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Prime Minister Stephen Harper has made three visits to York Region since calling an early election — and twice in Markham. On Friday he campaigned in a Richmond Hill backyard, where he spoke about universal childcare benefits. “It was a pleasure to have PM Harper in Richmond Hill to discuss UCCB and how it will benefit every family with children,” tweeted Michael Parsa, the Conservative candidate for the Richmond Hill riding. On Monday the prime minister visited St.

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Mark Coptic Orthodox Church in Markham, where he was joined by Jobson Easow, Conservative candidate for the Markham-Thornhill riding. Harper spoke about the Conservative Party’s plans to bring 10,000 refugees from Syria and Iraq over the next few years, if his government is re-elected. He also pledged to give $9 million to fund groups working to protect targeted religious areas and artefacts. A notice from the Harper campaign team went out early Monday morning to media about the 10:30 a.m. appearance.

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On her first day of soccer camp, Michele showed up barefoot. The eight-year-old also had a nasty burn mark, likely caused by the exhaust pipe of a motorcycle. Thornhill’s Marcus Bernard remembers how timid she was that first day and how afraid she was of embarrassing herself. The camp was part of a pilot trip that ran from July 11 to 18 in Monte Cristi, Dominican Republic, where poverty affects many families. Michele had appeared on the second day of this camp, organized by the Canadian non-profit organization Soccer For Change, a foundation that develops children’s life skills through sports. Bernard, Soccer For Change director, thought Michele needed some one-onone time before playing with the group. To boost her low self-confidence, Bernard gave her words of encouragement through a Spanish-speaking volunteer. At first, she didn’t want to touch the ball, but then slowly dribbled it as he backed up. Gradually, her face changed. “You could see her expression, her joy. She really came alive,” Bernard said.

“By the end of the day, she was smiling, laughing.” She returned the next day, this time wearing shoes borrowed from a cousin. Michele was ready to play. “She was one of the first on the field. She jumped into a game and had fun,” Bernard said. “That transformation was so quick.” Michele’s soccer skills were still very basic. But, she had tried something new, gained self-confidence and learned not to be afraid of failing. In all, 57 underprivileged children took part in the camp that week and nine volunteers coached them. Soccer For Change donated 100 soccer balls in the hopes the children would keep playing long after the camp ended. Bernard’s passion for soccer took root early. Raised in Thornhill, Bernard, 21, has been playing soccer since he was three years old. His first job was refereeing for the Thornhill Soccer Club. Bernard first visited the Dominican Republic in 2011 when he was a Brock University student, visiting the Dominican to teach children English. He connected most with the children outside of the classroom, while playing with them. His experience in the Domin-

ican inspired him to create the Soccer for Change organization in August 2014. He teamed up with Outreach 360 (outreach360.org) to run the one-week soccer camp in Monte Cristi, Dominican Republic. The organization hopes to make another trip there in February. The group returned to Canada July 18. The following day, they attended a Pan Am event at Aurora’s Hillary House National Historic Site. It was a family fun day and Soccer for Change was among the special guests. It was a chance to tell people about the group’s mission and sell soccer balls. The group is searching for more soccer tournaments in which to take part. The impact of the camp on the children was “huge’, Bernard said. “They were so happy, engaged, doing drills and competition,” he said. “They developed life skills. You could see the impact throughout the week. They were getting more comfortable, respectful. They had a passion for soccer.”

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Thornhill volunteer facilitates TIFF’s Italian summer film series By David Li

In addition to the world renowned Toronto International Film Festival every September, TIFF also runs year-round programming. This summer, Thornhill’s Samantha Zanjani is playing a key role as a volunteer in TIFF’s Summer In Italy film series, which runs all summer until Sept. 5. The self-described film enthusiast volunteers as a facilitator for TIFF’s 2015 summer series featuring classic Italian films such as La Dolce Vita, The Fiances, and Big Deal on Madonna Street — with all films being screened at the TIFF Bell Lightbox building downtown on King Street. The Summer In Italy series aims

to celebrate Italian cinema and provides Italian Canadians and lovers of all things Italian with the unique opportunity to travel in back in time and rediscover Italy through the decades. “After the films, a group of us unites in one of the TIFF green rooms and we discuss what we liked about the movie and certain scenes that stick out about the film. My role is to facilitate the discussion,” said the 24-year-old woman. According to TIFF’s communications manager, Lina Rodriguez, the purpose of the post-screening discussions is to connect film lovers and to get them more engaged. “Like a film club, these volunteer-facilitated talks offer an

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Vaughan’s Mark Ledo earned the very first gold medal for Canada at the Parapan Am Games.

Maple’s Mark Ledo won Canada’s first gold medal in his first Parapan Am Games. He won the men’s road race H3-5 Saturday at Ontario Place West Channel in a time of 1:22:17, 19 seconds ahead of silver-medallist William Lachenauer of the United States and bronze-medallist Charles Moreau of Canada. Ledo has competed in Paralympic Games previously, but in different events. At the London 2012 Games, the Vaughan athlete finished fifth in the mixed H1-4 team relay and was ninth in the individual time trial. At the Beijing 2008 Games, he competed in athletics, placing 28th in the men’s 5000m and 37th in the men’s marathon. Ledo has also earned a gold medal in the road race at the 2012 World Cup in Italy and bronze at the 2010 and 2011 World Championships.

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Alyssa DiMarcantonio can proudly boast of a first. The 12-year-old Maple resident became the first golfer to win the female title at the inaugural Golf Association of Ontario Peewee Championship held at Puslinch Lake Golf Course in Cambridge, Friday. Entering Friday’s final round with a ninestroke lead after carding a one-over 71 during Thursday’s opening round, DiMarcantonio concluded the tournament by carding an even-par 70 to finish at one-over 141.

