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INSIDE York artist and his inner Ninja Turtle / 3

Refocus Kodak on agenda at community meeting

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YOUNG PUBLISHERS: Ben Yanchyshyn, left, and his daughter Alice create a felt book during an art workshop held Saturday at the Oakwood Village Library.

Help out with Mount Dennis cleanups this month Now that it’s April, the Mount Dennis Community Association (MDCA) is organizing spring clean-ups throughout the month. Join community mem-

bers from 10 a.m. to noon to clean up various areas around Mount Dennis on the following dates: ◗ April 12: Jane Street eastward to Bartonville Avenue West

(meet at Jane and Bartonville) ◗ April 19: Sidney Belsey Crescent and Weston Road (meet at Weston and Dora Spencer Avenue) ◗ April 26: Glenvalley-

Somerville-Sunnybrae ravine edges (meet at west end of Glenvalley Drive) Gloves and equipment will be provided. Look for volunteers with white MDCA T-shirts.

The Mount Dennis Community Association (MDCA) will be hosting a Refocus Kodak general meeting next Wednesday to update the community on the local project. Refocus Kodak has received submissions from residents on what they’d like to see on the vacant 23-hectare site near Weston Road and Eglinton Avenue. The redevelopment of the former Kodak lands is now part of Metrolinx’s Eglinton Crosstown light rail transit project. Accomplishments and results of the Refocus Kodak project to date and a history of the lands will be shared at the meeting as well as details on how the next phase of the project will proceed. Local councillors have been invited to attend as guests. Residents are invited to come and provide input on how the former Kodak lands should be developed.

details WHAT: general meeting of the Mount Dennis Community Association, 7:30 to 9 p.m. WHEN: Wednesday, April 16, WHERE: Learning Enrichment Foundation, 1267 Weston Rd., from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

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Electrification EA work on UP Express completed Metrolinx has completed work on a provincial environmental assessment (EA) studying future electrification of the Union-Pearson (UP) Express air rail link. The report still has to be approved by the provincial environmental minister and funding has yet to be guaranteed for electrification, which would likely take three years to complete. UP Express is promising frequent rail service between Union Station and Pearson International Airport, but has been a source of controversy for residents living along the Georgetown South GO rail corridor. They are concerned about the anticipated rise in carcinogenic diesel fumes from trains when the service goes online just before the 2015 Pan American Games. – Rahul Gupta The full report is available for public feedback until the end of April at www.gotransit. com/electrification

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Graffiti artist Adrian Hayles participates in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Grafitti Challenge at Yonge-Dundas Square on Saturday.

York artist presents Ninja Turtle vision ALI RAZA araza@insidetoronto.com Artist Adrian Hayles has been busy exploring his inner Ninja Turtle. A York resident, Hayles was one of four artists chosen for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Street Art Challenge on Saturday at Yonge-Dundas Square. The challenge involved the artists spray-painting their vision of the turtles. Organized by Nickelodeon,

fans across the country have the opportunity to vote for their favourite design. The winning design will be printed on a T-shirt available for sale at Walmart this fall. Hayles, 37, is a well-known artist in Toronto with many years of experience. He is a member of an artists’ collective group and it wasn’t surprising when Nickelodeon reached out and chose him to participate. “I’ve been doing art since I was really young, around

10 or 11,” Hayles said. “I excelled well doing drawings and illustrations, then I studied graphic design to get more familiar with computers.” Du r i n g t h e s u m m e r, Hayles can be seen around Toronto demonstrating his creative skills with graffiti. Whether it’s digital or street, he has all the avenues covered. The fame of the Ninja Tur tles was enough to keep Hayles excited about

the event. Nickelodeon’s promotion is related to its Ninja Turtle TV show, which has been on air since 2012. There’s more turtle-mania in the air with a movie release planned for this summer. “Ninja Turtles are amazing, everybody remembers them,” Hayles said. “They’ve always been around, you can see them on TV now, it’s not something that’s disappeared.” His creative works include album art, graphic and

website design, video game design and animations. Hayles aspires to shift his focus to more communityoriented art. “That was kind of the transition for me lately,” he said. “I’ve been doing that for about three years now and I’ve been pretty successful, it’s been good.” You can vote for your favourite Ninja Turtle painting on the Nickelodeon contest website: www.innerninjaturtle. com

