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HIGH Birthday MILESTONE Thornhill’s Len Bredin gives a double thumbs up after marking his 90th birthday by jumping out of an airplane at the Toronto Parachute School out of Baldwin Airport. Bredin and his instructor Juan Castillo celebrate a successful jump. His extended family wasn’t too shocked by his feat — he had adventurous ways to mark his 80th and 85th birthdays, as well. See story page 5.

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Anti-Semitic call at synagogue unfounded: police By Tim Kelly

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Police announced Friday afternoon that reports of an anti-Semitic incident outside a Thornhill synagogue last week are unfounded. York Regional Police investigators received reports of a disturbing incident that allegedly occurred on July 22 outside Beth Avraham Yoseph of Toronto (BAYT) synagogue on Clark Avenue, just north of Steeles Avenue in Thornhill. The original report said a car was parked close to a stop sign with two men located

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“While there may have been youths in the area at the time, they were not concealing their identity, nor taking photos. The offensive remark was directed against the security guard personally and was not of an anti-Semitic nature,” York Region Police said in a news release. York police further emphasized there was no security threat from the incident to the BAYT or to the Jewish community. Police also say they have cautioned the complainant in the incident regarding false See GRATEFUL, page 10.

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Vaughan resident and Tennis Canada’s vice-president of professional and national events, Gavin Ziv, at the Aviva Centre at York University, site of this year’s Rogers Cup. Ziv oversees close to 80 tournaments on behalf of Tennis Canada each year – with the goal of growing the sport in the country.

While Canadian tennis fans are familiar with players Eugenie Bouchard and Milos Raonic and what their on-court success has done to grow the game in the country, most will be less familiar with the name Gavin Ziv and the important role he plays behind the scenes. Ziv, Tennis Canada’s vice-president of professional and national events, grew up in Thornhill and currently lives in Vaughan. With the assistance of a dedicated team, the married father of two oversees close to 80 tennis tournaments each year from junior to senior events, wheelchair matches to professional events — including the Davis Cup, Fed Cup and Rogers Cup, which begins this Saturday. “The overall goal is to grow the game of tennis in Canada,” said the former Thornlea Secondary student, who first joined Tennis Canada full time 17 years ago after graduating from York University in 1998. As a self-described tennis enthusiast, Ziv says his passion for the sport dates back to his early childhood. “I was born in South Africa and moved to Thornhill when I was five; and from day one, my family and I were always playing on the tennis courts; we used to play at the German Mills tennis club,” he recalled. “I guess you can say tennis has always been a big part of my life and I’ve become very passionate about the sport,” added the Tennis Canada

executive, who turns 40 during Rogers Cup action, on Aug. 15. Given his passion for tennis, he was eager to find creative ways to get involved in his early teens. “I actually started out as a ball kid back in 1987 when the tournament was under a different name; but I remembered how much I loved the atmosphere and being on the court,” he said with a smile. “Then I became the committee head of the ball crew, which is when I kind of realized that I wanted to be on the administration side of sport.” During his 17 years, and counting, with Tennis Canada, Ziv says one of his personal highlights came from his involvement in the building of the new tennis stadium in 2004 on the campus of York University — formerly known as the Rexall Centre and now the Aviva Centre. “It’s a world-class facility that allows us to showcase the Rogers Cup tournament,” he said of the 12,500-seat stadium. In addition to hosting the world’s best tennis players, Ziv says the Rogers Cup also has many fun and interactive events to engage and excite players and tennis fans alike throughout the tournament. With the top women players competing in Toronto this year, someone who is happy to endorse the great job that Ziv and the Rogers Cup organizers do each year, is 21-time grand slam champion, Serena Williams. “The tournament is really play-

er friendly. There’s always so many good things and opportunities for the players to enjoy the city as well as playing. It’s one of the best tournaments of the year,” said the current world No. 1 of Tennis Canada’s marquee tournament. Among the other notable contenders joining the 33-year-old champion in Toronto this year for the Rogers Cup will be Maria Sharapova of Russia and Canadian superstar Eugenie Bouchard. Meanwhile in Montreal — the site of the men’s Rogers Cup action — Thornhill’s Raonic and Vasek Pospisil of British Columbia will be in the spotlight with both considered legitimate contenders for this year’s title. Despite the fact that most of what he does happens away from the spotlight, Ziv takes pride in knowing that his efforts and those of the Canadian tennis superstars ultimately contribute to a common goal — the growth of tennis in Canada. “Being involved with Tennis Canada year-round and overseeing 75 to 80 tournaments, it’s great to see top players like Milos, Genie, Vasek, and Daniel (Nestor) doing so well, because the exposure is great,” said Ziv. “The sport is healthy and growing, as more people are starting to play. For me that’s a big highlight because I care so much about this sport.”

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Thornhill’s Raonic, Bouchard prepare for Rogers Cup, while helping tennis hopefuls By DAVID LI

Canadian tennis superstars Eugenie Bouchard and Milos Raonic were in Toronto at the end of July, leading a tennis clinic for children from local tennis clubs. The clinic was held at the HTO Park in downtown Toronto and provided Thornhill’s Raonic and Bouchard with the opportunity to share their skills and offer valuable tips to the young tennis hopefuls. The event also served to promote the upcoming Rogers Cup; and also the mini Rogers Cup — a youth tennis tournament featuring the next generation of Canadian tennis superstars. “It’s great to be part of this with Genie and helping to inspire kids to get more involved in tennis and

also helping to promote tennis in Canada,” said Raonic. While Raonic had fun interacting with the young tennis players July 22, he has been working hard over the past few weeks to overcome a foot injury suffered earlier this season. “I’ve been rehabbing the whole time,” explained Raonic, who hasn’t competed since being ousted in the third round of Wimbledon. “I haven’t had any time off. It’s been seven hour days and I spend most of it in the U.S. working with a medical team there,” added the former Thornhill Secondary student about his rehab journey. With his return to competitive tennis scheduled for the Rogers

Cup in early August, Raonic says his recovery is moving in the right direction. “I think I’ll be able to find my tennis game, but I just have to make sure I find my health first. But I’m on track and I’ve been making great progress.” At this year’s Rogers Cup, Raonic will be competing in Montreal against the top men’s tennis players (however, not Roger Federer), while Bouchard and the world’s best female players will be competing on the campus of York University in Toronto from Aug. 8 to 16. For more information, visit rogerscup.com. David Li is a Thornhill freelance writer.

