THO_E_JUL19 by Thornhill Liberal

SERVING THE THORNHILL COMMUNITY SINCE 1878

ThORNHILL LIBERAL $1 INCLUDING GST /32 PAGES

FOOD

Dishcrawl offers taste of Markham Dining tour July 25 BY SIMONE JOSEPH

sjoseph@yrmg.com

First stop: It’s the Cat’s Meow Cafe on Main Street, Markham. Next stop: Liberty Burgers. This is a mini preview of Markham Dishcrawl, a dining event happening July 25. Participating restaurants will be kept secret from patrons in order to help build community around local business and give food lovers a chance to meet the chefs and owners of these restaurants. The concept has been successful in San Francisco, New York, Montreal, Ottawa, San Jose, Toronto, Philadelphia and more. The idea started in California and hit Toronto last October. Toronto has had about 12 dish crawls since then, said Gretchen Wilson, Dishcrawl brand ambassador.

‘Social dining’ “The idea is you can walk in a group place to place, like social dining. You are meeting foodies — other people in your community, building a relationship based on food. It is like a guided walking tour,” she said. “We are trying to educate people about the restaurants in their community. You meet the people behind the food, meeting owners and chefs. So next time you go, you will have more of a rapport with the people at the restaurant.” It’s the Cat’s Meow Cafe is one stop on the actual Dishcrawl, See ‘YOU’, page 12.

■

Thursday, July 19, 2012

■

��

905-881-3373 Publicationmail agreement #40051189

��

Program takes aim at teen drownings By Kim Zarzour

kzarzour@yrmg.com

It was a stain on an otherwise stellar summer in York Region: one year ago today, on a warm summer evening, two teenaged girls drowned while paddling in the waters of Musselman’s Lake. Now it appears similar troubles

are brewing this year, with midsummer statistics showing Ontario drownings, while swimming or falling into water, on the increase and a disturbing spike in drowning among teenagers, something the Lifesaving Society hopes to tackle with a new program aimed at preteens.

With warmer-than-normal temperatures this summer, more Canadians are turning to water for relief, leaving more people at risk of drowning — teenagers especially, according to Barbara Byers, the society’s public education director. While the overall number of drownings nationwide decreased

last year, the number of drownings among teenagers increased 18 per cent, many due to youths trying to help their friends and putting their own lives at risk, Ms Byers said. The society has developed a new program aimed at this particularly See NATIONAL, page 9.

temporary relief

STAFF PHOTO/SJOERD WITTEVEEN

Brothers Tyler (left), 7, and Cameron Hosseini-Ara, 10, load up their water pistols in the splash pad on Castlemore Avenue on a very hot Tuesday morning. While cooler temperatures arrived Wednesday, Environment Canada said we should expect more very hot weather this summer.

Over 100 stores and services conveniently located at the corner of Yonge & Steeles

centerpointshops.com

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 2

2010

2011

2012

HOURS: Monday-Friday 10am-5pm | Saturday 10am-3pm Brampton Toronto Oakville

(905) 791-2850 (416) 324-2604 (905) 844-4287

Markham (905) 471-1075 Newmarket (905) 836-4770 Pickering (905) 619-1147

Toll Free: 1.800.449.3808 Visit our website at www.brockwindows.com

THRILL THE

GRILL Summer series on art of barbecuing

JULY 19:

How

to plank trout or salmon

Some upcoming topics • • • • • • •

Great drinks to go with Texas smoker party All-natural barbecuing Choice cuts Gas versus coal Barbecue maintenance Rubs and marinades

3, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Never get ‘board’ of fish grilling trick

the grill

On the web: Check out topic page at york region.com for more.

By MICHAEL HAYAKAWA

mhayakawa@yrmg.com

I love to go fishing. At the same time, though not always, I also love to eat the fish I catch. Especially during the outings when I’m in pursuit of salmon or trout and am fortunate enough to land one. That’s when my thoughts turn to putting the fruits of hard labour onto the grill. While there are various ways to barbecue salmon or trout, one of the more popular recipes is to place a fillet or steak on a piece of wood and let it cook above the hot charcoals or gas grill. Not just any piece of lumber will do. Rather, it has to be one that is untreated and made of cedar. Based on a traditional recipe originally employed by native Indians on the Canadian west coast, there’s nothing complex about cooking salmon or trout in this way. Pieces of cedar for the purpose of grilling can be purchased at most grocery stores by going to the department where seafood is sold. Or, you can go to a store that sells lumber and purchase pieces of untreated cedar and custom cut them to fit inside your grill. Once you’ve got your cedar planks and fish (which can also be purchased at a grocery store if you’re not an avid angler) you can

PHOTO/KAREN HERNANDEZ

Michael Hayakawa barbecues dinner using his cedar plank fish barbecue recipe. Check out his Outdoors blog at yorkregion.com begin the preparation process. For starters, the piece of cedar plank to be used must be waterlogged. Immerse the wood in a sink or tub of water by weighting it down with some form of heavy object. The thicker the piece of wood, the longer you want to immerse it so it won’t catch fire once you are grilling the fish. To be on the safe side, I prefer to keep the wood in water for at least 10 hours. In preparing the fish, whenever I use a trout or salmon that’s caught in fresh water, I like to marinade it in a salt brine solution for least

one day by applying three parts of water to one of salt. If the fish you will be using is from saltwater, then just proceed with the marinating process. While there are no rules as to what to use in a marinade, a simple one is to take a fillet, with the skin removed, and place it in a pan coated with extra virgin olive oil. Coat the top of the fillet with freshly squeezed lemon juice, crushed black pepper, pieces of chopped onion, fresh dill and taragon. Let the fish sit in the marinade for at least an hour in the refrigerator.

Once your piece of cedar is waterlogged, apply sea salt on to the top of the board. Place your marinaded piece of fish on top of the board. When your grill is fully heated, put the board inside and let it cook for around 20 minutes. You should be able to smell the aroma of the cedar as the fish is slowly cooking. If cooking steaks, which are thicker in nature, allow for an extra five to 10 minutes. As a safety precaution, be sure to have a water bottle near the grill in case the board accidently catches fire.

Your delectable delight will be ready once the flesh flakes off. Preparing and grilling cedar planked salmon or trout is fun and can be addictive. Especially during the summer months when grilling is a popular activity. It also has me looking forward to my next angling expedition for salmon or trout and visualizing the rewards that come with it — right on my dinner plate. Know a great fish marinade? E-mail it to boneill@yrmg.com and we’ll include it in an upcoming issue.

2012 MAZDA 3 GS SKYACTIV AUTO WITH MOONROOF AND LUX PACKAGE - USED DEMO Silver, 58 Miles Per Gallon, Fully Loaded With Leather Seats, Heated Seats, Sunroof, Heated Door Mirrors, Power Windows, Power Locks, Keyless Entry, Bluetooth And Much More…

ONLY + HST Only With 0% Financing For 60 Months

22,999

14591 km

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 4

MARKHAM CIVIC CENTRE 101 TOWN CENTRE BOULEVARD MARKHAM, ONTARIO L3R 9W3 905-477-7000 WWW.MARKHAM.CA

COUNCIL

MILLENNIUM BANDSTAND CONCERTS

MAIN STREET & FRED VARLEY DRIVE, UNIONVILLE Markham Council

Markham Council and Standing Committee meetings take place at the Markham Civic Centre and are open to the public.

JOIN THE FUN AT

BASKETBALL CAMP recreational swims Plus 3 recreational swims per per week Markville Secondary Secondary School Markville School Aug13-17, 13-17,2012 2012••99a.m. a.m.-4p.m. Aug - 4 p.m. Ages 10-14 •• $147 $147 Ages 10-14 Registration code:210728 210728 Registration code: (Lunch not provided) Need more information? Need more information? 905-477-7000 ext. 7120 905-477-7000 7000 ext.7120 www.markham.ca

MaRKHaM’S M’S FIRST FIRSS T UN UNITY FFESTIVAL:

MARKHAM

AROUND THE

WORLD

Saturday, July 21 12pm to 10pm Main Street Unionville ( Kennedy Rd & Hwy 7)

Sunday, July 22 10am to 5pm Main Street Markham ( Markham Rd & Hwy 7) Sponsored by

COBRA KINGS

Friday, July 20 • 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.

CURBSIDE COLLECTION OF WASTE DURING HOT WEATHER Hot, humid weather can make curbside collection of materials a difficult task for your collector.

PARK AMBASSADORS NEEDED The City of Markham is seeking residents to become volunteer Park Ambassadors. Training provided.

Here are some simple ways you can help: • Make sure your recycling, organics and garbage are properly separated at the curb • Have all your material at the curb by 7 a.m. • Make sure all material for collection is easily accessible • If you have heavier items for collection, consider storing them for collection on a cooler day • Offer a drink of cold water to your collector

For more information and to register, visit www.markham.ca by July 20.

• Rinse your Green Bin often to reduce unpleasant smells

Thank you for your support.

SHOP Main Street Markham and support the businesses where you live, work and play E

Markham Rd & Hwy 7 • FREE Parking

www.mainstreetmarkham.com

Markham Thornhill councillor Howard Shore says ‘no news here’ in case related to theft charge By Amanda Persico

apersico@yrmg.com

Markham Ward 2 Councillor Howard Shore made another court appearance this week. Monday’s appearance at the Newmarket court house was one of several regularly scheduled meetings where medical reports were

given to court officers, Mr. Shore said. The mental health court program requires Mr. Shore to check in every so often to update the court on his well-being. “This was a regular meeting,” he said. “There is no development, no news here.”

The Thornhill councillor was charged with theft of a cellphone last year, a charge that still stands although he was accepted into the mental health court stream. Cases in the mental health court stream can take anywhere between six to nine months. Mr. Shore’s battle with mental

health issues, including depression, first came to light shortly before a Toronto daily reported on previous cases in the United States where he pled no contest to theft and stalking charges. His next court date is not yet determined.

HOWARD SHORE: Markham councillor battling mental health issues.

– with files from L.H. Tiffany Hsieh

5, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Councillor’s court appearances ongoing

BRING IN THIS AD AND SAVE UP TO $1000* FROM OUR WALL OF SAVINGS

*SAVE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL $1000! PICK AN ENVELOPE FROM OUR “WALL OF SAVINGS” WHERE YOU ARE GUARANTEED A MINIMUM OF $150 IN ADDITIONAL SAVINGS UP TO A MAXIMUM OF $1000 UPON THE PURCHASE OF A VEHICLE ON JULY 19TH, 20TH OR 21ST 2012. PLEASE PRESENT THE VOUCHER AT THE TIME OF SALE. ODDS OF WINNING THE $1000 ARE 1 IN 50. SEE RICHMOND HILL TOYOTA FOR COMPLETE DETAILS.

UP TO

$600*

EXTRA VALUE BONUS PACKAGE AVAILABLE ON EACH DEAL

3 DAYS ONLY – THURS., FRI. & SAT. JULY 19-21 2012 CAMRY

0.9% IIHS T S

FOR FO R 36 M MONTHS ONTH ON THSS TH

OP AFETY PICK AWARD WAR ARD RD D NORTH AMERICA’S BEST SELLING VEHICLE

2012 HIGHLANDER

1.9%

OVER 75 IN-STOCK

FOR 36 MONTHS

UP TO 60 MONTHS

OVER 50 IN-STOCK

18 IN-STOCK

CONSUMER REPORTS TOYOTA #1 IN QUALITY

2012 2 012 COROLLA CORO COR OLLA OLL A

•

READER’S DIGEST AWARD FOR MOST TRUSTED BRAND RANKED #1 IN OVERALL CUSTOMER SATISFACTION For more IN-HOUSE AMAZING DEALS TOO HOT to mention here, visit us online

RICHMONDHILLTOYOTA.COM 905-889-1189 9144 Yonge St., Richmond Hill

AT RICHMOND HILL TOYOTA, WE SPEAK YOUR LANGUAGE: • KOREAN • RUSSIAN • UKRANIAN • POLISH • FILIPINO • HEBREW • ITALIAN • GREEK • SPANISH • NORWEGIAN • PERSIAN • VIETNAMESE • PORTUGUESE

Limited Time finance offers available from Toyota Financial Services O.A.C. Zero percent financing is available on all 2012 Corolla, Models over a 36 month period , 0.9% on 2012 Camry Models (gas engines only) and 1.9% on Highlander Models (gasoline engines only). Other great financing rates and terms exist on these models and our entire line up. Representative Finance example of $20000 at 0% over 36 months is $556 per month with a cost of borrowing of $0 and total obligation is $20000, $20000 at 0.9% over 36mths is $571.32 per month with a cost of borrowing of $282.59 and total obligation is $20,282.59, $20000 at 1.9% over 36 months is $580.13 per month with a cost of borrowing of $599.75 and a total obligation of $20,599.75. We also have very attractive lease rates on our entire line up over terms extending up to 60 months. We are able to provide bi weekly payments up to 84 months on all new vehicles and many used vehicles (conditions due apply) See dealer for specific rates and conditions. *Save up to an additional $1000! Pick an envelope from our “WALL OF SAVINGS” where you are guaranteed a minimum of $150 in additional savings up to a maximum of $1000 upon the purchase of a vehicle on July 19th, 20th or 21st 2012. Please present the voucher at the time of sale. Odds of winning the $1000 are 1 in 50. Also each vehicle purchase will receive up to $600 extra value bonus package, discount towards extended warranty and rust protection. All rights are reserved. Please see Richmond Hill Toyota for complete details.

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 6

EDITORIAL 905-881-3373 Fax: 905-881-9924 DISTRIBUTION 905-660-9887 50 East Beaver Creek, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1G6

ADVERTISING 905-943-6095 CLASSIFIED 905-884-1105

Editorial

Editor Bernie O’Neill boneill@yrmg.com

Advertising Mike Mathieu mmathieu@yrmg.com

ADMINISTRATION Regional Office Manager Melanie Attridge mattridge@yrmg.com

Circulation Systems Manager Carrie MacFarlane cmacfarlane@yrmg.com

York Region Media Group community newspapers The Thornhill Liberal, published every Thursday, is a division of the Metroland Media Group Ltd., a whollyowned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation. The Metroland family of newspapers is comprised of 100 community publications across Ontario. The York Region Media Group includes The Liberal, serving Richmond Hill and Thornhill, Vaughan Citizen, Markham Economist & Sun, Newmarket Era, Aurora Banner, Stouffville SunTribune, Georgina Advocate, Bradford-West Gwillimbury Topic and yorkregion.com.

