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Lisa RainfoRd lrainford@insidetoronto.com Inspired by a Canada Council initiative offering Syrian refugees free access to arts programming, the Theatre Centre, together with CultureLink, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to hire newcomers to work in its cafe bar. Franco Boni, executive director of the Theatre Centre, an arts hub specializing in experimental theatre and multimedia performances situated at Queen West and Dufferin streets, wondered if Syrian refugees new to Toronto would want to see one of its shows. “One thing theatre is so good at is being a community and creating a sense of belonging,” Boni told The Villager. “We have a cafe in our building. It plays an important part in connecting the community with our artists. I thought, ‘What about creating an opportunity for someone to have access to this community, to the people who live here?’” Especially, he added, if that someone is a Syrian newcomer >>>cafe, page 13
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ill Peters raves about the Swansea Town Hall’s homework club, which her youngest son took part in last year and has enrolled in again this school term. Peters’ son had just turned 11 and was in Grade 6 when she came across a flyer about the club at his school. She didn’t hesitate to sign him up, in part because it was free. Her son had been diagnosed with
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MP launches youth council in Parkdale-High Park Hilary Caton hcaton@insidetoronto.com Parkdale-High Park MP Arif Virani is launching the Parkdale-High Park Constituency Youth Council to engage youth in federal political issues. “We want to take their knowledge level and take it to the next level,” Virani told The Villager. The council, expected to meet several times a year, will explore topics that matter to youth such as climate change, education and youth employment. “Younger Canadians often bring things to the table that maybe don’t get enough attention, and are sometimes maybe discredited,” the MP explained. “But some of the best ideas come from them because they’re not cynical, they’re not jaded and they have a different way of doing things. You want that sort of fresh perspective because without that you get a more stagnating govern-
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MP Arif Virani’s ParkdaleHigh Park Constituency Youth Council aims to engage young people in the riding.
ment process and that’s the last thing we want.” The council’s 20 spots are open to youth between the ages of 15 and 20. The application deadline is Sept 30. To apply, visit http:// avirani.liberal.ca/news-nouvelles/parkdale-high-parkyouth-council
>>>from page 1 The club’s goal is to help kids learn independently and to show them that learning can be fun. Part of its success is that local high school students mentor the children. “They’re so enthusiastic,” Peters said of the teens who volunteer to tutor. The younger kids are keen to learn from older peers rather than an adult. Program co-ordinator Monique Schwarz said the kids “really connected with the teens.” “We’re trying to attract elementary school students who don’t have the means to have a private tutor,” Carol Walmsley, a spokesperson for the town hall, said. Avery Schwarz and Sophie Chase, both Grade 12 students, are volunteers who advise the tutors. “We’re trying to teach in a way that’s not like in the classroom,” said Avery, adding that they engage the kids in ice-breaker games, educational and camp-like activities that everyone can participate in. The club serves as a supportive place where students can get help to get their homework done; however, it’s also where they can gain the skills they don’t have in an environment that’s enriched, Schwarz said. “There is a lot of talk about homework and the validity of homework. Some parents are pro-homework; some want less,” she said. “I think it’s got to be meaningful.”
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Schools in Shanghai and China assign the most homework around the world. According to a 2014 study conducted by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), whose mission is to “promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world,” those students spent an average of 14 hours per week on homework. Source: OECD
According to a 2011-2012 Toronto District School Board Student Census, the number one reason students in grades seven to 12 did not finish their homework was spending time with friends. Other reasons included participating in sports or recreational activities.
For Peters’ son, completing homework at home causes him “great stress.” It’s a challenge to be self-driven, she said. Her oldest son, who’s in Grade 11, has a minimum of three hours of homework each night. According to its policy, the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) says the purpose of
Spearheaded by the Swansea Town Hall, which identified a need in the community for free tutoring, the homework club is still in the pilot project stage. Open to students in grades 4 to 8, it is set to begin for a third term on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the town hall and will continue weekly until Dec. 1. The only requirement is that participants must complete a contract form and questionnaire. Parents and guardians must also complete a permission form (forms are available at www.bit.ly/1pJTwqy).
