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York Region Pride Parade organizers were shocked and disappointed when they were told the route would have to change. See what’s happening by visiting our online community calendar. www.yorkregion.com/events

Raining on York’s Pride Parade KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com York Region Pride Parade organizers remain in shock after being told the June 17 event

would be moved from its traditional Yonge Street route. The town welcomed the parade with "open arms" when it was first launched in 2013, said Jacob Gal, Pride Parade spokes-

person, but now Richmond Hill is suggesting the fifth annual event - the only one of its kind in the region - take place in a park adjacent to Elgin Barrow arena, just east of Yonge.

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Meeta Gandhi, communications director for the town, said the change was made due to traffic issues, costs to the town

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Health more than ’the broccoli on your plate’ LISA QUEEN lqueen@yrmg.com While York Region residents generally enjoy a high quality of life, a new report is shining a light on some troubling health concerns. "I see this as a wake-up call," Cathy Jaynes, director of healthy living with the region’s public health department, said. While residents can take personal responsibility for their health, the report, called Social Determinants of Health, said there are also bigger social and economic factors at play when it comes to people’s well being, Jaynes said. "This is about more than just the broccoli on your plate," she said. Overall, York residents enjoy a higher quality of life than the average Ontarian. For example, a York man can expect to live to the age of 83.8 while a York woman’s life expec-

tancy is 86.9 years, higher than the Ontario averages of 80.2 years and 82.1 years, respectively. However, residents who are most vulnerable to social determinants of health tend to experience worse health outcomes, Jaynes said. People with the lowest incomes experience the highest rates of smoking, the least amounts of physical activity and the lowest satisfaction with their health. Twenty-two per cent of York residents in the lowest third of income earners smoke. That compares with 18 per cent in the middle third and 15 per cent in the top income bracket. Only 40 per cent of low-income York residents over the age of 12 are physically active or moderately physically active. That jumps to 49 per cent of middle-income earners and 58 per cent of top earners. Only 50 per cent of low-income earners over the age of 12 rate

their health as good or excellent, compared to 62 per cent of middleincome earners and 73 per cent of top earners. Not surprisingly, low-income earners have a harder time affording healthy options such as safe housing and nutritious food and have a harder time participating in educational, cultural and recreational activities that affect their well being, Jaynes said. Last spring, the United Way of Toronto and York Region released a study showing more than 40 per cent of York residents surveyed live with some degree of unstable job prospects. Precarious employment stretches across all income levels but has more dire consequences for low and middle-income earners, study co-author Michelynn Lafleche said. Income isn’t the only societal factor affecting health. For example, age can also be a determinant, l See REPORT page 2

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Social determinants, such as income levels, have a significant impact on health, Cathy Jaynes, director of healthy living with York Region Public Health, says.

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’You are spoiling the natural beauty of the park’ SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com Robert Morris was one of the first residents to move into the Averton development in Mount Albert in 2004. "It was known as Beaverbrook then," he said. Morris purchased a lot that backed onto the woodlot that many consider to be part of Vivian Creek Park. At the time, Morris said there was no indication of any development plans for the forest. So imagine his surprise when two weeks ago he received a letter form Averton’s lawyers saying the property, with hundreds of trees behind his house, was being turned into a 64-

townhouse development. "It was a shock," Morris said. It was the first time he had heard about the forest being cut down for townhouses. Morris brought out the original site plan he received when he bought the house in 2002, and it shows the area behind his house designated for park and open space. He was one of several upset residents that showed up to council Feb. 7 to voice their displeasure about talks held behind closed doors between Averton and the town about the property. "This is directly adjacent to Vivian Creek Park," Morris said. "You are spoiling the natural beauty of the park."

"There was no public consultation," resident Jennifer Gleitman said. "The residents of Mount Albert should not be having to spend their time and energy investigating a situation which was deliberately withheld from the public until the last possible moment." Mayor Virginia Hackson said it was unfortunate how this matter has been held mostly behind closed doors. "We could have done a much better job, there is no question about it," she said. According to a town memo, the issue stemmed from the town’s Official Plan in 2010 which Averton appealed to the Ontario Mul See YOU page 8

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Mount Albert resident Robert Morris shows the original site plan he received when he bought his house. There was no mention of townhouses being built behind it, he says.

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CWC/COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS From February 7, 2017 Water/Wastewater Budget – The Town presented the proposed 2017 budget. The proposed budget includes an increase of $0.12 for the variable rate and $14/quarter for the fixed rate. 85% of this increase is a result of the increased cost of water from York Region. The presentation also highlighted the importance of water conservation and managing usage. For example, if a resident has a continuous leak the size of pen tip over three months it could result in 280 cubic metres of water wasted and cost approximately $1,479. Two of the biggest culprits of leaks in the house are toilets and water softeners. Visit www.waterfortomorrow.ca for tips on identifying and fixing leaks. For more details about the proposed budget visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/budget. Active & Safe Routes to Sharon School – The Town is working with the Region to improve safety for students walking to Sharon Public School. The project could potentially include parking restrictions on Leslie Street. Regional staff will be seeking public feedback as the process moves forward. Next CWC/Council Meetings Special Council - February 14 at 10 a.m. Committee of the Whole Council - February 22 at 1 p.m. Special Council - February 22 following CWC Council - February 22 at 7 p.m. The public is welcome to attend. Agendas for the February 14 meeting will be available at noon on February 9 www.eastgwillimbury.ca/agendas. For more information please contact the Clerk’s Office at flamanna@eastgwillimbury.ca.

PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING At the February 7th Council meeting, Council passed a number of recommendations relating to the 19267 Centre St. development in Mount Albert, including: 1. That staff request when the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) makes a decision regarding the current Official Plan and Zoning By-law appeals by Averton Homes, that the OMB withhold the final approval of the Zoning By-law until the associated Site Plan Application has been approved by Town Council 2. That staff provide information to any interested residents about the OMB process, including how they can participate 3. That the Town provide consent at the OMB for any resident that seeks participant or party status to participate in the Official Plan and Zoning By-law appeals by Averton Homes 4. That Council request that the OMB adjourn the meeting scheduled for March 16th 5. That documents relevant to the appeals, including in-camera reports, the traffic study, and natural heritage evaluation, be posted at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/projects for residents to review. (Note: The Town requires consent from Averton Homes to post the executed Minutes of Settlement) 6. That the Town schedule a meeting in the evening of February 22nd, as follows: Public Meeting A non-statutory public meeting will be held on February 22, 2017 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Residents will have the opportunity to speak in front of Council regarding this application and learn more about the application, its process thus far and next steps for dealing with the OMB appeals. For more information please contact Nick Pileggi at npileggi@eastgwillimbury.ca, or 905-478-4283 ext. 3828

PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRES Mount Albert Community Centre Park Redevelopment Feb 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Mount Albert Fire Station 2-6 Residents will have the opportunity to provide feedback on revised design concepts for the park. The new designs were updated based on public input and include a variety of features including a baseball diamond. For more details or to provide feedback please visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/MACCP Anchor Park Sports Field & Parking Lot Lighting Design February 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Golden Anchor Room at the Holland Landing Community Centre Residents are invited to provide feedback on the proposed design of the sports field and parking lot lighting in Anchor Park. For more information or to provide feedback visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/townnotices.

NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION The Town of East Gwillimbury has received and deemed the following development application complete: • Site Plan Application at 20415 Leslie Street to construct a medical centre. The application will be processed in accordance with the Planning Act. Additional information is available at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/planningapplications.