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DiMarcantonio’s nearest rival was 16 strokes behind. Among other local entrants that competed, Victoria Zheng of Markham was fourth at 20-over 160 (83-77) and Raesa Sheikh of Markham followed in fifth at 28-over 168 (80-88). In the boys’ field, Jeffrey Fang of Richmond Hill finished in a three-way tie in second place along with Beni Long of Toronto and Shawn Sehra of Windsor at five-over 145. The trio finished one stroke behind winner Peter Blazevic of Burlington, who finished at four-over 144. human rights. CFUW Vaughan offers you the opportunity to meet other women in the community and learn from interesting guest speakers at monthly meetings. The first meeting of the fall will take place at the Pierre Burton Resource Library, located at 4921 Rutherford Rd. in Woodbridge Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 7:30 p.m. The organization has several interest groups including restaurant, symphony, gourmet, and book Club. To find out more, go to www.cfuwvaughan. yolasite.com or email Kathy at cfuw. vaughan1@gmail.com

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Thornhill’s namesake to be remembered By Laura Finney

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The federal government is helping Thornhill remember its past. July 31, then Thornhill MP Peter Kent announced that the Canadian Government will be providing just over $133,000 in funding through the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program for improvements to the Thornhill Community Centre and Library. A major element of these improvements will include a statue of Thornhill’s namesake and earliest civil leader, Benjamin Thorne. “A dynamic figure in pre-confederation Canada, Thorne was a banker, a miller, a church leader, militia officer and politician,” said Kent. “Although not the first to settle in the original village, Thorne’s powerful leadership gave our community its name.” Kent made the announcement in front of a number of residents at the Thornhill Community Centre and Library, including a group of children who were part of the City of Markham’s day camps, and Mayor Frank Scarpitti. “I don’t think there is a more fitting way to … celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary than to honour those who helped create this nation,” said Scarpitti. Thornhill has changed a lot since Benjamin Thorne’s day, but it’s important to remember the past, the mayor added. “As much as it changes, we also want to make sure that we remember the history and

why we are all here — why this became such an important place.” And that fits in with the city’s motto “Leading While Remembering,” he said. The July 31 announcement was one of many approved through the national program across Ontario, including one made recently about the renovation of Veteran’s Square in Markham. The aim is to give back to Canadians while creating a lasting legacy, as the country prepares to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017. According to the federal government, the program is expected to boost economic activity through infrastructure investments, build community based partnerships and modernize existing community facilities. “This project will generate jobs during the design and construction phase and will provide essential community services for generations to come,” said Kent. “And, in the statue of Benjamin Thorne — a worthy legacy of the Canadian Sesquicentennial.” The funding announcement came just days before Prime Minister Stephen Harper made an early election call. But Kent, again running as the PC candidate in the riding of Thornhill, said the timeline of these project announcements is not related to the election. “The timing is 2017, and it’s to be able to plan, design and actually erect the statues by 2017,” he said, “... we had to put the bids out and assess bids and make the announcements, otherwise we would lose virtually half a year.”

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or parents of schoolage children, August is back-to-school season, that time of year when you are assaulted by a repeated barrage of ads telling you to get out there quickly to buy all the latest gear so your kids can compete and learn. Not to mention entreaties from your own children, who know that the only thing worse than heading back to school, is heading back to school with a battered knapsack, tattered binders and broken pens and pencils. For parents of adult children, however, the end of summer and fall’s season of “new beginnings” may bring a different dilemma. Thus I found myself this past weekend, clearing through and trying to organize clutter and old textbooks and school “stuff” of adult children. Some of you may recognize the controversial problem — how long do you leave a bedroom of a departed adult child intact before you re-purpose it to become a guest room, an office or an allpurpose storage room? I hasten to report that my “departed” daughter is alive and well, living with her boyfriend in nearby Peel Region. She only returns home occasionally to grab clothing items. So I asked her delicately and tactfully (as much as possible conveyed via text messages), if I could make her bedroom into a guest bedroom over the next few weeks. “You can always return home any time,” I reassured her, “you are always our daughter”. “Sure, no problem” was the breezy response, nicely letting me know that a better option if they ever had to move was available through bigger lodgings at her boyfriend’s family home in Guelph. So I opened her closet and peered under the bed, to begin my room re-purpose project. Yikes — I won’t describe too much of what I found under the bed, suffice to day that it entailed

Marney Beck at least half a laundry load of clothes. The closet yielded several pairs of shoes and sandals that I bet she’s completely forgotten about, along with numerous pretty dresses that had fallen in a tangle to the floor. However, I did find numerous fancy folders, shiny new binders and colourful notepads, some with price tags still on them. Rooting through several bags and boxes of my son’s college leftovers, which were gathering dust in a different closet, I found similar unused school supplies. I now have a collection of brand new and gently used school supplies to contribute to the Salvation Army school supplies drive in Richmond Hill and Vaughan. If you’ve got a similar collection of items languishing in cupboards or closets at your home, you can also contribute to the regional 360 Kids school supply drive. If you aren’t in my position and your younger children succeed in dragging you back-to-school shopping, every Staples store across York Region is running a Staples for Students School Supply Drive, collecting items required by needy children in your own community. Staples partners with the United Way in York Region and Optimist clubs to ensure the supplies get to less fortunate families. However stretched your school supply budget may be, it’s certain there are families in your community who are finding it tougher and who truly need a little back-toschool help.