In comparison, Canadian and American students spent about six hours a week completing homework. Those in Finland and Korea spent less than three hours. Source: OECD
Lots of homework does not necessarily mean more educated students. This year, Finland earned the title of number one in literacy in the world, even though its students only attend school for approximately five hours a day. Source: Study ‘World’s Most Literate Nations’
homework is to enhance student learning. “Homework should be reviewed by teachers so that they know where the students are now and how to better direct them towards their learning goals,” the document states. Not only is homework assigned when work has not been completed in class, but also for practice and preparation so students can review the skills and concepts taught in class and prepare themselves for upcoming lessons, the TDSB states. “Also, where appropriate, homework assignments shall be differentiated to reflect the unique needs of the child,” the policy states. The merits of home-
work have long been a hot topic for debate, but an American teacher’s recent letter to parents that said there would be “no formally assigned homework this year” only added fuel to the fire after it went viral on social media. Instead, she encouraged families to eat dinner together, read, play outside, and “get your child to bed early.” Regardless of the debate, Peters said she isn’t shy about telling everyone she knows about how impactful the Swansea homework club is for her son. For further details, visit http://bit.ly/1pJTwqy or email sthhomeworkclub@ gmail.com
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he message delivered at an anti-violence seminar for youth held in Toronto last week was “just think first”. Unfortunately, based on the past weekend, the message didn’t get through. A 15-year-old boy was killed after a stabbing on the bus platform of the Scarborough Centre SRT station Friday, Sept. 23. The stabbing was part of a fight between two groups of about 25 young people on the platform. The night after, a 17-year-old boy was injured in a stabbing at the YMCA located close to the station. Police aren’t saying if the incidents are connected. Either way, the toll this violence takes on the families and friends of the OuR ViEW victims, and our city as a whole, lasts forever. And it’s all so unnecessary. Let’s build There is nothing 15-year-old Kareem Derr could have done hope for Friday night that should have young people ended in his murder. But that’s what happened, and now his family must deal with the loss of a son and brother. Somebody made a decision to stab him, and when that person is caught their life will also be ruined. What the Just Think 1st TO summit was trying to achieve last week was making young people understand the consequences of violence. Specifically, it was aimed at residents who “by virtue of lifestyle and or lack of conflict resolution skills have a heightened propensity to resort to gun violence as a solution to a problem or challenge.” They could have inserted knife for gun in that statement as the end result is the same. One life lost and another ruined. The event was hosted by RISE Edutainment at a Scarborough community centre where young people gather. Randall Adjei, of RISE, said young people need to think more critically about the effects of violence. “It’s a deeply-rooted systemic issue,” he said. So how do we deal with that? Building hope for young people at risk of turning to violence by providing them with educational and employment opportunities is a start. That will make them more able and willing to stand up to violence, and not use it as a way to solve petty issues. As Adjei said, much of how we deal with violence is our reaction to it after the fact. Ways of preventing violence in the first place are far more valuable solutions.
