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LONG BRANCH HISTORY
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Read this month’s installment of a throw-back to life in Long Branch in the early 20th century.
LOVE IS IN THE AIR
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Learn to keep cool this summer with meditation tips from Marlene Sammy of Branch Yoga & Wellness.
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We celebrate 15 years of the Lakeshore Mardi Gras Festival, August 3 - 6
TRIUS + AIM NOW OPEN IN ALDERWOOD Read our Q&A with Trius + aiM owners, Irina Nikolova and Chef Daniel Ansu, as they welcome the neighbourhood to their new bistro and event space.
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MASTHEAD The Etobicoke Lakeshore Press is published monthly by Fiat Lux Media and is mailed to every house in Long Branch by Canada Post. Additional copies are available for pick-up at local businesses along the Lakeshore. Our aim is to capture life in Long Branch by highlighting positive contributions to our community by local business owners, elected officials, and residents.
CONTRIBUTORS MATTHEW DOUGLAS Long Branch Resident & Lead Pastor at West Edge Church in Port Credit
TRAVIS PERRATON Accredited Financial Planner at RBC in Long Branch
BRAD JONES MARLENE SAMMY President & Owner of Ridley Funeral Yoga Instructor and Co-Owner of Home in New Toronto Branch Yoga & Wellness in Long Branch JONATHAN NHAN Pharmacist & Associate Owner at Shoppers Drug Mart in Long Branch
MARIA TERZAGHI Pharmacist & Certified Health Coach at Shoppers Drug Mart in Long Branch
BILL ZUFELT Long Branch Resident and Chair of the History & Culture Committee, LBNA
SHANNON LEAHY Head at Lighthouse Storytelling, a writing-and-speaking studio in Mimico
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE As summer presses on, be sure to experience all that Long Branch has to offer. Get out and enjoy our splash pads, parks, outdoor pools, and beaches. While you’re at it, be sure to take in this year’s Lakeshore Mardi Gras. Now in its 15th year, the Mardi Gras festival is a favourite of mine and one of the most unique of its kind in Toronto. It appeals to everyone in the community, offering many family-friendly activities, as well as nightly concerts and a beer garden. Congratulations to the Organizing Committee as they celebrate 15 years of the Lakeshore Mardi Gras!
ROGER TUMMINIERI Publisher
Welcome to our August edition! I hope you’re enjoying your summer so far. If you’re following along with these monthly notes, I’m happy to report that Jessica and I have added to the population of Long Branch. We welcomed our baby boy, Luke Owen Tumminieri, into the world on July 6 just 10 minutes after our arrival at St. Joe’s. I’m pleased to report that Mom and baby are doing well and we’re all happily adjusting to life with little Luke.
From my family to yours, have a great end to summer. We’ll see you again next month as we celebrate what many parents call the most wonderful time of the year. Thank you very much for reading,
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RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY MARKS GRAND RE-OPENING OF LONG BRANCH PARK On Wednesday, July 18th, members of the community, joined Ward 6 City Councillor, Mark Grimes, and MP for Etobicoke-Lakeshore, James Maloney, in celebrating the grand re-opening of Long Branch Park. Face painting and refreshments were on hand and, by all accounts, the many neighbourhood kids had a blast.
Long Branch Park is home to one of the most picturesque backdrops in the city. Children and adults from around the neighbourhood enjoy the beautiful views, wide open green spaces, and of course, the landmark red gazebo.
Thanks to the folks at the Long Branch Neighbourhood Association and our elected officials for their commitment Much work has been done to improve to preserving and improving our local the park which is located at 245 Lake parks so neighbourhood families can Promenade. New play structures were enjoy them for generations to come. put in, along with red Muskoka chairs overlooking the lake.
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HISTORY OF LONG BRANCH // GONE FISHIN’
location: Mouth of the Etobicoke Creek, circa mid-1920’s Like a crack of the whip, the sudden exhilarating rush of adrenaline atones all the senses, body and mind, to bring that fish in. Fishing, they say, is in our DNA.
After arriving in Long Branch, the McDougalls settled down to an early evening before an early morning rise. But young John couldn’t sleep. An active mind, his thoughts were about catching a really big fish. Friends had told him about the larger Lake Salmon, fighting Pike, and huge Muskellunge. Just imagine catching one of those prehistoric Sturgeons, he thought. The five-foot spiny monsters in Lake Ontario had been recently reported in the Globe, he winced.
