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High Park Zoo gets set for March Break Looking for a place to take the kids during March Break?

The llama pen at the High Park Zoo will be open to the public on Saturday, March 9 through to Sunday, March 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be various activities in addition to the opportunity to feed the llamas. Zoo colouring books, buttons and peacock feathers will be available for a small donation. All funds will go towards keeping the beloved family spot open.

For the second year in a row, the Honey Family Foundation has pledged to match dollar for dollar a maximum of $50,000. ‘double your money’ “It’s time to double your money,” said Parkdale-High Park Councillor Sarah Doucette, who encouraged everyone to make a donation to torontoparksandtrees.org/high-park-zoo Since February of last year, residents have donated more than $100,000 towards saving the zoo.

Meanwhile, Friends of High Park Zoo, the advocacy group formed in response to keep the tourist attraction open, raised more than $139,000. Residents will be able to double their donation until June 15. To operate in 2013, the zoo needs $228,000, which is funded only by public donations. ~ Lisa Rainford

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Students in teacher Chris Higgins’ class at Swansea Junior and Senior Public School are researching and tweeting the history of their school to be presented during Education week in May.

Swansea students tweet for grades Teens research information from school archives to reveal surprising history LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com Grade 8 students at Swansea Public School were shocked to learn that in 1912, a teacher

used a particularly unorthodox method of discipline.

Classmates Nevine Gacich, Mike Koc and Atka Kahtib discovered more than a century ago that when a chatty student

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Fundraising feast to benefit Sistering LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com For the past three years, the women’s agency Sistering, has been on a quest to expand its kitchen and storage facilities.

With funds raised by its largest annual fundraiser, Kitchen Sisters, the Ossington Avenue and Bloor Street West-based organization that serves homeless, marginalized and low-income women in Toronto, is within reach of achieving its goal of almost doubling its kitchen.

“We’re hoping in the next little while we’ll have our new kitchen,” Executive Director Sheryl Lindsay told The Villager. “We’re hoping it’ll happen sometime in the fall.”

On International Women’s Day, March 8, the city’s top women chefs will again band together to prepare a succulent feast, a fourcourse meal to raise awareness and funds for Sistering. The third annual Kitchen Sisters: ‘An Exquisite Dining Experience’ boasts cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a four-course meal with wine pairings and door prizes.

“We’ve been really fortunate to have pretty much the same group of women chefs. We’re fortunate to have Lynn Crawford back this year,” said Lindsay.

Crawford, of Ruby Watch co. and The Food Network’s Pitchin’ In fame, will host the event, taking place again at Mildred’s Temple Kitchen, 85 Hanna Ave. in Liberty Village.

“It’s a beautiful setting, arranged so nicely. You get to sample wonderful food from top women chefs

writing group to ESL classes. Sistering serves women of all different cultural backgrounds, languages and ages.

Established more than three decades ago, Sistering provides a safe space for women to come for basic needs like food, clothing and TTC tokens, and to be able to access staff for help with things like housing.

“We’re helping people to get more stable and permanent housing,” said Lindsay.

Sistering would be grateful for items, such as dishes, pots and pans and bedding, she said.

Kitchen Sisters take place Friday, March 8 at 6 p.m. in celebration of International Women’s Day. Tickets are $500 with a $350 tax receipt.

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Sheryl Lindsay, executive director of Sistering on Bloor Street, is encouraging people to attend the fundraising dinner Kitchen Sisters tomorrow night to benefit the program.

in Toronto. People who’ve come said the food is fabulous,” said Lindsay.

As many as 200 women take advantage of the shelter’s hot breakfast and lunches as well as many support services, including medical and dental, on a daily basis.

“We just continue to see an increase in our numbers. We continue to see new women who’ve lost employment and income, who’ve come to Sistering for the first time;

women who’ve had serious mental health issues and abuse issues,” said Lindsay.

Sistering has a seven-day-a-week open door policy, explained Lindsay.

It was established three decades ago by a group of students and activists who noticed there was a growing number of homeless women with mental health issues, said Lindsay.

Various women from different ethnic backgrounds take advantage of the shelter’s variety of programs from a

Top chefs taking part in fundraiser • Christine Bib of Christine Bib Catering, along with Sistering’s Maureen Watson and Carol Gray • Suzanne Baby of Gallery Grill at University of Toronto, along with Sistering’s Trish Beard.

• Donna Dooher of Mildred’s Temple Kitchen • Anne Yarymowich of FRANK at the AGO • Andrea Damon Gibson of Fred’s Bread will provide a wonderful selection of breads.

Day of music supports city’s Roma community The Roma Community Centre is hosting a music fundraiser in support of Canada’s Roma community, Wednesday, March 13.

The goal is to raise $6,000 for an international Roma Day celebration in April while providing a small salary to one full-time office staff member.

The fundraiser takes place at the Lula Lounge, 1585 Dundas St. W., and features four Romani bands, Julius Gyula Csoka and Robert Lakatos, Romani Rota, Gypsy Rebels and UngroRom. Doors open at 6 p.m. for those who would like to have dinner.