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Scuttled licensing plan is a gift for Toronto cyclists People who use their bicycles to commute may not all see it this way, but for many, the end of September means the end of prime bike commuting weather in Toronto. It’s going to get darker and colder and slipperier from here on out. At City Hall, councillors on the public works and infrastructure committee celebrated that end this week with two gifts to those cyclists: one, approving a plan to go ahead with separated bike lanes on Woodbine Avenue in the Beach community and, another, to kill a motion by Etobicoke Centre Councillor Stephen Holyday to look at a system for licensing cyclists. It was a good morning’s work. The separated lanes on Woodbine will be a boon to bike riders in the east end, making, as Jared Kolb of CycleToronto noted, a safe and separated route from near the edge of Scarborough to downtown Toronto. And that bicycle licens-
david nickle the city ing plan? Holyday’s brainchild was probably never going to go anywhere even if it had made it through the committee. In 1995, the former City of Toronto studied the idea and rejected it as costly and ineffective, and that rejection has been good enough for subsequent councils, who occasionally see attempts to get a report that says something different. The impetus for bike licensing – an idea that has caught on exactly nowhere – is usually presented as a measure to control joyriding cyclists: if you don’t get off that sidewalk, son, we’re going to take away your license. Blow through that stop sign will you? Better get a Presto card because that bike’s going nowhere. As Holyday notes, a Forum Research poll found that more than half
of its respondents wanted to see a bicycle licensing fee applied in Toronto. One would have to speculate as to why all those people wanted the fee in place, but it’s unlikely to be the same reasons that Holyday articulated in his motion and at committee: namely, to be able to gather data for future infrastructure planning, and to encourage more people to make use of a city datamining cycling phone app. It’s not entirely clear that these form the core of Holyday’s motivations, either. Earlier this year, the scion of former councillor Doug Holyday’s political dynasty named himself as the defender of the rights of the driver, and made certain to insist on a very fine-grained study of the separated bike lane pilot project on Bloor Street. Young Stephen doesn’t like to bring his father’s fire to the floor of council, but he does bring the old man’s automobile-centric
skepticism of two-wheeled transportation. This time, the committee was having none of it, and Holyday’s motion was deferred indefinitely. The fact is that council has already put its will behind bicycle transportation. It’s approved a 10-year cycling plan that is based on a great deal of study, consultation and data-gathering already conducted. There’s no need for a licensing system to gather more data, it’s unlikely that the licenses would generate enough revenue to pay for even a miniscule portion of the cost of providing bicycle infrastructure on roads, and police can enforce the Highway Traffic Act any time they see fit. Really, it’s just time to get on with planning and building the infrastructure – and accepting that bike riders are a part of the city’s fabric.
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A Massachusetts mom was accosted by a stranger who said allowing her three-year-old son nicknamed “Roo” to wear a tutu was child abuse. Her Facebook response went viral: “Roo may not always want to dress this way, but we hope that he’ll remember that, when he did, he was loved,” she wrote.
and lifestyle for their only child, who is also autistic. “I avoid using pronouns when I can,” Randy says. He uses Micah’s first
name when he thinks of it, but it can get confusing and emotional. “I tell her – them – ‘when you correct me…don’t yell. I understand you’re passionate about it, but I forget. It doesn’t mean I’m being disrespectful.’” The Kleins say they will stand by their child, wherever this journey takes them. In the meantime, Mandy says gender-neutral departments in stores would make life easier. It could happen. Parts of society that have traditionally been segregated are undergoing a rapid re-think. Anthems are being rewritten, Facebook invites you to customize your gender profile, the Oxford Dictionaries website added Mx as an alternative to Mr. or Mrs., and everywhere, lines are blurring between male and female. Here are some of the shifts we’ve noticed:
PUBLIC WASHROOMS All-access washrooms are popping up everywhere and this summer, Toronto’s CNE garnered accolades for
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Bloordale Village lot slated for affordable housing >>>from page 1 “I think (the process) will move quite fast.” So far, as many as seven bids from a combination of private and non-profit developers wishing to build afford-
able housing have come in at other available sites, Tory pointed out. The 15 identified properties together represent 1,750 rental homes, and more than 640 affordable ownership
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to be built across the city. In May, 550 families on Toronto’s affordable housing waiting list received new housing allowances – $250 a month – to supplement the cost of their rent while maintaining their spot on the waiting list, Tory said. The city will have invested $900 million by the end of the year towards its share of the $2.6 billion repair backlog at Toronto Community Housing. “We are working hard to keep our city affordable and livable,” Tory said. “We need the federal and provincial governments to take action. The shortage of affordable housing is a serious social issue, but also an economic issue.” That’s the mission of Friday’s housing summit, to convince both federal and provincial governments to step up and take a larger role in addressing the affordable housing crisis that’s happening in most Canadian cities.
