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CYNTHIA REASON creason@insidetoronto.com A largely pro-expansion crowd of about 100 people came out to this week’s city-hosted public consultation to discuss the possible addition of live gaming tables to Etobicoke’s Woodbine Racetrack.

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Doug Ford to volunteer in Ward 2 while Rob recovers DAVID NICKLE dnickle@insidetoronto.com With Ward 2 Councillor Rob Ford recovering in hospital from a 10-hour surgery that appears to have removed all of the tumor in his abdomen, his brother, former Ward 2 Councillor Doug Ford, is stepping up to help out with constituency work.

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a broader-based consultation process and study ordered by the city’s Executive Committee in March, to explore the implications of increasing the existing gambling operations at Woodbine from its current 3,000 slot machines.

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“In essence, what we’re doing now is dusting off that information we had two years ago,” Deputy Mayor Vincent Crisanti told meeting >>>CRISANTI, page 14

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‘Twelve dancers, 800 years of experience’ Senior dance troupe takes to the stage in Dancing in the Third Act, May 20 to 22 CYNTHIA REASON creason@insidetoronto.com At 86 years young, Gwen Coffen admits she ‘never ever’ dreamed she’d be sashaying across a dance stage at this point in her life – but next week, thanks to Dancing in the Third Act, she’ll be one of 12 sprightly seniors to do just that.

The unique seniors’ dance project, which takes to the stage at Silverthorn Collegiate May 20, 21 and 22 as a signature project of the city’s Cultural Hotspot, drew more than 40 prospective senior dancers to auditions this past February – Coffen the eldest among them.

“One day after yoga class, my friend brought The Etobicoke Guardian to me and said ‘Gwen, look at this – they’re looking for seniors who can move. How about the two of us go?’” Coffen said of auditioning for Dancing in the Third Act, which is being co-produced by Arts Etobicoke, Lakeshore Arts and the City of Toronto.

Having trained in ballet and tap dance as a teen back in her native Capetown, South Africa, Coffen, now a Weston area resident, hadn’t put on her dancing shoes since immigrating to Toronto and opening a flower shop, but jumped at the chance to do so.

“The day of the audition, I looked around and thought, ‘oh no, I think I’m the oldest one here – they’ll never choose me,’” she laughed last week, while taking a break from rehearsals in the Silverthorn auditorium. “But when they did, I was quite surprised and quite happy.”

In the 11 weeks since, Coffen and her fellow Dancing in the Third Act dancers – who also include Linda Bayliss, Pietr Biessels, Susan Brown, Ernest Douglas Grimshaw, Wayne Jolly, Slade Lander, Chu-Hui Lin, Gina Maenhaut, Ron Oldfield, Bob Tsunokawa, and Nancy Zingel – have spent many of their waking hours practicing.

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Since then, despite its smalltown roots, the contemporary dance performance has taken off – it’s been reviewed internationally, toured professional dance festivals (most recently opening Montreal’s Quartiers Danses Festival), been re-staged on 12 Orillia seniors and now here in Etobicoke, and been invited to tour in Canada, the US and abroad.

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“When you get to 65 or 70 or even 86, you can’t hold your personality back – you just are who you are,” Glynn said, noting that the dancers taking part this time around range in age from 60 to 86.

“After you’ve lived that long, your personality comes through in everything you do, and that’s what makes this so interesting – not that the dancers are perfect or not perfect, but that they’re different and their bodies reflect their years. ‘Twelve dancers, 800 years of experience’ – that’s our tagline.”

Arts Etobicoke’s Heather Ervin, who has watched much of the rehearsal process, said she, for one, is amazed by the “professional-grade production” that’s come out of what began as a community arts initiative.

“Both (Lakeshore Arts and Arts Etobicoke) are about spreading access to the arts through community arts education and programming, because we believe in the transformative power of the arts in people’s lives – and Dancing in the Third Act is a great example of that,” she said.

After hearing nothing but rave reviews from Dancing in the Third Act’s participants, Ervin said Arts Etobicoke is now hoping to get the funding needed to launch some local seniors’ contemporary dance classes in the near future – a prospect Coffen was very pleased to hear about.

“With dance, besides doing the movements with your arms and your body, which is good exercise, you have to use your memory, too, which is most important for seniors, because we need to keep our brains active,” she said.

Dancing in the Third Act will run Wednesday, May 20, Thursday, May 21 and Friday, May 22 at 8 p.m. in the auditorium at Silverthorn Collegiate, 291 Mill Rd.

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oronto has a well-deserved reputation for its diverse offering of arts and cultural festivals.

These are events that showcase a wide range of talents, skills and backgrounds – and they provide an important economic boost as well.

The city’s Cultural Hotspot program, in its second year, is a welcome addition to Toronto’s cultural programming that gives a specific area of the city an increased profile. This year, the spotlight is on centralsouth Etobicoke and the artistic, cultural and heritage events taking place in that community from now through October.

The concept is straight-forward enough: use a series of signature community projects to inspire residents and visitors to discover the area’s arts, culture, food, businesses, heritage and more. our view This year, examples of events include the Dancing in the Third performance and Lakeshore Spotlight on Act Mardi Gras as well as community culture good events related to the upcoming Pan Am Games. for all of us Benefits of this kind of focused program include an increased profile as well as greater co-ordination of multiple events – for diversity of interested participants and to help events that may otherwise struggle to get exposure.

For residents of the neighbourhoods, the program is an opportunity to forge a greater connection to their community and for folks who live in other parts of the city, it’s an opportunity to glean a greater understanding of Toronto’s diverse communities.

Last year, the Cultural Hotspot program was in the neighbourhoods of south Scarborough, with signature projects such as the Taste of Lawrence, Guild Alive with Culture and the Port Union Waterfront Festival.

We hope the program’s continuation inspires new arts and cultural endeavours and helps develop a civic reputation as a global arts and cultural centre.

Change is a reality in this city. Toronto’s population is growing and is becoming increasingly diverse. As the city continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how younger generations reshape the city’s cultural identity based on the more global influences of today.

Giving our communities an opportunity for greater exposure from an increased breadth of arts and culture can only enhance that.

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Doug Ford keeps limelight on family while Rob recovers from surgery

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here was good news for the Ford family at Mount Sinai Hospital this week: Rob Ford, father, son, husband, city councillor and former mayor came through a difficult surgery as well as can be expected.

Really, this is not big news for the city – except of course it is.

Rob Ford has become a gravitational singularity for Toronto municipal news.

Reporters across town were on tenterhooks, waiting to find out how things went for the councillor for Ward 2 and his eightmonth battle with cancer.

Ford’s affable executive assistant Dan Jacobs took the point on Monday, providing regular updates as to the progress of the 10-hour surgery, and then on Tuesday with details of his boss’ recovery.

david nickle the city As I write this, it looks pretty good.

City councillors have had health challenges before, but rarely have their issues gathered such attention. Rob Ford will be off work for four months.

Ward 44 Councillor Ron Moeser was off work for much longer than that, dealing with the complications from surgery on his ankle during the last term.

But few noticed.

Of course, Moeser is no Rob Ford. In many respects, Moeser ought not mind that he’s not: Ford’s fame comes in part from his mayoralty, but in larger part for his sins. Thanks to Ford’s eventually admitted drug and alcohol abuse

issues, and the behaviour that surrounded it, he and his family became central figures in the story of Toronto over the past four years.

And they are still in it.

In the next four months, Ford’s brother Doug – who last term was Ford’s replacement in Ward 2, political wing-man and eventually replacement in his mayoral re-election bid – will be back on the job, as a volunteer in the Ward 2 office.

Again, under ordinary circumstances this is no big deal. Lots of councillors put their families to work either in their offices as volunteers or on the ground in the ward. Doug won’t be back on council, won’t be shaping policy, probably won’t even be in the office that much. He’ll just be helping out.

Except, of course, it won’t be that simple.

If Doug Ford doesn’t insert himself into political debates and personality politics, then we in the media will pull him on stage. Rob has made it clear as his health improves, so too does the prospect that he’ll be making a play for a second term as mayor in 2018, and a part of the next four months will be an exercise in making certain that the Ford name remains in the public eye.

Doug, who last term took to scrums like the proverbial duck to water, will be doing his best to make sure our gaze doesn’t falter.

David Nickle is The Guardian’s city hall reporter.

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The Music Studio presents its Creative Village Spring Concert on Saturday, May 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. at 4895 Dundas St. W. (at Burnhamthorpe Road).

Participating students will jam together and play some vocal and instrumental tunes during this free concert event. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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On Holy Thursday, April 2, Al-Shabaab gunmen took more than 700 students hostage at the eastern Kenya university, killing 148 of them – most of them students aged 19 to 23.

A memorial mass remembering those slain will be held on Saturday, May 16 at 5:30 p.m., with a reception to follow.

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The Our Place Initiative (OPI) Community Action Group will hold its next general meeting on Wednesday, May 20 from 7 to 9 p.m.

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centre).

For more information about OPI and/or to RSVP to the meeting, go to www.ourplaceinitiative. com Etobicoke youth exhibit art at The Assembly Hall The Assembly Hall, 1 Col. Sam Smith Park Rd., will host the opening reception for the InSight Youth Art Show on Thursday, May 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

This year’s fifth annual collaborative show features works from students at Father John Redmond Regional Arts Centre students, as well as youth artists from Lakeshore Arts and YAM (Youth Arts Movement), and Arts Etobicoke.

Show runs until June 18; admission is free. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday from noon to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

For more information, email assembly@toronto.ca or call 416338-7255.

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‘The biggest challenge is we have to stop Rob’ Doug says of brother’s determined work ethic >>>from page 1 “I’m going to see how it goes,” said Doug in an interview Tuesday. “Folks and the people in Ward 2... I have it down like the back of my hand. I’m going to help the people. I know Rob’s staff, they’re really great, fantastic, and the other councillors will help out.”

Doug said he won’t be dealing with any of the political parts of the job – attending committees and council meetings – and he might not even be at city hall that much.

And he said that it’s more than likely that even convalescing, Rob will be engaged on the phone.

