A FRIENDLY NEIGHBOUR Resident never gets tired of reaching out to her community - See page 5
NEW TENNIS COURTS Local sports club hopes to get more visitors with new facilities - See page 8
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44 years for Leafs fans’ dream of tickets MATTHEW ALLEYNE The Observer
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The future of Malvern soccer O’niel Morris, left, Jamal Comrie, centre, & Nigek Bucknor, right, giving one last huddle in celebration of the Malvern Lighting under 16 boys 2009 season. See page 8.
Librarians threaten strike Staffers ask for job security, full-time hours and benefits in the wake of increased public library usage TRISTAN CARTER The Observer
Toronto Public Library workers have voted in favour of strike action that could occur as early as November. Eighty-six per cent of respondents in Toronto Public Library Workers Union (TPLWU) Local 4948 voted on Oct. 8 to support a strike.
Part-time workers ÒWe want to maintain good jobs in the library,Ó said Maureen OÕReilly, TPLWU spokesperson and chair of the bargaining committee. ÒThere are a large number of our workers who are part timers and that means they have !"#$ $%&'()" Currently 50 per cent of the workforce is part-time. Library workers are not the
only ones concerned about the lack of full-time job opportunities. LCBO workers nearly walked off the job this summer due to similar issues. Library workers are also dealing with a reduction in staff while experiencing an increase in clients. ÒSince the early 1990s ,weÕve lost 200 full-time equivalencies,Ó OÕReilly said. ÒIf you go on to their *$#'+&$," -!." /0 " '$$" %1'&2 hand they are the most wellused public library, actually, in the world. It sometimes goes back and forth between Hong Kong and Toronto.Ó Many of the job cuts may have been made in anticipation of a dip in public library usage, but that has not happened. ÒThey did say 10, 20 years ago that public libraries
University of Toronto. would be dead with the adIt has come to a point vancement of the Internet. where people donÕt need to ÒQuite contrary to that, if interact with librarians. you check their usage statisÒTheyÕre introducing tics, we are busier than ever,Ó self-checkOÕReilly out machines,Ó said. OÕReilly said. ToronThere are a ÒWeÕre supportto Public large number ive of new techLibraries check out of workers who nologies, we are workmore than are part-timers library ers after all, but 30 million and that means it canÕt be at items a year. the expense of Still, techthey have no a well-trained, nology and benefits. professional the Inter- Maureen O’Reiily workforce.Ó net have Some library changed the patrons do not way people see the need to access lireplace experienced librarbrary resources. ians. ÒI use the TPL website. ÒI go to the one near HighWhat I usually do, I order land Creek. TheyÕre nicbooks and then put them on er there. They do help me hold from home,Ó said Bianwhen I go. When I ask them ca Delgado, a student at the
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questions they physically go and get the books that I need,Ó Delgado said. After receiving $3 million from Ottawa to renovate the Toronto Reference Library, Toronto Public Libraries are now asking the city for an additional $20 million to extend library service hours until midnight.
No point Library workers oppose this idea for two reasons. ÒYouÕre not going to see a full library service provided. YouÕre basically going to see a warehouse style of library service. So, few staff, little access to material, basically just an open room,Ó OÕReilly said. Delgado does not personally see a need for the extended hours.
Imagine being a Toronto Maple Leafs fan and dreaming of having season tickets for years, then one day you get a letter reminding you that youÕre on the coveted waiting list. For many, it would be cause for celebrating, but for Jacqui Banner, it was like having her dream slightly out of reach. BannerÕs biological father had signed up to be on the waiting list for season tickets in 1965 when her brother was born. Unknown to her, every year a renewal letter would be sent to her family home and was returned with the answer of yes. Two years ago, Banner %1'&" 3!. 4" !.&" 0#!.&" &5$" 1$newal letters being sent. She enquired if the name on the waitlist could be transferred over to her, seeing that she was her brother and biological father.