LETTERS POLICY All submissions must be less than 400 words and include a daytime telephone number, name and address. The Liberal reserves the right to publish or not publish and to edit for clarity and space. Write: Letters to the Editor, The Liberal, 50 East Beaver Creek, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1G6 or e-mail to boneill@yrmg.com

Ontario Press Council Canadian Circulations Audit Board Member

ONTARIO PRESS COUNCIL

OPINION

General Manager John Willems

Director, Operations Barry Black

THE LIBERAL

Editor in Chief Debora Kelly

Director, Production Jackie Smart

50 East Beaver Creek, Richmond Hill L4B 1G6 www.yorkregion.com

Director, Business Administration Robert Lazurko

Director, Circulation Tanya Pacheco

Serving Richmond Hill and Thornhill since 1878

Publisher Ian Proudfoot

Director, Marketing and Sales Development Gord Paolucci

EDITORIAL

Epic battle big test for Liberals

There’s an epic school yard boxing match brewing with the big smackdown set for September when children head back to school. It’s going to be a bloody battle and one that is sure to draw even more attention since both sides have been pals for many years. In one corner is “education Premier” Dalton McGuinty, looking trim with his red gloves tentatively but steadfastedly raised for battle versus the collective favourites: Ontario’s teacher unions (except, of course, the Catholic teachers who recognized how good they have it and, admirably, backed out of the match). The other unions are spitting and frothing at the mouth, flailing their giant gloves in their amply generous and luxurious corner of the ring. The teachers are heavily favoured given their easy victories in the past, but the Liberals, this time, aren’t in a mood to be pushed around. The government is pressing on with its proposal to freeze and overhaul the generous teacher salary grid — although a heavy-handed approach didn’t likely help — after assessing the grave reality of Ontario’s ballooning deficit.

A wage freeze would bring beleaguered taxpayers long-term savings. Given Ontario’s 115,000 teachers are heavily contributing to the province’s multibillion-dollar shortfall, a wage freeze is necessary. Most teachers in Ontario can bank 20 sick days a year, up to 200 over their career and get paid a lump sum averaging $46,000 at retirement. This unrealistic payout has to end when you consider teachers’ sick days amount to a $1.7-billion liability with the province facing a $15-billion deficit, the ministry has said. So, it’s going to come down to how well the Liberals fare in this battle to reveal their true priorities and allegiance to citizens over unions. McGuinty must stand his ground to rid the province of frills we can’t afford; be it teachers or any other public-paid perks. Teachers don’t have the public’s sympathy in this matter when they blindly insist huge payouts on retirement are their right and privilege. It’s agreed a vast majority of our teachers are hard-working and dedicated but it doesn’t give them the right to hold society at ransom in their own self-interest.

Battle of allegiances? Time to break out white flag

t used to be that diplomats and foreign dignitaries were the only ones who flew flags from their cars. The flags were like a warning to others that they were on their way home from a function in a limousine and they may even be drunk. But they don’t care because they have diplomatic immunity, so look out! But all that has changed. Now anybody can fly a flag with the plastic mounting doohickey and I think everybody should. In fact, I might have to give in myself and get one of those car-mounted flags, the ones that fly off those little plastic deals you affix to the window to broadcast your allegiances to the world. The ones people flew in these parts during the Euro Cup of futbal. The ones that carry Toronto Maple Leafs flags — for a few hopeful weeks every October. It’s hard to explain why I’m giving in now, after all these years. I guess you’d say I can just feel the peer pressure from other drivers. It’s intense. Or maybe I just feel like I’ve been missing out on something. Although in my case maybe I should just fly a white flag, to signify “I surren-

Bernie O’Neill der”, I got the car flag, now leave me alone. The problem is I’ve always been too bashful to pull up beside somebody at an intersection and they’ve got one flag and I’ve got the other and there’s five of them in their car and just me in mine and the light’s taking forever to change and somehow I look over and make eye contact — never make eye contact! — and anyway, they stomp on my car and rip off my antenna (my car’s antenna, that is) and drive away. Perhaps I could just have a flag with the word “undecided” on it, so no one gives me dirty looks. “Too shy to reveal team allegiance”

might work on a flag, if you could fit in all the words. “Lover of all teams, fan of sports in general” would cover a lot of bases without offending anyone. You’d have to scrunch up the type to fit it on there. “Winning isn’t everything” or “It’s not about winning, it’s about participating and making friends” would send the right message for some of us parents as an example to our kids. Admittedly, once the Olympics arrive, many York Region residents will be flying flags of countries other than Canada, even though we are here, in Canada, all of us together, trying to make this all work. This used to bother me quite a bit, I admit — that we would fly the flags of countries other than our own. Of course I must have been home with the flu the day we studied flags of the world in grade school or I just have a hard time differentiating between flags — horizontal stripes, vertical stripes, of every colour, hammers, sickles, stars and more stripes — because half the time I don’t know which country other than Canada they are championing. (For all I knew they are supporting scuba diving or the Rotary Club.) But they are flying someone else’s flag, not the good old red and white

with the maple leaf in the middle. Should I let that bother me? Perhaps this is what being a multicultural country with hundreds of thousands of dual citizens is all about. You can cheer for the country you came from with a clear conscience — your right to have more than one culture has the official backing of the government and besides, except for First Nations people, we have all come here, or our ancestors have come here, in the recent past, relatively speaking. Nothing wrong with giving props to the homeland, no? I guess I have mellowed, taken a different perspective — as in, as long as their income taxes are being deducted at source, they can cheer for whomever they want. And besides, it’s all in good fun — I’m sure they still love Canada, peaceful land of taxpayer funded health care, surrounded on three sides by ocean and bordering on a benevolent but possibly waning superpower to the south. Trust me, if and when Canada does win a gold medal or two at the summer Olympics, I will be as proud as anyone — proud that we have a great and free country but also proud that so many people want to call Canada home — even if some have an odd way of showing it.

Spectacular Anniversary Savings Inside!

Re: YRAA moves to rein in Colts powerhouse, June 21. Staff writer John Cudmore shares with us the collective sigh of relief coming from York Region high school gymnasiums from a motion passed at the York Region Athletic Association annual general meeting. Starting after Sept. 4, students attending Bill Crothers Secondary School will be required to declare their primary sport and will not be permitted to play at a high school level in that activity. Is this truly the optimum solution to a reality forthcoming ever since BCSS opened? It wouldn’t be unusual for an elite basketball player to also be an elite cross-country runner, high jumper and soccer player. How is such an athlete to decide what her/his “declared” sport is? Is this fair to the athlete, to make this decision at 14 years of age? Bottom line, this ruling will do little to change the landscape of York Region sports. BCSS athletes and sports teams will continue to dominate. Further, it is absolutely ludicrous to establish a sports high school and then not allow students to participate in the sports in which they excel. You wouldn’t establish a school for the arts and tell students they can’t take art because their paintings are superior, which would demean the value of students taking art at other high schools. I believe the solution takes a more creative response than forbidding players to play their primary sport.

BCSS athletic manager Derrick Stryker is on the right path when he speaks of establishing another level beyond York Region for the most competitive teams. Only through such outside strong competition can the competitive level of BCSS athletes rise and truly become the “very best they can be”. Of course, this takes considerable vision, conviction, fortitude and, of course, money. Perhaps with such marvelous state-ofthe-art facilities, inviting competitive teams to Unionville for tournaments is a solution. If this model is successful, other boards in the GTA will also establish sports high schools and a natural competitive playing field will exist. Until then, creative “outside-of-the-box” thinking will be necessary, not forcing BCSS athletes to declare their primary sport and then disallowing such elite athletes to participate in their passion.

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, May 24, 2012, 34

Bill Crothers will still dominate

7, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

L E T T E R S T O T SPORTS: H E E D ISetting T O R sights on Mann Cup next

Local lacrosse pro breaks ch

would appear no one politically in power is options for the chronic lyme patient are prepared to review, let alone change, blood still non-existent in the public health system testing protocols. with the result Ontarians either travel to the Ontario continues to utilize the two-tier U.S., seek alternate care remedies, all at their Elisa testing protocol which has and contin- own expense or suffer in silence awaiting the ues toBY failMICHAEL Ontarians. dayteam. for the systemthing to “get it”. in my lacrosse HAYAKAWA before a championship Whymhayakawa@yrmg.com we continue to use the least But reliable It remains so disappointing to me that Campbell finally got career. test as the front-line lyme test is beyond me. those despite all of the recent “awareness” ini“The three main trophies to exorcise demons Scottthis Campbell When system thought fails to identify lyme tiatives, these latter two issues remain as a member of the Roch- you try to win as a lacrosse there was a hex lingerinfection, as it most often does, patients untouched and unresolved. player are the Minto Cup ester miss Knighthawks when ing over him whenever he the opportunity for quick, effectivethey treatment Perhaps the Green Party’s in junior A, Elizabeth the MannMay Cup defeated the visiting played lacrosse. and quite apart from their personal loss of can achieve what we in the lyme community and the Edmonton Rush 9-6 in Sat- in the major series During his days in playhealth and employment, often undergo end- cannot. Our most sincere thanks to her for urday’s NLL’s championship Championship Cup. I’m ingalternative at the junior A, that majormust less testing cost the stepping up and trying. finally fortunate to grab one final. and in the National Lacrosse already seriously taxed health system dearly. “It sure felt good,” said (Championship BRUCECup). SHILTON League, thewould 30-year-old Second, it appear treatment RICHMOND HILL “I thought I was cursed.” Markham native never had the eight-year NLL veteran Having just missed winthe good fortune of being on defender, “ I hadn’t won any-

nin join yea jun wit afte had pla Roc one Ch ing we bel hoi Cu

wh wit the

RAOUL A. BAUMGARTNER UNIONVILLE

Little done on lyme treatment

ear bre the wo sec up def ing

Re: Lyme crusaders deserve praise, editorial, June 14. Thank you for recognizing the efforts of local citizens who are attempting to bring lyme disease issues to the forefront of the public eye. While great strides have been made recently in terms of awareness, I regret to report no real progress is being made on two very important related issues. First, despite repeated requests to both federal and provincial health authorities, it

the nit his doe jus

HOW FAST CAN YOU DECIDE? TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FINAL OFFERS ON THE ENTIRE 2012 INFINITI LINE UP. Experience everything you love about summer in our Infiniti G Line. Line Each model boasts iimpressive i performance f with ith over 320 horsepower, h and d luxurious l i Infiniti I fi iti styling. t li Guaranteed G t d to turn heads everywhere you go. But hurry, this incredible offer won’t last long. Visit your local Infiniti retailer today or visit infiniti.ca for more details.

Your choice

Red Star or Rio Annuals

• 328 HP STANDARD

Mulch

Your choice

each

$ 00

2012 INFINITI G CONVERTIBLE • POWER RETRACTABLE HARDTOP

each

Store Hours: ALTA INFINITI

7 am - 11 DEALER pm ONTARIO’S #1 INFINITI

or 2 for $

each

10 ALTA INFINITI

Lease / Finance APR

S G 4

True Temper Assorted Hand Tools from

S T L F

1.9%

Manufacture Cash Incentives up to $5000.00

each

P S

ALTAmate Sales, 700 CENTRE ST. ALTAmate Service, ALTAmate Experience 905-709

5585 Hwy 7 West, Woodbridge

1 877 597 9418

• CLASS-LEADING 330 HP

2012 INFINITI G SEDAN

10” Assorted Hanging Basket

$ 00 Assorted colours. 2 cu. ft.

2012 INFINITI G COUPE

infiniti.ca

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 8

Spectacular Anniversary Savings Inside!

STRIKE UP THE BAND

Overcoming adversity earns student scholarship BY STEPHEN KEARSE

STAFF PHOTO/STEVE SOMERVILLE

Local singer-songwriter Derek Christie and his bandmates, Lauren Augustyn (right), Steve Frise and John Pappas, performed songs Monday from Derek’s CD’s Secrets and Deep Roots Radio outside the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts.

FREE Presented by

July 24 Hollywood Live Musical Production of Michael Bublé featuring Paul Schwarz Mackenzie Glen District Park 220 Cranston Park Avenue, Maple

Event Sponsor

July 31 The Toronto All-Star Big Band York Hill District Park

501 Clark Avenue, Thornhill

vaughan.ca

Despite the added stress, Ms. Tao maintained strong grades, kept her place on the school volleyball team and even found time to volunteer at her former school. In her application, Ms. Tao wrote at length about “how motivated I was to get to university and create a future for myself.” Ms Tao was also awarded the St. Vincent De Paul Scholarship, for students living in Oak Ridges. The Horatio Alger scholarship win is special, though, because it was her first application last October. Even though she had just begun charting out her future at that point, she had a good feeling about the Horatio Alger. “You know how you believe something’s going to happen and then it happens?” said Ms Tao. “I believed I was going to win it and I worked really hard on it. When I got it, I was like, ‘Finally!’” For more information on the Horatio Alger Association of Canada or its scholarship, visit horatioalger.org

We are seeking individuals to serve as a volunteer Board Member or Community Member for our new major regional healthcare provider serving all of Southwest York Region. Mackenzie Health includes two hospitals, Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital and the future Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, as well as a network of community-based services. Mackenzie Health’s vision is to create a world-class health experience.

Concerts! Note: All concerts are held weather permitting. All concerts begin at 7:30pm.

