governments in democratic countries try to pass laws that prevent judicial review?”

RESIGNATION PETITION Meanwhile, a petition asking for Ms Broten’s resignation or apology has gathered about 6,200 signatures, including one from a woman identifying herself as Melissa Harding, from Unionville, who commented, “Teachers weren’t expecting to get an increase, but they were expecting to negotiate ... not be dictated to. “You deliberately set out to ram this bill through from the very beginning and vilify the teaching profession. Shame on you.”

Thornhill MPP proposes sick day bill With the province poised to pass a controversial teacher wage freeze bill, and a Thornhill MPP working on another bill — this one taking aim at teachers’ practice of banking sick leave — tensions are mounting in public school classrooms. The Progressive Conservatives voted yesterday to support Bill 115 and the NDP voted against. Last night and this morning were set aside for public consultations with third and final reading set for Monday.

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York Region’s chairperson is inching closer to being an elected position. Second reading of a private member’s bill in the legislature was debated and received unanimous support from all three parties last week. “York Region has a deficiency in democracy,” said Richmond Hill MPP Reza Moridi, who tabled the bill. “It has nothing to do with the current chair(person, Bill Fisch); it has to do with bringing democracy to York Region.” If a final reading is passed, Mr. Moridi’s bill would amend the Municipal Act to dictate that York’s chairperson be elected, as opposed to being appointed by regional council. Mr. Fisch is a “good politician, a good man and he’s done a good job”, but the lengthy transit strike served as an illustration for Thornhill MPP Peter Shurman as to why York should have had an elected chairperson. It’s a tall order to govern York Region effectively and the chairperson has “incredible” and “sweeping” powers, with not much accountability to the taxpayers, he said. “It’s almost like a tsar,” Mr. Shurman added. The bill is contentious and some York politicians have a vested interest in keeping things they way they are, Beaches-East York MPP Michael Prue said. Markham recently voted against Regional Councillor Jim Jones’ motion to support the election of a regional chairperson. Mr. Prue has known Mr. Fisch for more than 20 years and if Mr. Fisch decided to run for election as regional chairperson, many people would vote for him, Mr. Prue said. “It’s about giving people the ultimate power to make decisions,” he said. “If you are afraid of the people as a politician, you are not to be in the game.” Representative democracy is absent in the current system, Oak Ridges-Markham MPP Helena Jaczek said. The average person in York is unaware of the chairperson’s role and an election would provide an opportunity for the candidates to put forward their plans, she said. Newmarket-Aurora MPP Frank Klees went further, saying Mr. Fisch’s title of chairperson and CEO is a conflict, as the two functions are different. The two roles should be separated in the best interest of the region, Mr. Klees said. manufacturer’s

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A family takes a preview walk on the East Humber Trail over the Oak Ridges Moraine - opening officially next Saturday in Oak Ridges. From left are Anna Sorgente with Giuliana, 1, Gianluca Sorgente, 7, Enzo Sorgente with son Alessandro, 3, Samantha Corrente, 10, Amanda Corrente, 8, and Elisa Sorgente, 5. The trail features boardwalks, observation deck, bridges and marshes with numerous flowers and birds. See story facing page.

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Wednesday, September 19th from 2 PM to 3 PM Winter driving can be treacherous but former Police Sergeant Bob Paterson has some great safety tips for seniors. Join us for this very important information session and learn what you need to do to keep yourself safe on the roads this winter. Space is limited so please call to reserve your spot today!

Impor tant Notice York Region District School Board seeks input on Trustee Electoral Areas

FLAVOURS OF RICHMOND HILL Saturday, September 29th from 12 PM to 3 PM Join us as we celebrate our Town’s rich cultural diversity! Come out and sample delicious foods from some of the various ethnic groups who call Richmond Hill home. Plus, there’ll be a chance to win great prizes! RSVP today!

