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DAVID NICKLE dnickle@insidetoronto.com Skating on the sometimes dangerous surface of Grenadier Pond could become legal when it freezes a year from now, but skaters will do so at their own risk, and only be warned to stay off the ice when city staff are certain it will break under their weight.

That is the recommendation from the city’s Parks and Environment Committee, as members considered various plans for dealing with the popular skating spot.

While city staff have maintained for more than a decade the ice on the pond in High Park is not safe enough for skating, during last winter’s deep freeze hundreds of skaters defied a no-skating bylaw and took to the ice anyway. >>>red, page 11

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costume creations: Dragonfly Designs' Krista Goddard sets up her mannequin during the Roncy Yule Market held Saturday at the Camaraderie Artisan Market. The market continues again on Saturday, Dec. 19 and Sunday, Dec. 20 from 10 to 6 p.m. See more photos from the event on page 3.

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It was a homecoming of sorts, Toronto Police Chief Mark Saunders told the audience at

a community safety forum at Joseph J. Piccininni Community Centre Monday.

Toronto’s top cop joined senior officers from 11, 12 and 13 divisions for the forum.

Saunders was once commander of 12 Division. It was hosted by Davenport Councillor Cesar Palacio and attended by newly elected Davenport MP Julie Dzerowicz.

“(Last year this time former) chief Bill Blair was in my position now and some of the leaders here were in my position,” he told the dozens of community members who attended

the safety town hall.

“Toronto is still the safest urban city in North America to live,” said Saunders, who was appointed chief of police >>>police, page 6

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When Taylum needed his kidneys removed, his entire life was put on pause.

Waking up in the comfort of his own bed. Paused.

Taking a bubble bath at home. Paused.

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Syrian culture, cuisine featured at fundraiser Discuss andrew palamarchuk apalamarchuk@insidetoronto.com An evening that will showcase Syrian culture and cuisine aims to raise $70,000 to resettle two refugee families from the war-torn country to Toronto’s St. Clair West neighbourhood.

Three friends decided to do their part to help Syrian refugees after the photo of Alan Kurdi, the threeyear-old Syrian boy who drowned in the Mediterranean Sea, made international headlines.

“We felt compelled to do our part, and we at first thought we were going to do just a small event,” Inna Gertsberg said. “Then we thought this could be bigger. We can actually raise enough funds to sponsor a family or two and make a greater impact.”

More than 400 people are expected to attend the fundraiser dubbed Supper with Syria, which takes place 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29 at Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St.

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Inna Gertsberg (left), Lara Zahabi and Sang Kim are organizing the Supper with Syria fundraiser in an effort to sponsor Syrian refugees.

Gertsberg said the event will expose the side of Syria that doesn’t make the news: its culture, its food “and everything else that Syria was for thousands of years.”

Also organizing the dinner are restaurateur Sang Kim and Lara Zahabi, a physician and global health researcher who was born in Lebanon to a Syrian family.

“Syrians are fiercely proud people about not only their culture, but their culinary,” Kim said. “It’s the kind of cuisine that invites strangers into their home, invites people to sit around. You’re never eating just for yourself.”

As part of the event, several Syrian chefs will prepare traditional Syrian dishes while their Canadian coun-

terparts will create complimentary ones.

“It’s a roving style so guests will be going from station to station to get samples of each of the dishes,” Kim said.

The dinner will also feature Syrian music and a silent auction of Syrian artifacts and jewelry.

Zahabi emphasized the name of the event, Supper with Syria. “This is not Supper for Syria,” she said, noting “Syrians are not the objects of charity anymore. Let’s create friendships here. Let’s create brotherhood.”

The group has been told that the two Syrian families could arrive as early as May. As core sponsors, the group would be responsible for supporting the families financially during their first year in Canada.

According to World Vision, 12 million Syrians have fled their homes because of the conflict.

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For more information on the event or for tickets, which cost $75, visit www. supperwithsyria.org or email info@ supperwithsyria.org

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High Park Zoo plan The Friends of High Park Zoo, a community and volunteer driven organization, have launched an initiative to enhance and sustain the zoo.

The High Park Zoo Master Plan initiative is in conjunction with the city’s Parks, Forestry and Recreation department, “We want to come up with a vision for what the zoo can be,” landscape architect Brent Raymond of the firm DTAH, said at a recent meeting. “We want to talk about the possibilities.”

A Master Plan is a tool to help implement a vision and used as a fundraising tool.

The Master Plan will be defined within a relatively short period of three months because it will coincide with the reconstruction of Deer Pen Road – the public access to the zoo pens.

A Master Plan meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m., at the Forest School, located at the Bloor Street main entrance to the park.

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at market: Emilia Ziemba, above, finds a unicorn during the Roncy Yule Market held Saturday at the Camaraderie Artisan Market. At right, Jo’s Moon Handmade Creations’ Iolanda Papisca hangs necklaces. The Roncy Yuke Market returns to Camaraderie Artisan Market, 2241 Dundas St. W. Saturday, Dec. 19 and Sunday, Dec. 20.