Die-hard fan ÒIÕve been a fan since July 17, 1967,Ó Banner said jokingly, the date of her birthday. Banner grew up, like many Torontonians, as a die-hard Leafs fan. Every Saturday night she would watch the game with her brother and her grandfather. She rarely misses a game, going to about three or four per year when she can afford to get tickets. With consent from her biological father, the transfer was approved by the Leafs. The shock came when Banner contacted the Leafs and found out her current position on the list. ÒI e-mailed the Leafs, and was told that I was 5,576 on the list, which came as a shock that after 40 years I still could be so low down on the list,Ó she said. See MAPLE LEAFS, Page 2
PAGE 2 - The East Toronto Observer, October 23, 2009
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Fence approved for Buddhist centre
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Fear of vandalism prompts facility to seek barrier that exceeds Toronto bylaws
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PHIL SMALLEY The Observer
The Toronto Buddhist Centre off Kingston Rd. may have gotten its wish. City councillors allowed a compromised height of 1.5 3$)2$-%918$%0$$):%0&2%.%0$' $% to surround the buildingÕs perimeter. The centre had applied for construction of a fence around its property but wanted to surpass the city bylaw &0%;*<%3$)2$-%90&"2%0$$):*% It claimed the greater height is needed due to an increase in vandalism on the property and concern for the safety of the building and its members. =.-)%>.?,%.%12$%@2&A$%&")% at the centre, believed to be an act of arson. The meditation centre came to Scarborough community council with an application to build a fence 3.4 3$)2$-%9$7BC)%0$$):%C7BC*%
Councillor Paul Ainslie said the way the temple went about the application helped them get permission. ÒIt helps that the church had yet to build the fence,Ó he said. ÒOften people will construct something outlandish, 2$ $78$%.%1'$%.'#%)C$'%.DD$.2% before community council.Ó The construction of the fence was also a key issue. Had it been made of wood, the council would have declined it outright. ÒIt is a well-designed fence and gate of iron rods that has minimal visual impact on the surrounding community,Ó Ainslie said. ÒThis is a religious organization which has always strove to be an integral part of the West Hill community. They designed a fence that 2$E$ )-% /$!!% &'% )C$% #$-7B'% of their property. It complements the setting of their facility on the banks of Highland Creek,Ó Ainslie said.
The Canadian Blood Services will be at Malvern Town Centre on Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m at centre court Residents are encouraged to donate their blood for a good cause. It’s on you to give
Suspect wanted after shots fired Police were called to the Kingston and Markham roads area Sept. 26 after gunshots were reported around 10 p.m. outside an apartment building. The suspect is described as lightskinned, aged 1718, 5-foot-6 and wearing red and black clothes. Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers at 416-222TIPS (8477) or222tips.com. PHIL SMALLEY/The Observer
The Toronto Buddhist Centre near Kingston Road asked the city to allow a fence that is higher than allowed by bylaws to protect it from vandals.
Licence checks supported by local business TRISTAN CARTER The Observer
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Randy Zhang of Ted’s Restaurant applauds the police for checking licence violations.
Local bars and restaurants have been charged following 32 unannounced premises checks by 43 Division police. The project, which con!"#$#%&'%( )*%+,%-./%&01 $2-% of the Major Crime Unit, in conjunction with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission, visit venues across southeast Scarborough searching for license violations. Some restaurant owners welcomed the initiative. ÒItÕs good for every restaurant,Ó said Randy Zhang, owner of TedÕs Restaurant at 404 Old Kingston Road in
Highland Creek. ÒYou donÕt want people to get drunk and stuff like that.Ó The police did not check TedÕs during this project but Zhang said heÕs never had any problems. ÒItÕs a family restaurant here,Ó he said. Charges laid during the project include overcrowding, blocking emergency exits, unsanitary conditions, permitting the removal of liquor, allowing customers to smoke tobacco and permitting the use of marijuana. (01 $2-% 02&3% 45% 6787-7&'% did not return calls seeking comment.
