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LISA QUEEN lqueen@yrmg.com Vern Catania was in agony with no relief in sight as he waited months for hip replacement surgery. “It was excruciating pain,”

the 67-year-old Bradford-area resident said. Catania, a sales rep with York Region Media Group, limped to his family doctor, who sent him for tests, which conﬁrmed severe arthritis in his left hip. In March 2015, his doctor

referred him to a Newmarket orthopedic surgeon. While Catania waited to for a date for an initial consultation, his condition deteriorated. Favourite activities like golf went by the wayside. Sitting became unbearable. Grandchildren were

recruited for help with routine chores. When he hadn’t heard about an appointment date by June, he called the surgeon’s office in desperation, requesting to be put on the cancellation list if another

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Lyme sufferers devastated by government’s action plan KIM ZARZOUR kzarzour@yrmg.com When Shari Allen first went public with her battle with Lyme disease, she was very sick, but she had hope.In 2015, the disease had upended her life, left her unable to work, her savings depleted, suffering from constant headaches and joint pain, but the Thornhill woman still believed this disease could be beaten. Two years later, she has lost more years of her life, lost her memory, friendships and relationships, lost her ability to walk without a cane and she has lost hope, too. Now she is spreading the word about a petition that, if successful in persuading the federal government to change its course, may

give her reason to hope again. Lyme disease is a serious illness spread by infected ticks. Research shows more than 80 per cent of the population in eastern and central Canada could be at risk by 2020, but diagnosis and treatment - a course of antibiotics - remain controversial. If not caught early, Lyme can lead to a host of muscle, joint and nervous system issues, paralysis and neurological problems. Allen, like many Lyme patients, had clung to the promise of Bill 442, approved in December 2014. Under the bill, the Minister of Health was required to convene a conference with the ministers and stakeholders, including the medical community and patients groups.

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Infected ticks are linked to the growing threat of Lyme Disease. Patient groups have launched a petition to push the federal government to create a better national action plan. The goal: a comprehensive federal framework outlining improved surveillance, best practices, education and awareness to battle this growing disease threat.

Patients who’d been fighting for better testing and treatment were thrilled that their case would finally be heard. For the first time, stakeholders like CanLyme (Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation) and patients themselves were to be included in the discussion. They hoped the framework would be a national action plan and catalyst for change. From June 1 to June 30, 2015, more than 1,000 respondents participated in online consultation; the majority (72 per cent) were Lyme disease patients and their families. Last May, a conference was held in Ottawa and those who’d battled the mysterious myriad of ailments shared their testimonies, some making the trek across

the country to speak in person, others, such as Allen, who was too sick to travel, made their pleas via phone. And now, they fear it was all for naught. Feb. 7, the draft action plan was released and, according to Allen, it "missed the mark on every concern that Lyme disease sufferers brought forth at the national conference". According to a CanLyme statement, the draft report "in no way meets the mandate of the legislation.It ignored everything that was presented by experts and patients at the legislated May 2016 conference. It is not a framework and there is nothing to build upon". l See ALL page 2

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Future look of Mount Albert Park still up in the air SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com The centrepiece of Mount Albert is about to get a facelift. Residents flocked to a public meeting Feb. 9 to see various design concepts for the renovations of Mount Albert Community Park. The preferred concept which staff presented at the meeting included a baseball diamond, skateboard park, amphitheatre, basketball court, pavilion and a winter skating area. The concept also showed a connection to the Mount Albert Public School grounds located at the southwest end of the park. The plan didn’t come without some disagreement from the community. Mount Albert Sports Day chair Cathy Morton was not pleased with the preferred concept presented by the town. She voiced her displeasure

with the number of parking spaces on site and the fact that the ball diamond is facing the parking lot which could cause serious damage. From a Sports Day perspective, Morton wants to make sure there is enough space in the park for the rides to operate. "It’s not going to work the way it is," she said. She wasn’t the only person at the meeting that didn’t like the new way the ball diamond was facing in the plan. Mount Albert resident Susie Park runs the slopitch league that runs at the park and said the new design is a big safety hazard. "They got to aim it towards the schoolyard not the parking lot," she said. Mayor Virginia Hackson said there was a good turnout at the meeting, but said the town still needs to hear from more residents about what they want at the park.

"I’m certainly hoping we hear from more people," she said. Hackson said about 100 residents have filled out a survey on the matter. There was a consultation last year with the Mount Albert Lions about partnering to develop a skateboard and scooter park on site.That appears to have been a successful exercise. Mount Albert Lions representative Vaughan Moult said the group is committed to help fund a skateboard park that would be part of the new park. "We are essentially partnering with the town to put that facility in. Until we have some plan we don’t know how big it is going to be," he said.Hackson said being one of the oldest park’s in town, it is important for the town to take an in-depth look at what improvel See CENTRE, page 2

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The preferred concept plan for the new Mount Albert Community Centre Park includes a baseball diamond, amphitheatre and skate park.

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Town Page NEXT CWC/COUNCIL MEETINGS Committee of the Whole Council - March 7 at 10 a.m. Special Council - March 7 following CWC Council - March 7 at 3 p.m. The public is welcome to attend. Agendas for the March 7 meeting will be available at noon on March 2 at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/agendas. For more information, please contact the Clerk’s Office at flamanna@eastgwillimbury.ca. Highlights from the February 22 meetings will be included in the March 2nd Town Page. To see a copy of the agenda visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/agendas.

CANADA DAY CHALLENGE If you’re between the ages of 8 and 18, the Canada Day Challenge is for you! Submit dynamic drawings, photos or pieces of creative writing that celebrate Canada’s culture and identity, illustrate your vision of the future, and/or reflects your exploration and participation in your community. Prizes include three all-expenses paid trips for two to Ottawa to celebrate Canada Day 2017 and the 150th celebrations on Parliament Hill. Visit www.challenge.pch.gc.ca for contest details.

COLLECTION REMINDER Please place all waste and recycling bins at the curb by 7 a.m. to ensure that they are collected. For more information on waste/ recycling collections visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/collectionfaqs.

MARCH BREAK MADNESS

MARCH 13-17, 2017 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EAST GWILLIMBURY SPORTS COMPLEX

Get adventurous this March break at the EG Sports Complex! Extended care is available. Use program code 6127 to register.

Attention Newly Built Home Owners! • Have you recently purchased a home from a builder in East Gwillimbury? If so, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/newlybuilthomes to review our Newly Built Home Guide. The guide will answer questions such as: • What is the developer, builder, Town and homeowner’s responsibilities? • What will it be like living in a new subdivision? Once you have read the guide, fill out a brief online survey to be entered into a draw to win a Town prize package. Full contest details are available online.

Write On! Story Contest Grades 3-8. Opens March 1st

Draw or write a creative story. The Library invites students to submit a graphic story, short story or poem. Templates and contest guidelines will be available on the Library website on March 1. Winning submissions will be published in the Library’s Anthology.

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DEADLINE EXTENDED 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 a message stating your name, address and that no internet service is available in your area. Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/ internetspeed for directions on how to complete a quick speed test.

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PUBLIC NOTICE - LOAD RESTRICTIONS Load restrictions will be in effect on all Town roads from March 1 to April 30. No axle of any commercial vehicle can transmit a weight of more than 5,000 kilograms to the roadways. Restrictions may be extended if conditions warrant. For more information contact the Town at 905-478-4282.

PLAN YOUR ESCAPE! If a fire occurred in your home tonight, would your family get out safely? You may have only seconds to safely escape your home. Develop a home fire escape plan with everyone in your household. For tips on planning your home fire escape plan visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/emergencyservices.

3 Hour Parking Limit The Town has a year round 3 hour parking limit on all roads (unless otherwise posted). Enforcement is conducted any time during the day and night. If you are having guests overnight ensure you make prior parking arrangements. For more details visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Town of East Gwillimbury Manager of Procurement - Deadline February 23 Customer Service, Supervisor - Deadline February 23 Summer Camp Staff - Deadline February 23 Fire Inspector - Deadline March 1 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.

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One on One February 23 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Holland Landing Library Come meet with Virginia Hackson to talk one on one about your community. Everyone is welcome.

COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS Holland Landing Lion’s Club Celebrity Chef Dinner February 25 at 7 p.m. at the Holland Landing Community Centre. Tickets are $20. Call 905-836-1423 to purchase tickets. Southlake Cinemania - February 27 at 7 p.m. at the Silvercity in East Gwillimbury. The film will be Manchester By The Sea. Sharon-Hope Pancake Supper - February 28 at 5 p.m. at the Sharon-Hope United Church. Tickets can be purchased by calling 905-478-2231. Yellow Brick House Gala - March 3 at 5:30 p.m. at Le Parc Banquet Hall. For more details visit yellowbrickhouse.org. The Family Place’s Cabin Fever Reliever - March 3 at 7 p.m. at the Mount Albert Community Centre. For more information call 905-473-5929. Mount Albert Lions Maple Syrup Breakfast - March 4 at 9 a.m. at the Mount Albert Community Centre. Proceeds will support the Mount Albert Park Skateboarding facility. Adults are $10, kids under 12 are $5. 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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Canada’s Public Health Agency has asked for public response to the draft by March 8, but CanLyme and other patient activist groups say it should be rejected, then rewritten with patients and experts’ input. They have launched an online petition seeking signatures by Mar. 1. "It’s astounding the number of people who testified and still they’re choosing to follow outdated guidelines," said Jessica Bell, of Woodbridge. "They wasted millions of dollars and it seems they never intended to make any significant changes and it’s just shameful." Three members of Bell’s family spent years searching for diagnosis and treatment. Some were able to get antibiotics early enough and are better, others are still struggling with health problems, she says. "If it’s caught early, you can maybe get your life back again. But if it’s not caught early, you’re a permanent customer of the medical system." But Bell says her story isn’t as sad as many she heard as she became active in the issue. "So many saw their marriages fall apart under the strain. Many lost their homes, their savings, their self esteem, their lives even - committing suicide because they weren’t supported." "It’s such a complicated illness," adds Christine Fraser, a Holland Landing resident who has been living with the effects of Lyme for 13 years after she contracted at the age of 42. Fraser says she ran an outdoor centre and knew about how to prevent Lyme with bug spray and long clothing, but she contracted it anyway. Now she has a thick medical file of ailments, test results and misdiagnoses. "I thought it was wonderful that the government was going to put this conference together," she said. "We could put a human face to this. So many people testified.high-functioning adults from all walks of life who had been knocked out at the knees by this disease."