The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train rolls into the CP Lambton Yard, Monday at 7:30 p.m.

The Holiday Train will feature performances by Devin Cuddy, Kelly Prescott and the Holiday Train Band.

Help make a difference in the community by bringing cash or a non-perishable food donation to benefit the Daily Bread Food Bank.

To find out more, visit cpr.ca or contact Parkdale-High Park Councillor Sarah Doucette at 416392-4072.

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he Toronto Transit Commission’s board is on the right track when it comes to the balanced approach it decided to take this week regarding fare increases.

At its meeting, the board voted to increase cash fares for adults by 25 cents, up to $3.25, and to increase the price of an adult token to $2.90. Considering one can literally ride the TTC the entire length and breadth of Toronto for that price, it’s a more than reasonable cost.

At the same time, the board wisely decided not to increase the cost of the Metropass, which now goes for $141.50. The monthly pass offers unlimited rides. It is a valuable item based on the service it provides, but its cost is high relative to other North American cities and it has been the chosen route for our view fare hikes for too long.

TTC board chair Josh Colle There’s a cost summed it up well when he said the system cannot rely on to pay for Metropass users as an “endless well of money.” It also doesn’t good transit hurt to reward the loyalty of those who use the TTC multiple times every day.

The cash fare and token fee hikes only apply to adult fares. The TTC will keep fares for seniors and students where they are, at $2 cash and $1.95 for tokens, which is a good decision. And, of course, due to a decision by city council last year championed by Mayor John Tory, children under 12 ride the system for free.

This is all part of having a grown-up transit system in Toronto. The whining that takes place every time a fare increase is mentioned is unreasonable. There’s a price for good transit, and part of that must be paid by those who use the service.

That being said, all city taxpayers must continue to pay for the TTC whether they ride it or prefer to drive their cars or use their bikes. Property taxpayers can’t be complaining about the cost of building infrastructure if they want to continue living in one of the best cities in the world.

However, that does not let the federal and provincial governments off the hook when it comes to funding an essential service in Canada’s largest city.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made some big promises along those lines during the election campaign, and we expect him to honour them.

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Road to transit parity barely a ‘goat-path’ John Tory often talks a bit of sense – and he did so on Monday when asked what he thought about the thenimminent fare hike under debate at the Toronto Transit Commission.

“I believe fares should be adjusted for every year because the cost of running the system goes up and we have to maintain the financial viability,” said the mayor.

“I think it’s fair that those who use the system pay their share of the cost.”

This raised some eyebrows, if only because Tory had made some hay during the election and earlier this year in freezing transit fares, for 2014.

That he seemed fine with a 25-cent hike on the cash fare and a 10-cent hike on tokens... well that seemed a reversal.

Of course, Tory had only made the promise for 2014, and made it clear he never intended there be fare freezes all the way

david nickle the city down. And his position, that as costs to deliver a service increase so should the cost to the user, is as sensible as is his notion that services as they stand shouldn’t be cut.

Service should be reliable, and books should be balanced.

So far so good.

It is a shame, as my colleague Rahul Gupta remarked during the debate at the TTC, that the mayor couldn’t take the same even-handed approach to other matters of transportation financing, such as road tolls.

It’s a shame, sure, but it’s also an immovable factor in the politics of mobility, the disparity between the privileges of drivers and transit users respectively.

The latter occupy the bottom end of things.

Since the provincial government stopped funding operating costs for the Toronto Transit Commission, an uneasy balance of property taxpayers and transit users have been covering the cost of getting around to a greater and greater degree.

Fares rise every year or so, and service fluctuates too, and when service drops and fares rise, a portion of those transit riders who can afford to, use their cars more. The rest... well they get used to disappointment.

Drivers, on the other hand, are the demographic of choice, particularly for more conservative politicians, but not limited to that.

After the 2010 municipal election, politicians from across the political spectrum voted to shut down the vehicle registration tax along with then-mayor Rob Ford. Attempts to put a bike lane on Jarvis Street were similarly squashed.

And when Tory was elected, one of the first things he did was take immediate action to battle one of the few remaining irritants to the pampered driver: downtown traffic congestion in the presence of construction.

So while it would be sensible to look at revenue tools such as modest road tolls to help fund, for instance, the maintenance and reconstruction of the Gardiner Expressway, or more sensibly still, road decongesting public transit, the road to that solution is barely a goat-path these days.

Still, baby steps are better than none: and if a mayor can recognize decent public service requires a decent amount of revenue, well, that is at least a very tiny step in the right direction.

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Rhythm & Motion Dance Studio presents its 20th anniversary gala Saturday, Nov. 28 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Dovercourt House, 805 Dovercourt Rd. on the second floor.

There will be live tango music by the Payadora Tango Ensemble, a cash bar, hors d’oeuvres and prizes.

