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15 YEAR SOUTH ETOBICOKE RESIDENT LIVING IN LONG BRANCH FOR 11 YEARS
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MASTHEAD EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS The ETOBICOKE LAKESHORE PRESS is the only free, monthly lifestyle magazine in South Etobicoke. Published by Fiat Lux Media, it is mailed to houses in Long Branch by Canada Post. Additional copies are also available for pick-up at selected local businesses along the Lakeshore. Our aim is to capture life in South Etobicoke by highlighting positive contributions to our community by local business owners, elected officials, and residents.
BILL ZUFELT Long Branch Resident and Chair of the History & Culture Committee, LBNA
BRAD JONES President & Owner of Ridley Funeral Home in New Toronto
MATTHEW DOUGLAS Long Branch Resident & Lead Pastor at West Edge Church in Port Credit
ANDREA TURPIN Mimico Resident and Co-owner of Adrian + Andrea Toronto Real Estate
LINDSEY BEVAN ASHLEY ORTINS Co-owner of Sidenote Cafe & Secretary Administration & Accounting at Fiat Lux of the Mimico-by-the-Lake BIA Media, Humber College Graduate 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
JON SOWERBY JESSICA TUMMINIERI Licensed Mortgage Broker & President, Mom, Long Branch Resident, and Toronto Dragons Rugby Football Club Wife of the Publisher JENNY SHEARMAN KRISTA JOHNSON Personal Chef / Owner at My Sweet Connector of Dots and Community Beet and New Toronto Resident Manager at Office146
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TABLE OF CONTENTS JULY 2019
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COMMUNITY Local craft brewery, Stonehooker Brewing Company celebrates its Grand Opening in neighbouring Lakeview.
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FOOD & DRINK Heading to the cottage this weekend? Personal Chef, Jenny Shearman of My Sweet Beet offers her food prep tips.
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ON THE COVER Moya Financial partners with social beekeeping outfit to install beehives at their Main Branch on Brown’s Line.
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FAMILY LIFE Congratulations to our Baby Life Editor, Luke Tumminieri, on his promotion to Toddler Life Editor as he turns One!
THE WAIT IS OVER
NEW MENU, NEW PATIO...
SAME OLD SNUG!
HOMEMADE BACON CHEESEBURGER
SNUG POUTINE
PENNE BOLOGNESE WITH RICOTTA AND BASIL
BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN SLIDERS
T.J. O’SHEA’S IRISH SNUG “Best Pub in Long Branch” 3481 Lake Shore Blvd W (West of Thirty First St)
416-253-5500 / INSTAGRAM: @irishsnug
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ANNIVERSARY TRIUS + AIM TURNS ONE!
Wow, what a year! One year ago, we followed our passions in food and entertainment and opened the doors to Trius + aiM; a bistro, events, and catering company inspired by our children, Demetrius and Mia. We were then blessed with a third baby, a daughter named Aimee, who completed our family.
As first-time entrepreneurs, the past year has not been an easy one, but definitely a rewarding one! We give our thanks and gratitude to the community that has embraced us, our food, our philosophy, our family and supported us over the year. We have had the pleasure of hosting many families and friends for brunch, lunch and dinner. We have hosted numerous events such as birthdays, baptisms, showers, an eco market, and a couples counselling seminar to name a few. We took part in the 2018 Etobicoke Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade with our famous jerked chicken meal and even had the pleasure of hosting the wedding of a lovely local Long Branch couple. We credit our success to the vibrant Etobicoke community we call home and to our staff who work tirelessly and passionately everyday to make our vision a reality. JOIN US THURSDAY, JULY 11 (7-10PM) TO CELEBRATE WITH A COMPLIMENTARY CHEF-INSPIRED MENU. RSVP REQUIRED. Co-owners, Irina Nikolova & Chef Daniel Ansu TRIUS + AIM 270 Brown’s Line / 647-351-2700 eat@triusandaim.com / www.triusandaim.com
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE SUMMERTIME IS HERE! I’d like to welcome our new Food & Drink editorial contributor, Jenny Shearman. She’s a Personal Chef and owner of My Sweet Beet and has outlined some tips to take the stress out of meal prep for those summer weekend trips out of the city. Finally, I’d like to congratulate our little guy, Luke, on turning one! He’s brought so much joy to our family and, as kids tend to do, has changed our perspective on life. You can read Luke’s Toddler Life article on page 25 to see what he has to say about this milestone. Thank you to my wife, Jessica, for all the amazing work she’s done to get us this far. We just bought new running shoes so we can keep up with Luke now that he’s about to start walking!
