January 8 by The York Guardian

nce to W

our cha Enter for y

gency an emerand a car kit 0

Serving WESTON, MOUNT DENNIS, OAKWOOD VILLAGE, EGLINTON WEST and CALEDONIA-FAIRBANK

$10 ® ESSO T F GAS GI ! D R CA

/contests

nto.com

idetoro www.ins

INSIDE Next Stage Theatre Festival has work from York playwright /3

Money management in our events calendar / 6

bit.ly/york_galleries

SHOPPING wagjag.com AMAZING DEALS ON GROUP DISCOUNTS

shop.ca

SHOP AND EARN, EVERY TIME!

save.ca

COUPONS-FLYERS-DEALS-TIPS

KEEP IN TOUCH @YorkGuardian www.facebook.com/ YorkGuardian

MORE ONLINE

www.yorkguardian.com ®

Singing the praises of young carollers with holiday spirit CLARK KIM ckim@insidetoronto.com

PHOTOS Exhibit at Articsók open until Jan. 31 / 10

thurs jan 8, 2015

While many kids waited in anticipation for gifts leading up to Christmas, three local youth decided to give back to a neighbour during the holiday season. Eliana St. Germaine, Leif Evenson and Valentina Dodaro braved the cold weather one winter night and went carolling door to door to raise funds for Ombretta Carfagnini’s cat rescue efforts. “We went all the way up and

CRIBBAGE TOURNEY

down Queens Drive,” said Eliana, 9, who recalled talking to her dad in November about wanting to help Carfagnini in some way. Her father suggested going carolling in their neighbourhood, which she thought was a great idea. So did Leif, 10, and Valentina, 9, who joined Eliana to sing Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Santa Claus is Coming to Town and Feliz Navidad. “We knew it would be fun and it was for a good cause,” Valentino said. >>>WESTON, page 12

Catholic school board hosts French immersion meeting Parents interested in learning about French immersion in Toronto’s Catholic schools can attend a local information meeting scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. The meeting will take place at

James Culnan Catholic School, 605 Willard Ave. Children who are five years old by Dec. 31, 2015 are eligible to attend the French immersion program. For more about the meeting, call 416-393-5325.

Cycle Toronto Ward 21 meets Jan. 19 insidetoronto.com

Cycle Toronto Ward 21 will be holding its first group meeting of the year on Monday, Jan. 19. The meeting is set to take place

from 7 to 9 p.m. on the second floor of the Forest Hill Loblaws, 396 St. Clair Ave. W. Visit https:// cycleto.ca/ward/21

Photo/PETER C. MCCUSKER

Karen Miller counts up her points during the Giant Open Cribbage Tournament held Sunday at the Mount Dennis Legion. See more photos from this event on page 12.

community

Two bank robberies; man charged

Fairbank Motors 1955: Every Thursday, yorkguardian. com introduces an image or group of images of historical significance to the York community. In this 1955 shot we see Fairbank Motors on Dufferin Street near Schell Avenue (southwest corner). Check out this and other images we’ve compiled from that area of the community online at yorkguardian.com Photo/CITY OF TORONTO ARCHIVES, FONDS 220, SERIES 65, File 148, ITEM 94

For more photos from the York community, visit us at bit.ly/york_galleries

A man has been arrested and charged after two bank robberies occurred the same day in December in Etobicoke and York. A man walked into a bank in the Bloor Street West and Islington Avenue area on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 11 a.m. He approached the teller, handed her a note, and demanded money. The teller opened the cash drawer. The man fled without any money, police said. He was last seen walking toward the Islington subway station.

SENIORS’ DISCOUNT DAY TUESDAY, JANUARY 13TH CUSTOMERS 55 AND OVER

SAVE AN EXTRA 10% ON

ALMOST ALL FASHIONS & FOOTWEAR FOR THE FAMILY AND BED & BATH FASHIONS EVEN IF IT’S ALREADY ON SALE! OFFER EXCLUDES ALL #195XXX ITEMS & D27 ITEMS. ID MAY BE REQUIRED

3 DAYS ONLY!!

ALL WOODEN, LEATHER AND UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE

FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 TO SUNDAY, JANUARY 11, 2015

SAVE UP TO

% OFF

ALL FRIDGES, RANGES & MICROWAVE OVENS

Sears Original Prices

PLUS SAVE AN EXTRA 5% WHEN YOU USE YOUR SEARS FINANCIAL™ CREDIT CARD†

SOME ITEMS MAY BE RECONDITIONED OR REFURBISHED PRICES AS MARKED

DIRECT FROM THE MANUFACTURER AT EVERYDAY LOW PRICES

SAVE

OFF

Our Outlet Prices

319.98

Offers in Effect Thursday, January 8th, to Wednesday January 14th, 2015

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

ALL DRYERS & DISHWASHERS SAVE

% OFF

Our Already Reduced Outlet Prices

PLUS SAVE AN EXTRA 5% WHEN YOU USE YOUR SEARS FINANCIAL™ CREDIT CARD† OFFER EXCLUDES BOXED APPLIANCES

HUGE SELECTION OF FALL & WINTER FASHIONS FOR THE FAMILY $ Ea.

TWIN SIZES STARTING AT

About an hour later, a man walked into a bank in the Weston Road and Eglinton Avenue West area. He approached a teller, handed her a note demanding money and was given a quantity of cash. He demanded more, but was refused, police said. He then fled. Noor Osman-Noor, 33, of Toronto, was arrested on Friday. He was charged with two counts of robbery and two counts fail to comply with probation. He appeared in court on Saturday.

9.99 & $ 14.99

EXCLUSIVE TO SEARS OUTLET SERTA® SLEEP SETS

Ea.

SET

PLUS SAVE AN EXTRA 5% WHEN YOU USE YOUR

SELECTION AVAILABLE PLUSH & FIRM, DOUBLE, QUEEN & KING SIZES

SEARS FINANCIAL™ CREDIT CARD†

INCLUDES MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY - SEE IN STORE FOR DETAILS

SAVINGS CAN NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER SALES OFFER

CHOOSE FROM A GREAT SELECTION OF SEARS PRIVATE LABEL AND NATIONAL BRANDS

PRICES AS MARKED. SELECTION VARIES BY STORE

Dixie Outlet Mall

Lake Shore Blvd.

Hwy. 427

QEW

Dixie Road

DIXIE OUTLET

Cawthra Road

Sale prices in effect Thursday, January 8 th to Wednesday, January 14th, 2015 unless otherwise stated, while quantities last. Offers do not apply to purchases made prior to Januray 8th, 2015. All items have been priced for final sale. Sale priced merchandise may not be exactly as illustrated. Ask for details. Hurontario st.

YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015 |

STORE HOURS:

MON.-FRI. 10 AM-9 PM SATURDAY 9:30 AM-6 PM SUNDAY 11 AM-6 PM

REXDALE OUTLET

2200 Islington Ave. N.

STORE HOURS:

MON.-FRI. 10 AM-9 PM SATURDAY 9:00 AM-6 PM SUNDAY 11 AM-6 PM

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. ©2015 Sears Canada Inc. †Sears Financial™ MasterCard®, Sears Financial™ Voyage™ MasterCard® or Sears Card offers are on approved credit. Sears® and VoyageTM are a registered Trtademarks 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

Call in to hear our Specials on our ad line at 416-401-4545 or 1-866-516-4500 press “1”

York playwright stages crime tale infused with music ‘DINK’ the latest from Caroline Azar to appear at Next Stage Theatre Festival CLARK KIM ckim@insidetoronto.com

skating weather Top, Zain Jafery, right, Austin Fisher and Paul Bourgeois play some shinny at Paul White Arena recently. At left, Ivan Motorima, left, and his mother Natalia lace up their skates. Below, Nancy Teodoro leads a family skate at the outdoor rink. Photos/Peter C. McCusker

For more community photos from York, visit http://bit.ly/ york_galleries

Caroline Azar’s new play DINK will be hitting the stage at the Next Stage Theatre Festival (NSTF), which runs until Jan. 18. The Cedarvale neighbourhood resident and local playwright wrote her fifth play, which is described as a crime tale that also includes musical interludes. “It’s a heavy play. It’s an intense play,” Azar admitted. “You’ll have to do a lot of listening.” But she hopes the play will bring more attention to the victims of crimes and focus on who they are and what they’ve become. It’s a story “where the victims become the victors.” In writing the play, she perceived a lack of balance with the media often paying more attention to the criminal. Azar, who is also a founding member of the all-women punk bank Fifth Column, incorporated musical interludes into her play creating a unique experience for the audience. “It is creating a very new style,” she said. “It is creating a raw style of theatre and performance.” Azar credited her strong ensemble cast – featuring actors from Broadway, Stratford, Shaw and Second City Mainstage – in bringing the play to life. “I’m very lucky to have the most incredible cast,” she said. DINK will be her first play featured at NSTF, which features contemporary dance, sketch comedy, premieres of new Canadian plays and remounts of past Fringe Festival favourites from across the country.

Photo/Jaqueline Zena Benyes

Photo/Tanja Tiziana

Caroline Azar (top) is the writer and director of DINK, appearing at the Next Stage Theatre Festival that runs until Jan. 18. Above is a promotional photo for the play, which debuts this evening. For more about DINK and to purchase tickets, visit http:// fringetoronto.com/next-stagefestival/listings/dink

Man shot in face and abdomen A male has suffered life-threatening injuries after a shooting near Humber Boulevard and Avon Avenue Monday. Police said the victim, described as a man in his 20s, suffered gunshot wounds to the face and abdomen just

after 12:30 p.m. near Weston Road and Black Creek Drive. Nearby Rockcliffe Middle School had been placed on a hold and secure, while Archbishop Romero Catholic Secondary School had been placed on lock down.

| YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015

community

YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015 |

opinion Ian Proudfoot John Willems Peter Haggert Paul Futhey Warren Elder

The York Guardian is published every Thursday at 175 Gordon Baker Rd., Toronto, ON, M2H 0A2, by Metroland Media Toronto, a Division of Metroland Media Group Ltd.

Cheryl Phillips Alison Fauquier Gord Paolucci Mike Banville

WHO WE S

Publisher General Manager Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor Regional Dir. of Distribution Sales Regional Dir. of Advertising Retail Sales Manager Regional Dir. of Classified, Real Estate Director of Circulation

York Guardian City of Toronto

The Guardian is a member of the Ontario Press Council. Visit ontpress.com

Proudly serving the communities of Briar Hill-Belgravia • BeechboroughGreenbrook • Caledonia-Fairbank Forest Hill North • Humewood-Cedarvale Keelesdale-Eglinton West Mount Dennis • Oakwood Village Rockcliffe-Smythe • Weston Weston-Pellam Park

Can you help relieve gridlock?

Write us

hings are beginning to happen in this city to relieve traffic congestion. Short-term, the TTC has a host of projects on the way to assist in that (see our list online at bit.ly/1vZ2zyN). A longterm strategy is just as critical, but also important is getting everyone in this city to do their own part. Businesses in this city fuel the very need for commuting. Deliveries need to be made. People run errands, grab coffees and many use their cars to do so. But where these efforts plug up our roadways, people need to think differently about how they or their business impacts traffic. How can they change what they’re doing and be a part of the solution, rather than the problem? On Monday, Toronto police and the city’s parking enforcement began their blitz on illegally parked cars in the city’s core. Any vehicle caught causing our view congestion because they were in a live lane was tickWe all need to stopped eted or towed. Though the law isn’t new, be part of the Mayor John Tory made the rigtraffic solution orous enforcement part of his six-point plan to reduce traffic congestion in early 2015. Commercial delivery and courier companies are a necessity for businesses downtown. But unless they want to foot expensive towing bills, they’re going to have to find new ways to operate to avoid jamming up the streets during rush hour. The strength of our economy is directly impacted by traffic in the city, so business leaders have a vested interest in getting people and goods moving. The loss of $6 billion in productivity each year is projected to grow to $15 billion by 2031. Businesses need to think outside the box to change their impact: perhaps consider flex time, satellite offices or allow staff to work from home. Tory’s suggested fewer events be hosted downtown and making sure marathons and charity walks aren’t monopolizing major roadways. Residents should ask how they can change their own commuter routines so they are more considerate of other drivers. And the city should measure the outcome of this enforcement campaign and apply that success to other commercial neighbourhoods in need of relief. A sustainable, long-term transit strategy may be driven by the city but cannot happen without everyone making their own contributions to the cause.

The York Guardian welcomes letters of 400 words or less. All submissions must include name, address and a daytime telephone number for verification purposes. We reserve the right to edit, condense or reject letters. Copyright in letters remains with the author but the publisher and affiliates may freely reproduce them in print, electronic or other forms. Letters can be sent to letters@insidetoronto.com, or mailed to The York Guardian, 175 Gordon Baker Rd., Toronto, ON, M2H 0A2.

column

Catching up with emails from readers I thought I’d kick off the new year with some emails from readers. Q. Hey Jamie, I have just one question. When do you think Toronto will get an NFL franchise? Anxious in the Annex A. Hey Anx, the way it’s looking now, I’d say it’ll happen the same day Hamilton gets an NHL team. Q. A package deal. Very interesting. Or was that just a sarcastic remark meaning the chance of it happening is the same as Hamilton’s chance of getting an NHL team, as in, zero? A. Uh, uh, uh. Nice try, Anx. But in your message you clearly stated you had just one question for me. Now I’m no mathematician, nor do I play one in a community newspaper, but by my calculation you are, in fact, up to two queries now. So, my suggestion is you try back just before 2016. The just-one-

jamie wayne BUT SERIOUSLY question statute of limitations will have expired by then. Q. Hey Jamie, the last time the Leafs won the Stanley Cup was 48 years ago. I remember it vividly because the night before I went to a Rolling Stones concert. Any ideas what I’ll be doing the night before when they win it again? Ever Yearning in East York A. Hey Ev, I wouldn’t count out finding yourself at yet another Stones concert. Even if it takes another 48 years. Q. Hey Jamie, I’ve been a figure skating fan for ages, but the truth is, I have no idea how to describe any of the moves. I don’t know the difference between a triple salchow and a double lutz, for example, which I tell everybody are

my favourites, incidentally. It embarrasses me to say, I can’t even explain what’s involved in a single salchow and single lutz for that matter. Can you help me? Befuddled in the Beaches A. Hey Be, sorry, but I also don’t have the foggiest notion how to do discern one move from another. Heck, I have two friends named Sheldon Salchow and Leon Lutz who don’t look anything alike and I can’t tell them apart either. Q. Hey Jamie, do you think Major League Baseball should get rid of the DH? Speculating in Scarborough A. Hey Spec, absolutely not. They should leave the alphabet alone. It’s small enough as it is without them meddling with it. Q. Hey Jamie, what’s your guess on whether a Canadian team will be in the Stanley Cup final this

year? Wondering in Weston A. Hey Won, it’s not a guess. I guarantee it. You can’t have a final without Don Cherry and Ron MacLean. It’s just not possible. Q. Hey Jamie, My favourite pro wrestler of all time is Brutus “The Barber” Beefcake. I know that’s just his sports stage name, but do you know what his real name is? Reminiscing in Rosedale A. Hey Remi, you’re right about that just being his wrestling handle. I’m not 100 per cent sure of the original, so don’t quote me on this, but I seem to recall reading once upon a time that his actual name is Barry “The Barber” Beefcake. 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

newsroom ph: 416-493-4400 fax: 416-774-2070 | circulation ph: 416-493-4400 fax: 416-675-3470 | distribution ph: 416-493-4400 fax: 416-675-3066 | display advertising ph: 416-493-4400 fax: 416-774-2067 | classifieds ph: 416-798-7284 | administration ph: 416-493-4400

