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Steve Dennis survived a bullet wound and kidnapping on the Somali border, but his struggle is not over yet. The Richmond Hill man was shot in the leg three years ago during a dramatic armed abduction while working at a refugee camp on the Kenya- Somali border. Now, struggling to recover from his injury and diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Dennis is taking the humanitarian group he was working for to court. Dennis says the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) failed to protect him before the incident and is failing to support him now as he deals with a trauma that changed his life. He hopes that his case — set to go to trial in Oslo Oct. 20 — will compensate him for losses and make aid workers, who continue to work in dangerous conditions, more safe. In a role reversal after years of offering help to others, he is now asking for help himself through a crowdsourcing campaign to raise funds for the legal challenge. Dennis, who has worked with groups such as Doctors Without Borders since 2002 in countries including Chad and Sudan, said his days as an aid worker are over. He is now living with his family in Richmond Hill, still deeply affected by the kidnapping, with continued health problems related to the gunshot and limited work options due to his PTSD. The harrowing ordeal took place June 29, 2012. Dennis had been working with the NRC providing food, water and shelter in the Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya, which had swelled to almost half a million people after the famine of 2011. Suddenly, a group of kidnappers swarmed their convoy, firing shots and shouting in Somali. In the spray of bullets, their Kenyan driver, Abdi Ali, was shot and killed. Others were wounded including Dennis,

shot in the leg. Dennis and three other aid workers were marched across the border into Somalia, moving at night, hiding by day. The ordeal ended in another violent gunfight early in the morning of their fourth day in captivity, when a pro-government Somali group made a bold rescue that killed one kidnapper. Dennis has declined interviews until after the trial, but his father, Peter Dennis, said he and his wife, Carol-Ann, plan to be at Steve’s side in Oslo when the case goes to trial Oct. 20 to 27. “He is doing the right thing and we’re sup-

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Free family event will see portion of Yonge Street closed Saturday for celebration of Canadian hero The Town of Richmond Hill will honour Terry Fox and the 35th anniversary of his Marathon of Hope with the unveiling of the Terry Fox Tribute this Saturday afternoon. The small Ransom Park on Yonge Street, which courageous marathon cancer runner Terry Fox passed on his way through Richmond Hill back in 1980, has been renovated in preparation for a statue tribute to his spirit and efforts. Internationally acclaimed artist Radoslaw Kudlinski has created the tribute, in collaboration with Anna Passakas. Together they form the multidisciplinary art collective Blue Republic, and their work has been seen at Pearson International Airport, World Youth Day 2002 and in international sculpture competitions. More than 700 residents participated in the public consultation in 2012 to determine that the community wants a realistic, traditional representation of Terry Fox. “In creating the Terry Fox Tribute I wanted to express the unstoppable force that drove him, its beauty, its focus,” said Kudlinkski.

‘He was running close to a marathon every day because he wanted to make a difference in the lives of others.’ The town worked closely with Terry Fox’s family during the development of the tribute, especially Fred Fox, one of Terry’s three siblings. “In 1980, during the Marathon of Hope, it was obvious to those watching it firsthand, whether in person, in a newspaper or on the evening TV news that what Terry was doing wasn’t for personal gain,” Fred Fox told a town representative in an interview. “He was running close to a mar-

athon every day because he wanted to make a difference in the lives of others.” Now the manager of supporter relations for the Terry Fox Foundation, Fred Fox added: “Terry could have never imagined his simple goal of raising $1 for every Canadian in 1980 would grow to over $700 million raised for cancer research. For the 35th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope, the Terry Fox Foundation is asking Canadians to help us reach Terry’s goal of $1 for every Canadian.”

‘Terry could have never imagined his simple goal of raising $1 for every Canadian in 1980 would grow to over $700 million raised for cancer research.’ PHOTO COURTESY YORK REGION DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Fred Fox visited Ransom Park with his brother and sister, Darrell and Judi, last fall. “I found it interesting to imagine how the park would look a year later, but also what it might have been like for Terry running up Yonge Street through Richmond Hill. He was now heading north out of southern Ontario, a mental milestone of getting closer to home,” said his proud brother. The unveiling will be held in Ransom Park, Yonge and Centre streets, during a community celebration from 2 to 4 p.m. Sept. 12. Yonge Street will be closed from Arnold Crescent/Lorne Avenue north to Centre Street for the event. The official ceremony. with Mayor Dave Barrow and members of council, members of the Fox family, Premier Kathleen Wynne, artists Kudlinski and Passakas and other dignitaries will take place at 2:15 p.m. Fun, free, family activities will

Fred Fox, older brother of Canadian hero Terry Fox, spoke to York Region students last year, and visited the Richmond Hill park that will feature a special tribute to his brother’s Marathon of Hope, 35 year ago. The front page of this newspaper, on July 30, 1980, shows Terry being presented with a cheque at Hillcrest Mall. continue until 4 p.m., including live music, a bubble dance party and show, hula hoop demonstrations and free ice cream, while quantities last. Local singer-songwriter Derek Christie with Laurelle Augustyn will perform Christie’s original song about Terry: What makes you run. On Sept. 1, 1980, Terry was forced to end the Marathon of Hope near Thunder Bay, because cancer had spread to his lungs. He passed away in 1981, but across Canada, every September, Canadians run to keep his Marathon of Hope alive. - Marney Beck

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Upcoming Meetings Wednesday, September 16 – Council – 7:30 p.m. Monday, September 21 – Committee of the Whole – 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 29 – Council – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 30 – 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.

ASSISTIVE LISTENING SYSTEM For meetings held in the Council Chambers, the Town of Richmond Hill offers an assistive listening system. Should you require the use of this system, please advise the Office of the Clerk in advance by sending an e-mail to clerks@richmondhill.ca or by speaking with Clerk’s Office staff before the start of the meeting.

Public Notice COUNCIL PUBLIC MEETING

Wednesday, October 7, 2015 Concerning a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment A PUBLIC MEETING is scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 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 application that has been received by the Town. ITEM 1 INQUIRIES REFER TO TOWN FILE: D02-15023 Katherine Faria, Planning Technician 905-771-5543, katherine.faria@richmondhill.ca A request from 2453045 ONTARIO INC. to amend the Zoning By-law for lands described as Part of Lot 3, Plan 163 and municipally known as 123 and 131 Douglas Road. The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to facilitate the future severance of the subject lands to create one (1) additional building lot having a frontage on Douglas Road. Any person may attend the meeting and/ or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment. Written comments by any person unable to attend the meeting should be mailed/faxed/e-mailed to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, to be received no later than 12:00 p.m. noon on Wednesday, October 7, 2015. Please ensure that you include your name and address so that you may be contacted if necessary. Zoning By-law Amendment Appeal: If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at the public meeting or make written submissions to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill before the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is passed or refused, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill to the Ontario Municipal Board and may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. If you wish to be notified of the passing or refusal of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill ON L4B 3P4. Notice of Collection: Personal information collected as a result of this public meeting is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), the Planning Act and the Town of Richmond Hill’s Procedure By-law, and all other relevant legislation, and will be used to assist in making a decision on this matter. All personal information (as defined by MFIPPA), including (but not limited to) names, addresses, opinions and comments collected will be made available for public disclosure to members of the public, at the meeting, through requests, and through the website of The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. Questions regarding the collection, use and disclosure of this personal information may be directed to the Acting Clerk at the contact information provided below. Compliance with Provincial laws respecting Notice may result in you receiving duplicate notices. Detailed information regarding the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment may be obtained by contacting the Planning & Regulatory Services Department between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., 225 East Beaver Creek Road, 4th Floor at 905-771-8910. The Staff Report will be available at the Office of the Clerk, Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices, on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 after 3:00 p.m. The Staff Report will also be available on the Town’s website RichmondHill.ca/Meetings. Town of Richmond Hill Gloria T. Collier, Acting Clerk 225 East Beaver Creek Road Tel: 905-747-6363 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P4 Fax: 905-771-2502 E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca DATED THIS 10TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2015

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Wednesday, October 7, 2015 Concerning Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments A PUBLIC MEETING is scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 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: D01-14002 & D02-14006 Phoebe Chow, Senior Planner – Subdivisions 905-747-6452, phoebe.chow@richmondhill.ca A request from FBNM ENTERPRISES LTD. to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for lands described as Part of Lots 4 and 5, Plan 3801 and municipally known as 9825 Yonge Street. The subject lands are located at the northeast corner of Yonge Street and Harding Boulevard, and have a total lot area of approximately 0.2 hectares (0.5 acres). The proposed Official Plan Amendment would amend the density policy of the “Downtown Local Centre” designation to permit a high-rise, mixed-use development comprised of a 15-storey apartment building with 313.2 square metres of ground-related commercial floor space along Yonge Street, 120 apartment dwelling units, 126 parking spaces and a Floor Space Index (FSI) of 4.70. The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment would amend Zoning By-law No. 66-71, as amended, to rezone the subject lands from “General Commercial One (GC1) Zone” to “Residential Multiple Sixth Density (RM6) Zone” with special provisions to implement the proposed development on the subject lands. 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/e-mailed to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill to be received no later than 12:00 p.m. noon on Wednesday, October 7, 2015. Please ensure that you include your name and address so that you may be contacted if necessary. Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments Appeal: If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at the public meeting or make written submissions to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill before the proposed Official Plan Amendment is adopted or refused and/or the Zoning By-law Amendment is passed or refused, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill to the Ontario Municipal Board and may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. If you wish to be notified of the adoption or refusal of the proposed Official Plan Amendment and/or the passing or refusal of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill ON L4B 3P4. Notice of Collection: Personal information collected as a result of this public meeting is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), the Planning Act and the Town of Richmond Hill’s Procedure By-law, and all other relevant legislation, and will be used to assist in making a decision on this matter. All personal information (as defined by MFIPPA), including (but not limited to) names, addresses, opinions and comments collected will be made available for public disclosure to members of the public, at the meeting, through requests, and through the website of The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. Questions regarding the collection, use and disclosure of this personal information may be directed to the Acting Clerk at the contact information provided below. Compliance with Provincial laws respecting Notice may result in you receiving duplicate notices. Detailed information regarding the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments may be obtained by contacting the Planning & Regulatory Services Department between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., 225 East Beaver Creek Road, 4th Floor at 905-771-8910. The Staff Report will be available at the Office of the Clerk, Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices, on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 after 3:00 p.m. The Staff Report will also be available on the Town’s website www.richmondhill.ca/meetings.

