insidetoronto.com | mirror city centre
CASA LOMA GETS SPOOKY WITH LEGENDS OF HORROR RUNNING UNTIL HALLOWEEN Historic Casa Loma is hosting Legends of Horror throughout October, an immersive theatrical experience that sees Dracula lead guests around the castle’s exterior through a series of horror-themed exhibits. James Shay/photo FULL STORY: bit.ly/casalomaspooky WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: The frightful display will play on various fears such as classic horror movie monsters.
CYCLING ADVOCATES CELEBRATE PILOT PROJECT’S ANNIVERSARY A few months into a pilot project that has seen bike lanes added to Bloor Street West, cycling advocates gathered to celebrate what they say has been a huge success. Cyclists assembled at Ave Maria Latin Café on Oct. 12 for a Bloor bike lanes “love-in” to encourage retail activity along Bloor Street. Submitted photo FULL STORY: bit.ly/bloorbikelane WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: The city is monitoring bike lane impacts until next summer before deciding to keep them or not.
MUSIC GROUP CEOL KIDS TO HONOUR GORD DOWNIE WITH SPECIAL CONCERT
OCT. 20, 2016 KEEP IN TOUCH
@InsideTOnews
Facebook.com/ InsideToronto
Tragically Hip lead singer Gord Downie has had an immeasurable impact on Canada’s music scene. Now, Ceol Kids, a collection of Toronto rockers from various bands, will play a one-off concert in support of the Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research. Eric Brazier/photo FULL STORY: bit.ly/ceolkids WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Ceol Kids will be performing a by-request show with each act taking on one of the Hip’s songs.
PROCREATION PROBLEM SOLVERS AT THE TORONTO ZOO GET A LITTLE WILD Those treated by Dr. Gabriela Mastromonaco aren’t your typical patients seeking reproductive assistance. They’re housed in the Toronto Zoo, specifically selected for artificial insemination in hopes of producing offspring to keep numbers of their species up and, if possible, to release these animals back into their natural habitats. Ryan Pfeiffer/Metroland FEATURE: Pages 12 and 13
A man faces charges in what Toronto police say is the largest cocaine seizure ever made in the city. The six-week investigation, conducted by the drug squad, was dubbed Project Polar. The seized drugs have a total street value of $8.98 million ($7.3 million in cocaine). Dan Pearce/Metroland FULL STORY: bit.ly/bigdrugbust WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Police say there’s a larger organized crime component to the ongoing investigation.
Facebook.com/InsideToronto
insidetoronto.com | city news
MAN CHARGED IN LARGEST COCAINE SEIZURE IN TORONTO POLICE HISTORY
| OCT 20 2016
@InsideTOnews
ONTARIO COALITION AGAINST POVERTY DEMANDS FIXES TO HOUSING FUND
2
Members of the Ontario Coalition Against Poverty marched on Toronto City Hall this past week to demand that Mayor John Tory and Community and Social Services Chair James Pasternak immediately restore a $13 million cut from the Housing Stabilization Fund. David Nickle/Metroland FULL STORY: bit.ly/ocaprally WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Spokesperson for the mayor’s office invited OCAP members to attend consultations.
MOST TORONTONIANS WANT SPECIAL TAX ON FOREIGN HOME BUYERS: POLL Most Torontonians want to charge foreign buyers of city real estate a special tax, according to a poll commissioned by ScarboroughAgincourt councillor (Ward 39) Jim Karygiannis. The Mainstreet survey shows 52 per cent of 1,045 residents support a special tax. Carlos Osorio/Toronto Star FULL STORY: bit.ly/pollhometax WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: The Scarborough councillor also says the tax is a revenue tool for a city that is cash-strapped.
BENEFITS OUTLINED FOR EXPO TORONTO Supporters for a Toronto bid to host Expo in 2025 brought a new privately-funded report to hard sell the idea at City Hall. FULL STORY: bit.ly/toexpo2025 WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Bid would focus on portlands.
@InsideTOnews
With gold trowels in hand and yellow construction hats on their heads, kindergarten students at Avondale Public School helped dig dirt that will be cleared to make way for their new school building during a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday. Dan Pearce/Metroland FULL STORY: bit.ly/avondaleps WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: New school building will include five kindergarten classrooms, 16 standard classrooms and much more.
Facebook.com/InsideToronto
HOUSE PRICES IN WILLOWDALE HAVE GONE ‘INSANE’ SAYS COUNCILLOR FILION Toronto needs a “land speculation tax” on some foreign home buyers, said North York Councillor John Filion whose ward has seen some of the city’s biggest price jumps. In Willowdale, costs for detached homes, “have gone completely insane,” he noted, fueled by money coming from other countries. Melissa Renwick/Toronto Star FULL STORY: bit.ly/homepriceup WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Filion said a tax is a good idea but only for foreign investors who buy up properties to flip them.
IMAGES RELEASED OF WITNESSES TO MURDER OUTSIDE JANE STREET BAR
NORTH YORK RESIDENT LAUNCHES COOKBOOK FOR SICKKIDS FOUNDATION
FULL STORY: bit.ly/sickkidsbook WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Proceeds from the cookbook sales go towards SickKids Foundation to support leukemia research.
Police are trying to locate two witnesses into coming forward in a double stabbing that took the life of a man and seriously injured his older brother. Kiowa Wind McComb, 20, and his 23-year-old brother got into an argument with another patron at Gucci’s Bar and Grill at 1693 Jane St. on Feb. 9. Submitted photo FULL STORY: bit.ly/janestreetbar WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Both witnesses are known to frequent bars in the Jane and Lawrence area.
OCT 20 2016 |
The cookbook, which costs $30, consists of more than 100 recipes including Grandma’s Sneaky Tomato Sauce, Caramelized Blueberry Panini and Chocolate Pecan Pie, plus Blainey’s stories about SickKids, photos and artwork. Submitted photo
north york | insidetoronto.com
GROUNDBREAKING TAKES PLACE FOR NEW AVONDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL IN NORTH YORK
3
2016
THIS IS IT. YOUR LAST CHANCE TO GET INTO A 2016 WITH UP TO
14,000 14000
$
^
IN CASH REBATE ON SELECT 2016 TITAN XD MODELS
R ROGUE OGUE
®
UP TO
STANDARD RATE FINANCE CASH
PLUS LOYALTY BONUS
5,000 $600
$
ON 2016 SENTRA S MT
+
WHEN FINANCING OR LEASING WITH NCF
S SL LA AWD WD P Premium remium m odel sh own▲ model shown
SE SENTRA NTR A® UP TO 1.8 1.8 SR SR model shown shown▲ model
CLEARANCE CASH
3,750
$
ON 2016 SENTRA S MT
*
PLUS LOYALTY BONUS
500
$
WHEN FINANCING OR LEASING WITH NCF
NOW ALL HONDA, TOYOTA, HYUNDAI, MAZDA AND NISSAN OWNERS GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO OUR LOYALTY PROGRAM.
