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Antipsychotic drugs given to one-third of Etobicoke nursing home residents Drugs potentially lethal for residents with dementia TAMARA SHEPHARD tshephard@insidetoronto.com Nearly one-third of residents in Etobicoke nursing homes are being prescribed antipsychotic drugs, despite warnings the drugs could kill elderly people with dementia.

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Taft and Hiltz combine talents and release a big band jazz album Hiltz’s described his arrangements from the recording sessions as a The tradition of big homage to “classic jazz band jazz – in which and songs that tell stoan ensemble plays ries.” His favourite, with more than 10 “Bouncin’ Round My musicians – had its Canadian heyday in the Brain,” was his attempt mid-20th century. But t o “c h a n n e l Co u n t that doesn’t mean there Basie’s Orchestra” due isn’t still a demand in to the tune’s “long develToronto. opment and shouty Etobicoke’s Beverly chorus.” Taft, a jazz singer with And Hiltz is conalmost 20 years in the vinced that Taft’s voice industry, and Nathan and lyrics amplified the Hiltz, a Juno Awardend result. winning guitarist and “Beverly has a real Bloor West Village resitalent for making really dent, have collaborated good human connecCourtesy/ VOLTIMAGES.COM tions with the songs she with some of the city’s most prestigious jazz Beverly Taft and Nathan Hiltz are launch- writes,” he said. performers in their ing a CD together at the Jazz Bistro April In ‘Gay Repartée’, Taft details how her parents, new project, Beverly 24-26. Taft Meets the Nathan whom she credits to Hiltz Orchestra. Shawn Nykwist on the tenor introducing her to jazz as a The self-titled debut album saxophone, Richard Underhill child, fell in love, while ‘Soft will be released Thursday, Colours by the Sea Wall’ (of jazz fusion Shuffle Demons April 24 with performances fame) on the alto sax and paints life in Havana, Cuba, all weekend at the Jazz Bistro, the site of one of her many acclaimed trumpeter Jake 251 Victoria St. Wilkinson. travels. “Beverly and I met just They are also accompa“I’m interested in music around town more than 10 nied by Juno Award-winning that has something to say to years ago at the Rex Hotel; piano and bass from Adrean an audience, maybe a little it has a weekly jam session,” Farrugia and Artie Roth, as deeper than some of today’s well as drumming from Hiltz said. pop songs,” Taft said. “We did some gigs and Sly Juhas and special guest To celebrate, Taft, Hiltz and eventually we started writing Morgan Childs, the latter a company will perform a reptogether, and we gathered all two-time winner of the Grand ertoire of their new work and our favourite artists.” Prix du Jazz from the Montreal standards from Brazil and the International Jazz Festival. Great American Songbook at Inspired by a 1955 album by Mel Tormé and the Marty “There’s medium swing Jazz Bistro from Thursday to Paich Dek-Tette, Taft and Hiltz and bright swing, it has bossa Saturday at 251 Victoria St. are backed by four horns: nova, it has ballets, there’s a Tickets are $15 on April 24 waltz and there’s some blues, University of Toronto Jazz and 25 and $20 on April 26. so a few different styles,” said Studies professor William All shows begin at 9 p.m. Call 416-363-5299 for reservations. Taft about the record. Carn on the trombone,

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Key to caregiving: take care of yourself “The most important advice is also the most difficult, and that is, ‘Take care of yourself’.” T h a t ’s w h a t S h i r l e e Sharkey, president and CEO of Saint Elizabeth Health Care believes. “Caregivers give so much of themselves, it’s important to recharge to allow them to

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city. This weekend, kicking off with corporate and school cleanup day Friday, the city will be getting a good (spring) cleaning, at the hands of residents who want to make sure their city, their neighbourhood, and their own street are as pleasing as possible. These seemingly small actions by a group of residents help build not only a sense of pride in the neighbourhood, but also a connection between those who live in it as they undertake a common goal. “It creates community,” said David Juliusson, program officer at Fort York National Historic Site, who is leading the clean up of the historic site Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. “A lot of people in the neighbourhood are new... Something like this gives them a chance to meet other people.” our view What started in 2001 as a 20-minute cleanup initiative Small actions by amalgamated Toronto’s first mayor, Mel Lastman, has turned create strong into a three-day city-wide cleanup people get out of their communities where homes, grab a garbage bag and get working. The City of Toronto kicked off its annual spring cleanup campaign earlier in the month with the removal of graffiti, cleaning up garbage and hauling away debris from city property, which gathered over the winter months. Coinciding with Earth Week (April 22 to 27), the cleanups are happening across the city – from Etobicoke to Scarborough, North York to the Beach, York to Bloor West. To see what cleanup projects other Toronto communities are taking on and tips on how to get involved, see our special feature at http://bit. ly/1lxd5hY Not only do these cleanups make the city look great, but they bring out residents, students, businesses, organizations and community groups – many leading the cleanups, others joining in just because they care. These cleanup initiatives should be seen as just one of a multi-pronged approach to community building. Why not extend this kind of community exercise more often than once a year? You can find a community group / organization across the city. Look into joining one, and make a difference in your community.

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Dull, predictable council on tap for next term

hat an upset it would be if Councillor Adam Vaughan had his hat handed to him in the federal byelection in TrinitySpadina. Anything is possible in politics. But in this home-turf byelection in a riding whose outgoing incumbent is busy with her own election, it’s hard to see Vaughan doing anything but winning – taking over Olivia Chow’s former riding the same way he took over her former ward in 2006. News of Vaughan’s expected Liberal candidacy emerged last week, after a meeting with Liberal leader Justin Trudeau. In the Liberal caucus, Vaughan would take the lead on cities. No doubt he’ll also make an impression in Question Period. At city hall, Vaughan has been one of the more effective opposition councillors – asking tough questions, deflating fatuous arguments and

david nickle the city goading the Fords and their allies into red-faced rage (by my completely unscientific observations, about once a meeting). It’s behaviour like that that has helped make the former journalist a very electable commodity in the downtown communities he represents – and less than that, across the breadth of the city – as became clear when earlier in the term he was seriously contemplating a run for mayor. As such, his departure leaves an interestingshaped hole in Toronto council. It would be an exaggeration to say that Vaughan’s departure could mark a return to collegiality at the council that has become the Road-Warrior model of municipal government. But looking at the next term, there are going to be

a number of departures that might just put the ‘order’ back in Robert’s Rules. At least one Ford brother – Etobicoke North Councillor Doug Ford – isn’t returning for 2015. Scarborough-Agincourt Councillor Mike Del Grande, the former budget chief whose frequent rages at disruptive behaviour at council cause almost as much disruption, is retiring. York West Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti – he of the vote-pulling thumbs and bizarre anti-communist rhetoric – is showing every indication of coming back for now, but he’s facing a serious court hearing about his election expenses that could derail those plans. If all those people go – well of course we’ll miss them. The thing about outrageous characters like the aforementioned is they’re all eminently watchable, and therefore electable. What a dull and potentially productive council we

could have at the end of 2014. And it would be interesting to see what Vaughan can do in Ottawa. As a councillor, his reputation for a sharp tongue is matched by his track record as a deal broker – getting as many concessions as he can from the various developers looking to plant towers in the downtown neighbourhoods he represents. Vaughan has a genuine expertise, won on the ground, when it comes to urban issues. If Vaughan does indeed win the seat, and Trudeau does indeed win enough other seats to form a government, there’s a lot he could do in pushing the federal government into taking a greater role in urban life and infrastructure. He wouldn’t even have to be particularly nice about it.

David Nickle is the Guardian’s city hall reporter. His column runs every Thursday.

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Councillor vows to fight for Fire Truck Pumper 413 on Albion Road To the editor: Sustaining the excellence of our emergency services across Toronto and Ward 1 is an issue that is important to fight for. Losing the high level of service we have come to expect puts all of us, including the emergency service workers, at risk. During the 2014 Toronto operating budget debate, council endorsed the hiring of 25 fire prevention officers, but also reduced our fire truck fleet by four. One of these four trucks is our own Pumper 413 on Albion Road. I was disappointed in council’s decision to remove Pumper Truck 413. During the course of the debate, motions were put forward that would

have either seen increased funding for our fire services, or others that allocated funds to maintain the status quo and not risk any loss to our fleets. I supported each of these motions and presented my own motion that would have increased the 2014 operating budget for Toronto Fire Services that would have allowed for the retention of Pumper 413 and crew. Sadly, this motion did not carry and lost by only one vote. Since the operating budget debate, I have been working with city staff, fire services and the public to continue the fight to save Pumper 413. This secondary truck is needed in our area to best serve the high

density residential and business community. Seconds count when emergency situations arise and resources need to be made available to ensure we are protecting you with fast and efficient response times. I encourage you to contact my office to strengthen our fight to save Pumper 413. High-quality standards in our emergency services is an issue I am passionate about and I will continue to put my strongest efforts forward to ensure Ward 1 does not lose this valuable resource in the long-term. Councillor Vincent Crisanti Ward 1 - Etobicoke North

Who pays for electrification, reader asks? To the editor: Re: ‘Premier Wynne announces GO-ing electric for express train service,’ Transit, April 17. So Premier Kathleen Wynne is proposing to electrify all of the

GO lines to improve service, but without a single mention of how this harebrained vote-buying scheme will be paid for. Maybe she plans to just borrow the necessary funding and then to

repay it from the obscene profits received from the usage of electricity provided by the province at exorbitant cost, and for which passengers will pay dearly. Dennis Piper

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how to deal with this. An example: getting volunteers to go in certain areas and help with the cleanup every couple of months. One cannot expect city workers to take care of all the streets. We, the public, have to try and do our share. Schools should encourage its students to try and be more aware of their environment; educating students about their responsibility to the environment. After all, the next generation will have to live through all the climate changes. L. Sering

Register to be a donor and save lives To the editor: April is Be A Donor Month for tissue and organ donation. Anyone 16 or older with a valid Ontario health card is eligible to register consent to donation. Registered organ donors save lives. A signed donor card

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Dorothy Ley Hospice’s 12th annual walkathon supports compassionate care programs TAMARA SHEPHARD tshephard@insidetoronto.com Dorothy Ley Hospice officials want to de-stigmatize hospice palliative care. That’s why the Etobicoke-based hospice’s 12th annual Hike for Hospice next month will benefit its community care programs, which offer compassionate care to individuals living with the challenges of a life-limiting illness or a loss. “The stigma that goes with hospice palliative care is associated with death and dying,” Melody Courtney, Dorothy Ley’s events and funds development co-ordinator said in a recent interview. “That’s not it at all. It’s about people living and making every moment count. Yes, the end result in many cases is people will die. But (our residential palliative care centre) is not a scary place.” Dorothy Ley Hospice is the only hospice in Toronto to offer both community and residential palliative care support to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of people with life-limiting illnesses. Hike for Hospice takes place on Sunday, May 4 at Dorothy Ley’s residential hospice at 220 Sherway Dr. Registration starts at 11 a.m. Every participant who raises $100 or more in donations will receive a gift and a chance to win an iPad mini. Participants are family members who hike to honour late loved ones or volunteers who have family or friends touched by the hospice. Others are people in the neighbourhood “who understand what we do is valued and necessary,” Courtney said. Each year, the hike grows. This year is on-target to become the hike’s biggest year yet, thanks in part to marketing efforts in residential neighbourhoods along the five-kilometre hike. Volunteers are busy folding 400 white ribbons with Dorothy Ley’s signature black-and-green name on them. Hikers will tie the ribbons around the trees and bannisters of residents whose homes they pass. Last year, the hospice provided

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Hundreds of supporters turn out every year for the Dorothy Ley Hospice ‘Hike for Hospice’. This year, the event takes place Sunday, May 4 at Dorothy Ley’s residential hospice at 220 Sherway Dr. Registration starts at 11 a.m.

support to more than 3,000 people. All services are offered at no charge due to donors’ generosity. “With Canada’s aging population, the Hospice needs your help to meet the growing demand for care and support,” reads Dorothy Ley’s 2014 Hike brochure. Across Ontario, there are 1.9 million seniors 65 or older. In the next 20 years, Ontario’s seniors’ population is expected to double. Dorothy Ley’s community care programs include: n care co-ordination; n in-home support to relieve caregivers and to listen, comfort and advocate for people’s needs; n day program held Wednesdays at Dorothy Ley’s residential hospice offering opportunity to share experiences, play games, do expressive arts therapy, music therapy, general arts and crafts and complementary therapies, such as therapeutic

touch, tai chi or seated exercises and guided visualization; n integrative wellness services including therapeutic touch, tai chi, acupuncture, relaxation/guided imagery meditation and expressive arts therapy in-home, in the residential care program, at the day program and on-site community partner agencies; n spiritual care co-ordination; and n bereavement care and support for caregivers, families and friends following a death or for those who anticipate a loss. “Through our community care program, co-ordinators go out into the community. They support individual right from the time of their diagnosis,” Courtney said. “The residential program is for people who come in and stay in hospice in the last three months, or less, of their lives. We’re with people and offer services from the time of their diagnosis. Many people don’t

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– Melody Courtney, events and funds development coordinator, Dorothy Ley Hospice

necessarily know that.” Dorothy Ley’s residential program has 10 care suites in a purpose-built palliative care centre for adults 16 and older with a prognosis of less than three months to live. It offers person-centred, end-oflife care that focuses on quality of life through pain and symptom management and support. Services are extended not just to the indi-

vidual, but to family members and supporters. In 2011 to ’12, the average length of a person’s stay in Dorothy Ley Hospice Palliative Care Centre was 24.8 days. “We want to demystify the endof-life journey, the stigma,” said Rami Shami, Dorothy Ley’s volunteer services co-ordinator. “We look at the journey in its total. There is a big sense of choice and autonomy to the individual.” Dorothy Ley’s catchment area includes the geographic boundaries of the Mississauga-Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), the Central West LHIN (northern Peel Region, northwest Toronto, including Rexdale and southwest York Region), the central LHIN (north Toronto, most of York Region and southern Simcoe County) and the Toronto LHIN.