During the early 20th century on the north western shores of Lake Ontario, recreational fishing destinations from Ashbridges Bay to Bronte Creek were quickly becoming ‘the’ spots to fish. So, too, was the Long Branch Resort (est. 1884) with its neighbouring Etobicoke Creek’s double mouth with island and charming lagoon, which is now Marie Curtis Park. In the morning, they took a courtesy boat to Oat’s Boats and Scott’s Boat We join the McDougall family again as House on the Etobicoke Creek Lagoon they had been planning for months to to get fresh bait, waders, fishing gear go back to Long Branch, rent a Queen and nets. Mr. McDougall had brought Anne ‘Villa’ for a week, and take up his grandpa’s bone handle fish knife some serious fishing. for good luck, too. Mr. McDougall was no stranger to Trout angling as he had been taught by the best, his Dad and Grandpa Ray, in the fresh rivers of Scotland. Now it was his turn to teach his family the skills of baiting a line, casting, hooking, and landing the big one. 10
Millicent and Sarah were content to stay in the fishing skiff and use bobbers while Dad and little John ventured up the Etobicoke Creek to fly fish and angle for Rainbow Lake Trout. Then, Sarah’s bobber went under, under, and under!
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Millicent quickly gripped Sarah’s rod but the line just kept leading out. Sarah yelled out, “Dad, John help!” With the rod held close to the boat’s hull, they were now being pulled our of the Lagoon towards the Lake. Dad and John, in clumsy waders, were smashing their way back to help. Without warning and for all to see, a giant fish with a huge dorsal fin thrust high into the air and landed with a spectacular splash. The line went limp. John was stupefied. It must be true, he thought, and “it” got away. How come my little sister had all the excitement? “Holy Moly,” he exclaimed. Despite the inauspicious beginning, the McDougalls and even Sarah, did manage to catch lots of Trout, Salmon, Perch, and Lake Bass. While in Long Branch, the fresh catch of the day was then ceremoniously scaled and cleaned. Then, inside or an outdoor oven it was fried on a solid cast iron skillet with butter, local herbs and vegetables. The McDougalls felt truly blessed, with their great surroundings, great outdoors, great company, great fishing, and meals worthy of royalty. To return to Long Branch Resort next year, was a definite must. ... Bill Zufelt is a Long Branch resident and Chair of the History & Culture Committee for the Long Branch Neighbourhood Association. PHOTOS: Toronto Archives Shining a Light on Local Businesses Since 2015
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ADVENTURE // DON’T STOP PADDLING; FEET FIR Have you ever faced something so terrifying that you thought, “There’s a good chance I’m going to wet my pants by the end of this”? Me, neither! But I did come pretty close once. I went white water rafting in the Ottawa River, shooting class IV rapids. My helmet wouldn’t stay on and I can’t swim. Our guide gave us two instructions: 1. Don’t stop paddling; 2. When you fall out of the raft, go down the rapids feet first and keep your head up. If you stop paddling you will be at the mercy of the rapids. When you’re in the water you’re safest when you go feet first with your head up. We’re in the raft, adrenaline is pumping. We’re coming around the first bend and all that can be heard is the deafening sound of rushing water. Like fierce warriors we respond to the order of our guide, “HARD!”. We paddle with all we’ve got… until, we see the enor-
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RST & HEAD UP. mous waves. We freeze, we scream, we fall into the water. I’m now in the worst possible spot for a person who cannot swim (oh yeah, I really can’t swim). Even worse, I’m trapped underneath the flipped raft. I’m now doing what the experts call drowning. I push on the roof of the raft and go under and the current takes me away and down the rapids. In my panic, I’m doing the doggy paddle and praying, “Jesus, don’t let me die as an idiot.” I then heard a miraculous voice. “God?” I’m choking on water continually going under the violent water. The voice speaks again, I can make it out. “FEET FIRST, HEAD UP!” It wasn’t God. It was our guide. I switched positions and I’m happy to say I didn’t die an idiot. If I could be your guide for a moment. When you take the adventurous route in life it’s only a matter of time before you find yourself in the rapids of life. When you do, there are two things you must do:
1. DON’T STOP PADDLING 2. FEET FIRST & HEAD UP
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WELLNESS // LOVE IS IN THE AIR
Spread the love this summer with a powerful 5-minute loving kindness meditation. Use this practice to evoke unconditional love and peace for yourself and others in your life. Widely studied, this meditation is scientifically proven to increase positive emotion, well-being and social connection, and decrease stress and bias towards others and chronic pain. Begin by taking a comfortable seat. Close your eyes and relax your body with a few deep breaths. The goal is to feel good; let go of tension. Focus your awareness on your heart centre and begin breathing from this place. Generate kind feelings towards yourself, soften any self-judgement and move into a place of caring. Say or think the following phrases, adding any phrases that speak to you...