A Richmond Hill teenager has been included on a list of 20 students to receive $5,000 from the Horatio Alger Association of Canada. Richmond Hill High School graduate Julia Tao will also receive financial guidance in selecting and preparing for postsecondary education, access to helpful association resources on its website and access to a toll-free line information line with program co-ordinators. Selected applicants were judged to have achieved ambitious academic goals while overcoming great adversity. The winners home towns ranged from Windsor to Thunder Bay and across southern Ontario. Ms. Tao, 18, will be studying commerce at Queen’s University this fall and hopes to one-day work in marketing or finance. But it hasn’t been an easy road to this point for the young woman. “In my past, there’s been financial instability in my house and my parents aren’t together anymore.”

August 7 Elevation International U2 Tribute Band North Thornhill Community Centre, Outdoor Amphitheatre 300 Pleasant Ridge Avenue, Thornhill

With the mandate to plan, build and operate the future Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, Mackenzie Health is dedicated to quality care and to meet patient needs now and in the future. Mackenzie Health’s current 2,200 staff, 370 affiliated physicians, and 900 volunteers provide expert and professional care to our vibrant and diverse communities. As a potential Board or Community Member, you have demonstrated senior level skills with management or governance experience. You have a proven track record of successfully working with groups or committees to achieve objectives. Special expertise in human resources and/or information technology would help to complement our current membership. If you are able to volunteer 10 to 15 hours per month in meeting preparation and attendance and are interested in helping your community, then we want to hear from you. We welcome individuals who represent the diversity of cultures, ethnicity and walks of life in the Region. We look forward to hearing from you about your background and expertise. Send your resumé to nominations@mackenziehealth.ca and for more information call (905) 883-1212 ext. 7406. Deadline for submission of resumés is July 26, 2012. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

From page 1.

vulnerable group. Called Swim to Survive+ (Plus), the program teaches Grade 7 students how to survive an unexpected fall into deep water while wearing clothes and teaches the basic skills to help a friend in deep water. The idea for a teen-oriented program was mobilized by last year’s drownings in Stouffville. Sabrina Alibhai, 15, and Gift Diji, 16, were paddling in a dinghy on Musselman’s Lake when one of the girls, a weaker swimmer, apparently went into the water and her friend tried to save her. “That incident really resonated with us,” Ms Byers said. “A lot went wrong.” Witnesses said the girls were not wearing life jackets, did not have proper boating equipment or training and were without supervision, a scenario Ms Byers said is common among teenagers. A recent coroner’s report lists a disturbing number of similar incidents, from the young female immigrant, a non-swimmer, who drowned while swimming with friends at a public beach at night, to the 18-year-old male who ignored rough water signs at a provincial park and disappeared under the waves and the 19-year-old female who, though a strong swimmer, drowned after drinking on a boat. Swim to Survive+ follows the 2010 Chief Coroner’s Drowning Review recommendation for advanced water safety programs before children reach high school. Michael McGee, who teaches swimming in his backyard Aurora pool, thinks it’s a good idea. “It’s an age where they’re influenced by friends, and spending time at cottages.” Yorick Tong, aquatic supervisor in WhitchurchStouffville, thinks it’s a good idea. “We want to reach kids before they start high school and start partying and going to friends at the cottage,” he said.

“Their social/emotional network takes control and they’re looking for ways to get a rush from those behaviours,” she said. “They overestimate their ability and infallibility ... and seek immediate rewards.” Boys especially seek risks — jumping from the highest cliff, for example — because of “complex interaction between behaviours and society” and it usually doesn’t change until age 25, she said. More than 1,000 teenagers have already participated in the pilot version of the Swim to Survive+ program, Ms Byers said. The society is seeking $1 million in funding to roll out the course provincewide. Meantime, parents can help keep their teenage children be safe by setting a good example, Ms Morrish said. “If you show them you are being safe, they won’t think it’s not as important or only a child’s game and when they grow up, they don’t have to anymore.” She also encourages teenagers to understand how to take risks as safely as possible and to instill key messages, such as “look first”, “wear the gear” and “get trained”.

9, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

National Drowning Prevention Week starts Monday

STAFF PHOTO/SUSIE KOCKERSCHEIDT

Michael McGee, who teaches swimming in his back-yard Aurora pool, agrees with a coroner’s report calling for advanced water safety programs before children reach high school.

If you ou’v ’ve e ne neve verr ex expe peri rien ence ced d th the e do domi mina nanc nce e of an In Infi fini niti ti,, th then en you ou’v ’ve e ne neve verr ex expe peri rien ence ced d dr driv ivin ing g in its pur ures estt fo form rm. The Th e EX EX35 35,, wi with th an im impo posi sing ng 297 HP V6 eng ngin ine, e, and the con onﬁ ﬁde denc nce e to tak ake e on any roa oad. d.

‘Instinct to go in’

CASH PRICE

LEASE SPECIAL 2012 EX 35

Brand New

2012 EX 35 2012 INFINITI EX35

Journey PKG.

39,947

Only $ • 297 Horsepower STK #H3845 • Intelligent AWD • Leather-Appointed Interior

+HST

Brand New Luxury pkg.

$399/mo +

HST

(39 mo Lease)

1.9% APR.

WITH TOTAL OF $4400 due on delivery 16,000 km/yr Allowance $22,515 + HST Optional Buyback

��

“The instinct, when a friend is in distress, is to go in after them, but they’re not prepared for what can happen. Even an adult is not as strong as they think, especially when someone’s panicking in the water and climb on you to get above water to breathe. It’s not like the rescues you see on TV.” A similar drowning prevention program, Swim to Survive, has been successful with Grade 3 students, he said and reduced drownings among children in that age group. The Plus program would help older children with more realistic scenarios, including the experience of falling into water wearing clothes. “It’s quite dramatic, the difference between wearing a jeans and hoodie versus a bathing suit,” said Brook Beatty, aquatic co-ordinator at Vaughan’s Garnet A Williams Centre outdoor pool in Thornhill. It’s a skill taught in the bronze swimming level, but is valuable to everyone, especially newcomers to Canada, said Ms Byers. Immigrants often have different knowledge or experiences around issues of water safety and a family that isn’t comfortable with swimming may choose to simply avoid water, she said. “That strategy may be effective (although not advisable) when kids are young, but not when they’re older ... There’s so much water in Ontario, it’s not possible to stay away, which is why you need to know what to do if someone gets into difficulty.” Adrian Wong, Markham’s community recreation coordinator, said this summer’s warm weather and beckoning lakes can be deceptive because hypothermia can still occur in water that is 20 C. A 22-year-old man was taken to hospital with hypothermia after being rescued in Lake Ontario Sunday. The challenge with any water safety program will be to get pre-teens to “buy in”, Mr. Wong said. “We need to find a way to market it or build a rapport with schools.” Peer pressure is a big factor, agreed Stouffville lifeguard Aleena Dipede, 19, “but even if swimming is not your thing, it’s an important life skill”. Jayne Morrish, research co-ordinator with Parachute (formerly of SMARTRISK), blames adolescent brain development.

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 10

Environmentalist continues creek cleanup BY ADAM MC LEAN

amclean@yrmg.com

Its been another summer spent wading through weeds, water and waste, as Richmond Hill Naturalist Joe Agg continues to fight for the town’s creeks. Unfortunately, the work of Mr. Agg and other volunteers is still needed, even after they cleaned areas of the German Mills Creek multiple times last year. Spending most of his weekends in rubber boots and slogging around town-maintained greenways, the shores of German Mills Creek have become like a second home for Mr. Agg, a Richmond Hill naturalist, the past two summers. Last year, he started cleaning the creek he used to play in as a child. That year, his cleanup produced 380 large garbage bags of litter, 70 bags of recyclables, 27 shopping carts, seven bicycles, a barbecue, a can of kerosene, a suitcase and even snowmobile tracks. Still, from Hwy. 7, travelling north to the creek’s headwaters, north of Gamble Road, you will typically find Mr. Agg, 70, on a Saturday or Sunday, accompanied by volunteers, cleaning the stream. He and a team of about 20 volunteers spent Sunday collecting 26 garbage bags of litter and recycling found in and around the creek at Crosby Avenue. Unfortunately, as he witnessed during last year’s cleanup, Mr. Agg describes the Crosby area of German Mills, as a dump site. What ends up in the creek at Crosby isn’t simply a result of carelessness and wind. Much of what Mr. Agg found Sunday appeared

STAFF PHOTO/STEVE SOMERVILLE

Joe Agg with some of his garbage stabbing and pick-up tools and collection buckets he uses to clean German Mills Creek. to be deliberately dumped, he said. “Crosby was a heavy day; one of the biggest we’ve had in a while,” Mr. Agg said. “We could see that landscapers dump a lot of their twigs and brush into the creek and when you go down a little path from the road to the water, it looked like a landfill site. It’s sad,” he added. He spent hundreds of volunteer hours at the creek, only for another 26 bags of litter to come out of an area he repeatedly cleaned last year. Mr. Agg’s efforts and helping raise awareness for the health of local streams garnered

plans to complete his annual German Mills cleanup, within three weeks. He then plans to shift focus to other Richmond Hill creeks in need of a clean up, including the East Don and Rouge rivers. Along with his physical effort, Mr. Agg said he’s also recently crafted a package, containing 40 suggestions, to combat the litter issue, which he will present to the town. Step one, begins with garbage days, said Mr. Agg, particularly the windy garbage days. While Mr. Agg is all for recycling, he’s not a fan of the current blue box set up, which can create litter, following spills on windy days. Instead, Mr. Agg said he would like to see clear plastic bags used for recycling pick-up or blue bins equipped with caps. Mr. Agg said he’s mentioned these solutions to the town and told blue box alternatives will have to wait until new curbside pickup contract talks take place between the town and Miller Waste. The current contract expires April 1, 2014. With two more creeks to clean on his list, residents will likely see Mr. Agg and his team, cleaning up to and beyond that date. Mr. Agg said residents and passers-by often take notice of his work and just last weekend, a residents dropped off a case of water for the group to thank them. “That was really nice,” said Mr. Agg. “It’s nice that people appreciate our work, but this intentional dumping is something we need to change. It’s a way of thinking that we see each day and is not acceptable,” he added. While he attracts many student volunteers, Mr. Agg said he is searching for some more adult volunteers.

the naturalist a volunteer recognition award from Richmond Hill Mayor Dave Barrow in December. Despite the disappointment of the Crosby discovery, Mr. Agg’s efforts appear to be paying off in some areas that appear cleaner than last year. “I’m not sure if it’s our efforts or if more people are getting the message, but there has been improvement,” he added. However, along with thousands of plastic bottles, Mr. Agg and volunteers have also recovered a shower chair, car seat, skis and even a chesterfield, from the creek, this summer. Mr. Agg plans to tackle the creek at the it’s Canyon Hill Road crossing, northwest of For more information or to contact Joe, e-mail, Yonge and Elgin Mills Road, Saturday and joe.agg@hotmail.com

OUR QUALIFIED DESIGN CONSULTANTS ARE READY TO ASSIST YOU!

www.kwoodkitchens.com

A Suite Suite Deal! Deal!

10605 07/12

At Revera – Glynnwood, your needs will be met and expectations far exceeded, as you experience our unwavering commitment to service and resort-inspired amenities.

• Spacious renovated studios and 1 & 2 bedroom suites • Chef-prepared meals with dining & menu options • Walking distance to medical services, malls & parks • Beautifully landscaped grounds with a pond, walking path & putting green • Signature ﬁtness, recreation and leisure programs

Join us for an upcoming event and tour! RSVP today. Space is limited.

K-Wood is pleased to offer free, no obligation estimates! Glynnwood 7700 Bayview Ave Thornhill

905-881-9475

reveraliving.com Revera: Canadian owned for 50 years with more than 250 locations.

and Move in today s d n sa enjoy thou* in savings. er. *Limited time off apply. Some conditions

Experience the Present Thursday, July 26th, 2 – 4 pm A food demonstration celebrating current local, in season produce. Planning for the Future Tuesday, August 14th, 2 – 4 pm A seminar on real estate, the moving and downsizing process.

SCAN FOR MORE INFO

OUR SHOWROOM IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 9AM TO 6PM WEEKDAYS AND 9AM TO 5PM SATURDAYS

36 Continental Place | Scarborough | 416-332-0381

By Aaron Zaltzman

Krystal Tieu just wanted better options for lunch at school. This was the inspiration for an idea that recently won her a $5,000 RESP and a one-week trip to Cooperative Young Leaders Camp as part of the Search for Ontario’s Next Great Co-operative, hosted by Meridian. Meridian, Ontario’s largest credit union, put together the contest to allow Ontario students

14 to 17 to learn about the cooperative business model, which encourages a partnership of mutual benefit. Krystal was inspired by the cuisine at her high school to submit an entry entitled “The Ripe Ones”. Her goal was to offer students better selections when eating at school. “After buying my sandwich and taking my first bite, I realized why barely anyone eats from the caf-

eteria, and why cafeteria food has such a bad label,” Krystal, 15, said. “We have to put up with the weather and cross a busy street just to avoid eating bad tasting, and sometimes a little overpriced cafeteria food. “This idea is what sparked the beginning of the Ripe Ones.” Her idea would see cafeterias team up with local organic farmers and producers to supply students with healthier options. “Living in

Markham, we are lucky to have so much usable farm space that most of us just brush off or forget about,” Krystal explained. “In order to preserve our farms that are part of Markham’s heritage and save school cafeterias, the Ripe Ones give students the chance to be heard, call the shots and make a difference.” For an annual fee of $5, students would not only have access to better food options, but would also get

to provide their input about which foods they want to see served. “My mission is to educate, promote, and build an overall awareness about the importance of healthy eating habits, and to influence the younger generations to make a change in their everyday diets to lead healthier lives,“ Krystal said. Krystal said she is planning on presenting her co-operative plan to her school first, and she hopes the idea will spread.

11, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Student takes co-operative approach to better school lunches

DROP IN TO DROP OFF York Region Community Environmental Centres (CECs) provide a convenient, one-stop location to drop off a variety of reusable and recyclable materials to be diverted from landfill.

Rd. E

leary

404

McC

Cour

way

High

McCleary Court Community Environmental Centre

Keele S

Mills

Rd.

Jane St.