To register for the Hike for Hospice, visit www.dlhospice.org or call Courtney at 416-626-0116 ext. 236.

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The 50th annual Flea Market WHEN: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE: KingswayLambton United Church, 85 The Kingsway CONTACT: www.kingswaylambton.ca, kmmacgray@sympatico.ca COST: Free Books, quality clothing for men, women and children, jewelry, shoes, purses, scarves, collectibles, household goods, CDs, art, furniture, electronics and lunch. Intro to Guiding WHEN: 10 a.m. to noon WHERE: Church of Christ the King, 475 Rathburn Rd. CONTACT: Jennifer Maurice, 416-926-2351, ext. 2421, www.guidesontario.org, commengagement.coord@guidesontario.org COST: Free A ‘Mom and Me’ event to learn about Girl Guides’ programs and volunteer opportunities. Adults come learn about Girl Guide programs and the benefits for girls and women; girls come to participate in an interactive program through round robin sessions including games, drama and crafts. Ball Hockey Tournament WHEN: 1 to 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Holy Angels Church, 61 Jutland Rd. CONTACT: sofianp2167@gmail.com COST: $4 for individual player, $20 for team, Spectators free In support of the animals awaiting surgery at the Toronto Humane Society. Held by a group of Grade 6 students. Great prizes and lots of fun. Snacks, auction, craft sales and of course hockey games.

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Don Banks Music Awards WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Rd. CONTACT: John Derksen, 416-239-1131, www.islingtonunited.org, john@islingtonunited.org COST: Free Students compete to win one of six $200 scholarships. Showcase of Stars WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Richview United Church, 149 Wellesworth Dr. CONTACT: Barbara Bunker, 416-622-1211, bunkerbarbara66@gmail.com COST: $20 for adults; $10 for youth; children under 10 are free An evening showcasing singers and talents. Silent auction. Refreshments for purchase. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

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Blessing of the Bikes WHEN: 2 to 5 p.m. WHERE: Mimico Presbyterian Church, 119 Mimico Ave. CONTACT: 416-2550213, blwallac@live.ca COST $5 Start the riding season with a blessing for a safe year. Following the service, join fellow bikers for fellowship and refreshments. Celebrity Server Night to Support MS Walk WHEN: 4 to 7 p.m. WHERE: Kelsey’s, 636 Dixon Rd. CONTACT: 416-240-6932 COST: cost of your dinner Join members of the Toronto Argonauts as

Annual Geranium Sale WHEN: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. WHERE: Royal York Road United Church, 851 Royal York Rd. CONTACT: Lorraine, 416-239-6602 Order geranium plants ($22 for 10) in red, white, salmon, pink, fuchsia; hanging baskets ($16 ) in burgundy, red, pink, fuchsia; mixed baskets $25 each. Pick ups on May 14 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pre-order only.

they serve you dinner at the Dixon Road Kelsey’s to support the upcoming Etobicoke Mandarin MS Walk taking place May 4. Kelsey’s will donate 10 per cent of all proceeds to Nadine Bertola’s fundraising efforts. Alcohol not included. Raffle prizes.

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Essential Oils and Your Well-Being WHEN: 6:30 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Brentwood library, 36 Brentwood Rd. N. CONTACT: Todd Buhrows, 416-394-5247, tbuhrows@ torontopubliclibrary.ca COST: Free Join Monika Meulman, professional aromatherapist, in discovering the versatility of essential oils in your life.

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A Fun Day at Georgian Downs WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHERE: Islington Seniors’ Centre, 4968 Dundas St. W. CONTACT: 416-231-3431, iscprograms@ hotmail.ca COST: $20 for members; $22 for non-members This affordable spring outing offers you a five-hour stay at Georgian Downs, a luncheon of your choice. Let There Be Music Community Choir Spring Concert WHEN: 8 p.m. WHERE: Kipling Collegiate Institute, 380 The Westway CONTACT: Faye Leaper, leaperfa@planeteer.com COST: $10 An evening of beautiful, familiar music sung by an 80-voice seniors’ choir.

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Long Life From Lawn Bowling WHEN: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. WHERE: Etobicoke Lawn Bowling Club, 1313 Islington Ave. CONTACT: Dave Osborne, 416-2594078 COST: Free The Etobicoke Lawn Bowling Club hosts an open house. Learn about the healthy sport and how it is played by people of all ages. Sign up for free coaching. Refreshments served.

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getting ready for art SPRING FLOWERS: Cindy Sherman, Spring Artfest coordinator, gets a poster ready for Neilson Park Creative Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Artfest, which takes place Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the centre on Neilson Drive.

Are you a senior who can benefit from Exercise & Falls Prevention classes? Exercise classes are a great way to stay healthy and reduce the risk of falls.

The Central West Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) is now registering seniors for free exercise and falls prevention classes in your community Classes are funded through the Central West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN). For more information or to register, call 1-888-733-1177, ext. 7744 or visit www.centralwesthealthline.ca and click

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ELLEN McQUATTIE Wednesday, April 9, 2014

MADISON DECKERSHOLLOWAY Tuesday, April 15, 2014

POLINA KAMINSKAIA Saturday, April 19, 2014 Assumption Cemetery

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Police in 22 Division seeking Scott Gilbert Men wearing disguises mug This week’s Catch 22 most wanted is 31-year-old Scott Gilbert. Gilbert is wanted by police in south Etobicoke’s 22 Division on a bench warrant for failure to appear in court; being unlawfully at large; and on a surety warrant. Anyone who sees Gilbert is urged to call 9-1-1, while anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to call 22 Division at 416808-2200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com or text

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TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Catch 22 is a 22 Division program that publishes the name, picture and alleged crime of one of south Etobicoke’s most wanted. That information is then broadcast over traditional and new medias each week in the hope that someone in the community will recognize the accused and contact police. For details on the Catch 22 program, follow 22 Division on facebook or @the22news on Twitter.

Two males are being sought by police in connection with the mugging of a 22-year-old man near Bloor Street West and Mill Road on Saturday, April 19. According to police, the two suspects – both wearing disguises – approached the victim at around 11:45 p.m. and demanded his cash and cellphone. The victim complied and the suspects fled the scene in a black sedan. The victim was not

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$1,098,000 Just Listed! Spacious 3 bedroom ranch bungalow with gracious principal rooms, huge custom kitchen overlooking private south garden with concrete pool plus master with ensuite bath, 2 lower level bedrooms, wide private drive & double garage with mezzanine. Near St. George’s Public School, Richview Collegiate & St George’s Golf. Open Sat 1-4

visit babiak.com for photos, videos, floor plans, feature sheets & home inspections

Salesperson

574-1871 416 236-1392 416

NEW HOME *** 2 HOMES IN ONE!

OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN 2-4 PM T US

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SANDY REINHARDT Sales Representative

236-1241 559-7828

416 416 sandy@sandyreinhardt.com www.sandyreinhardt.com

Re/Max Professionals Inc., Brokerage

416 717 8853

NATIONAL CHAIRMAN’S CLUB

Top 1% in Canada in 2013 for Royal LePage, based on earnings.

17 LESMAR DR A builder’s home for his own family, has numerous upgrades including gourmet kitchen with DCS gas, 4 x 8 granite island & W/O to deck. Master ensuite with double sinks, over-size shower. Spacious lower suite complete with kitchen, W/O, fireplace. Bus to subway. Great schools in area, John G. Althouse, Princess Margaret & St Gregory. $1,299,000.

BILL MCLEAN

KELLER WILLIAM NEIGHBOURHOOD REALTY, Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated

Theodore Babiak Broker

57 GLENROY AVE. All done in Sunnylea! Rarely available 3 bedroom bungalow shows to perfection! Situated in a child safe enclave, this home is steps from the finest schools in Etobicoke and mere minutes to the Royal York subway! Mornings are a breeze!!!! Long list of upgrades include a new roof, new HE furnace, refinished hardwood floors , 2 new bathrooms, beautiful lower family room and fresh designer paint throughout! Don’t miss this gem! Offered at $839,900.

Independently Owned and Operated

CARMEL KIDD Broker

416

B.A

505-7513

ckidd@trebnet.com CarmelKidd.com

Keller Williams Neighbourhood Realty

17 ALBANI ST Your oasis in the city! Minutes from the Lake, fabulous parks & walking trails. The streetcar in less than 5 minutes, the GO train in about 7 minutes or the subway is approx. 15 minutes. Walking distance to schools, library & shops along the Lakeshore. Home features a wonderful main flr family rm with W/O to large deck overlooking the landscaped garden. There are 3 bdrms & 3 baths + an extraordinary master. A sauna, bdrm/recreation rm & bathroom in basement. I look forward to seeing on the weekend.

OPEN HOUSE SUN, APR. 27TH 2-4PM

IRENE MURRAY Sales Representative 416 479-4241 416 930-3794

www.irenemmurray.com

YOUR CHOICE REALTY CORP., Brokerage

ROSE KUTZKO

this gorgeous recently

416 453-7673

renovated 2 bedroom,

Broker

thepropertyteam.com rose@torontorose.com Re/Max Professionals Inc., Brokerage

Independently Owned and Operated

OPEN HOUSE AT THE MASTERS

296 MILL RD A20 Largest one level at The Masters-1215 s.f. Great layout with 3 bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Southeast exposure and 3 balconies. Exceptional facilities. $359,000

2 bathroom condo that 260 SCARLETT RD. #1401 BUZZ 278 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 1-4 44 ATHOL AVE

ANNE EMINI Broker

overlooks the River.

Stunning Renovated Detached Home in Prime Central Etobicoke Location Approximately 2200 sq ft Gorgeous Main Floor Family Room with Gas Fireplace and Walk Out to Deck. Renovated Kitchen, Granite Counter Top, Breakfast Bar, Huge Principal Rooms, Dream Master Bedroom with 4pc Ensuite, Finished In-Law Suite, Separate Entrance. A Must See. $829,900 Sherway Gardens Condominiums. Breathtaking Corner Unit on the 31st Floor. Fully Furnished Like New 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths. $339,900. A One Bedroom Plus Den with Gorgeous Hardwood Floor Facing Park $279,900. New Spacious One Bedroom Plus Den with Stained Hardwood Floors Overlooking City and Lake. Resort-like Facilities Across Renowned Sherway Mall. Invest in Your Future.

416 804-2909 Re/Max Professionals Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

OPEN HOUSE SAT 2-5 PM Detached, 3 plus 1 Bedrooms, 2.5

GRACE SOARES Broker

416 880-0067 www.gsoares.com Direct

RE/Max West Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN 1-5 PM

Reduced to $ 369,000.

112 HAY AVE

Bathrooms and Built-in Garage on a 157 foot deep lot. Gleaming Hardwood floors and Ceramics. Close to Etobicoke School of the Arts & French Catholic School. For more pictures and information text 28523 to 28888.

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 2-4 PM 53 James St. South of Lake Shore

LYDIA ZYLIN Sales Representative

416 762-8255 lzylin@trebnet.com Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

DESIRABLE LONG BRANCH CHARMER

& steps to the Lake, trails & park. Professionally finished basement (2010)with separate entry includes a family room, office & guest bdrm plus a 3 pce bthrm. Beautifully maintained& updated. South facing fully enclosed yard with garden shed. Parking for 2 cars. Offered at $549,000. Your Real Estate Choice

OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN 2-4

416 319-4888

www.ferrier.ca

Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

89 ANGLESEY BLVD. Beautiful Humber Valley Village home! Includes gourmet kitchen overlooking backyard pool oasis. Colewood construction inspired renovation features Cathedral ceilings, Ridley windows, and custom Perola kitchen with built-in s/s appliances including gas range top, large over-sized island. Hardwood throughout. Walk-out family room to private yard. 3 bedroom 2.5 bathrooms. Excellent schools including Humber Valley Village JMS. $1,274,900 Don’t wait. Call Heather Ferrier 416-319-4888.