“Rob does the vast majority of his work on the phone,” Doug said. “Rob’s an expert on the phone – you can take care of a lot of problems on the phone. In fact, he’s one of

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the most productive politicians on the phone.”

Doug said he’ll concentrate on doing whatever on-site constituency work needs to happen in Ward 2, and also on keeping Rob on the straight and narrow when it comes to resting, after the major surgery he’s just undergone. But Doug said some of the Ford

family traditions – including the summer FordFest bacchanals that the Fords have thrown for more than a decade – will continue.

“Like Rob emphasized to me, ‘things can’t stop because I’m in the hospital.’ Work with the constituents can’t stop, my fundraiser can’t stop, FordFest can’t stop,” Doug said. “The biggest challenge is we have to stop Rob. It’s very, very serious when they... took out his abdominal wall there. He could easily, over the next four or five or even six months the doctors say, have a major hernia.”

And Doug maintained he’s serious about keeping out of politics.

“I wasn’t elected, I chose the private sector and I’m just trying to help out the constituents,” he said. “It’s a unique situation we have.”

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Etobicoke’s creative scene steps into the spotlight with Cultural Hotspot

TAMARA SHEPHARD tshephard@insidetoronto.com Etobicoke is in the spotlight.

The city’s second edition of its Cultural Hotspot will shine a spotlight on arts, culture and community in centralsouth Etobicoke from May through October.

The initiative focuses on a series of signature projects to inspire residents, and visitors alike, to discover the arts, culture, food, businesses, heritage and parkland in Etobicoke bounded by Dixon Road to the lake, and from Park Lawn Road to Browns Line.

Sponsored by The Etobicoke Guardian, highlights of the Hotspot include a mobile art trailer, a seniors’ contemporary dance project, murals on TTC vehicles, local festivals, and more.

Toronto has budgeted $200,000 to advertise this year’s Cultural Hotspot, and is funding its community partners an additional $200,000 to mount unique events.

Nadira Pattison, manager of arts services with the city’s Economic Development and Culture division, said Cultural Hotspot 2015 creates an opportunity to bring investments to neighbourhoods through arts and culture.

Community partners help the city “put a lens on” and collect data on year-round happenings.

“Come engage in arts and culture, events, restaurants, unique businesses and find out interesting history,” Pattison said. “Even people who live in Etobicoke, it’s good to be reminded, ‘I can go to this’ or ‘I can take my friends to this.’”

Visit www.toronto.ca/culturalhotspot for more information, including interactive event listings.

Smaller, possibly new or emerging, arts and culture organizations leveraged city funding in so-called SPARK Projects to engage underserved populations and to

Photos/PETER C. MCCUSKER

The Rexdale Art Jam event held Tuesday at Elmbank Junior Middle Academy had dance instructor/choreographer Bayo Oriola, above left, leading Shamara Peart, Ashante Akins, Shanique Peart and Zahra Said though some moves. Below, Taila Omoruyi, left, Naomi Boakye, Kashish Gupta, grafitti artist Rob Bangrove and Michael Adu-Parko work on their lettering.

Above, Zakariye Ismail, left, and Jimmy Diep begin working with paints on canvas.

provide youth and community engagement, youth mentorship and employment, Pattison said.

The city has published 10,000 copies of its Cultural Hotspot 2015 Loops Guide and distributed it to more

than 35 community partners including The Assembly Hall, the Etobicoke Civic Centre, community centres and libraries.

The guide includes suggestions of half-day and full-day self-guided excursions to par-

ticipating Cultural Hotspot 2015 community partners.

The updated Loops Guide to last year’s south Scarborough Cultural Hotspot lists more than 200 points of interest, Pattison said.

The Etobicoke Cultural

Hotspot legacy guide will be published this fall.

In 2011, Toronto City Council approved a report, titled Creative Capital Gains, that recommended the city adopt a city-designated and funded Cultural Hotspot pro-

gram “to strengthen ties to culture-friendly businesses, to encourage novel partnerships and innovative models for participation in the arts.”

Pathways to Education Rexdale, in partnership with the city, presents its 4th Annual ART JAM 2015 on May 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Elmbank Junior Middle Academy, 10 Pittsboro Dr. It is a SPARK project of this year’s Hotspot showcase.

Pathways to Education is a national non-profit organization that helps youth in economically disadvantaged communities graduate from high school and successfully transition to post-secondary education.

Street art, painting and photography created by Jamestown and Rexdale youth in grades 9 and 10 explore the theme, Identities in Motion, and will be on display and on sale during the event’s silent auction.

Professional artists Arabi Rajeswaran, Rob Bangrove and Angela Tupper worked with students as mentors.

“It’s a great, unique celebration in north Etobicoke.

There’s nothing quite like it just for youth,” said event organizer Salomeh Ahmadi, a Rexdale Community Health Centre program facilitator.

“Youth expressed interest in exploring what identity means, and the fact it is always in motion and trying to capture that.”

Ahmadi said a body of knowledge and research shows the arts are proven to build resilience and selfesteem in young people because it offers learning that is non-intimidating.

“Arts promotes positive behaviours, reduces boredom and isolation. It’s about teaching technical aspects of art, but also engaging with youth having fun, exploring and developing friendships, memories and new skills,” she said.

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Homelands: Southeast Asian Dance and Music Fusion WHEN: 1 to 2 p.m. WHERE: Richview library, 1806 Islington Ave. CONTACT: Kara, 416-394-5120, COST: Free Andrew Timar (musician) and Keiko Ninomiya (dancer) perform dance and music from the Indonesian islands of Bali and Java, as well as from Cambodia. Followed by Homelands: Stories from Asia from 2 to 3 p.m. and henna art from 3 to 4 p.m.

Spring! Pan Am Path Art Relay Launch Event WHEN: 1 to 5 p.m. WHERE: Centre for Urban Ecology, Humber Arboretum, Humber College, 205 Humber College Blvd. CONTACT: Andrea Chrysanthou, 416-722-3793, andrea@lotusleaf.ca COST: Free Kid-friendly programs by Arts for Children and Youth, ROM BioBlitz, Dos Mundos, David Suzuki Foundation, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Etobicoke Master Gardeners, Centre for Urban Ecology and Toronto Bicycle Music Festival.

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Food Safety and Healthy Eating WHEN: 10 to 11 a.m. WHERE: Islington Seniors’ Centre, 4968 Dundas St. W. CONTACT: Debbie Morgan, 416-2313431, islingtonseniors@bellnet.ca COST: Free Learn from the experts how to protect yourself from foodborne illness.

Nurse Betty from Toronto Public Health speak about safe food handling and preparation with easy to follow tips to help you lead a healthy life.

WHERE: Nativity of our Lord Catholic Church, 480 Rathburn Road CONTACT: Rick Marchand, 905-464-3695, rmarchand@yestv.com COST: Free The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul and Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church will be holding a Bundle Up collection for those in need. Donations needed include: baby clothes, children’s clothing, adult clothing, shoes, linens, bedding, draperies, textiles, toys, books and small household items. A truck will be in the church parking lot all day, both days.

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BOGDAN’s Social & Singles Saturday Dance Night WHEN: 8 p.m. WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 210, 110 Jutland Rd. CONTACT: 416-231-2021 COST: $10 non-members/$5 members BOGDAN is a professional solo piano/keyboard player/vocalist who performs a mix of Modern, European, Latin, Country and timeless Classics.

Victoria Day Celebration Sizzler WHEN: 4 to 6 p.m. WHERE: Christ Church St. James Anglican Church, 194 Parklawn Rd. CONTACT: Bruce Smith, 416-251-8711, bruce.smith@ thresholdministries.ca COST: Free Barbecue, music, bouncy castle, games, balloons, crafts.

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Victoria Day Tea WHEN: 1 to 4 p.m. WHERE: Montgomery’s Inn Museum, 4709 Dundas St. W. CONTACT: Sue Pye, 416-3948113 COST: $10 HST Celebrate Victoria Day with an afternoon tea fit for a Queen. Price includes a complimentary guided tour of the museum. All ages are welcome. First come, first served.

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Tai Chi For Everyone WHEN: 10 to 11 a.m. WHERE: Bell Manor Park, Park Lawn and Berry roads CONTACT: Lin-Lin, 416-2317070, ext. 307, lin.chou@stonegatechc.org COST: Free Stonegate CHC will be running six weeks outdoors Tai Chi sessions. A qualified instructor from Fung Loy Kok Institute will be leading/teaching each of the movements. Contributes to better balance and posture, increased strength and flexibility, and calmness and peace of mind. Meet at the park or at Stonegate, 150 Berry Rd. Registration required.

No Frills Card Party WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Church of Christ the King, 475 Rathburn Rd. CONTACT: Ruth Pengalley, 416-6227616, calvinlweir@gmail.com COST: $5 per person Please bring your own cards. This will be the last card party until September. Wheelchair access: south doors.

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Ten Healthy Habits Of Financial Management WHEN: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Brentwood library, 36 Brentwood Rd. N. CONTACT: Todd Buhrows, 416394-5247, tbuhrows@torontopubliclibrary.ca COST: Free Get your financial house in order by learning healthy financial manage-

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Police urging people to report incidents when they occur TAMARA SHEPHARD tshephard@insidetoronto.com Thompson Orchard residents concerned about “escalating” teen aggression in their neighbourhood received a strong message from officers last Wednesday night – report incidents to police.

Dozens of residents and Kingsway business owners shared complaints in recent months of two reportedly different groups of teens that ranged from assault, vandalism and thefts from cars to physical intimidation, verbal assault, harassment and trespassing.

One young man reported being assaulted just after 9 p.m. one night in March 2014 just south of Starbucks on Thompson Avenue, the street where he lives.

“It was pretty vicious,” he said. “They just wanted my cell. They left when I roared like a lion. It’s definitely a real issue.”

Thompson Orchard Community Organization (TOCA) held the standingroom only public meeting at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School.

“There is a real imbalance between people observing things (and calling police),” TOCA chair Mike Green told the room. “I’m not being critical. I see things and think, ‘I don’t want to bother the police.’ But I’d encourage people to report incidents to police.”