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ments it can make.In the concept plans presented at the first public meeting last year, one had completely removed the ball diamond from the park. That caused quite a stir at the public consultation. "People felt very strongly about keeping the baseball diamond on the community centre property," Hackson said. The plans presented by the town were conceptual and Hackson said the future park would certainly contain a baseball diamond. As a next step for the Mount Albert Community Centre Park, staff will be bringing a detailed concept to council for discussion and review and then another public open house will be held. The goal is to phase construction into 2018 subject to council approval.

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Southlake CEO will retire by end of year SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com Southlake Regional Health Centre is in the market for a new president. The hospital announced Feb. 1 that president and CEO, Dr. Dave Williams, has decided to retire by the end of 2017. Williamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; decision to retire will bring to a close to a remarkable career as a leader, physician and space explorer, in addition to his tenure as Southlakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s president and CEO since 2011. "I am privileged to have led a hospital that is remarkable for its quality outcomes and the relentless com-

mitment of its staff and volunteers to treat patients like family," Williams said. "It has been an honour to work with such impressive, compassionate, dedicated professionals. As Southlake starts to map out the strategic plan for the next five years it is time for me to transfer the helm to a new CEO. "I look forward to working with the board and the management team during this transition period." The board acknowledged Williamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; extraordinary career accomplishments, his leadership role as chair of the Ontario

Health Innovation Council, his participation on the boards of numerous health care organizations and his outstanding contributions to society, for which he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2013 and recipient of the Order of Ontario in 2014. "Dave Williamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; strong leadership has created a solid platform for Southlake to continue its commitment to deliver world-class care close to home. Dave has worked relentlessly to drive a culture where innovation, implementation of best practices, fiscal responsibility and patient-centred care is ingrained in the fab-

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Seeing the forest for the trees Sometimes it’s difficult to see the forest for the trees. When news came out last week that townhouses were to replace a forest on Centre Street in Mount Albert the outcry was loud. Residents were asking why the town agreed to a settlement with Averton behind closed doors that would see 64 townhomes built on 19267 Centre St. I certainly feel for local residents in this case because the agreement between the Averton and the town was struck after zero (recent) public consultation. The idea of being notified via a lawyer’s letter that a major development behind my house was all but an OMB hearing finality would have been sickening to receive in this case. But my sympathy stops at a certain point. This land, where the woodlot sits, has been slated for development for more than 20 years. So any notion that this is some massive surprise out of nowhere doesn’t jive with the town’s planning documents. The real problem in this case as with so many other cases is that the Ontario Municipal Board process is shrouded in secrecy. It moves planning deci-

SIMON MARTIN From The Newsroom sions from the open air of the council chambers to the backrooms where developers and towns cut deals. I am not implying that East Gwillimbury did anything untoward in reaching its settlement with Averton. But the fact those meetings were held in-camera immediately sounds off alarm bells in the public consciousness. Let’s face it. People get squeamish at the thought of politicians making decisions sheltered from public view. Municipal law lawyer for Aird and Berlis John Mascarin said that’s just the way OMB appeals are handled. "There is a specific exemption under s. 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 that allows a council to go in camera to discuss matters relating to litigation, including hearings before administrative tribunals such as the OMB," he said. So when Averton ap-

pealed the town’s 2010 Official Plan to the OMB, it essentially moved the Centre Street development from a public to a private one. There has to be a better system out there that where the public could be involved in the process earlier. The town is hosting its first public meeting on the matter Feb. 22 but as one resident put it, the horse is already out of the barn. The town has already agreed to terms of settlement with the developer. So while the town is interested in hearing from residents, it seems too late for any major changes to be made. Residents that plan to seek party status at the OMB hearing would be essentially fighting the town and the developer on the matter. I would give them almost zero chance of winning that fight. Maybe the public meeting will give residents a chance to vent. Everyone enjoys a good airing of grievances. But in the end, residents’ input will only be able to change the small stuff. The big picture remains unchanged. The forest is coming down, but you might be able to save a few trees.

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Tree-planting program wraps up March. 31 SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com Planting a tree on your property is easier than you think. Sometimes all it takes is a simple phone call. The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) is hoping you will take part in its tree planting program this year, and you may even save money on your energy bills along the way. "Trees create beautiful views and new spaces for recreation, but they have practical benefits as well in that they can help save you money on your energy bills," LSRCA forest technician Paul Cottenden said. "In the winter months, trees can block strong winds from entering your home and can reduce heating costs by up to

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Time for action on health care wait times While musician Tom Petty likely wasn’t decrying lengthy health care delays when he wrote The Waiting is the Hardest Part, many Ontario patients facing prolonged waits for a host of procedures can no doubt relate to the sentiment behind the song. Aside from dealing with pain accompanying many untreated ailments, patients forced to wait too long for treatment frequently experience worse outcomes once they do receive care, explained Patients Canada chair Michael Decter, who co-authored the 2006 report Navigating Canada’s Health Care. Decter went on to say there has been “slippage” since initial progress was made on wait times in 2004. A November 2016 report from the Fraser Institute, entitled Waiting Your Turn: Wait Times for Health Care in Canada, paints a pretty dismal picture of what waiting for care currently looks like. The average wait time from referral by a family doctor to treatment has ballooned from 9.3 weeks in 1993 to 20 weeks today. Ontario’s average wait time of 15.6 weeks is better than the national average, but still not worth celebrating compared to some other jurisdictions with universal health care. “I think medical wait times have become the defining feature of Canada’s health-care system,” noted Bacchus Barua, a senior economist with the right-leaning think tank who co-authored the report. David Jensen, a spokesperson for Ontario’s Ministry of Health, said the province has invested more than $1.9 billion since 2003/4 to fund additional procedures to trim wait times and that nearly $78 million per year is being invested to allow 6,468 surgical procedures and more than 237,000 hours of operation for MRI and CT tests. That’s all well and good, but there has to be more to the government’s approach than simply throwing increasing sums of money at the problem, especially when you consider that health care already makes up $51.8 billion of the province’s $133.9-billion budget. Provincial and federal governments in Canada can and should look to other jurisdictions with universal health care systems to see what successes they’ve had with respect to wait times and try and emulate them here. With stress on the system only projected to grow as the population ages, the time for swift, decisive action is now. Patients waiting too long are people waiting too long to get on with their lives. Simply put, a lengthy wait to receive necessary health care adds insult to injury.

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A round-up of reaction online The story: Worrying about seniors’ care As someone who is concerned about the well being of Seniors I was very excited to see the front page of this week’s Newmarket Era-a great headline "Seniors Care in Crisis" with a large picture and the promise of some great information to the public. Unfortunately I was a little disappointed by the small article which, although it provided a few statistics, gave no mention of what is being done, such as the bills currently before our federal and provincial parliaments regarding Alzheimers Strategy, Seniors Strategy and Level of Care, or what is being worked on and can be done and what needs to be done. I am glad that the article brought the problems (somewhat) out into the public eye but I think it could have had more depth so it could give people opportunities to get involved in the fight to help make changes to a system that, in much likelihood, many of our current population may be utilizing at some point in the future. facebook.com/grandparentconnection Valerie Syratt Luttrell

The story: New Ontario Partnership Grant giving $4.1M boost to nonprofits They’ve wasted so much money in their mandate that what is another 4.1 million dollars it means nothing not saying that nonprofit is a waste of money just saying 4.1 million is a waste of money with all the money they wasted this mandate they could have taken everybody out of poverty Rick Schroder Buying votes with our own money, McWynty is on a spending spree only matched by our Prime Moron. Adam Werrell

The story: York cop guilty of sexual assault sentenced to jail Good action on the part of the force and the courts. This person does not deserve our respect or the honour of serving. Elaine Foulkes The story: Population growth in Stouffville due to affordable housing, proximity to Toronto People are missing the point that 1/3 of Canada’s population lives in the GTA. We are killing our farmland, forests and lakes for bedroom communities. We are also drowning in debt trying to build infrastructure that’s 20 years behind. This is crazy. Rick Gisenough

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Glad someone is looking out for taxpayer Re: Citizens must demand accountability: Newmarket Taxpayers Advocacy Group, Feb. 2. We read your guest column this week with surprise and regret. It is true, we taxpayers need to be more active in our democracy, especially locally. We are very disappointed in the annual property tax increase and the other increases in cost of living like hydro and carbon taxes. When we read the examples in the column, it is upsetting. Our household would never let a home renovation go millions of dollars over budget. And we wouldn’t have our family business if we were losing "hundreds of thousands of dollars" a year. Easy when it isn’t your money. It is nice to have an organization looking out for the taxpayer, because the local government, and school boards, seem out of touch with us. It is good for the community, but sad that we need a "watchdog." Teena Bogner, if you ever run for mayor, you have our vote! Victor and Ana-Maria Vincino Sharon

Surprised by story on Trump and health Re: Trump, terrorism and 24-hour news cycle hurt mental, physical health, Jan. 31. I read the expressions of concern for what is purportedly a current decline in mental and physical health of Canadians as put forth by Kim Zarzour. Her ultimate attempt to appear to want to blame much of this on Donald Trump surprises me. She refers also to the dreadful cowardly act of terror against our Muslim sisters and brothers in Quebec, which has devastated us all, and we certainly need to stand against such wickedness and such evil acts of terror. I grew up on the Muslimmajority island of Mombasa, Kenya, where I had (and still have) a plethora of Islamic, Hindu, Jewish, Christian and "other" friends. However, with the greatest of respect to Zarzour, I am wondering how she can get away with expressing such negative concern about what she refers to as a "steady diet of Trumpisms" without even one mention of the unconscionable actions of these "disappointed Democrats." Purporting to be "progressives," they are clearly

• LETTERS TO THE EDITOR • l GET CONNECTED Have a comment on these or any other community issues? Email us at newsroom@yrmg.com at best "regressives," and at worst "anarchists"! Calling us not to assume a stance of "learned helplessness," Zarzour calls us to take action inspired by the protests we are seeing on TV. Surely this is preposterous. The insidious, intolerant, undemocratic and unacceptably violent behaviour of these people is both barbaric and utterly repugnant to any civilized human being! Why does Zarzour refer to the "Trump regime" when, in fact, it is the "Trump administration" born legitimately out of what is considered to be the world’s greatest democracy? Why does she and others presume that the election of President Trump is considered "bad news" to everyone on the planet? Millions of Canadians and people all over the world, including myself, consider Donald Trump’s presidency to be "good news"! Far, far better than if the Clinton legacy of lies, duplicity and deceit had been allowed to continue. Canada is a tolerant country where we can agree to disagree without resorting to violence and bully tactics, and we surely should try to keep it this way. I have always felt that Saint Francis’ exhortation to "seek to understand more than to be understood" has great merit. Dorian Baxter Newmarket

