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Rally to save station scheduled tonight LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com The possible closure of Runnymede fire station is a particularly emotional topic for nearby resident Jeff Mather.

The MacGregor Avenue resident watched in awe several years ago as firefighters from the local hall arrived at his home within minutes to extinguish a smoking dryer.

“Before we knew it, the guys were there,” he said of the emergency crew from station no. 424 on Runnymede Road, just south of Annette Street.

Only a few years later, his elderly father would perish in a fire that engulfed Mather’s childhood home

in the Don Mills area.

“It struck me – had he been in a similar situation with the fire station down the street – would it have been a different story?”

Mather was one of a couple dozen local residents who filled the Swansea Town Hall council chambers on Sunday afternoon, to discuss the station’s potential closure in January 2013. Due to City of Toronto budget constraints, Toronto Fire Services has been forced to contemplate closing the fire hall while removing four trucks from stations in Scarborough, Etobicoke and Riverdale. Although ParkdaleHigh Park Councillor Sarah Doucette found out last Tuesday, she could not >>>TORONTO, page 17

High school spreads sounds of Christmas at upcoming gala Bishop Marrocco/Thomas Merton Catholic Secondary School hosts a Christmas Music Gala Friday at 7 p.m.

The concert features the high school’s junior and senior bands, singer/soloists and rock bands under the leadership of music director Dr. Andrew Rozbicki. The event takes place in the school’s auditorium.

Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults.

The school is located at 1515 Bloor St. W. For tickets call 416393-5545.

IN BRIEF n Gift wrappers wanted

The Toronto Green Community (TGC) is recruiting volunteers for its annual eco gift-wrapping program.

Every December, hundreds of volunteers help the TGC educate the public about reducing holiday waste by providing eco gift-wrapping services at retail locations across Toronto, including Dufferin Mall.

To volunteer, email ecowrap@torontogreen.ca or call 416-781-7663.

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sharing and caring: Elizabeth Chrumka, left, and Alexandra Mangion helped pack Good Food Boxes at FoodShare located at 90 Croatia St. recently. These volunteers come twice a month to prepare 4,000 boxes of fresh produce for families to pick up from across Toronto and beyond. The non-profit organization also released its first cookbook, Share. For details on the cookbook, visit www.foodshare.net/share

Seniors test their fitness levels at opening of Loyala Arrupe centre LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com Eileen Sword had never tried Zumba, the ever popular dance-fitness program, but she gamely joined the group as the instructor cued the music.

As the demonstration of aerobic and dance moves wound down,

Sword made her way back to her chair.

“I just made a damn fool of myself,” she quipped good naturedly.

Sword was one of several seniors taking part in the grand-opening of the LA (Loyola Arrupe) Centre for Active Living in its new home at 55 Rankin Cres. last Thursday. Sword

said she and her husband had just moved to the Bloor Street West and Symington Avenue area two months ago and she was looking forward to taking part in the nearby fitness programs offered by the LA Centre for Active Living – she said she might even give Zumba another try.

“It was difficult, but I loved it,” >>>SOCIAL, page 5

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High Park resident launches petition to save old oak trees Daniels Corporation says council has approved the development LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com A High Park area resident is on a quest to save several old, majestic oak trees on land slated for a condominium development at Bloor Street West and Oakmount Road.

Anila Sunnak, who lives nearby the site at Glenlake and Pacific avenues, is circulating a petition that calls on the City of Toronto and developer, The Daniels Corporation, to “stop cutting oaks in High Park eco-buffer zone.”

“Within a couple of days, we have almost 400 signatures,” Sunnak told The Villager. “This is clearly an important issue for our area, but the petition has been signed by people across Toronto and further afield.”

The oak trees, nine altogether, are an important part of Toronto’s eco-system, Sunnak said.

“Why weren’t they built into the design of the development,” she said. “It’s really sad. We have to present the petition to the decisionmakers and The Daniels Corporation.” big picture The oak trees are part of a big picture concerning the impact of development on High Park, according to Leslie Gooding, co-chair of the High Park Natural Environment Committee.

High Park has grasslands with “islands” of black oak trees called High Park Oak Woodlands. This habitat is very rare. “ T h e Hi g h Pa r k Oa k Woodlands are the fourth largest such area in Canada.

They are continentally significant and globally rare,” said Gooding.

“It is designated a provincial Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI).”

The centuries-old trees, added Sunnak, serve as a pitstop for migrating birds.

“We don’t even have the genetic heritage of these trees. The seeds don’t even exist anymore,” she said.

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Anila Sunnak is on a mission to save a number of oak trees on a plot of land, at the corner of Bloor Street West at Oakmount Road, that is under development.

“People in our neighbourhood are very concerned.

The community will work to make this concern known to the developer.”

To make room for the proposed 14-storey, 378-unit residential and retail complex, the site that encompasses 1844 to 1854 Bloor St. W., 34 and 37 Pacific Ave. and 6 to 14 and part of 18 and 18A Oakmount Rd., has to be cleared. The long-abandoned houses were torn down. The trees remain standing at this point.

City council has approved the development, according to Daniels’ senior manager of development Neil Pattison.

However, residents take issue with the building’s height and density as well as its ecology and are fighting the proposal at the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB). The OMB hearing wrapped up Nov. 23, but the decision will not be handed down for up to five months. Until then, the site will remain as is, said Pattison.

“We had an ecologist give

evidence on the trees,” said Pattison of the OMB hearing.

“These are black oak. They’re common species.”

They are not part of the nationally rare oak savannah that can be found in High Park, said Pattison.

Approximately one third o f Hi g h Pa rk’s n a t u ra l environment is comprised of the rare oak savannah, an open, park-like landscape that includes widely spaced black oaks, scattered low shrubs and a variety of prairie grasses and wildflowers, according to the High Park Natural Environment Committee.

“Our site is not that area,” stressed Pattison. “It had houses on it since the 1900s.

It’s not part of the black oak savannah.” ‘sad story’ Pa r k d a l e - H i g h Pa r k Councillor Sarah Doucette called the situation “a sad story.”

“It really is,” she said. “I’m the first to go to bat for trees, but there’s not much we can

do.”

The city looks at each development site and takes into account the environmental impacts before making any decisions, said Doucette. The trees are not part of the rare black oak savannah, she said.

