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Alleged fraud victim hunts down handyman By Jeremy Grimaldi

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raudsters are infamous for winning — taking people’s money, spending it and leaving a slew of victims in their wake. But Steven Morrison wasn’t prepared to be a victim. In spring, he wanted a deck built in his backyard and it didn’t take long to find a handyman service advertised on Kijiji. When he was visited by a man the next day, Morrison said he was immediately confronted with a request for a $2,500 deposit so the carpenters could get to work. Morrison paid $500, withholding the other $2,000 until post holes were dug the following day. He says that was the last time he saw the Vaughan handyman at his home. After calling the handyman’s cellphone over and over again, he says he’d get responses like: “What are you going to do about it?” “Sue me” and “Have a nice day”. “I might have just let it go, but he was taunting me,” the subcontractor from Burlington said. “I’m Scottish — we never let anything go.” Nonetheless Morrison would soon find out there was a reason behind the handyman’s alleged bluster. When he went to the police they told him because work had technically been completed on his backyard project it became a “civil matter”. The courts said the same thing. So Morrison turned investigator himself. He began posting on Kijiji, even paying for the advertisements, calling the man a scammer, to which a number of other victims responded. In one case, he said the handyman simply lifted a few baseboards at the home of a woman in Milton before disappearing. There were

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A look at how student streaming and credit caps are affecting how young people plan for their future Tara Hatherly

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It has been 13 years since Ontario eliminated its official 13th year of school - then known as OAC - amid a controversial curriculum change that was supposed to end student streaming. The official 13th year, called Grade 13 until the 1980s when it was replaced by OAC (Ontario Academic Credit), was phased out in 2003 by the Progressive Conservative government. But could another change made when OAC was eliminated - introducing applied and academic course options - be making it hard for students to finish in four years with the credits they need to succeed and decreasing the likelihood some students will excel, while effectively continuing to stream students? Applied and academic credits are meant to be “mix and match,” but most students take courses in one or the other. Academic credits are typically required for university. “In a lot of cases, students pick applied because they think it will be easier, and then ironically they are much less likely to be successful in the applied stream. There’s so much evidence that says it’s a bad idea to divide kids, particularly in that first grade of high school. It limits choices, it closes doors, it sometimes sets kids up for failure,” said Annie Kidder, founder and executive director of advocacy group People for Education. “There are kids who either aren’t graduating, or who are getting to Grade 12 and realizing that there are doors that are already closed to them that got closed when they made that choice in Grade 8.” The courses replaced vocational, college and university streams, and are meant to teach the same curriculum in different ways. Academic courses study essential and related concepts with a theoretical approach, while applied teach essential concepts in a more prac-

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Grade 12 students work independently during teacher Hugh Tran’s math class last month at Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School. tical, hands-on way. According to Ontario’s Education Quality and Accountability Office, of students who demonstrate strong math skills in grades 3 and 6, those who take applied math courses in high school are less likely to continue earning high marks. Lowered expectations, and in turn, lowered effort, for kids in applied courses has been floated by education experts as one potential cause for the disparities. In math, 83 per cent of Ontario Grade 9 students in academic courses met or exceeded the provincial standard this year, while only 45 per cent of applied students hit the mark. In English, 92 per cent of Grade 10 students successfully completed this year’s Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test, while only 47 per cent of

high school. A 34-credit threshold introduced by the provincial “It’s a bad idea to divide kids, was Liberals in 2013. After 34 credits, particularly in that first grade of the government decreases funding to school boards for most students. high school. It limits choices, it Students wanting to earn more closes doors, it sometimes sets than 34 credits must get approval from their board, and may have to kids up for failure.” take courses through continuing education. Annie Kidder, “Over a decade ago, Ontarians founder, People For Education moved to four years of high school, but many students are still taking applied students were successful. that additional fifth year, even after A study by the Toronto Dis- graduating,” said a government trict School Board, Ontario’s larg- statement at the time. “We need est school board, suggests 60 per to shift the culture in our schools cent of students who take applied and encourage students to graducourses in Grade 9 don’t graduate and move on to the next stage ate within five years, compared to in their lives after four years.” 14 per cent of those who choose Needing to replace applied credacademic. its with academic or raise marks in It takes 30 credits to graduate a completed course, or switching

career paths and needing different courses, to get to post-secondary programs, can leave students wanting more than 34 credits. “I think we need to allow for the vast amount of change that happens to young people,” Kidder said. “Obviously it can’t be unlimited and there have to be boundaries in this, but the problem always with capping anything is are there people who lose from that, and I think in this case 34 may be too low.” Education Minister Mitzie Hunter and Education Critic Patrick Brown declined to be interviewed for this article, after weeks of correspondence with their representatives, with Hunter citing a lack of availability. “When selecting their courses in Grades 9 and 10, students are not expected to make binding decisions about a particular educational or career pathway,” said Ministry of Education spokesperson Heather Irwin. “However, they should try to ensure that they have the prerequisites required for future courses they plan to take. Schools must make provisions to allow students to make changes in direction and must clearly describe these provisions in their school program/course calendar.” But the provisions, which can include a half-credit summer course, seem to present a barrier. During the 2014-2015 school year, only three per cent of schools reported students often transfer from applied to academic courses, while 43 per cent reported transfers happen never or not very often, according to a People for Education study. During a government announcement about child care Friday, Sept. 23, Metroland Media Central reporter Cynthia Reason asked Hunter if Ontario would consider reviewing the academic and applied separations in Grade 9. Hunter said the ministry is consulting with school boards, some of which, she noted, have requested the separations be eliminated.

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Is students’ potential being limited?

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Monday, October 24 – Council – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 26 – Council Public Meeting – 7:30 p.m. Monday, November 7 – Committee of the Whole – 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 9 – Council Public Meeting – 7:30 p.m. Agendas for all meetings are available on the Town’s website under the Council section“Meetings and Agendas” tab. Council meetings will be held at the Municipal Offices, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, 1st floor.

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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.

Proclamation The Council of the Town of Richmond Hill hereby declare October as Child Abuse Prevention Month October 16 to 22 as “Ontario Public Library Week”and October 21st as “Blue Shirt Day – Stop Bullying Day” and October 24th as World Polio Day

Employment Opportunities The Town of Richmond Hill has the following employment opportunities currently available: • Lifeguards & Swimming Instructors • School Crossing Guards • Fitness Instructor For detailed information about these and other positions, including application instructions, deadlines and file numbers, please visit the Town’s Website at RichmondHill.ca/Employment or view the public bulletin board at any one of the Town’s community centres.

Community Information REMEMbRANCE DAY SERVICE SuNDAY, NoVEMbER 6, 11 A.M. Richmond Hill’s annual Remembrance Day Service will take place at the Cenotaph (located at 10100 Yonge Street) on Sunday, November 6 at 11 a.m. The March of Remembrance will form at 10 a.m. at the northwest corner of Wright and Yonge Streets and will proceed south on Yonge Street at 10:30 a.m. All ex-service personnel are invited to take part in the March to the Cenotaph and residents are invited to attend the Service. Following the Service, a reception will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion (Br. 375) at 233 Centre Street East. Everyone is welcome.

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adultS 55+ Halloween party We are having a party, and you’re in for a scary good time! It’s a Halloween bash, so dress up if you dare and see if you can recognize your friends. A delicious lunch will be served followed by an afternoon of spooky fun and entertainment. You might even win a few door prizes! date: Friday, October 28 time: 12 p.m. place: McConaghy Centre, 10100 Yonge Street member fee: $15 (Barcode: 624467) non-member fee: $20 (Barcode: 624468) For further information contact the McConaghy Centre at 905-737-1818.