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Community members are invited to participate in public meetings on the trustee electoral areas review. Attendees at the four scheduled meetings will learn more about the review and have the opportunity to provide comments. Background information and six options for the distribution of trustee electoral areas are outlined in a report posted on the Board’s public website at www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca. Markville Secondary School Cafeteria Thursday, September 27, 2012 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Richmond Hill High School Gymnasium Saturday, September 29, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Community members who are unable to attend one of these meetings and would like to obtain additional information or comment on the options can contact Andrew Davidge at Gladki Planning Associates at 416-362-7755 or review@gladkiplanning.com. Feedback submitted by Friday, October 5, 2012 will be considered and used to make a recommendation to the Board of Trustees in late 2012. Visit us at www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca or follow us on Twitter @YRDSB for regular updates on the trustee electoral areas review.

Nearby residents are already enjoying it, but the East Humber Trail in Oak Ridges will be officially opened next weekend. Situated north of King Road between Parker Avenue and Verdi Road, with entrances off Parker Avenue, Vitlor Drive and Verdi Road, the recreational walking and hiking trail boasts an observation deck, three boardwalks, four bridges and numerous seats and benches to admire and soak in the vegetation and landforms of the Oak Ridges Moraine. The lands surrounding the trail are comprised of old fields with some extensive woody vegetation, as well as forested areas with newer plantings and mature, mixed forests. The trail also passes through wetland and wet meadow communities of the East Humber River, which bisects the property diago-

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Secondary Trail Construction in the Oak Ridges Corridor Park (ORCP)

Wednesday, September 12th 2012 Oak Ridges Moraine Eco Centre Program Room 1A 6 – 9 PM The 2006 management plan prepared for the Oak Ridges Corridor Park (ORCP) identifies secondary trails that connect the Oak Ridges community from adjacent residential areas into the conservation area and along the main

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A very old and very large tree toppled over a pathway inside Mill Pond Park Tuesday as a result of continual record rainfall. Nearby Buttonville airport recorded 104 milimetres of rain and lanes on Hwy. 7 had to be closed due to severe flooding.

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The first day back to school was one of the wettest days within the GTA in about three decades. More than 104 millimetres of rain was recorded at Markham’s Buttonville airport.

It rained often, it rained heavy and it was all in one day, Environment Canada senior climatologist and former Aurora resident Dave Phillips said. “It rained during the morning commute and the evening commute,” he said. “And See HURRICANE, page 15.

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there was no let up. This will stand out as an all time biggie because it was all on one day.” Tuesday’s wet weather was a result of moisture in the air left over from Hurricane Isaac, combined with a moving cold front, Mr. Phillips said. “We had all the necessary ingredients,” he said. “That was as close to a Texas gully washer as we’re going to get.” This week’s storm down poured close to 25 per cent more rain than normal, Mr. Phillips said. But the good news is the rain fell over several hours. “I’ve seen close to that amount of rainfall within a couple of hours,” Mr. Phillips said. “Damage would have been far worse if it was all in one episode. Our sewers were not built to take that kind of intensity.” The wettest September on record was 1986, during which 214 mm of rain fell. About 86 mm is normal. Despite the rolling weather this week, the fall model is looking up — a warmer than normal fall. Normal temperatures for this time of year are about 25C. And precipitation levels are already above normal. “It’s going to be a great colour change season,” Mr. Phillips said. “Just because school started doesn’t mean we have to put away our lawn furniture. Summer is still in the air.” And the fall is free energy time, when you don’t need to turn on the air-conditioning or heat. York Region has been on a lucky streak,

with more than 17 months without the mercury dipping below normal temperatures. “Everyone talked about how dry the summer was,” Mr. Phillips said.Yet June, July and August were wetter than normal. “The summer was well watered. But when it rained, oh boy did it really rain.” And predicting temperatures for the winter is easy, even at this early stage. “Last year, we didn’t have a winter,” Mr. Phillips said. “So, anything will be worse than last year. It will come later rather than earlier.” This week’s storm also wreaked havoc on our roads, leading to several closures due to severe flooding, including the Hwy. 404 southbound ramp to Hwy. 7, Hwy. 7 along Hwy. 404 ramps and Warden Avenue in Markham north of 16th Avenue. Join the conversation. Follow @AmandaPersico on Twitter.