A few weeks ago, the federal government added 5,000 acres to the Rouge National Urban Park from their Pickering airport block of lands. The remaining 9,600 Pickering acres are targeted for economic development. If the federal government were to consider swapping some of those Pickering economic development acres with the new owners of the 425-acre York Downs golf course for a smaller, but important, follow-up park expansion in the Rouge’s western drainage, would anyone living in Unionville or along 16th Avenue fail to applaud? York Downs straddles two of the Rouge’s largest tributaries, hosts some of this country’s best agricultural land, and by virtue of it being the last undeveloped open space in

Markham on 16th Avenue, keeps thousands of vehicles off already grid-locked roads. It would be interesting to hear if any of the three major parties, if elected in October, would explore (based on fair equivalent land value) such a swap of potentially enormous importance to this and future Unionville and Markham generations.

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Cold air vent turned on boss Re: Sweater, socks are my office attire, column by Marney Beck, July 30. I always enjoy reading your columns in the paper. This column reminded me of my own office experience. We were three girls, sharing a freezing corner office in a brand new building. I

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The York Catholic District School Board presents a Newcomer Orientation Week program each summer. In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region, the York Region District School Board and Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the NOW program and similar Newcomer Orientation Day programs will run at select high schools throughout the region in late August and early September. All newcomer students who arrived in 2014 or 2015 and are entering Grade 9 are encouraged to register. “The newcomer orientation programs provide an informal, fun and informative opportunity for students, who are new to Canada, to adjust to high school life here in York Region, before school begins,” education director Patricia Preston said. “This greatly alleviates some first-day-ofschool nervousness that students may have, while also welcoming them to our school communities and helping them feel at home and become familiar with what is a new environment for them.” The program is designed to help students adjust to high school life in Canada through a series of interactive activities and information sessions. Activities such as school scavenger hunts will help participants learn about key school services. Other activities include a

African Children’s Choir performs For 30 years, the African Children’s Choir has been putting the seemingly distant, far away struggles of Africa right in front of the Western world through the beautiful singing voices of the children these struggles have affected. Now, they are coming to Markham. This Sunday, Aug. 16, the internationally famous African Children’s Choir is performing in Markham. At 10 a.m. at the Unionville Alliance Church (4989 16th Avenue), the children will perform

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Police issue nationwide warrant for suspect in cafe murder By Tim Kelly

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York Regional Police issued a Canadawide arrest warrant for the suspect wanted for the June double murder shooting at the Moka Café in Woodbridge.

Jason Hay, 27, is wanted in the June 24 shooting that left Christopher DeSimone, 24, and Maria Voci, 47, both of Vaughan, dead. Two other men were injured in the brazen early morning shooting at the café in the Hwy. 7 and

Islington Road area. They have since been released from hospital. Hay, of Mississauga, was captured on video the morning before the shooting pacing in front of the café. He is described as black, 6-foot, muscular build and is considered armed and dangerous. Police are asking him to seek legal counsel and to turn himself in immediately.

Anyone who recognizes Hay is asked not to approach him, but to call 911. The wanted man has been involved in a slaying before. Hay was given a sentence of manslaughter in 2009 for his part in the Nov. 3, 2007, slaying of David Latchana, 23, in Mississauga. Just 19 at the time of Latchana’s death, Hay was convicted after Justice Kenneth Langdon found him

guilty of “setting up the chain of events that led to Latchana’s death.” He reportedly helped killer Demar Duntin locate Lachana’s whereabouts. Duntin received a life sentence for the murder. Hay got a seven-year sentence in 2009 and reportedly served five years and two months. He told the judge, “f—k you faggot,” as he left the Brampton courtroom. - with files by TorStar

Man charged with stealing women’s underwear at open house in Markham By LAURA FINNEY

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A 65-year-old Markham man has been charged with theft after women’s underwear was stolen during an open house. On July 26, police responded to a call in a Markham home in the Major Mackenzie Drive and McCowan Road area. According to the York Regional Police, the house was for sale and the owners were hosting an open house.

Surveillance video from the day shows a man stealing women’s underwear from a drawer in the master bedroom. The suspect was identified and a search warrant was executed on his residence, where more women’s underwear was located. Siu-But Chui is charged with theft under $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime. He will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Newmarket Aug. 28.

Investigators are asking real estate agents and anyone who hosted an open house recently to come forward if they have experienced a similar theft. Anyone with information is asked to contact the #5 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-8765423 ext. 7541 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip online at 1800222tips.com or text your tip to CRIMES starting with the word YORK.

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Maximum 10 people per class, Low Intensity COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Program • Individual counselling and Group education sessions • Breathing tests(Spirometry) done by a Certified Respiratory Educator • Learn to use your inhaler devices correctly, information on your respiratory medications, lung health treatment plans, smoking cessation counselling. • One-on-one exercise assessments and prescription offered by a Registered Kinesiologist. A customized exercise plan will be designed for you. Join the VCHC in its upcoming SECOND Community Walk! Walk with us to get active and energized, promote a healthy and active lifestyle, and make new friends!

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A large crowd was on hand for the grand opening Saturday of the Wong Dai Sin Taoist Temple on Steeles Avenue just west of Hwy. 404. Robed Taoist chanters conducted worship services inside the temple, designed by award-winning Toronto architect Brigitte Shim.

