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Scientist says the major element missing from science class is the science TERESA LATCHFORD tlatchford@yrmg.com Chris McGowan is determined to save science class. The Aurora scientist claims the current science curriculum taught in the classrooms of Ontario schools is failing students and causing fewer students to embrace the sciences in post-secondary studies. Before retiring as the dinosaur curator at the Royal Ontario Museum and professor of zoology at the University of Toronto, McGowan had never examined the education system’s science curriculum - that was until he was preparing to speak at the annual meeting of the Science Teachers’ Association of Ontario. "On checking the curriculum while preparing my talk, I discovered little that resembled science," he said. "Instead, I found a confusion of sociology and misunderstood science. I had not seen such nonsense since battling the creationists in the 1980s." Many science teachers have confided in him, stating that when the classroom door closes they teach science the way it is meant to be taught. However, these teachers are still required to test the students on the subject matter laid out by the Ontario Ministry of Education. There are several things

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Local scientist Chris McGowan of Aurora gazes at one of his favourite creations: a tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur – known as Norman – he made from chicken bones. He worries that the lack of hands-on opportunities to discover science will cause students to become disengaged in the field. McGowan believes that have led to the current state of the unengaging science class. First and foremost, the curricula have been designed by an education consultant, not a science teacher or scientist who specialize in their field. This has caused a shift from a teaching plan designed for future scientists with specific science basics that are built upon year after year, to a science-for-all plan that covers more topics with less depth. For example, instead of just teaching chemistry, physics and biology, the curricula are including engineering and technology alongside the basic teachings in what is now referred to as the STEM focus. "It is turning intuitive students off science," he

said. "With the world facing issues like global warming, we need more scientists, not fewer." Perhaps even more alarming is the lack of hands-on experiments conducted in the classroom. It makes sense to learn theory before applying what student have learned in the lab, but now students aren’t getting the chance to test out their theories in a lab setting. "My 13-year-old grandson has a passion for science and is a very bright lad," McGowan said. "But last year in science class, the only experiment he conducted was weighing a glass of water, adding salt and then reweighing it. Whatever happened to learning by doing?" Professor Sushanta Mi-

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uating from high school and entering their first year of university science studies. Many lack the strong calculus background and the understanding of basic science required to thrive at the post-secondary level, forcing professors to focus on the basics rather than building upon a solid foundation. When building a house, one needs a strong foundation before laying the bricks. Mitra says there is a need to review science curricula, which haven’t been overhauled since 2008, and he believes technology should be a prominent element. Mitra has been working with the York Catholic District School Board and a

private-sector partner to develop and implement the use of science-specific apps to enhance science lessons. "Textbooks are static, and students can’t change a parameter in a textbook," he continued. "These apps will give them that ability, create a specialized and customized learning experience as well as bridge the equation to allow students to connect the dot between theory and practical science." McGowan put his thoughts on paper and released a book, Saving Science Class, after finding his concerns were falling on deaf ears after meetings with two different education ministers. In it, his solution brings the focus back to conducting real, hands-on science in the classroom by mirroring the Nuffield Science Teaching Project in the United Kingdom, where working scientists acted as resource personnel for teachers designing curricula. Education ministry spokesperson Heather Irwin said overall secondary school enrolment has increased by almost 3 per cent over the past five years and that the Programme for International Student Assessment 2015 results show Ontario students rank among the top international English-speaking jurisdictions in science achievement. The curriculum is based on strands including a focus on scientific investigation skills and hands-on learning experiences throughout all courses from Grades 1to 12, she added. It has yet to be determined when the next cycle of curriculum review will be.