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May I be happy; May I be safe; May I be healthy, peaceful, and strong; May I give and receive appreciation today. Repeat several times for yourself. Next, choose a loved one to send this message to, perhaps a parent, family member or dear friend. Then, dare to send this message to someone who challenges you or someone you’ve clashed or had conflict with in the past. Repeat several times for several different people in your life and feel the love waft through the summer air.
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YOUR MONEY // CHOOSE LOCAL As a Financial Planner, I work with many clients in employment transition, sometimes forced. In South Etobicoke, it seems to be the result of the shrinking manufacturing sector. This can be a feeling of anxiety or relief. With this transition, there is almost always some form of settlement or options that must be reviewed as a life decision with tax efficiency top of mind. Severance is fully taxable. Discussing severance payments, I ensure clients know that this is like a sizeable pay cheque. Protecting as much as possible is imperative but has many variables like what time of year it is, and if you plan on going back to work. Pension isn’t always fully transferrable to a deferred tax shelter like your RRSP. Often, there’s an amount – again fully taxable - which is a gift to the CRA. Timing to retirement, outstanding debt, and attainable retirement income are all factors in choosing how to proceed. Important decisions must be made.
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As I engage in these types of encounters, I always keep in mind the underlying reasons; mechanization, labour costs, and outsourcing. How can we slow down, mitigate, and reduce this negative impact on our community? Choosing local and supporting Canadian business is a good start.
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COVER STORY // LAKESHORE MARDI GRAS CELE The August long weekend in South Etobicoke is always special. With it, comes one of Toronto’s best summer festivals - the Lakeshore Mardi Gras. Now in its 15th year, the festival plays host to four nights of performances, and a long weekend full of fun for the entire neighbourhood, families most definitely included. This being an election year, I think it’s fitting to give credit where it’s due. Special thanks to Ward 6 Councillor, Mark Grimes, for bringing the festival into existence when he was first elected to City Council in 2003. Since then, the Lakeshore Mardi Gras has grown into one of the best in the city. If you haven’t been, you’ve got to go. It’s an absolute blast. If you have kids, trust me, they will love it. There’s so much for them to do and to enjoy. If you’re into live music, there’s a great line-up of bands playing this year. Where else can you see that many acts within walking distance...for free?! Thank you to the festival’s Organizing Committee and congratulations on 15 years of the Lakeshore Mardi Gras!
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LIFE’S UNDERTAKINGS // COMMON GROUND. W Just before Mother’s Day this year, Dwane Casey, the head coach of the Toronto Raptors, said goodbye to Toronto and returned to the United States. Casey expressed gratitude to the city for “teaching our all-American family the Canadian way.” Funeral director, Brad Jones, wonders if the “Canadian way” is founded in being polite, considerate and comfortable in our own skin, why are so many of us un-Canadian and uncomfortable when we’re asked to attend a funeral and to acknowledge death? This summer could be called a hangover summer. Last year was Canada’s 150th and the party was year-long and fully funded. This year? Not so much. National parks were free to visit in 2017. So were a lot of festivals from coast-to-coast-to-coast as we celebrated nationhood no matter how cold or hot the season. Yes, some of the grievances and accusations about colonialism were year-long and the anger isn’t going away anytime soon or ever. Canada is a beautiful and complex country. The people who live here, whether native or newcomer, are as beautiful and varied as the landscape that holds and supports them. I love when foreigners say lovely things about Canadians (President Trump take note). I also take tremendous pride when foreigners say nice things about my kids while we’re visiting the United States or travelling abroad. You don’t need to be a politician with an expense account to be a bright beacon and positive ambassador of Canada. When being Canadian – polite, considerate, relaxed – most of us act accordingly. That is, until we’re asked or expected to honour a life by attending a funeral. 18
