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Ending violence against women focus of campaign Judy Gopaul’s proudest moment as a community leader involved in the Neighbourbours, Friends and Family (NFF) program came when a seven-year-old boy put up his hand during one of her presentations and asked if the bullying he witnessed at school was a form of abuse.

It was then, she said, that she knew for a fact that the message of Rexdale Women’s Centre (RWC) education program about violence against women was ringing through loud and clear.

“Even a child listening to this kind of information was able to learn and acknowledge what abuse is and recognize it,” she said. “The information we were giving is important to everybody: a child, a male, a female, everybody. Abuse is everywhere, with everyone.”

Gopaul was just one of 15 community leaders involved with the NFF campaign who were recognized with certificates of appreciation from Rexdale Women’s Centre and Mayor Rob Ford and Etobicoke North Councillor Vincent Crisanti at an event held at the Rexdale >>>SOCIETAL, page 20

The provincial government will be putting $20 million into programs to prevent youth violence — funding programs that will provide employment, expand policing and increase after-school programs — in the wake of the mass shooting on Danzig Street.

The plan, announced Wednesday,

by Ontario Children and Youth

Services Minister Dr. Eric Hoskins, is a broad-based plan touching on enforcement and prevention, and based on recommendations from the Roots of Youth Violence report, co-authored by former MPP Alvin Curling and Roy McMurtry in 2008.

Curling will become a special adviser to Hoskins on the program.

The program features several new >>>YOUTH, page 5

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The Ukrainian Canadian Congress of Toronto will celebrate the 21st anniversary of Ukraine’s independence this year with the annual Flavours of Ukraine festival in Etobicoke.

The full day of fun, games, Ukrainian food and live entertainment will begin on Saturday, Aug. 25 starting at 11 a.m. at Centennial Park.

The all-ages event embraces and celebrates the multicultural dimension of the Greater Toronto Area, so everyone is invited. A full slate of live performers will entertain from the main stage all day, including Ukrainian folk dancing ensembles and vocalists, while the Flavours of Ukraine Food Fair will feature plenty of perogies, meat-on-a-stick, cabbage rolls and kobassa.

For the kids, a children’s playground will include inflatable rides and a crafts area, while the sports fans in the crowd will be invited to play soccer, baseball and volleyball.

This year’s vendors in the bazaar will be selling clothing, handicrafts, gifts and food. There will also be a beer garden, plus live band for the evening outdoor dance 7 to 11 p.m. Gates to this year’s Flavours of Ukraine festival open at 11 a.m., with the official ceremonies kicking off at 1 p.m. Parking is free. There is a suggested donation of $5 at the gate.

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onna Hamill is set to bring community fundraising to new heights this fall when she attempts to reach the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro – a feat she hopes will raise $25,000 for the hospital that saved her husband’s life 17 years ago.

Hamill’s late husband Andy was 67 and at death’s door in 1995 when a liver transplant at Toronto General Hospital gave him a new, 13-year lease on life. Now, four years after his death, Hamill plans to repay the generosity of her husband’s anonymous donor by climbing to Kilimanjaro’s 19,341-foot peak in October, raising both money and awareness of the importance of becoming an organ donor along the way.

“If it hadn’t been for the fact that someone donated their liver, my husband wouldn’t have lived those extra 13 years. It’s an amazing thing that this person did,” she said. “And the thing is, there is still such a need.”

While to date less than 20 per cent of eligible Ontarians have registered consent to donate their organs, there are currently more than 1,500 people in Ontario on the waiting list for an organ transplant.

Every three days someone on that list dies waiting for a life-saving transplant.

The Greater Toronto Area, in particular, has a ‘very dismal’ record of donation rates, Hamill reported.

“What that means is, if a person in the Toronto area needs a transplant, they’re really at a disadvantage because of the low rate of people agreeing

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to be donors,” she said, adding that she hopes her ‘Kiliclimb’ will help inspire people to register as a donor online at www. beadonor.ca “It’s really, really impor-

tant. Unfortunately, people do pass away and they take good organs with them – and that would give someone else just a whole new life.”

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and Western Hospital Foundation’s Jodi Frers lauded Hamill for being an inspiration.

“It’s incredible. We rely on the generosity of people exactly like Donna who

take their personal, challenging situation and go back out into the community and use that to raise awareness and funds,” she said. “And when people like Donna take their efforts beyond writing a cheque - which we are always incredibly grateful for – and say ‘in addition to that I’m going to really challenge myself physically,’ I think it inspires other people.”

Hamill said her husband would have loved that she had chosen such an adventurous method of raising both awareness and funds for a cause that hits especially close to home.

“He would have thought this is awesome,” the 69-year-old retired Etobicoke guidance counselor (known as Mrs. Gorbold to her students) said with a smile. “He was very athletic. He was a skier and a golfer, and he loved to travel.”

After hiking New Zealand’s Milford Track and through the hills of Thailand in recent years, Hamill will embark on her most ambitious trek up Africa’s highest mountain in Tanzania on Oct. 5.

To prepare for the sevenday hike up Kilimanjaro, she’s been undertaking a rigorous training regimen – including leg work, squats, cardio, and plenty of uphill hiking.

All that hard work will pay off, she said, if she’s able to raise her goal of $25,000 towards the purchase of a Fibroscan. The $100,000 piece of equipment, which is described

by Toronto General Hospital as a “simple, painless and non-invasive ultrasound test,” will help doctors identify individuals who are at high risk of developing liver cancer without putting them

through a painful biopsy test.

“The use of the Fibroscan will eliminate the need for a liver biopsy and allow patients to avoid biopsy-associated risk,” hospital literature on the topic reads, noting that in addition to being painful and invasive, biopsies can sometimes be inaccurate and produce life-threatening complications.