Nevertheless, petitioners have not been shy about sharing their opinions.

Roncesvalles Village resident Abby Bushby wrote that the trees are key to the integrity of the community’s public space.

“The oaks in and across the street of High Park are of huge importance to the integrity of the public space and to the critical mass of a dense urban forest, which delivers great ecological benefits, including oxygenation and cooling of local streets,” she said.

“The buffer zone along Bloor especially is important to keep Bloor Street on the north side shaded, friendly for pedestrians, and preventing the Daniels development from usurping the public space of Bloor Street.”

Colborne Lodge marks its 175th anniversary LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com John and Jemima Howard would have been extremely pleased by the steady stream of visitors to their Regencystyle picturesque villa in celebration of their home’s 175th anniversary, says the Colborne Lodge museum site coordinator.

Decorated for a 19th century Christmas, revellers were especially struck by how Colborne Lodge looked at night, said Cheryl Hart.

People were invited to wander through the house, lit up by oil lamps and candles, to learn how the Howards celebrated the holidays recently.

Designed by John Howard, one of Toronto’s first architects, Colborne Lodge was built in 1837 to complement its surrounding nature.

“John was specific that the park not be called Howard Park,” Hart said.

It was his wife’s idea to call it “High” Park for its location atop the highest point of the Humber Bay shoreline. Their house was named for Upper Canada Lt. Gov. Sr. John Colborne, who appointed Howard to the position of geometrical drawing master at Upper Canada College. first surveyor of city In 1834, William Lyon Mackenzie appointed him as the first surveyor of a newly incorporated City of Toronto.

As surveyor and city engineer, Howard can take credit for planning Toronto’s first sidewalks, sewers and roads.

He also surveyed building lots, the Toronto Harbour and Ashbridges Bay. The couple would be “extremely pleased” by how Colborne Lodge and High Park have been received by the public since they were deeded to the city, Hart said. “ They wanted to set an example for others to encourage them to be philanthropic,” said Hart, sitting at the lodge’s winter kitchen table.

The pair also believed people of lower class, in particular, would benefit by returning to nature, she said.

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James McRae, a historical interpreter, poses by the Christmas tree at Colborne Lodge, which is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year.

ture serves to enhance its natural surroundings.

After John Howard’s death in 1890 (his wife predeceased him in 1877), the house was occupied by his servants, a family he was quite fond of, Hart said. Colborne Lodge sat empty until the 1920s when the Women’s Canadian Historical Society turned it into a museum. It was restored to the 1870s period “because we wanted to tell Jemima’s story,” Hart said. “(Colborne Lodge) has a long history as a museum.

It’s one of the earliest historical house museums in Toronto,” she said. “It’s a nice time to visit particularly because it’s the anniversary and we decorate for Christmas.”

Make Christmas centrepieces, ornaments and Christmas cookies at Colborne Lodge during upcoming workshops throughout December.

Call 416-392-6916 for details. n The tours continue until Jan. 6, Tuesdays to Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. (The museum is closed Mondays and on Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1).

Holiday admission prices apply: adults $7.08, seniors $4.42, youths $3.81, children $4.42 (plus tax).

Numerous workshops are also being offered. For more information, visit www.toronto.ca/culture/ museums/featured-events. htm#colborne

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To the editor: Re: ‘Veteran, rookie politicians reflect on half-way mark of council term,’ Special Report, Nov. 29 Sarah Doucette is proud of her contributions to the High Park Zoo and playground, and rightly so. But she falls woefully short when it comes to control and management of housing development.

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Work together to ease effects of teachers’ strike

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his week, Toronto residents saw students from numerous high schools take to the streets to protest the loss of extra-curricular activities at their high schools as part of the continuing battle between the Ontario government and its public school teachers.

Next week, however, the heat is really going to be turned up as a one-day strike by public elementary school teachers in Toronto is expected at some point before next Friday, Dec. 21.

The union representing the elementary school teachers, the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (ETFO), has been calling one-day strikes in school boards across the province since Monday of this week. The ETFO is giving boards, and parents, 72 hours notice of the impending strikes. Perhaps by the end of this our view week or early next week, Toronto residents with children in the Make alternate public system should know what day the Toronto District School plans to Board (TDSB) will strike the elementary schools. The TDSB avoid panic will close the doors of its schools with students from junior kindergarten to Grade 8. The board has sent home letters to parents encouraging them to start making alternate arrangements for their elementary school children now. For thousands of parents this is going to be a costly, complicated and stressful day.

But by working together in our neighbourhoods and school communities we can make it easier for those facing challenges. Communities in other boards have come up with some good ways of dealing with the strikes beyond taking the day off work or sending the kids to other family members.

For instance, the City of Ottawa announced it would be extending its before and after-school programs on the day of the strike. We expect to see an announcement from the City of Toronto shortly that it will be doing the same.

Also, other organizations are stepping up. In the case of Ottawa again, the Ottawa Senators said they’d offer a full-day hockey camp that day for kids aged five to 12.

Hello, Toronto Maple Leafs – there’s a great idea.

There are many other great ideas out there parents can start sharing with each other right now, so that those who are able to help with child care on strike day can do so while those who must go to work can also do so. newsroom

Budget battle a shadow of last year’s fight

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hat a difference a year makes.

Last year, the operating and capital budget was a battleground between left and right, downtown and inner suburbs, Margaret Atwood and Etobicoke North Councillor Doug Ford. The budget committee wrestled with hot-button issues such as the closure of city zoos and the denuding of public libraries.

It was enough of a fight that Toronto council finally took part of it away from the budget committee and Mayor Rob Ford, and set the stage for a dramatic power shift in which council wrestled pretty much everything away from the mayor.

Mayor Ford and his supporters warned that in this year’s budget, council and the city would have to go through the war all over again.

As it’s turned out, that’s not so much the case.

The 2013 operating and capital budgets are definitely still a thing of the Ford administration. The budget will see tax dollars

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invested in road repairs to unprecedented levels — driven even higher by the need to repair and rehabilitate the crumbling Gardiner Expressway — covering roads in cash rather than borrowed money.

