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Canada-Russia summit series celebrated in North York FANNIE SUNSHINE fsunshine@insidetoronto.com

hen the puck dropped in front of the 18,000 strong who filled the Montreal Forum on Sept. 2, 1972 to watch the first match of the CanadaRussia Summit Series, electricity could be felt in the air. But by game’s end, the sizzle had turned sombre as Canada, who many expected to sweep the series, lost 7-3. York Centre Councillor James Pasternak was one among thousands who left the building stunned. Just 13, Pasternak flew to Montreal with his father and two brothers to attend the first of the eight-game summit, which Canada

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■ Public skate WHEN: Sunday from noon to 2 p.m WHERE: Herbert H. Carnegie Centennial Centre, 580 Finch Ave. W. ■ Author reading WHEN: Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m WHERE: Centennial Library, 578 Finch Ave. W. ultimately won. “The arena was just on fire when the game started,” Pasternak recalled. “At the end it was like you were walking out of a funeral. People were walking out shaking their heads.” In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the summit >>>SKATE, page 2

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AT THE WHEEL: Naya Arcana plays Mario Cart at the We Got Game event at Lawrence Square Mall Saturday. Kids were invited to enjoy interactive computer and sport games.

Visual artists to donate percentage of show’s sales to women’s shelter

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From paintings to sculptures, glasswork to photography, you can see some of the best work local artists have created at the 12th annual North York Visual Artists’ fall art show and tour this month.

The event will feature 37 artists displaying and selling original works in a wide range of styles. Thirty-two artists will be set up in the Floral Room at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

You can also visit five additional artists in home studios in the areas of York Mills Road and Old Yonge Street, Finch and Willowdale avenues, Lawrence Avenue and Leslie Street, Sheppard

Avenue and Leslie, and York Mills and Leslie. Visit www.nyva.ca to download a map and for more information. Artist will donate a percentage of their sales to the North York Women’s Shelter.

“It is a community event, in the community to give back to the community,” said artist Wendy Blackstock, one of the event’s organizers. The art show and tour runs Saturday, Sept. 29

and Sunday, Sept. 30 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Botanical Garden located by Edwards Gardens at Lawrence Avenue and Leslie Street. Admission and parking are free.

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Skate marks 40th anniversary of ‘greatest hockey ever seen:’ >>>from page 1 series, Pasternak’s office is organizing a free community skate Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. at Herbert H. Carnegie Centennial Centre, 580 Finch Ave. W. The jersey Paul Henderson wore when he scored the series-winning goal will be displayed. Skate rentals will be available. Following the skate, hockey author Mike Leonetti will read from his books and discuss the series at Centennial Library, next to the arena at 578 Finch Ave., from 2 to 4 p.m. Pasternak, who grew up a fan of the Leafs, Bruins, Canadiens and Flyers, said in retrospect the Russians were a very fine-tuned team, whereas the Canadians weren’t as strong. “The Canadians showed up out of shape and were not playing as a unit,” he said. “The first couple of goals were scored by Canada and we thought it would be a real blowout. In the middle of the game

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Above, Team Canada members Don Awrey, left, Frank Mahovlich, Bobby Clarke, Ken Dryden and Tony Esposito line up for the pre-game official ceremonies before the start of the 1972 Canada-Russia series in Montreal. At left, Team Canada prepares for the first game of the series.

everything just turned around. There was shock in the Montreal Forum.” Pasternak, who represents the city ward with the highest Russian population, has kept mementos from the game, including pictures he snapped from

behind the net and a scrapbook of the series, he said. “It was some of the greatest hockey ever seen,” he said of the series. The eight-game series, played at the height of the Cold War, was the first competition between the

Team Canada’s Phil Esposito (7) gets back on defence after an offensive foray against Team Russia’s Alexander Gusev (2) and goaltender Vladislav Tretiak in Game 1.

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York University lineman tackles leukemia Alex Midea recovering from chemotherapy treatments

Instructions were clear: pack a bag and quickly get Alex to Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. Blood test results revealed Midea had leukemia.

‘...how do I go from a football practice to a hospital bed...’