Hamill said she’s motivated to reach Kilimanjaro’s summit and raise the $25,000 towards the Fibroscan by the desire to give thanks to Toronto General Hospital’s transplant unit for their ‘phenomenal,’ life-saving care of her husband. Before the transplant, Andrew ‘Andy’ Hamill could barely lift his head he was so sick. After the transplant, he was back on the ski hills and golf courses he loved so much, Hamill said.

“The transplant unit at Toronto General is phenomenal – it’s absolutely world class,” she gushed.

“It’s really, really, really an amazing place. His care was extraordinary.”

So far, Hamill has been about to raise nearly $15,000 towards her goal of $25,000. To donate, go to www.tgwhf.ca/sites/ kiliclimb or send a cheque payable to Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation (with ‘Kiliclimb for Organ Transplant’ in the memo line) to: Attn Jodi Frers, West Wing, 1st Floor, WW-418, 399 Bathurst St., Toronto, ON, M5T 2S8 “One of the best things about this whole experience for me has been the support of people,” Hamill said. “People are amazing.

I have perfect strangers donating money to this cause. It’s hard to explain, but it’s just amazing.”

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To the editor: If you are going to a garage sale, don’t steal from the people who are hosting it.

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I have had jewelry stolen at my garage sale and we are getting to a point where we are not going to have them any more if people are going to steal from us.

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he provincial announcement this week to put $20 million into programs to curb youth violence will undoubtedly be embraced by the at-risk communities in the city that will benefit from this additional funding.

In the wake of the Danzig Street shooting last month, which killed two people and left 24 injured, residents across the city were demanding action.

But the youth action plan outlined by Ontario Children and Youth Services our view Minister Dr. Eric Hoskins on Wednesday should not be Community seen as the ultimate solution to resolving the issue of youth involvement violence.

Rather, as Hoskins noted him- is key to safe self, it’s just a starting point.

More funding for the Summer neighbourhoods Jobs for Youth Program is welcome as well as the private-sector job initiative that will provide summer recreation activities for 3,500 more children and youth in the Greater Toronto Area.

The additional $5 million a year to strengthen after school programs will help support community initiatives in priority neighbourhoods across the city including Lawrence Heights in North York, Jamestown in Etobicoke and Kingston-Galloway in Scarborough.

This news is positive.

Secure funding for the TAVIS (Toronto Anti-Violence Intervention Strategy) and PAVIS (Provincial AntiViolence Intervention Strategy) programs is also a step in the right direction.

That said, investing more money into good programs alone won’t succeed in addressing the root issue of why young people get into trouble.

Community involvement is just as integral in helping disadvantaged youth feel a sense of connection, subsequently making neighbourhoods safer.

That could mean volunteering at local organizations, which offer those youth programs that just received funding from the province.

Make a point to attend community events like the East Scarborough Festival Market on Thursdays, or Flavours of Ukraine festival in Etobicoke and Rastafest at Downsview Park in North York both taking place tomorrow.

Residents in every neighbourhood should get to know the police officers serving their community and develop a positive relationship with them.

At the end of the day, though, the work that goes into changing the culture of a community by getting involved is far more sustainable and effective over the long-term.

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Readers offer suggestions to end gang violence It’s clear we have a problem with guns and gangs in Toronto. So what’s the solution?

Do we want Guardian Angels patrolling our streets?

Do we want Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti to become a self-imposed czar in the battle of gangs?

No. What we do need is an immediate, co-ordinated and comprehensive plan of action that does not take days to form but only hours.

When Toronto was hit by an outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in 2003, community leaders and politicians moved fast to combat Toronto’s reputation from being further bruised.

Toronto staged the rock concert of all rock concerts featuring the Rolling Stones.

Thousands came out; in fact it was billed as the largest ticketed outdoor concert in Canadian history.

The city didn’t stop there.

Festivals such as Luminato were created to showcase to the world that Toronto was indeed a world-class city.

In our opinion their actions worked.

Why? Because they were focused, efficient and didn’t waste time. They acted because

they knew that if they didn’t it would be too late to save Toronto from being branded as a place not to visit. They simply knew what had to be done. slow to act How is it then that when Toronto is hit with such devastating gun crimes like we have just witnessed this summer, we suddenly blank out or resort to tired practices of dealing with gun crime.

We have reams of statistics, bundles of studies and reports from many sources reporting on how to tackle gun crime, but we seem to fail at moving forward with an actual plan, a new plan.

In the immediate aftermath of the Danzig Street shooting, Premier Dalton McGuinty rolled funding for Toronto’s Anti-Violence Intervention Strategy (TAVIS).

TAVIS includes roving units of 72 officers deployed into Toronto’s hot spots and

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receives about $5 million a year from the province to operate.

Great start but not enough to truly combat such a deep social problem. For this we do need a deeper co-ordinated effort in tackling the problem.

What we suggest is a truly direct and interim approach that can be deployed immediately. We propose that 10 per cent of Toronto’s land transfer tax – about $30 million – be immediately deployed to Toronto’s front line responders: police, community youth engagers, those managing at risk youth programs, those running on the ground notfor-profits working in gun crime hot spots and the Toronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC).

Police can use the additional allotment for more officers on the streets or to use the funds as part of TAVIS or as they see fit. Police have

the tactical operational experience and knowledge to get guns off our streets. They just need the resources. The notfor-profits and youth engagers can use the interim influx of funding to identify and engage with at-risk youth. As front line workers, they know more than any politician or government official on what works best.

The TCHC could use extra funds to ensure their properties are safe and clean – better locks on doors; extra security cameras; better lighting in the complexes; and to ensure their buildings are properly maintained.

Now, we are neither experts nor do we hold our idea as the key to ending gun crime in the city. We, however, are engaged and concerned citizens of Toronto. We want our community leaders to start thinking outside the box and to act instead of talk a good game.