To help fund that, there will be some cuts to fire, police and ambulance, and projects near and dear to the hearts of downtowners and the left wing on council — such as arts funding — aren’t getting the attention they might have under another mayor.

But generally, this is a budget that doesn’t take many risks. There is no attempt to remove the land transfer tax. The budget doesn’t pretend to freeze property taxes. It doesn’t make an attack on downtown services particularly, just as it doesn’t reward

suburban communities, especially.

It does make a significant and potentially damaging change to the way the city funds repairs, using cash instead of borrowing — but that is a serious double-entry accounting problem, and not an especially significant political problem.

It shouldn’t surprise that the Ford administration is taking it easy on this one, or at least playing things a little more slyly. Last year, Mayor Ford could still point to a strong electoral mandate as a basis to push hard on an agenda that was both aggressive and divisive.

That mandate is still there in theory. But the mayor and the agenda are walking dead in these weeks before Christmas, as the budget committee wraps up its deliberations.

They’ve been a sullen affair; budget committee chair Mike Del Grande presided over public deputations early this week, underneath the projection of a growing spreadsheet on which he costed every

single thing Torontonians asked for in their three minutes.

But again, that’s nothing compared to the marathon meetings Mayor Ford held last year.

Spreadsheets have nothing on sleep deprivation. And from the look of things, 2013 has nothing on 2012. n David Nickle is The Villager’s City Hall columnist.

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Social activities, access to computers offered at centre >>>from page 1 Sword admitted.

Sword said she took clog dancing at the York West Active Living Centre before moving to her new neighbourhood.

The LA Centre for Active Living used to be located at the Loyola Arrupe seniors residence at Bloor West and Keele streets until its lease was up, according to program director Melissa Scott.

“We wanted to stay in this neighbourhood and voila, here was this beautiful building,” she said.

Approximately 300 seniors live at 55 and 77 Rankin Cres., a Toronto Community Housing complex, the majority of whom eagerly anticipated the arrival of LA Centre for Active Living.

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ties here, but they have an active tenants’ association,” said Scott.

The centre has partnered with the Silver Circle West Toronto Services for Seniors, a community not-for-profit organization that provides practical assistance and social support to seniors, caregivers and adults with disabilities living in our community, to provide the new programs.

They include not only Zumba, but chair yoga, Wii sports, line dancing and board games.

There is also a laptop library with eight new computers.

“We’ll provide social activities like daily coffee and tea and birthday parties,” said Scott, adding that programs and activities will change and grow according to what its members want.

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Schein took part in the grand opening event.

“Our population is getting older and one of the best ways to see our money spent well is to make sure people have programs like these,” he said.

“I hope you’ll invite me to exercise with you.”

Thom Berger, executive director of Silver Circle, said he was pleased to be able to provide the activities and programs that 55 and 77 Rankin residents have been asking for.

“All you have to do is take the elevator down here – once you get fit, you can take the stairs,” he said.

If you would like further details regarding LA Centre for Active Living’s programs and events, call Melissa at 416-452-4875 or Nancy at 416-452-4530.

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was inspired by Walt Disney and comic books.

Bloor West Village artist Jon Lasruk debuted his fi rst-ever “I was kind of an art geek in Everyone welcome! exhibit ‘Painting the City in high school. Then, I went on Watercolour’ at the KUMF to (the Ontario College of Art Gallery this past Friday. and Design),” said Lasruk.

1596 Bloor St W The one-time graphic There, he took illustration 416-769-5072 and photography courses. designer and illustrator’s MP for Parkdale–High Park www.peggynash.ndp.ca career took a drastic detour “I was certain I wanted when he was diagnosed with to be an artist. Comic books Parkinson’s disease 11 years weren’t to be,” he said.

Parkinson’s began as a ago.

“Freelance designers keep tremor for Lasruk before strange hours. I couldn’t pull he was officially diagnosed. that off anymore,” admitted Strangely, he says the diagLasruk during an interview at nosis “didn’t bother me quite the Bloor Street West gallery that much” in the beginning.

Doctors didn’t prescribe any recently.

A self-described “city guy,” drugs at the onset. In time, born and raised in Toronto, the disease progressed.

Lasruk’s work is inspired for “After I was diagnosed, I the most part by streetscapes. basically had to rethink my His first collection is comcareer. I realized I couldn’t prised of 28 pieces, snapkeep up with freelance shots of his interpretations design,” he said. of several different locations “I decided I’d go back to within his neighbourhood picture making. I’m a realist and beyond. painter. There’s not a lot of Lasruk has been artistically difference between illustraWWW. JACSWIMMING . COM inclined since he was a child. tion and what I do. I can’t Like a lot of kids, he said he one place KEELE PUBLIC SCHOOL - SOUTHWEST CORNER OF KEELE & GLENLAKE AVE Run Date: Decemebr 13, 2012 - Brick Mattress - Metroland/Bloor West Villager/Annex Guardian (10.38” x 6.25”stand ) FullinColour - for hours 1596 Bloor Street West

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He noticed the October scene from his wife’s hospital room.

“The leaves had just started to change,” he recalled.

DEBUT EXHIBITION Lasruk says he’s excited about his debut exhibition, but admits it feels “strange.”

“It’s something I’ve always wanted to do,” he said of his career change.

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*DO NOT PAY - O.A.C. All credit offers available upon approval of credit only on your Brick Card Platinum, minimum purchase of $250. Any Brick delivery charges, GST (5%), PST or HST (if applicable), and administration fee ($99.95) are required to be paid at time of purchase. In Quebec, administration fees do not apply but there may be an annual membership fee ($35). Interest may accrue for the final 25 days prior to the promotion’s payment due date at an annual rate of 29.9%, but will be waived if the payment of the balance is made in full by the due date. CREDIT DETAILS on Sample Purchase; Brick Card Platinum credit termsfor DO NOT PAY FOR 15 MONTHS. Sample purchase price: $2000.00, administration fee $99.95 (4.11 %), and interest charges $0.00. Total interest charges & administration charges: $99.95. Total Cost $2099.95. Balance due March 2014, or at such time, you may elect to make minimum monthly payments of 3.5% of your outstanding balance. A conversion fee of $42.50 (not applicable in Quebec) and a service interest charge (29.9%) applies when you decide to make minimum monthly payments. ‡Product may vary by location and may not be exactly as illustrated. We reserve the right to limit quantities by store and per purchase. To receive bonus offer or discount, complete package must be purchased and kept. +This offer cannot be combined with any other discount or free gift purchase, sale, or other promotion, unless otherwise specified. ∆ Excludes discounted, clearance, promoted offers and Tempur-pedic. Minimum mattress set purchase $799.97. See in store for complete details. Offer effective December 13-17, 2012, unless otherwise indicated.