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Amnesty needs to be part of pot plan When the federal Liberals first broached the notion of legalizing marijuana for recreational use in Canada, one of the rationales for taking that position was the need to stop persecuting users for possession of small amounts of pot. Saddling non-violent people with criminal records for holding small amounts of a substance found to not be harmful for most users (and in the process tying up law enforcement and court resources) was an approach that had long outlasted its usefulness. So it seems more than a bit strange that, having released its blueprint for legal weed, Ottawa has taken no steps to help those people. For the next year or so, police can continue to arrest and charge Canadian pot smokers for behaviour that, at some point during the summer of 2018, will likely become completely legal. As a matter of fact, even after recreational marijuana becomes available at your local store (LCBO perhaps?), pot possession and use outside of the regulatory guidelines will remain a serious criminal offence. So, those hoping that Liberal sensibilities on pot would lead to a blanket amnesty and the removal of criminal records for possession of small amounts were hoping in vain. Amnesty is not on the agenda, says Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale. The question is why not? It makes sense to manage this cultural transition cautiously. Ottawa should absolutely address drugged driving and the use of weed by minors. It’s evident that too many Canadian teens, ages 15-19, are using marijuana. (Some estimates suggest 22 per cent of youths in that age group have smoked pot in the past year). Pot can impact maturing brains and exacerbate pre-existing mental-health issues, such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorders, warns the Canadian Psychiatric Association, which advocates use be restricted to ages 21 and older, and THC potency levels restricted. And we appreciate that even a government that supports legalization doesn’t want to appear as an advocate for drug use. But it’s nonsensical for this government to sustain an unjust policy that helped spark its interest in legalization in the first place. Criminalizing people for possessing small amounts of pot was unacceptable before Justin Trudeau became prime minister and remains so.

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The Wills Lawyers A gentleman called in to a talk show to tell this sad and tragic story. His sister and her husband asked him if they could name him as executor and guardian in their Wills, in case anything happened to both of them. They had two young children, Jake and Carrie Anne. The caller said that he was appreciative of their trust in him, and agreed to be named as both guardian and executor in their Wills. At the time, both his sister and her husband were in their forties. The children were 11 and 13 years of age. It came as a terrible shock to the caller, when, less than a year later, he learned of a tragic car accident which claimed the lives of both his sister and her husband. The caller was unmarried at the time, and Father & Daughter Team had a close relationship to Jake and Carrie Les & Michelle Kotzer Anne. As a result of the tragedy, he moved into his sister’s home to look after his niece and nephew. Between the value of the home and the cashing in of the life insurance, the caller was looking after a sum which amounted to over two million dollars. He invested the money so there would be income to support college educations when the time came. For several years, his relationship with Jake and Carrie Anne was excellent. Everything began to change after Jake turned 17. It was at that time that Jake became interested in what his parents’ Wills provided for. Each of the Wills provided that his parents would fully inherit from one another, but when both of them died, the estate would be equally divided between Jake and Carrie Anne. The Wills said that the children would get their inheritance at the age of 18. Friction was building up as Jake’s 18th birthday was approaching. He demanded to know exactly what was in his parents’ estates and what was being done with the funds. Jake told the caller that the time for his independence had arrived, and he wanted to live in the house with his sister, and no longer needed the caller to act as guardian. Jake wanted his uncle to move out of their house. The caller attempted to reason with Jake, but Jake was so insistent that his uncle move out, that he threatened to start legal action on the day he turned 18. Jake influenced Carrie Anne, and both of them made their uncle’s life as difficult as possible. The caller had always loved and respected his deceased sister, and pleaded with Jake and Carrie Anne to think things out. Even though they were entitled to get their inheritance at 18, he offered to manage their investments for them, and do anything for them that they needed in order to have a secure future. However, both Jake and Carrie Anne rejected his offers and demanded that he turn over all of their money the moment they were entitled to it. The caller tried his best, but he could not fight what the Wills provided for, and he left the home, after several years of looking after the children. The caller turned Jake’s inheritance over to him as soon as Jake turned 18. Up to this point, as a result of careful management, these investments steadily increased in value. The caller was still looking after Carrie Anne’s money and learned from the financial institutions involved that Jake had cashed in all of his investments. The caller’s relationship with Carrie Anne was hostile and strained during the last two years he had looked after her money. She accused the caller of mismanaging her money. By the time Carrie Anne turned 18, the caller was more anxious than she was to wash his hands of this estate. He turned her inheritance over to her the day she turned 18. At that time, she was involved with a man in his forties. The caller next learned that Jake had been involved with drugs. He had destroyed his car in an accident which occurred while he was drunk. He had been sued by the innocent victims of that accident and there was no insurance to back him up because of his being impaired by alcohol. As well, Jake stopped his education after high school and began a life of petty crime. He had twice been arrested for shoplifting. It looked like Jake was going to have to go bankrupt because he had squandered his inheritance and still had to face a lawsuit of the people he injured in that car accident. Carrie Anne moved to Europe with that older man, and the caller heard from her when she asked his advice on how to deal with her brother. Jake was demanding money from her because of the fact that he was broke. She did not want to deal with him. She was coping with her own problems in Europe. Her boyfriend left her with a child and never married her. He had used her for her money. Once the money ran out, he left her. She was now a single mother with a young child of her own. Carrie Anne told the caller she was no longer on speaking terms with her brother. The caller said that his sister and her husband could have avoided making the children their own worst enemies. Giving them everything at age 18 ruined their lives. The Wills could have provided that Jake and Carrie Anne would get their inheritance at a later age, when they would be mature enough to manage what was left to them. The caller ended this upsetting story with this piece of advice, “Don’t think that the words in your Will are only words on a page, because one day, those words may come to life”. Les Kotzer is a regular call in guest on the Barb DiGiulio show on Newstalk 1010. If you do not have a will and are not sure where to start, we offer a free will consultation. We can sit down and talk about a will tailor made to your life situation. 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Incident handled by internal police investigation JEREMY GRIMALDI jgrimaldi@yrmg.com Two decades before retired York Regional Police Sgt. Don Clark was charged in 2015 with having sex with a 14-year-old girl, he was caught up in another investigation, but never faced criminal charges. In 1996, acting Staff Sgt. Clark was accused of sexually assaulting a Stouffville teen-an accusation that was handled through an internal police investigation. At the time, criminal charges were not laid. Instead, Clark was charged with "deceit" and "discreditable conduct" as part of an internal Police Services Act hearing. Clark admitted to "deceit" for making a false entry in his notebook. The discreditable conduct charge, which accused the officer of acting in "an inappropriate manner’ dur-