Performances are set to begin at 6:30 p.m. At 8 p.m., there will be an art auction comprised of pieces by Romani artists.

To make a dinner reservation, call 416-588-0307.

donate blood next week at swansea town hall Swansea Town Hall hosts a blood donor clinic Saturday, March 9 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Rousseau Room on the main floor.

Donors are asked to bring ID or donor card.

Swansea Town Hall is located at 95 Lavinia Ave. For further details, call 416-9749900 or visit www.bloodservices. ca

Junction fire captain honoured with Jubilee medal LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com The Junction Fire Hall’s Capt. Greg Shultz was one of 75 firefighters in the city to be awarded the Diamond Jubilee Medal at a special ceremony hosted by the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters Association (TPPFA) last week.

“It’s weird. It’s unusual,” said the

ever humble Schultz of the recognition. “I can’t think of any specific thing that warranted the award.”

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he city’s Chief Planner, Jennifer Keesmaat, hosted the first in a series of roundtables Feb. 26 where residents could speak to her, and 12 city building experts, about the city’s future. What a brilliant idea, especially when City Hall often feels like a place where residents are not heard.

The city is facing many challenges – chief among them, transit. However, there are many others on the horizon as we move toward building a truly worldclass city with an ever-increasing population. Those very challenges should be seen as great opportunities, and Keesmaat’s roundtables will, hopefully, help harness them.

The first roundtable discussed the concept of designing and creating public spaces, in the hope of enhancing the public realm. The roundtable discussed partnerships between the city and its agencies, private develop- our view ers, and BIAs. On Tuesday, the topic was More locations ‘The Resilient City’ – a discussion on how to achieve a vibrant, well worth the strong and resilient city. As things additional cost change – demographics, environment degradation, income, access to healthy food, infrastructure, etc. – how does a city stay resilient?

All praise aside, there is a glaring issue: these roundtables take place at City Hall between 9 a.m. and noon – which limits this process from the get-go.

Most people work during those hours. If the city is truly interested in public engagement, the roundtables should be open to more Torontonians by having one session during the day, another one at night – and perhaps across the city.

It is this point that is most important when considering the April 2 topic: ‘The Next Generation Suburbs’.

Discussing the suburbs during the day at City Hall seems short-sighted. And, the idea of calling anywhere outside the old city of Toronto a ‘suburb’ also breeds a disconnect across the city. It definitely doesn’t ‘build’ a common direction. Every neighbourhood has its own unique needs. The needs of Bloor West Village and its neighbourhoods are not the same as those in north Etobicoke, central North York or south Scarborough.

They aren’t even the same in the old city of Toronto – each neighbourhood is distinct.

We realize opening the roundtables may be more costly, but this is a cost well worth absorbing in order to engage the entire city – especially if the promise of these roundtables is to produce, according to the city’s website, a “series of actions that will identify immediate steps and set the stage for future initiatives.”

The Bloor West Villager welcomes letters of 400 words or less. All submissions must include name, address and a daytime telephone number for verification purposes. We reserve the right to edit, condense or reject letters. Copyright in letters remains with the author but the publisher and affiliates may freely reproduce them in print, electronic or other forms. Letters can be sent to letters@ insidetoronto.com, or mailed to The Bloor West Villager, 175 Gordon Baker Rd. Toronto, ON, M2H 0A2.

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Telefilm on Layton packs emotional punch Lottery can fund transit david nickle

In a few days, those of us so inclined will have an opportunity to relive the summer of 2011 – when Jack Layton, the first New Democrat federal Opposition leader and almost prototypical progressive Toronto politician, succumbed to cancer.

It was emotionally wrenching then; and watching the new telefilm Jack, it is nearly as wrenching now.

The film, which was screened for the family, supporters and some media earlier this week, airs Sunday night, March 10, on CBC. Jack is far from perfect — it paints an at-points absurdly sunny picture of the very political life that Jack Layton and Olivia Chow led together, and for a biopic offers frustratingly few clues about the things that contributed to Layton’s politics and political drive.

As my companion at the screening pointed out, there’s no “rosebud” moment in Jack.

With that said: The telefilm packs an emotional punch.

Much of that can be credited

the city to the eerily-accurate impersonations by Rick Roberts as Layton, and Sook-Yin Lee as Olivia Chow.

For those of us who’ve spent time with Layton and Chow, watching the couple’s last months and earlier days re-enacted so uncannily is extraordinarily and unexpectedly moving.

It will be curious to see how the film is received by viewers outside the bubble of Toronto, and national politics. Because like it or not — Jack is more than a film about a politician.

Coming less than two years after Layton’s death, when Layton’s successor Thomas Mulcair is aiming to be prime minister in 2015, and Olivia Chow is likely considering a run for mayor in Toronto a year earlier, Jack is something of a rallying call for progressively-inclined voters.

This, of course, is an extension of what Layton clearly

intended when he handed off his death-bed letter to Chow, and the rest of the country, with that stirring call toward optimism and love and kindness. It is also an extension of his detailed instructions, delivered earlier in that same letter, telling his party how best to mobilize in the months following his death. Layton was a politician to the core – even in his final moments.