BRAND NEW 2012 CHEVROLET ROLET

SONIC 5DR HATCHBACK ATCHBACK

STK#4102898- 1.8L 4 Cyl MFI, DOHC Engine, 5 Speed Manual Transmission, 15”Aluminum Wheels, Liftgate Spoiler, 60/40 Rear Split seat, Remote Keyless Entry, Stabilitrak, Traction Control, OnStar Directions & Connections (6 Months), AM/FM Stereo and More

CASH ASH SALE PRICE

14,888 880

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$

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PLUS HST & LIC

ON SELECT 2012’S & 2013’S

bi-weekly Plus HST

%

84 Months

BRAND NEW 2013 CHEVROLET

EQUINOX LS

BRAND NEW 2013 CHEVROLET

STK# D610889 - 2.4L DOHC ENGINE, 6 Speed Automatic, Front Wheel Drive, 17”Aluminum Wheels, Bluetooth, Power Windows and Locks, Remote Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, OnStar ( Directions and Connections 6 Months), Stabilitrak, Climate Control & More

CRUZE LS

48 MONTH LEASE

STK#D7188267 - Automatic, 1.8L 4cyl Engine, Air Conditioning, Sirius Satellite Radio, Power Group, AM/FM/CD/Mp3, Remote Keyless Entry, Traction Control, Stabiltrak 10 Air Bags, OnStar with 6 Months Turn-by-turn navigation and more

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BRAND NEW 2012 CHEVROLET

SPARK 5DR

SILVERADO EXT CAB 4X4 STK CZ354865 Cheyenne Edition - Chrome Accessory Package, Bluetooth, Xm Satellite Radio, Splash Guards, Trailer Towing Package with Hitch, Locking Differential, Bed Liner, Keyless Entry, Power Group, 4 Speed Automatic with O/D, 4 Wheel Drive,OnStar w/6 Mths Turn-by-Turn Nav

BRAND NEW 2012 CHEVROLET

CORVETTE 4LT COUPE

STK#DT505406- 1.25L ECOTEC 4CYL ENGINE, 4 Speed Automatic, 10 Air Bags, Power Windows, Roof Mounted Spoiler, Am/FM Stereo, Stabilitrak, Electronic Traction Control, OnStar with 6 Months Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Electronic Liftgate release and more

STK#C5102532 - 6.2L V8, 6 Speed manual, Centennial Edition, touch screen navigation, Performance Exhaust System, Transparent Removable Roof panel, Bose 9 speaker sound, Heads up display, Power Everything, Custom leather interior, SiriusXM Satillite Radio, OnStar..

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www.courtesychevrolet.ca Sale price includes Freight, PDE ,Air tax, Admin, Registration , OMVIC Fee , Tire Levy. All current Manufacturer to customer discounts and rebates applied. Prices valid on date of publication.

Prices are subject to change without notice. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. See Dealer for complete details. Financing on Sonic is @ 0% over 84 months, COB:$0.

Leasing on the 2013 Cruze is based on APR 0.5% for 48 Months with 20,000kms per year allowance, with a buy back of $9189. plus hst. 2013 Equinox Lease at 0.9% APR lease rate, 20,000km/year allowance. See dealer for details.

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Community

MOVING IN MEMORY

Staff photo/IAN KELSO

A GOOD CAUSE: Flora Charnock moves to the music along with other fitness enthusiasts at the memorial aerobathon/toy drive in honour of Holly Jones, which took place at the Masaryk Cowan Community Centre on Sunday. About 70 people took part in the aerobathon, which featured Zumba, kick boxing, dance fitness and yoga. About 100 toys were collected, along with more than $1,000 in gift cards and cash. All proceeds will benefit the 46th annual CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish. Several area grocer’s donated food and beverages for the participants. This is the ninth consecutive year the event has taken place.

Shop The Kingsway Season’s Greetings from the Kingsway Merchants

Within a short distance from downtown, you can experience one of Toronto’s finest shopping destinations! Come visit, and explore the Kingsway’s over 250 businesses and services. Whether you’re seeking the best in boutique shopping, a delightful gourmet meal, or a little pampering at a top-rated salon and spa; if you need your eyes examined, quality pet products, or just need your suit cleaned you’ll find it in The Kingsway!

Located on Bloor Street Prince Edward to Montgomery

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Hurry in this weekend and save up to 30% on a selection of in-stock Table, Desk and Floor Lamps at Living Lighting in the Kingsway.

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Halogen Desk Lamp

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ISLINGTON AVE.

4242 Dundas St. West

DUNDAS STREET WEST

SUN: 12 pm - 5 pm

Sale ends December 16th, 2012 or while quantities last. Discount applies to all regular price in-stock items. Bulbs extra. Only at Etobicoke location.

Real estate

The Bloor West Villager is delivered to 35,785 homes. Call 416-493-4400 to advertise in the #1 read newspaper in Bloor.

OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN 2-4 PM * * A PERFECT GIFT * * 97 HUMBERSIDE AVE. Spacious High Park @ subway. Almost 1700 sq. ft. plus high professionally fin bsmt. Gorgeous inside & out with “oldefashioned” verandah! 3 lvl addition + oversized garage. Impressive renos! Open-concept design set up for ez sharing w/ family or friend. $649,000.

SUSAN GINOU Sales Representative

416 762-8255

Royal LePage Real Estate Services Inc., Brokerage

zello jovanovic

sales representative

b e c a u s e home m e a n s e v e r y t h i n g t o y o u

Professionals Inc., Brokerage

Norseman Heights Bungalow On Quiet Court! Lovingly Maintained Home W/ Great Potential! Generous Principal Rms W/ Original Hrdwd Flrs. Large EatIn Kitchen! Full Height Fin Bsmnt W/ Rec Room, Games Rm, 3 Pc Bath & Sauna! Pie Shaped Lot W/ Pool. New Windows Throughout! Family Friendly Neighbourhood Close To Parks, Schools, Shopping, Transit & Easy Hwy Access! $699,000. 4 Ridgehampton Crt.