Wednesday, October 7, 2015 Concerning a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision A PUBLIC MEETING has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 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: D02-15025 and D03-15007 Deborah Giannetta, Senior Planner 905-771-5542, deborah.giannetta@richmondhill.ca A request from 1913725 ONTARIO LTD. to amend the Zoning By-law and for approval of a draft Plan of Subdivision for lands described as Part of Lot 30, Concession 3, E.Y.S and municipally known as 1521 19th Avenue. The subject lands have frontages of approximately 291.57 metres (956.59 feet) along Leslie Street and 343.68 metres (1,127.55 feet) along 19th Avenue and a total area of 18.53 hectares (45.78 acres). The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment would rezone the lands from “Agricultural (A1) Zone” under Zoning By-law No. 2325-68, as amended, to appropriate zone categories to facilitate the development of the subject lands for 94 single detached dwellings, 44 townhouse dwellings, 401 units within medium and medium/high density residential blocks, a 0.11 hectare (0.27 acre) employment block, 1.23 hectare (3.03 acre) park, blocks for a stormwater management pond and the protection of natural heritage system lands. Any person may attend the meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and/or Draft Plan of Subdivision. Written comments by any person unable to attend the meeting should be mailed/faxed/e-mailed to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill to be received no later than 12:00 p.m. noon on Wednesday, October 7, 2015. Please ensure that you include your name and address so that you may be contacted if necessary. Zoning By-law Amendment and Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision Appeal: If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at the public meeting or make written submissions to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill before the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is passed or refused and/or before the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision is approved or refused, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill to the Ontario Municipal Board and may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. If you wish to be notified of the passing or refusal of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and/or decision of the Council of the Town of Richmond Hill in respect of the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision, you must make a written request to the Acting Clerk, The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill ON L4B 3P4. Notice of Collection: Personal information collected as a result of this public meeting is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), the Planning Act and the Town of Richmond Hill’s Procedure By-law, and all other relevant legislation, and will be used to assist in making a decision on this matter. All personal information (as defined by MFIPPA), including (but not limited to) names, addresses, opinions and comments collected will be made available for public disclosure to members of the public, at the meeting, through requests, and through the website of The Corporation of the Town of Richmond Hill unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. Questions regarding the collection, use and disclosure of this personal information may be directed to the Acting Clerk at the contact information provided below. Compliance with Provincial laws respecting Notice may result in you receiving duplicate notices. Detailed information regarding the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision may be obtained by contacting the Planning & Regulatory Services Department between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., 225 East Beaver Creek Road, 4th Floor at 905-771-8910. The Staff Report will be available at the Office of the Clerk, Ground Floor of the Municipal Offices, on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 after 3:00 p.m. The Staff Report will also be available on the Town’s website RichmondHill.ca/Meetings. Town of Richmond Hill Gloria T. Collier, Acting Clerk 225 East Beaver Creek Road Tel: 905-747-6363 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P4 Fax: 905-771-2502 E-mail: clerks@richmondhill.ca

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Public Notice NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATIONS UNDER THE PLANNING ACT The Town of Richmond Hill has received the following applications under the Planning Act: ITEM 1 INQUIRIES REFER TO TOWN FILE NOS.: D02-15025 and D03-15007 Deborah Giannetta, Senior Planner 905-771-5542, deborah.giannetta@richmondhill.ca A request from 1913725 ONTARIO LTD. to amend the Zoning By-law and for approval of a Plan of Subdivision, for lands described as Part of Lot 30, Concession 3, E.Y.S and municipally known as 1521 19th Avenue has been received. The applications seek to permit 94 single detached dwellings, 44 townhouse dwellings, 401 units within medium and medium/high density residential blocks, a 0.11 hectare (0.27 acre) employment block, 1.23 hectare (3.03 acre) park and blocks for a storm water management pond and natural heritage system lands. The purpose of this notice is to advise the public that “complete” development applications have been received by the Town of Richmond Hill pursuant to the Planning Act. The applications have been circulated to Town departments and external agencies for review and comment. A Council Public Meeting will be scheduled and held at a later date, with formal notice being provided pursuant to the statutory requirements of the Planning Act. If you wish to express your views with respect to these applications, please forward your comments in writing to the assigned Planner noted above. The personal information accompanying your submission will become part of the public record. Additional information related to these applications is also available for inspection between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. during regular business days at the Town’s Planning & Regulatory Services Department, located at 225 East Beaver Creek Road, 4th Floor (Telephone: 905-771-8910).

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2014 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS The Town of Richmond Hill’s 2014 audited financial statements, notes to the financial statements and the auditor’s report are available on Town’s Website for viewing. A copy is also available free of charge by visiting the Municipal Offices at 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Corporate & Financial Services Department, 6th Floor between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Alternately, you may call the Financial Services Division at (905) 747-6310.

Employment Opportunities The Town of Richmond Hill has the following employment opportunities currently available: • Lifeguards & Swimming Instructors • School Crossing Guards • Fitness Instructor • Roads Foreperson • System Administrator • Human Resources Advisor – Compensation • Town Solicitor 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.

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“Terry Fox — fighting a oneman battle against cancer — finally arrived in Richmond Hill Friday afternoon, but even the radio stations in the area were hard pressed to inform people when he would be in any one spot. Last week, newspapers along Yonge Street, from Steeles Avenue to Bradford, attempted to predict when and where the young onelegged runner would be. It was virtually an impossible task. Terry, who is attempting to run across Canada, has been in this area for about two weeks and has crisscrossed himself so much, it’s a wonder he’s not dizzy. In Richmond Hill: Hillcrest Mall, a week before the runner was scheduled to arrive, attempted to set up a reception and set the wheels in motion. Canadian Cancer Society volunteers worked inside the mall and collect some $6,000, while mall employees put together another $2,400. The reception in front of Hillcrest

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Unknown runner became courageous hero,Terry Fox

he legend of courageous Canadian Terry Fox has become just that — legendary. But as the 35th anniversary of his Marathon of Hope draws closer this month, and as all our communities prepare to present annual fundraising walks in his name, it’s fascinating to take a glimpse into how the media wrote about this passionate young man with one leg and a dream of running across Canada. It’s important to remember that newspapers, radio and TV stations did their best to share news of Terry’s impending arrival to their communities in the days before Twitter, Facebook and cellphones. An editorial from a July 1980 Richmond Hill Liberal newspaper, entitled “Terry’s now clear of populated area,” is a fun look back at how local newspapers wrote about and praised this unknown young man from B.C., who — we now all know — became one of Canada’s most famous heroes.

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Marney Beck finally happened Friday afternoon, but as late as Friday morning, one report said Terry was behind schedule and would abandon his plans to run north on Hwy. 11, selecting instead Hwy. 27. When the runner had actually arrived on Hwy. 11, we were still getting reports he wasn’t coming to Richmond Hill. Thursday night, Terry was in Aurora for a reception, Friday morning he in the Brampton area, at noon he was at Canada’s Wonderland in Maple and in the afternoon he was in Richmond Hill. The poor kid must be going bonkers by now. He has been directed in so many circles he must be having trouble finding west. Terry Fox is doing a great service in helping to fight cancer. And every district of the Cancer Society wants to acknowledge him in that particular area. He has probably come closer than anyone to actually being in a dozen places at once. Now that he’s on his way out of the densely populated Metropolitan area, Terry hopefully can relax a bit and get back to his original challenge. Keep running, Terry.” Richmond Hill is honouring Terry this Saturday with a statue unveiling, and with two Terry Fox Runs, one in Oak Ridges Sept. 19, another at Mill Pond Sept. 20. Every town and city is proud to fundraise and celebrate Terry’s epic feat 35 year ago. Bring along your friends and family and keep Terry’s dream of fighting cancer alive.

Help find granddad’s paintings This is an open letter plea for assistance to find my grandfather’s paintings. An article about an annual Seniors Club Bazaar appeared in a 1961 issue of The Liberal newspaper, including a photograph of my grandfather, identified as “Mr. F. R. Gilbert, an artist and carpenter” featuring examples of his handiwork, including three landscape paintings he did of lakes and trees. Francis Reginald Gilbert (1882-1975) and his family had settled in Richmond Hill in the 1920s and for the last 50 years of his life, he was a well-known and respected member of the community. As he is much loved and deeply missed, I wish to recover any examples of the paintings he did that someone must have purchased at that long-ago seniors bazaar. Although I have examples of his carpentry, I never knew he did paintings and I do not have any of them. He never had any formal training in painting and so they will appear to be done by an amateur and no doubt bear his name in some form. If anyone can assist in

the recovery of any of these paintings, I would gladly pay for them, including the cost of shipping to my home in Thunder Bay, Ont. You can email me at edwardgilbert@shaw.ca or phone me at (807) 285-2208.

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Restoring confidence in Parliament The Peace and Justice Committee of Northern Waters Presbytery (part of the United Church of Canada) discussed what could be done to restore public confidence in Parliament. We discussed various issues from different political points of view. We agreed that these are some of the problems: • the backbencher has less and less ability to affect change; • omnibus bills are too large to be considered properly; • partisan attack ads are disturbing; • proroguing causes bills in process to be dropped; and • ethical and intelligent people will not want to be an MP; We suggested these as solutions. • restrict, by legislation,

SEND A LETTER: Email letters to mbeck@yrmg.com party electioneering outside of election campaigns; • abolish attack ads completely, even during elections; • abolish omnibus bills; • restrict the use of confidence votes and increase the number of free votes in Parliament; • restore the per-vote subsidy for political parties; • protect bills in process from being dropped when Parliament is prorogued unless an election is called; and • initiate a national commission to determine which specific forms of electoral reform would strengthen democracy, while maintaining national unity in Canada. Now that we have an election campaign going on, this would be a good time to ask the various candidates how they feel about these solutions, when there is an allcandidates meeting or when one knock at your door.

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A Richmond Hill high school teacher linked to racist comments on social media has been fired. Michael Marshall, a teacher and supervisor of a gay-straight alliance club and slam-poetry society at Richmond Green Secondary School, was dismissed after a York Region District School Board meeting this week, according to board spokesperson Licinio Miguelo The firing follows a 10-week investigation into racist comments critical of Islam that he allegedly posted online. Miguelo said no one at the school or the board would comment further and Marshall could not be reached for comment. Students at the school discovered a Twitter account, @firstatheist, with a profile picture of Marshall and numerous tweets mentioning pupils’ names along with 4,600 messages including “hijabs make me sad” and “I am way too racist to be a teacher”. The account ceased activity June 25 and another account, @marshallisaboss, also linked to the teacher, became inactive around the same time. Students said they identified their teacher from profile pictures, information in the biography matching a description of Marshall and a blog post on Weebly dated Aug. 25, 2014, in which the author self-identifies as a 30-yearold atheist teacher in Toronto who runs a GayStraight Alliance group. At the time, Miguelo said, “there have been cases in the past where some of our employees

have been impersonated.” The board’s @YRDSB Twitter account said the board takes “concerns about racist tweets very seriously and are investigating.” In 2010, a teacher at Woodbridge College named Mike Marshall was given an “Unsung Hero” award by the Educational Services Committee of District 16. Marshall was a teacher at the school at that time, where his score on the website ratemyteachers.com was an impressive 4.7 out of 5 stars. More than 30 reviews on the site rate Marshall positively at Richmond Green, with students appearing to claim he is an “amazing teacher” who is “very understanding” and goes “that extra mile.” One review on the site from May 11 reads: “He is also very opinionated about controversial topics such as religion and often comes across as insensitive to others’ beliefs inappropriate for a classroom.” Speaking to Torstar in June, school board coordinating superintendent Cecil Roach said he knew the teacher personally and the allegations would be “very disturbing,” if true, because “one of the lead poets in the slam group is a hijab-wearing girl.” A female student, 17, who was taught by Marshall as part of the slam team, said she cannot recall a time Marshall was openly racist, but said “I remember him saying he argues with Muslim extremists on Twitter. ... They were little remarks, and I always thought he was joking, because I looked up to him as a teacher.” - with files from Torstar News Service

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Saturday, September 12, 2015 ribbon cutting East Entrance 9:30 a.m. Meet our 2016 red Mitten AMbAssAdors Olympic Ice Hockey Gold Medallists, Caroline Ouellette, Marie-Philip Poulin, and Shannon Szabados. 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Purchase a pair of RED MITTENS and receive an autographed postcard from Caroline, Marie-Philip and Shannon. 30% from the purchase of each pair of RED MITTENS goes to the Canadian Olympic Foundation. shop the bay.com

10% of the total sales from our reopening event will be donated to Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital to support exceptional patient care.