$2 ,000 BONUS GET UP TOWHEN A FINANCING OR LEASING WITH NCF
**
ALREADY DRIVING A NISSAN? OUR LOYALTY PROGRAM HAS GREAT OFFERS! VISIT CHOOSENISSAN.CA OR YOUR LOCAL RETAILER • ENDS OCTOBER 31ST Offers available from October 1-31 2016. ˆ$14,000 Cash Rebate is applicable on the cash purchase of a 2016 Titan XD Diesel Platinum Reserve (3CPD96 AA00/AA50) which will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. Cash rebate is not combinable with lease and finance offers. *Fully stackable clearance cash discount of $3,750 will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and is applicable only to customers purchasing, financing or leasing any new 2016 Sentra S MT (C4LG56 AA00). +Standard rate finance cash discount of $5,000 will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and is applicable only to customers financing any 2016 Rogue SL Premium (YDG16 BK00) through NCF at standard rates. The cash discounts cannot be combined with lease or finance subvented rates or with any other offer. **Loyalty Bonus (“Offer”) is available only to eligible customers who, in the 90 days preceding the date of lease/finance of an Eligible New Vehicle (defined below), have leased or financed a 2007 or newer Nissan, Honda, Toyota, Mazda or Hyundai brand vehicle (an “Existing Vehicle”) within past 90-days. Eligibility for the Offer will be determined by Nissan Canada Inc. (“NCI”) in its sole discretion. Proof of current ownership/lease/finance contract will be required. Offer is not transferrable or assignable, except to the current owner’s spouse or a co-owner/co-lease of the existing vehicle (either of whom must reside within the same household as the intended recipient of the offer). Individuals who purchased/leased a vehicle under a business name can qualify for the program provided that the new deal is not a fleet deal and that the individual can provide valid documentation that they are the registered primary owner of the business. If the eligible customer elects to lease or finance a new and previously unregistered model year 2016 Nissan brand vehicle (excluding NV, Fleet and daily rentals) (an “Eligible New Vehicle”) through Nissan Canada Finance Inc. (collectively “NCF”), then he/she will receive a specified amount of NCF Loyalty Bonus, as follows: (i) 2016 Altima ($2,000); (ii) 2016 Micra/Versa Note/Sentra ($500); (iii) 2016 Juke/Rogue ($600); (iv) 2016 Pathfinder ($800); (v) 2016 Titan XD ($1,000). Loyalty Dollars will be applied after taxes. Offer is combinable with other NCF incentives, but is not combinable with the Nissan Loyalty program. Offer valid on vehicles delivered between October 1-31, 2016. ▲Models shown $37,474/$27,029 Selling price for a new 2016 Rogue SL AWD Premium (Y6DG16 BK00)/ 2016 Sentra 1.8 SR Premium CVT (C4SG16 RL00). All Pricing includes Freight and PDE charges ($1,795/$1,600) air-conditioning levy ($100), applicable fees, manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. See your dealer or visit Nissan.ca/Loyalty. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. Certain conditions apply. ©2016 Nissan Canada Inc.
ALTA NISSAN RICHMOND HILL 11667 YONGE STREET, RICHMOND HILL TEL: (905) 780-7771
ALTA NISSAN 7625 MARTINGROVE ROAD, BLDG B, WOODBRIDGE TEL: (905) 851-1279
AVENUE NISSAN 1661 AVENUE ROAD, TORONTO TEL: (416) 783-3303
WILLOWDALE NISSAN 7200 YONGE STREET, THORNHILL TEL: (905) 881-3900
NISSAN DOWNTOWN 508 KING STREET EAST, TORONTO TEL: (416) 975-3800
| OCT 20 2016
THEE BIGGEST SOURCE OF TEEN PAIN KILLERS. 4
WHERE FAMILIES COME FOR HELP
What to call the young Leafs line?
COMMENTS
HaVE SOMETHiNG TO Say? We want to hear from you! We welcome your letters to the editor, tweets and Facebook comments in response to any of the stories published in the newspaper and on our website at insidetoronto. com Reach us via social media on Twitter @InsideTOnews or on Facebook at facebook.com/ InsideToronto
twitter Re: Casa Loma gets spooky with Legends of Horror running until Halloween, Oct. 12 @InsideTOnews I have been to Casa Loma so beautiful this Castle like structure. :) Boo! @counmichbranch (Michelle Branch)
twitter Re: House prices in Willowdale ‘have gone completely insane,’ says North York Councillor John Filion, Oct. 14 @NorthYorkMirror We agree, @ JohnFilion23. We agree! @BVAssociation (Bayview Village Association)
NEWSROOM PH: 416-493-4400 fax: 416-774-2070 | CIRCULATION PH: 416-493-4400 fax: 416-675-3470 ADMINISTRATION PH: 416-493-4400 | DISTRIBUTION PH: 416-493-4400 fax: 416-675-3066 DISPLAY ADVERTISING PH: 416-493-4400 fax: 416-774-2067 | CLASSIFIEDS PH: 800-263-6480
Jamie Wayne is a lifelong columnist, who takes writing very seriously. The topics? Not so much. Contact him at jamie.wayne@sympatico.ca
The City Centre Mirror is published every Thursday at 175 Gordon Baker Rd., Toronto, ON, M2H 0A2, by Metroland Media Toronto, a Division of Metroland Media Group Ltd. The Mirror is a member of the Ontario Press Council. Visit ontpress.com Dana Robbins, Publisher | John Willems, General Manager Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief | Clark Kim, Managing Editor Cheryl Phillips, Regional Director of Advertising | Anne Beswick, Retail Sales Manager Mike Banville, Director of Circulation and Distribution Operations
OCT 20 2016 |
CONTACT US: The City Centre Mirror welcomes letters of 200 words or less. All submissions must include name, address and a daytime telephone number for verification purposes. We reserve the right to edit, condense or reject letters. Copyright in letters remains with the author but the publisher and affiliates may freely reproduce them in print, electronic or other forms. Letters can be sent to newsroom@insidetoronto. com, or mailed to The City Centre Mirror, 175 Gordon Baker Rd. Toronto, ON, M2H 0A2.
i
Facebook.com/InsideToronto
facebook.com/InsideToronto
Meanwhile, left-winger Hyman is 24, right-winger Nylander is 20 and centre Matthews is 19. There have been a few more Kid Lines since then in the NHL, but the name only caught on with the fans of the teams they played on. There is only one real Kid Line. Primeau, Conacher and Jackson. So no Kid Line 2, OK? Or Kid Line II. Over to you. The ball is in your court. If you can say that when talking about hockey. But you better get the lead out. Or the ink out, if you’re using a pen instead of a pencil to come up with a name. There’s no way of knowing how long Matthews, Nylander and Hyman will remain a unit. Coaches typically like to experiment with different combinations in order to keep the players from getting complacent or having them get comfortable with a bunch of players, but also to give the team different looks to keep the opposition off guard. They could each have two different linemates if you wait too long. A unique name is a must. Matthews, Nylander and Hyman deserve a handle created just for them. With that in mind, that means ixnay to The New Kids On The Block, which I fear is likely running a close second to Kid Line. Not just because it is also associated with another group, but more importantly the New Kids On The Block aren’t kids anymore. They’re all pushing 40-something. What’s more, it’s probably been a while since they’ve been anywhere near the block, let alone on it. They’re likely everywhere but on the block when you get right down to it.