Our ‘hurry up and wait’ culture david nickle the city hearing from the team that’s managing the nine-year, $60 million project to spruce up the square outside Toronto City Hall. The project got its start under the David Miller administration in 2007, with a design by PLANT Architect and a budget of $40 million. The cost of that project has ballooned to about $60 million, with elements added and removed through the years as political whims shifted. This week staff recommended adding back many of the elements of that revitalization that had been removed – which would add $11 million to the project. If everything is added back – which is up to council – the $70 million project to improve Toronto’s civic square will be finished in 2016. If a repair of the ceremonial ramp going to the roof of city hall is included, that will be 2019. If the city can find a res-

taurateur with $4 million to spend on building a restaurant there, we’ll have one of those too. Although after the failure of city hall’s own Café on the Square restaurant, it’s unlikely they’ll find anyone. Until then, Nathan Phillips Square will be some flavour of the way it is now: partially open, dotted with hoardings, kind of arid: all for a project that in the end was intended to – let’s be honest – marginally improve the political and cultural centre of our city. It’s this example — along with the decades-long rehabilitation of the Gardiner Expressway and the continuing mirage of subways in Scarborough – that reveals Toronto’s true political cult heritage, and against which the hurry-up culture of the Tory administration finds itself. Council can hurry up as much as it wants now. Before too long, we all get down to the regular business, of waiting.

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

NAV BHATIA’S HYUNDAI

CANADA’S Year End

EXTENDED UNTIL JANUARY 12TH 2015

CLEARANCE EVENT

ELANTRA TRA AL

NOW

‡ $

UP TO

INCLUDES

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS®

MORE ILLEGAL PARKING at RUSH HOUR wNO As promised, the city has begun towing illegally parked vehicles that block lanes during rush hour. The measure was one of

several announced in late 2014 by Mayor John Tory, who has vowed to drastically improve gridlock, particularly in downtown core. On Monday, police and parking officials were out en masse to see to the quick removal of cars, delivery trucks and other vehicles impeding rush-hour traffic flow. Police report that 592 parking tickets were issued and 76 vehicles towed during the morning and evening rush hours; 37 traffic tickets were handed out.

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS® AWARD WINNING ALL-NEW

SONATA GL

OWN IT FOR ONLY

59 0%

WEEKLY

SEE LACROSSE GAME RIDE GO FOR FREE wAND

If you’re planning to attend the Toronto Rock home opener at the Air Canada Centre, GO Transit wants to offer you a free ride home. Anyone with a ticket for the Rock’s tilt against National Lacrosse League rivals the Buffalo Bandits Friday, Jan. 23 will be able to ride on GO all night. The promotion is part of the Rock’s pledge to win against Buffalo – or provide fans with a free ticket to another home game if the team loses. The free ride period begins at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.torontorock.com

LINE SIX RETURNS WITH TRIPS wCHARTERED

Fans of Line Six will be chuffed to hear the crowdfunding transit venture is returning to Liberty Village this month. What’s more, it will run regular chartered bus trips. After a trial period received great fanfare last fall, Line Six is expanding its version of the Liberty Village Express service, starting

Rahul Gupta is The Guardian’s transit reporter. His column runs every Thursday. Reach him on Twitter: @TOinTRANSIT

VOLUME DEALER

FINANCING FOR 96 MONTHS†

ZERO DOWN

SERVICE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

905-607-4000

TO in TRAN

7,000 0%

$ 2015

12,995 4,635

GET

Graffiti was spotted recently along a new stretch of noise wall along the Georgetown South rail corridor. Several “tags” were spotted on the five-metre-high wall located north of Ruskin Avenue by residents last weekend, including activist Kevin Putnam. Since November, Metrolinx has been leading construction of approximately 20 kilometres of noise walls along the Georgetown corridor, whose material includes transparent acyclic and pre-concrete segments. In 2013, Putnam was part of a group proposing an alternative “green” design for the walls made of natural vegetation whose benefits included reducing the likelihood of graffiti. Metrolinx rejected the proposal primarily due to cost concerns.

Monday, Jan. 19, and will include evening trips and an extra stop for commuters seeking an alternative to the King streetcar for travel to and from Union Station. Single trips will cost $4.15 and you can purchase a monthly pass. Visit www. ridelinesix.com

rahul gupta SIT

My, did Toronto councillors and the mayor get off to a running start this week. Mayor John Tory and councillors looked at all sorts of ways to speed cars and trucks on their way with traffic management as police got busy towing illegally stopped vehicles during rush hour. The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee wasted no time putting staff to work studying whether or not to contract out garbage collection. Tory was so excited to get going that he nearly fell over on an icy Toronto sidewalk. And that was just by Tuesday. In all this hustle-and-bustle, it was good to be reminded that not everything in Toronto is an around-the-clock project, and there are still some parts of the city where people know how to slow down and smell the roses. And where better to do that than in Nathan Phillips Square. On Monday, the city’s Government Management Committee kicked off the term

noise wall gets tagged with graffiti wNew

2015

PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UPTO 96 MONTHS† ON SELECT MODELS

SANTA FE SPORT 2.4L FWD

NOW

INCLUDES

24,995 3,835

‡ $

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS®

| YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015

opinion

community calendar

happening in

YORK

it’s happening w Friday, Jan. 9

Karaoke WHEN: 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. WHERE: Mount Dennis Legion, 1050 Weston Rd. CONTACT: 416-767-0231, www. facebook.com/mountdennislegion, legionbr31@yahoo.com COST: Food available at reasonable prices Weekly Friday barbecue from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Karaoke begins at 8:30 p.m. All 19 and older are welcome.

w Monday, Jan. 12

Play & Learn WHEN: 2 to 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Evelyn Gregory Library, 120 Trowell Ave. CONTACT: Richard, 416-3941006, egstaff@torontopubliclibrary. ca COST: Free In this interactive 8-week program, children aged 6 and under and their caregivers can play and learn with toys, games, puzzles, art, songs and stories. Get info on how playing helps develop early learning skills.

w Tuesday, Jan. 13

LEGO Club WHEN: 4 to 5 p.m. WHERE: Evelyn Gregory Library, 120 Trowell Ave. CONTACT: Richard, 416-394-1006 COST: Free Join us for LEGO building challenges and use your imagination to create your own masterpieces.

looking ahead

specific areas of immigration law available. Appointment necessary.

Manage Your Money, Manage Your Life WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WHERE: North York Women’s Centre, 2446 Dufferin St. CONTACT: 416-781-0479, www.nywc.org, info@nywc.org COST: Free This eight-week program provides information and tools that will help you take better control of your money and plan for your financial future.

w Thursday, Jan. 22

w Thursday, Jan. 29

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.

w Wednesday, Jan. 14

Casino Rama Day Trip WHEN: 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. WHERE: Mount Dennis Legion, 1050 Weston Rd. CONTACT: 416-7670231, www.facebook.com/mountdennislegion, legionbr31@yahoo. com COST: $5 Purchase tickets in advance. All 19 and older are welcome.

w Friday, Jan. 16

Weekly Barbecue WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Mount Dennis Legion, 1050 Weston Rd. CONTACT: 416-767-0231, legionbr31@yahoo.com COST: Food for reasonable prices Find out about Legion membership. All 19 and older are welcome.