Local businesses now have a powerful tool to connect them to shoppers who are planning to buy their products. On behalf of Metroland Media, the Richmond Hill Liberal and its sister papers in York Region, Pulse Research surveyed readers and collected indepth information about what shoppers are planning to buy in the next 12 months. John Marling, founder of Pulse Research, described Pulse of Metroland as a prospecting tool that “gives the advertising department a direct barometer of the advertising needs of businesses. This tells you what your readers are going to buy and they’re going to be buying it locally.” The purchasing intentions of Metroland readers were collected through a Pulse survey in July and compiled in August. And while Marling noted many surveys, such as federal election polls, pull data from a sampling of between 800 and 1,600 people, more than 4,300 of our readers completed the 40-minute online survey, providing an extremely reliable sampling. The data from 4,356 respondents applies to 516 business categories “from plumbers to financial planners,” he said. The results offer interesting details about Metroland readers: • 3.2 per cent plan to have laser eye surgery • 5.6 per cent say they will go to an audiology clinic • 10.5 per cent need an electrician • 16.9 per cent are planning to call a handyman • 42.3 per cent say they will shop in a bookstore • 24.9 per cent say they will start using or change an auto insurance provider • 13.5 per cent plan to have shoes repaired • 4.9 per cent are planning to buy a bed for their dog Ian Proudfoot, publisher and vicepresident of Metroland Media in Toronto, York, Simcoe and Muskoka, is thrilled to support local businesses through this new corporate initiative. “This is extremely valuable information for our local business owners who rely on us to reach their customers — our readers,” Proudfoot said. “Knowing how many people in the market are ready to spend money locally gives us the knowledge to guide our advertisers in the right direction.” Pulse of Metroland offers detailed information to businesses in each category. For example, readers planning to shop at a furniture store in the next 12 months indicated they were intending to buy living room furniture, a mattress, or other items. Email msepe@yrmg.com for details.

York Regional Police are looking for help in identifying three suspects after a street-level robbery in Richmond Hill last month. Police responded to a robbery on Yonge Street south of Major Mackenzie Drive at 1 a.m., Thursday Aug. 27. A 20-year-old male victim was parking his vehicle, when he was attacked by three male suspects. He was struck in the head and suffered minor injuries, but was able to get away. The suspects entered the victim’s vehicle and stole several items. The victim believes the suspects — described as three Middle Eastern males — fled in a blue Chrysler van. One suspect was reported to be in his late 20s, of

York Regional Police released a video image this week of two of three suspects wanted in connection to a street-level robbery in central Richmond Hill Aug. 27. To see a second image released by police, go to yorkregion.com

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Police seek three suspects after Richmond Hill robbery stocky build with a wide nose, while the other two suspects were wearing scarves or masks. The investigation is ongoing and police are asking anyone with information to come forward. Police released surveillance photos of the suspects. If you have information, call the #2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7241, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip at www.1800222tips.com - Kim Zarzour

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Federal Liberal leader Justin Trudeau (right) appeared inside a Richmond Hill regional transit facility Friday alongside MPP Reza Moridi, a provincial Liberal, to promise ‘historic’ and ‘predictable’ funding for transit.

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Trudeau announces ‘historic’ funds for transit Liberal leader Justin Trudeau brought his election campaign bus to Richmond Hill’s regional transit facility Friday to announce “historic investments” in infrastructure. Trudeau shared the spotlight and meet and greet sessions with York Region Transit employees with provincial Liberals MPP Reza Moridi of Richmond Hill and transportation minister Steven Del Duca, Vaughan MPP. A Liberal federal government would invest in public transit in order to strengthen the middle class, grow the economy, and ensure Canadians spend less time commuting and more quality time with their families, said Trudeau, inside one of the large bus facilities. “An economy that can’t move its people will never reach its full potential. We see it when we can’t get to a job interview because of no bus service, when busy roads mean we miss our kids’ soccer

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games, when we spend hours sitting in traffic, or when we cram into packed subway cars,” said Trudeau. “This is about safe transit, how we get to work tomorrow, clean air, and our overall quality of life.” A Liberal government would quadruple federal investment in public transit over the next decade by investing $20 billion more, said a campaign press release. Municipalities — which are responsible for the majority of public transit in Canada — have limited revenue sources. A Liberal federal government would work with municipalities to see that “local projects are prioritized, and ensure funding is flexible rather than a roadblock to development”.

Trudeau’s campaign promises “long-term, predictable federal funding” needed to make community transit plans a reality. “Successful, confident countries invest in their own futures and build ambitiously. That is why public transit is a crucial component of our plan to make historic investments in infrastructure,” said Trudeau. “A Liberal government will ensure that we leave a better country to our kids and grandkids than the one we inherited. Richmond Hill riding Liberal candidate Majid Jowhari was part of the media announcement, and on his Twitter feed posted this message: “It’s an honour and absolute privilege to welcome our amazing leader and future Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau to Richmond Hill.” King-Vaughan candidate Deb Shulte and Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill’s Leona Alleslev were also part of the Trudeau media event.

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Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers only valid at participating dealers. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible raincheckable Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upﬁt Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). *Ford Employee Pricing (“Employee Pricing”) is available from July 1, 2015 to September 30, 2015 (the “Program Period”), on the purchase or lease of most new 2015/2016 Ford vehicles (excluding all chassis cab, stripped chassis, and cutaway body models, F-150 Raptor, F-650/F-750, Mustang Shelby GT500, Shelby GT350, 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Mustang). Employee Pricing refers to A-Plan pricing ordinarily available to Ford of Canada employees (excluding any Unifor/CAW negotiated programs). The new vehicle must be delivered or factory-ordered during the Program Period from your participating Ford Dealer. Employee Pricing is not combinable with CPA, GPC, CFIP, Daily Rental Allowance and A/X/Z/D/F-Plan programs. †Until September 30, 2015, lease a new 2015 Ford [Focus SE with Automatic Transmission/Focus ST/Escape SE FWD 2.5L./Escape Titanium AWD] for up to 60 months and get [0.99%/0.99%/3.49%/3.49%] APR on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Lease [Focus SE with Automatic Transmission/Focus ST/Escape SE FWD 2.5L./Escape Titanium AWD] with a value of [$19,428/$28,276/$22,977/$32,399 (after [$1,195/$1,195/$1,995/$0] down payment or equivalent trade in and Total Ford Employee Price adjustment of [$1,491/$2,543/$2,967/$3,890] deducted and including freight and air tax charges of [$1,665/$1,665/$1,790/$1,790]) at [0.99%/0.99%/3.49%/3.49%] APR for up to 60 months with an optional buyout of [$7,519/$10,885/$9,779/$13,064], monthly payment is [$210/$307/$269/$389] (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of [$97/$142/$124/$180]), total lease obligation is [$13,817/$19 ,603/$17,310/$24,556], interest cost of leasing is [$665/$966/$2,868/$3,980] or [0.99%/0.99%/3.49%/3.49%] APR. Total Ford Employee Price adjustment is a combination of Employee Price adjustment of [$1,491/$2,543/$1,967/$2,890] and delivery allowance of [$0/$0/$1,000/$1,000]). Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Total Ford Employee Price adjustment has been deducted. Offers include freight, air tax, and PPSA but exclude administration and registration fees of up to $799, fuel ﬁll charge of up to $120 and all applicable taxes. Additional payments required for optional features, license, and insurance. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Some conditions and annual mileage restriction of 16,000km (80,000 over 60 months) applies. Excess kilometrage charges are 12¢per km for, plus applicable taxes. Excess kilometrage charges subject to change, see your local dealer for details. **Offer only valid from August 1, 2015 to September 30, 2015 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with an eligible Costco membership on or before July 31, 2015. Receive $500 towards the purchase or lease of a new 2015 (and 2016 where the model is available) Ford Fiesta (excluding S), Focus (excluding S and BEV), and $1,000 towards all other Ford models (excluding C-MAX, GT350, GT500, F-150 Raptor, 50th Anniversary Edition Mustang, and Medium Truck) model (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Limit one (1) offer per each Eligible Vehicle purchase or lease, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. Applicable taxes calculated before CAD$1,000 offer is deducted. ©2015 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2015 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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The Rainbows program will be offered again this fall at a Richmond Hill church. A support group for children who have experienced loss through separa-

tion, divorce, incarceration or death in their family, it will run Thursday evenings starting Sept. 24 until Dec. 10 at Community Church of Richmond Hill, 45 Crosby Ave., just east of Yonge Street, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. To learn more, come to an information and registration night Thursday,

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The Bay store and main entrance to Hillcrest Mall has been a construction scene for months. But the caution tape will be gone Saturday when Hillcrest celebrates its official re-opening of the expanded and renovated Hudson’s Bay store, front entrance concept shown below.

Sept. 17 from 7 to 8 p.m. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

If you are interested in having your child or children participate in this program, call 905884-3005, ext. 31 or e-mail angela4rainbows@gmail.com for more information.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 TO THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

HOME OUTFITTERS STORE CLOSING!

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Hillcrest Mall in Richmond Hill is celebrating its $125 million transformation this Saturday, Sept. 12. The re-opening celebration continues all day, from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., but the first 100 customers at the official opening of the new Hudson’s Bay store will receive surprise gift cards, which could have a value of up to $250. The newly renovated and expanded Hudson’s Bay will mark the day with special promotions and events. At 9:30 a.m. there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and speeches at the Yonge Street entrance to the store; with the first 100 people receiving gift cards and select vendors offering a gift with purchases. Between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. there will be beauty demonstrations by select vendors in Hillcrest Mall’s Centre Court and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. refreshments plus a DJ on-site at The Bay. Best of all, 10 per cent of sales from HBC’s re-opening event will be donated to the Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital to support patient care. With more than 110 stores and services, Hillcrest Mall is a regional shopping centre offering a diverse roster of fashion and lifestyle brands. The $125 million Hudson’s Bay renovation will add nearly 130,000 square feet of retail space. For more information, visit hillcrestmall.ca, follow HillcrestMall on Facebook and Twitter, or contact Hillcrest Mall guest services at 905-883-1400.

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The Regional Municipality of York

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE Rutherford Road between Dufferin Street and Keele Street in the City of Vaughan

ENDING SOON! 2015 CIVIC CLEAROUT!