Ave. Elgin

404

Bayview

Elgin Mills Community Environmental Centre

staff

Lang

one Rd

McClEary Court CoMMunity EnvironMEntal CEntrE 130 McCleary Court, City of Vaughan

Creditst

Ave. 19th

Leslie S

Elgin Mills CoMMunity EnvironMEntal CEntrE 1124 Elgin Mills Road East, Town of Richmond Hill

Hours oF oPEration: Thursday to Monday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Extended hours Thursdays until 7 p.m. from April 1 to October 31.

Community Environmental Centres accept a wide variety of items to be reused, recycled or disposed, including: rEusE DroP-oFF† (free of charge) • Books, CDs and DVDs • BBQs (clean, working condition) • Cabinets • Clothing • Doors • Fabrics and textiles • Furniture • Hardware and tools • Housewares • Light fixtures • Lumber • Plumbing fixtures • Tools • Windows

rECyCling (free of charge) • Blue Box items • Cardboard (flattened) • Clean fill / soil • Compact fluorescent light bulbs (energy efficient) • Concrete and rubble • Drywall • Electronics (e.g. cameras, cell phones, computers, televisions, VCRs)

• Household batteries (e.g. AAA, AA, C, D, 9V) • Large metal appliances • Refrigerated appliances* • Scrap metal • Shredded paper (in clear plastic bags) • Tires (limit of four per visit) • Wood (untreated lumber)

WastE DisPosal • Non-reusable goods* • Non-recyclable goods* not aCCEPtED • Household Hazardous Waste • Green Bin organics • Industrial waste • Yard waste • Loads greater than a 14-foot cube van *Items are subject to a fee. Goodwill and Habitat for Humanity reserve the right to refuse items they feel are not reusable or resalable.

†

For more information on York Region waste management programs and services, please visit www.york.ca/waste or call 1-877-449-9675 ext. 3000.

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 12

‘You are stuffed by the end’ From page 1.

where the decor is inspired by all things feline, including kitty figurines, cat teapots and framed pictures of cats. The cafe uses natural meat and free range products, owner Brian Rowsell said. The meat is traditionally farmed without using drugs or hormones. The cows are grass not grain fed. They use chickens raised by Mennonites. Mr. Rowsell said he is known for having the best coffee in the city. “It is a big coffee flavour with no aftertaste ... it is not a wishy-washy coffee. It doesn’t have the bitterness of some of the majors,” he said. The sampling at this stop will likely include a scoop of ice cream. The cafe carries Kawartha Dairy ice cream, which everyone seems to like, he said. It’s made the oldfashioned way with real cream. But Liberty Burgers & Wings is quite different from the kitschy cat coffee place. It is modern with lots of black and red decor, a framed photograph of the Empire State Building and another of the Statue of

Liberty. It offers an interesting selection of burger toppings, such as the Greek staple, Tzatziki, along with guacamole. Smoked cheddar Poutine is on the menu, too. Some days, it’s all owners Yolanda and Aidin Shahi sell. “We were making gravy non-stop,” Mr. Shahi said. Dishcrawl will include four stops with three sampling portions per stop. “You are stuffed by the end,” Ms Wilson said. Dishcrawl will likely include 40 people split into two groups. Ms Wilson will drop hints on facebook and twitter about the other restaurants to be included in Dishcrawl. She hopes Markham will host more dishcrawl events in the future. “We will try to do it every other month, if not, every other month at different restaurants,” she said. Tickets are $59, which includes all food. Participants can purchase drinks. Go to dishcrawl.com/Markham for tickets.

STAFF PHOTO/SJOERD WITTEVEEN

Yolanda and Aidin Shahi, owners of Liberty Burgers and Wings at 144 Main St. in Markham, promote the concept of Dishcrawl set for Markham, which comes to the city for the first time July 25.

Life without hot water is no fun When you have a water heater problem, you need help fast. That’s why Direct Energy has 750 licensed repair technicians here in Ontario. When you call, we’ll be right there. In fact, we’re right there* for thousands of Direct Energy rental water heater customers each month. Competitive rental rates. Economical Energy Star® qualified water heaters. Fast, professional service.

for fast service you can count on.

Call 1-866-502-0034 or visit hotwaterstraighttalk.com

*Over the last 2 years Direct Energy has attended to hot water calls 88% of the time within 24 hours. ®Reproduced with permission of the Minister of Natural Resources, Canada 2010. ™Direct Energy and the lightning bolt design are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Direct Energy Marketing Limited in the United States and/or Canada.

By L.H. Tiffany Hsieh

thsieh@yrmg.com

Two representatives of York Region are among 27 leaders named regional transportation champions in Toronto Friday. Canadian Automobile Association South Central Ontario executive director Faye Lyons, whose office is based in Thornhill, and IBM Canada vice-president

Graeme McKay, who works in Markham, will be part of a group to represent millions of people across the greater Toronto and Hamilton area. Ms Lyons and Mr. McKay are the only members representing York to join the first wave of champions assembled by the Greater Toronto CivicAction Alliance, a coalition of senior and rising business, non-

profit, government, academic and community leaders in the Golden Horseshoe area. Other champions are from Toronto, Mississauga, Hamilton, Oshawa and Oakville. Each will reach out to people in their area to get the conversation going about transportation funding, Ms Lyons said. “It’s about regional infrastruc-

ture ... It’s not a new subject,” she said. “You can live in York Region, but you might drive in to Hamilton every day. That’s how people travel.” CAA has participated in the discussion for some time and will reach out to its 1.8 million members in south-central Ontario, Ms Lyons said. The campaign kicks off in the fall

inviting people to share why transportation is important to them and what they are willing to do about it. Everyone in the Golden Horseshoe is invited to take part. CivicAction is calling on other leaders to join the campaign when it launches. To follow the campaign, sign up at civicaction.ca/regional-transportation

13, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Duo to champion transportation in GTA

WOODHILL GARDEN CENTRE

PINK DAY

Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Proceeds to be Donated to the BMO Financial Group Breast Cancer Diagnostic Centre at North York General Hospital

Sunday July 22nd 11:00 to 4:00 B.B.Q. • 11:30 to 3:00 Silent Auction • 11:00 to 3:00 Many other Events . . . BUY A BALLOON – POP A BALLOON for a chance to

WIN UP TO 100% OF YOUR PURCHASE! UP TO

30% OFF

Emerald Cedars & Japanese Maples

UP TO

50% OFF

Hibiscus, Bougainvillea & Mandavilla (tropical varieties)

320 Steeles Ave E just east of Bayview Ave 905-889-2917

10% OF ALL RETAIL SALES TO BE DONATED

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 14

South Asian Festival showcases community By Simone Joseph

sjoseph@yrmg.com

STAFF PHOTO/STEVE SOMERVILLE

Jobson Easow, co-chairperson of the upcoming Markham South Asian Festival, is originally from a tropical region along India’s southwest coastline. Mr. Easow’s first winter, he remembers huge amounts of snow falling. It was a difficult transition, he says.

Jobson Easow still remembers the bewilderment he felt after moving to Canada in 1993, from Kerala, a tropical region along India’s southwest coast. Kerala is a tourist destination in Asia on account of its pleasing climate, long shoreline and serene beaches. Mr. Easow arrived in Canada in the fall. By December, he remembers huge amounts of snow falling. He recalls walking home backwards because it was easier that way. He felt a long way from his tropical homeland “I was thinking where did I come up? Where did I land?” The then 28-year-old settled in Hamilton and met few other South Asians. “I went through a hard time,” he said. Today, the Markham resident has come a long way from that difficult start. Now, he is encouraging people to immerse themselves in South Asian culture. Mr. Easow is co-chairperson of the upcoming Markham South Asian Festival 2012, a festival started last year. People from the Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bengali and

Bhutan communities are involved in the festival. Mr. Easow hopes the festival will expand to other nationalities, too. Similar festivals serve an important purpose, said Mr. Easow, who has worked on Markham’s race relations committee and as cochairperson of Many Faces of Markham. “They give the opportunity to let the community know there is a South Asian community present here,” Mr. Easow said. The Markham Fire Department and Markham Stouffville Hospital are interested in having a booth at the festival, he said. The festival will feature: • Food stalls serving dishes from different parts of South Asia • Merchandise stalls • Children’s play area • Health and well-being section providing information on healthy living, disease prevention and natural therapies • Entertainment showcasing South Asian cultural heritage Organizers estimate more than 5,000 people will attend.

FESTIVAL INFO The festival is July 28, beginning at 4 p.m. at Markham’s Featherstone Park, at Middlefield Road and High Glen Avenue.

new ALl

w sh0o12! 2

VAUGHAN INTERCHANGE PARKING LOT

JULY 27 • 7:30PM JULY 28 • 12 NOON, 4:00PM & 7:30PM JULY 29 • 1:00PM & 5:00PM

Magical Moments

MARKHAM

FIRST MARKHAM PLACE PARKING LOT

AUGUST 2 • 7:30PM AUGUST 3 • 4:00PM & 7:30PM AUGUST 4 • 12 NOON, 4:00PM & 7:30PM AUGUST 5 • 12 NOON, 4:00PM & 7:30PM AUGUST 6 • 1:00PM & 5:00PM

Moments are just a click awa Your Magical y...

BUY 2 FOR THE PRICE OF 1 iMarkTickets.com

DISCOUNT TICKETS WITH PROMO CODE: HORSE

TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT TICKETS, BRING THIS AD TO: BOSTON PIZZA-VAUGHAN, CITY TELECOM OR HAPPY NEWS-MARKHAM OR THE BIG TOP BOX OFFICE-OPEN DAILY AT 10AM ON SHOW DAYS. CASH SALES ONLY. All animals are treated humanely and are properly cared for at all times. Acts subject to change.

THE RIGHT JOB IS OUT THERE, WE’LL HELP YOU FIND IT EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

• Information and Resources for Job Searching • Employment Coaching • Job Development Services

EMPLOYER SERVICES

• Job Posting Services • Job Matching • Hiring Incentives

VAUGHAN WORKFORCE SKILLS CENTRE

1490 Major Mackenzie Drive West Unit D5 Vaughan, ON L6A 4H6 905.417.1781

EMPLOYMENT

ONTARIO This Employment Ontario service is funded in part by the Government of Canada.

Spectacular Anniversary Savings Inside!

SALE PRICES IN EFFECT FRIDAY, JULY 20 TO THURSDAY, JULY 26, 2012

! e l c s e b e r r a t m a e e 3 o y 0 C

$ 99

Product of U.S.A. 6 oz. Pkg.

¢ Each

U.S.D.A Select

StriPloinS

DriSColl raSPbErriES

1, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Visit our Web site at www.concordfoodcentre.com

SEaltESt ChoColatE Milk

Per lb. 15.41 kg.

SaPuto Mini Friulano ChEESE 500g

99 6

¢ $ 99

Each

aurora EXtra VirGin oliVE oil 750 ml

$ 00 Each

Each

aurora PoMEGranatE JuiCE

$ 00 Each

Visit our Web site at www.concordfoodcentre.com

Sale prices in effect Friday, July 20 to Thursday, July 26, 2012

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 2

3, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Spectacular Anniversary Savings!

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 4

Spectacular Anniversary Savings Inside!

! n o s a e S y r r It’s Be Honey Almond Cream with Berries IngredIents: 1 cup no-salt-added 1% cottage cheese ½ cup nonfat or light sour cream ¼ cup honey ½ tsp almond extract

Joe greco and his son r Anthony on a trip to rainie Farms in Washington, evaluating the crop.

About Concord Food Centre Behind our success lie tradition, quality, and freshness. The tradition began back in the 1930's when Joseph Greco who immigrated to Canada from Italy opened a fruit stand on the Danforth, in Toronto. His legacy for quality produce of the highest caliber became renowned and to this day remains the core of our philosophy. We only sell the freshest fruits and vegetables available. His grandson, President and Produce Buyer, Joe Greco visits the Ontario Food Terminal four times a week to hand pick the produce, ensuring customers always have the freshest fruits and vegetables to choose from. The tradition continues, as Anthony Greco, joins his father and becomes the fourth generation to ensure the continuing success of the family business. Today the two locations, Concord Food Centre in Thornhill, and Oak Ridges Food Market in Richmond Hill, are committed to taking great care to purchase, produce, and present the finest, freshest, grocery, meat, produce, deli, bakery, and prepared foods. Each department offers a wide selection that caters to the conventional and natural food shopper. Our Choose Wellness program is dedicated to highlighting some of our more natural products to help promote a balanced lifestyle.