LET IT RAIN, LET IT POUR: Here are some of the wettest days in the area: • 121.9 mm – Oct. 15, 1954, Hurricane Hazel, Oak Ridges; • 121.2 mm – Oct. 15, 1954, Hurricane Hazel, Woodbridge; • 78.5 mm – Aug. 27, 1967, Markham; • 80.3 mm – Sept. 10, 1986, Richmond Hill; • 104.8 mm – Sept. 4, 2012, Richmond Hill (Buttonville airport).

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Most folks in their 20s dream big: they want to see the world maybe, or write a book. Alan Springall dreamed both — and he did both. Last weekend, he celebrated his dream come true at Indigo in Richmond Hill signing copies of his newly published book, a strange tale of his travels across Europe with a felon on the run. When Mr. Springall was in his 20s, he answered a want ad from an aging “artist” named Brian, an older man with failing eyesight who was seeking a driver to chauffeur him from his hometown in England to Singapore. There are quotation marks around the “artist” for a reason. This traveller, it turns out, was more con artist than sketchbook artist, but young Alan never knew

that when he signed on for the job. It just looked like an adventure tailor-made for him, an out-ofwork carpenter and boat builder with nothing to lose. Growing up in the little village of Burseledon, near Southampton, he’d never encountered a real criminal before. “Krikey, we had about 5,000 people there, that’s it!”

OLDER AND WISER Mr. Springall is much older and wiser now. At 61, he is living in Thornhill, working as a plant maintenance manager and embarking on a new adventure: a book tour. While he and his companions blundered across the continent, sleeping in campsites from Germany to Athens up to the border of Turkey, he jotted his strange experiences down in a battered journal,

‘When I actually had the book in my hand, it was quite extraordinary.’

confidently telling those he encountered along the way that his adventures would one day be a book. Nearly 40 years later, the diary is just that — a newly self-published book titled Circumstances Unforeseen. The road trip took place in 1976 in a dilapidated, 10-year-old Ford Comet, the trunk jam-packed with canned food, painting canvases, easel, pallet and paints. Lurching and bouncing from one village mechanic to the next, the old vehicle was almost as much a character as the strange man leading the trip. Brian looked to be in his 60s, Mr. Springall recalls; he was moody, unco-ordinated and out-of-shape, clinging to a shoulder-bag packed with cash, insisting on stopping at every bank in every town they passed. It wasn’t until the end of a sixweek run that Mr. Springall discovered his passenger was actually a criminal on the run, a “fraudulent man and a pedophile” who hoped for a final fling and flight from the law. “Imagine being with a guy like that for so long and not knowing! These guys are so smart; they should be doing something else,” he laughs.

Over the ensuing years, Mr. Springall recounted his adventure to friends but didn’t attempt to publish the old journal until recently. His law-breaking passenger was finally nabbed by police, but he wasn’t sure if Brian had buddies and wouldn’t appreciate his literary infamy.

JAIL CELL IN THE SKY A little over a year ago, with Brian long gone to the jail cell in the sky, Mr. Springall decided it was time. These days, he’s signing copies for readers and participating in book lectures, shaking his head at his good fortune. “When I actually had the book in my hand, it was quite extraordinary.” The road trip was a lark, but a learning experience, too, he says, explaining that it taught him “kindness pays dividends in any country” and “a criminal is like any normal person, so clever and deceitful you never know until unusual things take place”. Copies of the book are available at Indigo in Richmond Hill on Hwy. 7 or online, visit www.amazon.ca or www.barnesandnoble.com

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for 14 long months. Special guest David Shamoon will attend the film screening, and as executive producer and screenwriter, he’ll take questions from the audience on the film after it is shown. It will be in English subtitles. In Darkness will be shown at 7 p.m. at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St. Tickets cost $12 and can be purchased in advance through the box office at 905787-8811 or www.rhcentre.ca or at the door beginning at 6 p.m.