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Rutherford Road between Dufferin Street and Keele Street is scheduled to be closed from Saturday, September 12 at 7 a.m. to Sunday, September 13 at 7 p.m., 2015* to allow for maintenance of the railway crossing. A signed detour route will be implemented during construction. Please direct general inquiries to: Jonah Beckerman, C.E.T. Operations Technologist II The Regional Municipality of York Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75990 Email: jonah.beckerman@york.ca

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Building Roads that Build Community

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LEASE PAYMENTS INCLUDE FREIGHT AND PDI. DEALER ORDER/TRADE MAY BE NECESSARY.

Limited time lease and finance offers available through Honda Financial Services Inc. (HFS), to qualified retail customers on approved credit. Weekly payments include freight and PDI (ranges from $1,495 to $1,695 depending on model), EHF tires ($28.45), EHF filters (ranges from $1.00 to $1.55 depending on model), A/C charge ($100), and OMVIC fee ($5). Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. *$2,500 cash incentive is valid on any new 2015 Civic Coupe and Sedan (except Civic Si Sedan and Hybrid models) when registered and delivered between September 1st and September 30th, 2015. Cash incentive is comprised of $1,000 customer incentive which is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes (can be combined with advertised lease and finance rates); plus $1,500 non-stackable cash which is deducted from the negotiated price before taxes (available for Honda retail customers except customers who lease or finance through HFS at a subvented rate of interest offered by Honda as part of a low rate interest program. All advertised lease and finance rates are special rates). ΩRepresentative weekly lease example: 2015 Civic Si Sedan 6MT (Model FB6E5FKV) // 2015 CR-V LX 2WD (Model RM3H3FES) on a 60 month term with 260 weekly payments at 0.99% // 1.99% lease APR. Weekly payment is $72.98 // $69.90 with $0 down or equivalent trade-in and $0 // $400 total lease incentive included. Down payments, $0 security deposit and first weekly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $18,974.33 // $18,173.41. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. PPSA lien registration fee of $45.93 and lien registering agent’s fee of $5.65, due at time of delivery are not included. †Representative finance example: 2015 Civic Si Sedan (Model FB6E5FKV) with a selling price of $28,525.65 (includes freight, PDI, levies, OMVIC fee, and PPSA; excludes license and HST) on an 84 month term at 0.99% APR, the monthly payment is $351.63. Finance amount is $28,525.65. Cost of borrowing is $1,011.27 for a total finance obligation of $29,536.92 with $0 down or equivalent trade-in. ◆$2,000 // $1,500 // $2,500 // $5,000 total customer cash incentive is valid on any new 2015 Accord Sedan (except LX 6MT) // 2015 CR-V (except CR-V LX 2WD) // 2015 Odyssey // 2015 Pilot models when registered and delivered between September 1st and September 30th, 2015. Cash incentive is available for Honda retail customers except customers who lease or finance through HFS at a subvented rate of interest offered by Honda as part of a low rate interest program. All advertised lease and finance rates are special rates. Cash incentive will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. For all offers: license, insurance, other taxes (including HST) and excess wear and tear are extra. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price. Offers only valid for Ontario residents at Ontario Honda Dealers. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Colour availability may vary by dealer. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. Offers, prices and features subject to change without notice. See your Ontario Honda Dealer or visit HondaOntario.com for full details. ◆◆Based on Association of International Automobile Manufacturers of Canada (AIAMC) data reflecting sales between 1997 and December 2014.

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come FoR A ToUR & DIScoVeR eNRIcHeD ReTIRemeNT lIVING

The Regional Municipality of York

NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSE Class Environmental Assessment Study Rutherford/Carrville Road between Jane Street and Yonge Street City of Vaughan and Town of Richmond Hill

Town of Richmond Hill

Rutherford

Yonge Street

Bathurst Street

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Dufferin Street

Major Macke

Road Carrville

Road

Rutherford GO Station

GO Rail

You are invited to attend the open house and comment on the recommended following designs:

City of Vaughan

Keele Street

York Region is conducting an Environmental Assessment Study of Rutherford/Carrville Road, between Jane Street and Yonge Street in the City of Vaughan and the Town of Richmond Hill.

Jane Street

Think your garden, or your neighbour’s, is the most beautiful garden in town? Come to a Richmond Hill Blooms Gala next week and find out if the experts agree with you. The green thumb residents responsible for creating the top three gardens in each of the town’s six wards will be honoured Thursday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. All residents are invited to attend this first Richmond Hill Blooms Gala, and celebrate the best gardeners in Richmond Hill, as chosen by members of the Richmond Hill Garden and Horticultural Society, members of council and town staff. Doors open at 6 p.m., and you can network with fellow gardeners. Horticulturist expert Ed Lawrence is the guest speaker who will share tips, tricks and techniques to gardening without pesticides. In total, 18 gardeners will be celebrated with a plaque for each. Richmond Hill Blooms is a program to encourage residents to help make the town a more beautiful place to live, work and play by creating attractive, colourful and well-maintained front gardens. The program, in its 10th year, has been updated to refresh and renew interest in gardening. In July, town staff horticulturalists shortlisted a number of front gardens in each of the six wards. In August, members of the horticulture society judged the shortlisted gardens, using the Ontario Horticultural Association’s garden and special planting criteria and selected the best three gardens in each ward. Light refreshments will be served; order your free tickets at the theatre box office; call 905-787-8811 or go online to www.rhcentre.ca

Investigators with the York Regional Police hold-up unit are seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect following a bank robbery in Richmond Hill Tuesday. On Sept. 8 at 10:35 a.m., a robbery occurred at a bank located in the area of Yonge Street and Weldrick Road. A man entered the bank, approached one of the tellers and passed a note demanding cash and indicating he had a handgun. The teller complied with the demand and the suspect fled from the bank on foot. No one was injured as a result of the incident. Suspect is described as: male, white with a thin build, salt and pepper coloured hair, wearing glasses and a white T-shirt with black and blue pants. He was carrying a black backpack. The investigation is ongoing. Investigators from the hold-up unit remind business owners of the importance of maintaining and updating video surveillance equipment. Quality images help to identify suspects, can aid in arrests and have a tremendous impact during court proceedings. Anyone with information is asked to contact the York police hold-up unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6631, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

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Police seek suspect in Richmond Hill bank robbery

• Widening Rutherford/ Carrville Road to six lanes for N additional capacity • Cycling and pedestrian paths • Overpass/underpass at the Rutherford GO Transit rail crossing

Study Area Municipal Boundary Regional Roads

The evaluation of alternative designs, details regarding the recommended designs, the overall impact and next steps will be available during the open house. The project team will be available to answer any questions. Two open houses will be held: Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 Time: Visit anytime between 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Location: Roselawn Public School (in the Gymnasium) 422 Carrville Road Town of Richmond Hill

Date: Monday, September 28, 2015 Time: Visit anytime between 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Location: Maple High School (in the Cafeteria) 50 Springside Road City of Vaughan

Please let us know if you require accommodations to participate. An accessible version of this notice is available upon request.

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Please direct questions and comments to: Cathy Parmer Communications and Community Engagement Specialist The Regional Municipality of York Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75560 Email: roads.ea@york.ca This Class Environmental Assessment Study is being conducted in accordance with Schedule ‘C’ of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment document (October 2000, as amended). Personal information submitted (e.g., name, address and phone number) is collected, maintained and disclosed under the authority of the Environmental Assessment Act and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for transparency and consultation purposes. Personal information you submit will become part of a public record that is available to the general public, unless you request that your personal information remain confidential.

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Packing a lunch for your kids can be a delicate balance of creating something that tastes good, is healthy and nutritious. But meeting all of these criteria doesn’t have to break the bank. Follow these tips and tricks to create an easy-to-make, affordable and delicious school lunch for your little ones:

ter bottle is a smart way to keep a lunch bag cool without investing in an icepack. The best part is that by lunch time, it’ll be thawed out and ready for drinking. Get creative with leftovers Making use of leftovers from last night can be a great way to minimize waste and keep lunches interesting. Try using leftover roasted chicken for a fun Mexican-style burrito or quesadilla.

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p u n sig Register for street hockey tourney and take aim at children’s cancer A Richmond Hill orthodontics firm is presenting a fun street hockey event this month for a good cause. On Saturday, Sept. 26, at Richmond Green Park’s Diamond #7, Davis Orthodontics presents its very first 4-on-4 street hockey tournament. Children and teens between the ages of 8 to 16 years of age are invited to join in the fun and help battle children’s brain cancer, the second most common type of cancer in children. All proceeds from the tourney will go to Tali’s Fund at The Hospital for Sick Children. The tournament will be a fun, family event featuring cotton candy, popcorn, bouncing castles and face painting, among other surprises. Players will participate in a knockout-style tournament with the winning team receiving a personal trophy, as well as having the name of the team, players and year engraved in a trophy to be displayed in one of four David

Orthodontics offices. The tournament runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is $15/person, with all proceeds going to Tali’s Fund at Sick Kids Hospital. Davis Orthodontics will match all proceeds, dollar for dollar. Tali’s Fund was created in loving memory of a 4-year old girl, Tali Doron, who lost her battle with a malignant brain tumour on Aug. 26, 2007. With proceeds raised through Tali’s Fund, scientists at Sick Kids Hospital recently identified the specific types of brain tumours that benefit from surgery and chemotherapy. More research is necessary to discover effective treatments and hopefully find a cure, so that fewer children like Tali have to face terminal cancer. Street hockey players must bring their own equipment to the event, as Davis Orthodontics will only provide street hockey balls and nets. To register as a team, contact davisorthohockey@gmail.com or call 905-884-7550.

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

Before they joined forces, both MacMaster and Leahy were already Celtic music royalty in their own right. MacMaster, the Cape Breton Girl – a prodigy of sorts herself, learned from and inspired by masters like her uncle, Cape Breton legend Buddy MacMaster and others. She began performing as young girl in community centres across Nova Scotia, beginning her recorded career at 16. Embraced for her musical prowess, boundless energy and love of her home, she not only helped to bring the “Cape Breton sound” to millions but also sought out and incorporated contemporary and international influences creating a sound and audience all her own. Appearances on high profile television shows like Good Morning America, Conan O’Brien and even Sesame Street only heightened her appeal. Similarly Donnell Leahy, the elder sibling in the award-winning Leahy family, came to the realization early that he was meant to play. Having a fiddle put in his hand at the tender age of two by his fiddling parents, he says, “I knew right away. I wanted to be like my dad and play like my dad.” That meant being very good, and he was. He and his siblings brought their Ontario blend of traditional and contemporary fiddle music to international acclaim. With the Leahy trademark, thousand-notes-a-minute pace and Donnell’s technical mastery, they broke out big with their 1996 album, Leahy. Anchored by the incendiary Call of the Dance single and video, they wowed a whole generation of fans that had no idea they liked the fiddle. They went from filling halls on their own, to playing stadiums backing up Shania Twain for almost two years. Along the way, they continued to pick up influences that show in their music today. That natural, collaborative tendency is found in the couple’s long-awaited, new album, One – their first together. Released earlier this year, it encompasses styles from across the world, but always imbued with the Ontario and Cape Breton “accents” that each has become famous for. “Making this record is something people always expected,” relates Leahy. “We always expected it, but it was always delayed because it was never the priority.” “But when it did happen,” adds MacMaster “it was a monumental big deal.” “I’m a big fan of Natalie and she’s a big fan of mine,” says Leahy. “So we’re also cheerleaders for each other. It’s a great environment, a great spirit to work in.” The delay also allowed some big name talent to get on board in the form of famed, Juno award-winning rock producer Bob Ezrin who is also a fan. Introduced by Scottish-Canadian country star Johnny Reid, Leahy relates that far from forcing his rock side on the project Ezrin turned out to be a true collaborator who “broadened” and “affected” the music but did not change it. Any rock influences, like the addition of some electric guitar in parts, Leahy says is his doing. He relates how Ezrin reacted. “He shook his head and started laughing and said ‘I love it, but they’re going to blame me for this.” Life doesn’t promise to become any less busy for the duo, who bring their multi-media show to the Flato Markham Theatre, where they will perform at the 30th Anniversary Season Gala on October 17 with special guest Heather Rankin. Their appearance also sets the stage for a number of other high profile Canadian and international performers that also include a few other Celtic inspired evenings including Leahy: The Next Generation – a performance by Donnell’s brother, Doug, and his talented family on December 19, as well as Canadian Irish music icons, the Irish Rovers on November 5 and Celtic Nights – a spectacular presentation of Irish music, dance and art from Ireland’s most talented performers, March 12. MacMaster and Leahy, will also receive one of the first Markham Performance Awards, an annual presentation to those who have contributed to the performing arts in that city. September 25 will also see them starring in Canada’s Walk of Fame celebrations headlining a Massey Hall show, which MacMaster describes as a career highlight, knowing that once again they have the opportunity to make great music and be the best they can be. If they can do that, concludes Leahy, “everything else will look after itself.” Naturally.