1 pint fresh strawberries (about 2 cups) ½ pint fresh raspberries (about 1 cup) ½ pint fresh blueberries (about 1 cup) ½ cup slivered almonds, dry-roasted

1. In a food processor or blender, process cottage cheese for one minute. Scrape sides of container and process for one minute, or until smooth. Transfer to an airtight container; refrigerate for about 8 hours, or until firm. 2. Put cottage cheese in a medium bowl; gently fold in sour cream. Fold in honey and almond extract. (At this point, mixture can be refrigerated for up to two days in an airtight container.) 3. At serving time, slice strawberries; in a medium bowl, gently combine with other berries. Spoon about 1/3 cup (75 mL) berries into each of 12 individual bowls or goblets. Top each serving with about 2 tbsp (30 mL) cream mixture, then sprinkle each with almonds Makes 12 servings

Our Difference Shop and Compare... Quality speaks for itself! All our competitors claim to be FRESH - but we deliver! Our Mission Statement “We are committed to sourcing, preparing, and presenting the finest quality foods. We offer conventional and natural foods at affordable prices, so that consumers who value and appreciate the very best in fresh and personal service will prefer our shopping experience. Our family values are reflected through loyalty to our team members, ethical treatment of our suppliers and support of our communities.” Corporate Philosophy We embody the full range of grocery retailing formats, blending price, service and most importantly quality, that best addresses the communities that we serve. Through the food we sell, we become an integral part of how people enjoy and live their lives.

offsets for its significant realty interests which Canada wishes to include,” Mr. Chiarelli said. The letter, copied to Premier Dalton Ontario’s government wants “appropriMcGuinty and Federal Finance Minister Jim ate and adequate compensation” for land it Flaherty, also said the future park “is bisected would donate to a federal Rouge National by multiple major provincial transportation Urban Park. and electricity infrastructure that must be The demand, never expressed publicly, maintained and upgraded over time. Ontario was sent by Ontario Infrastructure Minister has yet to receive assurance from Parks CanaBob Chiarelli directly to Federal Environda officials that the continuity and function of these significant assets will be respected.” It added the province will take part in discussions between the governments “with the understanding Ontario requires resolution of these details prior to obtaining the necessary approvals to commit to land transfers”. In Scarborough for an announcement on June 25, Mr. Kent said the park’s landholders, a group which includes the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, were making progress toward an agreement to transfer their lands to the federal Parks Canada agency. The Conservative government expects the agreement to be signed this fall, Mr. Kent said. “There’s unanimity in moving forward with the creation of the park.” Mr. Kent said his government was willing to pay for small privately-owned parcels in the park, provided they were between large public landholdings. Neither Mr. Kent nor Parks Canada has indicated publicly they would compensate the province, which owns TRCA land, or municipal partners such as Toronto or Markham. Mr. Chiarelli was asked why compensaFriends of the Rouge Watershed’s Andrew Farnsworth plants a monkey flower in a field off tion was necessary and what level of payment would be appropriate. His press secre14th Avenue in Markham in this file photo. tary David Salter responded with a statement June 28 repeating the letter’s position Ontario By MIKE ADLER

madler@insidetoronto.com

ment Minister Peter Kent last month. Ontario, Mr. Chiarelli tells Mr. Kent, owns two-thirds of the land in the proposed federal park, which a June 24 letter said the province acquired and protected at significant expense over a few decades. “An important component of building the park is ensuring that Ontario receive appropriate and adequate compensation or fiscal

HAVE YOUR SAY Parks Canada is collecting comments on the future park in surveys online and will host a public meeting at 7 p.m., July 24 at Markham Museum. acquired two-thirds of the proposed national urban park at “significant expense” in order to protect the Rouge River Valley for generations to come. “We’re committed to working with Parks Canada to realize the vision of the proposed Rouge National Urban Park,” Mr. Salter added. Mr. Chiarelli’s letter describes the province’s protection as evidence of “foresight” and “leadership,” but the province acquired many of its Rouge Park holdings through expropriations meant to create a new city beside an international airport in Pickering. After 1975, the airport plan stalled and the province rented land to tenants through its land bank, the Ontario Realty Corp. With $10 million in federal funds, the province created Rouge Park in Scarborough in 1995 and the Rouge Park Alliance, an administrative body financially supported by governments and agencies with an interest in Rouge Park. Starting in 2004, the province donated more than 5,400 acres of ORC land to the park, doubling its size and extending it into Markham. The ORC’s remaining holdings merged last year into the Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corp., which is in Mr. Chiarelli’s portfolio. Rob Taylor, a spokesperson for Mr. Kent, said his ministry is trying to understand what Ontario’s position and he was confident the province and Ottawa will find a way to make things work.

15, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Ontario wants compensation for Rouge Park lands

GOLF

Swing over to www.WagJag.com/Golf for more great deals!

STARTING JULY 21

$39 for 18 Holes for 2 Including Cart at Big Cedar Golf Club (a $90 Value)

$39

CHECK OUT THESE OTHER GREAT OFFERS! DELHI GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB: TWO OPTIONS NORWICH FOUNTAINVIEW GOLF CLUB COUPONS FOR NIAGARA AREA GOLF COURSES FROM NIAGARA THIS WEEK • EGANRIDGE

STARTING JULY 21

$20 for a Golf Tour 2012 Package from MediaScene Inc. that Includes 18 Holes of Golf at 3 Courses and 1 Hr. of Virtual Golf (a $135 Value) $20

LAST DAY JULY 19

$40 for 18 Holes for 2 Including Power Cart at Couchiching Golf & Country Club $40 (a $91 Value)

To advertise your course or for more info please call 905-727-0819 ext 224

THORNHILL LIBERAL

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 16

Deals of the Day! Buy Together And We All Win! $39 for a Wash, Style, Highlights & Deep Conditioning Treatment for a Man or Woman at Salon Tres Chic

$399 for 3 Elos Fractional Wrinkle Treatments at Chryssalis Skin Renu

Highlights

$140 Value

BUY FOR $39

$1400 Value

$29 for a Mobile Auto Detailing Package from GTA Mobile Guy (a $129 Value)

$49 for a Summer Photography Package, Including 40 Edited Online Photos, 2 Edited Prints and 10 Artistically Edited Online Photos from Lucid Lens Photography (a $180 Value)

BUY FOR $29

BUY FOR $49 w w w. W a g J a g . c o m

BUY FOR $399 w w w. W a g J a g . c o m

$11 for a Pet ID Tag and $10 towards Online Products from Ren’s Pet Depot (a $22 Value)

BUY FOR $11 w w w. W a g J a g . c o m

Hurry to WagJag.com to purchase local deals before time runs out EW

Option 1: $99 for a Tile and Grout Cleaning of up to 200 Sq. Ft. Option 2: $48 for a Carpet Cleaning for 3 Rooms up to 200 Sq. Ft. Each. Option 3: $50 for an Upholstery Cleaning for a 3-Seat Sofa and Love Seat OR 3-Seat Sofa and Recliner

Highlights

• Safe and effective treatment • Helps reduce mild to moderate wrinkles • Improves skin’s texture and elasticity

w w w. W a g J a g . c o m

Sterling Cleaning & Restoration: Three Options

Highlights

• 27 years in business • Experienced, knowledgeable stylists • Valid for men and women

an up to

WWW.WAGJAG.COM

Don’t quite get it yet? Call us at 905-727-0819 ext 389

$10 for a Molson Canadian Wakeboard Festival Family Day Pass (a $20 Value) Valid August 24, 2012

BUY FOR $10 w w w. W a g J a g . c o m

• 18 years experience • Thorough, multi-step cleaning procedures • Other services include window cleaning, maid service, mattress cleaning, flood/water damage restoration and more

BUY FOR $99 w w w. W a g J a g . c o m

$19 for $40 towards In-Store and Online Products from Panda Surplus

BUY FOR $19 w w w. W a g J a g . c o m

Brought to you by

THORNHILL LIBERAL

Real Estate

To advertise in next week’s Real Estate please contact your Liberal Sales Representative at

905.943.6095

THURSDAY JULY 19, 2012

**Broker *Sales Representative

LOT FOR SALE – 41 WALMER RD. N.

HOME FOR SALE – 27 BOYLE DR.

Build 6000 sq ft home on this 100' x 100' lot, next to million dollar homes. Prime location for custom built home and close to all amenities, Hillcrest Mall, community centre, public transportation and schools.

A dream lot for builders, and future million dollar home owners! Pie shaped lot with 55’ frontage 316’, and 261’ deep and 155’ at the back. This is a great lot backing to a ravine, in a location close to all schools, public transit, entertainment future subway Line, shopping amenities and Highway #7 & 407.

AL SADEGHI, ADR, B Eng. Sales Representative Direct:

416-358-3147

Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently owned & operated

37 SPYGLASS HILL ROAD Exceptional home in Glen Shields. 3 bedroom house with finished basement and 4 pc full bath in a prime location. Loaded with upgrades. Freshly painted, California shutters, walk-out to deck, walking distance to school, transportation, shopping centre, recreation centre and much more ***Seeing is believing***. Extras: all ELF’s, existing fridge, stove, washer, dryer, b/i dishwasher, CAC, GDO, wood burning fireplace.

SATISH PATEL Broker

416.747.9777

Dir: 416.801.7294

Tony Marziliano

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY JULY 21ST ~ 2-4PM $573,000

B.A.S., B.Eng

Sales Representative

Direct 416-220-9900 905-660-4949

90 ROCKPORT CRES – Bayview & Major Mackenzie Welcome Home! High Demand Location On Quiet & Safe Crescent Close to Bayview Secondary School. Spotless 3 Bedroom Detached Bungalow On Premium 50’x135’ Lot With Finished Basement Including In-Law Suite or Potential Apartment, Close To All Amenities. See You At The Open House!

$449,900

Miracle Realty Ltd., Brokerage

17, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

THORNHILL

KING! 4200 SF BUNGALOW!

ATTENTION INVESTORS/1ST TIME BUYERS!

LENARD LIND

Broker of Record/Owner

(905)841-0000 (416)410-8223

www.lhlindrealty.com

Newmarket! Fully renovated! Move-in condition detached bungalow with separate retrofit 2 bedroom apartment! Complete turnkey investment or move in and have the tenant help pay the mortgage!

INQUIRE

www.avenuerealty.com Call Emily or Christopher Fusco

905-737-6060 Emily Fusco, Broker of Record & Christopher Fusco, Broker

LUXURIOUS OASIS IN BAYVIEW HILL COMMUNITY Approx. 1/3 acre pie shaped lot. 5,253 sq. ft. 5 Bdrms, 4 baths. Lrg principal rms. Hrdwd/ceramic/broadloom flrs, crown mouldings, wainscoting, pot lights & entertainment sized kitchen w/walk-out to multi-level deck. Elevated lot w/mature trees, cabana, hot tub, salt water inground pool & sought-after privacy. Must see. $2,289,000

$1,749,900

CUSTOM EXECUTIVE HOME - BAYVIEW HILL 5 Bdrms, 5 baths. Handicap accessible home w/elevator running to 4 lvls. Spacious rms, crown moulding, pot lighting, marble/hrdwd/porcelain flrs. Barrier free in-law suite w/sep heating & cooling sys. Fin L/L w/rec rm, games rm, party kit & ample storage. Resort-like grounds w/ multi-level deck, salt water pool, cabana & private views. $2,100,000

PRESTIGIOUS WOODLAND ACRES ESTATES Desirable bungalow on a premium lot. 1.57 Acres. 4,474 sq. ft. + fin walk-out L/L. 3+2 Bdrms, 6 baths. 2 wood burning fps, 10’&11’ ceilings thru-out. L/L boasts rec rm, exercise rm & solarium. Self contained in-law suite w/2nd kit, living rm, 2 bdrms & 2 baths. Tranquil grounds w/mature trees country views & backs onto conservation. $2,799,000

SPRAWLING BUNGALOW IN UPLANDS - VAUGHAN 3,158 sq. ft. + fin walk-out L/L. 2+2 Bdrms, 6 baths. Domed ceilings & floor-to-ceiling archtectural windows thru-out. 3 Gas fps, pot lights, crown moulding & multiple walk-outs. L/L features 2 bdrms, 3 baths, rec rm, games rm, gym & wet bar. Zen-like grounds w/intricate landscaping surrounded by mature trees. 100’ x 165’ Lot. $2,350,000

Just listed! It’s a beauty! 9 acre picturesque setting! Soaring 10 ft. ceilings – open concept plan! Includes 600 SF loft! Gourmet kitchen! Massive great room! Enticing master! Gated! Oversized triple garage!

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 18

Piano recital to benefit hospital A fundraising recital will take place next month at the Steinway Music Hall, given by a talented teenage pianist. Arthur Tang, a Grade 11 international baccalaureate student, has won numerous prizes which include first place in the diploma level at the 2012 Ontario Music Festivals Association Provincial Competition. Arthur will give a public performance to raise money for the Mental Health Department of the Mackenzie Health Foundation (formerly York Central Hospital), which was created thanks to the efforts of a family who lost their son to depression. The event hopes to raise more awareness of this issue among teenagers. The recital is at 2651 John St., Unit #8 in Markham, starting at 8 p.m. Aug. 10. — Amy Wang

Don’t miss these flyers in today’s Liberal! Allstate-Pamela Patel Amerisource Bergen Bad Boy Best Buy Bouclair Bulk Barn Canadian Tire DKMG Domino’s Pizza Dr. Beckmann Drug Trading Food Basics Fortino’s Freshco Future Shop Golden Phoenix Natural Health Guildcraft Floors Highland Farms Home Depot Home Outfitters Loblaws Lowes Menchie’s

Metro Michael-Angelos Michaels No Frills Part Source Pharmaplus Price Chopper Real Canadian Superstore Rona Sears Shoppers Drug Mart Sobeys Subway T&T Thornhill Hearing and Balance Tiger Direct Torga Trading Valumart Vim Wellness Centre Inc Walmart Supercentre Zellers

Some flyers delivered to selected areas only To book your flyer call 905-881-3373 For Distribution info call 905-660-9887 TH

Thursday, July 19 Enjoy free summer Concert in the Park at Mill Pond Park July 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the park at the corner of Mill Street and Trench. Enjoy the folk/pop sounds of Kim Stockwood, originally from Newfoundland. Bring a blanket, chairs and your own picnic, or purchase barbecued hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, sausages, drinks, Freezies and ice cream treats (in limited quantities) with all proceeds supporting the concert series. A free presentation on foot care will be presented at Mosaic Home Care Services & Community Resource Centre in Thornhill July 19 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Learn about diabetes and foot care problems; refreshments will be served. Mosaic is located inside Shops on Steeles at 404, 2900 Steeles Ave. E., Suite 218, call 905597-7000 or visit mosaichomecare.com

saturday, July 21

Richmond Hill Honda, at 77 16th Ave. just east of Yonge Street, will present a charity car wash July 21 in support of Eating Disorders of York Region. Friendly Honda employees will work their car-cleaning magic from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for $5 a car and $3 from every wash will benefit the non-profit organization’s programs. For info visit edoyr.com or call 905-886-6632.

Sunday, July 22 Enjoy a free outdoor Sunday afternoon concert at Richmond Green Park amphitheatre, presented by Tim Hortons, July 22 from 1 to 2 p.m. featuring children’s entertainer and Juno award nominee Markus. Bring lawn chairs, blankets or cushions to the park at the northwest corner of

Wednesday this summer. Come sing some old favourites, folk songs, camp songs, spirituals and contemporary choruses, hear inspiring messages and enjoy ice cream. Loving your neighbours isn’t just for Sundays, it’s living your faith with people around you. Newcomers and church seekers welcome at the less formal summer services.