Decision to move Pride Parade short-sighted Re: Richmond Hill tells Pride Parade Yonge Street event must move, Feb. 4. Richmond Hill’s decision to not allow York Region Pride to march on Yonge Street in what would be its 5th annual York Pride Parade, coming in the year after they cancelled the Yonge Street Heritage Festival and moved the Santa Claus Parade to Leslie Street, is a short-sighted and wrongheaded policy. As the Town limits construction along the Yonge Street historic downtown and plans to move public administration to the same location, I cannot help wondering: What is the point of a historic downtown if all you can ever do there is walk along a slim sidewalk or drive in congested traffic? By moving the Santa Claus Parade to a boring country road that most res-

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idents cannot walk to, they have risked attendance, limited exposure to downtown Richmond Hill and removed the ability of local businesses to capitalize. By refusing a Yonge Street parade to Pride, they have given that York Regionwide organization a reason to move its parade to a different municipality that will allow a prominent parade route. By cancelling the Yonge Street Heritage Festival, they have taken away a weekend activity for families and a chance for local businesses and charities to connect with the public. Richmond Hill needs to reconsider this policy of refusing community events on Yonge Street now — before the Town loses the York Pride Parade and kills attendance at the Santa Claus Parade. Jason Cherniak Richmond Hill

An act of kindness at Longo’s Last Saturday, while shopping at Longo’s on Bayview Avenue, I was in line at the cash register. I commented to a lady about the beautiful bouquet of chocolate-covered strawberries on the conveyor belt ahead of us. The customer buying the strawberry bouquet quickly picked up a second bunch, paid for her groceries and left, accidentally leaving one of the bouquets behind. When we called out that she forgot something, she gave me a big smile and said: "For you." To this mystery lady, a big thank you for your generosity and kindness. You made my day. Dea Godschalk Thornhill

Trudeau has let us down on promise I am so disappointed that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has let us down on his promise to improve the electoral system. I would like to have seen the Liberals come up with at least one proposed amendment. Instead, all we got was an inefficient survey. Come on. Elected party representatives should reflect the percentage of votes cast. At least fix that. Perhaps Parliamentary votes should be by secret ballot, to be made public after the results are in. Sharon Brown Barrie

Canada’s groundhogs have predicted an early spring, and it’s time to start thinking about our vegetable gardens. Whether you are a beginner gardener or a seasoned veteran, growing your own food can help you eat better, reduce your environmental footprint, avoid pesticides and chemicals, waste less, and save money on groceries. It’s also great exercise. Getting started with your own vegetable garden can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be with these simple tips to help you ensure that your first vegetable garden is a successful one. 1. If you are a beginner gardener, a smaller vegetable garden with fewer plants will be much more manageable for you. If you have a patio or balcony, container gardening is a good option. If you do not have the space for a garden of any kind, consider joining a community garden in your area. 2. Most vegetables need a sunny location to thrive. Six hours or more of direct sunlight per day is ideal. More sunlight will give you a larger harvest and better tasting vegetables. Some vegetables, such as spinach and lettuce, can tolerate shade. 3. Good soil is crucial for a successful vegetable garden. The soil should be moist and not too soft or too hard. It also needs to have good drainage. Raised garden beds help with soil drainage, and so does spreading gravel at the bottom of your container garden. Adding organic matter such as compost helps to improve soil health and drainage in the garden. 4. Plan which vegetables you want to grow. Vegetables that are easy for beginners include lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, radishes, green beans, peppers, and zucchini. Make sure there is enough space in your garden so that taller plants such as tomatoes won’t stop sunlight from reaching shorter ones. 5. Come to York Region Food Network’s fifth annual Seedy Saturday event on Saturday, March 4 at the Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to participate in a seed exchange or purchase seeds from our many vendors. There will be workshops and presentations from experienced gardeners and a planting station where you can start your seeds before taking them home. There will also be food vendors, contests and activities for kids. Make sure to give your seedlings a lot of water and TLC. Follow these simple guidelines and you’ll be picking and eating your own healthy, delicious homegrown vegetables in no time. Hayley Mutch is a student intern at York Region Food Network from Seneca College.

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Imagine lifting your maximum weight without actually moving your body. That’s what the new exercise machine at Greg Moulton’s Matrix of Motion Fitness Studio in Holland Landing allows you to do. The ISOPHIT exercise machine allows you to do isometric strengthening exercises for hundreds of muscles in your body, Moulton said. Matrix of Motion is one of three locations in Canada that has the new machine. Since Moulton got the product last year, he does all his workouts on it. "The great part about the ISOPHIT is that is for everyone," Moulton said. "All workouts done on the machine can be changed and catered to any movement restrictions, restraints or injuries," Moulton said. When Moulton hops on the machine to get into a position to work a muscle, you can barely tell he is pushing with all the power he has in his body against a bar. Moulton said this resistance form of exercise is much safer for your body as you can push as hard as you can without the fear of injury that typically comes with lifting heavy weights at the gym. Moulton discovered the ISOPHIT in Toronto after he was experiencing some pain in his back when he was doing deadlifts. "I was probably lifting too much weight," he said. The machine allowed Moulton to isolate each movement stage of the deadlift to strengthen the muscles that were weak. "The back pain was gone like that," he said. While isometric training is common in rehab, there

York Region District School Board trustee Nancy Elgie is stepping down. The Georgina trustee released a video statement Feb. 17 announcing her intention to step down to allow a process of healing, learning and restoration to begin on the board and in the community. After an incident in which she used a racial slur when referring to a situation involving a black mother, members the public and several prominent politicians have been calling on her to resign. "As a trustee, I have always tried to make a difference, particularly for our most vulnerable children," she said. "Last November, I made a terrible mistake." In a private conversation with trustee Loralea Carruthers, Elgie said she was trying to refer to a parent who had been at the board meeting. She did not know her name, only that she had been featured in media stories about children being called the n-word. "In trying to explain that, the words came horribly wrong. I was mortified," she said, apologizing immediately to Carruthers. A complaint was filed against Elgie by someone who had overheard the conversation and an investigation was launched. Following the completion of the investigation, Elgie wrote an apology letter to the parties involved. Later it was revealed that Elgie had suffered a head injury that she and her family later learned hindered her ability to conjure words and a specialist later confirmed one symptom of a concussion is mix-

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WHAT’S ON A round-up of events happening in your communities. Visit yorkregion.com/events EVENTS l Thursday, March 2 Blood Donor Clinic WHEN: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. WHERE: Aurora Legion, 105 Industrial Pkwy. N., Aurora CONTACT: Canadian Blood Services, 1-888-2366283, elaine.stpierre@blood.ca, www.blood.ca COST: Book online or download the GiveBlood app. l Friday, March 3 Spend-a-Half Day at Pickering College WHEN: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. WHERE: Pickering College, 16945 Bayview Ave, Newmarket CONTACT: Admission Office, 905 895 1700, admission@pickeringcollege.on.ca COST: Your child can spend the morning at PC - attend class, meet our teachers and join us for lunch! Please note: Registration is required.

Public skating schedule WHEN: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. WHERE: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex, 1914B Mount Albert Rd., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex COST: $6 per person Older adult (50 and older) shinny schedule. Excludes April 7 and 14. World Day of Prayer WHEN: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: St. John Chrysostom Church, 432 Ontario St., Newmarket CONTACT: Lynda Allen, lrallen@sympatico.ca COST: Christians in more than 170 countries and in 2,000 communities across Canada will gather to learn about, pray and celebrate with the women of The Philippines. l Saturday, March 4 Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Road, East Gwillimbury CONTACT: Brooks Farms, 905-473-3246, http://www.brooksfarms.com/ festivals/maple-syrup-festival/ COST: Admission: $7.97 + hst = $9.00, Kids 2 & under Free The Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms runs weekends March 4 to mid April.Sugar Bush Open: 9:30am - 4pmTours Begin: 10:00am and run all day long with last tour at 3pmChildren must be accompanied by an adultEvents include: Train or Wagon Ride Self Guided & Authentic Guided Educational Tours Camp Fire in Sugar Bush Colouring Station Maple Sugar Products (additional costs) **NEW** Indoor Pancake House Barnyard Playland (weather permitting)

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Brad Jones Karate Do, 244 Main St. S., Newmarket CONTACT: newmarket.kendo@gmail.com COST: $25 monthly Kendo is a form of Japanese fencing using wooden and bamboo swords. It is a physical activity that promotes respect, peace and the betterment of oneself. l Sunday, March 5 Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Road, East Gwillimbury CONTACT: Brooks Farms, 905-473-3246, http://www.brooksfarms.com/ festivals/maple-syrup-festival/ COST: Admission: $7.97 + hst = $9.00, Kids 2 & under Free The Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms runs weekends March 4 to mid April.Sugar Bush Open: 9:30am - 4pmTours Begin: 10:00am and run all day long with last tour at 3pmChildren must be accompanied by an adultEvents include: Train or Wagon Ride Self Guided & Authentic Guided Educational Tours Camp Fire in Sugar Bush Colouring Station Maple Sugar Products (additional costs) **NEW** Indoor Pancake House Barnyard Playland (weather permitting)

905 727 8991, erika.mazanik@aurorahs.com, www.aurorahs.com/activities COST: $7.00 Join the Aurora Historical Society for our 2017 Speaker Series with Ken Purvis and Montgomery’s Inn: History and Restoration. Refreshments served. To reserve your seat, call. For more information on Ken or to see the complete listing for the 2017 Speaker Series, visit the website. l Thursday, March 9 Newmarket Chamber - Annual Women in Business Luncheon WHEN: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. WHERE: Cardinal Golf Club, 2740 Davis Dr. W., Newmarket CONTACT: Tyler Nakeff, 905-898-5900, tyler@newmarketchamber.ca, http://web.newmarketchamber.ca/events/Women-In-Business-Luncheon-1192/details COST: $55 to $75 Take some time to to invest in your personal and professional

growth as we celebrate Women in Business at this annual luncheon. l Friday, March 10 Public skating schedule WHEN: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. WHERE: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex, 1914B Mount Albert Rd., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex COST: $6 per person Older adult (50 and older) shinny schedule. Excludes April 7 and 14. l Saturday, March 11 Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Road, East Gwillimbury CONTACT: Brooks Farms, 905-473-3246, http://www.brooksfarms.com/ festivals/maple-syrup-festival/ COST: Admission: $7.97 + hst = $9.00, Kids 2 & under Free The Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms runs weekends