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On Saturday, August 25, 2012, Mayor Dave Barrow congratulated the Richmond Hill Seventh-day Adventist Church at 210 Elgin Mills Road West on its 50th anniversary. He addressed the small congregation and hundreds of former members and visitors. The festivities overflowed into outdoor tents and included a sermon by Dr. Allan Handysides, a board-certified gynecologist and current director of the General Conference Health Ministries Department, emphasizing the anniversary theme, “Staying the Course until Jesus Comes.” Other dignitaries included Dan Linrud, Executive Secretary, Ontario Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Karnik Doukmetzian, Adventist lawyer and Vice President of Adventist Risk Management, and several pastors, past and present. Children were engaged in a program of song, games and crafts. Following the church service, guests enjoyed a catered vegetarian luncheon while a continuous slideshow entertained all. Charter members, Shirley Ernstberger and James Mair, were recognized by the church. A musical program featuring Adventist talent closed the celebrations.

A commemorative booklet was issued to all guests. Sincere thanks go out to the sponsors, Oakridge Kitchens, Euphye’s Skin Care & Cosmetics, Bayview Travel, and Gabriel & Mira Hair Design & Boutique. The Richmond Hill Seventh-day Adventist church is more than a building. Some of their successful community endeavours include participation in Canada Week, a community clean-up campaign, and support to the Yellow Brick House Shelter. They are proud and continuous supporters of the Richmond Hill Community Food Bank; they supply fresh food items and toiletries, as well as furniture and school supplies to needy families. They provide health programs like the Coronary Health Improvement Project (CHIP), 8 Weeks to Wellness, Health Fairs, and cooking classes. Their Children’s Ministry department holds a fun vacation bible school (VBS) most summers. You are invited to either call the church at 905-884-5989 if you would like to visit or learn about upcoming programs, or look them up on their website www.rhsda.ca. They hope to welcome you soon!

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Fears of a long and sharp downturn in the housing market are highly exaggerated and premature, particularly for York Region, according to a new CIBC study. Real estate markets will be supported in the coming decade by demographic forces such as population growth and immigration, CIBC deputy chief economist Benjamin Tal said in his report. Ontario is second only to British Columbia in terms of projected growth in housing demand due to demographics in the coming decade, Mr. Tal said. “And within Ontario, I think York

Region will see some of the fastest demographically induced growth, mainly due to immigration.” Overall, the next decade will see annual population growth of 0.9 per cent, Mr. Tal said. That’s in line with growth seen in the past decade. “From a housing market perspective, what counts is not only the change in population of a given age group, but, more importantly, the level of housing market activity among those groups,” he said. “In other words, the group that is most likely to buy a house will grow faster in the coming decade.” Most of the growth in population is due to immigration, which

is likely to outpace currently projected growth due to changes in immigration policy, he said. “What’s more, there is a sig-

nificant jump in the home ownership rate among immigrants as they pass the three-year mark,” Mr. Tal said, adding the propensity

among immigrants to own a house after 10 years in Canada is higher than among Canadians born in Canada.

Housing affordability decreasing in GTA: RBC Owning a home in the GTA is becoming increasingly difficult, according to a report released by RBC Economics last week. Despite a cooling housing market in recent months that saw home resales fall 1.4 per cent, homes listed for sale increased notably in the past few months and prices continued to rise, particularly in single-family homes, RBC senior

economist Robert Hogue said. These increases have contributed to the erosion of housing affordability, Mr. Hogue concluded. The share of household income needed to cover the costs of owning a two-storey home at market prices in the GTA rose to 63.9 per cent in the second quarter this year, from 62.8 per cent in the first quarter, he said. Similarly, the measure for

standard detached bungalows rose 0.9 percentage points, to 54.5 per cent, and the measure for standard condominiums inched up by 0.3 percentage points, to 34.8 per cent. The main factor threatening affordability is an increase in mortgage interest rates, Mr. Hogue said, adding RBC expects the Bank of Canada to start normalizing its interest rate policy early next year.