I know attending a funeral is awkward. As a guest or attendee, you feel an array of emotions ranging from sadness to boredom. Imagine the plight of the grieving family. They, too, feel awkward and exposed and like you, families in mourning don’t know what to say, feel or do. So why host a funeral? Why bother to attend one? If more and more Canadians lack traditions and rituals around death, why do I still do what I do? (And yes, you’re welcome to deflect the reflection and choose to snicker a jaded falsehood about funeral directors and their posh lifestyles, full wallets, and empty hearts.) Here’s the rub. By removing me from the equation – by taking away the potential for hosting and/or attending a funeral by declaring funerals archaic, over-priced, unnecessary and avoidable – you are not removing the need for support, comfort, love, and patience. Getting rid of the funeral doesn’t get rid of the grief. I am not just proud to be a Canadian when I am travelling and behaving well or reading praise from a famous basketball coach. I am especially proud to be Canadian when I see my fellow citizens willing to feel awkward, uncomfortable, vulnerable, and messy (a “hot mess” as our southern neighbours say) in tribute of a life that has ended and in support of the new life unfolding for the people left behind. Funerals matter because people matter. Do you know the Latin root word of “matter”? Mother. Matter means “to mother” so isn’t it fascinating that when we say something “doesn’t mat-
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ter” we are in fact declaring that the event, person or emotion does not nourish or nurture us. I believe funerals matter because they bring out the very best in us, traits housed in the heart like kindness, love, courage, and compassion. Coach Casey’s expression of gratitude ran in the Toronto Star one day before Mother’s Day. He was telling us that Toronto mattered to him and his family. We helped nourish and nurture his feelings of hope, faith, safety, and joy. What a wise man to see our country in such a wise and universal way. All of us, irrespective of nationality, need to be mothered, especially when we are heart-broken and grieving. The next time you’re at a funeral, remember:
you’re a bright beacon and positive ambassador of what makes us divinely human and Canadian, too. Funerals matter because you do. ...
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STORYTELLING // PASSING OUT ON DATA Let’s focus. Get serious. Slouch in our seats. Dim the lights. And watch 600 PowerPoint slides suck the life energy out of our mind, body and spirit. Welcome to Death by Data/PowerPoint/ Excel/Pie(chart)/Price List/Tax Forms. Now let’s go REALLY dark and deep. If I tell a story about how my grandfather died – I told you we were going deep – you’ll likely think of your own grandfather or maybe you’ll reflect on someone who’s recently died. If you’re having a particularly bad day (e.g., the wait in the Starbucks line was really, really long), you might think about the day YOU will die. But let’s get back to Grampa Ray. If my story attributes my grandfather’s death to inadequate healthcare, you connect to the problem… fast. You’re outraged. You start thinking about nasty healthcare stories everywhere; mine, yours, theirs, ours.
I send out a flare that shines light on questions like: How can we ensure the people we love receive good healthcare? How can we ensure the people we love are allowed to die with dignity? How can we honour our beloved’s life? Who can help us? What can I/ you/them/we do to make life better? People thirst for stories that instill hope and faith in the future.
Emotion is the potion when we want to influence people. It’s why our most powerful politicians, for good or evil, have always been the most powerful storytellers.
Stories make us believe change is possible. When you share a story, you’re showing your readers and listeners that our world can be different. That we can be bigger, braver, kinder.
Now consider data-only presentations. Those snore fests and data dumps invite us to think coldly, solve coldly, and feel bone-cold jaded.
And once we’ve activated faith and trust in ourselves and others? Only then are we ready to dim the lights and flash 600 data-rich slides that show us, step-by-step-by-step, how to make life better and brighter. More Light! ...
My grandfather story is a story that can change the world. Not because I’m an amazing (good-looking, skinny, super smart) storyteller but because when I tell that story, your world changes. How? You’re invited to experience my problem – my grandfather’s death – as your problem, too. You’re asked to help solve a riddle I am looking for your help to solve. 20
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RWOOD The long-awaited launch of Trius + aiM is here! We sat down with the husband and wife team behind Alderwood’s newest bistro, catering and event space for a Q&A to bring our readers up to speed on what to expect when they visit Trius + aiM. Here’s what Chef Daniel Ansu and Irina Nikolova had to say about their passion for family, food, and simplicity. What inspired you to start the restaurant?
The restaurant was inspired by our creativity and commitment to “do what we love everyday”. Being an entrepreneur presents many challenges but having the freedom to build something from the ground up that stays true to our vision is extremely rewarding. Chef Daniel has been doing this for a long time and loves what he does. Having his own restaurant is a dream come true. The restaurant is named after our kids who are our motivation. We are putting it all on the line for them and our family. They may or may not follow in the family business one day, but what we are teaching them is the value of hard work, dedication, perseverance, and most importantly, having the courage to pursue your dreams. Why did you choose Alderwood?