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Vaughan food company gets federal funding boost A local food company is getting a major boost from the federal government. Conservative Vaughan MP Julian Fantino, who also serves as associate minister of defence, announced Friday that MiMi Food Products Inc. is getting up to $950,000 to increase production capabilities at its Vaughan facility. The firm, established in 2001, produces a range of products — including such items as frozen pizza dough balls, pizza crusts, focaccia and flatbreads — for the food service industry and large grocery store chains.

This investment will allow the company to acquire equipment needed to produce its products more efficiently and on a larger scale, as well as expand its product line, according to a news release. The funding is expected to create up to 18 full-time, skilled food-processing jobs by 2018 and allow the company to leverage $1 million through private sector investments. The repayable contribution comes through FedDev Ontario’s Investing in Business Growth and Productivity initiative, aimed at helping established businesses expand, invest in productivity improvements and compete globally. - Adam Martin-Robbins

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Vaughan residents who are terminally ill and need end-of-life care, but don’t want to spend their final days in a hospital, could have an alternative closer to home in just a few years. Hospice Vaughan is moving ahead with plans to build a 10-bed residential hospice, which would provide specialized care for pain and symptom management along with bereavement, psychosocial and spiritual counselling to patients and their families in a home-like setting. “Our health care system is experiencing a crisis with the delivery of hospice and palliative care services. Not only is there a complete lack of hospice palliative beds in Vaughan, but this need will only escalate given the growth and aging population of our community,” said Dr. Vincent Maida, a palliative medicine specialist and Hospice Vaughan board member. The goal is to have the facility up and running by 2018. Once completed, it is projected to serve more than 200 patients annually, which would mean an estimated savings of more than $2 million per year for the ministry of health, according to hospice officials. But a facility of this type comes with a sizeable price tag — construction costs alone are pegged at about $10 million. Thus, exactly when the doors of the residential hospice will open depends, in part, on the response to Hospice Vaughan’s community fundraising campaign.

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Spread-eagled in free fall, the wind paints a huge smile on the face of senior Len Bredin, who celebrated his 90th birthday with his third skydive July 25. And that exhilaration lasted well after the thrill-seeking Thornhill man touched down after his tandem jump from 10,000 feet with instructor Juan Castillo of the Toronto Parachute School amidst the more unfamiliar whoosh and pop of a parachute rather than birthday candles at a Baldwin landing strip. “He was smiling from ear-to-ear after a perfect landing,” says Sutton resident Shelley Crites of her dad, Bredin. “He was very pleased with himself.” Family and friends gathered to watch the Thornhill resident’s third jump in the past decade, including other daughter, Wendy Vermuellen of Newmarket, and son Kent Bredin of East Gwillimbury. Crites says while she was nervous, she’s wasn’t surprised her dad took to the skies to celebrate his 90th since he was “looking for a high” to mark the milestone — especially since he has been acting as main caregiver for her mom for the past decade. “It is a very demanding role and this was something purely for him to enjoy,” she says, adding, however, her dad has always been and wants to stay active.

True enough, considering the man who still lives in his own house and drives a car waterskied to mark his 80th and 85th birthdays, respectively. Bredin is also a very determined guy, considering he didn’t let a bout of shingles pre-jump deter him from making a second tandem skydive with Castillo. “I don’t care what happens, I’m doing it,” Bredin told family members. At a post-parachute party with extended family and friends later that day, Bredin summarized his experience, calling it “exhilarating”. And he hasn’t ruled out a fourth jump next year.

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stare at a photo of a group of children, scanning their faces. No, they aren’t in this one. I scan the next photograph. Nope, they aren’t in that one either. I’m searching through the photos posted on my daughters’ camp website, hoping to catch a glimpse of what my little ones are doing, how they are feeling and who they are with when they are away from me. I saw nothing wrong with this daily ritual and with the photos themselves — that is until I spoke to my mother-in-law. She said something along the lines of: “It is a bit ridiculous! Can’t children do anything nowadays without their parents watching?” Whoa. I hadn’t thought of it that way. To make matters worse, a few days after her comment, I heard a program on the CBC radio program Spark that made me think maybe she had a point. During the program, there was an interview with Michael Harris, author of The End of Absence: Reclaiming What We’ve Lost in a World of Constant Connection. He spoke about how children are losing their solitude, their absence from parents. Harris was born in 1980 and says when he was a child, he remembers going to the park with friends. His parents sometimes did not know where he was until dark when, presumably, he had to head home. He and his friends were truly alone and free to explore. If, they wondered where a creek came from, they would hike up a creek. The idea being, he remem-

Simone Joseph bers what it was like not to be connected by computer, by phone to other people, to adults, to his parents. Harris now worries children are being deprived of the same sort of solitude, of the ability to be on their own. As a parent, I worry about that, too. When children are constantly being photographed and videotaped, when they are constantly in touch by phone, tweet, Facebook, text, when do they have time to think on their own, to daydream, to learn from their mistakes or struggle? Don’t get me wrong, I am still going to painstakingly search for my daughters in those camp photographs. My daughters are still very young — only four and six years old. But I worry about being the proverbial helicopter parent, about being too much a part of their lives. I can only hope that some day, I can help them create (or they will create for themselves) opportunities for solitude and independence.

Simone Joseph is a reporter for the Thornhill and Richmond Hill Liberal newspapers.

Open letter to Thornhill MPP Gila Martow on pension legislation: I am greatly concerned about the proposed Ontario pension contributions by the Liberal government. It is our association’s belief that this is a regressive tax, which cannot be sustained by the thousands of dry cleaners, launderers and fabricare professionals throughout the Province of Ontario. It will result in the loss of many jobs and cause salary reductions in order to cover the cost of the businesses contributions. I am wondering if there is anything that can be done to prevent this unwarranted burden on business with the economic downturn that we are all going through. There will also be many companies that are borderline in currently maintaining their operation, which will result in many closures. Can there be a challenge to this legislation to the

courts? I await your reply, so that I may inform others in the industry.

