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Teen cyclists pedal long distance for St. Joe’s hospital LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com Avid cyclists and high school friends put pedal to the metal to raise money for their local hospital, St. Joseph’s Health Centre, in an event called Cycle 4 St. Joe’s. H a y d e n M a y e u r, 1 5 , a Roncesvalles Village resident, and Jonathan Garcia Limanni, 14, a Lansdowne and St. Clair avenues area resident embarked on an approximately 130-kilometre bike ride from Toronto to Niagara Falls and back again with a goal of raising more than $20,000 for the west end hospital. They completed the ride on Sunday. Classmates at Harbord Collegiate Institute, the boys were particularly inspired to take on the fundraising mission after purchasing road bikes in July. “We were biking around and came up with the idea to do something local,” Mayeur told The
Villager two days before the trip. “This ride means a lot to both of us because we know that St. Joe’s takes care of a lot of kids and it’s where we’d go if we ever needed help.” Maria Dyck, president of St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation, said she is impressed with the boys’ mission. “We are so inspired by Hayden and Jonathan’s enthusiasm, spirit and dedication to giving back,” she said. “They have used St. Joseph’s services and felt strongly about supporting where they had great care close to home. They are two very impressive young men.” The two know of other fundraising rides, such as the Becel Heart and Stroke Ride for Heart, but wanted to make sure their efforts went to their local hospital. The teens set off early Saturday morning and were expected to arrive in Niagara Falls about five and a half hours later. Motel 6, one of their >>>BOYS, page 20
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NO HANDS: Noah Halaslaing tries to get a bite out of a swinging apple during the many activities held at Colborne Lodge during its annual Harvest Festival on Sunday. The day featured demonstrations, pumpkins, home-baked goods and music. See more photos from the festival on page 8.
Habitat for Humanity homeowners say family life improves: report LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com Lorena Sinato was mere hours from receiving the keys to her new Habitat for Humanity home on Monday morning, yet she already knew the home in Roncesvalles Village would have a significant impact on not
only her life, but that of her young son’s. Looking forward to having friends over, Sinato says the tree-lined Ritchie Avenue home would provide ample space for her son, Bryan, 9, who is legally blind and lives with cerebral palsy, while ensuring his safety. But, most of all, it would offer
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Rekindling their kindergarten connection Swansea P.S. class of ‘42 reunite at former school LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com Principal Karen Ridley stood outside Swansea Public School’s front door on Tuesday afternoon, camera in hand, trying to set up a class photo. The students weren’t being very co-operative; and they were being rather chatty. This group could have been any group of kids under Ridley’s charge. Yet, these students have long since graduated from the elementary school on Windermere Avenue, south of Bloor Street West. “Times haven’t changed, have they,” asked Ridley rhetorically. “They still argue and they still don’t listen to their teacher.” Ridley was only speaking in jest because this group was on a special visit to Swansea P.S. on Sept. 25. The day marked 70 years since its members graduated from kindergarten. They are the kindergarten class of 1942 – the first-ever kindergarten class at the school. The group, ‘Friends of Swansea P.S.,’ as they have coined themselves, has been meeting once a month since 1997’98. The schoolmates began meeting regularly after first reconnecting at Swansea’s 100th anniversary. This year, the approximately 20 former schoolmates turned 75 years old. “The principal said, ‘you’re not
going to recognize the place,’ and she’s right. I haven’t been back here since Grade 6,” revealed Reg Ellerton. “(Swansea P.S.) had a wonderful playground. There was a dump behind the school. Our teachers had trouble keeping us out of it.” Before reconvening at their alma mater, the friends enjoyed a luncheon at The Old Mill Inn. This year is the elementary school’s 122nd year of learning, pointed out Ridley, who before taking the group on a tour, offered them keepsake pencils and buttons. When she asked if there was any particular area of the school that the group wanted to see, someone piped up: “We’ve got to see the kindergarten.” “It’s new since you’ve been here,” Ridley said. “We’ll go down to the old one.” For the most part, their old kindergarten classroom has remained the same. Except, there are no doors on the cloakroom – they’re just coat hooks now, said Grace Thornton. “On the first day of school everyone was crying,” recalled Thornton. “I wasn’t. Some mothers had to stay our first day. They frowned upon that.” Thornton remembered having “a great time” at Swansea where she attended until Grade 8. “It was because of the closeness of the community of Swansea,” she
said. “You didn’t have to go anywhere else. The chief of police knew every kid.” Katharine Worfolk’s father taught at Swansea for 36 years. “I felt like I really had to behave. I think I was a little shy because he was here, but I have fond memories of him teaching,” said Worfolk, who lived in Swansea from 1938 until 1956. “A lot of the homes have changed from being small bungalows to being two storeys. There was a candy store at the corner of Windermere and Morningside Avenue called Nichol’s – that’s where I got all my cavities.” Swansea still retains the same village flavour it once had, said Worfolk, who lived in six different houses in the area. “When I was five, we lived on Ellis Park Road. I used to walk to school. It was a very safe community. We never locked our doors. It was more of a simple life,” she said. remeMbering when: Top, an undated photograph from 1942 of some students at Swansea Public School’s first kindergarten class. Right, students from that same class reunited at the school after 70 years. Many of the former classmates have stayed in touch, and some still live in the neighbourhood. Staff photo/MARY GAUDET
High Park violinist wins coveted competition Iryna Krechkovsky to own centuries-old Stradivari valued at $5 million LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com An internationally renowned classical violinist has won the opportunity to own a rare and historic instrument as part of a Canada Council for the Arts contest. Iryna Krechkovsky, who immigrated to the High Park area in the mid-90s, has chosen a 1689 Baumgartner Stradivari valued at $5 million. “It’s beautiful,” Krechkovsky told The Villager on the phone from California where she is currently living and performing. “We picked our instruments out (last) Friday. It’s really cool.” Krechkovsky will own the violin for the next three years. The young musician was one of 28 finalists who auditioned as part of the Canada Council for the Arts competition at The Royal Conservatory in Toronto. The contest ended Thursday, Sept. 20. There were 17 fine-stringed instruments and one cello bow
created between 1689 and 1929 up for grabs. The winner’s placement in the competition determined the order in which he or she chose an instrument – the most coveted being the Stradivari violins and cello along with the Guarneri del Gesù, valued in the millions. “These artists will travel the globe bringing to life the Instrument Bank’s violins and cellos for countless audience members,” said Canada Council director and CEO Robert Sirman in a statement. “Over the next three years, they will develop a very personal relationship with their instrument while sharing with the world their love of music, their passion for performance and their exceptional talents.” Krechkovsky, who was looking forward to spending time with family in Toronto, called the fourday competition “surreal.” She first picked up the violin at the age of six. Her career takes her around the world. Right now, she is performing in a piano trio with
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Violinist Iryna Krechkovsky won the opportunity to own a Baumgartner Stradivari, a rare and historic violin from 1689, as part of a Canada Council for the Arts contest.