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Davenport Councillor Ana Bailã o, Toronto City Council’s housing advocate, and Mayor John Tory announced that the city is taking action to build more affordable housing. They announced surplus land at 640 Lansdowne Ave., a former TTC lot, will soon be turned into an affordable housing site.
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Healey Willan Singers Women’s Choir Audition WHEN: 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WHERE: St. Martin in-the-Fields Anglican Church, 151 Glenlake Ave. CONTACT: Ron Cheung, 416-5190528, www.healeywillansingers. COST: Free Looking for new singers (both sopranos and altos) to join the ensemble. Repertoire includes music from medieval times to contemporary, with a special emphasis on Canadian works and music written by women composers.
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Autumn Splendour Photo-Buff Walk WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. WHERE: High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W. CONTACT: John Howard, highparkwalkingtours@yahoo.ca COST: Free Bring your camera or photo device and shoot nature’s colourful glory with High Park photographer David Allen. Meet at the benches across from the Grenadier Restaurant.
Poetry Saved Our Lives WHEN: 4 to 6 p.m. WHERE: Jane/ Dundas Library, 620 Jane St. CONTACT: Kara, 416-394-1014 COST: Free Award-winning spoken word champion, Ian Keteku leads a spoken word workshop.
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100th Anniversary of High Park Branch - Open House WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. WHERE: High Park Library, 228 Roncesvalles Ave. CONTACT: 416-393-7671 COST: Free Heritage Toronto plaque unveiling at 1 p.m. Architect Alec Keefer leads a walk, “A Veritable Treasure Trove: The High Park Neighbourhood”.
Salsa All-Stars workshop WHEN: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. WHERE: Dovercourt House, 805 Dovercourt Rd. CONTACT: serena_123_456@ hotmail.com COST: $45 A set of workshops with guest artists Brandon and Benny (Portland, USA/ Mexico) and Charlie and Delia (New York, USA).
Quintessential Bellydance WHEN: 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Jane/ Dundas Library, 620 Jane St. CONTACT: 416-394-1014 COST: Free Dancer Evyenia Karmi offers a glimpse into the exotic world of bellydance. Participants will observe and learn a short choreography. Registration required.
Fundraising Concert WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Runnymede Community Church, 60 Colbeck St. CONTACT: www.runnymedechurch.org COST: Free Hear award-winning singer/songwriter Ali Matthews in a fundraising concert in support of a newcomer/ refugee family. Everyone welcome.
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Who Goes To The Park? WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to noon WHERE: High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W. CONTACT: highparkwalkingtours@yahoo. ca COST: Free Guided by the paintings and poetry of Warabe Aska’s book of the same name. Meet at the benches across the road from Grenadier Restaurant Kids Curling Open House WHEN: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WHERE: High Park Curling Club, 100 Indian Rd. CONTACT: jmacinnis@ rogers.com COST: Free Kids get on the ice and “give it a throw”. Clean pair of running shoes that have not been worn outside re-
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International Affairs Discussion Group WHEN: 7 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Annette Street Library, 145 Annette St. CONTACT: 416-393-7521 COST: Free Historian Keith Hyde hosts a new series of monthly discussions about international affairs.
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Shout Sister Toronto South West WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Roncesvalles United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave. CONTACT: shannon@ shoutsisterchoir.ca COST: dues Welcoming new members. This is an all-inclusive women’s choir, which sings a variety of music.
Swansea Historical Society Meeting WHEN: 7:30 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Ave. CONTACT: 647-859-3901 COST: Free Speaker: John Beram on Toronto’s Association with the U.S. Civil War.
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West Toronto Junction Historical WHEN: 6:45 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Annette Street Library, 145 Annette St. CONTACT: 416-393-7692 COST: Free Monthly business meeting followed by a presentation. Everyone welcome.
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Step-Parent Support Group WHEN: 7 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavina Ave. CONTACT: 416-669-3785 COST: Free Share your experiences and ideas.