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SLOW INTERNET? READ THIS. We’re trying to speed up the internet in East Gwillimbury! We are asking EG residents with (and without!) internet service to help support a grant application to access federal grant money to build more high-speed internet infrastructure in East Gwillimbury. Residents are asked to provide their name, address, internet connection speed, and internet service provider through one of the following ways: • Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/internetspeed • Email aartinian@eastgwillimbury.ca • Call 905-478-4283 Ext. 3299 If you do not have access to internet services at your home or business, please leave us a message stating your name, address and that no internet service is available in your area. The deadline for submissions is February 12, 2017. Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/internetspeed for directions on how to complete a quick speed test and to let us know the results

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Town of East Gwillimbury Roads Operator/Labourer - Deadline February 14 Manager of Operations - Deadline February 16 Summer Camp Staff - Deadline February 23 Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/jobs for submission details. East Gwillimbury Public Library Collections Support Technician (full-time) - Deadline Feb 24 Visit www.egpl.ca for submission details.

COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS Mount Albert 5KM Run/Walk - Registration is now open for the June 3 race. To register visit www.mountalbertsportsday5k.ca. York-Simcoe Naturalists Speaker - February 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the River Drive Park Community Centre. This month’s talk is Winter Ecology of Blanding’s Turtles in a Restored Wetland Blood Donor Clinic - February 11 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Sports Complex. Southlake Cinemania - February 13 at 7 p.m. at the Silvercity in East Gwillimbury. The film will be Julieta. EG Gardeners Meeting - February 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Mount Albert Community Centre. The guest speaker will be Andee Pelan. EG Spirit of Success Business Excellence Awards Nominations are being accepted until February 22 at 4 p.m. Visit www.egcoc.org to nominate a local business. CHATS New Caregivers Education Series - Every Tuesday from February 21 to March 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 240 Edward St. in Aurora. For more information or to register call 905-713-3373 ext. 6226 or email cliorti@chats.on.ca. Seniors Task Force Weekly Walk and Social - Every Wednesday from 8 to 10 a.m. in the Canada Hall at the Sports Complex. This is a free drop-in program. For more events in East Gwillimbury visit the East Gwillimbury Express event calendar online at www.yorkregion.com/eastgwillimbury-on-events.

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for waste collection and other services, impact on local business and poor attendance (reported to be almost 500, including participants and spectators last year). "We did not say no to the parade," Gandhi said. "We said we will work with you to find alternate arrangements." That, says Gal, is not good enough. "This festival is extremely important to the LGBT community as visibility can sometimes be one of the major problems we face. York Region has always had problems in regard to people feeling uncomfortable about being open about their sexuality or gender expression where they live." With so many newcomers moving to the region from countries where LGBTQ is not accepted, homophobia remains a problem in York, he said. "We have too many people who hide in the closet here." A parade on Yonge helps bring visibility to diversity and encourage understanding, he said. While the town has always been supportive of the parade, recent changes to their Festival Event Strategy Plan "basically crippled our ability to move forward", he added. Gandhi said the town has adopted a standardized approach to festival events that requires applications to be submitted to a "cross-divisional team" that reviews events, then discusses possible strategies. The long-standing Heritage Fest on Yonge also came to an end recently. For more than 20 years, Yonge Street, between Major Mackenzie and Crosby, has been closed for one day in June for the Heritage Village Festival street fair. Changes to the town’s grant-funding structure and concerns about impact on Yonge traffic led the town to suggest organizers reconsider the location and consider holding the event in an arena, instead. The annual Santa Claus parade, traditionally held along Yonge in the centre of town, was also moved last year. Citing concerns about construction for the Viva Next rapidway, the town announced the event would be held in the Leslie Street area. Ghandi said it’s not known yet if parades will return to Yonge Street. "We don’t know the longterm plans at this point, but for the foreseeable future, Santa Claus parade will not be on Yonge. "Pride parade organizers are looking to other municipalities to see if they are willing to host their event in a more visible location, Gal said.

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with children and the elderly being more vulnerable, Jaynes said. As the region grows and demographics change, it is increasingly important to monitor and address health inequities, she said, adding the region has a number of initiatives to improve social determinants of health, including the Human Services Planning Board and the 10-year housing plan to strengthen housing stability systems. Focusing on root causes and long-term solutions is critical, United Way CEO Daniele Zanotti said. "We must monitor vulnerability, particularly those living on low incomes, and work to ensure individuals and families can meet their basic needs and have access to supports and opportunities to participate in a wide range of activities that contribute to health and a good life," he said.

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Trump, terrorism hurt mental, physical health 24-hour news cycle makes it tough to get away from what’s happening KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com It has been a brutal month for anyone who wasn’t living under a rock. Whether it’s your TV, social media newsfeed, talk around the office water cooler or weekend dinner parties, we have all been immersed in bad news lately and experts warn it is not good for us for our mental or physical health. Take in a steady diet of Trumpisms, mass shootings, conspiracy theories and Third World War worries, add a month of cold and cloudy days, and you may wish you could go crawl under a rock. But mental health experts say that is the worst thing we can do; there are healthier ways to cope when the world seems too much. "The actions that are occurring in the Trump regime have serious and significant psychological and psychiatric effects on the world at large," says Dr. Mark Berber, psychiatrist with Markham Stouffville Hospital. Dr. Berber says stress caused by the deluge of Trump-related news can lead to chronic worry and preoccupation with what is going on in the world. That can bring on physical ailments, a constant sense of being "on edge," problems sleeping, nausea and jitteriness. Some feel it more than others. Muslims may be more anxious, for example, and even more so if you’re from one of the targeted countries under the U.S. travel ban. But anyone whose heart breaks watching carnage at a mosque or families stranded at airports can find themselves filled with

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You may want to hide from the world’s bad news with an escapist flick like La La Land, but experts say there are other ways to cope with the stress we’re all under these days.

anxiety and anger. "As we see so many policies that don’t seem rational to us ... it creates a feeling of helplessness and hopelessness that can lead to depression," he says. Eventually, we can fall into believing nothing we do can help, and we stop fighting for change. "But we must not assume a stance of learned helplessness. We must maintain hope and speak out." Escaping into the cotton-candy movie world of La La Land can be the perfect antidote, he says, but real hope lies in action, in being inspired by protesters on TV or taking part in a march yourself. If you are a parent, be aware of how your stress is being felt by your children, says Dr. Galit Ishaik, psychologist with York Region

public school board. "Kids are very perceptive of emotions of adults around them. They can sense when something’s off. It doesn’t mean we should not display our negative emotions, but remember that we are modelling for kids how to respond." For younger children who are worried, it’s best to maintain routines and keep the information you share developmentally appropriate. With older kids, you can be as honest and accurate as possible and share your opinions, being open to discussion so they can feel comfortable coming to you. Whatever age, kids need to know that parents don’t have all the answers, but they are there for asking, she says.

feel more vulnerable than others. "Those in a more fragile state, who are prone to anxiety and depression, may be more shaken and reactive." The multicultural nature of the GTA - and York University in particular may have brought its own reassurance to students, she says. But she advises those who are anxious to seek professional counselling or comfort from the community. "Try not to spend too much time feeding on media . There’s a tendency to seek to confirm our internal state of arousal and fear. "Staying alone with your thoughts is the worst strategy. You can get caught in a cycle of rumination and fear." Instead, she says, un-

"You can say ’that’s a great question. I don’t know the answer but we can try to find out.’ " And sometimes, youthful optimism can carry unexpected strength. Professor Myriam Mongrain was surprised Tuesday by the reactions when she decided to broach the topic with her first-year psychology students, many of whom are Muslim. The two groups of 500 students - one-third Muslim - appeared relatively calm amid headlines of travel bans and the Quebec mosque shooting. The shooting hit especially close to home for Mongrain, who hails from Quebec. She wanted to reassure her students that Canada remains a warm and welcoming place, knowing that some would

plug or look for positive news. It’s out there. "There is a stronger force towards good than bad."