SHeep StringS Café – tHe Knitting SoCial Club Attention all avid knitters: pack up your knitting projects, ideas and sense of humour and enjoy the evening with others who share the same craft. A great opportunity to trade patterns, share ideas or just socialize with new friends. A facilitator will be on hand to offer assistance with your project. Coffee and Tea provided. date: Thursdays time: 7 - 9 p.m. location: Heritage Centre, 19 Church Street South Cost: $6 This is a drop-in program, registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Richmond Hill Heritage Centre at 905-780-3802.

SpooKy mill pond tour Back by popular demand our evening tours bring out the interesting facts and foibles of our unique town. We will meet at mill pond gazebo (Mill Pond Park is located on Mills Street, at Trench Street) and venture out into the neighbouring village backstreets and share stories from the past while enjoying the sites by lantern light. Maybe a ghost or two will join us! Please bring a lantern or flashlight. Costumes encouraged! The tour will be about 1.5 hours long. For more information please call the Heritage Centre at 905-780-3802.

notiCe of time CHange - regular publiC meeting of tHe poliCe ServiCeS board newmarket - Please be advised that the York Regional Police Services Board regular public meeting on october 26, 2016 will begin at 2:00 p.m. rather than 9:00 a.m. as originally posted. The meeting will be held at its regular location: York Region Administrative Centre, Committee Room A, 17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket, Ontario. accessible formats or communication supports are available upon request.

SportS Hall of fame Committee – aCCepting appliCationS now

Deadline: Friday, October 28, 2016, 4:30 p.m. We are seeking community members who have a keen interest in sport and who are willing to participate in overseeing the activities, events and exhibitions of the Sports Hall of Fame. Experience in marketing, promotion, event planning, fundraising or exhibit design would be an asset. To be eligible, you must be a Richmond Hill resident or member of a Richmond Hill sports organization and 18 years of age or older. The Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame honours the athletes and teams who have achieved excellence in sport, and builders who have made major contributions to sport in Richmond Hill. Applications are available at Richmondhill.ca/Sportshall and are due by Friday October 28, 2016, 4:30 p.m. For more information please contact Karin Ash, Manager of Cultural Services at 905-508-7012, ext. 225 or email at karin.ash@richmondhill.ca.

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hen we’re young we make a lot of mistakes - big ones, little ones, and some that can be life altering. Unprotected sex can lead to unwanted pregnancy or disease. Drug and alcohol abuse can do permanent harm to a growing body and lead to life-long addiction. These are human mistakes, and as much as we might wish, they are impossible to guard against, particularly for young people whose judgement may not yet be refined. Surely, we should not design a school system that also provides risks of permanent harm to stillunwise young people who make a bad choice in setting their academic course. The curriculum change in 2003 - which followed the end of the Ontario Academic Credit - was intended to end student streaming with the addition of applied and academic learning, but as one education advocate says, this change has effectively laid a trap for students. The elimination of a fifth year of high school, along with a cap on credits the province will fund (34 is the maximum unless the board approves it), essentially ties the hands of a student trying to get ahead. If a student decides early on to eschew academic courses for the apparently easier applied courses, upgrading later on may be hindered by bureaucracy. As Annie Kidder, founder and executive director of advocacy group People for Education, said in Metroland Media’s feature article on this issue “we need to allow for the vast amount of change that happens to young people”. The group’s report ‘Applied or Academic: High Impact Decisions for Ontario Students’ surveyed Ontario schools and found only 20 per cent of schools with grades 7 and 8 reported having a guidance counsellor on staff, and most of those positions were part-time. If a student in Grade 8 doesn’t have the maturity to envision their life after four years, then provisions need to be put in place to give these young minds the right support, at the right time. The Ministry of Education has heard from several boards wanting the applied and academic streams to be scrapped in Grade 9, to give kids a level playing field in their first year, then they can decide how to move forward. It would be a mistake to take options and opportunity away from students just as they’re getting started.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Trump’s presidential bid can’t be successful Re: Could Canada elect a Trumplike leader, Sept. 29. Being a dual citizen and living in Canada for the last 20 years, thank goodness for the small things in life. At the very beginning, with Trump trying to get the Republican nomination, I just laughed it off. Certainly, I knew he’d be out of the race in no time. I would listen to some of the ridiculous comments he made and how much of an unintelligent person he is and never thought of him possibly retaining the nomination. Months have passed and now I can no longer ignore what is in front of me. This man is not a politician, doesn’t know how to act in public, everything out of his month is lies, he doesn’t pay people that work for him, says he can not show his taxes for last year because he is being audited — he can show his

taxes, he just doesn’t want to — he is a huge bully, a bigot, can not control or give an opponent their turn to speak without interrupting and one of the biggest and most ridiculous comments from his mouth has been that he has a good temper. I could go on and on because he has given us so many awful traits/ examples, but I won’t. I’ve even had family members living in the United States who have already asked me if I have extra room in my home. They said it jokingly, but I know better. There are very troubling days ahead and I can only hope the outcome will not be a Republican.

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Observatory lands plan doesn’t consider wildlife Re: Richmond Hill gives go ahead to ‘destination park’, Oct. 6. The town’s decision to gentrify the observatory lands with a

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PERSONAL EFFECTS INYOURWILL The Wills Lawyers If it is your intention to leave particular items in your will to relatives and friends who have meant a lot to you, your thoughts are most likely to turn to particular items such as jewellery, antiques, paintings, furniture and collectible items. If you are going to leave specific personal effects of this nature in your will, here is something to think about. What if the gift you are leaving is not there when you pass away? For example, you may wish to leave your sister your china figurine. If that figurine is broken or missing when you die, what gift, if any, will she get? This is why you may wish to instruct your lawyer to draft your will so that a replacement gift will be provided to the person who would have received the original gift which was lost or destroyed. In the above example, a replacement gift could be left for your sister, such as a crystal vase. Following this line of thought, what if the gift is there but your sister predeceases you? If you wish some other person to take the gift, you Les & Michelle Kotzer should speak to your lawyer about specifically providing for another person to receive it. For example, if your sister is not alive when you die, you may want her daughter to receive the gift in her place. If you have a list of personal effects which you wish to distribute under your will, you can speak to your lawyer about preparing a binding memorandum for the purpose of distributing such personal items among your beneficiaries. This binding memorandum would be incorporated by reference in your will. You should be aware that such a memorandum cannot be changed unless you prepare a proper legal amendment to your will known as a codicil, or unless you prepare a brand new will. If you find that a binding memorandum is too restrictive for your requirements, there is another alternative available to you. It is sometimes referred to as a non-binding personal effects memorandum. It is not binding on your executor, but it does express your wishes as to who will get what after you die. This type of memorandum is not part of your will, but it is usually kept with your personal papers. Because of its non-binding nature, it would apply more to items of sentimental value than to items of monetary value. One word of advice: it would not be wise to utilize a non-binding memorandum to give items of significant value. Here are a few practical points relating to personal effects in your will: 1. In your will or memorandum, avoid using general phrases such as “my antiques” because such phrases are hard to define and may create confusion and even arguments among your beneficiaries. For example, it is quite clear that an antique would be descriptive of an item which was from the era of the 19th century. However, it is not so clear that an item manufactured during the 1950’s is an antique. The search for a definition may well lead your beneficiaries to the courthouse. 2. If you are leaving a gift to someone who lives far away, who will pay the cost of packing, storage and shipping? Your failure to specify the party who has the obligation to pay for such charges is likely to cause the recipient of the gift to argue with your estate over who will bear the costs if such costs are substantial. 3. Your will or memorandum must adequately identify the gift you are leaving. For example, if you have three diamond rings each of which has separate characteristics, and each of which has a different value, you may be sowing the seeds of a fight if, in your will or memorandum, you say “I give my diamond ring to my daughter, Mary Smith”. An example of proper identification would be something to the following effect: “To give to my daughter Mary Smith, my 18kt diamond gold ring with the inscription of my initials on the inside of the ring”. 4. It is often helpful to prepare a video to assist you in describing the gifts which you are leaving in your will or memorandum. 5. From a common sense point of view, if there are certain maintenance instructions which are necessary in order to preserve or maintain a gift which you are leaving to someone in your will, you should take some steps to pass along those instructions to your executor or beneficiary, as the case may be.