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The Vegetarians of High Park host a community dinner at at Rawlicious next week. People from the neighbourhood are invited to meet and chat with like-minded people. Advance registration is required. The dinner takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Rawlicious, 2122 Bloor St. W. Individuals pay for their own meals at the Oct. 9 event. Vegetarians of High Park is a social group supported by the Toronto Vegetarian Association, with the aim of helping vegetarians, vegans or veg-curious living in the High Park/Bloor West Village/Junction area meet and network.
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ho are the outstanding youth in your community? The Ontario Community Newspapers Association, of which The Bloor West Villager is a member, wants to know. They want to know about the youth who are performing community service – independently, or through their schools and volunteer organizations. These youth are performing heroic acts. They’re contributing to their community while living with a physical or psychological limitation. They do more than what is our view normally expected of someone their age. A number of youth from Toronto communities have been both nominated and recognized over the years. Last year, two of them, Kalem McSween and Andrew Sigmaringam, then 17, were among the 12 provincial recipients. Overall, there were 176 nominees from across the province. McSween, a North York resident, served as a peer mentor to Grade 9 students who have been struggling and are “at risk” both academically and socially. He was also selected to participate with the Toronto Police Services’ Youth in Policing Initiative. Sigmaringam, an Etobicoke resident, helped raise $5,000 for the Free the Children charity and has assisted children with autism. Born deaf, he had cochlear implant surgery as a toddler to allow him to hear. He also shares his personal experiences as a guest speaker at workshops. Any Ontario resident between six and 17 (as of Nov. 30) is eligible to be nominated. Up to 12 nominees will be chosen as recipients of a provincial award and will be invited to a special ceremony next spring. Recognizing youth contributions is positive. But this should go beyond actual recognition. Ultimately, the value of Ontario Junior Citizen Awards is more than providing deserved recognition for the fine work youth do in our communities. We recently wrote in this space on the value of engaging younger citizens for the purpose of ensuring existing volunteer organizations survive a change in generational leadership. We must nurture that innovation and creativity to ensure it blossoms. When our future leaders are being encouraged to explore a pioneering spirit, it means there are fresh, relevant and contemporary solutions to community challenges. The nomination deadline is Nov. 30. Forms are available at www.ocna.org/or by calling 905-639-8720 ext. 239.
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h, goody. The October meeting of Mayor Rob Ford’s executive committee will have a familiar treat: a jolly long talk about how the city might fund major transit expansion projects in the future. From Mel Lastman to David Miller to Rob Ford, the dream of big transit projects has fueled both rhetoric and design like no other project except maybe property tax increases. In that sense, the conversation starting this month and going into next spring will be a little stilted, and might not go anywhere. That’s because the report from City Manager Joe Pennachetti frames the question at the nexus of those ideas: namely, how to finance big transit expansion, whatever that may be, using among other things, big whopping property tax increases. The report is something Toronto Council asked for, mostly in response to Mayor Ford’s moving target plan to build a Sheppard subway into Scarborough using private sector money and a growing amount of federal
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and provincial grants. In shutting down the subway dream, council in its wisdom decided to look at ways of financing transit absent either the private sector or nominal help from higher orders of government. It is a sensible thing to do: an “adult” conversation that determines what exactly Torontonians are willing to pay for in the way of public transit, which is to say, how much Torontonians are willing to pay. The report looks at hiking the land transfer tax by a percentage point, reinstating a $100 vehicle registration tax, imposing road tolls on highways, and a one per cent property tax hike. In the same agenda, the city manager is setting up a plan to devise a transit plan itself based upon a review of the city’s Official Plan. Once again, it is a sober
and sensible approach to transit planning — two elements lacking in both Mayor Ford’s subway dream, and the bus-tokenin-every-pocket approach that TTC Chair Karen Stintz came up with in the spring with the frenetically gerrymandering One City transit expansion plan. Seems dull and sensible and prosaic, yes? Well, there is still an element of pipe dream to it all. Because even as Toronto Council is considering these plans, so too is Metrolinx, the provincial government’s go-to agency when it comes to financing new transit. Metrolinx also is looking at ways to finance its own transit expansion plans – plans which encompass the entire Golden Horseshoe. The question becomes: if roads do get tolled in Toronto, just whose projects will that money go toward? And so it goes: the conversation on transit will go on, with no end in sight. n David Nickle is The Villager’s city hall reporter. His column appears every Thursday. Contact him at dnickle@insidetoronto.com
