Beach Metro News – September 22, 2015

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September 22, 2015

Flying a big fish over the Beach Gary Mark from the Toronto Kite Fliers raises his New Zealand-made pirahna kite over Woodbine Beach on Sept. 20.

Mark and other club members got together for an informal flying session under sunny skies – a boon for Mark, who was doing double duty by drying out his kites after the previous afternoon’s downpour.

Flying kites is a passion for Mark, who left the following day for a kite festival in Borneo.

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Beach rugby squad makes miracle save

By Andrew Hudson

THEY CALL him ‘Cotton.’

Eric Shannon showed why on Saturday, when the ball came sailing at the bleachers during a Balmy Beach rugby game.

Stepping away from an interview with Beach Metro News, Shannon turned around and caught it, soft-handed.

The crowd cheered. So did the Beach players on the field, and their Markham Irish rivals.

Eric wasn’t even playing on Saturday, and that ball was just a kick flying out of bounds.

But it was a miracle catch, like everything else Eric Shannon does from now on.

In another game just two weeks before, the 25 year-old took a hit to the chest that stopped his heart.

It wasn’t the hit so much as the timing.

Eric’s heart got caught in the split-second between contracting and expanding – a window of 10 to 30 milliseconds, less than the blink of an eye.

His heart didn’t beat again for 10 minutes.

In other words, he was dead.

Eric’s teammates saw him collapse, and saw right away how strange it was. He fell face-down, with no hands out to break his fall.

Together with team medic Kaylin Perchinig, his teammates Haydn Gage and

Conor McCann ran over, switching from rugby mode to CPR. “I can’t believe how quickly they got me back,” Eric says.

“That’s what saved me. I had guys 10 feet away who were doing CPR on me within 30 seconds of noticing I was out.”

Someone ran and grabbed the defibrillator from inside the stadium at Fletcher’s Fields.

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“I can’t believe how quickly they got me back” – Eric Shannon

It took three shocks, but they reset Shannon’s heart and his pulse returned.

Gage, a firefighter, said it was only three months ago that he and McCann happened to run through exactly the CPR drill that they needed to use. McCann is training to be a firefighter.

“He’s a good teacher,” said McCann, smiling.

The defibrillator they used was only installed at Fletcher’s Fields stadium this summer, when the Markham rugby field was used as a training ground for the Pan Am Games.

“There should be one at every field,” said Eric, noting that most hockey arenas have one already. After his fall, the Balmy Beach Rugby Club bought a portable one.

Eric remembers nothing about the day he collapsed. He was rushed from the field to Sunnybrook Hospital and put into a coma for five days.

Doctors kept Eric on an “ice bed” to keep his blood pressure low as they monitored him and made sure he could breathe on his own.

Eric showed no sign of lasting damage, not even a rib break from the CPR. “Very rarely do you walk out of the ICU, and that’s what he did,” said Lori Shannon, Eric’s mother. “Everybody was in shock.”

Eric is now on orders to take it easy, starting with 20-minute walks that he is ramping up by five minutes a day.

But by the end of the month, Eric said, he should be jogging again, and next year, he plans to be back in the game.

Lori said she is grateful, not only for what everyone did to save Eric that day, but also

for the many hours of training they did to keep their CPR skills in play.

“It was the skill here that saved his life,” she said.

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Election 2015 AS SIGNS sprout across the East End, it’s clear the federal election is well underway.

In this issue, we offer candidates from sitting political parties the chance to share their views on a handful of issues. Beaches-East York candidates can be found starting on page 16, while candidates in Scarborough Southwest start on page 20.

Voters in Beaches-East York have at least three chances to hear directly from local candidates before the Oct. 19 federal election.

Starting in the Beach, Beach Metro News and Community Centre 55 will host a candidates’ debate on Tuesday, Sept. 29 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. John Norway Church (470 Woodbine Ave.).

East York voters will have a local debate starting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1 at Presteign-Woodbine United Church (2538 St. Clair Ave. E.).

Danforth-area voters will also have a debate nearby, starting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15 and hosted by the Danforth East Community Association (DECA) at Kimbourne Park United Church (200 Wolverleigh Blvd).

To the west, Applegrove Community Complex has invited candidates in the Toronto-Danforth riding to an all-candidates meeting in the Woodfield gym on Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. This will be an opportunity to meet the candidates, pick up information about their platforms, and ask questions. Child care for children age two to 10 is available, but parents and guardians are asked to register by Sept. 30. Applegrove is

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Election signs are sprouting up across the country, though some establishments, like the Beacher café, allow space for all candidates, alongside a message encouraging passerby on Queen Street East to take the time to vote in the Oct. 19 federal election.

located at 60 Woodfield Rd. For more information visit ApplegroveCC.ca.

A Southwest Scarborough all-candidates meeting will be held at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 6:30 p.m. The venue is located one block north of Kings-

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For more information call 416-261-4222.

Regardless of your political proclivities, Beach Metro News encourages readers to find out which candidate’s views align with their own, and on Oct. 19, get out and vote.

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Quarry lands plan overshadowed by ‘beast to the east’

By Andrew Hudson

SCARBOROUGH COUNCILLORS have approved plans for 300 homes, a park and a big-box store on the west side of the Birch Cliff quarry lands.

But they had sharp words for what one councillor called the “beast to the east” – a 1968 plan, still in force, that permits GerrardClonmore Developments to build a ring of four 23- to 27-storey apartments next door.

Build Toronto, a corporation tasked with selling the city’s surplus real estate, won praise when its mixed-use plan came to a vote at Scarborough Community Council on Sept. 8.

“I think we’ve got it right here, with a balanced approach,” said local councillor Gary Crawford.

“I really hope we can get it right on the second, more difficult portion that GCD owns.”

Mostly vacant since 1963, the quarry lands include nearly 40 acres at Victoria Park Avenue and Gerrard Street East.

Once home to a gravel quarry, a brick works, and then a landfill, the property is now overgrown by thickets and meadows. A CN railway line borders the north and there is a gas station and auto garage at the south end, but otherwise the property is surrounded by shopping plazas and two-storey homes.

Bill Bryck, president of Build Toronto, told Scarborough council that its development will suit those surroundings.

Since 2013, Build has held a

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In a plan recently approved by Scarborough Community Council, Build Toronto will begin developing the west side of the Birch Cliff quarry lands by building a single-storey big-box store at Victoria Park Avenue and Musgrave Street, across from a pair of supermarket plazas. Most recently the site of a driving range until 2012, the land has been otherwise vacant site since the early 1960s. dozen public meetings on the project and Bryck said it has formed a good relationship with Concerned Citizens for Quarry Lands Development, a residents’ group that has opposed the east-side highrise plan since 1972.

“I believe that our development reflects the wishes of the neighbourhood,” said Bryck.

If it goes as planned, the first phase of Build’s development will see a single-storey big-box store built at Victoria Park and Musgrave Street with two levels of underground parking off Victoria Park and a smaller surface lot off Musgrave – a street that will be extended east to meet a new northsouth street in the new residential neighbourhood.

Sales from that retail phase will fund the soil remediation and other work needed before Build constructs any homes.

So far, Bryck said soil tests show “significantly less” methane below Build’s portion of the quarry lands, which was only used to bury hard demolition waste, than the GCD property to the east, where one pit was briefly used for regular city garbage.

Of the 300 homes that Build proposes, 180 will be suites in an eightstorey apartment building, while another 120 will be in three- and four-storey townhouses.

Thirty of the homes will be sold as affordable housing, with six apartments going for $185,000 in 2015 dollars. Another 24 two- and three-

bedroom townhouses are expected to be built by Habitat for Humanity for $218,000 or $260,000.

Between the homes, which have an irregular layout mainly because the site is criss-crossed by trunk sewers and water mains, Build plans a central 2.2-acre park. Another two acres are set aside for a linear park that would run along the railway berm.

That park layout drew opposition from two parties at Scarborough council: a resident with a 550-signature petition asking for a larger park that preserves more of the re-naturalized quarry lands, and a lawyer for GCD. The resident, Bernadette Warren, asked Build to consider cancelling or moving its northernmost block of townhouses to expand the linear park by the rail line, adding that its central park borders a pair of auto centres.

“Everyone I spoke to wants viable green space large enough to accommodate a growing community — not a park sandwiched between a Shell station and a garage,” she said.

Isaiah Banach, a lawyer for GCD, listed Build’s park layout as one of three problems it sees with Build’s plan.

For decades, Banach said, Toronto’s official plan called for a 4.6-acre park right beside the site it zoned for one of GCD’s 24-storey apartment towers. The Build plan reconfigures that park, which has only existed on paper, and shifts it further west, beyond a block of townhouses.

“It’s a matter of good planning principles,” said Banach, noting that GCD was expecting the park to act as a buffer between its apartments and any buildings to the west.

Now, Banach said, the GCD apartments will likely cast summer shadows on the nearest townhouses.

“Our client thinks they are simply too close together.”

Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker, who led a failed bid to swap land with GCD so that Build Toronto could develop the entire quarry lands as one site, reacted with disbelief.

“Am I to take from this that the owner, your client, is concerned about the well-being of the people living in those new townhouses?” he asked.

“Is not one way of doing that lowering the height of his buildings?”

After hearing all the complexities involved in Build’s proposal, “a very complicated dance that’s gone on for decades,” De Baeremaeker said he decided to support the plan.

“I do think Build, the local councillor and the community have done an amazing job given the batch of scrambled eggs they were given,” he said.

As for the towers planned by GCD, which he admits the company has “old, old approvals” for, De Baeremaeker said he hopes GCD’s legal team will advise it to “make peace with the city, make peace with the neighbours, and come up with a better urban form.”

East End search and rescue crew launches local patrols

By Andrew Hudson

PETR JAGO sees a boater fishing by the Bluffer’s Park breakwater and throttles the twin engines to a purr.

Jago and his uniformed crew cruise by slowly, leaving hardly any wake behind their high-speed rescue boat.

The fisherman waves. He’s got shades on for the sun, nothing for the water.

“There is still no one wearing life jackets out here,” says coxswain Derek Cartier, waving back.

A minute later, a family shoots by in a powerboat and gives Cartier a little hope – everyone but mom has a life jacket on.

Promoting water safety is one reason why Jago, Cartier and two dozen others volunteer with Toronto Search and Rescue, the only volunteer marine rescue unit in the city. They will perform boater safety checks, and run an outreach program for East End schools.

But they also equip and train for moments when caution fails, and someone needs help on the water.

Between the Rouge River and Ashbridges Bay, where T-SAR patrols from its primary slip at Cathedral Bluffs Yacht Club, the last

few weeks have seen drownings, a sinking boat and another that caught fire.

It’s still early days for T-SAR, which first launched its rescue boat on June 11, and the crew is not yet on-call.

But with full certification from the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary, it won’t be much longer before their first rescue.

“Basically, everyone’s brand new,” said Jago, a unit commander.

Being new to T-SAR does not mean being new to boating, however.

A dockmaster at the Quay West Marina downtown, Jago and his wife Christine, a TSAR director, were recruited in part because they live on a 40-foot boat year-round.

“We have no desire to move on land,” he said, laughing.

Besides GPS, radio gear and paper charts, the T-SAR crew trains on lifesaving equipment that ranges from throw bags to oxygen tanks, rescue ladders to life rafts.

But before they could launch that on-water training, T-SAR’s directors had to do four years of work to get incorporated as a nonprofit and certified with the Coast Guard Auxiliary, not to mention fundraising for a 30-foot Pursuit boat with 450-horsepower engines.

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Finding that boat at a good price kicked off a search that went from Newfoundland to Florida and the Great Lakes.

T-SAR relies on private sponsors – there is no money from the city or the province, and federal funding is limited to insurance, training, and pay for the rescues they are assigned from Trenton.

Given everything it took to get on the water, Patrick Curtis, the chairman of T-SAR, is

thrilled by how their boat is performing.

Coming back after helping out at a Toronto regatta two weeks ago, the waves ran three to four metres high.

“This boat was beautiful in it,” said Curtis, beaming as he prepared to go out and join another patrol. “Like a hot knife through butter.”

To learn more or to apply to volunteer with T-SAR, visit torontosearchandrescue.com.

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From left, Jeff Gauld, Petr Jago, Derek Cartier and Dan Barker patrol the waters off Bluffer’s Park with Toronto Search and Rescue on Sept. 16.

After a four-year effort that including fundraising for a rescue boat and certifying with the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary, the all-volunteer marine rescue is now running patrols from the Rouge River to Ashbridges Bay.

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Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Police Beat ALL CHARGES that had been laid against an East End doctor last fall have been withdrawn. Dr. Oluleke Badmos was charged with sexual assault and criminal harassment in October 2014.

According to a release from Badmos’ lawyer, a report concluded the obstetrician gynecologist’s conduct and medical care was appropriate, and the allegations likely arose from “an unfortunate misapprehension of the care received.” After reviewing the evidence and the report, Crown counsel withdrew all charges.

Badmos continues to maintain a practice in the Upper Beach and retains full privileges at Toronto East General Hospital.

Thank You!

POLICE ARE looking for a group of five young people, three men and two women, who were involved in a recent stabbing at Ashbridges Bay Park.

Police say the group, all in their twenties, got into a heated argument with another group on Woodbine beach between 5:30 and 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 7.

As the fight escalated, one of the men in the group of five stabbed another two men with a knife.

The two victims were then chased by the group as they ran to their vehicle in the Ashbridges Bay parking lot.

The men got away, and drove to a nearby hospital.

The three men and two women who chased them are described only as people in their twenties.

Police are asking for information from anyone who was on Woodbine Beach or in the Ashbridges Bay parking lot at the time.

Anyone with information is asked to phone 55 Division police at 416-808-5500, or make an anonymous call to Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477).

Tips can also be sent online at www.222tips.com, by texting TOR and a message to CRIMES (274637), or by leaving a tip on the 55 Division Facebook page.

POLICE ARE seeking any video that might show who lit a series of arson fires around 3 a.m. on Sept. 9 near Danforth and Coxwell Avenues.

Any drivers with a dash-mounted camera who were driving in the area between 2:45 and 4:00 a.m. are asked to contact police, as are any area residents with security cameras on their homes.

No one was injured by the fires, which damaged four homes, one car and one garbage bin in the east Danforth neighbourhood.

Police are now investigating the suspected arson together with the Office of the Fire Marshall.

Anyone with information is asked to phone 54 Division police at 416-808-5400, or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously.

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9/11 victims remembered American consul general Juan Alsace speaks during the annual 9/11 memorial ceremony, held at the Millennium Garden at Coxwell and Eastern Avenues every year since the terror attacks.

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

BEACH METRO NEWS

for Beaches—East York

the ndp pl an Affordable childcare

Create one million childcare spaces and cap fees for parents—no more than $15 a day.

Good jobs

Help young people train for good jobs, kick-start manufacturing, and cut taxes for small businesses.

Strong communities

Work with cities and towns to build better transit, affordable housing and new roads and bridges.

Health care

Hire and train more family doctors and nurses, and reduce wait times for home care and long-term care.

Climate change

Protect our environment for future generations by finally taking action to cut carbon pollution.

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Celtic culture celebrated Fiddler Brooke Richardson plays a ‘s math sin solo – or “smashing,” as English has it – while performing with bassist Matti Palonen and other members of Old Man Flanagan’s Ghost at the Beach Celtic Festival on Saturday, Sept. 12.

Held under clouds that would make any Celt feel at home, the 12th annual festival brought Gaelic speakers, Celtic crafts, and many musicians and dancers to Kew Gardens, including the newest Beach Celt of the Year, Patricia Gilchrist-Kels, who teaches at the Gilchrist Canavan School of Irish Dance near Queen and Leslie Streets.

New Kingston Road condos proposed A DEVELOPER is asking the city to rezone for a seven-storey condo on Kingston Road that would back onto the Glen Stewart ravine near Beech Avenue.

Gabriele Homes Ltd. plans to have 29 suites in the building, with retail on the ground floor. It would have two levels of underground parking, accessed from Beech Avenue.

The site, which includes the four properties from 847 to 853 Kingston Rd., is currently home to four bungalows. On the east side is a one-storey corner pharmacy, while to the west is a grassy area with steps leading into Glen Stewart ravine.

City planners are reviewing the proposal, which requires a rezoning because the prop-

erties are currently zoned for buildings no higher than four storeys.

In a preliminary report, planners noted that the building will have to comply with Toronto’s ravine protection bylaws, and have a form that suits the surrounding neighbourhood. A public meeting about the project will be held later this year.

Another developer is proposing to build a seven-storey apartment building with 75 suites and ground-floor retail at 650 Kingston Road, currently the site of a one-storey auto garage on the north side of Kingston west of Main Street. City planners are in the early stages of reviewing the plan, but so far the apartment is expected to have 11 rental suites and 64 condominiums.

Volunteer Corner EAST YORK Learning Experience needs volunteers to help other adults build their reading, writing and/or basic math skills.

Training is provided. If you are available two hours a week (days or evenings) email eyle@ idirect.com or call 416-425-2666.

THE CHILDREN’S Peace Theatre, 305 Dawes Rd., needs volunteers on an ongoing basis, specifically cleaners and maintenance support as well as cooks for the youth program.

For more information visit childrenspeacetheatre.org.

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Tuesday, September 22, 2015

In My Opinion

Shall we remember them?

OUR NATIONAL Day of Remembrance is approaching and as November 11 draws near, my discontent with the action taken by Royal Canadian Legion’s Ontario Provincial Command, to stop funding service dogs for wounded veterans, is increasing exponentially with each passing day.

Recently, the Legion’s Ontario Provincial Command put a moratorium on the use of Poppy Trust Funds to support specially-trained service dogs for injured Canadian veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Dominion Command of the Royal Canadian Legion, which is the national governing authority of all its

Canadian Provincial Commands, gave Ontario its approval to use a portion of Poppy Trust Funds to assist service dog funding for veterans. They applied a few funding conditions to ensure that their Provincial Commands were practicing their ‘due diligence’ when funding service dogs. Dominion Command’s guiding principles, in my view, are appropriately veterancentered, and show leadership and a level of good will and judgment.