Author and mental health advocate Ann Douglas has come up with tips to avoid being crushed by the avalanche of really bad news:

• Recognize the difference

between being immersed in news, and being informed. Take breaks and look for good news to balance out the barrage of bad.

• Stick to routines; healthy food,

physical activity, time for fun and sleep.

• Even small action helps

counteract feelings of helplessness; write a letter, make a donation, join a meeting.

• Reach out, connect with other

caring citizens, talk with those who share your views as well as those who may be vulnerable or marginalized. "Build bridges, not walls"

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Greenbelt changes irk town staff The new boundary wasn’t the only problem staff had with the province during the Greenbelt review. According to the town report, the municipality has repeatedly requested that the province identify and protect the lands bounded by Highway 404 to the west, Woodbine Avenue to the east, Green Lane to the north and Davis Drive to the south, for employment uses. Town staff believe these lands are strategically located for employment uses given their proximity to existing and planned water/wastewater servicing infrastructure, as well as their location next to a 400-series highway. Despite the Greenbelt review, the province has yet to address this request from the town. While the land to the north of Green Lane is designated for employment,

SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com During the recent Greenbelt review, the province identified 13 areas with changes to the proposed boundary and one of the changes was in East Gwillimbury. The proposed changes affect 511 and 641 Queensville Sideroad on the southwest corner of the Queensville Sideroad and 2nd Concession intersection. Director of Planning Nick Pileggi said he was a little puzzled as to why the boundaries were changed at this location. Town staff said the land at the corner is more appropriately used as supporting the natural heritage system than as urban development.Town staff said they do not support the removal of the lands from the Greenbelt.

the land to the south carries Greenbelt designation. York Region is counting on the town to be a key growth centre in both population and employment. While the region is slated to increase its number of jobs by 32 per cent from 2011 to 2031, East Gwillimbury is aiming to increase its employment by 364 per cent. That’s an increase from 7,400 jobs to 34,000 in the span of 20 years. The province formally launched its public consultation on the proposed changes to the Greenbelt Plan area boundary on January 11, 2017. The public may provide their feedback directly by sending an email or letter, or by posting on the Ontario Environmental Registry. The province has asked that all comments be received by February 27.

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ter. Staff said, on average, the proposed increase would cost East Gwillimbury homeowners around $75 more a year. The town said 85 per cent of the increase comes from increase cost from the region. It’s hardly a surprise that water and wastewater rates are on the rise. The region has $110 in 2018, $120 in 2019, $131 in 2020 and $45 in 2021. East Gwillimbury gets its water from the region. The region argued the increases were needed to cover operating costs; meet expenses, including payments to Toronto and Peel and Durham regions for

water and wastewater services; maintain $5.3 billion worth of infrastructure now and in the future; and build up its infrastructure reserves. So, if you thought your water bill was going down any time soon, don’t hold your breath. While the average East Gwillimbury home will pay just under $1,200 in 2016, that will rise to just over $1,600 in 2021. East Gwillimbury has been wrestling the past few years to bring its fixed rate more in line with the provincial norm. The majority of the town’s costs are fixed and related to delivering water to residents, while

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Does this property look like it should have a heritage designation? SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com John and Debra Rush were in a pickle. They had a buyer for their home on 20463 Leslie St. in Queensville, but it was contingent on getting their house removed from the heritage list by Feb. 10. So it all came down to the Feb. 7 council meeting. Even with the time pressure stated by the owners, council ultimately voted 3-2, with councillors Marlene Johnston and James Young dissenting, not to remove the building from the heritage list until there is a chance to consult with the heritage advisory committee. "It’s a tough one. My antenna goes up because (the buyers) want to get it off the list," Mayor Virginia Hackson said. No one has indicated the house will be demolished, but that was what some of the council members were worried about if the property was removed from the list. The frustrating part for the Rushs is they thought they had dealt with the issue long ago. John said the

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East Gwillimbury residents John and Debra Rush are attempting to get their home, located at 20463 Leslie St., removed from the heritage list as it’s listed for sale. former development services general manager Carolyn Kellington had assured him the house was going to be removed from the list."She assured me on several occasions that our house was removed from the heritage list," he said.

Coun. Young said something fell through the cracks on this one and added the town should acknowledge its error and remove the house from the list. The Rushs put a lot of work into the home next to

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Important to come together in trying times Picking up a newspaper or tuning into a current events program can feel, to put it mildly, a little disheartening of late. Each day seems to bring with it a new outrage or a fresh calamity for us to confront. It was little more than one week ago, as many of us watched the chaos wrought by U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order arbitrarily banning entry for those from seven Muslim-majority nations, that news broke that six people had been killed at a Quebec City mosque. Unsurprisingly, some pro-Trump media outlets south of the border, and indeed the administration itself, attempted to latch onto this tragedy as a convenient justification for the ham-fisted and, quite possibly, unconstitutional security measures that had been enacted especially when it was learned one of the two people arrested was a Muslim named Mohamed Belkhadir. It fit the narrative spun by some to a T. The only problem was it was false. Belkhadir was a witness, not a suspect. The alleged shooter, who now faces several charges including six counts of first-degree murder, was identified as Alexandre Bissonnette, a white French-Canadian. The reaction on this side of the border, however, was different from the start. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau immediately condemned the attack and called it as an act of terrorism and leaders from both opposition parties also denounced the violence and offered their condolences and support to the victims. Rallies and candlelight vigils have been held across the country with several taking place here in York Region. As expressed by Mosaic interfaith co-chairperson Fran Isaacs at one such gathering, coming together is a form of empowerment in the face of fear and helplessness that allows us to show support for others and reaffirm that we don’t believe in hatred. "It sends a strong message that this is not what Canada is about," she said. That’s something to be proud of, but even in this country we must be ready to guard against the charlatans who would seek to peddle the currency of fear in an effort to divide us and attain power. When it comes to the issues we currently face, we must, to paraphrase John F. Kennedy, not seek out the liberal answer or the conservative answer, but the correct one. United we stand, divided we fall.

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A round-up of reaction online The story: Use of racial slur makes Georgina school trustee unfit for office: minister Yet the same people preach tolerance, understanding, and forgiveness. Oh and compassion. And for someone this old, maybe take it easy on them. I dunno Xhristian KP This keeps popping up on my FB...resign? she should be fired its a no brainer..Its a $600 a year job that you’re suppost be a representative of a commnunity not making racist comments. Marty Fowler

The story: Georgina trustee Nancy Elgie should resign over racial slur Absolutely. Resign. Removed would be best practice. Think about it? What should the board stand for. I thought they had a zero tolerance policy? Corrinne Tucker GO! The apology was forced and came too late. There is absolutely no way she can redeem herself from having used that vile slur. H.m. Miller She definitely should resign. Those are not words that anyone in politics claiming to have the people’s best interests, should be speaking. Accident, perhaps, but allows an insight as to personal beliefs Angela McDougall

The story: Southlake CEO Dr. Dave Williams to retire by end of 2017 He has done a great job. Big loss for our hospital but I wish him all the best in retirement. He has done incredible things during his career. Darryl Wolk

The story: Markham Mayor Scarpitti won’t completely rule out a run at federal politics What ever Frank Scarpitti wants to do , he will succeed . He’s one of the best top mayors in Canada. I support and will support all his endeavours. #Markham #Aurora Anthony Pullano