UR O Y T E L DON’ T SE A E L E L VEHIC N. W O D U O CHAIN Y T. U O T S U B

yorkguardian.com

food

eBooks: What, Why and How WHEN: 2 to 4 p.m. WHERE: Evelyn Gregory Library, 120 Trowell Ave. CONTACT: egstaff@ torontopubliclibrary.ca, 416-3941006 COST: Free Learn about downloading eBooks, eReaders, Overdrive Next Generation and more. Call to register.

Peanut butter grilled shrimp And some other delicious recipes to try this week

bit.ly/13667r9

transit

w Saturday, Jan. 24

How does it affect you?

Robbie Burns Supper & Dance WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. WHERE: Mount Dennis Legion, 1050 Weston Rd. CONTACT: 416767-0231, www.facebook.com/ mountdennislegion, legionbr31@yahoo.com COST: $25

w Saturday, Jan. 17

Digital Photography Workshop WHEN: 10 to 11:30 a.m. WHERE: Evelyn Gregory Library, 120 Trowell Ave. CONTACT: Richard, 416-3941006 COST: Free Learn how to take and edit pictures in this eight-week photography program. For children aged 9 to 13. Call to register.

Custom transit reports and news online insidetoronto.com/ transit

health Pregnancy dos and don’ts

get listed!

w Tuesday, Jan. 20

The York Guardian wants your community listings. Sign up online at insidetoronto.com to submit your events (click the Sign Up link in the top right corner of the page). We run non-profit, local events in print weekly in The Guardian.

Women’s Immigration Summary Advice Legal Clinic WHEN: 4 to 7 p.m. WHERE: North York Women’s Centre, 2446 Dufferin St. CONTACT: North York Women’s Centre, 416-781-0479, www.nywc. org, info@nywc.org COST: Free Short, one-time appointments on

What can and can’t you do when expecting bit.ly/12sEaYc www.facebook.com/ YorkGuardian

Social Media

@YorkGuardian

Presenting Sponsor:

Showcasing health and wellness opportunities in your community

Sat Jan 17th (9am-6pm) and Sun Jan 18th (10am-5pm), 2015 Markham Fairgrounds STAGE

SCHEDULE

Saturday January 17

SUBJECT

Paul Ciaravella

Parkinson's - Nutrition & Remedies

Bryce Wylde

Your Health & Brain - Gut Connection

Dr. Ali

Arthritis

Bryce Wylde

Power Plants - How to make evidence-base home remedies

Harvey Skinner

Getting Unstuck

The Markham Diabetes Initiative Panel

Diabetes

Bryce Wylde Saturday January 17th

Debbie & Nadine

Natural Detoxification

Brian Gangel

How to heal yourself naturally

Bryce shares his knowledge through lectures and media opportunities including The Doctor Oz show, Breakfast Television and Cityline

Taichan Thai Chi Demo

Sunday January 18 Yoga Fit

Dolly Bollywood Demo Felicia Pizzonia

TBA

Louise Hartley

Resiliency and mental Wellness in the Workplace

Tami Willems

Our Chakras as Receivers & Transmitters

Will Gage

Aging and Falls

Magic Bullet Program

Patricia Mara Stappleton

Children - anxiety and stress at home

January 17 & 18 Markham Fairgrounds

19th Ave

A $4.00 VALUE!

SUNDAY 10 AM TO 5 PM Presented by:

One Complimentary Admission

905-943-6116 thriveexpo.ca

2 1

2 FOR 1

Kennedy Rd

Elgin Mills Rd E

SATURDAY 9 AM TO 6 PM

Thrive Expo

Rose is a motivational speaker, columnist and TV personality and a leading authority on the art of eating & living well.

Markham Rd

Probiotics

Rose Reisman

10801 McCowan Rd. (McCowan/Elgin Mills)

Call now for a free consultation 1-888-357-2678 or visit us at www.LeaseBusters.com

Rose Reisman Sunday January 18th

Body Plus Nutrional Products

McCowan Rd

LeaseBusters.com is the largest vehicle lease marketplace in Canada – we’ll unlock you from your vehicle lease commitment... save time, early termination fees and penalties.

FOR

YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015 |

Major Mackenzie Dr E

10801 McCowan Road, Markham, ON

For complimentary admissions register at www.thriveexpo.ca Call 905-943-6112 for additional inquiries.

York, East York won’t get local budget meetings Representatives will go to Scarborough, North York and Etobicoke in February Councillors will leave City Hall to hear how residents across Toronto want their money spent – but only during two days in February. In one of its first moves, the city’s budget committee decided last month to send representatives to Scarborough, North York and Etobicoke for public meetings at civic centres. But the former cities of East York and York, where local councillors also wanted budget meetings, will have to wait. “We’re very limited in what we can do,” said Gary Crawford, a Scarborough councillor appointed the city’s budget chief last month. Crawford said he wanted committee members to fan out from city hall in order to reach more residents, an idea Mayor John Tory supports. But with only two days to hear from the public, hearing deputations in the four quarters of the city, including City Hall, is a necessary compromise for 2015, Crawford said. “It’s not going to be perfect this (coming) year. This at least moves us forward a bit,” he said. On Feb. 2, one subcommittee under Crawford will be at Scarborough Civic Centre from 3 to 5 p.m. and from 6 p.m. onwards, while another with Etobicoke Councillor John Campbell, the budget vice-chair,

comment

MIKE ADLER madler@insidetoronto.com

unsympathetic. If a budget subcommittee is sent eastward it should go straight to Scarborough, which is home to “a hell of a lot” more people than will be in North York. East York, he said. The next day, the groups will Shelley Carroll, a former host meetings during those budget chief herself, warned same hours at City Hall and the against splitting the committee Etobicoke Civic Centre. too thinly. East York councillors “We’ve done this before, and Janet Davis and Mary it’s not ideal,” said Be a part of the Fragedakis, with Frances the North York Nunziata of York, made a councillor, noting discussion. Visit pitch for subcommittees it would be imposthis story on our visiting their centres, too. website and share sible for either “It sends a message Crawford or the your thoughts in that parts of the city are city’s chief financial the comments important,” Davis said. officer to be at all of section. East York still has a the meetings if there council chamber, and were three each day.  bit.ly/1zRr5nS it’s a place where people Council has believe the city speaks to them decided to have a comprehensive and they speak to the city, she consultation on city spending argued. priorities for a budget review that Jim Karygiannis, a rookie will cover 2016, 2017 and 2018. Scarborough councillor, was But the coming year’s budget

SAVE!

CheCk out this week’s flyers for money-saving deals from your neighbourhood retailers.

Your Community. Your Newspaper.

Metroland Media is the largest distributor of pre-printed flyers in the City of Toronto. Let us help you get your business growing. Distribution@insidetoronto.com If you did not receive this week’s flyers, please call 416-493-2284 * Flyers delivered to selected areas only.

• Best Buy • Blue Sky - Sheridan Mall • Canadian Tire Corp. • Desjardins • Dhu Imports - SBS Furniture • Food Basics • Fortino’s • Fresh Value Supermarket • Freshco • Future Shop • Home Depot • Home Outfitters • Kohl & Firsch • Loblaws • Lowes Canada • Metro • Michaels • Nature’s Source Natural Factors

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

No Frills P&G Brandsaver Pharma Plus Real Canadian Superstore Red Plum Rent-A-Centre Rexall Rona Shoppers Drug Mart Slimband Inc Smart Source Sobeys Subway Superior Tire And Auto - Keele Supplements Plus Target The Source Toronto Kids Toys R Us Walmart Canada Corp.

will be a rushed “post-election” affair in the early days of a new term, she said. Crawford agreed, promising more days for listening to the public in 2016. Glenn De Baeremaeker, a Scarborough councillor, said residents of the area find their civic centre “within striking distance” and are less inclined to go to City Hall. But some Toronto citizens – downtown people, he called them – are so passionate about budget issues they will travel outside the core to crowd the speaking lists at the subcommittee meetings, warned De Baeremaeker. “They will come and push aside local citizens in North York and Scarborough.”