Thursday, July 26

Tuesday, July 24

ticket will go to the non-profit eating disorders organization. For info, visit edoyr.com or call 905-886-6632.

Enjoy free Jazz in the Plaza every Tuesday all summer presented by and at Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, Yonge at Wright streets. From 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 24 enjoy the music of Heather Bambrick in the outdoor plaza at 10268 Yonge St. at Wright.

PFLAG Canada - York Region holds its monthly support meetings July 24 at 7:30 p.m., 8199 Yonge Street, Suite 204, Thornhill. Open to all those who want to join in discussions, learn from guest speakers and receive valuable support. Visit pflagyork.ca

Leslie Street and Elgin Mills Road East.

Eating Disorders of York Region will present a benefit Second City Comedy Night July 24, with the mainstage Toronto cast previewing their fall show with original sketches and songs. Doors open at 7:15 p.m.; show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 +HST; $10 from every

Wednesday, July 25 Cool Summer Praise service will take place in the Wallace Hall of Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, 10066 Yonge St., just north of Major Mackenzie July 25 at 7:30 p.m. and every

Enjoy free summer Concert in the Park at Mill Pond Park July 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the park at the corner of Mill Street and Trench. Enjoy the country rock sounds of Juno award-winning group, The Good Brothers, returning to their stomping grounds of Richmond Hill. You can purchase barbecued hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, sausages, drinks, freezies and ice cream treats (in limited quantities) with all proceeds supporting the concert series. York Singles Club is York Region’s No. 1 social club for singles over 45. Activities include dances, biking, euchre, bridge, bowling, book club, camping, hiking, house and pool parties, holiday events, dinners out, theatre, dinner and a movie and much more. Join us for our new member info session July 26 at the Richmond Hill Royal Canadian Legion, 233 Centre St. For more information, e-mail info@yorksingles.com

19, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

ABOUT YOU

The Liberal welcomes submissions of upcoming events from non-profit community organizations. While every effort is made to include all submissions, there is no guarantee of publication. E-mail items to mbeck@yrmg.com

sears outlet EVERYDAY VALUE PRICING

Markham Outlet

NEW MERCHANDISE ARRIVING DAILY!

SUMMER SAVINGS SALE

Offers in effect Thursday, July 19th to Sunday, July 22nd Unless otherwise stated, while quantities last. Sale priced merchandise may not be exactly as illustrated

FAMILY FASHION BLOWOUT SAVE UP TO

% off

MORE NEW FASHIONS FOR YOUR FAMILY HAVE ARRIVED! SOME ITEMS MAY HAVE SLIGHT IMPERFECTIONS, WILL NOT AFFECT WEAR

OUR SEARS ORIGINAL RETAIL PRICES DISCOUNTS ALREADY TAKEN

ALL MATTRESSES save an additional

% off

OUR ALREADY REDUCED OUTLET PRICES

WHEN YOU USE YOUR SEARS FINANCIAL™ CREDIT CARD

DECORATE YOUR NEW FURNITURE HAS ARRIVED save up to HOME FOR LESS! % off

OUR SEARS ORIGINAL RETAIL PRICES

PLUS COME IN AND CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL SAVINGS ON A WIDE SELECTION OF FURNITURE WHEN YOU USE YOUR SEARS FINANCIAL™ CREDIT CARD

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 MARKHAM OUTLET STORE ONLY. ©2012 SEARS CANADA INC. SEARS® MASTERCARD, SEARS 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. SOME ITEMS MAY BE RECONDITIONED OR REFURBISHED.

CATALOGUE SHOPPING 24 HOURS A DAY • 7 DAYS A WEEK

1-800-267-3277 • www.sears.ca/outlet

Ask about our Ship-A-Gift

MARKHAM OUTLET STORE

SHOPS ON STEELES & 404

Mon-Fri 10am to 9pm Sat 9am to 6pm Sun 11am to 6pm

SALE PRICES IN EFFECT JULY 19 TO JULY 22, 2012. UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN OUR AD OR WHILE QUANTITIES LAST. SALE DOES NOT APPLY TO PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO JULY 19, 2012. ALL OUTLET MERCHANDISE HAS BEEN PRICED FOR FINAL SALE.

STORE HOURS

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 20

Despite a slowing trend in the second quarter, new listings for condos are up 19 per cent from 2011.

your source for FREE coupons

NEW! Now you can PRINT coupons at home

STAFF PHOTO/SJOERD WITTEVEEN

York’s condo market remains hot By L.H. Tiffany Hsieh

Print your Buitoni® Coupon NOW! Quite possibly the best pizza ever! For exclusive offers: facebook.com/savedotca a division of

YORK REGION TALENT SEARCH

thsieh@yrmg.com

The condominium apartment market in the GTA remains hot, despite a slowing trend in the second quarter of 2012. The Toronto Real Estate Board reported this week 6,435 condominium apartment transactions in the GTA during the second quarter of 2012. That’s a 2.6-per-cent drop from 6,609 transactions reported in the second quarter of 2011. However, new listings for condominium apartments were up by 19 per cent

York Region Media Group

Celebration of the

2012

July 6, 7, 8, 14, 15

*July 8 & 15: 2pm Showtimes

from 2011. The condominium apartment market has been the best-supplied market segment in the GTA this year because many projects have been completed over the past year, Toronto Real Estate Board president Ann Hannah said in a media release. That being said, the average price for a condominium apartment was $342,212 during the second quarter. That’s an increase of 3.2 per cent over the same period in 2011. The average condominium apartment price in York Region was $340,875, up from $323,774 in 2011.

Than Bursa ks to ou witho ry Spon r sors ut not m you we c , come ake dre ould am tru we h e! Since s $322 ave awar 2001 ,000 ded to 21 in bursar ie 7 win ners. s

July 20 & 21

Book online at www.newmarkettheatre.ca • Newmarket Theatre, 505 Pickering Crescent, Newmarket Newmarket Theatre Box Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 1:00-5:30pm and Saturday, noon to 4:00pm 24-hour Ticket Order Hotline: 905-953-5122 All showtimes are 7:30pm* • Tickets are $15.00 per person.

To inquire about becoming a sponsor or donating to a bursary please contact Debra Weller at dweller@yrmg.com

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Spectacular Anniversary Savings Inside!

21, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 22

Spectacular Anniversary Savings Inside!

Thornhill rugby player, 14, proves to be quick study BY MICHAEL HAYAKAWA

mhayakawa@yrmg.com

Dylan Benudiz is one quick learner. In taking up the sport of rugby just this past year, the 14-year-old Thornhill resident parlayed what skills he developed into earning a berth on the Ontario Under-15 provincial team. Playing the hooker position, Benudiz is proud of what he

accomplished in just a relatively short timeframe. “It really feels great because I just started playing rugby this year and I was able to make the provincial team after just playing the sport for one year,” he said. Attending Bill Crothers Secondary School in Unionville this past academic year where he was a Grade 9 student, Benudiz was introduced to the game of rugby through the encouragement of

his close friend and fellow school mate, Jake Konorty. That turned out to be a good decision. Making his debut when the Colts began assembling their teams last fall, Benudiz cited much of what he’s acquired in the sport can be attributed to the coaching he received at Bill Crothers under the direction of: Andrew McCutcheon, Andrew Gouge, Mike DeVries and Ian McQuillan.

Not to mention his parents, who he said have always supported his endeavours. Citing he felt confident in what skills he learned while at Bill Crothers, Benudiz elected to try out for the provincial team in mid June when they assembled at Fletcher’s Field in Markham. With over 100 hopefuls at the inaugural camp, Benudiz made the first cut and returned to Fletcher’s Field for a second camp later

Practice, hard work paying off for golfer, 15 BY MICHAEL HAYAKAWA

mhayakawa@yrmg.com

BRANDON McLEAN: Qualifies for provincial junior championship.

There’s no substitute for hard work. Especially on the golf course where Brandon McLean has logged plenty of time on the fairways. In doing so, it’s enabled the 15-year-old Markham resident to make his presence felt on the links this year. Just recently, McLean qualified to compete at the Golf Association of Ontario junior provincial championships, which began Tuesday at the Mandarin Golf Club and are scheduled to conclude Friday. Early last month, McLean

won an Ontario Summer Games qualifier at Barcovan Golf Club in Carrying Place enabling him to participate in the Ontario Summer Games, which will be held at Cedarbrae Golf and Country Club next month in Scarborough. McLean finished in a tie for first place during last fall’s York Region Athletic Association junior boys’ championships at Redcrest Golf Club near Newmarket. At the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Association-sanctioned Confederation High School Spring Golf Classic at the Otter Creek Golf Club in London in May, he

Got sports? e-mail results to mhayakawa@ yrmg.com

was in a tie for eighth place. What McLean has accomplished thus far hasn’t surprised him one iota. “I have a good work ethic with my practice schedule every day and also my enrolment in the high performance athlete program at Bill Crothers Secondary School, which allows me even more time to practice. Especially in the winter,” he said. Taking his first swings with a golf club when he was 10 and making his competitive debut just two years ago, McLean hopes to one day earn a U.S. college scholarship. After that, he has visions of turning pro.

that month in which there were just under 100 players. From that camp 50 players were selected to the final roster, one of which included Benudiz. “I felt confident I could make the team because I had the proper training in my first year of rugby while I was at Bill Crothers, who helped me succeed in the sport,” Benudiz said. As a member of the provincial under-15 team, Benudiz said they will continue to train in Markham until the end of the month before travelling to the east coast for two weeks. While elated in making the provincial team, Benudiz, who will attend Stephen Lewis Secondary School this fall, hopes it will serve as an incentive for him to continue to move up the rank-and-file to someday playing for the national team.

Symbol Sudoku

$ # ∆

○ + $ □ □ ! $ + %

See solution, page24

○ □ √ $ + ○ # √ % ! ○ # □ $ □ ∆ % √ ∆ ○ % ∆ ! + □ ! √ #

Each Symbol Sudoku has a unique solution that can be reached logically without guessing. Every row, column and 3x3 square must contain one of each of the nine symbols.

Slug Information: Lastman’s Bad Boy Project : July WK3 FP Ad

Ad Size : 5.145 in x 3.062 in

Client : Lastman’s Bad Boy

Publication : Community

File Name : BB_Community_Teaser_MajorPurchase_July 19

Insertion Date : July 19, 2012

MAJOR PURCHASE

198 SAVE 300

#077943

FIRST SERVED! ENDS SUN 6PM

NO DEALERS PLEASE ONLY

FIRST COME

500

UNITS

REVERSIBLE CHAISE

BAD BOY NEVER BEFORE,

FIRST! NEVER AGAIN

23, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 24

Field hockey school hopes to enhance players’ skills Players seeking to learn more about the game of field hockey or improve their skills can do so at two separate camps being held at St Robert Catholic High School in Thornhill. A camp for intermediate and advanced players will run from July 30 to Aug. 3. For beginners and high school players, another camp will be held from Aug. 7-10. The session for intermediate and advanced players includes 20 hours of training plus classroom sessions. Cost is $300 per player. The camp for beginners and high school athletes includes 16 hours of training plus classroom sessions. Cost is $200 per player. Instructing both sessions are: Louis Mendonca, former men’s and women’s national team head coach; Azelia Liu, former goalkeeper of Canada’s women’s national team; Cassandra Mendonca, provincial team player and coach; Frankie Vondrejs, provincial team coach amd Joseph Fernando. St. Robert Catholic High School is located at 8101 Leslie St. For details, contact Joseph Fernando at shavit@rogers.com

Symbol Sudoku

$ # ∆

○ + $ □ □ ! $ + %

○ □ √ $ + ○ # √ % ! ○ # □ $ □ ∆ % √ ∆ ○ % ∆ ! + □ ! √ #

Each Symbol Sudoku has a unique solution that can be reached logically without guessing. Every row, column and 3x3 square must contain one of each of the nine symbols.

See puzzle, page 22 $ # ! ∆ + ○ % □ √ ∆ √ % □ ! $ + # ○ □ ○ + # √ % $ ! ∆ √ ! ∆ % ○ # □ $ + ○ + # $ □ ! √ ∆ % % $ □ √ ∆ + # ○ ! # □ √ ○ % ∆ ! + $ ! ∆ $ + # √ ○ % □ + % ○ ! $ □ ∆ √ # Solution

Puzzle 5

Aquatic club names new head coach When the Markham Aquatic Club takes to the pool for the start of the 2012-13 campaign, they will do it under the direction of a new head coach. Robert Novak will take over their head coaching position effective Sept. 1, the club announced yesterday. An 11-year coaching veteran, Novak has a proven track record in Canadian swimming, most recently with the Etobicoke Swim Club where he was head age group coach and junior national coach and worked under head coach Kevin Thorburn, a prominent Canadian Olympic swim coach. A former competitive swimmer, Novak swam for several Manitoba swim clubs and the University of Manitoba, competing at the national, youth and junior national levels and competing in the Canada Games in 1997 and 2001 where his best events were the 200metre freestyle and 100m backstroke. During his coaching tenure, Novak’s swimmers have achieved numerous National Age Group records and Ontario records, two Age

Group National titles, 10 Junior Provincial titles and an Eastern and Western Canadian title. Novak has coached over 100 provincial champion swimmers and 16 Single Age National champions and with this achieving the Canadian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (CSCA) Award for domestic excellence in six consecutive seasons. Kevin Walker, Markham Aquatic Club president, was elated in having Novak join their club. What impressed Walker foremost in Novak was his ability to bring strong leadership and organizational skills to the table in addition to his technical knowledge. Currently pursuing his NCI Level 4 certification, Novak has an appreciation for the development of a strong, progressive program that builds the technical, physical and mental base for performance excellence in the pool while providing a positive overall swim and life experience for swimmers, the club said. — Michael Hayakawa

Wide receiver Shamawd Chambers hauled in his first career touchdown pass in helping the Edmonton Eskimos defeat the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 42-10 in Canadian Football League action in Edmonton Friday. A Markham native and Markham District High School graduate who was a first-round pick of the Eskimos in the 2012 CFL draft, Chambers caught his first touchdown in the second quarter on a four-yard reception from reserve quarterback Kerry Joseph. During the game, the six-foot, three-inch, 219-pound Chambers hauled in two passes for 37 yards. The win by the Eskimos improved their CFL West Division record to 2-1. In three regular season contests this season, Chambers has five receptions for 59 yards.