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lex Midea knows all about the punishing tackles and has likely had a few bumps and bruises that tend to go along with getting the job done. For him, it has been as an offensive lineman. At 6-foot-1 and 305 pounds, nicknamed “The Wall” in his high school days at Chaminade College, Midea is a member of the football team at York University. In his rookie season last year, he won the award for the hardest working and most dedicated player. A big guy, Midea knows how to take care of himself. But his football and education plans have been put on hold for the time being. One thing the 18-year-old North York resident has struggled with – and it’s still tough for him to comprehend – is what’s been happening to him in recent months. This past summer, during York’s training camp, Midea experienced a strange feeling on the field. He also tired quickly, not common for the robust athlete. So, he took a short rest. Midea described the feeling as being “light-headed” and had initially thought maybe it was just a bit of exhaustion.

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York University honour roll student and award-winning football player Alex Midea was diagnosed with leukemia earlier this year. The cancer is now in remission.

But things would not dissipate. With his father out to see the practice, Midea received approval from York offensive line coach Mike Comeau to call it a day. Next morning, Midea went to see a doctor. Some testing was

Seneca students can earn credits from U of T through partnership Qualified Seneca College students will now be able to transfer into an honours degree program at the University of Toronto’s Scarborough campus, thanks to a new partnership announced this week. Under the pilot project, students who have completed two semesters of Seneca’s liberal arts program will be allowed to take courses at the university campus as non-degree visiting students. Those credits can later count towards a University of Toronto honours bachelor of arts degree. That means students can earn both a Seneca diploma and a U of T degree in four years. Leaders at both schools praised the new partnership.

the Lions home opener. And while he was not on the field, his No. 60 jersey folded and waiting, the York team rallied with a come-from-behind win over the University of Ottawa.

“This agreement helps to meet a long expressed need for greater recognition of work that college students already have completed when they choose to study at a university,” Prof. Rick Halpern, dean and vice-principal academic at the university’s Scarborough campus, said in a statement. Seneca president David Agnew agreed: “This pilot program provides qualified Seneca students with another seamless option to build on their education and we are pleased to partner with UTSC to provide it.” Representatives from UTSC, Seneca and the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities signed the agreement Tuesday.

done, including blood samples. But the following day, when Midea and his father were having lunch at home, the phone rang with a message from Dr. Steven Gorlick that neither father or son will ever forget.

His white count numbers were all over the place. “It’s not the kind of thing a guy my age expects to hear,” said Midea, now resting at home and the cancer in remission. “It blew me away. Strange things go through your mind – like how do I go from a football practice to a hospital bed and what’s going to happen to me?” Two months later, after chemotherapy treatments, good news from doctors: no need for bone marrow surgery. Midea, and his family, received the call they had been praying would come: he was going home and the cancer was in remission. “It was like a miracle had happened,” said Rocky Midea, his father. “I don’t know how to explain our thoughts and feelings. We were just so grateful.” With lots on his mind and requiring rest, Alex Midea was already thinking about the month ahead and his passion to continue excelling in school – maybe pursue a career in law – but also be back with his football buddies. Not so fast – doctors said the recovery process could take two years or more. Improving slowly, Midea couldn’t resist a trip to York for

It was only their fourth in the past 41 games, but Midea knew this team was much better than any of the past and he wanted so badly to be on the field. At halftime, he was tired and returned home for more rest. Missing Midea from the York lineup is a huge problem. “(Midea) was my first recruit – a heck of a player and after our second practice last year he got the starting job and never looked back,” said Warren Craney, York’s head coach. “We were counting on him this year until that horrible disease set him back. There is a huge hole we haven’t filled, but his health and well-being remind No. 1.” “I’m feeling stronger and it’s a great to hear the doctors say the cancer is in remission,” he said. “I wouldn’t know where I’d be without the great support from my parents, sister and everyone else.” Midea has had good days and bad days, according to his father. “It’s to be expected,” said Rocky. “He has nausea. There are treatments at the hospital and drugs. Even the strongest person can have a tough day. We’re confident he’ll be alright. Slow process, but the main thing is that Alex is getting better.”

