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Sutton Legion hosts centennial Vimy parade HEIDI RIEDNER hriedner@yrmg.com Royal Canadian Legion members from across York Region and Simcoe County will be among an expected 500 marchers in a historic parade to the Sutton Cenotaph commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge April 9. The First World War battle in France April 9-12, 1917, in which 3,600 Canadians were killed and 10,500 were wounded, is considered a defining moment in Canadian history. "It was the first time all four divisions of the Canadian Corps fought as a unit side-by-side on the same battlefield, " Royal Canadian Legion zone commander Crystal Cook explains, adding regiments from coast to coast saw action together in a distinctly Canadian triumph, helping create a new and stronger
sense of Canadian identity in our country. Canada’s military achievements during the war raised the country’s international stature and helped earn Canada a separate signature on the Treaty of Versailles that ended the First World War. As Zone E2 commander and Georgina resident, Cook is honoured the Sutton Legion was named host to centennial celebrations for all nine branches of the zone, including Aurora, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, WhitchurchStouffville, Lefroy and Bradford. The event is expected to draw more than 500 marchers, including close to 400 cadets representing the Queen’s York Rangers and Canadian Forces Base Borden. Members of York Regional Police’s mounted unit, as well as Upper Canada Cavalry located in
King City, will be dressed in First World War military attire for the parade. Members of the Chippewas of Georgina Island are also expected to participate. Cook hopes the anniversary and numerous commemorative events throughout the country and abroad will help people appreciate what the thousands of soldiers went through during those four days a century ago. "It’s very important for Canadians, especially young people, to know what happened there," she says. "We wouldn’t be living in the country we are today if all those soldiers hadn’t done their service." The April 9 parade will march off from The Link at 1:30 p.m. down High Street to the Sutton Cenotaph for a 2 p.m. service followed by a reception at RCL Branch 356 Sutton.
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Royal Canadian Legion, Sutton Branch 356 third vice-president Art Arsenault (left) and sergeant-at-arms Rod Beswick prepare for the parade to mark the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge at the Sutton Cenotaph. The parade, taking place April 9, is expected to draw legion members, military personnel, York Regional Police officers and other participants from across York Region.
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(Clockwise from top) An overview of popular pickleball action at the Pan Am Centre in Markham; Ellanna Whitaker of Newmarket and her pickleball partner, Holly Walker of Markham, both lunge for a ball hit over the net at the Pan Am Centre in Markham; Connie Green reacts to her bowl missing the jack. Watching are Keswick Club 55 carpet bowling competitors Elsie Harrington (from left to right), Joe Smyth, Rocco Di Mambro, Carol Klahm and Ren Gazley. Creighton points to an integrated leisure services master plan unveiled in 2010, which included sensitivity and sensibility toward a rapidly aging population. That strategy works in sync with the Region of York’s strategies for seniors’ needs and issues, including housing and transit. Markham’s five senior adults clubs have approximately 4,800 members. And many more figure to be on the way. "We know we have to get ready for growth in that age group and one strategy is becoming an age-friendly community," said Creighton. Markham’s facilities are fully accessible. Programming includes an extreme range of activities from cards and crafts to more physically demanding
sports such as volleyball, she said. Sometimes it is as simple as redesigning playing surfaces with lines corresponding to the introduction of new activities. For instance, the Aariin Community Centre and Library, due to open in Markham this fall, will include lines for pickleball on its court surfaces, in addition to traditional court sport lines. In Newmarket and Georgina, at least one set of two tennis courts in each municipality have been reconfigured into pickleball courts. The racquet sport combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis, but is played on a smaller surface and a lower net. "Pickleball is a growing sport and one of the fastest
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posed multi-use recreation facility in the south end of Keswick will be designed with seniors’ needs in mind. "Georgina has one of the highest rates of seniors’ participation," said director of recreation and culture Robin McDougall. "We are responding to this very active group. It’s now a more active group than ever and we have to be more creative to meet their needs. The regular standbys such as cards, billiards and darts are sharing the spotlight with carpet bowling, shuffleboard and yoga, among other activities. "It’s definitely a more active (age group) than even 15 years ago," said McDougall. "It’s a younger senior that wants to be more active." The message is plain and simple: Play on!