Mariners soar past Hawks The Markham Mariners defeated the Newmarket Hawks 4-1 to snap their five-game winning streak in Greater Toronto Baseball League action at Bishop’s Cross Park Friday. Markham rookie southpaw Christian Chavez was dominant, tossing six shutout innings to earn the win and improve his record to

Careers

2-1 on the season. Alex Bruce relieved Chavez to earn his second save of the season. Bruce and Shane Moore had a couple hits each for the third-place Mariners, now 11-8 on the season. The win by the Mariners atoned fir a 6-3 loss they incurred at the hands of the Hawks in Newmarket just three days earlier. In that contest, Jesse Dynes collected two hits for the Mariners. The Mariners are scheduled to resume league play July 27 when they play the Thornhill Reds at Bishop’s Cross Park at 7:30 p.m. This weekend, the Mariners will take part in the Central Ontario Baseball Association tournament in Etobicoke. The Mariners are scheduled to play at Ninth Line Park against Niagara Friday, and at Connorvale Park against Newmarket and Etobicoke Saturday.

McDougall places fourth at provincial women’s amateur Meghan McDougall earned a fourth-place finish at the Golf Association of Ontario’s Investors Group women’s amateur championships at the Shelburne Golf and Country Club Friday. The 18-year-old Unionville resident and Team Ontario member

Careers

LAW OFFICE MANAGER/BOOKKEEPER ($45K to $70K) Vaughan law firm requires a full-time office manager/bookkeeper to handle various administrative, book-keeping and general office management responsibilities. Applicants should have (i) at least 3 years experience working in a law office in an administrative capacity, (ii) knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, and (iii) considerable working knowledge and experience with PCLAW and Quickbooks as well as an understanding of law office financial procedures. All applicants must be eager, energetic, detail oriented, computer literate, and have access to a vehicle. Expected salary range is from $45K-$70K (depending on experience). REAL ESTATE LAW CLERK ($40K to $60K) Vaughan law firm requires a full-time real estate law clerk. Applicants must have (i) at least 3 years experience dealing with residential real estate law, (ii) an extensive working knowledge of Conveyancer, Teraview and E-Reg, and (iii) an ability to independently handle residential and other real estate transactions from start to finish. Expected salary range is from $40K-$60K (depending on experience). Please e-mail all resumes to sbeckenstein@mblaw.ca

Automotive

SHORTS ON

SPORTS

who will be attending the University of Kentucky this fall on a golf scholarship, finished the fourround competition at 10-over par 298 (79-71-77-71). McDougall 19 shots behind winner Brooke Henderson of Smiths Falls, who finished nine-under par at 279.

Warner brothers tune up Justyn Warner and his younger brother Ian, tuned up for their appearance at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London by being part of a 4 x 100 metre relay team that won the gold medal at the 2012 Athletics Ontario Junior And Senior Championships in Ottawa last weekend. The two Markham residents, who will represent Canada in the 4 x 100m at the Olympics, were part of an Athletics Canada “A” foursome that included Seyi Smith and Jared Connaugthon. Also at the championships, Sade McCreath, a student at Bill Crothers Secondary School in Unionville, won the junior women’s 100m in a

Automotive

Drivers

time of 11.89 seconds.

Swimmers earn medals The Markham Aquatic Club made their presence felt at the recent Central Region Long Course Championships after finishing fourth in the team standings and earning numerous individual honours in Etobicoke. Highlighting the individual contingent was Emma Loeschnik, who captured the 140-year-old female performer of the meet after finishing first in the 200m, 400m and 1,500m freestyle races and was third in the 800m freestyle. Other medal winners included: 10 years old: Brooke Switzer third, 200m freestyle. 11 years old: Dixon Cui first, 100m freestyle; Emily Lee third 200m breaststroke. 12 years old: Vivienne Wang first 200m and 400m individual medley, second 100m butterfly and 200m freestyle, third 200m butterfly. 13 years old: Jacob Gardner first 200m backstroke, second 200m freestyle, third 100m freestyle; Cameron Ting first 100m breaststroke, third 200m breaststroke; Michael Poon third 100m butterfly. 14 years old: Paul Shepherd first 50m and 100m freestyle; John Teng first 1,500m freestyle; third 800m

Drivers

freestyle; Jeremy Wang second 200m butterfly. 15 years old: Joshua Loong: first 400m freestyle, second 800m and 1,500m freestyle, third 200m freestyle; Bobby Sakaroo first 800m freestyle, second 200m freestyle; Kevin Chung second 100m butterfly and 100m breaststroke; Michael Liu first 400m individual medley and 1,500m freestyle, third 200m individual medley. 16 years old: Christina Isaicu first 1,500m freestyle, third 400m freestyle; Carissa Wong second 50m freestyle. 18 years old: Chris Mayer second 800m freestyle. In relay events, the boys 14-15 200m medley team of Loong, Chung, Liu and T.J. Wu won gold. The girls’ 11-12 200m medley team of Megan Bethell, Elizabeth Yeung, Wang and Fiona Padvaiskas earned silver. The boys’ 14-15 200m freestyle relay foursome of Shepherd, Chung, Liu and Wu took silver. A bronze was earned by the 12-13 boys’ 200m medlay team of Gardner, York Qie, Poon and Kaan Alsan, New provincial qualifiers included: Brooke Switzer in the 200m freestyle and Carissa Wong, 50m freestyle. — Michael Hayakawa

Drivers

Looking for a Great Part-Time Job? CHEV BUICK GMC CORVETTE

Become a School Bus Driver

LOT ATTENDANT

No Experience Necessary; Free Training Provided

Motivated individual with clean driving record and ability to drive a manual shift. Excellent wages and benefits Apply in person to Tony Caravaggio or John Wilson Wilson Niblett Motors 10675 Yonge Street, R. H. (905)884-0991 or 1-888-379-8888 Office/ Administration

Office/ Administration

Competitive Wages Train During the Summer Bring Your Child to Work With You Stock Transportation 550 Edward Ave. Richmond Hill, Ontario Dental

Technical/Skilled Trades

C.N.C. Mill Operator Must do own programming. Please fax resume to 905-669-7299

APPLY BY PHONE

905-883-6665

OR APPLY ONLINE (under “Join Our Team” Section)

Office/ Administration

www.stocktransportation.com

Dental

Part Time Certified Dental Assistant needed for busy Richmond Hill office. Minimum of 2 years experience. Must be available some Evenings and Saturdays. Position requires light reception duties. Please call 416 782-0707

Teaching Opportunities

HEAD TEACHER- CASA TEACHER ASSISTANT- toddler (ECE) required immediately for private school in Markham. Must be fluent in English. French an asset. Email resume to: sunrise-montessori@hotmail.com

A/R CLERK required for busy Concord office.

Please fax resume with salary expectation. 905-738-5833

Accounts Payable / Accounting Clerk Steel Art Signs has an opening for the above position. Responsibilities include payable invoice processing and payments, banking and other related accounting duties as required. Strong computer working experience along with good communication and organizational skills is important. Candidate should have a minimum of 2 years experience. Please forward resumes with salary expectations to hr.personnel7337@gmail.com

Our part-time schedules work well for retirees, stay at home parents, or anyone looking for extra income!

APPLY IN PERSON

25, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Rookie receiver catches on with CFL Eskimos

Career Development

Looking for a fulﬁlling career in Education? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Children? Is working with children your passion Is your passion working with children?

Classes start in September 2012 Richmond Hill and Whitby Campuses

Education Assistant

v v

The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012, 26

Career Development

» Over 400 hours of practical experience

» Instruction emphasis is placed on the practical applications of special education, childhood literacy and behaviour management

» Concentrated curriculum and schedule allows you to enter the workforce quicker

#201 - 9005 Leslie Street, Richmond Hill Office/ Administration

JUNIOR COLLECTIONS REPRESENTATIVE/ ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE We currently seek a Jr. Collections Representative with 2-3 years of experience in commercial accounts. This is a 1yr. mat-leave contract with the possibility of a perm. position at end of contract. This role should be filled by a team player with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and who possesses superior customer service and follow-up skills. The successful candidate will also require excellent communication skills, both written & verbal, in English. Hwy 7 & Dufferin area. Email at: careers@debcobag.com

Full-Time Real Estate Office Administrator

Knowledge of WebForms & LoneWolf is preferred. Intermediate knowledge of MS Office, acute attention to detail, strong telephone etiquette, excellent time management & communication skills required! Schedule will include evening & weekend hours.

Please email your resume to msaroop@avenuerealty.com or fax to 905-737-9550 Sales Opportunities

Sales Rep/ Account Manager Requirements: • Knowledge of landscape maintenance and snow clearing services for commercial and industrial locations. • Excellent communication, problem solving & presentation skills • Valid, clean driver's license • Knowledge of MS Office Must be able to work flexible hours Please fax resume to: 416-291-6792 or email norm@clintar.com

Sales Opportunities

$15 Per Hour + Bonus Seniors to Students Welcome Fun part time canvassing lead generators needed 905-294-3811

Health Care/ Medical

General Help

Birthdays

��

CUSTOMER SERVICE MGR Customer Service Manager req'd by a well-established, rapidly expanding Medical Co. in Richmond Hill. Applicant must be organized, reliable and must have experience supervising at least 3 employees at one time. Duties include order entry, invoicing and quoting. Excellent written and communication skills req'd. Please send your resume to: AMICO CORPORATION Fax: 905-764-0862 Email: hr@amico.com

Teaching Opportunities

Required for local school aged childcare centres. Part-time Split shifts, Mon- Fri. Must be available to work Sept to June. Email: amongfriendsdaycarecentres @hotmail.com General Help

Teaching Opportunities

General Help

Join York Professional Care & Education

Only those applicants of interest will be contacted

Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, Wallace Hall, 10066 Yonge St. Best Wishes Only

Deaths

COOK, Walter Samuel (Sam) Surrounded by his family, Sam left us peacefully on July 16, 2012. His passing is a huge loss for those of us whose lives he touched so profoundly.

required for Saturdays and Sundays. Must be fluent in English and Cantonese. Call 905-882-1188

4 RECE & Assistants for before and after school programs Applicants must: • Have a recent vulnerable sector screening • Have experience with children 4 -12 yrs old • Be available to work split shift 4 On Call Supply RECE & Assistants for child care centre/before & after school. Applicants must: • Have recent VSS & First Aid/CPR certificate • Have exp. with children 18 months - 6 years • Be able to work flexible days and shifts Please specify in your covering letter which position you are applying for. Email cover letter and resume to: rita@ypce.com www.ypce.com

Open House Sat. July 28th 2-4pm

RECE'S

General Help Teaching Opportunities

Happy 90th Birthday! Fred Leech

Teaching Opportunities

PART TIME WAITRESS/ WAITER

416-225-5407

General Help

��

Restaurants/ Hospitality

LIFEGUARDS SUMMER 2012 N.L.S. - North York, Scarborough, Hillcrest Mall, Bayview/Sheppard, Bayview/ Hwy#7, Bathurst/ Steeles & Markham Rd./ Sheppard areas.

Health Care/ Medical

�

» Small classes

WWW.KLCCOLLEGE.CA

PRODUCTION MANAGER Required by a well-established, rapidly expanding Medical Co. in Richmond Hill. Applicant must understand the assembly of custom manufactured products. Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems a must. Experience in Support and Troubleshooting essential. Strong oral and written skills, leadership experience req'd. Must manage priorities & meet deadlines. Excellent benefit pkg. available. Please send your resume to: AMICO CORPORATION Fax: 905-764-0862 Email: hr@amico.com

» Excellent employment rate

1-888-732-0326

Sales Opportunities

Careers

» Taught by highly respected, recently retired Ontario teachers

Call today for more info

Office/ Administration

Careers

Supervisor for Child Care Centre

Looking for an energetic, creative, RECE to teach half time and take charge of a Child Care Centre. Excellent written & oral communication skills required. Familiarity with Emergent Curriculum an asset. Email cover letter & resume to: employment15203@gmail.com Only those applicants of interest will be contacted.

Sam leaves behind his bride of 61 years, Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Smith, his three "productions" Vickery Bowles (Wayne), Andrew Cook (Susan) and Alison Tkachuk (Corey); his adoring grandchildren, Lauren, Connor, Madelyn, Georgia, Matthew, Mackenzie, Andrew, Samantha and Aimee; his loving sisters, Catherine Robertson and Mitford Fowler; his many nieces and nephews; and his special friends and in-laws, the late Leigh Robertson, the late William Fowler, Harry and Alverna Hill and Bruce and Eleanor Lloyd. Born on October 26, 1924, Sam was raised in Ottawa, the only son of Ethel Beatrice and Walter Samuel Cook. Sam's life-long passion for politics and community building began when he was elected President of the Canadian University Liberal Federation. In that capacity, he marched in the funeral procession for Prime Minister Mackenzie King. Sam's marriage to Betty led him to Richmond Hill where he began his service to the community by joining the staff of the weekly newspaper, The Liberal, where he eventually became editor and publisher. His imprint on the Town of Richmond Hill is also marked by his 40 years of service on the Hydro Commission, most of those years as Chair. He was a long-term member of York Central Hospital's Board of Trustees, where he was Chair during the opening of the Langstaff Wing in 1975. His natural entrepreneurial spirit motivated him to purchase Peel Graphics, a commercial printing company, where in future years he worked side by side with son Andrew. Sam's indomitable spirit, his genuine enthusiasm for life, his natural curiosity and his keen interest in and compassion for his fellow man endeared him to many. He will be missed more than words can say. Visitation is taking place Thursday, July 19, 2012 at Marshall Funeral Home from 2-4 p.m and 7-9 p.m. in Richmond Hill (www.marshallfuneralhome.com). A service is being held on Friday, July 20, 2012 at Richmond Hill United Church at 11 a.m. Cremation and interment will occur on a later date at Elgin Mills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Richmond Hill United Church (www.rhuc.org/) or Hill House Hospice (www.hillhousehospice.com) would be appreciated. The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Dwosh and the ICU staff at York Central Hospital for their compassionate care.