Author launches book at Word on the Street LISA QUEEN lqueen@insidetoronto.com

unday will be a memorable day for North York budding author Benjamin Gabbay. Not only will he read from his new book, Wingheart: Luminous Rock, at the Word on the Street festival but the presentation falls on his 17th birthday. “I couldn’t ask for better,” the Don Mills teenager said Thursday. What’s more, Gabbay isn’t even worried about developing stage fright. “I’m definitely looking forward to Word on the Street,” he said. “I’m pretty confident on the stage.” Gabbay has spent the last few

years working on Wingheart, the first part in a trilogy centred on the fantasy world of Arkane. In the story, main character Magnus Wingheart didn’t know about Arkane, the past his older brother kept from him, or that his parents had been killed by an inhuman enemy. When the enemy re-emerges, Magnus and his former guardian must search for an elusive object they know almost nothing about. In a world that blurs the line between fantasy and reality, the book taps into magic, technology and science. The fantasy genre “always appealed to me, ever since I was little,” Gabbay said. “I always loved the thought there is more

than there is in our perceived world.” The novel was published by his family’s publishing company, Arkane Books. Gabbay, who is homeschooled, is hoping to make a career out of being an author. “It is certainly the path I want to take to see where it takes me. I certainly hope to be a writer,” he said, adding he also has an interest in music and web and graphic design. Gabbay has been selected to read from his book at Sunday’s festival during open mic hour from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on the ‘This is not the Shakespeare’ stage for young writers at Queen’s Park Circle downtown.

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Youth volunteers add value to organizations

he recent selection of 34 members to the newly formed Youth Advisory Council by the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan AM Games organizing committee recognizes the importance of youth participation in ensuring the success of such a large scale event. “Inspiring and engaging the next generation of leaders is central to the vision of the 2015 Pan Am/ Parapan Am Games,” said Ian Troop, CEO of the 2015 Games. “We want the Games to our view touch as many people as possible and this council will be Much-needed the driving voice to ensure the Games are youth-focused and perspective inclusive.” provided And Toronto is well-represented with the majority of youth advisors and ambassadors being from the city including Cynthia Berringer from Etobicoke, Newton Asare II and Alita Fernandez both from Scarborough, and Arabi Rajeswaran from North York. Toronto Police Services is also calling out to youth for its new campaign to create a video or poster educating others on when to call 911 and how to avoid pocket dials that clog up the emergency line. More organizations should follow suit and actively engage youth for their input and creativity. Opportunity exists anywhere there is a need for more resources, especially when local community groups are stretched to provide services on a shrinking budget. It should no longer be the sole responsibility of such youth-focused organizations as Youth Employment Services in Etobicoke, Youth Unlimited serving North York, or YouthLink in Scarborough to reach out to the next generation. Nor should it rest just on the school communities that educate the students throughout the week. But we can learn from them as they have already demonstrated the benefits of engaging youth through the programs and activities they offer. Those benefits include allowing youth to divert their energy and attention to something positive rather than finding themselves getting into trouble. It also instills the value of leadership and volunteerism at an early age. Perhaps more significantly, given the additional responsibility of contributing to a larger project, this younger demographic will grow up and become more active citizens in their community beyond their youth. That will have a greater impact on the community changing for the better – now and in the future. Toronto Community News is a division of Metroland Media Group Ltd. The Mirror is a member of the Ontario Press Council. Visit ontpress.com newsroom

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To the editor: I think it’s great the way Toronto honours our fallen police and fire department staff, but I find we do not come close when it is a TTC, roads crew, waste or similar department staff that dies in the line of duty. I know these other occupations are not as high profile, but at times can be equally hazardous. The families of a fallen waste department worker feel the loss as much as a fire department’s family. So let’s honour every fallen civic employee. Their contributions to Toronto are what built this city and keep it running. Dave Barnes

Which business model is best for running Toronto?

here has been a lot of discussion lately about governance and leadership qualities when talk turns to municipal politics, particularly when certain personalities are involved. The people driving this discussion clearly have an underlying assumption in their arguments that government should run more like a successful business. It is an attractive argument for some people, as businesses present the appearance of being operated with more financial discipline and managerial accountability than our governments. Certainly, anyone who has watched the running of city council when budgets are discussed walks away from the experience shaking their head at the apparent irrationality of the process. Yet, what does it really mean to say a city should be run more like a business?