@InsideTOnews
GET CONNECTED, LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
I need your help loyal readers. The reason I’m reaching out is that I have a funny feeling that the Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Zach Hyman trio is going to end up getting dubbed “The Kid Line.” It’s not that it isn’t a catchy phrase. It is. Or isn’t a fitting phrase. It’s that, too. Very much so. The problem is, it’s not original. There already was a Kid Line. On your very own Maple Leafs, in fact. From 1929 - 1936. The line consisted of centre Joe Primeau, in between right winger Charlie Conacher and left winger Harvey “Busher” Jackson, all of whom are in the Hockey Hall of Fame. I remember that line like it was yesterday. No, not because I was around back then, smarty pants. That was way before my time. Yes, way. Very way. How way is besides the point. I only remember it like it was yesterday because it was yesterday that I made a point of going back and looking up The Kid Line’s bios again. What prompted me to do that was seeing all three grace the Top 100 Maple Leafs list of all time that was introduced during that special centennial celebration at the Air Canada Centre before the opening home game last Saturday night. I seemed to recall that they were even younger than the current young troika but I wanted to make absolutely sure. It turns out I was right. When it comes to kids being kids, they indeed were more junior than today’s group. Primeau was only 23, and Conacher and Jackson were both just 18 when they all first hit the ice together.
opinion | insidetoronto.com
jaMiE wayNE | buT SEriOuSly
5
It’s the size of a residential tower, not the project itself, that those who attended an open house last Saturday to discuss the redevelopment of the Galleria mall take issue with. Submitted rendering image FULL STORY: bit.ly/42storeys WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: One local resident called the development seemingly ‘pompous’ and ‘ambitious.’
RESTAURANT CHAIN LA CARNITA APOLOGIZES FOR INSTAGRAM POST La Carnita has apologized after a post it made on its Instagram feed drew fire from a large number of people who found it offensive and tone-deaf. La Carnita wrote “what if Donald said ‘grab her by the taco’” on Oct. 11, playing off of a revealed tape that caught Donald Trump boasting about sexually assaulting women. La Carnita/Instagram
| OCT 20 2016
@InsideTOnews
Facebook.com/InsideToronto
insidetoronto.com | community
RESIDENTS SAY 42-STOREY TOWER TOO HIGH FOR GALLERIA MALL PROPERTY
6
FULL STORY: bit.ly/lacarnitapost WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: The restaurant said it would donate a portion of proceeds to a charity that empowers women.
TORONTO ZOO’S GIANT PANDA CUBS CELEBRATE THEIR FIRST BIRTHDAY Our babies are growing up. Canada’s first giant panda cubs celebrated their first birthday at the Toronto Zoo Thursday, Oct. 13. Zoo staff, VIPs from China and members of the media gathered at the zoo to celebrate the cubs’, Jia Panpan (Canadian Hope) and Jia Yueyue (Canadian Joy), milestone birthday. Tara Hatherly/Metroland FULL STORY: bit.ly/pandaturns1 WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: This is the first time since the 1980s that Canada has hosted giant pandas.
BREASTOBER RAISES FUNDS, AWARENESS FOR PRINCESS MARGARET CANCER CENTRE It’s BREASTOBER month, and The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation is hosting a number of events throughout October to promote awareness and fundraise to purchase equipment to finalize patient breast reconstruction at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Stock image FULL STORY: bit.ly/breastober WHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: One in nine women in Canada will learn they have breast cancer in their lifetime.
or
French language service is available Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FINAL WEEK S FOR IN-
Get a real deal COUP STORE
—ONS
Meet the Energy Experts at select stores this October to get advice and learn about conservation programs that can help save you electricity.
Only unti l Oct. 30
NOW YOU CAN EARN AEROPLAN MILES WITH PURCHASE OF A NEW 2016 TOYOTA**
8 15
Find an in-store event near you
$
torontohydro.com/coupons
$
TO
OFF
ENERGY STAR® AR CERTIFIED IED
Light ght fixtures
.
St. W
rsity
Bay
e
Du nd as
Yong
Unive
rst Bathu
ina Spad
St.
St.
Keele
rin Duffe
t St.
Fron
y nswa
The
py.
Quee
LAKE ONTARIO
ner Ex
Gardi
hore
Rd. E.
Lakes
OCT 20 2016 |
Subject to additional terms and conditions found at torontohydro.com/conservation. Save on Energy is powered by the Independent Electricity System Operator and brought to you by Toronto Hydro. OMOfficial Mark of the Independent Electricity System Operator. Used under licence. ®A registered trademark of Toronto Hydro Corporation used under licence. ‘Toronto Hydro’ means Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited.
Ave.
LED bulbs
n St. Quee St. King
ton
Indoor motion sensors
EN ENERGY STAR® CERTIFIED
nt St.
Dupo
St.
7
OFF
OFF 42 Hwy.
TO
Bloor
Ave.
$
TO
ng Kipli
3 6
$
$
Isling
38
$
e. W.
ir Av
St. Cla
7
@InsideTOnews
Facebook.com/InsideToronto
insidetoronto.com | sights | OCT 20 2016
8
RUNNING IN THE RAIN WATERFRONT MARATHON RAISES $2.7M FOR CHARITY JUSTIN SKINNER jskinner@insidetoronto.com More than 25,000 runners from around the world took to the streets for the 27th annual Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon on Sunday, pushing their bodies to the limit and raising some $2.7 million for charity. The marathon has become a staple of the Toronto running scene, and while Sunday’s run saw runners struggle with heat and humidity, there were plenty of impressive finishing times. Kenyan-born Philemon Rono placed first with a time of 2:08:27, outpacing Seboka Dibaba of Ethiopia by more than a minute. Eric Gillis of Nova Scotia recorded the fastest run by a Canadian, finishing in 2:13:44. Shure Demise of Ethiopia defended
her women’s title, finishing the marathon in 2:25:18, while Krista DuChene of Brantford was the fastest Canadian woman at 2:34:02. Throngs of supporters packed the streets along the race route, which kicked off near University Avenue and Queen Street West, wound through parts of downtown, and took participants along the city’s revitalized waterfront from Bloor West to the Beach. “From talented runners to dedicated supporters cheering on race participants, we witnessed a great deal of athleticism, philanthropy and community spirit,” said Canada Running Series race director Alan Brookes. The funds raised through the marathon supported 182 local charities.
Staff/Metroland photos
PLUS
storytelling & puppet shows
theatre & magic
fre
demos & workshops music fun with Canadian Children’s Opera Company Crowdfunding is: Crowdfunding is: Crowdfunding Bringing my ideas is: Bringing my ideas Bringing my ideas to life. to life.
to life.
What are you
crowdfunding for? crowdfunding for?
fuellocal.com is an online platform to raise money through crowdfunding: an opportunity for afuellocal.com collection of isindividuals to maketo donations in support a cause. an online platform raise money through of crowdfunding: an fuellocal.com is aan online raise money crowdfunding: Create your fundraisingfor campaign or platform help fundto local atthrough fuellocal.com opportunity collection of individuals to initiatives make donations in support of a cause.an
Createfor your fundraisingof campaign or help fund local initiativesinatsupport fuellocal.com opportunity a collection individuals to make donations of a cause. Create your fundraising campaign or help fund local initiatives at fuellocal.com
Start your campaign now!
Start your campaign now!
Start your campaign now!
Kingdom of Birds
Whatare areyou you What crowdfunding for?
� ��
.com
with Elise Gravel Rukhsana Khan
and more
e
tech fun with CoderDojo Toronto Public Library’s Pop-Up Learning Lab
author readings with JonArno Lawson & Sydney Smith Ruth Ohi Kenneth Oppel
.com
Joel A. Sutherland
.com
bookbash
Canadian Children’s Literature Festival
Saturday, October 22, 2016 12–4 pm ¡ Harbourfront Centre ¡ 235 Queens Quay W.