REAL ESTATE

Independently Owned & Operated

416-762-4200

Sales Representative YOU ARE WITH ME TSIDOROVA@TREBNET.COM

THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME, CALL ME!!!

HIGH PARK & HUMBERSIDE AVE. $1,150,000 Reno’d Legal Four-Plex. 3 Storey Detached Building In The Heart Of High Park. Currently 4-Spacious Units. Main & Second Floor-Luxury Renovations. New Hardwood Floors. Four Separate Meters. Great Investment. Easy To Convert Back To A Grand Family Home. Private Drive & Garage. Near High Park, Humberside CI, Bloor & Subway. www.210humberside.com

LAKESHORE & PARK LAWN Lakeside Living

Re/Max Realtron Realty Ltd., Brokerage

Shani Kernerman Sales Representatives

Your Friend in Real Estate

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 2-4 PM

Incredible 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Lakeshore Condo with 2 Balconies, Parking & Locker

Office: 416-782-8882 Mobile: 416-268-8823 email: info@shanikernerman.com www.shanikernerman.com

44 EVELYN AVE & BLOOR – Bloor West Village $989,000 Exquisite Reno’d Spacious 4+1 Bdrms, 3 Baths Det. On 30’ Wide Lot. New Addition. Original Wood, French Drs & Fireplaces. New Hrdwd Flrs Throughout. Powder Rm. Open Concept Custom Kitchen W/“Thermador” Gas Stove & S/S Appliances, Granite Counters, Pot Lights & Combined Family Rm With W/O To Oasis-Garden W/Pond. Second Fl Family Rm or Huge Master W/Fireplace & W/O To Terrace. Spa-like Bath. Fin. Basement-Sep. Entrance. Wide Drive & Garage. Near Runnymede School & Humberside CI, High Park, Bloor Shopping & Subway. www.44evelyn.com

OFFERED AT $414,900

OPEN HOUSE SAT. APR 26TH 1-5PM & SUN. APR 27TH 12-4PM JOHN DI MATTEO Sales Representative Off: 416-233-6276 Dir: 416-880-8600

SPACIOUS ETOBICOKE TOWNHOME

385 THE EAST MALL, UNIT# 49 Centrally Located In Sought-After ‘Cantle Path’ & Backing Onto Million-Dollar Neighbourhood Homes. Steps To Shopping, Library, Schools & Parks. Easy Access To Transit & Hwys. Open Concept Layout Boasts Large Master Br W/ Ensuite Bath & W/I Closet, Charming 2nd Br W/O Balcony, H/W Floors, New Appls, Brick Fireplace, Sunlit Surroundings Including Bay Window, And Sliding Door Walk-Out To Elevated Deck, Terrace & Lower Garden Area. $399,900

99 MARTIN GROVE RD /South of Burnhamthorpe. $1,679,000 Just Built! Spectacular New Custom Crafted Home In Burnhamthorpe Gardens. Over 5,000 Sq Ft Finished Space. 4 Bdrms & 5 Bath. Boasted 9’ Ceilings, Many Pot Lights & Skylight. Wainscoting & Bamboo Floors. Gourmet Kitchen With All The Bells & Whistles. W/O To Patio & Large Perennial Garden. Gorgeous Master with 6 Pc Ensuite, Cathedral Ceiling & Balcony. Double Dr & 2 Car Gar. Lot 51’X 162’. Near Schools, Parks & Community Center. www.99martingrove.com

OPEN HOUSE SHOWCASE OPEN HOUSE - SAT APR 26 & SUN APR 27 - 2-4PM 00 9,0 2 $8

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www.tanyasidorova.com CONSUMER FEATURE

MARKLAND WOOD

29 NEILOR CR Great Family Home - 4 Bedroom 3 Bath Home - 2 Car Garage on quiet Court. Amazing Pie-shaped lot. Renovated & Updated - Gardeners Paradise packed with Perennials, pond - very private! Like being at the Cottage! Walk to Great Schools. Easy access to all major Highways, Malls Airport & Downtown. Come see for yourself! HAROLD BRADSHAW & JONATHAN BRADSHAW 416 399-1433 416 399-4638 Sales Representatives Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN 2-4 PM 0 ,00 9 9 $4

PRIME WEST ALDERWOOD

18 FINSBURY CRES Immaculate One And A Half Storey Residence Ideally Located In The Much Sought After West Alderwood! This Lovely Home Boasts: 40 X 143 Foot Lot; Expansive Private Fenced Backyard With A Deck; Three Bedrooms; Near Schools (Including French Immersion), Swimming Pool And Library. Close To Major Highways.

PAUL & LEEANNE FRANCOMBE

Sales Representatives

416 233-6276

Francombe.ca

Royal LePage West Realty Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated

64 UNO DRIVE

Stunning, Professionally Renovated 1.5 Storey Victorian Gem on quiet upper Uno in prime Queensway Village! Over 2000 sf of living space, backs onto Queensway Park.

BILLY PARROTT

Sales Representative

Dir: 416 873-8755

Off: 905 822-6900

Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN 2-4 PM

1 RUTTAN ST UNIT 108

Look no further beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo townhouse hardwood granite stainless steel appliances enjoy your warm evenings pool side or on your private terrace.

JONATHAN KNELL

416 762-8255

Sales Representative

Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

Royal LePage Porritt Real Estate hosts Garage Sale for Shelter! Royal LePage Porritt Real Estate offices are gearing up to celebrate the Royal LePage 6th Annual National Garage Sale for Shelter, presented by the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. On Saturday, May 10, the community is invited to join the Royal LePage teams at 1500 Royal York Rd., or 3385 Lake Shore Blvd. W. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (rain or shine) for baked goods, a BBQ, and a sale of products donated by community members. All proceeds will benefit women and children staying at local shelters. Last year, Royal LePage offices held garage sales at 140 locations

raising more than $375,000. In total they have raised more than $1.6 million and gained more than 144 million media impressions, in support of the Shelter Foundation. This is an outstanding opportunity to reflect community involvement and fellowship; the very values on which the Shelter Foundation was built! If you would like to contribute to the garage sale, you can donate any new or gently used items, such as kitchen items, small furniture, new or gently used clothing and electronics. Remember, if you aren’t using these items, our Shelter Founda-

tion will! Thank you in advance. If you would like to drop off a donation, simply bring it to the Royal LePage offices at 1500 Royal York Rd. or 3385 Lake Shore Blvd., before Friday, May 2. Look forward to your support of the Royal LePage Porritt Garage Sale for Shelter!

| ETOBICOKE GUARDIAN | Thursday, April 24, 2014

The Top Sales LADY with Sutton Group Realty Systems Inc., Brokerage

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Frank Leo

GUARANTEED H SPECTACULAR LUXURY ESTATE!

Incredible Royal York/Edenbridge 5bdrm 2 storey on beautifully landscaped 100’ x 210’ ravine lot. Resort-like terraced back garden, waterfall pond, gazebo and in-ground pool. Gorgeous 2 storey foyer, fabulous gourmet kitchen, main floor billiard room w/English style bar, Stunning 2 storey family rm with huge custom library wall and ladder rail. Spacious large lower level rec. rm with w/o absolutely a must see $1,999,900

PRESTIGIOUS PINE VALLEY ESTATE!!

Situated on a Quiet Court fronting on The National Golf Club, Spectacular custom built bungaloft on a Premium pie shaped professionally landscaped lot, circular driveway, double door entry to lavish foyer, gourmet design kitchen, gold accents, island of your dreams, open concept Family room, walkout to terrace, magnificent master bedroom retreat with luxury appointments, 5 piece ensuite, W/I closet, sitting area with gas fireplace. This Exquisite Bungalow is the home you deserve. $1,749,900

BROKER Sponsor of

Children’s Miracle Network & Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

#1 Central Toronto combined by units #1ininWest Westand and Central Toronto combined by units of listings for all Companies of all of listings sold forsold all Companies of all Brokers & Brokers & Sales Representatives 2008, Sales Representatives 2007, 2008, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2009, 2011,and 2012 and 2013 according 2011, 2010, 2012, 2013 #1 in Etobicoke 1995 to to aaccording study ofto MLS dataof prepared an present a study MLS databy prepared independent auditor of real estate by an independent auditor of real estatestatistics. statistics.

UNIQUE EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY!!

Fabulous 167’ x 252’ lot, prime MP-2 + residential zoning, with large recently renovated 4 bedroom side split. Attached 2 car garage, and separate 4000 square ft fully insulated, heated steel, concrete 3 truck garage w/ service pit, perfect for large vehicle repair/service. Must be seen for $1,950,000!!

WEST REALTY INC., Brokerage Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

CUSTOM BUILT BUNGALOW WITH 5 CAR GARAGE One of a kind sprawling stone Ranch Bungalow on a premium 100 ft lot with guest house. Built to exacting standards, 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, Professionally landscaped, long private drive. A dream home and garage paradise. Close to amenities + Hwys in a fabulous neighbourhood, only $1,650,000!!

OPULENT SOUTHAMPTON PENTHOUSE!!

One-of-a-kind Tridel-Built South Kingsway & Queensway opportunity, approximately 1800+ of living space extensively renovated with the very best finishes, bright & spacious, 9’+ ceilings, 3 skylights, stunning gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, granite counters, rich Mahogany & Maple floors, crown moulding, large master bedroom, with spa-like 6 piece bath, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking fabulous 1350 sq ft. terrace with panoramic city & lake view for $1,349,000!!

PRESTIGIOUS COURT LOCATION!!

Central Etobicoke, Luxury 4 bedroom, 2 Storey situated on a premium pie shaped lot. Fabulous center hall plan with circular staircase. Spectacular kitchen with built in appliances and granite counter top. Large principal rooms, master retreat, finished basement, thousand spent on upgrades. The home you have been waiting for only $1,200,000!!

ROYAL YORK / NORSEMAN Custom built 4 + 2 bdrm 2 storey with addition, gorgeous renovated kitchen & baths, granite counter tops, gleaming hardwood floor, 4 full baths, main floor. Family room & den, 2nd floor laundry, finished basement with separate entrance, quality craftsmanship throughout, thousands spent must be seen for $1,100,000

INCREDIBLE CUSTOM BUILT BEAUTY!!

Stunning renovated 3+1bdrm 2 storey, in high demand south Etobicoke, just steps to the Lake, Parks, schools, shops, & all conveniences. Spectacular ultra luxury modern finishes thru-out, custom gourmet kitchen, granite countertop, SS appl, main flr family & laundry rm, 4 amazing full washrooms, master with 5 pc ensuite & w/o to balcony, coffered ceiling, waterfall detached double garage and much more, must be seen for $949,900!!