Dominion Command should have noted, however, that service dogs have been active in Canada for decades and that Canada may have the best service dog providers, trainers and certifiers in the world

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Branch executive Scarboro Branch 13 Royal Canadian Legion available to them for consultation.

So why is Ontario Provincial Command not implementing the funding? The rationale for their decision is predicated on the absence of a Canadian national service dog standard, which is expected to take two years and maybe longer. This is a very long time for wounded veterans to wait for Legion help for a service dog.

Although I agree we need a national standard, I don’t think it is

fair to our injured veterans that the Legion not provide them conditional and interim service dog support funds.

The Legion has also stated it received information claiming there are “serious concerns and allegations regarding the integrity of practices of some of the service dog providers,” and consequently, Ontario Command began an investigation into these service dog providers. At this point wounded veterans, who have been medically prescribed a trained and certified service dog, may be subjected to an additional agonizing waiting period as the Legion continues its investigation. Can veterans, some

of who are suicidal, wait two years or longer for help?

You may be familiar with the Legion’s easily identified, well-known, and often-expressed dictums, “Lest We Forget” and “We Shall Remember Them.” The Legion’s solemn promise and the nobility of its work are remembrance and service to Canadian veterans, both past and present. As a result of fighting or facing a desperate and difficult to identify enemy, or witnessing atrocities and indignities of human depravity, several veterans suffer with complex, and in many cases, compounded injuries, such as PTSD. Cont’d. on Page 31

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Letters to the Editor

There’s more to pet rescue story than may be obvious THANK YOU for taking the time to write to the editor about your concerns, Anne [‘Pet rescue raises questions,’ Letters to the Editor, Sept. 8]. I appreciate the opportunity to respond.

Just to clarify, the previous owner surrendered Franky to an investigating officer for the shelter. We were contacted by the shelter postsurgery in hopes we could take over custody, manage Franky’s recovery and, depending on her progress, find her a loving home or commit to her permanent care ourselves.

Accordingly, we never had contact with the previous owner as the shelter was the legal guardian at the time of transfer to our rescue.

Pet ownership, as you know, is a huge responsibility that includes a serious financial commitment.

There are the basic costs of food, supplies and annual check-ups with the veterinarian. And there are the

unforeseen emergency costs. Of course, we may not always be in the ideal financial position when tragedy strikes. At those times, difficult decisions might need to be made for the sake of the pet.

In some cases, pet insurance may save the day or the owner might qualify for assistance through an organization like the Farley Foundation, which subsidizes veterinary care for a select group of eligible pet owners.

In Franky’s case, however, her owner didn’t take any action and sadly allowed the condition to worsen without even consulting a veterinarian.

Rest assured, it was not a matter of heartlessly taking a dog away from an owner for financial reasons alone. The real issue was that Franky was suffering and had been for some time. The humane thing for the owner to have done –

which she ultimately did thanks to the officer’s intervention – was to relinquish ownership to the shelter so Franky could finally get the medical attention she desperately needed.

And while the large tumour inhibiting her mobility turned out to be benign, more masses have now been detected and are considered high risk for malignancy. She’s taking costly medication for life to hopefully slow the process and must be carefully monitored for any changes. Surgery doesn’t appear to be a viable option but we haven’t completely ruled it out.

Accordingly, Franky will remain in our care for life and we are fully committed to her happiness. I think her previous owner would be happy too, comforted in knowing she made the right choice.

As for us, we’re happy we can continue to save dogs like Franky

thanks to our friends and supporters.

Marna Gale Big On Beagles (B.O.B) Rescue

Mental health support group a great help [RE: ‘SUPPORT group encourages positive change,’ In My Opinion, Sept. 8]: Mental health and illness is different. It can’t be compared to a broken arm – an arm can physically heal over a period of time. Mental illness isn’t visible and there is no guarantee it will go away.

I have been treated for extreme anxiety, obsessing, depression, and post-traumatic stress for over 50 years. With a lot of support from my family, my doctors, and mental health counsellors, I have survived.

But I often haven’t felt right.

On the first Tuesday in January this year at 7 p.m. at Community Centre 55, we had our first Beaches Mental Wellness Group meeting.

I knew right away I was in the correct place. I was able to relax.

We actually laughed and I found out there were other people with similar problems. I look forward to Tuesday nights. It feels very positive and there is a great deal of help available.

In our group there are several people with prolonged mental illness who have considerable information to pass on to others. Everyone is made to feel welcome and you do not have to speak if you don’t wish to. You are welcome to bring support with you, or accompany another person who is attending.

Remember, the name of our group is Beaches Mental Wellness Group.

Dave Plaskett

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

BEACH METRO NEWS

Paul M. Babich is Citizen of the Year Paul M. Babich, at back right, watches as grandson Ethan, front left, and granddaughters Ruby and Lola unveil a stone commemorating his being named as the 2015 Beach Citizen of the Year.

Babich is the 15th East End resident to be honoured in stone at the Millennium Garden at the corner of Eastern and Coxwell Avenues.

At back from left are past Citizens Gene Domagala and David Breech.

The annual ceremony recognizes those who give freely of their time to help make their neighbourhood a better place, and was initiated by Community Centre 55, the Beaches Lions Club, and Beach Metro News.

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Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Beach Arts Scene al every year, offering guided tours of each city’s galleries and art institutions led by artists, writers, and curators.

The Gallery Hop takes place on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 26 and 27. See canadianart. ca/galleryhop for more information.

By Jon Muldoon

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Studio 888 AFTER A five-year break and frequent prodding from fellow artists, Liz Russ has reopened a gallery space to replace her muchmissed Gallery 888.

Studio 888, a smaller space much farther east than the Leslieville gallery that was named for its street address, opened during the Beaches International Jazz Festival.

The new address may have something of a similar feel to the previous location, but that wasn’t always the case, according to Russ.

“When I first opened up 888, Leslieville was kind of rough,” she said.

Studio 888 is operating with sporadic hours for the time being, as Russ builds toward a fully operational space in early 2016. She promises Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2 to 6 p.m., but beyond that, anyone wanting to stop by will need to either take their chances or arrange a visit ahead of time (studio888@ gmail.com).

Russ had sold the previous gallery and was preparing to move back to the West Coast when she discovered she was about to become a grandmother. The move was scrapped, but it was too late to reverse the sale.

While helping out with her new grandson, she managed to curate a few shows here and there, including a recent collection at Cobalt Gallery on Kingston Road.

Her new location at 2359 Queen St. E. currently features a selection of work by her and some former regulars at the previous space.

Despite the address change, Russ decided to stick with a variation on the original name.

“It just made sense to follow the branding,” she said.

Though her professional background is in the legal industry – she was a notary public and then a paralegal – art was always lurking in the background, waiting to take over.

“This little art heart was beating away for years and years,” said Russ.

There are also plans in the works for yoga, Spanish classes, life drawing sessions, and possibly live theatre.

Having spent so much time helping other artists show their work over the decade the gallery was open, Russ realized the reputation artists can have as tortured or difficult is inaccurate at best.

“Artists are a great weird bunch,” she said.

“I’ve made really good friends doing this.”

Check out gallery888.com and lizruss.com, or stop by the Queen Street studio to view the current selection of art, and keep an eye out for shows in the new year.

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STOP BY Gerrard Art Space, 1475 Gerrard St. E., to check out Matt Wood’s show Multi-Ply, on until Sept. 27.

Wood’s abstract paintings, done in oil, acrylic, or both on plywood, offer a colourful and vibrant take on shape and texture. This is Wood’s second solo show at the gallery.

GAS will be part of this year’s Canadian Art Foundation Toronto Gallery Hop. The tour takes place in Toronto, Vancouver and Montre-

ARTIST JR is bringing his interactive photography project Inside Out to the East End on Monday, Sept. 28 behind the Coxwell subway station.

JR’s work is inspired by a love of participatory art where people who might not normally spend time in art galleries or museums help create works of art.

From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., participants can have their face photographed for a temporary mural of local faces to cover a wall at the Green P parking lot. A larger version of the project will take place downtown as part of Nuit Blanche on Oct. 3.

For more on JR’s work see jr-art.net or insideoutproject.net. To volunteer for Inside Out, email info@eastendarts.ca.

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HELEN MICHELLE Mihaly’s floral watercolours are on display at the Beaches branch of the Toronto Public Library.

Mihaly is a long-time Beach resident, watercolour artist, and former art teacher.

Much of her work is based on flowers in the neighbourhood that she passes on her daily walks.

Kim Langston, Helen’s partner, is a poet and writer. His work is often inspired by Helen’s paintings, and the two also create art and poetry together.

Beach Blooms can be found on the second floor of the Beaches branch. To contact Helen and Kim about their work email groundarts@golden.net.

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THE PUBLIC art to be installed at the renovated Coxwell subway station has been chosen.

From three solid proposals, the jury unanimously chose Forwards and Backwards by Jennifer Davis and Jon Sasaki.

“The jury was impressed by the evocative elegance of this piece and felt that it skillfully summed up the character of the neighborhood – hopeful, dramatic, playful and exciting,” wrote Cindy Rozeboom of East End Arts, a member of the jury.

The work will be installed by the time construction is complete in 2017.

Meanwhile, the call has been reopened for public art at the ongoing Woodbine subway station renovation.

The jury announced that none of the submitted proposals met all of the criteria, despite the strengths and artistic talent involved in each of the three proposals.

A chosen piece of art will potentially inspire commuters and reflect the neighbourhood, wrote Rozeboom on behalf of the jury.

“It is the jury’s belief that the TTC should not compromise on the choice of such a significant addition to the community.”

Art chosen from new submissions will be presented at a future open house.

Matt Wood

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

BEACH METRO NEWS

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East End food bank finds new home on Danforth

By Andrew Hudson

AFTER A year-long search, organizers have found a new home for an East End food bank.

The weekly food bank, which serves about 200 households, is expected to re-open by early October in a Danforth Avenue storefront near Woodbine Avenue.

Previously hosted by Woodbine Heights Baptist Church, the food bank had to close on Aug. 20 for lack of a new venue, leaving many East York residents without a food bank nearby.

“It’s good for the community,” said Gail Nyberg, executive director of the Daily Bread Food Bank, a charity that supports the food bank and a network of 200 other food programs across Toronto.

Nyberg said Daily Bread is close to signing a lease for the Danforth location with a condo developer, and details will be available soon.

joining the one at Woodbine Heights.

“It’s just serving the people, they like it,” he said.

“Once they experience it, they want to go back.”

With both fresh and nonperishable food, the food

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The developer was prompted to help out after a call from the Danforth East Community Association, which spread news about the need for a new location after reading about it in Beach Metro News. Local BeachesEast York MPP Arthur Potts also joined the effort to find the new location.

After nine years of service, the congregation at Woodbine Heights Baptist Church began canvassing the neighbourhood over a year ago to find another East End group to take over.

That call was answered first by volunteers from Friends of Jesus Christ Church.

While their own church is a half-hour north of Woodbine Heights, ten volunteers offered to keep the program running at Woodbine Heights Baptist while the search for a new venue continued.

Those volunteers are now getting ready to run the food bank at its new location, supported by local high school students doing their community service.

“We’re looking forward to the new site,” said Pastor Teck Uy, adding that many of the volunteers had already spent several years helping at food banks before

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BEACH METRO NEWS

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Community Calendar SEPT. 21-24: Royal Canadian Legion Week at RCL Br. 11, 9 Dawes Rd., Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. 1-3 p.m. Canadian military history displays, memorabilia of our veterans past and present, veterans on hand to talk to – uniforms to try on and much more!

Teachers invited to bring students. Contact Helen Pearce 416-690-6388 or email youthed@rcl11.com. Info: www.rcl11.com (13) SEPT. 24: Free Seniors’ Movie – “Antman” at The Fox Theatre, 2236 Queen St. E. Doors open 10 a.m., movie starts at 10:30 a.m. Presented by Rotary Club of Toronto Beach.

SEPT. 24: Beach Photo Club meets at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7-9:30 p.m. Topic: “Memory Blocks” by Mark Gleberson. Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Everyone from the novice to the experienced is welcome. The only requisite is an interest in learning about the photographic arts.

Info: www.beachphotoclub.com (13) SEPT. 26: Fun Fair at Duke of Connaught School, 70 Woodfield Rd., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. rain or shine. A family day of fun and laughter, music, games, prizes, yummy food, and much more. Info: DukeSchoolCouncil@gmail.com (13) SEPT. 26: Gigantic Used Book Sale at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd. (at Scarborough Golf Club Rd.), 9-11:30 a.m. Stock up on an entire winter of literary or viewing enjoyment. Hardcover, softcover, coffee table books, cookbooks, children’s, teens, romance, fiction, nonfiction, hobbies & crafts, audiobooks and lots more. Venue is wheelchair accessible.

Parking access opposite 11 Crestwood. Info: 416-267-8265, scarboroughbluffs.org (13) SEPT. 26,27, OCT. 3, 4: Children’s Book Drive for The Children’s Book Bank at Jimmy Simpson Recreation Centre, 870 Queen St. E., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The Children’s Book Bank is a charitable organization whose mission is to provide children’s books and literacy support to children living in high needs Toronto communities. For info visit www.childrensbookbank.com. For info on this drive contact deniseapostolov@gmail.com (13) SEPT. 27: Toronto Beach Chorale Free Open Rehearsal at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 3-5 p.m. Sing with the TBC, a concert choir that rehearses and performs in the Beach, and participate in Canada’s Culture Days celebration. Get a behind-the-scenes look and practise some vocal techniques as a member of the audience. Info: www.torontobeachchorale.com, www.culturedays.ca, torontobeachchorale@gmail.com (13) SEPT. 27: 3rd annual Toronto Uphill Bicycle Race, up Brimley Road South, 12 noon start. From near the surface of Lake Ontario to finish near Kingston Rd. (think…Up the Scarborough Bluffs). Info: www.meetup.com/ElectricBicycles/events/186445772 (13) SEPT. 28: Scarborough Osteoporosis Support and Information Group meets at Scarborough Village Recreation Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd. (at Markham Rd.), 10 a.m.-noon. Admission and parking free. Info: 416-396-4051 (13) SEPT. 29: Beaches-East York All Candidates Meeting at St. John’s Norway Church, 470 Woodbine Ave. (at Kingston Rd.), 7-8:30 p.m. Hosted by Community Centre 55 and Beach Metro Community News.

OCT. 2: Toronto Beach Rotary ‘Corks ‘n Kegs’ Fundraiser at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7-10 p.m. Sample fine wines, gregarious beers and delicious food bites chosen to complement the barreled and brewed. Funds raised will be directed back into the community, with $5,000 earmarked for the Beach Community Edible Garden at Ashbridges Bay Park, a project of Friends of the Beach Parks. (13) OCT. 3: Adopt-A-Park-Tree Launch at Fairmount Park, 1725 Gerrard St. E., 12 noon-2 p.m. A hands-on mulching event and guided tree tour. Join LEAF’s Young Urban Forest Leaders and the Beach Hill Tree Team for this free event. Registration recommended. Info: www.yourleaf.org (13)

OCT. 3: Fall Fest and Antique Appraisal at Birchcliff Bluffs United Church, 33 East Rd. (Warden & Kingston Rd.), 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

This is not a yard sale! Antique appraisals ($5 per item), also accepting consignments of fine antiques, jewelry, sterling, & watches. Vintage treasures, clothing, signed prints by Elizabeth Berry, fresh produce, home baking, books, knife sharpening, children’s table, breakfast & BBQ lunch. Vendor tables available at $30 - call Linda 416-690-7230. Wheelchair accessible.

Info: www.birchcliffbluffsuc.org (13) OCT. 3: Jazz and Reflections with Jane Bunnett and Friends at Beach UC, 140 Wineva Ave. (near Queen E.), 4:30- 5:15 p.m. We are pleased to welcome back Jane Bunnett after thrilling our audiences at several previous Jazz and Reflections. Come and bring friends for this unique musical treat. Coffee and Free Will Offering.

OCT. 4: Beach Hill Neighbourhood Association’s Fall Fete at The Naval Club, 1910 Gerrard St. E., 4:30-6:30 p.m. Potluck Social and “Local Food” Contest - bought local and healthiest dish wins. Get the latest info on Beach Hill Residences development. More info about this event will be available at Fairmount Farmers’ Markets. Info: beachhill.org (13) OCT. 6: All Candidates Meeting at Applegrove Community Complex, Woodfield gym, 60 Woodfield Rd., 7-9 p.m. This is an opportunity to meet the registered candidates, pick up information about their platforms, ask a question and listen to candidates’ answers to residents’ questions. Child care (ages 2 to 10) is available by pre-registration only by Sept. 30. Info: 416-461-8143, www.ApplegroveCC.ca (14) OCT. 7: All Candidates Meeting for Ward 36 (Southwest Scarborough) at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., 6:30 p.m. (one block north of Kington Road at the Sandown traffic light). Info: 416-261-4222 OCT. 8: OktoberFEAST at Berkeley Church, 315 Queen St. E., 6-11 p.m. Taste dishes and drinks from some of the city’s best chefs and food vendors at this Canadian Cancer Society event. Money raised funds cancer research and vital support services for cancer patients and their families in the city.

Tickets and info: OktoberFEAST.ca (14) OCT. 14-NOV. 18: Free Chronic Pain Management Program at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen St. E. (at Coxwell Ave.), Wednesdays 1-3 p.m.

Learn different perspectives on pain management and practise hands-on activities such as meditation and simple exercises. Healthy snacks at each session. Registration and info: Farzana Yusuf 416-778-5805 ext. 212 (14) OCT. 15, 16, 17: Theatre of the Beat’s “This Will Lead to Dancing” at Toronto United Mennonite Church, 1774 Queen St. E. (between Woodbine & Kingston Rd.), 7 p.m.

A fun and thought-provoking evening as they present a play that explores sexuality, faith and belonging. Admission by freewill donation. Wheelchair access on south side of building off Lark St. (14) OCT. 20: Beach Garden Society meets at Adam Beck Community Centre, 79 Lawlor Ave., 7:15-9 p.m. “The Buzz on Bees” by Cathy Kozma of the Toronto Beekeepers Co-Op. New members and guests welcome to come early and enjoy informal discussions with members. Info: beachgs. ca@gmail.com, www.beachgs.ca (14) OCT. 22-DEC. 10: Weight No More at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen St. E., Thursdays 1:30-3:30 p.m. Want to learn how to plan meals and control your food portions? Or learn to grocery shop smarter and get fit? This program is free to people on limited income, living in the East End CHC catchment.