Bruce Baker and Chris Yaccato

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For the duration of the Canadian National Exhibition, Metrolinx has installed a mockup of a light rail

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Seven interior fixes to sell a home fast “Staging,” is what real estate experts call presenting the home in the best light so that potential buyers can envision themselves moving right in.

Just a few changes here and there can position a home to sell faster than the competition.

1. The nose knows A house can be perfect inside and out, but if it smells bad, buyers will likely be put off. Make sure there is no noticeable odor, such as pet smells, garbage, stale smoke, etc., to turn off others.

pack away knick-knacks that can collect dust, as well as any personal photos. It will help potential buyers envision the space as their own.

3. Cater to the lazy person Potential buyers generally want to move in and simply unpack. They don’t want to make major repairs.

Therefore, homeowners should do whatever repairs are possible, within reason. If that means tearing down dated wallpaper or replacing carpeting with hardwood floors, it could mean a faster sale.

2. Clear out

4. Do a deep cleaning

Make sure the interior looks as spacious as possible. This could mean taking out some furniture and temporarily putting it in storage.

Be sure counter tops in bathrooms and kitchens are free of clutter. And

Whether a cleaning service is hired or the homeowner does it himself, tackling necessary cleaning projects could make the home shine.

Now is the time to wash the win-

dows, shampoo the carpets, regrout the bathrooms, and tackle all of those messes that could compromise a sale.

5. Add a fresh coat of paint If walls are bright colors or eclectic, it could pay to paint rooms in more neutral shades to appeal to the masses. Just be aware that some buyers are suspicious of paint, especially freshly painted ceilings. They may think a homeowner is trying to hide something, like water stains that would indicate a leak While one doesn’t have to follow every trend, ensuring the home is ageless can make for a better sell.

So if the cabinets scream 1985 and the bathroom is circa 1967, it could be time to do some updating.

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Selling a home can be easier when homeowners take the steps needed to stage homes for a faster sale.

NEW PRICE!

PAT WARD

Sales Representative

Service Ltd., Brokerage

7. Create “happy” spaces

Buyers don’t want to purchase a dark home that seems full of doom and gloom. Open the windows, turn on the lights, add lights to dark rooms and use light colors as room accents. Generally buyers want a

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Staging the home before putting it on the market could attract more potential buyers and initiate a quicker sale.

6. Keep the home updated

2 bedroom, 2 bath unit at the masters features large west exposed balcony, perfect for barbeques. Shows well, move-in ready.

RICK & FRANCES JOHNSTON

Sales Representative

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3092 Mission Hill Drive. Bright & spacious home featuring large O/C principal rms. O/C eat-in kitchen/family rm w/gas frplc & walk-out to fenced 416 yard & stone patio. Formal foyer w/powder rm & direct garage access. 2nd story w/3 large bdrms & large master w/4-piece en suite bath & walk-in closet. Finished bsmnt w/pot lights, 2-piece bath & plenty of storage. Within Royal LePage Real Estate minutes to public transit, all amenities and major highways.

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Independently Owned and Operated

Corian counter tops, massive family rm, finished basement with exercise rm, ideal for entertaining or possible in- law/ Nanny suite. Large 57’ wide lot, double garage, balcony Terrace & patio, slate front veranda interlock drive & many extras for $899,900!!

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to pricey Bloor West Village! Located steps to Mimico Memorial Park and walking distance to Lakeshore streetcar, Mimico GO and Royal York bus to subway.

Gorgeous 3 bedroom with lots of updates, large private yard with perennial garden and parking for 2 cars.

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$249,900 or Trade

Spacious Home! Circular Oak Stairs, Impressive Room Sizes! Natural Wood Burning Fireplace. Deck. Close To Humber College, Etobicoke Hospital And 5-Highways! Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

Prime North York Location with TCC at doorstep. Side entrance to the basement.

Fenced front and rear lawn and a garage.

Amenities include jacuzzi, large eat-in kitchen and an open concept living and dining room. Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

North York

Spacious Townhome with Finished Basement. Fenced Lot. Less Than 5 Minute Walk To Albion Mall And Library.

Home Is Upgraded With Laminate Floor And Ceramic. Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

$269,900 or Trade

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Luxury condo on a Ravine setting with a large open balcony. Features 9 feet ceiling, Pot lights, Open concept with 2 bedrooms and 2 full washrooms. Amenities include gym, car wash station, security and oversized pool. Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

Rexdale

Well Kept Bungalow. Separate Entrance to a 3-Bedroom In-Law Suite. Private Backyard. Parking For Over 8 Cars! Summer Patio with an Outdoor Washroom and Kitchenette. Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

Located in Etobicoke. Next to 5 major highways, Humber College and Hospital.

Features include master bedroom with full ensuite, Main floor den and a full basement. Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

$529,900 or Trade

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$609,900 or Trade

Etobicoke Modern Townhome

Just Minutes From The Town Of Shelburne! 150 Acres Of Excellent Farm Land. 3Pc Bath On Septic, Water Is Available From 2 Wells. Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

Etobicoke

Beautiful Corner Lot! Next to 5-Major Hwy’s, 24Hr Bus Loop, Hospital and Humber College! Family Room with Fireplace, Intercom System, California Lighting, Cac and Garage Door Opener. Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

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Features 4 bedrooms, 4 washrooms, finished walk out basement, garage, family size kitchen and separate living and dining room. Minutes to all highways. Call 416-418-2745 or visit www.TheBrijHotList.com for a hot list of homes sent daily to you.

Etobicoke

Real estate **CALLING ALL RENTERS AND SQUATTERS**

For Sale From $65,500

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Sales Representative

Realty Services Inc. Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated

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Sales Representative

Realty Hare (Peel) Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, AUGUST 25, 2-4 P.M. 3 MAPLE BRANCH PATH (ISLINGTON/DIXON) POPULAR NEIGHBOURHOOD - SPACIOUS LAYOUT Popular townhouse complex close to all amenities.