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There is not just one type of business, but in fact, there is a wide range of management styles available, often with the most unorthodox or liberal ones being the most successful. More importantly, if you do run a government as a business, who is your market and how are you going to satisfy them? When talking about a city as a business, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg once said, “If New York City is a business, it isn’t WalMart – it isn’t trying to be the lowest-priced product in the market.” You will find that business philosophy is true of all of America’s large cities, which

discovered a long time ago the only way they could survive was by being expensive. If you look at which cities in the United States are attracting new business and creating jobs, the majority are those with populations around 500,000. One of the best places to live and do business today is in Riverside, California, which has a population of 300,000 and a job growth rate of six per cent annually. What is more important about these prosperous small cities is that due to their lower operating costs they are less expensive to live in, so wealth is distributed more evenly. Another reason these smaller cities are proving to be more successful is they have the cultural amenities that attract the brightest, the more capable and the most innovative. Once they have attracted them, they provide a place where people can prosper

in more ways than simple economic survival. The reality is that large cities such as New York are only friendly to those who are already successful in their field, and are legendary in the way they beat down those who are struggling or who fail. So yes, our municipal government needs to be reformed, and good business practices would contribute greatly to its success. However, let us be very careful about which business model we employ, for turning Metro Toronto into a megacity has made no real business sense at all. We once had six municipalities of the correct size for proven economic success, but squandered their potential in order to have bragging rights about how big we are. n Joe Cooper is a longtime Toronto resident and community activist. Contact him at nym@insidetoronto. com

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York Lions Football WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: York Stadium, 4700 Keele St. COST: $8 adults, $5 nonYork students, seniors It’s Homecoming. The York Lions host the Waterloo Warriors in CIS men’s football. OUA Men’s Hockey WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: Canlan Ice Sports - York, 989 Murray Ross Pkwy. COST: $8 adults, $5 non-York students, seniors RMC visits York in a non-conference game.

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1972 Canada-Russia Summit Series Celebration and Community Skate WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m. WHERE: Herbert H. Carnegie Centennial Centre, 580 Finch Ave. W. CONTACT: Councillor James Pasternak, 416-392-1371, www. jamespasternak.ca, councillor_pasternak@toronto.ca COST: Free Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the landmark Canada-Russia Hockey Summit Series with a free community skate and author reading. From noon to 2 p.m., everyone is welcome to a free public skate. The jersey Paul Henderson was wearing when he scored the serieswinning goal will be on display. From 2 to 4 p.m. author Mike Leonetti will read from his books and discuss the Summit Series next door at Centennial Library, 578 Finch Ave. W. Also, displays, videos, refreshments, popcorn and snacks, prizes and more. Choral Evensong WHEN: 4 p.m. WHERE: Church of the Advent, 40 Pritchard Ave. CONTACT: Dianne Izzard, 416-763-2713, advent. toronto@gmail.com COST: Free Choral Evensong, sung by the Schola Cantorum under the direction of Clement Carelse. Light refreshments following. Bunfest WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Bob Rumball Centre, 2395 Bayview Ave. CONTACT: www.bunfest.ca COST: $6 Learn about having a rabbit as a pet, meet bunnies looking for homes and meet other rabbit-loving people. OUA Women’s Rugby WHEN: 3 p.m. WHERE: York University, 4700 Keele St. COST: Free The Windsor Lancers play the York Lions in a non-conference game. Junior A Hockey WHEN: 3 p.m. WHERE: Carnegie Centennial Centre, 580 Finch Ave. W. COST: Admission The Buffalo Jr. Sabres visit the North York Rangers.

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Toronto Branch, Ontario Genealogical Society WHEN: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. WHERE: North York Memorial Community Hall, 5110 Yonge St. CONTACT: 416-7332608, www.torontofamilyhistory.org, info@torontofamilyhistory.org COST: $5 for non-members Featuring Ontario Genealogical Society president Shirley Sturdevant, an introduction to the provincial office and staff,

and an overview of provincial initiatives and projects underway in branches and special interest groups across the province.