See www.eastendchc.on.ca for Centre information. For program information, or to register, call Olivia at 416-778-5805 ext. 208. Call soon as space is limited.

OCT. 23-25: Beach Studio Tour, Friday 6-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Visit 22 artists in 13 locations at this free event. Info: 416-6944046, www.beachstudiotour.ca (15)

OCT. 27-DEC. 1: Craving Change at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen St. E., Tuesdays 2:15-4:15 p.m. Want to change your relationship with food?

Come learn about what can trigger your food cravings, and strategies to change problematic eating behaviours. This program is free to people on limited income, living in the East End CHC catchment.

See www.eastendchc.on.ca for Centre information. For program information, or to register, call Miriam at 416-778-5805 ext. 210. Call soon as space is limited.

TUESDAYS: BEACHES MENTAL WELLNESS Group at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., 7-8 p.m. Peers helping peers with issues affecting mental health. Info: www.beachesmentalwellness.com (r) SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH: Amnesty International, in the Beach, meets at St. John’s Norway Church (Woodbine Ave. at Kingston Rd.), 7 p.m., to support Amnesty’s Human Rights work, through letter-writing actions and through organized public events to generate awareness of Human Rights actions worldwide.

New members are most welcome. Info: beachamnesty@gmail.com (fr) WEDNESDAYS: GRASP (Grief Recovery After Substance Passing) Support Group at St. Bonaventure Church, 1300 Leslie St. (south of Lawrence Ave.), 7-9 p.m. A peer-to-peer community support group for parents and families who have lost a loved one due to substance abuse and addiction. Comfort and empathy is available from others with the same loss. Info: call/ text 647-274-3224, email grasptoronto@ gmail.com, visit grasphelp.org (fr) CALVARY “GRACE PASCOE” CARE CENTRE in conjunction with Daily Bread Food is open Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for distribution of food to clients residing between Woodbine and Victoria Park, and Danforth to the lake.

Donations of food accepted on those days.

Enter from parking lot at rear of Calvary Baptist Church, Main and Benlamond.

Info: Kathie or Ann 416-691-2899 (e/o) BEACHES LIBRARY, 2161 Queen St. E. •Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies, 2 p.m. Cinematic classics, new releases, foreign films and documentaries. Sept. 23: Under the Volcano (1984); Sept. 30: Hope Springs (2012).

Info: 416-393-7703 (13) GERRARD ASHDALE LIBRARY, 1432 Gerrard St. E. •Sept. 22: Bugs in the Belly – the Good, the Bad and the Ugly!, 6:30-8 p.m.

Our gut is home to trillions of bacteria which aid digestion and prevent infection. Find out what happens when ‘good’ bacteria fail us. •Sept 24: Book Club, 7-8 p.m. “Life after Life” by Kate Atkinson.

•Adults’ Chess Club (ages 13+), Saturdays, 1-2:30 p.m. Drop-in. •Children’s Program: Bird Stories and Science, Sept. 24, 4-4:50 p.m. Drop-in after school; Lego Fun, Oct. 1, 4-5 p.m., for ages 6 to 12. Info: 416-393-7717, ashdaleevents@ gmail.ca, www.torontopubliclibrary.ca.

Library is wheelchair accessible.

(13) ROTARY CLUB OF TORONTO BEACH holds a breakfast meeting every Tuesday, 7 a.m., at the Balmy Beach Club. For information please visit www.torontobeachrotary.org or call Nancy L’Estrange 416- 686-2906 (r) BEACHES LIONS CLUB meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at their Clubhouse, 10 Ashbridges Bay Park Rd. Interested in serving your community? Call Andy Buhot 416-6903324. Info: www.beacheslions.com (r) FARMERS’ MARKETS •Fairmount Park, Wednesdays 3-7 p.m. (to Oct. 21) fairmountmarket.ca •East Lynn, Thursdays 3-7 p.m. deca.to/farmers-market/ •Leslieville, Sundays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (to Nov. 1) leslievillemarket.com (r) COMMUNITY KITCHEN at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen Street East. Three options: Friday, Wednesday or Saturday - call for more info. Learn about healthy eating on a budget, gain new cooking skills, and prepare meals to eat and take home. Free to people on limited income, living in the East End CHC catchment. See www.eastendchc.

Arthur Potts Potts Arthur MPP Beaches–East York MPP Beaches-East York Constituency Office 1821 Danforth Avenue Toronto M4C 1J2 416.690.1032 apotts.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org www.arthurpotts.onmpp.ca @apottsmpp

on.ca for Centre information. To register, call Olivia at 416-778-5805 ext. 208 (13) WATERCOLOUR CLASSES at the Gardener’s Cottage, Kew Gardens (Queen St. E. & Lee Ave.), Mondays and Wednesdays, starting Sept. 28. Offered through Beaches Rec Centre. All levels welcome. •Mondays: 10 a.m.noon code 2777 837, 12:30-2:30 p.m. code 2777 836, 3-5 p.m. code 2777 839 •Wednesdays: 1-3 p.m. code 2777 838. To register and for more info: Roland 416-392-0740 (13) BRIDGE - DUPLICATE AND INFORMAL at Beaches Recreation Centre, 6 Williamson Rd. (Queen St. E. & Lee Ave.), Fridays 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., starting Oct. 2. New players welcome! Info: Ada at Agatha131@hotmail.com (13) NEIGHBOURHOOD UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION, 79 Hiawatha Rd. (S of Gerrard, W of Coxwell). Sundays, 10:30 a.m. Special children’s programs. Spirited choir. Are you searching for a community where people honour each other’s beliefs? Let us have the honour of supporting you on your spiritual path as you discover Unitarian Universalism. We are an open-minded inclusive congregation.

Info: www.nuuc.ca, 416-686-6809 (6) BIRCHCLIFF BLUFFS UNITED CHURCH, 33 East Rd. (Kingston Rd. & Warden Ave.).

•Sunday Worship Services, 10:30 a.m.

Info: www.birchcliffbluffsuc.org (r) BEACH UNITED CHURCH, 140 Wineva Ave. •Sunday Worship Service: 10:30am.

Nursery care & children’s activity time available. •Oct. 3: Jazz & Reflection, 4:30 p.m., with Jane Bunnett and Friends •Oct. 14: Speakers Series, 7:30 p.m. Jamie Zeppa: Beyond the Sky and Earth – a memoir. •Oct. 20: Tuesday Night Study Group, 7 p.m. Jesus and the Gospels.

Info: 416-691-8082, www.beachunitedchurch.com. We are on facebook and twitter @NewBeachUnited (13) BEACHES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 65 Glen Manor Dr. (S of Queen) in the heart of the Beach. Worship in a familyfriendly, relaxed environment. Sunday School and Nursery available. Coffee and new friendships are Free! LGTB friendly. Sundays 10 a.m. Info: www. beacheschurch.org, 416-699-5871 (r) FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Road (corner of Kingston Road and Wood Glen). Join us Sundays 10:30 a.m. for a dynamic, spiritually relevant service accompanied by excellent music.

Families are always welcome and we offer a Sunday school program. Info: www. fallingbrookpresbyterian.com (r) TORONTO UNITED MENNONITE CHURCH, 1774 Queen St. E. We warmly welcome you to join us for our worship service each Sunday with Christian education and nursery, 10 a.m.-12:35 p.m. Info: 416-699-6631, www.tumc.ca (r) CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 72 Main St. (between Gerrard & Kingston). Know you are welcome at our neighbourhood church. Visit with us to worship and experience our caring, extended family Sundays 10:30 a.m. (r) WAVERLEY ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH, 129 Waverley Rd. (just north of Queen St.). Sundays, 11 a.m. You are invited! Our services feature contemporary music and interesting messages to help you to know God better. Info: www.waverleyroadbaptist.ca ST. AIDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Queen St. E. St. Aidan’s Anglican Church, Queen St. E. at Silver Birch Ave. •Sunday Services are at 8:30 & 10:30 am (Church School & Nursery at 10:30).

Mid-week service, Wednesdays at 10:30 am. All welcome. Info: 416-691-2222, staidansinthebeach.com (12) ST. SAVIOUR’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 43 Kimberley Ave. (at Swanwick Ave.). Info: 416-699-6512, www.stsaviours.ca (fr)

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Tuesday, September 22, 2015

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NEI GHBOURHOOD Everyone has a Story to Tell

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From Balmy Beach to the World Cup

By Andrew Hudson

IN HIS wildest dreams, nine-year-old Liam Underwood couldn’t see where rugby would land him: a sold-out stadium in Cardiff, Wales roaring with 74,000 fans. A field where Ireland, the back-to-back Six Nations rugby champions, gather on the other side.

That was the scene Liam stepped into Sept.

19, when the 24-year-old Beach native took the field for Canada at the Rugby World Cup. “It’s a big honour,” he said, speaking from Wales a week before. “It’s something I’ve been working towards my whole life.”

Even in Ontario, a province that boasts about a third of this year’s Cup team, many players only discover rugby in high school.

But Liam got an early start.

His father, Doug Underwood, played 13 years of 1st Division rugby with the Balmy Beach Rugby Club, winning five Ontario championships in his day.

When Doug began coaching an under-12 flag rugby team, his try-anything son joined him, running alongside the older, bigger kids.

“My wife will tell you it was probably when he was sitting on the sideline once and got hit in the head with a ball that was kicked in touch, that’s what sold him on it,” he said, laughing.

But Doug doesn’t buy the Newtonian ballto-the head theory.

“He was the type of kid that loved every single sport,” he said.

Brian Spanton agrees. A sportscaster and former member of Canada’s men’s rugby team, Spanton is also a long-time coach with the Balmy Beach and Malvern Collegiate, where he saw Liam excel at hockey and football as well as rugby.

A gifted quarterback, Liam might have made football his sport when he graduated from Malvern to Queen’s University.

Spanton said the role Liam chose – fly half – calls for similar skills. Like a quarterback, the fly half directs offensive play, and is usually among the best runners, passers and kickers on the team.

But most important, a fly half needs a calm, tactical mind.

That’s Liam, Spanton said, using words that may seem at odds with rugby’s brutal image – “quiet,” “cerebral,” and “intelligent.”

A player with great “rugby acumen.”

“He reminds me of Mats Sundin,” said Spanton. “You don’t have to beat your chest to be a leader, and Liam is a leader.”

Even his father, who Liam called his number-one rugby influence, concedes that his son has long since surpassed his knowledge

THE BEACHES Rec Centre is hosting a bake sale and raffle to help Syrian refugees. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3. Anyone who would like to donate baked goods or raffle prizes is asked to call Gaby at 416371-1756.

COMMUNITY CENTRE 55 is hosting its annual Car Show & Shine on Sunday, Sept. 27, in the Ted Reeve Arena parking lot (at Gerrard Street East, just west of Main Street). Vintage and classic cars will be on display, food and drinks will be for sale, and a fun time is planned for all. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds from the event support CC55’s year-round programs. Admission is free. For more information contact Evonne Hossack at 416-691-1113 or evonne@centre55.com.

PHOTO: RUGBY CANADA

Liam Underwood, who grew up playing with Balmy Beach Rugby Club and Malvern Collegiate, is playing fly half for Canada at the Rugby World Cup. After a tough 50-7 opener against Ireland in Cardiff’s 74,000-seat Millennium Stadium, Canada will face Italy on Sept. 26, France on Oct. 1 and Romania on Oct. 6.

of the game.

Today, when they talk strategy, said Doug, “It usually centres around, ‘Dad you don’t know anything about rugby.’”

Liam played for Canada twice at the world juniors, and won more awards at Queen’s than most of the school’s top athletes, including winning three championships over his five years with the university.

Rugby has a rising profile in North America, and the Cup is already the world’s thirdlargest sports event after FIFA soccer and the Olympics. But in Canada, where there is no pro league, top players stay close to the grassroots.

It’s been years since Liam played for the Beach, but there’s no end to the support.

“Once you’re part of a club like that, people definitely support their own,” said Liam. “It means a lot.”

By May of 2013, when he was also wrapping an economics degree at Queen’s, Liam got “capped,” called to play his first game for Canada’s senior men’s team.

“All the players are faster, but you also have to make decisions a lot quicker,” he said, when asked about the jump.

“You’ve got to go with your first instinct.”

Doug said his son is perhaps more careful now, more likely to pass and less likely to run the ball.

“I try to be,” said Liam, laughing.

“If you end up running with your head cut off out there, you can get into some trouble.”

Some trouble found Liam during his first

fall with Canada’s senior team, but not for any gamble on his part.

A late hit by a Georgian player left Liam badly concussed, and the lingering symptoms kept him off the field a year and a half.

It took time and physical therapy, but Liam returned this year, playing three games with Canada’s 15-man team before the Cup, and a series of games with Canada’s 7-man team that took him to matches from Scotland to Wellington, Las Vegas to Hong Kong.

British bookies put the odds of Canada winning this year’s World Cup at 2000 to 1. The only time Canada has made it to the quarterfinals was back in 1991.

Canada did win two of three warm-up matches before the Cup, but in regular international play its record has been one win for 10 losses since 2014. Besides Ireland, ranked sixth in the world, Spanton said Canada faces tough competitors in the French and Italian sides.

“That said, I’m convinced Canada has the wherewithal to jump and do a decent job.”

Rugby is gaining momentum in Canada, said Liam. The Prairie Wolf Pack, long overshadowed by the Ontario Blues and B.C. Bears, won the national championship this year, showing a growing range of talent.

And while a pro 15’s league may still be a long way off, Liam said the addition of rugby 7’s to the Olympics is already boosting the profile of the sport.

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AN ‘ADOPT-A-PARK-TREE’ launch will take place in Fairmount Park, 1725 Gerrard St. E., on Saturday, Oct. 3.

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BIRCHCLIFF BLUFFS United Church’s annual Fall Fest and Antique Appraisal will be held at the church, 33 East Rd. (at Warden and Kingston Road), on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Among the items for sale will be vintage treasures, clothing, signed prints by Beach artist Elizabeth Berry, fresh Ontario produce, and home baking. Have breakfast and a barbecue lunch, too. Antique appraisals will be done for $5 per item, and consignments of fine antiques, jewelry, sterling, and watches will also be accepted. Vendor tables are available at $30. For more information, call Linda 416-690-7230. The venue is wheelchair accessible. Visit birchcliffbluffsuc.org.

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By Jon Muldoon

SINGING ENTHUSIASTS are invited to join Toronto Beach Chorale for a free working rehearsal as part of Culture Days.

The chorale is inviting anyone who loves to sing or has always wanted to sing to join in for a “no-pressure, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the rehearsal process.”

The choir will run through the process of rehearsing choral music, some vocal exercises, and then sing a few songs. The community concert choir operates a yearly concert series and is based in the Beach.

For more info email torontobeachchorale @gmail.com or see torontobeachchorale.com.

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PEOPLE FROM the Sky is a celebration of native cultures around the world. The storytelling and music event, part of the Community Event Series at Dawes Crossing, will take place at Dawes Crossing, Dawes Road at Victoria Park Avenue, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27.

Storytellers include Yusuke Tanaka, Rania El Mugammar, Unblind, Brian Walsh, and Aaron Bell. Music will be provided by Kaminari. For more information see facebook.com/dawescrossing.

THE NEW season of Beach United Church’s Jazz and Reflection concerts kicks off on Saturday, Oct. 3 with Jane Bunnett and friends (janebunnett.com).

Bunnett is a soprano saxophonist and flautist. Her dozen-plus albums have earned her three Juno awards and acclaim around the world. She was named to the Order of Canada a decade ago.

Bunnett has travelled often to Cuba, and has recorded with musicians from there on numerous occasions, with much of her recorded output inspired by the music of that island nation.

Beach Jazz and Reflection runs from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3 at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave. just north of Queen Street East. Children are welcome to attend. There is no charge, but a freewill offering will be collected.

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POETRY CAME in Search of Me will run from Sept. 24 to 27 at Scarborough Arts’ Bluffs Gallery, 1859 Kingston Rd., as part of this year’s Culture Days.

The launch event and open mic, 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24, will feature First Nations artists Lena Recollet and Jennifer Alicia, musician Matti Palonen, League of

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From 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25, Toronto Poet Laureate George Elliott Clarke will host an evening of poetry readings. Poets include Raven, Wahkwari’tahóntsi, Claire

Caldwell, Shirley Camia, Sheila Bello, Scarborough Seniors Write artists Helen Koski and Darcy Miller, and Scarborough Poet Laureate John E. Rutherford.

On Saturday, Sept. 26, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., a workshop and tea will take place. Poetry workshops for adults and children will be available. Actors from Live History and costumes from the Scarborough Museum will bring the past to life, and Maureen Jennings, author of the novels that inspired television’s Murdoch Mysteries, will speak.

On now until Oct. 11, a visual art exhibition of work related to poetry will be on display. All events are free for all ages, but pre-registration is required. See scarborougharts.com for more information.

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BOHEMIANS IN Brooklyn: Beaches Reads 2015 with Tom Allen and Friends will take place through October and November.

Anyone interested in taking part should pick up a copy of The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers, and read it before mid-October, when a series of book discussions will take place in East End libraries.

Book discussions, led by CBC’s Allen or local musician Michelle Mayers, will take place at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13 at the Gerrard/Ashdale branch, 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at the Beaches branch, 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the Main Street branch, and 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3 at the Taylor Memorial branch at Kingston Road and Warden Avenue.

A cabaret concert about the New York City home where McCullers, W.H. Auden, Benjamin Britten, and Gypsy Rose Lee lived together will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8 at Kingston Road United Church.

For more details on Beaches Reads, see kruc.ca/ concerts.

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Big Frank, with a straight face, told her we were whale watching.

Although Big Frank is no longer with us, the hawk watch he started lives on.