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Some additional electoral reform ideas Re: LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Many choices needed on electoral reform, Jan. 26. When I read the aforementioned letter in last Thursday’s Banner, I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. It seemed like a cleverly written satire. However, assuming the writer was sincere, I would like to offer him some recommendations as to additional ideas he might incorporate in his proposal to implement a voting policy based on ’weighted’ ballots. Since his theme is that those contributing more to Canada in the payment of taxes should have greater say at the ballot box, I’d like to suggest that the votes of property owners should carry more weight, owing to the fact that in addition to income tax, they pay property taxes. Actually, why stop there? Perhaps only property owners should be allowed to vote, as was the case several hundred years ago. I also think that the votes of the rich should count for more since, after all, they pay more tax (well, usually) than the rest of us. Finally, since women don’t earn as much as men, obviously their votes should count for less, since they don’t pay as much income tax. I’m sure other readers of this newspaper probably have other good ideas to put forward, and I would encourage them to do so. After all, we’ve let those "habitually not contributing, not working and living an entire life on social assistance due to their laziness" and "people who had a chance to make something of their lives but were just too self-centered (sic) and threw away their opportunities" benefit from the largesse of the rest of us too long! Colin Guenther Aurora

Raw milk claims uninformed, irresponsible Re: Raw milk legal elsewhere, why not here? Jan. 20. Mr. Ivanoff’s letter on raw milk seems a little uninformed and irresponsible. The idea that raw milk is legal everywhere else is patently not true. It’s heavily regulated in Europe and only legal for retail sale in a handful of U.S. states. It is not as simple as ’sanitary handling procedures,’ since even when those are in place outbreaks of disease have led

• LETTERS • l GET CONNECTED Have a comment on these or any other community issues? Email us at newsroom@yrmg.com to hospitalization. There are no major health benefits. Dairy farmers who drink raw milk are not healthier than the rest of the population. They can drink it because the time between production and consumption is very low and minimizes risks, but even then there are significant risks. People who chose raw milk thinking they would improve their health can instead find themselves sick in a hospital for several weeks fighting for their lives from infections. Pregnant women, children and the elderly are especially at risk. Pasteurization, vaccination and other ’rocket science’ have extended the average human lifespan from 48 years to 71 years in under a century. Medical professionals, scientists and government agencies are not evil caricatures helping prop up the dairy industry. These are all people who care deeply about your health and want you to live a long life. Those efforts to warn us against dangerous foods should not be met with such misplaced contempt. Steve Jessop

Train diversion proposal raises concerns Re: Too close for comfort, Jan. 26. "But the bottom line is trains loaded with dangerous goods still travel through the heart of the most densely populated communities in Canada," said Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie, who is fighting to divert freight traffic off the Milton GO Line and free up space for commuter rail. What Crombie fails to mention is that the Mississauga rail freight traffic that she wants diverted will go directly into the densely populated areas of Markham and Vaughan. In my area alone we have two elementary schools within a half a kilometre of the rail tracks. We have a condominium complex with 1,230 units sitting practically on top of our existing busy freight line. Our area is also one of those the provincial government has designated for ever greater density in the coming decade. This leaves Markham and Vaughan with the potential for more freight trains than we already have running through all of our neighbourhoods on a daily basis, including those carrying explosive, toxic and dangerous

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freight. It is objectionable that Mississauga proposes such action without any notice to York Region residents, without any consideration whatsoever for the effects that such action could have on our residents. This is not nimbyism. Markham and Vaughan have accepted their fair share of freight trains for many years. We have and continue to do our part. This is self-serving dumping by Crombie. Markham and Vaughan municipal politicians have expressed opposition to her proposal. Thus far, their objections have not gained the necessary attention required at the provincial and federal levels. It’s up to the residents from both sides of Yonge Street to contact their MPP and MP. Please sign the petition and contact your elected representatives. Google, Public Transparency 4 Freight Trains. Ricardo Mashregi

Shouldn’t have to pay for transit if not using it Re: Privileged class needs to stop whining, Jan. 6. So Mary McKinnon believes that anyone who owns a car is in the privileged class. If her definition of privileged class means someone who is fairly well off, then I would suggest that isn’t necessarily so. In her letter, she indicates that people should stop whining about paying road tolls for the roads they use. I would assume from this that her position is if you use it, then pay for it. OK - that’s fine. However, Mary McKinnon seems to be forgetting that, from all the information I’ve read about road tolls, the money collected is to be dedicated to improving public transit, which is the reason for the discussion on road tolls in the first place. In other words, they are looking for somewhere else as a source for funds. Well, I don’t use public transit, so why should I have to pay for something that I don’t use. I assume that this writer would agree with this - if you don’t use it then you shouldn’t have to pay for it. You can’t have it both ways. William Rogers

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A simple yet powerful report, prepared by Statistics Canada, set off a movement in Canada. That report told us that, for the first time since statistics like this had been kept, a child born in that year would have a shorter lifespan than their parents. It caused alarms and introspection. Imagine, our beloved health care system was failing us? Then, again for the first time ever, the World Health Organization reported that globally, six per cent of all deaths were attributed to physical inactivity making it the fourth largest risk factor for mortality worldwide. A number of forces, technological, socio-economic, educational, recreational, sport and healthcare related, have led us down this pathway. We can’t blame the lack of promotion because everyone knows that physical activity is healthy. Everyone knows the relationship sedentary living and poor diets have on negative health outcomes. You can’t pick up a newspaper, watch the news or go online without some similar messaging. No one can claim to be unaware. So what has 40 years of promotion given us? According to the research, it has given us a population who is more sedentary than ever before. An overweight population, with the highest incidence of obesity and type 2 diabetes ever recorded. A population with numerous orthopedic problems and record numbers of hip and knee replacements. The empirical evidence is available at Canadian Sport for Life, PARTICIPACTION or the recently released Canadian Index of Wellness. It is time for us to stop promoting healthy physical activity because promotion hasn’t changed behaviours. We need to enter an age of delivery. It is time to start delivering meaningful programs to help stimulate physical activity in everybody, everywhere. Activate Aurora has begun this rather long, but important delivery process with the help of the Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Aurora mayor’s task force on physical activity that includes leaders in public education, higher education, municipal recreation, sport, older adults, public health and health care. Over the next three years the implementation of programs that benefit all ages and stages of development will be fully underway. Local capacity will be built. People will become competent movers and both confidence and motivation will increase. Greater participation will follow, as will healthier lives. You don’t have to live in Aurora to participate. We encourage anyone to visit our website at www.activateaurora.com and "Join Us" so that you can get and keep informed. Most of all, let us help you find activity that works for you. It is time to act for your family and yourself.

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the town took too long to hold a public meeting. As a result, the town’s director of planning, Nick Pileggi, said the public planning process was in the OMB’s hands. The town settled with Averton in April 2016, allowing for a 20,000-squarefoot commercial/mixeduse building, with associated parking facilities, and residential townhouse units on the property. As part of the settlement, the town would receive $250,000 from the developer. Gleitman said she intends to fight the decision

at the OMB, but residents will face an uphill fight battling the town and the developer. She asked the town to rescind their agreement with Averton. The town will hold a public meeting about the issue at it next council meeting, Feb. 22.

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Put your pen to paper for the chance to win cash prizes. The Canadian Federation of University Women, in partnership with York Region Media Group, hosts the seventh annual short story contest. Residents and students in York Region and Bradford under 23 years of age are invited to write a story beginning with the sentence "It was time for a change". "The club brainstorms and develops an open theme to encourage students to go in all directions with it," CFUW spokesperson Carol Gordon said. "This is a wonderful opportunity for young writers to get some feedback."

Terry Fox inspired millions with the Marathon of Hope, his attempt to run from coast to coast across Canada in 1980. Diagnosed with Osteosarcoma — a form of cancer — in his leg, he had to have the leg amputated at a young age. He then committed to running the distance of a marathon each day in support of cancer research. His journey was cut short as he was forced to stop on Sept. 1, 1980. He died the following year.