To the editor: Re: ‘Transit users speak out against bad behaviour,’ Special Report, Sept. 27. I read the article by Rahul Gupta; I could not believe the comments made by TTC chief customer service officer Chris Upfold. “Rudeness is not something that catches my attention as being high.” Another statement by Upfold was that riders should alter their travel patterns and the times they travel in order to reduce potential disputes. The message sent by Upfold was rudeness and disrespect for others wins. Values, respect, manners and etiquette are instilled into us at an early age with maturity bringing that forward to our later years. Once again the TTC has exposed itself to show us how deep their problems lie. The TTC’s biggest hurdle is the TTC. Ray Blais
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On our @TOinTransit Twitter account we received a number of responses to our coverage on rude riders on the TTC. Below is a sampling of some of the Tweets we received. To get in on the conversation visit us @ TOinTransit @commutersunited: It’s time to start a subway etiquette rule! @micahbarnes: why have we Toronto people become so deeply selfish and rude while in public spaces like the TTC? @MonicaAraujo33: Reading the paper I came across “transit riders complain about the rude ride on the TTC courtesy of other passengers” couldn’t agree more. @RachieB13 Dear annoying rude loud girl on the phone while on the bus. Shut up!! #TTC is not the place for your nails on a chalkboard laugh. #annoying @elizabethmunro: It ’s astounding how rude people are to TTC workers.
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Proudfoot led the creation of the Metroland Central division in May, adding Toronto Community News to his York Region Media Group, upon the retirement of TCN publisher Betty Carr. Metroland’s Toronto, York Region, Simcoe, Muskoka, Parry Sound and North Bay media properties have a tradition of creating strong community partnerships and supporting non-profit organizations, through volunteering, donations and services. Proudfoot’s longtime commitment and outstanding contribution to community was recognized when he received a 2011 Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship. He is quick to acknowledge the contributions and talents of his employees, adding, “I’m honoured to work with people who have true passion for their communities and what they do on a daily basis.”
Junction BIA, environmental groups free honey locust trees from concrete LISA RAINFORD lrainford@insidetoronto.com In c o m m e m o ra t i o n o f National Tree Day, several environmental advocacy groups have come together to free four large honey locust trees in the Junction from their pavement prison last week. Representatives from LEAF (Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests) and partners, including Green Communities Canada, t h e Ju n c t i o n Bu s i n e s s Improvement Area (BIA), Parkdale-High Park Councillor Sarah Doucette and local landscaping company Green Gardeners set out to remove encroaching paving stones, rows of interlocking brick and gravel from around the trees’ trunks before replacing them with soil and native strawberry plants, on Wednesday, Sept. 26. Their efforts were part of an initiative called ‘Depave Paradise,’ which the Junction and five other communities in Ontario have embarked on. “We’ve been able to create a lot more space,” said Jessica Piskorowski, education and stewardship co-ordinator at
LEAF, on Pacific Avenue, just south of Dundas Street West along the boulevard of the No Frills grocery store. “This will allow the trees’ roots to extend, preventing physical damage.” Piskorowski said street trees play an important role in people’s lives; by beautifying neighbourhoods, providing shade and soaking up rain water and keeping it out of storm drains. The Junction BIA is pleased to be partnering with LEAF for this project, said its executive director Kristina Skindelyte. “Thank you to LEAF for bringing this project to our attention,” she said. “We’re hoping that this is a longtime partnership. The BIA cares tremendously about beautifying our streetscape. The businesses care about trees – they provide shade while attract more shoppers and more frequent shopping visits. This is a beautiful example of how the community came together.” The BIA has pledged its support in way of keeping the strawberry plants watered regularly. The councillor cred-
ited city officials for moving quickly on this project, granting permission to take apart the boulevard. Andrew Roy of The Green Gardener has committed to finding a creative re-use of the gravel and paver stones. Native strawberry plants were chosen to surround the trees because they’re hearty. “They can withstand stresses like foot traffic and (road) salt,” said Piskorowski. The four honey locusts are approximately 20 to 30 years, said Janet McKay, executive director of LEAF. They’ve faced many stresses over the years, much like all city trees do, such as limited soil volumes for root growth, hard surfaces that prevent water and oxygen from reaching roots, over-pruning to accommodate overhead wires and physical damage from vehicles and vandalism. Additional support for this project came from FIDOEvergreen, City of Toronto/ Urban Forestry and No Frills. Visit www.yourleaf.org/ junction-depave-paradise for further details.