Maple Leafs season tickets scarce for those on list From Page 1 Maple Leafs representatives were unavailable for comment before presstime, but in the e-mail sent to Banner, Lara Brown, coordinator services for Maple Leaf sports, said the organization cannot account for what was done 40 years ago. ÒUnfortunately, no formal process was ever in place,
)C7-%7-%)C$%12-)%)73$,F%-C$%-.7#% ÒThe list started in the Gardens, they had binders and binders of hand-written requests that had to be sent in every year in order to stay on the list.Ó The e-mail said information from the binders was put into an electronic database. According to Brown, only one or two season ticket holders do not renew every
year. This is no surprise to BannerÕs friend Jim Hughes, whose family has had season tickets since 1931. ÒMy great-aunt had done some accounting work for the Leafs when the Gardens was being built, and as compensation she was given season tickets,Ó Hughes said. Hughes was given the tickets from his father when he was 22. The value of the
tickets to his family today are priceless. ÒThey are a family asset and I hope it will stay in my family for generations to come.Ó Banner has since asked to be moved up on the list. She was told there are roughly 2,500 people ahead of her. ÒI bleed blue,Ó says Banner. ÒWin, lose or draw, they are still my Leafs.Ó
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Water treatment plan available Toronto residents who’d like to see what the city is planning for its four wastewater treatment facilities have until the end of the month to do so. The Biosolids Master Plan is available for east Scarborough residents to review at 255 Morningside Ave. (416-396-8881). For more info, visit www.toronto.ca/biosolids_masterplan.
Malvern hosts history month October is Women’s History Month. Malvern residents are invited to celebrate women’s history at the Malvern Family Resource centre. To participate and learn about women’s history, drop by on Oct. 30 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
New musical on at Scarborough Catch the new musical Nine this fall at the Scarborough Music Theatre running from Nov. 5 to 21. The musical is about a film director trying to come up with a plot for his next film while being beset by beautiful women. For tickets, call 416-267-9292 or order online at scarboroughtheatre.com.
The East Toronto Observer, October 23, 2009 - PAGE 3
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20-year tradition still fresh with hikers Eco-exploration highlights Rouge Park’s hidden treasures Valley. Hikers were invited to discover the hidden riches the valley has to offer, such !&'")$'#%%!"$'>#61&?'=&)?'!0For Alan and Dianne Douphibians, reptiles, and plants. cette, hikes in the Rouge ValSome ventured out on ley have become a tradition. their own, while others The couple comes three to joined small guided hiking four days a week to take in groups. the sights around the park. The four-kiTheyÕve been dolometre trail ing this for 20 We have to around the park years, but Alan nine says theyÕre not at keep this for included eco stations all bored. the people; where experts ÒWe want to the next from various learn more about environmenthe trails, so afgeneration tal groups were ter doing it for - Alan Doucette stationed, ready 20 years weÕre to share their not bored with it, knowledge of but we want some ")$' !6.7&' <!+%!' !%1' *36!' new stuff,Ó he says. with the hikers. ;<"$6' &$$#%2' =6&",)!%1' !' But Rouge Park is more few of the animals around than just beautiful landthe valley, Dianne and Alan scapes brimming with foxes, now want to learn about snakes, birds and bees. them. ÒThe park also has a lot of ThatÕs why the Eco Explothe regular things that a reguration event, organized by lar park has in terms of visithe Rouge Valley Conservator experience such as trails, tion Centre was a perfect opwe have a campground, portunity for all nature lov($' )!4$' =&)#%2?' ($' )!4$' !' ers. beach,Ó said Sheryl Santos, It took place Oct. 17 from stewardship coordinator for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Rouge RIMA RAMOUL The Observer
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Rouge Park biologists Vicki MacDonald, left, and Sheryl Santos, a stewardship co-ordinator for Rouge Park, operate an eco station, ready to share their knowledge with hikers. Rouge Park. ÒThe founders of Citizen Scientists, which has been running since 2001, along with other environmental groups, decided to fundraise and have this event,Ó said Susan Tsin, a volunteer with Citizen Scientists. The money raised through hikersÕ donations will not
only help the conservation centre, but also the educational programs it runs. For example, during the summer monitoring is done on the & $5#$&'3<' -!%"&?'=&)'!%1'#%sects in the area. More than 47 square km in size, Rouge Park is the largest park in Toronto and, according to its website, is 13
times bigger than New YorkÕs famous Central Park. In 1995, it was declared protected land to ensure the survival of all ecosystems enclosed within it. ÒWe came out years ago and there were developers trying to take over part of this place and I thought, ÔItÕs a real sacrilegeÕ, we have to
keep this for people; the next generation,Ó Alan Doucette said. ÒIÕve often said that if I (3%' ")$' -3""3' @71' 1$=%#"$-/' put some money toward this place because itÕs part of our lives.Ó For upcoming events, visit the Rouge Valley Conservation website at Rvcc.ca.