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Last year, the contest attracted 150 submissions. "This year we are really encouraging more young men to participate," she added. "Last year, the ratio of girls to boys was about 4:1." The entry fee is $5, which goes toward cash prizes. Stories must be submitted by Feb. 13. For more information, visit cfuwauroranewmarket.com.

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AMANDA PERSICO apersico@yrmg.com Winter has been all gloom and grey - and little sunshine. In Toronto there was only about 50 hours of sunshine in January, compared to the seasonal average of about 85 hours. While there is no official measure for sunshine hours in York Region, there were a number of days when the sun didn’t shine. There were 17 days of precipitation - both rain and snow - in January, eight days with traces of precipitation, leaving six dry days, said Environment Canada senior climatologist David Phillips. "Since the middle of the month, people haven’t seen the sun for days," he said. "With all this gloom, people are wondering if climate change is the cause for these miserable days." The sun did shine at the beginning of January. "They were all stacked in the first 12 days," Phillips

Weather often affects people’s moods. Sunlight breaking through clouds can lift our spirits, while a dull, rainy day may make us feel a little gloomy. While noticeable, these shifts in mood generally do not affect our ability to cope with daily life. Some people, however, are vulnerable to a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern. For them, the shortening days of late autumn are the beginning of a type of clinical depression that can last until spring. This condition is called “Seasonal Affective Disorder,” or SAD. — Canadian Mental Health Association said. "If they had been more staggered throughout the month, it would not seem so debilitating." There was little reprieve at the end of the month when the sun finally came out - if only briefly. "People had to be reintroduced to that," Phillips said. "It was like a UFO coming out of the sky." January was all out of sorts with warmer temperatures than normal, abnormally warmer than December, three times the amount of rain than snow, a long and protracted January thaw, 12 days of above freezing temperatures, 10 "maple syrup" days with mild days and freezing nights and

nine unclear fog days. "People are missing the nippy, cold days with clear, blue skies," Phillips said. "At least with those cold days, there was sunshine." The lack of sunshine can affect your mood and behaviour. The January blues - seasonal affective disorder (SAD) - is similar to depression, but is more season specific, said Nyk Morrigan, of the Canadian Mental Health Association, York and South Simcoe regions. SAD can be linked to environmental issues, while depression is not tied to a specific time of year. "Winter is a cold season,

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l Thursday, February 16 PCCN - Newmarket Prostate Cancer Support Group February Meeting WHEN: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr., Newmarket CONTACT: Walt Klywak, 905-895-1975, wklywak1@gmail.com, www.newmarketprostatecancer.com COST: The February meeting will be a peer-to-peer discussion group. Bring your questions.Everyone is welcome.E-mail address: info@newmarketprostatecancer.com.

Southlake Cinemania WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Silvercity Newmarket, 18151 Yonge St., Newmarket CONTACT: Southlake Cinemania, http://www.southlakecinemania.com/ COST: $10 per film, or $77 for eight films Advance ticket purchase at the Holland Landing or Mount Albert libraries. Last-minute tickets are sold at 6:30 p.m.

l Thursday, February 23 Newmarket Chamber February Member Orientation WHEN: 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. WHERE: Newmarket Chamber of Commerce, 470 Davis Dr., Newmarket CONTACT: Tyler Nakeff, 905-898-5900, tyler@newmarketchamber.ca, http:// web.newmarketchamber.ca/events/FebruaryMember-Orientation-1187/ details COST: For new members, new staff of existing members, prospective members, and any member interested in hearing about the new programs and services.

l Tuesday, February 14 Newmarket Chamber of Commerce - February Breakfast Networking WHEN: 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. WHERE: Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmarket CONTACT: Tyler Nakeff, 905898-5900, tyler@newmarketchamber.ca, http:// web.newmarketchamber.ca/events/FebruaryBreakfast-Networking-1184/details COST: Members: $25 plus HST, general admission: $35 plus HST Breakfast Networking creates an interactive forum where everyone has an opportunity to participate.

York-Simcoe Naturalists general meeting WHEN: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: River Drive Park Community Centre, 20 Oak Avenue, East Gwillimbury CONTACT: ysn.naturalists@gmail.com, www.ysnaturalists.com COST: Meetings include guest speakers and light refreshments. Guests welcome.

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l Friday, February 10 A Joint Choir Concert WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Temple Kol Ami, 36 Atkinson Ave., Vaughan CONTACT: admin@kolami.ca COST: The evening will begin with a purely musical service, and will be followed by a concert and dessert. Joining us will be the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Choir.

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Three members of the Newmarket Stingrays won their categories to propel the club to a second place finish in overall standings at the Central Region B Championships Feb. 2 to 5 in Etobicoke. Tyler Greenwood won three gold medals, including the 100-metre backstroke and freestyle along with the 200 breaststroke to

For grit and determination a hockey coach could do worse than look down the bench and tap Jaidan Knight on the shoulder. The 14-year-old Keswick resident is isn’t letting health issues slow her down as a member of the Georgina Blaze bantam select team and her squad in the Georgina Minor Hockey Association house league. Knight has been diagnosed with intermediate uveitis, a progressive idiopathic auto-immune disease which has localized in her eyes. Her right eye is reduced to eight per cent vision and zero depth perception. The disease is now advanced into her left eye. Though undetected, doctors at Sick Kids believe there is an underlying cause and she may have been born with the condition which did not surface until about three years ago. Chemotherapy for more than a year achieved nothing. She is currently on a powerful drug, Remicade which has drastic side effects, including a 50 per cent risk of developing various forms of lymphoma in teens. "I would have liked for none of this to ever happen, but it did," said the ninth grade student at Keswick High School, who recently missed two weeks of hockey. "At random times I would lose complete vision in my right eye and get dizzy so I thought it was best to sit out." An MRI of her brain, spine and eyes failed to reveal clues. The immediate goal is to control the inflammation in her eyes.

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Top left: Juju Jarah and his sister, Lulu, hand out votives during the candlelight vigil at Newmarket’s Riverwalk Commons to honour the victims of the Jan. 29 mosque attack in Quebec City. Bottom left: Masood Alam, chairman of the Newmarket Islamic Centre, speaks during the vigil. Above: Rafah Abdallah holds her daughter, Dania.

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The arch on Davis Drive will serve as the backdrop for this year’s Run or Walk for Southlake. Marking the charitable run’s 15th anniversary, the event, presented by Nature’s Emporium is moving from Aurora to Newmarket with a 5-kilometre route that will pass under the iconic Southlake bridge. Southlake officials, past participants, supporters and local dignitaries gathered at Nature’s Emporium to launch the event and make a number of announcements including the new route. "This is a proud moment," Southlake chief nursing officer Annette Jones said. "Our staff and physicians will be able to see first-hand the community supporting our patients." Also new this year, will be a consolidated route rather than multiple routes in past events, the reintroduction of a registration fee with an early bird incentive, trophies and prizes for top fundraisers which will be presented on the day of the event for the first time, according to run co-chair Steve Hinder.

"We know 2017 will be a stellar year and the best yet," he added. "Imagine patients on the bridge watching the event that is supporting the services they need and what a difference it will make to us, the participants." One thing Newmarket and Aurora have in common are values, agreed Aurora Mayor Geoff Dawe and Newmarket Mayor Tony Van Bynen who will be competing against each other for the coveted mayor’s cup. "Southlake is the heart of our community and its level of commitment to provide first-class health care makes it easy to support the organization," Van Bynen added. The Run or Walk for Southlake is the largest community fundraiser held annually by Southlake Foundation, raising vital funds to purchase new and replacement equipment across the hospital. Current equipment needs include anesthesia machines, operating room lights, hospital beds and mattresses. The event began as the Bob Hartwell Challenge in 2002, a memorial event honouring a local 54-year-old businessman, civic leader and avid runner who contributed to the community.