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Study investigates social impact of Habitat for Humanity home ownership >>>from page 1 Habitat for Humanity CEO Neil Hetherington released the findings of the survey at Queen’s Park on On Oct. 1, the UN-designated and Toronto Mayor Rob Ford proclaimedWorld Habitat Day. He was joined by Davenport Councillor Ana Bailão, chair of the City of Toronto’s affordable housing committee, who presented the Mayoral Proclamation. The survey investigated the social impacts associated with Habitat ownership. A team of volunteers posed more than 60 questions to families, which took approximately an hour, explained Gillian Bartlett, of Bartlett Cultural Connections, author of the report. “I think it was a fabulous study to have undertaken. I think the results are such a pleasure to have seen,” she said. Hetherington agreed. “This was a labour of love for a group of over 50 volunteers who put this report
together and it says some wonderful things. The results are astounding,” he said. Respondents were asked to report on their family’s lives at the time they applied for a Habitat home. The same questions were posed again in an effort to capture their present living situation as homeowners. Families revealed that homeownership led to strengthened communities and opened doors for lowincome youth. For example, 97 per cent feel pride in their new homes – a 53 per cent increase since before the home was purchased. Respondents report a 135 per cent increase in inviting visitors to their homes and 92 per cent say they will remain in their Habitat home for a long time and couldn’t imagine ever leaving. Meanwhile, 76 per cent of homeowners report an improvement in their children’s school grades; 93 per cent say it’s now easier for
them to find space to complete homework; 88 per cent report an improvement in their children’s confidence and 81 per cent an increase in their children’s social lives. Ninety-seven per cent of school-aged children living in a Habitat home are still in school. “What is clear from our survey is that people feel empowered and are able to break the cycle of poverty,” said Hetherington. No child who grew up in a Habitat home has ever needed one himself, a fact Hetherington was happy to share. Last fall, Habitat for Humanity released a report that focused on the economic impact of Habitat homeownership on the City of Toronto, ‘From Subsidies to Sustainable Communities.’ “On average, a family’s net worth increased by $28,000 once they moved into affordable housing,” Hetherington noted.
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The Babiak Team Sells The West End! 1st Ad! A superb contemporary home in a beautiful treed setting overlooking High Pk and Grenadier Pond marries new interiors w/ classic exterior details.
$819,000 482 Runnymede Rd. Totally reno’d 4 bdrm - new htg, AC, wiring + lowered bsmt w/ sep entry, 2 baths, 7 min walk to subway, private drive.
$749,000 270 Armadale Ave. Reno’d 4 br - designer kitchen w/ quartz counter, maple flrs, granite, new electrical, driveway, near subway. Call Kristofer Lawson, Sales Rep. 416-605-2621
NEW PRICE! $668,000 7 Traymore Charming 3 bdrm Tudor, w/ fireplace & wainscoting. Private drive & detached garage. Near Humber River & subway.
$1,549,000 72 Ellis Park Rd.
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Professionals Inc., Brokerage
Prime Swansea/BWV Renovated 4+1 Bedroom. Spacious Family Home W/ Character & Charm! Bright Kitchen W/ Gas FP, Bay Window Breakfast Area & Wall-to-Wall B/ In Storage. Lg Master W/ Custom B/I Wardrobes & Skylit Ensuite Bath! Finished Basement W/ 5th Br & 4pc Bath. Beautifully Landscaped Yard W/ Mature Trees! Walk to Parks, Schools, Shopping & Transit! 55 Kennedy Ave $998,000
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To know this area, is to love this area. Exclusive enclave of mansions. Over one acre, the sunny lot backs onto Boyd conservation area in the prestigious Pinewood estates and is steps to the famous national golf club. Custom built home perfect for multi-generational family. Plethora of windows to capture the glorious sunlight, multiple walkouts and the above ground basement walk out to a park-like setting. This home is truly stunning, and ready for your dinner STEPS TO THE NATIONAL GOLF CLUB & BACKING ONTO BOYD CONSERVATION AREA! parties and large family gatherings. $3,200,000
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13 Wesley St. Great investment opportunity in one of Toronto’s hottest pockets! Two x 2 bedr and one x 1 bedr. 3 car parking. Separate electrical meters for each unit. Well maintained building. Steps to Go Train. $719,900
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GORGEOUS CONDO IN HIGH PARK!
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ISLINGTON GOLF CLUB!
This large 2 bedroom condo is located in the ever so popular high park village. With steps to shops, the park, and the subway at your doorstep. This unit has multiple walk outs, laundry, 2 large bedrooms, walk-in closet, wall-towall windows and cashmere counters. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!
This fabulous corner unit is ideal for the urban dweller. Featuring a modern kitchen with Italian cabinetry and striking stainless steel appliances. Gorgeous spa like bathrooms including a powder room for guests. The open concept living room is highlighted with panoramic windows and a walk out to your wraparound balcony. Fantastic building with state-of-the-art amenities. Great value with parking and locker included. $339,000
Rarely available & highly desirable. The spectacular condos of ‘St. Andrews on the green.’ A unique luxury low rise nestled on the edge of the lush Islington golf course. A stunning open concept living space featuring a spacious master bedroom with a large den, the kitchen boasts stunning granite, a breakfast bar, mocha chocolate cabinetry, stainless steel kitchen aid appliances and gleaming hardwood floors leading to a walk out to the large (130 sq. ft.) balcony. $389,000
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Your opportunity awaits to renovate this extremely spacious 3 bedroom family home located in the up and coming area of Roncesvalles. Located steps from trendy queen St. W and some of Toronto’s most interesting shops. This home features large principle rooms, hardwood floors, Victorian height ceilings, large eat-in kitchen and privately fenced yard. Fantastic detached garage with ample storage. A great home with loads of potential! $549,000
Kingsway on the park! Bright, spacious living space with views of lake Ontario from a wall of windows. This unit boasts 790 sq. ft. of prestigious Kingsway living. Complete with 24 hour concierge, indoor access to the Sunlife centre, Islington subway and all the boutique shops of downtown Islington. $349,000
Gorgeous family sized home in sought after sheridan homelands. Ready for you to move right in & entertain with its spacious & bright rooms, fully fenced private oversized yard w/above ground pool, hot tub & deck right off the kitchen! Need privacy for the kids? This finished basement w/lrg family room, cozy fireplace & 5th bdrm is calling your name. Located close to go, shops & highway. Access from garage, making life easier on you! $509,900
HireSandra.com | 416.565.3001 | 2120 Bloor St W Toronto, ON HIGH PARK GRANDE DAME. Large principal rooms & detached garage. It has been in the same family for 60 years. It has loads of wood features, beamed ceiling, pocket doors, stained glass & 6 bdrms. It has new wiring & roof. It needs your finishing touches to make it yours. A demand family St. $949,000 209 INDIAN RD.