Offering this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath home featuring a large master bedroom with full ensuite, separate living/dining room areas, finished basement with rec room, fireplace & walkout to tiered deck. Hardwood floors & laminate throughout. Walking distance to shops & schools, TTC at your door. Call now for an appointment to view.

(905) 451-2390

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Sales Representative

COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL BUILDING

NORTH BURLINGTON - 100 ACRES FOR SALE

DIR: 647-239-6341

346 BROWNS LINE South Etobicoke. Investment Property.

6,000 Sq Feet. Fully Rented. 2 Commercial Tenants.

Residential 3 x 1 Bdrm + 1 x 2 Bdrm. $1,165,000

6409 APPLEBY LINE 100 Acres. Currently Zoned Agriculture. Minutes to Milton. Across from Proposed Milton Education Village (MEV) and Approved Velodrome. $5,999,000

416 743-5000

Please visit www.DannyKolenko.com for more details

open house sunday 2-4 pm

Julie King Broker

905 821-3200

Meadowtowne Realty, Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

834 SWINBOURNE DRIVE, MISSISSAUGA $1,149,800. Fabulous 5 Bdrm Custom Built Home on an approx. ½ Acre Pie Shaped Lot backing onto the Credit River. Boasting of 5800+ Sq Ft incl Prof. Finished Walk Out Bsmt w/ Wet Bar & 2nd Staircase w/ Sep Entrance is a true Entertainer’s Delight! 4 Fireplaces, 6 Baths, Triple Car Garage, Main Floor Office/Den, Lrg Kitchen with Walk Out, Sep Formal DR, Beautiful Oak & Marble Finishes, Original Owners, this home is a Rare Find!

BACKING ONTO CREDIT RIVER

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BARBARA MORRIS FRI CRES MVA-R Broker Daryl Ruff, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Hare and staff would like to welcome Barbara Morris to our Sales Team. Barbara has over 20 years of Real Estate Sales experience. Her market knowledge and strong negotiation skills has resulted in many very happy past clients. She has earned the distinguished FRI designation as well as the MVA-R disignation.

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The search for your dream home ends here.

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Fabulous design, great curb appeal, Large 4 bdrm with 4 washrooms, finished basement.

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EGLINTON/AVENUE RD Prime sought after neighborhood in renowned Allenby school district. Detached bungalow stone & brick exterior, fabulous curb appeal situated on a 110Ft lot. Amazing opportunity to live in this high demand location for only $799,900!!

Absolutely stunning 4 bdrm detached 2 stry with double car garage in sought after Vellore Village, new gourmet kitchen(2011), with top of the line Ceaser stone counters, professionally finished bsmnt, with oak wet bar, interlocking patio and walkway. Fully fenced lot. 9ft ceilings, new roof, new windows, just steps to schools, shops & transit for $739,000!!

CUSTOM BUILT ALDERWOOD 2 STOREY!!

WESTON/RUTHERFORD!!

PRESTIGIOUS WESTON DOWNS!

Fabulous High Demand Location, builders model home, gorgeous curb appeal. Stone front exterior, extra wide garage doors, interlock drive, double door entry, large foyer, gleaming hardwood flrs, centre hall plan, large principle rm. Massive kitchen, granite countertop, s/s appliances, marvelous master bedroom, full ensuite & w/i closet, finished basement, 2 staircases, 9ft ceilings, crown moulding. Plus much more $999,888!!

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Large detached 4 bdrm 2 storey, finished basement, huge 50’ x 199’ lot! Located close to all conveniences, quick access to Hwys, many upgrades thru-out, Well maintained home Must be seen for $849,900!!

WESTON/RUTHERFORD

Sprawling ranch style bungalow. Large foyer, open concept Living and formal Dining room, coffered ceiling. Massive family size kitchen, walkout to backyard, circular stairs to finished basement. Ideal for entertaining or possible in-law suite. Fabulous opportunity only $719,900

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Location,location,location! High demand neighborhood, walk to shops, schools, restaurants, Trinity Bellwoods Park, 24 hr street car, and all conveniences. 3 bedroom 2 storey, large front porch, hardwood floors, spacious principal rooms, garden, lane access to carport, amazing opportunity for only $549,900!!

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High demand location, minutes to downtown Toronto, close to subway, shops, Emerson Community Centre, Dufferin Mall & Christie Pits Park. Fabulous 2 storey, separate living & dining rm, updated kitchen, solarium, 2 kitchens, 2 full baths, w/o to landscaped backyard, must be seen only $549,900!!

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Absolutely stunning 2 bdrm +den, signature series sub penthouse unit, gorgeous unobstructed views with 10’ ceilings, loaded with high end upgrades, fabulous Gourmet kitchen with granite countertop and top of the line S.S appl., 3 washroom, 2nd bdrm ensuite, French pocket doors, premium oversized parking & storage next to elevator. World Class amenities and Much More for $499,000!!

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Impressive 3 bdrm detached 2 storey, great curb appeal, well maintained thru-out, located in a very good neighborhood. Spacious principal rms, eat-in kitchen, Lrg. master bedroom with 4 piece ensuite 3 bathrooms, new roof & many extras for only $459,900!!

Rare Investment opportunity, at affordable price. Store with a 2 bdrm apt, above.

Previously a convenience store, 4 car parking & lrg basement, high traffic area, great central location, close to all conveniences & transportation for $369,000!!

Luxury Tridel building at Wellesley and Sherbourne, spacious and bright 2 bedroom, open concept layout with stunning city view. Fabulous kitchen with granite countertop & Centre Island. Upgraded floors throughout.