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Thank you for reading,
Publisher & Long Branch Resident Welcome to our Summertime edition.
By the time you read this, the kids will be out of school and summer will be in full swing! Canada Day is on its way, bringing with it those good summertime vibes. It’s time to hit the beach at Marie Curtis and take in the sights and sounds of all things Lakeshore, including our neighbourhood’s newest craft beer destination, Stonehooker Brewing Co., who just celebrated their grand opening.
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Speaking of sounds, have you heard the buzz?! It’s coming from the yard behind Moya Financial on Brown’s Line where two beehives have been installed to help pollinate our neighbourhood. We were lucky enough to be there to witness the installation and to capture the event as this month’s cover feature. It’ll bee a great read! Congratulations to Alderwood’s Trius + aiM who are celebrating their one year anniversary. If you haven’t eaten there yet, you’re invited to celebrate their first birthday on July 11 with a complimentary chef-inspired menu. See page 7 for RSVP details. Also in Alderwood, La Crema Cafe is garnering plenty of attention as a new tourist hot spot. Seems like word is getting out about their signature iced coffee. Read the latest on this busy, little cafe on page 15. 8
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COMMUNITY LAKESHORTS AT OFFICE146 The indiefilmTO team is incredibly passionate about supporting local filmmakers and disrupting the industry. One of the ways they do this is by teaching artists / filmmakers techniques that have worked in the startup industry and bringing an entrepreneurial mindset to the creative field. Having local guests and visitors at Office146 is so valuable to our coworking space! The energy is contagious and it provides new opportunities to connect with each other over the work we do everyday. I’m excited to see our member base grow. If you’d like to take your business to the next level, call me and I’d be happy to schedule a tour. I recently had the fortunate experience of being a fly on the wall while our members from indiefilmTO hosted special guests and founders of Lakeshorts International Short Film Festival, Michelle Nolden and Chris Szarka, here at Office146. Curt Jaimungal of indiefilmTO conducted a spirited interview asking the veteran festival directors for their advice and perspective on the film industry today.
You can watch the interview with Michelle Nolden and Chris Szarka on indiefilmTO’s YouTube channel. KRISTA JOHNSON COMMUNITY MANAGER, OFFICE146 146 Thirtieth St (South of Horner Ave) BOOK YOUR FREE TOUR info@office146.com/ 416-855-4142 www.office146.com
LOCAL INDIE GOLF SHOP OWNER CURES ALL FACT: Golf is a crazy game. For proof, see Robin Williams’ stand-up comedy video on YouTube, or explain to yourself why when you want to hit the ball MORE UP in the air, you hit MORE DOWN on the ball? FACT: Few golfers really understand club loft, lie, or bounce; shaft torque, kick point, or frequency; and what the heck is spin rate on a golf ball? SOLUTION: Visit Parrish from the Golf Gallery. Think of him as the doctor for your golf ailments, only he wears a golf club repair apron instead of a white lab coat. “If there’s something strange in your golf game, who you gonna call?”... ...GOLF GALLERY! THE GOLF GALLERY 2887 Bloor St W (East of Royal York) www.golfgallery.ca / 416-232-1774
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STONEHOOKER BREWING’S GRAND OPENING
Need some inspiration? If ever there was a “Follow Your Dream” story, this is it. Several months ago, I stopped in to meet the folks at Stonehooker Brewing Company. What I discovered was a work in progress, fuelled by a passion for brewing beer. As I got to know owner, Ross Noel, and Adam Cherry, Brewmaster and VP of Marketing, I became aware that their passion wasn’t just for brewing beer, it was to become a part of our community. Stonehooking was a trade unique to the north shore of Lake Ontario in the 19th century. The Stonehookers, many of whom were based in Port Credit, were instrumental figures in building local towns, Toronto included. They hooked stones from the Lake and shipped them off to be used at construction sites.