��
Co-presented by:
Made possible by:
Media sponsor
Muller Scholastic Endowment Fund for Canadian Children’s Literature at the Toronto Public Library Foundation
tpl.ca/bookbash
Community Media Partner
Turkey Shoot
Gibson House Museum presents
A SinGle THreAd THeATre CoMpAny produCTion
Experience history re-imagined An original drama • Immersive theatre in an authentic setting
toronto.ca/museum-events
Gibson House Museum 5172 Yonge Street
Entrance off Park Home Ave., West of Yonge
416-395-7432 • gibsonhouse@toronto.ca
OCT 20 2016 |
October 20 to 22 • 7:30PM
9
Frank Leo
Guaranteed OPULENT kINGSWAY RESIDENCE
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
BRokER
RENOVATED ESTATE ON 2.5 ACRE LOT
Sponsor of
Children’s Miracle Network & Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
• #1 in Toronto (Central, East and West combined) By Units of Listings Sold for All Companies of All Brokers and Sales Representatives for 2015.* • #1 Individual Re/Max Agent in Canada** • #2 Individual Re/Max Agent World Wide***
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! $3,588,800
STEPS TO THE LAkE!
Situated on a Magnificent 65 x 152 Ft Lot, Exquisite Custom Built Home, Luxury Appointments, Superb Craftsmanship, Elegant Open Concept Layout, Gourmet Kitchen, Built-In S/S Appliances, Centre Island, Massive Great Room, Stone Fireplace, Master Bedroom Retreat. Spa Like Bathroom, Walk-in Closet of your Dreams! Fully Finished Basement Walkout, Ideal for Entertaining, Large Back Yard! Simply Gorgeous! $2,295,000!
ER ANOTH D L O S
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! $1,880,000!
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! $1,750,000!
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!!
HUGE INVESTMENT PROPERTY! Legal 4 Unit Downtown Investment Property with Additional Basement Rental Potential. Large Lot with 7 Car Parking, Four W/O’s to Balconies. 7 Bdrm + Bsmt. $88k Net Income Potential (6% Cap)! Incredible Opportunity! Only $1,488,000!
ER ANOTH D SOL
PRINCESS ANNE MANOR!!
| OCT 20 2016
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 $1,398,000!
10
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!
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!
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!
Sold in 1 WK For 120% oF aSKinG!
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!
Sold in 1 WK For 145% oF aSKinG!
ER ANOTH D SOL
AMESBURY NEIGHBOURHOOD
Situated on Premium 50 Ft x 166 Ft Lot Surrounded by Million Dollar Properties, Detached 3+1 Bedroom Bungalow, Open Concept Living, Formal Dining, Separate Side Entrance to Finished Bsmt Ideal for Entertaining or In-Law Suite, Builder/Renovator Opportunity, Fabulous Opportunity!
Sold FaSt For 104% oF aSKinG!
free professional buyer service:
WEST REALTY INC., Brokerage Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated
• Find out about the newest homes on the market that meet your needs • Get more informed about the specific areas and how to get the best price • Find out how to get the best mortgage rates and saving programs, plus much more - Call today!! *According to a study of MLS data prepared by an independent auditor of Real Estate Statistics. **for # of Transactions 2015. ***for Dollar Volume 2015.
Home SellinG SyStem SELL Your Home FASTER and for MORE MONEY! • Your Home Advertised 24 Hours a Day Until Sold • Your Home Advertised to Millions on www.GetLeo.com • Learn the Secrets of Selling your Home, without ineffective Open Houses • Your Home Listed in Full Colour Print Ads Until It’s Sold • Our team of Professionals for the same price as hiring a single broker • Get up to $10,000 no interest for 60 days****
• Total service guarantee in writing • Your Home Sold Guaranteed, or I’ll Buy it**** • Competitive Rates, Exceptional service • Award Winning Results! • In Depth Neighbourhood Report for each Property We Sell
FREE Confidential Home Evaluations. R
E ANOTH D L O S
TURNkEY ETOBICOkE MULTIPLEX! Rare Renovated Five Unit Investment Property with 2 Car Garage and Triple Private Drive. Newer Kitchens, Baths, Floors, Doors. Great $60K income. Fully Tenanted. Large Private Lot. Only $1,199,000!
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.
DETACHED 2 STOREY
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!
Sold in 6 dayS For 115% oF aSKinG!
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!
PRIME STOUFFVILLE LOCATION
Bright And Spacious Detached Home In a High Demand Area! Beautifully Decorated, 4 Bedrooms plus Den, 4 Bathrooms. Living Room With Gleaming Hardwood Floors & Gas Fireplace, Modern Kitchen With Stainless Steel Appliances ,Professionally Finished Basement. Main Floor Laundry With Direct Access To 2 Car Garage. Fully Fenced Back Yard. Truly A Must See, Only $799,000!!
R
E ANOTH D L SO
AMAzING MAPLE DETACHED!!
Beautiful & Spacious 4 Bedroom Home Located In High Demand Neighbourhood!! Well Maintained And Move-In Ready, Includes A Large Eat-In Kitchen, Open Concept Living/Dining, Large Master W/ Ensuite, Close To New Hospital, Canada’s Wonderland & Vaughan Mills. Amazing Value - Must Be Seen! Only $789,900!
RENOVATED ETOBICOkE DETACHED
Beautiful 1 ½ Storey Home Situated On A Huge Lot!! Updated From Top To Bottom With Stylish New Kitchen, Large Living/Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Hardwood Floors, Amazing Backyard Retreat W/ Huge Deck, Brand New Garage, Plus Much More! Quiet, Family Friendly Neighbourhood Close To All Amenities. Incredible Opportunity, Only $599,900!!!
MASSIVE HOME AND LOT!
LUXURY CONDO!
BLOOR WEST OPPORTUNITY!
Absolutely wonderful 5 bedroom home. Massive 59x150 lot! Beautifully tiered oasis backyard. Renovated family rm with heated floors, fireplace & walkout to yard. Large kitchen with breakfast bar. Hardwood floors. Spacious living and dinning. Crown mouldings. Many renos. Truly an amazing home! Only $774,900!
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 $719,000!
Large Character Filled Home with Thousands in Upgrades. Fabulous Location. Lovely Gumwood Trim. Bamboo Floors, Fireplace. Rare Lowered Basement. Spa-Like Bath with Jacuzzi. Newer oversized Garage, Super Value, Absolutely Must Be Seen! Sold in 6 dayS For 111% oF aSKinG!
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY!
DANFORTH AREA CONDO!! Bright & Spacious 2 Bedrm, 2 Bathrm Suite Located In High Demand Area Close To Vibrant Danforth Ave!! Amazing Open Concept Layout, Eat-In Kitchen, Master W/ Ensuite, Large Balcony. Recently updated and move-in ready. Must be seen only $569,900!!
Rare South Etobicoke end-unit! Spacious and bright with open concept layout, double garage, balcony, steps to the lake, transit, shops and all conveniences! Shows 10+! Only $549,900!
UNOBSTRUCTED SE VIEWS! Stunning Corner Unit With 2 Bdrm Split Layout And 2 Baths Built in 2011. Granite Counters, S/S Appliances, Laminate Throughout. Steps to Subway, Lake & 401. Super Value, Must Be Seen, Only $349,000!
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!
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!
EXECUTIVE TOWNHOUSE!
THE ICONIC IMPERIAL PLAzA LOFTS!
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!
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!
ER ANOTH S O LD
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!
SUPER VALUE!
Spacious Semi With Gorgeous hardwood floors through the living/dining rooms. Large kitchen with slate floors, walk-out to deck and backyard. Finished basement with 2pc bath, laundry room and extra storage room. Location close to transit and shopping. Incredible opportunity to own your own home in the city! Super value. Sold in 8 dayS For 112% oF aSKinG!