Taoist temple celebrated Fung Loy Kok celebrated the grand opening of a new Taoist temple in Thornhill last weekend. “We are thrilled as an organization to open this location, which represents the heart and soul of our Taoist practice,” said Marsha Eberhardt, international president of Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi. The public was invited to tour the building and witness rarely-seen ceremonies. With this temple, the organization hopes to spread the spirit of compassion, sincerity and perseverance exhibited by Won Dai Sin, an immortal and revered Taoist. The grand opening coincided with the 45th anniversary of the introduction of the Taoist arts in Canada. For more information, visit www.taoist.org - Laura Finney

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Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre, he was joined by Conservative candidate for Markham-Stouffville, Paul Calandra; Conservative candidate for Markham-Thornhill, Jobson Easow; and Conservative candidate for Markham-Unionville, Bob Soraya. Harper was questioned about his views on Insite, a supervised

injection site in B.C. He was also questioned about marijuana and the Mike Duffy trial. These campaign stops come on the heels of a visit last Wednesday by the prime minster’s wife, Laureen Harper, who dropped in on the campaign office of Conservative candidate Costas Menegakis, most recent MP for Richmond Hill, but now running in the new riding of Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill.

Catholic elementary teachers union resumes talks with province Union leaders with the Ontario Elementary Catholic Teachers Association will resume labour negotiations with the provincial government this week. Bargaining was to take place Wednesday and today, Thursday. Catholic teachers have been without a contract for more than a year and will be in a legal strike position Aug. 17. The new round of bargaining comes as the

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Our Water: An Epic Journey Where does our water come from and how does it get to our taps? The system that makes it happen is huge, hidden and fascinating. Here’s a glimpse of how it works. York Region provides drinking water to an estimated 1.1 million residents. More than 85 per cent of our water comes from Lake Ontario; the rest, from Lake Simcoe and groundwater. Before it reaches our taps, water is treated to make it safe to drink. Depending on where you live, drinking water might travel more than 80 kilometres to get to you. At the heart of our water distribution system are massive pumps, moving millions of litres of drinking water from treatment plants through watermains and large distribution pipes within the system. Through this vast underground network, water is driven upward over hills into special storage tanks and water towers. Water towers play a vital role in our drinking water system. They equalize pressure, provide large volumes of water for fire-fighting and provide an emergency supply if needed. Water towers hold up to 7,550 cubic metres of water, about as much as three Olympic-size swimming pools. From the lake – to a pumping station – to a water tower – to your taps, our water goes on an epic journey through a complex system that is rarely seen. We’ve taken videos that will open the door to our underground world. We think you’ll be amazed. Visit york.ca/wateris

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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; 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 open-air performances all weekend, plus at selected “hot spots” and at a ticketed openingnight 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. Tickets also available at King Henry’s Arms, 9301 Yonge St. 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

Community Calendar 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.

Sunday, Aug. 16 Join Shaar Shalom’s Brotherhood Walk for a guided walk through parts of the German 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 The Richmond Hill Philosophy & Storytelling Club meets Aug. 16 from 1 to 3 at Archibald’s Pub, 8950 Yonge St., Richmond Hill. The topic is forgiveness. All welcome; for details, call Mora Campbell at 647-608-5273.

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 Oak Ridges Bethern In Christ Church in Oak Ridges presents a free Summer Vacation Bible School called Everest: Conquering Challenges With God’s Mighty Power, Aug. 17 through 21, from 9 a.m. to noon for children ages J.K. to

Grade 5. Children will enjoy thematic skits, games, music, crafts and life lessons. Location: 8 Aubrey Ave., just north of King Road at Yonge Street. Register online at www.mybic.ca, or email keith@mybic.ca, or call 905-77j3-3904.

Tuesday, Aug. 18 Free Jazz in the Plaza is offered each Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. in outdoor courtyard of 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.

Wednesday, Aug. 19 Another free Richmond Hill Moonlight Movie is offered Aug. 19 at Russell Tilt Park, in Oak Ridges, west of Yonge Street off Blackforest Drive. Enjoy movie Cinderella on giant screen under the stars, shown at dusk, about 8:15 p.m. Come early with your blanket or lawn chairs to get a good spot, enjoy some refreshments (for a nominal fee); pre-movie activities offered starting at 7 p.m. In event of rain, movie moves indoors. For more, go to richmondhill.ca, click on Moonlight Movies.

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the Park will be held Aug. 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mill Pond Park, corner of Mill and Trench streets. Enjoy an evening with Cher and Rod Stewart Tribute Band, as they perform the best of Cher and Rod Stewart. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating and enjoy outdoor concert. Extra parking available at east lot of Mackenzie Health Hospital. In the event of rain, cancellation sign will be posted at park. Enjoy free French language conversation group in Richmond Hill, Aug. 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Covernotes Tea and Coffee House, 10268 Yonge St., beside Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. Adults from York Region welcome to put French conversation skills into action (from francophones to beginners). For details, go online to http://bit.ly/partagez_conversation or email Partagez.York@yahoo.ca

Friday, Aug. 21 Fifth annual Caribbean North 2015 gala concert is Aug. 21 at Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St., with a mix and mingle starting at 6:30 p.m.; show at 8 p.m. The concert will feature Smokey Burke, Bill ‘The Crooner’ Newman, George St. Kitts, danger Reshmi Chetram and many other talents. Tickets are $50 (with charitable tax receipt of $25 provided) or for balcony seat $45 (tax receipt of $20). Funds raised support the Guyana Burn and Healthcare Charitable Foundation. For details and tickets, call Pam at 905-737-3368.