Master bedroom includes w/in closet and 4 pc ensuite, plus roof top pool, exercise room, sauna, billiard room, party room, concierge & much more for $469,900!!!

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OSSINGTON/DUPONT!!

Totally renovated top to bottom 3 bedroom bungalow with quality finishing thru-out. New stainless steel appliances on main flr., spacious principal rms, separate entrance to in-law suite or apartment, huge lot, park-like setting with easy access to all amenities, loaded with extras for only $389,000!!! 107 GALLOWAY RD

Detached 4 bdrm, in high demand Kipling/ The Westway location, on a quiet cul-de-sac, open concept living & dining rm, huge family rm with walk out to large yard. 2 kitchens, basement is ideal for entertaining or possible in-law suite only $524,900!!

THE TIDES @ MYSTIC POINTE!!

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A must see for $649,900!!

AMAZING OPPORTUNITY

The Sherway Gardens Periwinkle suite, open concept layout, gleaming hardwood flrs, 9 ft ceilings, modern kitchen with breakfast bar, den, shows great, must be seen, fabulous facilities, concierge, steps to transit, just minutes to downtown Toronto for $259,900

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DIXIE & THE QUEENSWAY!!

Large 3+2 bdrm, 5 level backsplit, with double car garage, on a quiet court, huge pie shaped lot, fully fenced yard, with a separate entrance to finished basement. Spacious combined living & dining rm, family size kitchen, fabulous family rm with fireplace, hardwood floors, and many extras for only $499,000!!

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Spacious open concept ground floor layout, Large principal rms, 2 bedrooms, 1 washroom, 1 parking spot, great location close to all conveniences, steps to parks, shops, transit, & the Lake. Super Value for only $169,000!!

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Hitting a home run: Left, the Royal York Cardinals Mosquito baseball team won the Toronto Baseball Association Mosquito ‘A’ Championship over the weekend. In a best-of-five series against the strong Bloordale Bombers, Royal York won in four games.The Cardinals have advanced to the provincial championship. Front Row: Christopher Roper, Matthew Mckeon, Cole Aristone, Matteo Costantini, Jordan Dodaro, Tylr Mackie and Robbie Lambie. Middle Row: Andrew Dalton, Erik Johnson, Jordan Rohn, Christian Bottero, Josh Krautner. Back Row: Mike Bottero, Jim Roper, Glen Johnson, Rudy Costantini and Rod Mackie. Lying down is Kyle Johnson. Above, meantime, in the Minor Mosquito division, Bloordale Baseball League’s Minor Mosquito ‘A’ (born in 2002) team won the Toronto Baseball Association’s ‘A’ championship, over Royal York taking the first game 10 - 9 (in extra innings), and the second game 18 - 7. Front Row (L to R): Curtis Price, Jonathan Cohen, Liam Barry, Madison Barry, Josh Fedato, Josh Komonen. Second Row (L to R): Nicholas Hendry, Justice Lawton, Daniel Smart-Reed, Logan Pelletier, Brady Elliott, Adam Pinnock. Coaches (L to R): Mike Brady, Mark Price, Dave Willson, Steve Pinnock.

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elbow pads, athletic support (jock or jill), hockey pants, hockey gloves, shin pads, skates, and a hockey stick. Make sure everything fits properly, or it won’t work as intended.You don’t need to buy the best of everything, used equipment is fine if it’s in decent shape and fits well.

As with any sport, ensure that prior to a game or practice, your child is well rested, fed and hydrated. Bring a water bottle to the game with their name on it.

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The first day of school can create butterflies in the stomachs of parents and children. However, following a few tips can alleviate feelings of nervousness.

August and September are prime months for the return to school. Whether this is a child’s first time entering the classroom or he or she has done the backto-school thing multiple times, it’s not uncommon for feelings of anxiety to arise.

There are expectations and unknowns with each and every school year for both the students and their parents. Pivotal years, such as kindergarten, 6th grade for middle-schoolers or freshman year of high school can create added levels of jitters because these years mark entry to a new school or new routine. But keeping a few pointers in mind can alleviate some of the fears.

Keep a routine. It is important for parents and students to get back into the school swing of things a few weeks prior to the first day of school. Start setting

alarm clocks for the hour at which kids will have to awaken, and get them in the habit of rising from bed and starting the day. Try to schedule something to do each day that will be the inspiration for getting moving, such as school supply shopping. Take the carpool route to school, or find out where the school bus stop may be. These practice sessions will enable the family to decide how much time is needed to get ready in the morning and make changes accordingly.

Mention school frequently.

Begin talking about school and what is necessary to prepare. Be sure to talk about the more enjoyable aspects of school, such as seeing friends, participating in extracurricular activities and even the change of scenery school provides. Mention the things your child may expect. Hearing about school frequently can reduce feelings of anxiety.

Visit the school. If this is the student’s first time entering this school, you can take advantage of

orientation days for new students or schedule an individual visit to the school. A tour and a meeting with the principal will also assuage some fears of the unknown. This can also calm any apprehension parents may have, because they, too, will know the layout of the school, its policies, and who will be watching over their children.

Don’t be nervous. Children often look to their parents for guidelines on how to behave. A parent who is overly nervous or sad about the first day of school could make their kids nervous, too. Put on a brave face and keep any anxiety hidden until kids have left for school.

The first day of school can be a time of uncertainty for students and parents. Adults are facing a new stage in their lives, and children are awaiting a classroom of new faces and requirements.

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Encourage kids to live more active lifestyles Unlike their parents, today’s kids often forgo sandlot baseball or games of tag for much more sedentary fare like video games or surfing the Internet. While video games and Internet access aren’t lacking in value, many parents would prefer their kids be more active.