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Sun Filled, Spacious 3+1 Bdrm Townhome In Davenport Village. Open Concept Living/Dining/Kitchen Makes Home Great For Entertaining. Large Bdrms With Master Boasting An Ensuite. Family Friendly Roof Top Terrace With Natural Gas Bbq Hook Up. Underground Parking (Extra Wide), Close To The Exit. Outstanding Value!
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JOANNE GLUDISH Sales Representative
416-493-4400
10 DELISLE AVE # 320
Charming Detached Bungalow In Kingsview Village, O/C Living & Dining Rm, Eat-In Kit, 3 Bdrms w/4-Piece Bath. Spacious Lower Level W/Sep. Entrance, 4th Bedroom, 2-pc bath & Office. Large Rec Rm w/ Wet Bar & Gas FP. Immaculate With Plenty Of Storage Throughout. $474,900
Prestigious Building Located At Yonge/St. Clair. Luxurious 1 bdrm + Den, 2 Bathroom Suite w/ Gleaming Hardwood Flrs, Bright Large Windows & Juliette Balcony. Exquisite kit w/ granite counters and Ensuite Laundry. Close To Shops, Restaurants & Transportation. $490,000
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Charm and character abound in this 1.5 storey home. Beautiful dark hardwood flooring, lots of original character, 2 spacious bedrooms, rare double garage, & sparkling pool. Close to shops, TTC, schools, library. Call/email Sharon for details. www.162priscilla.com
200 Manitoba #336 Mimico! Spectacular 1395 Sq.Ft Loft @ Mystic Point! 2+1 Bdrms, 2 Full Baths! Outstanding End Unit With Southeast View. 2 Parking Spots, Locker, And Second To None Amenities. Designer Decor And Upgraded Finishes Throughout! Oversized Entertainers, Kitchen With Granite Counters And Ss Appliances. Floating Staircase And Floor To Ceiling Windows Overlooking Main Floor And Panoramic South Views Of The Lake And Mature Trees. Do Not Miss This Unbelievable Opportunity! $464,900 See video: http://www.axiomhosting.net/ehenry/200manitoba336branded/index.html
1500 ROYAL YORK RD. (416) 245-9933 www.royallepagewest.com
Forest Hill Real Estate Inc, Brokerage TRUE SUNNYLEA DELIGHT!
Sutton Group Realty Systems
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Charming 3 beds 2 baths detached on a family street. Hardwood floors, fireplace walkout to gorgeous backyard. Steps to excellent schools, TTC, and “The Kingsway”.
416.762.4200
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Trendy 1 Bdrm Suite At DNA Bldg In King West Village Incl Parking/Locker. Approx 545 Sqft + 50 Sqft Balc. Painted Concrete Floors & 9-Ft Ceiling. S/SAppl,Gas Stove,Double-Edge Granite Counters, Mosaic Marble Backsplash, Semi-Ensuite Bath W/6-Ft Soaker Tub & Rain Showerhead, Damask Wallpaper In Master, Ens. Laundry Room W/Extra Storage Space. Gas Line For BBQ On Balcony. Visitor Prkg, Concierge, Gym. Call Sarah Temple, Sales Rep For Appt. MLS# C2456727
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STUNNING HOME! Totally renovated top to bottom, gourmet kit, hrdwd flrs, FP, 3 bdrms & 3-pc bath complete the main level. 2bdrm apt on LL w/sep. Entrance, laundry & 3-pc bath. wonderful neighbourhood. 40 Neilson Drive $799,900
Fab family home, ready to move in! 3 bdrm bungalow in quiet area. Reno’d eat-in kitchen & 4-pc bath, refin oak floors, new windows, roof, light fixt & window cov. Spacious bsmt w/ sep entrance. Close to park, schools, TTC, shopping, Hwy 401/400. $549,900 View virtual tour & floor plans @ www.joannegludish.com
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 2-4 215 SOUTH KINGSWAY New Stunning Custom Built 4 + Br & 4 Pc Bath. Landscaped 1 Br Swansea/BWV Home With Yrd. Walk to Bloor W Shops, Private Drive & Double Garage! Cafes & Transit! $1,298,000. Bright Only The Finest Finishes Throughout. Eat-In Kit W/ Zello Stainless Steel & Imported Jovanovic, Marble, Lg Centre Island & Sales Representative, W/O! Lg Master W/ Lux 5 Pc 416-236-1241 Ens. Fin Bsmt W/ Rec Rm, 5th RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS INC., BROKERAGE
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Gorgeous detached 3 bedroom home. Completely renovated, 9 ft ceiling, open concept main floor. Kitchen w/Central island+marble floors + walkout to huge backyard. Bsmt great for in-law suite, private drive for 5 cars + 1 1/2 car garage..Hurry this beauty won’t last. Call now 416-654-7653.