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Baka Gallery Cafe, 2256 Bloor St. W., hosts its annual art and music

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King George School, 25 Rexford Rd., hosts a craft show and business fair, Saturday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be crafts, clothing, toys, bath and body products and more, as well as a range of local businesses. There will also be a bake sale and student crafters selling their creations.

Funds will go toward arts programming at the school.

Admission costs $2 per person, $5 per family or pay what you can.

Contact kgcraftshow@gmail. com for details.

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The Healey Willan Singers present The Colours of Christmas at the Church of St. Martins in-the-Fields, 151 Glenlake Ave., Sunday, Nov. 29 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

The concert features Nicola Popora’s Magnificat and other music to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season.

Admission costs $20 (adults) and $15 (seniors/students).

Cash only. For more information, call 416-519-0528, email healeywillansingers@yahoo.ca or visit www.healeywillansingers.com Historical society meets wSwansea

The Swansea Historical Society hosts its monthly meeting Wednesday, Dec. 2 at the Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave., from 7:30 until 9 p.m.

Speaker Neil Brochu presents ‘Behind the Scenes at the City of Toronto’s Collections and Conservation Centre.’

For details, visit www.swanseatownhall.ca/sth/?p=384

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She was Lord Byron’s daughter. She was fascinated by mathematics and technology.

And, working with some of the great scientists of her day, she became the first person in an 1843 paper to articulate the concept of computer programming that would come to fruition a century later.

Ada Byron Lovelace is the first in a long line of “hackers, geniuses and geeks” who created the digital revolution, described by Steve Jobs biographer Walter Isaacson in his latest book The Innovators.

The Revue Cinema, 400 Roncesvalles Ave., is celebrating her 200th birthday with a documentary film, To Dream Tomorrow, and discussion Sunday, Dec. 6 at 3:30 p.m.

Tickets cost $13 at the door.

The film focuses on Ada’s collaboration with Charles Babbage, a mathematician working on a calculating machine.

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Police brass update residents on issues, listen to concerns >>>from page 1 in April. “No matter what the naysayers say, it’s still the city of choice to live in, according to reputable magazines.”

Saunders, who said he “understands the importance of listening to each other,” wanted to devote as much time as possible listening to residents’ issues.

Yet, before the question and answer period, superintendents from each division presented an overall look at what’s been happening crime-wise in their and other neighbourhoods.

Looking at the seven major crime indicators – assaults, sexual assaults, robbery, break and enters, auto thefts, theft over $5,000 and murder ­– 13 Division’s Insp. Anil Anand said his division has seen a progressive decline in most categories. The incidents of break and enters have remained stable, while incidents of car thefts have increased by five per cent.

There has been one murder within 13 Division, which Anand said he wasn’t at liberty to discuss.

“The information we’ve received from you folks (has) made a difference,” Anand said, crediting residents for their vigilance.

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Toronto Police Chief Mark Saunders, right, 11 Division Supt. Heinz Kuck, 12 Division Insp. Reuben Stroble and Davenport Councillor Cesar Palacio speak to residents during a town hall meeting at the Joseph J. Piccininni Community Centre on Monday.

Insp. Reuben Stroble of 12 Division thanked everyone for attending the safety forum, acknowledging people lead busy lives.

“We’re doing really well in 12 Division. We’re addressing your concerns,” he said. “Every week, we have a divisional crime meeting when we look at the problems in each neighbourhood and decide what we can do to address those issues and develop strategies.”

There have been four homicides

within 12 Division this year, one of which happened in Davenport. It was domestic-related, Stroble said, and solved that day.

“There is no worry for you as a community,” he said.

There has been as many as 24 shootings in 12 Division, but none in the Davenport area: “Your community is doing very well.”

There is an old proverb that says, ‘It takes a village to raise a child.’

Supt. Heinz Kuck of 11 Division cited

that phrase, pointing out everyone in the community is part of this united village.

“We have to work collectively to keep our children safe,” said Kuck, a father himself. “We have to form partnerships – we’ll do our part, you’ve got to do your part.”

Kuck said 11 Division officers works hard to nurture relationships within its communities. He cited the recent sleep-out on the station’s front lawn, which brought together officers, members of the Community Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) and residents. Its purpose was to experience, vicariously, the hardships of the homeless. The initiative not only collected more than 3,000 pounds of winter clothing for the homeless, but brought Saunders out in solidarity.

“Low and behold, he was wearing his pajamas – flannel,” Kuck said, garnering laughs from the audience.

“Twenty-four hours earlier, he was at the Chief of Police gala.”

There have been two homicides this year so far in 11 Division, Const.

Rob Tajti, its crime analyst, said, one of which has been solved. There were three sexual assaults in High Park, which the division responded to with an “all hands on deck” approach.

Plainclothes officers descended upon the park as did foot and bike patrol officers.

“The offender was arrested and is currently awaiting trial,” Tajti said.