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We’re paying for this election folly Well, well ... here we go again with a very expensive electoral campaign. Did I say pain? Darn right. And who is going to pay for this folly? You and I and the rest of this great nation. Prime Minister Harper really knows how to screw the Canadian people, giving $100 million to Toyota, while knowing full well that Toyota will be shipping production of the Corolla to Mexico in 2019 — bye, bye tax dollars. Oh, and we’ll be subjected to 11 weeks of verbal diarrhea and tons of unwanted election literature, or should I say litter. I used to watch TV, but lately there is only about 25 minutes per hour of real

SEND A LETTER: Email your letters to mbeck@yrmg.com JOIN CONVERSATION: Be the first to comment at yorkregion.com programming, the rest is advertising. Can you imagine watching 35 minutes of election diatribe every hour, 24/7! I may just turn the TV off for 11 weeks and go outside for some fresh air. I don’t know about you, but I pity the poor voters. They will have no clue as to who they are going to get. Why, they will be so worn out listening to all the lies they hear they will not know which way is up. Harper called for an early election so he can get more of your money to buy your vote with; the other parties don’t have that option.

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York Regional Police are looking for the rider of a motorcycle they say intentionally evaded police in Markham Friday night. An officer parked on Warden Avenue close to Cachet Parkway saw a motorcycle travelling at a high rate of speed around 8:20 p.m. — clocking it in excess of 180 km/h in a 60 zone. The officer activated his cruiser’s emergency equipment in an attempt to stop the motorcycle. Police believe the rider saw the police car, made a U-turn through a red light and sped away from the area. Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance for any information that may lead to the identity of the rider. You can watch a video clip of the motorcycle from the cruiser’s dashcam at: http:// youtube/JadgIKbcL7k. During the Civic holiday long weekend, York officers charged 18 drivers with impaired driving, four with dangerous driving and two with stunt driving. In one incident, a BMW Z3 was clocked on Bloomington Road near Woodbine Avenue in Whitchurch-Stouffville travelling more than 165 km/h in a posted 60 km/h zone. The driver, a 27-year-old from Richmond Hill, was charged with stunt driving and his vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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This has been an ongoing issue, he said, and they decided to use the signs to help educate people about the bylaw. “The vast majority of people keep their houses beautiful, and have pride in their homes,” said Campbell. “We just want to get the message across to those that don’t. We want the place to be beautiful.” He said he has been working with several community groups to help spread the message, and so far it has been successful. “These signs have been very well received. We think that they are working,” said Collucci. And if residents do not comply, it can be costly. “If you don’t cut it we will cut it and we put it on your taxes,” said Campbell. Collucci said it could cost just over $60 an hour if city staff cuts your lawn, plus a $50 fee. “That’s not the way we want to approach it. We want people to be proactive,” said Campbell. “It’s really for the sake of the neighbourhood.” For more information about this, and other bylaws visit markham.ca

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Thursday, Aug. 6 Another free Thursday Concert in the Park will be held Aug. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mill Pond Park, corner of Mill and Trench streets. Enjoy a Dream Girls Tribute Band, bringing you the biggest and best hits from Tina Turner, Whitney Houston and Diana Ross. Bring lawn chairs, blankets or cushions to sit around the gazebo and enjoy the outdoor concert. Extra parking at east lot of hospital. In the event of rain, cancellation sign will be posted at park.

Friday, Aug. 7 A week-long art exhibit by Rosie Sherman and Michelle-Richards Clermont, both art teachers and visual artists, runs Aug. 7 to 13 at the Richmond Hill Mill Gallery, 314 Mill St., across from Mill Pond. To find out more, visit rhga.ca

Saturday, Aug. 8 The women’s auxiliary to the Richmond Hill Legion, 233 Centre St. E., presents a Saturday night euchre Aug. 8 at 7:30 p.m. All invited; for details, call Betty at 905-884-5397.

Sunday, Aug. 9 The final free Children’s Concert in the Park is Aug. 9 from 1 to 2 p.m. at Richmond Green Park’s outdoor amphitheatre, 1300 Elgin Mills Rd. E. at Leslie. Through an interactive experience, Cosima Grunsky will charm young children with guitar, ukulele and dulcimer music, plus other instruments from around the world. Families encouraged to bring lawn chairs or cushions for seating. In the event of inclement weather, cancellation sign will be posted at park. Young families are invited to Shaar Shalom Synagogue, 2 Simonston Blvd., Thornhill for a free meet and greet Wine and Cheese and Milk and Cookies Aug. 9 at 2:30 p.m. Meet other young families; wine and cheese served for adults, milk and cookies for children; RSVP by emailing Anna at agol@shaarshalom.ca

Community Calendar The Richmond Hill Philosophy and Storytelling Club meets Aug. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Archibald’s Neighbourhood Pub, on the patio, 8950 Yonge St. if good weather, or if rainy at the home of organizer Mora Campbell, 11 Kitsilano Cres. For questions, call Mora at 647-6085273 or email moracamp@hotmail.com.

Tuesday, Aug. 11 Free Jazz in the Plaza concert held every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. in the outdoor courtyard of the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St., sponsored by Wilson Niblett. Aug. 11 enjoy music of jazz artist Teresa Marchione. If it rains, concert moves indoors.

Wednesday, Aug. 12 Another Richmond Hill Moonlight Movie will be offered Aug. 12 at the park at Richmond Hill Central Library, 1 Atkinson St. at Yonge and Major Mackenzie, Enjoy movie The Book of Life on giant screen under the stars which is shown at dusk, about 8:15 p.m. Come early with your blanket or lawn chairs to get a good spot, enjoy some refresh-

ments (for a nominal fee); pre-movie activities offered starting at 7 p.m. In event of rain, movie will be moved to indoor location. For more, go to richmondhill.ca and click on Moonlight Movies. Cool Summer Praises mid-week worship service is offered Aug. 12 and each Wednesday, 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, 10066 Yonge St. Join congregation for this folk style service; sing pop, camp and folk songs as well as more contemporary praise songs. Refreshments provided; for details, visit richmondhillpresbyterianchurch.org

Thursday, Aug. 13 Another free Thursday Concert in the Park is Aug. 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mill Pond Park, corner of Mill and Trench streets. This week it’s Richmond Hill Has Talent, offering some of Richmond Hill’s finest vocal and instrumental talent on stage. Bring lawn chairs or cushions to sit around gazebo and enjoy outdoor concert. Extra parking available at east lot of Mackenzie Health Hospital. In the event of inclement weather, cancellation sign will be posted at park. The 18th annual TD Markham Jazz Festival unfolds all along Main Street Unionville from Thursday, Aug. 13 to Sunday, Aug. 16, as well as at numerous venues around Markham in the week leading up to the festival.