Federal grants not behind spate of home renovations SELENA MANN The Observer
One might think people are renovating their homes all over the Guildwood area to get the tax credit offered by the federal government, but not so. People in the area, especially on Fordover Drive and Fintona Avenue, are repaving
!"#$% &$#'"()*+% ),&% -.ing their roofs. On the short residential street of Fintona alone, nine homes are undergoing repairs. If asked why, homeowners say itÕs because their homes need it. ÒPeople are renovating in this area because the houses are old,Ó Guildwood resident Permjit Buadhwal said.
The government of Canada is offering a 15 per cent Home Renovation Tax Credit for home renovations of $1,000 to $10,000. This is a way for Canadians to help stimulate the "/0,01*% (!#2"% -.#,3% 45% their houses as well. The maximum money a person can get back from renovating their home is $1,350.
But tax credits do not seem to be the incentive for all the work. ÒI donÕt know of anybody who is using it.Ó Scarborough-Guildwood MP John McKay said. ÒIt certainly 6","- +% !"% !#3!"$% ).% 5)*"$% over the lower one. It most2*% 6","- +% 5"052"% (!0% ")$,% more money.Ó Renovations must be made
between Jan. 27, 2009 and Feb. 1, 2010, to count toward the credit. People cannot claim furniture, appliances, tools, or carpet cleaning as part of the HRTC. Any contract maintenance work like furnace cleaning is not claimable on the income tax form, according to the 2009 Canadian Federal
government budget. Only renovations and additions including construction are eligible for this tax credit. The HRTC is part of CanadaÕs Economic Action Plan. The Canadian government expects the HRTC to help create a demand for labour and jobs, especially contract work on homes.
Centenary Hospital prepares for H1N1 IRINA LYTCHAK The Observer
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The hospital urges those who are feeling ill with flulike symptoms to stay home, get lots of rest and fluids.
Rouge Valley Centenary Hospital has hired a pandemic coordinator to prepare for an H1N1 outbreak. ÒWe have a full-time person devoted to the project,Ó says Trisha Root, the hospitalÕs director of infection control. The coordinator is working with designated staff to discuss strategies to help them be prepared in case the virus hits home. If thereÕs a sudden rush in the emergency department, the staff will separate !"#$%"&' (#")' *+,-#.$' &/0 toms from others. Patients 1#& -!/#%2'*+,-#.$'&/0 "30&'
public, Root adds. ÒThere are generally not allowed enwill be clinics set up once try into the hospital through the H1N1 vacthe emergency decine is delivered, partment, Root We have a about six to eight says. throughout the ÒWeÕre taking full-time GTA.Ó a pro-active apperson People also proach in keepdevoted to have to take exing the possible *+' 4#5"#0&' !(!/' the project tra care if they become sick, from the general - Trisha Root Root says. emergency peoÒThe big mesple,Ó Root says. sage is certainly if you feel So far Centenary has had -#.$'/3+74$'23"'*+,-#.$'&/0 one query into a possible intoms, you should stay home,Ó fection, but no documented she says. ÒYouÕre most contacases. gious at this early stage. Get Most hospitals in the city, plenty of rest, nutrition, and including the Rouge Valley *+#1&89 Health System, are not offerRoot stresses the extreme #%2' $#")$6' ")$' *+' &)3"' 36' ")$' importance of hand hygiene H1N1 vaccine to the general
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and staying away from large crowds if possible. She says children and those under 65, especially people in their 20s and 30s, are more prone to the infection. The Scarborough Civic :$%"6$' (#--' )3&"' !' *+' 4!55#nation clinic for people 65 and older on Oct. 23, Oct. 29, and Oct. 31. The H1N1 vaccine will be available at that location in November. Patients must wait a minimum 21 days between receiving ")$#6' &$!&3%!-' *+' &)3"&' !%1' the H1N1 vaccine. For a complete list of approved clinics that will offer the H1N1 vaccine to the public, visit toronto.ca/health/ cdc/h1n1/clinics.htm.