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$90K harbourfront study in works for Jackson’s Point HEIDI RIEDNER hriedner@yrmg.com A $90,000 Jackson’s Point harbourfront redevelopment study commissioned by the town should address a number of concerns raised by area residents after the sale of Bonnie Boats to a commercial real estate holding company earlier this month. "I feel like a mosquito in a nudist colony. I know what to do, but I don’t know where to begin," Wayne Phillips told council last week on behalf of the Malone Road Residents Association. He raised a number of concerns, including the fact the property would no longer operate as a marina and public boat launch site, the potential loss of Bonnie Park as a public park, unauthorized soil testing undertaken by the investment company on the town
testing performed at Bonnie Park three weeks ago by a company contracted by MSR Lalu Jackson’s Point Inc. was unauthorized. To prepare the town to be an informed approval authority with respect to future development applications, the town will retain The Planning Partnership to complete the technical component of the redevelopment plan. In conjunction with the Ontario Water Centre, it will facilitate a public consultation process. "We want to retain public access to the park and enjoyment of waterfront opportunities. That would be our goal throughout this process," McDougall said. The plan will look at all aspects, including public interests, boating community, marine operations and park and waterfront improvements.
owned park and the likelihood the former marine property would remain fenced off like other "stalled" developments in the area. "It seems there is a big disconnect when it comes to communication," he added. "This is a big deal for all of us here in this room and all the residents of Georgina. Moving forward, I encourage you to be open and honest and fully disclose." Jackson’s Point resident Larry Rudd agreed, saying he’s "angry" regarding what he perceives to be a lack of full disclosure to date. "You can’t do things without talking to the people." Town recreation and culture director Robin McDougall, however, said the town has full intent of engaging all stakeholders in the process and that soil
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Federal offender wanted for parole breach TIM KELLY tkelly@yrmg.com The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as result of their Breach of Parole. Rowan Atkins is described as a black man who is 28, 6 feet tall and 172 pounds. He is serving a 71-month
sentence for possession of a firearm and possessing a firearm while prohibited. Atkins is known to frequent the city of Toronto and York Region. Anyone having contact with Atkins or information in regard to his whereabouts is asked to contact the Provincial R.O.P.E. Squad on 416-808-5900 or toll free on 1866-870-ROPE (7673) or Crime Stoppers on 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or call 9-1-1.
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Tax deductible contributions to the pound are greatly appreciated. To adopt a pet from the Georgina Animal Shelter telephone 905-722-3452 or drop by the shelter on Civic Centre Road. Open Mon. to Fri. from 8:30am to 5:30pm and Sat. 8:00am to 12:00noon. Dogs from the centre must be licensed before they are taken off the premises. Visit one of our websites at: Hugo has been awaiting for his forever home to come along since February 2nd. He is a very sweet and affectionate cat however he would be best in a home with no other animals as he prefers to be the only one.