Though it can be difficult to get kids off the couch, there are ways parents can help their kids live and embrace a more active lifestyle, which can have benefits both now and down the road.

Make it a team effort Parents who are concerned their kids aren’t getting enough daily exercise should ask themselves if they’re getting enough exercise themselves. Kids aren’t the only ones who need daily exercise. A good way to encourage kids is to join them. Make daily physical activity a team effort. Kids don’t have to join Mom and Dad at the gym. Instead, sign them up for an extra curricular activity in organized sports or clubs like Brownies and Scouts. Kids often take cues from their parents even if their parents aren’t aware.

Parents who live more active lfestyles are much more likely to have kids who are active as well. Set a positive example for kids and include them in your own routine whenever the opportunity arises.

Minimize television time Its recommended by pediatritions that older kids watch no more than two hours of television per day.

But as any parent knows, most kids average much more than two hours of television per day. To decrease that tube time, parents can take televisions

out of their kids’ bedrooms, instead putting televisions only in the common rooms which will also allow parents to more closely monitor what their kids are watching.

Encourage extracurricular activities While parents might find it hard to believe, today’s kids, even with all the video games and additional gadgets, still get bored. Boredom might be contributing to sedentary lifestyles. To combat boredom, parents should encourage extracurricular activities that get kids off the couch. Whether it’s participating in team sports, joining the local or school theater program or even getting a job, parents should encourage kids to do more after school than come home and turn on the television or play video games.

Emphasize activity instead of exercise Many adults associate exercise with going to the gym or running on the treadmill, both of which are tough to get excited about. Kids might be equally indifferent and less enthusiastic about exercise. Instead of emphasizing exercise, encourage kids to be active.

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The main focus of the message the leaders were tasked with disseminating, said NFF’s project co-ordinator Sonya Aslan, is that violence against women is not a family problem, but a societal one. And to fix it will require the participation of the entire community of neighbours, friends and families - hence the name of the program.

“A lot of the time when we’re working with the community, they tell us when it comes to violence against women, they can’t get involved because it’s a private issue. That is not the case,” she said. “So what we’re trying to do with this program is help that mindshift – a societal mindshift – that it’s more a public rather than an individual issue. We reach out to victims and people who know the victims and provide information and strategies.”

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Through 30 different community presentations held at local schools, apartment buildings, homes, donut shops and religious houses, the 15 community leaders involved with the Rexdale NFF campaign reached a total of 354 local residents with their message.

Sabra Desai, manager of community partnership development at Humber College and a member of Rexdale Women’s Centre’s NFF advisory committee, lauded the leaders for their hard work and dedication to such a worthwhile campaign.

“The NFF campaign was not just an educational campaign. The NFF campaign has ignited in every community that it has touched, the flame of social justice. It has highlighted how denial and secrecy within communities assists in perpetuating gendered violence,” she said. “The NFF participants might think of themselves as only providing basic information on gendered violence, however you have done much more. You have given a voice to those who are too afraid or ashamed to speak for themselves; you have opened the doors of secrecy and silence to give others the courage to speak up and seek help within the community.”

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Call 1-866-652-6837 w w w. t h e c o v e r guy.com/newspaper SUPER DEAL: washers, dryers, stoves $150.

Refrigerator $250.

Guaranteed. Can deliver.

Sales and Service.

Call 416-259-7959

Articles Wanted WANTED: CASH for Old road/racing bikes, 10 speeds and parts. Bianchi, Miele, Raleigh, Peugeot, Campagnolo, Etc. CALL (647) 799-6497 -Dru

GENERAL CONTRACTORS RESIDENTIAL/ COMMERCIAL. Finished basements.

Painting.

Bathrooms. Ceramic tiles.

Flat roofs. Leaking basements. Drywall. Carpentry. Brick/chimney repairs.

9 0 5 - 7 6 4 - 6 6 6 7 , 416-823-5120 HOME & basement renovations & remodeling.

High quality job for a reasonable price. Free estimates. Call John at 416-458-3274 INSTALL: EVERYTHING - flooring, backsplash, tiles, plumbing, electrical, doors, trim, baseboards, lighting, kitchens, painting, vanities. Estimates are free. Larry: Cell:647-992-9038 647-347-4100

Waste Removal PETER’S DEPENDABLE JUNK REMOVAL From home or business, including furniture/ appliances, construction waste.

Quick & careful!

416-677-3818 Rock Bottom Rates!

MR. KING’S JUNK REMOVAL Fast, reliable, same day pick up.

Why spend more somewhere else?

Seniors Discounts!

Call Vincent 647-216-KING (5464)

Plumbing

EMERGENCY PLUMBING AND DRAINS Plugged toilet, plugged drains, plumbing repairs, leaky tap or drain, water on the floor....

JTP Contracting

647-308-6005 Seniors discount

Handy Person EXPERIENCED Jack Of All Trades. Painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, flooring, general repairs. Local references. Quality and satisfaction guaranteed.

Daryl: 416-575-7035 HANDY PERSON, Home Improvements, Electrical, & plumbing. Appliance installation. Painting. Upgrading bathrooms/ kitchens. Basement renovations.

Landscaping.

Floor heating.

Call: 647-680-8750

Concrete & Paving CONCRETE WORK

Waterproofing Under Pinning Sidewalk Patio stones General stonework Brick repair Fence repairs Parging Reasonable prices 416-825-3334

Decks & Fences 0 ALL DECKS built in 1 day. Highest quality. Lowest Prices! Free design and estimates.

Call Mike 416-738-7752 www.griffindecks.ca DECK DECKS, Decks, Only Decks, family business 25yrs. Experience, free estimates, photos, r e f e r e n c e s , w w w. a l p i n e d e c k . c o m 905-828-1320

Let your community know with a personal message.

Painting & Decorating ABSOLUTELY amazing painters at bargain prices!