WILLOWDALE OPPORTUNITY!
GORGEOUS UPDATED CONDO Huge open concept with modern kitchen and large L-shaped living/dining room. Bright sun filled eastfacing unit with private balcony overlooking treelined streets. TTC at front door, minutes to 401, shopping and subway. Great value at only $164,500!
****Certain Conditions may apply. Not intended to solicit persons under contract. ReMax West Realty Inc. does not guarantee the sale of your home. Exclusively offered by Frank Leo. Copyright© 2009 Frank Leo
OCT 20 2016 |
SEE MORE PHOTOS: www.GetLeo.com Call Today 416-917-LION (5466) and Start Packing!
11
| OCT 20 2016
@InsideTOnews
Facebook.com/InsideToronto
12
On the
BABY ADE BRIG at the TORONTO ZOO FANNIE SUNSHINE fsunshine@insidetoronto.com
For two years, the female patient suffered from irregular menstrual cycles. Doctors were about to explore assisted fertility options when she became pregnant on her own. In another case, fertility specialists were stumped as to why another female patient could not conceive - until a recording of rain shower sounds was enough to get her in the mood and get the job done naturally. Those treated by Dr. Gabriela Mastromonaco aren’t your typical patients seeking reproductive assistance. They are housed in Scarborough’s Toronto Zoo, specifically selected for artificial insemination in hopes of producing offspring to keep the numbers of their species up and, if possible, releasing these animals back into their natural habitats. According to the Toronto Zoo, it’s the only Canadian zoo with a reproductive physiologist on staff. Located within the Animal Health Centre, the
reproductive physiology unit is made up of two laboratories, the endocrinology lab and gamete biology lab, where staff, students and visiting scientists work together to investigate fundamental problems related to reproduction in non-domestic species. The goal is to assist with the care and management of captive and free-ranging populations in an effort to maintain reproductive health and ensure the preservation of genetic diversity. Mastromonaco, curator of the Meadowvale Road and Old Finch Avenue zoo’s reproductive programs and research, said it’s always preferred for animals to breed on their own, but for a number of reasons - some known, some not - that might be easier said than done. There could be behavioural or medical issues at play, or lack of a male paramour, in which case semen would have to be flown in. Very much similar to fertility testing humans go through, animal hormones are tested in a lab to look for abnormalities, cycles are monitored, and semen is collected to freeze for insemination, Mastromonaco said, adding she works with more than 50 species a year. And like humans, animals can go on birth control pills - the same women would use - if the zoo isn’t trying to breed a particular species, she said, adding the gorillas are currently on contraception. The Toronto Zoo’s reproductive program, which began in 1988 (prior to this all breeding was done naturally), lends its support to other zoos, primarily within Canada, Mastromonaco said. And though she’s been at the program’s helm for a decade, she still has a lot to learn about the reproductive health of the animals treated. The zoo’s animals typically try to conceive on their own for two to three years before Mastromonaco
and her team step in, who will then evaluate “why babies aren’t coming,” she said. Sometimes the issue isn’t physical. Sometimes it’s as simple as creating the right atmosphere hence the toads and the rain shower music. But as easy as that may sound, pinpointing fertility treatment and what works and what doesn’t is still something Mastromonaco is figuring out. An Indian rhino calf lost a pregnancy because she didn’t have enough progesterone to sustain it. Cheetahs have undergone treatment for five or six years without producing offspring. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), an international organization focused in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources, has listed the Indian rhinoceros, polar bear, cheetah, and giant panda some of Toronto Zoo’s biggest draws - as vulnerable. Come next year, the reproductive program currently housed in two rooms inside a 40-year-old building will move into a state-of-the-art facility, which will allow Mastromonaco and her staff more research equipment and space to house and transfer animals more easily, she said, adding the old site will be used as a curatorial lab. Bison insemination is the next “big project” for Mastromonaco, adding the zoo has kept 35-year-old bison sperm frozen in the lab. “As long as the samples are frozen, we can bring them back,” she said. “We can breed across time and space.” The cost of artificially inseminating an animal is $500 to $600 a try, with in-vitro fertilization running $3,000 to $4,000 a pop. But, with certain species dangerously close to extinction, such as the Grevy’s zebra, “you can’t put a price” on reproduction, she said.
Ryan Pfeiffer/METROLAND
insidetoronto.com | mirror
Heather Kalka, from Oshawa, is a zoo keeper for the Americas at the Toronto Zoo. She is pictured with Juno, a polar bear cub.
Ryan Pfeiffer/METROLAND
@InsideTOnews
Jia Panpan and Jia Yueyue act like typical twins: teasing each other, play fighting, and competing for mom’s attention. Except these twins walk on all fours, are black and white, and will eventually munch on bamboo, their food of choice. Born at the Toronto Zoo Oct. 13, 2015, the giant panda cubs are still very much a crowd favourite, with visitors lining up for hours to catch of glimpse of them and their mother, Er Shun. Da Mao, one of three potential fathers, is housed in a separate enclosure. The first giant panda cubs born in Canada, Jia Panpan (Canadian hope), and his sister, Jia Yueyue (Canadian joy), are still bottle fed, although they like to chew on bamboo, said giant panda zoo keeper Emily Noel of Mitchell’s Corners, Ontario. Weighing in at 20.5 pounds, Jia Panpan loves to play, knocking his sister off a wood plank as they roll on the ground. The smaller of the two, 16.5 pound Jia Yueyue is the more shy, independent twin, according to Noel.
BABY INDIAN RHINO STILL GROWING Baby Nandu came into the world tipping the scales at 140 pounds - and, seven months later, he’s still growing. After a gestation period of roughly 16 months, the Indian rhinoceros was born Feb. 17, 2016 to mom Ashakiran and dad Vishnu at the Toronto Zoo, said Sarah Stata of Port Perry, zoo keeper of the Indomalaya outdoor exhibit. The youngster, who weighed a staggering 906 pounds as of September (by comparison, mom weighs between 3,500 and 4,000 pounds), is described as a very curious boy who likes to be touched and enjoys the water. A herbivore, Nandu’s diet is mainly made up of fruits and vegetables, and mom’s milk. Rhinos tend to be favoured by poachers for their horns, who falsely believe they have the ability to cure cancer, Stata said.
Ryan Pfeiffer/METROLAND
Nandu, a 7-month-old Indian rhinoceros, with his mother Ashakiran at the Toronto Zoo.
Not many newborns can claim to walk just 10 minutes after being born. But then again, Rey isn’t your typical baby. Rey, an endangered Grevy’s zebra filly, was born to mom Tori July 26, 2016. Described as smart, sassy, and super outgoing by Oshawa’s Kim Welfle, zoo keeper of the African Savannas at the Toronto Zoo, young Rey is an independent spirit who likes to cause trouble with big sister, Leia. Rey will nurse until about eight months old, and she’s also fed a vegetarian diet of hay, fruits and vegetables, with a preference towards apples and carrots. Rey, along with her family, is listed as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) red list of threatened species - there are roughly 2,000 Grevy zebras left in the wild.
Facebook.com/InsideToronto
Ryan Pfeiffer/METROLAND
Jia Panpan and Jia Yueyue are the giant panda cubs at the Toronto Zoo.
ZEBRA FILLY ISN’T YOUR TYPICAL BABY
mirror | insidetoronto.com
BABY PANDA TWINS A CROWD FAVOURITE
Rey, a 6-week-old Grevy’s zebra, grazes with her mother, Tori, at the Toronto Zoo. OCT 20 2016 |
To see videos of baby zoo animals, visit www.insidetoronto.com/babyzooanimals
13
Consumer Feature
BIGGER, BETTER,
ALL NEW
NCH! WEBSITE LAUOVER
10,000
$
IN GIVEA GIVEAWAYS! WAYS!