Saturday, Aug. 22

Bronstine family’s sixth annual Charity Yard Sale for Just Paws Animal Rescue is Aug. 22 at 259 Cedar Ave., Richmond Hill from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., (south of Major Mackenzie Drive East near Palmer Ave). 100 per cent of proceeds go to the animal rescue organization. For more, visit www. facebook.com/events/1067323279964474 and to contribute or drop off yard sale items, call or text Robyn at 416-817-9443. Reebok Crossfit For Heart East Woodbridge is Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 174 Marycroft Ave., Vaughan. Heart and Stroke Foundation and Reebok CrossFit East Woodbridge invite you to Fit For Heart and Bring a Friend Day to raise money for life-saving research and education that saves lives. A $20 donation is required or you can fundraise online at fitforheart.ca. All proceeds to Heart and Stroke Foundation. For details, email:ksutcliffe@hsf.on.ca

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. Celebrate diversity and culture at Richmond Hill’s Tastes of the Hill, a multicultural festival Aug. 23, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at Richmond Green Park, 1300 Elgin Mills Rd. E. Free admission; 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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Several Thornhill riding candidates ready to contest election Several federal candidates are in place to contest the new riding of Thornhill, stretching into Markham as far east as Bayview Avenue, and west into Vaughan with Hwy. 400 as the boundary.

NDP candidate Lorne Cherry Lorne Cherry is a successful e n t r e p r e n e u r, consultant and teacher. Under leader Tom Mulcair, he wants to use that experience to work for the priorities of Thornhill voters. A champion of small business, Cherry is a twotime Canadian Profit 100 recipient. Over the past 30 years, he has helped local, national and international clients grow their small businesses and successfully compete in an ever-changing and complex marketplace. He gives back to the community through social entrepreneurship. As executive director of New to Canada Resources, he organized the 2014 New to Canada Show, bringing the public and private sectors together with community resources to support new-

comers to Canada. He advocates for a fairer immigration system that prioritizes family reunification — a tradition that has strengthened Canada and he believes is worth defending. As a presenter with Scientists in School, Cherry presents physics workshops get students excited about science, while emphasizing the need to conserve our natural resources. A defender of the Oak Ridges Moraine, he moderated a provincial all-party debate on preserving the ecologically sensitive landform. A proud resident of Thornhill and father of five, Cherry has lived in the 905 region for most of his life. He holds a bachelor degree from U. of T. in political science, a masters of management and an executive MBA, as well as professional marketing designations. The Lorne Cherry campaign office is at 18 Millcreek Cr., Thornhill, and phone is 647687-0905.

Defence. Prior to becoming an MP, Kent was a broadcast journalist, having spent more than 40 years working as a writer, reporter, producer, anchor and senior executive in Canada, the United States and around the world. As a journalist, he covered stories that shaped the 20th century, including the Vietnam and Cambodian conflicts and recovery, decades of conflict in the Middle East, the Ethiopian famine, the transition from Rhodesia to Zimbabwe, the overthrow of Idi Amin, the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end

of the Cold War. He earned a number of awards over his career, including the prestigious Robert F. Kennedy Award. He is also a member of the Canadian Broadcast Hall of Fame. Kent actively supports a number of charitable organizations. He has served as a mentor with the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council and was on the Toronto cabinet of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. He remains involved with the Royal Conservatory of Music, Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center, and the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. Peter and his wife have a daughter, sonin-law, and granddaughter. His campaign office is located at 1118 Centre St., Unit 22, Thornhill, for info go to info@votepeterkent.ca To date no Liberal or Green candidates have been announced.

Conservative candidate Peter Kent Peter Kent was first elected to the House of Commons to represent Thornhill in 2008 and was a cabinet minister for Foreign Affairs, responsible for the Americas. In January 2011, Prime Minister Harper appointed Kent as environment minister and he served in that capacity until July of 2013. In October 2013 hewas elected chair of the House Standing Committee on National

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SPACE One of the disadvantages to working from home is that remote workers don’t have access to the same level of equipment as in the main office, such as colour copiers or scanners. If you want to include even scaled-down versions of such equipment in your office, you will need ample space. In addition, less spacious home offices can feel too tight and enclosed, making

workers uncomfortable and less enthusiastic about working every day. Pick a spot in your home that affords room for your equipment and the ability to move around so you don’t feel cramped throughout the workday.

LIGHTING Lighting is another factor remote workers must consider when they’re planning their home offices. Natural light can provide an energetic boost and improve your mood, so choose a room in your home that gets lots of sunlight during the day. Many professionals who work remotely do so from the basements of their homes, which can make it difficult to rely on natural light. If the basement is the only location in your home that can fit a home office, look for lighting sources that replicate daylight so you are not working in dark quarters. Speak with your physician about how to arrange lighting to reduce eyestrain caused by staring at a computer.

CONNECTIVITY Connectivity also must be considered when planning a home office. While wireless Internet has made Internet dead zones less problematic,

certain areas or rooms in your home may still be touch-and-go with regard to Internet connectivity. Such areas should be avoided when choosing a room for your home office, as it can be difficult to remain productive if your connection to your office’s external server is routinely compromised. Find an area where the wireless connection is always strong.

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HOME CHILD CARE PROVIDERS REQUIRED Train Now Come and discover the advantages of operating your own home child care in partnership with us. We offer First Aid/CPR training, liability insurance, informative workshops, competitive regular pay, and much more.

(905)841-1314 ext.22 www.yorkprofessional.com Join us for an Informative Coffee Hour Thurs., Aug. 27th 10am or Tues., Sept. 15th 10am Maple Downs Golf & Country Club

Greens Department is currently seeking full and part time employees for the Fall golfing season. Please reply to tdavis@mapledowns.com and indicate if applying for F/T or P/T

BACKSHOP ATTENDEE

The Bay view Golf and Country club is currently looking for responsible adult males ages 19 and up. The position requires good social skills, mild physical labor and the ability to safely operate golf carts and other golf equipment. Applicants must have reliable transportation to the golf course and be eligible to work as early as 6:00am Monday to Friday.