Author Talk: Bianca Lakoseljac WHEN: 7 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Annette Street Library, 145 Annette St. CONTACT: 416-393-7692 COST: Free Stone Woman author Bianca Lakoseljac will discuss the inspiration for this book and read an excerpt if requested, and answer questions.
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Backing Onto Humber River, Premium 350 Ft. Lot, Landscaped Resort Like Oasis, Inground Pool, Cabana, Patio, Amazing Views, Stately Renovated 5 Bedroom 2 Storey, 6 Bathrooms, Exudes Charm, Character & Luxury. Crown Mouldings, Heated Floors, Formal Dining Room, Gourmet Kitchen, Finished Bsmt, Nanny Suite, Master Bedroom Retreat, Walkout to Spectacular Balcony, Elegance Personified, Steps to Amenities & Subway! $4,588,000
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WOODBRIDGE RANCH BUNGALOW
Stunning 3+2 Bdrm home with over $250K in Upgrades in Coveted Area, Steps to Kortright Conservation + Humber river Trails, 4,000 Sq Ft of living space, Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen with Quartz Island, Large Master with 5pc Ensuite, Huge Entertainer’s Rec Room, Landscaped Grounds, 2 Car Garage, 9 Ft Ceilings, Only $1,349,000!
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Large 3 bd 2 bath bungalow with double garage on 60 x 117ft lot in Sought after location with new builds all around.. Huge driveway fits 5 cars. Separate entrance to fully finished 2 bdrm basement In-Law Suite. Close to all amenities. Amazing potential only $899,900!!
RENOVATED 6 BEDROOM 2 STOREY Quiet High Demand Neighbourhood, Situated on 390 ft Deep Lot, Stunning Open Concept Layout, Gleaming Hardwood Floors, Gourmet Family Size Kitchen, S/S Appliances, Formal Dining Room, Spacious Bright Large Living Rm, Massive Family Room, Walkout to Deck Overlooking Large Backyard, Finished Basement, Enclosed Sunroom, Double Garage Plus Much More! Only $1,299,900!
RANCH STYLE BUNGALOW ON PREMIUM LOT!
Renovated 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath Detached Home in High Demand Family Neighbourhood Surrounded by Million Dollar Homes. Spacious Living Room with Fireplace. Large Master Retreat Addition, Chef’s Kitchen with Marble Island, S/S Appliances, and Family Room with Walk-Out to Private, Tranquil, English Garden. Steps to Great Schools, Shopping, and Restaurants. Only $899,800.
Simply Spectacular Residence in Midtown Toronto, 6 Lots Combined to Build this Dream Home + Resort Like Property. 7,500 Sq Ft of Living Spaces, Bright Sunlit Open Concept Layout Living Room, Custom Designed Chef’s Kitchen, Custom Loft, Master Bedroom Retreat, Rec Room with Floating Stage, Sound Proof Theatre Room, 9 Skylights, 650 Led Pot Lights, Resort Like Inground Pool, Plus much more! $3,888,800
SPECTACULAR CUSTOM LUXURY 2 STOREY
Situated on a 165 Ft Deep lot, High Demand Neighbourhood, Open Concept Layout, 5 Bathrooms, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Fireplaces, 4 Walkouts, Quality Finishes, Gleaming Hardwood Floors, Crown Mouldings, Coffered Ceilings, Recess Lighting, Formal Dining Room, Family Rm with Built-Ins + Gas Fireplace, Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Countertop, S/S Appliances, Master Bdrm Retreat, W/I Closet, Dream Ensuite, Walkout Finished Bsmt, High Ceilings Plus Much More! $1,980,000!
PRINCESS ANNE MANOR!!
Absolutely Stunning 3 + 2 Bedroom “Manor” Bungalow Situated On Large Pool-Size Lot!! Spacious & Fully Upgraded With All The Charm! Fabulous Gourmet Kitchen, Open Living/ Dining Area, Master Bedroom W/ Ensuite, W/O Basement, Private Backyard Retreat W/ Sprawling Deck, Amazing School District (Richview & John G. Althouse)! An Absolute Must See, Only $1,298,000!