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Ward 44 wins big for conservation Money will go to renovating historical site PHIL SMALLEY The Observer
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The Old Morrish Store, located on Old Kingston Road won $10,000.
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The East Toronto Observer, October 23, 2009 - PAGE 5
FEATURE
Our most-concerned citizen MONICA VALENCIA/The Observer
Iain Duncan, left, of Action for Neighbourhood Change speaks with Sandra Hutley, centre, and Sheila McGregor of Toronto Housing on community outreach in West Hill.
Local resident of more than 35 years sets example for involvement in West Hill MONICA VALENCIA The Observer
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The East Toronto
COMMENT Seeing the green light
OBSERVER
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The East Toronto Observer, October 23, 2009 - PAGE 7
LIFE
Women’s fitness club kicks up self-esteem Coach inspires others with personal achievement KAREEN AWADALLA The Observer
Endorphins were in the air at West Hill Collegiate on Oct. 18, as nine women got psyched up for the start of a new season of the indoor WomenÕs Fitness Club. The club, starting its second year, is a division of Just For Kicks Soccer Club, best known for its programs that cater to younger athletes. Mary Fidilio Ñ also known as Coach Mary Ñ greeted both familiar faces and newcomers. After welcoming the ladies, Fidilio led them in a stretch while telling them to engage their minds. ÒYou have to listen to your body,Ó Fidilio said. ÒThis is about you.Ó During the warmup, each player introduced herself while sharing her soccer skill level with the group. With women aged 18 to 55 and skill sets from beginner to intermediate, it was clear the purpose of the club was not competition.
The club has two groups that run on the weekends. The objective of the two groups is to give the women $"40$%4'"&)".'&"*&"#-&0)=&"&0'" intimidation of working out in a gym. Group one meets each Sunday at West Hill CI and group two will meet on Saturdays beginning Nov. 14 at Francis Libermann CS. ÒI think that for women, we get kidnapped by life responsibilities,Ó said Fidilio, who leads by example and inspires the women to take part.
Making a difference Fidilio can relate to the womenÕs situations. Once 108 kilograms and plagued by chronic injuries, she felt there was a market out there for women who needed a place to get active without being stereotyped. After shedding 34 kilograms she says she needed to give back to the community. Losing anywhere from 3 to 9 kilograms, the ladies rally around Fidilio each season.
ÒTo think that IÕve been able to share my own life lessons and make a difference )&0'2":'):6'>+"6-<'+???"&0'"*2+&" summer was really emotional for me,Ó said Fidilio who was touched by the support she received. ;0'" *2+&" 46$++" )9" &0'" +'$son was a success as Coach Mary continued to offer positive reinforcement, telling one self-proclaimed beginner she was underestimating herself. ÒWe know what to do, weÕre not idiots,Ó Fidilio said. ÒWe just need to commit.Ó Passing drills, and kicking techniques were covered before the women began a fouron-four scrimmage. ÒItÕs like a sisterhood,Ó Fidilio said. ÒItÕs so rewarding in so many ways for me.Ó After 90 minutes of bloodpumping cardio, smiles and laughter rang through the gymnasium as the ladies packed up, thanking Coach Mary and looking forward to next weekÕs class.
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The Women’s Fitness Club indoor season runs until May. Registration prices range from $130-$180 depending on skill level.