The duties of a Backshop employee are to provide excellent member services around the clubhouse while cleaning and maintaining the golf clubs, golf carts and the golf driving range equipment. Please contact Mike Lorenz, Assistant Golf Professional at s.mikelorenz@gmail.com or Dustin Kerr-Taylor, Head Golf Professional at dustin@bayviewclub.com for more information.

Certified Dental Assistant required for a patient focused dental office in Newmarket. Two years experience is an asset.

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NMG, based in NEWMARKET, Ontario is a National Marketing Corporation. NMG operates and manages a diversity of enterprises within varied marketplaces. With 35 years of successful management experience, the NMG Marketing Groups have grown to become the largest purchasers in their industries in Canada, providing our Members with unparalleled purchasing power that exceeds $6 Billion annually. NMG is currently expanding to the U.S. We are calling out for Intermediate .NET developers to seize the opportunity offered in this new position. Reporting to the Leader of Information Services, the successful candidate will grow with our talented development team. Your passion for technology and problem solving will be rewarded by your creation of high-impact customer centric solutions using leading edge technologies and methodologies. Your experience crafting in .NET, SQL Server, for client-server, web and mobile environments, augmented by your exceptional communication, time and project management skills will directly contribute to the growth and success of our enterprise. To pursue this career opportunity in Newmarket with an industry competitive compensation and group benefits package, reply with your resume to: jem@newmarketgroup.com Web (www.newmarketgroup.com) Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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LOT ATTENDANT Full time position. Motivated individual with clean driving record and ability to drive a manual shift. Excellent wages and benefits Apply in person to Chris Connor or John Wilson Wilson Niblett Motors 10675 Yonge Street, R. H. (905)884-0991 or 1-888-379-8888

LIGHT ASSEMBLY & PACKAGING Full-time, wage & benefits 8am - 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Apply in person to: Envirogard Products Ltd. 446 Major Mackenzie Dr. E. Unit 6, Richmond Hill

General Labor Needed Leather manufacturer Concord area, full time

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EMERGENCY ROADSIDE SPECIALISTS • Valid driver’s licence - G class with clean abstract • Excellent communication and customer relation skills • Knowledge of the York Region and GTA an asset • Mechanical aptitude an advantage • Basic computer skills • Ability to work shifts, evening & weekends Experience not needed, will train the right candidate.

Fax/email resume & driver’s abstract to 905-472-1875 office@budgettowing.ca

FOSTER CARE PROGRAM We are seeking loving homes who want to make a difference in a child’s life. We need foster families that are interested in caring for Aboriginal children, have a willingness to work within our diverse community, and have a fundamental respect for Aboriginal children and their culture. We provide training, support, relief and compensation to our homes.

Please contact our Foster Care Hotline at (416) 969-8510 ext. 7788 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

HEAD EVENING COOK

Shouldice Hospital located in Thornhill, Ontario, is seekng a Head Evening Cook (3pm-11pm) weekdays with weekends on a rotating basis to oversee all aspects of the Hospital’s evening dietary requirements in its 89-bed facility. Responsibilities: • Prepares meals according to the Canadian Food Guide within the assigned budget and menu. • Prepares meals for special dietary needs, respectful of multi-cultural requirements. • Regularly interacts with patients and hospital staff. • Maintains kitchen according to Public Health Standards. • Instructs and supervises staff in the preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food. Education/ Training: • Must have Poste Secondary Culinary education with at least 5 years’ experience in a Kitchen / Culinary position in a restaurant environment with current knowledge of Public Health legislation. • Supervisory and Customer Service experience essential. • Current certification for food safety and handling under Ontario Legislation required. Skills: • Requires attention to detail in applying recipes and judging quantities. • Must have creative problem solving skills and able to make independent decisions. • Strong English written and verbal communication skills a must. • Essential to have strong leadership skills and previous experience as a supervisor. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume for consideration by e-mail to jdrouin@shouldice.com prior to August 15, 2015. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted for an interview.

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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 NEW SCHOOL YEAR APPROACHING! We require School Crossing Guards in Richmond Hill for September. •Rolling Hill Rd. & Jack Ashton Ave. •Rolling Hill Rd. & Richvalley Cres. •Strathearn Ave. & Boake Trail

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K & O WOODWORKING has an entry level position available immediately. Duties include. Sanding, manufacturing and shipping If you are interested in woodworking we are happy to train the right candidate.

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Inception Hair Studio in Thornhill requires a RECEPTIONIST/ STUDIO COORDINATOR Part time position. Must be computer literate with a pleasant telephone manner. Must be fluent in English. Email resume: info@inception hairstudio.com

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in Vaughan area. Excel an asset! Knowledge of social media. Full-time, permanent work. Please email: info@perris.ca Richmond Hill Leslie and Hwy#7 Part-time - Mature experienced Clerk / Receptionist Excellent telephone mannerism, computer skills, Word, Excel and Quickbooks a must. Prior experience with multiple phone lines, administrative duties, invoicing and data entry. Send resumes to inesphillips@elcanelevator.ca

RECE and Assistant Teachers Full Time and Before and After School positions for Thornhill & Richmond Hill centres. Strong programming, leadership, and communication skills required. Commitment to working in a child care setting. Recent police screening and up-to-date immunizations required. Please submit your resume to Sari Connell Manager, Staffing and Employee Relations By email: hr@uppercanadachildcare.com By fax: 289.982.1116 Thank you for your interest, only applicants who may be interviewed will be contacted. Upper Canada Child Care is a non-profit, government licensed organization operating centres in communities throughout Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County.