DETACHED 2 STOREY $799,900
Gleaming Hardwood Floor, Picture Window, Open Concept Living Room, Family Size Kitchen, Walkout Deck Overlooking Landscaped Lot, 3+1 Bedroom, Finished Basement with Separate Entrance, Parking for 5 Cars, Steps to Transit, Amenities, Park + Fabulous Schools!
3,700 SQ FT ETOBICOKE 2 STOREY
Sensational Home Facing Ravine on a Huge 50 x 160 Ft Lot, Custom Built with Rare Master Bdrm Retreat Including Living Room, Kitchen & Balcony, 2nd Master Bedroom on Main, Potential 2 Bdrm Bsmt Apt, Chef’s Kitchen, 11 Ft Sunken Family Rm, 8 Car Parking, Home Shown on TV! $1,888,000!
MAPLE CUSTOM-BUILT LUXURY!!
Absolutely Stunning Approximately 3,000 Sq Ft Of Luxury Living Space Located In Prestigious Neighbourhood!! Quality Workmanship Throughout. Huge Gourmet Kitchen W/ High-End Viking Appliances, Large Island And Separate Pantry, Sunken Open-Concept Family Room W/ Soaring 18’ Ceiling, Main Floor Living Room/Office, Finished W/O Basement & Much More! Amazing Property, Amazing Opportunity! Only $1,595,000!!
1,700 SQ FT DOWNTOWN CONDO! Sensational Innovative 2 Bdrm Corner Suite with Breathtaking Views of Lake and CN Tower! New ‘L’ Building at Coveted Yonge/Esplanade! Granite Chef’s Kitchen, 9 Foot Ceilings, 2 Balconies, Marble Baths, World Class Amenities! Steps to Union Station, Rogers Center, St. Lawrence Market! $1,275,000!
RENOVATED MIMICO DETACHED
Gorgeous 3+1 Bdrm 2 Storey, Open Concept Living Rm, Bright Filled Charm + Character, Gleaming Hardwood Floor, Fireplace, Crown Mouldings, Formal Dining, New Modern Kitchen, Built- in Stainless Steel Appliances, Breakfast Bar, Walkout to Large Deck, Gas BBQ Hookup, Separate Side Entrance to Professionally, Finished Basement Ideal for Entertaining, Great Schools, Steps to Park, Transit + Lake! Only $799,900!
THE ANNEX! One of the Most Sought After Neighbourhoods! Detached 4+1 Bedroom 2 Storey, Oversized Garage, Walkout to Balcony on 1st + 2nd Floor, Separate Entrance to Finished Basement, Ideal for In-Law Suite, Solarium, Landscaped, Interlock, Perennials, Walk out to Patio, Close to Amenities, University, Hospital + Transit, Amazing Opportunity! $999,900!
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Detached 3+1 Bdrm Situated on a Large Lot, Open Concept Living Room, Formal Dining, Renovated Kitchen, Granite Countertop, Stainless Steel Appliances, Separate Side Entrance to Beautiful In-Law Suite, Renovated Baths, Fenced Yard, Interlocking Patio, Shed, Playhouse, Long 6 Car Driveway, Fabulous Neighbourhood, Close to Centennial Park, Simply Must be Seen! $799,000!
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High Demand Neighbourhood, Steps to Bishop Allen, ESA and Karen Kain Schools, Maple Kitchen with Granite, Stainless Steel Appliances and Heated Floor, Bath with Jacuzzi Tub, Newer 1 Bdrm In-Law Suite, Walkout to Large Deck and Detached Garage, Absolutely Must be Seen! Just move in and enjoy! Only $769,000!