It’s tempting to be cynical on that basis and dismiss Jack as nothing more than an exercise in publicly-funded NDP propaganda. It would be easier to do that if the sometimes hokey idealism depicted in the film weren’t so accurate a reflection of how it manifested in the real lives of Layton and Chow; if the story of a generally decent, earnest and publicly-motivated political couple who finally won and then lost again, weren’t the story we’d all lived through just two years past.

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Re: ‘Smarter commuting could save TTC money,’ Special Report, Feb. 28.

I have enjoyed all the articles on transit. I have one suggestion for funding that I haven’t heard anyone talk about before.

In order to help fund the development of the initial infrastructure and construction, why not develop a special lottery.

If there is money to win, then people will buy tickets. It might be a good way to raise some funds instead of always relying on raising taxes, fees and road tolls.

I also support the Toronto casino bid as another way to fund transit, but I do not have faith that our council will vote for it. They are too worried amount a slight increase in gambling addiction that will be so insignificant in the scheme of things.

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Free gas card for smarter commuting Not-for-profit group Summerhill Impact is looking for participants for its vehicle measurement program and is hoping free gas is an incentive to sign up.

Shuttle is a one-month program where people have their driving patterns monitored for the first two weeks.

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The lanes allow cyclists to travel in both directions on some one-way streets.

But work couldn’t continue until the province confirmed the lanes were legal as the provincial Highway and Traffic Act prohibits two-way travel down a one-way road.

rahul gupta TO in TRANSIT Dundas 505 line. The work is part of the TTC’s switch to an automatic train control system set to debut around 2016.

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Parts of the Yonge University Spadina subway line will be closed on weekends for the next three weeks as work continues on the TTC’s signaling system upgrades.

On the weekends of March 9, 16 and 23 there will be no train service between St. George and Union stations.

To compensate, the TTC will run shuttle buses and more streetcar service on the

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Artwork will soon adorn a retaining wall part of GO Transit’s Strachan Avenue Overpass work.

Strachan Illustrated: A Showcase of Community Art will showcase work by artists on the temporary wall lining the venue, north of East Liberty Street. Contributors include students from Niagara Street Junior Public School, Liberty Village BIA and Strachan House.

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We cordially invite you and your family to our upcoming COMPLIMENTARY event:

The TTC announced it has received the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ 2013 Sustainable Communities Award for its eco-friendly renovation work at Victoria Park station, which was completed in 2011.

The station now has a new bus bay, a green roof and more windows creating opportunities for natural lighting.

Chair Karen Stintz accepted the award at the TTC’s board meeting last week.

contraflow bike lanes approved Davenport MPP Jonah Schein, who had been seeking clarification from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, said he received confirmation

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Family Nature Walk WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m. WHERE: High Park Nature Centre, 440 Parkside Dr. CONTACT: 416-3921748, www.highparknaturecentre.com COST: $2/person or donate-what-you-can Photograph beautiful winter scenes in creative ways and learn about the nature as we hike the trails. Bring your own camera. Meet at High Park Nature Centre.

“Goose and Seuss” by Little Red Theatre WHEN: 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Emmanuel-Howard Park United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave. CONTACT: Megan Kallin, 416-536-1755, www.ehpunitedchurch.ca, hwrdprk@bellnet.ca COST: $5 Fundraising performance for the church. Suitable for ages three to 10 years.

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Free Children’s Concert with Splash ‘N Boots WHEN: 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Windermere United Church, 356 Windermere Ave. CONTACT: 416-798-4044, www.splashnboots.com COST: Free Perfect for families with kids one

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Palm Sunday: Windermere String Quartet WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to noon WHERE: St. Olave’s Anglican Church, 360 Windermere Ave. CONTACT: 416-769-5686, stolaves@stolaves.ca COST: Free Blessing and distribution of the Palms at 10:30 a.m. Service will feature music by the Windermere String Quartet.

Check out our complete online community calendar by visiting www.thevillager.ca. Read weeks of listings from your Bloor West Villager neighbourhoods as well as events from across Toronto. to seven years of age.

Junction Jam WHEN: 7 to 8 p.m. WHERE: St. John’s Anglican Church West Toronto, 288 Humberside Ave. CONTACT: Samantha Caravan, 416-763-2393 Join us for the inaugural Junction Jam, an evening of great music and quiet contemplation featuring award-winning jazz musicians Robi Botos on piano, Scott Alexander on bass, and Brian Barlow on drums.

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The Paper Bag Princess WHEN: 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Annette Street Library, 145 Annette St. CONTACT: 416-393-7692 COST: Free Enjoy a special puppet performance of the children’s book The Paper Bag Princess followed by fun and creative dragon crafts.

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St. Patrick’s Day Lunch WHEN: 12 to 2 p.m. WHERE: LA Centre for Active Living, 55 Rankin Cres. CONTACT: Nancy Beatty, 416-452-4530, nancy@ loyolaarrupecentre.com COST: Free Soup, salad, fish or sandwich.