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First Time Being Offered, Pride Of Ownership,Fully Detached bungalow in Immaculate Condition, big private lot, double car garage and so much more. Walking Distance To Trendy Shops, Great Schools,T.T.C, And Much More.
Massive bungalow,6 bedrooms including in-law suite in basement with separate entrance,open concept and completely renovated from top to bottom. Completely private backyard great for entertaining with a brick BBQ and deck and huge shed.What a deal. 416-654-7653.
Great Neighbourhood, Dead end street, Massive home, 3 bdrms, In law suite in bsmt, huge double oversized garage and sooo much more. What a deal 416-654-7653.
Charming And Cozy 3 Bedroom Home, Large Principal Rooms, Recently Renovated, 3 Separate Entrances, Fabulous Location, StepsToT.T.C,Trendy Corso Italia Shops,Great Schools, Minutes To All Major Highways.
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Incredible fully renovated custom built 4+1bdrm sidesplit, large professionally landscaped lot with in-ground pool, beautiful gourmet Cherrywood Custom kitchen, fabulous foyer with grand staircase and skylight, impressive family rm with fireplace & w/o to patio, gleaming hardwood flrs, and much more for $899,000!!
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Stunning custom built 4 bdrm 2 stry, loaded with over 100K in high end upgrades and landscaped to perfection. Huge family room addition with 12’ ceilings, heated floors & w/o to patio, gorgeous master bedroom with large balcony, 4 pc ensuite, outstanding workmanship thru-out, with lifetime guarantees on numerous upgrades, truly a must see for $739,000!!
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Custom built 4+2 bdrm 2 storey with addition, gorgeous renovated kitchen & baths, granite counter tops, gleaming hardwood floor, 4 full baths, main floor. Family room & den, 2nd floor laundry, finished basement with separate entrance, quality craftsmanship through-out, thousands spent must be seen for $1,100,000!!
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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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MARTIN GROVE GARDENS!! Stunning 3 bdrm 1 ½ storey, renovated thru-out, large sundrenched principal rooms, huge pie shaped lot. New windows, roof, electrical, trims, bathrooms, and much more, great neighbourhood located close to all conveniences must be seen for only $499,900!!
Rare huge 1,590 sq. ft. 2 + 1 bdrm corner unit in the exclusive Manhattan Place. Spacious open concept layout, gleaming parquet floors, Large master bdroom with gorgeous 5 piece ensuite & walk- in closet, modern family size kitchen, unobstructed South West view, voted North York Condo of the Year in 2009, a must see for $499,000!!
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Photographer arrested on sexual assault charges A Roncesvalles photographer has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman who visited his studio for a photo shoot. The incident happened on Tuesday, Sept. 25 and the following day, Douglas Shimizu, 49, was arrested and charged with sexual assault and administering drugs for sex. Police allege Shimizu sexually assaulted the 32-year-old woman after the photo shoot, in the Roncesvalles and Morrow avenues area. Police believe there may be more
victims. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416808-7474 or Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS.
n Harrassment suspect sought
Police are looking to the public for help with a criminal harassment investigation. In late August, a man followed a 13-year-old girl in the Bloor and Jane streets area before attempting to grab her. The teen ran into a store before the man took off.
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He is described as black, between the ages of 20 and 25, about 5’7” to 5’9” in height with a slim build and a bald head. He was last seen wearing a gold necklace, a black Adidas windbreaker with three black stripes on the sleeves, a black T-shirt and baggy black pants. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416−808−1139 or Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS.
n Poster contest for youth
Young people seem to always be on their cellphones.
And even the police have noticed an upswing in the number of misdials coming from them. Now police are turning to the city’s youth to create an effective campaign to combat the problem. Toronto residents aged 10 to 24 are invited to create a video or poster educating others on when to call 911 and how to avoid pocket dials, which clog up the emergency line. “All the entries will be judged and we will select one to be the public service announcement for
the Toronto Police Service,” Const. Wendy Drummond said. Winners will also be awarded a prize. The contest closes Nov. 9. “Maybe we’re missing a key element in how to reach people and educate them,” Drummond said. “So we’re taking it to an age group that is the highest volume contributor to misdials and pocket dials and hang-ups and for them to come up with a campaign that would be effective.” For contest details, visit www. torontopolice.on.ca/911contest.
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1. Thirty years of experience. Continuous improvement has been a part of Walker Contracting from their inception, and since joining the Certified Contractors Network® (CCN) over 10 years ago their systems and controls have been formalized. A simple series of checklists for every point in the estimating, installation and follow-up processes guarantees consistent results for you.
In any home improvement project there is the potential to discover the unexpected. Should this occur, the details will be brought to your attention and dealt with professionally. Peter & Greg personally review the specifics of your situation and recommend various options, which may include changing the scope of work or referring you to appropriate professionals. Your satisfaction and referral is their goal.