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Are tougher fines required for distracted drivers? The symbolism was perhaps a bit heavy handed, but the message was crystal clear. In the continuing effort by police to convince drivers that texting or talking on cellphones while behind the wheel can be disastrous, Toronto police put a hearse into service as an unmarked vehicle on Feb. 21. The grim visual, part of a weeklong effort to combat distracted driving in the city, was intended to convey the message to motorists that using mobile hand-held devices could land you or someone else in that sombre vehicle, so common to funeral It’s important to processions. If the approach seems point out that dramatic, it’s important to point out that authorities authorities are are fighting an uphill battle when it comes to ending fighting an distracted driving, as they uphill battle are with impaired driving, decades of powerful when it comes to despite messaging and RIDE camending distracted paigns. Last year, police observed driving. the phenomenon become even more common than drunk driving. By the end of August last year, there were 38 distracted-driving deaths, compared to 19 impairedrelated fatalities. Overall, 2016 saw 309 traffic fatalities on OPP-patrolled roads, up from 301 the year before, and distracted driving was one of the main causes. In Ontario, texting, talking into a hand-held mobile device, even eating while driving, can result in a fine between $490 and $1,000, plus the loss of three demerit points. A ticket can also result in a $200 or more uptick on your insurance bill. Distracted driving has been illegal in this province since 2009. Insurance Bureau of Canada statistics show that a driver is 23 times more likely to be involved in a collision if texting while driving and four times more likely if talking on a cellphone. Eighty per cent of collisions involve some sort of driver inattention. But drivers continue to do it. A Canadian Automobile Association survey, conducted late last year, revealed that 33 per cent of Canadians admit to texting at red lights. If stiffer penalties are what’s required (Transport Minister Marc Garneau is calling for national standards on fines) then they should be implemented. We can’t allow distracted drivers to continue to make our roads more dangerous.
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The conventional sources are required to provide the stability of a baseload to the grid and to ensure the grid provides sufficient electricity when the wind is not blowing and the sun is not shining. In other words, there first must be enough conventional sources of electricity to meet consumers’ demand. Then, one can add (and this is not cheap to do) intermittent sources of power to the grid. The Auditor General for Ontario, in at least two reports, has quantified the billions of dollars that this scenario has needlessly cost Ontarians. Similar experiences have occurred around the world. Australian politicians are in panic mode because the government’s actions to shut down conventional generating sources in fa-
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demonstrated that, for every job created by "green" power, two to four jobs were lost. Mr. Brooks might also like to explain why some other jurisdictions are not enthusiastic about "green" power. Just one, for instance: there are 1,500 to 2,000 coalfired plants under construction or planned for China, other parts of Asia, and the Middle East for completion between now and 2020. I consider that a major refutation of Mr. Brooks’ statements about the costs of green power. Speaking as an Ontario ratepayer and taxpayer, we need to vigorously push back against the egregious myths that Mr. Brooks and those of his ilk have been perpetrating on us. Francis Bowkett Woodbridge
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HEIDI RIEDNER hriedner@yrmg.com Charlene Biggerstaff is Georgina’s new Ward 1 councillor after edging out closest competitor Mike Waddington by 19 votes in Monday’s byelection. An emotional and overwhelmed Biggerstaff thanked everyone who voted and who aided her campaign and said she is humbled and honoured to represent the riding at the council table. "You have my word, I will work hard for everyone," she said after being declared the unofficial win-
ner Monday night. The two front runners captured most of the vote, with Biggerstaff claiming 369 votes to Waddington’s 350. Only 1,162 people out of the 9,260 eligible voters in the municipality’s most densely populated riding cast a vote. Monday’s numbers reflect an abysmal showing in terms of voter turnout, which for byelections historically run much lower than election averages hovering around the 40 per cent margin. While the obvious intent is always to elect the best
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Charlene Biggerstaff celebrates her victory Monday night after the Ward 1 byelection. person for the job, Georgina is ahead of the curve when it comes to women in local government.
After being sworn in Wednesday, Biggerstaff is the third sitting member of the seven-member council,
which includes Mayor Margaret Quirk and regional Coun. Naomi Davison. Women in Canada represent 18 per cent of mayors and 28 per cent of councillors, according to the latest statistics from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). That represents an average of 26 percent of the 24,113 elected officials, of which 5,926 are women. In 2005, FCM established a Standing Committee on Increasing Women´s Participation in Municipal Government to seek and support initiatives to increase women´s political participa-
tion in municipal government. The committee, composed of 24 elected municipal officials from across Canada, is working to ensure women make up 30 per cent of municipal councils by 2026. The United Nations defines 30 per cent as the minimal percentage of women required for government to reflect women’s concerns. Based on current statistics, Canada would need 1,408 more women in elected office today to reach the 30 per cent target. Monday night, Georgina made that number 1,407.