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ACCESSORIES, FASHION, FOOTWEAR

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

SPECIALTY SHOPS & SERVICES

Adrian’s .................................................416-237-9757 Fara J Shoes ..........................................416-233-0346 Haven ....................................................416-234-5657 Nex Bags ...............................................416-413-0099 Saxon for Men.......................................416-239-0409 The Butler Collection............................416-908-9587

Dr. D. Cregan, Dentist ..........................416-239-6958 Dr. J. Foster, Dentist...............................416-231-0371 Hear for Life Hearing Healthcare .......416-213-0800 Humbertown Orthodontics .................416-231-4313 Humbertown Pediatric Dentistry ........416-233-5400 RE/MAX Professionals ...........................416-236-1241 Shiatsu Massage Clinic ........................416-614-9369

A Novel Spot Bookshop.......................416-233-2665 Black’s ...................................................416-231-9432 Carlson Wagonlit Travel.......................416-239-2366 Global Pet Foods..................................416-234-0056 Hallmark ................................................416-231-3591 Humbertown Convenience Store ......416-231-9515 Humbertown Framing Gallery ............416-239-6574 Humbertown Shoe Repair...................416-236-7786 LCBO......................................................416-231-2446 Shoppers Drug Mart .............................416-233-1155 Shoppers - Post Ofﬁce .........................416-233-1658 The Source ............................................416-231-7542 Vanderﬂeet Floral Design ....................416-234-0550

RESTAURANT, SPECIALTY FOODS & GROCERIES Absolutely Fine Foods ..........................416-231-4011 Alex Farm Products ..............................416-239-1500 Baskin Robbins ......................................416-231-8585 Bulk Barn................................................416-233-1220 Cobs Bread ...........................................416-236-3200 Daisaky Japanese Restaurant............416-236-9866 Laura Secord ........................................416-239-5953 Loblaws .................................................416-231-0931 Nutrition House .....................................416-232-1272 Pasta Gourmet .....................................416-207-0212 Second Cup .........................................416-239-2633

PERSONAL SERVICES Ace Kelly Cleaners...............................416-234-9276 Cattiva Hair & Esthetics .......................416-239-7741 Humbertown Village Spa ....................416-231-9774 Josephson Opticians ...........................416-232-1222 Vincent’s Den for Men.........................416-233-9887

JEWELLERY Humbertown Jewellers ........................416-234-1600

BANKS & FINANCIAL SERVICES Royal Bank ............................................416-239-3961 Scotiabank............................................416-233-2136

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2014 READERS’ CHOICE WINNERS

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2014 READERS’ CHOICE WINNERS winner's spotlight

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Diamond Award for Best Used Car Dealer

Woodbine Toyota offers ﬁnest selection of per-owned vehicles Voted Best Used Car Dealer, Woodbine Toyota’s lot is home to more than 60 hand-selected, previously owned Toyota vehicles—each successfully meets the dealer’s high standards and has little to no collision history. To offer drivers the best vehicles possible at competitive prices, the previously owned vehicles are reconditioned above and beyond the Ontario government standards by a team of Toyota trained technicians. They are experienced and able to provide maintenance for all types of vehicle makes. Twelve service bays allow for fast service while state-of-the-art equipment provides efficient maintenance, allowing for more precise diagnostics and up-to-date repair techniques. The department also carries a full line of genuine Toyota parts and accessories. Woodbine Toyota’s drive through service department gives drivers the comfort of driving their car right into a heated and air conditioned garage. The certified technicians will go over your vehicle diagnostics and discuss services with you in a sheltered area,

away from the outside elements. The drive through service department does not require an appointment, your car will be serviced on a first come first serve basis, with fast results. While you wait, Woodbine Toyota invites you to relax in the customer lounge where you can enjoy a cup of complimentary coffee or water, take advantage of the comfortableseats, flat screen TV and wifi. If you are in a hurry, the dealership provides pick-up and drop off service to get you where you need to go. For customer convenience, Woodbine Toyota offers services in English, Indian, Russian, Korean, Polish and Italian. If you’re in the market for a new car, make your way into the spacious showroom, featuring new Toyota vehicles including the totally redesigned 2014 Highlander—both the gas and hybrid models, as well as the redesigned 2014 Corolla and a full selection of hybrid Prius and Camry. Woodbine Toyota takes a, “no pressure” approach to sales, allowing the customer to browse the vehicles at their own leisure without being pressured to buy. The sales

Proud to be your retirement residence of choice.

Woodbine Toyota is located at 80 Queen’s Plate Dr., conveniently located across from Woodbine Racetrack.

team is always present, and ready to assist you with any questions and help you navigate through the many vehicle features or take you for a test drive.

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2014 READERS’ CHOICE WINNERS

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Award-winning automotive service and sales at Ken Shaw Lexus Toyota Scion Once again, the team at Ken Shaw Lexus Toyota Scion is proud to accept awards for Best Import Car Dealership, Best New Car Dealership, Best Use Car and Best Overall Dealership. This car dealer is well known for providing knowledgeable information, competitive prices and excellent customer service. Ken Shaw Lexus Toyota Scion provides the best customer service because the staff’s first priority is to help clients identify their needs.The highly trained staff are prepared to answer questions regarding purchase price, monthly payments, interest rates and loan length along with all your questions about specific Lexus, Toyota or Scion models. All enquiries will be answered clearly, honestly and professionally to help make the decision process easier. With more than 10 acres of property,

the dealership is well equipped to serve everyone’s automotive needs. When it comes to selection, Ken Shaw has a large inventory for you to choose from. The dealership carries a large range of high quality pre-owned vehicles that can be counted on for reliability, consistency, and dependability. Car buyers will find the latest and best deals at Ken Shaw Lexus Toyota Scion. Make sure to check the different models and learn about the various offers, specifications, options and, of course, prices that go along with them. Once a customer has purchased a new vehicle from Ken Shaw Lexus Toyota Scion, they can be sure they will get only the best service and maintenance.With a service and parts department open until midnight from Monday to Thursday, and now open Saturdays, every customer is sure to find a convenient time to service

their vehicle. The Service Department’s main priority is for customers to have a pleasant, quick and hassle free experience, which is why the express lube is 39 minutes, or it’s free. No appointments are required for oil changes. The dealership also features a Toyota certified collision centre providing experienced, and trusted repairs for your vehicle. In addition, the dealership is equipped with a restaurant on premises, and a waiting area with plasma televisions and internet accessibility. Ken Shaw Lexus Toyota Scion has been owned and operated by the Shaw family for over 50 years and is your neighbourhood dealership. It all started back in 1958 when a small service station was opened on Dundas Street West by Ken Shaw. From those humble beginnings Ken Shaw Lexus

Toyota Scion has grown into one of Canada’s largest and most respected family owned dealerships. The Shaw family strongly believes in supporting local causes in a variety of ways, ranging from sports teams and charitable organizations to learning programs for children.The Ken Shaw family have always dedicated themselves to giving back to the community through sponsorship of major events and donations. Nobody can beat the family and team spirit that is offered at Ken Shaw Lexus Toyota Scion. The friendly and helpful atmosphere has contributed to building a local reputation of honesty and sales and service satisfaction.

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2014 READERS’ CHOICE WINNERS Amazing Party & Costume 3273 Bloor St. W. 416-259-5959 amazing.ca Amazing Party & Costume is a Toronto landmark for good reason - take one step inside this store and you’ll see why. Amazing is more than just a store, it’s an experience. Stocked from floor to ceiling with products for countless themes, costume and party ideas, Amazing has served the community for over 20 years making countless parties and events truly memorable! Amazing’s business is dedicated to hosting the largest selection of costumes, wigs, hats, party supplies and fireworks year-round, not just Halloween, which is unprecedented in the entire country. Their website, Amazing.ca, boasts over 40,000 items and services the entire country with both stellar choice and convenience. The ability to special order products from a wide variety of sources makes Amazing a hit with schools, charities, bars, clubs and other businesses as well. Amazing Party & Costume is the recipient of multiple Reader’s Choice Awards. For more information, please visit Amazing.ca or call 416-259-5959. BOSTON PIZZA 1602 The Queensway 416-201-9555 bostonpizza.com Boston Pizza Queensway is the Gold Award winner for Best Wings. Famous for our finger

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at The Assembly Hall on Lakeshore, join them for a tribute to the best in Broadway hits! Also for the first time this fall, the group is presenting a production in the 2014-15 Encore Series with Music Theatre Mississauga, which promises to be a monumental event. It’s surely music to the ears that the arts are alive and well in the Etobicoke community. See you at the show. ETOBICOKE NATUROPATHIC CLINIC 2906 Bloor Street West 416-236-3444 enclinic.ca Etobicoke Naturopathic Clinic is proud to provide you with the latest advances in Whole Body Thermography. This technology allows us to measure the health of key organs and tissues. Find out about female breast health, men’s prostate health, thyroid abnormalities, digestive disorders, inflammatory conditions, cardiac function, and so much more. You will receive a detailed report that clearly shows where the body is stressed, where toxins are being held, and possible infections. Issues are highlighted long before symptoms develop so you can address them earlier. Etobicoke Naturopathic Clinic offers a beautiful, inviting and spa-like atmosphere. The clinic contains a Colonic Hydrotherapy Room, Infrared Sauna and an IV Suite for Vitamin Drip therapy, along with Registered Massage Therapy, Bowen, Homeopathy, and Counselling services. To book an appointment, please call 416-236-3444.

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honour to give somebody their inner smile. Dr. Amanpreet Chopra graduated in 1993 and takes great pride in her dental profession. For the past 19 years dentistry, and the welfare of society, has been her passion. During her years in India, she was an integral part of many free medical and dental camps organized by the Lions Club and the Rotary Club. Dr. Chopra often went to the rural parts of India and provided free treatment to many patients. The Indian army was also treated at her clinic for free as well as widows and orphans. Seniors and students were given special discounts on their treatment, which is something she still offers at her Canadian practice today. Dr. Chopra’s staff is a

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City Duct Cleaning ........................................D BANK/TRUST COMPANY Allied Clean Air Solutions ..............................P TD Canada Trust ...........................................D Easterbrook ..................................................G Royal Bank ...................................................P BMO .............................................................G ELECTRICIAN Scotiabank....................................................S Expert Electric...............................................D Croatian Electrician .......................................P BANQUET FACILITIES Piper Electric Co. Ltd.....................................G The Old Mill .................................................D FENCING CONTRACTOR Le Trepot ......................................................P Roma Fence..................................................D Canadiana Restaurant and Banquet Hall .......G Rona .............................................................P Palais Royale ................................................S Home Depot..................................................G CATERER Ironman Railings Inc .....................................S Loblaws Humbertown ...................................D FIREPLACES & EQUIPMENT Hannah’s Kitchen ..........................................P Home Depot..................................................D Mr. Greek ......................................................G Fireplace Depot.............................................P Golden Lion ..................................................S Four Seasons Fireplace .................................G CELLULAR PHONE The Fireplace Guy .........................................S Rogers ..........................................................D FURNITURE STORE Telus.............................................................P Ikea ..............................................................D Fido ..............................................................G Lazy Boy .......................................................P Baka Wireless ...............................................S The Brick ......................................................G CHIROPRACTOR Elte ...............................................................G Sears ............................................................S Kipling Chiropractor ......................................D Dr. James Fung of Complete Balance Health ....P GENERAL CONTRACTOR Valentino Chiropractic ...................................G Dreambuilders Renovations ..........................D Health for Life ...............................................S King’s Mill Construction ................................P Rexdale Chiropractic Centre ..........................S Acadian Contractor .......................................G Vitek Renovation ...........................................S COPY CENTRE HANDYMAN Staples .........................................................D Sam the Handyman ......................................D Kwik Kopy.....................................................P Handyman Connection ..................................P Sherwood Copy Center .................................G Murphy’s Home Improvements......................G Reprodux Copy Centre ..................................S Raymon Julien ..............................................S

HARDWOOD FLOOR/TILE STORE DAYCARE CENTRE/AGENCY

The Home Depot ...........................................D Floors .........................................P Home Depot..................................................D Smithwood Tony’s Flooring..............................................G owe’s ..........................................................P The Floor Shop .............................................S

PAINT & WALLPAPER

HEARING SERVICES

Gib-San Pool & Hot Tub Centre ......................D Village Paint & Wallpaper ..............................D Hear Care .....................................................D Hydropools and Spa ......................................P Paintco .........................................................P Westend Hearing ..........................................D Superiour Pools & Spa ..................................G Home Depot..................................................G Bravo Hearing ...............................................P Harvey’s Paint & Wallpaper Inc. .....................S Trillium Hearing ............................................P INTERIOR DESIGN Listen Up Canada..........................................G PATIO FURNITURE Creative Colour Works...................................D Hear for You ..................................................S Roots & Images ............................................P Dot Patio .......................................................D HOME BUILDER Stratton Interiors ...........................................G Canadian Tire................................................P Sunshades....................................................S Walmart ........................................................G Monarch Homes ...........................................D ............................................................P KITCHEN RENOVATIONS Gracious Living .............................................S Tridel Dunpar Homes ..............................................G Home Depot..................................................D PAVING CONTRACTOR Queenscorp ..................................................G Rona .............................................................P West York Paving ..........................................D Pemberton ....................................................S Lowes...........................................................G Peel Region Paving .......................................P HOSPITAL Kingsmill Kitchens ........................................S Metrowide Paving .........................................G Melrose Paving Co Ltd ..................................S Trillium .........................................................D LANDSCAPE St. Joseph’s on the Queensway.....................P PEST CONTROL Islington Nurseries ........................................D Humber River Regional .................................G Plant World ...................................................P Abell Pest Control .........................................D William Osler (Etobicoke General)..................G Etobicoke Landscaping. ................................G Pesticon Pest control ....................................P HOTEL/MOTEL Four Seasons ................................................S PLUMBING CONTRACTOR The Old Mill ..................................................D LAWN SERVICE Roto Rooter...................................................D Sheraton .......................................................P Weedman .....................................................D Brother’s Plumbing .......................................P Stay Inn Airport South ...................................G The Lawn King ..............................................P Drain Works ..................................................G Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Airport ...S Nutralawn. ....................................................G Ideal Plumbing ..............................................S IN-HOME SENIOR CARE Lyles Lawn Care ...........................................S New Canadian Drain & Plumbing ..................S Home Instead Senior Care.............................D POOL COMPANY Etobicoke Services for Seniors ......................P LIGHTING CENTRE Gib-San Pools ...............................................D CCAC ............................................................G Nurse Next Door ...........................................S Aqua Pools Design ........................................P Living Lighting ..............................................D The Home Depot ...........................................P Pool Brothers Inc...........................................G Storefront Humber ........................................S Metro Pool Services ......................................S Canadian Tire................................................G INSURANCE COMPANY Lowes...........................................................S ROOFING CONTRACTOR State Farm....................................................D Peter & Greg Walker......................................D Desjardins General Insurance Group .............P LOCAL AIR Avenue Road Roofing ....................................P Co-operators ................................................G Sipco ............................................................D Etobicoke Roofing .........................................G All State ........................................................S Direct Energy ................................................P Let it Rain .....................................................G Carrier ..........................................................G Keating and Sons Roofing .............................S INVESTMENT COMPANY Convertible Air Systems ................................S Edward Jones ...............................................D SECURITY SYSTEMS Easterbrook .................................................S Desjardins Financial ......................................P ADT ..............................................................D BCU Wealth Management .............................G LOCAL HEATING Alarm Force ..................................................P Investment Planning Counsel ........................S HomeStars. ...................................................G Direct Energy ................................................D LAWYER VACUUM CLEANERS Sipco ............................................................P Carrier ..........................................................G Vacuum Depot ..............................................D Levitt, Lightman, Dewar & Graham................D Easterbrook ..................................................S Aerus ............................................................P Diamond & Diamond ....................................P Pace Law Firm ..............................................G WINDOWS Copeland, McKenna ......................................S MAID SERVICES Molly Maid ....................................................D The Home Depot ...........................................D LEARNING CENTRE Peter & Greg Walker ......................................P Merry Maids of Etobicoke .............................P Windows...............................................G Oxford Learning ............................................D Bubbles and Squeak .....................................G Gem Brock Windows & Doors................................G Burnhamthorpe Learning Community ............P LCR Cleaning Services ..................................S Four Seasons Sunrooms ...............................S Kumon ..........................................................G Academy of Learning ....................................S Job Start.......................................................S