Platinum Blonde on having fun and never growing up

by DUNCAN FLETCHER For those who remember the 80s first hand, it’s hard to have memories that don’t include a soundtrack with Platinum Blonde hits. From the searing guitar intro of Doesn’t Really Matter on the hit-laden 1983 Standing in the Dark album, to the opening harmony of Crying Over You and the catchy Situation Critical from 1985’s Alien Shores, they were everywhere. It was quite a ride for the young trio of singer-bassist Mark Holmes, guitarist Sergio Galli and drummer Chris Steffler, who rocketed out of the Toronto club scene to international prominence. The addition of a fourth member, Scottish ex-pat Kenny MacLean in 1985, did nothing to slow their rising star. Holmes credits MTV, Much Music and other video programs for much of their sudden fame, offering tongue-in-cheek, that “a whole generation of teenagers got to see us in tight trousers.” Mass media video allowed a larger, closer, more intense connection with fans who could not only hear their songs, but experience their energy, flashy style and swagger.

The band ultimately went separate ways in 1990. But with Electronic superstars Crystal Castles backed by The Cure’s Robert Smith released a hugely popular version of Not in Love in 2010, a new generation of fans began to clamour for their unique sound. But Holmes steadfastly refused to rely on past laurels, and was determined to bring new material to the table. While conceding they still play their hits in concert, he says, “I’m not into glorifying the past. It’s not where we’re at.” The newer material includes the 2012 release Now & Never that turned out to be a huge success with hits like Beautiful and Valentine becoming concert staples that are as embraced as fully as the old hits – especially by younger fans, who Holmes notes comprise the bulk of modern day Platinum Blonde concert attendees. Fans old and new can look forward to a new album coming this fall, tentatively titled, Symphony Orchestra, that Holmes promises will be a relevant expression of what Platinum Blonde

was and is – a band that has always embraced creative energy, new sounds and technology. “Once you make the fatal mistake of growing up, your art is over,” says Holmes. “But we’re still doing relevant things and I’m still having fun.” Luckily fans don’t have to wait for the new album to get a sneak peek of the new material and hear the hits as Platinum Blonde rocks the Flato Markham Theatre, Fri. Sept. 25th. Get tickets at the theatre box office or www.markhamtheatre.ca

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Thornhill actor walks red carpet at TIFF gala screening By DAVID LI

year’s Toronto International Film Festival. The former Thornhill Secondary student is cast as one of the lead

characters in Beeba Boys, an IndoCanadian action film premiering during TIFF, which is directed by Oscar-nominated Canadian Deepa Mehta. Momen, who now lives in Toronto, didn’t start acting until high school, but thanks to his drama teacher at Thornhill Secondary, he was able to find his calling. “I had a great drama teacher who was a big influence. He saw me one day doing karaoke to impress a girl and while I didn’t get the girl, he did offer me a part in a musical,” recalled Momen with a smile. “So I did the musical and I loved it. And I basically fell in love with acting and realized that this is what I wanted to do,” he added. The talented young actor — who has recently starred in theatre productions and appeared on CTV’s Space Riders: Division Earth — says landing his role in Beeba Boys came DAVID LI PHOTO about as a result of a referral. Looking forward to the TIFF movie premiere Sept. 13 of Beeba Boys are Ali Kazmi (from left), Momen points out that during an Thornhill actor Ali Momen, Canadian director Deepa Mehta, Gia Sandhu and Gabe Grey. initial meeting set up by his agent between Mehta and himself, the Former Thornhill resident Ali Momen will be walking the red carpet at Roy Thomson Hall during this

renowned director told him that she was looking for someone to fill one of the lead roles in the movie and she decided to reach out to him after hearing good things from a trusted source. “So after that initial meeting, I went into her office for an audition. It was good, but wasn’t the best. But I guess Deepa saw something in me. We did a second audition which went much better and after that I knew that I got the part and I think Deepa also knew. When I got that email to confirm, I was just euphoric.” While the film is scheduled to open in theatres across Canada on Oct. 16, Momen will join the cast of Beeba Boys and their director to walk the red carpet during TIFF as part of a special gala screening at Roy Thomson Hall this Sunday, Sept. 13. “The entire cast is super talented and it’s been amazing working with them and with such a great director like Deepa. Everyone is really excited and can’t wait for the premiere.” David Li is a Thornhill freelance writer.

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Saturday, Sept. 12 All invited to free South Asian Music and Dance Festival, a fundraiser for Global Outreach Program, Sept. 12, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Vishnu Mandir auditorium, 8640 Yonge St., Richmond Hill. Enjoy free entertainment; offer freewill donations. For details, call Janty at 905-886-1724. Richmond Hill honours Canadian hero Terry Fox and the 35th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope with the unveiling of the Terry Fox Tribute Sept. 12 at Ransom Park, on Yonge Street just south of Centre Street East in Richmond Hill, starting at 2 p.m. All invited to official unveiling ceremony with mayor, members

Community Calendar of council, Premier Kathleen Wynne, members of Fox family and artists, Radoslaw Kudlinski and Anna Passakas. Free community celebration includes live band, workshops, bubble dance party and free ice cream (while quantities last). For more, visit richmondhill.ca/TerryFox The women’s auxiliary to the Richmond Hill Legion, 233 Centre St. E., presents a Saturday night euchre Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. All invited; for details, call Betty at 905-884-5397. All invited to free Community Corn Roast at Richmond Hill Baptist Church, 50 Wright St., Sept. 12 (rain date Sept. 13) from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Enjoy bouncey castle for young children; ball hockey, volleyball and basketball. The School of Rock presents a fundraising barbecue, Sept. 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 150 Bullock Dr., Markham. Enjoy live music performed by School of Rock house band; all proceeds from food sales help band members tour internationally and perform in the community. Thanks to Smash Kitchen & Bar for donating food and cook. Call 647-218-7625 for details. A Mom To Mom Sale will be held Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to noon at St. Patrick’s Church, 5633 Hwy 7, Markham. Admission free with donation to food bank. Vendor tables available for $20; email stpatrickscwl@gmail.com The York Region Arts Council (YRAC) presents a special screening of The Wizard of Oz at Rainbow Cinemas Elgin Mills, 10909 Yonge St, Richmond Hill Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. (doors open

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Tuesday, Sept. 15 All are welcome to attend York Region Parrot Club meeting Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at Lake Wilcox Community Centre in Oak Ridges. 81 Wildwood Ave., for meet and greet. Reconnect with members and birds and meet new members. For details, visit yorkregionparrotclub.ca

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Interviewer excited about TIFF red carpet assignments By DAVID LI

Richmond Hill’s Emily Anonuevo is just six months into her new role as producer and host for HuffPost Canada and she is gearing up for one of her biggest assignments to date. For the next 10 days, Sept. 10 to 20, she will be interviewing some of the world’s most notable filmmakers and movie stars when they arrive for the annual Toronto International Film Festival. Growing up, Anonuevo was inspired by two world renowned talk show hosts who frequently interviewed movie stars, filmmakers and other newsmakers on their shows. “I grew up watching Barbara Walters and Oprah and I thought to myself ‘that looks like a very fun job and something that I’d love to do,’” recalled the Richmond Hill native, who attended Doncrest Public School. “As a kid, I was just very talkative, curious and inquisitive and I thought those qualities would fit perfectly with a career in journalism. I guess you can say this has been my dream from a very young age,” she added. After graduating from Langstaff Secondary, she set out to pursue her goal at the University of Western Ontario, where she enrolled in the Media, Information and Technoculture program. After completing her undergraduate studies, the aspiring journalist was looking

for ways to break into the field and reached out to the Richmond Hill Liberal to inquire about employment as a reporter. While there were no openings at the time, Anonuevo says she was grateful to land a position as a receptionist. “I answered phones and helped with the sales department and I also got to be near reporters and the newsroom, which made feel like I was getting closer to my dreams. It just made me realize that could be my reality one day,” she said. Anonuevo decided to return to Western and complete her masters in journalism. According to her mother, Rose Anonuevo, she was determined and willing to go out of her way to realize her dream. “She has always aimed for her goals by being open to new opportunities and travelling afar for jobs. She moved to Alberta after landing a videographer position at CityTV, one of her dream stations to work for,” she recalled about her daughter’s relocation to Edmonton immediately after completing her masters. After a year working in Alberta, the young reporter realized that she missed her family. She found a position at Rogers Community Television where she would cover local Richmond Hill news. “It was great covering local news and politics and speaking to families who were doing great things in the community. I gained great

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experience and a strong foundation,” she said about her six years working at Rogers TV. In March of this year, Anonuevo was offered a position as a producer and host for AOL’s HuffPost Canada and decided to take on the new challenge. In her short time with HuffPost, she has enjoyed a lot of variety in her assignments — reporting on everything from federal politics and the success of the Toronto Blue Jays to interviewing celebrities such as astronaut Chris Hadfield. “We cover lifestyle, politics, viral videos, sports, etc. The stories I’m doing are fun and innovative and creative and we’re just trying to engage Canadians in a quirky and fun way,” she said of her new role. Anonuevo, who now lives in downtown Toronto, is also very excited about her upcoming assignment covering TIFF. Similar to her childhood idols – Oprah Winfrey and Barbara Walters – the HuffPost host will interview some serious Hollywood

heavyweights, such as Jake Gyllenhaal, Sandra Bullock and Matt Damon. Still, the proud Canadian says she is perhaps most excited about speaking with some of the homegrown talent — which includes Rachel McAdams from London, Ont., Markham’s Emmanuelle Chriqui, and Toronto filmmaker Deepa Mehta, to name just a few. “It’ll be a big thrill talking to the Hollywood stars and the international stars, of course. But we are focusing on TIFF from a Canadian perspective. I’m perhaps most looking forward to talking to the talented Canadian filmmakers and movie stars about their projects,” Anonuevo said. “TIFF is the ‘it’ event in Toronto every September and this will be my first one, so I really don’t fully know what to expect yet … But I’m looking forward to getting out there on that red carpet and finding first-hand what the buzz is all about.” David Li is a Thornhill freelance writer.