MP Sullivan hosts palliative care discussion York South-Weston MP Mike Sullivan will be hosting a discussion Wednesday, April 16 on how best to politically address end-of-life issues for patients and their families. Joining Sullivan for the Palliative Care: A Discussion on End-Of-Life Issues meeting will be NDP Timmins-James Bay MP Charlie Angus, who is the Official Opposition Critic for Ethics. The discussion runs from 1 to 3 p.m. at Silverthorn Place, 600 Rogers Rd. For more information, call 416-656-2526.

Harvest food bank appeals for donations to help young people North York Harvest Food Bank (NYHFB), which serves the former City of York, is looking to raise $60,000 and collect 60,000 pounds of food for its Spring Food Drive. The drive will run the entire month of April.

“The food needs of young people in our community often go unseen,” Anette Chawla, executive director of NYHFB, said in a release. “Digging a bit deeper, we hear the specific challenges youth face entering the job

market, or starting up their lives. Tight budgets can lead to skipped meals and poor diets.” Donated food will go to a network of neighbourhood food banks, community kitchens, pre-natal programs for

expecting mothers, shelters for women and youth, and drop-in meal programs. Monetary donations will allow for the pick up and delivery of food to more than 60 community programs across northern Toronto,

which includes youth homeless shelters, community art programs and campus food banks. Donated food suggestions include: • whole grains • high-fibre, low-sugar

foods • low sodium, canned or dried beans • olive/cooking oils • nourishing baby foods

For drop-off locations, visit http://northyorkharvest. com/drop-off-locations

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he door to a very unique opportunity opened this week for some 20,000 people across Ontario with the launch of the volunteer recruitment campaign for the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Games. It’s a great chance for residents young and old to build organizational and leadership skills that could lead to job opportunities. It’s also beneficial to the city, to be able to develop an engaged, experienced volunteer contingent that not only contributes to the strength of our community today, but one that develops a legacy of volunteerism that can be called upon for future events – at the local level or again on the world stage. For these Games, there will be volunteer positions across 16 municipalities in all our view aspects of the events, from antidoping and medical services, Residents can protocol and the Games-time service, to ticketing, venue contribute to news management and ushers at strength of city events. Positions start as early as this September. If you have the time, skills and passion to spare, it’s an opportunity seriously worth considering. It’s a chance to be a part of an exciting, world-class event, to meet new people and learn new skills. But more than that, it’s a chance to directly contribute to the strength of our city and the bonds between our communities. When athletes arrive from the Caribbean and Central, South and North America next year, all eyes will be on our city and the collective force of ambassadors that will be welcoming them. Our communities are already rich with selfless volunteers who work tirelessly at the grassroots level, but this is Toronto’s chance to display our pride for all the world to see. As well, the province will be granting each volunteer at the Games a volunteer certificate, and the Ontario Student Assistance Program is offering benefits to make it easier for college and university students to get involved. Those with additional language skills are especially encouraged to apply. Saäd Rafi, CEO of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/ Parapan Games, likens volunteers to the “backbone” of the event and said they will be behind every amazing moment we witness next year. The power of volunteerism cannot be understated, whether it’s on a small-scale locally or helping to host the largest sporting event Toronto’s ever seen. To apply, visit TORONTO2015.org/volunteer