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416.236.1241 416.880.4442

email homes@zello.ca www.zello.ca

The search for your dream home ends here.

Ways to boost home value If you are looking to sell your home there are easy ways to boost the resale value before your next open house.

Upgrade appliances Prospective buyers won’t be thrilled if they walk into a home and see outdated appliances. Some might even feel older appliances indicate a homeowner who cared little about appearances and might begin to wonder if there are any additional areas that might have been neglected around the house. Stainless steel appliances in the kitchen and even new fixtures in the bathroom are aesthetically appealing and tend to excite buyers. Homeowners who aren’t immediately putting their property up for sale can gradually upgrade their appliances to lessen some of the financial toll such purchases take.

Replace the carpet A clean carpet might make a world of difference to a home’s inhabitants, but a new carpet will be more appealing to prospective buyers. Choose a neutraltoned carpet that will boast a more universal appeal.

Paint the home

A fresh coat of paint or new siding is always attractive to prospective buyers. If your home hasn’t had a new coat of paint in awhile that might make buyers feel the home is musty or old. Many buyers judge a book by its cover, and sellers want their home’s exterior to be as attractive as possible. Homeowners can also paint rooms inside the home to give it a fresh and welcoming feel.

Clean up around the house A cluttered house will almost certainly repel buyers. Buyers want a home that’s roomy and well kept, but clutter creates the opposite impression.

Organize the closets to make them appear more roomy and clean up any areas that have become cluttered -- consider temporarily renting a storage unit to house excess stuff from closets. Basements or utility closets might be handy for storage, but they should be open and clean before hosting an open house. The less clutter a home has, the more spacious it will appear and the more money sellers can likely demand for the home.

-MS

The Babiak Team Sells The West End! Bloor West-Swansea $798,000 246 Ellis Ave New List! Original condition 3 br on 33 x130 west ravine lot bordering Rennie Park.

Private drive & single garage.

Excellent opportunity for renovation or new build.

OH Sat 2-4.

Baby Point $689,000 76 Humbercrest Bl. 1st Ad! Character 3 br in a premium location! Nr French Imm, Humber River parkland & subway. Reno ready w/ wide mutual dr & garage.

OH Sun 2-4.

Theodore Babiak Broker

Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

TEAM 416 762 8255 NATIONAL CHAIRMAN’S CLUB

Top 1% in Canada 1994-2005, 2008-2011 for Royal LePage, based on earnings.

visit babiak.com for photos, floor plans, feature sheets & home inspections

BILL MOHAN

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

416

#1 Agent 2001-2011 From Value and List to Sale Ratio

762-4200 for Sutton Group Bloor West Village office.

Residential sales.

Upper Bloor West Village.

South Of St. Johns. Renovated 2 Storey Detach With Open Concept Main. Finished Bsmt With 3 Pc. No Knob And Tube.

New Windows. Gleaming Hardwood On Main. Eat In Kit. New Deck. Mutual Drive And Parking For 2 Cars. $699,900.

141 Humbercrest Blvd.

OPEN HOUSE SAT 2-4PM

Virtual Tour @ www.billmohan.com

Just A Wonderful 4+ Bed Rm Family Home On A Big Lot. Great For Rinks In Winter And A Pool In Summer.

Renovated W Designer Kitchen.

3 Washrooms. Pvt Drive And Lane Access. 40 Ft. Lot. $1,185,000. 83 Dorval Rd. Call To View.

Commercial/Residential. Approx 3,400 S.F. + Big Bsmt. Parking Built In For 1. 2 Apts. Potential Income Of $5,000. P/M/ Great Investment At The Top On Roncesvalles And Less Than One Block South Of Dundas West Subway. Store Vacant And Ready For Your Ideal Business. $769,000. 2227 Dundas St. W.

SUTTON GROUP REALTY SYSTEMS INC., BROKERAGE

WELCOME TO 606 LAUDER AVENUE OPEN HOUSE - SAT/SUN 2-4PM

The Home of the Week is a true gem. It is located on a premium corner lot that is 121 feet deep. This semi-detached 3+1 bedroom and 2 bathroom brick 2 storey is in a wonderful family neighbourhood.

Approaching the home, you first notice the covered front porch perfect for relaxing on summer evenings. Upon entering the home you will see the beautifully upgraded floors and trim throughout. The combined living room / dining room is ideal for both entertaining guests as well as those family get togethers. There is a large, bright eat-in kitchen on the

main level with plenty of cupboards and storage along with a stainless steel refrigerator and stove. Also on the main level is a walkout to a beautifully finished deck and a maintenance free backyard.

Upstairs there are 3 good sized bedrooms.Downstairsthe basement is finished with coveted high ceilings and walkout. Along with a recreation room, the basement features a separate entrance, 3 piece bathroom and bedroom. This makes it perfect as an in-law suite.

Outside there is a massive detached 2 car brick and block garage along with 2 additional parking spaces.

Our Featured Home of the Week is listed for $525,000. It is being offered for sale by Cintia de Souza, Broker with Remax Ultimate Realty Inc., Brokerage. To find out more about this featured home, call Cintia at 416-654-7653 or visit www.cintiadesouza.com

REMAX ULTIMATE REALTY INC., BROKERAGE

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#1 Agent 2007 through 2011 *Re/Max Central Corp. now known as Re/Max Ultimate Realty Inc.

$369,900

Starting at $400,000

$419,900

$305,000

FOR 102%

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Fully detached bungalow consists of 4 bdrms including in-law suite in bsmt with separate entrance. Massive lot, huge oversized dble car garage + ample parking.Why would you pass this one up? 416-654-7653

Fully Detached with private drive, fits up to 5 cars + laneway access from back.3 bdrms + office.Completely renovated! Open concept main flr with high ceilings, bsmt has sep. entrance & very high ceiling. Huge private backyard with Fruit trees.Too much to mention.

Great location close to schools, shops, ttc & minutes to HWY. Don’t wait, call today 416-654-7653.