Two weeks ago, a fourth bank was robbed in a series – two in 11 Division and two in 14 Division. The suspects were apprehended trying to escape in a cab, Tajti said.

Irwin Patterson, a resident and member of the CPLC, told Saunders his concern for the cyclists and pedestrians who don’t obey traffic signals and stop signs.

“We’ve got to educate the people,” he said.

Saunders pointed out that as a pedestrian or cyclist, even though they might have the right of way, doesn’t mean it’s safe.

“Every person should check first before proceeding,” he said.

Members of the St. Clair Gardens Business Improvement Area shared concerns about certain bars that are open late, leave doors open and disrupt residents who live nearby.

Palacio said that a number of inspections by both police and the city’s Municipal Licensing and Standards Committee have been undertaken and some charges have been laid.

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Junction Seniors Gathering WHEN: 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Pascal’s Baguette & Bagels, 2904 Dundas St. W. CONTACT: Eleanor Batchelder, 647-235-0843, www.junctionra.ca/ junction-seniors/, eob62@yahoo.com COST: Free Group meets twice a week at a coffee shop for conversation, as a social network of neighbours. Tuesdays at Agora Cafe, 3015 Dundas St. W., from 10 to 11 a.m.

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Silent Art Auction and Live Entertainment WHEN: 6:30 to 10 p.m. WHERE: Baka Gallery and Cafe, 2256 Bloor St. W. CONTACT: Zolen Georgievska, promotekidshealth@yahoo.com COST: Free Local art, entertainment with Ron Manfield, raffle, cash bar and more.

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Santa Checks His Reindeer at High Park Zoo WHEN: 2 to 5 p.m. WHERE: High Park Zoo, Deer Pen Road CONTACT: diana teal, info@highpark.org COST: Free High Park Christmas Celebrations happen 2 to 5:30 p.m. Santa checks his reindeer at the Reindeer Pen from 2 to 3 p.m. plus activities at Grena-

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Yoga for Seniors - With Chair WHEN: 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavina Ave. CONTACT: Swansea Area Seniors Association, 416-392-1953, swanseaareaseniors@gmail.com COST: $50 for 5 sessions Instructor-led one hour sessions are good for flexibility, strength and balance.

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Swansea Historical Society Meeting WHEN: 7:30 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. CONTACT: 647-859-3901, swancnews@gmail.com COST: Free Speaker Neil Brochu talks about Behind the Scenes at the City of Toronto’s Collections & Conservation Centre.

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Pa r k d a l e - H i g h Pa r k Councillor Sarah Doucette urged her colleagues to take the least expensive option on the table, that would see the city simply test the ice for

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“If the ice there is not safe it will be a red flag. If it is safe it will be a yellow flag and it will say use at your own risk,” Doucette said.

“It’s all about liability for the city. I understand that, but I also understand that for 100 years people are going to skate on the pond and they’re

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Doucette has asked city staff to include the $50,000 annual cost of the plan into next year’s budget. That means it will be too late for the system to be in place this winter season, but should be up and running for the next.

And when that happens, skaters will still have to clear the ice themselves.

The $50,000 budget doesn’t include any money for snow clearing or ice surface maintenance.

Council must still approve the start of the plan at its December meeting, but ultimately it will be decided in the winter as council debates next year’s budget.

In the meantime, it is still illegal to skate on Grenadier Pond.

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“Canadians want us to do it right and if it takes a little longer to do it right we should take that time,” he said.

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Power of Sale, Approx. 3,000 Sq Ft Plus Finished Bsmt, 4+1 Bedroom 2 Storey, Spacious Principle Rooms, Main Flr Family Room, Premium Lot, Inground Pool, Demand Neighbourhood, Amazing Value!

Only $869,900!

vELLORE vILLAGE SUPER vALUE!

Spacious 4+1 Bdrm 2 Storey Masterpiece With Premium Finishes. Exceptional Craftsmanship, Open Concept Layout, Crown Molding ,Pot lights, Hardwood Floors, Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counter Tops, Marble Floor, S/S Appliances, Master Bdrm Retreat, Luxurious Ensuite, W/I Closet, Prof Finished Basement, Ideal For Entertaining Or Nanny Suite.

Close to all amenities, Steps to Vaughan Mills, Transit, Go, School, Future Subway & Hospital. Simply Must be seen!

Amazing Value! Only $699,000!!

JUNCTION DUPLEX!!

Amazing Detached 2 Storey Located In The Junction Triangle!! Very Well Maintained 3+1 Bedroom, Great Curb Appeal, Perfect Turnkey Investment Property, Can Easily Be Converted Back To A Large Single Family Home. Many Recent Updates. 2-Car Garage With B/I Storage. Finished Basement W/ Separate Entrance. Private Backyard!

Incredible Opportunity – Won’t Last!! Only $849,900!!