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Reach top mileage on your car with it still going strong Many drivers may find the idea of keeping a vehicle that has surpassed the 150,000 kilometre mark preposterous. However, perhaps due to the rising cost of new vehicles, many drivers now recognize the benefits of keeping their vehicles for the long haul. According to Polk research, many of today's drivers are keeping their cars for longer periods of time, with the average age of all cars on the road being 11 years. In October of 2011, Joe LoCicero saw his 1990 Honda Accord crack the one million mile mark, a feat for which Honda awarded him a new Accord and a parade in his hometown. There are many benefits to keeping a car longer, including the financial impact of such a decision. In a recent survey and study from Consumer Reports, the savings of keeping a vehicle for 360,000 kilometres over 15 years versus purchasing and financing an identical model every five years equated to a savings of more than the original purchase price of the car. A person can potentially save $20,000 or more on a properly maintained older car. Keeping a car running beyond 360,000 kilometres was once pure luck. Cars made 10 to 20 years ago might not have been up to the task. But
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cob Gal hopes the town’s Main Street will be the perfect venue for a familyfriendly parade and afterparty at Riverwalk Commons on June 17. Meantime, another organization, PFLAG York, is working with the Town of Richmond Hill to create a separate Pride event June 3 in a new location in Richmond Hill, adjoining the Elgin Barrow arena "This is a new initiative for us," said Amanda Knegje, president of PFLAG, the region’s LGBTQ support, resource and education network. "We’ve always been very supportive of Pride Fest . It’s great seeing growth, and multiple events, especially when it involves both north and south York Region." Earlier this year, Richmond Hill had informed Pride Fest that the parade could not take place in its
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usual spot on Yonge due to traffic issues, costs to the town, impact on local business and poor attendance. Instead, the town offered an alternate route: a side street in the village core and nearby park. Since 2013, the Town of Richmond Hill provided support to the parade and was the first in York Region to proclaim Pride Week. "Richmond Hill is a very, very inclusive community and we did our best to work with [Pride Fest] . We absolutely support Pride," said town spokesperson Meeta Gandhi. But Gal said local support for the event had declined in recent years and it was time to move on. Gal said he’d tried to encourage local business involvement, asking them to post a parade flyer in their window, "but I felt like I was annoying them. I only ever saw it in one window Pharmasave".
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The pharmacy, two other businesses and the Falcon and Firkin were their only supporters in the Richmond Hill village, he said. On the other hand, he said, Newmarket businesses have responded with enthusiasm. "I don’t want to be tarring everyone with the same brush but there are very different ethnic demographics between the two downtowns . Before we even started planning the festival in Newmarket we were getting more support there. The visual atmosphere will be very different, much more rainbows, engagement from businesses." Glenn Wilson, BIA chairperson and owner of Canada T, welcomes the event and anticipates a decorated village with rainbow flags in flowerpots. "After all," he said, "it’s a whole new day and age."