This is our 11th year and we’re always happy to meet new people. We can’t promise you’ll see any whales, but as long as birds are miPHOTOS: ANN BROKELMAN grating they’ll be flying past Rosetta. Join us between A bald eagle soars past the Bluffs near Rosetta McClain Gardens during the annual hawk watch. Below, ‘Big Frank’ ButSeptember and November son welcomed many a future birdwatcher to the hawk watch (morning or early afternoon before he passed away in 2013. Raptors aren’t the only airborne attraction this time of year – monarch butterflies are is best) and with time and a also in the midst of their annual migration to warmer climes, little patience you might just at bottom. see one of the 11,128 birds of prey we counted in 2014.

I remember another day, many moons ago, Monarch butterflies are migrating over when my friend Carol and I were scoping out the park now too. You might just see Terry a red-tailed hawk nest. We were watching Whittam tagging them as they make their the nest, hoping to catch sight of the babies, journey to Mexico. when a random guy on a bike pedalled over For more information on the Rosetta and asked what we were looking at. We Hawk Watch go to raptorwatch.blogspot.ca. showed him the nest and – though you may not believe it – I may have gone on and on about how amazing redtails were.

Peter, the cyclist, stuck around and watched the parents fly to and from the nest. We even had a heartpounding moment when one of the little eyas sat on the edge of the nest, pooped, and almost fell out! Just like that Peter was hooked. He’s been coming to the Hawk

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1. What past experience makes you a good choice for MP? I’m very proud of the work I’ve done both inside and outside of the Beaches-East York community. Over the past four years I’ve served on the Board of Directors at the Flemingdon Health Centre, one of the largest Community Health Centres in the province. I’m also a past president and board member of Kew Beach Daycare. But most Beachers know me as the co-founder and past president of the Kew Beach Neighbourhood Association. The KBNA was really one of the first grass roots neighbourhood associations in B-EY to rally such a large number of residents towards one common goal.

I worked alongside residents of every political stripe as well as the local city councillor and school trustee to help negotiate a successful settlement with the city and a local condo developer that addressed planning, infrastructure and flooding concerns.

2. How should the federal government encourage a stronger economy?

First let me say what the government should not do – the government should not raise taxes. That will hurt the economy. What we do need to do is help the small and mediumsized businesses that drive our economy. Look around our riding and see how many small businesses are struggling and how many empty storefronts there are. We need to help small businesses succeed and create employment.

Unlike Justin Trudeau, we don’t believe that small businesses are tax shelters for the wealthy, so Prime Minister Harper has announced a number of initiatives for small business including reducing red tape, lowering small business tax rates from 11 per cent to nine per cent and a planned cut to payroll taxes by 20 per cent. I have run a small business, I understand the challenges, and I know Stephen Harper’s plans will help small businesses here in Beaches-East York.

3. What would you do to improve public transit and urban infrastructure?

This riding includes some very old infrastructure that definitely needs to be repaired or replaced and I will be a strong advocate for infrastructure renewal. I will work not only with the federal government but with my provincial and municipal colleagues to ensure our community gets its fair share of any infrastructure funding.

1. What past experience makes you a good choice for MP? I am an advocate. I practise law at a commercial litigation firm downtown, where I regularly attend court. I have volunteered for the Canadian Civil Liberties Association and won public interest cases before the Divisional Court and Human Rights Tribunal. Before being called to the Ontario bar, I studied politics, philosophy, and constitutional law for eight years at Queen’s and Oxford.

I’m a big believer in local advocacy, and this is my community. I was born and raised in the riding, attended Bowmore and Malvern, grew up playing baseball at Ted Reeve and Stan Wadlow, and my parents Sara Erskine and Lawrence Smith are local teachers. I now live here with my wife, Amy, a chef and nutrition professor at George Brown.

I will use my skills as an advocate to achieve real results, and I will be a strong voice for our community in Ottawa.

2. How should the federal government encourage a stronger economy?

A Liberal government will build a stronger economy by investing in infrastructure, in science and technology, and in Canadian citizens.

First, we will double infrastructure investment over the next 10 years to $125 billion. Second, we will invest $300 million in innovation and support for clean technologies, and provide increased funding for R&D. Third, we will invest in people: In youth: $1.3 billion over the next three years – 13 times more than the NDP – to create 120,000 youth jobs and additional co-op placement opportunities. In First Nations: $2.6 billion in First Nations education.

In families: our Canada Child Benefit will bring 315,000 children out of poverty. In seniors: we will strengthen CPP and increase the guaranteed income supplement for low-income seniors three times more than the NDP. In the middle class: we will lower taxes for the $44,701-$89,401 bracket.

3. What would you do to improve public transit and urban infrastructure?

A Liberal government will invest $125 billion in infrastructure over the next 10 years. According to the Canadian Federation of Municipalities, we have a $123 billion infrastructure deficit, and that has a significant and negative effect on our economic growth.

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1. What past experience makes you a good choice for MP? Since being elected in 2011 I have worked hard to represent Beaches-East York in Ottawa.

I began in Parliament as the NDP’s Military Procurement critic, exposing Conservative mismanagement and defeating their plans to spend $50 billion on F-35 fighter jets.

Under Tom Mulcair, I have served as Urban Affairs, Infrastructure and Deputy Transport Critic. I wrote the NDP’s Urban Agenda, which recognizes the urban character of modern Canada and sets out a path to fairer and sustainable cities with a prosperity more equally shared.

In the riding, I have hosted innumerable town halls on matters ranging from income inequality to housing to food security. I have championed the preservation of natural and farm lands as important urban issues.

In Parliament, I have tabled motions relating to ethical sourcing, cultural recognition and urban affairs and proudly introduced an updated version of Jack Layton’s Climate Change Accountability Act. 2. How should the federal government encourage a stronger economy?

The NDP recognizes the need for economic diversification.

This is at the foundation of my Urban Agenda.

Families in B-EY are working harder than ever to make ends meet. Successive Liberal and Conservative government policies have led to dropping incomes and rising household debt. Work in urban Canada has become predominantly parttime and precarious, with a consequent growth in income inequality.

The NDP will create good jobs by cutting the small business tax and introducing a new innovation tax credit to re-invigorate our manufacturing sector. We will re-institute a federal minimum wage at $15/hour. We will invest in urban infrastructure, creating 54,000 new jobs. We will invest in youth employment, ensuring 40,000 new jobs for Canadian youth.

3. What would you do to improve public transit and urban infrastructure?

Federal investment in infrastructure has been in decline for decades, reaching its lowest levels in the 1990s. We have been saddled with an enormous infrastructure deficit. Urban gridlock has personal, economic and environmental costs.

1. What past experience makes you a good choice for MP? I have substantial experience in international development, both in Canada and overseas, and through that work I have visited some of the worst urban slums in the world. I would bring my perspective of those experiences to the job should I be elected MP. I also have earlier work experience in the cooperative and non-profit housing sector, so I understand the problems that low income people face in Canada and internationally. I would be their champion as MP. 2. How should the federal government encourage a stronger economy?

The federal government should be investing in infrastructure, affordable housing, retrofitting buildings to combat the loss of energy through “leaky building syndrome,” and, most importantly, it should encourage moving to 100 per cent renewable energy as soon as possible. We would lead an immediate effort to create an “army” of construction workers to repair our crumbling public buildings and social housing, and to reduce or eliminate the energy loss through badly insulated buildings, both public and private. This would create immediate employment for thousands of workers, stimulating our economy at the level of working people and not relying on tax breaks for the wealthy to “trickle down” to the rest of the economy.

3. What would you do to improve public transit and urban infrastructure?

The Green Party has committed to improving Canada’s rail and public transit systems which are in a bad state of repair. Public transit is one of the important ways of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We also support investment to build and maintain other urban infrastructure, which has been an area of neglect by the federal government for a very long time.

4. What role should the government have in child care?

We will work with the provinces, territories and indigenous communities to establish accessible, convenient, enriched and affordable child care spaces for any Canadian family that seeks it. We will support women to re-enter the workforce whenever they choose after having children. The Green Party believes that workplace childcare has many advantages.

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compost, and peat trilliums, bloodroot, Joe moss filter out pollutpye-weed, swamp weed, artina owley ants, help recharge milkweed, Cardinal flowis an environmental ers, and coreopsis – to groundwater and communicator name a few – each garden aquifers, reduce local martina@beachbusinesshub.ca 647-208-1810 received 10 lobelias, which flooding and drainage the bees seem to go crazy problems, and lower over. Catherine already had numerous the potential of overloading sewers. milkweed plants in her garden, which selfCompared to a patch of lawn, a rain garden allows about 30 per cent more water to seeded three summers ago and attract many soak into the ground. A ‘soak-away’ pit in a butterflies and even hummingbirds. “Next rain garden helps direct the collected water year, I want to add more native plants.” towards the water table below, instead of Native plants are drought-resistant and allowing it to disperse and evaporate close require no watering once they are established, yet can also handle being soaked to the surface. for a few hours after a rainfall. Despite Marc, who is an English teacher, got started as a volunteer with the David Suzuki the gardens’ name, a rain garden does not stay wet nor create a breeding ground for Foundation and then became one of their mosquitoes. Typically it drains within two to Park Rangers. In search of a solution for four hours after heavy rain. his leaky, wet basement, he attended a rain As for the cost, existing plants were kept garden workshop at the library, held by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. in place and included in the design. Based on Marc’s project, the whole thing ran at He saw a rain garden as a landscaping solution. Plus, he adds, “I wanted to move from $1,000 per square metre installed, which my armchair philosophy into taking action.” included design, excavation, soil and plant Then he met Karen Buck at her tour of materials, and labour. rain gardens in Riverdale. Through Citizens Homeowner Steve was considering a far for a Safe Environment, she got 11 rain more costly approach to his front yard until gardens installed throughout Riverdale and the rain garden project came along. “Our East York a few years back (see Environlawn sloped towards the house. Water used ment Views, May 13, 2014, ‘Celebrating the to pool on the sidewalk and run towards the green heroes of the East End’). house. The puddles were great for the kids Through this knowledgeable mentor, to play in, but we had water in the basement,” he said.

Marc connected with TRCA and then his By teaming up with his neighbour, both personal green intervention grew from homes’ downspouts were disconnected and merely installing his own rain garden to applying for and in June 2015 winning a Vital extended towards the front lawn, where a Innovations Award from Toronto Foundation small rain garden with an improved slope to install 10 rain gardens. In addition to the and a soakaway pit now provide the water $10,000 grant, he gathered in-kind donations with somewhere useful to go. that allowed installation of an additional Marc would like to see other neighbourhoods lead similar projects or build their garden to make it 11. own rain gardens using the TRCA’s installaIt was easy finding other homeowners tion booklet “Greening Your Grounds” ($12) to participate. As Kate, who joined the or by hiring a landscape designer. He also kickstarter program even before Marc got thinks the City of Toronto should take this the grant put it, “The installation cost was on as a municipal project to improve stormreasonable, and having this kind of a capital water management and offer a financial improvement was a good investment.” incentive or rebate program.

Word spread quickly among neighbours Even expert gardener and broadcaster on Woodington Avenue, Sammon Avenue Mark Cullen sings the praises of retaining and nearby streets and in June installations stormwater. His permeable gravel driveway started for the Rain Gardens of Danforth also fits the new design idea of Low Impact East Village.

Development (LID), which can even help The project’s landscape designer, Gillian reduce home insurance rates with some Leitch of Alter Eden, said “the families are providers. so wonderful and have an amazing sense of For now, the new rain gardens in East community.”

York, with their signs proudly announcing Entire families came with their young participation in the project, are a good conchildren to help dig, put in different layers, versation starter for passersby. Now, Barb and place and plant from a list of 30 native, says, “One of my neighbours wants to pardrought-resistant plants, to create habitats ticipate in the next rain garden project”, and that provide pollen, nectar, and foraging Tara’s mother, who lives in Barrie, wants materials for bees and butterflies. her own to solve her flooding problems.

Native Plants in Claremont provided the As several proud rain garden owners plants and created a “raingarden wildflower kit” to suit any combination of sun exposure. happily exclaim in unison: “And it’s nomaintenance!”

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A dozen houses in the East End recently built rain gardens in their front yards through a grant from the Toronto Foundation Vital Innovations Award.

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s I arrived back from the Labour Day weekend, the conversations at work inevitably moved to everyone’s kids and their first day of school.

Everyone had a story of first day jitters and first day excitement, and as most of my colleagues are 10 to 15 years younger than me it was also inevitable that I got incredulous looks as I shared that I’d deposited one of my two sons at university, leaving home, alone. “My god,” they gasped, “how does THAT feel?”

I’ve struggled to answer that question. When my older friends walked me through it before we got onto the university preparation carousel, and they described it as a whirlwind, I’d thought, like any new parent experience, “eh, how bad can it be?”

We’d visited three universities and we looked at them, our firstborn forging ahead on the tours, the same way we’d reviewed day care options back in the day. Where will they play? Where will nap time be held, and what do you serve for lunch? Really, there’s more stuff – like how much is this going to cost per day? I’ll just say that when Tom Mulcair comes up with a university tuition plan at $5 per day, he’ll get my vote!

You worry about nutrition, you worry if they’ll get enough sleep, and yes, you pay some attention to the academic and social value they will receive.

We spent months on choices and applications, just like the first daycare.

Once that was settled there were massive loads of paperwork required to get tuition, residence, meal plans and

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roommates sorted out. The forms were endless.

And just like every September when they go back to school, the clothing budget gets blown up in the quest for the right wardrobe. “Seriously, Mom, I cannot wear high school sports sweatshirts in university! That’s like wearing a junior school sweatshirt to the first day of grade nine. Not happening.”

I helped him pack, or rather cleaned up behind the packing, and then understood why he didn’t want my help packing – too many high school secrets revealed. I would try to help by pulling boxes out of the back of the closet for consideration.

“What are we doing about this darling box of your Minor Atom hockey jerseys? … Wait, what is that hidden in this box? Really? Hidden with your Minor Atom jerseys? Really?!?”

I discovered in some areas he’d not completely outgrown his bad habits from JK. Some of you loyal readers will remember a bad time, 15 years ago, when I discovered the firstborn was a kleptomaniac, methodically and stealthily stealing Lego from the JK bins. I found his stash deep in a shoebox in his closet back then, and made him take the walk of shame back to the school to return the pieces.

Let me just say this same kid currently has an impressive collection of T-shirts and I know I purchased only

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half of them. Friends, if your son is missing clothing, come by for a visit at our ‘found’ bin.

In some ways, it is easier to prepare versus the early school days. He is 18 now, and independent in his activities, his ideas and his opinions. Particularly his opinions.

Oh, the opinions.

There were days this summer when people asked me if I was ready for him to leave home and I jokingly said that if they had a drive-thru drop-off for university, I’d be the first in line … just pull up, roll him and his gear out and drive away. There comes a time when the house is too small for so many men and an opinionated mother.

But do you remember that feeling, when you dropped them at JK for the first time? When you walked away from the child that you dreamed of for years, you grew for nine months, you nurtured for four years, and then you let go of their tiny hand and waved goodbye as they walked into JK? You remember that first 30 seconds apart probably not as “freedom!” but rather as “What? How do I walk without that little hand tucked in mine? Where did that time go?”

And for the entire day, you felt like NASA in Houston during the Apollo missions – your child is on the dark side of the moon, no communication, no knowledge of how they are. You are floored by the deep vibration of unease shivering through you as you have to trust them, other people and the universe to take care of your most precious gift in life. Remember that?

What’s it like to drop your child at university? Like that. Exactly like that.

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1. What past experience makes you a good choice for MP? I’ve spent nearly 40 years of my working life in public service, the last 10 as the chief of Toronto Police Service, managing a billion-dollar budget and 8,000 employees. I am actively engaged in many community organizations, including the Children’s Aid Foundation, the Scarborough Hospital Foundation and Covenant House youth shelter. I have worked effectively with all three levels of government to make a positive difference in Toronto and across the country.

2. How should the federal government encourage a stronger economy?

Liberals have a three-point plan to grow the economy. We’ll help create good jobs by making investments in infrastructure while interest rates are low. We’ll make the tax system fairer for hardworking Canadians by cutting the middle-class tax rate by seven per cent and raising it for the wealthiest one per cent. We’ll also invest in affordable housing and child care spaces so hard-working parents and families can get ahead. Nine out of 10 families will get more from our Canada Child Benefit, and it will lift 315,000 children out of poverty.

That’s real change for Canadians.

3. What would you do to improve public transit and urban infrastructure?

First and foremost, we have to work with residents of Scarborough Southwest to ensure they are involved in the decision making on infrastructure that will determine how our community grows – and thrives – in the coming years. At the federal level, a Liberal government will more than triple federal investment in public transit over the next four years, and over 10 years we will quadruple it.

Our funding will be flexible to the requirements of municipalities as well, because they are on the front line of decision making and dialogue with the people of Scarborough. Our commitment to social infrastructure – including child care spaces and seniors’ facilities – will nearly double current federal infrastructure investment to almost $125 billion (from the current $65 billion) over the next decade.

1. What past experience makes you a good choice for MP? This election will be my sixth as a federal or municipal candidate in Scarborough Southwest. I’ve been a member of the NDP for 20 years and MP for Scarborough Southwest since 2011. I come to this campaign with more political experience than most. Before being elected in 2011, I worked in the IT sector, including a year in Alberta’s oil sands. I was webmaster for the Make-A-Wish foundation and worked for Web Networks. I’ve also run my own web design business. I started working at age 15 in childcare for Not Your Average Daycare at Corvette Public School. I have long-standing relationships with the Birchmount Baseball League (as player, coach, executive member and sponsor) and the Warden Woods community centre. My family has lived in Scarborough Southwest since the 1920s. Four generations of my family live in the area and I am intimately familiar with every corner of the riding.

2. How should the federal government encourage a stronger economy?

After 10 years, Stephen Harper’s economic plan just isn’t working.

People in Scarborough Southwest are working harder than ever but falling further behind. Incomes are dropping and household debt is rising. Over 200,000 more Canadians are jobless today than before the recession. The jobs being created are part-time and precarious.

The NDP has a plan to get the economy back on track. We want to cut the small business tax rate, implement an innovation tax credit and work with cities and towns to build and repair infrastructure.