Local and international artists deliver 30 openair performances all weekend, plus at selected “hot spots” and at a ticketed opening-night concert. For more, visit markhamjazzfestival.com

Friday, Aug. 14 Richmond Hill Beer Tasting Festival, for age 19 plus will be held Aug. 14 from 6 to 11 p.m. at Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St. Enjoy beers of 12 Ontario craft brewers, 3 Richmond Hill restaurant vendors, and music for fun-filled evening; all funds raised go to charities supported by Rotary service club. Price: $20 at door. If you buy online, $20 entry also includes 5 vendor sample tickets. More details: www.rotarybeertasting.com

Saturday, Aug. 15 The Thornhill Garden & Horticultural Society’s annual Summer Flower Show will be held Aug. 15 at the Shops on Steeles & 404 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admire members’ garden exhibits and designs and learn more about the society’s activities. For details, contact Bernadette at lbburns711@rogers.com or 647-527-6948.

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Mills ravine near the synagogue, 2 Simonston Blvd., Thornhill, Aug. 16, immediately after morning services. For more information, contact the office at office@shaarshalom.ca

Monday, Aug. 17 Let’s Talk in English: Summer English Speaking Club for Young New Canadians (joint project between Markham Public Library and Library Settlement Partnerships) runs one week, Monday to Friday, starting Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Thornhill Community Centre Library, Bayview and John streets. Make new friends while you practise your English skills. Preregistration required; call 905-770-7040 ext. 402 (voicemail only) or email: lsp@ccsyr.org

Tuesday, Aug. 18 Free Jazz in the Plaza is offered each Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. in outdoor courtyard of the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St., sponsored by Wilson Niblett. Aug. 18 enjoy music of jazz artist Quincy Bullen Band. In the event of rain, concert moves indoors.

Sunday, Aug. 23 Beth Avraham Yoseph of Toronto (BAYT) Youth, at the synagogue at 613 Clark Ave. W., Thornhill, is looking for vendors for their 4th annual Youth/ Rosh Hashana Fair set for Sunday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you have a product, service or program geared to children or teens, contact Youth Director Rich Winkler at 905-8863810 ext. 135 or rich@bayt.ca. The Liberal welcomes submissions of upcoming events from non-profit community organizations. Every effort is made to include all submissions; there is no guarantee of publication. E-mail items to mbeck@yrmg.com Did you know you can add your own items to our online calendar? Visit: www.yorkregion.com/yorkregion-events/

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FEDERAL ELECTION 2015

The Thornhill Liberal | Thursday, August 6, 2015 |

Several candidates in place for Markham-Thornhill riding BY LAURA FINNEY

lfinney@yrmg.com

A majority of the main party candidates in the new federal riding of Markham-Thornhill are in place to contest the October election.

NDP Candidate: Senthi Chelliah

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Senthi Chelliah is ready to be a strong voice in Parliament and wants to get results for the riding of Markham-Thornhill as part of leader Tom Mulcair’s team. Chelliah emigrated from Sri Lanka 30 years ago and has many years of experience as both a community leader and entrepreneur. When he first came to Canada, he launched a free hotline for community news, business and events to help build bridges in the Tamil community. The hotline soon expanded into Tamil’s Guide, a print and online business directory. Chelliah helped organize the GTA’s annual South Asian Trade Show, raised money for local hospitals and supported the Markham Toronto Cricket League. He is a two-time recipient of the Ontario

Volunteer Service Award and has won awards from the Canadian Tamil Chamber of Commerce and the National Ethnic Press and Media Council of Canada. In 2014, he was named one of RBC’s Top 25 Canadian Immigrants. Contact Senthi Chelliah by phone at 416-917-1500 or visit his website www.senthichelliah.ndp.ca.

Conservative Candidate: Jobson Easow Jobson Easow first announced his intentions to run federally in September 2013. Born in India, Easow immigrated to Canada with his family in 1993 and has been active in Markham’s business and civic communities. He worked as the manager of the Hilton Suites in Markham and is now the president of Elite Digital Solutions and Wraps on the Go Corporation. His community work includes being chairman of Markham Race Relations Committee, chairman of Box Grove FunFest and See CANDIDATES, page 15.

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Please join us on September 11, 2015 at Flato Markham Theatre for our 14th Celebration of the Arts! An evening full of music, dance and theatre! Performing will be this year’s bursary winners, as well as special performances by past bursary winners and Al Connelly (of Glass Tiger).

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at Flato Markham Theatre or call 905-305-SHOW (7469) Doors open at 7 p.m.

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Candidates gearing up for 11-week campaign From page 14.

co-chair of the Many Faces of Markham event. He was the founder of Markham South Asian Festival and serves on the board of the Markham Village Music Festival. In 2012, Easow was the recipient of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for his community service. He has also been recognized by the City of Markham. As a member of the Harper campaign team, he will focus on creating quality jobs, tax relief for families and protecting Canadians. His campaign office is located at 7380 McCowan Rd., Markham; phone number is 905-475-9991. He can be reached via Facebook at www.facebook.com/votejobson.

Liberal Candidate: John McCallum

candidate for the new riding of MarkhamThornhill. He has been involved in politics for more than 15 years and was first elected in 2000. His experience includes a number of cabinet positions, including Minister of National Defence and Minister of Veterans Affairs in the governments of former prime ministers Jean Chretien and Paul Martin. Currently he is the Liberal critic for citizenship and immigration, multiculturalism and seniors. Before entering politics, he was a professor of economics at several universities and he was the Dean of Arts at McGill University. He has also written a number of books, was the chief economist for the Royal Bank of Canada and worked to advance several social causes such as indigenous rights. Contact John McCallum by phone at 905294-5654 or email John@ElectMcCallum.ca or go to johnmccallum.liberal.ca. Green – No candidate is listed at this time.