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Yom Kippur Afternoon WHEN: 2 p.m. WHERE: Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto, 210 Wilson Ave. CONTACT: 416-487-3281, www. templesinai.net, education@templesinai.net COST: Free Reflections on Repentance: Learning through DramaIn partnership with the Harold Green Jewish Theatre Company. Yom Kippur Afternoon Tot Service WHEN: 3 p.m. WHERE: Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto, 210 Wilson Ave. CONTACT: 416-487-3281, www. templesinai.net, education@templesinai.net COST: Free Join Rabbi Emanuel, Cantor Oringel and a bird called Tziporah as they teach through song and story what it means to say sorry and to think about our mistakes on Yom Kippur. For children five and under. Yom Kippur Afternoon: Young Leaders Speak WHEN: 4 p.m. WHERE: Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto, 210 Wilson Ave. CONTACT: 416-487-3281, www. templesinai.net, education@templesinai.net COST: Free This year on Yom Kippur, we will have the opportunity to learn from our young adults who have recently returned from the March of the Living. They will join our two young emissaries from Israel who will challenge us to think about our own Jewish experience as they reflect on their life experiences. Scrabble WHEN: 6:45 to 9:45 p.m. WHERE: Broadlands Community Centre, 19 Castlegrove Blvd. CONTACT: Rosemarie Rabindranath, 416-449-7126 COST: Free We play friendly scrabble every Wednesday. Christopher Leadership Course WHEN: 7 to 10 p.m. WHERE: St. Bonaventure Church, 1300 Leslie St. CONTACT: Frisca Ozorio, 416-410-7776, www.clctorontoeast.com, COST: Adults $185, students/seniors $175 Develop your skills in public speaking, communication and leadership. Course goes for 11 weeks.

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Organic Farmers’ Marketplace WHEN: 3 to 7 p.m. WHERE: Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. E. CONTACT: http://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/ Weekly until Oct. 4.

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OUA Women’s Soccer WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: York Stadium, 4700 Keele St. COST: Free The Western Mustangs visit the York Lions. OUA Men’s Soccer WHEN: 3:15 p.m. WHERE: York Stadium, 4700 Keele St. COST: Free The Western Mustangs visit the York Lions. >>>it’s happening, page 11

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Tri-Congregational Churches Garage Sale WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHERE: TriCongregational Churches, 1080 Finch Ave. E. Gently used clothing, household items, books, toys, electronics and more. Book sale: DVDs, CDs, VHS Tapes WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. WHERE: Cummer Lodge Long Term Care Home, 205 Cummer Ave. COST: Free Admission Shoppes On Steeles Community Fall Festival WHEN: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: 2900 Steeles Ave. E. COST: Free 50th Anniversary of St. Raphael Catholic School WHEN: 2 to 6 p.m. WHERE: St. Raphael Catholic School, 3 Gade Dr. CONTACT: Ana Carino, principal, 416-393-5285 COST: Free Families and staff at St. Raphael Catholic School welcome the community in a celebration of the school’s 50th anniversary. The day begins with a Mass at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church at 2 p.m., followed by an open house and reception at the school. OUA Women’s Soccer WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: York Stadium, 4700 Keele St. COST: Free The Windsor Lancers visit the York Lions. OCAA Women’s Soccer WHEN: 2 p.m. to WHERE: Seneca College’s Newnham Campus, 1750 Finch Ave. E. COST: Free St. Lawrence visits Seneca. OUA Men’s Soccer WHEN: 3:15 p.m. WHERE: York Stadium, 4700 Keele St. COST: Free

The Windsor Lancers visit the York Lions in OUA men’s soccer. OCAA Men’s Soccer WHEN: 4:15 p.m. WHERE: Seneca College’s Newnham Campus, 1750 Finch Ave. E. COST: Free St. Lawrence visits Seneca. Art Show and Sale WHEN: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; also on Sunday, Sept. 30 WHERE: Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. E. CONTACT: www.nyva.ca COST: Free Presented by the North York Visual Artists, featuring 32 artists.

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Sukkah Decorating with Crafts WHEN: 11 a.m. WHERE: Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto, 210 Wilson Ave. CONTACT: 416-487-3281, www. templesinai.net, education@templesinai.net COST: Vist online for details Register by Thursday, Sept. 27. Bimah Decorating WHEN: Noon WHERE: Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto, 210 Wilson Ave. CONTACT: 416-487-3281, www. templesinai.net, education@templesinai.net COST: Free Call, email or visit online to RSVP. African Violet Sale WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m. WHERE: Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. E. CONTACT: Sayeh Beheshti, www.tavs.ca, info@tavs.ca COST: Free