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Pete Orr steps up for one more Team Canada baseball challenge out for a reason so it’s exciting getting ready rather than just working out." Orr said he was approached last summer about participating in the tournament, which will see Canada start in Miami in a group with the United States, Dominican Republic and Colombia. Closer to the end of the season, he said, Baseball Canada wanted a firm answer about its hole at second base. "I thought Brett Lawrie was going to play second base, but when he pulled out I thought, ’Why not?’ We have some up-and-coming guys, but I guess they are a little bit away from ready. I think they needed guys that are used to the situation." It is a one-time instance. There is no comeback in the offing, said Orr. To participate in the event, he will be granted an absence from his pro level scouting duties by the Milwaukee Brewers. "No, this is it," said Orr, who finished his career

JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com Pete Orr may be retired from professional baseball, but there may be a few swings left in his bat. Evidently, he still has a bit of Canadian maple syrup coursing through his veins, too. That combination has the 37-year-old Newmarket resident preparing for Team Canada’s camp ahead of the World Baseball Classic first-round competition to be held in March. Orr retired after the 2015 season to close out a 16-year pro career that included stops with the Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia Phillies and Washington Nationals. During that span, he represented Canada on several occasions, most notably at the 2004 Athens Olympics and in a gold medal run at the 2015 Toronto Pan American Games. "I’ve been training this off-season as if I’m getting ready to play," said Orr last week. "I missed working

playing two seasons for Brewers’ triple A affiliates in Nashville and Colorado Springs. "I’ve got a scouting job with the Brewers and they said I could do this. I get to come home (during the season) for a week or two here and there. There’s no other job in baseball that you can come home for a week or so during the season. We’ll see how it works out." Team Canada, including Orr, was announced last week as inductees to the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame for their gold medal victory in 2015 Pan American Games in Toronto. He has no plans to play again after retirement. "This wasn’t something I set out to do," said Orr. "It was just a case of they needed someone like me and I was happy to do it." Canada will once again be in a tough position to advance from its round-robin pool and on to the subsequent rounds. Only the top two teams advance to the second round.

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Streaking Hurricanes poised to clinch playoff JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com LAST WEEK: Feb. 5 - Won 5-1 vs. Markham Royals . Feb. 3 - Won 3-2 (2OT) at Lindsay Muskies . Feb. 2 - Tied 1-1 vs. Mississauga Chargers. COMING UP: Feb. 9 vs. Stouffville Spirit, Ray Twinney Complex, 7:30 p.m. . Feb. 12 at Aurora Tigers, 7 p.m. GAME NOTES: Alex Ierullo and Todd Winder scored two goals each as the Hurricanes handled the Markham Royals in relatively easy fashion . At Lindsay, Marco Bozzo tied the game on a power play in the final minute and scored again 46 seconds into the second overtime period. THE SKINNY: A seven-game unbeaten streak has the

Hurricanes on the verge of clinching a playoff spot. One win or Lindsay loss clinches a playoff berth for Newmarket . Already playing with a short bench, the Hurricanes lost defenceman Cole Howran Friday night to a lower body injury. Forward Chalmers McKeen (lower body) and defenceman Eric Kloucek (upper body) went down Sunday . Newcomer Andrew Badali picked up a two-game suspension for a checking from behind major penalty in the third period against Markham . Newmarket split the four-game season series against Markham, gaining five of a possible eight. RECORD: 19-23-1-3 . 3rd in North Division, 8th seed in North-East Conference.

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Wellington Dukes crown Tigers with first-period blitz JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com LAST WEEK: Feb. 5 - Lost 5-1 vs. Wellington Dukes . Feb. 4 - Won 6-4 at Stouffville Spirit. COMING UP: Feb. 10 at Lindsay Muskies . Feb. 11 vs. Whitby Fury, Aurora Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. ... Feb. 12 vs. Newmarket Hurricanes, ACC, 7 p.m. GAME NOTES: Carmine Alberga opened the scoring before the Wellington Dukes reeled off five straight goals in the first

period to account for the game’s scoring Sunday night . Anthony Paveglio had a four-point game, including three assists, while Jacob Kostopoulos counted an empty netter among his two goals as the Tigers spoiled Saturday night for the Stouffville Spirit. THE SKINNY: The win at Stouffville was just the second on the road this season in 21 starts for the Tigers this season . Mel Melconian became the first Tiger to reach 50 points thanks to his two-point game in the

victory at Stouffville. His four-game point streak in which he had nine points was ended by the Dukes . With the playoffs long ago lost, the Tigers can still finish ahead of the Pickering Panthers. However, the Panthers hold a two-point edge . After three games in as many nights this weekend, the Tigers conclude the regular season with four away games. RECORD: 7-35-1-4 . 5th in North Division, 11th in North-East Conference.

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Proposed outdoor rink a winter winner An outdoor arena as proposed in the Town of Newmarket’s roster of facilities is sure to be a score. It may take until 2019 to complete the project which presently is in the proposal stage but included in the town’s recreation master plan. As such, there is exists a will to make the project take on its own legs. A starting point is a public fundraising raffle, among other factors and funding ideas, that could help launch a unique first-class facility for ice users in the community. The fund-raising initiative, boosted by a community-based committee which includes Newmarket regional councillor John Taylor, Brian McDavid (Connor’s father), businessman Michael Croxon and this newspaper’s general manager Sean Sauve, is intended to "build energy and momentum" and simplify town council’s decision to get the project approved. Hey, someone else’s money is easy to spend, right? The location is yet to be determined but Town of Newmarket community services commissioner Ian MacDougall suggests vision is for a rink that would

be a standard (200 by 85 feet) ice surface and suited to the same activities as any indoor facility. He pointed to a new outdoor rink in northeast Brampton at the Gore Meadows Recreation Centre as a model for the Newmarket venue. The facility in its original notion is to include a roof and boards but be exposed on the sides. MacDougall cautioned an outdoor arena should not be construed as a replacement facility for the potential loss of Hollingsworth Arena. "In order to meet the needs of people in the town we have a need for seven indoor ice pads," said MacDougall, noting the rink would complement Riverwalk Common’s water/ice pad as a place for multiple activities to be enjoyed. "It is intended for casual play or shinny or pickup (activities)," he said. "We want develop an outdoor rink with artificial ice and incorporate other outdoor activities." Taylor suggested the presence of volunteer-run neighbourhood rinks a couple of years ago might have ignited the spark for this venture." It has the potential to be-

JOHN CUDMORE Cuddy Shark come a gathering place where people can drop in and see each other on a weekly or regular basis," said Taylor. "I think people will to say this is a great addition to the town."Topsy and turvy OJHL NorthThe best team in the Ontario Junior Hockey League’s North Division right this minute is the Newmarket Hurricanes. If it seems odd that a team edging toward a final playoff spot in its conference should receive that unofficial designation, then consider it an indictment of the mediocre nature of the North Division within the large picture. Riding a seven-game undefeated streak to the brink of clinching a playoff spot, the Hurricanes will secure an eighth place finish with a victory or single loss by the Lindsay Muskies over

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the final two weeks of the season. Infused with steady goaltending eight games ago, the Thomas Milne-led brigade is playing its best hockey of the season. Unfortunately, since the playoffs are structured in a conference format and not by division, the Hurricanes almost certainly will square off against the topseeded Trenton Golden Hawks in an opening round series. Erasing the nine-point lead the Stouffville Spirit holds for second place in the North Division would require an Atlanta Falconslike flop by the Spirit starting with a head-to-head clash Feb. 9 at the Ray Twinney Complex. Despite a weak performance down the stretch the Spirit has five wins in its past 15 games - the ice chips are poised to fall so that Stouffville and the No. 2 seed Markham Royals will clash in an opening round series. As of today’s numbers, that means either the fifth or seventh best points total in the North-East Conference is guaranteed a second-round playoff berth. Ironically, the teams could flip-flop spots and still catch the same matchup.