RIvER OAKS OAKvILLE

Fabulous Opportunity, Detached 3 Bedroom 2 Storey, Quality Built, Large Foyer, Oak Staircase, Large Kitchen, Ceramic Floor, Open Concept Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Walkout to Huge Deck, Large Yard, Master Bedroom, Walk In Closet, 4 Pce Ensuite, Garage, Private Drive, High Demand Neighbourhood! Only $599,900!

Rare 1.4 Acre Ravine Lot with Salt Water Pool and Grassy Area Surrounded by Forest and Stream, Your own Private Oasis!

Huge 4 Bdrm Raised Bungalow with 250 Foot Frontage and Commercial Potential, Many Updates Include Kitchen, Baths, Roof, Furnace, Windows & Family Room Addition, Vaulted Living Room, Close to Hwy 400, Just east of Jane and a Walk to Town! An Entertainer’s Dream for Only $1,099,000!

RANCH BUNGALOW ON 2.88 ACRE LOT

Simply Spectacular Renovated Home, Huge Family Room Addition, 3+1 Bdrm, Gourmet Kitchen, Skylights, Formal Dining Rm, Incredible Professionally Finished Basement Ideal for Entertaining, Theatre, Stage, Wet Bar or In-Law Suite, Detached 8 Car Garage, Ideal for Contractor, Warehouse For Home Based Business, Access to Walking Trails, Close to Hwy and Amenities! Must be seen! Only $999,900!

PRIME ALDERWOOD OPPORTUNITY

Amazing Opportunity to Live/Work In Alderwood! Modern & Well Maintained Corner Store-Front Complete W/ Two Large Self Contained 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Units.

Retail Area Features Large Foyer/Reception, Huge Open Workspace, Separate Office, 2 Washrooms, Recently Finished Basement & Rear Entrance. Great Location Close To Hwys & Transit. Won’t Last Long!!! Only $719,000!

vELLORE vILLAGE 4+1 BDRM!!

Gorgeous 2-Storey Semi Detached With Walkout Bsmt Linked Only By Garage! Open Concept Living+Dining Rms, Spacious Eat-In Kitchen, Master Bedrm W/Full Ensuite & W/I Closet, Finished Basement With Spacious Rec Rm, Office, Kitchen & Bedrm, potential in-law suite. Landscaped Lot, Deck, Private Drive, Fabulous Neighbourhood, Steps To All Amenities! Incredible Value Only $579,000!!!

COOKSvILLE ESTATE!!

Spectacular Stone Mansion Nestled On Sprawling Gated Lot!!

Absolutely One-Of-A-Kind, Approximately 5000 sqft, This Grand 5 Bedroom Family Home Sits On Approximately ¾ Acres And Is Surrounded By Mature Trees. 221 ft Frontage Makes This Property Ideal For Potential Future Development With Many New Multi-Million Dollar Homes Already Built In The Area. Very Rare Opportunity – Must Be Seen! $2,100,000!!

LUXURY PALACE PIER

Waterfront Location, Totally Redesigned & Professionally Renovated 3 Bedroom, 3,200 Sq. Ft. Suite with Lavish Finishes, Over 350K Spent, No Expense Spared, Top of the Line Appliances, Crown Mouldings, Custom Cabinetry, Gourmet Kitchen, Divine Bathrooms... the list goes on. A Spectacular Lifestyle awaits you. Call for a Confidential Viewing Today! Only $1,000,000

PRIME BUILDING LOT

Build Your Custom Dream Home In This Exclusive ‘Humber Heights’ Neighbourhood Surrounded By Multi-Million Dollar Homes!! Prime 75’ x 180’ Lot Is Ready To Develop. New Survey Available. Don’t Delay. Won’t Last Long!!! Only $989,000

CABBAGETOWN LANDMARK

Totally Renovated Detached Toronto Home. Bright & Sunlit Architectural Masterpiece will Amaze You! 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Tempered Glass, 3 Balconies, Granite Floor, Custom Kitchen with B/I Appliances, Spacious & Open Concept with Approx. 1,000 Sq. Ft. of Living Space!, Sauna, Finished Basement, Beautiful Deck + Garden, One of a Kind! Simply Must be Seen! Only $699,900!

HUGE PREMIUM PIE SHAPED LOT

Detached 3+1 Bedroom 2 Storey, Simply Fantastic Lot Professionally Landscaped Pattern Concrete Patio, Walkway & Driveway, Professionally Landscaped Garden, Custom Large Shed, Open Concept Living Room, Hardwood Floor, Family Size Kitchen, Walkout to Patio, Professionally Finished Bsmt, Close to Amenities! Only $549,900!

RICHMOND HILL MASTERPIECE

Brand New Custom Home, Spectacular Brick & Stone, 4+1 Bedroom, 2 Storey, Situated on Premium 50 x 150 Ft. Lot on End of Cul-de-Sac, Premium Finishes, Quality Materials, Fantastic Layout, Over 5,600 Sq. Ft. of Living Space, Formal Dining Rm, Crown Mouldings, Coffered Ceilings, Gleaming Hardwood Floors, Gourmet Kitchen, Quartz Counter, S/S Appliances, Bright Sunlit, Skylight, Master Bdrm Retreat, Professionally Finished Bsmt, Plus Much More! Only $1,898,800!