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Town launches improved website This month we officially launched the new and improved website, RichmondHill.ca. We’ve been working for more than a year to build a new site that’s designed to make it easier for you to find the information you’re looking for. The website navigation is much more user friendly with dropdown menus, quick links, and all of the key information right on the home page. Fillable forms and applications help make it easier to acquire documents such as marriage licences and parking permits. The news and notices section has all of the latest Richmond Hill information and you’ll be able to use a fully interactive and colour-coded event calendar, and community groups can submit events to the calendar. If you’re looking for parks to visit, the website has a parks and facilities directory with interactive

Mayor Dave Barrow map and search features. And don’t worry if you’re out and about and want to find that park or any other information - our website is mobile friendly so you can use it on your phone or tablet. We grouped information together so families, youth and adults 55-plus can find information that’s specific to them. Special pages are also available for specific topics, such as mayor and council, to help you find what you are looking for all in one place. Staff worked hard over the past year to make this an accessible website with

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features and added options to make it usable by people of all abilities and capabilities. You can now sign up for notifications for specific topics or events to help you stay up to date on items that are important to you, such as park openings or winter maintenance. We created the new website with your needs in mind every step of the way. We want to make it easier for you to find what you’re looking for online, enhance self-service, and make it easier to communicate with us. Thank you to those who participated in user testing and provided feedback along the way. I hope you’ll take the time to visit the website at richmondhill.ca, give us your feedback and visit often. — Richmond Hill Mayor Dave Barrow writes a monthly column.

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Man faces fraud charges other complainants in Mississauga, Toronto and Markham. Eventually Kijiji banned Morrison, suggesting he was a rival contractor trying to smear the man’s name. So he turned to posting details on consumer websites and began a calling campaign against the man, ringing his “countless” phones and businesses names over and again.

‘I might have just let it go, but he was taunting me. I’m Scottish — we never let anything go.’ After he looked up real estate records and found out where the man lived, Morrison even knocked on his door, snapping a photograph of the man while the two argued on what Morrison called the man’s rented “million-dollar” Concord property. After weeks of the campaign, the handyman eventually called Morrison, saying he’d pay back the money, noting that he was “costing” him “a fortune”. But the money never came. Morrison eventually grew so enraged with the lack of action by police, he gathered five of the handyman’s alleged victims and they went to Halton police together as a group.

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After the residents were told to make police reports in their own jurisdictions, Toronto police acted, charging Eugene Ostrovski with fraud under $5,000, forgery and uttering forged documents. The allegation include the suggestion he created and used fake sales orders and took money and materials, but never rendered any services. He is also facing fraud charges in Barrie. Turns out this is not his first encounter with police. In two separate incidents with York police, one in 2014 and another in 2015, Ostrovski pleaded guilty to three counts of fraud. Despite the charges though, Morrison isn’t quite willing to declare himself a winner just yet. He said as of Monday, Ostrovski was still posting advertisements on Kijiji, offering his services. Ostrovski declined to comment when contacted by yorkregion.com

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Mazda makes torque vectoring standard Story and photos by Jim Robinson Metroland Media ESTEREL, PQ: In a bold marketing move, Mazda will make torque vectoring standard across its entire model line-up, starting with the 2017 Mazda3 sedan and hatchback. Mazda calls it G-Vectoring Control (GVC) that essentially blends braking, steering and acceleration for a more precise and stable feel to the driver and passengers. The result of eight years of development, GVC is billed as the “world’s first technology to adjust engine torque in response to steering inputs in order to control these forces in a unified way and optimize the vertical loading of each tire to realize smooth and efficient vehicle behaviour.” GVC takes in steering inputs and shifts torque as needed while also reducing engine torque, if required, resulting in a more linear response that feels more stable to the senses. Mazda did years of studying the human body and found our heads move a bit side to side and back and forth when we walk, but our brains are wired to cancel this out. When it comes to driving, Mazda engineers found the use of GVC quells body roll and pitch and yaw and eliminated much of the unconscious driver muscle corrections, making for a much more relaxing ride as well as on-centre precision that is greatly increased. Also available with GVC is Mazda’s suite of driver and safety aids called i-Activsense, that includes Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC), Smart Brake Support (SBS), Advanced Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) with pedestrian recognition, Lane-keep Assist System (LAS), Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM). If this sounds like the ingredients for semi-au-

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Honda has developed a short range ‘Micro Commuter’ electric vehicle for use by Japanese confectionary maker, Toshimaya. The car is a joint development with Kabuku Inc., and is based on an open innovation model which incorporates the idea of variable design platform. The vehicle uses a chassis constructed from Honda’s rigid but lightweight pipe frame structure, and 3D printing techniques have been used to create the exterior panels and luggage space.

The Micro Commuter is powered by Honda’s Micro EV technology, designed for short-range trips up to approximately 80 km (50 miles). This unique car differs from other examples of Honda micro EVs in providing space for a driver only and a generous space to carry deliveries of sweet treats. It will conduct local deliveries of Toshiyama’s most famous product, dove shaped shortbread, ‘Hato sable’.

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For the third year in a row, the Dodge brand, along with its long-running Caravan Kids program, is lacing up as a co-presenting sponsor of the Rogers Hometown Hockey Tour and broadcast on Sportsnet. Visiting 24 new Canadian communities throughout the 2016-17 NHL season, the cross-country Rogers Hometown Hockey tour kicked off in Newmarket this past weekend. Every stop features two jam-packed days of activities and celebrations, including entertainment, music, NHL alumni and local heroes. Each community is highlighted in the Rogers Hometown Hockey pre-game show, hosted by Canadian icon Ron MacLean and Rogers personality Tara Slone, live on-site and headlined by an NHL game broadcast every Sunday evening on Sportsnet. In-broadcast, FCA Canada will feature the all-new Canadian-built Chrysler Pacifica in 10 segments called ‘A Ride With …’ that will see former NHL teammates from legacy Canadian and Original Six teams make return visits to the NHL cities that defined their careers. These alumni will also visit old stomping grounds, arenas, homes, hangouts, friends and family who left lasting impressions on their lives. Also present in-broadcast will be a spotlight on FCA’s local

Dodge Caravan Kids teams. Entering its 11th season, the Dodge Caravan Kids program is a joint effort between participating Canadian amateur hockey organizations, FCA Canada and local Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram retailers. Sponsored teams also have the chance to win up to $500 in additional funding through the Dodge Caravan Kids Photo Contest and be chosen to be featured as the Dodge Caravan Kids Team of the Week on Rogers Hometown Hockey, airing Sunday nights throughout the season. Teams can sign up at DodgeCaravanKids.ca or LesRecruesDodge.ca, along with an opportunity there to enter the Breakaway Giveaway contest.