March 4 to mid April.Sugar Bush Open: 9:30am - 4pmTours Begin: 10:00am and run all day long with last tour at 3pmChildren must be accompanied by an adultEvents include: Train or Wagon Ride Self Guided & Authentic Guided Educational Tours Camp Fire in Sugar Bush Colouring Station Maple Sugar Products (additional costs) **NEW** Indoor Pancake House Barnyard Playland (weather permitting) Looking to try something new? Come try Kendo! WHEN: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brad Jones Karate Do, 244 Main St. S., Newmarket CONTACT: newmarket.kendo@gmail.com COST: $25 monthly Kendo is a form of Japanese fencing using wooden and bamboo swords. It is a physical activity that promotes respect, peace and the betterment of oneself.

l Sunday, March 12 Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Road, East Gwillimbury CONTACT: Brooks Farms, 905473-3246, http://www.brooksfarms.com/festivals/maple-syrupfestival/ COST: Admission: $7.97 + hst = $9.00, Kids 2 & under Free The Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms runs weekends March 4 to mid April.Sugar Bush Open: 9:30am - 4pmTours Begin: 10:00am and run all day long with last tour at 3pmChildren must be accompanied by an adultEvents include: Train or Wagon Ride Self Guided & Authentic Guided Educational Tours Camp Fire in Sugar Bush Colouring Station Maple Sugar Products (additional costs) **NEW** Indoor Pancake House Barnyard Playland (weather permitting)

l Monday, March 6 Public Skating Schedule WHEN: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. WHERE: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex, 1914B Mount Albert Rd., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex COST: $6 per person Adult shinny hockey schedule. Excludes Feb. 20 and April 17.

Public Speaking Club Open House (Toastmasters) WHEN: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: Town of Aurora, 100 John West Way, Aurora CONTACT: Sue, 416-238-7966, vppr@toastmastersaurora.org COST: Do you have an upcoming professional or social speech?Do you wish to improve your speaking excellence?

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Children at Albion Library got to participate in a Mad Science show. l Tuesday, March 7 International Women’s Day: Celebrating the Diversity of Women WHEN: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Newmarket Theatre, 505 Pickering Cres., Newmarket CONTACT: bellcrawford@hotmail.com COST: $50 Keynote speaker: Paola Gianturco, international photojournalist and author.Featuring York Region singers and dancers. Supports Women’s Centre of York Region. l Wednesday, March 8 AHS Speaker Series: Ken Purvis, Montgomery’s Inn WHEN: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: Hillary House, 15372 Yonge St., Aurora CONTACT: Erika Mazanik,

5 things to do this weekend l Friday, February 24 Rock Shabbat WHEN: 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Temple Kol Ami, 36 Atkinson Ave., Vaughan CONTACT: jaykowal@gmail.com COST: It’s Kabbalat Shabbat like you’ve never seen it before. Sing and dance your way into Shabbat with SHTYX, Kol Ami’s live band.

Markham PechaKucha Night WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Varley Art Gallery, 216 Main Street Unionville, Markham CONTACT: 905-477-7000 x3261 COST: Pay

what you can. What is a PechaKucha? PechaKucha (the Japanese word for chit-chat) is not your typical slide show: presenters share their ideas in 20 slides x 20 seconds each. Aurora Winter Blues Festival 2017 WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: St. Andrew’s College Theatre, 15800 Yonge St., Aurora CONTACT: aurorawinterbluesfestival.ca/AWBF/Home.html COST: $50 - $60 Experience an upfront and in-

timate evening of live Blues. The Aurora Winter Blues Festival presents ’Lady Plays Guitar’ featuring the Sue Foley Band. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Flato Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Blvd., Markham CONTACT: Unionville Theatre Company, www.unionvilletheatre.com COST: Adult $30; Student/Senior and Groups (15 or more) $25 Action packed, family-friendly comedic musical telling the story about a magical flying car, an

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New look, name awaits soccer Stingers for 2017 season JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com A new name, look and identity are ready to kick off the 2017 season for Aurora’s largest soccer program. Formerly the Aurora Youth Soccer Club, the program will now be known as Aurora FC with a nod to a step toward the future for the organization. "It was time to rebrand and make a change," said Jim Brennan, the executive director for the club which focuses mainly on youth soccer but also has a presence of adult teams and programs. "It’s been (referred to as) youth club since 1964 so now it’s time to move with the times, the game and the culture." The logo maintains the traditional bee and gold and black colours of the club. The modified, streamlined look becomes the face

of the club from entry levels all the way to the League 1 men’s and women’s teams. The Stingers nickname remains as the club’s nickname. Brennan also said the United term, applied to the debut of League 1 teams in 2016, will be dropped. "It’s plain, simple and to the point," said Brennan. "Everyone will wear the same logo. We’re not just a youth club so it’s kind of hard to identify your League 1 and adult teams as part of a youth club."

Brennan said attaching FC to the name follows the lead of soccer programs world-wide. "Over the years there has been no culture of soccer in Canada but now we are seeing what is happening with pro clubs and Major League Soccer clubs across Canada," he said. "There is a whole culture of being a football club globally and FC is a culture. We just want to align with that culture that has come into Canada. A lot of people come here to Canada and have their clubs to follow from where they come from. Brennan said the club is happy to bank on the popularity and 2016 success of the Toronto FC programs for which he once played and served as a coach. "TFC is on a good run, so it’s time," he said. "(Amateur) hockey follows the pro clubs with naming. We’re no different."

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Hurricanes seek to regain form after consecutive losses JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com LAST WEEK: Feb. 20 - Lost 7-1 at Stouffville Spirit . Feb. 19 - Lost 8-6 vs. Trenton Golden Hawks . Feb. 16 - Won 3-1 vs. Lindsay Muskies. COMING UP: Feb. 23 vs. North York Rangers, Ray Twinney Complex, 7:30 p.m. . Feb. 24 at Buffalo Sabres. (End of regular season). GAME NOTES: Brendan Young’s goal in the fourth minute was all Newmarket could muster in a Family Day matinee defeat to the Stouffville Spirit. Against Trenton, Marco Bozzo had a hat trick as the Hurricanes spotted the Golden Hawks a three-goal lead in the opening 12 minutes and trailed 4-2 and 7-3 at the intermissions in a first-round playoff preview. Sheldon Nolan, Quinn Yule and Todd Winder also scored for Newmarket. Yule broke a 1-1 tie just 27 seconds after Lindsay Muskies pulled even and Winder added an empty-net goal at the buzzer. Bozzo had the other Newmarket tally. THE SKINNY: Stouffville claimed the five-game regular season series 3-2 thanks to Monday’s win. The loss to Trenton ended a 12-game undefeated streak for the Hurricanes. The game was meaningless to both sides and neither head coach started his No. 1 netminder. Newmarket lost all four regular season games to the Golden Hawks by an aggregate score of 29-10. Todd Winder and Marco Bozzo have been huge components of the Newmarket offence and are one-two in team scoring. Both are within striking range of 25 goals, Winder requiring one tally and Bozzo, two. Bozzo had eight goals in

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goal against Stouffville. RECORD: 22-25-2-3 . 3rd in North Division, 8th seed in North-East Conference.

LAST WEEK: Feb. 20 Won 6-4 at Orangeville Flyers . Feb. 19 - Lost 5-2 at Whitby Fury. COMING UP: Feb. 23 at Kingston Voyageurs (End of regular season). GAME NOTES: Sebastian Cirillo’s first goal of the season midway through the third period broke a 4-4 tie and sent the Tigers to a come-from-behind victory over the host Orangeville Flyers. Aurora rebounded from a 3-1 first-period deficit to lead 4-3 in the second period as Adam Petric and Luca Esposito netted power play goals and Brandon MacKinnon scored a short-handed marker. Netminder Brayden Lachance had 48 saves. Nik Coric ignited a Whitby Fury outburst that saw the home side score

three times in the opening four minutes to defeat the Tigers. Aurora received goals by Mel Melconian and MacKinnon before the period ended, but Whitby iced the outcome with a pair of third-period tallies. THE SKINNY: Rookie Mel Melconian is close to a couple of personal milestones. He needs two points to reach 60 and two goals for 30. He leads the Tigers in both categories. The Tigers complete the regular season in Kingston seeking double digits in the win column. With Sunday’s win, the Tigers assured they will not finish dead last in the North Division standings. That dubious honour will go to the Pickering Panthers. RECORD: 9-38-2-4 . 4th in North Division, 10th in North-East Conference.

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Whitaker hopes height advantage proves edge at the beach If Caleigh Whitaker was seeking to rise to new heights at the beach this summer, well, she got it right. When it comes to on-court presence her new partner certainly brings that element. After several seasons playing alongside fellow Sharon resident and buddy Kacie MacTavish, Whitaker expects to team with Becky Pavan for the 2017 beach volleyball season. The chemistry is yet to be determined but the look will be totally different. Perhaps a bit intimidating, too. The six-foot-five Pavan provides an element neither MacTavish or Whitaker could offer. It means Whitaker, who is maybe somewhere in the five-footnine range and similar in stature to her former partner, will be required to adjust her game and learn the finer points of being the primary defender on the court. "I think just that height is going to be a barrier for other teams," said Whitaker, who has been a member of the Canadian beach program for the past seven years. "Whether they know her or not they still have to go over higher hands. Her height and ability will change their game." Pavan, a Kitchener resident, attended the University of Kentucky on a volleyball scholarship. She currently is playing indoor volleyball professionally in Poland. Once that season ends in the spring, she will begin adapting her game to beach after a short break.