STONE & BRICK EXECUTIvE 2 STOREY!!

Absolutely Gorgeous Totally Renovated 4+1 Bedroom.

Fabulous Open Concept Layout, Gleaming Hardwood Floors, Huge Custom Kitchen With Quartz Counter, Centre Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, and Walkout To Deck. Master Bdrm With Full Ensuite & Walk-In Closet, Separate Side Entrance To Finished Basement In-Law Suite. Double Garage, Professionally Landscaped Lot, Large Veranda In Fantastic Location For Only $999,900!!

HIGH PARK DETACHED

Gorgeous Original Wood, Filled With Character + Charm, 4+1 Bdrms, Large Living Room, Hardwood Floor, Highwood Baseboards +Trim, Solid Doors, Formal Dining Room, Separate Side Entrance, Spacious Backyard, Rare Private Drive, Garage, Amazing Value + Location, High Demand Neighbourhood! Only $988,800!

DETACHED 4 BEDROOM 2 STOREY

Stunning Curb Appeal, Gorgeous Interlock Drive & Walkway, Large Foyer, Formal Dining Rm, Sunken Living Rm, Open Concept Fam Rm, W/O to Huge Deck + 146 Ft. Deep Lot, Master Bdrm, W/I Closet, 5pc Ensuite, Finished Bsmt Separate Entrance, 2nd Kitchen Ideal for In-Law Suite or Entertaining! Amazing Value! Only $699,900!

LUXURY WATERFRONT CONDO!!

Spacious open concept suite with 10ft ceilings, modern kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Elegant Laminate Floors, Floor to ceiling Windows, Walkout to Gorgeous 370sqft Terrace with Views of Lake and Park. Fabulous Amenities and Steps to Transit, Must Be Seen Only $549,900!!

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CENTRAL ETOBICOKE OPPORTUNITY!!

Detached Bungalow on Large 40x133ft fully fenced lot. Needs some TLC, Huge Potential for Renovators, Contractors or Investors. Updated Windows& Doors, Furnace & A/C, Electrical Panel. Huge Basement, 6 Car Parking, Super Value.

SOLD IN 1 WK FOR 113% OF ASKING!

EXECUTIvE HOME

Rarely Available in Demand Complex Near Etobicoke Creek, Renovated Modern Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Spacious Open Concept Living Room, Walk Out to Large Deck Overlooking Tranquil Greenspace, Professionally Finished Basement, Wet Bar & Rec Room Ideal for Entertaining, Master Bedroom Retreat, High Demand Location! Only $479,900!

OCEAN CLUB CONDOMINIUMS

Brand New Luxurious Waterfront Resort Style Living, Fabulous 1+1 Bedroom Suite Loaded with Upgrades, Hardwood Floor, Built-in Appliances, Mirror Closet, Granite + Quartz Countertops, Large Balcony, Clear Gorgeous Views of Lake + Toronto Skyline, Amazing Value & Opportunity, Must Be Seen! Only $369,900!

DvP & EGLINTON!!

Beautiful & Spacious 3 Bed, 2 Bath Open Concept Suite Surrounded By Green Space!! Nicely Maintained Unit Features Many Recent Updates. Large Balcony W/ Panoramic Views. Well Managed Building. Includes Parking And Locker. Conveniently Located Close To Transit, Hwys And Just Minutes From Downtown. Must Be Seen – Don’t Miss Out! Only $289,900!!

SUPER CALEDON OPPORTUNITY!

Attention First-Time Home Buyers & Investors!! Charming 3 Bedroom Family Home Situated On A Large ½ Acre Lot! Many Updates And Renos Including Modern Kitchen, Bathrooms, Spacious Family Room, Large Master Bedroom W/ Ensuite, Pool-Sized Backyard W/ Beautiful Deck & Hot Tub, Finished Basement And Much More!! Future Development Potential…

Amazing Opportunity, Only $539,900!!!

REMINGTON BUILT

BRAMPTON RANCH BUNGALOW

Stunning Home with Double Car Garage on a Large Lot Backing onto Park Near Bramalea City Centre, Renovated Top to Bottom including Brand New Kitchen and Main Bath, Professionally Finished Bsmt, New 24 x 12 Deck, Fabulous 32 x 16 Salt Water Heated Pool, Updated Roof/Windows/Furnace, Parks 8 Cars, Stunning Curb Appeal! Close to 410/Transit!

SOLD IN 1 WK FOR 108% OF ASKING

ISLINGTON/ QUEENSWAY

FREEHOLD TOWNHOME BY THE LAKE!!