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Trying to cheer up a Leaf fan With Toronto likely out of the NHL playoffs it’s not a fun time to be a Maple Leaf fan, needless to say. It’s no picnic trying to cheer one up, either, and that definitely needs to be said. This is what you’re up against. “So, you feel like taking in a Marlies game to get you out of the dumps?” “Nah.” “Come on. What better way to lift your spirits than watching the big club’s No. 1 farm club, the next generation of Maple Leafs?” “Nah.” “It’ll be on me.” “Nah. Thanks, but I don’t want to be around any kind of hockey for awhile.” “I hear ya. A change of pace is necessary. How does this sound? OK, OK. Blue Jays, Blue Jays. Let’s... play... ball! We can go catch a Jays game.” “Nah.” “We can sit in the 500 level. Your fave.” “Nah. I’m not up for any baseball, either.” “But it’s not just about

jamie wayne BUT SERIOUSLY baseball in that part of the building. The atmosphere in the nosebleed section is worth the price of admission. “Nah. A nosebleed won’t do it for me either. Sorry.” “It’ll be on me.” “Nah. “You fancy a TFC match?” “Nah.” “You sure now? They’re a bloody big deal.” “Nah. I’m not up for soccer.” “But they’re not playing soccer. With all the new additions they’re starting to play what they call football around the rest of the world.” “Nah. I don’t feel like football, either.” “It’ll be on me.” “Nah. “Wait a minute. I know: a Raptors’ game.” “Nah.” “But you get free pizza

if they win and score 100 points. You can’t beat that.” “Nah. Getting free stuff isn’t going to get me out my funk either, I’m afraid.” “So you can buy your own pizza, then. Maybe that’ll do it. And if that’s not enough, your ticket can be on you, not me. What’s more, to show you what a bighearted guy I am, you can pay for mine, too. Whatever it takes to snap you out of your current condition, I’m willing to sacrifice. ” “Very funny.” “Really?” “Nah. Nothing can put a smile on my face. Perhaps in a few weeks when I’m feeling better and I reflect back on the gag I’ll get a chuckle out of it, though.” “You mean it?” “Nah. The operative word was perhaps. I wouldn’t get my hopes up.” Jamie Wayne is a lifelong columnist, who takes writing very seriously. The topics? Not so much. His column appears every Thursday. Contact him at jamie.wayne@sympatico.ca

CNIB thanks its Toronto volunteers To the editor: In honour of National Volunteer Week (April 6 to 12), Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) would like to thank its incredible volunteers; we couldn’t do what we do without them. CNIB has always been an organization of people helping people, and nowhere is that more evident than in the dedicated work of our volunteers. Our volunteer team stretches from one end of the country to the other – and is made up of Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life. Please remember to take the time to acknowledge the volunteers in your community – especially during this week. A simple “thank you” reminds them that their work is appreciated. Leslie Deane, Randy Firth Coordinators, Volunteer Services, CNIB Toronto

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Pilates Class WHEN: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. WHERE: St. Clair West Services for Seniors, 2562 Eglinton Ave. W. CONTACT: Nico Cassidy, 416-787-2114, ext. 238, nicoc@servicesforseniors.ca, www.servicesforseniors.ca COST: Included in $35 yearly membership fee An exercise program involving stretching, strengthening and balance. This class takes place Fridays in April (but no class April 18). Photography Class WHEN: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. WHERE: St. Clair West Services for Seniors, 2562 Eglinton Ave. W. CONTACT: Nico Cassidy, 416-787-2114, ext. 238, www.servicesforseniors.ca, nicoc@servicesforseniors.ca COST: Included in $35 yearly membership fee Learn about lighting, framing, and taking photos of your family and friends. Join in the Community Clicks project and photograph local businesses and scenes in the neighbourhood. Karaoke WHEN: 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. WHERE: Mount Dennis Legion, 1050 Weston Rd. CONTACT: 416-767-0231,

◗ Saturday, April 12

Jane and Bartonville Cleanup WHEN: 10 a.m. to noon WHERE: Jane Street and Bartonville Avenue CONTACT: Mount Dennis Community Association, cleanups@mountdennis.ca COST: Free Mount Dennis Community Association Cleanup. Meet at the corner of Jane and Bartonville. Gloves and equipment provided. Look for the volunteers with the white MDCA T-shirts. Check out our complete online community calendar by visiting us at www. yorkguardian.com. Read weeks of listings from your York neighbourhoods as well as events from across Toronto. www.facebook.com/mountdennislegion, legionbr31@yahoo.com COST: food available at reasonable prices Weekly barbecue at 6; karaoke begins at 9 p.m. Cash bar. All 19 and older are welcome.