attended by local beer-lovers who soaked up the sun on the south side of Lakeshore Road East. The uniquely designed Tap Room was overflowing with both people and beer. It’s a sight to behold for any nautical enthusiast. If you like beer, then all the better. Noel, a self-proclaimed lover of beer, and Cherry, a once amateur beer brewer, are now living their dream. Congratulations to Stonehooker Brewing on the start of a successful voyage. By: Roger Tumminieri STONEHOOKER BRWEWING COMPANY 866 Lakeshore Rd E (West of Dixie Rd) www.stonehooker.com / 289-847-5000
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FOOD & DRINK COTTAGE MEAL PREP TIPS
TRIUS + AIM
270 Brown’s Line / 647-351-2700 www.triusandaim.com
JENNY SHEARMAN Personal Chef & Owner My Sweet Beet
Cottage season is finally here! It’s a time for swimming, suntans, and sipping wine. But if you have a family, the serenity of a summer beach vacation can come to a screeching halt around meal time. Vacation meals are often challenging, particularly when traveling with kids.
ROYAL MEATS BAR/BEQUE 710 Kipling Ave / 416-251-1144 www.royalmeats.ca
My advice is to consider consolidating meal prep into one single shopping and cooking session before you leave, freeing up precious time for well-deserved R&R. Instead of being tempted to head to a restaurant, you’ll have delicious, healthy meals ready to heat in the oven or toss on the grill. In a perfect world, you could devote the entire day before leaving for vacation to preparing your meals. In reality, you’ve got to pack, wrap up work, and drop off the dog at the kennel, before heading out of town. If you want the time-saving, and financial benefits of meal prepping for vacation without actually having to do any meal prep, consider hiring a personal chef at My Sweet Beet. Our chefs create custom, gourmet, healthy meals that are neatly packaged, labeled, and ready to go, allowing you to focus on relaxing and spending quality time with your family.
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‘KELEWELE’ - SIGNATURE DISH AT TRIUS + AIM
‘KELEWELE’
West African-inspired plantain A tasty little snack and one of the signature dishes at Trius+aiM, Kelewele is sweet, ripe plantain cut into bite-sized pieces and marinated in West African spices. It is then deep fried, giving it a nice crunchy exterior and soft inner texture. Kelewele is enjoyed as an appetizer or side, and is best accompanied by the house-made hot
sauce. Plantain has numerous health benefits and is know to be a staple survival food if you ever find yourself lost in the jungle. Kelewele is inspired by Chef Daniel Ansu’s native Ghana in West Africa. TRIUS + AIM 270 Brown’s Line / 647-351-2700 www.triusandaim.com
D I R E C T O R Y
INDIAN CUISINE BY THE LAKE 56 Lakeshore Rd E / 905-891-3333 www.indiancuisinebythelake.com
BLACK ANGUS STEAK HOUSE 3250 Bloor St W / 416-233-7406 www.blackangussteakhouse.ca
RANU THAI CUISINE
3308 Lake Shore Blvd W / 416-255-3830 www.ranuthai.ca
LA CREMA CAFE
821 Brown’s Line / Shoppes of Alderwood www.lacremacafe.ca
CLOUD HEADS
3341 Lake Shore Blvd W www.cloudheads.ca
STONEHOOKER BREWING CO. 866 Lakeshore Rd E/ 289-847-5000 www.stonehooker.com
CAFE TUTTI
420 Horner Ave / 416-259-7111 www.cafetutti.com
“Best Breakfast” in Long Branch
3232 Lake Shore Blvd W (West of Twenty Second St) IG: @decourses / 416-855-1362
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MIMICO LISA ROSEN. ARTIST, ROVING ARTS Where does the name Roving Arts come from?
Roving is the name of the type of wool used for felting. It also means ‘to wander without purpose’, which is a concept I love. Spending a day wandering without purpose through a forest is my perfect day. What inspired you to start a business like this and, specifically, working with felt?
I left my teaching job after having kids to stay home with them. Since my youngest started school I have had a few part-time jobs, but nothing I felt particularly passionate about. I have always loved being creative and had taken a felting workshop a few years back. I’d been meaning to use my extra wool roving for ages and when I started seeing felt ball garlands around I thought I’d try making some felt balls myself. After making a few pieces of art with them, I figured I’d try my hand at a small online business. That was about 4 months ago, and here I am. It’s been really fun so far! Where can people purchase your art?