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Historic Black Creek beer conjures up mom’s pumpkin pie If you want to wet your whistle with a taste of the autumn season, the Black Creek Historic Brewery has the beer for you. The brewery this week announced the launch of a limited release of Black Creek Pumpkin Ale to be sold in LCBO stores this fall. Like all of the brewery’s beers, pumpkin ale is based on historic recipes and brewing techniques from the mid-1800s. “The new beer captures the essence of pumpkin pie that’s rich in aroma and spicy in flavour,” the brewery said in a statement. Pumpkin is infused with a blend of spices, including nutmeg, ginger and cinnamon, prior to fermentation, resulting in a golden ale. “We’re excited to bring pumpkin ale for the first time to LCBO

stores,” brewery senior manager Nick Foglia said. “We’ve brewed this beer on location at the historic brewery at Black Creek Pioneer Village in past years and it’s always been very popular with our visitors. Just one sip of this beer and all you’ll think about is mom’s pumpkin pie.” Selling for $3.95 for a 500-ml bottle, the ale goes well with holiday meals such as turkey and pork roast, Foglia said. Visit www.lcbo.com to find stores that are selling the beer. It will also be available at the village’s Howling Hootenanny event Oct. 27. A 64-ounce growler will sell for $16 including taxes and a refundable deposit. The brewery will also sell a sampler pack of three different kinds of beer for $4.50.

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Transit The scene on Eglinton Avenue near Black Creek Drive earlier this summer. The area is currently under construction for the Eglinton-Scarborough LRT line. Metrolinx has announced that the operation of the light rail line, which is scheduled to open in 2020, will be handled by the private sector. Staff file photo/Dan Pearce

Private sector operators to run LRT lines: Metrolinx TTC disappointed, concerned by decision RAHUL GUPTA rgupta@insidetoronto.com The CEO for the TTC says he’s dis-

appointed about a decision made by Metrolinx to restrict the operation of four planned light rail transit lines (LRT) to the private sector. Andy Byford said he was concerned by the choice of Metrolinx to overrule the TTC and turn over the running of the EglintonScarborough Crosstown, Finch, Sheppard and Scarborough LRT lines to a private sector operator when the first of the lines begins running in 2020. Having the TTC in charge of operating the LRT lines would have been much simpler from a maintenance and operating standpoint, said Byford yesterday. “Our preference was to lead operations on the lines because it would have been simpler to integrate the systems,” said Byford. He said the TTC continues to work with Metrolinx on co-ordination efforts, and that discussions between the two parties remained “professional, productive and amicable.” In a Sept. 19 letter, Me t r o l i n x i n f o r m e d the TTC it will work with Infrastructure Ontario to pursue an Alternative Financing and Procurement (AFP) process that will see private sector companies submit bids to operate and maintain the lines. It has used AFP on several projects including the planned air rail link to open in 2015. The decision to dismiss the TTC from the running of the LRT lines could set back transit service in Toronto over the long term, warns a city councillor. Joe Mihevc, former vice-chair of the TTC, said he is concerned Metrolinx’s decision will result in scheduling chaos for transit riders. “You’re creating multiple transit systems in this city and that’s not healthy,” said Mihevc, long-time councillor for St. Paul’s West on Thursday. “You could have a different set of operating guidelines, unnecessary

conflicts. Overall, this is bad for the city.” But his St. Paul’s counterpart Josh Matlow thinks the plan won’t make much of a difference to riders traveling between the LRT lines and the TTC who are more interested in being able to travel with ease. “People aren’t too concerned with the colour of paint on the trains,” said Matlow.

‘Our preference was to lead operations on the lines because it would have been simpler to integrate the systems.’ – TTC CEO Andy Byford He slammed the “parochial” attitudes of critics of private sector transit operators, saying the trend for transit planning is to create regional networks that integrate travel across multiple boundaries. Concerns about integrating the separate transit systems are unwarranted, said Metrolinx spokesperson Vanessa Thomas She said GO Transit, which is run by Metrolinx, frequently makes use of the “TTC protocol”, which allows GO riders the ability to travel for free on the TTC in the event of lengthy service disruptions. “The protocols are already in place,” said Thomas. She said riders will only have to pay one fare to use both transit systems, with the cost of the fare determined based on what the TTC charges at the time. Riders will also be able to transfer between the two systems at no additional cost. Thomas also said Metrolinx will host public meetings related to the Crosstown’s western alignment as well as further consultations. No dates for the meetings have been scheduled as of yet.

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