Perhaps remembering marathon meetings on budget issues during the last council term with weariness, the committee approved a motion by Michelle Berardinetti of Scarborough limiting to one person each group or organization wishing to speak, and allowing that person to speak at just one regular budget committee meeting and one subcommittee meeting. This way, “at least we wouldn’t be hearing from (the same) residents at multiple subcommittees,” Berardinetti said. The budget committee hopes to finish its work during the week of Feb. 20.

Visit http://bit.ly/1AqsQLA to access the budget committee meeting minutes.

Request for Proposals for Professional Health Care Services The Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for professional health care services, which includes primary care physician services, psychiatrist services, dentist services and physiotherapist services at the Toronto South Detention Centre. Interested proponents may submit a proposal for one, more than one or all of the required services. Contracts will be awarded for an initial term of three years with an option to extend for two additional terms of up to one year each. The RFP is now posted on the Ontario Government’s electronic tendering service which can be found on the Ontario Tenders Portal at www.ontariotenders.bravosolution.com.

#1 READ NEWSPAPER IN YORK.

REAL ESTATE Call

416-493-4400 to advertise

Thinking of Buying or Selling? An agent that advertises in your local Real Estate section is always a wise choice.

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 2-4 PM JOAN POTTER-SMITH & TRACEY COWLING Sales Representatives 416 Dir 416

762-8255 817-1805

For advertising information call

416-493-4400

Royal LePage R.E. Services Ltd., Brokerage

THE IDEAL STARTER

350 WHITMORE AVE. Great opportunity to own well cared for home in Briar Hill. 2 + 1 bedrooms/ 2 baths/ 2 kitchens - detached brick bungalow offers in-law & income potential. Large principal rooms upstairs & down, tons of storage space, and loads of natural light! Set on a gorgeous 25 x 110 lot - options to live in, rent or build up! 5 minute walk to subway - Bragging rights for the 83 walk score & 87 transit score. Large mutual drive plus garage! Enjoy delightful backyard oasis boasting private gazebo & wonderful landscaped gardens. 529,900 Pics at www.joanandbenita.com

| YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015

��

YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015 |

Frank Leo

GUARANTEED THE RITZ CARLTON

New York Luxury Living in Downtown Toronto! Palatial Residences, Exquisite 2+1 Bedroom Floor plan with 2557 Sq Ft of Opulence, Soaring Ceilings, Breathtaking Views, State of the Art Sound /Lighting and Blinds, Over 400K Spent on Upgrades, Pamper Yourself in Lavishness, Private Elevator Entrance, Unparalleled Concierge, Valet & Amenities, You’ve Arrived! Only $2,950,000!

SPECTACULAR LUXURY ESTATE!

BROKER Sponsor of

Children’s Miracle Network & Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

#1 in West and Central Toronto combined by units of listings sold for all Companies of all Brokers & Sales Representatives 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 according to a study of MLS data prepared by an independent auditor of real estate statistics.

BACKING ONTO GOLF COURSE

Situated on premium lot over ½ an acre! Quiet enclave of Multimillion Dollar Homes, Over 5,000 Sq Ft, 5 Bdrms, Finished Basement, Indoor Pool, Walkout to Huge Deck overlooking Golf Course, Spectacular Backyard, Thousands spent on Renovations and Upgrades, Bright Sunlit, 3 Skylights, Circular Staircase, Formal Rooms,3 Car Garage, Plus much more! Only $1,599,900!

SPECTACULAR TORONTO BEAUTY!!

Totally renovated executive home over $500K spent! Situated on a premium 100’x216’ lot, tranquil treed backyard, new salt water in-ground pool & interlock stone, modern kitchen, granite countertop, new baths, balcony walkouts, fire places, beautiful master bedroom retreat, main floor library & family room, professionally finished basement, and much more for $1,500,000!!

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 $2,400,000

CUSTOM BUNGALOW 2 ACRE LOT

Castlemore Estates, Situated on Cul-de-Sac, Stone Exterior, 3 Car Garage, Gourmet Kitchen, Center Island, S/S Appliances, Finished Walkout Basement, Ideal for Entertaining or In-Law/ Nanny Suite, Quality Built, Loaded with Upgrades, Great Location, Minutes to All Amenities! Only $1,799,900!

CUSTOM BUILT CASTLEMORE 2 ACRE ESTATE

Stunning Euro designed 4 bdrm raised bungalow. Gorgeous kitchen with granite floors & countertops, top line built-in appliances, quality finishing & craftsmanship throughout. Large combined living & dining room, marble floors, huge family room, gas fireplace, den, gleaming hardwood floors, 5 washrooms, incredible master bedroom, 6pc ensuite & W/I closet, beautifully landscaped property. Must be seen for $1,650,000

R ANOTHE SOLD

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 $1,099,900.

ROSEDALE GLEN!!

Luxury private residence, spectacular 2 +1 bdrm totally renovated by designer Bruce Budway. Approximately 1500 sq ft, gorgeous kitchen, custom cabinetry, quartz counters, premium B/I stainless steel appliances, 2 full baths, heated floors, upgraded fixtures, master suite overlooks ravine, parking locker & 24 hr concierge. Steps to shops, restaurants + amenities!

Sold Fast for 100% of Asking!!

BLOOR/ISLINGTON Spectacular Custom Built 2 Storey with 4+1 Bedrooms, Situated on a Premium 50 Ft Lot, Stone & Stucco Exterior, High Quality Finishes, Open Concept Layout, Gourmet Kitchen, Granite, Crown Mouldings, Finished Basement, 5 Baths, Amazing Neighbourhood and Location, Shows to Perfection! Only $1,549,999!

FREE PROFESSIONAL BUYER SERVICE: • Find out about the newest homes on the market that meet your needs

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

• Get more informed about the specific areas and how to get the best price • Find out how to get the best mortgage rates and saving programs, plus much more - Call today!!

SELL Your Home FASTER and for MORE MONEY! • Your Home Advertised 24 Hours a Day Until Sold • Your Home Advertised to Millions on www.GetLeo.com • Learn the Secrets of Selling your Home, without ineffective Open Houses • Your Home Listed in Full Colour Print Ads Until It’s Sold • Our team of Professionals for the same price as hiring a single broker

• Get up to $10,000 no interest for 60 days* • Total service guarantee in writing • Your Home Sold Guaranteed, or I’ll Buy it* • Competitive Rates, Exceptional service • Award Winning Results!

“FREE Confidential Home Evaluations. ‘The Name Friends Trust & Recommend’ R ANOTHE SOLD

AMAZING LOCATION & INVESTMENT PROPERTY!!

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

AMAZING 80 X 222 FT LOT

Detached Toronto Bungalow with 3+1 Bedrooms, Stunning Lot, Backing onto Ravine, Long Private Drive, Garage, Huge Shed, Large Garden, Finished Basement Ideal for In-Law Suite or Entertaining, Only $849,900!

YONGE/ FINCH

One of the most Prestigious Willowdale Neighbourhoods, Situated on a Prime 50 x 150 Ft Lot, Surrounded by New Million Dollar Homes, Detached 1 ½ Storey, 4 Bedroom, Finished Basement, Garage, Private Drive, Live in, Renovate or Rebuild. Great Property, Great Investment!

Sold in 1 Wk for 106% of Asking!!

AMAZING VALUE!! One of a kind Custom Property, Detached 4+1 Bedroom, Situated on a 50 x 175 Ft Lot, Double Detached Garage, Long Drive, 2 In- Law Suites, Separate Rec Room , Inground Pool, Live for less than Rent! Shows Great! Only $699,900!