I have an Etsy shop which can be found at www.etsy.com/shop/rovingarts or they can search for Roving Arts. My work can also be seen on Instagram (@rovingarts) and I will announce any upcoming markets there. I am happy to do custom work and can be reached through Etsy or Instagram! What’s your favourite thing about living in Mimico?
I can’t pick only one, so firstly, I love being by the lake and secondly, the people here are so friendly and down to earth. To me it feels like living in a small town in the big city.
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LONG BRANCH GOLDEN COTTAGES YEARS Decades before the relaxed, Long Branch summers era of the 1920’s to 1950’s, our village’s founding of 1884 typified its exclusively Protestant Victorian roots. There were no alcoholic drinks allowed.
By the mid-1900’s, Long Branch had electricity. One could arrive by land, motorcar, and Sunnyside - Port Credit Radial Tram. No need for the long travel to the Muskokas. All amenities, entertainment, sport courts, boating, fishing, swimming, fresh ‘catch of the day’ dining, and relaxation were within easy reach of the metropolis. In the 1910’s a significant demographic shift evolved when Colonel Fredrick B. Robins started marketing 50-foot healthy lots to the east of ‘The Villa Park’. To the west from 36th street, James Eastwood having lumbered most of his prime timber to Britain, sold off 50-foot lots in the 1920’s for cottages and permanent homes to be nestled along the ‘flats’ of Etobicoke Creek and the lagoon. The latter proved horrific with the ravages of Hurricane Hazel in 1954.
Thomas Wilkie (Toronto YMCA secretary) raised the vacation resort stakes to attract the gentry with a ‘250 Villa community’. The Long Branch Park and Resort was gated and guarded at STOP 23 (Long Branch Ave at Lake Shore) and had a 12-foot fence surrounded the resort. No bungalow cottages here. Two to three story ‘Villas’ designed by leading architects in the Jacobean, Victorian, and Queen Anne styles graced the streets cradling Long Branch Park, which boasted its own luxury Japanese Pagoda Hotel, waterslides, gymnasium, chapel, carousel, picnic and dancing pavilions. Many of the original Villas of Lake Promenade Visit “The Golden Cottages Years” today, now have Ontario Heritage Building Long Branch 135 Exhibit at the Humber designation. Vacationers from Toronto and Interpretive Centre Aug. ... 19th - Sept. 28th. even as far as Rochester routinely travelled Bill Zufelt is a Long Branch resident and Chair of by steamship to experience the luxury, tranthe History & Culture Committee quility and healthy aromatic surroundings of Long Branch Neighbourhood Association bill.zufelt@lbna.ca tree-rich Long Branch.
ALDERWOOD TOURISTS TARGET LA CREMA Since we spilled the beans about La Crema Cafe last month, tourists have been flocking to Alderwood to catch a glimpse of owner, Andrei Novakovskiy (left), and his unusually friendly and social customers. “I live at Bloor and Royal York and I come here twice a day,” explains Julia, a mom who had so many positive things to say about La Crema, we’d have to publish a separate magazine just to capture them in full. This photo was shot by a Japanese tourist who had arrived on a tour bus en route to Niagara Falls. She couldn’t believe her luck when Novakovskiy flashed her his signature smile - something he typically reserves only for the paparazzi.
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A cultural attache has been dispatched from Novakovskiy’s home town of Kyiv to acquire the importation rights to his coveted recipe for iced coffee. The classified concoction left La Crema in a briefcase with handcuffs. Summertime in Ukraine just got a whole lot better. Try it for yourself and see why.