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Tom Zielinski, owner of Bike Sports located at the north end of the Main Street parade route, agrees. When Zielinski left a communist regime to emigrate to Canada, he said he embraced the diversity and freedom here. "We have to move forward. These millennials, they are smart cookies. We give them so little credit but they have so much common sense. They are walking with the world in their pocket." Gal said the Newmarket Farmers Market has partnered with the event and there are plans for giveaways, draws, storytelling in the story pod featuring work by LGBT+ authors and performances on the Riverwalk Commons stage. The artisans festival run by the Lions Club is set for the same weekend at nearby Fairy Lake. "When you have multi-
said. But some businesses in Richmond Hill weren’t so sure. Mehrdad Sabouhi, BIA chair in Richmond Hill, said local businesses want events in their village but some don’t view the parade as family oriented. Others disagree with closing Yonge street - and losing business - for several hours. Michele Brunet, owner of Unwind Yarn House in Newmarket, understands their concern about lost business - she says it’ll hurt her, too, when Main Street is closed - but she believes it is worth it. "In the long run it benefits me because it lets people know about this area. It brings vibrancy and shows Newmarket is an inclusive community." For information on Pride Fest, visit yorkpridefest.com For information on PFLAG, visit pflagyork.ca
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l Saturday, April 1 Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Rd., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: 905-473-3246 COST: Admission: $9, kids two and younger free The Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms features sugar bush tours and family activities 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
British Home Children Presentation WHEN: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. WHERE: Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket CONTACT: Eman W. Campbell Museum, 905-9535314, elmanmuseum@rogers.com COST: The Elman W. Campbell Museum presents an exhibit on British Home Children, with a presenta-
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Southlake Cinemania WHEN: 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Silvercity Newmarket, 18151
Yonge St., Newmarket CONTACT: www.southlakecinemania.com COST: $10 per film, $77/eight Advance ticket purchase at the Holland Landing or Mount Albert libraries. Last-minute tickets are sold at 6:30 p.m. l Tuesday, April 4 Georgina Pins and Needles Guild WHEN: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: Knox United Church - Sutton, 34 Market St., Georgina CONTACT: J905-722-5800 COST: Membership $30 - Visitor $5 Quilters, knitters, crocheters and stitchers are welcome, whether you’re a beginner or expert. l Friday, April 7 First Fridays at the Village WHEN: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. WHERE: Georgina Pioneer Village and Museum, 26557 Civic Centre Rd., Georgina CONTACT: 905-4764301 COST: Explore some of the mysterious oddities in the collection and learn how the organization classifies them and the steps taken to resolve these conundrums.
5 things to do this weekend l Friday, March 31 Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival 2017 - Kortright WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Kortright Centre for Conservation, 9550 Pine Valley Dr., Vaughan CONTACT: 416-667-6295 COST: Admission applies Enjoy demonstrations, wagon rides, activities, and of course pancakes and real maple syrup. Runs March 31, April 1 and 2.
Newmarket Home & Lifestyle Show 2017 WHEN: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. WHERE: Ray Twinney Recreation Complex, 100 Eagle St. W., Newmarket CONTACT: 905-898-5900 COST: Admission - $5.00 per person, Kids under 12 - Free March 31 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., April 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and April 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. l Saturday, April 1 Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Rd., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: 905-473-3246 COST: Admission:
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l Friday, March 31 Blood Donor Clinic WHEN: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. WHERE: Sutton Kinsmen Hall, 1 Fairpark Ln., Georgina CONTACT: 1-888236-6283 COST: "March" yourself into a blood donor clinic to #GiveLife. 100,000 NEW donors neededthis year. Please be one of them. Visit www.blood.ca to book online or download the GiveBlood app.
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$9, kids two and younger: free The Maple Syrup Festival at Brooks Farms features sugar bush tours and family activities. Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival 2017 - Bruce’s Mill WHEN: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. WHERE: Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area, 3291 Stouffville Rd., WhitchurchStouffville CONTACT: 416.667.6295, ext. 1 COST: Admission applies Enjoy demonstrations, wagon rides, activities.. and of course
pancakes and real maple syrup. Runs April 1 and 2. MapleFest on the Farm WHEN: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. WHERE: Willowgrove, 11737 McCowan Rd., Whitchurch-Stouffville CONTACT: miriam@willowgrove.ca COST: $5, pancakes available for purchase Learn about maple syrup, visit the sugar shack, take a wagon ride, see the new baby lamb in the barn, play in the hayloft and eat pancakes with maple syrup.
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Career Opportunities The Town of Georgina is currently hiring for the following position(s): Aquatics Positions: Open Lead Recreation Facilitators 1-3 Programs: Open Sports Instructors 1-4 Programs: Open Challenge Course Facilitators 1-13: Open Director of Library Services/CEO: March 30 Summer Programming Assistant: April 19 Historical Interpreter: April 19 Archives Assistant: April 19 Visit georgina.ca or view our job posting board at the Georgina Civic Centre for more information and application instructions.