Large Model End Unit on Wide Lot Next to Lake and Beach, Bike Paths and Rouge Go. Renovated Eat-In Kitchen with Walkout to Deck, Hot Tub and Fully Fenced Yard. Huge Master with 4 Pc Ensuite and Views of Lake. Fabulous Port Union Area, Must Be Seen, Only $499,000!!

SUPER vALUE!

GEORGETOWN OPPORTUNITY!!

Wonderful Family Neighborhood! Directly Across From Park. Detached 3 Bdrm Fernbrook Home On 54 x 120 Lot. Open Concept Living/Dining Room With Dark Laminate Flrs. Updated Kitchen with Walkout To Fully Fenced Backyard. Private Double Drive, Walking Distance To Schools/Shopping, Amazing Opportunity To Own! Must Be Seen! Only $485,900!!

ICONIC MARILYN MONROE TOWERS

Fabulous Freehold 3 Bedroom in Credit Valley Neighbourhood,Large Foyer,Gleaming Hardwood Floors, Open Concept Living & Dining Room, Granite Countertop, Stainless Steel Appliances in Family Size Kitchen, Walkout to Spacious Yard, 4 Bathrooms, Finished Basement, Simply Must be Seen! Only $449,900!

Prime Etobicoke Location, Quiet Executive Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Huge Living/Family Room, Formal Dining, Needs TLC, Amazing Value + Opportunity! Only $419,900!

Detached Opportunity, Renovated Kitchen with Granite Floor, Open Concept Living & Dining Room, 2 Updated Bathrooms, Updated Windows, Close to Amenities, Transit, York University, Hospital, Steps to Schools! Simply Must be Seen! $399,900!

ONE PARK TOWER

CHARMING GEORGETOWN BUNGALOW Renovated and updated throughout. Modern and bright. Nothing to do but move-in and enjoy. Great for commuters, first-time buyers and downsizers. Excellent location close to schools, shopping, go station and more.

Amazing value Only $343,900!!

Fabulous 1 + 1 Bedroom Suite At ‘Battery Park’!!

Amazing West Views from The 21st Floor. Bright Open Concept Layout Features Great Living Space and Bedroom Area Plus a Separate Den W/French Doors. Just Steps to Trendy Liberty Village’s Many Restaurants & Cafes, Amenities, Transit & The Lake.

Excellent Opportunity - Must Be Seen! $329,900!

2 Year Old Chalet Style 2+1 Bdrm Townhome, Steps to Highland Creek, U of T Scarborough Campus, 401 and Lake! 9 Ft Ceilings! Huge Gourmet Kitchen with Island, Master with 4Pc ensuite, Den Great for Office, 2.5 Baths, All Furniture Included! Super Value! Only $329,900!

AMAzING vALUE IN WESTON!!

Bright And Charming 2-Storey Stacked Townhouse!! Very Well Maintained 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Perfect For First Time Buyers And Investors. Many Recent Updates. Includes Parking And Locker. Close To Transit. Shows Amazing And Priced To Sell, Only $249,900!

Large Corner Suite Complete With 2 Bathrooms & 2 Parking Spots! Located On A Quiet Street Surrounded By Green Space, Many Upgrades Including Renovated Kitchen, Renovated Main Bath And 3 Piece Master Ensuite. In-Suite Laundry/ Storage, Spacious Master Bedroom, Living & Dining Rooms. Priced To Sell -- Must Be Seen!!

Luxury Daniels Built almost 1,000 Sq Ft! Stunning 2+1 Split Bedroom Layout, Granite Countertop, Stainless Steele Appliances, Gorgeous Floors, Open Concept Living & Dining Room, Walkout to Balcony, Master Bedroom, Walk-in Closet + Ensuite, 24 Hr Concierge, Amazing Amenities! Only $367,500!

LUXURY CONDO ACROSS FROM LAKE

Stunning 1 Bdrm Unit Across from Humber Bay Park in South Etobicoke, Wide Layout with Unobstructed West View, Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Counters, Upgraded Cabinets and S/S Appliances,Two Walkouts to Huge Balcony, Large Master, 9 Foot Ceilings, World Class Amenities, 10 Min to Downtown, TTC at Door, Parking and Locker Included! Only $269,900!

AMAzING OPPORTUNITY!!

Beautiful & Very Spacious 2-Story, 3 Bedrm Condo In The ‘Heart Of Mississauga’!! This Amazing Layout Is The Largest In The Building Featuring Approximately 1,750 S/F Of Living Space Plus 3 Separate Balconies! Panoramic Views Of The Lake And Downtown T.O.! Very Well Maintained – Newly Painted, Recently Refinished Floors, In ‘Move-In’ Condition. Large Bedrooms (2 Ensuites) And Living Room W/ Real Wood-Burning Fireplace.

Perfect For First Time Buyers or Downsizers Looking For Amazing Location and Space -- Don’t Miss Out!! $249,900!