R ANOTHE SOLD

R ANOTHE D SOL

DOWNTOWN WATERFRONT LOWER PENTHOUSE Breathtaking Unobstructed Views of the Lake. Spacious Open Concept Layout, Spacious Kitchen w/ Breakfast Bar, Granite and Pantry, Floor to ceiling windows, 2 Bedroom Split Floor Plan, Prime Location with Shopping, Restaurants and Transit steps away, Fantastic amenities! Only $999,900!

MISSISSAUGA/ETOBICOKE BORDER

Stunning, Executive Freehold Townhome! Loaded with Luxurious Finishes, Only 2 years New with 3 Bdrms, Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Counters and Walk-out to Lovely Deck with no neighbours in behind, Huge Master Bdrm Spa Retreat, 2 Car Tandem Garage, A Rare Find, Only $579,900!

TRINITY BELLWOODS

Amazing Value, High Demand Location, Fabulous 2 Storey 4+1 Bedroom, Updated Large Principle Rooms, Family Sized Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Immaculately Maintained, Finished Basement with Separate Entrance, Double Garage, Close to U of T, Little Italy & Chinatown.

Sold in 1 Wk for 108% of Asking!!

SCHOMBERG BUNGALOW!!

Situated on a Premium Double Lot 152 Ft Wide by 215 Ft Deep, 3 Bedroom, Finished Basement, Double Garage, Long Private Drive, Quiet Street, Opportunity to Maximize Double Lot, only $565,000!

HEART OF RONCESVALLES VILLAGE Victorian

Bedroom

2-Storey

Fabulous

Neighbourhood, Large Family Size Kitchen, Sun Room, Hardwood Floor, Double Garage at Back, Spacious Porch, Great Opportunity, Amazing Value!

Sold in 1 Wk for 104% of Asking!!

BRAND NEW BRAMPTON HOME!

Stunning New Mattamy Built 4 Bdrm Detached 2 Storey at Sandalwood/Creditview. Approx. 1900 Sq Ft with a Great Open Concept Layout, Separate Entrance to Potential Basement Apartment, Full Tarion Warranty. Brand New Subdivision, Furniture Included! Only $499,000!

R ANOTHE D L SO

427 & 7 Spacious 4 Bdrm Semi, Only 10 Years old with Family Rm and Walkout to Fenced Yard, Eat-in Kitchen, Huge Basement, Attached Garage. Incredible Value in High Demand Area. SOLD IN 3 DAYS FOR 102% OF ASKING!!

RENOVATED 2-STOREY!!

Updated Kitchen, Ceramc Flr, Bkfst Bar, Sun Room, Open Concept Living Room, Formal Dining Room, 2 Bedroom, Plus Finished Basement, 1 Bedroom In-Law Suite, with Sun Room & Separate Entrance, Steps to Transit, Minutes to Downtown & Airport, Easy Access to Hwy’s, Close to Amenities, Stop Paying Rent & Own for Less! Only $299,900!

FABULOUS WOODBRIDGE LUXURY CONDO!!

Gorgeous & new ‘Very Boutique Condo’, spacious & bright 2+1 bedroom corner suite overlooking ravine. Approx. 1000 sq. ft. of luxury living featuring 9’ ceilings, rich hardwood floors, beautiful trim work, premium kitchen w/granite counters, upgraded stainless steel appliances, master bedroom w/ensuite & huge W/I closet, granite counters in bathrooms, large west-facing balcony w/gas BBQ hook-up. Amazing opportunity for $469,900!!

LUXURIOUS BROADWAY CONDO Access To Subway -- Minutes To Downtown! 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Suite With Large Terrace & Soaring 10’ Ceilings. Fantastic Location Next To Shopping, Restaurants & Theatres. Includes Parking & Locker. Amazing Opportunity!! Only $289,900!

LUXURY TOWNHOME

THE MASTERS

TOTALLY RENOVATED!!

SOLD FAST FOR 100% OF ASKING!!

Two Large Balconies, Fabulous view Overlooking the Pool & Golf Course, 3 Bedroom Split Level, Very Spacious, Over 1,700 Sq Ft, Largest Suite in the Building, Original Owners, Immaculate Suite, Shows Great, Amazing Value! Only $419,900!

Stunning Milton 3 Bdrm Townhome in Bronte Meadows at an Incredible Value! New Kitchen (2014), Renovated Bath (2013) New Hardwood (2011), Fully Fenced Private Yard, Oversized Garage, Just Move in and Enjoy! Only $299,900!

Spectacular End Unit, Nestled on Quiet Cul-de-sac in Secluded Enclave, Surrounded and Backing onto Lush Ravine, Open Concept Living & Dining Room, Walkout to Deck Overlooking Ravine, 3 Bedrooms, Master Retreat, Full Ensuite, Soaker Tub, Walk-in Closet, Finished Basement, Thousands in Upgrades, Amazing Value and Opportunity!

NXT AT WINDERMERE BY THE LAKE

One of the Largest One Bedroom Units in Trendy 4 Year Old Building, Huge Balcony with Stunning South West Views of Lake Ontario, 9 Ft Ceilings, Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Counters, Incredible Amenities, Close to All Conveniences, Minutes to Downtown, Great for Investors! Only $267,000!

RONCESVALLES/ HIGH PARK

Gorgeous 4 Bedroom Home for Lease! Modern, Open Concept Layout with Dark Bamboo Floors, Pot lights, Granite & Stainless Steel Appliances in Kitchen, Wonderful Family Neighbourhood. Only $3,200/month!

KLEINBURG RENTAL OPPORTUNITY!!

Brand New 4 Bdrm 3 Bath with Open Concept Layout, Eat-in Kitchen with Granite, Breakfast Bar and Upgraded Stainless Steel Appliances, Main Floor Family Room, Hardwood Flrs and more! Only $1,995 per month!

SEE MORE PHOTOS: www.GetLeo.com Call Today 416-917-LION (5466) and Start Packing! Not intended to solicit persons under contract. *Certain Conditions May Apply. ReMax West Realty Inc. does not guarantee the sale of your home. Exclusively offered by Frank Leo.

| YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015

HOME SELLING SYSTEM

YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015 |

arts

artistic points of view Above, Klara Csiki, left, and Kyla Perri enjoy a work of art at the opening reception for the ‘From Her Point of View’ exhibit at the Articsók Gallery last month. Top right, Father George Malakian and his artist daughter Arlene Malakian enjoy a sculpture at the reception. At right, Kim Galvez, left, and Articsók Gallery founder Csilla Csiki discuss art at the opening reception. Photos/NANCY PAIVA

The group exhibition ‘From Her Point of View’ continues to Jan. 31. Check out www. articsokgallery.com

WIN A

WINTER ROAD PACKAGE CONTEST

PRESENTS

Winter driving can get scary but at least the cost of gas lately is not as scary.

JA JANUARY23-25 DIRECT ENERGY CENTRE TORONTO

Enter for your chance to WIN an emergency car kit and a

Startyourregistry forachanceto me WINa$5,000home decorpackage

$100 ESSO GAS GIFT CARD! ®

To enter, visit

insidetoronto.com/contests

No purchase necessary. Contest open to Toronto residents 18 years of age or older. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. One (1) prize will be awarded. Retail value of prize is approximately $150+applicable taxes. Contest closes Sunday, January 18, 2015 at 11:59pm. To enter and for complete contest rules visit insidetoronto.com/contests

A publication of

@MetrolandTO

Metroland Media Toronto

HugeBridal GownSale

Theweddingchecklist WIN$5,000in giftcertificates* TUXEDOS, CAKE, DJ & PHOTOGRAPHER. *Full details online.