ing a meeting with the teen, was withdrawn by the service. Although York Regional Police repeatedly said that files had been either "lost or purged" as part of the service’s move from York Region’s municipal offices to its new headquarters in Aurora, yorkregion.com was able to obtain a copy of the Police Services Act (PSA) notice of hearing and statement of facts through other means. Three sources, who requested anonymity, were interviewed as part of the investigation into this story; they will be identified as Source A, B or C. Source A, who is close to the case, says the girl who’d earlier been found by local officers after being reported missing by her parents - was attempting to seek guidance from the police when she met Clark. On Oct. 15, 1996, she called the Markham police

station looking for another officer, according to Source B, who has intimate details of the facts of the case. Clark, then a 22-year veteran of the service, answered the call. Soon after, he left the station, taking his marked supervisor car to meet her. The PSA document states, "Sgt. Clark left 5 District.and drove to Stouffville to meet a female person.at approximately 12 midnight." He returned after 1:55 a.m. making a "false and deceitful" entry into his notebook, writing: "1:05 patrol Main St., Markham." Source A provided this version of their meeting: Clark took the girl, 15, to a dark and secluded parking lot, grabbed her crotch more than once, grabbed her breast, unzipped her pants and asked her to walk around for him in her underwear, suggesting that she wouldn’t have many clothes to remove.

the girl said she was scared. When he asked why she was fearful, she replied Clark had a gun. The following day, the girl overdosed on pills at her school, according to Source A, who added she was "extremely vulnerable" at the time. Oct. 21, 1996, six days after the complaint, the girl’s parents met Marshall and his partner, Professional Standards Bureau Det.Sgt. Greg Saunders, at the Markham police station, according to a letter obtained by yorkregion.com. The handwritten letter, signed by the parents and Marshall, says, "During the meeting, options were discussed regarding criminal court and the Police Services Act tribunal. Given considerations to all points discussed at this meeting it is our request that this matter be dealt with inter-

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Don Clark leaves the Newmarket court after a court appearance in Nov. 2016. The teen made a complaint to police hours later, according to Source B. Officer Kirk Marshall, now an inspector with York police, was dispatched to investigate.