Summer special $100/ room. Quick, clean, reliable. Free estimates!

Second to None Painting 905-265-7738

Moving & Storage

MOVING

Local, long distance Packing service, FREE boxes.

www.toromovers.ca

416-844-6683

Chimneys, Tuck Pointing, Brick, Concrete Windowsills and Much More!

For Free Estimate Call Peter: 647-333-0384 www.stardustconstruction.com

Appliance Repairs/ Installation APPLIANCE/ TV Repairs (since 1988) Free Estimates Warranty, Credit cards, TV’s, Fridge’s, Stoves, Dishwashers, Washers, Dryers, Air Conditioning, & Heating.

416-616-0388

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Apartments & Flats for Rent

Masonry & Concrete BRICK, BLOCK & NATURAL STONEWORK

tree/ stump removal, pruning, fully insured, free estimates. Call 647-979-2006

1$ Truck Fee. $19+/hr,

NESO FLOORING Carpet installation starting from $1.29/ sq.ft.

Hardwood, laminate at low prices.

26 yrs experience.

Free Estimates.

Best Price!

647-400-8198

ROYAL YORK/ QUEENSWAY large spacious 2 bedroom. $950 +utilities. TTC at front door. Parking. No pets.

R e f e r e n c e s .

416-788-8666 or

416-291-8666

EXECUTIVE APTS. Islinton & 401. Large, clean 1 bedroom available immediately. Call 416-747-1043

Electrical

A.R. CONTRACTOR

ELECTRICIAN Wiring, trouble shooting, plugs.

Fridge, stove, washer repairs. Service upgrades. 24 hours Licensed No Job Too Small!

Peter 647-521-6337

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*Some restrictions may apply.

GARAGE SALES

DAVE’S TREE Service,

APPLIED REFRIGERATION. Appliances repaired professionally. 35 years experience.

Fridge’s, coolers, washers, dryers, stoves. Central Air Conditioning & Heating. (416)281-3030

Flooring & Carpeting

5

Call to place $ an ad for only

Tree/Stump Service

ANY MOVING/ junk removal, 24 hours. Insured licensed. BBB and BNI Member. Voted #1 in list of top 5 Movers by Metro readers!

416-253-7641. www.ssonsmoving.com Licensed. Insured Local/ Long Distance. Free Estimates. 24/7. www.huskymovers.ca 416-887-6696

Stuff to get rid of?

Do it all in the classifieds.

Call (416)

493-4660 to plan your advertising campaign today!

HUGE FLEA MARKET WITH VENDORS Sat. August 25th 8am - 1pm St. Matthias Church 1428 Royal York Rd. (1block N. of Eglington) Used clothing, household items, books, baking , hamburgers, hotdogs, & drinks!

CONTENTS SALE Sat. 8am - 3pm

Rain date: Sun

7 Griggsden Ave. (Royal York/ Chapman)

Couch, chair, kitchen contents, sm electrical appliances, some dishes, utensils, clothing.

YARD SALE

Sat. August 25th

9am - 2pm

52 Van Dusen Blvd.

(Islington/ Bloor)

Cat t-shirts, cosmetics, jewelry.

Proceeds to the Toronto Cat Rescue.

ESTATE HOUSE CONTENTS SALE August 25th & 26th

9am - 3pm

32 Winterton Dr. (Martingrove/ Eglington)

Books, furniture, tools, electronics, & much more!

Rain or shine!

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Sat. August 25th

9am - 2pm

25 Rhinestone Dr.

(Rathburn/ West Mall)

Toys, books, household items, etc.

GARAGE SALE! GREAT BARGAINS!

Indoor/Outdoor Wares, Jewelry, Books, DVD’s, Electronics, laptops, clothes, collectibles, and so much more.

Toronto:

141 Allanhurst Dr.

Home Renovations

Metro Lic. B1149 Specializing in Complete Bathroom Remodeling & Professional Tile Installation Alex: 416-580-4012 www.alexpm.com 25 yrs servicing GTA

Birthday?

Anniversary?

Memoriam?

Royal York and Eglinton 08/25/2012

ANNUAL STREET SALE

Sat. August 25th 9am - 2pm Deeside Crt. (Islington/ Elmhurst) Lots for everyone!

Come one come all!

YARD SALE

Sat. August 25th

8am - 1pm

96 Hillside Ave. (Royal York Rd./ Mimico) Antiques, collectibles, vintage, AshtonDrake dolls, & much more!

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE Sat. August 25th 8am - 3pm 23 Riverhead Dr. (Elmhurst/ Fallowfield)

YARD SALE

To settle an Estate

23 Birchcroft Rd.

(Islington/ Rathburn)

Sat. August 25th Starting at 8 am Indoor/ Outdoor

Rain or Shine See ad on Kijiji

YARD SALE

Sat. August 25th

8am - 1pm

14 Thirteenth St.

(Lakeshore/ Kipling)

Household items, books, toys, clothes, & fashion jewelry.

Multi-Family

Sat Aug 25 8am - 4pm 228 Sheldon Ave (Evans & Brownsline) 50% off Jewelry, clothes, antiques, collectibles, & more!