Earlier, Green had met to discuss concerns with 22 Division police commander Supt. Shaun Narine, Sgt. Doug MacDonald, who heads the division’s community response unit and Jennifer Lau, Community Police Liaison Committee chair.

Countless residents and BIA board one person’s sugbusiness owners at the meetgestion it hire paid-duty ing reported being verbally police officers to deter the assaulted by a group of teens teens. using foul language, and at Thompson Avenue resident times, making anti-Semitic Adam Fox reported recently comments. escalating vandalism in the “They are s*** disturbneighbourhood. ers,” said one woman, who “In February, there was an has lived in the area for 44 incident of anti-Semitic vanyears. “They talk openly dalism. In early April, there were images representing the about sexual acts. Every second word they use is the male phallic symbol. I hear them nightly. In the last few F-word.”

One woman reported an weeks, my wife and I have attempt to burn down her called 22 Division about 50 home. times. Each time, the response isn’t quick enough.”

“They kicked in my basement window.

Clarke told They egged the crowd he m y h o u s e.

It was pretty vicious. did a search of They call my police reports They just wanted my for the area daughter names every cell. They left when I for the past single day. two months roared like a lion. It’s – and found They tried to burn my definitely a real issue. none. house down,” “There – Resident who was assaulted by she said. w e re n o B a group of teenagers Residents and Es, no further mischief, no thefts from autos,” he said. reported the teens hang out on rooftops, including that “I know there is mischief. I of The Running Room and see it. I know there are thefts Our Lady of Sorrows Roman from autos. But you need to Catholic Church, in alleyways report it... and on Bloor Street West “We need a complainant between Starbucks and Tim to bring a charge before the Hortons. courts.”

Tim Hortons’ owner Joe Clarke urged residents Siman said his Bloor Street and business owners to call West and Brentwood Road 416-808-2222 to make a South store is flush with surcomplaint. Complainants’ veillance cameras. reports will be taken over the “We’ve got cameras everyphone. where. Police are in all the Clarke reported there are time grabbing images off two groups of teens causing our system,” he said. “I live issues. down the street at Bloor and “One group comes from Islington. I grew up here for ECI (Etobicoke Collegiate 53 years. This is my home, too.

Institute),” he said. “They We’re going to do everything get out of school and go to we can.”

Tim Hortons to have a coffee.

Tim Hortons provided There’s a group that goes into police with a trespass notice the (Brentwood) library.” enabling officers to remove Several weekends ago, patrons. Sgt. John Clarke officers handed teens tickwith 22 Division’s commuets “left, right and centre,” nity response unit said he is Clarke reported, for offences hopeful Starbucks will do the ranging from spitting on the same. sidewalk to drinking alcohol Kingsway Business on the street.

Improvement Area (BIA) What’s your opinion? Email member Janice Pavicic said us your thoughts to etg@ insidetoronto.com she would take back to the

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Park Lawn Palooza returns May 22 Back by popular demand, the Park Lawn Palooza spring fair is set to return for a second year later this month.

Neighbours, community members and friends of the school are all invited to come out to Park Lawn Junior Middle School, 71 Ballacaine Dr., on Friday, May 22 from 5 to 8 p.m.

for this school fundraising event.

Park Lawn Palooza offers activities for everyone’s budget – with a range of both free and at-cost events, families can choose to spend a little or a lot.

Activities include: bouncy castles, a photo booth, a catered barbecue, mini circuits (cars),

ESS has need for volunteers Etobicoke Services for Seniors (ESS) is urgently seeking volunteers to visit seniors living in Etobicoke An ability to speak

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Correction A story on page 2 of the May 7 edition of The Etobicoke Guardian, headlined ‘Father John Redmond grad designs Canada 150 logo’, listed an inaccuracy about the geographical location of

the school.

In fact, Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School is located in south Etobicoke.

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“Unfortunately that vote for Woodbine was a very, very tight vote. I think it just got convoluted and mixed up in the major fight, which was the downtown issue.

“But now we’re focused on Woodbine and Woodbine only. And I can tell you that Woodbine has been a great community partner, they do a wonderful job, and they employ about 7,500 people – and this is also about protecting the jobs that are currently there.”

One of those existing jobs belongs to Joanne Brown, a 29-year employee of Woodbine Racetrack who came out to Monday night’s meeting to speak out in favour of expansion.

“Let’s get the shovel in the ground,” she said to cheers from the crowd. “I get laid off in the wintertime and it’s been happening for all 29 years (that I’ve worked there), because the racing season slows down...We have great employees there – that’s why they stay for 29, 40, 45 years – and I think we need to let Torontonians know what we have right here in Toronto.”

Brown was just one in a long line of attendees at Monday’s meeting to express their support for expanded gaming at Woodbine – including union representatives and former local politicians with strong ties to the community.

As president of Unite Here Local 75, Lis Pimentel represents 400 hospitality workers at Woodbine. She took the opportunity Monday night to express her concerns for not only protecting those existing jobs, but also ensuring that any new jobs created by an expansion be full-time and unionized – a sentiment that was echoed by several others who also spoke to the issue of “jobs to support families”.

“I have a couple concerns: one is protecting the existing jobs at Woodbine and making sure that the operation that’s there is sustainable and functioning really well and a real tourism hub so that the jobs that are there are safe,” she said.

“And two, that the jobs that would come would be really stable. We want full-

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The city’s Executive Committee will review the Woodbine casino proposal at its June 30 meeting.

time unionized jobs in that place.”

Former Etobicoke North councillor Suzan Hall and trustee John Hastings, as well as former Etobicoke Centre councillor Peter Leon, meanwhile, also added their voice of consent to the proposed Woodbine Casino expansion.

“I’ve lived in Etobicoke now for 60 years. In the early days before we became a city, we talked about developing the northwest corner and making things happen...We’ve watched industry grow in this area, and we watched industry walk away from this area lately,” Leon said.

“But new industr y is coming back. There are people living in that area who could use an opportunity to better themselves. I see this development, this opportunity, as something really great for this part of Etobicoke.” gambling concerns On the other side of the debate, one woman pleaded with the city to “not expand any casinos” but rather to expand awareness initiatives surrounding the “terrible, fatal disease” of compulsive gambling.

A recovering addict herself, Zohreh (who declined to give her last name), detailed for meeting attendees Monday night “her long, long experience of pain and suffering as a compulsive gambler.”

“I get goosebumps when I remember how I was spending 16 to 20 hours (a day in casinos) – me, a person, who wouldn’t even spend one minute in such a place when I

was healthy,” she said, noting that a case of post-traumatic stress disorder drove her to gamble and to lose “hundreds of thousands of dollars.”

“I destroyed my life, from a decent life to homelessness – I was literally homeless...Please stop destroying families and expand any information about this addiction, which every single day is killing many innocent, brilliant, talented people, and robbing bread from the throats of innocent children by the money their ill, addicted parents are stealing and taking to casinos.”

Both the Medical Officer of Health and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) are expected to weigh in on the casino at Woodbine debate – with the Medical Officer of Health to report to the June 1 meeting of the board of health on any public health impacts of expanding gaming at Woodbine, and CAMH to receive from Ontario Lottery and Gaming data related to gambling, with the purpose of developing a “better understanding of problem gambling in host communities.”

From there, Peter Notaro, the city’s director of Corporate Intergovermental and Agency Relations, said the city manager’s office is expected to come back to the Executive Committee at its June 30 meeting with a report. And if given the greenlight at Executive Committee, the report will then go to Toronto City Council for a decision on July 7.

Let us know what you think about the casino expanding its gaming options: etg@ insidetoronto.com

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Franklin Horner organzing trip to Flamboro Downs and cruise Franklin Horner Community Centre (FHCC) is set to host a Grand River Cruise and Flamboro Downs bus trip on Wednesday, May 20.

Cost of the trip – which departs from FHCC, 432 Horner Ave., at 9 a.m. and returns at 9 p.m. – is $75.

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TTC bus driver charged with sex assault of teen Catch 22 seeks Darryl Hayes A TTC bus driver has been charged with sexual assault in connection with a 16-year-old female passenger – charges the TTC has called “incredibly serious and disturbing.”

Police believe there may be more victims.

Toronto police said a male TTC bus driver left Kipling Subway Station on May 5 with a 16-year-old girl and other passengers.

The driver Toronto, has been charged with sexual stopped the bus assault, sexual interin a commercial ference and sexual area when only the girl remained exploitation. on the bus.

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Phillips is not the girl sit in the bus’ driver’s seat. presently performThe man sexually Cleveland Phillips ing TTC duties, the assaulted the girl, TTC said in a statepolice said. ment.

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Exceptional Family Home on Quiet Cul-de-sac in Princess Anne Manor! Spectacular Colwood Reno W/ Custom Features & Finishes Throughout - No Detail Overlooked! Inviting Centre Hall Entry, Formal Living & Dining, Gourmet Eat-In Kitchen! W/Outs from Dining & Kit to Private Picturesque Yard W/ Pool. Lux Master Retreat W/ Ens Bath & His/Hers W/In Closets! Fin Lower W/ Rec, 4 pc Bath & 2 Addnl Brs! Close to All Amenities, Great Schools + Minutes to St Georges Golf & CC! 10 Kingsfold Crt. $1,848,000. tel cell

$619,900

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Professionals Inc., Brokerage

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12 INDIAN GROVE This lovely detached 5 bedroom home is located in the covetted High Park area. Outstanding features include spacious and well appointed principal rooms, 150 ft deep lot with a tranquil and private garden, bright nanny/ granny suite with separate entrance and within a stone’s throw of the subway,street cars and major highway.