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Also offered on automatics is the i-ELOOP regenerative braking system — now a standalone option. For 2017 Mazda revised the front and rear damper structure making it tauter along with new front stabilizer bushings. My co-driver, who occasionally drives too fast unless admonished, gave it his best with the GVC soaking up whatever he had to give. Mazda has made some subtle, but effective, exterior design changes, starting with a bigger and lower grille treatment and even more cat-like highlights. At the rear, some of the character lines have been smoothed out for a more rounded look, with the black lower valance panel practically eliminated. Inside there were detail changes to the gauge cluster, steering wheel and panel trim but the most noticeable is a new heads-up display that is now in colour with more information displayed. Cargo volume on the sedan is 350 litres. On the hatchback, cargo is 572 litres with the back seat up and 1,334 litres folded. Pricing is also big news, with the base Mazda3 sedan with GVC and manual transmission starting at $15,900. The mid-range GS starts at $20,300 and the toptrim GT starts at $24,000. For a hatchback, or Sport as Mazda calls it, add $1,000. Above all, the Mazda3 with its improved handling still retains what it calls the “Soul of a Sportscar”. Want a Miata sportscar that seats up to five? Then the 2017 Mazda3 with GVC is for you.

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Councillors give green light to tennis strategy Kim Zarzour

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Richmond Hill is poised to become a centre for tennis enthusiasts. With local tennis stars Milos Raonic and Denis Shapovalov inspiring a growing number of residents to take up the sport, Richmond Hill councillors decided Wednesday night it’s time to serve up better facilities. They voted unanimously to approve a tennis strategy that would see improvements to current facilities and the construction of 12 new courts and a new indoor facility over the coming years. The new strategy, outlining a clear vision and action plan for the growth of tennis in the town, was produced after public consultation, interviews, workshops and consideration of 1,100 survey respondents. In a consultation process for the recently approved Parks and Recreation Master Plan process, tennis was ranked high amongst the local community as an area that requires further development. Mike Bowcott, president of the

Richmond Hill Lawn Tennis Club, told councillors he is pleased with the report, which he said captured most needs and concerns raised by the tennis community. “I think we all know that tennis is growing quite rapidly. It’s growing in Canada, in the province, and in Richmond Hill particularly,” he said. “No doubt the fact that Milos Raonic learned the game here in Richmond Hill and more recently young player Denis Shapovalov made it onto the world stage, that is creating a lot of buzz about tennis in this town.” Richmond Hill currently provides a total of 81 outdoor tennis courts, including six club courts managed by the only community tennis club (Richmond Hill Lawn Tennis Club). The Town does not currently operate any indoor tennis court facilities. At a public meeting in June, 114 attendees (85 from the Richmond Hill Lawn Tennis Club) voiced a number of concerns, including poor quality of courts in Richmond Hill, a lack of good courts in Oak Ridges and the immediate need for

Mike Bowcott an affordable indoor tennis facility. As a result of those concerns, the final draft tennis strategy calls for plans to improve court surface and maintenance standards, creation of a tennis facility capital program, recommendations for potential community tennis centre locations and a preliminary list of sites capa-

ble of accommodating a six-court indoor tennis bubble. Winter tennis requires a covered and heated playing area which, in a municipal environment, commonly takes the form of either a permanent structure or a bubbled temporary structure installed over outdoor tennis courts, the report said. For cost reasons, most public and many private facility developers opt for the temporary bubbled facility, the report said, and consultants recommend that if a new indoor tennis facility were to be developed in Richmond Hill, it should be an air supported seasonal structure. Possible indoor locations were recommended: McLeod’s Landing Park, Chapman Park, Mount Pleasant, Richmond Green or on new property to be acquired for a sports complex in the northeast part of town. Ward 1 Councillor Greg Beros said residents have complained about many of the town’s tennis courts in “crappy condition” and they would be grateful for the improved tennis facilities. “If they don’t thank you right

away, it’s because they’re muttering under their breath, ‘it’s about time’.” But Ward 2 Councillor Tom Muench expressed concern about the town being in competition with private sector tennis organizations. “We’re not looking to compete,” said recreation director Darlene Joslin. “We are looking to collaborate.” Muench, noting his own professional tennis experience, also questioned the report for not having a clear picture of how many people are actually using the town’s courts. “Why are we doing this? ...The participation level, the need, is not known.” For the most part, however, response from delegations and councillors was positive and the decision to adopt the report was passed unanimously. “Richmond Hill is going to be on the map as far as tennis is concerned,” said Ward 5 councillor Karen Cilevitz. If given final approval by council next week, the tennis recommendations will compete for funding with other projects in the 10-year capital forecast.

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The Regional Municipality of York is undertaking a Schedule C Environmental Assessment Study of a proposed road crossing of Highway 404 between Major Mackenzie Drive and Elgin Mills Road in the Town of Richmond Hill and the City of Markham. The proposed new road crossing will provide an additional link in the road network, help manage congestion and accommodate the future transportation needs of pedestrians, cyclists, public transit users and motorists.

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Enjoy an indulgent evening inspired by the bounty of the fall harvest in support of the Canadian Cancer Society’s research and support services. OktoberFEAST features the hottest food trends, from craft brewers to food trucks. The Canadian Cancer Society and Cecil’s Brewhouse and Kitchen host three unique events across the province — events sure to fill your belly and warm your soul. Markham’s event is Oct. 22, 6 p.m. at the Markham Museum and is complete with indoor and outdoor lounging areas and a lively dance floor to dance the night away. Food vendors at the Markham Museum event include Canto Sando, Gourmet Gringos, Me.n.u Food Truck, North Poke, Sushiburri, Wafel Bar and Wickedly Sinful. There will also be a great

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It’s the sixth leading cause of disability in the world and affects up to five per cent of the adult population, yet people with bipolar disorder still struggle with stigma and a lack of services, according to Kathy Mochnacki, program director with Home on the Hill, a not-for-profit organization helping York Region families with mental illness. Bipolar disorder is a mental illness characterized by extreme mood swings. It impacts an estimated 34,989 to 58,315 adult residents in York Region and its impact can be devastating, Mochnacki said. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in five bipolar patients completes suicide. “We see these families in our support groups

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and often they consult by e-mail,” she said. “They are often desperate. There is simply not enough psychiatrists and qualified assistance for those families.” Home on the Hill hopes to motivate those who hold the purse strings to make more psychiatrists and qualified support available. The group is organizing a support group specifically dealing with bipolar illness. As well, Home on the Hill and Pirooz Centre (a grassroots mental health initiative

serving the Iranian community) have partnered to host a free public lecture Oct. 27, presented by Dr. Rustom Sethna, Chief of Psychiatry at Markham Stouffville Hospital. A fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada with subspecialty interests in neuropsychiatry and geriatric psychiatry, Dr. Sethna will provide information about the symptoms and the nature of bipolar disorder, along with treatment options. There will be a question-and-answer period afterward. “Home on the Hill strongly believes that if more people knew about bipolar disorder and other serious mental illnesses, there would be more understanding, compassion and inclusion,” Mochnacki said. “Knowledge defeats stigma.”

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There’s more to Halloween than the fright from monsters and zombies. Take advantage of other trick-ortreat, kid-friendly events taking place around town. From pirates and princesses, pumpkin parties to painting spooky art, there is something for every ghoul or goblin.  Oct. 22, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Princess and Pirate Party Magna Centre, 800 Mulock Dr., Newmarket $5/child, $2 for pirate pool party Come dressed as your favourite princess or pirate for the day. Enjoy crafts, games, jumping castles, enchanted story time and learn the ins and outs of royal life and how to become reallife pirates. newmarket.ca  Oct. 22, 23, 29 and 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Camp Spooky Canada’s Wonderland, 1 Canada’s Wonderland Dr., Vaughan The ultimate fall festival, It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. A family-friendly event featuring beloved Charlie Brown characters, live entertainment, three mazes and trickor-treating. Rides are open in KidZville

and Planet Snoopy kids’ areas. canadaswonderland.com  Oct. 25, 6 to 7 p.m. - Halloween Discovery and Adventure Night Newmarket Community Centre &amp; Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. Free Celebrate the changing of the seasons with pumpkin decorating, a spooky house tour and fall crafts. newmarket.ca  Oct. 26, 6 to 8 p.m. - King Park in the Dark Trail Walk King City Trail, park at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church parking lot, 13190 Keele St. Free Come dressed in a creepy costume and learn about animals that are waking up as you get ready for bed. Hike is about 3 to 5 kilometres and takes place rain or shine. trca.ca  Oct. 27, 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. - Halloween Pool Haunt Georgina Leisure Pool, 5279 Black River Rd., Sutton $2.85/child, $3.40/adult Get frightfully soaked at the annual haunting of the pool with enchanting games, ghoulish giveaways and more hocus pocus. georgina.ca