New owners rejuvenate 142-year-old restaurant LAURA ROSS The Observer
After years of working in the communications industry, Chris Short made his big career move Ñ to serving ale in ScarboroughÕs 142-year-old homestead, the Olde Stone Cottage Pub. Short and his wife Beth are proud new owners of the pub at the intersection of Kingston and Scarborough Golf Club Roads. ÒIÕve always loved the Olde Stone Cottage from a conceptual point of view,Ó says Short. ÒIt has its own intrinsic charm.Ó
Career change Short formerly worked for nearly two decades in interactive marketing, web management and consulting for companies like Rogers Communications, but he found himself fed up with the industry. !" #$%&'(" &)" *%(" +),'thing different to do in my life,Ó he says. Short found out the pub was for sale and, given his marketing experience, saw the untapped potential of the Olde Stone Cottage. ÒI live in the Guild and if I want to go out for an appetizer and a beer with my
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Chris Short and his wife Beth took over management of the historic Olde Stone Cottage Pub at 3750 Kingston Road on July 22. wife I have to go eight to 10 kilometres. As a consumer, that bothers me and I know thereÕs a whole population here thatÕs got the same problem.Ó He took over ownership of the Olde Stone Cottage Pub on July 22, closing the place for only three days of renocation for dry-walling, paint-%./" +$%(-%." &0'" 1))2+/" $%(" installing comfortable chairs. Short says a connection to
the community is very important and the pub can draw $" 3-..'2" 42)#(" 35" *66-%." $" consumer need. ÒItÕs not go-%."&)"3'"$"*%'7(-%-%."'+&$3lishment Ñ itÕs going to be a comfortable, cozy, friendly mid-end pub with great food and great value.Ó 8%'" )9" &0'" *2+&" &0-%.+" 0'" did, knowing the menu needed updating, was hire a chef consultant. They now offer classic pub fare like beer
3$&&'2'("*+0"$%("40-:+/"#0-6'" also claiming to serve the best wings in the GTA. They also offer a variety of sandwiches, pastas and salads for the more health-conscious. Short has also expanded the wine list and beer selection. Since customers had been asking for different brands of beverages, the pub no longer exclusively carries Labatt products, having added several local beers, such as
Molson, Creemore and Mill Street. Also new to the Olde Stone Cottage is Saturday night entertainment. Short is now hosting standup comedy nights one Saturday a month, Ultimate Fighting Championship parties one Saturday a month, and live bands for the remaining two Saturdays. However, Short has also kept the pubÕs old charm, which comes from being
designated a historical building by the Heritage Canada Foundation. HeÕs getting a city grant to preserve the architectural authenticity with 19th-century-style moulding. The Olde Stone Cottage was the second homestead built in Scarborough in 1867. ;0'" :2-<$&'" +'4)%(71))2" VIP party room is rumoured to be haunted by the builder of the homestead, Jerimiah Annis.
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SPORTS
Club serves up new courts Tam Heathers administration hopes enhanced facility will bring in new clientele MAXX SMITH
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In a bid to attract more members, Tam Heather Tennis and Curling Club opened a new $1-million tennis dome on Oct. 17. The club at 730 Military Trail had been using a transitional dome that was taken down each year. ÒThe old bubble was touchy from year to year on whether it would last another year, so Tam Heather started lobbying for a new facility four years ago,Ó said Lorne Devine, an organizer at the opening event. Funding for the new facility came from the City of Toronto and the Racquet Sport and Development Fund. And it couldnÕt have come sooner. ÒThe conditions of the courts were not great,Ó Devine said. ÒPlus our fee structure was out of whack with the market and our competition. Our fees had always been higher, but over the last couple of years we managed to reduce our fees and make it competitive, and thatÕs a huge factor in attracting new members.Ó
Blessed Mother Teresa Catholic high school’s junior and senior boys basketball team will be playing against Pickering High on Oct. 30. The juniors will tip off at 5 p.m. and the seniors at 7.