Asking $1,628,000

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305 RUNNYMEDE RD NEAR BLOOR

$1,499,000 Absolutely stunning newer home. Over 3700 Sq Ft of living space. 5 bedrms & 5 baths. Gourmet kitchen, granite counters & centre island. Large Family rm w/10ft vaulted ceilings, firpl & w/o huge deck. Enormous Master w/ spa-ensuite. Fin. basement w/8ft ceilings. Near Bloor & High Park. www.305Runnymede.com

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CONSUMER FEATURE

RE/MAX professionals to hold yard sale for breast cancer research Sales representative Kathy Gordon and her family at RE/MAX Professionals Inc. are holding a Yard Sale for the Cure to benefit the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and you can help.

On May 23, stop by the sale to take a look at housewares, furniture, knickknacks, clothing and more. Every dollar spent will go directly to breast cancer research.

If you can’t make it, don’t worry. Collect unwanted items over the next week and call or email the Gordon family directly.

They will be renting a truck to pick up donations of all sizes on May 22.

Your donation will go towards the search for a cure and give new life to your unused items.

The Gordons’yard sale will be held on May 23 between 7 a.m. and 12 p.m. at 9 Random St. Call (416)236-1241 or email kgordonremax@rogers.com to donate yard sale items.

Yard Sale for the Cure will take place across Canada on May 23. To donate money or for more information, visit yardsaleforthecure.com.

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Central Etobicoke! Charming 3 +1 B d r m B u n g a l o w .

Fantastically Maintained & Beautifully Landscaped By Original Owners. Extra Large Custom Built Attached Garage. 3 Good Sized Bedrooms, Hardwood Under Broadloom. Great Family Rm With Fireplace & 4th Bedroom/Office In Basement.

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This charming 3 bedroom bungalow features wonderful 0 ,00 9 2 hardwood floors, renovated $7 kitchen and baths and bonus living space in the finished LINDA MORROW basement. Walkout to an Sales Representative 416 762-8255 oversized deck and a large landscaped lot 50X150 ft.

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CUSTOM BUNGALOW 2 ACRE LOT

Castlemore Estates, Situated on Cul-de-Sac, Stone Exterior, 3 Car Garage, Gourmet Kitchen, Center Island, S/S Appliances, Finished Walkout Basement, Ideal for Entertaining or In-Law/ Nanny Suite, Quality Built, Loaded with Upgrades, Great Location, Minutes to All Amenities! Only $1,699,900!

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Situated on 2 Acre Lot, Detached 6 Bedroom 2 Storey, Floating Circular Staircase, Renovated Kitchen, Granite Countertops, Vaulted Ceilings, Finished Walkout Basement, Ideal for Entertaining plus a 2 Bedroom In-Law Suite, Amazing Property & Opportunity! Only $1,200,000

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Situated on a Quiet Crescent & on Premium Pie Shaped Lot, 4 Bedroom 2 Storey with Walkout Basement, Immaculately Maintained, Original Owners, Thousands Spent on Upgrades, Granite floor, New Doors & Windows, Marble Fireplaces, Great for Entertaining, Walkout to Landscaped Lot, Simply must be Seen!

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Situated on Coveted Quiet Cul-de-Sac, Dead end Street, Gorgeous Renovated 2 Storey, Designer Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Massive Living Room, Master Bedroom Retreat, Ensuite + His and Her Closet, Professionally Finished Basement, Walkout to Landscaped Lot, Large Interlock Patio, Awning, Garage, Amazing Location! Steps to Yonge St & Subway Close to Amenities! $1,100,000!

SOLD IN 1WK FOR 105% OF ASKING!!!

R ANOTHE SOLD SPECTACULAR 2 STOREY

Totally Renovated, Double Door Entry, Large Foyer, Circular Staircase, Iron Railing, Wainscoting, Custom Kitchen, Quartz Counter, Renovated Bathrooms, Prof.

Finished Basement, Ideal for Entertaining, Shows to Perfection, Prof. Landscaped, Just Move in & Enjoy!

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AMAZING LOCATION & INVESTMENT PROPERTY!!

3 in One, 60 Yr Established Automotive Shop with 5 Bays, 16ft Ceiling, Access From Front and Back Lane, Turn Key, All Equipment & Business Included, Commercial Unit at Front (Previously Used as Auto Parts Store) Plus 2 Bedroom Apartment Above, High Demand Location Bloor/ Lansdowne/Dupont, Only $999,900!

ROYAL YORK & EGLINTON

Stunning Euro designed 4 bdrm. Gorgeous 5 level backsplit Situated on a Quiet Court on A Premium Pie Shaped Lot, Thousands Spent on Updates and Upgrades, Separate Side Entrance, Ideal for Entertaining or In-Law Suite, Huge Family & Rec Rooms, Steps to Amenities & Transit, High Demand Neighbourhood! Only $899,900!

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SOLD IN 1WK FOR 109% OF ASKING!!

Brick & Stone Exterior, Gorgeous 3+1 Bedroom 2 Storey situated on 140 Ft Deep Lot, Open Concept Layout, Designer Decor, High Ceilings, Granite Counters, 3 Walkouts, Loaded with Upgrades, Amazing Value! Only $849,900!

Surrounded by million dollar homes and situated on a 55ft lot. Detached 3 bedroom bungalow in pristine condition. Original owners in high demand neighbourhood. Must be seen, Amazing opportunity and value only $899,900!!

R ANOTHE SOLD ORCHARD HEIGHTS High Demand Quiet Neighbourhood Situated on a Premium 70 x 282 Ft Ravine Lot Overlooking Etobicoke Creek, Detached Sidesplit, Open Concept Living Room, Walkout Basement, Fabulous Opportunity! Only $839,000!

LEASIDE OPPORTUNITY

Well Maintained Detached Bungalow with Amazing Potential - Live, Rent, Renovate Or Build! Large Lot, Private Driveway W/Garage, Separate Side Entrance To Basement Apartment, Many Recent Updates. Move In Now Or Renovate To Suit Your Taste. Close To Shopping, Parks And Transit. Don’t Miss Out!! Only $799,900!

SOLD IN 1WK FOR 105% OF ASKING!!

AMAZING 80 X 222 FT LOT

Detached Toronto Bungalow with 3+1 Bedrooms, Stunning Lot, Backing onto Ravine, Long Private Drive, Garage, Huge Shed, Large Garden, Finished Basement Ideal for In-Law Suite or Entertaining, Only $775,000!

1700SQFT LUXURY WOODBRIDGE CONDO!!

Spectacular 3 bedroom Ambria Condo. Luxurious European style low rise in high demand location. Custom built and designed, upgraded and professionally decorated open concept suite. Gourmet kitchen, massive centre island, granite countertop, formal dining room, crown mouldings, 2 balconies, loaded with upgrades, 2 parking spots, simply must be seen only $750,000.

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Renovated Detached 3 Bedroom, Open Concept Custom Kitchen, Marble Countertop, Stainless Steel Appliances, Hardwood Floors, New Oak Stairs, 4 Walkouts, Separate 1 Bedroom In-Law Suite, Simply Must be Seen!

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AMAZING OPPORTUNITY!!

Large 4+1 Bedrm Backsplit, Spacious Living/Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Separate Family Room With W/O To Yard, Finished Basement, Separate Side Entrance And Private Drive. Amazing Opportunity To Add Your Own Touches. Don’t Miss Out! Only $599,900!!

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Brand New Luxurious Waterfront Resort Style Living, Fabulous 1+1 Bedroom Suites Loaded with Upgrades, Hardwood Floor, Built-in Appliances, Mirror Closet, Granite + Quartz Countertops, Large Balconies, Clear Gorgeous Views of Lake + Toronto Skyline, Amazing Value & Opportunity, Must Be Seen! Only $369,900 & $399,900!

YORK UNIVERSITY TOWNHOME

Huge Renovated 5 Bdrm End Unit with Rare 3 Kitchens, Steps to York University and New Finch Subway Station. Basement Apt with W/O to Stone Patio, Income Potential from Student Renters Etc. Corner End Unit, Like a Semi! In 2014: New Doors, Shingles, Furnace and Fence! Great Investment! Only $319,000!

GORGEOUS BUNGALOW!!

Situated on a large lot with private backyard. Large foyer, spacious living room, formal dining room.

Huge sunroom addition, skylights, separate side entrance to professionally finished basement, ideal for in-law suite or entertaining. Double garage, close to all amenities, only $649,900!!

YONGE AND EGLINTON!

Sun Filled Corner Suite, Elegant and Spacious 2 Bedroom Split Plan with 10 Ft Ceilings, Extended Full Height Upper Kitchen Cabinets, Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Countertops with Breakfast Bar, Large Floor to Ceiling Windows with Gleaming Hardwood, Designer Touch in Every Room Including Customized Closets and Drapes. Great Amenities and Walk Score 96. Must be Seen! Only $549,900!

ROYAL YORK AND THE QUEENSWAY!!

Sought after neighborhood. Detached 4 bedroom, 2 storey with open concept living room and formal dining room.

4 bathrooms, finished basement with 2nd kitchen, rec room, and wet bar ideal for entertaining or ln-law suite.

Large verandah, private drive, double garage, amazing value only $649,900!!

ICE 2

Brand New Corner Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 753 Sq Ft on 20th Floor, Fabulous Layout, Walk out to Balcony, Parking & Locker Included, Fabulous Location Directly Connected to Maple Leaf Square, Fabulous Amenities, Amazing Value! Being Sold Under Assignment. Only $549,900!

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Wonderfully Spacious 2 bdrm + den, Beautiful Panoramic views from the 285 Sq Ft Wrap Around Balcony. Floor to Ceiling Windows, Rich Dark Floors in Open Concept Living/ Dining Room, Granite Kitchen Counters, Huge Master Bdrm with Ensuite. Luxurious Amenities. Great Location! Amazing Value!!! Only $389,900!

Large One Bedroom plus Den Featuring Oversized Windows and City Views. Functional Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Breakfast Bar, Walk-in Pantry and Storage.

Hotel Like Amenities; 24 Hr Concierge, Indoor/Outdoor Pool, Rooftop Patio. Walk Score, Bike Score, and Transit Score are Excellent! Great Investment. Only $369,825!!

HEART OF RICHMOND HILL

Stunning 688 SqFt 1 + Den with Unobstructed Views, Rare Oversized Den can be 2nd Bdrm, 2 Walkouts to Large Balcony, Granite Counters and Marble Vanities, Newer Building at Yonge/16th. World Class Amenities! Only $289,000!