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COVER STORY MOYA FINANCIAL IS TAKING THOUS On June 7th, I had the pleasure to witness the installation of two beehives on the yard at Moya Financial’s Main Branch. This was a first for me. I can’t say that I’ve ever been so close to thousands of bees before. I was joined by my wife, Jessica, and our youngest son, Luke. A group of Moya employees gathered to watch the installation and learn about bees and their beehaviours (sorry, I couldn’t resist). Since I first learned of the pending beehive installation, I’ve been fascinated by the connection between bees and Slovenian culture. Beekeeping is one of the oldest human activities and is a prime part of the Slovenian identity. Moya Financial and its predecessors have served the Slovenian community in Ontario for over 60 years. As they continue to grow roots in South Etobicoke, Moya is open to all members of our community. Their venture into urban beekeeping is an opportunity to highlight the important role bees play in our environment, specifically our food supply, as well as to link the symbolic nature of bees to Moya Financial’s core values, namely hard word, trust, family, care for others, and community. Partnering with Alveole, a Canadian-based social beekeeping outfit, Moya Financial’s beehives are located in the yard just behind their Main Branch on Brown’s Line and were installed by beekeeper, Quentin Heffell. The bees come and go as they please, pollinating the surrounding area within a
5 km radius. In order to produce 1 kg of honey, they must travel the equivalent of 4 times around the earth. One beehive will house up to 50,000 bees. The hives will receive regular visits from beekeepers as they prepare for harvest at the end of the summer. By then, each hive will weigh close to 100 lbs. Moya Financial will share the honey with our community. You can actually follow the hives online. I know...cool, right?! The site shows the bees’ flying range, as well as their current activity based on the weather. Learn more about Moya’s beehives by dropping by their Main Branch. I’m sure they’d bee happy to see you!
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SANDS OF BEES UNDER ITS WING!
By: Roger Tumminieri
Two beehives were installed on the yard behind Moya Financial’s Main Branch on Brown’s Line. The honey will be harvested and shared with the community.
... MOYA FINANCIAL
725 Brown’s Line (South of Evans Ave) main@moyafinancial.ca / 416-255-1742 www.moyafinancial.ca
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ARTS & CULTURE THE STORY BEHIND THE MURAL
PHILIP COTE
Artist, Activist, Historian, and Traditional Wisdom Keeper If you drive up and down Thirtieth St, you’ll certainly have seen the evolution of what is no doubt one of the most inspiring and culturally significant street murals in Etobicoke, if not beyond. Depicted is a series of animals and aquatic life in full-colour, airbrushed detail, along with a secondary motif using solely black paint applied seemingly with brushes. The mural was brought to my attention a few months ago half-way into its production. “Have you seen the new mural on Thirtieth Street?” A James S. Bell parent asked me one afternoon at pick-up time. To which I replied, “No. What’s it like?” “It’s completely amazing, but I’m a bit confused by it,” he explained. “It seems like it’s two separate murals in one.” Curious to see what he was talking about, I took a drive up Thirtieth. I could tell pretty quickly that there were two different artists involved in creating this mural. At the beginning of June, I had the opportunity to speak with Philip Cote (pictured 18
above) while he was working on the mural gracing the Thirtieth St underpass. I introduced myself to Mr. Cote and apologized for interrupting his workflow. He was up on his ladder at the time adding detail to one of the black animal paintings. He was kind enough to speak with me, even pausing his work and climbing down his ladder to explain the mural project. “Initially, the mural had a Settler’s narrative,” Cote explained, referring to the colourful artwork done by his counterpart, Nick Sweetman. “I’ve added an Indigenous narrative to the mural.” In an effort to learn more about the story behind the mural, we approached Lakeshore Arts, a registered charitable, not-forprofit community organization located on Lake Shore Blvd West in New Toronto. “The power and impact of a mural becomes apparent and gains community support when the artists are able to interpret and reflect key themes of place,” explains Susan Nagy, Lakeshore Arts’ Executive Director.
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ON THIRTIETH STREET
By: Roger Tumminieri
THIRTIETH STREET UNDERPASS MURAL
Artist’s Assistant applies finishing touches to mural’s Indigenous Narrative “In its early stages, Nick Sweetman approached Lakeshore Arts to provide space for him to share his vision through community consultation, to open up dialogue and to better understand what it is like to live by the lake,” Nagy continues.
and a unique selfie backdrop (if you’re into that kind of thing).
“The Thirtieth Street mural joyously depicts the abundance of flora and fauna of the Lakeshore area grounded in respect for its indigenous presence. It is a visual statement of addressing the present, respecting what came before and acknowledging the importance of both.”