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w Wednesday, March 13 Lenten Series: The Jesus Prayer WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. WHERE: St. Olave’s Anglican Church, 360 Windermere Ave. CONTACT: 416-769-5686, stolaves@ stolaves.ca COST: Free Evensong for Lent at 6 p.m., with light supper at 6:30 and an informal discussion from 7 to

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7:45 p.m. with David Burrows exploring the psychology of the Jesus Prayer: a clear call for mercy, widely esteemed in the Eastern churches.

“Sharkwater” Screening WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Annette Street Library, 145 Annette St. CONTACT: Peggy Nash, 416-769-5072, peggy.nash@ parl.gc.ca COST: Free A public screening of the film “Sharkwater” in support of Private Member’s Bill C-380, and act banning the import of shark fins to Canada.

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Miffy Puppet Show and Craft WHEN: 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Annette Street Library, 145 Annette St. CONTACT: 416-393-7692 COST: Free Enjoy a special puppet performance of Miffy. After the puppet show, learn how to make your very own rabbit finger puppet!

Community Solutions to Youth Violence WHEN: 6 to 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Four Villages CHC on Dundas, 3446 Dundas St. W. CONTACT: Christine, 416-427-9725, , 1rockcliffecommunity@gmail. com COST: Free Meeting to discuss youth violence trends. Look at ways to support and assist youth as a community. Hear from 12 Division police and local agencies

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Sales Representative

Lovely 3+1 bedroom bungalow in desirable West Deane Park.

416 234-2424 www.joeandmaria.com Tastefully renovated. Open concept living/dining w/crown mldgs, hardwood floors. Chef’s kitchen w/granite counters/island. Finished bsmt w/ in-law suite potential. Leafy family neighbourhood close Sutton Group - Old Mill to great schools, fantastic parks, shopping, TTC and major Realty Inc., Brokerage highways. Just move in and enjoy!! Offered at $667,000 Independently Owned and Operated www.16Antioch.com

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Sun-filled condo townhouse boasts hardwood floors throughout, open concept living/dining/kitchen with walk-out to balcony and large, private rooftop terrace with BBQ. Direct access into unit from built-in garage. Fabulous location close to subway, GO Train, Roncesvalles Village and Bloor West Village. Call the Margie “K” Team today.

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The Abbey Lofts. Simply Divine.

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330 ST. JOHNS ROAD 30’ X 111’ LOT IN DEMAND RUNNYMEDE-BLOOR WEST AREA. THIS BUNGALOW SITS ON A GENEROUS SIZE LOT WITH SECLUDED BACKYARD & WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO TTC, SUBWAY, THE TRENDY JUNCTION, BLOOR WEST VILLAGE & HIGH PARK! RENOVATE & MAKE THIS ONE YOUR OWN OR BUILD TO SUIT YOUR TASTE...THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS. 416-807-4149.

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High Park Lofts! Toronto’s first res. geothermal condo. Very bright S.E.. facing 688 s.f. 1 bedrm with balcony & gas bbq h/u. 1 car parking & locker. Wall of windows. Great location. 437 Roncesvalles Ave. $389K

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Frank Leo

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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!!

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Gorgeous Property 90’ x 143’ lot backing onto the Humber River & situated on quiet dead end street. Custom built 2 storey with addition & walkout bsmnt. Fabulous layout, granite countertop & floors, 5+1 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, finished basement with second kitchen ideal for entertaining or nanny suite, w/o to professionally landscaped lot with inground salt water pool, patio, deck, & spectacular ravine views.

Meticulously well maintained property offered at only $1,699,900!!

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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!!

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Spectacular totally renovated 2 storey! Modern kitchen with granite counter top, gleaming hardwood floors, gorgeous bathrooms, finished basement. New roof, windows & deck, 2 car Carport parking, stone & brick exterior, high demand Trinity Bellwoods area, walk to shops, restaurants, 24 hrs street car and much more only $875,000!!

VELLORE VILLAGE!!

Gorgeous Aspen Ridge Baltic Model. 4 bdrm Brick & Stone exterior interlock driveway, thousands spent on upgrades, cathedral ceiling, gleaming hardwood flrs, gas fireplace, main floor den, wrought iron railing, upgraded s/s appliances, master bdrm retreat, 5 pce ensuite, professionally landscaped, inground sprinklers, fabulous curb appeal only $827,900!!

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#1 in West and Central Toronto combined by units of listings sold for all Companies of all Brokers & Sales Representatives 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012 according to a study of MLS data prepared by an independent auditor of real estate statistics.

CLIENT’S CORNER! Dear Frank Leo, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all your efforts with regards to the sale of our home. As I’m sure you are aware buying and /or selling a home can be an exciting time but also a time of anxiety and stress. I can honestly say that you eliminated the anxiety and stress issues. You have a lovely sense of humour, you maintained a very professional demeanor and yet made us feel comfortable and at ease. I would certainly recommend your services to friends and family.

I would like to thank you for the certificate it was a nice last touch and a welcome surprise for us as well as your package with road maps, pens etc. You went the full nine yards and made us feel like winners. Thank you also for including our daughter Gabriela in the whole process. It made quite an impression on her. Who knows she may be working for you one day! Once again, we extend our thanks and appreciation for all you’ve done.

Thanks again, Paul and Maryanne and Gabriela

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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!!