THE HEART OF LIBERTY vILLAGE

Wonderfully Spacious 2 bdrm + den, Beautiful Panoramic views from the 285 Sq. Ft. Wrap Around Balcony. Floor to Ceiling Windows, Rich Dark Floors in Open Concept Living/Dining Room, Granite Kitchen Counters, Huge Master Bdrm with Ensuite. Luxurious Amenities. Great Location! Amazing Value!!! Only $384,900!

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Diamond Award for Best Dental Clinic Bloor West Dentistry wins again for top quality personalized care

• General & Cosmetic Dentistry • Digital X-rays (lower radiation) • Caring & Friendly Environment • Evening & Saturday Appointments

Bloor West Dentistry is proud to accept the Diamond Readers’ Choice Award for Best Dental Clinic for the second time. With rave reviews and incredible transformation photos, it’s easy to see why the office is popular in the community.

Dr. Lisa Wat has been a practicing dentist since 2000 and has been in the area for 13 years. She and her team strive to provide patients with the best possible experience by personalizing each visit. Patients are thoroughly assessed and every concern is addressed before any treatment is performed.

The staff is consistently updating their skills to provide top quality care, including up-to-date knowledge of the latest procedures, tools and equipment.

Dr. Wat has also made sure the office is environmentally friendly. All records are compiled electronically to save paper and X-rays are digital. Not only does this save the team from using film and harmful chemicals, it also allows imaging to be enhanced and read with more accuracy.

For more information or to book an appointment, visit www.bloorwestdentistry.ca.

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Diamond Award for Best Taxi Company

Beck Taxi says “Thank you, Bloor West” Beck Taxi is a family company started by Jim Beck in 1967, and managed by his daughter Gail for the last 25 years. The company is dedicated to providing customers with reliable and friendly service within 10 minutes anywhere in the city of Toronto. Beck Taxi’s fleet of more than 2000 vehicles - approximately three times the size

of the nearest competitor - ensures prompt and reliable service no matter where you are.

For customer convenience, all Beck vehicles accept payment by cash, credit card, and personal or corporate account. Additionally, 90 per cent of the fleet can accept payment by debit card.

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tomer, Beck Taxi was the first company in Toronto to develop a taxi-ordering app. It is now used more than 3000 times daily and has more than 100,000 downloads on iPhone and Android phones.

For over 45 years, Beck Taxi has led the way in Toronto Taxi service, continually developing new ways to make their customers’ commute convenient.

Beck Taxi thanks Bloor West Villager readers for their award!

winner's spotlight Gold Award for Best Flea Market

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Toronto Weston Flea Market is a one-stop shop for holiday savings Toronto Weston Flea Market is proud to accept the Gold Readers’ Choice Award for Best Flea Market.

The owners and vendors would like to thank readers for their support and invite everyone to celebrate with amazing savings throughout the market approaching the holiday season.

The one-stop shop is known for its year round low prices on just about everything shoppers could want. Booths feature a wide variety of goods including clothing, shoes, fresh produce, electronics, tools, natural herbs and remedies, children’s

toys, jewellery and more. The market also includes restaurants, hair and nail salons, massage therapy, holistic healing and a pet supply store.

The focus of the market is on customer service.

Because the venue is so large, representatives are available to assist shoppers in finding the booth or product for which they’re searching.

Toronto Weston Flea Market is open to the public Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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BEST AUTOMOTIVE AUTO DETAILING Canadian Tire................................................D High Park Auto..............................................P Bloor Auto.....................................................G Cosmos ........................................................S

AUTO GLASS Speedy Auto Glass ........................................D Apple Auto Glass ..........................................P Tint Guy ........................................................G Afghan Auto Glass.........................................S

AUTO PARTS Canadian Tire................................................D Master Mechanic High Park ..........................D Bloor West Auto ............................................P Napa Auto Parts ............................................G

AUTO SERVICE Canadian Tire................................................D Master Mechanic High Park ..........................D Active Green & Ross .....................................P Great Car ......................................................G Team Auto Works ..........................................S

BODY SHOP Canadian Tire................................................D Royal Auto Repair .........................................P 427 Auto.......................................................G Humberview Body Shop................................S

DOMESTIC CAR DEALERSHIP Humberview Chevrolet..................................D Old Mill Buick Cadillac ..................................P Cruickshank Ford Lincoln..............................G

IMPORT CAR DEALERSHIP Queensway Audi ...........................................D Ken Shaw Lexus Toyota ................................P West Toronto Kia..........................................G Marino’s Subaru ...........................................S

Ernst & Young ...............................................D TurboTax.......................................................P Z & Z Accounting ..........................................G Price Waterhouse Coopers LLP .....................G Rago & Garoffallo..........................................S

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ADULT EDUCATION

Ryerson ........................................................D School of Continuing Studies, University of Toronto .........................................................P Oxford Learning ............................................G CUIAS Immigrant Services and LINC English Classes.........................................................S

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TD Canada Trust ..........................................D Bank of Montreal ..........................................P RBC ..............................................................G CIBC .............................................................S

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