Whitaker, who turned 27 on Valentine’s Day, teamed with now-retired MacTavish for most of the seven years she has played internationally as a member of Team Canada’s player pool. The self-named White Unicorns had some success on the NORCECA circuit early but haven’t played together since the 2015 season. The tandem never really threatened the top echelons of the Canadian women’s ranks in their time together. Ironically, Pavan’s sister Sarah also returned from indoor pro ranks to kick sand on the beach. The former NCAA women’s player of the year at Nebraska teams with Heather Bansley as an elite Canuck duo. Whitaker, who grew up in the Aurora Storm Volleyball Club, played two domestic tournaments with Becky Pavan last season, finishing second in both in Vancouver and Summerside, PEI. With a late jump on the season, they intend to catch the latter half of the FIVB season which runs until October. "We’ll partner this year and re-evaluate how this year went and how we perform and mesh as a team," she said. "That was a good little start for Becky to get a feel for it on the beach. This about testing the waters." Whitaker understands that the clock is ticking. The goal is, of course, to make strides quickly with an ultimate goal of reaching a level to compete for a berth at the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2020. She

JOHN CUDMORE Cuddy Shark isn’t prepared to give up easily nor can she remain a beach bum forever. "It’s hard on the road," said Whitaker. "You have to see results and improvement to keep it up." Sloppy ball-handling skills Ontario Soccer Association’s lifting of Ontario Player Development League licenses for four clubs for the 2017 season has been anything but graceful. Performance reviews were handed down last fall by the provincial governing body following what normally would be tryout periods for participating members. The lousy timing meant clubs which forfeited licenses, including Woodbridge Strikers and Kleinburg Nobleton Lions, were unfairly left in a state of limbo concerning their futures. A third local club, Glen Shields, didn’t appeal. That suspense was particularly relevant to players on the eight teams - four for each gender from under-13 to 16 - impacted by the initial decision. Their dilemma: wait for the appeal results or seek tryouts

elsewhere. While Kleinburg Nobleton was reinstated on appeal in midJanuary, Woodbridge lost and is now awaiting a Canadian Soccer Association ruling. Even victory at that level of the process will be tempered as players will surely have scattered to other centres, including six still in good stead across York Region. The trickle down is that the door is open to competing programs to raid and poach from set teams in other levels for their top players. It has been a sloppy process to say the least. Notably, the OSA still has yet to issue public comment. Call of the Hall The Aurora Sports Hall of Fame is seeking individuals to participate on its selection panel for its class of 2017 inductions. Nominees are required to have knowledge of the history, traditions, accomplishments and contributions by athletes, coaches and builders and contributors of sport in Aurora. Panel members are required to be available from March to June. Deadline for nominees is Feb. 28 at noon. Information is available by emailing ASHoF executive director Nancy Black by email at executive.director@ashof.ca or by telephone at 647-632-6911. On a related note, induction nominations for the 2017 class are also being accepted until Feb. 28. Inductees will be named in June.

Aurora sport hall calls out for selection panel The Aurora Sports Hall of Fame is seeking individuals to participate on its selection panel for its class of 2017 inductions. Nominees are required to have knowledge of the history, traditions, accomplishments and contributions by athletes, coaches and builders and contributors of sport in Aurora. Panel members are required to be available from March to June. Deadline for nominees is Feb. 28 at noon.Information is available by emailing Aurora Sports Hall of Fame executive director Nancy Black by email at executive.director@ashof.ca or by telephone at 647632-6911. On a related note, induction nominations for the 2017 class are also being accepted until Feb. 28. Inductees will be named in June.

Stingrays’ Murack splashes way to freestyle gold Geoffrey Murack had victories in the 100 and 200-metre freestyle events among six medals at the 2017 Ontario Winterfest swim meet held on the weekend in Etobicoke. Competing in the boys’ category for 12-year-olds, Murack was the top performer among members of the Newmarket Stingrays in what is considered the Ontario provincial championships for swimmers uner 14 years of age. He also collected silver medals in the 50 and 400 freestyle events and the 100 and 200 backstroke. Clubmate Michelle Deak also reached the podium with third-place finishes in the 100 and 200 breaststroke in the 12year-old category.

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JOHN VICTOR STEVEN October 5, 1953 - February 21, 2013

KINZLER, Gertrude Johanna (nĂŠe Scherenzel) October 20, 1922 ( Vienna, Austria) February 17, 2017 (Newmarket, Ontario, Canada) There is no question at the age of 94, Trudy Kinzler lived a full life and touched many lives along the way. Having lived through economic depression, WWII and a move across the ocean to a new home in Canada, she saw and experienced things most today can only imagine or glean from histor y books. Those experiences and the ups and downs that followed made her open to change and left her with some pretty amazing stories. "I am old now and can say anything I want," s h e u s e d to j o k e - a n d s h e r a re l y held back. Working as a nurse both in Europe and after arriving in Ca n a d a , c a r i n g fo r o t h e r s d e f i n e d h e r. S h e s aw p e o p l e fo r w h o t h e y were and possessed an unmatched capacit y for compassion and love. Trudy's kindness and genuine caring disposition was nothing short of inspiring in the face of difficulties which would have easily jaded most. A n av i d re a d e r, p a i n t e r a n d g a r d e n e r, s h e w a s a l o v e r o f a l l living things. Her transparent good nature and dedication to family will remain a guiding light to all she touched during her remarkable j o u r n e y. Pre d e c e a s e d b y h u s b a n d O s c a r, Tr u d y i s s u r v i v e d b y h e r daughter Evie, grandchildren Graeme and Evann, brothers Gunter and Rudy Scherenzel and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, c a r e t a k e r s a n d f r i e n d s . Vi s i t a t i o n will be held from 6-9p.m. on Th u r s d ay, Fe b r u a r y 2 3 rd a t t h e Roadhouse and Rose Funeral Home at 157 Main Street South in Newmarket. Funeral services will be held at the same location at 11 a.m. o n Fr i d a y, Fe b r u a r y 2 4 t h . A b r i e f reception will follow the service.

BAKKER, Juliana Juliana went home to be with her Lord. At Barrie on Sunday, Februar y 19, 2017 in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Gerrit de Goederen, t h e l a t e Co r n e l i u s D e K o n i n g, a n d the late John Bakker. Loving mother of August Planting (Dick), Wilma S h a r p e, J u l i e B e i s h u i ze n ( H a r ve y ) , Peter DeKoning (Adelaide), Ken D e K o n i n g ( S y l v i a ) , We n d y M a i u r i (Joe); step mother of Joanne Bekendam (Jerry), Kathy Lamain (Ron), Paul Bakker (Debbie), and Len Bak ker (Karen). Proud grandmother of 27 grandchildren, predeceased by Ken Vandenberg; great-grandmother of 25 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Adriana M ast (Eliza), and Peter Oorebeek predeceased (G e rd a ) . Vi s i t a t i o n w i l l b e h e l d a t the First Christian Reformed Church, 33 Shirley Ave. Barrie on We d n e s d a y, Fe b r u a r y 2 2 n d , f r o m 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday Februar y 23rd, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11:00 a.m. R e ce p t i o n to fo l l ow. I nte r m e n t H i g h l a n d M e m o r y G a rd e n s, N o r t h York. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to World Vision Canada through the S i m c o e Fu n e r a l H o m e , 3 8 J a m e s Street E. Orillia ON. Messages of condolence are welcomed at www.simcoefuneralhome.ca BELL, Bobcat Bob (Robert Stephen) Passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Februar y 18, 2017, in his 5 3 r d y e a r. Lo v i n g p a r t n e r o f Roxanne Ryan and beloved father of Alexa and Gail. Son of Judith Bennett (Harry) and the late Stephen Bell (Joyce). Brother of Daniel (Ailsa) Bell and Kimberly (Kevin) Madill, brother-in-law to Pa t r i c k ( S i l v a n a ) R y a n a n d D a w n (Mar tin) Magill. Uncle to Reeves, Carson, Kendal, Scott, Madeline, Cameron, Paige and Ava. He will be missed by his family and his many friends. A celebration of Bob's life will be held at Madsen's Greenhouse, 160 Bay view Park way, Newmarket, on Saturday, Februar y 25, 2017 from 2 - 6 p.m. There is a memorial fund set-up in Bob's name a t w w w. g o f u n d m e . c o m / f i r e - d e p t life-saving-equipment.

McINTOSH, Judith Ann Passed into glor y af ter a brave battle with a brief illness on the evening of February 16, 2017. She is now reunited with the love of her life and husband, the late Bill M cI ntosh. Loving M om of Jeff and Dineen McIntosh, Jill McIntosh and Wendy and David Reicher t. Doting and affec tionate Grammy to R andi and William McIntosh and Arden and Cole Reichert. Devoted sister to Debbie Arnold and Stephen and Suzie Ashby. Special aunt to Paula (Dean), Jeanette (Blair) and Jennifer and great-aunt to K aleb, Josh and Kellan. Beloved sister-in-law to Cecile (the late Tom), the late R ita (the late John), Shirley (Bill), Ruth (the late Ed), Sam (Janet), Ann (Don), and Ellen (Fred). Caring Aunt Judy to dozens and dozens of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews in the McIntosh family as well as a devoted cousin and friend. The family would like to give a special thank you to the nurses and doctors at Ross Memorial Hospital ICU and Peterborough Regional Health Centre ICU for the tireless and dedicated care and to Liz Lytle for her love, care and support always shown to Judy. Judy was a servant, a silent warrior with a sensitive spirit, who had the biggest h e a r t a p e r s o n co u l d h ave. S h e i s gone from us, but alive in heaven, f re e f ro m p a i n a n d w i t h h e r Lo rd and Saviour Jesus Christ. Yet she also lives on here... through the unconditional love she invested fully in her family. Visitation was held at t h e M . W. B e c k e r F u n e r a l H o m e , 490 The Queensway S., Keswick, on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, February 22, 2017 from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by the Funeral Ser vice in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment after the Service at Queensville Cemeter y. Donations may be made to Autism Speaks Canada or the Transport for Christ Ministry. View video tribute or sign an online book of condolence at mwbeckerfuneralhome.com

GOVIS, Anna I. (nee Quinsey) Of Newmarket, passed away with family at her side at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Sunday, February 19, 2017 at 96 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Harr y Govis (1982). Loved mother of Drew ( Judy), Sine (Dennis), Cal (I rene), Guy ( Wendy), Nelles (Nikki) and mother-in-law of S a n d y. G r a n d m o t h e r o f K i m , K r i s , Zak , Nevin, Brett, Brooke, M itchell and Ben. Great-grandmother of six. She will be missed by her extended family in England. Anna grew up in Haldimand Count y. She graduated from St. Joseph's School of Nursing, Hamilton, Ontario in 1944 and dedicated over 30 years to vo l u n t e e r i n g w i t h t h e h o s p i t a l a s well as being actively involved with Yo r k Cu r l i n g C l u b, L a w n B o w l i n g, Pr o b i s a n d v a r i o u s g r o u p s i n h e r church. Anna was an avid spor ts enthusiast; enjoyed time at the lake, travelling and attending orchestra and theatre. She enjoyed time spent with her grandchildren and pets, e s p e c i a l l y " S a m my " a n d t h e d o g s. S h e w i l l b e gre a t l y m i s s e d by h e r card group and many friends. Fu n e r a l s e r v i ce w a s h e l d a t S t . Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Newmarket, 484 Water Street, Newmarket on Wednesday, Februar y 22, 2017 at 1 p.m. Expressions of sympathy and donations to Southlake Regional Health Centre, St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Newmarket or a charity of your choice. Condolences and donations may be left online at www.roadhouseandrose.com

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Darlene Preece March 30, 1962 - February 28, 2014

I miss you sweetie.