John McCallum is currently the Liberal MP for Markham-Unionville, and the Team Trudeau

Watch next week for candidates in the Thornhill riding.

Presents....

Thornhill’s Andrew Crescenzi, member of the Manchester Monarchs, poses for a photo with Jane Teasdale (left) and Nathalie Anderson (right) at the Thornhill Community Centre last week when he brought the AHL Calder Cup to display as a fundraiser for Mosaic’s Care Connexion charity.

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FEDERAL ELECTION 2015

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Retail Business Holidays Act Application for Exemption

On Thursday September 10, 2015 at 9:00 a.m., the Committee of the Whole of The Regional Municipality of York will hold a public meeting pursuant to the Retail Business Holidays Act. The purpose of the public meeting is to consider a proposed bylaw to permit the retail business establishment identiﬁed in the following schedule to remain open on the holidays and during the hours set out within the schedule. The proceedings of the Committee and its recommendations will be presented to Regional Council for adoption. Any person who attends this public meeting shall have the opportunity to make representations in respect of the proposed bylaw. Representations regarding this proposed bylaw will be heard only at this meeting. No deputations on this matter will be permitted at Regional Council.

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Lim captures age division Kelvin Lim shot a two-round 148 to capture his age group division at the Maple Leaf Junior Tour’s Players Championship at Whistle Bear Golf Club in Cambridge last weekend. Competing in the Junior Boys’ division, the 13-year-old Thornhill resident had rounds of

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Toronto FC II dug itself into a hole when the team played host to Louisville City FC in their United Soccer League match at the Ontario Soccer Centre in Vaughan Saturday. In the end, they paid the price in a 3-2 loss to Louisville City FC, who extended their winning streak to six games. Toronto FC II got off to a good start in the match when Mo Babouli opened up the scoring in the 21st minute. But Louisville City FC midfielder Kadeem Dacres tied the game with a goal at the 58th minute. Ten minutes later Louisville took the lead on a goal by Niall McCabe. Louisville City FC extended their lead at the 73rd minute on a goal by Bryan Burke. Just eight minutes later, Toronto FC II cut their deficit on a goal by forward Jordan Hamilton. Unfortunately for Toronto FC II, that would be as close as they would get before regulation time concluded. Occupying 11th place in the Eastern Conference, the loss dropped Toronto FC II’s record to 4-10-3-15. Louisville City FC improved its second-place record to 11-3-5-38. Toronto FC II’s next game is scheduled to be against the sixth-place Pittsburgh Riverhounds at The Soccer Centre Saturday at 8 p.m. - Michael Hayakawa

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In the Heart of Old Thornhill! Designed by Don Jackson! This Unique Multi-Level Residence BACKS onto the Thornhill Golf & Country Club & The East Don River. Trees surround this Property Allowing for Complete Privacy! Walk to Yonge Street Thornhill Pool, Park & Tennis and Toronto Ladies Golf Course. Location! Location! Gary Roach* gary_roach29@hotmail.com

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Much admired heritage home on village street of Old Thornhill. Meticulously maintained by owner. Features 4 bdrms, 2 ½ baths. 2 Fireplaces! Gorgeous 300ft garden overlooks ravine & golf course – once in a life time opportunity to own a piece of history! Margaret Paterson**

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Waterfront Bungalow Ideally Located On A Unique Pie Shape, Level Lot, 200+Feet Of Rice Lake Waterfront, 125+Feet Of Clean Shallow Water, Sand Bottom. Sought after, ideal fishing lake. Meticulously Designed, Built & Maintained. High End Finishes & High Ceilings; 17’ Entry, 12’ Eating Area, 9’ Ceiling. Walkout Finished Basement To Beach/Lake/Dock, Walkout From Large High End Kitchen To Deck. www.ListwithListro.com 905-889-9330

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An energetic and talented communicator, you have extensive knowledge of the towing industry and a natural ability to teach and share specialized skills. Ideally, you have experience training colleagues, are comfortable speaking in front of others, and are capable of using standard computer systems. Above all else, you love to help people learn. We offer a fantastic work environment, a competitive compensation package, and the opportunity to learn and develop new skills while advancing your career. Interested applicants should apply to Natasha Tsagogeorgas, at: nt2@caasco.ca

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Part-time RECE for On-Site Supervisor position in Markham Part-time Assistants in Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan All interested applicants should email their resume to June Brown @ jbrown@kidsconnectionce.com

BOOKKEEPER for utility contractor at Hwy#7/Dufferin area. Extensive bookkeeping, Excel, collection experience required (minimum 5 years Canadian experience). Must have own car.

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INVOICING CLERK Needed for busy office. Must have Quickbooks exp. Keele / Hwy 7 - Concord Email info@mywellcare.ca 416-817-4114 PARENT’S HELPER (NOC6474) Richmond Hill, Bayview & 16th Ave. FT $11.00-11.25/hr, 44hours/week. Assisting parent with child care and household duties. Maintaining clean, healthy environment in the home. 3+years’ relevant experience, completion of college, fluent in speaking & writing English. Contact Christine: judypun@leeli.com

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Markham Insurance Broker requires Accounting Clerk / Admin Assistant We are looking for a candidate with experience and understanding of accounting functions. Duties will include accounts payable, deposits, receivables, month end tasks and other administrative duties as well. Our ideal candidate will be a detail oriented and efficient person, a self-starter, able to learn quickly and complete tasks independently. This position will be a permanent part-time position, transitioning to full-time when the need arises. We may be able to offer a full-time position to start, depending on the flexibility of the candidate. Fax or email, in confidence, your resume and a covering letter explaining how your experience will make you an ideal candidate and include salary expectations to 905-415-8875 Attn: Manager, or email to office@thinkinsure.ca

DATA ENTRY & OTHER CLERKS required for DST Output Canada in Markham. PC skills, 40wpm accurate, high school minimum. Special Handling: Manually package output etc. Both positions required good articulation in English, ability to lift 25lbs regularly, shiftwork, attention to detail hr@dstoutput.ca Horton Spice Mills Limited Positions Available

• Heavy Packaging • Spice Packer Heavy lifting and good communication Skills required. Must be able to read and write English. Please email resume and or work experience to Dave: dsmith@hortonspicemills.com

R.L. LeGrow Insurance Ltd. of Richmond Hill is seeking a

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If you like people and music The Piano Studio has a career opportunity for you. Customer service is a big part of this job so strong inter-personal and communication skills are required. Selling lessons, scheduling students and teachers in a busy environment means you need to have strong organizational skills and be able to multi-task. Cash management and accounting experience an asset. This is a full time position with hours Monday to Thursday 1 to 9. Balance of hours TBD. The Piano Studio is a growing established business with 2 locations in Newmarket and Aurora. Salary is $36,000 to $45,000 plus performance bonus. We are looking for a mature stable person to grow into this position.