CHANCE TO WIN!
Brock Doors & Windows completes $25,000 home makeover for winner
FREE GIFT
WITH PURCHASE! DON'T MISS SEE SITE FOR DETAILS!
OUT!
| OCT 20 2016
BADBOY.CA
14
On Saturday Oct. 15, Brock Doors and Windows completed the $25,000 home transformation for their sweepstakes winners. Ilmars and Debra Krievins won the $25,000 Window Door and More contest via a random draw nearly one year ago. The couple was away on vacation when the draw took place, and returned home to a great surprise. Brock Doors and Windows installed brand new windows, alongside a beautiful front door system
and patio door for the lucky winning couple. “We have been transforming homes in the GTA for over 26 years, we only just began this draw two years ago; with the idea of giving back to the community that has kept us in business for so many years.” says Reputation Manager Steavi Potter. The next draw will take place in May 2017. You can enter the contest online at www.brockwindows.com/sweepstakes.
DJs Katie Weber, left, and Melanie O’Sullivan went in costume during Boo! at the Barns at the Artscape Wychwood Barns last year. This year’s family-friendly event features a haunted house, dance party, costume swap, a beer and wine garden, treats, and much more. Metoland File Photo OCT. 22, 5 to 10 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/booatthebarns CONTACT: 416-392-2489
@InsideTOnews
events | insidetoronto.com
DECK THE FAMILY IN SPOOKY COSTUMES FOR HALLOWEEN AT BOO! AT THE BARNS
Facebook.com/InsideToronto
SEE MACEDONIAN FILMS AT FESTIVAL
EXPERIENCE MYSTICAL SING SPOOKY SONGS LANDSCAPES AT AGO AT THE SYMPHONY
CN TOWER CLIMB FOR UNITED WAY
Features: live performances, educational seminars, wellness presentations, and contests.
Step up to the challenge and climb There are 17 films being screened Toronto’s most famous landmark over two-days with some being and conquer all 1,776 steps. North American premiers.
Consider the intersection of art, nature and mysticism behind beloved works of Western art.
Wear a costume to help get the orchestra into the Halloween spirit.
OCT. 21 to 23, 3 to 11 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/everthingshow CONTACT: EVERYTHING TODOWITHSEX@GMAIL.COM
OCT. 22, 6 A.M. to 1 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/cntowerclimbto CONTACT: 416-777-2001
OCT. 22 and 23, 1 to 8 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/macifilmfest CONTACT: INFO@MACEDONIANFILMFESTIVAL.COM
OCT. 22, 10:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/toagomystical CONTACT: 416-979-6648
OCT. 22, 4 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/spookysongsto CONTACT: 416-598-3375
WALK THROUGH A GHOSTLY VILLAGE
CELEBRATE ALL THINGS WHISKY
VOLUNTEER YOUTH EXPO DOWNTOWN
FORT YORK AFTER DARK LANTERN TOURS
EXPLORE THE TERROR MAZE AT THIS HOUSE
Experience a ghostly Victorian village on one of three terrifying tours.
A diverse array of whisky exhibitors, a line-up of whisky writers and more.
For high school students to meet more than 100 non-profits recruiting youth volunteers.
Tour the grounds of Fort York at night and hear stories from the bloody Battle of York.
An interactive terror maze of psychological warfare. It feels like stepping into a horror movie.
OCT. 22 and 29, 8:30 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/victorianvillage CONTACT: BCPVINFO@TRCA. ON.CA
OCT. 22, 6 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/whiskyliveto CONTACT: 847-249-4333
OCT. 23, 1 to 5 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/volunteerto CONTACT: 416-961-6888
OCT. 26 to 28, 7:30 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/fortyorkdark CONTACT: FORTYORK@ TORONTO.CA
NOW UNTIL NOV. 1, 7:30 P.M. MORE INFO:bit.ly/hauntto CONTACT: GROUPS@HAUNTTO. COM
GET COLOURING WITH MOMS, DAUGHTERS DANIEL ROTSZTAIN TAKE TO THE STAGE
HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
EAT TO THE BEAT AT AN EVENING OF ROY THOMPSON HALL MUSIC, SPECTACLE
An adult colouring book program featuring All the Libraries Toronto author Daniel Rotsztain.
Four different pairs of real life mothers and daughters engage in a ‘game’ of answering questions.
Come in costume, walk through a spooky haunted house and enjoy Halloween activities and treats.
A fundraiser for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation featuring 60 female chefs.
Live music from Ride the Tiger and a stunning tree lighting performance at Illuminite.
OCT. 26, 7 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/colouringdaniel CONTACT: 416-393-7671
OCT. 26, 8 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/momzdaughters CONTACT: CONTACT@ THEATREWHYNOT.ORG
OCT. 29, 11:30 A.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/spookyhallow CONTACT: 416-393-7697
NOV. 1, 7 to 10 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/eattothebeatto CONTACT: 1-800-387-9816
NOV. 19, 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. MORE INFO: bit.ly/illuminiteto CONTACT: 416-597-0255
OCT 20 2016 |
EVERYTHING TO DO WITH SEX SHOW
15
SAME INVESTIGATIONS MORE TO EXPERIENCE See more of what the Star’s investigative team uncovers with exclusive video, more photos and infographics that come to life.
DESIGNED FOR TABLETS. FREE EVERY DAY.
home improvement | mirror
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm Toll Free 1-855-945-8725
electrical
electrical
home renovations
masonry & concrete
BaySprings Plumbing
Bricks & Chimneys ccjemmett@rogers.com
CROATIAN ELECTRIC
Small Job Specialists
Servicing All Your Plumbing Needs
$
General Contracting. Interior and Exterior. Kitchen & Basement Renovations. Patios, Walkways, Decks and Fences.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
(416) 234-9006
Ready to fall over?
Garages rebuilt at substantial savings over replacement (single/double)
(DAVID) M.J. Yelavich & Sons, Etobicoke, Ontario
No Permit Required • No Tax Reassesment • No Set Back Issues Just a nice garage at the fraction of the cost of replacement.
24 HOUR SERVICE
Of course we also do General Home Renovations
Metro Licence #: 7000356
Burton Electric Inc. | OCT 20 2016
416 419-1772
16
✔ Knob and tube replacement ✔ Service upgrades ✔ Aluminum wire reconditioning ✔ Breakers/Panels ✔ Electrical Home Inspections ✔ Pot Lights ✔ FREE ESTIMATES
Master Electrician * License # 7001220 * Insured www.burtonelectric.ca mark.burton@burtonelectric.ca
Call Peter: 416-554-3517
heating & cooling
UNIVERSAL .
VICE..
T SER GREA
...LOW
PRICE
S
! HEA TING AND COOLING BIGGEST SALE EVER! SAVE $1,000
Air Con. From $1450 installed! BEST PRICES IN TOWN!!!