GORGEOUS MILLWOOD MODEL!!

Stunning Heathwood built 4 bdrm 2 storey, huge principal rooms, Impressive family size kitchen, granite countertops, under cabinet lighting, s.s appl. double oven, main flrs. den, family room, & laundry rm, spacious Living & dining room master suite with 2 large w/i closets, 5 pc. ensuite, garage access door, the list goes on and on for this Milton Beauty! Only $799,900!!

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. $719,000

RENOVATED MASTERPIECE!!

Gorgeous custom built 2 stry, gleaming hardwood floor, open concept layout, granite countertop in large renovated family size kitchen, stainless steel appliances, w/o to large deck, oak staircase, spacious bdrms, renovated bath, separate entrance to finished bsmnt, ideal for in-law suite or entertaining, double garage/workshop with hydro, cable & phone, great location.

SOLD FAST FOR TOP $$$!!

HE R ANOTL D SO SOUTH ETOBICOKE BEAUTY!!

Gorgeous totally renovated 4+1 bedroom 2 storey, new kitchen, dark stained cabinets, s/s. appl., new bathrooms, new windows, roof, furnace, central air, and many upgrades. Shows spotless!! Finished basement, large yard, detached double garage, plenty of parking, located close to all conveniences, just minutes to downtown Toronto.

SOLD FAST FOR TOP $$$!!

HUMBERWOOD/HUMBERLINE!!

Totally renovated 4+1bdrm 2 storey, on a premium ravine lot overlookingtheHumberRiver,over$155Kspentonupgrades, custom kitchen,B/I appliances,Corian countertops,gleaming hardwood flrs., professionally finished basement with w/o, ideal for entertaining or in-law suite, 2 gas fireplaces, 4 baths, 4 w/o, deck, pattern concrete patio, and many extras for only $699,900!!

QUIET COURT LOCATION!

Executive 4+2 bedroom detached 2 storey with walkout basement. Backs onto greenbelt and is situated on a premium lot. 9ft ceilings, fabulous open concept layout, gas fireplace, fabulous family sized kitchen, s/s appliances, w/o deck.

Separate entrance to finished basement ideal for in-law suite.

Mavis & Steeles location only $629,900. Must be Seen!!

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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!!

HEART LAKE EAST!!

Large 4+1bdrm 2 storey in Sandlewood / Richvale area!

Family size kitchen, marble floors & counter tops, centre island, combined living and dining room, family room with fireplace, laminate floors, large master bedroom, 4 pc ensuite & w/o closet, finished basement rec. room, located close to all conveniences for $469,000!!

JANE & RUTHERFORD!!

Fabulous luxury condo, great location, 1+1 bdrm, updated kitchen, S. S. Appliances, granite countertop, undermount sink, upgraded ceramic, gleaming hardwood flrs, large combined living and dining rm, W/0 to balcony with view of the creek & courtyard, 24 hr concierge, and fantastic facilities for only $349,900!!

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!!

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LUXURY 5 LEVEL!!

Attention builders, rarely offered 53’x 100’ building lot in Long Branch south of Lakeshore Blvd, lot value only, sold as is, build your dream home, great location close to all conveniences just minutes to downtown Toronto for only $598,000!!

Situated on a premium 52’ lot, double door entry, hardwood floor, 2 skylights, w/o to deck & patio, separate side entrance to finished basement ideal for entertaining or in-law suite, renovated gorgeous bathrooms, Jacuzzi soaker tub, separate shower, double garage & drive, walk to William Osler Hospital & Humber College only $529,900!!

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DORSET PARK!!

Immaculate detached 3bdrm sidesplit, on a premium 53’ lot, mature tree lined street, fabulous Kennedy & Lawrence area. Spacious open concept living room, formal dining room, finished basement, ideal for entertaining, + workshop/possible 4thbdrm, beautiful landscaped lot, detached garage, long private drive, and many extras.

SOLD FAST FOR TOP $$$!!

SIMPLY STUNNING!!

Renovated 3bdrm 2stry freehold co-op , open concept living and dining room, gleaming hardwood floors, beautiful modern kitchen, finished basement, two full baths, great location close to all conveniences for only $310,000!!

PREMIUM 50’ X 110’ LOT!!

Fabulous 4+1bdrm detached bungalow on a quiet crescent, renovated kitchen, renovated bathroom, large open concept living and dining rm, finished basement ideal for entertaining or possible in-law suite, long private drive large double car port and many extras!!

SOLD FAST FOR TOP $$$!!

THE JAMES CLUB!!

Prime Kingsway / Edenbridge neighbourhood.

Fabulous layout, 1+1 bedroom suite, open concept living and dining rm, w/o to private balcony / terrace, thousands spent on upgrades, granite countertop, breakfast bar, high ceilings, steps to transit, Humbertown Plaza, & amenities only $308,900!!

Fabulous 3bdrm detached 2 storey, beautifully finished thruout, gleaming hardwood flrs, spacious open concept layout, finished bsmnt, with 2nd kitchen, large rec rm, professionally landscaped lot, custom deck, pond, interlock, French curbs, wrought iron gate, and many extras located close to park, school, Vaughan Mills, must be seen for $529,900!!