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MULTI-FAMILY SALE Sat., August 8th 8am-1pm 133 Valleyway Cres.

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GARAGE SALE Sat., August 8th Sun., August 9th 8am-4pm 92 Pauline Court (Clarke/Dufferin) Lots of gently used children’s clothes, books, bikes, much more. We also have a refreshing lemonade stand

Saturday, August 8 8am ~ 2pm Multiple Family Garage Sale / Parkfarm Co-op Housing 55 townhouses Fox Run Crescent and part of Cedar Ave.

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RAYMERVILLE/ MCCOWAN, near hospital Large 1 bedroom basement, separate entrance, parking. Available immediately. $900. 905-471-7183

BATHURST/ RUTHERFORD- 2 bedroom basement. Big & bright, separate entrance. Newly renovated, cable, new appliances, laundry, parking. $975. Non-smoking/ pets. 905-508-5799

MCCOWAN/16TH, 2 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, own laundry, 1 parking. Close to TTC and schools. Non-smoking/pets. Available immediately. $900 inclusive. 905-294-2276.

RICHMOND HILL Bayview/Major Mackenzie Bachelor and 2 bedroom apt in building. References a must. Sept./ Oct. Call 905-883-0544 between 9am-8pm

ELGIN MILLS/ YONGE 1 Bachelor basement apartment, $650 inclusive. Available immediately. Also 1 bedroom basement apartment. Available September 1st. $950 inclusive. Separate entrance, close to transit/ amenities. Non-smoking/ pets. 905-508-2999

BUR OAK/ Ninth Line 2 bedroom basement, big kitchen/bathroom, separate entrance, laundry, parking. Non-smoking/pets $1000 negotiable Immediately. 905-201-2254, 647-406-0332

KIPLING/ HWY 7- 1 bedroom walkout basement in a quite court. Newly renovated with beautiful park view. $1200 inclusive. No pets/ smoking. 416-729-4341

MAPLE 1 bedroom basement apt., private entrance. Parking. Appliances, laundry. Beside GO. Non-smoking/ pets. Utilities included. (905)832-3012; (416)720-8847

MARKHAM- ELSON. Elegant 2 bedroom +den basement, separate entrance. $1100 inclusive. Non-smoking/ pets. Couples preferred. 2 plus. Immediately. References required. 416-710-5493, 416-578-8385.

MAPLE- LARGE 1 bedroom 2nd floor apartment, a/c, gas heating, fridge, stove, full bath, parking. $1025. Available October 1st. 416-806-1984

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OLDE MARKHAM Village- 1 bedroom ground level, 1 parking, suits single. Non-smoking/pets. Available September 1st. $950 inclusive. 647-628-8318

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NEWTOWNHOUSE for rent loc @ Yonge and Jefferson Forest. $2300 call 647-801-4905 now Houses for Rent

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MARKHAM ROAD/ Steeles, 3 bedroom 2 story fully detached house, available immediately . 5 appliances. No pets. First/last, references, credit check. 905-294-2494. WATERFRONT, KESWICK, CANAL, 50’ boat docks, renovated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, brand new appliances, patio, 4 parking, beautiful sunset view on the lake. 350 meters to the lake. 1100 sqft. $1690. 647-802-0089.

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A-PARRIS MOVERS Long/short, big/small, residential/ condos/ commercial. Quality service. Affordable/ reliable. 905-758-2848, 416-677-2848 www.parrismovers.ca

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YONGE/ MAJOR Mackenzie- 2 bedroom house on a big lot. All appliances. Near GO Train. Available Immediately Tony 416-219-8660, 416-817-3269

Rooms for Rent and Wanted

HWY#7/ MCCOWAN Large room, TTC, shopping, laundry. Cable, internet. $550. utilities included. 1st/ last. No parking. Suit single professional 647-722-2285.

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RICHMOND HILL- Major Mackenzie/ Yonge. 1 bedroom w/cable, parking. Share house/laundry. $550, inclusive. Available August 1st. 905-505-2410.

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TWIN SIZED pine junior loft bed frame with 3 modular accompanying pieces. 3 drawer dresser, bookshelf, cabinet (2 sliding door), and desk (mounts on frame). Dresser, cabinet and bookshelf can be used separately or fitted under the bed to accommodate small spaces. Will sell pieces individually, however bed frame and desk come together @ $150 Bookcase $25 Dresser $37.50 Sliding Door Cabinet $37.50

Building Equipment/ Materials

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS UP TO 60% OFF! 30x40, 40x60, 50x80, 60x100, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call: 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Auctions & Sales

AUCTION SALE Saturday, August 8th - 10am Preview 9am

POTTAGEVILLE COMMUNITY HALL

Furniture, glass & china including Flow Blue, Carnival, etc., lighting, sealers & bottles, figurines, collectibles & misc. AUCTIONEER: David Beasley, ICCA, CPPA Phone (905) 727-6585 Full Details & Photos at: www.davidbeasleyauctions.com

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RESIDENTIAL CLEANING services by experienced, honest, reliable, European lady. References available. Call Urszula at 416-893-9351.

LT 2 Door Coupe, 69,000 km, only two owners. $7,995.

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LARGE FUND --- Borrowers Wanted. Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. CALL ANYTIME 1-800-814-2578 or 905-361-1153. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca Legal Services

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8755 Bathurst Street, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 0H4 Will be holding a public meeting to present its annual report on Class 9 pesticide use as required by Ontario Regulation 63/09 under the Pesticides Act. The annual report summarizes the use of Class 9 pesticides used in 2014:

The meeting will take place on Monday, August 10th, 2015, at 2:00 pm in the Clubhouse.