We also have a plan to crack down on unpaid internships and create 40,000 jobs for young workers across the country, create 76,000 good aerospace jobs and reinvest in the automotive industry.

3. What would you do to improve public transit and urban infrastructure?

Building better public transit and fixing crumbling infrastructure is of particular importance to Toronto. We are seeing the results of decades of Conservative and Liberal neglect. Canada is the only G7 country without a national transit strategy.

Packed buses, delayed trains and frustrated riders are the norm for Scarborough Southwest. Toronto needs a reliable partner in Ottawa that will provide long-term, stable and predictable funding for transit. Tom Mulcair will honour previous commitments and remove politics from future decisions by giving the city the money it needs instead of picking individual projects. The NDP’s 20-year Better Transit Fund will mean $12.9 billion in infrastructure funding for the region including $7.7 billion for transit. We have committed to providing an additional 1 cent of the gas tax to municipalities. The NDP will create a minister for Urban Affairs in order to prioritize and respond to the needs of cities like Toronto.

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1. What past experience makes you a good choice for MP? My family hails from a social service-oriented family, which is why I’ve always felt the need to help the community of Scarborough. I’ve been a front line law enforcement officer for the last six years and have been very active in the community, engaging in programs that focus on the security of Scarborough, youth, and family welfare. I am proud to call Scarborough my home. I’m raising my family here and I want to ensure Scarborough is a safe community for them to grow up in. If elected, I will work hard to make sure I energetically commit my time to represent and service the communities of Scarborough.

2. How should the federal government encourage a stronger economy?

I am proud to be part of the Conservative Party of Canada because we promised to balance the budget, lower taxes, and grow the economy – and we actually delivered these results. As Prime Minister Harper has indicated numerous times, we’ve come a long way to make sure our economy is protected by a balanced budget.

Now is not the time for billions in new spending and higher taxes – these are things that both the Liberal Party and NDP are promising. We have to stay the course and continue to grow the economy, while delivering tax relief for all Canadians.

3. What would you do to improve public transit and urban infrastructure?

I believe the construction of public infrastructure, such as public transit, roads and bridges creates jobs and helps Canadian businesses prosper now and into the future. As I mentioned earlier, we have to stay the course. Since 2006, the Conservatives have invested heavily in Canada’s infrastructure – this includes the New Building Canada Plan, the largest federal investment in job-creating infrastructure in Canadian history. $70 billion dollars were invested in federal, provincial, and community infrastructure – this helps projects such as building more subways in Toronto.

1. What past experience makes you a good choice for MP? For the past five years, I’ve been an active promoter of civil liberties, accountability and transparency. I have worked as a professional fundraiser on behalf of NGOs that empower and assist Canadians and those in crisis around the globe such as CAMH, SickKids, the Redwood Shelter, OpenMedia, Amnesty International and Doctors Without Borders. I was also part of the UN Refugee Agency’s first public fundraising campaign, focusing on the Syrian Crisis, for three years.

Prior to this, I was employed by multiple arts and culture groups across the GTA in both creative and administrative roles. You Should Have Stayed Home (my award-winning play detailing the unlawful preventive mass arrests made during the infamous Toronto G20 Summit) toured across Canada to acclaim in 2013.

2. How should the federal government encourage a stronger economy?

I will invest in local, sustainable economies by lowering taxes on small businesses and investing in technology-based job creation.

Subsidies paid to foreign-owned oil and gas interests aren’t benefitting Canadians through jobs or at the pumps. Relying on income from the tar sands hasn’t worked out for us. Our dollar has plummeted.

Good-paying jobs are disappearing as we head into another recession.

Young people have little access to the job market other than unpaid internships or part-time jobs. It’s time we got real on the middle class – they didn’t disappear. They joined the nearly five million Canadians living in poverty right now. Part of building a new Canadian economy is taking care of Canadians by investing in their future with bold initiatives like the Green Party’s National Housing Strategy, Pharmacare and the Guaranteed Living Income. It’s time to invest in each other and our communities as responsible Canadians.

3. What would you do to improve public transit and urban infrastructure?

The first thing I would support is the Gas Tax Transfer to municipalities, to increase to five cents/litre. This dedicated funding would finally allow cities to create solutions that meet their unique local needs. Scarborough’s own transit future has too long been used as political football, partly due to the failure of Ottawa to step up. Cities like ours need multi-modal transit connections, and where appropriate, cycling and pedestrian infrastructure. We need to get people moving now! Infrastructure to me is about more than healthy buildings, it’s about healthy Canadians. I want to see a Water and Waste Treatment Facilities Fund to upgrade water treatment, sewage treatment, and recycling facilities to make them efficient, safe, and sustainable. Combined with a Sports, Cultural, and Recreational Facilities Fund to support the development of green recreational and cultural facilities and refurbish existing facilities, we can make a healthier Canada.

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Horticultural Matters Imported plants can pack a punch in self-defence

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or most creatures that walk, swim, waddle or flap their wings, plants are something to eat.

They are nutritious, easy to find and even easier to catch since most of them can’t see you coming and don’t run away or bite back.

But plants haven’t survived for millions of years without some way of fending off the hordes of vegan predators and many have evolved complex defense mechanisms like thorns on cacti, barberry and roses, and oils on poison ivy and poison oak that are likely to give hungry herbivores and humans a poke or a nasty rash just for the fun of it.

But things get a little more serious in the defence department when it comes to some of those large tropical plants that have been adorning our local parks and gardens all summer, and if anyone is foolish enough to sample a fruit, nut or even a leaf from some of these ornamental exotics, the results can be fatal.

One of the most toxic offenders is the Castor bean (Ricinus communis), frequently planted with abandon for its huge palmate foliage and bright red spiked seed pods that appear in late summer and early fall. But the tasty-looking beans within the pods come loaded with an intense poison

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called ricin and it only takes a few of them to kill an adult if ingested.

The plant is so toxic it was used to assassinate Bulgarian journalist Georgi Markov with a tiny ricin pellet that was injected ‘Bond style’ by a customized hypodermic umbrella while he was waiting for a bus in London. And castor caused a bit of panic in 2013 when postal screeners found dangerous amounts of a powdered ricin extract version in mail addressed to U.S. President Barack Obama.

Of course the plant does have some redeeming qualities. When the beans are processed into oil the toxic ricin mash is removed as waste and the product becomes Castor oil, that foul- and fishytasting concoction that my mother used to force feed me for minor ailments. And no wonder the stuff tasted bad – the castor oil I was gagging on was almost identical to a powerful non-petroleum-based lubricant (trademarked as Castrol) that was previously used in leaky rotary aircraft engines during the Red Baron era.

Datura (Datura stramonium) is

another tropical annual with a poisonous attitude, and unlike castor, it can self-seed prolifically in our climate. It often wanders off to pop up in unlikely places like children’s playgrounds and sometimes the vegetable patch.

All parts of this fast-growing sprawler are extremely toxic and hallucinogenic, especially the seeds contained in spiny golf ball-sized casings that ripen and split open at this time of the year.

However, it’s an attractive annual that makes a great addition to a tropical border, with huge bellshaped white flowers that grow upright rather than hang down like its close relative brugmansia. Fans of the plant affectionately refer to it as angel’s trumpet, but those in the know are more likely to call it devil’s horn, devil’s weed, devil’s snare, devil’s trumpet, devil’s cucumber, or the marginally devilish hell’s bells.

Oleander (Nerium oleander) might be sweet to look at and smell but don’t get your nose too close for a whiff of this elegant plant because its flowers, foliage and twigs can cause severe skin irritations and become a serious toxin if chewed or eaten in even moderate quantities.

Oleander is not planted as frequently as other tropicals but its foliage – often confused with olive

PHOTO: STEVEN CHADWICK

Datura, front, and castor, in back, can both be dangerous in the wrong circumstances. Author Steven Chadwick photographed both in a Toronto park two weeks ago.

– and spectacularly fragrant blossoms make it a common feature in many of the high-end formal garden parks around Toronto. Its seed pods are not as conspicuous as castor or datura so poisonings are usually confined to skin rashes from handling the plant.

Of course, it’s not just these tropical summertime beauties that use poisons to protect themselves.

It’s a wild world out there and plenty of familiar native and non-

natives use poisons as a defence as well. Wild parsnip, members of the nightshade family, bloodroot, and that monster that has been hogging all the press these days, giant hogweed can all bite back, so it would be wise to familiarize yourself - and especially children - with the characteristics of plants that can present a danger. If it can’t be identified, don’t touch and for heaven’s sake, don’t stop for a snack.

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1 cob of corn (or use ½ cup corn niblets) 1 tbsp (15 mL) each, butter and olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 red pepper cut into strips 1 small zucchini, in ½ inch (1 cm) cubes 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1 ½ tsp (7 mL) dried oregano 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 1 cup (250 mL) cherry tomatoes, halved 1 lb (500 g) potato gnocchi 1 cup (250 mL) each, green and yellow beans, halved 1/4 cup (60 mL) pitted black olives, halved 1/2 cup (125 mL) crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped fresh dill or parsley Fresh pepper to taste Bring large pot of salted water to boil.

Using sharp knife, remove corn kernels from cob; set aside. In large skillet or Dutch oven, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add garlic, red pepper, zucchini, onion, oregano, and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, just until vegetables are tender crisp, about five minutes.

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The sweet-sour taste of the chutney is a perfect complement. Any leftover chutney is delicious with other chicken or pork dishes. Serve the burgers with an Asian-style coleslaw and naan bread.

Apple Pear Chutney 2 tsp (10 mL) vegetable oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 tbsp (15 mL) gingerroot, peeled and minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 apples, peeled, quartered and sliced 2 pears, peeled, cored and sliced 3/4 cup (180 mL) lightly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup (125 mL) apple cider or apple juice 1/4 cup (60 mL) cider vinegar 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 mL) crushed red pepper flakes 1 4-inch (10 cm) cinnamon stick 4 green cardamom pods (optional) 1 thinly sliced green onion Burgers: 1 lb (500 g) lean ground pork, chicken or turkey 1 egg lightly beaten 1/4 cup (60 mL) finely chopped green onion

1/4 cup (60 mL) finely chopped fresh coriander 4 tsp (20 mL) Indian curry paste such as Madras or Tandoori 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 1 tsp (5 mL) vegetable oil Chutney: In stainless steel saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, ginger and garlic; cook two minutes or until softened slightly. Stir in apples, pears, sugar, vinegar, salt, red pepper flakes, cinnamon stick, and cardamom if using. Increase heat and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered stirring occasionally, until mixture has thickened 15 to 20 minutes.

Discard cinnamon stick and cardamom pods, stir in green onion and cool.

Spoon mixture into jar and cover; cool on rack then refrigerate for up to two weeks. Makes 2 cups (500 mL).

Burgers: In large mixing bowl, combine pork, egg, onion, coriander, curry paste and salt. Divide into four patties. Place on greased grill over medium-high heat. Grill, covered, 5 to 6 minutes per side or until thermometer reads 160°F (71°C) inserted sideways into centre of patty. Serve burgers on lettuce with naan bread and a dollop of apple pear chutney on each burger.

Makes four servings.

Asian-style coleslaw Try this marinated coleslaw as a change from the usual cabbage and mayo combo: combine a 6 cup (1 ½ L) mixture of finely shredded Chinese lettuce, napa, red and green cabbage and add 1 cup (250 mL) natural almonds, half a red pepper cut into thin strips, six finely sliced green onions, and two stalks of sliced celery. Toss with your favourite vinaigrette. Mixture may be made up to an hour ahead, covered and refrigerated. Makes six to eight servings. Leftovers are great the next day!

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Election 2015 Beaches-East York candidates, continued from Page 17

Bill Burrows Conservative Party I know that a re-elected Stephen Harper government will continue to invest in infrastructure. Since 2006 the government has invested $12.3 billion in infrastructure right here in Ontario. By comparison the Liberal governments from 1993 to 2005 spent only $3.4 billion on infrastructure in Ontario.

I was proud to be with Prime Minister Harper when he announced $2.6 billion in funding for SmartTrack as part of the government’s Public Transit Fund. SmartTrack is the best way to take pressure off the overcrowded subway system in Toronto and help Torontonians get around.

4. What role should the government have in child care?

When my daughter was in daycare I served on the board of Kew Beach Daycare.

I got involved because I believe, as Prime Minister Harper believes, that the best people to decide how their children should be cared for are parents. I believe the government’s role in child care should be limited to helping parents make the decisions they believe are right. In order to make it easier for parents, this government has increased the Universal Child Care Benefit to $1,920 per year for children under 6 and $720 per year for children 6 to 17 years old, added $1,000 to the Child Care Expense Deduction limit, and introduced income splitting for families with children, saving families up to $2,000 per year. As well, this government doubled the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit to $1,000 to help parents of children enrolled in sports or arts programs.

5. What would you do to address climate change?

Personally I try to do everything I can to reduce my environmental footprint. For example, this is the second time I’ve run in

a federal election so after the last election I collected and stored my signs and we’re reusing them this campaign.

The Conservative Party is working to protect the environment while protecting the economy at the same time. Greenhouse gas emissions are down and we need to continue this in a way that doesn’t hurt the economy or cost Canadian consumers.

A carbon tax is not the answer, it would only raise the cost of essentials from home heating fuel to food. Instead the Conservative government has committed to contribute an additional $300 million to the Green Climate Fund that is supporting projects, programs and policies to address climate change in developing countries. This builds on the $1.2 billion of funding already delivered by the Government of Canada.

6. What is your stance on Bill C-51?

I support Bill C-51. Unfortunately, the fact is we live in a world where Canadians are being targeted by terrorists simply because they hate our society and the values it represents. It is the responsibility of the government to protect the safety of its citizens, and that is why we introduced the Anti-terrorism Act to ensure that our national security agencies have the tools they need to protect Canadians against the evolving threat of jihadi terrorists.

Canadians understand that their freedom and security go hand in hand and the safeguards in this legislation protect both, while our police and national security agencies are working to protect our rights and our freedoms. Under our Conservative government, Canada is not sitting on the sidelines as the Liberals and NDP would do. That is why we are joining our allies in the international coalition in the fight against ISIS.

Matthew Kellway New Democratic Party We will increase the transfer of the existing Federal Gas Tax for cities to spend on their infrastructure priorities, including public transit.

Our Better Transit Plan will tackle gridlock and reduce commute times in cities across Canada. The NDP plan proposes 20 years of stable, predictable funding for transit infrastructure with $12.9 billion pledged to Toronto region transit.

We will work with provinces and territories to ensure effective investments while ensuring that cities retain the power to determine their own transit and infrastructure priorities.

4. What role should the government have in child care?

Close to 900,000 kids across Canada do not have access to affordable childcare. The average Canadian family is paying $1,000/month per child for childcare. Parents, usually moms, are confronted with a terrible choice – sacrifice their career goals or watch their salary get eaten up by childcare fees.

Here in Beaches-East York, where we are experiencing a baby boom, the challenges are even greater – costs are higher and spaces are more limited.

A National Childcare Plan has been promised by Liberals and Conservatives alike since the 1970s. Neither party has created a single new, federally-funded childcare space in Canada. It’s about time we did. The NDP will create and maintain a million quality childcare spaces where parents pay no more than $15/day.

It makes economic sense. It makes social sense.

5. What would you do to address climate change?

Canada’s climate record is the worst of the world’s wealthiest 27 countries. The Liberals signed the Kyoto Accord and stood back to watch emissions grow 34 per cent above their

Nathaniel Erskine-Smith Liberal Party It is important to tackle our infrastructure deficit now, especially given how low interest rates are. When congestion costs the GTA economy $6 billion every year, our continued failure to make major infrastructure investments will cost us more in the long run. That’s why we’re investing an additional $20 billion in public transit projects, quadrupling the current federal investment in transit.

We’re also investing $20 billion in social infrastructure, including affordable housing, seniors’ facilities, and child care spaces.

Both Harper and Mulcair have instead promised balanced budgets in year one, and they simply won’t have the money to invest in infrastructure and growth.

4. What role should the government have in child care?

Earlier this summer, Harper sent cheques to every family with children regardless of income. Inexplicably, Mulcair has promised to keep that plan.

We will re-direct all funds to families that need help with the high cost of raising children, through a single, monthly, taxfree benefit worth up to $6,400 annually for every child under 6, and up to $5,400 for every child 6 to 17. It will be means-tested: the more a household earns, the less it gets.

Every household with an income of

$150,000 or less will benefit more under our plan. The Library of Parliament estimates that our plan will bring 315,000 children out of poverty next year.

Our plan is fair, and it’s a real investment in our country’s future.

The NDP’s daycare proposal requires the provinces to pick up 40 per cent of the tab, and will take at least eight years to roll out.

5. What would you do to address climate change?

A Liberal government will create national emissions-reduction targets so that we do our part to limit the increase in average global temperatures to less than two degrees.

We will work with the provinces to put a price on carbon, remove subsidies from fossil fuels, and invest $300 million in innovation and support for clean technologies.

We will invest $20 billion in green infrastructure over the next 10 years, including local wastewater facilities, retrofits and climate resilient infrastructure, clean energy projects, and systems to protect against changing weather.

We will perform a full-scale review of every cut Harper has made to environmental regulation, and restore credibility to environmental assessments.

We will protect our freshwater and

promised targets. The Conservatives took us out of Kyoto. We have been criticized internationally as we fail to meet even modest emission-reduction targets – or even look like we care.

Last year I tabled as my own private member’s bill an updated and revised version of Jack Layton’s Climate Change Accountability Act. It remains the only piece of legislation to be tabled in parliament that mandates emission reduction targets. It forms the basis of our international commitment to arrest global warming.

We will also end subsidies to the fossil fuel industry, establish a rigorous environmental assessment process that takes climate change into account, transition to alternative energy sources and build energy efficiency into cities.

6. What is your stance on Bill C-51?

C-51, Stephen Harper’s new surveillance law, gives intelligence agencies and law enforcement over arching powers to collect and share information on Canadians.

C-51, supported by the Liberal Party, is fundamentally contradictory. It purports to preserve rights and freedoms by taking away rights and freedoms.