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foolhardy; if there were hostilities in the area, they’d up and leave and had strict evacuation procedures. “But a number of these aid agencies are not as safe as they could be … Clearly there were real missteps.” In the months following the incident, Steve learned that security measures in place at the time were lax and ineffective; activities were not kept as secret as they should have been and armed guards not consistently used, he said. His son had been trying for the last two years to launch an independent investigation, but Peter said he was treated by the NRC with evasiveness and arrogance. Steve has filed two claims against the NRC, for support for physical and psychological damages and for gross negligence in duty of care. It is, Peter said, a David and Goliath challenge against an organization with thousands of employees, in-house lawyers and communications department and an external legal firm dedicated to the case. Steve is seeking a total of $50,000 — $40,000 to cover the remaining legal and court fees, and $10,000 to cover major expenses (mainly airfare back and forth to Oslo). The NRC had not responded to requests for comment by press time, but an article published in Norway’s Bistandsaktuelt quoted assistant secretary general Geir Olav Lisle, saying the organization regrets not having reached a solution. Employee safety is a high priority, he added, and the group works continuously to

learn from such incidents. On his fundrazr.com campaign page, Steve said the NRC views what happened to him and his colleagues as “residual risk” — remaining risk after everything reasonably possible has been done to prevent it. He said his court case will prove this is not true. “I know aid work is dangerous stuff,” Steve said in a video posted on his website, “but the question I have is, how many of those incidents were preventable?” The campaign has raised $22,000 so far, with many anonymous comments from those who say they, too, are aid workers afraid for their lives and afraid to speak out. Steve said he hopes the campaign will generate discussion and cause aid groups to seriously question whether they’ve done everything reasonably possible to prevent incidents and to reduce the impact, should incidents happen anyway. More needs to be done to reduce the risk of violence towards aid workers, he said. “I get a five-minute safety briefing on fastening up my seat belt and leaving the plane, every flight. Yet to have updated security plans in insecure contexts is accepted as never achievable.” Peter said he applauds his son for perseverance on an important issue. “If they continue with the status quo, they’ll keep having people kidnapped and killed … But if he’s successful, aid workers will breathe a sigh of relief. There are still a lot of young people looking to help.”

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You can help late Richmond Hill man’s family reach goal The Loader family hopes you can help finish what Richmond Hill’s Graeme Loader started, when he set out to raise $15,000 for the World Wildlife Federation by cycling from coast to coast. His journey was tragically cut short when he was hit on the road in Manitoba. Join a cycling and walking event in Aurora Sunday.

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The Loader family hopes you can help complete the fundraising goal of a young man who lost his life last summer during a charity ride across Canada. Graeme Loader, a 24-year-old from Richmond Hill with a passion for photography, had set out to raise $15,000 for the World Wildlife Foundation by cycling from coast to coast. However, he didn’t reach his goal before being struck and killed by a motorist. His uncle, Dave Loader, thought it would be a fitting tribute to his nephew to organize the first Graeme’s Cycle and Walk for Life event to raise funds for the WWF. “He would do anything to help make the world a better place,” Graeme’s father, Paul Loader said. “We will never forget him … it would be nice to have something like this every year to honour his memory.” You are invited to join the family for a fourkilometre walk or 20-kilometre cycle Sept. 13 at 10 a.m. at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex. After the event, participants are invited to King Richard’s Pub, where Graeme used to work, to enjoy fun, food and music. All proceeds are going to support World Wildlife Fund Canada. Graeme wasn’t a cyclist, but after doing research and cycling around York Region, he told his father he was going to go from coast to coast not only to photograph the sights, but to raise funds for a good cause. “I was really surprised when he told me,

but he was determined,” his father said. “The inspiration came from Terry Fox. Graeme even dipped his wheel in the ocean in Vancouver before he started.” Graeme posted photographs and blogged about his adventure as he stayed at hostels, camp sites, people’s homes and the side of the road between cycling. He met a girl in Saskatchewan and stayed with her for a week, which delayed his progress. His father recalls Graeme saying he was in love. The two of them were to reconnect after Graeme had completed his journey. He had popped into a coffee shop in Manitoba and met a woman, who invited him to stay with her when he reached Brandon that evening. He called the woman and told her he would be there in 40 minutes, but never arrived. His last post on Facebook reads: “I’ve been repeating a phrase that popped into my head this morning. I am where I am because I am. It’s incredible what can happen when you accept the unexpected and embrace every moment.” It is a phrase his father will never forget. That night, he received a phone call no parent ever wants to receive. “Over 1,000 people attended his funeral service and it was touching to see how many people’s lives he had touched,” Paul said. “He was a boy too young to go but he had an impact on so many people’s lives in the short time he was here.”

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Residential Waste Collection - DZ Drivers These are PERMANENT positions for residential curb side Blue Box, Green Bin and waste collection. If you have the ability to provide excellent service to residents, good communication skills as well as a DZ licence (required) and a clean driver’s abstract we want to hear from you. Interested applicants are invited to forward your resume, CVOR and current driver’s abstract to: Human Resources, 8050 Woodbine Ave., Markham, ON L3R 2N8 Fax: (905) 475-6396 Email: david.freemantle@millergroup.ca We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Love Working With Children?

RECEs

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

Please email resume to: amongfriendsdaycarecentres @hotmail.com

CMM TECHNICIAN

2 PART TIME RECEPTIONISTS Monday & Wednesday evenings Tuesday & Thursday evenings and alternate Saturdays. Fax/email resume: 905-883-3085 linda.bryk@rhsubaru.com

No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

EXPERIERNCED REAL ESTATE LAW CLERK

SBMB LAW, a well established full service Richmond Hill law firm, has an immediate opening for a full time, experienced Real Estate Law Clerk. We offer an excellent working environment and competitive remuneration package. Apply in confidence by e-mail to our Office Administrator, Marilyn Dunleavy, at mdunleavy@sbmblaw.com

BEREAVEMENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR

The Miller Group is a diversified Canadian company servicing North America. We provide both public and private sectors with road construction, paving, road rehabilitation, engineering construction, waste management and recycling services, transit operations, winter maintenance services, aggregate-based materials, cement and ready-mix concrete.

P&F Meats Products Ltd. Located at 10768 Woodbine Avenue in Markham has three positions available. 1) Meat Cutter 2) Packaging of meat orders 3) Retail counter help Willing to train energetic individuals. Please call Tom at 905-887-1333

contacted.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL

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

The Queensville Cemetery Company (QC) is seeking a Bereavement Services Administrator who reports directly to the General Manager. QC is a financially strong, non-profit organization serving funeral homes and families since 1874 in the rapidly growing area of Queensville and surrounding communities. It provides a variety of death care services and is an active member of the Ontario Association of Cemetery and Funeral Professionals. This new position will be involved in direct customer service and sales, office administration and other bereavement related duties. The preferred candidate will have working experience with a cemetery or in a bereavement related position, general knowledge of bookkeeping practices and be computer literate with a working knowledge of the FBCSA and all applicable regulations. They will possess exceptional communication, interpersonal and organizational skills and enjoy working independently when required. The Administrator will be helping families during difficult times through compassion, understanding and providing the utmost in service. A written response outlining the hiring process will be sent to all who apply. Those interested in this special opportunity with a competitive salary can forward a resume in confidence outlining their background and experience by October 10, 2015 to:

Bereavement Services Administrator Hiring Competition c/o Harry T. Vlachos, H.R. Consultant, PO Box 1056, Virgil, ON L0S 1T0 Email: htvlachos@gmail.com Condo developer/builder in Markham has 2 immediate openings: DEVELOPMENT & BUILDING ASSISTANT • Assist in all aspects of processing a variety of applications including zonings, condominium registrations, building permits • Be familiar with construction; fluent in English speaking & writing; computer literate & be self-motivated in achieving results. Salary commensurate with experience. BUILDING CONTRACTS ASSISTANT • Research trades and price all aspects of construction. • Be familiar with building drawings, specifications and have basic construction knowledge; willing to work to specific deadlines and co-ordinate payment verification of all invoices to process to accounting; fluent in English speaking and writing and be computer literate. Salary commensurate with experience. Email: 7800GLCmarkham@gmail.com

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKERs (PSW) HOME SUPPORT WORKERs Apply online at: chats.on.ca/careers 905-713-3373 ext 6035 1-877-725-3208

In York Region including Richmond Hill, Thornhill & Vaughan

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550 Edward Ave., Richmond Hill, ON, L4C 3K4 (near Elgin Mills Rd & Bayview Ave)

Part Time Drivers Required Approximately 30 hours per week Please apply in person with resume and drivers abstract to: PARAMOUNT TRUCK SALES 8800 Yonge Street Richmond Hill, Ontario 905-764-5252 Must have a valid Canadian passport for border crossing trips.

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JOB POSTING JOB TITLE: Mailperson - Casual Part-Time BUSINESS UNIT: Aurora, ON THE OPPORTUNITY York Region Media Group, a division of Metroland Media Group, is currently looking to fill a casual part-time Mailperson position for the Aurora Warehouse, working up to 19 hours a week. Reporting to the Mailroom Supervisor, the Mailperson is responsible for manually inserting flyer packages into the newspaper for distribution. In addition, he/she will be responsible for manually counting flyers with the use of a scale. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Setting of scales, counting and accurately weigh flyers • Placing counted flyers on rollers • Lifting flyer bundles to and from pallets • Inserting flyer packages into newspaper • Perform manual material handling • Hours fluctuate seasonally based on insert/ flyer volume • Complete all duties in accordance with our Health and Safety policies and the Occupational Health and Safety Act • Other duties as assigned WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • Completed Secondary Education or equivalent • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment with strong attention to detail • Ability to remain alert and maintain a high level of concentration • Must have own transportation If working for a highly energized, competitive team is your ideal environment, please email your resume to dlong@yrmg.com by September 18, 2015. Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview. Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

WAREHOUSE AND PRODUCTION

Location: Vaughan, Ontario. Job Duties: - Plastic parts cleaning - General System Maintenance - Part sanding - Part finishing - Part painting - General warehouse maintenance

Call: 905-738-1779, ex 111

We are looking for 2 courteous and ambitious

NEW, USED AND LEASING SALESPEOPLE

Email: mctwinhills@aol.com or call (905)884-4441

LINE SUPPORT

for Scholastic in Markham. Work with production lines, sometimes using heavy machinery. Use RF scanners. Must have high school diploma and 1 year of related work experience. Forklift Operator would be an asset.

resumes@scholastic.ca

Contract Production Associate Position(s) Target Start Date: Fall 2015 Length of Contract: 1-year renewable Located in Alliston, Ontario and employing approximately 4200 Associates, HCM is a 45-minute drive north of Toronto and 25 minutes south of Barrie. Honda of Canada Mfg. (HCM) began production in 1986 and, today, is one of Honda’s premier manufacturing facilities in the world producing the Honda Civic and the CRV sport utility vehicle. HCM currently has employment opportunities available for Contract Production Associates. Applicants must be able to work rotating shifts, have the ability to work with a high level of motivation, energy and detailed focus in a physical, fast paced environment.