◗ Saturday, April 12

Cancer Dart Shoot WHEN: 10 a.m. WHERE: Mount Dennis Legion, 1050 Weston Rd. CONTACT: Claudia LaTouche, 416268-0409, www.facebook.com/ mountdennislegion, legionbr31@ yahoo.com COST: Free Entry Fee: $60 for four-person team; $30 for doubles. $20 from each team and $10 from each doubles will go to Ride for the Cure. Cash prizes. Cash bar. Food available.

◗ Monday, April 14

eBooks: What, Why and How? WHEN: 2 to 4 p.m. WHERE: Evelyn Gregory Library, 120 Trowell Ave. CONTACT: 416-394-1006, egstaff@ torontopubliclibrary.ca COST: Free Learn about downloading eBooks, eReaders, Overdrive Next Generation and much more. Registration is required.

◗ Tuesday, April 15

Computer Lessons at York West Active Living Centre WHEN: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. WHERE: York West Active Living Centre, 1901 Weston Rd. CONTACT: 416-2454395 COST: $33.50 for five weeks Computer 1: Learn how to use a computer, the keyboard and mouse

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War on Film WHEN: 1 to 4 p.m. WHERE: Maria A. Shchuka Library, 1745 Eglinton Ave. W. CONTACT: 416-394-1000 COST: Free Free film screenings that explore the impact of war to coincide with Toronto Public Library’s One Book, ‘The Cellist of Sarajevo.’ Today’s film is Hotel Rwanda’ (drama). Call to register Computer Lessons at York West Active Living Centre WHEN: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. WHERE: York West Active Living Centre, 1901 Weston Rd. CONTACT: 416245-4395 COST: $33.50 for five weeks Computer 2: Learn how to use email, send attachments and use Microsoft Word. Interview Skills WHEN: 6 to 7 p.m. WHERE: Maria A. Shchuka Library, 1745 Eglinton Ave. W. CONTACT: 416-394-1000 COST: Free Learn how to overcome nervousness through practice, preparation and strategy. Call to register. Mount Dennis Community Association Meeting

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Computer Lessons at York West Active Living Centre WHEN: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. WHERE: York West Active Living Centre, 1901 Weston Rd. CONTACT: 416245-4395 COST: $33.50 for five weeks Computer 3: Learn you how to upload photos from your digital camera to a computer, how to organize them and back them up for safety.

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WHEN: 7:30 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Learning Enrichment Foundation, 1267 Weston Rd. CONTACT: cleanups@mountdennis.ca COST: Free A public meeting to discuss RefocusKodak and other community concerns. Learn what friends and neighbors have suggested. Meet the members of MDCA.

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pate a relatively genteel run up to the Oct. 27 election, were it not for the fact that all this messy characterbased stuff keeps coming up. On the weekend, Ford took budget chief Frank Di Giorgio on a very bad boy’s night out at the Air Canada Centre. While there, the mayor threw a tantrum, fell into what sounds like a selfie-driven mosh pit of fans, and ditched poor Di Giorgio for a taxi full of revelers and a night on the town. Di Giorgio was left to mope off to his ward, where a small gathering of constituents were waiting for a visit from their mayor. At the end of it, even Di Giorgio – among the last of Ford’s supporters on council – admitted he had to rethink his loyalties. If the mayor keeps this kind of behaviour up, his prediction will come true, but not as he thinks. Whatever ‘blood bath’ comes of it, the wounds will be the mayor’s and they’ll be entirely self-inflicted.