Former prime ministers, legal experts, civil liberties advocates, privacy commissioners, First Nations leadership and business leaders have condemned the bill. The Canadian Civil Liberties Association, along with the Canadian Journalists for Free Expression, has launched a constitutional challenge of C-51.

Liberals pledged support for the bill before seeing it and voted for it after reading it.

As Canadians we don’t have to give up our rights to be safe. We shouldn’t be forced to choose between our security and our rights.

Canadians want strong, principled leadership. The NDP will repeal Bill C-51.

Randall Sach Green Party oceans and preserve and promote our national parks, including the National Rouge Park in Scarborough.

Finally, we will ensure that federal scientists can freely share their research, and we will use data to drive smarter decisionmaking.

6. What is your stance on Bill C-51?

Having studied constitutional law and having fought for civil liberties in court, I am against C-51 in its current form and am committed to fixing it.

A Liberal government will strengthen oversight of our security agencies, ensure that C-51 does not apply to protests or other legitimate speech, and remove measures that violate Charter rights. We will limit information sharing, require the Privacy Commissioner to publicly report to Canadians every year about that information sharing, and require a review of the entirety of C-51 after three years.

C-51 needs to be fixed, but there are measures worth keeping. For example, our “nofly” list is now on a firmer legal footing, judges can authorize the deletion of internet material that incites terrorist activity, and terrorism “peace bonds” may prove useful for law enforcement.

We will work with experts to ensure that our rights are protected without sacrificing our security.

Those advantages include enhanced parenting time and access to children through the work day, extension of breast-feeding opportunities, improved employee productivity, and improving the convenience of public transport when parents and kids share their morning destination.

Tax breaks to employers for the creation of child care spaces is one tool among many we will use to ensure that families have the spaces they need.

5. What would you do to address climate change?

Climate change is both the biggest challenge and the biggest opportunity that Canada has ever faced. While the consequences of failing to address climate change would be catastrophic, our transition to a green, sustainable economy will create good local jobs, shorter commutes, more livable cities, and cleaner air and water.

Our plan is to move to the virtual elimination of fossil-fuel use in Canada by mid-century. Our short-term target is 40 per cent below 2005 levels by 2025, while we are calling for 80 per cent reductions below 1990 levels by 2050. These are ambitious targets, yet the scale and urgency of this challenge demands nothing less. As Canadians, we will rise to this challenge and, in doing so, create a strong, stable, and prosperous economy today and for our children and grandchildren tomorrow.

6. What is your stance on Bill C-51?

It should be repealed. It is an unnecessary intrusion on our civil liberties.

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OMEGA HEALTH + FITNESS ART, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Graston 1089 Kingston Rd. (at Victoria Park)

647-317-6017

www.omegahealthandfitness.com

Dr. Scott Dunham 2181 Queen St. East, Suite 305 (at Lee)

416-907-0103

www.kewgardenshealth.com

416-698-5861

416-916-7122

URBAN CALM THERAPEUTICS Stephanie Gage, RMT Cami Rahman, RMT Caitlin McAulay, RMT 1789 Queen St. East, Unit 6

416-698-3157

Jen Goddard, R.M.T. Neville Park Health Group 2455A Queen St. East

416-690-6257

Jane Boyle, RMT, CYT Registered Massage Therapist Reiki Sensei, Reflexologist ~20 years of quality care~ 81 Beech Ave. (at Queen E) 647-240-8121 Janeboyle.com

ARCHITECTURE/DESIGN Stephen G. King, Architect

Member Ontario Association of Architects

Serving the Beach & East York for 30+ yrs

W. MORRIS DESIGN

416-423-2289

COUNSELLING Do you think differently?

Gifted/ADHD Support & Coaching School/Workplace Performance Children/Adults Mary Lynn Trotter, MSW, RSW 416-875-9474 marylynntrotter@rogers.com www.adhdtreatmenttoronto.com Ask about insurance coverage

Nancy Leach, M. Sc., BMCP from the author of

The Body Means Well

Support for chronic or life-threatening illness through Counselling, Body Therapy, and Meditation

647-838-1849

www.mindfulwayconsulting.com

JOB STRESS?

(416) 694-8181 www.stephenkingarchitect.com

ARCHITECTURAL AND INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANTS DESIGN CONCEPTS AND PERMIT DRAWINGS WESLEY MORRIS, ARIDO, IDC, AATO

416-261-9679

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES Renovations & Additions Structural Design • Building Permit

Local • Affordable 416-200-6300 www.WINTACO.com

Versatech

Drafting + Design Architectural Design Permit Drawings Project Management Commercial, Residential

CAREER COUNSELLING

416-694-9531 • 416-816-1630

Martha Dove M.S.W. RSW

Tonia Vuolo

www.marthadove.com 416-691-4901 martha.dove@sympatico.ca

Interior Designer

416-522-5903

MASSAGE THERAPY

toniavuolo@me.com www.toniavuolodesigns.com NO JOB IS TOO SMALL OR TOO BIG

Advanced Therapeutics

studio tangent architects

Kevin Oates, R.M.T. & Assoc.

contemporary new construction, additions, renovations open-minded 3D design process

(Since 1989)

BEACHES MASSAGE CENTRE

Chiropractic Acupuncture A.R.T. / Laser 2212 Queen St. E.

Massage Therapy • Reflexology 2245 Queen St. East • 2nd floor • Open 7 days per week •

1004 Coxwell Ave @ O’Connor

Coxwell Chiropractic Centre

Dr. Janet D’Arcy

Dr. Kelly Robazza Dr. William Chan

Megan Evans, RMT, CRHP & Associates

Chiropractor & Cert. Animal Chiropractor

Dr. Mark T. Garbutt D.C.

CHIROPRACTORS

Open Saturdays

416-694-6767

B. Arch. OAA, MRAIC “Serving the Beach since 1987” Residential, Restorations, Home Inspections, Commercial, Interiors, Landscapes COMPLETE PROJECT SERVICES FROM DESIGN THROUGH CONSTRUCTION

Voted “Best Massage Therapist” - NOW Magazine

416-690-6257

Voted “#1 Spa in Toronto” - Trip Advisor

Chiropractor

Kew Gardens Health Group

1398 Queen St. E. (east of Greenwood Ave.)

Chiropractor Neville Park Health Group 2455A Queen St. East

• Hours incl. evenings & Saturdays •

416-469-3879 (open 7 days) www.advancedtherapeutics.ca

Zabiullah Khaliqi, RMT Randy Groening, RMT

2212 Queen St. E. (at Spruce Hill)

416-690-5185

• Essence • Dolores Wootton, R.M.T. Book online at essencetherapy.com 2401Queen St. E., Unit 38 (entrance on Willow, S of Queen)

416-694-4090

www.studiotangentarchitects.com info@studiotangentarchitects.com

416.420.4544 PLEASE NOTE: The advertiser is responsible for checking the accuracy of the advertisement after the first insertion. Beach Metro News is not liable for errors and non-insertions in subsequent issues. Beach Metro News accepts advertising in good faith and does not endorse any advertisers or advertisements.

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Commercial Space for Rent

CLASSIFIEDS

Ads are available in two sizes:

OFFICE SPACE

Block ad

Word ad

11.50

$

(1.5” wide by 1” deep)

17.50

(includes HST) For 20 words or less 35¢ each extra word

Ads must be paid for at time of placement classifieds@beachmetro.com * 416-698-1164 x 22 2196 Gerrard St. E., Toronto, ON, M4E 2C7 * include self-addressed envelope for receipt * classified ads also appear on our website at beachmetro.com The advertiser is responsible for checking the accuracy of the advertisement after the first insertion. Beach Metro News is not liable for errors and non-insertions in subsequent issues. Beach Metro News accepts advertising in good faith and does not endorse any advertisers or advertisements.

Deadline for October 6th issue is September 28th

Announcement

An Integrated Approach

September through December at Leslieville Sanctuary, 2nd Floor 1192 Queen St. E. betw. Jones & Curzon

Up Down In Out It’s In The Fit!

• Expert Alterations/Repairs • Refresh old Favourites • Re-line Coats, Jackets • Roman Blinds, Small Draperies, Cushions, etc.

YOUR FABRIC DREAM BROUGHT TO LIFE!

Call Gail 416-686-6828

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GRAVES WANTED (2)

to buy in ST. JOHN’S NORWAY cemetery in vicinity of the old former Monument Building and adjacent to private properties on Kingston Road.

Preferably, the grave lot should be clean, no previous interment.

Please call Peter at 416-694-2494 (14)

Agem Intl Jewelry Boutique www.ageminternational.com 2239 Queen Street East 416 414 2041

In Network Marketing, timing is everything.

Join a well-founded pre-momentum company predicted to be a rare billion $$ M.L.M. (14)

Employment Opportunities

Also CHAIR FOR RENT.

or

416-698-1164 x24 admin@beachmetro.com

Photo/Art $20 per tape Makes a great Xmas present.

Call Eugene at 647-922-0686 eugene@homevideo2dvd.ca (19)

Social/Events R.C. Legion Br. 11 9 Dawes Rd 416-699-1353

We welcome everyone to weekly FREE Saturday night entertainment/dancing

Also RENTAL facilities available (r)

Personal Care Chalet Beauty Bar 1562 Queen St. E. (near Coxwell)

Perms for short hair - $28 Pensioner’s Special Wednesdays only 10:30 am to 3:30 pm (r)

WILKINSON

BARBER SHOP & HAIRSTYLING Men’s Haircuts $13 • Children & Senior $10 1048 Kingston Rd. (at Victoria Park Ave.)

Te l : 6 4 7- 3 4 9 - 4 0 1 5

Part time admin/reception (15-20 hrs/wk) Do you have a great attitude, love people and totally get social media?

Do you have fantastic oral and written communication skills?

(13.)

Our ROGERS stores are seeking individuals who are passionate about technology, energetic & highly motivated individuals.

We are a fast paced growing environment seeking individuals who can provide comprehensive mobile solutions to consumers.

Please forward resume to: resumes@lifestylewireless.com 1015 Lake Shore Blvd. E. or 1821 Queen St. E. (14)

TRENDSETTERS

Convert VIDEO to DVD

416-466-3766

(13)

BEYOND THE BEAT MUSIC SCHOOL AND PRODUCTION STUDIO

info@beyondthebeat.ca

Routes available throughout the Beach, Upper Beach, Danforth, Birchcliff STUDENTS EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS

(18)

BEST IN THE BEACH

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Magnificent

Beach Suites

Hairstyling & Skincare training with job placement Call Lisa @ 416-690-2454

(13.)

EXPERIENCED ROOFING CREW NEEDED FULL/PART-TIME Must have own truck & roofing tools Able to do torch down flat roofing as well as all aspects of shingle roofing Cash paid to the right crew Email: trc_inc@live.ca for info (14) Our FIDO store is seeking individuals who are passionate about technology, energetic & highly motivated individuals.

We are a fast paced growing environment seeking individuals who can provide comprehensive mobile solutions to consumers.

Please forward resume to: resumes@lifestylewireless.com (14) 1712A Queen St. E. Part time RECE & Assistants needed for Community Centre 55’s busy childcare centres. Possible hours: 7:00-9:00 & 2:30-5:30/6:00, Sept – June following the TDSB calendar of operation.

Supply work available through the day.

Must have vulnerable sector check no older than 4 months as of September 8th, Standard First Aid and be 18 yrs of age or older. Please submit resume & cover letter via email, fax or drop off at the centre. Attention Sarah at: sarah@ centre55.com or fax 416-691-8269.

Thank you for your application however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

(13)

www.beachmetro.com

Single items or complete estates Wanted: Old furniture, china, silverware, pictures, lamps, figurines, glass, curiosities, etc.

Fair market prices guaranteed!

Call Terence: 416 466 1404 (r)

EXPERIENCED ROOFING CREW NEEDED FULL/PART-TIME Must have own truck & roofing tools Able to do torch down flat roofing as well as all aspects of shingle roofing Cash paid to the right crew Email: trc_inc@live.ca for info (14)

Buying: National Geographic magazines, soft cover Readers Digest and Archie Comics. 647-428-4800.

If no answer, please leave message (15)

keeping, GST/PST, Payroll & Year End. Contact Daphne at 416-616-4593 or www.hudsonsbookkeeping.com

(13)

Household Services REG’S APPLIANCE 416-691-6893

•Fast friendly service for 30 years •CESA certified Repairs to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers

(r)

Call 416-648-4410

(r)

KLEEN WINDOWS

(r)

416-827-8095

g o o d o n p a per

LAWN CARE

1537 O’Connor Drive

Featuring Bachelors, 1 & 2 Bedroom renovated suites.

416-699-7110 Vlad

(r)

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beachlawncare@hotmail.com (16)

HENLEY GARDENS

HOME OFFICE: Computer repair

Gym, sauna, billiard/ library/music rooms, etc.

Utilities, near to beach, long-term rent.

416-HOME-126 (416-466-3126)

1 Spacious Large Bedroom Furnished Condo

bettyboop@translationpage.com

(13)

FOR RENT

Birchmount & Danforth Ave. 2 Bdrm Apt $1,100.00 For enquiries please call

416- 691-5081 or 416 654-5479

(13)

Upper Beaches

Furnished Bachelor Apt. Laundry, Parking & Backyard use First & last $550 +Hydro +20% water

(13)

Danforth/Vic Park (Close to subway)

1 Bdrm Main Fl. Apt.

w/sep entrance, utils, laundry & cable incl. $1,100/mo Sorry, no smoking, no parking References required. Imm. Poss.

416 686 1269

Google: VRBO 315042 Call: 416-888-1951

(13)

NEXT DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 28TH

KSTS Computer Support (VISA/MC)

(r)

?NEED HELP? PC/MAC SUPPORT

647.281.3084

needhelp_pc_mac@hotmail.com

(19)

TECHNICAL SUPPORT Home office & Small business Hardware and software support networking, servers, PC & Mac Proudly serving the Beach community

ORIOTECH SOLUTIONS INC. 416-450-9626 info@oriotech.com (14)

CALL GLEN Affordable Certified IT Serving the beach for over 10 yrs

www.computer-assist.ca 416-801-6921 (19r)

COMPUTER SERVICES Hardware & Software Support Network & Security setup PC/Mac Support, Web Site Design Cloud Services

416-438-6360 www.atlasnetwork.com

(17)

Financial Services

CONDO IN MEXICAN PARADISE Spend the holidays or escape winter!

Weekly and monthly rentals 2 bd, sleeps 4, modern kitchen, 3 pools, private beach club and sports club.

Casa Patricia 2 in Nuevo Vallarta at (13)

(15)

HOME ORGANIZING Need more space and less stress?

Space Logix Residential Organizing will help you sort through your stuff to rediscover your time, space and freedom in an organized home.

647-546-3555 spacelogixca@gmail.com

(15)

CERTIFIED

(r)

Experienced, eclectic Beach resident offering a variety of affordable, flexible and practical support services to entrepreneurs and small business.

QuickBooks training also available short or long term.

(14r)

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MR. FIX-IT PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS

10+ years experience Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting, and Handy Work.

Randall 416-450-0599 MRFIXIT@rogers.com

(13r)

CLEVER DISPOSAL RUBBISH REMOVAL

Specializing in: Residential Demolition, Rubbish Removal, Garage, Basement & Yard Cleanups Driveway Friendly Rental Bins Available (r)

• Junk and Rubbish Removal • Hazardous Waste Pick-up • Small and Big Moves • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country

(20/16)

MAN WITH PICK-UP TRUCK For light moves/deliveries, cleanups, etc. • FIREWOOD Efficient. Best rates. Call Max

CHIMNEY SWEEP

(15)

EXPRESS JUNK REMOVAL 24 HRS 16’ Cube Van & Pick up Truck Service Best Prices/Free Estimates

647-235-6690

(14)

BEACH WINDOW CLEANING & EAVESTROUGHS

416-691-8503

(15)

GALBRAITH CONSTRUCTION AND DISPOSAL LTD.

EXCAVATION: BOBCAT, MINI EXCAVATOR SERVICE DISPOSAL BINS: 6 YARDS - 40 YARDS FOR CLEAN FILL, GARBAGE & BLOCK WATERPROOFING

Experienced, over 35 years in business CALL 416-265-0200 (15)

• W.E.T.T.- Certified • Cleaning / Inspection • Stainless Steel Liners Code Compliance • Masonry Repair nighthawkchimney.ca 416-892-5263 (17)

B&W DISPOSAL

Home Decor

Call Bob 416-699-5306 cell 416-459-4137

Vienna Upholstery

EXPRESS

(w. of Midland)

(13)

For a free Estimate call

416-698-9000

(r)

BLIND AMBITION Custom Window Coverings Drapes, Blinds, Valances Also Duvet Covers, Shams, etc.

Ali @ 416-457-8660

(17)

Pet Services PAWS SIT STAY

For estimate call

647-899-9074

(r)

Walks Tailored To Your Dog’s Needs 5 Star Boarding w/pick-up/drop off Pet Visits/Sitting/Medications Exemplary Loving Caring Service Insured and References Available

Brendalee 416-804-5545 PAWSSITTER.COM

(5/16)

CAT CARE SERVICE (r)

General Services

WAYNE’S

RUBBISH REMOVAL - COMPLETE RECYCLING - DEMOLITION SPECIALISTS

416-264-1495 CELL 416-567-4019

Backyard Basement Garage cleanups Rubbish Removal Small Demolitions Free Estimates

Windows & Eavestrough Cleaning and Small Repair

2358 Kingston Rd.

& Soft Furnishings Slipons.ca Cynthia Lovat-Fraser 416-575-6113

BOOKKEEPING/OFFICE ADMIN/+MORE

Debra 416-693-6111

SALES, SERVICE & INSTALLATION Free estimates.

No service charges.

SLIP-ON SLIPCOVERS

416-694-6241

DELUXE PENTHOUSE

BUDGET APPLIANCE REPAIR

416-690-8673

Business & Personal Income Tax Computer Bookkeeping & Accounting HELLARRA SERVICES INC. 1232 Kingston Rd., Suite 5 Toronto, ON M1N 1P3

Out-of-Town

www.casapatricia.ca Pat at 416-694-6900

In-home/office, established professional, support service Serving Beach businesses since 1994 Service plans available

(13)

3-Bdrm Furnished By-the-Month!