We require School Crossing Guards in Richmond Hill Immediately. •Rolling Hill Rd. & Jack Ashton Ave. •Rolling Hill Rd. & Richvalley Cres.

Please call us today at: 905-737-1600

The Power of Dreams is alive and well at HCM. Come join our team for a rewarding and worthwhile experience!

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Silver Birch Contracting is currently accepting applications for the position of ProjectAdministrator/ Office Manager. Applicants should have previous experience in administration of construction projects, general office functions, have good organizational and communication skills, and be able to work with minimal supervision. Applicants must have proficient computer skills including advanced Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit cover letter and resume to admin@birchcon.ca

We thank all applicants in advance but advise that only those under consideration will be contacted.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

HCM will provide all personal protective equipment (safety shoes, glasses, hats, etc), uniforms and lockers. Associates will also have the opportunity to use HCM’s state-of-the-art on-site fitness and recreation facility as well as the Associate Workshop. Competitive compensation including shift premium, bonuses and basic benefit package provided. Interested applicants may apply directly by submitting an application/ resume at the main entrance of Plant One or Plant Two, or by forwarding a resume to the attention of Recruitment at recruiting@hcm.honda.com. Applicants should list any relevant work experience where physically demanding and repetitive work was required. Also, please specify any specific experience using hand tools, or equipment.

PICKER PACKER

Twin Hills Ford Lincoln Ltd.

to join our winning team. We are a well established dealership serving the community for over 40 years in the same location. Experience is an asset, or will train motivated candidates. Must have good communication skills. We offer: Salary+ competitive commission package, health & dental plan, ongoing training, friendly environment.

Honda of Canada Mfg. Box 5000, 4700 Industrial Parkway Alliston, ON, L9R 1A2

We are welcoming applicants for Summer operations from York Region and Scarborough POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Construction Crew Leaders & Members

(2 yr Experience and min G Licence)

Landscape Maintenance Crew Leaders & Crew Members

(2 yr Experience and min G Licence)

Please send resumes to GTAEJOBS@clintar.com or fax 416-291-6792

Twin Hills Ford Lincoln Ltd. is looking for a

FULL -TIME LEASING CLERK

Experience is an asset, or will train motivated candidates. Must be computer literate and able to multitask under pressure. Good communication skills a must.

Email: mctwinhills@aol.com or call (905)884-4441 for appointment

(3pm-11pm) for Scholastic in Markham. Fill, package and label a variety of book orders in a timely and efficient manner. Successful completion of two years of high school required. Some heavy lifting is required of this position.

Stores for Sale

TWO STOREY - COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL 20*90 retail and 20*90 residential Property 20*120 New Furnace 2011/ New CAC 2012 New Roof 2005 Three apartments plus Retail $54,000 gross $37,000 net - annual income 979,000 Building Only No Agents Please

resumes@scholastic.ca DENTAL RECEPTIONIST Maple Friendly general practice. Full Time Monday to Friday. Experience necessary. Fax resume to: 905-832-2113 or email: wjurczak1223@msn.com N&R Construction requires a

PERMANENT WELDER

in Richmond Hill. Operating manual & semi automatic welding equipment, etc. Repairing worn parts of metal products. 5 years experience. High school/ trade certificate required. $32/hour. Send resume to: nrwelder@gmail.com

Stores for Sale

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Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm • 905-853-2527 • Toll Free 1-800-743-3353 • Fax 905-853-1765 • For delivery questions, please contact 1-855-853-5613 Apartments for Rent

Apartments for Rent

AURORADowntown Yonge St. 1 bedroom. Upper bright with heat. Appliances. No smoking. No pets. No parking. Immediate. $1050+ hydro. Call Ron 416-605-7457

BATHURST/ RUTHERFORD- 2 bedroom basement, 1 bath. Would suit single or student. Access to laundry, parking. Close to buses. $1100 inclusive. No smoking/ pets. August 15th. Call or text 416-881-7937

MCCOWAN/ DENISON- Newly renovated 1 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, 1 parking, laundry. Non-smoking/pets. Near public transit. Available immediately. (905)940-2442

RICHMOND HILL, Yonge/ Elgin Mills, Newly renovated 2 bedroom basement, Separate entrance, laundry, parking, No smoking/pets. Available immediately. 416-723-3171

HWY 7/ Martingrove- 1 bedroom ground floor. Parking, close to transit. $900 inclusive. Non smoking/ pets. October 1st. 905-850-9920

STOUFFVILLE, MAIN Street Renovated 2 bedroom walk up, hardwood, new appliances, windows. Parking, $1250+ utilities. Walk to GO station. Available October 1st. 416-705-7065.

STOUFFVILLE 2 bedroom main floor apartment, laundry, dishwasher. 1 parking. Walk to GO Train. $1100 inclusive. Available October/November 1st. 416-906-5779

WESTON/ LANGSTAFF- Large 1 bedroom basement apartment, very clean. Kitchen with dinette. Large family room. Parking. $1000/ month. References required. 905-856-1586

UNIONVILLE- 2 bedroom basement, separate entrance, near schools, laundry, parking. Non-smoking/ pets. $950+ 1/3 utilities. Immediately. Call Siraj Ahmad, Broker, Right At Home Realty Inc., Brokerage (416)725-4103.

MCCOWAN/ DENISON- 2 bedroom apartment. Laundry, 1 parking. No pets/ smoking. Available immediately. $850 inclusive. 416-833-8145

ELGIN MILLS/ YONGE 1 bedroom basement apartment, available immediately. $950 inclusive. Separate entrance, close to transit/ amenities. Non-smoking/ pets. 905-508-2999

BATHURST/ RUTHERFORD- bright, 2 bedroom basement, separate entrance. Newly renovated, cable, new appliances, laundry, parking. $975. Suitable for single or two people. Non-smoking/ pets. 905-508-5799

MAIN STREET Markham- 1 small bedroom apartment. $750+ hydro. No smoking/ pets. Available immediately. 905-294-5465

BAYVIEW/ MAJOR Mackenzie (Osiris Dr.)- 2 bedroom basement, laundry, parking, garage. October 1st. First/ last. References. $1000 utilities included. 905-844-1634

MAPLE 1 bedroom basement apt., private entrance. Parking. Appliances, laundry. Beside GO. Non-smoking/ pets. Utilities included. (905)832-3012; (416)720-8847

MARKHAM- APARTMENT building- 2 bedroom, balcony, laundry room, 1 indoor parking, elevator. Suits retired couple. No dogs. $1060. Available October 1st. 416-908-3765

MARKHAM & Dennison- 1 bedroom basement, separate entrance & laundry. Close to everything. Non-smoking/pets. Available immediately. Please phone 905-201-8272

RICHMOND HILL Apts. - 15 Baif Blvd. AMAZING 3 bdrms Suites! LVP flooring, great views, upgraded avail! Dishwashers, in-suite storage, pool, social rm w/ events, car wash, GREAT LOCATION! Drop in TODAY, Office open daily. (905) 883-4994 richmondhillapts.com

MARKHAM- Hwy #7/ McCowan Completely renovated 1 bedroom apartment. Immediate. $1250. 905-294-2045

STOUFFVILLE- MAIN St. 2 bedroom apartment in building. $900+ hydro. Call Lili 905-716-4438

MARKHAM/14TH 2 bedroom basement, separate entrance, parking, laundry. Near schools, amenities. Non-smoking/ pets. $1000. inclusive. Immediate 905-472-4502, 647-527-4615

Classifieds

YONGE/ CROSBY- 2 bedroom basement. Separate entrance, 5 stainless steel appliances, parking, own laundry. Non-smoking/ pets. $1200 inclusive. 905-780-8666 YONGE/ ELGIN Mills- Renovated 1 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance. Close to transit and shops. Available October. 416-301-2239 YONGE/ GAMBLE area- 1 bedroom walkout basement. Includes laundry, internet, cable. Close to bus stop. No smoking. No pets. $1000 inclusive. 416-566-6352

Condos for Rent

Townhouses for Rent

MARKHAM Woodbine Ave / Rodick Rd. 2 bedroom townhouse $1220.+ utilities Newly renovated. Family neighbourhood. Available immediately. 1-877-464-9675 ext. 72727 housingyorkrentals@york.ca

BUR OAK/ Ninth Line- 4 bedroom townhouse, 2 1/2 bath, big kitchen, laundry, 1 parking. Non smoking/ pets. $1700 negotiable. Immediately. 905-201-2254, 647-406-0332

Houses for Rent

FABULOUS DETACHED Raised Bungalow Complete with 3 generous bedrooms. Updated throughout - Many windows allowing for sun filled rooms. Partially finished basement can be used for another bedroom or play area. Great Location. $1,700.00 plus utilities. A+ tenants - non-smokers. Preferably no pets. For more information contact Tracee @ 905-505-0475

MARKHAM- DENISON/ KennedyUpdated 3 bedroom house for rent. Available immediately. No pets/ no smoking. $2000+ utilities. David 416-618-3608

ISLINGTON/ HWY7, Facing ravine, 1000 sqt, spacious 2 bedroom condo. 5 appliances including ensuite laundry. Parking, non-smoking. Storage. Small pets allowed. $1500+. 647-990-4670.

CLOSE TO Markham/ Stouffville3 bedroom house & large barn for rent. Available immediately. $1230+ utilities. 905-888-9214

NEW CONDO, 1 Bedroom+den, FIRST RESIDANT, near GO TRAIN, 404, $1,500 Per Month 416-890-8091

YONGE/ MAJOR Mackenzie- 2 bedroom house on a big lot. All appliances. Near GO Train. Available Immediately Tony 416-219-8660, 416-817-3269

Houses for Rent

AURORA (Leslie/ St. John’s Sdrd) Brand new 2 storey 4 bedroom house, double garage. Available September 15th. $2000 +utilities. 905-726-5965 AURORA HEIGHTS/ Yonge Main floor bungalow, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, laundry, parking, a/c, internet. Use of unfinished basement. Non-smoking/ pets. $1600+ utilities. Nov. 1. (416)712-6843

Rooms for Rent and Wanted

HWY#7/ MCCOWAN Large room, TTC, shopping, laundry. Cable, internet. $540. utilities included. 1st/ last. No parking. Suit single professional. 647-722-2285. UNIONVILLE - Kennedy Rd. & 16th Avenue. Room for rent in lovely newer home. Available immediately. Suitable for students or professional. Call 416-807-0465

MARKHAM VILLAGE- quiet, large room, private bath, parking, laundry, tv, internet, fridge, non-smoking/ pets. Available immediately. $675 inclusive. 416-712-9024

Cottages for Rent

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

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9am - 3pm

Sat. Sept. 12th

Housewares, children’s items, small furniture and decor items.