FreeDestinationWeddingand HoneymoonPresentation with

JaneDayus-Hinch

Meet &Greet

attheshow

HostofWeddingSOS

Brides to Be are Free! Register Online:

www.nationalbridalshow.com *No purchase necessary. Contest closes January 25, 4:00pm EST. Contest open to Ontario residents 18 of age or older. Entry ballots available at the National Bridal Show, 100 Princes’Blvd., Toronto, M6K 3C3, Friday January 23 to Sunday January 25, 2015. Limit of one ballot entry per person, per prize. Prize valued at $5,000. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received by Contest Close Date. Complete contest rules available online at www.nationalbridalshow.com

Youth entrepreneurship hub IEP conference to run in February around the city

financial freedoom at 50 wFinding

Financial freedom at 50: what does it take? The Maria Shchuka branch of the Toronto Public Library is hosting a session on Feb. 2 with

paul futhey business in brief Moneysense Magazine editor Julia Cazzin. She will lead a discussion on the necessary steps one must take in their 20s, 30s and 40s in order to reach financial independence by 50. Topics will include RRSPs, TFSAs, income smoothing and more. The session runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The branch is located at 1745 Eglinton Ave. W. Registration is required. To register, call 416-3941000. can’t take it with you! wYou

Later that week, on Thursday, Feb. 5, author Sandra Foster will be at the Dufferin/St. Clair library branch for a one-hour session. She is the author of You Can’t Take it With

Come on Toronto!

nice Clear Your

You: The Common Sense Guide to Estate Planning for Canadians. Topics will include wills, tax planning and powers of attorney. The session runs from 7 to 8 p.m. The branch is at 1625 Dufferin St., just south of St. Clair Avenue West.

your table for Winterlicious wReserve

The City of Toronto’s annual Winterlicious program – with a number of participants within the former city of York – runs from Jan. 30 to Feb. 12. Starting Jan. 15, reservations can be made at more than 200 of the city’s top restaurants that are offering three-course prix fixe menus at one of three price categories. Call the restaurants directly to make your reservations. Visit http://bit.ly/1C6C1Rt for more information.

Paul Futhey is the managing editor of The York Guardian. Business in Brief appears every two weeks. Email him at pfuthey@insidetoronto.com

❄

Ice

Snow and ice on your sidewalk can create a dangerous situation for pedestrians in your neighbourhood. Many people are hurt each year by falls on slippery sidewalks. But you can help keep your street safe. In the central core, it's the property owner's responsibility to clear all of the snow from the sidewalk within 12 hours of a storm. Outside the core, the City ofToronto clears snow and ice from the sidewalks. In December and March, the City plows the sidewalk after eight cm of snow has fallen. In January and February, the city plows after five cm has fallen. If the snowfall is less than eight cm (in December and March), or five cm (in January and February), it's your responsibility to clear the sidewalk in these areas. If you aren't sure if the city clears the sidewalk in your area, please call 311. So, come onToronto – Be a Good Neighbour. Be nice and clear the snow and ice from your sidewalks. It's the right thing to do.

The 12th annual Internationally Educated Professionals (IEP) Conference is set for Feb. 27 at the Metro Toronto Friday Convention Centre. The conference offers IEP newcomers with practical, effective career advice.

feb

Are you a budding entrepreneur between the ages of 15 and 29? A 12-week program at Skills for Change may be just what you need. Known as a Youth Entrepreneurship Hub, the prorgam aims to connect participants with likeminded peers and members of the business community in order to help you successfully launch a business. There is a program open house from 10 a.m. to noon on Jan. 13 while the actual program will launch Jan. 21. For more information, email Jin Olberg at olberg@skillsforchange.org The hub will be located at the Skills for Change office at 791 St. Clair Ave. W., west of Christie Street.

Visitors to the conference can visit with exhibitors and also take part in workshops led by industry experts and successful IEPs. Presented by the Progress Career Planning Institute, the conference’s title sponsor in Employment Ontario. The media sponsor is Metroland Media Toronto.

w TRBOT annual dinner Tickets for the Toronto Region Board of Trade annual dinner taking place Jan. 26 are on sale. Keynote speaker will be Mark Wiseman, president and CEO of the CPP Investment Board.

To reserve tickets, call 416862-4500 or visit www.bot. com for more information.

| YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015

business

Lakeshore Honda

YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015 |

community

Serving the GTA Since 1987

Always Get More at Lakeshore Honda Lakeshore Honda has been committed to providing top tier automotive sales and service since 1987. We invite you to experience for yourself the difference a family-run business with a commitment to customer satisfaction can make!

on board At left, Lorne Davison, Lindsey Woelfle, George Smith and Clare Woelfle (clockwise top left) compete during the Giant Open Cribbage Tournament Sunday at the Mount Dennis Legion. Above, Mary Leah McIntaggart checks her hand.

HONDA

CELEBRATION Weston children support 17 YEARS IN A ROW cat rescue through song

Photo/Peter C. McCusker

EVENT

CIVIC IS CANADA’S BEST-SELLING CAR!

NEW LOWER PAYMENT! 2015 CIVIC DX MODEL FB2E2FEX

42 0.99 0 0

APR

SECURITY DEPOSIT

LEASE FOR 60 MONTHS Ω. EXCLUDES LICENSE AND HST.

DOWN PAYMENT /OAC

70 1.99 0 0 WEEKLY AT

WEEKLY AT

40 2.99 0 0

WEEKLY AT

DOWN PAYMENT /OAC

MODEL RM3H3FES

MODEL GK5G3FE

NEW 2015 CR-V LX

ALL-NEW 2015 FIT DX

SECURITY DEPOSIT

DOWN PAYMENT /OAC

SECURITY DEPOSIT

YOU COULD

WIN A $17 CIVIC!* CELEBRATING 17 YEARS WITH A CHANCE TO WIN* YOUR CIVIC FOR 17 WHEN YOU LEASE OR FINANCE A 2015 CIVIC BEFORE FEBRUARY 28TH. $

*Open to Ontario residents(18+). Enter when you purchase/lease/finance a new 2015 Honda Civic by Feb 28, 2015 (10 p.m. ET). One prize consisting of a cheque in the amount of the selling price (inclusive of applicable fees and taxes minus $17. Ex: winner purchased,/leased/financed a 2015 Civic DX Sedan 5MT; prize is a cheque for $19,555.78 ($15,750 MSRP, $1,495 freight and PDI, plus applicable EHF tires[$28.45], EHF filters[$1.55], A/C levy [$100 except Civic DX], OMVIC fee, PPSA lien registration fee [$40], lien agent’s fee, and taxes [$2,247.13]) minus $17. Skill-testing question required. Odds depend on number of eligible entries. Full rules at HondaOntario.com. ^Ltd time weekly lease offers available O.A.C. Wkly pmt includes freight and PDI ($1,495-$1,695 depending on model), EHF tires($28.45), EHF filters, A/C levy ($100 except Civic DX & Fit DX models), and OMVIC fee ($5). Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. Ex, 2015: Civic DX Sedan/CR-V LX 2WD/Fit DX 6MT, 60 month term with 260 wkly pmts at 0.99%/1.99%/2.99% lease APR. Wkly pmt is $41.92/$69.90/$39.77 with $0 down and $350/$400/$1,050 lease incentive included. Down pmts, $0 deposit and first wkly pmt due at inception. Total lease obligation is $10,898.75/$18,173.41/$10,339.68. 120,000km allowance; $0.12/excess km. PPSA lien registration fee [$45.93] and agent’s fee [$5.65], due at delivery not included. For all offers: license, insurance, other taxes (including HST) and excess wear and tear are extra. Taxes payable on full purchase price. Vehicle photos for illustration purposes only. ◆◆Based on AIAMC data.