Warden/Kingston Rd. • Avail Nov-June Fab 1200 sq ft suite overlooking lake Ont. has everything! 2 bthrms., hot tub, balcony, lg yard, utils, cable, WiFi, prkg, pets OK. $2,800 total. Deal!

- property clean ups - weekly/biweekly cut, trim, blow - starting at $15/week

Kevin 416-691-8503

Computer Services

416-265-7979

416-820-1527

BEACH

416-759-2219

SPECIALISTS Fast, Friendly, Reliable Service MOE licensed, Fully Insured WSIB certificates avail. upon request 4-40 yrd Roll-off container service 11 yd pick-up truck service Excavation & Bobcat Service

Call Hakan: 416 899-3980

416-706-7130 905-706-7130 www.kleenwindows.ca

Kevin Lundbohm, Manager

SCARBOROUGH DISPOSAL LTD. WASTE REMOVAL & EXCAVATION

“Always on Time and on Budget”

Repairs to all major appliances, vacuums, and microwaves.

Fast, friendly service.

Good rates.

THE PRINTING HOUSE

(r)

CALL MARY OR JOHN

416 690 0117 • 416 569 3236 (r)

416-624-3837

Office Services We m a k e yo u look

WE CLEAN OUT YOUR JUNK NOT YOUR WALLET

FULLY INSURED

JIM’S APPLIANCE SERVICE

Dazzling, completely renovated suites.

Kitchens with granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Modern washrooms, darkstained hardwood floors, beautiful window treatment. MUST BE SEEN!

650 Woodbine

HALF FAST PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

&

www.regsappliance.com

Cleaning specialists •Windows •Eavestroughs •Decks •Siding

416-267-2265

Member of Ontario College of Trades ID #13182882

(14r)

Hudson’s Bookkeeping Services: Book-

(3/16)

New professionally installed kitchens.

Brand new elevator. Quiet private park setting. Very close to beach, shopping, public transit, all amenities.

416-856-4774

rates. Antonella 416-464-2766

Books wanted: art, photography, literature, aviation, military, poetry, sports, music, Canadiana, etc. Inno Dubelaar Books, 53 Dixon Ave. 416-694-1329 or 416-878-4319 inno.dubelaar@gmail.com

485 Kingston Rd.

Call 416-690-8810

Volunteers Needed to deliver BEACH METRO NEWS

x8 www.hardingandking.com

Luxurious Beach Suites

Shotokan Karate

Volunteers

R.E. Services Inc. Brokerage We make owning real estate & being a Landlord painless, easy & profitable.

1 Bdrm $1,325

HAIRSTYLIST needed.

(13)

Apartment/ Home for Rent

1 Bedroom, newly reno’d suites from $1,399 incl. utils.

Diamond Jewelry Appraisals Custom Engagement, Wedding Rings Pearl & Diamonds Jewelry (13)

Starts Sept 22 Tues, 7-8 pm Community Centre 55 97 Main St. 416-908-5256 www.easternkarate.com

(r)

@ 191 Kenilworth

Business Opportunities

Call 647-244-1253

We buy! - We pay cash!

416-690-2880

Simply Accounting, “cloud computing”. A la carte services. Affordable

Ideal for medical professionals, lawyers or accountants

Call now 416-699-9714

Thurs morn 11 a.m. -12:15 p.m.

Nancy Molitz, Certified Instructor 416-763-9119 • 416-462-8796 (13.)

(13)

Wanted

Harding & King

Postures • Body Awareness • Relaxation

specialists, Strong on QuickBooks,

UPPER BEACHES OFFICE SPACE

LANDLORDS For Peace of Mind Call

HATHA YOGA

Personal • Small Business Corporate • Back Filing (14) Expert Bookkeeping, Small business

John 647-656-8171

paulmcarthur@rogers.blackberry.net www.mcarthurbusinesscentre.com (r)

(includes HST)

TAX ACCOUNTANT

416-691-7556

Large lot.

Coxwell/Beach area.

No agents. $988,000

Paul McArthur 416-821-3910

$

TIM O’MEARA

DETACHED HOUSE.

McArthur & Son Business Centre Air conditioning, boardroom, kitchen area, copier, etc.

Individual offices from $425/mth.

577-579 Kingston Rd. @ Main St.

Block this size

EXACT TAX SERVICES

Private House Sales

Veterinary Technician with 20 yrs experience provides excellent care - Home visits - Boarding in my home - Experienced in giving oral, I.V. and sub-Q medications - Nail trims, grooming matted fur - References

Call Candy at 416 691-3170

(13)

BEACH PUPPY LOVE - Providing loving care to beach pets since 2003 - Flexible scheduling - Dog walking, pet sitting, in home boarding - Bonded & Insured

www.beachpuppylove.com

(16)

416 389 9234

(13)

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Pet Minding

by Zak’s Mom Cat or dog visits or sitting Dog boarding 416 691-8222 pet_minding@yahoo.ca references

“A PrettyNEAT Service for a PrettyNEAT customer!”

(R)

Professional & Personalized Cleaning Services • Residential 20 yrs in the Beach Visit us at www.prettyneat.ca

647-992-6328

(19)

Cathy’s Cat-Sitting Service Serving the Beach, Leslieville & Riverdale communities Besides having lived with cats my entire life, I’m a trained cat enrichment volunteer with a local animal shelter

C 647 996 5478 H 416 778 5478

(14)

Beaches Dog Walking

(14)

416-876-2506

beachesdogwalking.com

(14)

ULTRA

TO SERVE AND RESPECT

BEST JOB & PRICE GUARANTEED

416-567-3205

(14)

All Welcome

Virginia 647 998 4864

Contact: Marion @ 647-406-4681 or: marionklein@hotmail.ca (15)

(14)

Retired Math Teacher will

Call Gary 647-829-5965

Dave 416 699-8853

tutor Gr. 9, 10, and 11.

(14)

We teach it all!

Scarboro Music Kingston Rd/Vic Park

416-699-8333

(r)

*Bonded*

PIANO TEACHER Susan Kohlhepp

(21/16) *Insured*

416-690-2289 sjkohlhepp@gmail.com

(r)

EUROPEAN CLEAN THE HOUSE AND APARTMENT CLEANING COMPANY

Same day service guarantee Open from Mon. to Fri. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

416-729-2077 cell

WWW.EUROPEANCLEAN.COM (18r)

RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING A family business since 1956

Window & Eaves Cleaning Gutter Filter Installation

416 421-5758

rileyswindowcleaning.com

(r)

BEACHES LAWN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

-Lawn Cutting Starting at $15 -Fall Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning Kevin Brown 416-414-5883

info@blpm.ca

(15)

EUROPEAN CLEANING LADIES

offer complete and thorough cleaning service for your house • office • condo Call Ilona 416-427-3815 (15)

BOOTHY’S

Cleaning and organizing superheroes Eco-friendly Local with references Kelly 647-889-4752 (17r)

EXPERIENCED CLEANING LADY Weekly • Bi-weekly • One time cleaning Reliable & efficient

Contact Irena

416-825-9705

Houses, Apartments, Offices

416 931 8222 (23)

VIOLIN LESSONS 15 yrs teaching experience Classical, Jazz, Fiddle, Rock, Improv Beginners welcome Piano and voice also available

Andrea de Boer A.R.C.T., B.M. Berklee College of Music

416-737-2654

(13)

VOICE LESSONS

Extra-ordinary & Exceptional Weekly and biweekly $15/hr Call Sherry at

416-405-8301

(16)

All Day Cleaning Special for first-time clients.

For your home/condo/office.

Reliable, trustworthy, efficient cleaning service.

For more info, call Beata at 416.233.6462

info@blpm.ca

Now’s the Time!

Sing everything from “Come Rain or Come Shine” to pop, to Celtic, to “Light of a Clear Blue Mornin”.

Wednesdays at 6:30

Ear, great! Read, great!

We adjourn to the pub for conversation with friendly people,

416-698-1923

www.lerouxfroebel.com

(r)

BALMY BEACH COMMUNITY DAY CARE We provide a positive, encouraging environment for children 2 1/2 yrs to 12 yrs in a licensed, non-profit, parent-board day care.

Info. or to register

Marlene 416-698-5668

Specialist in low maintenance, eco friendly & native gardens consultation - cleanups pruning - planting - containers maintenance - readied for sale Allison 416-693-7214 naturescapeconsult@yahoo.ca (17)

Victoria Gardening Hedge Trimming Clean Up Mulch, Sod, etc.

Tree & Shrub: shaping, thinning, pruning, planting Deadwood or Complete Removal Storm Damage, Dangerous Limbs

416-434-3209 cdntreecare@hotmail.com

Call 416-698-0750

daycareconnection.net

416-288-1499

(r)

EAST TORONTO VILLAGE

CHILDREN’S CENTRE A licensed non-profit child care ser ving the Upper Beach for 28 years. w w w. E a s t To ro n to V i l l a g e . c o m THE BEST THERE IS! See our ad on page 15

(r)

FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Ted Reeve Arena

416-690-0102

(14)

BEYOND THE BEAT MUSIC SCHOOL AND PRODUCTION STUDIO Best music school ever now accepting new students on all instruments, limited space available.

(13)

Tutoring HELP WITH MATH & ENGLISH call ALBERTO 416 690 9389 for • new term catch-up • • in-depth homework/test help • • essay-writing + study skills • • numeracy + literacy support • INDIV/GRP TUITION IN YOUR HOME QUALIFIED + EXPERIENCED TEACHER, K-12 PROVEN SUCCESS - REFS AVAILABLE (13)

Proven success with thousands of Beach area students for 12 years

1226 Kingston Road 416-690-6116 www.thestudystudio.com Specialized programs for grades 3-12 and beyond in all subjects.

Jennifer Wilson B.Ed. (19) Kim Rauch B.Ed.

Head Start Tutors

One on One Tutoring Grades 3-12 Conveniently located in the Vic Park South Rehab Clinic/Henley Gardens

416-272-9589

headstarttutors@rogers.com

Neil Bennett B.Ed./OCT Sally Vickers B.Ed./OCT

Serving the Beach for over 15 years (13)

(r)

Peek-A-Bears Childcare We have a beautiful space located just east of Gerrard and Woodbine.

Excellent programming and organic lunches are served!

Servicing children from toddler to 5 yrs.

For more information please call (2/16)

Home Daycare Loving, caring, reliable, close to Library, Parks - Drop-in centre, Beach Rec Centre, daily outings, reading, crafts.

Over 20 years experience.

Excellent references.

416-693-5272 (13.)

NANNY AVAILABLE

Full or Part-time hours Tons of experience with excellent references, both personal and professional.

Call 416 712-6583

Email: luannfrance@hotmail.com (13)

Before - After School Care from Balmy Beach School in my home. 20 years experience, great references, receipts.

Adrianne 647-289-7776

(15)

An experienced Filipina Nanny is seeking a full-time, live-out position for September 1st. Excellent references.

Call 647-864-0741

(13)

Garden & Tree BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE -Fall Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning -Lawn Cutting - Hedge Trimming

www.greenapple.ca

STONEHENGE LANDSCAPE • DESIGN & BUILD

416-467-6059 www.stonehengedesignbuild.com (r)

KIM PRICE Landscape Design

416-993-5143 Creating Award Winning Gardens • Design and Construction •

www.kimpricelandscapedesign.com (19)

GREENSTONE LANDSCAPES

Serving the Beach For 20 Years!

• Specializing in Interlock, Retaining Walls • All Natural Stone Work, Decks, Fences • Sodding, Planting,Water Features, Lighting, Etc.

416-699-8575

(19)

BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca

• Weekly & Bi-Weekly Lawn Cutting • Spring Clean-ups • Flower Bed Maintenance • Fertilization & Aeration • Hedge Trimming & Pruning • Seeding & Sodding

(17)

Written In Stone Landscapes

416-690-3890

(r)

PROWAY

PAINTING & DECORATING

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FRANZ’S PAINTING

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STEVE’S PAINTING & REPAIRS

* Design + Installation * Planting + Pruning * Garden maintenance/Fall clean-ups * Complete Garden Makeovers

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• Interior, exterior • Drywall, new and old • Free estimates • Senior discount We see what the others miss Quality work at a fair price (14)

Plumbers MIKE PARKER PLUMBING

Plumbing • Heating • Drains Renovation, Repair & Installation

690-8533 Lic. #P-15099

(r)

BEACH PLUMBING Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations

416 691-3555

50 years in the Beach

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ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING

LTD

Professional Quality Service Repairs-Renovations-Installations

Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537 (16)

*** Free Estimates ***

(21/16)

RYLAN HARVEY

PAINTING - Free Estimates

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MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik

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Shasta Garden Design

Fair, competitive prices, excellent references, professional results, satisfaction guaranteed.

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647-890-0381

sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca

Dianne 416 699 5070

647-545-9561

DAVID ANDREW PAINTING

Always Painting & Drywall

Family owned & operated 26 years in business

dave@writteninstonelandscapes.com

Family Owned 10% Discount for Seniors Residential - Commercial Free Estimates (13.)

A local Beach Company

‘As Promised’ Painting

Free Consultations

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Larry’s Painting & Repairs

We stand by our contracts, big or small.

Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more

416-694-2470

647-859-3698

(17r)

Painters

Design and Build, Interlocking and Natural Stone Repairs

HARM’S PAINTING

& HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MEN* *MOVE * Single Items too! *

Cell# 647-853-6420

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HILLSIDE PAINTING

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Have it done right, the first time.

References, free estimates.

Beach Resident

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LANDSCAPING

SEAN AT 416-985-8639

PAINTING

Watch our videos at

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NO MESS, NO FUSS, JUST SUPERIOR WORKMANSHIP, Fully Insured Member BBB • Beach Resident

BEACH HILL

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Licensed & Insured

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(22/16)

416-999-MOVE (6683)

Call Franz 416-690-8722

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The Passionate Painter

newbrightpainting@gmail.com

- will do small moving jobs - local or long distance - removal & pick up of various items

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Professional Work Guaranteed.

Drywall Repairs. Competitive Rates.

Beach Resident.

IDEAL 416-439-6639

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Free Estimates & References Available

IN THE BEACH LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTS

647-210-LAWN (5296)

All Season Movers

416.797.6731 (15)

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NEW BRIGHT PAINTING

416-690-1356

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CARTAGE & STORAGE (r)

Call John (416) 698-2302 or (416) 670-2639

Local. Taking care of your possessions.

STUDIO 1

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FUSSY! Painter

REASONABLE RATES

www.BestWayToMove.com (17r)

416-522-7288

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(r)

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Specializing in residential painting.

Minor drywall/plaster repairs.

416-997-8908

Accurate work & reasonable rates

Green Apple Landscaping

HARRY

• Small and Big Moves • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country • Junk and Rubbish Removal

WE MOVE FOR LESS!

Award Winning Design & Build

647 401 7970

Colouring the Beach Since 1996!, Interior & Exterior.

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“Always on Time and on Budget”

Call Andre 416-422-4864

Green Apple Landscaping

Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs

The

Movers

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www.greenapple.ca (r)

www.scotstonecontracting.com Call Scott 416.858.2452 (17)

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PROFESSIONAL PAINTER

www.thegoodmoves.com Call Hakan: 416 899-3980 (20/16)

25 years Experience High Quality • On Schedule One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Living Spaces

Nurturing, supportive care, flexible hours.

Early Childhood Education Specialists to answer your questions.

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CARE-ADVICE-COACHING

647 766 7875 John

Scotstone

Traditional stone walls, steps, interlocking paths, patios & decks.

Landscaping solutions to customize your space.

416-414-5883

184 MAIN ST. across from

Specialized programs in all subject areas

(14)

-Lawn Cutting -Fall Property Clean Ups -Fall Leaf Removal - Winter Salting Services

Landscapers

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•18 months to 12 years •Preschool daycare & after school program 72 Main St.

B I R T H TO S I X Y E A R S

Does your child want singing lessons? Do you?

Sign up now for fall 2015!

Woodbine & Kingston Rd. Contact Hayley Preziosi:

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Bilingual School

FOR ADULTS WITH CHILDREN

THE STUDY STUDIO

Cleaning Lady

cleancomfortservices.com

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(13r)

DEANNA CLEANS

d.cleans@yahoo.ca

416-699-3772

LeRoux Froebel

• SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1976 •

APPRAISALS

BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

CANADIAN TREE CARE

DAY CARE CONNECTION LICENSED, NON-PROFIT HOME CHILD CARE

PIANO TUNING REPAIRS AND

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Child Care Available

Music

HEALTHY HOME

Call 416-783-3434

Who says Math can’t be fun?

EAVES CLEANING

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

• Bio-degradable, non-allergenic products used • Drying time 3-4 hours • Bonded, insured, certified Free At Home Estimates!

(14)

OCT certified teacher, over 20 years experience, highly qualified (former dept head in a Senior highschool for Fr. Imm.)

Bach to ROCK

CARPET, UPHOLSTERY RUG CLEANING

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TUTORING

35 years exp. seeking permanent clients

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Hire a tutor with in-depth knowledge, practical experience & a real passion for math.

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RELIABLE CLEANING LADY

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ONE-ON-ONE WALKS

MATH SPECIALIST

• In-home tutoring in HS math/physics • Focussing on long-term success • Experience in all grades/core courses

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- Interior/Exterior Painting, Staining, Metallic Surfaces - Fully Trained/Insured - 3 Year Written Guarantee - Committed to the Beaches 416-888-1647 Ref Available Check us out on HomeStars!

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www.ontariowaterplumbing.com

(r)

NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING

20% Discount off any competitor’s written quotation. Discount for seniors and single parent.

Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 (8/16)

TOM DAY

Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work.

Smallest leak - complete bath reno.

Internal & external drain excavating.

Call the professionals 416-480-0622 24 hr. - lic# P1624

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Cascade Plumbing GTA All Plumbing, camera inspection, power washing, snake drain cleaning, sump pumps, drainage systems, and back water valve installations. Great affordable rates.

Fully licensed.

Contact us at 416 602 2128

(17r)

ATLANTIS PLUMBING &

DRAINS Dishwasher & Gas Repairs

Heating, Boilers & Radiator Repairs Reno, Repairs - LICENSED

416-265-4558 Cell 416-727-1595

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MASTER PLUMBER

PLUMBER CONTRACTOR Fully licensed & insured.