MEGA GARAGE SALE Sat., Sept. 12th 8am-4pm 331 Bowes Rd. Unit 10 (Keele/Hwy#7)

Commercial, industrial, household, electrical, plumbing, tools, flooring. Something for everyone.

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Sunday, Sept. 13 10am-2pm 321 Atha Ave. (Bayview/Weldrick) Richmond Hill Sofa, loveseat, chair, dishes, dog house, TV, bike, more.

Garage/Moving Sale

Everything MUST go!

Various household items, furniture, lots of DVD/Blu-Ray movies/TV series & CD’s.

Sat. Sept. 12th 8am-1pm. 26 Gray Crescent Richmond Hill

OVER 70 HOMES! LESLIE/JOHN THORNHILL Huge Community Garage Sale Saturday, Sept. 12th 8am-12pm

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See full list of homes at:

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CONTENTS SALE 53A Puccini Drive Richmond Hill L4E 2Y7 Sat. Sept. 12 Sun., Sept. 13 10am ~ 4pm Everything must go!

GARAGE SALE Sept. 12th - 9-3 Sun 9-12 Something for everyone 42 OConnor Cres

HUGE 18 FAMILY STREET SALE

Sat., Sept. 12th 8:30am-2pm. Westbury Court (Bathurst/ Shaftsbury), Richmond Hill. DON’T MISS THIS! Rain Date Sunday

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Articles for Sale

HOSPITAL BEDExcellent condition. Electric. Single. Only 3 years old. $600 O.B.O. 905-884-6406 Building Equipment/ Materials

Building Equipment/ Materials

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS UP TO 60% OFF! 30x40, 40x60, 50x80, 60x100, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call: 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Cars for Sale

2006 NISSAN X-TRAIL BONA VISTA IN RED It’s a great family vehicle and an exceptional winter performer with AWD. It comes with Nissan’s 2.5L, 4 cyl. engine which has a great combination of both power and fuel efficiency. The vehicle was well maintained and is in pristine condition, clean inside out, come and fall in love with this beauty! Regular scheduled maintenance with majority highway driving. 158,000 km on it, which is nothing for a Japanese vehicle. Features: ABS brakes, switchable AWD, A/C, 6 CD changer, alloy wheels, cruise, cooling cup holders, heated seats, huge power moonroof, keyless entry, power everything and Remote start for those cold winters. Getting a vehicle from work. Comes certified & emission tested, with sellers package. Asking $7,227 cash.

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Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

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Lifestories

A celebration of lives well lived and people well loved Read more Life Stories on yorkregion.com

Michael Bucci always made time for others By Tim Kelly

tkelly@yrmg.com

he doorbell woke up Lucy Bucci at 1:30 a.m. on Aug. 29, 2014. Her son, Michael, hadn’t arrived home to Richmond Hill following recreation hockey in Scarborough. She went to the door, wondering who it could be? Her first foggy thought was Michael had forgotten his house key or maybe her daughter, Melissa, had forgotten hers. But when she peeked through the window, Lucy saw two police officers and two women from victim services. She soon got the news every parent dreads. “Your son was in a terrible car accident,” the officer said. “He succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the accident.” Lucy said her husband, Bruce, with serious health concerns of his own, was hysterical at the news and her daughter was frozen stiff at the top of the stairs. As for Lucy, her brain simply shut down, then and there. The next day at 7 a.m., she went to the coroners’ office in Toronto to identify her only son. “I saw him on a screen. The detectives were still there. He was just smiling, with a beautiful little smile with his eyes closed. He looked angelic,” Lucy said. “It’s just a horrible, horrible thing to go through.” Lucy desperately wanted to know what caused the single car crash on Elgin Mills Road in Richmond Hill that took Michael’s life at age 27. But nobody could give her any answers. “It eats away at you — initially, every day I was searching and searching for an answer. I met with the coroner twice. “No alcohol, no sickness, no drugs, no texting. How did this happen? Is it mechanical? Is it human error? What caused this? The officer stated the only person who knows is not here to tell us,” she said. Lucy only has memories of Michael now, the young man she remembers vividly. “I miss that boy. I miss his walking in saying, ‘Hello, hello, what’s for dinner, what are we eatin’ tonight,’ cause he was all about food,” she said in a recent phone conversation.

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Michael Bucci and his girlfriend, Jessica Couto. Michael was the kind of man she said, who, “no matter where he went, he stopped and spoke to every single person, even if he hadn’t seen them in 15 years, he stopped and talked to them.” “So many people in the community have told me he came up to them and said, ‘How’s it going, how are you doing?’ Michael was such a regular young man, with goals and dreams of the future. He attended elementary school at Our Lady Help of Christian and Father Henri Nouwen and went to high school at St Theresa of Liseuix. With fiancée Jessica Couto, he had plans to marry this past April. The two had been together five years at the time of the crash, had purchased a house, were saving for their future together and were big Toronto Maple Leaf fans. Michael was a Red Seal electrician, helped out his grandparents in Caledon by mowing the grass and other chores. He was a true outdoorsman, according to his

Celebrate a life well lived!

“Adored by children, universally respected and an inspiration to her peers, Mrs. McCluskey was a tireless volunteer, quick to deflect the praise heaped on her.”

mom, a videographer who started a small business, Camvast Productions with two friends doing videos and photography and produced a book called Glory and Triumph. His mom called him “a mover and shaker.” Lucy and Melissa have had a tough year. Bruce, who has scleroderma, an autoimmune disease that is a chronic hardening and tightening of the skin, is now terminally ill with lung cancer. Just 54, Bruce is back and forth to Sunnybrook Hospital and is very sick. “I haven’t been able to take a breath,” Lucy said in mid-August. She has plans to have a memorial for Michael, and she wishes she had travelled more with her son when she had the chance. “I was one of these parents, I would read about it in the paper and hear it on the news and I’d say, ‘Oh my God, that poor family.’ “When I went through this I said, ‘Oh, this wasn’t supposed to be me.’”

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Home Renovations

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Offers available from September 1 - 30, 2015. ◆$12,698/$10,998 selling price which includes MSRP and fees for a new 2015 Sentra 1.8 S M6 (C4LG55 AA00)/2015 Nissan Micra® 1.6 S , MT (S5LG55 AA10). $3,784/$634 NCI non-stackable cash discount, which includes $350/$200 dealer participation included in advertised amount. $750 stackable Clearout Cash included in adveritised amount on 2015 Sentra 1.8 S M6 (C4LG55 AA00). *Cash discount is $2,750/$2,000/$3,000/$2,500/$8,500 available on 2015 Rogue models, except S FWD (Y6RG15 AA00) which receives $1,000 when cash purchased, $3,250 discount is only available when financing with NCF through standard rates/ 2015 Juke models, except Nismo RS AWD (N5YT15 AE00) which receives $750, $2,500 discount is only available when financing with NCF through standard rates/ 2015 Sentra models except 1.8 S FWD (C4LG55 AA00) which receives $4,534/ 2015 Micra SR trims, excludes S trim which gets $634 and SV trims which get $1,750/2015 Armada models, except Platinum trims (7CTG75AA00, 7CTG75 CC00, 7CTG75 CR00) which receive $7,500. Cash discount consists of $1,750/$1,250/$2,250/$2,150 non-stackable cash with $0/$0/$350/$200 dealer participation on 2015 Rogue/2015 Juke/2015 Sentra/2015 Micra and $1,000/$750/$750/$0 stackable Clearout Cash on select trims with $300/$250 dealer participation on 2015 Rogue/2015 Juke. Dealers may set their own prices. An order or dealer trade may be required. ◆Equivalent lease payments of $59 on the 2015 Rogue must be made on a monthly basis and cannot be made weekly. Weekly lease payments are for informational purposes only. .Representative monthly lease offer based on any new 2015 Rogue S FWD CVT (Y6RG15 AA00). 0.99%/0% lease APR for a 60/36 month term equals monthly payments of $257/$349 with $0 down payment, and $0 security deposit. First monthly payment, down payment and $0 security deposit are due at lease inception. Prices and payments include freight and fees. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km/year with excess charged at $0.10/km. Total lease obligation is $15,424/$12,579. $1,000 Clearout Cash included in advertised offer. Conditions apply. †Representative finance offer based on any new 2015 Rogue S FWD CVT (Y6RG15 AA00). Selling price is $25,342 financed at 0% APR equals monthly payments of $528 monthly for a 48 month term. $0 down payment required. Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $25,342. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. ▲Models shown $36,942/$32,012/$26,132/$18,572 Selling price for a new 2015 Rogue SL AWD Premium (Y6DG15 BK00)/ 2015 Juke® SL AWD (N5XT15 AA00)/2015 Sentra 1.8 SL (C4TG15 AA00)/2015 Micra 1.6 SR AT (S5SG75 AE10). See your dealer or visit Nissan.ca/Loyalty. *◆±.▲Freight and PDE charges ($1,760, $1,700, $1,600, $1,600) air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, applicable fees (all which may vary by region), manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable are included. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data, www.alg.com. For more information see IIHS.org. †Forward Collision Warning is intended to warn you before a collision occurs; it cannot prevent a collision. Speed and other limitations apply. See Owner’s Manual for details. The Nissan Sentra received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact cars in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2015.Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. ©2015 Nissan Canada Inc. and Nissan Canada Financial Services Inc. a division of Nissan Canada Inc. ALTA GROUP’S KICK OFF TO SUMMER NISSAN MICRA GIVEAWAY (the “Contest”) is open to any individual (the “Contestant”) who purchases or leases, and takes delivery of a new or used vehicle from Alta Nissan Woodbridge, Alta Nissan Richmond Hill, Maple Nissan or Stouffville Nissan (collectively the “Alta Group”) between September 1, 2015 and September 30, 2015 (the “Contest Period”). Each Contestant will be automatically entered into the Contest by the Alta Group with a chance to win one of two Brand New 2015 Nissan Micras (S5LG55 AA00)(the “Prizes”). One entry per Contestant. Odds of winning are based on the number of vehicles sold during the Contest Period. Each Contestant shall have one ballot entered into a draw (the “Initial Draw”) from which six (6) Contestants shall be selected for the Final Draw. The Initial Draw shall take place on October 8th, 2015. Each of the Contestants selected in the Initial Draw shall be notified via email that they have been selected to participate in the Final Draw. The Final Draw will take place at Maple Nissan, at 2:00 pm on October 21, 2015. To participate in the Final Draw, Contestants selected in the Initial Draw must be present at Maple Nissan at or before 1:00 pm on October 21, 2015 (the “Check in Time”) to sign in. Only those Contestants who arrive at or before the Check in Time, will be entered into the Final Draw. Two of the Contestants present for the Final Draw will each win one of the Prizes (the “Winners”). The Winners will not be able to substitute the Prizes for cash or trade in, and the Winners will be required to take delivery of the Prizes within two weeks of the Final Draw or will forfeit their Prize. All fleet vehicle purchases are excluded from the Contest. Employees of Nissan, the Alta Group and The Zanchin Automotive Group and its affiliated entities (the “Excluded Individuals”) are excluded from participation in the Contest. Immediate family members of Excluded Individuals are also excluded from participation in the Contest.