$10.50 per session Help retrieve the phantom and his team of ghosts who captured all the Halloween treats and hid them in the laser tag arena. newmarketlasertag. com

 Oct. 28, 10 a.m. Pumpkin Harvest Party Ross Family Complex, 19300 Centre St., Mount Albert $2/child Celebrate the season with pumpkin books, games, treats and crafts. egpl.ca  Oct. 28, 4 to 7 p.m., Oct. 29 and 30, 2 to 8 p.m. - Scaryfest Markham Museum, 9350 Hwy. 48, Markham. Additional parking available at Mount Joy GO station $4/child, $5/student or senior, $6/ adult The 25-acre site is transformed into a ghoulishly Halloween town where children can trick or treat around the museum grounds. Have your fortune told by a fortune teller, try out some superhero science, shop in the Cackle and Barrel store for witching necessities, watch metal form and bend in the blacksmith shop, and dance the night away at the Monster Mash Bash. markhammuseum.ca  Oct. 28 to 30, 10 a.m. to midnight - Haunted Laser Tag 18075 Leslie St., Newmarket

 Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to noon - Halloween tree planting for the Maskinonge

River Meet at 253 The Queensway South, Keswick (Boston Pizza) Free Help restore the Maskinonge River together with the Maskinonge River Recovery Project. Wear your Halloween costume for a chance to win prizes. There will also be pumpkin decorating fun for the whole family. georgina.ca  Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Children’s Halloween Monster Bash Main Street, between Timothy and Water streets, Newmarket Free Dress up and join the children’s outdoor Halloween celebrations featuring games, story time, face painting, bouncy castles and free loot bag. There will also be a costume parade

at noon and prizes for best costume. Guests are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food donation for the local food bank. newmarketmainstreet.ca  Oct. 29, noon to 4 p.m. - Trick-ortreat on Main Street Main Street Markham Free Come heroes, villains, monsters and goblins. Store owners and scary characters will hand out some tricks and delicious treats. There will be prizes for scariest, most original and cutest costumes. Batman and the batmobile will also make an appearance. mainstreetmarkham.com  Oct. 29, 1 to 2:30 p.m. - Ghoulicious Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum and Community Centre, 14732 Woodbine Ave., Stouffville. Free, pre-registration required. Come dressed in a costume to decorate a loot bag, make a Halloween treat and go trick-or-treating. townofws.ca  Oct. 29, 1 to 5 p.m. - Halloween in the Village Community Safety Village of York Region, Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area, 3291 Stouffville Rd.,WhitchurchStouffville

$5/vehicle Enjoy haunted house, games and children’s activities. Trick or treat in a safe environment in the miniature village. yrp.ca

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 Oct. 29, 7 to 8:30 p.m. - Spooktacular Halloween Party Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St. S., Newmarket $5.50/child Oct. 29, 7 to 8:30pm Have a howling good time with games, crafts, costume parade and a spooky story. newmarket.ca  Oct. 29, 6 to 9 p.m. - Aurora’s Haunted Forest Sheppard’s Bush, Mary Street entrance $5/person, can only be purchased in advance. There is a free shuttle bus from the Aurora Family Leisure Complex to Sheppard’s Bush. Take a hike along one of the many hauntingly decorated trails and cabins. There is a charitable barbecue on site as well as a variety of games and crafts taking place at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex. Guests are encouraged to bring gently used winter clothing donations for local agencies in need. aurora.ca

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By Sam Potter IF YOU suffer from low back pain and sciatica, you are one of over 2 million adults in the Canada with this often crippling spinal condition. Shooting, stabbing and burning pains from the low back, sometimes with additional pain through the buttocks and down the legs are all symptoms of a pinched nerves often called “sciatica”. In severe cases, it can lead to muscle wasting, numbness and constant tingling down to the tip of the toes. Left untreated, the intense pain can rapidly wear you down and drain the joy out of life. That is, until now... Recent advances in the treatment of sciatica and lower back pain have led to the development and huge success of Advanced Structural Correction Technique. The excellent results of chiropractic treatment have been published in major medical journals. With great success rates, some back surgeons and medical doctors are recommending their patients try this treatment first before having back surgery. In Thornhill, you can try Advanced Structural Correction Spinal Care at the Thornhill Family Chiropractic – the office of low back pain and sciatica relief Chiropractors Dennis Stathopulos, D.C. and Leon Paschalidis, D.C.

Amazing relief for back pain and sciatica According to Dennis and Leon, “We focus on precisely diagnosing the cause of your low back pain and sciatica; and a programme for reconstructing the damaged area causing the pain; this means long-term results for most people.” Because the treatment is non-surgical, safe and easy, most patients report an almost immediate relief from their pain. Patient Catherine M. from Thornhill says, “I woke up every morning with low back pain that was unbearable and searing burning pain I felt into my leg. I had trouble doing anything I did before like running, and working out, and even being at work was extremely difficult. The drugs my MD prescribed hardly did anything. I am so happy with the results. I no longer live in pain and the burning I had… I only wish I knew about Chiropractic sooner.” Your invitation for a comprehensive consultation and examination to pinpoint the cause of your low back pain and sciatica... Thornhill on Thursday has teamed up with the spine therapy Chiropractors at Thornhill Family

Chiropractic, to help readers find relief from their persistent back and sciatic pain. All you have to do to receive a thorough diagnostic examination and a comprehensive easy to understand report on your state of health is call 905-695-0158. Mention this article (CODE: LOW0158) and Dennis and Leon will happily reduce their usual consultation fee of $157 to just $27. But hurry, due to obvious reasons – this is a time limited offer. My advice, don’t suffer a moment longer... Find out if Non-Surgical Advanced Structural Correction can help you, book a consultation with Dennis and Leon, and their team now by calling 905-695-0158, they are waiting to take your call today. They actually treat the cause of your health problem, not just your symptoms. That’s why hundreds of grateful patients tell them “Chiropractic gave me back my life!” Over the years, they’ve treated thousands of patients with back problems and sciatica. The vast majority of them have enjoyed

superior, lasting relief. In fact, many who’ve suffered and have told them they gave them back their lives! Call them now and get a full and thorough examination to pinpoint the cause of your problem for just $27, the normal cost of such an exam is $157 so you will save $130! Don’t suffer from the pain and immobility any longer. Discover the natural treatment that may eliminate the cause of your problem and give you the safe, lasting relief you deserve. Call them now on 905-695-0158 and cut out or tear off this valuable article now and take it to your appointment. You’ll be entitled to a comprehensive examination to diagnose the cause of your problem – and you’ll be on your way to safe, lasting relief! Don’t delay your important diagnosis and treatment another moment! You can even call on the weekend and leave a message on their answering machine to secure your spot as they promise to return all calls; and during the week they are very busy, so if they don’t pick up straight away do leave a message.

Sciatica Relief Chiropractors, Dr. Leon Paschalidis, D.C. and Dr. Dennis Stathopulos, D.C., say: In our combined 18 years of practice, we’ve never seen a treatment as effective as Non-Surgical Advanced Structural Correction for patients with sciatica or lower back pain For obvious reasons they can’t help everyone at this reduced price, so please call soon to secure your special opportunity. Call 905-695-0158 NOW and leave a message if it’s the weekend or the line is busy - they promise they will get back to you as soon as they can. So call now on 905-695-0158 and quote this special discount code: LOW0158

Dennis and Leon, and their team of fully trained spinal care staff, have helped over 1,000 patients find relief from their agonising back pain and sciatica.