Among other questions, Source A said, Marshall asked the girl: If she knew her allegations could ruin Clark’s career if she was lying? Why she didn’t run or tell him to stop? In reply,

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work for York Regional Police for another 10 years. After his retirement in 2006, the force rehired him. Clark, a Georgina resident, was still working parttime, in the fleet department, when he was charged in November 2015 with the Oct. 30, 2015 sexual assault of a young girl. In February 2016, police announced three additional victims had come forward to accuse the former cop. Clark now faces charges in two historical sex assaults, alleged to have occurred between 1967 and 1970, and in the 1996 incident that was handled by internal police investigation. All alleged victims are younger than 16. Clark currently faces charges of sexual interference, sexual intercourse with a girl under 14, sexual exploitation and sexual assault. According to Newmarket courthouse staff, Clark will next appear in court Oct. 23 and face trials

by judge alone. Clark, Marshall, Saunders declined to comment on the story, refusing to speak while the case is before the courts. York Regional Police Chief Eric Jolliffe expressed concern that Clark remained with the service for so long after the 1996 incident. "When the criminal allegations were reported in November 2015, I immediately ordered a full review of the previous allegation and directed that a full criminal investigation take place, which resulted in criminal charges," Jolliffe said in an emailed statement. "Given the fact that our recent investigation has led to criminal charges, I am very troubled that the accused remained in our employ following the 1996 allegations - this is unacceptable." These allegations have not been tested in court.

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Notice of Commencement and Public Engagement Barrie Rail Corridor Expansion Transit Project Assessment Process Metrolinx, an agency of the Province of Ontario, is working to transform the way the region moves by building a fast, convenient and integrated transit network across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and Simcoe County. Over the next ten years, Metrolinx is transforming the existing GO rail system to deliver a whole new rapid transit experience to your community. Part of this plan is to bring frequent and reliable service to communities along the Barrie rail corridor. With more frequent train service you’ll have more options to get you where you need to go. The Project Current plans include electrified, all-day, two-way service every 15 minutes to Aurora as well as peak, midday, evening and weekend GO Train service to Allandale Waterfront GO Station. The service increase will be phased in over 10 years while Metrolinx builds additional infrastructure. To support this service increase, Metrolinx is proposing the following: • Provision of a second track between Lansdowne Avenue in the City of Toronto to Allandale Waterfront GO Station in the City of Barrie; • Upgrades to existing GO Stations along the corridor: Rutherford, Maple, King City, Aurora, Newmarket, East Gwillimbury, Bradford, Barrie South and Allandale Waterfront; • Upgrades to existing structures within the corridor including bridges and culverts; and • A new train layover facility within the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury for overnight storage of trains. The Process Metrolinx is assessing the environmental impacts of the Barrie Rail Corridor Expansion (BRCE) Project in accordance with the Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP) as prescribed in Ontario Regulation 231/08, Transit Projects and Metrolinx Undertakings (made under the Environmental Assessment Act). As part of the TPAP, an Environmental Project Report (EPR) is being prepared and will be filed documenting any potential environmental effects and mitigation requirements of the Project. Viewing locations for the agency and public review of the EPR will be published in the Notice of Completion. All information produced as part of this project is available at metrolinx.com/RERBarrie Consultation We thank everyone for their feedback to date. As we formally commence the TPAP, we will continue to get your feedback through an online engagement (details below). We continue to encourage our neighbours, agencies, Indigenous communities and other interested persons to actively participate in the TPAP by visiting metrolinx.com/RERBarrie and contacting staff directly with comments or questions at RERBarrie@metrolinx.com Metrolinx is hosting an online survey for the BRCE Project to provide you with an opportunity to offer further feedback. Copies of the draft environmental studies and preferred design drawings are available at metrolinx.com/RERBarrie, for review prior to completing the survey. Online engagement will be open from Thursday, May 11 to Thursday, June 1, 2017. If you have any project-related questions, would like to be added to the Project’s mailing list or would like to provide input at any time, please contact: Barrie Rail Corridor Expansion Project c/o Georgina Collymore Senior Advisor, Environmental Assessment Communications & Community Relations 20 Bay Street, Suite 600, Toronto, ON M5J 2W3 tel: 416-202-4921 e-mail: RERBarrie@metrolinx.com

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MICHAELS CORRECTION NOTICE In the Michaels ad starting on May 5, 2017, the reg. price of the Deco Pen by The Happy Planner™ was stated in error on page 1. The correct reg. price is $9.99. The dates for Camp Creativity are also stated in error on page 5. The correct dates for Canada are July 3 - August 18, 2017. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