Please RSVP to 905-889-4653; Reg Langen – IPM Agent

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P-15-142 Pre-Qualification of General August 27, 2015 Contractors for Leslie Street and 1:00 p.m. (local time) St. John Sideroad Improvements The Request for Pre-qualification (RFPQ) is open to all General Contractors who wish to be considered as a pre-qualified General Contractor to undertake the construction of the Proposed Works. The Region intends to issue a Request for Tender for the St. John’s Sideroad improvements and widening between Bayview Avenue and Highway 404, and the Leslie Street improvements and widening construction between Don Hillock Drive and Broughton Lane, as one comprehensive tender package by the end of 2015. The Request for Pre-Qualification (RFPQ) documents are available for download from the Region’s Bids & Tenders website at http://bids.york.ca. There is no charge for this document. All Bidders must log into their account and register for the RFP before they can download the RFP documents. There is no cost to set up an account in the Region’s Bids and Tenders System. The RFP documents will be available on or after August 6, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. All Addenda will be issued on the Bids & Tenders website. All Queries regarding the RFP documents shall be directed to Jamie Oakley, CPPB, Senior Purchasing Analyst, Supplies and Services Tel: (905) 830-4444 ext. 71609 Email: jamie.oakley@york.ca. Please state the document number when inquiring about this RFPQ. If you require accommodations due to a disability please contact York Region Supplies & Services at 905-830-4444 EXT 71900 or email purchasing@york.ca. Bidders are advised that, unless otherwise permitted by the Region’s Purchasing By-Law, no bid shall be accepted from, nor shall any contract be awarded to, any Bidder with whom the Region is engaged in unresolved litigation. A list of the Bidders that submitted proposals will be provided upon request after 2:30 p.m. on the date the RFPQ closes.

Sealed Proposals, clearly marked with the RFPNumber, Description of the Project, and the Legal Company Name of the Bidder will be received by the Director of Supplies & Services at the address below. Late bids will NOT be accepted. THE LOWEST OR ANY PROPOSAL NOT NECESSARILY ACCEPTED The Regional Municipality of York Supplies & Services Branch 17250 Yonge Street, Main Floor Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 6Z1

DRY CLEANING centre in Medicine Hat Alberta voted #1 in the city 2 years running. 2 locations. Turn key business for sale includes building, equipment, land & phone number. Excellent experienced staff in place. Land has clean phase 3 environmental assessment report. In business for 65 successful years. Owner is retiring and will train new owners for 6 weeks. $950,000 all in share sale. Call Gerry 403-548-0757 5 QUARTERS, 4 deeded, 1 lease. Large mature yard. 1600 sq.ft home. Double garage, fully finished basement. 50x100 shop partly heated. Barns, corrals, 90 acre foot dam. 12 miles south of Seven Persons AB $1,300,000 Call Marvin 403-548-9896

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Allan Mills was key figure in Masonic Lodge By Teresa LaTchford

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llan Mills left his legacy as a Tuscan Lodge member. Born in 1906 on the family farm in Tecumseth Township, he attended elementary school in Schomberg. When he and his older brother, Clarke, were ready to attend high school, the family sold the farm and relocated to Newmarket, where Mills continued his education at Newmarket High School. Mills studied at the University of Toronto, where he earned his bachelor of arts degree and went onto earn a bachelor of laws degree at Osgoode Hall. He established his law practice in Newmarket in 1929.

After 13 years of courtship, Mills married Selena Lorine Rutledge, a nurse, and they raised three children, William, Margaret and Norman, in their home at 167 Prospect St. In his solo practice, he quickly became known for his expertise in wills and estates before joining the Stiver, Vale, Peppiatt and Errington firm. It wasn’t all work and no play for Mills, however, as he is remembered by his son, Norman, as an enthusiastic sportsman, partridge and deer hunting in the fall and fishing in the spring and summer in the Dunkerron-Horning’s Mills area, where he spent much of his childhood. His green thumb and farm upbringing also had him tending to gardens at home.

In the cold months, Mills could be found socializing during a game of bridge or refinishing antique furniture. He and his wife were both members of Trinity United Church, where he served on the board. At the age of 26, Mills followed the lead of many other up-andcoming men in Newmarket and joined the Tuscan Masonic Lodge, where he was initiated in 1932. His enthusiasm contributed to his quick rise through the ranks of Freemasonry. He was elected secretary of the lodge in 1938 and worshipful master in 1941. Mills contributed further by offering to do the legal work without charge for the lodge

when it purchased its own building at 441 Millard Ave. and loaned the lodge building committee $1,000 out of his own pocket. Mills was also the driving force behind the lodge incorporating to become a private company without share capital in 1957. His dedication didn’t go unnoticed, as he was presented his Grand Steward’s regalia for his services to the lodge and community and was considered the traditional installing master of Tuscan Lodge. Mills died Nov. 26, 1981 and his funeral service was held with full Masonic Honours the day after. — sources: Tuscan Lodge AF & AM minute books, Norman Mills

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Allan Mills played a key role in securing a building for the Tuscan Masonic Lodge in Newmarket.

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AUSTERBERRY, Shirley Geraldine (1923 - 2015) Shirley Austerberry passed away peacefully July 3, 2015 at Hill House Hospice in Richmond Hill. Shirley was predeceased by her husband James Bell. Mother of Janis (Donald Turner) and Shirlene (Timothy Wilson). Grandmother to Donald (Janet), Rebecca (Michael), Robert, Timene (Rafael) and James. Great Grandmother to Donald, Victoria, Michaela, Chase and Kennedy. Shirley was a lifelong resident, retiree from the Town of Richmond Hill and a Lions Club supporter. A heartfelt thank you to the staff at Hill House Hospice who provided exceptional and loving care. Private burial was held at Elgin Mills Cemetery. In lieu of gravesite flowers, the family would appreciate donations be made to Hill House Hospice in her name.