Ger In loving memory of a loving daughter,

Sandra Lee,

who passed away February 24, 2007.

It's been 10 years since the sad day, The one I love was called away, God took her home, it was His will, But in my heart she liveth still.

Love Mom and Bill

CONLIFFE, Michael Allan March 28, 1985 - February 28, 2002 In Memory of a dear Son and Brother Forever loved and always sadly missed. ~ Mom, Dad, Natalie and Adrian RUMBLE, Kay In Loving Memory February 19, 2016 Dearly missed by Family and Friends "Just see yourself Just see me too Just see us all In a world that is new"

You left us suddenly four years ago at the age of 59. You were and are so very special to us. Our hearts are heavy and our tears keep flowing. We miss you immensely, John! You are irreplaceable! Your legacy includes your selflessness, sincerity, humbleness, sensitivity, passion for life, generosity, compassion, role model, hockey coach, inspiration, family devotion, respectfulness, quick wit, distinguished looks, heart warming smile, and your larger than life personality. Many congratulations to you, John, on posthumously being awarded Hockey Coach of the Year 2012-2013! We are so proud of you!

John, you are one of God's greatest gifts and will always live on in our hearts, cherished memories, and prayers. The world is richer because you left your indelible footprints. With much love, respect and gratitude, your loving sister Elaine, loving nieces Karen (Wallace), Nicole (Mark), Lisa, family, and friends O'ROURKE, Mark Vincent August 26, 1929 - February 15, 2017 I t is with saddened hear ts that we a n n o u n ce t h e p a s s i n g o f M a r k o n Februar y 15, 2017 at the age of 87. H e i s s u r v i ve d by h i s w i fe, G i s e l e ( Fi e re t ) o f 2 6 ye a r s, f ro m Fl o r i d a . Loving and cherished father of Kevin (Marilyn) of Ottawa, Brian (Donna) of Newmarket, (Corky) Christopher ( Tammy) of K itchener, sons with his late wife Gloria (Kahle) of Wallaceburg. He has one surviving brother Dan from Montreal. Mark leaves behind his precious g r a n d c h i l d r e n : J i m m y, G l o r i a Ly n (Michael), Andrew (Jolene), Bradley ( S i g a l i t ) , C o n n o r, S y d n e y, H u n t e r, S h a n e a n d B r a n d o n ( W i l e y ) . Tw o great- grandchildren, Penny and Oliver and many nieces and nephews. He was the son of Edward and Blanche ( Whitesel) of Chatham and predeceased by brothers: Jim, Jack, Larry and sisters: Carmen ( We l l wo o d ) , Pa t r i c i a ( R o e s c h ) a n d Pauline (Jenner). A retiree of Uniroyal-Goodrich with 30 years of service, Mark enjoyed his passions of fishing and gardening whether he was in his winter life in Florida or summers on Erie shore or Por t Severn. A ver y special thank you to the staff at River view Gardens in Chatham for their care of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hunny â&#x20AC;? Mark. You were special angels who assisted our family during the most difficult of times. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memor y of Mark to the Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent. Cherished memories may be shared with the family at: w w w. l i fe t ra n s i t i o n s. c a . At M a r k ' s request cremation has taken place. Prayers and Memorial service will be held at Gregory Drive Church Alliance, 255 Gregor y Drive West in Chatham at 2 p.m. on Februar y 26, 2017. A private family interment ser vice will follow at a future date, in Kitchener.

MITCHELL, Sharon Peacefully passed away at home with her daughter at her side on Monday, Februar y 20, 2017. Sharon Mitchell of Mt. Alber t and formerly of Orillia in her 71st year. Beloved wife of the late Ron Mitchell. Loving mom of Tesha (Rob), Todd (Amanda), Tr a c y ( S h e l t o n ) , R o n ( Ly n n ) , B re t t (Debbie) and Craig. Sharon will be lovingly remembered by her grandc h i l d re n a n d g re a t - g r a n d c h i l d re n . Cherished daughter of Jay and the late Jack Taylor. Dear sister of Greg ( M a r y ) , G r a n t ( Yo l a n d a ) a n d L a n a (G o rd ) . S h a ro n w i l l a l s o b e fo n d l y remembered by her nieces, nephews and many friends. Friends may call at Skwarchuk Funeral Home, 19153 Centre St., Mt. Alber t for visitation on Friday, March 3, 2017 from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. followed by cremation. In Sharon's memory, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. SIMMONS, Kenneth Alan Shane Peacefully passed away, surrounded by his family at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Fr i d a y, Fe b r u a r y 1 7 , 2 0 1 7 . K e n n y Simmons of Holland Landing at 54 ye a r s o f a g e. B e l o ve d s o n o f R o n and the late Shirley (nee Bellar). Loving brother of Marlene (Rick Eberlin) and the late Doug (Kelly). Dear uncle of James, Shawn, Amber and Jazlyn. Sur vived by his aunt S h e i l a N e l s o n . K e n ny w i l l a l s o b e lovingly remembered by his cousins and many friends. Friends called at Sk warchuk Funeral Home, Bradford fo r v i s i t a t i o n . Fu n e r a l s e r v i ce w a s held at the funeral home on We d n e s d a y, Fe b r u a r y 2 2 , 2 0 1 7 a t 11a.m. followed by cremation. In Kenny's memor y, donations may be made to the Stronach Regional Cancer Centre at Southlake Regional Health Centre.

In loving memory of Dorothy Viggiani who passed away February 27, 1999 She has be gone 18 years from our lives, but will never leave the hearts of those who love her. She is missed by her daughter, family and friends.

Scott Cunningham

Roy Cunningham

January 29, 1974 - February 24, 2003

March 16, 1948 - April 11, 2006

In loving memory of a beloved son and brother, husband and father. Dear Scott and Roy, So much has happened since you were both here. We can only imagine what life would have been like if you were still with us. Everyday and always you will be a part of us. Forever you will be missed, remembered and loved. You are the greatest love and loss of our lives. Forever loved and sadly missed, Brenda, Carrie, Kirsty, and Gavin Scott and Charlie Roy Scott and Roy you are forever in our hearts.

ROBINSON, Jane Isobel (nee Balsdon) Passed away suddenly at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, with John by her side, on Sunday, February 19, 2017 at 70 years of age. Loving wife of John Robinson. Beloved mother of Shane and Gareth. Sister of John (Alina) Balsdon, Joyce (Rev. Alan) Ross and sister-in-law to Maxine. Predeceased by her parents Norman and Gladys Balsdon, b ro t h e r R e v. D r. R o n B a l s d o n a n d sister Beverley Melancon. Jane was born in Stratford, Ontario and is a retired R.N. working at Hugh MacMillan Bloorview Rehab Hospital from 1971-2005. She will be missed by her extended family, her aquafit f r i e n d s, c a m p i n g f r i e n d s a n d "o u r S p e c i a l O l y m p i c s f a m i l y ." A Celebration of Jane's life will be h e l d a t a l a te r d a te. D o n a t i o n s i n her memory may be made to Special Olympics Ontario Newmarket and Area.

POULOS, Dennis 1933-2017 Born in Toronto, third son of Denis a n d M a rg a re t (G o rd o n ) , b ro t h e r o f Paul, James, and Douglas, husband to Althea, dear father of beloved and devoted daughter Denna, sons Steven a n d Te d , h a p p y g r a m p s o f A l e x , J u s t i n , C h r i s t o p h e r, A l l i s t e r a n d Michael. 'Denny' passed away Friday morning, Februar y 17, 2017 (after a short stay) at Southlake Health Centre in Newmarket near his H o l l a n d R i ve r h o m e. Th e h o s t a n d p ro p r i e to r o f t h e To ro n to S p a d i n a Hotel Dennis was known for his warmth and calming voice at work and at family gatherings. He truly loved his work, a good day of golf, flowers and nature and he handled a c a m e r a w e l l t o c a p t u r e b e a u t y. See w w w.mountpleasantgroup.com for memorial arrangements.

Darlene Preece In Loving memory of a dear daughter who passed away February 28, 2014. The tears in my eyes I can wipe away, the ache in my heart will always stay. Lovingly remembered by Dad

deVRIES, Gerrit "Gerry" Peacefully passed away at home on S u n d a y, Fe b r u a r y 1 9 , 2 0 1 7 . G e r r y deVries of Newmarket at 93 years of age. Beloved husband of late Loyis ( Tilson) and late Hazel (Sharpe). Loving father of late Clayton ( Theresa). Proud Grandpa of Jennifer ( Jeremie) and Holly. Dear great grandpa of Louis. Dear uncle of Rober t ( Joan) deVries and Peter (Susan) deVries and their families. Fr iends may call at Christ Church, 292 Kettleby Road, Kettleby for visitation on Friday, February 24, 2017 from 1 p.m. until the time of a funeral ser vice at 2 p.m. Interment Kettleby Cemeter y. In Gerr y's memor y, donations may be made to Christ Church, Kettleby. Arrangements entrusted Sk warchuk Funeral Home, Bradford. LAYTON, Pearl Sheila (nee Harbard) Passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at 80 years of age. Loving wife of John. She will be missed by her children, grandchildren, great- grandchildren, brother, extended family and friends. Fu n e r a l s e r v i ce w i l l b e h e l d a t t h e Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket on Saturday, Februar y 25 at 10:30 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. On-line condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com

In loving memory of David J. Mount

October 3, 1946 - February 24, 2016 Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. ~Forever Loved; Monica, Shelley, Tanya and Family

HOLLIDGE, Eleanor May Passed away peacefully with family by her side at S outhlake Regional Health Centre on Februar y 19, 2017 i n h e r 8 6 t h y e a r. L o v i n g w i f e o f Clifford Hollidge for 31 years. B e l ove d m o t h e r o f S a n d re ( B r i a n ) , Gordon (Belinda), Colin (Emily) and Karen (Nick). Proud grandmother of R ya n , S te ve n , M at h e w, K e n d r a , M ik aela, Brendan, Kevin and Liam. Great- grandmother of Jackson and Lena. Friends may call at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. S., Newmarket fo r v i s i t a t i o n o n Fr i d a y, Fe b r u a r y 24th from 12-1:30 p.m. followed by a funeral service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m. I nterment at Newmarket Cemeter y. I n lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer Society. Online condolences at www.roadhouseandrose.com

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Winter does not stand in the way of Kia’s development of the 2017 Stinger, shown here running on a frozen lake that is part of its joint winter testing facility with Hyundai in northern Sweden.