Leger’s soccer girls victorious Cardinal Léger Catholic school girls soccer team won silver medals on Oct. 6 at the Toronto Catholic District School Board elementary soccer final. They lost 3-0 to St. Gregory, then in the tourney at Esther Shiner Stadium. MAXX SMITH/The Observer
Joanne DE Varennes and Murry Attenden play on Tam Heather Curling and Tennis Club’s new courts. Construction on the dome began May 1, ending the day before its grand opening. By mid-day, it seemed that the effort was already a success. ÒOur membership the past few winters would be between 150 to 180 members, at this point we are already at that or more,Ó Devine said.
ÒWeÕre expecting a 25 per cent increase this year.Ó He hopes the facilityÕs proximity to student housing may attract a fresh crowd of tennis fanatics. ÒNext week weÕre running a program with four local schools in the area here, organized by one of our ladies
on the committee. SheÕs got about 300 to 400 students coming here next week. ItÕs an all-day introduction to tennis.Ó For the opening day, use of the new courts was free, but now you must purchase a membership. A pay-as youplay is available at a premium
only if the courts are vacant, which adds incentive to purchasing a membership. ÒWe do offer house leagues and mixed leagues, so I think weÕre in a good position now to attract new members, with our fee structure, the facility, and the programs we have available.Ó
Game on for midget hockey The Scaborough Malvern Coyotes midget hockey team will face the Scarborough Young Leafs on Oct. 28 at 8:45 p.m. The game will be held at Don Montgomery Arena.
Lightning see bright side in 3rd place finish MATTHEW ALLEYNE The Observer
You would think coming in third in the league would be a disappointment, but the 18 members of the under-16 Malvern Lightning soccer squad feel like champions. ÒWe are not just a team, we are a family,Ó said team captain Nigel Bucknor, who addressed his teammates at the LightningÕs annual awards banquet on Oct. 17. The banquet marked the end of the Lightning season, which began with tryouts in late May and ended with playoffs in August. In addition to weekly league games, the team also played exhibition games and tournaments throughout Ontario and Quebec. Though the season had its low points, over the past year dropping games that many players said should have been victories, they did win a major tournament in Ottawa and one player will be looking for international success in Europe next spring. Jamal Comrie, who won the award for defender of the year, was rewarded the chance to attend a training
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The Malvern Lightning under 16 boys soccer team celebrate their season at their annual awards banquet. camp in England next March alongside players from around the world. Comrie hopes to play at a professional level in the future, aspiring to suit up for teams like Manchester United and Chelsea. ÒEven playing for the national team and reaching the
Olympics or the FIFA World Cup would be a dream come true,Ó said Comrie, who shares these dreams with many of his teammates. Speaking at the banquet was Ward 42 councillor Raymond Cho, who shared how soccer affected his own
family. His three children played soccer when they were younger. ÒSoccer is the peopleÕs sport,Ó Cho said. ÒYou do not have to be rich to play soccer, anybody can play.Ó !"#$ %&'()$'%$ *+ ,&', got from playing sports
translated into their academic workÓ. Like Cho, many of the playersÕ parents hope the success the boys have had on -#$ ($.) -/0',.0-$ -& -#$ %.0,,room as well. ÒI am proud of my son, and I tell him all the time soccer is important, but an education
and a career should also be a priority,Ó said Anne-Marie Bucknor. ÒMy sonÕs skills as a player are improving, but not at the expense of his grades.Ó For Coach Earl Nelson (fondly known as Coach Bugs by players for how much he is Ôon themÕ), one player stood out this COMRIE season and earned the right to be called the LightningÕs most valuable player: Juwan Rhodes. ÒHe showed me guts, heart, gusto, and most importantly determination,Ó Nelson said. ÒJuwan played hurt, he played sick, and sometime could not breathe, but he still played.Ó Other award winners include Trae Green for Rookie of the Year, Joseph Edwards for Perseverance, and OÕniel Morris and Carlo Gambino for Most Improved Players. For a list of award winners visit torontoobserver.ca.