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LICENSED AUTO MECHANIC to join our growing team. The position requires an outgoing, organized, team working mechanic with; own tools, 3+ years experience, valid G driver’s license, 310 S license. Emission test license preferred. We pay competitive rates.

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CONTENT/ MOVING SALE everything must go: furniture/ home décor brand names Vaughan: 10 Sir Francesco 08/15/15 9am sharp

8am - 1pm 63 Owl Ridge Dr. (Shaftsbury/ Bathurst) Toys, books, clothes, furniture & more.

GARAGE SALE Sat., Aug. 15th Sun., Aug. 16th 8am - 4pm 102 Grand Oak Dr., RH LOTS OF GREAT STUFF!

PRETTY THINGS SALE Sunday Aug 16 Tiffany Style Lamps, Lighted Pedestals, Jewelery, Collectibles 116 Glenarden Cres Richmond Hill, L4B 2L6 08/16/ 9.00am-2:00pm

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AMAZING SALE. SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. Sat., August 15th 10am ~ 4pm 14 Royal Colwood Court Concord

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GARAGE SALE Sat., Aug 15th Sun., Aug 16th 9am - 3pm 57 Houseman Cres.

(Dufferin/Steeles) Tools, bags, lamps, display cases, watches.

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Tons of clothes (adults, maternity, baby, kids), toys, baby gear, housewares.

GARAGE/MOVING SALE Sat., August 15th 9am-2pm 20 Hart St. (Bathurst/ Major Mackenzie) Richmond Hill Everything must go! Hutch, diningtable, buffet, much more.

GARAGE SALE Household Items, Cloths, Framed Art, Furniture & lots more. Richmond Hill: 102 Snowy Meadow Avenue Oak Ridges 08/15/2015 9:00 am-2:00 pm

MOVING SALE 1 DAY ONLY Everything must go! Sat., Aug. 15th 8am - 3pm 88 Sunshine Dr., RH (Yonge/ Observatory)

INDOOR GARAGE/ MOVING SALE Sat., August 15th 10am-3pm 47 Falling River Dr. (Yonge/ 19th) Richmond Hill Furniture, households items and more. Rain & Shine!

Sat., August 15th Sun., August 16th 10am-3pm 22 Ruby Cres. (Leslie/ Major Mac) Everything Must Go.

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BAYVIEW/ ELGIN Mills - 3 bedroom main floor, 4pc bath, backyard, 2 parking, laundry, A/C. Close to amenities & schools. $1400+. Available Sept. 15th 905-883-5990

RICHMOND HILL- Yonge/ Major MacKenzie2 bedroom main floor apartment. Parking. $1050. Available immediately. No smoking, no pets. 416-749-4502

WARDEN/ HWY#7- Near Toogood Pond & William Bercy. 2 bedroom walkout, big windows, separate entrance, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, parking. Non-smoking/ pets. $990+ utilities Available immediately. 647-930-7867

RUTHERFORD/ISLINGTON, BEAUTIFUL 1 bedroom basement. Separate entrance, laundry, fridge, stove, full bathroom, 1 parking space, no smoking or pets. Available immediately. 647-965-8074.

UNIONVILLE - BRIGHT 2 bedroom basement, separate entrance, parking, laundry. Near Main St., Viva, GO train. No smoking/ pets. $1200 inclusive. 905-474-2155 before 3pm

BATHURST/ RUTHERFORD- 2 bedroom basement, 1 bath. Would suit single or student. Access to laundry, parking. Close to buses. $1100 inclusive. No smoking/ pets. August 15th. Call or text 416-881-7937

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

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

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

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

Cars for Sale

Domestic Help Available

ABSOLUTELY BEST cleaning ladies available. Honest & hard working, insured/ bonded. 416-897-6782. www.maidforyoutorontoltd.com 2008 HONDA CIVIC LX SEDAN. Silver, 5-speed manual transmission, inside like new, original owner, rust protection, accident free, alloy wheels, winter tires with rims, new front breaks. AC, PW, PL, PM, ABS-PB, PS, CC, CD player, front air bags, keyless entry. 148000 km. $7600. 647-400-4114

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

2004 ACURA 3.2 TL silver and black, 76,000kms., $9400. 905-889-3286

FULL TIME, permanent caregiver required for elderly woman. Yonge & Elgin Mills area, Richmond Hill. $11.25/hr. 40 hours a week. Must have high school diploma. Provide care and companionship, assist with dressing, toileting, mobility, make appointments, prepare healthy & nutritious meals, light housekeeping including laundry, dishes. Must have at least 1yr. related experience or 6 months caregiver training. Live-in or live-out. Accommodation available at no charge. Must speak fluent English. Knowledge of Hindi or Urdu an asset. Email resume: amandan2014@yahoo.ca or call 416-414-2119

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

$100-$10,000

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

Cash 4 Cars

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Apartments for Rent

MCCOWAN/ DENISON- Newly renovated 1 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, 1 parking, laundry. Non-smoking/pets. Near public transit. Available immediately. (905)940-2442

RICHMOND HILL Bayview/Major Mackenzie Bachelor and 2 bedroom apt in building. References a must. Sept./ Oct. Call 905-883-0544 between 9am-8pm RUTHERFORD- 2 bedroom apartment. Large kitchen. Minute to Vaughan Mills. Laundry, appliances. $1550 inclusive. No smoking. Available October 1st. 289-553-2823

Condos for Rent

ISLINGTON/ HWY7, Facing ravine, 1000 sqt, spacious 2 bedroom condo. 5 appliances including ensuite laundry. Parking, non-smoking. Available August 15th. $1700 +. 647-990-4670.