Fabulous Quiet Family Neighbourhood 4+1 Bedroom, Open Concept Living Room, Hardwood Floor, Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Finished Bsmt, Large Rec Room, Ideal for Entertaining, Walk-out to Deck, Overlooking Landscaped Yard, Double Garage, Amazing Opportunity! Must be seen!
Bright & Spacious 3+1 Bedroom Situated On Large Pool-Size Lot!! Incredible Opportunity To Update/ Renovate This Solidly Built Home Featuring Open Concept Living/Dining Area, Large Bedrooms, Finished Basement & Huge Backyard. Fabulous Neighbourhood, Only $699,900!
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STUNNING SEMI! Newer 3 bedroom Plus Den. Large Open Concept Main Floor with 9Ft Ceiling, Gas Fireplace, Custom Shutters. Steps To All Conveniences and Much More. Must Be Seen! Just Move In And Enjoy. Only $649,900!!
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Exquisite 1,020 Sq Ft, 2 Bdrm at Marina Del Ray, Renovated Top to Bottom with the Finest Materials overlooking Lake and Marina, Quartz Kitchen, Spalike Baths, Coffered Ceilings, Niches, Built-ins, Sensational Crown Jewel! Truly must be seen! Only $698,000!
1,300 SQ FT OF LUXURY
2+1 Bdrm Corner Unit with Enormous Wrap Around Balcony in Newer Boutique Building, Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen with 10 Ft Quartz Island, 9 ft Ceilings, Huge Bdrms with 4pc Ensuites, $10K Custom Doors, Amazing Location in Norseman School District, Minutes to Downtown! Only $549,900!
Luxurious 2 BR, 2 Bath soft loft with 17 ft. Ceilings located in most desirable neighbourhood. 2nd Storey master retreat with 4 pc ensuite and walk-in closet. Open concept living with large kitchen with island and s/s appliances. Too many amenities to list and only steps to Yonge st subway. Only $649,999!
SUPER VALUE!! Beautifully Updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with separate entrance to gorgeous in- law suite! Hardwood floors thru-out, fenced yard, lots of parking, great family area close to transit and Hwy, Must be seen only $549,900.
PRIME DOWNTOWN LOCATION!
Luxury 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Condo in the Heart of the City, steps to CN Tower, Rogers Centre, Sobeys, TTC, Banks, Schools, Fine Dining, and Lake Shore. Great turn-key home or investment. Amazing Opportunity, Must Be Seen! Only $449,900!
RENOVATED DETACHED!
3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Open Concept home nestled in desirable neighbourhood. Large Eat-In Kitchen with Granite Countertops, S/S Appliances and Island. Gleaming Hardwood throughout. In-Law Suite in Basement with Separate Entrance. Large fenced-in private back yard with 2 Parking Spots and access to detached garage. Steps to transit, schools, shopping, and parks.
Sold in 1 WK For 112% oF aSKinG!
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY! Downtown Brampton Detached Brick 2 Storey on a Huge 40 x 158 Ft Lot on Busy Queen St W. Perfect for Business Owners, Developers, Renovators, Investors etc. Can divide into separate units, Ideal for Accountants, Lawyers, Chiropractors, Long Private Drive with 6 Car Parking, Steps to Gage Park! Only $599,000!
NEW “CLOUD 9” CONDO!!”
Fabulous, Newly-Built 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Corner Unit!! Spacious Split Bedroom Layout, Modern Kitchen W/ Granite Counters And Stainless Steel Appliances, Master With W/I Closet And Ensuite Bath, Huge Wrap-Around Terrace W/ Bright WestFacing Exposure. Includes Parking Spot & Locker. Building Amenities Include Indoor Pool, Gym & 24Hr Security. Must Be Seen, Only $395,000!
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ETOBICOKE LOT Brick Bungalow on a Large 36 x 150 Ft Lot in Sought After Quiet Pocket, Opportunity for Renovators, Contractors, Builders, Nestled Amongst Million + Rebuilds/ New Homes, Steps to Great Schools, Golf Course and TTC! Sold FaSt For 109% oF aSKinG!