At the Library Georgina FanFest 2 Saturday, April 1 Keswick Library, 90 Wexford Drive, Keswick 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For all ages | Drop-in | Costumes encouraged It’s going to be even bigger and better than last year. Our FanFest is dedicated to film, graphic novels, comics, gaming, fan culture, and other related pop art forms. Its goal is to honour and celebrate the historic and ongoing contribution of fandom to literacy, art, and culture. You do not need to register for this family-friendly event. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Activities include: • Build-a-wand in Ollivanders Shop • Action figure paper crafts • LEGO construction, video gaming • Character “VS.” cage match • Costume Parade at 2 p.m. • Quiet Room for adults with free refreshments hosted by the Friends of the Library
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Blood Donor Clinic Friday, March 31 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Spring is here! Bounce on into a blood donor clinic to Give Life. Did you know that one in two Canadians will either need blood or know someone who will at some point in their lives. The Canadian Blood Services needs 100,000 new donors this year. Be one of them! Visit blood.ca to book online or download the GiveBlood app.
First Fridays at The Village Friday, April 7 Georgina Pioneer Village, 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $10 per person | Barcode: 10906 For adults (18+) | Light refreshments Explore some of the mysterious oddities in our collection and learn how we classify the ‘unknown’ and the steps we take to resolve these conundrums. Have your own mystery item? Bring it with you and together we will brainstorm, research and hopefully solve your own mystery!
Easter Swim 9th Annual In-Water Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 15 Georgina Leisure Pool, 5279 Black River Road, Sutton
11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Join us for FREE Easter Activities in the Black River Public School Gym 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. *Regular admission fee and policy applies to swims. Lane swims and the water slide will not be available during this time.
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As spring yard clean-up is around the corner, the Georgina Fire Department reminds residents that a burn permit is required for open air burning. Permits can be purchased for $35 at the Keswick Fire Station, Georgina Civic Centre or at the Pefferlaw Library. Annual permits expire on December 31 each calendar year. For more information about open air burning, visit georgina.ca
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Public Notices 2017 Mosquito Program Notice Of Ground and Aerial Larvicide Application For The Control of Larval Mosquitoes For Nuisance Control From April 1 to May 31, GDG Environnement Ltée. will apply a biological larvicide by air and ground to stagnant water to control larval mosquitoes that impact the residents in Georgina, east of Weir Sideroad. The applications are weather dependent and are likely to occur closer to April 15. The program will use multiple applications of the biological larvicides VectoBac 200G (PCP #18158, granular) and VectoBac 1200L (PCP #21062, liquid). The granular will be applied by helicopter and the liquid by truck mounted and backpack applicators. The treatment area map and program details are available from the Town’s Operations Division or on our website. For more information about the larvicide application, please email GDG Environnement Ltée at gdg.environnement@gdg.ca or call 1-877-227-0552 (toll free).
Notice of Bylaw Amendments The following bylaws were amended at the Wednesday, March 22 Council Meeting: 1) By-law 2004-0078 (PWO-2) has been amended with By-law 2017-0024 (PWO02). The change is in regards to the installation of new entrances and extensions: The work is now the responsibility, and at the expense of the applicant, and must meet Town standards. For more information, visit the Driveway Entrance Permit section on our website. 2) The Fees and Charges By-law 2010-0074 (AD-5) has been amended with By-law 2017-0025 (AD-5) to add fees as follows: a. Road Occupancy Permit: $100.00 b. Municipal Consent: $450.00 c. Entrance Permit $200.00 d. Municipal Services Fee Cost plus 15 per cent Administrative Charge For more information, visit the Utility Locates and Municipal Consent section on our website.