Etobicoke Wee Watch....................................D Bloor West Village Daycare............................P Kingsway Nursery School .............................G LAMP ............................................................S

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PHOTOGRAPHY Black’s..........................................................D Vistek ...........................................................P Ihor Krut Photography ...................................G Bill Drummond Photography .........................S

PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC

Etobicoke Physiotherapy Centre. ...................D Sherway Physiotherapy.................................P Canadian Institute of Sports Medicine ...........G Bloor Jane Physiotherapy..............................S High Park Physiotherapy................................S

PICTURE FRAMING

Michael’s .....................................................D Humbertown Framing Gallery........................P Carl’s Picture Framing ...................................G

PRINT SHOP

Kwik Kopy. ....................................................D Walmart ........................................................P Mr. Printer.....................................................G Master Printing Inc........................................S

PRIVATE SCHOOL

Kingsway College..........................................D Newton .........................................................P Toronto French School ..................................G Phoenix Montessori ......................................S

REAL ESTATE AGENCY

Remax Professionals.....................................D Royal Le Page ...............................................P Royal Lepage West .......................................G Coldwell Banker Terrequity............................S

REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST

Jessica Barbosa............................................D Basic Kneads ................................................P Wrights Wellness Clinic .................................G Mindy Hsu ....................................................S

RETIREMENT RESIDENCE

Kingsway Retirement. ...................................D Islington Seniors Centre ................................P Richview Residence For Seniors....................G Grenadier Retirement Residence ...................S Tapestry. .......................................................S

SENIOR ASSISTED RESIDENCE

Home Instead Senior Care.............................D Etobicoke Services for Seniors ......................P Nurse Next Door ...........................................G CCAC. ...........................................................S

SKIN CARE

Humbertown Spa ..........................................D Dove Spa ......................................................P Bohemian Med Spa.......................................G Yves Rocher. .................................................S

Leisureworld .................................................D SPORTS CLINIC Lakeshore Lodge ..........................................P Scarlett Heights ............................................G Canadian Institute of Sports Medicine ...........D Oakwood Retirement Residence ...................S Sprains & Strains Sport Medicine ..................P .................................................G MANICURE/PEDICURE Ortho-Physio Dr. Oleg Klipitch ............................................S Ana’s Nail Boutique & Spa.............................D Dove Spa ......................................................P STORAGE COMPANY Four Seasons ................................................G Etobicoke Self Storage ..................................D DENTURIST LA Nails ........................................................S PODS ............................................................P Islington Denture Clinic .................................D The Cut Above ..............................................S U-Haul ..........................................................G Dundas West Denture Clinic ..........................P All Canadian Self-Storage. ............................S Bloorwest Smiles ..........................................G MONTESSORI SCHOOL TAX PREPARATION Mason Denture Clinic ....................................S Etobicoke Montessori....................................D Humbervale Montessori School .....................P H & R Block ..................................................D DRIVING SCHOOL Lakeside Montessori .....................................G Marlies Hendricks .........................................P Young Drivers of Canada ...............................D Tiny Treasures ..............................................S Softron Tax ...................................................G Etobicoke Driving School ..............................P MORTGAGE BROKER A4 Tax...........................................................S CAA ..............................................................G TAXI SERVICE CIBC Bank ....................................................D Mortgage Alliance .........................................P City Kingsboro Taxi........................................D DRY CLEANERS Beck .............................................................P Gibson’s Cleaners .........................................D Victor Szasz ..................................................G Dove Cleaners ..............................................P Allegro Mortgages Corp ................................S Royal Taxi .....................................................G Parkers .........................................................G TRAVEL AGENCY NATUROPATHIC Queens Cleaners...........................................S Etobicoke Naturopathic Clinic .......................D Marlin Travel. ................................................D Wellness Centre ............................................P Carlson Wagonlit ...........................................P ELECTROLYSIS Naturopathic Allergy Clinic ............................G Holiday Market travel ....................................G Pure Med Spa ...............................................D Edmound Naturopathic .................................S Expedia Cruise Ship Centres .........................S Head to Toe Electrolysis ..............................P TREE SERVICE NEW BUSINESS Chameleon & Papillon Inc Esthetics ..............G Electrolysis by Irene ......................................S Queen Nails ..................................................D Dave’s Tree. ..................................................D Laser & Electrolysis By Tina ..........................S CPR Cell Phone Repair ..................................P City of Toronto...............................................P Spic n’ Span Cleaning Services .....................G FLORIST

Dr. Amanpreet Chopra ...................................D Royal York Dental ..........................................P The Eatonville Dental ....................................G Cloverdale Dental Group ...............................S Dr. Cregan.....................................................S Dr. Masse of Children’s Dental Centre ...........S

OPHTHALMOLOGIST Islington Nurseries ........................................D Plant World ...................................................P Dr. McDonald D J Dr. .....................................D Flowers by Sophie ........................................G Dr. Donna Smythe .........................................P Irene’s Flowers .............................................S Dr. Mednick Edward B...................................G FOOT DOCTOR

ingsway Foot Clinic .......................................D West Toronto Foot & Ankle Clinic ...................P BioPed ..........................................................G Real Foot Care Clinic .....................................S

FUNERAL HOME

Turner & Porter Funeral Directors ..................D Glendale Memorial ........................................P Newediuk Funeral Home ...............................G Ward Funeral Home ......................................S

HAIR SALON

The Cut Above ..............................................D Donato Academy...........................................P Salon Absolute ..............................................G Rico of Italy...................................................S

OPTOMETRIST

VETRINARIAN

Etobicoke Veterinary Hospital ........................D Royal York Animal Hospital ............................P Kingsway Animal Hospital. ............................G Bloormill Veterinarian Clinic ..........................G Cloverdale ....................................................G Renforth Vet Clinic ........................................S

Dr. Howard Snow of Rexdale Eye Care ..........D WALK-IN CLINIC Dr Warren Samuel of Kipling Family Eye Care...P Dr. K Fong & Associates at Sherway Gardens Mall ..G Trillium Health Centre-West Toronto. .............D Cloverdale Walk-In Clinic ..............................P J Nolfi & J Paterson & Associates..................S Queensway Health Centre .............................G Westway Medical Clinic. ...............................S PET GROOMER Four Paws Doggie S’Paw ..............................D Anna’s Pet Grooming.....................................P JJ Pet Grooming ...........................................P Home Buddies ..............................................G Doggy Styles Pet Services.............................G Booboo Pet Grooming Services. ....................S Groom Shoppe ..............................................S Paw Pals Grooming .......................................S Pet Styles .....................................................S

WEIGHT LOSS CLINIC

Weightwatchers ............................................D Herbal Magic ................................................P Optifast Weight Loss Clinic ............................S

LEGEND D: DIAMOND P: PLATINUM G: GOLD S: SILVER

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 2014 READERS’ CHOICE WINNERS!

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2014 READERS’ CHOICE WINNERS Thank you Etobicoke Readers for choosing Beck as your neighbourhood Taxi Service

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Beck Taxi says “Thank you, Etobicoke!” Beck Taxi is the proud winner of the 2013 Diamond Readers’ Choice Award for Best Taxi Company, and wishes to thank readers of the Etobicoke Guardian for their support. Beck Taxi is a family company started by Jim Beck in 1967, and managed by his daughter Gail for the last 25 years. The company is dedicated to

providing customers with reliable and friendly service within 10 minutes anywhere in the city of Toronto. Beck Taxi’s fleet of more than 1750 vehicles - approximately three times the size of the nearest competitor - ensures prompt and reliable service no matter where you are. “ We offer great service to riders and to drivers so that everyone has a positive experience in a Beck Taxi. We are a team, and that is the secret to our success,” says Kristine Hubbard, Operations Manager. For customer convenience, all Beck vehicles accept payment by cash, credit card, and personal or corporate account. Additionally, 90 per cent of the fleet can accept payment by debit card.

In an effort to best meet the changing needs of today’s customer, Beck Taxi was the first company in Toronto to develop a taxi-ordering app. It is now used more than 3000 times daily and has more than 80,000 downloads on iPhone and Android phones. “The app offers a very user-friendly experience with a quick setup and no requirement to provide your credit card number,” says Hubbard. “It tells you where you are based on your smartphone’s GPS and we send a cab. It’s a taxi in two taps!” Beck Taxi takes driver safety very seriously. The company monitors the vehicles using GPS and doesn’t disclose this information to the public like some of the recently launched third party apps do. Beck maintains 24-hour two-way radio contact with each vehicle so in case of emergency, drivers have a way to alert the company. “We also have a Sensitivity Training Course that

every Beck driver must attend”says Hubbard. “This course offers useful information for avoiding conflict, conflict resolution and encouraging drivers to trust their instincts while maintaining awareness of their surroundings at all times.” For over 45 years, Beck Taxi has led the way in Toronto Taxi service, continually developing new ways to make their customers’commute convenient. “With the established combination of technology and personal attention Beck Taxi is truly moving the community and our orange and green colours have become a staple of this city’s landscape,” says Hubbard.

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RIVA DEL LAGO You’re one of a kind, not one of the crowd. You make your own waves and your home is a refuge of refinements. That’s what Riva del Lago is all about. It’s a private, personal boutique chic condo offering a more personal living experience, right from the waterfront. Starting in the $300,000, Riva del Lago is a quaint, warm and elegantly appointed 14 storey tower resting on a five storey podium that captures the magnificence of Lake Ontario from sunrise to sunset. Suites are designed with spacious and

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group.net When it comes to green living, Monarch is committed to developing a greener lifestyle in its condominiums. As a member of the Canada Green Building Council, they have taken the lead in incorporating numerous environmental actions to reduce total building energy consumption and provide suite owners with greener, more energy-efficient surroundings. A whole new wave of buyers are poised to discover Monarch as the Humber Bay waterfront matures while new shops, restaurants, and services open. Imagine living in a vibrant urban village minutes from downtown Toronto amidst a waterfront park where grocers, shops, eateries, pampering places and services are right in your neighbourhood. Where a weekly Farmers Market, festivals and events enliven the pedestrian friendly streetscape. Across the street is the entrance to the miles of trials and parkland of Humber Bay Park. Discover Humber Bay Shores, a setting not like any other. Riva del Lago sales centre is located at 2167 Lake Shore Blvd. W. For more information call 416-495-3544.

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Silver Award for Best Shopping Centre

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Silver Award for Best Rooﬁng Contractor

Keating Rooﬁng Contractors LTD Keating Roofing & Exterior Contractors is a reliable full service exterior remodel and restoration company, that offers a full range of affordable roofing and exterior services. Since 1963, three generations of the Keating family have been a part of the business in the roofing and exterior remodel industry, starting with William Keating Sr., who was followed by his son, William Keating Jr. Today, brothers Jonathan and Justin Keating operate the 50-year-old family business with great pride. They are committed to providing high quality roofing and exterior solutions for their customers across the GTA - and their list of services doesn’t stop at the rooftop.