Fully Detached, 2-storey home, private drive, close to all major highways, walking distance to TTC, shops, parks, schools, call now - if you wait might be too late. 416-654-7653.

$289,900

$429,900

$449,900

FOR 100%

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This 8 year new Masterpiece offers a grand eatin kit. with spotless appls & cozy W/O to wooden deck & fully cemented backyard. Treat yourself to a presidential Master suite with W/I closet & 4 pc ensuite & W/O onto a state of the art rooftop deck.

Hardwood flrs throughout, Casement Windows, 3 Ample Sized Bdrms & open concept main flr. Don’t let this beauty pass you by 416-654-7653 call today.

3 kitchens, 3 baths, 3 separate entrances. Perfect for investor or first time home buyer - live and rent potential. Won’t last call today 416-654-7653

SOLD SOLD

Your Chance!

Opportunity Of A Life Time!

2 Lots Being Severed Into 4 Lots.

Plans for 4 Detached 4 Bedroom Homes With Double Detached Car Garages At Rear, Each home Close To 2800 Sq. Ft. Of Finished Living Space In The Most Desirable Up And Coming Area With Walking Distance To Great Schools, Parks, Shops And T.T.C. This Is A Prestigious Site, Don’t Let This Opportunity Pass You By!

SOLD SOLD

Why Rent? Owning is Cheaper Beautiful condo by the water with lake view.First class building with first class amenities. First time offered...

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$379,900

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Everytime We Sell A Home A Person Benefits

RODRIGO DE SOUZA

Sales Representative

Ultimate Realty Inc., Brokerage

Independently Owned and Operated 1272 Dundas Street West Toronto Ontario M6J 1X7

Office 416-530-1080, Fax 416-530-4733

STEPHANIE DE SOUZA

Sales Representative

cintia@cintiadesouza.com

Stop paying rent. .

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PROVEN RESULTS!!!

Frank Leo Custom built Classic Victorian inspired all brick 4 bdrm homes in south Etobicoke. Incredible imported high end finishes thru-out, state of the art automation system. Definitely a must see located just minutes to the airport or downtown Toronto from $928,888 & $958,888!!

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Prestigious executive 5+2 bdrm 2 storey, gorgeous stone & brick exterior, professionally landscaped lot, backing onto Conservation lands, absolutely a must see, beautifully finished thru-out, Jatoba hardwood & granite flrs, custom kitchen inground pool, & much more for $1,990,000 Call to view!!

BROKER

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Custom built 4+2 bdrm 2 storey with addition, gorgeous renovated kitchen & baths, granite counter tops, gleaming hardwood floor, 4 full baths, main floor. Family room & den, 2nd floor laundry, finished basement with separate entrance, quality craftsmanship through-out, thousands spent must be seen for $1,100,000!!

Situated on a quiet court location. Mississauga/Etobicoke border. Backing onto ravine, totally renovated detached 2 storey 4+1 bedroom is simply amazing, gorgeous gourmet kitchen, s.s appliances, Granite countertop, main flr family room gas fireplace, formal living & dining room, prof finished basement. Backyard paradise, heated inground saltwater pool, jacuzzi, pattern concrete patio, solarium plus much more only $949,000

Fabulous design, great curb appeal, Large 4 bdrm with 4 washrooms, finished basement.

Stunning classic combination of hardwood, marble & ceramic floors, high ceilings, skylight, Oak stairs, family size kitchen with breakfast area, granite countertop, centre island, stainless steel appliances & many extras for $888,800!!

BACKING ONTO GOLF COURSE!!!

Large detached 4 bdrm 2 storey, finished basement, huge 50’ x 199’ lot! Located close to all conveniences, quick access to Hwys, many upgrades thru-out, Well maintained home Must be seen for $799,900!!

KEELE & 401!!

Fabulous detached 4+1 bdrm 2 storey, double garage, interlock, large verandah, double door entry, centre hall plan, 4 washrooms, combined living and dining rm, cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace, gleaming hardwood floors in family rm, wonderful family size kitchen, w/o to large deck & heated inground pool, gorgeous prof. landscaped lot, finished bsmnt and many extras for only $799,000!!

Gorgeous 4+2 bdrm 2 storey, beautiful custom kitchen, granite countertops, s.s appliances, gleaming hardwood floors, 9’ ceilings, crown moulding, California shutters, gas fireplace, main flr. laundry, huge master with 5 pc ensuite and professionally finished basement, ideal for In-law suite, + much more for $785,900!!

FABULOUS VELLORE VILLAGE OPPORTUNITY!!

THE VICTORIAN! 2790 sq ft classic custom built 2 storey all brick semi detached luxury homes. Located in the Long Branch area, Newly built, select your luxurious finishes starting from $799,000

BURNHAMTHORPE/PONYTRAIL!!

Rare 5 bdrm 2 storey on a beautiful lot. Just steps to Gametwood Park along the Etobicoke boarder. Gorgeous family rm with w/o to private fenced lot 20’x40’, inground pool. Huge bedrooms and principal rooms, renovated baths, fabulous country kitchen with s.s appliances and breakfast area, large finished basement 2nd kitchen & 2 bedrooms, gleaming hardwood flrs. and much more. $739,000

SHERIDAN HOMELANDS!

Incredible totally renovated 4 bdrm, 2 storey, gleaming hardwood floors, spacious principle rms, gourmet kitchen, granite countertop s.s appliances, large family rm addition, walkout to amazing prof. landscaped lot, interlock, inground salt water heated pool, patio, stupendous perennial garden, plus finished basement. Simply must be seen only $649,900!!

80 X 150 FT LOT!

Detached 3 bedroom bungalow with gorgeous brick & stone exterior, on a huge premium lot in Royal York/Dixon area, long private double driveway with garage. Large open concept living and dining room, 2 renovated bathrooms, walk-out to spacious serene back yard, huge workshop, fabulous opportunity only $639,900.

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HER T O N A SO LD KINGSVIEW VILLAGE!!

THE BELLARIA RESIDENCE!!

Incredible luxury condo, great location close to Vaughan Mills shopping centre, Canada’s Wonderland, restaurants, and all conveniences.

Fabulous gated community, 24hr concierge, Fantastic facilities, spacious 2 bdrm condo, stainless steel appl. Granite countertop, gleaming ceramic & hardwood flrs thru-out. A must see for $619,900!!