GARAGE SALE Sat. Aug 25 7am - 2pm

77 Lemonwood Drive

Unit 13

(Royal York/ Eglinton)

Clothing, jewelry and household items!

| ETOBICOKE GUARDIAN | Friday, August 24, 2012

416-493-4660

HOME IMPROVEMENT DIRECTORY FOR ALL YOUR RENO NEEDS

EXPERT ELECTRIC

• Windows • Doors • Bathrooms • Kitchens • Awnings • Eavestroughs • Porches • Railings • Steps • Patios • Stucco • Waterproofing • Brickwork • Decks • Roofing • Painting

MODEL RENOVATIONS INC. (416) 736-0090

Ask about o specials ur discounts&

ALL ELECTRICAL JOBS, SMALL OR LARGE. LICENSED, INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES

ASPHALT PAVING, INTERLOCKING, CONCRETE

Jack 416-236-7071

2012 EARLY BOOKING SPECIAL • CALL FOR DETAILS

647-887-7722

Based in Etobicoke, Serving all GTA for 20 years All Work Guaranteed! ECRA/ESA Lic 7001515

FINANCING AVAILABLE - AS LOW AS $39/MO Licensed & Insured • 25 Yrs. Experience

LANDSCAPING, LAWN CARE, SUPPLIES BLACKWOOD FLOORING CO. THE LAWN KING The Wood Flooring Professionals Lawn & Garden Maintenance 10% Seniors’ Discount • Member BBB

• Custom Installation, Sanding, Refinishing and Staining of all types of Hardwood Floors, Staircases & Decks • Hi-Tech Dustless Machinery Unmatched Quality - Call 24 Hours “Great Service Comes From The Heart”

416-277-5399

ELECTRICAL

CROATIAN ELECTRIC

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

(416) (416) 234-9006 234-9006

PLUMBER

BEST RATES GUARANTEED!

SUMMER SPECIAL - 20% OFF

416-577-8444

PAINTING & DECORATING

24/7 - No extra charges for evenings, weekends or holidays Seniors Discounts Metro lic. # P20212 • Fully insured

FREE ESTIMATES (416) 427-0955

BRILLIANT STROKES 25 Years Painting & Decoration Experience • Quality Work • Reasonable Pricing

Michael 416-571-5857

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HOUR SERVICE 24 HOUR24SERVICE Metro Licence #: 7000356 www.insidetoronto.com

PLUMBING SERVICING ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS

Spring Clean Ups Lawn Fertilization Lawn Mowing Hedge & Shrub Trimming, etc. www.thelawnking.com

(DAVID) M.J. Yelavich & Sons, Etobicoke, Ontario

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Since 1990

ROOFING REPAIRS Co.

LOW COST REPAIRS EAVESTROUGH CLEANING

• MAJOR & MINOR REPAIRS • SHINGLES • ANIMAL DAMAGE • TRAP DOORS • REMOVAL • EAVESTROUGH REPAIRS • CHIMNEYS • SKYLIGHTS • FLAT ROOFS • GUTTER GUARD • TUCK POINTING • VALLEY REPAIRS • ALL VENTING WORK • PATCH WORK • SOFFIT & FACIA

SAME DAY SERVICE

647-235-8123

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ROOFING DUN-RITE REPAIRS • SIDING/FASCIA • EAVESTROUGH 24 HOURS • TUCKPOINTING EMERGENCY REPAIRS • VENTING • GUTTER GUARDS • ANIMAL REMOVAL

• SHINGLES • FLAT ROOFS • SKY LIGHTS • CHIMNEY’S • VALLEY’S • ANIMAL PROOFING 15% Senior’s Discount

ALL TYPES OF ROOF REPAIRS 647-857-5656

BEST BUY ROOFING • Shingles • Flat Roofs

• Skylights • Chimneys Save • Repairs • Free Estimates UP TO Fully Licensed & Insured 15% OFF 416-823-1710

www.bestbuyroofing.ca

CANADIAN

• Shingles • Flat Roofs • Skylights • Chimneys • Eavestroughs • Repairs • Free Estimates

Save UP TO 15% OFF Lic. # B21358

Fully Licensed & Insured

416-626-0777

www.canadianroofmasters.com

FREE ESTIMATES REROOFING • SHINGLES SMALL REPAIRS • FLAT ROOFS

(416) 275-2265

WATERPROOFING BASEMENT WATERPROOFING LOWER BASEMENT & UNDER PINNING Since 1982 RENOVATION Insured • Guaranteed

Atena Construction 416-854-5156 www.atenaconstruction.com

THE WET BASEMENT SPECIALISTS Waterproofing and Foundation Repairs Interior & Exterior Methods Basement Floor Lowering Licensed • 30 Yrs Experience • Insured

416-749-2273 • www.basetech.ca

PUZZLE CORNER Sudoku (difficult)

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. Watch for the answer next week.

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Includes udes sectional, table, & throw pillows

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SWING SET

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$499. 99

Cushions sold separately

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BAR SET

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We are open: Monday to Friday 9am - 6pm Saturday 10am - 5pm | Sunday 12pm - 5pm WE ACCEPT CASH, DEBIT AND ALL CREDIT CARDS

All items may not be exactly as shown

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H U G E S E L E C T I O N O N W I C K E R , A L U M I N U M S L I N G C H A I R S A N D C A S T A L U M I N U M PAT I O S E T S I N S TO R E !

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AND THE KIPLING PLAZA INVITE YOU TO A‌ REE MOVIE NIGHT UNDER THE STARS

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If you like Captain Canada and Super Fun, you will want to the see the newest Captain?

And YOU want to see the newest movie out! Join us on Saturday, August 25th at 7:30 p.m.

Bring your chairs, blankets or sleeping bags and share in our community evening & fund raiser for the Salvation Army Food Bank.

BBQ - HOT DOGS HAMBURGERS

POPCORN COTTON CANDY

HOT CHOCOLATE COFFEE

Salvation Army Band will be entertaining you from 7:00 to 7:30 Toronto Fire & Toronto Police will be on-site at 7:30 with their vehicles for children to see - inside and out!

Come out and support those less fortunate.

Donations of food and money is appreciated to help the food bank.

All other proceeds from the evening will be donated to the Salvation Army.

GIANT TIGER - This location only

2141KIPLINGAVE,ETOBICOKE

(NORTH OF REXDALE BLVD., SOUTH OF ALBION RD.)