Keating Roofing & Exterior Contractors prides itself on continuous education for its 25 manufacturer trained inhouse employees. The company ’s industr y know-how and family atmosphere provide customers with the best service – every time. Keating’s highly trained roofing and exterior contractors have the skills, knowledge, and expertise necessary to handle any roofing or exterior need, regardless of the size or complexit y. They are also backed by the highest quality materials and equipment to ensure customers receive roofing and exterior services they can count on. Whether you need a small roof repair, siding, eaves troughs,

skylights, stucco, chimneys, ventilation, insulation and many flat and slope roofing applications, Keating has the solutions to handle your needs. Every project is inspected and/or supervised by a Keating family member to ensure the end result will be to the highest level of quality and professionalism reflected by the Keating family name. Keating Roofing & Exterior Contractors is proud to be awarded The 2014 Readers’ Choice Silver Award for Best R o o f i n g C o n t r a c t o r, a n d would like to thank Etobicoke Guardian readers for such an honour. For more details about Keating’s services, please visit keatingroofing.com.

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4 Things You Need to Know When Buying a New Roof Shingle manufacturers have application manuals specifying how their products should be installed on your house. Your product warranty is supplied by the manufacturer, and could become void if the proper instructions are not followed when your new roof system and shingles are applied. What you should know about roof surface or roof deck preparation: Your roof deck is the structural surface over which your roofing materials are applied. All roof boards and/or plywood must be fastened securely to the rafters, and damaged or rotten wood must be replaced. Your attic should be inspected before the work starts to uncover potential problems. A bad roof surface allows the nails to push up through the shingles, causing leaks. What you should know about underlayment: A complete underlay system should be applied before your shingles are installed. There are two types of roofing underlay, waterproof and water resistant. Waterproof underlay is needed in areas most vulnerable to leaks, the eaves edge of the roof; in valleys, at dormer sides, around chimneys and around skylights. Water resistant underlay, often called “tar paper”, is needed on the remaining roof area. Water resistant underlay protects the roof surface in a storm situation where a few shingles blow off, but cannot be replaced immediately.

What you should know about ventilation: Improper attic venting can cause your shingles to fail prematurely, and your product warranty requires that your attic have proper ventilation. Venting consists of intake and exhaust. To facilitate proper air flow, your attic needs intake vents located in the overhang and exhaust vents at the roof peak. A balanced venting system is required; otherwise air will be pulled from your house. An inspection of your attic is essential to present appropriate and complete venting solutions. What you should know about shingle quality: You have many shingle options with regard to style, colour, longevity and price. Estimators should include at least three grades of shingles and inform you of the real expected shingle life. In addition to their aesthetic appeal and longer life expectancy, better quality shingles often provide you with the best value when measured on a cost per year basis. Peter & Greg Walker Contracting rank as a top 20 roofing company in North America for providing long term roof warranties. They have been voted Etobicoke’s Top Roofing Company 13 times (including 2014) by readers of the Etobicoke Guardian. They are fully insured and have manufacturer certified installers.

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Choosing a law firm is a big decision. Your lawyer will be assisting you with some of the most important issues and decisions that you will ever confront. You will want to know that the lawyer you choose has the experience and wisdom to give you the advice you require to make the right decision. You will want to know your lawyer has a good reputation in the community. Levitt, Lightman, Dewar & Graham LLP consistently wins top awards in the Etobicoke Guardian Readers choice poll.This year, in 2014, Levitt, Lightman, Dewar & Graham LLP received the diamond award for top law firm in Etobicoke for the ninth time. This speaks to the high reputation that the firm has achieved through many years of service to the community. The firm of Dewar and Graham started in 1949. In 1998, Fred Levitt and Murray Lightman, who had been practicing together for over

25 years, joined with Dewar and Graham and the firm of Levitt, Lightman, Dewar & Graham LLP came into being.The firm, together with its predecessor, has been providing continuous legal assistance to Etobicoke for over 64 years. Fred Levitt has 48 years of experience and can provide you with the advice that you require relating to real estate, small business law, and wills and estates. For over 37 years, Murray Lightman has been assisting clients with family law issues. For 11 years, Richard Levitt has practiced exclusively in real estate, small business law, wills and estates. David Sherr is a lawyer who has joined the firm to help you with your family law and civil litigation matters. The lawyers are assisted by a support staff, most of whom have been with the firm for 20 years or more, and are highly skilled in the tasks they perform.

Levitt, Lightman, Dewar & Graham LLP has built a solid reputation of excellence that is based on client satisfaction and trust. Through knowledge, experience, and commitment, clients achieve their goals with confidence. You can be assured that your phone calls will be returned promptly, and your matter will receive the attention and service you deserve. At Levitt, Lightman, Dewar & Graham LLP, client satisfaction is the only goal. For more information visit www.lldg.ca. “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.” - George Turjanica, President Convenience Group Inc.

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Royal york animal hospital 4222 Dundas St. W. 416-231-9293 ryha.ca The Veterinary Medical Professionals at Royal York Animal Hospital pride ourselves on knowing your individual pet and also being here when you need us! We are open, and fully staffed, Mon.to Fri. from 7a.m. to 9p.m. and Sat. and Sun. from 8a.m. to 5p.m. This means that if your pet is ill or injured you can come to a familiar hospital where all your pet’s medical records are at our staff’s fingertips. Our team will recognize and welcome you and as a result your pet will be less traumatized— no matter if is Sunday afternoon or 8:30 p.m. Thursday evening or 7a.m. on Monday morning! We have been told that it is extremely comforting when a pet is ill to see a familiar face and to know that treatment and care is seamless between veterinarians, technicians, front office personel and our Animal Care team. We recognize all our clients lead busy lives, which is why we provide all the services you need for the life of your pet, including complete veterinary care for wellness, sickness and surgery. We offer professional grooming, pet boarding and daycare, pet food,and pet supplies, seven days a week. We are confident that Royal York Animal Hospital will exceed your expectations and we look forward to seeing old friends and welcoming new ones. Please call 416-231-9293 or visit our website www.ryah.ca or Like us on Facebook. You can even book your appointment online! ROYAL YORK DENTAL 416-231-0550 royalyorkdental.com Does the thought of finding a new dentist make you feel anxious? Dr. Joe know how that feels. Growing up

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central vacuum systems as well as IQ Air filtration systems- all backed with a manufacturers guarantee. A team of qualified and experienced vacuum repair technicians offers free estimates and performs all warranty repairs on-site. The store stocks genuine replacement parts for most vacuums along with common vacuum parts for customer convenience. The Vacuum Depot is located at the corner of The East Mall and North Queen Street in Etobicoke. Drop in to view the selection of vacuums or to repair your current one, and see why The Vacuum Depot is the Diamond Award winner for Best Vacuum Cleaner. WEST END HEARING 1243 Islington Ave., Suite 711 416-233-8581 torontohearingservices.com West End Hearing Services has been serving our community’s hearing needs since 1993. Over the course of these years we have helped thousands of people hear better and enjoy an improved quality of life. We want to take a moment to thank you, our loyal patients for choosing our team to help with all of your hearing needs and we are always welcoming new patients. We’d also like to take this opportunity to re-introduce you to our team and share with you some of the latest product innovations that you many find interesting as you continue your journey to better hearing. At West End Hearing Services our team is committed to providing the best services in all areas of Audiology. Our staff is continuously being trained on the latest advances. We will go above and beyond to make sure every single one of our clients walk out the door satisfied!

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Raising healthy children KID FUN: (Clockwise from top left) Christine Mota and daughter Lauren, 2, check out the playdough during the Raising Healthy Children event at The Assembly Hall on Wednesday. The morning included child development specialists, local services and activities for kids. A future event is planned for Wednesday, April 30 at Burnhamthorpe Collegiate, 500 The East Mall and Thursday, May 1 at the Rexdale Hub, 21 Panorama Ct. from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Callum Morrison, 2, dances and plays with a streamer. Erika Kinsey, 2, is transformed into a cat with help from Sonia Carreiro of First Stage Child Care. The event was hosted by Etobicoke Brighter Futures Coalition.

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Young string musicians to perform in concert More than 100 young string musicians aged three to 18 are set to take the stage during Etobicoke Suzuki Mu s i c’s Sp r i n g Concert on Sunday, April 27. The free concert will take place from 3 to 4 p.m. at St. Basil the Great Catholic School, 20 Starview Lane. Everyone is welcome. Meet Suzuki teachers and families at the reception following the concert. For more information, go to www.etobicokesuzukimusic.ca or call 416-249-4637.

The performance from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. will include music from baroque to modern contemporary works on the church’s famous Casavant mechanical-action pipe organ. Tickets are $30 general admission; $25 seniors; $20 for students/ RCCO/RSCM or AGO members. Admission is free for those 18 and under. For more information, go to www.organixconcerts.ca or call 416-769-3893.

pipe organ concert to features barque World-renowned concert organist Kerry Beaumont of Coventry Cathedral will perform at the ORGANIX 14 opening gala concert Friday, April 25 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 3055 Bloor St. W.

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 210, 110 Jutland Rd., will host a Spring and Summer Fashion Show featuring apparel by Tan Jay on Sunday. Doors to the event open at 11 a.m., lunch is served at noon, and the fashion show begins at 1:15 p.m. Following the show,

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The Toronto chapter of Room to Read invites mothers and daughters to the 2nd Annual For the Love of Girls event Friday, April 25 at Michael Power/St. Joseph, 105 Eringate Dr. The event, which runs from 7:30 to 10 p.m., is aimed at girls 12 and up and features an evening of facials, manicures, massages, makeovers, glamour photos, a Bollywood performance, and dance lessons. Proceeds support Room to Read, a non-profit organization that focuses on literacy and education for girls in Africa and Asia. Tickets are $5.

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Etobicoke gymnast is the athlete of the month Karstadt hopes to compete in Junior Olympics this summer The Etobicoke Sports Hall of Fame athlete of the month for April is Etobicoke-born Justin Karstadt, a 17-year-old student in the High Performer program at Silverthorn Collegiate Institute. A member of the Canadian Junior National Gymnastics Team, Karstadt is recognized for setting and achieving high standards both at the gym and at school. He is a results-oriented leader and team player who consistently makes the podium at Canadian national competitions. His most recent medals were achieved in Brazil at the 2014 Junior Pan Am Games in March where he earned silver in the pommel horse event and helped the team to a bronze. He has been a Canadian Age Group National Team member since 2007 and has been a role model for many young gymnasts in Canada. He is an Honour student every year and is well liked and admired for his determination, focus and easy-going personality.

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Toronto Lakeshore Patriots are Junior A league champs league team, the Toronto Lakeshore Patriots, have won their league playoff championship. The Patriots wrapped up their best-of-seven league championship in six games with a 3-1 win over the Aurora Tigers on Sunday, April 20 at their Etobicoke-based home at Westwood Arenas. The Patriots now move on to the Central Canadian Jr. A championship tournament (called the Dudley Hewitt

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Thursday, April 24, 3:30 p.m. w Etobicoke CI at Kipling CI w Etobicoke SA at North Albion CI Monday, April 28, 3:30 p.m. w Etobicoke CI at North Albion CI w Etobicoke SA at Richview CI Wednesday, April 30, 3:30 p.m. w Kipling CI at Richview CI Thursday, May 1, 3:30 p.m. w Kipling CI at North Albion CI Soccer - boys west

Thursday, April 24 w Weston CI at Martingrove CI, sr. 3 p.m., jr. 4:30 p.m. w Thistletown CI vs. North Albion CI, sr. 3 p.m. jr. 4:30 p.m. w Vaughan Road Academy at Richview CI, sr. 3:30 p.m. w Lakeshore CI at Silverthorn CI, sr. 3 p.m., jr. 4:30 p.m. w Kipling CI at West Humber CI,sr. 4:30 p.m. w George Harvey CI at West Humber CI, jr. 3 p.m. Friday, April 25 w Scarlett Heights Entrepreneurial Academy at West Humber CI, sr. 3:30 p.m.

w Kipling CI at Scarlett Heights Entrepreneurial Academy, sr. 3:30 p.m. w Etobicoke CI at Etobicoke SA, sr. 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 29 w Thistletown CI at Martingrove CI, sr. 3 p.m., jr. 4:30 p.m. w Lakeshore CI at Richview CI, sr. 3 p.m., jr. 4:30 p.m. w Vaughan Road Academy at Etobicoke SA, sr. 3:30 p.m. w Etobicoke CI at York Memorial CI, sr. 3 p.m., jr. 4:30 p.m. w West Humber CI at Weston CI, sr. noon, jr. 1:30 p.m. w North Albion CI at George Harvey CI, jr. 3 p.m. Thursday, May 1 w Richview CI at York Memorial CI, jr. 3 p.m., sr. 4:30 p.m. w Silverthorn CI at Vaughan Road Academy, sr. 3:30 p.m. w North Albion CI at Weston CI (at Weston Lions Field), jr. noon, sr. 1:30 p.m. w Runnymede CI at Etobicoke CI, jr. 3:30 p.m. w Martingrove CI at Kipling CI, sr. 3:30 p.m. w Scarlett Heights Entrepreneurial Academy at Thistletown CI, sr. 4:30 p.m. w George Harvey CI at Thistletown CI, jr. 3 p.m. Soccer - girls west

Monday, April 28 w Richview CI at Runnymede CI, jr. 3:30 p.m.