ATTENTION BUILDERS!!

Prime South Etobicoke opportunity, great land value for 25’ x 133’ lot, build your dream home, great location, close to all conveniences, just minutes to downtown Toronto for only $438,000!!

FABULOUS PORT ROYAL PLACE!!

Spacious 2 bedroom corner suite, thousands spent on upgrades, gorgeous upgraded kitchen, open concept living and dining room, gleaming hrdwd flrs, W/O to large balcony, ensuite laundry, 24 hr security, great location close to Islington Subway, Islington Village, restaurants, shops, schools and much more just minutes to downtown Toronto or the airport, shows amazing, for only $299,900!!

THE VICTORIAN!

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Rare opportunity! 2 bdrm, 2 full washrooms, main floor unit, located close to Humber College, Woodbine Centre, & Etobicoke General Hospital.

Well maintained & managed building, ensuite laundry, 2 parking spots, Concierge and many amenities for only $243,900!!

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 PreConstruction price $698,000 Detached Luxury homes Pre Construction prices $798,000

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Fully Renovated 2bdrm unit, gorgeous open concept layout, gleaming hardwood floors, w/o to balcony, renovated gourmet kitchen with centre island & granite countertops, renovated bath rm, exquisite attention to detail, shows 10+++. Great central location close to all conveniences, ensuite laundry and locker plus many extras for only $199,900!!

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Excellent location near Airport Rd. and William Parkway, close to all major Hwys, 900 sq ft of office space & 2300+ sq ft of Industrial space, previously used for garment manufacturing, zoning allows for mixed use, clean office area with reception and board room, must be seen $415,000!!

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$679,900 Raised 3 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms Bungalow. New Hardwood Fl, Windows & Doors. Lux Bath W/ Jacuzzi. Gourmet Kitchen W/Granite Counters & St. St. Appliances. Huge Fin Basement W/ Fireplace, Sauna & Bath.

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Large Store Front. Lot 25 Ft X 115 Ft. Main Floor & Basement Tenanted. 2nd Fl Large 2 Bedroom Apartment is Vacant. Newer Roof & Furnace. Some New Windows & Drs. Great Investment Building Near 30th Street In Long Branch Area.

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bwatts@insidetoronto.com The Real Estate team at Metroland Media Toronto includes Zoie Tassone (left), Brian Watts (right) and Jennifer Kopaz, Regional Advertising Manger (Centre)

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THE ABBEY LOFTS! 384 SUNNYSIDE AVE # 202 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 2-4 PM A divine inspiration of loft living. 1,860 s.f. consisting of 3 bed room and 3 washrooms in this beautiful limestone church built in 1910. Just a magnificent layout and features such as limestone walls, arched stained glass windows, beamed ceilings all blended with beautiful and tasteful contemporary features.

The property is located across

from Howard Public School with French Immersion. The location has a 97% rating for walking and 100% for public transit. You will not find another space like it. It has a medieval feel that is expansive but also very cozy as a living space. It is a South - East exposure and wonderful light. There is one underground parking spot and 2 bike racks

included. The Home of the Week is being offered for $969,000 by Bill Mohan, Sales Representative, Sutton Group Realty Systems Inc., Brokerage 416-762-4200 www.BillMohan.com

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Students dig back to 1890 when school first opened >>>from page 1 It’s one thing to dig up these tidbits from the past, it’s a whole other ball game to have to condense them into just 140 characters, but that’s part of the challenge of English and IT teacher Christopher Higgins’ Twitter Project.

“It’s been a really evolving process,” said Higgins on a Thursday morning in his classroom while his students busily gathered research

and tweeted on their Blackberry PlayBooks and desktop computers.

“When I started this project, I didn’t know where it would go. What I want them to do is, start with our students and school, but make a connection to the world.”

The teens are gathering information from Swansea P.S. archives and the Toronto Star’s Pages of the Past online archive, among other resources. “One really cool thing is

the old student record cards from about the ‘20s to the ‘40s. One index card contains personal info, marks for each and medical details on the back,” said Higgins. “They’re great for cross-referencing with photos that have names indicated.”

The culmination of the Twitter Project will be a presentation by each group to the public during Education Week in May (a date has yet to be finalized).

Bl r West Buddies Ask The Expert

walk my dog Rugger through Q AsthisI sloppy wet weather as the temperature starts to climb, I wonder if there are any illnesses that Rugger might catch in this kind of season. Are there any vaccines you’d recommend for the mild wet weather?

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Dear Moistin, When we think of the wet seasons like spring and fall, leptospirosis is an illness that we feel all dog owners should be aware of. Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that is spread through the urine of infected animals, with raccoons being the most common carriers. Dogs can catch this disease through contact with the urine directly or from water or soil that has been urine con-

taminated. This includes drinking, swimming or walking through contaminated water (ex puddles or wet grass). Signs of Leptospirosis often occur two to 14 days after exposure and include vomiting, anorexia, lethargy, fever and muscle pain. Leptospirosis affects the kidneys and liver and hits them quickly and aggressively.