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Haunted Schoolhouse Oct. 29, 6 to 10 p.m. $30 Lemonville Community Centre, 13453 McCowan Rd., Whitchurch-Stouffville Review paranormal findings of the former Lemonville Schoolhouse with the Wellington County Paranormal Investigators, featuring psychic Linda Cooper Taylor. townofws.ca

Aurora Spirit Walk Oct. 21, 22, 29, 30 and 31, 8 p.m. Pay what you can, donation to the Aurora Food Pantry Aurora Town Park Witness first-hand the unexplained and downright creepy side of this picturesque community situated just north of Toronto. Discover the spirits that roam Aurora’s landscape. creepytours.com

Haunting on King Road Oct. 28 and 29, 7 to 10 p.m. $7 2920 King Rd., King City Get spooked by three degrees of scariness in the Boo Room, Creepy Maze and other frightful scenes. New this year is a paranormal tour featuring rumoured hauntings of the property. king.ca

Haunted House Oct. 28 and 29, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Oct. 31, 6 to 10 p.m. Donation of a non-perishable food item for the Newmarket Food Pantry or a donation to Blue Door Shelter. 213 Billings Cres., Newmarket. An abandoned suburban house is haunted by the dead. Enter the remains of 213 Billings and experience frightening monsters, zombies and witches that come alive to give you goosebumps as you pass through the maze. newmarketshauntedhouse.com

Legacy of Horror Oct. 22 to 23, 28 to 30, 6 to 9 p.m., Oct. 31 all day. Donation to SickKids Foundation 6 Red Ash Dr., Markham This haunted house gets bigger and better each year and features a mad scientist cutting into a blood-squirting brain, possessed zombie babies singing lullabies and a coven of witches stirring up horrific fun. legacyofhorror.org

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Thursday, October 20

Hillcrest Mall opens new South Wing WHEN: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. WHERE: Hillcrest Mall, 9350 Yonge St. CONTACT: Guest Services, 905 883-1400, hillcrestguestservices@oxfordproperties.com COST: Free Hillcrest Mall officially opens its new South Wing, as part of its $90-million-plus renovation. Thursday weekly meditation classes WHEN: 7 to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Richmond Hill Central Library, 1 Atkinson St, Richmond Hill CONTACT: Chandra, 4167628033, http://kadampa.ca/richmondhill/, info@kadampa.ca COST: $12 per class or $40 for any 4 classes Drop in to any of the weekly Thursday evening Meditation classes at Richmond Hill Central Library, Meeting Room A, 1 Atkinson St, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Suitable for everyone.

Friday, October 21

Mosaic Fall Pole Walking Club WHEN: 9:30 to 11 a.m. WHERE: Mosaic Home Care & Community Resource Centre, 2900 Steeles Ave. E., Ste. 218 CONTACT: Kevin, 905-597-7000, kevin@mosaichomecare.com COST: Free Would you like to join a free walking and Nordic pole walking club? The walking club will meet once

a month in September, October and November. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring your Nordixx poles if you have them and a water bottle. Free parking and elevator access available.

Saturday, October 22

Community Pancake Breakfast WHEN: 9 to 11 a.m. WHERE: Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, 10066 Yonge St. CONTACT: Church Office, 905-8844211, rhpreschurch@hotmail. com COST: Adults $8; children 12 and under $4 The Mission and Outreach Committee is hosting a pancake breakfast in William Wallace Memorial Hall. Breakfast includes pancakes with toppings of berries, whipped cream; scrambled eggs, sausages, juice, tea or coffee. There will also be baked items and books for sale. Proceeds will support the Mosaic Interfaith York Region Out-of-the Cold Program (St. Mary’s Anglican Church Shelter); and Home on the Hill. Greening your Grounds with Rain Gardens WHEN: 10 to 11:30 a.m. WHERE: Dufferin Clark Library, 1441 Clark Avenue West CONTACT: Katie Biddie, kbiddie@trca.on.ca COST: Free Learn how to create the right rain garden for your property. Participants will receive a free copy of the Greening Your Grounds

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Fall Rummage Sale WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon WHERE: Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 140 Brooke St. CONTACT: Swan Li, 905-889-5931 ext.21, nfo@ holytrinity-thornhill.ca COST: Free Come shop for a large selection of clothes, household items, linens, books, games, toys, jewelry, etc.

Richmond Hill Community Spaghetti Dinner WHEN: 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. WHERE: McConaghy Senior Community Centre, 10100 Yonge Street CONTACT: RHspaghetti@ yahoo.ca COST: $1 suggested donation A delicious meal where neighbours can get to know each other without cost being a limiting factor.

Discover Curling at the Richmond Hill Curling Club Open House WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Richmond Hill Curling Club, 121 Elgin Mills Rd. E. CONTACT: John Majnarich, 905 884-6597 Ext.1, www.rhculing.ca, manager@rhcurling.com COST: $10 Discover Curling is a fun and easy way to get introduced to a great Canadian activity. Children (age 7+) , teens and adults of all ages can try curling. All equipment provided. Bring clean (indoor only) running shoes. Grand Opening: Arc Education Centre WHEN: 10 a.m. WHERE: Arc Education Centre, 206-9011 Leslie St. CONTACT: Vicky Li, arceducationcentre@gmail.com COST: Free Join us for our grand opening. Come in to tour our facilities and speak directly to our teachers. Arc Education Centre is an innovative and inclusive place of belonging

those who worry about memory problems. Socialization and information networking for care partners.

Wednesday, October 26

Lunch and Learn (4th Wednesday each month) WHEN: noon 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: Free Speaker: Janice Goldmintz, MS Gerontology. Lunch sponsored by Glynnwood Retirement Home. Free will offering.

Monday, October 24

Richmond Hill Senior Citizens’ Club, No. 35 - Euchre Night WHEN: 7 to 9:30 p.m. WHERE: M.L. McConaghy Centre, 10100 Yonge St. CONTACT: Ron Walmsley, 905-883-1267, , rwalmsley@ rogers.com COST: $5 Admission includes prizes and refreshments.

Stay Active - Manage your Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis (OA) Pain WHEN: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. WHERE: ProMotion Physiotherapy, 1 Promenade Circle, Level 3, Promenade Mall CONTACT: Registration Required-Space Limited, 416-979-7228 ext.3381 COST: Free Learn about osteoarthritis of the hip and knee. Relieving pain and stiffness.

Tuesday, October 25

First Link Memory Cafe at Mosaic WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: Mosaic Home Care & Community Resource Centre, 2900 Steeles Avenue East, Suite 218 CONTACT: 905-597-7000, info@mosaichomecare.com COST: Free Are you interested in memoryrelated issues? This event is for individuals who have been diagnosed with early Alzheimer’s disease and/or related dementia, their care partners, as well as

It’s #MuslimsActually WHEN: 7 to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Richmond Hill Public Library, 1 Atkinson St. CONTACT: Anete Ivsina, aivsina@rhpl.ca COST: Free ‘It’s #MuslimsActually!’ is a website and a hashtag campaign that counters the negative images

of Muslims being projected in the media and portrays Muslims more truthfully – as peace loving, generous and compassionate people. Join Farheen Khan, author, community activist, and editor-inchief of It’s #MuslimsActually, and Saima Hussain, author and one of the #MuslimsActually writers, to discuss their website and the response it has received. 3D Printing or Laser Cutting: Which is better? YLAB OPEN HOUSE WHEN: 7:30 to 9 p.m. WHERE: ylab maker space at the David Dunlap Observatory, 123 Hillsview Drive CONTACT: contact@ylab.ca COST: Free We’ll have an overview of how they work, a demo or two, and then we’ll let ylab’s two principal (maybe not principled) opponents fight it out. Verbally. No lasering or melting your opponent. Registration required. Please note: 18 year+ event.