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Stunning Value for this 1 Bdrm + Den in the New Parkside Village Condo at City Center! Lovely South View of Lake through Floor to Ceiling Windows, Granite Counters, Stainless Steele Appliances, Hardwood, 9 Ft Ceilings, 50,000 Sq Ft. Of World Class Amenities! Only $278,000!

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Detached Brick 4+1 Bedroom 2 Storey on Premium 50 Ft Lot Backing onto Parkland, Fabulous Layout, Circular Staircase, Large Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Main Floor Family Room, Finished Walkout Basement, Resort Like Backyard with Inground Pool!

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“Fabulous Penthouse Suite At “The Essence”! Luxury Boutique Condo Living! Beautifully Appointed 1 + 1 Bedroom Suite – Approximately 800SqFt.Extra-High Ceilings, Beautiful Trimwork, Kitchen W/ Granite Counters, Hardwood Floors And Walkout To Large Terrace. Close To Transit, Schools, Amenities And Million Dollar Homes! Absolutely Beautiful!!! Only $329,900!

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Renovated 2 Bdrm Suite near Gage Park and Shopper’s World, Unobstructed Views of peaceful Ravine and Creek, Newer Kitchen with Glass Backsplash and S/S Appliances, Huge Living/Dining Room, Hardwood Throughout, Very Low Maintenance Fees, Super Value!

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One of a Kind Renovated Detached Duplex, Long Private Drive, Huge Double Garage, Live in Open Concept 2 Bedroom Home/Suite, Gas Fireplace in Large Family Room, Walkout to Large Deck Overlooking Your Gorgeous Inground Pool, Putting Green, Separate Rec Room with Pool Table, Separate Back Yard, Plus 2 Apartments (2 Bdrm & 1 Bdrm) Included. Amazing Investment! Great Lifestyle & Less than Rent. Must be Seen! At $649,900, with 5% down & 2 Apts Rented, Pay only $1,100/Mth and Own this Beauty!!!

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Detached 3 bedroom on 20x200ft lot. Updated bathroom, open concept living and dining room, family size kitchen, separate side entrance to finished basement ideal for entertaining or possible In-law suite. Spacious backyard, long private 6 car driveway, simply must be seen!!

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Large 3 Bdrm near Lake Simcoe on a Huge 50 by 200 Ft Lot, Backing onto Forest close to the Beach, Enormous Finished Basement with Rec Room and 2 Extra Bdrms, Only a Few Homes on this Private Road near Alcona! Your Own Private Oasis! Only $319,900

CLARKSON VILLAGE TOWNHOUSE Quiet 3 bedroom unit with great layout and 2 balconies. Ideal view of courtyard and salt water pool. Located in the Clarkson PS district and just a 10 minute walk to the GO. Comes with parking and a huge locker. A super value!! Only $165,000

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Bruce MacLean makes his 104th birthday celebration a group affair with friends at Evangel Hall Mission JUSTIN SKINNER jskinner@insidetoronto.com At 104 years old, Bruce MacLean has lived a long and happy life. On Wednesday, May 6, he celebrated his birthday the same way he’s celebrated each of his last few – sharing some good cheer with members of Evangel Hall Mission.

MacLean, who lives in Etobicoke and winters in Florida, has marked every birthday since his 101st at the mission, ensuring the celebration is shared by those whose birthdays often go forgotten.

“It’s sort of been a joint venture between Evangel Hall and myself to recognize all the birthdays of all the people who come here normally,” said the spry centenarian. “Most of them never have any birthday recognition, so this is an opportunity to share a birthday with them.”

The former University of Toronto professor of mathematics remains active, and in recent years, he has

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Bruce MacLean cuts his cake during his 104th birthday party held at the Evangel Hall Mission.

been able to focus on his golf game.

“I’ve spent the last 33 consecutive winters in Florida and I’ve played

a lot of golf down there,” he said.

“I play golf up here too when the weather cooperates.”

MacLean has lived in Toronto

his entire life, with the exception of a stint in the Navy during the Second World War, and has lived in the same family home in Etobicoke since 1927. He chose Evangel Hall Mission, near Bathurst and Adelaide streets, to celebrate and share his birthday after a long-standing relationship with the organization.

“I’ve been a supporter of Evangel Hall for a long time and I know the calibre of work they do,” he said.

MacLean’s daughter, Linda Ann Jewell, said MacLean first got involved with Evangel Hall through the Presbyterian Church of Canada.

On his birthday each year, he covers the cost of a massive roast beef dinner and two large cakes for more than 100 mission members.

The centenarian has a few words of wisdom when it comes to longevity.

“The big thing I’ve always said is ‘moderation in everything,’” he said. “Good food, lots of exercise and lots of good friends.”

When it comes time for his birthday celebration, while MacLean wants to shine a light on the mission, its work and those who use its services, there’s little question he’s the man of the hour.

“It’s absolutely fantastic to have this every year,” said Evangel Hall Mission member and volunteer Guy Markle. “He comes in and everybody cheers for him and claps for him.”

“He’s 104 years old and he’s still doing well. He’s a spunky old guy.”

MacLean plans to continue his birthday tradition for as long as he keeps having birthdays, enjoying the opportunity to share his special day with those who often don’t get to celebrate birthdays of their own.

“Life is pretty good,” he said.

“It’s only right to share that with others.”

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How to Select Your Home Improvement Contractor The Certified Contractors Network (CCN) is an independent, North American organization focused on increasing the professionalism in the contacting industry, as well educating homeowners on how to select a professional contractor. CCN states that “the critical factor in a successful contracting project is selecting the right contractor”.

With the multitude of home renovation shows now on television, home owners are learning that not all renovations go as they had hoped.

Most dissatisfied construction project victims limit their investigation focus to “How much will it cost?” even though studies clearly show that most dissatisfaction involves the lower bid contractors.

risk before the project even starts. The CCN suggests selecting a contractor that can show you in writing all of the following criteria: • Has a permanent place of business and is licensed.

• Has a minimum of $2,000,000 in liability insurance and complete worker’s compensation coverage (WSIB). Homeowners may be liable for uninsured contractors.

• Staff are trained and certified by the manufacturer.

• Installs products according to all of the manufacturer’s specifications to validate the product warranty.

To prevent miscommunication problems the entire buying party should invest at least an hour with each potential contractor before Have you looked at all sides of • Can provide a reference list of customers, preferably from over a making a decision. It can prevent hours wasted chasing down your roof recently? number of years. non-responsive contractors, and save you thousands of dollars in the • Takes the time to fully answer questions of everyone involved in long run. the decision, thereby reducing the chances of miscommunication The CCN recommends breaking the buying process into four and unrealized expectations down the line. components. (1) Problems: What are the problems that are causing the • Has a proven track record of resolving complaints to ensure need for construction? (2) Products: What products and procedures customer satisfaction. Even the best of contractors have disputes solve these problems? (3) People: Who is the right contractor to for one reason or another. install the products and how do you qualify them? (4) Price: How do you determine if the price quoted is fair and competitive?

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New poets can test out their latest prose and possibly win $100 in the process.

Words by the Water Poetry Collective presents Rep Your Set: Poetry Slam and Open Mic the first Tuesday of the month at Lamp Community Health Centre, 185 Fifth St., 6 to 9 p.m.

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The opening reception and awards presentation goes ahead Friday, May 22 at 7 p.m.

The centre is located at 34 Riverdale Dr. Free to attend.

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Celebrate music with a night of funk, soul, hip hop, jazz and house on Saturday, May 23.

Still Life with DJs Vespa and The Devil’s Son-in-Law take over Placebo Space for this 19-plus event.

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p.m. Placebo Space is located at 2877 Lake Shore Blvd. W. SING OUT LOUD AT MUSIC FEST wCHILDREN

The Kingsway Conservatory of Music is once again presenting its annual Children’s Music Festival.

About 150 children aged four to 10 will present music from various cultures, with a mix of vocal, instrumental and dance.

The show takes place Sunday, May 31, Humber College Auditorium, 3199 Lake Shore Blvd. W. at 2 p.m.

Cost is $5.

Keep up-to-date by visiting toronto.ca/culturalhotspot, its facebook.com/ CulturalHotspot and on Twitter: @CulturalHotspot Georgia Balogiannis is The Guardian’s news editor. Her column appears every second Thursday. Email gbalogiannis@ insidetoronto.com or call 416-4956642 to share your event.

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Two men then forced the woman to the safe and obtained various narcotics.

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Tw o m e n a n d a woman fled the scene, police said.

A man and a woman were later arrested.

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Amanda Hartog, 36, of Toronto, has been charged with robbery; conspiracy to commit an indictable offence; dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and possession of property obtained by crime.

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Etobicoke’s ‘Mr. Linen’ honoured as entrepreneur of the year Chris Jakubowski, owner of Mega City Linen, receives award from Polish Chamber of Commerce Edward T. Krupka etg@insidetoronto.com

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In fact, The Polish Chamber Of Commerce honoured him with its prestigious entrepreneur of the year award on April 23 at the Pearson Convention Centre.

“We are overjoyed and honored that Chris is getting the award for all the great work he’s done in the business all these years – not only as supplier of linens to the top hotels in the GTA, but also through his philanthropic work with many charities,” said Elizabeth Niemiec, managing director of The Polish Chamber Of Commerce.

Hailing from the northeastern city of Bialystok, Poland, Jakubowski had merchant blood in his veins.

“I always had a desire to sell and succeed. When I was a little boy, six years old or so, I had a store: my father’s barn. Here, I was selling candy and other goods to the kids and sometimes the adults, while making a healthy profit,” chuckled Jakubowski.

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“Look: Everybody needs linen.”

So says Chris Jakubowski, a.k.a ‘Mr. Linen,’ the bespectacled president and owner of Etobicoke-based Mega City Linen, Canada’s largest independent linen and rental supply company.