3. Training. Staying up to date with current industry standards, materials, and practices is an ongoing and time consuming undertaking. Walker Contracting annually allocates significant resources to ensure your estimators and installers are the highest trained in the industry. #1 in Canada (#13 in North America) This includes training provided by both manufacturers and the CCN. Walker Contracting’s in-house training centre provides hands on Since 2004, they have been surveying customer satisfaction and Walker Contracting has a 30 year history of growth in Etobicoke and have a 98% referral rating from over 800 surveys collected, all of experience for all installers to increase their skill levels. The result is the GTA. While roofing is by far the largest part of their business, which are available for your review. This track record led them to be knowledgeable and skilled craftsman working on your house. Walker Contracting also supplies and installs windows, chimneys, selected by Marvin Windows™ as the exclusive supplier and installer eaves, siding, and entry doors. They will provide options that will of their Infinity® windows (fibreglass frames; www.infinitywindows. 4. Walker Contracting will be there for you in the long run. give you the best value for your specific needs. Although their prices The home improvement industry is well known for companies may not be the lowest, their fair pricing model ensures it won’t be com) for the GTA. disappearing overnight, or going bankrupt and re-opening with a beat when comparing ‘apples-to-apples’, and that your job will be minor variation on their name with no-one the wiser. This usually installed as contracted. 2. Owners who care. Peter & Greg have over 60 years of experience combined, and both happens when the contractor ‘low-balls’ their pricing and is forced to are involved in all installations. Every job is reviewed by both owners, cut corners, which inevitably leads to problems. Eventually they are Peter & Greg Walker Contracting eliminates your risk in both the short along with other senior staff, to ensure a smooth transition from forced out of business by dissatisfied customers, which means you and long term. For more information visit www.walkercontracting.ca sales to production, and that your installation meets what is written have no one to service your needs or warranty. or call 416-233-7086. on your contract.
It’s Happening Junction Seniors’ Gathering WHEN: 2 p.m. WHERE: Pascal’s Baguette and Bagels, 2904 Dundas St. W. CONTACT: Eleanor Batchelder, 647-235-0843, seniors@junctionra.ca, junctionra.ca/ junction-seniors The group meets twice a week at a local coffee shop for conversation, as a social network of neighbours. Tuesday mornings 10 to 11 a.m. Agora Cafe, 3015 Dundas St. W. All welcome.
■ Saturday, Oct. 6
Hawk Watch Walk WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WHERE: High Park Forest School, 1873 Bloor St. W. CONTACT: Mallory Parks, 416-392-1748, ext. 2, www.highparknaturecentre.com, naturecentre@highpark.org COST: $2 pp or donate what you can. Explore a savannah habitat through the eyes of a raptor before visiting “Hawk Hill” where participants will try and spot these birds. Bring binoculars. Event open to all ages. No registration necessary.
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Do You Know The Park? WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. WHERE: High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W. CONTACT: A.J. Alberti, 416760-8196, ajalberti@gmail.com COST: Free High Park has a dual personality:
some parts show a definite human touch and some retain the natural look of the landscape as it was before Toronto was settled. This walk will take in the nature trails near Spring Creek and proceed past the allotment gardens and other varied areas in the park. Meet at the benches across the road from the Grenadier Restaurant.
■ Tuesday, Oct. 9
Vegetarians of High Park: Dinner at Rawlicious WHEN: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Rawlicious, 2122 Bloor St. W. COST: Individuals pay for their own meals Meet and chat with likeminded people in the neighbourhood. Advance registration required. Vegetarians of High Park is a social group supported by the Toronto Vegetarian Association, with the aim of helping vegetarians, vegans or veg-curious living in the High Park/Bloor West Village/Junction area meet and network.
■ Wednesday, Oct.10
West Bend Community Association WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Indian Road Crescent Public School, 285 Indian Road Cres. CONTACT: Desmond McComish, 416-7696010, macrae@sympatico.ca COST: Free West Bend Community Association
monthly meeting. New members welcome.
■ Friday, Oct.12
Constituency Hours WHEN: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Annette Street Library, 145 Annette St. CONTACT: Irmgard, 416-392-4072, www.ward13.ca, councillor_doucette@toronto.ca COST: Free Ward 13 city Councillor Sarah Doucette holds constituency hours regularly to meet with constituents in person. An appointment is required.
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Yoga for Seniors WHEN: 9 to 10 a.m. WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. CONTACT: 416-392-1953 Monday morning yoga sessions for seniors, either on a mat or with the use of a chair. Taoist Tai-Chi – Beginners WHEN: 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. CONTACT: 416-3921953 Tai-Chi class for seniors, may join at any time. Takes place every Monday. Call for details. Taoist Tai-Chi – Intermediate WHEN: 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. CONTACT: 416-392-
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events.insidetoronto.com 1953 Tai-Chi class for seniors runs every Monday morning. Osteofit WHEN: 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. CONTACT: 416-3921953 COST: $5 single class Fun exercise for seniors, through weekly sessions held on Wednesday mornings. Line Dancing WHEN: 11 a.m. to noon WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. CONTACT: 416-392-1953 Line dancing for seniors on Wednesdays. Beginners welcome, no partner needed, good exercise and fun. Scottish Country Dancing WHEN: 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. WHERE: Humbercrest United Church, 16 Baby Point Rd. CONTACT: Barbara, 416-766-3879 COST: Cost $5 per night Scottish Country Dancing takes place every Wednesday evening. Chinese Brush Painting WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. CONTACT: Swansea Area Seniors, 416-392-1953 Seniors art class: discover your talent working in this delicate art form on Thursday mornings.
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CROSSING THE FINISH LINE: Runnymede Junior School's Raia Parekh races for the finish line in the Grade 4 girls' race at the Toronto District School Board’s cross country meet in Centennial Park on Tuesday. Although teachers at many of the board’s schools have withdrawn extracurricular support to protest the government bill limiting their right to strike, about 46 schools and 3,000 students from the city’s west end participated.