Part-time Opportunities

E M P L OY M E N T O P P O RT U N I T I E S

PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES Employment with The Town of Aurora offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We are a progressive, forward-thinking organization that is focused on continuous improvement, innovation and providing exceptional customer service. With us, you will enjoy a collaborative team environment with a dynamic culture and a drive for progressive excellence. We invite you to join our team. We are recruiting for the following positions for Fall 2012. Applicants must be available to work flexible hours including daytime, evenings and weekends, must have Standard First Aid and CPR-Level C Certification as well as the ability to deal courteously and effectively with program participants, staff and the general public. Skate Patroller(s) ($11.56 to $13.14 per hour) You will be responsible for the on-ice patrol of public, adult and pre-school and parent recreational skating programs, as well as monitoring and ensuring a safe environment. You possess the advanced ability to ice skate and to manoeuvre on ice in a controlled manner as well as good interpersonal and communication skills. Program Leader(s) ($11.56 to $13.14 per hour) You will be responsible for the delivery of birthday parties and child and youth programs, including assisting with program research, planning and instruction, parent liaison duties and ensuring a safe environment. You have completed Leaders-in-Training/ Counsellor-in-Training, a babysitter course, experience working with children preferably in recreational programs, creative program instruction/delivery skills as well as good interpersonal, organizational and child supervisory skills. Skateboard Attendant(s) ($13.64 to $15.51 per hour) You will be responsible for the transportation, set-up and take-down of our mobile skateboard park including skateboard ramps; patrolling recreational skateboarding, in-line skating, BMX biking and scooter programs; monitoring and ensuring a safe environment and ensuring the provision of music during the programs and the proper operation of the snack bar. You have demonstrated experience in cash handling, skateboarding and in-line skating skills. Lifeguard(s) ($13.64 to $15.51 per hour) You will be responsible for monitoring and supervising recreational swim activities including patrolling the pool deck; scanning the water to ensure a safe swim environment; emergency rescue as required; completion of incident reports; responding to enquiries resolving issues and associated public education duties regarding safe swim habits; tidying pool deck area; conducting, monitoring and logging water quality and temperature; providing swim instruction as directed and providing guidance and supervision to Assistant Lifeguards when assigned. You have demonstrated lifeguard experience with NLS, AED and Standard First Aid certification. Aquatic Instructor(s) ($16.44 to $18.69 per hour) You will be responsible for instructional duties for assigned aquatics programs, including parent/participant liaison duties, skills testing, awards processing, ensuring pool maintenance complies with health regulations and assisting with program design. You have demonstrated experience as an aquatics instructor and possess NLS, RC/LSS Instructor Awards, AED and Standard First Aid certification. If you are interested in joining our dedicated team of municipal professionals, please forward your resume specifying the position(s) of interest to: Human Resources, Town of Aurora, 100 John West Way, Box 1000, Aurora, ON, L4G 6J1 or email hr@aurora.ca. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be notified. The Town of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to recognizing and celebrating the diversity of opinion, talent and expertise that make each person unique. Town of Aurora 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 www.aurora.ca/employment Novenas

Novenas

Personal Prayer To The Holy Spirit Holy Spirit Thou make me see everything and show me the way to reach my ideal. You who give the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me and who are in all instances of my life with me. I, in this short dialogue, want to thank You for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from You no matter how great the material desire may be. I want to be with You and my loved ones in Your perpetual glory. Amen. Person must pray this 3 consecutive days without stating one's wish. After the 3rd day your wish will be granted no matter how difficult it may be. Promise to publish this as soon as your favor has been granted.

FRENCH CUSTOMER Service/ Accounting for Shadex in Markham. Must be fluent in French and English. Accounting background, QuickBooks knowledge an asset. Send resume to: teresa.muto@shadex.com

Apartments for Rent

YONGE/ JEFFERSON Forest- New 2 bedroom walk-out basement, laundry, 2 parking. $1200 inclusive. Non-smoking/ pets. Available September 15th, 416-400-0450

Storage Space for Rent INDOOR/ OUTDOOR Storage- Half price! good security. Open 7 days. 905-642-2689

1 BEDROOM basement apartment. Prime Rich- Houses for Rent mond Hill location. Fireplace. Onsite laundry, parking. $850. per month. MAPLE- NEWLY renovatAvailable August 1st. ed custom-built home, 4bdrm, large lot, finished 416-543-5241 bsmt, dream kitchen, stainless steel built-in appliFrank Covello 407/ LESLIE- Furnished 1 ance. bedroom basement, sep- Royalepage 416-579-7355 arate entrance, laundry, JEFFERSON parking, transit. Non-smok- YONGE/ ing, convenient location. Sideroad- 2 storey, 4 bedInclusive! Available imme- room. 3 washrooms. Beautiful & big backyard, diately. 416-725-0076 laundry. Double garage. $1,950.+ utilities. Immedi42 BOND- Oak Ridges. ate. 905-918-0544 Bright, renovated, large, 1 bedroom upper, 2 parking, Articles for Sale laundry, separate entrance, quiet. August1, $975. inclusive. HOT TUB (Spa) Covers905-773-2822 Best Price, Best BATHURST/ RUTHER- Quality. All Shapes & ColAvailable. Call FORD- 2 bedroom base- ours ment. Big & bright, 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ separate entrance. Newly renovated, internet, cable, newspaper laundry, parking. $950. Non-smoking/ pets. HOT TUB/SPA 905-508-5799 2012 model, fully loaded, full warranty. New in plastic. BAYVIEW/ WELDRICK- 1 Cost $8,000 bedroom walk-out baseSacrifice $3,900. ment. Non-smoking/ pets. Call: 416-779-0563 Own laundry/ parking. Basic cable/ internet. $800 inMusical clusive. Available August Instruments 1st. (905)884-9996 APARTMENT SIZED MaDUFFERIN/ CENTRE St.- son Risch Piano for sale. Large bedroom basement $500. 905-738-8961 apartment, separate entrance, parking, cable, a/c. Vehicles Wanted/ Non-smoking/ pets. Wrecking Available immediately. 905-738-4868 after 1pm. $300 TO $1000Dead/ Alive. Cars/ trucks/ vans. MAPLE- KEELE St. 1 bedFast Free towing. room, a/c, parking, appliWe sell parts. ances, $975. Available 416-500-5050 September 1st. (416)806-1984 CASH PAID for scrap cars OAK RIDGES- Must see! and trucks. We also sell By Lake Wilcox. Luxury 1 parts. Don Mills Steel bedroom basement, laun- (905)887-5821 dry, parking. Non-smoking/ pets. $1300. inclusive. ImTutoring mediate. (905)883-1236 gottarent.com RICHMOND HILL North- 1 bedroom apartment on Lake Wilcox. Non-smoking/ pets. Suitable for 1 professional. $800. all inclusive. 416-707-0931 RICHMOND HILL- 1 bedroom apartment in quiet 6-plex building. No smoking. $900 inclusive: heat, water, 1 parking. Available i m m e d i a t e l y . 905-252-5420 RICHMOND HILL- 1 bedroom basement walkout facing forest/ lake, separate entrance, parking. Suit single. $850 inclusive. WiFi, cable. Immediately. 416-728-1440 YONGE/ ELGIN Mills- 2 bedroom basement. $800. inclusive. Cable, laundry, parking, separate entrance. Near transit/ shopping. Non-smoking/ pets. Immediate. (905)780-8273

Our Mother of Perpetual Help

Apartments for Rent

YONGE/ ELGIN MillsLarge 1 bedroom basement, kitchen, livingroom, parking, separate entrance. No pets/ smoking. Available immediately. $855. 647-669-5870

Home Renovations ALL YOUR masonry needs: Brick, blocks, stonework, chimney repairs. 28 years experience. Call Paul (416)732-0802 A-HANDYMANKitchen & Bathroom renovations, plumbing, electrical, hardwood/ laminate flooring. Excellent quality. Reasonable price. 416-845-1556.

ALL IMPROVEMENTSFences, decks, painting, plumbing, waterproofing, concrete. Basements our Specialty. Established 1979. Seniors 20% off. (905)237-6171/ (647)607-3604 PILLSWORTH CONTRACTING- Quality Home Improvements/ Renovations. Over 25 years of excellent craftsmanship. Jeremy, (647)823-7101; (905)726-5647

A CRYSTAL Cleaning experience- Homes, Offices. Insured/ bonded. Supplies provided. 15% discount. (647)500-2260 for details.

Waste Removal ALL JUNK RemovalBasements, yards, garages. General cleanups, lawn cutting, small moves, odd jobs. (905)832-9655

ABSOLUTELY BEST cleaning ladies available. Honest & hard working, at- JUNK REMOVAL Servictention to detail, insured/ es- Lowest price guaranbonded. 416-897-6782. teed, fast, friendly & professional. Free estiAll Green mate. 416-995-7439 Cleaning Services. www.junk4dump.com We clean with green. Safe for family Insured/ Bonded. Discount. (647)295-4485 MR. KING'S JUNK REMOVAL- Fast, reliable, CLEANING+ ORGANIZ- same day pick up. Why ING Service- Family busi- spend more somewhere ness. Residential, offices. else? Seniors Discounts! High quality. Affordable Call Vincent prices. Bonded, insured. 647-216-KING (5464) References. Regular, onetime, weekly, bi-weekly. 647-287-1964, 289-466-5419 Escort Services www.goodstylebyolga.com PAY L E S S 4 C L E A N I N G RESIDENTIAL & Commercial, bonded, insured, reliable, references. Free estimate, affordable. Ludmila 647-267-2340

ASIAN BEAUTIES- Escort service. Busty, sexy. Great deals, 24/7. Out calls only. 905-695-9089

QUALITY WORK low prices. Bathrooms, basements, plumbing, ceramics, drywall, taping, painting. Seniors discount. Aldo 416-721-6947

Handy Person M.K. HANDYMAN- Renovations. Painting. Flooring. Fencing. Kitchens. Washrooms. Basements+++. Good prices. Free estimates. Mehdi 416-300-7071

4 CLEMSON Cres., Maple- Saturday, July 21, 9am-2pm.

Moving & Storage A-PARRIS MOVERSLong/short, big/small, residential/ condos/ commercial. Quality service. Affordable/ reliable. 905-758-2848, 416-677-2848 www. parrishomesolutions.com

Painting & Decorating

ABSOLUTELY amazing painters at bargain prices! Spring special $100/ room. Quick, clean, reliable. Free estimates! PRIMARY SPECIALIST- Second to None Painting certified teacher provides 905-265-7738 enriched creative programs. Your child will learn to excel. 905-883-1459 PAINTINGRESIDENTIAL, Commercial, interior/ Business Services exterior renovations, reasonable price. Job satisfaction. Bonded/ MOBILE APPS 4 Business Insured. Free estimate. Please visit our website. (416)616-9577 http://business-apps.ca/ Affordable mobile mkting Painting/ Stucco Pros Painting Special $300 for 3 rooms. Mortgages/ Loans Also stucco repairs/ removal. 25yrs. experience. Call Rick: 416-999-7009, $$MONEY$$ CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mort- Plumbing gage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com E M E R G E N C Y CLOGGED drain, leaky pipe. 25 years experience. Licensed/ insured. Credit Decks & Fences card accepted. James Chen 647-519-9506 DECKS, Shed, Concrete/ Stone walkway. Hardwood/ Laminate floors 25 years experience. 416-522-8034, 905-787-0236 http://fifieldconstruction. wikispaces.com/

Cleaning/Janitorial

CONTENTS SALE- 43 Rodeo Dr., Thornhill. Sunday, July 22nd, 8am-12noon. High end items. Extraordinary prices! GARAGE SALE- 534 Highcliff Dr., Thornhill. Saturday, July 21, 9am-5pm. Moving. Furniture, pool table, pingpong table, foos ball, games, clothes, books, tools, shelving, etc.

RICHMOND HILL, 29 Brackenwood Ave., Saturday, July 21st, 8:30am-2:00pm. Household items, craft items, toys including Toys R Us train table, tracks, trains & Thomas trains, Littlest Pet Shop items, oak file cabinet. STREET SALE! Multifamily garage sale! Lots of items for sale - toys, games, housewares, electronics. Everything must go! Wagon Wheel Crescent, Richmond Hill July 21st 8:00am-1:00pm

GARAGE SALE- Kitchen & small household items. Saturday, July 21, 9am-2pm. 108 Shadow Falls Drive, Richmond Hill.

THORNHILL- 24 Dundurn Crescent. Sun. 22 July. Rain or shine. No early birds. Everything must go.

GARAGE SALE!! Sat/Sun July 21/22 - 8am-2pm. Lots of Great stuff, Great deals. 135 Santa Amato Cres, L4J 0G1

THORNHILL- 311 Chelwood Dr. Sunday, July 22nd, 9am-2pm. Almost new baby items and more!

HUGE CONTENT sale all household items Richmond Hill: 20 Hart St 07/21/2012 9am-4pm MOVING! 177 Carrington Drive, Richmond Hill. Saturday, July 21st, 9am-2pm. Piano, ping-pong, patio tables, cabinets+++ RICHMOND HILL- 133 Lucas St. Saturday, July 21, 9am-2pm. Contents: Furniture, tools, bikes, and more.

THORNHILL- 73 Hetherington Cres. Sat.+ Sunday, 9am-2pm. Moving Sale. Furniture, household items. Lots of stuff! WHOLE HOME CONTENT SALE Sat. July 21st 9am - 4pm 280 Paradelle Dr. Unit 17 Fountainblue Complex Richmond Hill Visit www.sellmytreasures.ca to view pictures.

R.K.

Office/ Administration

27, The Thornhill Liberal, Thursday, July 19, 2012

Part-time Opportunities

��

SCAN FOFRO