“If you have a wedding, or some kind of an event, you need linens for lots of things – like napkins, rags, chair covers, runners, bed sheets. We supply whatever you need,” explained Jakubowski in a recent interview.

Ever the uber salesman, Jakubowski is a born huckster.

“Chris? Man, he can sell you anything,” said Mark, a long-time employee.

Twenty-five years after launching his business, garnering a base of more than 1,000 clients, like the Metro Convention Centre, while establishing himself as the premier leader in the linen supply and rental business, Jakubowski has made his

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He was recently named entrepreneur of the year by the Polish Chamber of Commerce.

spirit to sell, he realized that the Communist regime there was not conducive to him.

Arriving in Toronto, Canada in the

fall of 1990 at age 22, Jakubowski took on his first job in linens.

“I worked in a linen factory, where I stacked linens, unloaded the trucks and other jobs,” he explained.

Around this time, Jakubowski was mapping out his future. “I had a vision. I came at a time where I knew this was a business I was going to excel at.”

Excel he did. After several grueling years of learning the business, at times too tired to go home, he would even sleep in the linen bins. “Number 14. The blue one,” he said.

In the late ’90s, Jakubowski decided to take the leap in his first foray as a businessman and launched Mega City Linen.

“I wanted the company to be known as something strong. Someone they can count on. When I started, I saw vendors who didn’t take care of their clients. I wanted to change that.

It’s because of the clients, we stay in business,” Jakubowski said.

Getting a loan from a credit union, he started with just four people in a

compact 3,000 square foot facility in Etobicoke at 99 Advance Rd. Now years later, with a massive 63,000 square foot facility on Albion Road near Hwy. 27, Mega City employs between 65 to 100 people.

“We are a family-owned business and always will be,” Jakubowski points out.

Mega City has grown in stature and has diversified with other venues.

“We have expanded to include our WEDS – Wedding Event Design Studio, a flower and accessories line, not to mention our newly added limousine service. Believe me when I say we are your one-stop event shop.

I promise you, you won’t leave here empty handed,” Jakubowski said.

Jakubowski displays no signs of slowing down.

“We’ve had several offers to sell out but I built this from scratch and I want to see it grow to amazing heights,” he said.

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During the summer, pedorthists recommend that children wear footwear that balances ease with comfort and support. As children are always on the go they like shoes they can quickly take on and off. Parents are advised to look for sandals with velcro straps as they are quick and easy to get into and secure the foot snuggly in the shoe as effectively as laces.

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HUGS ALL AROUND FOR THE KIDS: (Clockwise from above) Meagan’s Walk founder and Etobian Denise Bebenek responds to children at the windows of Sick Kids hospital on Saturday during the finale of the annual Meagan’s Walk fundraiser to benefit the hospital. Since losing her daughter to a brain tumour in 2002, Bebenek has organized the 5km Meagan’s Walk that ends with a human hug around the Sick Kids; Melissa and her daughter Hayla, 8, join the big hug; Mark Lang and his son Ryan, 4, reach the end of 5km walk; Meagan’s aunt Joanne, right, high fives Mitch Carnduff.

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But with last year’s brutal winter requiring intense maintenance of the well-past-itsprime regular streetcar fleet TTC spokesperson Brad Ross admitted on Twitter, there just wasn’t enough time to get the PCCs up and running in time for the summer. Pity.

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Tw o m o re re f u r b i s h e d Scarborough RT cars went back into service last week.

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The firm of Dewar and Graham started in 1949. In 1998, Fred Levitt and Murray Lightman, who had been practic-

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Fred Levitt has 49 years of experience and can provide you with the advice that you require relating to real estate, small business law, and wills and estates.

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“The solicitor/client relationship we’ve established has made the legalities of doing business easier and less stressful. All aspects of business and personal transactions have been handled professionally and efficiently and will continue to recommend Levitt, Lightman, Dewar & Graham LLP to friends and colleagues.”

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BASEMENT FLOODS ARE ON THE RISE. DON’T LET YOUR BASEMENT BE NEXT. Together we can stop heavy rainfall, melting snow and runoff from ending up in your basement. At the City, we’re doing our part by plex underground continually updating and maintaining Toronto’s complex pipes, sewers and catch basins. Now it’s your turn. Here are some tips to help you flood-proof your home.

Fix cracks in your foundation.

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New playground finally coming to Silverhill Park School board and city to enter new 12-year licensing agreement SAM JURIC etg@insidetoronto.com The wait is over for residents hoping for a new playground in Silverhill Park.

Resident Angela DiamanteKaravas has been pushing for the city to revamp the park since 2007 and has attended community meetings about it for the past four years.

She was pregnant with her son when she first began advocating for the improvements to Silverhill Park.

Her son is now eight years old.

“I’ve been to every meeting. I put everything I had into this,” she said.

Diamante-Karavas speaks passionately about the need for a better playground in the neighbourhood.

“This playground is important because there are more and more children in the area but there is no established park in the area. There is so much greenspace that hasn’t been utilized until now.”

After waiting years to refurbish the space, which is owned by the Toronto D i s t r i c t S c h o o l B o a rd (TDSB), and leased by the City of Toronto, residents were told at a public meeting Monday night a new licensing agreement would be struck and put in place for 12 years.

Jeff Latto, senior manager of Major Capital Projects and Building Partnerships for the TDSB, confirmed to a crowd of approximately 40 people gathered at St. Elizabeth Catholic School that an agreement is set to be signed by June 17.

Due to the uncertainty of whether the city would get to retain the lease, longtime plans for refurbishing the park have been on hold.

Resident Margaret Lyons, 76, has been telling her granddaughter about the

Staff photo/IAN KELSO

Residents have been pushing to improve the play equipment at Silverhill for eight years.

plans for a playground since she was an infant.

“I told her someday they’ll put a playground here. She’s now five,” Lyons said.

The meeting was hosted

by Ward 5 Councillor Justin Di Ciano who echoed the sentiments that residents have waited too long.

The Silverhill Park partnership between the TDSB and the City of Toronto has been nothing if not unusual.

“We have a very unique situation where we have the City of Toronto building on land that isn’t ours,” Di Ciano said.

Those in attendance were invited to offer feedback on the selection of new play equipment.

TDSB Trustee Pamela Gough spoke of the need for upgrades to the park.

“Greenspace in general is very important to neighbourhoods. Parks are really important. They are community gathering places.”

Both the TDSB and City of Toronto have agreed to set a target completion date of October for the new playground and Gough said she’s sure it’s feasible.

Be s i d e s t h e o u t d o o r space, the site also includes a former public school that’s currently being used by the Etobicoke Year-Round Alternative Centre.

With a new playground next door available for use by the general public, concern was raised for the safety of students at the school.

Latto responded that

student safety and security would be a priority. Access to the playground during school hours would be limited to students only, he said.

Di Ciano echoed Latto’s promises with regards to the playground: “It will be safe, it will be clean and it will be maintained.”

Some residents remained skeptical and raised concerns over the TDSB potentially being able to sell the property and break the agreement.

Latto assured residents that once signed, the agreement would be ironclad, preventing the TDSB from selling the property through the duration of the agreement.

The TDSB expects population growth over the next decade in Etobicoke which has contributed to the school board’s decision to continue to hold on to the property and insist on a licensing agreement over a leasing agreement.

A leasing agreement has traditionally been used when the property involved was not being used by the TDSB. However, because the space will be shared by both the TDSB and the city a licensing agreement has been set in place.

Money to build the park, $358,000, has already been secured by the city.

However, residents were told the TDSB has no plans to dismantle the playground even if the agreement is not

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Join me in celebrating FLAG DAY

Relay for life

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Science and careers Lanor Middle School students take part in science, technology, engineering and mathematics open house and Monsignor John Coorigan students host a career day STEM work: Below, Lanor Junior Middle School Grade 8 student Marienza Miserere updates a program in her robot before doing a demonstration during the school’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) open house last Wednesday evening. Below middle, Jude Cook, 6, tries his hand at OSMO, a tangram computer program for design, with teacher Michelle Ross during the open house. Below right, Sam Ayiotis traces a path on an electronic pad that will direct his robot. Right, members of the Grade 6 Motion dance group perform at the open house.

Learning about various skills: Above left, students Breven Willis, right, Terrell Scott and Fanar Matti check out some gear belonging to former NHL hockey player Mike Krushelinisky during Career Day events at Monsignor John Corrigan Catholic School last Thursday. Above middle, Treesa Varghese, left, and architect Leo Ariemma examine a a basic wood frame structure during Career Day events. Right, Fanar Matti, left, and Yamila Griffone pet Dandy, under the the watchful eye of Toronto Police Victim Services’ Bobbie McMurrich. Dandy is in training to become a victim services dog.

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Richard Graves, 82, has plenty of Pan Am Path art relay launch miles, medals, on his odometer michele mclean Etobicoke athlete of the month for May Richard Graves began running 37 years ago because of a weight problem.

Richard who is 82 years old explained that he used to smoke cigarettes and when he quit smoking he gained so much weight that he had to have his suits tailor-made. Enough was enough and he began to run for exercise to lose the weight.

Graves currently runs 12 months a year, four days a week and trains approximately 32-40 kilometres a week.

He has participated in more than 900 races in many parts of the world including the United States and the United Kingdom. He is an internationally renowned runner who has placed first, second or third in most of his races in his age category and has a shrine of over 600 race medals in his Etobicoke

Courtesy photo

Richard Graves, left, accepts his Athlete of the Month award from Etobicoke Sports Hall of Fame chair Joanne Noble.

home.

Last year, he ran the Toronto half marathon and finished in two hours and twenty minutes and claims

he’s slower than he used to be because of a few new aches and pains.

After 60,000 miles Richard credits his running to his good health and is very happy he took up running when he did. When he is not running, Richard loves to dance.

“Some people will never come remotely close to running that much in their lifetime. Richard is such an inspiration and a true ambassador to good health and I look very forward to going for a run with him in the near future,” said Joanne Noble, chair of the board for the Etobicoke Sports Hall of Fame.