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Vaughan council paid tribute to 80 local volunteers during a special ceremony held at city hall April 27. Each honouree received a certificate and lapel pin to acknowledge their contributions. The evening was capped off with a performance by the Richard Whiteman Trio. MICHAELS CORRECTION NOTICE Every year, during National Volunteer In the Michaels ad starting on May 5, 2017, the free Week, the city recognizes the efforts of Precut Mat 8x10 matted to 4x6 Opening that we show those who invest time and energy into makin the tab with the “I LOVE MOM” on it is not in stores. ing the community a better place The recipients are selected from nomiWe are offering the following substitutes for them: SKU 10083820 MAT 8X10 5X7 SNGL WHITE REG. 4.99 and nees, put forward annually by not-for-profSKU 10083921 MAT 8X10 5X7 DBL WHITE REG. 7.99. We it organizations and community groups, apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. whose outstanding actions have had a distinct impact on the city.

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TWIN® Grip Peeling, Paring & Utility Knives

SALE $999 40673-300

Assorted colours REG $13 23% OFF

SALE $999

BALLARINI 11” Sauté Pan with Glass Lid REG $145 51% OFF

SALE $6999 75000-560 MADE IN ITALY

Household hazardous waste does not belong in the garbage, in your blue box or down the drain. It should be brought to a depot location where it will be disposed of safely.

STAUB 3Qt Cast Iron Tomato Cocotte REG $350 54% OFF

STAUB .5Qt Ceramic Tomato Cocotte REG $60 50% OFF

SALE $15999 SALE $2999 40511-774 MADE IN FRANCE

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STAUB 4Qt Blue Cast Iron Universal Pan REG $320 43% OFF

BALLARINI 10” Crepe Pan with Stainless Steel Handle REG $75 33% OFF

SALE $17999

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GIFT WITH PURCHASE* Spend $30 on TWEEZERMAN® at any ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS store and receive a lilac cosmetic bag. *Before tax; while supplies last.

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ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS Stores are your one-stop shop for all your kitchenware needs Shop Online 24/7 at www.zwilling.ca | Free shipping on purchases over $99 Vaughan Mills | 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive #261, Vaughan ON Outlet Collection at Niagara | 300 Taylor Rd #746, Niagara-on-the-Lake ON

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Offers apply to ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS in-store purchase and/or online at www.zwilling.ca; before taxes; may not be redeemed on past purchases; limited quantity; some exclusions may apply; not valid with use of promotional codes or other discounts. Sale runs from May 11-14, 2017 or while supplies last.

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EVENTS

Rock Shabbat and Teacher Appreciation WHEN: 6:30 p.m WHERE: Temple Kol Ami, 36 Atkinson Ave., Vaughan CONTACT: Joanne, admin@kolami.ca COST: Sing and dance your way into Shabbat with SHTYX, Kol Ami’s live band. Services followed by a potluck Shabbat dinner. RSVP to jaykowal@gmail.com for dinner only. Here’s To Song WHEN: 7:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m WHERE: St. Maurice and St. Verena Coptic Church, 3300 Hwy. 7 E., Markham CONTACT: Brigitte Sopher, 905-471-4464, brigsopher@gmail.com, http:// www.villagevoices.ca COST: Adults: $30, seniors: $25, stu-

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Visit yorkregion.com/events to submit your own community events for online publishing. dents: $15, < 12: free Village Voices and Men of Note, directed by Oksana Vignan, present a Canada 150 Concert. Tickets at the door or online. l Saturday, May 13 Markham Farmers Market 2017 WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m WHERE: Main Street Markham, 132 Robinson St., Markham CONTACT: Markham Village BIA, 905-472-2462, info@mainstreetmarkham.com COST: Freshness straight from the farm. A great place to shop, and live entertainment, too, starting at 10 a.m. New musicians this year.