3526 LAKE SHORE BLVD. WEST (In Etobicoke Between Browns Line & Kipling)

1-888-849-3112 www.Lakeshorehonda.com

>>>from page 1 Leif agreed: “And I knew it would get me on the ‘nice’ list,” he added. Their brothers Finn and Cole Evenson, Stefano Dodaro and Matthew St. Germaine all joined as well to raise nearly $150. Carfagnini said she was in shock when she learned what the neighbourhood kids did for her. “It just blew me away. I can cry right now,” said the Weston Village resident. “They were going door to door out in the cold singing for me.” Ca r f a g n i n i h a s b e e n involved in cat rescue since 2008, trapping and bringing feral cats to Toronto Animal Services to have them spayed or neutered. “It’s a humongous problem and a lot of them are in the west end,” she said, adding that most seem to come from apartment buildings in higher poverty areas with previous cat owners just releasing their pets once their leases are up. “They’re considered so disposable. No one would do that to their dogs.” Carfagnini estimated she’s gotten 200 cats spayed or neutered this past year.

Photo/Courtesy

A group of Weston Village children sang carols in their neighbourhood to raise funds for cat rescue efforts.

“It’s all volunteer work. I don’t get a penny for it,” she said. “It’s another job.” But she was encouraged to see youth like Eliana and her friends take an interest in animal welfare, and hoped more children could be educated through school assemblies. “It’s the kids that are going to be teaching the parents,” she said.

details Visit www.toronto.ca/ spayneuter for more information on spaying and neutering pets as well as the associated fees. If your yearly income is less than $50,000, the City of Toronto will waive the spay/neuter surgery fee.

Visit

Buy Online:

50% off

$20.00

50% off TiCkeTS To Canada’S Bridal Show aT The meTro ToronTo ConVenTion CenTre cAnADA’S briDAl Show

Buy Online:

68% off

$39.00

$39 for a 1500TC Bed SheeT SeT (a $120 Value) - Shipping inCluded PerfectSenSe

Buy Online:

31% off

$69.00

up To 36% off a Sunday BrunCh BuffeT for 2 or 4 people the Doctor’S houSe

Brought to you by

Buy Online:

54% off

$30.00

$30 for 4 kg of BoneleSS, SkinleSS SeaSoned ChiCken BreaSTS (a $65 Value) erie meAtS

Buy Online:

51% off

$79.00

$79 for 4-hourS of iCefiShing for up To 8 people in Collingwood (a $160 Value) icefiSh Simcoe

Buy Online:

34% off

$195

34% off hoT air Balloon rideS in porT hope (2 opTionS) uPtuit bAlloonS

wagJag.com

Buy Online:

50% off

$15.00

$15 for 2 TiCkeTS To The gTa home + reno Show aT The inTernaTional CenTre, feBruary 13-16, 2015 (a $30 Value) GtA home + reno Show

Buy Online:

50% off

$65.00

$65 for a prix fixe Teppanyaki dinner for 2 aT hiBaChi Seafood and STeakhouSe (a $130 Value) hibAchi SeAfooD AnD SteAkhouSe

Buy Online:

50% off

$25.00

$25 for $50 TowardS riBS, STeakS and more - ChooSe from 2 loCaTionS in BurlingTon and miSSiSSauga rib eye JAck’S Ale houSe

| YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015

Classifieds

LocalWork.ca

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

Be Job Ready In 5 - 12 Months! Financial Assistance May Be Available to Those Who Qualify Second Career Training Funding May Be Available

Law Programs

The Saint Elizabeth Staffing Solutions team provides temporary replacement staff to supplement the needs of hospitals and other institutions requiring qualified short-term or long-term medical relief staff. We are a full-service medical staffing relief agency providing service across Ontario. A preferred supplier of nursing and personal support workers to hospitals throughout the GTA, we also support organizations across Ontario including Ottawa, Niagara, Hamilton, Oakville, Mississauga, Brant and the surrounding areas.

• • •

Do you want to work flexible hours and choose where to work at the best rate of pay?

Health Care Opportunities

• •

RN/RPN/PSW - Toronto Region

647-556-5705 WWW.AOLTORONTO.COM 416-969-8845 INFO@AOLTORONTO.COM

Academy of Learning Career & Business College (Bay/Bloor) is registered as a Private Career College under the Private Career College Act 2005 and is operated by 1069195 Ontario Inc.

Why join our team? • • • • •

One of the highest rates of pay Flexible shifts Variety of available locations – over 35 hospitals and facilities Continuous clinical education Self-scheduling

Special Services

www.saintelizabeth.com

Free training provided!

Ask about our Route Bonuses! Ask about our Bonus for B or E Licenced drivers!

APPLY ONLINE: www.stocktransportation.com APPLY BY EMAIL:

halvi@stocktransportation.com

APPLY BY PHONE:

1-877-233-4045

APPLY IN PERSON:

Call for our address and then come by to meet us!

Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid A,B,C,D,E,F, or full G licence, and be proficient in english.

(corner Black Creek Dr./ Eglinton) is seeking dedicated applicants for part time night crew grocery clerk stocking positions. Must be able to do heavy lifting, work weekends and must be reliable. Please apply in person or call 416 766-1487.

Legals

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Swissport Canada

Job Fair Tuesday, January 13th, 2015 Thursday, January 22nd, 2015 Tuesday, January 27th, 2015 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m. Four Points by Sheraton 6257 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E4

Work for a World-Wide Leader!

Looking for a Great Part-Time Job? BECOME A SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

Special Services

Registered Marriage and Family Therapist/ Specialist, Pastoral Counselling. Dufferin Medical Clinic, 2045 Dufferin St., Suite 301 Contact Silva Redigonda, M.A.M.S, RMFT. silva.redigonda@utoronto.ca Call 416-878-4945

Please send your resume to sshr@saintelizabeth.com quoting tracking number ONRN01 in the subject line.

Ross’ Nofrills

Paralegal Accredited by LSUC* Law Clerk* Immigration Consultant Accredited by ICCRC* Legal Office Assistant 40 Other Diploma Programs

Swissport is a people-focused organization – without our people we simply cannot meet our goals and achieve our vision. We offer a great working environment with Health and Dental benefits for all of our employees. The positions are for Canadian Citizens/Permanent Residents, requires continuous heavy lifting and a G2 driver’s licence.

All candidates must pass a Transport Canada background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, go to:

www.swissport.com

Articles Wanted

ANTIQUES

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

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

*With Internship

We are now hiring experienced ICU, ER, Med/Surg, RN, RPN and PSW staffing relief to hospitals and other institutions. You may choose your shifts, locations, and units using our self-scheduling software, and will enjoy one of the highest pay scales in the industry along with ongoing educational and learning opportunities.

R0013086997

YORK GUARDIAN | Thursday, January 8, 2015 |

All claims against the Estate of Alexander Dewar Hunt, late of the City of Toronto, who died on October 11th, 2014 must be filed with the undersigned by the 9th day of February, 2015, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at the City of Toronto, this 6th day of January, 2015. Michael J. McDonald Professional Corporation, Barrister & Solicitor 2100 Lawrence Avenue West, Suite 101, Toronto, ON M9N 3W3 Solicitor for the Estate Trustee Tel: 416-247-5327

Lost & Found

LOST PENDANT, A small gold cross, item is of extreme sentimental value. Lost November 10 2014, between Shoppers Drug Mart and John Street. If found please call 416-241-8186. Reward.

Home Renovations

Waste Removal

PETER’S DEPENDABLE JUNK REMOVAL

From home or business, including furniture/ appliances, construction waste. Quick & careful!

416-677-3818 Rock Bottom Rates!

CEILINGS REPAIRED. Spray textures, plaster designs, stucco, drywall, paint. We fix them all! www.mrstucco.ca 416-242-8863 SUPERHANDYMAN FINISH and rough carpentry, dry walling, painting, electricity, plumbing, tiling, kitchens, bathroom, decks. Serving 20 years in Bloor West. Call Chris 416-654-2439

1-800-743-3353

Delivery questions? Call us at:

416-493-4400

or Email

distribution@insidetoronto.com

Home Improvement