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They called it a petting zoo, but there wasn’t an animal in sight, and those doing the petting were no spring chickens. Their hairlines may be receding, greying or full-on white; hands may be wrinkled and feeling arthritic, but there was still something child-like about the enthusiasm among attendees at this Richmond Hill petting zoo for seniors. “I just wanted to see if I could still play,” Lesley Sorrento said, picking out a trumpet and tapping out a decent version of “Do Re Me.” Across the room, Kevin Burrows reached for a tenor sax. “I always thought it was a cool instrument, so versatile,” he said. Les Howard hadn’t touched a trumpet in decades, but he’s keen to re-learn and already preparing to make the weekly drive from Barrie to hang out with like-minded, like-aged musicians and wannabes. The musical petting zoo, held earlier this month at Cosmo Music in Richmond Hill, served as an introduction and launch for a new program for adults coming to York Region. Aimed at “mature” stu-

dents - usually aged 50 and beyond - with little to no instrumental experience, New Horizons has been spreading across North America, with chapters across the U.S. and in Toronto, London and Peterborough. Each Ontario location has more than 200 players and director Doug Robertson hopes his York Region group will grow to the same size. “’It is Never Too Late’ is not just a clich&eacute;; it’s our mandate,” explained Robertson, an Aurora resident and former music teacher with the York Region District School Board who worked for almost 40 years teaching concert bands in the GTA. The retired teacher and head of the music department at Sutton District High School started conducting with Toronto New Horizons four years ago and says the experience has been lifechanging. The New Horizons concept was created in 1991 by retiring professor Roy Ernst of the world-famous Eastman School of Music. It begins with an optional “petting zoo” to try things out, from flutes to saxes, trumpets to tubas and percussion instruments. New Horizons acts as an entry point for adults who always dreamed of learning

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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTED CARRIER WANTED Metroland Media is accepting applicants to deliver newspapers and flyers to homes within the Richmond Hill area. This entails working closely with a District Representative to deliver variable routes door to door, weekly on Thursday’s. All applicants must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle. Please call or email Fanny 416-774-2379 fcheong@insidetoronto.com 175 Gordon Baker Rd. Toronto, ON M2H 0A2

Full Time Mushroom Pickers

Excellent English communication skills and telephone manner. Chinese language a plus but not required.

WINTER JOB FAIR

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Saturday October 22nd 11am -1pm

91 Sluse Rd., Holland Landing Offering stand by pay & competitive wages for the following positions:

Hand Shoveler, Plow Truck Driver, Loader Operator & Sidewalk Tractor Operator **Servicing areas in Toronto, York Region and Durham** Please bring a resume and your driver’s license!

Attend our fair, or Phone: 905-953-8311 or Email resume to: resumes@forestridgeinc.com

Experienced

Concrete Labourers Carpenters GTA & Mississauga areas Excellent pay and benefits. To apply, please fax your resume with references to: 905-670-9172 or call: 905-565-1565

T & G Landscaping Experienced Landscape Labourers needed - heavy lifting required.

Skilled Interlock Layers -

- physically demanding work. Full Time year-round work available Send resume to: gordonr.ca@hotmail.com Call 905-841-5098

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SALES PRO’S

Property Management firm in Vaughan seeking full-time

ACCT. RECEIVABLE/ ACCT. PAYABLE

PSW JOB FAIR Providing Community Support in Richmond Hill, Thornhill and Markham

Call 905-882-9561 to register VPI Inc. Employment Services 1 West Pearce Street, Unit 405 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3K3 Thursday, October 27th 10:00am - 1:00pm Please bring your resume and all relevant certifications; (PSW Certificate, First Aid & CPR) Why you should work for us! • Flexible Schedules • Competitive Pay and Benefits • Extensive orientation & mentorship • Employee service recognition • Continuous learning opportunities www.spectrumhealthcare.com

RNS Health Care Services Inc. RNS Health Care Services has been providing reliable, quality care throughout York Region since 1985, and is now hiring:

Certified Personal Support Workers ~ $500 Sign on Bonus ~ Why RNS Health Care Services?

Competitive compensation l Travel pay Premium weekend rates l Benefits l Sign on Bonus l Referral bonus We ask all interested applicants to forward their resume to our Human Resources Coordinator, Rachel Ducharme. l l

Email: rducharme@rnshc.com www.rnshc.com

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THORNHILL LIBERAL

with strong organizational and administration skills. Experience in Property Management an asset. Excellent command of the English language. QuickBooks & MS Office a must! Email resume with salary expectations to: hr@ogpl.ca No calls please!

required by international diamond merchant. Seeking ambitious and talented closers with a proven track record of telephone sales. Potential annual earnings of 100K to successful candidates. Ideal for experienced diamond and/or stock brokers. Leads provided. Starting salary commissions and bonuses. Fluent English. Downtown. In the industry? Call us, let’s talk! Confidentiality assured. Call David Martin (416) 927-8949

TELESALES AGENTS Part-time days 5+ years experience Promenade Mall Thornhill Excellent bonus structure

RECEPTIONIST Full Time

A carpet & flooring company based in Richmond Hill requires FT receptionist. Monday to Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm Must have bookkeeping experience. Requirements for position: Telephone skills, accounts receivable and payable, invoicing, balancing books, payroll and helping with customer service in showroom. Email resume to: erin@encoreflooring.ca

Markham Home Builder Requires

Receptionist / Office Administrator

FT position. Experience in home construction an asset. Excellent communication skills. Assisting Contracts & Marketing Managers.

Email resume to: info@esquirehomes.ca

ACCOUNTANT Richmond Hill area. Looking for an experienced accountant, who also assists general office administration. Must be proficient with Quickbooks, computer skills, Fluent English and communication skills.

Please email resume to: srscgeneralmail@gmail.com

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSISTANT - Junior

Full time, hours 8:30am - 5:00pm. High school diploma. Microsoft office, must be computer literate, communicate effectively, start immediately. Hwy 7/Keele location.

Email resume:

iseymour@varconconstruction.com

Community Relations Administrator (Part Time)

Exper & proven success with co-ordinating marketing campaigns and video production required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills & computer skills required. Public relations exper an asset. Send resumes to Rose at hq@csnn.ca by October 29, 2016.

Call 905-886-4187 or email

info@ctsassociates.com

AMONG FRIENDS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE

is looking for: Registered Early Childhood Educators Child care quality control staff OCT Certified Teachers Primary/ Junior Division Child & Youth Workers Part time split shift Monday - Friday. Please email resume to: amongfriendsdaycarecentres@hotmail.com • • • • •

Part-Time & Full-Time RECE’s, Assistants & CYW’s

Split Shift required for Vaughan child care agency. Experience with children 18 mo-12 yrs. Email resume: Learningcentre123@outlook.com Only candidates considered for an Interview will be contacted. Exciting apparel company is now hiring a

Machine Operator

Good manual dexterity and strong attention to detail needed. Please email: danielle.r@ chefworks.ca

Classifieds

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Apartments for Rent

Houses for Rent

Newmarket NEWLY RENOVATED bright 1 bedroom walk out apt close to transit and downtown. New hardwood flooring, granite and cherry kitchen, fireplace, parking, laundry. Suits professional. Available now. ABSOLUTELY NO PETS. $1200 INCLUDES UTILITIES 905-715-8945

MARKHAM, LARGE 1 bedroom. Completely renovated. With Balcony. Great location, Highway 7. Utilities included. $1310/ month. No dogs. 905-294-2045

BAYVIEW / ELGIN Mills House For Rent. 4 Bedrooms, 1 washroom upstairs and two downstairs. No pets. No smoking. Available immediately. $1700. + utilities. 416-561-4836.