Thornhill Garden and Horticultural Society Spring Plant Sale WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Thornhill Community Centre, 7755 Bayview Ave., Thornhill CONTACT: Thornhill Garden and Horticultural Society, thornhillhort@live.com COST: The Thornhill Garden and Horticultural Society Spring Plant Sale. Munchkin Minyan WHEN: 9:00 a.m WHERE: Temple

Kol Ami, 36 Atkinson Ave., Vaughan CONTACT: Rabbi Streiffer, RabbiStreiffer@kolami.ca It’s Shabbat for the younger set. A brief, musical, tot-friendly Shabbat service (15 minutes), followed by a fun craft and snack. Best for ages five and younger. Tennis Day in Canada Festivities WHEN: 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m WHERE: German Mills Tennis Club, 19 Simonston Blvd., Thornhill CONTACT: Justin Hummel Players of all ages, levels and experience are invited to participate in free tennis activities and earn a chance to win fabulous prizes. Free food and drinks available. l Monday, May 15 Sushi and Study WHEN: 12:00 p.m WHERE: Sano Sushi, 8143 Yonge St., Thornhill CONTACT: Joanne, admin@kolami.ca COST: Join us as we study Maimonides’ laws of ethics and blessings. No Hebrew or prior knowledge is necessary. All are welcome. RSVP is appreciated but not required.

Don’t miss these flyers in today’s Liberal! HIGHLAND FARMS HOME DEPOT HOME OUTFITTERS IDA LASTMANS BAD BOY LOBLAWS LONGOS LOWES M & M FOOD MARKET MARKS MAXIMUM NUTRITION METRO NATIONAL SPORTS NO FRILLS

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Victorian Mother’s Day Tea WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: Elman W. Campbell Museum, 134 Main St. S., Newmarket CONTACT: Elman W. Campbell Museum, 905-953-5314, elmanmuseum@rogers.com, http:// www.newmarket.ca/museum COST: $15 Bring your mother and enjoy an old-fashioned afternoon in a historical setting with a variety of teas, old-fashioned sandwiches and sweets served on vintage china. Tickets must be purchased in advanced. Suitable for ages 12+ years.

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Visit yorkregion.com/events to view all community events in York Region. l Sunday, May 14 Mother’s Day Flower Handprint Tile WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Markham Museum, 9350 Markham Rd., Markham CONTACT: 905-305-5970, museuminfo@markham.ca COST: $40 Age: four and older.Come and create lasting memories and a beautiful keepsake together. Cost for one child and one adult.

Mother’s Day Tea WHEN: 2:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: King Heritage and Cultural Centre, 2920 King Rd., King CONTACT: Kathleen Fry, 905833-2331, kingmuseum@king.ca COST: $20 per person Treat your mother and yourself. Mind your manners with some Victorian etiquette lessons and sample tea and light refreshments. Please RSVP in advance.

Mother’s Day Watercolour Cookies Workshop with Cakelaine WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St., Aurora CONTACT: Leanne DiMonte, 905-713-1818, info@auroraculturalcentre.ca COST: $22.55 plus HST, plus $15.75 materials fee Spend an afternoon bringing the joys of painting together with yummy baked goods.

Mother’s Day Concert, Strawberries, Scones Tea WHEN: 2:00 p.m WHERE: Sharon-Hope United Church, 18648 Leslie St., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: Upper Canada Chordsmen Chorus, 289-648-6300, info@uccchorus.com COST: $20 for concert and tea, $10 for concert Treat mom to a special concert by the Upper Canada Chordsmen Chorus followed by a tea, strawberries and scones.

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We offer senior discounts and free consultation to new patients. (limited time offer)

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

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l Saturday, May 13 Maple Scouts Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Maple Lions Hall, 8 Merino Rd., Vaughan CONTACT: Rhiannon Wood, rhiannon@1stmaple.org COST: Varies depending on order Please come and join the 1st Maple Scout group as they raise funds for their many adventures through delicious pancakes and a bake sale.

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l Friday, May 12 Language Cafe - Friday WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: The Bridge Church, 5440 16th Ave., Markham CONTACT: Radhika Chellaiah, 905-2946716, info@newtomarkham.com, http://newtomarkham.com/ language-cafes/ COST: These are informal drop-in opportunities where you can enjoy a beverage and snack while practicing English with fluent locals and other newcomers.

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Together with our vendors and customers, we provided 8 million meals to families in need. See walmart.ca/FightHunger for details.

SHOWCASE

Thursday May 11, 2017

BRADFORD 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW BEAUTY & POOL! 1 ACRE! Open House Sat & Sun 2-4pm, 34 Brownlee Dr., – 10th Line south of Hwy 88 to Simcoe to signs! Sprawling updated & upgraded executive home loaded w/ extras & upgrades – shows to perfection! Sep. formal LR & DR! Spacious family rm w/cozy fpl & walk-out to pool! Updated eat-in kit w/granite counters & SS appli! Master w/enticing 6pc updated ensuite! Big secondary bdrms too! Professionally landscaped oasis backyard & much more!