Diagnosis can be made through a blood test. Treatment consists of intravenous fluids and antibiotics, but due to the fierce nature of this disease, these poor animals are truly fighting for their lives and often end up succumbing to the disease or ending up with permanent kidney failure. This disease can also affect humans in a similar way.

We have seen a few cases over the last couple of years, with each case being a local dog with no travel history. Therefore, we know that some raccoons in Bloor West are carrying the disease. Fortunately, a vaccine is available. Based on this, we are

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Dr. Lioudmila (Lucy) Lavrov, DDS Dentist Dr. O.K. Dental Center

Dr. Lucy Lavrov was born in Siberia, Russia. She graduatedin1988fromtheOmskMedicalInstitute Faculty of Dentistry with high distinction. In 2000 Dr. Lavrov attended a program for foreign trained dentists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel. In 2010 she graduated from the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry.

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Success and excellence in clinical care starts with excellent leadership. Meet Dr. Natalie Archer who is leading the way for Ontarians to receive dentistry and specialized services in Canada’s highest accreditation hospital, the Runnymede Healthcare Centre.

A strong advocate of academic excellence, she herself was Valedictorian of her graduating Dalhousie class. She has broken the glass ceiling amongst Ontario dentists in being the youngest elected dentist to the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). Having been the third elected woman dentist in over 135 years, she is most notably known for her convention breaking work as the past Vice-President for the RCDSO, whose primary objective is to protect the public of Ontario. Dr. Archer is also being quickly called upon as an expert in Elder dental care and frequently has spoken at conferences related to care for the elderly, including the Canadian Conference on Elder Law and has been invited by a variety of politicians and television and media channels to offer opinions related to geriatric oral health.

Dr. Archer is very innovative in her leadership approach to best practices in dental. Having practiced mobile Geriatric Dentistry throughout Ontario in over 135 Long Term Care facilities, nursing homes, hospitals and independent residences she created the state- of- the- art facility, Runnymede Dental Centre (RDC). This unique cutting edge clinic provides patient centered care for the unique needs of the community. Dr. Archer is taking the lead for breaking barriers to care and created a shuttle service for patients with special requirements. Hoyer wheelchair lifts and air compressed dental chairs in each operatory successfully allow persons in wheelchairs to easily get in and out of the dental chair.

As CEO and Founder of Runnymede Dental Centre and the 2012 recipient of the Gold Award Winner for her Best Dental Clinic in Toronto Dr. Archer’s passion, persistence for excellence and patient-centred care to Canada’s fastest growing demographic, Seniors, is leading the way for comprehensive, preventative and specialized care to the community at large.

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Rhonda Roberts Smid is the visionary behind TAB Fitness; a performer of stage and screen, fitness trainer, university instructor, and active BWV mom. She’s been dancing for over 36 years and has appeared in Tony® Award-Winning and Oscar® Winning productions and many other stage and screen shows.

Just over a year ago, Rhonda brought her unique experience to TAB (The Art of Balance).

ything but typical. Its classes Her studio is anything include dance-imbued cardio, muscular conditioning, balance and flexibility that often draw from ballet, jazz and hip hop. Best of all, the classes have been carefully designed for the unique lifestyle and busy schedules we have here in Bloor West.

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Dr. Caroline Oczachowski Family Physician Dr. O.K. Medical Center Dr. Oczachowski grew up in nearby Windsor, ON and attended Poznan University of Medical Sciences in her family’s home country of Poland.

She then completed a three year preventive and family medicine residency at Emory University in Atlanta Georgia, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year.

Dr. Oczachowski loves the full scope that is family medicine and has particular interests that include

women’s health, prevention and integrative medicine. Throughout her training, she had the privilege to work and study in various countries including Brazil, Taiwan and Thailand to learn various health systems and practices to better care for a multicultural population.

She has now been with Dr. O. K. Medical Center team for a couple of months and is still currently accepting new patients.

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Groomer/Owner PetAgree Professional Grooming Armed with a deep love for animals, Linda Kilpatrick started PetAgree after taking a yearlong grooming course in Brampton, Ont. Linda initially worked in veterinary hospitals and pet stores as the in-house groomer which provided a hands on experience and a solid foundation.

Over the years, Linda has kept up to date with the current demands of professional grooming through joining associations, courses and by

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completing certificates and diplomas.

Linda has won many awards from grooming contests and was recognized in the Villagers Readers’Choice awards, as well as the Pawsway at Harbourfront.

Linda’s goal is to provide affordable services that will delight the pet owner and make your pet as comfortable as possible.

Linda invites you to stop by with your pet for a caring, professional groom.

Evelyn Brett MCSP, MCPA, Chartered Registered Physiotherapist, is widely credited as shaping the way Physiotherapy is practised in Ontario today. Evelyn is the founder and director of Bloor West, & High Park Physiotherapy, Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics.

Established for over 50 years this centre is the largest and most renowned independent Physiotherapy and Orthopaedic Rehab centre in Ontario, boasting a full time multidisciplinary team of over 35 professionals.