SPECTACULAR TOWNHOME!!

Totally renovated Etobicoke beauty, gorgeous stone exterior finish & curb appeal. Custom kitchen, granite counter top, stainless steel appliances, skylight, gleaming hardwood flrs, prof. finished basement with separate in-law suite, garage, large back yard only $589,900!!

In the heart of Woodbridge quiet enclave, steps to Market Lane. Totally renovated open concept living room, gleaming hardwood flr, walkout to patio, formal dining, amazing custom kitchen granite countertop, stainless steel appliances, California shutters, potlights, finished basement, truly a masterpiece, must be seen only $499,900!!

TOMKEN/DUNDAS!!

Wonderful detached 3 bdrm raised bungalow with pie shaped lot, quiet court location, in East Mississauga.Fabulous potential In-law suite, finished basement with separate entrance. Upgraded family size kitchen with s.s. appl., huge combined Living & dining rm with walk out to balcony, renovated bsmnt with fireplace and w/o to yard, gleaming hardwood flrs & much more.

SOLD FAST FOR TOP $$$!!

THE R O N A OL D S ROYAL YORK/EVANS!!

Wonderful detached brick 2 storey full of charm and character. This home has been totally renovated, new electrical, plumbing, insulation, drywall, nicely finished trim & hardwood thru-out! Finished basement with bar, new roof(2011), new windows(2011) furnace(2009) fully fenced yard with Gazebo, and many extras for only $499,000!!

JANE/WILSON!!

Spacious 3 + 1 bedroom bungalow. Updated kitchen, Corian countertop, open concept living & dining room, updated bathroom, separate side entrance to finished basement ideal for entertaining or in-law suite with 2nd kitchen.

Long driveway only $379,900!!

THE JAMES CLUB!!

WESTON/LAWRENCE!!

416

THE R O N A OL D S

BAY & DUNDAS CONDO!!

Totally renovated 3+1 bdrm 2 storey, Stucco & Stone exterior, Spacious open concept living & dining rm, gorgeous kitchen with granite countertop, s/s appl, ceramic & laminate floors thru-out finished basements, new 2 car garage, plus many extras, new roof, new washrooms, New oak staircase with steel rail, hi-eff. furnace & much more.

SOLD FAST FOR TOP $$$!!

Totally renovated 4+1 bdrm 2 storey, gorgeous Cartier kitchen, s.s. appl., porcelain tile, gleaming hardwood flrs., finished basement with separate side entrance to In- law suite with second kitchen. Large California style deck, renovated bathrooms, & many upgrades, located close to all convenience.

SOLD FOR TOP $$$!!

SOLD FAST FOR TOP $$$!!

LIBERTY VILLAGE!!

Beautiful Dufferin/King 2+1 bdrm condo townhouse, open concept living & dining rm with fireplace, gleaming laminate floor, separate Den, w/o balcony from mstr bedroom, great view of the city. Fabulous location the best of city living, close to all conveniences for only $334,900!!

Spacious 3 bdrm townhouse, 4 bathrooms, large combined living and dining room, bright family size kitchen, finished basement w/ kitchenette & bath, w/o to backyard, garage access door, and many extras, located close to all conveniences for $329,900!!

917

WESTON RD/BUTTONWOOD!!

FREE PROFESSIONAL BUYER SERVICE:

KIPLING/RATHBURN!!

Charming 2+3 bdrm bungalow, large 40’ x 133’ lot, thousands spent on upgrades, new kitchen, prof. finished basement with separate entrance to in-law suite, second kitchen, 3 bdrms, and large living room. Great location close to schools, transit and all conveniences, hardwood floors and many extras.

SOLD IN 1 WK FOR 106% OF ASKING!!

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EGLINTON/WESTON!!

Live in downtown Toronto without compromising on space. Completely renovated, designer finishes thruout, this spacious 2 bdrm corner unit features gorgeous kitchen with Quartz countertop, gleaming hardwood, and many extras just steps to Subway, Dundas square, Eatons Centre, Hospitals, & all amenities.

THE R O N A OL D S

DAVENPORT / SYMINGTON!!

Luxurious Tridel built, immaculate 1 bedroom plus den, bright open concept layout, French doors, laminate floors, W/O to balcony, modern kitchen granite countertop, breakfast bar, 24 hr concierge, world class amenities, steps to Subway and Go Train, only $289,900!!

CALL

OAKWOOD & VAUGHAN!!

Rare Investment opportunity, at affordable price. Store with a 2 bdrm apt, above.

Previously a convenience store, 4 car parking & lrg basement, high traffic area, great central location, close to all conveniences & transportation for $349,000!!

Spacious 3 bdrm detached 1 1/2 storey, on a large 40’ x 136’ lot, finished basement, separate entrance, hardwood floors, crown moulding, wainscotting, detached garage, long private drive and many extras, located close to all amenities for only $379,900!!

HER T O N A SO LD NUVO 2!!

PRIME DEVELOPMENT LAND!!

Surrounded by Thistletown Plaza, 3+1 bedroom Semi-detached bungalow on a 35’x183’ lot (3 adjacent lots also) providing over 20,000 sq ft for all kinds of development potential, $449,900!!

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Western Technical students cycle for cancer research LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com Decked out in Colonel Mustard’s trademark yellow button-down shirt and safari hat, a cardboard cutout of his handlebar mustache taped above her upper lip, Georgina de Roche was unmistakable as the popular character from the board game Clue.

The Grade 12 student at Western Technical Commercial School was joined by cohorts Prof. Plum, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock and Miss Scarlet.

The group made up a team taking part in the high school’s fifth annual Inside Ride, hosted by the Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation, billed as Canada’s only national charity devoted to fighting childhood cancer.

De Roche said she was inspired to fundraise for the cause because her grandfather suffered from prostate cancer.

“I’ve had family members who’ve had cancer,” de Roche told The Villager. “I wanted to get my friends involved.”

The ‘Clue’ team raised more than $450 – 100 per cent of which goes toward improving the survival rate and quality of life of children and their families impacted by cancer.

That includes children like nineyear-old Megan, whose photograph adorned one of several sandwich boards throughout the school gym to serve as inspiration to the teens.