ELGIN MILLS / Yonge Richmond Hill. Professionally finished, bright, spacious 1 bedroom basement. Storage, parking, separate entrance, laundry, cable, a/c. Nosmoking/pets. $950. Call 905-883-1735 RICHMOND HILL, Elgin Mills/Yonge, one beautiful large bedroom basement apartment, newly renovated, parking, laundry, cable, no smoking/pets. Available Nov 1. $900/month all inclusive 905-737-8824

Dufferin/ Centre St.

LARGE 1 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, parking, cable, a/c. Non-smoking/ pets. Suitable for couple. Close to bus terminal. 905-738-4868 NEWLY RENOVATED, semi-furnished 2 bedroom basement apartment, Bayview/16th, parking/buses, private entrance/ patio, laundry, T.V./ Internet, working couples/ ladies/ students. No smoking/ pets. Immediate. $1,250 +1/3 utilities. 416-774-8847 BAYVIEW/16TH, LARGE 1 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance, parking, close to all amenities. Non-smoking/pets. Available immediately. call 416-707-2800. PARTIALLY FURNISHED 1 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, separate laundry, parking, close to transit/ amenities. No pets/ smoking. $900./ one person, $950./ 2 people available immediately. Call 647-688-9585 THORNHILL, BEAUTIFUL bedroom in the basement, very clean, furnished, laundry, appliances, a/c, cable, internet, parking, separate entrance. No smoking/pets. Suitable for student. Opportunity $790. 905-881-7780

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Classifieds

ELGIN MILLS/ Young St. 1 bedroom basement Shared apartment, separate entrance, $950 all incluAccommodations sive. First/last required. No smoking/pets, Available Immediately. FILIPINO female wanting to share, Richmond Hill/ 905-508-2999 Mill Pond, bright 2 bedroom apartment in private home. Lots of Condos for Rent windows, separate entrance, extra storage space, eat-in-kitchen, appliances including mi2 BEDROOM, 2 bath, crowave. Large living Condo in Georgina. room, oversize 4 piece Adult Building, “The bath, central air, central Oaks”, Balcony, vac, parking. $700/mo. Laundry, Storage, inclusive. 1st & last. ParElevator, Parking. 15 tially furnished. No pets. mins from 404. Walk Available immediately. to Lake, Golf, Marina, 6 4 7 - 9 6 0 - 0 0 5 2 . Shops, Restaurants. oresi@rogers.com $1600 +Hydro. Available December 1st. 905-722-9146 or Halls & Lodges 905-467-4927. RICHMOND HILL, Yonge and High Tech Rd. Two Bedroom, one bath, 5 appliances, all utilities. Cable, parking, storage. Close to schools/ public transportation. $1710. 905-889-0338

OLD THORNHILL. Hall available for events, up to 100 people/ 60 spaces free parking. St. Volodymyr’s Church, 15 Church Lane (Yonge/ John) 905-889-0187 or info_stvlad@rogers.com.

Townhouses for Rent 2 BEDROOM, 2 baths, dining room, rec room, 2 parking, laundry. Fenced yard, Richmond Hill, downtown. $1450 plus utilities, no smoking. Call 905-508-9604

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Garage Sales Thornhill

MOVING SALE

Sun, Oct 23 ~ 9 am - 3 pm 8 Northbank Court By John & Leslie Designer furniture, art, chandeliers, carpets, BBQ, collectables and more... Thornhill

GIGANTIC GARAGE SALE Sun., Oct. 23, 10 am - 3 pm 46 Mistysugar Trail

(Hwy 7 and Bathhurst) Fantastic new & almost new items, office furn., jewellery, clothes, china & much more

Townhouse/Condos for Sale

Mortgages/Loans

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HAMILTON, Jack It is with sadness we announce the passing of Jack Hamilton on October 15, 2016. Husband to Vene, father to Paul (Dawn) Rachel (Istvan) Mark (Helen). Grandfather to Alexander, Daniel, Rachel, Aaron, Ashley and Braeden. Loving brother to Eileen, Margaret, and Doreen. Jack was a police officer in Northern Ireland and a staff sergeant with the York Regional Police. After retiring with the police he became the prosecutor for the City of Vaughan. We will celebrate his life at Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, 10066 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2016. In lieu of Flowers please donate to Canadian Diabetes Association. Many thanks to the staff at MacKenzie health Centre. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Safe in the arms of Jesusâ&#x20AC;?

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SUPERB RENOVATION JUST OVER 1400 SQ. FT â&#x20AC;˘ 3 bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 bathrooms â&#x20AC;˘ Large balcony Use of Club66 â&#x20AC;˘ Parking Health & Rec. â&#x20AC;˘ Storage locker included! â&#x20AC;˘ Steps to Hillcrest Mall

Great value in this high demand location! Malcolm Austin, Sales Representative Royal Lepage Partners Rlty.

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Firewood

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Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

$100-$10,000

WE PAY $250 - $6000 for your scrap cars, SUVs, vans & trucks. Dead or Alive. Free 24/7 towing. 647-287-1704

REWARD FOR RETURN. Canary taken from 29 Fairview Ave. Richmond Hill. Yellow with some lighter yellow/ white. Did you buy or see this canary? Missing feathers under one eye, looks half open even when closed. For pic see craigslist and kijiji/yorkregion under pets and wanted. 905-889-8545 messages, no call display Ron.

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

Cash 4 Cars

We pay $200 to $10,000 for your scrap cars and trucks. FREE TOWING 24 hours a day 7 days a week 705-500-2844 and 416-825-3360

Music and Dancing Instruction 30 YEARS of teaching piano and keyboard, experienced, preparing RCM exams, all ages accepted, 416-731-8880 Alla.

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Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

525 New Westminster Dr, Thornhill (905.882.1460)

6pm - Visual Arts Showcase 2nd floor Art Wing 7pm - Arts Open House Information Session

Notices (Public)

NOTICE OF MEETING Notice is hereby given that:

THORNHILL GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Will be holding a public meeting to present its annual report on Class 9 pesticide use as required by Ontario Regulation 63/09 under the Pesticides Act. The annual report summarizes the use of Class 9 pesticides used in 2015: The meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016 at 9 am Location: Thornhill Golf Clubhouse Please RSVP to 905 881 3000 - Greg McFarlane - IPM Agent

NOTICE OF MEETING Notice is hereby given that:

BAYVIEW GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

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Waste Removal

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CLEANING LADY Available Monday to Saturday. Reliable and professional. References available. Rates to suit any budget. 10% off first visit. Please call for estimate.416-970-9309 ABSOLUTELY BEST cleaning ladies available. Honest & hard working, insured/ bonded. 416-897-6782 www.maidforyou torontoltd.com

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OUR LADY of the Rosary (206 Glen Shields Ave.) in York Catholic District School Board is offering International Language Classes & Skills Development Classes on Saturdays from 9:30 - 12 noon. Grades JK to Grade 8. The following languages are being offered - Italian, Spanish, Korean, Mandarin, Philippino. Come in on Saturday, October 22nd to register from 9:30 a.m.- 12 pm or visit the boards website www.ycdsb.ca for more information

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Mortgages/Loans

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25 Fairway Heights Drive, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3X1 Will be holding a public meeting to present its annual report on Class 9 pesticide use as required by Ontario Regulation 63/09 under the Pesticides Act. The annual report summarizes the use of Class 9 pesticides used in 2015: The meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016 at 1 pm Location: Bayview Golf Clubhouse Please RSVP to 905 889 4833 - Mike MacGillivray - IPM Agent

Waste Removal

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