FREE Community Workshops! Harvesting Health & Wellness This is our free Fall Workshop series designed by the mental health support and skill development program; Wednesdays, 1:30- 3:30 PM from October 10 to December 12, 2012 at Regeneration Community Services; workshops are on a drop in basis, no registration required; for more information call Ela at 416- 604 0640 ext. 1046 or Sandra at 416-703 9645 ext. 246. Healthy Eating Basics Thursdays, October 11 to November 8 1:30 - 3:30 pm The Four Villages Community Health Centre - Dundas Site (3446 Dundas St. W.) To register or for more information, call Sulana at 416-604-0640 x1070 Childcare available Concerning Cholesterol A FREE 8 week program offering education and support for people with high cholesterol Topics Include: Nutrition Education, Cooking Demonstration, Stress Management, Sharing Recipes, Supermarket Tour, Yoga Session Wednesdays (Starting Wednesday October 10, 2012) 6:00-8:00 pm The Four Villages Community Health Center - 1700 Bloor Street West To register & for more information, call Caroline at 416-604-3361 ***Registration Deadline: Monday October 8, 2012*** Homework Help - Volunteers Volunteer Tutors Needed We are looking for volunteers to tutor/mentor students at our Homework Help program. Program will run Mondays 3:30 ‐ 5:30 pm at The Four Villages Community Health Centre ‐ Dundas Site (3446 Dundas St. W.) • Tutor high school students from grades 9 to 12 • Help students improve their grades, gain confidence, and enhance study skills • Work with youth one‐on-one and in small groups • Tutors needed in all subjects • Commitment of 2 hrs/week for 6‐12 months is required For more info: Call Camilla at 416‐604‐0640 x6454 or email ask.us@4villages.on.ca
GOOD FORM ON THE LAWN: Vi Sadler bowls at The West Toronto Lawn Bowling Club, celebrating its centennial this year. The club just hosted an open house with refreshments in honour of Sports Day in Canada this past weekend. The club is open to everyone 12 and up, with games on Tuesday mornings and Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings from Victoria Day until Thanksgiving.
Homework Help Every Monday, 4:00 to 5:00 pm at The Four Villages Community Health Centre ‐ Dundas Site (3446 Dundas St. W.) We’re open during the summer too! Legal Clinic FAMILY LAW • Divorce • Custody • Child support Last Tuesday of the month 10:00 am - 1:00 pm IMMIGRATION LAW • Refugee applications • Applying for Canadian status • Other immigration questions Last Tuesday of the month 1:00 - 3:00 pm
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EMPLOYMENT & HUMAN RIGHTS LAW • Wrongful dismissal • Discrimination/harassment on the job • Minimum standards (withheld wages, etc.) • Disability • Healthy and safety Bimonthly - Last Wednesday, 4:00 - 6:00 pm Call 416-604-3361 to schedule an appointment. Timeout A drop-in for young parents and young expectant parents, aged 29 & under, where you can relax and spend time with other young parents while you learn and enjoy a wide range of activities! When: Every Wednesday (starting October 3, 2012) 5pm-7pm Where: Four Villages Community Health Centre Dundas site, 3446 Dundas Street West (between Jane and Runnymede) What else: Dinner, childcare and TTC tokens provided. Free workshops on sexual health, parenting, life skills and more. Support with housing, school, legal issues and other life stuff available. For more info, call 416.961.0113 x 154 or visit www.ppt.on.ca
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North York Hearts squad settles for runner-up The Toronto High Park under 15 boys soccer squad completed a spectacular comeback to win their tier two Ontario Cup provincial championship earlier this month in overtime penalty kicks over the Brampton Blast. Toronto needed two lastsecond goals by Luke Caccamo and Che Doucette, respectively, in the 90th and 92nd minute (in injury time) to tie the game at 2-2. The team then capped off the comeback on
overtime penalty kicks by a 2-1 margin. Toronto’s player of the game was Owen Roderick Gutierrez. To r o n t o H i g h P a r k advanced to the Ontario Cup championship game with a 2-1 semifinal win last month over Niagara Falls Titans. They came back in that game, as well, with goals at the 27th and 84th minute by Stephen Bell and Luke Caccamo, respectively. Toronto only had one other
team reach the Ontario Cup championship finals. The North York Hearts under 16 boys squad couldn’t quite complete their comeback in a 2-1 loss to Erin Mills Eagles in the tier one Ontario Cup championship final. After Erin Mills built up a 2-0 lead North York made things interesting with a goal in the 76th minute by Adam Alonzi, who was also took player of the game honours for his team.
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with fruit, power bars and sport drinks; Wheels of Bloor, which is providing extra tires, inner tubes, socks, air pumps and water bottles; Timothy’s (at Runnymede Road and Bloor Street West) for providing coffee for their Saturday morning send-off; I Press It, for printing all logos on their jerseys as well as Motel 6. “Without all these guys, we wouldn’t have been able
Hayden Mayeur, 15, (right) and Jonathan Garcia Limanni, 14, embarked on a 130-kilometre bike ride fromToronto to Niagara Falls with the goal of raising $20,000 for St. Joseph’s Health Centre.
to run this event.” But they were not left to their own devices. A support car carrying food and supplies followed them. Since July, the boys, who met last year in Grade 9, have been networking in the community, connecting with local schools in an effort to raise funds. To support Cycle for St. Joe’s, visit www.foundation. stjoe.on.ca
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