Lic #T94

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

MBX ELECTRIC LTD. Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314

Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations Call Marc 416-910-1235

(13r)

NEED A PLUMBER Toilets • Faucets Leaks • Drains Very affordable All work guaranteed 416-558-8453

ROBINSON CARPENTRY For quality craftsmanship

Over Twenty-five Years in the Beach

with attention to detail

Lic. & Ins.

Total renovations, basements, trim, doors, porches, wall units, closets.

Electrical, plumbing, paint, drywall.

PLUMBING SERVICES

No job too small 15 years in the Beaches 416 833 6692 martin@mapm.ca (23/16)

Local 24hr Plumber Honest Independent Affordable Call Rickey Rooter 416-999-3594

(r)

Built-in-Cabinets •home entertainment centres •home offices •bookcases, fireplace surrounds •utilize your space with built-in storage units

REX NORMAN CARPENTRY

Call Rex 416-889-1963 rexn@rogers.com

G. LOCKE

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Kitchens • Built-Ins Shelving • Wall Units

Master Plumber P1736

The Horan Company

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(14)

ESA LIC# 7002668

CEJA ELECTRIC Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades *Ask For Photo I.D.*

CARL 647-787-5818

(r)

CLAYTON ELECTRIC Proud To Have Served Our Community For Over 50 Years Specializing in Service Upgrades and Knob & Tube Wiring FREE ESTIMATES 15% less best price guaranteed Work done by Andrew Clayton

416-690-1630

(r)

MURPHY ECRA/ESA#7004508

(23/16)

Electric Lic: 7006786

COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SERVICES RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL

416-833-3006

Big or small we do them all (19)

Electrical

COMPANY

PANEL & SERVICE UPGRADE TROUBLESHOOTING & WIRING ANY KIND OF SMALL OR BIG JOB. REASONABLE PRICE

Call: 416.939.7833 Lic# 7009221

FINE INTERIOR - EXTERIOR CARPENTRY • PLUMBING GENERAL REPAIRS DECKS + FENCES

MARIO 416-690-1315

(13)

•home entertainment centres •home offices •bookcases, fireplace surrounds •utilize your space with built-in storage units

(13)

•Shingle Roofs •Flat Roofs •Siding •Roof Repairs •Eavestroughing Insured • Met. Lic. B15515 For a Free Estimate ask for Lawrence (13r)

LANIGAN’S CONTRACTING CO.

-Flat Roofs-Shingles-Eavestrough Toronto Fire/Police References An Honest Family Service (r)

- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work

Don’t call them, call those roofers ALL TYPES OF ROOFS

Trades • CARPENTRY / TRIM • DRYWALL PATCHING • SMALL JOB SPECIALIST “Serving the Beach Since 1980”

Cable & Telephone Wiring Telephone Systems Residential, Commercial, Retail, Home Offices Senior Rates Alan Burke 416-699-4350

(r)

STONEHENGE 416-467-6735

www.stonehengefoundations.com (r)

Call C.J. 647 222 5338

www.basementlowering.com 416-494-3999

Underpinning Specialists (r)

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Fully insured, municipal license & WSIB reg’d Free Quotations • Excellent references (16)

*60+ years Experience* Flooring, Tile, Carpentry & all types of small & large renos Call Rob & Steve at:

TRADEPRO GENERAL CONTRACTORS INC ADDITIONS KITCHEN & BATHROOMS

TILE

www.tradeprocontractors.com

416-752-1585

(r)

TOTAL RENOVATIONS INC. Architectural Design-Build

416-694-2488

647-967-7366

(13.)

GUY

mariotileguy.com (r) HEY HANDYMAN 15 yrs exp No job too small!

Free Quotes, satisfaction guaranteed - Lic & Ins

(r)

CONCRETE WORK L B 416-917-5990

PARGING SPECIALISTS Call for free quotes 647 771 4585 (13)

Sanding, Staining, Refinishing, Repairs & Installations.

Quality workmanship for excellent rates.

416-375-5191

•NO JOB TOO SMALL• Metro Lic. #B9948

ED GODFREY

(r)

BEACH RENOVATIONS CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, PAINT PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, TILE Licensed & Insured 30 YRS LOCAL EXPERIENCE ON TIME/BUDGET www.beachrenovations.com

(r)

WET BASEMENT ?

Foundation Repair/Waterproofing

Give your floors a new beginning!!!

(14) Free Estimates

WET BASEMENT EXPERTS

416-659-7003

(r)

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(r)

Drawings, Permits & engineer all provided

WEBSTER FOUNDATION REPAIR 647-235-6690 Lic & Ins (14)

BILD member & Reno Mark contractor Fully licensed and insured (WSIB)

416-625-2851

(15)

porcelain. marble . limestone . glass . ceramics All work guaranteed.

25 years experience Free estimates

416-558-8453

(17)

TILE INSTALLER

FAST Quality work!

- Waterproofing -Infloor Heating -Marble -Ceramic -Porcelain

Call Atilla 647-706-6679

Email: uyemis@gmail.com

(14)

HANDYMAN

WITH LONG TRAILER - building materials delivered (up to 32’) - Junk removal & demolition - Affordable home repair - Landscaping, tree & shrub removal Rupert 647.962.2434 (13)

NINE YARDS

Fences • Decks • Interlocking Sodding • Planting • Demolition •

647 960 3993

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JD MASONRY

(19)

JASON THE MASON

We can handle all your renovation needs. Additions, Basements, Painting, Plumbing, Flooring, Electrical, Etc.

416 - 903 4120

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QUALITY HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS

416 660 4721

“Red Seal certified”

•Brick •Fireplace •Block •Chimney •Stone •Interlock •Concrete •Waterproofing •Restoration •Walkout basements Licensed and Insured

UNDERPINNING

by Jim Ferrio ODD JOBS PLUS “Seniors never pay tax” Call Jim for a free estimate

www.webuildit.ca

Frank & Sons Masonry Ltd.

Basement lowering, walkouts, concrete work

Underpinning Foundation Repair Drains, New/Repair

Licensed masonry contractor

Call Scott 416.858.2452

(r)

iPlaster

Hardwood Flooring

www.scotstonecontracting.com scotstonecontracting@gmail.com

Call Chris

asement

Benching-Underpinning Waterproofing Inside/Outside New Drains

FLOORING SPECIALIZING IN SANDING & STAINING (11/16)

Repairing & matching existing brick, Tuckpointing or new builds. Natural stone. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Foundations

Creative Construction

(13r)

SILVERBIRCH

JIM 647 405 8457 416 691 8457

Scotstone

Quality Stone Masonry & Brickwork

TUCKPOINTING • CHIMNEYS CONCRETE WORK WINDOW CUTOUTS • WATERPROOFING & REGISTERED & INSURED 416-580-4126 cell (1/16)

SERVICES

owering

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www.jdbuild.ca 416-738-2119

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MANUEL 416-727-1900

• Brick & Stone Work • Concrete Restoration • Fireplace & Chimney • Tuckpointing & Parging

Painting, tiling, fencing, drywall, flooring, siding, vanities & much more. (r)

All about wooden floors Serving Toronto since 1981

7 a.m. to Midnight

Garth 647-248-4952 or

CHIMNEYS - REPAIRS OR NEW BRICK, BLOCK, STONE WORK TUCKPOINTING, COLOUR MATCHING CONCRETE WORK - REPAIRS OR NEW BASEMENT WALKOUTS 416-463-9331 (r)

42 Years Established in the GTA / Beach

MR. HARDWOOD FLOORS

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Bathrooms • Kitchens • Basements Flooring • Tile and Mosaic

TrustworthyRenovations.com

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Contact Declan 905-244-2825 declanconnaughton@hotmail.com

• Waterproofed showers & saunas • Tile leveling system (floors & walls) • Counters, islands & vanities • All work done custom on-site!

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Custom Woodburning Fireplaces Stonework • Brickwork Veneer stone

TILE + STONE

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& AIR CONDITIONING • Furnace cleaning & inspection • Service, maintenance, repair • New equipment installation • Oil to gas conversions • Licensed & Insured

P.N.L. MASONRY LTD.

CJ DRYWALL & PAINTING

DESIGN-BUILD-RESTORE Basement Lowering Quality Work by experienced home renovator

HARDWOOD

Complete Kitchen, bathroom & basement. Interior/Exterior Painting & Carpentry. Doors, Windows, Siding, Fences, Decks, Patios

416-691-8241

(22/16)

(r)

SERVICES “No Job Too Small”

416-264-8517

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Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean.

No job too small.

Drywall, Plastering, Taping 15 yrs Experience • Excellent Job Call Mike 416-854-7024 647 833 7024 (5/16) Fax 647-341-6104

HANDYMAN

Serving Your Community Since 1971

(19r)

Stucco • Moulding Wall Systems

Metro lic #B531 • All Work Guaranteed • Free Estimates

(r)

Call today for free estimate

YOUR STUCCO

GNOMEWORKS

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Competitive prices • Satisfaction guaranteed

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FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.

Doug 416-871-1734 Jeff 647-686-8103 Lic - Insured • Free Estimate

Please call 416 575 2821

Always free estimates - senior discounts (17)

GODFREY RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS LTD.

Fully licensed & insured.

ECRA/ESA #7008706

(13r)

EAVESTROUGH

- Cleaning - Regrouting - Repairing - Roof Repair Top to Bottom THE HANDY BOYS We really do clean them.

Marc 416-617-7205

THOSE ROOFERS

George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872

(13.)

•PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE REPAIR •MINOR REPAIRS

MASTER ELECTRICIAN ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

647-859-3698

•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL

Queen St. Roofing

Tel. 416-569-2181

Commercial & Residential Flat Roof Specialists Flat Roofs Shingles Roof Repairs Free Estimates All Work Guarantee

Mark Denington

Roofers

416-698-2613

(15)

416 858 0253

PLS Masonry offers over 20 years home repairs experience in the GTA

www.handydan.ws Dan 416-699-2728

(15)

CHIMNEY REPAIRS • TUCKPOINTING BRICKWORK • PARGING CONCRETE • INTERLOCKING

MASONRY

Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984

416-691-8693

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Knob & tube • No job too small

POWER

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Bill Watson 647-283-0095

ELECTRIC

VISA / MC / AMERICAN EXPRESS

Additions, Second storeys, Drawings, permits & Architect provided BILD member & Reno Mark contractor 26 yrs experience, Licenced

Built-in-Cabinets

Metro Lic. # E-594 / ACP # M-R1507

ACE

(6/16)

(r)

“Reclaim Your Basement”

HILLSIDE ROOFING

CUSTOM CARPENTRY

free estimates

(17)

Steve 416-285-0440

For all your Interior Finish and Carpentry needs.

Renovations from the basement to the attic.

Local and On-time.

416-625-2851

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416-466-9025

Met. Lic. B-16-964

HOUSE FRAMING/CARPENTRY

DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183

Cell 416-529-5426

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Professional Carpentry

416-823-7314

Shingle & Flat Specializing in Flat Roofs All Work Guaranteed

CANADIAN CONTRACTORS

Call Vince Shop 416-285-9895 Cell 416-399-2342 www.galaxywood.ca

Fault Finding Knob & Tube Rewiring Service upgrades Insurance certificates

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35 yrs. experience

CUSTOM WOODWORKING

Plumbing, Heating, Drains Video Camera Inspections Renovations. Design & Build Backwater Valve Snaking. Gas

LOCAL ELECTRICIAN

416-910-8033

Gord Walker 416-694-2119

FOUNDATION REPAIR WATERPROOFING

BERGERON ROOFING

GALAXY

Electricians

Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed Gus:

Accomplished Finish Carpenter 25 yrs exp

Glenn 416 837 9298

(19)

647-206-3376 Andrew, the Roofer

Call/Text:

ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION!

PORCHES, DECKS, FENCES

416-821-8438

ROOFING REPAIRS (16)

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Met. Lic. B-8357

416-699-0958

One stop shopping for all your Home Improvement needs Repairs to Renovations From Roof to Basement & everything in between • Lic & Insured

Drywall, Painting, Carpentry Masonry, Flooring Reliable - Quality work

“Oftentimes, a repair is all you really need”

Master of Carpentry specializing in interior & exterior finishing, decks, stairs, windows, doors, railings, book shelving, feature walls and much more. Putting quality first.

Coleman Contracting & Company

the handyman

(r)

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Flooring Installer

Repair - Reno - Restore

Free Estimates • Metro Lic. B17416

SMART HEATING

General repair • Painting, Electrical • Plumbing 10 yrs plus experience References Available handymanwoody@hotmail.com

Handy Dan

Flat Roofs & Shingles Aluminum Siding ~ Fascia & Soffit Eavestrough Cleaned & Replaced Tuck Pointing & Much More

416-694-7497 ~ 416-423-4245

INT/EXT TRIM & STAIRCASES

Bob Mitchell

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COXWELL ROOFING

Call Clyde Robinson 691-8241 www.robinsoncarpentry.com Licensed with 30 years experience

CABINETRY, BUILT-INS

(17)

416-694-7402

WOODY’S

TOTAL INTERIOR RENOVATIONS Specializing in: Kitchen Design • Bathrooms Carpentry • Drywall • Floorings Basement Apartments Decks & Fences Met. Lic. Gord Walker B-8357 416-694-2119 (r)

All Types: Ceramics • Natural Stones Vinyl • Cork Hardwoods • Laminates Floating and Plank

Flat Roofs and Shingles Aluminum Siding • Fascia Soffit Sky Lights • Eavestrough

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416-690-1430 • 416-266-8953 quotes@citywideroofing.ca www.citywideroofing.ca (19)

KEW BEACH ROOFING GENERAL CONTRACTING

Carpenters

Bill Watson 647-283-0095

MARTIN PETROV

416-690-0173

For all your roofing needs In the Beaches since 1974 FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

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• ON TIME / ON BUDGET •

George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872

Innerspace

CITY WIDE ROOFING

Call 416-698-1164 or email classifieds@beachmetro.com

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BEACH METRO NEWS

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In My Opinion, continued from Page 6

Our veterans struggle momentto-moment with the invisible psychiatric wounds of unconventional and terrifying wars. They bore witness to horrific suffering and unspeakable abuses that are beyond the ordinary citizens’ ability to comprehend.

Many veterans have reported feeling alone, dismissed and isolated. Some are suicidal and some claim to be homicidal. Some feel a continuous sense of shame and worthlessness. These veterans are some of the most vulnerable and suffering members of our Canadian Forces. They deserve to be remembered and to be given the respect and care of the Legion, not to be put aside and expected to wait for two years, without help, as the Legion and government conduct their work.

Ontario Command can choose to be part of the solution, or to be part of the problem. They have chosen to stop the funding of service dogs for veterans and to offer no interim veteran support. All they had to do was implement section 402s of their Poppy Policy Manual, using the restrictions established by the Dominion Executive Committee. I don’t think it is asking too much of the Legion to provide interim respite to those who have served this country and who are now turning to the Legion for their help. The brave individuals who wear the cloth of this great nation deserve our deepest respect and gratitude, and those who came before them, who sacrificed themselves on the altar of freedom for us

all, would expect no less.

The Legion doesn’t offer its members any opportunity for an appeal of their decision. There is no deputation process and no ombudsman available for dispute resolution.

Consequently I turn to you, dear readers. You are the magistrates of the Court of Public Opinion. What say you – shall we remember them?

Call Ontario Provincial Command and let them know at 905-841-7999.

I want to mention that servicebased organizations are supported by a devout membership. These members are often referred to as the ‘front line’ or ‘the boots on the ground.’ These are people who are unconditionally committed to the organizational cause, and who do the work, including the fundraising.

Branch 13 of the Royal Canadian Legion in Scarborough is a perfect example of a hard-working and focused legion branch and a leader on the issue of service dogs for veterans. They agree that the Legion should provide interim service dog funding support to our wounded veterans, within the parameters established by Dominion Command.

Consider making a donation to help fund their third service dog for a Canadian veteran. Your donation can be sent in care of Bob Murdoch, Branch 13 of the Royal Canadian Legion, 1577 Kingston Rd., Scarborough, ON, M1N 1S3. Or consider sending your Poppy Campaign donation direct to a service dog provider of your choice. My favourite is Courageous Companions (courageouscompanions.ca).

PHOTO: ANDREW HUDSON

Kew Williams Cottage historical plaque Ross Fair, a volunteer board member of Heritage Toronto, speaks to a crowd of over 100 people who gathered at Kew Williams Cottage on Sept. 12 for the unveiling of a historical plaque and a Beach walking tour led by librarian and local historian Barbara Myrvold.

Stuart Slessor, parks supervisor for the Eastern Beaches, called the 1902 building “an architectural beauty that has stood the test of time.” With a round verandah and bell-shaped roof, the stone cottage Williams built for he and his wife Bertha

Curran features grey limestone and brown Dundas shale that Williams’ lake captain brothers hauled up from the lake bottom at the Bay of Quinte and

by Port Credit.

A residence for Kew Gardens’ caretakers from about 1911 to 2002, the cottage is now used for occasional public events, and could be a more of a community venue after some necessary, and expensive, renovations.

“Long-term, it would be wonderful to have a community museum here,” said Myrvold.

Everyone has a story to tell, continued from Page 11 “It’s been great for the game,” he said. When he played with the 7’s in Las Vegas, the stands were red and white as well as red, white and blue.

“There were thousands of Canadian fans down there,” he said. “It was awesome.”

For now, most of Canada’s top rugby players have second lives off the field. After competing in the World Cup, Liam will be working to land his Chartered Financial Analyst credential at the same time he and the 7’s team try to secure a ticket to Rio. “He’s got his head in the right place,” said Doug,

who admires the way Liam has balanced two challenging careers.

And for all the opportunities that may flow as more Canadians are drawn into rugby, there is something special about seeing the Balmy Beach Club send another player to the pinnacle of the sport.

“The nice thing about rugby is that traditions get passed on,” said Doug, noting how former international players like Kyle Nichols have helped Liam get where he is today.

“It’s nice to see a local boy get up there again.”

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