Tune-up & Clean Furnaces or A/C Plus 22pt. Check List Carbon Monoxide CO Levels $
69.95
CALL FOR FREE ESTImATES
*10 Year Warranty
• INSTALL TANKLESS HOT WATER & BOILER • LOWEST PRICE – WE DO ALL PROCESSES TO GET MAXIMUM REBATE • INSURED • MULTI-LICENSES + METRO LICENSE # H23605 RATEd A+ IN BBB 15 YEARS OF SERVICE ~ 24/7
416-445-1718
www.universalhc.ca
landscaping, lawn care, supplies A Woman’s Touch Landscaping Specializing in
OvergrOwn Out Of COntrOl gardens • SeaSonal flower containerS • GarDen DeSiGn • lawn cUttinG • fall clean Up • Snow removal Book now | new clients welcome
plus many other services! Give us a call 416-427-3367 • www.awtl.ca
WITH THIS AD
416-427-0955
Metro Lic. #P24654 - Fully Insured
FREE ESTIMATES
Free Estimates
GARAGE LEANING?
35OFF
10% SENIORS DISCOUNT
416-459-8884
Licensed
plumbing
24/7 No Extra Charges for Evenings, Weekends or Holidays
plumbing
roofing
PLUMBERS DIRECT
• licensed • honest • reliable • local • experienced • insured • quality workmanship • seniors discount • references
100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
P e t e www.plumbersdirect.ca r: Check out our reviews on 9. R 5
416-639-2288 www.homestars.com
Financing Available (Met Lic #P20579)
ATING
ROOFING REPAIRS • SIDING/FASCIA • EAVESTROUGH • TUCKPOINTING • VENTING • GUTTER GUARDS • ANIMAL REMOVAL
• SHINGLES • FLAT ROOFS • SKY LIGHTS • CHIMNEY’S • VALLEY’S • ANIMAL PROOFING
ALL TYPES OF ROOF REPAIRS 15% Senior’s Discount
classifieds | mirror
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm • 905-853-2527 Toll Free 1-800-263-6480 • Fax 1-866-299-1499 For delivery questions, please contact 416-493-2284
LOCAL WORK.CA
REAL ESTATE MISC./SERVICES
Jobs Available!! We are offering great opportunities in world-class manufacturers and Canada’s largest/state-of-the-art warehousing centre in the North York, Scarborough, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, and Newmarket
ADVERTISING COORDINATOR ABOUT US A subsidiary of Torstar Corporation, Metroland Media Group Ltd. is one of Canada’s premier media companies. Metroland delivers up-to-the-minute vital business and community information to millions of people across Ontario. We have grown significantly in recent years in terms of audience and advertisers and we’re continuing to invest heavily in developing best-in-class talent, products and technology to accelerate our growth in the media landscape and strengthen our connection to the community. For further information, please visit www.metroland.com.
If interested, please apply with resume, no later than October 28, 2016 to abeswick@insidetoronto.com OUR AODA COMMITMENT Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.
Supervisor / Cosmetician
Individual with supply chain, EDI, QB, Retail Link, Office experience mandatory. Must be detail oriented, with great references and basic accounting knowledge. Email resume to: cam.linda@amskor.com
LOOKING FOR A NEW PLACE?
Contact: www.mary.ableinsurance.ca Direct line: 905-629-4421
$15.00 - $16.50
MACHINE OPERATORS: $14.00 - $16.00
Locations:
North York Office:
5050 Dufferin St, Unit #109 North York, ON M3H 5T5 Cell: 416-319-4613 - Tiger
Scarborough Office:
2296 Eglinton Ave. E, Unit 3 Scarborough, ON M1K 2M2 Cell: 647-860-3954 - Tabby
Bring your resume & 2 pieces of ID. Refer a friend for work & receive $50 bonus. www.gc-employment.com
Pailin Prof.Thai Massage • 1 hr Massage Reg $90 Now $55 • 1 1/2 Hr Reg $130 Now $75 Relieve pain in 15 mins 416-805-9424 www.pailinthai massage.com
Recently married?
Let friends & family share in the details! Call
1-800-743-3353
MORTGAGES/LOANS
MONEY CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90%
No income, Bad credit OK! #10969 Better Option Mortgage 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com
CONSOLIDATE YOUR DEBT HOME EQUITY LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE!! Bank turn downs, Tax or Mortgage Arrears, Self Employed, Bad Credit, Bankruptcy. We are creative mortgage specialists! No proof of income 1st, 2nd, & 3rd’s up to 85%
Borrow:
Pay:
$25,000...............$105.40/mth $55,000...............$237.11/mth $100,000............$474.21/mth $200,000............$948.42/mth
LARGER AMOUNTS AND COMMERCIAL FUNDS AVAILABLE Decrease monthly payments up to 75%!! Based on 3% APR. OAC
ARTICLES FOR SALE
ANTIQUES WANTED
Cash Paid For Silver plate • sterling • coins • gold • jewellery • watches, etc. Teak • furniture • paintings • Doultons • fancy cups and saucers • medals • military • bronze • jade •Chinese • Japanese • fine art and quality smalls. 30 Years Experience
Professional and Courteous
David 416-231-9948
(888) 307-7799
Ontario-Wide Financial (FSCO Licence #12456)
www.ontario-widefinancial.com ~ Let us HELP, ask for Lee ~
HIRING? For all your recruitment needs please call our Recruitment Specialists:
1-800-263-6480 or email:
classifieds@metroland.com
Check Out The Apartments For Rent Section!
Competitive rates & discounts available. Fast Online Quotes. Quality Service. Canada’s Top Rated Insurance Carriers.
Engaged?
TUTORING MATH/PHYSICS TUTOR (Grade 8-12) for Applied/ Academic/ University/ College courses within Toronto/ GTA. Provides one on one tutoring with affordable p r i c e s . Call: (416) 223-4848
ARTICLES WANTED
CHILD CARE WANTED TAGALOG SPEAKING LIVE-IN CAREGIVER. Will take care a 3 year old child and a new born; Full household chores. email: nvist2016@gmail.com
DOMESTIC HELP LEGAL SERVICES AVAILABLE ABSOLUTELY BEST cleaning ladies available. Honest & hard working, insured/ bonded. 416-897-6782 www.maidforyou torontoltd.com
DO YOU HAVE A DISABILITY? Physical or mental. We can help you get up to $40,000 back from the Canadian Governement. For details check out our website w w w. d i s a b i l i t y g r o u p canada.com or call us today at 1-888-875-4787
OCT 20 2016 |
part time positions, weekend/evenings for Shoppers Drug Mart located Younge/ Cummer in North York. Experience required. Email resume to: fsdm888@ shoppersdrugmart.ca fax: 416-221-8309
Customer Service/ Supply Chain Management
$12.50 - $14.50
FORKLIFT OPERATOR:
R0013765208
THE OPPORTUNITY We have an exciting, opportunity for an Advertising Coordinator. This is a 15-month, temporary full-time position, covering for maternity leave, in our Toronto Division. This position is responsible for supporting the sales team to provide the most efficient service for advertisers. Primary responsibilities will include coordinating all aspects of pre and post-sales including order fulfillment, reporting, customer service and other duties as required. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Provide administrative support to the Advertising department and liaise with customers and Sales Managers, Production and Editorial department. • Provide excellent customer service by responding to direct enquiries, address concerns in a timely manner in addition to building and maintaining positive relationships with customers. • Provide support for Account Managers utilizing MPE system. • Assist in organizing sales packages and coordinate with inside and outside sales. • Analyze and create sales reports and coordinate, implement and monitor success of sales promotional campaigns. • As part of this role, you may be required to handle credit card information. Metroland Media is a PCI compliant company and requires people in this role to take PCI training to handle cards in a safe and compliant manner. • Complete other duties as may be assigned. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • Diploma or Degree in Administration or in related field. • Minimum 2 years of experience in an office setting or related administrative role and previous experience in a sales environment. • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. • Strong communication skills both written and verbal as well as a competent listener. Effective organizational skills, ability to manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately. • Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline driven and demanding environment. • Customer focused professional with strong interpersonal skills. • Ability to build and develop effective relationships with clients and team members. • Concurrently manage both sales assistance and administrative responsibilities.