LENARD LIND Broker of Record/Owner

(905)841-0000 (416)410-8223 www.hallmarklindrealty.com

Open House Sat & Sun 2:00-4:00pm, 29 Bannerman Drive, Bradford, Yonge St. to 8th Line to signs! Bright, spacious “open concept” 3+1 bedroom home with curb appeal & more! Full brick! Spacious livingdining combination! Modern ceramic “eatin” kitchen w/walk-out to oversized deck! 3 large bedrooms! Professionally finished open concept lower level with 4th bdrm, 3 piece bath & huge rec room with inlaw potential! Quiet child-safe court!

LENARD LIND Broker of Record/Owner

(905)841-0000 (416)410-8223 www.hallmarklindrealty.com

$698,888

37 ACRES IN TOWN! AURORA

IT’S A RENOVATED BEAUTY! BRING YOUR INLAWS!

LENARD LIND Broker of Record/Owner

(905)841-0000 (416)410-8223 www.hallmarklindrealty.com

Lynne Knowles Broker

905.727.3154 The most prestigious building site in Aurora. Property includes a 16 acre pond with abundant wild life. Located between Yonge Street and Bayview Ave. Renovate existing home or build your dream home. Auxiliary buildings permitted. Call Lynne Knowles, broker for complete details. 905-727-3154

$998,888

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 2-4PM ~ 213 DOUGLAS RD. Prime Oak Ridges Side Split • First time offered for sale in over 40 years • Upgraded Home with Newer Kitchen, Bathrooms, Tiles and Hardwood, Windows, Roof, Wood Deck, Furnace, A/C, Doors, Hardwood & Trims • 3 Bedrooms • 3 Full Bathrooms • Warm Family Home on Sought After Street • 66 Foot Wide Lot Steps To Lake Wilcox, Trails, Paths, Rec Centre, Yonge Street & All Area Amenities MLS# N378477

CARLO BATTAGLINI Sales Representative

416.706.7835

$1,599,000

Sutton Group Security Real Estate Inc.

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 2-4 PM

RAVINE LOT

JENNIFER JONES Sales Representative

The Jennifer Jones Team

416-702-1146

OPEN HOUSE SUN. MAY 14TH. 2-4PM

JACQUELINE TAI Sales Representative

416 219-6066

Direct: 416-720-6134 Office: 905-773-7771 www.ihomesgta.com HOMELIFE EAGLE REALTY INC, BROKERAGE †

$1,050,000

42 MONKMAN COURT, AURORA D PE HA E LOT S PIEAVIN R

JOHNNY MOBILE www.johnnymobile.realtor

Real Estate Sales Extraordinary Workmanship. Luxurious Custom Bungaloft w/Walkout Bsmt set in a Quiet Enclave. Over $300k Upgrades incl. Brand Representative New Master Chef’s Gourmet Kitchen. Over-Sized Italian Porcelain Tile & Brazilian Hardwood. Crown Moulding. Vaulted/Cathedral

905.727.3154

Smooth Ceilings. Connected by Walking/Biking Trails viewed from a Private Ravine Lot. Stone Facade. Large Covered Front and Rear Porch. Soaring Foyer w/Skylight. Opulent Finishes and Fixtures. Just under 5000sq.ft Finished. S/S Kitchen Appl: Fridge. B/I Wall Ovens. B/I ‘Wolf’ 5 Burner Cooktop. B/I 900CFM ‘Sirius’ Hood Fan w/Custom S/S Canopy. B/I ‘Bosch’ Dishwasher. B/I ‘Magic Chef’ Bar Fridge. Washer/Dryer. California Shutters. All Elf’s. C/Vac. G.D.O.w/Remotes. Water Softener: Gas BBQ Hook-up

LIST PRICE $2,488,000

Just Listed $658,000

Margaret Gourlay

Elegant 3 bdrm condo apt. in sought after building in

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Richmond Hill. Renovated

Broker of Record

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905-883-0840 Cel: 416-258-8937