PALMER, Marjorie Marie (retired from North York Board of Education) Marjorie passed away peacefully, at Markhaven Home for Seniors, on Sunday, August 2, 2015 at the age of 79. Born in Listowel on Christmas Day, 1935. Loving mother of Gary (Laura) Young of Midhurst, and Sherry (Jeff) Long of Richmond Hill. Special Gram of Holly Young and her fiancé Dennis Mitchell. Dear sister of Reta Cunningham of Walkerton, and the late Fairlene Logue. Survived by many nieces, nephews and their families. Daughter of the late Cecil and Hilda Holmes. Marjorie loved spending her weekends up at her cottage in Bala with her family. Friends may call at the MARSHALL FUNERAL HOME, 10366 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill from 12 noon Sunday until the time of the memorial service at 1 p.m. In memory of Marjorie, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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DOCHERTY, Matthew Alan Passed away at his home on Sunday, August 2, 2015, in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Linda for 34 years. Loving father of Kenneth, Ian, Heather and her fiancé Jerry. Dear brother of Jim (Lyse), Joan and their families. A Celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church (10066 Yonge St. at Major McKenzie). In lieu of flowers, in memoriam donations may be made to either the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements in the care of the Thompson Funeral Home Aurora. On line condolences may be made at www.thompsonfh-aurora.com

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Offers valid August 1 – 31, 2015. *Cash discount is $2,500//$5,604//$3,733//$3,000//$5,000//$2,500//$8,500 available on 2015 Micra (1.6 SR Trims)//Altima Sedan 2.5 (T4LG15 AA00)//Sentra 1.8 S M6 (C4LG55 AA00)//Rogue (except S FWD (Y6RG15 AA00))//Pathfinder Platinum 4x4 (5XEG15 AA00/AA10)//Juke (except Nismo RS AWD (N5YT15 AE00)//Armada Platinum models (7CTG75 AA10/CC10/CR10). Cash discount is applicable to the cash purchase. Not applicable with NCF STANDARD rates. Cash discount is comprised of non stackable cash and NCI clearout cash. Not applicable to lease and finance offers. The offers are exclusive and can be modified, extended or canceled without notice, and can not be combined with any other offer, except stackable dollars. These offers have no cash exchange value. Dealers may set their own prices. An order or dealer trade may be required. ††The Nissan Loyalty Offer (“Offer”) is available only to eligible customers who (as of May, 1, 2015) lease/leased, finance/financed or own/owned a 2009 or newer Nissan brand vehicle (an “Existing Vehicle”). Eligibility for the Offer will be determined by Nissan Canada Inc. (“NCI”) in its sole discretion. Proof of current or previous ownership/lease/finance contract will be required. Offer is not transferrable or assignable, except to a co-owner/co-leasee of the Existing Vehicle who resides within the same household as the intended recipient of the Offer. If the eligible customer elects to lease or finance a new and previously unregistered Nissan brand vehicle (excluding NV, Fleet and daily rentals) (an “Eligible New Vehicle”) through NCI and Nissan Canada Financial Services Inc. (collectively “NCF”), then he/she will receive a specified amount of stackable loyalty dollars (“Loyalty Dollars”), as follows: (i) Micra/Versa/Sentra ($500); (ii) Juke/Altima/Rogue ($600); (iii) Frontier/Xterra/Leaf/Murano/Pathfinder ($800); and (iv) Maxima/Z/Titan, Armada/GT-R ($1000). Loyalty Dollars will be applied before taxes which means they are inclusive of all applicable taxes. Alternatively, if the eligible customer elects to purchase or lease/finance an Eligible New Vehicle (excluding GT-R and Leaf) other than through NCF, then he/she will receive a three-year/48,000 kilometers (whichever comes first) Oil Change and Tire Rotation Plan which consists of a maximum of 6 service visits, each consisting of 1 oil change (using conventional 5W30 motor oil) and 1 tire rotation. For complete details on the Oil Change and Tire Rotation Plan, ask your dealer. Offer has no cash redemption value and can be combined with other offers. Offer valid on Eligible New Vehicles purchased/leased/financed and delivered between August 1 – 31st, 2015. Conditions apply. Model(s) shown for illustration purposes only. Offer subject to change or cancellation without notice. While quantities last. Ask your dealer or visit www.nissan.ca for complete details. Nissan names, logos and slogans are trademarks owned by or licensed to Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. and/or its North American subsidiaries. ©2015 Nissan Canada Inc. All rights reserved. ALTA GROUP’S KICK OFF TO SUMMER NISSAN MICRA GIVEAWAY (the “Contest”) is open to any individual (the “Contestant”) who purchases or leases, and takes delivery of a new or used vehicle from Alta Nissan Woodbridge, Alta Nissan Richmond Hill, Maple Nissan or Stouffville Nissan (collectively the “Alta Group”) between August 1, 2015 and August 31, 2015 (the “Contest Period”). Each Contestant will be automatically entered into the Contest by the Alta Group with a chance to win one of two Brand New 2015 Nissan Micras (S5LG55 AA00)(the “Prizes”). One entry per Contestant. Odds of winning are based on the number of vehicles sold during the Contest Period. Each Contestant shall have one ballot entered into a draw (the “Initial Draw”) from which six (6) Contestants shall be selected for the Final Draw. The Initial Draw shall take place on September 9, 2015. Each of the Contestants selected in the Initial Draw shall be notified via email that they have been selected to participate in the Final Draw. The Final Draw will take place at Maple Nissan, at 2:00 pm on September 21, 2015. To participate in the Final Draw, Contestants selected in the Initial Draw must be present at Maple Nissan at or before 1:45 pm on September 21, 2015 (the “Check in Time”) to sign in. Only those Contestants who arrive at or before the Check in Time, will be entered into the Final Draw. Two of the Contestants present for the Final Draw will each win one of the Prizes (the “Winners”). The Winners will not be able to substitute the Prizes for cash or trade in, and the Winners will be required to take delivery of the Prizes within two weeks of the Final Draw or will forfeit their Prize. All fleet vehicle purchases or leases are excluded from the Contest. Employees of Nissan, the Alta Group and The Zanchin Automotive Group and its affiliated entities (the “Excluded Individuals”) are excluded from participation in the Contest. Immediate family members of Excluded Individuals are also excluded from participation in the Contest.