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To r o n t o C o u n c i l h a s approved a plan to loan Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment $10 million to refurbish the BMO Field at Exhibition Place. The city-owned field is currently leased to MLSE, and used for Toronto FC, Toronto’s professional soccer team. It is expected to one day be home to the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and will be used for Pan Am Games events in 2015. The deal will see MLSE’s lease extended for a decade, and will finance improvements to the stadium – adding a partial roof to cover spectator seats and increas-

ing the seating from 21,566 to 30,000. In the end, MLSE will repay the loan with interest, returning $14 million to the city. Only three members of council voted against the plan – Mayor Rob Ford and his brother city councillor Doug Ford, and ScarboroughAgincourt Councillor Mike Del Grande. Del Grande was the only of the three able to speak before council decided to simply call the question. “I guess the average person who is faced with eight per cent water increase, 30 per cent hydro increase, 40 per cent stamp increase...and on and on and on...we turn around here, we say we don’t have any money to do all kinds of things but we’re

going to invest this in our own facility, it’s difficult for the average person to understand that,” said Del Grande. On Wednesday, Mayor Ford told repor ters he regarded the deal as “corporate welfare.” City manager Joe Pennachetti, however, said the deal was a good one for the city. “They’re coming in with an offer to enhance our asset. So I believe that while there may be a lucrative business that they’re in, the city is garnering the same benefits if not more in terms of a return to the taxpayers of Toronto,” said Pennachetti. For more news from Toronto City Hall, visit yorkguardian.com and view ‘City Hall’ under the news tab.

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out anywhere in the city – hospitals, police stations, people’s homes, or wherever else people are needing With National Victims of Crime our assistance,” said VST executive Awareness Week being this week, director Bonnie Levine, noting that The Guardian recently spoke with all 17 police divisions, as well as Victim Services Toronto (VST), the the Toronto Police Homicide and organization Toronto police most Sex Assault squads, refer her staff often turn to when dealing with to such situations. traumatized victims V S T ’s V i c t i m in the immediate Crisis Response aftermath of crisis It’s a mobile service. Program – which situations. can be accessed We’ll go out anywhere 24/7 by calling the Every year, the community-based in the city – hospitals, Victim Support Line charity sends its 416-808-7066 – police stations, people’s at highly trained crisis provides short-term homes, or wherever crisis intervention counsellors to help close to 20,000 vicelse people are needing to ensure the victim tims of crime and is safe, emotionour assistance. ally stabilized and their families cope – Bonnie Levine in the wake of tragconnected to the edy – be it shootings, appropriate supstabbings, sexual port services. “We’re there to provide some assaults, incidents of domestic abuse or other traumatic situaemotional grounding, but also tions. to address a lot of the practical “It’s a mobile service. We’ll go needs, from retrieving a trauma-

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“We know these projects will require lanes taken out for weeks on end, so we’re looking for innovative ways to accelerate the work,” said Buckley.

City of Toronto public works and infrastructure chair Denzil Minnan-Wong makes an announcement Monday of $215 million worth of major road repairs to take place this year. Also planned are continuing repairs for the Gardiner Expressway beginning later this month.

Also planned is rehabilitation work from York Street to Jarvis Street to last until May, as well as temporary repairs between York and Dan Leckie Way, which should be completed by the end of the month. Additional work from Jarvis to the Don Roadway is planned for completion by

the end of the year. Because the Gardiner work will be disruptive, the city’s head of transportation services Stephen Buckley said efforts would be made to accelerate the pace of the repairs, by asking construction crews to work for 12 hours a day for six days a week.

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The Gardiner work is in addition to $215 million in road improvements taking place at 14 locations, many of which are major routes. But even with the money allocated for repairs the city is still facing a backlog in work, which Minnan-Wong attributed to a lack of funding. He said he was planning to introduce a motion at the public works and infrastructure committee meeting yesterday to review road work performance and see how to speed up the work to save construction costs and minimize impacts on road users. “We need to take a proactive approach to road repair by looking at modern technologies, remedies and

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M i n n a n - Wo n g a l s o announced $4 million approved at last week’s city council meeting would be used to pay for pothole repairs, which increased in number this year due to the harsh winter. On average the city fills 200,000 potholes per year. This year, 125,000 potholes have been repaired already, and Minnan-Wong said the city is estimating there are double the amount of repairs required compared to 2013. “We’ve got 35 to 40 work crews working extra hours to respond to the difficult year we’ve had,” he said.