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Richmond Hill boys bring home provincial silver medal Two weeks after winning the York Simcoe title, the Richmond Hill Phoenix minor mosquito baseball team brought home the silver medal from the A Ontario Baseball Association championships last weekend. The team played seven games in four days at the 20-team tournament and became just the second Phoenix team ever to capture the York Simcoe cham-

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had to dig deep and win their semi-final game that began immediately after. The Phoenix defeated teams from Toronto, Oshawa, Peterborough, Barrie and Oak Ridge before meeting a strong Markham team in the gold medal game — losing an exciting contest 18-13. Head coach John Lindo credited players Logan Lindo, Jake Brown, Joshua

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Young golfers leading their age groups Two Richmond Hill residents led their age group class after taking to the Conestoga Golf and Country Club fairways to compete at the Canadian Junior Golf Association’s Junior Linkster National Championships last Thursday. Kavith Ranchagoda won the Boys 9 and 10 division after carding a two-round, eight-over par 150 (76-74). Ranchagoda won the title by one stroke over Daniel Li of Toronto. In the Girls 9 and Under group, Emily Zhu led all competitors with a two-round,

three-over par 75 (38-37). Zhu finished three strokes ahead of her nearest rival. In the Boys 8 and Under division, Troy Tsai finished second after finishing at twounder par 70 (35-35). Tsai finished four shots behind winner Peter Blazevic of Burlington, who was sixunder par at 66 (34-32). Also at a Junior Linkster event recently at Beaverdale Golf Club in Cambridge, Richmond Hill golfers were near the top of the pack. Markham’s Carlito Reyes won the Boys 9-10 Division after recording a nine-over par 76. Reyes won the title by one stroke over Kavith Rachagoda and Jeffrey Fang, both of Richmond Hill, who each finished at 10-over through 36 holes. In the Girls 10-13 grouping, Hailey McLaughlin of Markham led the pack with a 14-over par 81. She won the title by four shots over Emily Zhu of Richmond Hill. For more on the CJGA, log on to: www.cjga.com - Michael Hayakawa

Shooter earns silver, gold at Ontario Games Katie Stoakes exhibited good aim when she took to the Maple Leafs Marksmen Club shooting range in St. Catharines in a competition that was part of the recent Ontario Summer Games. The 18-year-old Richmond Hill native and Richmond Green Secondary School student came away with three medals — two silver and one gold. Entered in the Junior Women 17 years or older division, Stoakes, who was representing the North West division, shot her way to silver medals in the individual prone rifle and three position (prone, standing and kneeling) rifle competitions. Also competing with three other North West entrants in the Team Three Position (prone, standing and kneeling) Rifle, Stoakes was part of a contingent that claimed the coveted gold medal. - Michael Hayakawa

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THURSDAY, SEPT. 6 Enjoy free, extra Concert in the Park at Mill Pond Park Sept. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the park at the corner of Mill Street and Trench. Enjoy rescheduled Richmond Hill’s Got Talent, sponsored by The Liberal, featuring Derek Christie and his band, Tajja Isen, Terence Munsey, the Richmond Hill Centennial Pipe Band and Liam Kelly. Bring a blanket, chairs and your own picnic, or purchase barbecued hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, sausages, drinks, freezies and ice cream treats (in limited quantities) with proceeds supporting concert series.