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PHILIP COTE
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NICK SWEETMAN
“Lakeshore Arts is a proud supporting partner of this project and the artists who have shared their talents with this community.” Nick Sweetman is an independent, multidisciplinary artist from Toronto. Both he and Cote hold MFA’s from OCAD University. If you haven’t seen it yet, head to your local cafe, grab a coffee and some snacks and take a walk up Thirtieth St from Lake Shore with kids and camera in tow. The mural is a great educational opportunity for children
NICK SWEETMAN’S
work shown as part of the Thirtieth Street Mural Project
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REAL ESTATE FINANCE A SECOND PROPERTY Now that the nice weather is here, do you sometimes find yourself imagining you’re at the cottage enjoying a little quiet time by the water? Well, the good news is that doesn’t just have to be a dream. Financing a cottage can be a pretty straight forward proposition and several lenders are prepared to work with you to finance your retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. In many cases the lenders would even be willing to provide competitive terms, all but the same as you might expect for your primary residence!
property in mind, you might be pleased to know that you could potentially make such a purchase with as little as 10% down! If the property is unable to meet those criteria, while you wouldn’t be able to put only 10% down, the good news is with 20% down the deal could still be done. So the next time you find your mind wandering to that special place away from it all, remember, it doesn’t just have to be a dream!
However, such financing is a little different from what most people would be used to when purchasing a home in the city. Specifically, there are two possible categories to consider when thinking of buying a cottage: 1. Is the structure a 4-season building? 2. Does the property have year-round road access?
Photo: Stu Bailey, Dragons Parent/Coach and New Toronto Resident
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HOME & LIFESTYLE CLEANING THE AIR ing inversely proportionate to the benefits.” Take a moment to think of what’s floating around in the air during a renovation...even if it’s not your own. Maybe your neighbour has been working on her home for a few months. Imagine the impact on your home’s air quality. “Construction debris and plaster dust can cause great damage to the furnace and AC as plaster dust contains organic material,” states Barret. “I’ve seen furnaces suffer permanent damage. Repair costs can easily exceed $1,000 and it will cost over $5,000 for replacement.” Canad’Air offers package deals that include furnace/AC cleaning, offering great savings and peace of mind.
Paul Barret Long Branch Resident Owner, Canad’Air Duct Cleaning
Whole House Indoor Air Quality Inspection is priced at $70, but Barret is offering this service for FREE for the month of July. CANAD’AIR DUCT CLEANING 416-272-7541 / paul@canadaire.ca www.canadaire.ca
WHAT’S REALLY IN YOUR DUCTS?
Summer’s here and the first thing that comes to mind is cleaning your furnace and air conditioner, right? Well, maybe not the first thing, but it’s an important household task that shouldn’t be overlooked, especially if you’ve been doing renovations.
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We spoke with Paul Barret, owner of Canad’Air Duct Cleaning, to get his thoughts on how to clean the air in your home. “Most people know very little about this HVAC device and how detrimental to health and the budget it can be,” Barret explains. “You’d be shocked at the disgusting toxic soups I’ve removed from AC coils.” Many homeowners renovate during the summer months. Consider the impact on your HVAC system. “Many homeowners neither budget for, nor give a thought to duct cleaning after the fact,” Barret continues. “Not doing it will likely prove more costly than the service. Duct cleaning is relatively inexpensive, be-
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INSPIRATION HOW TO DREAM
MATTHEW DOUGLAS Pastor
We all long for something greater; for ourselves to be better, to make an impact and a difference. There is no human who longs to be less. We long to be more. But we convince ourselves to protect against the pain of failure by giving up on our dreams. The sad part is that we only dream in our sleep and sleepwalk through our lives. An acronym for DREAM... D - Different Having a dream will make you different. You won’t be applauded or celebrated always. You will have something that gets you out of bed and gives you purpose. R - Resource A dream will reveal the resource inside of you. It will reveal the strength and resilience you have. There has never been an empty person sent to earth. God has put a deposit in everyone. We all have been resourced with an ability. E - Endurance We need to have an endurance. Character is formed in conflict. When things are against us, who we are and what is really in us are revealed.
A - Anticipation When you pursue a dream you need to have a compelling and clear picture of what you want to accomplish. If it is not compelling enough, then when it gets really hard you will give up. That sense of anticipation will pull you forward when everything seems to be pushing against you. M - Meaning You were built for a life of meaning. Your dreams will transform you. But the dreams you have are not for you. If your dreams are only for you and don’t include other people then they’re too small. Serve others and love others. That’s a meaningful DREAM! I believe that we are all wonderfully made and that we all began as a dream in the mind of God before our first breath. So it stands to reason that if we began as a dream before our first breath, shouldn’t we live out God’s dream for us before our last breath?