Townhouses for Rent

BUR OAK/ Ninth Line - 4 bedroom townhouse, 2 1/2 bath, big kitchen, laundry, 1 parking. Non-smoking/ pets. $1900 negotiable. Immediately. 905-201-2254, 647-406-0332.

Mortgages/Loans

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, 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

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Houses for Rent

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.

YONGE/ MAJOR Mackenzie- 2 bedroom house on a big lot. All appliances. Near GO Train. Available Immediately Tony 416-219-8660, 416-817-3269 MIDDLEFIELD/DENNISON, Renovated 3 bedroom house, 2.5 baths, close to all amenities. $1550+ utilities. Available immediately. 647-477-4070. WARDEN/ HWY#7 4 bedroom house, walk to Toogood Pond & William Bercy. Newly renovated. Parking, laundry. Non-smoking/ pets. $2000+ utilities. Available immediately. 647-930-7867 WOODBINE/ 16TH- Very bright beautiful 2400sqft. 4 bedroom. Double garage. 5 appliances. Water softener. No smoking or pets. Available immediately. $2800+ utilities. 416-888-7352

Decks & Fences

DECKS, PERGOLAS, Sheds, Pool Sheds, Staining, Tree Removal. 30 years experience. 416-522-8034

Electrical

LICENSED/ INSURED. All Electrical Wiring, Panel Upgrades, Potlights, Basements, Reno’s, New homes. Competitive pricing. Quality work. Call Jon (905)716-7755 www.MasterElectric.ca

Flooring & Carpeting Legal Services

Houses for Rent

Flooring & Carpeting

Legal Services

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let your past limit your career plans! Since 1989 Confidential, Fast Affordable - A+ BBB Rating EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM Call for FREE INFO BOOKLET 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) www.RemoveYourRecord.com CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian Record Suspension (Criminal pardon) seals record. American waiver allows legal entry. Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation, peace of mind? Free consultation: 1-800-347-2540

HARDWOOD FLOOR & Tile. Experienced. Professional. Low prices. Free Estimates. We supply and install hardwood, laminate, tile, stairs, sand floors & painting. 647-786-6484

Handy Person

A-HANDYMAN- Kitchen & Bathroom renovations, plumbing, electrical, hardwood/ laminate flooring, and more. Excellent quality. Reasonable price. 416-845-1556.

Houses for Rent

BAYVIEW AND Major Mackenzie, three bedrooms bungalow, finished basement +two bedrooms, two bathrooms, main floor hardwood, appliances, parking +utilities, $2150, 647-632-8218.

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. October 1st. 647-722-2285. THORNHILL- 1 bedroom basement, bright, a/c, separate kitchen, fridge. Washer/ dryer. Cable/ internet. No smoking or pets. Parking. Separate entrance. $550. 905-881-7780

Shared Accommodations

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

Heating & Cooling

AIR CONDITIONING, REFRIGERATION and HEATING. Service - Repair. Residential - Commercial. Professional work. Serving the community for 15yrs. 647-299-7060

Home Renovations

MR. FIX-IT-”ALL” All Home Services, Repairs & Renovations. Bathroom, Countertop, Backsplash, Ceramics, Plumbing, Ceiling Spraying, Crown Moulding, Flooring, Garage Openers, Appliance Repair/ Installation (905)669-4658

HOME RENO. 25 years exp. Basement. Kitchen. Bathroom. Drywall. Painting. Call Cam 647-388-1866 www.hongfuconstruction.com

CEILINGS REPAIRED. Spray textures, plaster designs, stucco, drywall, paint. We fix them all! www.mrstucco.ca 905-554-0825 Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies

PROFESSIONAL GARDENER: NO GRASS CUTTING Create a garden. Garden clean up. Hedge trimming, pruning, edging, weeding, planting. SEASONAL CONTRACTS. 905-989-0578, 905-806-4457(C) henna@hennasgarden.com

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Through almost 95 years, Will was many things. He was a Dutch resistance fighter; proud and loving father and grandfather; patriarch of a large family in the Netherlands and Canada; renaissance man with diverse passions including sports, art, politics, culture, the written word, health and wellness; and great writer and cataloguer of information.

Online tributes may be left at www.marshallfuneralhome.com

Moving & Storage

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Plumbing

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Waste Removal

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masonry & concrete

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Missing since July 10, 2015 from Norman Drive (King/Keele)in King City. Treeing Walker Hound - Female - white body with black and brown markings, dark brown ears. Not wearing a collar. Approximately 40 pounds. Very timid Contact: Jim at 416-580-7900 or Lynn at 647-972-1969 or Vaughan Animal Control at 905-832-8505

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Friends called at the Marshall Funeral Home, on Thursday, August 6th from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass was held in St. Mary Immaculate Church on Friday, August 7th at 11 a.m. Cremation.

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Peacefully, with his family at side, on Saturday, August 1, 2015.

GORDON, John Robert “Jack” Peacefully on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Mackenzie Health. Jack, beloved husband of June Gordon and the late Jean Gordon. Loving father of Linda Bailey, John Robert Gordon Jr., and Stephen (Janice) Gordon. Grandpa will be lovingly remembered by Matthew Bailey. Cremation. If desired, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Marshall Funeral Home.

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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.