A couple of factors. It’s close to home and everything we love to do such as going to the Marie Curtis splash pad with our kids, grabbing a coffee at Fair Grounds or strolling the nearby trails. The residents are extremely friendly, welcoming and supportive of local businesses. It is also a very family-oriented neighbourhood and we are a family-friendly restaurant. Lastly, we believe that our concept will appeal to many of the local residents. So far, we have received many positive remarks and people are thrilled to have something like this in the area. Shining a Light on Local Businesses Since 2015
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What should our readers know about Trius + aiM?
The restaurant is a true reflection of the owners who have opened this business out of a genuine passion for cooking and entertaining. Everything from the interior design, the brand, to the choice of linens, cutlery, and plates has been carefully selected with purpose and meaning. The restaurant offers a diverse cuisine, drawing inspiration from Mediterranean, African, and Caribbean cooking, however each dish has a modern twist which makes the food approachable. You will see some elements from West African cuisine (Chef Daniel is originally from Ghana) and Eastern European cuisine (Irina is originally from Bulgaria). Lastly, we want readers to know that we consider ourselves a business with a purpose, which means that we care about people and the planet as much as we care about being profitable. The menu will change seasonally. We aim to source all of our products from sustainable, local, ethically produced sources. All of our meats are antibiotic and hormone free. Our eggs are freerange organic. We are also limiting our use of plastic as much as possible. Disposable cutlery and straws are compostable, our takeout containers are made in Canada from recycled paper and are recyclable. What are you doing differently than most other local restaurants?
We are bringing a new, modern style of food presentation, cooking, and concept of gathering to the community. We are focused on making quality, home-cooked meals that are unconventional from current offerings in the area. Chef Daniel is extraordinary in his culinary skills, creativity, and most importantly passion. We take extra care to ensure that people are happy. 24
We also believe that there is a certain energy that goes into food preparation. That’s why it is important that it be prepared by someone who is happy and genuinely cares about our customers’ experience with the food. How are you appealing to families and kids?
We have a kids’ brunch menu on the weekends which is so great for family time. We obviously have high chairs for the little ones, crayons and colouring activities to keep them busy. We offer a designated family washroom with a change table and nursing corner complete with a comfortable chair. Families will also enjoy a beautiful, bright, and cheerful ambiance. Parents can feel good about the food they are feeding their children knowing that everything is prepared fresh using quality ingredients and is appealing to even the pickiest eaters. We also believe that families will feel good about supporting a local family-run business and we hope to develop a deeper, more personal connection with the families in the neighbourhood. What are the most popular items on your menu so far?
Our menu is very unique, not only the food, but also the names. We put a lot of thought and research into both aspects of the menu. From our brunch menu, a very popular item has been Expect the Unexpected, which is Chef Daniel’s take on a traditional North African breakfast called shakshuka. It is a hearty, rustic tomato-based stew with cilantro, jalapeno, eggs, farmers sausage, and feta cheese, served with sweet plantain, Naan and baked beans. Others include the Paris Agreement (French toast), Happiness Bowl, and the Hippo.
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Off our lunch menu, popular items include the Global Citizen which is a starter consisting of four dips (olive tapenade, yogurt cucumber dill, hummus, and guacamole) and is served with house chips. Entrees include the Aim High Burger, South of the Wall (fish, jerked chicken, or vegetarian tacos), Yaa Mon Jerk (jerk chicken), and the Pharaoh Plate (hummus, falafel dish). What can people expect when they come to the restaurant?
People can expect to be greeted with a smile and be open to striking up a conversation with the staff, owners, or other customers dining at the same time. Part of our goal is to create an inclusive community, a space for friends to come together and even make new friends. We have large harvest-style tables and we don’t want people to be afraid of maybe even sharing a table with someone else. People can also expect a delicious meal. We are rarely seeing any food left on the plates being returned back to the kitchen. This is great! Because one of our goals is to
run our operation as sustainably as possible, which means minimizing food waste. Is there anything else you’d like our readers to know?
Trius + aiM came about from our kids’ names, son Demetrius and daughter Mia. We thought it would be interesting to spell Mia backwards to get aiM, which reminds us to focus on our dreams and aim for greatness. Demetrius, on the other hand, is a meaningful name with an earthy connection. It means “one who loves the Earth” and this is an important value for our brand. We chose the hippo as our symbol because, for one, he is hungry and two, it is an animal that symbolizes big potential, growth, and power. Furthermore, the hippo’s connection with water symbolizes emotion, dreams, intuition, and creativity.