When you pursue a dream it will be the hardest thing you do. You will fail, you will have setbacks, you will have disappointed expectations. You will need endurance. 22
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Matthew Douglas Lead Pastor at West Edge Church and Long Branch Resident 157 Lakeshore Rd W / 905-274-6564 @westedgecc / www.westedge.org
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LIFE’S UNDERTAKINGS CELEBRATE LIFE how often we pray for permanent sunshine and no rain. On life’s dark days, and the death of a loved one is the darkest of all days, we still need to gather, commune, cry and celebrate. How we contorted the concept of a “celebration of life” to mean no crying, no reflection, no silence continually amazes me. I have watched devastated widows attempt to smile all the way through their husbands’ celebration of life because “he didn’t want me to be sad.” Never will I forget the country club “celebration of life” that hosted an open bar with a clear and distinct sign on the counter: No Tears Allowed. I’ve seen packs of young people huddled together, crying discreetly, comforting one another far from the festivities, because their tears were inappropriate at the party Who doesn’t love a good party? Whether a being held in honour of someone they love five-course meal at a wedding reception or and will forever miss. a casual BBQ with friends, summer socializing is adored by Canadians, especially after The funeral industry absolutely has helped enduring a cold, dark winter. For centuries dig a deep hole in the healing process by people have gathered to celebrate new life, agreeing to transform a memorial of a perdance with the living, weep for the dead. We son’s life into a spectacle devoid of a funerlove celebrating life’s sunniest moments yet, al’s natural and true intention: a space for according to funeral director Brad Jones, we community, comfort, connection and cryoften avoid celebrating those we love when ing. the sun sets on life and rises on legacy. Of course, not all celebrations of life are lifeNewfoundlanders used to say a person was less and lacking meaning. For hundreds, if set for life if they had a pig, a punt (wooden not thousands of years, the best funerals are boat) and a potato patch. Urban life is more gatherings that inspire tears and laughter shared among people who come together complicated. for one person and one goal: healing. We can get a bit piggy-pants when we’re celebrating the home runs – or should I say The Buddhists are impressive storytellers “hoops”? – of life. We’ll often spare no ex- and compare life to getting into a boat pense to impress family, friends, colleagues that’s destined to set sail and sink. Makes and neighbours when life is going our way. you want to laugh and cry, doesn’t it? And that’s why funerals, no matter how discreet Of course, there’s nothing wrong with shar- or celebratory, are vital to our growth as ing the wealth of happiness, generosity and gracious, tender humans. celebration. Each of us is enriched when we come together as a community and leave When someone we love dies, we need to gather in the sunshine of community as we the party feeling more connected. gaze into the dark. We need to take a moOur boat floats best when the waters are ment to breathe and to grieve. calm and the weather promises smooth sailCont’d on p28 ing forever. But life isn’t like that, no matter
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Gratitude, reflection, tenderness and strength are more easily accessed when served alongside stories and sandwiches. The person we are mourning privately, grieving publicly and celebrating whole-heartedly has become a member of the silent majority, just as we will. Hosting a funeral and attending a funeral take courage. But as the kids like to say: You got this. Remember the humble potato patch. We must dig deep to find treasure. As summer blossoms into Canada Day and other festivities, celebrate all this gorgeous sunshine. Life is meant to be enjoyed and celebrated. But when darkness falls and the life of a loved one transforms into shadow, remember to bring both your bright light and your dark sadness to the celebration. The people most wounded by grief will draw strength from knowing they are not alone as they carry the burden of heartbreak and the gratitude of loving so deeply.
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One complaint that I often hear is about the extra pounds gained during the summer months. Even if we are moving more, going outside more, using the car less, we still gain weight.
Get-togethers tend to transform into “let’s relax and have a drink” and that is when we allow ourselves to exceed what we should or intended to drink. We give ourselves permission because it is summer, it is once a week, or it is with dear friends we haven’t seen in the longest time. The excuses go on and on.
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Sugary and/or alcoholic drinks have lots of hidden (and useless!) calories. Usually those extra pounds come from the hidden calories in drinks. Together with watching what you eat, it is as important to pay attention to what and how much we drink.
Watching our alcohol and sugar intake from drinks is as important as watching our diet. The hidden and useless calories are more than we realize!
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