The little girl who loves school, arts and crafts and playing sports was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, which starts in the bone marrow but often quickly moves into the blood.

“Today is dedicated to the children and families who’ve been affected by cancer,” said Heather-Jo MacIntosh, a physical education teacher and coordinator. “We will ride with energy and smiles on our faces knowing we’ve made a difference.”

The two-hour stationary cycling event involved both staff and student teams all dressed up in costumes.

Each team member rode for 10 minutes. Medals were awarded for best costume, highest mileage, best team spirit and highest fundraiser.

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by Dakota Vine, one of Grade 12 leadership class teacher Anisa Khan’s former students. The leadership class then took it upon themselves to launch the event.

“Every year, it’s gotten more and more popular,” said Khan, adding that as much as $20,000 has been raised since its inception. “This event is great for our school because we’re an activist school.”

Since its start five years ago, the Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation has hosted more than 430 events and raised $6 million.

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as good as new: Perth Dupont Library held its 35th anniversary recently with photographic displays of the old library, a celebratory cake and balloons. Clockwise from top left, librarian Carmen Martino, poses in the newly renovated space; a photo display of the library under construction while (left to right) Laura Novog, James Topping, Carmen Martino and Anne King take a break from all the fun.

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Toronto Fire Station 424 on Runnymede Road is slated for closure next year.

Toronto Fire Services would save $1.89 million by closing station you’ve got a gap. I don’t understand the logic,” confessed Roberts.

Sales admitted this was not an easy decision to make.

“We look at the amount of calls we get, the average response time; the time to dispatch and to analyze the call. Our goal is four minutes,” he said.

“Throughout the entire city, it’s over four minutes.”

Doucette reiterated Roberts’ concern. She pointed to the incoming development slated for Southport Street and Bloor Street, just west of Jane Street.

“Swansea has one truck. If that one is out, we’re looking at (stations at) Jane and Dundas and Keele and Dundas – that’s a concern,” she said to rousing applause.

There was a consensus among community members that the budget is taking precedence over safety; however, Sales assured no data indicates the closure of Runnymede station would have an impact on residents. Although, he did admit, “I don’t think you can shrink yourself

to greatness. We’re trying to tighten our belts and do the best we can.”

Both MP Peggy Nash and MPP Cheri DiNovo attended Sunday’s meeting. DiNovo vowed to lobby the province for support.

“I’m feeling particularly unsafe,” she said. “We have increasing density no matter what kind of gloss we put on it. To me, this is a problem with downloading. I’m going to be calling for the minister of municipal affairs to do something at the provincial level whether by writing a cheque or coming up with some good ideas. When will it stop? When someone dies?”

Residents have also banded together to organize a rally to save the fire station.

The rally takes place this evening at the station, on Runnymede Road, just south of Annette Street starting at 7 p.m.

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Toronto Fire Services would save $1.89 million annually by closing Runnymede station no. 424. The Runnymede station was chosen for its close proximity to other area fire halls, including Keele and Dundas West streets, Jane and Annette streets and Swansea, and its low call volumes.

“This is a difficult time for Toronto Fire Services. We run a very effective service. It’s a challenging budget year,” Sales told his audience. “This year, we’re looking at reducing five crews, 123 units versus 128. Our goal is to keep that many trucks and personnel on the street.”

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Thrift Shop WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Emmanuel Howard Park United Church, 214 Wright Ave. CONTACT: Megan Kallin, 416-536-1755, www.ehpunitedchurch.ca, hwrdprk@bellnet.ca COST: Items $1 and up All proceeds go to outreach meals.

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Animal Alleluiah: The Christmas Story in Shadow and Song WHEN: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. WHERE: Emmanuel-Howard Park United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave. CONTACT: Megan Kallin, 416-536-1755, www. ehpunitedchurch.ca, hwrdprk@bellnet. ca COST: Free The Emmanuel Howard Park Youth Theatre presents a unique retelling of the Christmas Story using shadow puppetry and songs told from the perspective of the animals who were there. Come hear the birds and beasts sing the story through original and traditional songs. A free will offering will be collected.

Sunday Outreach Program WHEN: 2 to 6 p.m. WHERE: Emmanuel Howard Park United Church, 214 Wright Ave. CONTACT: Megan Kallin, 416536-1755, www.ehpunitedchurch.ca, hwrdprk@bellnet.ca COST: Free Every Sunday in the church basement gym. Day includes: lunch, coffee, snacks, worship service and community dinner.

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Celebrate the Winter Solstice WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. WHERE: EmmanuelHoward Park United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave. CONTACT: Megan Kallin, 416-536-1755, www.ehpunitedchurch. ca, hwrdprk@bellnet.ca COST: Free Celebrate the solstice by walking the labyrinth (indoors) followed by a service of quiet music. Labyrinth open 6 to 8 p.m. Solstice service at 8 p.m. Join us, to celebrate the Spirit of the season.

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The Holiday Puppet Show WHEN: 6 to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Annette Street Public Library, 145 Annette St. CONTACT: 416-393-7692 COST: Free Be entertained by Mike Harding and Applefun Puppetry. No registration required. All ages are welcomed.

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ST. OLAVE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 360 Windermere Avenue (at Bloor) “In the Heart of Bloor West Village�

For more information, please call 416-769-5686 or visit www.stolaves.ca

An Invitation To Join Us!

Services at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. every Sunday Junior Church (Sunday School) and Nursery at 10:30 a.m.

SUNDAY DECEMBER 16TH Third Sunday in Advent 7:30 p.m. – Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols MONDAY DECEMBER 24TH Christmas Eve 4:00 p.m. – Children’s Christmas Eve Service 10:30 p.m. – Candlelight Service of Holy Communion with Anointing Caroling in the Church beginning at 10:00 p.m.

TUESDAY DECEMBER 25TH Christmas Day 10:30 a.m. – Holy Communion with Anointing SUNDAY DECEMBER 30TH Sunday After Christmas Day 10:30 a.m. – Memorial Carol and Thanksgiving Service SUNDAY JANUARY 6TH Epiphany 4:00 p.m. – Choral Evensong followed by Light Refreshments and “Dowland to Britten�

Guitarist, Doug Hibovski

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