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416 281-0027 www.j-tai.com

With well-appointed living spaces and stylish finishes, this all-brick semi has all the features expected by discerning homeowners: 9’ ceilings, gourmet kitchen with granite counters & stainless-steel appliances, convenient 2nd floor laundry and a finished basement with wet bar & full bath. Lucky No. 18 & Movein Ready! More photos & details at 18donaldstewartcrescent.j-tai.com

Stunning Executive Home On Prem Ravine Lot! This Bright & Spacious home boasts Luxury Designer Finishes With Brick Exterior. Beautiful Open Concept with 9ft celling, Eat in Kitchen With a Walkout To Deck. www.1743Esterbrook.com

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Open HOuse saturday, May 13tH • 1:00-3:00 pM 17 Law Cres, Richmond Hill Stunning Raised Bungalow With 3+1 Beds, 2 Baths On A Large, Mature Lot In Sought After Area With Parks, Shopping And Public Transit. Gorgeous Custom Kitchen With Gas Range, Quartz Countertops, Breakfast Bar. Open Concept Layout With Hardwood Floors Throughout, Crown Moulding. Renovated Top To Bottom. $1,688,888

EXCEPTIONAL BRADFORD BUNGALOW! 50’ X 122’ LOT!

$1,450,888 Open House Sat & Sun May 13 & 14 2:004:00pm, 1 Teasdale Court, Aurora - Yonge to Golf Links to signs! Showstopper executive home featuring hardwood strip floors on 1st & 2nd level! Custom cornice mouldings! Gourmet custom kitchen w/ extended cabinets - curio cabinets - custom splash – SS appliances & crown mldgs! Spacious family room w/cozy fpl! Master w/enticing updated ensuite! Updated main bath & powder room too! Bright professionally finished w/o lower level inlaw w/4th bdrm, 3pc bath, kitchen & big LR-DR combo!

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GRAND RE-OPENING

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Joe and Anthony Greco, owners of the Oak Ridges Food Market, stand proudly together at the grand re-opening of their store. (Below) Romualdo and Marina Pereira of Sophina Foods show off their prosiutto on bread sticks, a promotional give-away at the re-opening.

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Offers available from May 9 – May 13, 2017. Total Standard Rate Finance Cash on a 2017 Nissan Rogue // 2017 Nissan Sentra // 2017 Nissan Micra // 2017 Nissan Pathfinder // 2017 Nissan Titan consists of a combination of Standard Rate Finance Cash and 5 Day Bonus Cash. +5 Day Bonus Cash of $1,000/$500/$500/$500/$250 applicable when cash purchasing, leasing or financing a new 2017 Titan/2017 Pathfinder/2017 Rogue/2017 Sentra/2017 Micra between May 9, 2017 and May 13, 2017. Standard Rate Finance Cash discount of $10,000/$3,500/$4,000/$3,000/$2,250 will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and is applicable only to customers financing any 2017 Titan Crew Cab Platinum Reserve (AA00/AA50)/2017 Pathfinder/2017 Rogue SV AWD Moonroof, Technology and Family Package/2017 Sentra (except 2017 Sentra SR models)/2017 Micra (except Micra S MT) through NCF at standard rates. The cash discounts cannot be combined with lease or finance subvented rates or with any other offer. Certain conditions apply. Payments cannot be made on a weekly basis, for advertising purposes only. *Representative monthly lease offer based on a new 2017 Rogue S FWD/2017 Sentra SV CVT at 0%/0% lease APR for 39/39 months equals monthly payments of $244/$202 with $1,995/$995 down payment, and $0 security deposit. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km/year with excess charged at $0.10/km. Total lease obligation is $11,526/$8,854. Lease Cash of $500/$1,800 and 5 Day Bonus Cash of $500/$500 are included in the advertised offers. ▲Models shown $38,020/$28,025/$18,915/$50,52 0/$59,722 selling price for a new 2017 Rogue SL Platinum (PL00)/ 2017 Sentra SR Turbo CVT Premium (RL00)/2017 Micra SR AT/2017 Pathfinder Platinum/2017 Titan Pro-4X(AA50). All Pricing and payments include Freight and PDE charges ($1,795/$1,600/$1,600/$1,795/$1,795) air-conditioning levy ($100), applicable fees, manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. Certain conditions apply. ©2017 Nissan Canada Inc.

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