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE:
HOME, AUTO & BUSINESS INSURANCE
MASSAGE SERVICES
17
SHOWS & BAZAARS
HOME RENOVATIONS AFFORDABLE CONTRACTOR
FALL BAZAAR October 29 & 30 ★ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. St. Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic Church 432 Sheppard Ave. E., Toronto Clothing, household goods, baked goods, collectibles. Admission $2.00. Includes price of coffee and a pastry. All welcome! Proceeds go to the Church.
VEHICLES WANTED/WRECKING
$100-$10,000
Cash 4 Cars
Dead or alive Same day Fast FREE Towing 647-642-6187
TELL SOMEONE!
$150 - $6000 Cash on the Spot 4 Scrap Cars Free tow in 2 hrs. 647-403-8542
This is a great opportunity to brag. Tell someone what you’re doing to make the world a better place. Support the cause. Encourage them to get involved too!
Handyman - Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Tiling, Drywall, Painting, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Basements, Counters, Closets, Flooring, Windows/Doors, Roofing, Fences, Decks, Additions Licensed & Insured Lester - 416-223-0226 BATH & KITCHEN RENOVATIONS Flooring, Ceramic, Marble, Granite, Porcelain, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet, Professional Painting. 30 Years Experience. Julio, 416-768-6848.
ALL CITI APPLIANCES. Appliances repaired professionally. 35 years experience. Fridges, coolers, washers, dryers, stoves. Central Air Conditioning and Heating. (416) 281-3030
ALWAYS CHEAPEST!
905-764-6667 • 416-823-5120
All Garbage Removal! Home/ Business. Fast Same day! Free Estimates! Seniors Discounts. We do all Loading & Clean-ups! Lowest Prices. Call John: 416-457-2154 Seven days
CEILINGS REPAIRED Spray textures, plaster designs, stucco, drywall, paint. We fix them all! www.mrstucco.ca • 416-242-8863
DRY SEASONED HARDWOOD Facecord $175.00 + HST Free Local delivery Volume Discount Available
416 283 2500
Professional Repairs
OF ALL BRANDS OF: Refrigeration, Stoves, Dishwashers, Washer, Dryers, Air Conditioning & Heating. Free Estimates. Warranty. Credit cards accepted. Seniors discount.
www.insidetoronto.com
ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS
BUILDER/ GENERAL
Contractors Metro LIC# T85-4420956 Residential/ Commercial. Complete Restoration. Finished Basements. Painting. Bathrooms. Ceramic Tiles. Leaking Basements. House Additions. Office/ restaurant renovations.
APPLIANCE REPAIRS/INSTALLATION FIREWOOD
416-616-0388
DIVERSIONS
WASTE REMOVAL
ELECTRICAL CERTIFIED MASTER Electrician. Electrical service, Troubleshooting, Complete Basement Wiring, Panel Update, Lighting... Call Leo 416-821-2153 Quality, Safety, ESA# 7004236
YOUR WEEKLY CROSSWORD
JUNK REMOVAL AND DEMOLITION Furniture, appliances and construction waste. Professional service and fully insured. Free estimates. Frank @ Central
416-991-9967
PARK IT! Leave your car at home for a day, week or a month! Try walking or biking. If work is too far away to walk carpool.
Make cash not trash! #ShouldaUsedToronto
PETER’S DEPENDABLE JUNK REMOVAL
From home or business, including furniture/ appliances, construction waste. Quick & careful! 416-677-3818 Rock Bottom Rates!
Call
1-800-743-3353
Call
1-800-743-3353
SUDOKU (MODERATE)
18
LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS
| OCT 20 2016
How to do it: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3 by 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9.
◗ See answers to this week’s
puzzles in next Thursday’s edition
GOT BEEF W O H S Y L I FAindM oors at the Sunday,Oct.30,2016 from 10AM to 3PM
R ALL MEATS BORN & RAISED IN ONTARIO R ALL BEEF FREE RANGE COWS
HORMONE & ANTIBIOTIC FREE
ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS
R
680 Plains Rd West, Burlington ON
ALL LAMB HALAL CERTIFIED, FREE RANGE, HORMONE & ANTIBIOTIC FREE
416-481-6065 www.mccoyburgerco.ca
A FUN FILLED DAY FREE witheverything for families
Education • Attractions • Camps • Marketplace
FEATURING LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Entertainer Scott Dietrich
Admission &Parking
Snow Queen& SnowPrincess
WanttobookaboothattheFamilyShow? 905-842-6591 ext 740708 or 1-800-693-7986
Face Painting by:
Pockets The Clown
FREE LOOT BAGS to the first 750 visitors
PLUMBING
All Masonry Work. Insured & Licensed
James Chen 647-519-9506
For free estimates call Roman
Repairs & Replacement, Faucets, Sinks, Toilets, Drains, Main Valve, Leaky Pipes, Drain Cleaning. Licensed & Insured. 24/7.
GEORGIA CARPET & FLOORING
Supply & install all your flooring needs at very affordable prices. Over 24 years in business. Free Estimates. No HST!
HEATING & COOLING
UNIVERSAL HEATING AND COOLING
...LOW
PRICE
S!
Furnace From $1450 installed! BEST PRICES IN TOWN!!!
Tune-up & Clean Furnaces or A/C
CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES
*10 Year Warranty
your news with family and friends online and in print!
RATED A+ IN BBB 15 YEARS OF SERVICE ~ 24/7
416-445-1718
www.universalhc.ca
REWARD! EXTRA MONEY
CARRIERS
HARDWOOD FLOOR SANDING. Specializing in stain/ refinishing. Call for Free Estimate! Reasonable rates. Paul 416-330-1340 pager.
NESO FLOORING Carpet installation starting from $1.19/ sq.ft. Hardwood, laminate at low prices. 27 yrs experience. Free Estimates. Best Price! 647-400-8198
Find the Cure
WANTED Call us at
1-800-743-3353 and we’ll show you how!
MEET NEIGHBOURS
GREAT CARRIER EVENTS TIME AND MONEY MANAGEMENT
AMAZING PRIZES TEACHES RESPONSIBILITY
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
416-774-2284
OCT 20 2016 |
69.95
Share
416-834-1834
BIGGEST SALE EVER! SAVE $1,000
Plus 22pt. Check List Carbon Monoxide CO Levels $
www.fadomconstructioninc.com
FLOORING & CARPETING
416-880-4151
ICE...
CorreCtion
Michaels Stores included the Star Shower in our 10/14 & 10/21 advertisements. Unfortunately, the Star Shower will not be in stores until 11/7/16. We apologize for any inconvenience this delay may have caused.
416-684-4324
RAY PLUMBING SERVICE
SERV
A DIVISION OF
Brick ~ Blocks ~ Stonework Chimney’s ~ Tuck pointing Porches ~ Flagstone Window Sills
Clogged drain, renovations, camera inspection, leaky pipes. Reasonable price. 25 years experience. Licensed/Insured, Credit card accepted. Free estimate.
T GREA
Show Sponsor:
MASONRY & CONCRETE
EMERGENCY?
3334 Yonge Street, Toronto
R ALL BEEF GROUND FRESH DAILY ON SITE
19
20
| OCT 20 2016