The Athlete of the Month is sponsored by The Etobicoke Sports Hall of Fame, Humber College, Canadian Tire – The Queensway and The Etobicoke Guardian. To nominate an athlete, visit www.etobicokesports.ca

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The Pan Am Path Art Relay is set to launch Saturday, May 16 with Spring!, a one-day festival at the Centre for Urban Ecology.

The event will have DJs, music, dance performances, art installations, sports activities, tree plantings, gardening workshops and more. The public is invited to join the Playing for Keeps Bike Ride on the Path led by three-time Olympic Medalist Curt Harnett at 11 a.m.

1,300 artists and wPanamania, 250 performances a 35-day arts and culture festival, is set to take place across Toronto July 10 to Aug. 15.

The festival will showcase artists who’ve won Grammy, Latin Grammy and Juno Awards and who will perform free outdoor concerts during Panamania. handball team announced wWomen’s

The Canadian Olympic Committee and Handball Canada announced the

pan am/parapan am women’s handball team selections for the Pan Am Games, which will run from July 10 to 26 at Exhibition Centre.

The Canadian roster athletes: Kim Barette St-Martin, Nassima Benhacine, Amanda Desnoyers, Kimberley Ewanovich, Vassilia Gagnon, Myriam Laplante, Valerie Lochet, Audrey Marcoux, Abbey Perry, Catherine Poirier, Janel Rogiani, Emily Routhier, Brenna Sanderson, Taylor Sterling and Christina ArèsSt-Onge.

Sitting volleyball wAthletes teams nominated for both men’s and women’s sitting volleyball teams have been nominated to the Canadian Paralympic Committee for selection to the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games team.

A total of 12 men and 10 women were named to the team along with head coaches. The Parapan

Am Games (Aug. 7 to 15) will be an important tournament for Canada’s men’s and women’s national sitting volleyball teams as it is a direct qualifier for the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio, Brazil.

Pan Am Softball wThe2015 schedule announced full schedule for men’s and women’s softball at the Pan Am Games has been released.

Men’s softball will return to the Games for the first time since 2003. The six men’s teams competing include Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Argentina, Dominican Republic and Venezuela.

Besides Canada, other women’s teams competing are the U.S., Cuba, Brazil, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.

To view the full schedule or buy tickets, visit www.

TORONTO2015.org/tickets Michele McLean’s column on the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/ Parapan Am Games appears every second week. Reach her at mmclean@insidetoronto.com

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Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. ‡3.49% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on new select models through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Examples: 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 (25A+AGR)/2015 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package/2015 Chrysler 200 LX/2015 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package with a Purchase Price of $27,995/$19,995/$19,995/$19,995, with a $998/$0/$0/$0 down payment, financed at 3.49% for 96 months equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $149/$110/$110/$110 with a cost of borrowing of $3,983/$2,950/$2,950/$2,950 and a total obligation of $31,977.91/$22,944.90/$22,944.90/$22,944.90. †0% purchase financing for up to 36 months available on select new 2015 models to qualified customers on approved credit through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Examples: 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 (25A+AGR)/2015 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package with a Purchase Price of $27,995/$19,995 with a $0 down payment, financed at 0% for 36 months equals 78 bi-weekly payments of $359/$256 with a cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $27,995/$19,995. ≈Non-prime financing available on approved credit. 4.99% financing available on 2015 Ram 1500 Quad 4x4 SXT/2015 Chrysler 200 LX. 6.99% financing available on select 2015 models. Financing examples: 2015 Chrysler 200 LX/2015 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package with a Purchase Price of $19,995/$19,995 financed at 4.99%/6.99% over 84 months, equals 182 bi-weekly payments of $130/$139 for a total finance obligation of $23,731.14/$25,341.15. Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. §Starting From Prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g., paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. ^Based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian Vehicles in Operation data available as of July, 2014 for Crossover Segments as defined by FCA Canada Inc. ±Based on 2014 Ward’s Lower Middle Sedan segmentation. Excludes other vehicles designed and manufactured by FCA US LLC. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC used under license by FCA Canada Inc. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.

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sports schedule Ontario Junior A Lacrosse Mimico Mountaineers - 2015 home games

Friday, May 15 w 8 p.m., Whitby Warriors Saturday, May 23 w 7 p.m., Peterborough Lakers Saturday, May 30 w 7 p.m., Burlington Chiefs * The Mimico Mountaineers play out of Mimico Arena, 31 Drummond St. The club also fields a Junior C team.

For complete schedules and standings visit www.ontariolacrosse.com/ Canadian Soccer League Etobicoke-based teams

Saturday, May 16 w 8:45 p.m., Toronto Atomic FC hosting London City Friday, May 22 w 7 p.m., Serbian White Eagles host SC Waterloo Saturday, May 23 w 8:45 p.m., Toronto Atomic FC hosting Scarborough FC * Both Toronto Atomic FC and Serbian White Eagles play out of Centennial Stadium. For complete schedule or more info, visit canadiansoccerleague.ca/ Ontario Varsity Football League Etobicoke Eagles

Sunday, May 31 w the Etobicoke Eagles host their home and season opener, hosting Cambridge Lions at Father Henry Carr Catholic Secondary School, junior game at noon; varsity game 3 p.m.

* complete schedule for the Eagles and the league at www.ovflontario.com

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High School Toronto Catholic District School Board

BOYS BASEBALL Friday, May 15 w Monsignor Johnson vs Archbishop Romero at Tom Riley Tuesday, May 19 w Michael Power vs Bishop Allen at Queensway w Archbishop Romero vs Father Redmond at Centennial w St. Basil’s vs Monsignor Johnson at Sunnydale Wednesday, May 20 w Monsignor Johnson vs Dante at Keelesdale w St. Basil’s vs Father Redmond at Ourland w Archbishop Romero vs Don Bosco at Tom Riley * For schedule, standings and results for boys baseball and all spring sports visit www.tdcaa.org/

Aysha Dar of the Etobicoke Swim Club swims in the girls 10-year-old, 100-metre backstroke heat at 2015 Top Cup Swimming at the Etobicoke Olympium on Sunday.

Staff photos/IAN KELSO

... and forth Jimmy Cai of the Etobicoke Swim Club swims in the boys 9-year-old 200-metre freestyle heat finals.

Toronto District School Board

GIRLS SOCCER, TIER TWO, west Tuesday, May 19 w 3:30 p.m., Weston CI at West Humber CI; North Albion CI at Vaughan Road Academy Wednesday, May 20 w 3:30 p.m., Kipling CI at Lakeshore CI; York Memorial CI at Thistletown CI * For schedule, standings and results for tier two soccer and all spring sports visit www.tdsb.on.ca

Check out the Etobicoke Swim Club, which boasts Olympians like sisters Brittany and Heather MacLean, at www.eswim.ca/

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• Ability to work well and multitask in a fast paced environment • Ability to work well with others and a team player • Repair and maintenance of equipment experience • Operate hand and power tools.

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions • Determine extent of repair, adjust and repair or replace parts • Test equipment for proper performance • Valid driver’s license required and mechanic trade certificate To apply for this position please email mississaugaemployment@gmail.com Kindly note the position in the subject line.

MACHINE OPERATORS needed in Etobicoke (Albion & Humberline) Day/Afternoon/Night shifts available $12/hour Positions also available in Concord/Woodbridge

HCR Personnel Solutions Inc.

19 Four Seasons Place, Toronto, ON M9B 6E7 (Burnhamthorpe & East Mall) T: 416-622-1427 F: 416-622-7258 E: recruiting@hcr.ca www.hcr.ca

Event & Marketing Co-ordinator

Full time position, $ 25/hr 40 hrs / week.

1 yr experience in Marketing & event management. Planning & organizing marketing & advertising campaigns, events for publicity. Prepare marketing strategies & plans. College diploma in Event Management or related discipline required.

Administrative Support Officer

$23/hr 40 hrs/week, 0-1 yr experience with college diploma in technical / Business administrative discipline.

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Tenders

Tenders

INVITATION TO TENDER

INVITATION TO TENDER

Metroland Media Toronto is accepting tenders to deliver our weekly Apartment Saverbag to carrier and lobby drop locations within the Toronto, East York, North York and City Centre area 1 to 2 times per week. This entails picking up the skids of Saverbags at our North York location on Wednesday’s after 5 p.m, and completing all carrier deliveries by Thursday’s at 2 p.m and all lobby drop deliveries by Thursday’s at 7 p.m.

All applicants must have a cargo van or cube truck and be a registered business with a valid HST number.

Contracts commence Monday June 1st and Monday June 22nd 2015 (Depending on area selected for bid)

Metroland Media Toronto is accepting tenders to deliver our weekly Newspaper and flyers to carrier drop locations within the East York, City Centre, and Toronto areas 3 times per week. This entails picking up the newspapers and flyers at our North York location on Tuesday’s and completing all Flyer deliveries by Wednesday’s at 3 p.m and all newspaper deliveries by Thursday’s at 2 p.m to all carrier drops.

All applicants must have a cargo van or cube truck and be a registered business with a valid HST number.

Contracts commence Monday June 1st and Friday June 5th, 2015.

(Depending on area selected to bid for)

Bid packages are available at the Reception Desk, of Metroland Media Toronto, 175 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto Ontario M2H 0A2 Tender due date: Thursday May 21st 2015 By 5 pm To the attention of: Anton McCormack Mailroom / Trucking Supervisor

Bid packages are available at the Reception Desk, of Metroland Media Toronto, 175 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto Ontario M2H 0A2 Tender due date: Thursday May 21st 2015 By 5 pm To the attention of: Anton McCormack Mailroom / Trucking Supervisor

Lowest or any bid not necessarily accepted.

Lowest or any bid not necessarily accepted.

Legal Services

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Innovative Trailer Design is looking for

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at its Mississauga location.

Previous experience desirable.