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Union Pearson Express Electrification Environmental Assessment NOTICE OF COMPLETION Environmental Project Report THE PROJECT Metrolinx has completed an Environmental Project Report (EPR) in accordance with Ontario Regulation 231/08 for the Union Pearson (UP) Express Electrification project. Metrolinx is proposing to electrify the UP Express service beginning at the future UP Express Union Station in the City of Toronto and terminating at the future UP Express Pearson Station (at Terminal 1, Toronto Pearson International Airport) in the City of Mississauga. The project involves the electrification of approximately 25 kilometres of track along the Union Station GO Rail Corridor and Kitchener GO Rail Corridor to Highway 427, where the route then follows the new UP Express spur line (under construction) into Pearson Airport (see key map below). The purpose of the project is to convert the UP Express service from diesel to electric power, which will be achieved through a Traction Electrification System that will provide electrical power to the trains by means of a power distribution system. An Overhead Contact System (wiring system) will be suspended from a number of support structures (i.e. portals, cantilevers) placed along and over the track. Two paralleling stations and a new maintenance facility are also required. In addition, a separate Environmental Assessment study is being carried out by Hydro One for the proposed Traction Power Substation, in accordance with the Class EA for Minor Transmission Facilities. Electrification of the UP Express is part of The Big Move, Metrolinx’s regional transportation plan, which will dramatically improve how people move in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. Funding for electrification is dependent on the Metrolinx Investment Strategy. THE PROCESS The environmental impact of this transit project was assessed and an Environmental Project Report prepared in accordance with the Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP) as prescribed in Ontario Regulation 231/08, Transit Projects and Metrolinx Undertakings. The EPR for the UP Express Electrification project is now available for a 30-day review period starting April 1, 2014 on the project website (http://www.gotransit.com/electrification/en/default.aspx) and at the following locations: Ministry of the Environment Environmental Approvals Branch 2 St. Clair Avenue West Floor 12A Toronto, ON M4V 1L5 tel: 416-314-8001 or 1-800-461-6290 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. City of Toronto City Clerk’s Office Toronto City Hall 100 Queen Street West 13th Floor, West Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 tel: 416-392-8016 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Ministry of the Environment Central Region Office 5775 Yonge Street Place Nouveau, 8th Floor Toronto, ON M2M 4J1 tel: 416-326-1825 Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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Interested persons are encouraged to review this document and provide comments by April 30, 2014 to: Karen Pitre Executive Director, Electrification Metrolinx-GO Transit 20 Bay Street, Suite 600 Toronto, ON M5J 2W3 tel: 416-874-5910 e-mail: Karen.Pitre@metrolinx.com There are circumstances where the Minister of the Environment has the authority to require further consideration of the transit project or impose conditions on it. These include if the Minister is of the opinion that: • The transit project may have a negative impact on a matter of provincial importance that relates to the natural environment or has cultural heritage value or interest; or • The transit project may have a negative impact on a constitutionally protected Aboriginal or treaty right. Before exercising the authority referred to above, the Minister is required to consider any written objections to the transit project that he or she may receive within 30 days after the Notice of Completion of the Environmental Project Report is first published. If you have discussed your issues with the proponent and you object to the project, you can provide a written submission to the Minister of the Environment by no later than April 30, 2014 to the address provided below. All submissions must clearly indicate that an objection is being submitted and describe any negative impacts to matters of provincial importance (natural/cultural environment) or Aboriginal rights. Environmental Approvals Access and Service Integration Branch Ministry the Environment Attention: Adam Sanzo, Project Officer 2 St. Clair Avenue West, Floor 12A Toronto, ON M4V 1L5 tel: 416-314-8001 or 1-800-461-6290 fax: 416-314-8452 e-mail: EAASIBGen@ontario.ca If not already provided, a copy of the objection will be forwarded to the proponent by the ministry. All personal information included in a submission such as name, address, telephone number and property location is collected, maintained and disclosed by the Ministry of the Environment for the purpose of transparency and consultation. The information is collected under the authority of the Environmental Assessment Act or is collected and maintained for the purpose of creating a record that is available to the general public as described in s. 37 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Personal information you submit will become part of a public record that is available to the general public unless you request that your personal information remain confidential. For more information, please contact the Project Officer or the Ministry of the Environment’s Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator at 416-327-1434. This notice was first published on April 1, 2014. Pour plus de renseignements, veuillez composer le 416 869-3200 ou le 1 888 GET-ON-GO (438-6646).