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LEFT: Winter does not stand in the way of Kia’s development of the 2017 Stinger, shown here running on a frozen lake that is part of its joint winter testing facility with Hyundai in northern Sweden. RIGHT: Peter Schreyer, now Kia Motors global president and chief designer, is shown during the unveiling of the GT Concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show six years ago.

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Offer(s) available on select new 2016/2017 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from February 16 to 27, 2017. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing and payments include delivery and destination fees up to $1,740, $10 OMVIC fee, $29 tire fee, and $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes other taxes, paint charges ($200, where applicable), licensing, PPSA, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees, fuel-fill charges up to $100, and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). Other lease and financing options also available. §The $750 AutoShow Bonus can be used towards the purchase or lease of any new 2016 Optima (non-hybrid models), 2017 Optima Hybrid, 2016 Forte Koup, 2017 Forte Koup, 2016 Forte5, 2017 Forte5, 2017 Forte Sedan, 2017 Sportage and 2017 Sorento models. This offer is combinable with all other Kia offers. Discount will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. Some restrictions apply, please see dealer for full details. Offer valid ONLY IN ONTARIO from February 16 to 27, 2017. This offer is available only at participating dealers and is subject to change without notice. ΦRepresentative Financing Example: Financing offer available on approved credit (OAC), on a new 2017 Sorento 2.4L LX FWD (SR75AH)/2017 Sorento 2.4L LX AWD (SR75BH) with a selling price of $28,324/$30,024 is based on a total number of 364 weekly payments of $76/$81 for 84 months at 0.9% with $1,595 down. Offer includes $1,250/$750 loan credit and $0/$1,000 All-Wheel Drive Bonus†. *Cash Purchase Price for the new 2016 Optima LX AT (OP741G) is $19,644 and includes $5,000 cash discount and $750 AutoShow Bonus §. Cash discounts available on the cash purchase of select 2016 models only vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. Some conditions apply. See your Kia dealer for complete details. †Up to $1,000 All-Wheel Drive Bonus amounts are offered on select new, in-stock 2017 Sorento and Sportage models and are deducted from the negotiated cash purchase, finance or lease price before taxes. Offer available from February 1 to 28, 2017 only while quantities last. Amounts vary by trim and model. Offer may be combined with other offers. Certain conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. ≠Representative Leasing Example: Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on the 2017 Forte LX MT (F0541H)/2017 Forte LX+ AT (F0743H)/2017 Sportage LX FWD (SP751H)/2017 Sportage LX AWD (SP752H)/2017 Sorento 2.4L AWD (SR75BH) with a selling price of $17,094/$21,694/$26,774/ $29,074/$31,774 is based on a total number of 169/169/208/208/156 weekly payments of $39/$49/$65/$68/$86 for 39/39/48/48/36 months at 0%/0%/2.9%/2.9%/0% with $0 security deposit, $499/$499/$1,595/$1,595/$0 down payment and first payment due at lease inception. Offer includes $0/$0/$0/$1,000/$1,000 All-Wheel Drive Bonus† and $2,020/$2,500/$500/$0/$500 lease credit. Total lease obligation is $6,559/$8,301/$13,512/$14,059/$13,454 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $8,016/$10,394/$13,368/$14,808/$16,820. Lease has 16,000 km/yr allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2017 Sportage SX Turbo AWD (SP757H)/2017 Forte SX AT (FO747H)/2017 Sorento SX Turbo AWD (SR75IH)/2016 Optima SX Turbo AT (OP746G) is $39,595/$27,295/$42,495/$35,195.The 2016 Sportage received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among small SUVs in the J.D. Power 2016 U.S. Initial Quality Study. 2016 study based on 80,157 total responses, evaluating 245 models, and measures the opinions of new 2016 vehicle owners after 90 days of ownership, surveyed in February-May 2016. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. ΩCompatible smartphone required. Data rates may apply, please check with your wireless service provider. Google, Google Play, Google Maps, and Android Auto are trademarks of Google Inc. Google Maps ©2016 Google. The Bluetooth® wordmark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 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Wheels, Thursday, February 23, 2017

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Improvements all around keep 2017 LaCrosse current Continued from W1 The LaCrosse wears Avenir concept cues, features a new open grille, comes emblazoned with the first version of the resurrected three-colour Buick tri-shield and is offered in four front-wheel-drive (FWD) trim levels - the base LaCrosse ($35,495), Preferred ($39,830), Essence ($42,490) and Premium ($45,050). As with our Premium tester, customers can also bump this car one notch higher by adding the all-new dual-clutch all-wheeldrive (AWD) system ($2,450). On top of that, performance and cosmetic packages, stand-alone options and accessories can push the price up near the $60K mark. Under the hood, all models share a new 3.6-litre direct injection DOHC VVT V6 that makes 310 hp and 282 lb/ft of torque. The V6 responds with a happy pounce of power and with a surprisingly feral yet subdued snarl that contrasts quite nicely with the demure decor and civilized surroundings. Our AWD tester’s fuel economy is rated at 11.6/8.1L/100km (city/hwy), only a slight pump penalty over the FWD model’s 11.2/7.5L/100km (city/hwy). My mix of real world driving averaged 10L/100km (comb), an acceptable result benefitting from the V6’s Active Fuel Management system which lets the engine deactivate two cylinders into V4 mode under light loads. A Stop/Start anti-idling system and the eight-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission have also had an impact. Let me get a little side-tracked here. There’s been some grumbling because the new Electronic Precision Shift eightspeed automatic has a new shift pattern

Coming or going the all-new for 2017 LaCrosse blends elegance with a little sport sedan edge.

The 2017 Buick LaCrosse, gleaming in optional Ebony Twilight Metallic and dressed in top-of-the-line Premium trim with AWD.

and the Start/Stop system does not come with a disabling button. Well, the new transmission saves weight, saves interior space and is holding the exit door for hydraulic shifters of the past, so you might just have to get used to it.

The Premium trim AWD model features leather appointments in Brandy/Ebony combo decor.

And the move to reduce idling is just as inevitable. GM has installed the above technologies in a dozen vehicles already and they should be widespread throughout their lineups by 2020. Yes, there’ll be griping, as with the compulsory introductions of seatbelts, ABS and other seemingly ridiculous innovations at the time. And it can be annoying, piling these things on with your thinning hair, thickening waistline, your computer’s OS upgrading just when you got used to it, even your kids growing up and not listening to you anymore. But the times they are a changin’. Get over it. Having got that out of the way, let’s slip back inside our LaCrosse Premium AWD tester and admire a Brandy/Ebony interior loaded chock-a-block with features that include a programmable Teen Driver mode, a head-up display (HUD), and perforated leather heated & ventilated power-adjustable front seats with a new lumbar massage control added this year. Other goodies include the Intellilink infotainment centre with an eight-inch touchscreen display, navigation, available BOSE audio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot integration and dynamic driver

assist programs - rear cross-traffic alert, side blind zone and lane change alerts, lane keep assist, forward collision alert, rear vision camera and parking assist. Our LaCrosse also adds a Sun Shade package with power panoramic moonroof and rear sunshade and a Driver Confidence package with adaptive cruise, front auto braking, auto park assist and front pedestrian detection, all factors that round off this premium sedan very nicely. Buick may still be a bit player in the bigger overall market but with the brand’s continuing move upscale, and with new concepts like the Avista and the Avenir setting future styling and luxury packaging trends, existing up-to-date and enhanced models like the 2017 LaCrosse, AJAC’s 2017 Best New Large Premium Car, will continue to compete for the attentions of premium product customers.

SPECS AT A GLANCE BODY STYLE: Mid-size to large four-door premium sedan DRIVE METHOD: Front engine, all-wheel drive ENGINE: 3.6-litre direct injection DOHC VVT V6 (310 hp, 282 lb/ft) FUEL ECONOMY: 11.6/8.1L/100km (city/ hwy); as tested 10L/100km (comb) CARGO: 425 litres PRICE: LaCrosse Premium AWD MSRP $47,400. As tested $51,990 incl Sun and Shade Pkg ($2,135), Driver Confidence Pkg 2 ($1,860), Ebony Twilight Metallic ($495). Destination fee ($1,650) not incl. WEBSITE: buick.ca