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Building Equipment/ Materials

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Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

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Mortgages/Loans

1st, 2nd & 3rd Mortgages for any purpose Debt consolidation ☆ Bad Credit ☆ Tax or Mortgage arrears Decrease payment up to 70% ☆ Self-Employed ☆ No proof of income ☆

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Dating Services

Dating Services

Tenders

Tenders

INVITATION TO TENDER

Metroland Media Toronto is accepting tenders to deliver our Advertiser store copies of flyers to pre-determined store locations within the Toronto area once per week. This entails picking up the flyers at our North York location on Wednesday’s and completing the store drops within one day. Delivery addresses will be supplied with Bid packages.

All applicants must have a registered business with a valid HST number.

Contracts commence Monday June 1st, 2015.

Bid packages are available at the Reception Desk, of Metroland Media Toronto, 175 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto Ontario M2H 0A2 Tender due date: Thursday May 21st 2015 By 5 pm To the attention of: Anton McCormack Mailroom / Trucking Supervisor Lowest or any bid not necessarily accepted.

Nannies/Live In/Out

Nannies/Live In/Out

WANTED: F/T Live-in Nanny for toddler. Must be responsible & trustworthy. Salary: $11.00/hourly.

Location: Etobicoke. Contact Melissa at melissa_tabilisma@yahoo.com

Domestic Help Available

Domestic Help Available

EUROPEAN CLEANING lady available to clean your house. Honest, reliable, experienced. References available.

Please call Maria 416-617-0116 HOUSE CLEANING. I will make your house sparkling clean. Experienced. Reasonable. Honest References. Gift certificates available. Call Dorothy 647-8681517.

Health & Home Care

Health & Home Care

RETIRED REGISTERED Nurse available to care for your loved one while you take some time off.

Please call Anne 416-908-2695 Articles Wanted

Articles Wanted

ANTIQUES

& Collectibles Wanted Cash for Older: Coins, Jewelry, Amber, Military, Watches, Toys, Barbies, Silver, Gold, Records, Old Postcards/Photos, Guitars, Old Pens, Lighters & Old Advertising etc.

25 years experience Mary & Richard 416-431-7180 416-566-7373

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Apartments for Rent

Apartments for Rent

MARTINGROVE/ STEELES- Legal 2 bedroom basement apartment, newly renovated for rent. $950. Laundry. Parking.

24 hours TTC, near all amenities.

Call 647-700-4666 or email bainsia.group@hotmail.com HUMBERLINE/FINCH, NEWLY finished, 2 bedroom basement apartment. Cable, parking, close to all amenities.

Close to Humber College and hospital. $850 inclusive. Available immediately.

647-449-1014.

LAKESHORE / ISLINGTON Large, bright 2 bedroom basement apartment in triplex. Close to all amenities.

Available June 1st. $1200 inclusive.

Call 416-251-6198

Townhouses for Rent

Townhouses for Rent

DRYWALLPAINTING TilesCarpentry- 25 yrs experience.

Repairs, Small Jobs & Renovations Mark 416-937-0693 HANDYMAN SERVICES/ Renovations Prompt, courteous service. 20 years experience. Renovate...Remodel...Repair

Free Estimates.

647-347-4100 Cell: 647-992-9038

Masonry & Concrete

• Oversized, bright 2 bedroom suites • Large, corner balcony, 3 appliances, beautiful wood flooring • 4 suites per floor, laundry facilities • Stately 3 bedroom Townhouses, full basement, 1 ½ baths and 5 appliances • Private patio • Garage parking, on-site, 24 hour management • Beautiful, landscaped grounds Call 416-242-2866 for a viewing www.lionsgaterentals.ca

Travel & Vacations

Travel & Vacations

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Waste Removal

Waste Removal

PETER’S DEPENDABLE JUNK REMOVAL

From home or business, including furniture/ appliances, construction waste.

Quick & careful!

416-677-3818 Rock Bottom Rates!

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House hold junk, reno waste, dirt.

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Demolition. Pool fill-ins. www.rapidwasteanddisposal.com

416-984-0044

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All Garbage Removal! Home/ Business.

Fast Sameday! Free Estimates!

Seniors Discounts. We do all Loading & Clean-ups! Lowest Prices.

Call John: 416-457-2154 Seven days

Masonry & Concrete

Brick ~ Blocks ~ Stonework Chimney’s ~ Tuck Pointing Porches ~ Flagstone Window Sills.

All masonry work. Insured & Licensed.

For free estimates call Roman

416-684-4324

www.fadomconstructioninc.com BRICK, BLOCK & NATURAL STONEWORK Chimneys, Tuck Pointing, Brick, Concrete, Windowsills and Much More!

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

Flooring & Carpeting

Something for Everyone!

Handy Person

Flooring & Carpeting

MAINLY FLOORS Carpet, hardwood, tile from $1.79/sq.ft. installed. Free estimate in GTA. Spring deals! Call 416-873-8043 www.megafloors.net 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

Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

ALL ASPECTS of landscape maintenance. Clean-ups. Weekly grass cutting starts at $25.

Maintenance $30. Experienced.

647-898-2461 call Paul.

CEDAR TREES for Privacy Hedging.

2- 8ft tall. Hedge Removal.

Planting & delivery included.

647-235-5644 LAWN CARE. Spring is here! Book your weekly mowing spot before it’s too late! Spring & fall cleanup, Free Fertilizer with seasonal contract. Weekly mowing from $25.

416-910-0033

YVETTE’S GARDENING has been creating beautiful gardens for over 20 years. Free consultation.

Day/ evening 416-871-9715 Heating & Cooling

Heating & Cooling

RAY HEATING & A/C Service, installation, furnace, air conditioning, boiler, rooftop, gas piping.

Licensed and insured. 24/7.

416-876-6679

FIRST ROOFING- Shingle replacement, plywood replacement, leak repairs.

Reasonable prices. Clean & quality work.

Call for free estimates 416-624-2630 Tree/Stump Service

Tree/Stump Service

CERTIFIED ARBORIST. Complete tree service. Pruning and removals. Free estimates. Reasonable rates. Fully insured.

Seniors Discount. Call John 416-709-8393. arborlifetreecare@gmail.com LUMBER-JACK’S Tree Service, Since 1980.

Hedge trimming, tree pruning, tree/ stump removal. Free estimates.

Fully insured. Call Jack (416)762-2400 www.treeservicetoronto.com

Appliance Repairs/ Installation

Appliance Repairs/ Installation

ALL CITI APPLIANCES. Appliances repaired professionally.

35 years experience.

Fridge’s, coolers, washers, dryers, stoves.

Central Air Conditioning & Heating.

(416)281-3030 Professional Repairs of all brands of:

Refrigeration, Stoves, Dishwashers, Washers, Dryers, Air Conditioning, & Heating.

Free Estimates. Warranty, Credit cards accepted. Seniors discount.

416-616-0388

Decks & Fences

Decks & Fences

0 ALL Decks built in 1 day. Highest quality. Spring discount! Free design and estimates. Call Mike 416-738-7752 www.griffindecks.ca Plumbing

Plumbing

RAY PLUMBING Service Repair/ replacement, faucets, sinks, toilets, drains, main valve, leaky pipes, drain cleaning. Licensed and insured.

24/7. 416-876-6679

EMERGENCY?

Clogged drain, renovations, camera inspection, leaky pipes. Reasonable price.

25 years experience. Licensed/ Insured, Credit card accepted. Free estimate.

James Chen 647-519-9506

Home Renovations

Home Renovations

BUILDER/ GENERAL Contractors LIC# T85-4420956 Residential/ Commercial. Complete Restoration. Finished Basements. Painting.

Bathrooms. Ceramic Tiles. Flat Roofs. Leaking Basements. Brick/ Chimney Repairs. House Additions 905-764-6667, 416-823-5120

CEILINGS REPAIRED. Spray textures, plaster designs, stucco, drywall, paint. We fix them all! www.mrstucco.ca 416-242-8863

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GarageSales

Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm • 905-853-2527 • Toll Free 1-800-743-3353 • Fax 905-853-1765 For delivery questions, please contact 416-493-2284

SPRING FLEA MARKET & CRAFT SALE JOHN G ALTHOUSE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

130 Lloyd Manor Road

(Between Martin Grove Rd. & Kipling Ave. S. of Eglinton)

Sat. May 23rd - 9am- 1pm Shoppers Free Admission/ Outdoor Market (Rain or Shine) Homemade Crafts! Books!

Sports Equipment! Toys! Household Items!, and much, much more! Refreshment Area For info call 416-394-8709

GIANT YARD SALE

58 Dukinfield Cres.

(DVP & York Mills area) Sat . May 16th 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. & Sun. May17th 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

“All proceeds to go to homeless dogs”

www.speakingofdogs.com

INDOOR/OUTDOOR 2 WEEKEND GARAGE SALE May 16th, 17th, 23rd & 24th - 8am-2pm

29 Ambleside Ave.

(East of Royal York Rd. & West off Islington) Many items NEW including kitchen appliances, housewares, some vintage items, clothing, baskets, candles, toys, Christmas decor, more.

Check photos on kijiji.ca

YARD SALE

Saturday and Sunday May 16th & 17th 8am - 4pm 228 Sheldon Ave., Etobicoke

(Valermo/ Brown’s Line) New Jewellery & scarves 75% off.

Antique items, herbs and flowers.

Garage Sale Saturday, May 16th 8am - 12pm

75 Norseman St.

(Islington/ Norseman) Lots of fun stuff for everyone!

Huge Garage Sale 9 Manor Hampton St., Etobicoke Sat., May 16 7am-2pm Something for everyone

CONTENTS SALE

73 Widdicombe Hill Blvd.

Code #18 Antiques, furniture, must go. Pick up only. 416-746-1697 Every day til gone by end of month.

Sat., May 16th 8am-2pm

62 Burlingame Rd. (Browns Line/ Horner)

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Novena To The Most Sacred Heart Of Jesus And St. Jude. May the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, blessed, loved adored and glorified throughout the whole world now and forever, Amen. Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us.

St. Jude, worker of miracles, help to the helpless, pray for us. Say nine times a day for nine days.

Prayer will be answered by the eighth day, it has never failed. Publication must be promised.

Thank you very much Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and St. Jude, for favors granted. J.D.

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Dating Services

Dating Services

Dating Services

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home renovations

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