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Offers in effect Thursday, April 10th to Wednesday, April 16th, 2014

SENIORS’ DISCOUNT DAY EVERY TUESDAY CUSTOMERS 55 AND OLDER

SAVE 15%

ON ALMOST ALL BED & BATH ITEMS AND FASHIONS & FOOTWEAR FOR THE FAMILY OFFER EXCLUDES #195XXX ITEMS. ID MAY BE REQUIRED

ALL MAJOR APPLIANCES

SAVE AN ADDITIONAL

10 20

Unless otherwise stated, while quantities last. Sale priced merchandise may not be exactly as illustrated. Offers exclude all 195XXX items. Some items may be reconditioned or refurbished.

ALL WOODEN, LEATHER AND UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE

SAVE A MINIMUM

%- %

OFF

Already Reduced Outlet Prices

ALMOST ALL WOMEN’S AND KID’S FOOTWEAR INCLUDING BOOTS! SAVE AN ADDITIONAL

SAVE UP TO

OFF

Sears Original Prices

OFF

Already Reduced Prices

Prices as marked.

ALMOST ALL MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SWEATERS, LONG-SLEEVE TOPS AND PANTS

SATURDAY, APRIL 12TH AND SUNDAY, APRIL 13TH SAVE

50-80

OFF

Already Reduced Prices

PLUS Save a further 10% when you use your Sears Financial™ Credit Card†

Offer excludes #195XXX items

2 DAYS ONLY!!

ALL TV’S

SAVE AN ADDITIONAL

Sears Original Prices

Some items may be reconditioned or refurbished.

GREAT SELECTION OF MATTRESSES

OFF

ALL REFRIGERATORS SAVE AN ADDITIONAL

% OFF

Sears Original Price Minimum 30 at each location

OFF

Already Reduced Prices

PLUS Save a further 5% when you use your Sears Financial™ Credit Card † Cannot be combined with any other current sale offer

Sale prices in effect Thursday, April 10 to Wednesday, April 16 , 2014 unless otherwise stated, while quantities last. Offers do not apply to purchases made prior to April 10th, 2014. All items have been priced for final sale. Sale priced merchandise may not be exactly as illustrated Ask for details.

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DIXIE OUTLET

Cawthra Road

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Lake Shore Blvd.

STORE HOURS: MON.-FRI. 10AM-9PM SAT. APRIL 12TH 9:30AM-6PM SUN. APRIL 13TH 11AM-6PM

REXDALE OUTLET 2200 Islington Ave. N.

STORE HOURS:

MON.-FRI. 10AM-9PM SAT. APRIL 12TH 9:00AM-6PM SUN. APRIL 13TH 11AM-6PM

Sears Catalogue shopping

Personal shopping only. Savings offers do not include Parts & Service or Sundry Merchandise, Items with #195XXX & Sears ‘Value’ Programs with prices ending in .97. All merchandise sold “as is” and all sales final. No exchanges, returns or adjustments on previously purchased merchandise; savings offers cannot be combined. No dealers; we reserve the right to limit quantities. Prices do not include home delivery. Although we strive for accuracy, unintentional errors may occur. We reserve the right to correct any error. ‘Reg.’, ‘Was’ and ‘Sears selling price’ refer to the Sears Catalogue or Retail store price current at time of merchandise receipt. Offers valid at Sears Rexdale and Dixie Outlet Stores. ©2014 Sears Canada Inc. †Sears Financial™ MasterCard®, Sears Financial™ Voyage™ MasterCard® or Sears Card offers are on approved credit. Sears® and VoyageTM are a registered Trademarks of Sears, licensed for use in Canada. ®/ TM - MasterCard and the MasterCard Brand Mark are registered trademarks of MasterCard International Incorporated Sale priced merchandise may not be exactly as illustrated.

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