INCREDIBLY SPACIOUS! Lovingly maintained 3 bd 3 bath multi-level townhouse with hardwood floors throughout, Finished basement and private backyard. Excellent location! Peaceful community with high-ranking schools. Only $574,900!!
SOUTH KINGSWAY ESTATE SALE Highly Sought After Neighbourhood, Fantastic Opportunity, 2 Bedroom 2 Storey Condo, Low Maintenance Fees, Needs TLC, Close to Transit, High Park + Walk to Bloor West! Only $369,900!
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GORGEOUS TOWNHOME!!! Bright Newer Stacked Townhouse with Great Views and Oversized Garage! Approx. 1,000 Sq Ft, Private Balcony, Huge Master, Steps to Park, Close to Hwy 400 + 401. Super Value! Only $335,000!
WILLOWDALE OPPORTUNITY!
Executive Condo Suite! Modern kitchen with Granite Counter tops and Stainless Steel Appliances, gleaming laminate floors. Huge balcony with beautiful North Exposure. Parking and Large locker included. Amazing location and opportunity. Must be seen, only $329,900!
MOVE IN AND ENjOY! Beautifully renovated 2 bedroom! Features custom kitchen with all Stainless Steel appliances, bamboo flooring, Parking and locker included. Close to Go Station, TTC, Subway, Schools and the 401 highway. Just move in an enjoy! Only $319,500!
LUXURY UNIONVILLE CONDO!
“The Verdale” In Markham!! Bright Open Concept Suite W/ 9’ Ceilings, Upgraded Kitchen W/ Granite Counters, Custom Backsplash, Stainless Steel Appliances & Breakfast Bar, Hardwood Floors & Much More. Comes Complete W/ Parking Spot & Locker. Located In The Heart Of Downtown Markham! Close To Shopping, Transit & All Amenities. Amazing Value – Must Be Seen! Only $299,900!
GLEN ABBEY CONDO!
Renovated 2 Bdrm Unit Facing Ravine, Steps to Abbey Park H.S and Pilgrim Wood. Gourmet Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Huge Living Rm with Walkout to Balcony! Large Master with Walk-in Closet, Wood Fireplace, Comes with Parking and Storage Locker! Super Value!
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$549,000 Gorgeous reno 3 apartments. Easy single family home. 2 storey addition at the back. Main floor lux apt; new hardwood fl, pot lights, new windows. Fabulous custom wood kitchen w/quartz counters, newer appliances. Large open living/dining area. Master bedroom w/o patio & yard. Updated 2 floor one bdrm apartment. Beautiful reno basement one bedroom apartment; high ceilings & w/o yard. Legal front parking. Good neighbourhood Just north of St Clair & Wallmar, west of Runnymede. TTC by the door. Great buy!!! More info: wwwsidorovainwood.com
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tomer service, cash and safe food handling, particularly SmartServe certification, Lisa Randall, a spokesperson for CultureLink, said. She said she’s hoping an apprenticeship at the cafe will act as a springboard to other opportunities. “This is one concrete way we can help a (Syrian) family,” Randall said. CultureLink, a not-forprofit, community-based organization in the Bloor West and Dundas West streets area that facilitates the settlement of newcomers to Toronto, is currently providing a mentorship program that connects Syrian newcomers with mentor volunteers. The end goal is to help refugees adapt to living in Toronto by learn-
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Roncesvalles Polish Festival Above, children with the Polonez dance ensemble perform during Roncesvalles Polish Festival events along Roncesvalles Avenue between Queen and Dundas streets earlier this month. Top right, Mary Sowinski (left) and Ray Kanoza share a dance. At right, Visitors ride the ferris wheel.
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Morning Glory Cycling Club bike drive returns to west-end Toronto The Morning Glory Cycling Club, in partnership with Gears Bike Shop, the Ontario Cycling Association (OCA) and Minto Properties, is hosting its fifth annual bike giveaway Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m., at 111 Pacific Ave.
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