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Surely, either team would willingly take that pairing eight days every week.League viewers anticipated the East Division to be loaded this season with the Dudley Hewitt Cup (Trenton) and Royal Bank Cup (Cobourg) essentially being contested on home turf. Thus far, no one so far is disappointed. Chances are all five East Division teams will finish with more points than any of the North’s five entries. Head shotRichmond Hill’s Denis Shapovalov whistles a tennis ball towards the stands but is intercepted by the noggin of the umpire during a Davis Cup first-round tie against Great Britain Sunday in Ottawa. Disqualification is automatic. Do Aurora Tigers fans still cringe on the recall of goalie Chris Whitley’s occasion to fire a puck in frustration into the stands in Wellington during the 2003 playoffs? The hoist heard round the OJHL resulted in a seven-game suspension for Whitley, the best goalie in the league, and essentially led to the Tigers losing the series, and perhaps at least a shot at the Royal Bank Cup.

Show Aurora Panthers the gold. Any day. Twice, in fact, on Sunday. Host Panthers teams struck for two gold medals Sunday afternoon in championship games of the Aurora Girls Silver Stick Tournament at the Aurora Community Centre. First it was the atom AA final as the Panthers edged Barrie Sharks 2-1 as Zoe Ziotas and Leia Mullins both had a goal and an assist to build a 2-0 lead heading into the third period. Brooke Browne pulled the Sharks to within one goal. The Panthers finished with a 2-0-1 record in their pool for the eight-team division before edging Stoney Creek Sabres 1-0 in semifinal action. The Sharks, unscathed in four previous games, doubled Waterloo Ravens 4-2 in the other semifinal. Meanwhile, in bantam double-B, Panthers edged Huron Heat 2-1. In other division finals: North Halton Twisters blanked Kingston Ice Wolves 4-0 in atom single-A while Oakville Tigers clawed Clearview Ice Cats 2-0 in atom double-B. Oakville Hornets scored a 2-1 win over Brampton Canadettes in bantam single-A play and Sabres edged Hornets 3-2 in double-A action.

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HARRISON, David John passed away peacefully surrounded by f a m i l y a t B r a d fo rd Va l l e y o n Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 82 years of age. Beloved husband of Shirley and the late Betty. Loving father of M elinda (Charles), Reid (K im), and Carrie (Steve). Proud grandfather of Jesse, Elizabeth, Joel, Paige, Emily and Jenny. Step-father to Sharon, Robert ( K a t hy ) , R a n d y ( A n n e ) , C i n d y a n d Shelley ( Jeremy). Step - grandfather t o K a t i e, M a t t h e w, M a rc, L a u r a , Christie, Scott, Andrew and Michael. Great-grandfather to Jaylen, Ethan, Olivia, Claire and Annie. Brother to Joan (Alf ). Predeceased by brothers Phil and Frank and parents Ben and Luc y Harrison. He was loved dearly and will be missed greatly by family and friends. Friends may call at the Church of the Nazarene, 79 Main Street South, Newmarket on Saturday, February 11 from 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. with ser vice beginning at 11 a.m. I f desired, memorial donations may be m a d e to A l z h e i m e r S o c i e t y o r t h e Church of the Nazarene.

CHIARELLI, Pasquale (Pat) With great sorrow his family announces the passing of Pasquale (Pat) Antonio Chiarelli on Wednesday, Februar y 1, 2017. He is sur vived by his beloved wife Gloria (nee Valsi), his daughter and son-in-law Dolores and Roberto Iaboni, his daughter Catherine, and grandchildren Giacomo and Alessandra Iaboni. He is also sur vived by his sister Anna Mucci, sister-in-law Edda Chiarelli, b r o t h e r - i n - l a w R i c h a r d Va l s i a n d brother Luca (Elsa) and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Stefano and Amato, b ro t h e r - i n - l aw A l b e r to M u cc i , a n d parents Antonio and Doralice Chiarelli. A very special thank you to D r. N a t a s h a Z a j c . P r i v a t e f u n e r a l to be held at Taylor Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.taylorfh.ca

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Jim Robinson Metroland Media Of course I drove it with the top down! Canadians love convertibles probably because our inclement weather will always be a factor so we want as much fun in the sun as we can get. Ergo, the middle of January was not going to stop me from driving this week’s tester, the 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible. With the sun out and temperature showing on the instrument cluster as +5 Celsius, I dropped the power top, rolled up the windows, turned up the heat and roared off up the highway heading north. Strangely, the apparition of the Cooper and me did not result in other drivers craning their necks to look. Rather they just rolled by with nary a glance. Painted in Caribbean Aqua Metallic with optional 17-inch Cosmos Spoke Silver alloy wheels, the MINI Cooper had an irrepressible jaunty look about it. The thing about the MINI, any MINI for that matter, is it looks like a load of fun – and it is. With its cheeky styling and playful features such as the whole design and execution of the instrument panel and gauge placement, the MINI screams “let’s go.” Besides the dinner plate-sized central display, you notice toggle

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whatever was lying around or came to hand, such as the surplus to requirements toggle switches used in combat aircraft. Today, the MINI may be the only car in the world you start the engine with a toggle instead of a key or button. Continued on W2

LEFT: A toggle switch on the centre console behind the shifter lets the driver select between three drivetrain modes including Sport, Mid and (shown) Green. RIGHT: Power for the MINI Cooper convertible is a 1.5-litre direct injection inline three-cylinder producing 134 hp and 162 lb/ft of torque driving the front wheels through a standard six-speed manual or optional ($1,400) six-speed automatic transmission.

The 2017 Nissan Rogue Star Wars Limited Edition made a huge splash with its recent debut at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. It made its entrance surrounded by Imperial Storm Troopers, laser beams and space ships. I’m not a die-hard Star Wars fan, and truly don’t understand a lot of the craze, but this introduction was enough to whet my appetite and travel to a place far, far away to test it – Well, Ontario, Canada which I think is far enough. This Limited Edition is only available in two colours – magnetic black or glacier white. I was given the latter as a test vehicle. Underneath all the Star wars insignia and extra features is the popular SV AWD with the added Moonroof Package. It comes with the standard 2.5-litre inline fourcylinder engine mated to an Xtronic continuously variable transmission that pushes out 170 hp and 175 lb/ft of torque. Externally the Star Wars Limited Edition differentiates itself with the addition of limited edition plates on the lower front doors with Rebel Alliance and Galactic Empire decals located on the c-pillars. Additionally there is a Star Wars logo placed on the rear bumper protector. Over and above the logo’s, Nissan has added matt black 17-inch aluminium–alloy wheels, a black front grille with lower finisher, black door handles and roof rails. This limited edition also comes with standard LED headlights. Internally the additional features include Star Wars logo illuminated kick plates, limited edition floor mats, Rebel Alliance and Galactic Empire cup holder inserts and accent lighting. Continued on W3

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Top-down motoring in a car that seems to want to have as much fun as you do Continued from W1 Of course the brand has grown the little economy car into a big thing with six basic models in 17 variations, if you don’t count the John Cooper Works specialty performance sub models. FYI, tested is a 2016, which BMW/MINI had in its press fleet with the identical 2017s now on their way. There are three convertibles available — the Cooper and Cooper S and the John Cooper Works model based on on the Cooper S. They are differentiated by engines employing BMW Twin Power technology, which is BMW-speak for direct injection and twin turbos.