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* girls west division soccer kicked off Wednesday, April 23. For schedule visit www.tdsb.on.ca/sports/Sports.aspx

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middle of the pack In both Etobicoke and across the province, the average number of nursing home residents on antipsychotic drugs is about midrange in the statistics. Nearly half the nursing homes across the province have higher percentages of residents on antipsychotics than both the Etobicoke and provincial average. The Ontario Ministry of Health confirmed 63 per cent of Ontario long-term care residents have dementia. Antipsychotics are not approved by Health Canada for the elderly with dementia. Pharmaceutical companies have issued the strongest caution on their labelling. It is called a black-box warning. “Elderly patients with dementia treated with atypical antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death compared to placebo,” the warning says, adding these patients face a 60 per cent increased risk of death compared with similar patients who are not taking these drugs. Some residents in Etobicoke long-term care homes may suffer, and some administrators report do suffer, from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other conditions that antipsychotics are approved and safe to treat. Yet, with 63 per cent of Ontario long-term care residents with dementia, that suggests at least some Etobicoke long-term care residents with dementia could be being prescribed antipsychotic drugs as an “off-label” use, meaning a drug is being used for a condition or age group for which it hasn’t been approved. For the first half of 2013,

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on average, 30 per cent of residents in Etobicoke’s 15 long-term care homes were prescribed antipsychotics, nursing home data obtained by the Guardian indicates down from the 35 per cent in 2012 overall. The head of the organization that represents most Ontario nursing homes acknowledged the problem, she reported prescription rates of antipsychotics have been decreasing steadily since 2010, in a letter to the editor to a Toronto daily newspaper, also published on the Ontario Long Term Care Association website. Candace Chartier, CEO of the Ontario Long Term Care Association, said as their disease progresses, some people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias “lose the ability to control their behaviour and may lash out physically when frustrated or irritated. “Long-term care homes would prefer to provide care to residents without antipsychotic medication whenever possible, and have been bringing the prescribing rates down every year, but more staff need specialized training in behaviour management strategies.” Dom Lipa, a 66-bed nursing home, gave 41 per cent of its Slovenian residents antipsychotic drugs in the first half of 2013. That is the highest rate of antipsychotic drug prescription among Etobicoke nursing homes for that period last year. That number has since been reduced to 33 per cent in a deliberate effort among staff to address residents’ behaviour with management skills, not antipsychotics, administrator Theresa MacDermid

said. Dom Lipa’s registered practical nurses and personal support workers receive training from specially trained staff through funding from its Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) in a program called Behavioural Supports Ontario, which Chartier also referenced. “We’d like more of that,” MacDermid said. “We also do other things, such as Gentle Persuasive Approaches, where a specially trained nurse deals with different clients. We have minimum incidents of aggressive behaviour. We’d love a lot more resources and support from the government.” Ontario Health Minister Deb Matthews’ office did not respond to the Guardian’s requests for an interview. The Ukrainian Care Centre, a 152-bed facility, gave 38.4 per cent of its residents the drugs in 2012. Sandy Lomaszewych, executive director of the centre, said that number has since been reduced to 24 per cent due to education of nursing staff in how to address residents’ behaviours to “give the medication only to residents who need it. “We’re working very hard on it. Our residents’ safety and well-being is our first priority. It always has been. We take medication management very seriously,” she said. “It’s important to understand the profiles and needs of residents... That our numbers are down significantly is an indication of that.” – with a file from Torstar News Service Read the full version of this story online, including details of MPP Donna Canfield’s work and the statistics for the 15 Etobicoke homes: bit.ly/1fqul0a

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versial. Last year he was forced to reverse a decision to remodel his own offices at Yonge Street and Davisville Avenue as the organization was struggling with its budget; and in February faced the board of director’s ire when he fired the newly hired chief operating officer Kathleen Llewellyn-Thomas and claimed she’d resigned; and kept his executive assistant off the Sunshine List of those earning more than $100,000, by carrying over 2012 pay to 2013. The Ombudsman’s report released Tuesday delved into Jones and the board’s human

resources practises. It found the organization failed to follow its own rules for hiring and firing, through a massive turnover in the organization’s non-unionized and management staff. Crean described staff turnover on a seismic scale. Eightyeight staff left the organization – 45 of whom were terminated – while 96 staff were hired and 76 were promoted or reclassified. Of those, the TCHC had no records for 19 per cent of the external hires and nearly all of the rest were incomplete. Crean said the firings were done without regard for institutional knowledge that might be lost – and that while she found no fault with any of the new hires, said executives involved in the hiring were often selecting people they had known before without declaring conflicts of interest. She said some positions were filled without full job

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Jones made his first HR decision the day after he was appointed, when he promoted a director to be the interim vice-president, human resources, without reviewing resumes or applications or interviews. A month later, the job was made permanent, without competition or board approval. A vice-president was hired four days before the competition closed, and another manager was hired and promoted six months later with a $30,000 raise, again with no process. Jones also moved his executive assistant to a management category and allowed her to claim paid overtime, against the rules, the report said. The TCHC also made changes to employment contracts unilaterally and without notice, taking away rights for severance pay and notice. Crean made 12 recommendations, which all relate to complying with existing policies and practises when it comes to human resources matters, and ensuring senior executives are trained to use those policies. The conflict of interest policy also needs to be expanded to include past

business relationships between applicants for jobs and those responsible for hiring. The TCHC has responded to the report, in a letter co-signed by Jones and TCHC board Chair Bud Purvis. “We accept your findings and will act swiftly to address the deficiencies that you have identified,” the letter reads in part. “Guided by your recommendations, we will move forward to complete the task of modernizing our human resources function along the timelines set out in your report.” In the meantime, the report has raised eyebrows. Two of Ford’s opponents in the mayoralty race released statements in the wake of the release of the Ombudsman’s repor t. Olivia Chow said the problems are endemic of the climate Ford has fostered during his term. “There are obvious problems with oversight and structure,” said Chow. “These mirror many of the problems our city has seen under Rob Ford, who also sees rules as annoyances. Karen Stintz said the report was evidence Ford’s statement that he has addressed problems at the TCHC is false. “He has failed to provide the necessary political leadership for one of Toronto’s most crucial agencies,” said Stintz in an emailed statement. Ford didn’t speak to media when he arrived at his office Tuesday afternoon.

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ESA rocks Show Choir Canada competition Father John Redmond places fourth Etobicoke School of the Arts (ESA) choristers fared fabulously once again at both Show Choir Canada’s National and inaugural Can-Am competitions earlier this month. Last year’s champion, Splash, successfully defended their national title during the fourth annual Show Choir Canada Nationals Saturday, April 12 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts in North York. Splash also took home the award for best choreography. And in their first year of competition, ESA’s new show choir group Glo was awarded second-place overall, while also winning for best vocals, best show design and best new choir. The Father John Redmond Show Choir, also of Etobicoke, took home fourth place. Then on Sunday, April 13, Show Choir Canada hosted its first Can-Am Invitational, pitting seven of the top Canadian show choirs from the national competition against two show choirs from the United States – Waltham High School’s

Music Unlimited from Waltham, Massachusetts, and Rich South High School’s Inspired Legacy from Richton Park, Illinois. ESA’s Splash emerged triumphant from that contest as well, taking home first place overall, as well as awards for best choreography, best show design and best overall dancer (Hailey Balaz). Glo was awarded second place overall and the award for best vocals. PHOTOGRAPHER HOLDS EXHIBITIONS In other ESA news, graduating photography student Luke Mohan is set to have a busy spring, with an unprecedented six scheduled exhibitions in two countries in the coming months. To check out his work, all are invited to attend one of the following exhibitions featuring Mohan’s photography: • May - Dare2Create Art and Film exhibit at Artscape Youngplace, 180 Shaw St. Toronto;

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The Etobicoke School of the Arts’ Splash show choir took first place at the annual Show Choir Canada Nationals on April 12.

• May 1 to June 8 - A Study in Action/Reaction at the Albright Knox Gallery in Buffalo, New York. • May 8 - Mayday: Luke Mohan and Lucy Pauker at Etobicoke School

of the Arts, 675 Royal York Rd. (Room 100) from 3:30 to 8 p.m. • May 15 - Contact Photography Exhibition at KUMF Gallery, 2118A Bloor St. W., Toronto.

• May 22 to 29 - ESA’s Year-End Show, 675 Royal York Rd. • September - Flash Forward Incubator Program at Twist Gallery, 1100 Queen St. W., Toronto.

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Schools earn top grade for innovation CYNTHIA REASON creason@insidetoronto.com

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Chef John Placko, right, puts on a demonstration for Thistletown Collegiate’s culinary program at the school last Wednesday. The event introduced students to some state-of-the-art culinary techniques and was held in conjunction with the launch of Thistletown’s new Molecular Gastronomy Lab.

Guest culinary session exposes students to industry standards >>>from page 1 During the two-hour presentation last Wednesday, Placko – founder of the Modern Culinary Academy and a part-time instructor at Humber College – introduced culinary students from Thistletown, Danforth CI, York Humber, Lawrence Park, Robert Borden, Don Bosco and St. Francis Xavier high schools to the leading-edge culinary techniques and not-so-common kitchen equipment and ingredients used to create molecular cuisine. “This is the first time I’ve come to a high school to do a presentation... it’s very exciting bringing it down beyond the culinary schools to the high-school level,” said Placko, who is set to open his very own molecular cuisine restaurant at Pearson International Airport called Bar 120, Cuisine Transformed in the fall. “By the time these students end up working in a restaurant or hotel that is of a high calibre, they will be exposed to one, two, four, 10 of these ingredients, pieces of equipment and techniques, so we’re giving them the head’s up now.” To the best of Placko’s knowledge, Thistletown CI is the only school in Canada that is currently dedicating time and resources to teaching its students about molecular gastronomy – the study of the chemical and physical transformations that foods undergo in the process of preparation and cooking, and which alter appearance, texture and taste sensation. For Thistletown culinary instructor Keith Hoare, many of the modernist techniques used in the preparation of molecular cuisine are as new to

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him as they are to his students. “When I went to culinary school, we didn’t learn this – these are all kind of leading edge techniques. That’s why I wanted to expose my students to it, because it’s something that’s coming into vogue now and you always want to be looking for different experiences for the kids and to have them learn what the industry standard is,” he said. At the April 16 demonstration, Placko taught the students: how to turn melon juice into tiny spheres similar to caviar eggs using sodium alginate and calcium chloride; how to seal chicken and asparagus in airtight bags, then cook them “sous vides” style in hot water baths; how to use a blow torch to brown a meringue; and how to safely use liquid nitrogen to make a quick, easy

and creamy ice cream like no other, along with many other modernist techniques. For Grade 12 students Omie Chea and Andreq Howe, both 18, watching Placko work wonders in the kitchen was a sight to behold. “Some of the stuff, like the liquid nitrogen, you usually only get to see on TV. I didn’t want to act like a little kid, but it was really fun to see,” said Chea, who said she’s been torn between whether to pursue the sciences or the culinary arts – her two favourite subjects – after graduation. “But watching this today, it definitely gives me a different opportunity to maybe do both at same time.” Added Howe: “Mr. H has showed us a bit of molecular gastronomy before, but seeing how it actually goes into actual dishes was really, really interesting and very surprising – it tasted so good,” she said, noting that the sous vide chicken and carbonated grapes were her favourite two things on Placko’s menu that day. “The chicken was delicious, and the grape being fizzy was so cool.” Moving forward, Hoare said he hopes his students will take what they learned from Placko’s demonstration and translate it into coming up with their own ideas and culinary creations in Thistletown’s new molecular gastronomy lab. “I think this is really going to open their eyes,” he said. “Hopefully after today, they’ll begin to get those creative juices flowing and start thinking a little bit out of the box.”