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Everyone is invited to Selichot at Temple Kol Ami Sept. 8 as the high holy days begin. Join in discussion, prayer and community. At 8:15 p.m., view the movie Defending Your Life, followed by discussion on themes of justice and forgiveness. Dessert oneg and late-night Selichot service starts at 11 p.m. Kol Ami is at 36 Atkinson Ave., Thornhill. For details, visit www.templekolami.ca

Shaar Shalom Synagogue, at 2 Simonston Blvd., Thornhill invites knitters and crocheters of all ages to join its Mitzvah opening session for the season Sept. 10 at 7:15 p.m. in the Sisterhood Wing. If you can’t knit, but would like to learn, you are welcome; sessions are biweekly Monday evenings. For more, contact the synagogue office at 905-889-4975.

for family and friends of those striving to overcome an eating disorder, starting Sept. 13 from 5 to 6 p.m. at 75 Fernstaff Crt., Unit 18, Vaughan, (near Dufferin and Langstaff). Facilitated by psychotherapist specializing in eating disorders; nominal fees to cover expenses. For details or to register online, visit www.edoyr.com or call 906-886-6632.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 12

Ovation! Performing Arts Academy will host an adults only sneak preview night Sept. 13 at 7:30 p.m., at their studio in Richmond Hill, 556 Edward Ave., unit 60 (off Elgin Mills, between Yonge and Bayview). Many adults may want to try classes in singing, dancing and acting but think sessions are just for children. Meet teachers and other adults for free refreshments and find out more. RSVP to chris@ovationarts. ca; for more, visit www.ovationarts.ca

FRIDAY, SEPT. 7 The Oak Ridges annual Drive-In Movie Night, hosted by the Oak Ridges Fair Committee, will be held Sept. 7 starting at dusk (approximately 7:30 p.m.). Movie Pirates: Band of Misfits will be shown at Dr. Bette Stephenson Learning Centre parking lot (Yonge Street at Regatta Drive). Free to all; snacks available for sale. Visit www.oakridgesfair.com for details. The Richvale Lions and Lioness clubs present a Texas hold ‘em poker tournament, Sept. 7 at Bayview Hill Comunity Center, 114 Spadina Rd., Richmond Hill. Registration starts at 6:15 p.m., game starts at 7 p.m. $40.00 buy-in all goes into prize pool; snacks and refreshments available. Further details, call 905-762-9562.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 9

The monthly meeting of the Lyme Support Group in Richmond Hill, Sept. 12, will feature Dr. Jozef Krop, a leader in environmental medicine with experience working with individuals with lyme disease. Meeting will start with networking at 6:30 p.m. at Bayview Hill Community Centre’s Teasdale room, 114 Spadina Rd., south of Major Mackenzie Drive East, Richmond Hill, with presentation at 7 p.m., followed by question-and-answer session at 8 p.m. Cost $5 to cover expenses. For details, e-mail jvaccaro-chang@rogers.com

Just Friends, a social group for mature couples and singles is having a membership drive Sept. 9 at 1:30 p.m. at Panera, 9350 Yonge St., Richmond Hill (near Hillcrest Mall). Make new friends and enjoy social interaction in various activities throughout the month. No membership fees. For details, call Rose at 905780-0814 or just drop by.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 8

Beth Avraham Yoseph of Toronto youth present their first Youth Fair Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the synagogue, located at 613 Clark Ave. W. in Thornhill. The free fair will highlight youth programming and local businesses and services catering to youth in our community. For details, visit www.bayt.ca or contact Rich Winkler, BAYT youth director at rich@bayt.ca.

The Thornhill Garden and Horticultural Society’s Plant Sale will be held Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Thornhill Community Centre, northwest corner parking lot (Bayview and Green Lane). A great variety of shrubs, perennials, garden books and tools available at reasonable prices. For info, contact Graham Duncan at 905-886-3507 or brendunc@bell. net.

Experience the art of laughtercise and meditation techniques with the Richmond Hill Laughter Club Sept. 10 at McConaghy Community Centre, 10100 Yonge St., room 201 from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Fee: $5 to cover costs. For details, visit www.freewebs.com/rhlaughterclub or e-mail rhlaughterclub@gmail.com

Richmond Hill Senior Citizens Club 35 will present its welcome back barbecue and general meeting Sept. 12 at McConaghy Seniors Centre, starting at 12 noon with meeting starting at 1 p.m. Come out and bring a friend. Coffee, tea served at meeting. If you wish to attend the barbecue, confirm with Grace Bly at 905-770-1448.