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The Cooper, as tested here, comes with a 1.5-litre DOHC inline three-cylinder with 134 hp and 162 lb/ft of torque. The S version has a 2.0-litre DOHC inline four-cylinder with 189 hp and 207 lb/ft. The John Cooper Works bumps up the 2.0-litre to 228 hp. All are front-drive with either a

LEFT: The interior of the MINI Cooper convertible is loaded with unique design cues such as the dinner plate-sized centre display with toggle switches everywhere. TOP RIGHT: The large convertible top restricts rear vision when up. BOTTOM RIGHT: Cargo volume is tight, so if you want to go golfing, stuff the bags in the back seat.

six-speed manual or optional ($1,400) sixspeed automatic. The base Cooper manual has a 0-100 km/h of 8.8 seconds and a top speed of 208 km/h, while the automatic (as tested) does it in 8.7 seconds with 206 km/h tops. If you order the automatic, there is a toggle on the rear of the shifter bezel with three

MINI uses design cue toggle switches for a number of functions like engine on/off.

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Only 400 Rogue Star Wars Limited Edition to be made available in Canada Continued from W1 The moonroof is not usually offered on the standard SV trim when ordering in glacier white, but is standard with the Star Wars Limited Edition. The black grille with the black alloy wheels and especially with the privacy glass, enhances the styling giving it a more aggressive stance than the standard trim and makes it stand out even before you notice the limited edition insignia. The cabin is identical to the SV model, when sitting in the drivers seat there is nothing to identify this special edition as being any different than the standard model. I was expecting rather more from the driver’s point of view, maybe a logo on the dash or even Darth Vader voice commands but I was to be disappointed. There wasn’t even a specific holder to contain a light saber properly. That being said, the dash is simple and uncluttered with all instrumentation being easily read and controlled. It comes with the new standard D-shaped steering wheel that adds a sense of sportiness. The six-way power adjusted front bucket driver seat is comfortable and supporting with the rear seats having plenty of legroom with adequate space for two full grown adults and a child. Storage is enhanced with Nissan’s Divide-N-Hide® Cargo System that has 18 adjustable variations between the cargo and occupant areas. This gives a total cargo space of 1,982 litres with the rear seats down. The driving experience is much the same as the regular Rogue. Acceleration is nifty for a vehicle of this size taking 10.4 seconds to reach 100 km/h. I’m not usually a fan of CVT transmissions but Nissan have done a great job with the Xtronic continuously variable trans-

The black grill with the black alloy wheels and especially with the privacy glass, enhances the styling giving it a more aggressive stance than the standard trim and makes it stand out even before you notice the limited edition insignia.

mission, they have incorporated predetermined shift points that give the feeling of gear changes when accelerating, rather than the usual continuous whine. This limited edition comes with the smart all-wheel-drive system – when pulling away it splits the power evenly between front and back to suppress wheel spin, but when up to speed it pushes the power to the front wheels to conserve fuel. The hardest thing to swallow with the Star Wars Edition is the additional cost. The

Limited Edition package adds an additional $2,850 to the SV AWD and moonroof, bringing the grand total to $33,998. It may sound like a lot for some minor upgrades, but Nissan have added a fullsize Death Trooper helmet to the mix, this collectable is only being made available to owners of the Star Wars Limited Edition Rogue. I think Nissan are projecting that, with only 400 limited editions being made available in Canada, it will make the helmet

more valuable in the Star Wars collector market than the initial cost of the upgrade. We will have to wait and see. No matter how you dress up the Rogue you are still getting Nissan’s top-selling vehicle. This limited edition is adding an extra dimension for die-hard Star Wars fans. They can probably see the future benefits of buying a vehicle with such a limited run that also includes a sought after piece of Star Wars memorabilia.

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AutoShow helps mark Canada’s 150th birthday

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Chevy Bolt pushes the electric envelope Jock McCleary Metroland Media PALO ALTO, CA: It’s always been a big no-no mixing electricity and water. When you are in a soaking wet Silicone Valley to test out Chevrolet’s fully electric 2017 Bolt EV, you don’t have a choice but the end result is far better than expected. Chevrolet has classified the Bolt as a crossover, but my first impressions were more of a large hatch. It isn’t until you get into the vehicle do you actually appreciate what Chevy have done with the internal space that makes it truly utilitarian. By neatly hiding the lithium-ion battery pack under the floorboards, makes the cabin airy and spacious with great all around visibility. By slimming down the front seats the designers have managed to add generous legroom for rear-seat passengers. Headroom hasn’t been compromised in either the front or rear with ample space for passengers in excess of six feet tall. Where Chevrolet has gone above and beyond is designing a drive train that will allow the Bolt EV to drive for up to 382 km on a single charge, but doesn’t compromise handling in the least. Bolt EV’s Drive system uses a single, high capacity electric motor that gets its power from a 60 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is capable producing up to 266 lb/ft of torque and 200 hp. Power delivery is controlled by Chevrolet’s first Electronic Precision Shift System – a shift and park-by wire system that sends electronic signals to the Bolt EV’s drive. In the past, when driving fully electric vehicles, I’ve had to adjust my driving techniques to accommodate the nuances of the car and try to avoid range anxiety. This time was a little different, the Chevrolet design and engineering team actively encouraged me to drive the Bolt EV as if I was in a gasoline driven car. With this in mind I headed out into the hills in and around the San Francisco area. The Bolt EV’s acceleration was instant, smooth and very noticeably quiet. The twisty uphill sections demonstrated the smoothness of the shift-by wire system as well as the precise steering. Bolt EV had a trick up its sleeve when it came to regenerating power. By putting the shifter into low-mode – and by use of a paddle situated on the steering wheel - you can enter what Chevrolet call “one-pedal driving” in effect it

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San Francisco proved to be the perfect test drive venue to demonstrate the Bolt EV’s battery regeneration systems. The Bolt EV handled steep inclines with ease and used the downhill to regenerate the battery pack.

eliminates the use of the brake pedal. You accelerate as normal but as soon as you ease up on the accelerator, the car will decelerate, without the use of the brakes, reclaiming the energy being generated to recharge the battery. This can be further assisted by use of the steering wheel mounted paddle shifter to decelerate more aggressively; it takes a short learning curve to be able to balance the deceleration using the paddle, but once mastered it totally eliminates the use of the brake pedal all together.

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Another clever function that has been introduced in the Bolt EV is the “no creep” function. When approaching a stop sign or traffic light you decelerate by lifting off the pedal and the vehicle will come to a complete stop – and stay there until the accelerator pedal is depressed again. This was a very handy feature especially when driving up and down the hills in San

The Bolt EV incorporates an eight-inch instrument cluster and a 10.2-inch infotainment display. Francisco. During the drive portion I pushed the car and drove it, as advised, like a gasoline engine car and I must admit that I only found myself looking at the remaining range a couple of times. I drove about 200 km in open country as well as in heavy downtown traffic and by the end of the drive I had just used half of the charge. The weather didn’t play along either. It was torrential rain for most of the drive so I had the rear defrost, windshield wipers and the heater

on constantly which didn’t seem to impact the range at all. The Bolt EV has certainly taken the affordable electric vehicle market to a new level. The range and technical innovation is way ahead of its competitors and has now proven that an electric vehicle has the functionality and utility of its internal combustion engine predecessors. The price does seem a little excessive for a vehicle of this size, but provincial incentives and fuel savings, quickly even the playing field.

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