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for the profession led ed to her appointment as Head Physiotherapist at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Evelyn later established the Bloor West Physiotherapy, Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Centre. Evelyn has had a long and distinguished career having been a National Examiner for graduating Physiotherapists in Canada, a member of the Board of Directors of the Humber River Regional Hospital, and in 2009 was honoured to be one of 25 Canadian Physiotherapists selected to take part in a Canadian humanitarian mission to war torn and post genocide Rwanda.

Dr. Olena Klipitch, DDS

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Dr. Olena Klipitch was born in Lviv, Ukraine. She earned her Doctor of Dentistry Degree in 1993 from the IvanoFrankivsk National Medical University in Ukraine. After immigrating to Canada, Dr. Klipitch was accepted to the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at the UniversityofWesternOntarioandobtainedherDoctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2004.

Dr. Klipitch strives to continually stay abreast current therapies and knowledge. She participates actively in

Dr. N. Carcea graduated with honors from the Moldova State University of Medicine and Pharmacy. After completing her Master’s in Restorative Dentistry, and laterreceivingherPhDatthesameuniversity,shejoined the N.Testemitanu’s Faculty of Dentistry teaching staff.

In 2010 Dr. Carcea graduated from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Dentistry with a degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery. Over the last 18 years she has enjoyed all aspects of general dentistry including

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continuing education and is dedicated to the newest advancements in cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Klipitch offers multiple treatments including crowns/bridges, implants, and Invisalign. She uses only the most modern, proven techniques to create magnificent smiles. She is a member of the Ontario Dental Association, Canadian Dental Association, Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, and The American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

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Family Physician Dr. O.K. Medical Center

Owners Latitude 44 Gallery Framing Decor With more than 25 years of retail and corporate framing experience, Janet and Mary Ann have owned and operated Latitude 44 Gallery Framing and Décor a full service custom framing shop and gallery nestled in the thriving Junction neighbourhood. As professional picture framers they offer an extensive choice of framing materials and will consult with you to bring beautiful designs with great quality to provide an element of individuality

eating healthy beautiful smiles. dental implants creating She is fluent and can communicate with patients in English, Ukrainian, Romanian and Russian to suit the modern Ontario environment.

Dr. Carcea is a member of the Ontario Dental Association, Canadian Dental Association, the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

to your home and workspace. orkspace. They also offer a discerning selection of décor.

Janet and Mary Ann are dedicated to art, showcasing, supporting and promoting both emerging and established Canadian artists.

Community driven, they are proud and happy to be part of and support the Junction community, hosting as well as sponsoring events and fundraisers on an ongoing basis.

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Dr. Arta Bedaj is a family physician that graduated from the 2009 Family Medicine residency program at the University of Manitoba. At that time she obtained her CCFP from the College of Family Physicians. Her special interests include women’s and children’s health.

Offering her patients only the most advanced

cosmetic procedures she has undergone extensive training in cosmetic and rejuvenation therapies. Dr. Bedaj is dedicated to educating patients about prevention, and is devoted to teaching medical students and residents. Dr. Bedaj is still accepting a limited amount of new patients.

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City crews will be out in double the usual numbers this week to patch and repair potholes on Toronto’s streets.

Nearly 100 personnel (or 25 to 30 crews) will be out on the streets this week and in the coming weeks, the chair of the city’s Public Works and Infrastructure Committee announced last week.

“With the freeze-thaw

cycles that have taken place this past winter, there is always an increase in the number of potholes on our roads,” Don Valley East Councillor Denzil Minnan-Wong said in a statement late last week. “Our crews work hard throughout the winter, when not involved in snow operations, to fix potholes in order to prevent the situation from worsening in

the spring.”

Over the last three years, the City of Toronto has repaired an average of 200,000 potholes per year at a cost of about $25 per pothole.

Bloor West Villager photographer Ian Kelso hit this fourinch deep pot hole on Kipling Avenue just south of Birmingham earlier this year.

City crews will be out in double the usual numbers this week to patch and repair p o t h o l e s o n To r o n t o ’s streets.

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Residents are asked to call 311 to report potholes, so that crews can be assigned to fix them.

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To Former Clients of the Late Diana Caryn Dzwiekowski Barrister & Solicitor 260 Willard Ave, Toronto The Law Society of Upper Canada is the Trustee of Ms Dzwiekowski’s law practice.

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Master Electrician

(416) 723-1169

Specializing in removal of Knob & Tube & Electrical upgrades.

ECRA/ESA Lic.#7006706

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ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

(416) 234-9006

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Pot lights Service upgrades Breakers/Panels FREE ESTIMATES

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Arauco Silva Electric Services ⚡ ECRA/ESA Lic#7000447

Residential ⚡ Commercial

KNOB AND TUBE REMOVAL VERY CLEAN ⚡ WALL REPAIR SERVICE UPGRADE

Call Arauco 416-522-2116

Auburn Plumbing Inc. Metro Lic# P1538

For all your plumbing needs

• New Work • Replacement, Repairs and Renovations - Faucets, Sinks & Toilets • High Pressure Flushing • Camera Inspection and Pipe Locating • Lead & Galvanized Piping • Plugged Drains & Backed-Up Sewers Quality and Service at Our Best

Call for a FREE estimate (416) 738-0274

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18,587

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