To learn more, visit Placko’s Modern Culinary Academy website at www. modernca.ca

Six Etobicoke schools were recognized for innovation in education at this week’s 15th Annual Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) Exemplary Practice Awards. Father Henry Carr, Don Bosco, St. Angela, Michael Power/St. Joseph, Father John Redmond and Christ the King were among the 16 Catholic schools honoured yesterday for their “unique initiatives and ambitious projects” that “fostered student achievement and well-being, and enhanced the overall learning experience for students.” “The awards are a way for us to recognize and celebrate the staff and school communities who take on new challenges and approach learning in new and creative ways,” Director of Education Angela Gauthier said in a statement. n Father Henry Carr’s participation in the innovative Face-to-Faith program – which is run by the Tony Blair Faith Foundation and links students from 19 different countries worldwide via video conference to discuss global issues from a variety of faith perspectives – was one of this year’s winners. Last school year alone, Grade 11 students in Father Henry Carr’s World Religions class chatted online with their Hindu peers in India, Jewish students in Israel and Sikh youth in the United States. “The whole idea is for them to come together and explore their similarities and differences, and to come to realize that they are brothers and sisters, after all,” teacher Miles Fernandes said of the program following his students’ hour-long Skype

date with high school students from Tichon Hadash Herzliya, a Jewish school near Tel Aviv, last year. n Don Bosco’s Global Education Certificate Program – in which students focus on global issues, social responsibility, the global economy, active citizenship and career education in Advanced Placement courses within a Global Certificate Studies context – also earned rave reviews and recognition at this year’s Exemplary Practice Awards. Now in its second year, the program takes an international approach to every course in the curriculum, from business and math, to science and even phys. ed, said Program Coordinator Brendan O’Hara. “In gym, we brought in some Australian coaches to teach the students Aussie-rules football, and we also taught them cricket,” he said. “In science and geography classes, we’re currently working with two other schools – one from South Africa and another from Memphis – on a project on loss of biodiversity and habitat. And we also had David Suzuki teach a class from Vancouver via Skype.” Other local winners of this year’s TCDSB Exemplary Practice Awards included: n St. Angela’s S.M.I.L.E. (Students Mentoring Individual Leaders Everyday) Team. n Michael Power/St. Joseph’s Reach Out Stop the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness Week, n Father John Redmond and Christ the King’s CTK-FJR Tutoring Program.

For more information on the awards and these programs, visit the school board website at www.tcdsb.org/

Staff file photo/CYNTHIA REASON

Father Henry Carr students participated in the Face-to-Faith program last year, holding a video teleconference with their peers from Tichon Hadash Herzeliya school in Israel.

Righting a wrong on TTC sign Premier announces GO express A TTC rider is said to have corrected, by hand, a typo on a wayfinding sign at Bloor-Yonge Station over the weekend. After a picture of the sign – which contained the word Southbound but missing an “h” -was posted via social media (imgur.com/2h8RoZ7), it seems someone appeared at the station, ladder in hand, and used a marker to make the correction. Spokesperson Brad Ross confirmed the correction was not made by a TTC employee. He apologized for the error and promised the sign, one of several installed at the station as part of rebranding efforts, would be replaced immediately. critical of P3s launches media blitz wUnion

The TTC’s largest union has a launched a media campaign critical of public-private partnerships, also known as P3s. The funding model is widely applied when it comes to designing and construct-

rahul gupta TO in TRANSIT ing large-scale infrastructure projects such as the Spadina subway extension. Using P3s, governments tender contracts to private sector companies who are then on the hook for completing the work on time and budget. But the campaign, launched by Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) 113, alleges P3s result in private sector profiteering at the expense of taxpayers and warns making more use of them on projects such as the Eglinton Crosstown LRT will be a “disaster”. Visit www.truthabouttransit.com for details. work to cause GO delays wgardiner

GO Transit is warning bus riders to expect significant peak-time travel delays once planned construction on the Gardiner Expressway begins next week.

On Monday April 28, the city will begin deck replacement on the elevated portion of the aging roadway, resulting in long-term lane closures in both directions. As a result, GO is advising users of its Toronto-Hamilton, Milton and Brampton bus services departing Union Station to prepare for delays of up to 30 minutes during rush hour. unveils new searchable map wMetrolinx

Metrolinx has introduced a newly redesigned searchable online map to track the progress of ongoing construction projects in the Greater Toronto Area. A Metrolinx spokesperson said the new design was completed following feedback from residents. To view the map visit www. metrolinx.com and select the menu option Projects & Programs. Rahul Gupta is The Guardian’s transit reporter. His column appears every Thursday. Find him on Twitter: @TOinTRANSIT

service to be made fully electric GO Train service every 15 minutes will be faster than TTC for downtown commuters RAHUL GUPTA rgupta@insidetoronto.com A transportation proposal unveiled last Thursday by the province for frequent express GO train service promises faster travel than the subway. If completed, the GO Regional Express Rail plan would expand GO train service from a commuter service limited to peak period trips to all day, everyday service, making for a faster alternative to the subway and reducing travel times in some cases by as much as half, said Premier Kathleen Wynne. “This will be a faster option for those who are travelling in and out of Toronto’s downtown core,” said Wynne, who announced the plan along-

side Ontario Transportation Minister Glen Murray at GO’s Willowbrook maintenance facility in Etobicoke. “You can get to the station and even if you’re a little bit late, you know there will be a train coming by every 15 minutes.” According to the plan, the new service would allow GO customers to get from the Kennedy subway and GO station in Scarborough to Union Station in under 20 minutes at anytime, compared to the same route via subway which would take almost 40 minutes. Train travel from any Toronto GO station would be faster by at least eight minutes than a similar route on the TTC. The express trains would also be fully electric, Murray

said, with plans to phase out existing diesel units which make up the bulk of GO service currently. “Electric trains will run frequently and they will be moving people much more quickly,” said Murray. “There will be increased capacity and higher connectivity,” he added. Murray also said the Union-Pearson Express air rail link service between Pearson and Union Station to debut next year will be a part of the service. Funding for the project is unknown, but Wynne said money would come from a recent $15 billion transit commitment to the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area over 10 years.

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Union-Pearson Express air rail link ESS launches free is first step toward electrification exercise classes RAHUL GUPTA rgupta@insidetoronto.com Converting the UnionPearson (UP) Express air rail link to an electric train service will be the first step toward electrification of the entire GO rail network, said the president of Metrolinx. Speaking to reporters following an announcement last Thursday from Premier Kathleen Wynne on plans to introduce frequent-service electric trains across the GO network, Bruce McCuaig said electrification work on the UP Express could start as early as 2015. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the same year the frequent rail service launches, and the UP Express will begin by running diesel trains between Pearson International Airport and Union Station. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The initial piece is UP, it was always intended to be

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But McCuaig said he was confident the money would be made available within a $29-billion funding announcement made by the province this week which includes a $15 billion commitment over 10 years to transit improvements that are part of Metrolinxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Big Move transit plan for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gong to be looking at how we can deploy these funds to increase the level of service on GO Transit and also to electrify the service,â&#x20AC;?

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Glen Murray says the time frame for electrification on UP and the rest of the network will be up to Metrolinx.

Etobicoke Services for Seniors (ESS) is offering free group exercise classes designed for older adults. ESS supports the elderly who wish to stay in their own homes and communities and it encourages physical activity as a vital part of healthy aging. The classes will be held at: â&#x20AC;˘ Lerette Manor, 250 Twelfth St; â&#x20AC;˘ Edwards Manor, 340 Royal York Rd.; â&#x20AC;˘ Griggs Manor, 100 Cavell Ave.; and â&#x20AC;˘ Downsview Acres, 2195 Jane St. Those who wish to attend are asked to contact recreational therapist Yvonne Ng at 416-243-0127 or at yng@ esssupportservices.ca your bike blessed on sunday wGet

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‘Annual cleanups do make a difference’ >>>from page 1 in it getting my hands dirty Jinx’s near-fatal cut comto me being there talking pelled Roy to organize a to people and extolling the community cleanup in Glen virtues of cleaning up the Stewart ravine in 1993. park. I’ve made tremendous friends. Barbara “I was the first in the city to organize a local Keaveney tells me, park cleanup,” he ‘I’ve got the regissaid. tration table for Roy moved to an hour or two. the Lakeshore You go.’ They area of south know how Etobicoke in much I love to 2000 where get in there.” he soon took Keaveney is environmenwith Citizens tal ownership Concerned of his local About the park. Future of the This Sunday, Etobicoke Roy leads his Waterfront DOES YOUR SCHOOL OR (CCFEW ), a 11th annual OFFICE HOLD A CLEANUP community group that regDAY? DOES YOUR FAMILY cleanup from 9 ularly supports HELP TIDY UP THE PARK? a.m. to 3 p.m. in Roy’s cleanup. ★★★ Colonel Samuel Often, Smith Park, an We want to hear how you i t ’s C C F E W extensive natuPresident Brian contribute. Contact us at ralized waterBailey who helps etg@insidetoronto.com front park at the Roy wrestle with foot of Kipling unearthing larger refuse left abandoned Avenue and Lake Shore Boulevard West. in the park. The wooded shoreline is “We pulled couches out home to an array of migraof the sand dune that were tory birds, wildlife, plants almost buried completely. It was a big year when we got and trees, a beach and in recent years, the city’s only that out. We’ve pulled picnic ice skating trail. Its diversity tables out of the muckiest, and quality of habitats has boggiest mud,” he said. earned it a reputation as one His weapon of choice? A of the premier birding locafive-tonne hand winch and chain that Roy attaches to tions in the city. a tree for leverage: “We can Cleanup volunteers meet this Sunday on the path east pull something in excess of the marina. of 500 pounds out with the winch.” Bring boots, gloves, rakes and shovels. Pack a picnic Last year, he found a batlunch. Garbage bags, water tered up canoe. One of his and snacks will be profavourite finds is a conch vided. shell he found on the rocks. “I love it,” Roy said of his In 21 years, Roy said his environmental leadership. park cleanups even unearthed “It has gone from me being stolen items. One year, Roy

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found the art portfolio of the wife of well-known Toronto daily cartoonist Andy Donato in Glen Stewart ravine when he was a Beach resident. Roy also helps a friend with his annual park cleanup in Oakville. “We’ve towed tractor tires full of silt that weigh about 450 pounds. Really that’s my satisfaction. It’s no longer in nature.” Friends of Sam Smith, as well as area residents, also come out annually to participate in the Etobicoke park’s rejuvenation. Roy s a i d t h e a n n u a l Colonel Samuel Smith Park cleanup has made a difference. “It has improved year over year. A number of people return each year. We seem to be encountering a lessening amount of garbage. People seem to appreciate nature

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Alan Roy pulls trash from the creek in Colonel Sam Smith Park. Roy is organizing his 11th annual spring cleanup at the park this Sunday, April 27. All are welcome to pitch in, to make the area safe for kids, pets, and wildlife. At left, more trash along the creek.

and the park more. If they see someone throw garbage, they take ownership. They approach the person or they pick it up.” With exposure, Roy said

he expects those who litter and dump will eventually become environmentally conscious. “Any number of people say that park is where they

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take their dog for a walk or take their kids. I’m saddened to know people come in to the park and throw stuff out their car windows. That hurts. But with exposure and time, they’ll come around and understand the natural pleasure of that park. It’s a real hidden gem.” We’ve got more. Read all about the work happening throughout the city online at bit.ly/1lxd5hY

GET INVOLVED: LOCAL CLEANUPS The following Etobicoke cleanups will be held Saturday, April 26: ■ Cloverdale Mall Electronic Waste Disposal Day 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Electronics Drop-off area near Kitchen Stuff Plus ■ Corner of Burnhamthorpe Road and Lorraine Gardens 9 a.m. Organized by Olivet New

Church and School ■ Scarlett Road between La Rose and Chapman 9 a.m. Organized by Scarlett Gables ■ Dundas Street West from Islington to Kipling avenues 9:30 a.m. Organized by Village of Islington Business Improvement Area

■ The Elms Park north of Bergamot Avenue 10 a.m. Organized by Friends of The Elms Park Committee ■ Tom Riley Park, 3216 Bloor St. W. in the Islington AvenueDundas Street West area 10 a.m. Organized by Etobicoke Lawn Bowling Club ■ Mimico Waterfront Clean-up Day 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

■ Bloor Street West-Islington Avenue area 11 a.m. Laneway cleanup behind stores Bring your own gloves. Bags

■ Sunday, April 27 11 a.m. Queensland Park. Organized by Friends of Queensland Park, 35 Nordin Ave. near The Queensway and Islington Avenue ■ Saturday, May 3 from 8 a.m.

to Sunday, May 4 at 8 p.m. My Trash, Your Treasure weekend. Put reusable items on the curb to find a new home. Label items as working, to be fixed, parts only, etc. For more opportunities, check out the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, with events running through to July. Visit www. shorelinecleanup.ca/en/search/ cleanups/spring2014

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