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THREE YEARS AND COUNTING...
In an effort to escape my home office and give my wife some much needed space to rest with our newborn baby, Luke, I found myself searching for a quiet place to work. I ended up at Len Ford Park off of Lake Promenade. I hiked out to the end of the spit with my laptop, sat on a rock overlooking the lake, and reflected on the last three years. It’s amazing how much can change in such a short period of time. Since I started the magazine in the summer of 2015, Jessica and I got married, and now Luke is born. Along the way, I’ve published over thirty print issues and started an online publication. From a work perspective, none of this would have been possible without our Ad Partners who have shown tremendous commitment to and confidence in the magazine. Thank you all for your continued business and support. 26
Most of my time now is spent working closely with local merchants. Helping them grow their businesses is what I’ve committed to do and I love my job. I have a passion for Long Branch, its people and its places. Being able to make a living doing what I love is a true blessing. Now with our baby here, I’m going to need a bit of extra help. If you’re also passionate about our community and helping local businesses grow, I’d love to hear from you. Thank you for being such loyal readers. I look forward to many more issues to come.
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270 Brown’s Line www.triusandaim.com 647-351-2700
OAK LEARNERS 394 Royal York Rd www.oaklearners.ca 416-820-5233
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N E W T O R O N T O
B R A N C H THE SYDNEY GRIND 2883 Lake Shore Blvd W FB: TheSydneyGrind 416-519-9779
THE HAPPY BAKERS 3469 Lake Shore Blvd W www.thehappybakers.com 416-708-9525
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YOUR HEALTH
JONATHAN NHAN Pharmacist
With summer winding down, it’s time to look ahead and prepare for school. Come by and visit us on August 11 for our Summer Gala where you can get a mini-makeover to find that new look for the upcoming school year. Before the hectic schedules start up in September, take a minute to sign up for your Digital Pharmacy account. This will gives you access to your pharmacy profile and allows you to refill your prescriptions online. In addition, you can get text and/or email notifications when your prescriptions are ready! Come speak with your pharmacy team to get more information. SIGN UP FOR DIGITAL PHARMACY
www.shoppersdrugmart.ca/prescriptions
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Jonathan Nhan, RPh, CDE Shoppers Drug Mart in Long Branch 3730 Lake Shore Blvd W 416-255-5243 / @nhanjonathan www.shoppersdrugmart.ca 30
MARIA TERZAGHI Pharmacist
The Ontario College of Pharmacists, as well as international associations, offer programs to certify Pharmacists as Health Coaches. As a Health Coach, I am trained on nutrition, exercise and general wellbeing. I am certified to help walk with you towards your own unique goals. I can help you understand all the new trends in diets (What is keto? Is paleo good for me? Should I go vegan?), and exercises (Should I walk? Should I Run? Was it HIIT??), and together find out what works best for you. Understanding and getting to know YOU and your unique goals, I can design individualized meal plans and exercise routines tailored to you and your goals. Whether that is to lose weight, keep off medications for diabetes, attain a healthy blood pressure, or understand what is the best exercise for you, I am ready to help you every step of the way.
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Maria Terzaghi, RPh, CHC Shoppers Drug Mart in Long Branch 3730 Lake Shore Blvd W 416-255-5243 / @4betterself www.shoppersdrugmart.ca
ETOBICOKE LAKESHORE PRESS
RUGBY. IT’S THE NEW SOCCER. PLAY WITH THE TORONTO DRAGONS www.TorontoDragonsRugby.ca // 647-801-5363
Photos: Stuart Bailey Director of Mini Rugby & New Toronto Resident
I’M A MASON
“I hope everyone is having a fantastic summer! As the world’s oldest fraternity, Freemasonry has offered men a place to meet and learn how to become Better - Better husbands, Better fathers, and Better members of their community. Throughout history, our members have included Kings, Presidents, and Prime Ministers. Today, we call Teachers, Electricians, Engineers, Lawyers, Entrepreneurs, and Students our Brothers. Every member is treated equally regardless of religion, race, or sexual orientation. Freemasonry truly is all-encompassing.”
ALEXANDER EWING, 28
Husband, Father, Business Owner & Professor Master of Long Branch Lodge No. 632 Freemason since 2011 inquiries: longbranchlodge632@gmail.com