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*Offer valid February 1 to February 28, 2017. Credit is tax-inclusive and applies to the purchase, lease or finance of an eligible new 2017 vehicle from dealer inventory. In order to be eligible for this incentive, customers must trade in a vehicle that they own (vehicle must have been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive sixty (60) days) to the selling dealer OR terminate their existing lease (any brand) and re-lease an eligible new vehicle. Customers who are terminating an existing GMF lease must enter into a new GMF lease in order to qualify for the Trade-In Bonus Days Credit. Credit amount will vary depending on vehicle purchased: $1000 towards the purchase of a new 2017MY Chevrolet car, crossover, mid SUV, mid pickup, or full size van; or $1500 towards the purchase of a new 2017MY Chevrolet LD/HD pickup or full size utilities. The following vehicles are excluded from this offer: Spark LS, Malibu L, Bolt EV, Camaro ZL1, Colorado 2SA. Customers who do not qualify for Trade In Bonus Days must add a down payment equivalent to the Trade In Bonus Incentive to achieve stated pricing. Customers must take delivery on or before February 28, 2017 to be eligible for this incentive. Limited time offer may not be combined with certain other offers and cannot be redeemed for cash. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to modify, extend or terminate these offers, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. Offer valid at participating dealers to eligible retail lessees in Canada who enter into a lease agreement with GM Financial and who accept delivery between February 1 to February 28, 2017. Eligible 2017 Trax LS Air & Auto: Lease based on MSRP of $24,544 and either $1,000 manufacturer-to-consumer (tax inclusive) Trade-In Bonus or additional $1,000 down payment in lieu of Trade-in Bonus. Bi-weekly payment is $134 for 48 months at 0.5% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $0 down payment is required or equivalent trade is required. ($1,000 down payment is required if not eligible for Trade-in Bonus. Total obligation is $13,951, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $10,043. Eligible 2017 Cruze Sedan LT Auto. Lease based on MSRP of $24,544, either $1,000 manufacturer-to-consumer (tax inclusive) Trade-In Bonus or additional $1,000 down payment in lieu of Trade-in Bonus. Bi-weekly payment is $118 for 48 months at 0.5% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $0 down payment is required or equivalent trade is required. ($1,000 down payment is required if not eligible for Trade-in Bonus). Total obligation is $12,262, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $9,198. Eligible 2017 Silverado 1500 Double Cab Custom Edition 4WD. Lease based on MSRP of $44,869, $500 lease cash (tax exclusive), $2,500 available manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) and either $1,500 manufacturer-toconsumer (tax inclusive) Trade-In Bonus or additional $1,500 down payment in lieu of Trade-in Bonus. Bi-weekly payment is $198 for 48 months at 1.9% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $2,675 down payment is required or equivalent trade is required. ($3,675 down payment is required if not eligible for Trade-in Bonus. Total obligation is $23,304, plus applicable taxes. On all lease offers: Consumer may be required to pay Dealer Fees. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, PPSA, registration, taxes and optional equipment. Excess wear and tear charges not included. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. See your dealer for conditions and details. As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Company to verify eligibility. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Security deposit may be required. Payment may vary depending on down payment/trade. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on a new or demonstrator 2017 CHEVROLET Equinox. Model shown may include optional equipment available at extra cost. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly/Bi-weekly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $20,000 at 0.99% APR, the monthly payment is $247 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $748, total obligation is $20,748. Freight and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. 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See dealer for details.1U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). 2Vehicle user interfaces are products of Apple and Google and their terms and privacy statements apply. Requires compatible smartphone and data plan rates apply. 3Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Service plan required. Available 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot requires WPA2 compatible mobile device and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T. Services vary by model, service plan, conditions as well as geographical and technical restrictions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Vehicle must be started or in accessory mode to access Wi-Fi. 4The Chevrolet Equinox received the highest numerical scores among compact SUVs in the J.D. Power 2016 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, based on responses from 33,560 U.S. original owners of 2013 model-year vehicles after three years of ownership about problems experienced in the past 12 months, surveyed in October–December 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. 5The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among large light duty pickups in the proprietary J.D. Power 2016 Initial Quality Study.SM Study based on responses from 84,367 new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2016. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. 6Requires Double Cab LTZ 2WD or Crew Cab Short Box LTZ 2WD with available 6.2L V8 engine and Max Trailering Package. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. 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Power 2016 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, based on responses from 33,560 U.S. original owners of 2013 model-year vehicles after three years of ownership about problems experienced in the past 12 months, surveyed in October-December 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com **The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2017 MY Chevrolet, Buick, or GMC vehicle (excluding Spark EV), with an AC Delco oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 48,000KMs, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM Dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. 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VW Touareg is a solid SUV for families Mike Johnston Metroland Media Back in 2004, my wife and I took our three young kids to Disney World for the first time. It was a fantastic trip, with the drive made more comfortable with an SUV I had on loan from General Motors. But it was another SUV that caught my eye the deeper we went into the United States. Volkswagen had just introduced its Touareg and I remember noticing them almost everywhere we went. Thirteen years later, and the Touareg is still a solid performer for Volkswagen.

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I can attest to its ability to handle snow and ice as we had some of the worst weather we have had this winter during my week in it.

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I recently had the Execline version of the Touareg and I can attest to its ability to handle snow and ice as we had some of the worst weather we have had this winter during my week in it. The Touareg comes in three trims: Sportline, Wolfsburg Edition and the top of the line Execline.

The 2017 Touareg won’t win any style prizes but it is a solid SUV offering plenty of room for families with a comfortable drive.

All three are powered by the same 3.6–litre engine which produces 280 hp and 266 lb/ ft of torque. I have read some other reviews about the Touareg noting the horsepower falls below its competitors but I never once felt that I didn’t have enough power for passing or staying up with traffic on the highways during my week behind the wheel. The engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic tiptronic transmission and I was glad for the 4Motion all wheel-drive system

While the exterior of the Touareg isn’t exciting, the same can’t be said for the interior. The cabin is well laid out with comforts galore.

which directs power to the wheels with the best traction, keeping you moving in the worst weather conditions. The 4Motion is standard on all Touaregs. Also standard on the Touareg is the eightway adjustable power front seat with lumbar support for both the driver and passenger (14-way adjustable in the Execline) and an automatic post-collision braking system. I also liked the auto hold feature on the Touareg. With it on, should you stop the car and forget to put it into park, or your foot slips from the brake, the auto hold system will keep the brakes applied until you put your foot on the gas pedal. The Execline line seriously bumps up the features in the Touareg starting with 20-inch alloy wheels, which give this SUV a very rugged stance. Other extras with the Execline include leather seating surfaces, easy open power tailgate, park distance control, safety features such as lane assist and side assist, adaptive cruise control and a panoramic sunroof. One of my favourite features on the Execline was the 360-degree aerial view the front, back and side cameras are able to provide. It helped a few times in tight spots and I often wondered if VW had a satellite following the SUV to provide the view. I’ve written in the past about how much I like Volkswagen’s infotainment system and the Touareg is no exception. The eight-inch touchscreen was easy to use as was the navigation system. Today’s car manufacturers are offering SUVs that have taken families away from

minivans. They offer numerous safety features and plenty of room for five. If you have more in your family, you can get an SUV with third-row seating. For some families it is the small things an SUV offers that makes them choose one for their family. While the Touareg won’t win any prizes for its almost bland exterior, it is the interior where the Touareg shines. It has clean lines, is stylish and every control is in the right place. At $65,460 the Execline Touareg is out of range for many families but if you can afford it, this SUV is worth a serious look if comfort, style and safety are high on your wish list.

SPECS AT A GLANCE BODY STYLE: Four-door mid-size SUV DRIVE METHOD: Front-engine, 4Motion with eight-speed tiptronic transmission ENGINE: Front-engine, 4Motion with eightspeed tiptronic transmission FUEL ECONOMY: (Regular) 13.8/10.4/L/100 km, city/highway CARGO: (GT) 908 litres behind rear seat, 1,812 litres folded. TOW RATING: 7,716 lbs PRICE: $65,460 Execline; $60,890 Wolfsburg Edition; $51,960 Sportline WEBSITE: www.VW.ca

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Aston Martin powerboat debuts in Miami After making its world premiere in Monaco last September, the prototype Aston Martin AM37 powerboat was shown for the first time in North America at Yachts Miami Beach on Collins Avenue (February 16-20). Entering its 29th year, the exhibition is home to the largest mega-yacht collection in the world and the unveiling of the first Aston Martin powerboat is set to be one of the highlights of the show. The AM37 – which can carry up to eight people – is the ultimate day cruiser, designed and crafted with meticulous attention to detail, superior levels of workmanship and an incredible degree of sophistication. The boats are built at the UK premises of Quintessence Yachts to an extremely high standard. The sliding deck benefits from unique technology, which allows owners to completely cover and uncover the cockpit of the boat at the touch of a button. The wraparound windscreen is made from a single piece of sculpted glass fluidly draped over the AM37’s foredeck. With its extreme double curvature, the windscreen sets a new industry standard. An electro-hydraulic carbon fibre bimini top is stowed above the engine hatch when not in use and a swim platform extending from the aft deck allows for easy access to the water. At the helm, the AM37’s carbon fibre dashboard echoes styling elements from Aston Martin’s most advanced sports cars. It includes the finest leather with functional The prototype Aston Martin AM37 powerboat made its debut recently at Yachts Miami Beach. features, such as the steering wheel, throttle handles and joystick in polished metal. The 37-foot model is available in two speed of 45 knots and a choice of two 370 hp line engines, and the AM37S version with an hp Mercury gasoline engines. versions - the AM37 with an estimated top Mercury diesel or two 430 hp Mercury gaso- estimated 50 knots derived from its twin 520 — Metroland Wheels

Ford building super wind tunnel complex Consumers’ appetite for vehicles with greater fuel efficiency and performance has led Ford to invest in a new aerodynamic testing complex that will house a next-generation rolling road wind tunnel and stateof-the-art climatic chamber. The new facility will come complete with testing advancements that better match the technological development of Ford products – both production vehicles and racing vehicles. The new wind tunnel complex will sit on 13 acres next to Ford’s current Driveability Test Facility in Allen Park, Michigan. The complex will house new innovative technology that delivers state-of-the-art real-world driving simulations to advance improvements in fuel economy. Construction starts this year. Ford’s new wind tunnel complex better positions its engineers to conduct testing that proves out advancements in vehicle design.

A new five-belt conveyor system can replicate real-world drag through a rolling road aerodynamic tunnel that enables Ford to bring the road to the vehicle, rather than the vehicle to the road. To test for optimal fuel efficiency, each wheel gets its own belt. The massive fifth belt runs under the center of the vehicle, allowing airflow around the entire vehicle at speeds up to 250 km/h. As a part of the rolling road belt cartridge system, a crane will be used to switch between the five belt and single belt systems – an industrial-sized plug-and-play approach bringing two testing methods into one. The single belt – which operates at up to 322 km/h – opens up a new breed of testing for high-speed performance and racing vehicles. The climatic chamber can get as low as minus 40 degrees Celsius, colder than the Arctic, and as high as 60 degrees Celsius, hotter than the Sahara. — Metroland Wheels

LEFT: Ford’s new wind tunnel complex will feature all-new rolling road aerodynamic tunnel, an environmental simulation facility with airflow up to 322 km/h.

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Kia Stinger winter testing in Lapland Continued from W1 All of this led me and one other Canadian 740 kms north of Stockholm, Sweden, to the town of Arjeplog in the heart of Lapland and the site of Hyundai/Kia’s winter testing facility. Covering hundreds of hectares, it is operating by Mobis, the main parts and logistics supplier to the Korean automakers. It consists of a track, split pavement/ ice road, buildings, a restaurant (no less) and the frozen lake about the size of Lake Simcoe, all of which is owned and operated solely by Mobis. Here vehicles are put through the winter rigours to test and fine-tune handling, ABS, traction control, electronic stability control and AWD. Two British journalists both asked why it was really necessary to test in the winter and they were soon to find out. When the Stinger arrives late this year, there will be two versions differentiated by engine, the first of which is a 2.0-litre twin turbo direct injection four-cylinder with 252 hp and 260 lb/ft of torque. The other is a 3.3-litre twin turbo direct injection V6 with 365 hp and 376 lb/ft. The 2.0-litre hits 0-100 km in 6.0 seconds and the 3.3-litre in 5.1 seconds. A new eightspeed automatic transmission is standard. Stinger is being built in rear- and allwheel-drive configurations, but I suspect Canada will only see the AWD because most of its rivals offer some form of AWD. Out on the ice, the handling and braking of the Stinger was prodigious during a number of exercises - one of which was going through a slalom set of cones. The drivetrian is set up to run in two modes – Comfort for more stability and grip and Sport, which lets it handle more like a RWD car. In Sport it is 10 per cent more responsive and the paddle activated transmission

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