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THURSDAY, SEPT. 13 Not-for-profit Eating Disorders of York Region presents a six-week support group

FRIDAY, SEPT. 14 Toronto Cat Rescue presents an adopta-thon weekend Sept. 14 through 16 at PetSmart Vaughan, 7575 Weston Rd. Lots of loving cats and kittens waiting for good home; adoption fees reduced to $100, includes first set of vaccinations, spay/neuter, and six weeks of free pet insurance. For details, visit www. torontocatrescue.ca or call 416-538-8592. A euchre night will be hosted by the Richvale Lioness Club Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Langstaff Community Centre, 155 Red Maple (corner Bantry), Richmond Hill. Admission $5; prizes and snacks. All welcome; proceeds will go to community support.

This is no ordinary opera Shoshana Friedman is both soloist and musical director of Opera Luminata, offering three shows next week.

Opera Luminata will perform three shows at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, one Sept.14 at 8 p.m.and two shows Sept.15 at 2 p.m. and again at 8 p.m. This is not your usual opera and involves both pyrotechnics and special effects, presented by show producer Ray Brazeau, formerly of Richmond Hill and now living in Newmarket.Anyone enjoying Canada Day fireworks at Richmond Green will be familiar with Mr.Brazeau’s musical spectacle. By combining opera, musical theatre and contemporary songs with exciting pyrotechnic, lighting and atmospheric effects with a touch of comedy, Opera Luminata reaches a broader audience. Opera Luminata’s soprano soloist and musical director, Shoshana Friedman, is also a former Richmond Hill resident.She’s had an extensive stage and concert career, including singing the role of Anne Frank in the Canadian premiere of Grigori Frid’s opera The Diary of Anne Frank. The Opera Luminata show features tenors Aditya Ranganathan of Aurora and Freeyon Chung of Markham, both active in musical theatre and the classical arts in York Region for many years. Enjoy songs from Phantom of the Opera, Carmen and The Prayer (made popular by Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli). Tickets range from $35 to $70; visit rhcentre.ca or operaluminata.com for details.

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camp and being the first representative from the Empoli FC club to visit York Region, he was impressed with the talent he saw and

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Justin Soscia made the most of his time when exhibiting his soccer skills at a camp hosted by the York Region Shooters Soccer Club on their St. Joan of Arc Catholic High School pitch in Maple. A centre back with the Shooters’ reserve team, the 16-year-old Richmond Hill resident earned a trip to Italy, where he will have an opportunity to go to school and train with soccer coaches with the Empoli FC soccer club. A student at St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic High School, Soscia caught the attention of Luis Pomares, who works with the Empoli FC club and was in attendance at the Shooters’ camp that played host to a number of players from the Greater Toronto Area. What impressed Pomares most of Soscia was his size, skill level, character and his attitude, cited Sam Medeiros, Shooters’ academy director, who along with Anita Kovacevic, had been working with Empoli since earlier this year to organize the camp. “Exactly what it takes if they’re going to spend their resources on developing a player,” Medeiros said of what Soscia brought to the table. Soscia will join those picked by Pomares from Canada and Europe, in Italy, for an international trial where Empoli FC and other teams will be on hand to watch tryouts for a week.

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felt it was well worth the trip to Canada. “It was a great experience,” Pomares said.

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Richmond Hill’s Justin Soscia has earned a trip to Italy where he’ll hone his soccer skills and attend school. From there, players head to the school, located in central Italy between Florence and Rome in Umbria Region. As for what Pomares witnessed at the

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the Estate of Shirley Emily Marie Murphy Date of Death May 17, 2012. I, the undersigned, propose to distribute the assets of the Estate of Shirley Emily Marie Murphy, late of the Town of Richmond Hill in the Regional Municipality of York, Retired Clerk, and will be responsible only for claims of which I have notice and which are received by me on or before the 30th day of September, 2012. DATED at Richmond Hill this 30th day of August, 2012. Robert H. Blackburn, Estate Trustee, 10800 Yonge Street, 3rd Floor Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C 3E4

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