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PROCEEDING COMMENCED UNDER subsection 17(36) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended Appellant:
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NOTICE OF PREHEARING CONFERENCE The Ontario Municipal Board will conduct a prehearing conference respecting this matter. If you do not attend the prehearing conference, the Ontario Municipal Board may proceed in your absence and you will not be entitled to any further notice of these proceedings. TIME AND PLACE OF PREHEARING CONFERENCE A prehearing conference will be held at: 10:00 AM on: Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at: Town of Georgina Municipal Building, Council Chambers 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, Ontario The Board has set aside one (1) day for this conference. PURPOSE OF PREHEARING CONFERENCE The conference will deal with preliminary and procedural matters, including the following: • • • • • • •
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Identification of parties. Identification of participants. Identification of issues. Possibility of settlement of any or all of the issues. Start date of the hearing. Duration of the hearing. Directions for prefiling of witness lists, expert witness statements and written evidence. The hearing of motions. Such further matters as the Board considers appropriate.
Everyone present should come prepared to consider specific dates for proceedings in this matter. EVIDENCE Evidence or formal statements may also be heard at the prehearing conference in an attempt to settle the matters in dispute. Note that even if no settlement is reached the Board may make a final decision on the evidence it received.
Keswick Business Park, Sutton/Jackson’s Point, and Pefferlaw, as amended, were incorporated into the new Official Plan. Furthermore, certain portions of the 1982 Official Plan that formed part of the 2002 Official Plan also remain in effect in relation to the Pefferlaw Secondary Plan. Certain portions of the Amendment, however, are not in force as these portions were appealed by the North Gwillimbury Forest Alliance (NGFA). The NGFA appeal relates to all portions of OPA 129, including designations/depictions/footnotes/ policies/tables/appendices that pertain to lands described as Parts of Lots 23-27 Concession 3 (NG), known and referred to as the Maple Lake Estates lands. DATED at Toronto, this 8th day of March, 2017. Mary Ann Hunwicks Secretary
Bids & Tenders The Town of Georgina Purchasing Division will receive tenders and/or proposals as follows: House Demolition and Property Clean Up at 385 Adeline Drive, Keswick Contract No. DAS2016-063 Closing: Thursday, March 30 3 Tandem Axle Dump Trucks with Snowplow Contracted No. DAS2016-019a Closing: Thursday, March 30
All parties or their representatives should attend the prehearing conference.
Accessible Trails - De La Salle Park Request for Tender No. RC2017-003 Closing: Thursday, March 30
Pour recevoir des services en francais, veuillez communiquer avec la Division des audiences au (416) 212-6349, au moins 20 jours civils avant la date fixee pour l’audience.
Contracted Services Grass Cutting for Various Locations Request for Proposal No. OIC2017-004 Closing: Thursday, March 30
We are committed to providing accessible services as set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. If you have any accessibility needs, please contact our Accessibility Coordinator as soon as possible. If you require documents in formats other than conventional print, or if you have specific accommodation needs, please let us know so we can make arrangements in advance. Please also identify any assistance you may require in the event of an emergency evacuation. EXPLANATORY NOTE Official Plan Amendment No. 129, was approved in part by the Regional Municipality of York pursuant to a Certificate of Approval issued on December 15, 2016, and replaces the 2002 Georgina Official Plan, as amended. OPA 129, as the Town of Georgina’s new Official Plan, serves to guide and direct land use, growth and development in the Town over the planning horizon to 2031. The current approved Secondary Plans for Keswick,
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Flags Request for Quotation No. OID2017-008 Closing: Thursday, April 6 Portable Access Beach Pathways - De La Salle Park Request for Proposal No. RC2017-009 Closing: Thursday, April 6 For full tender and proposal information, please visit the Town’s website or contact Stirling Munro, Purchasing Manager at 905-476-4301 or fax 905-476-8100.
Under Construction Disruption Notice - High Street There will be a planned disruption at 133 High Street (Mill Pond Parking Lot) in Sutton starting Monday, March 27 as the Pumping Station will be undergoing construction. Construction is estimated to be completed by May 1. If you require any additional information regarding this notice, please contact the Operations and Infrastructure Department at 905-476-4305, ext. 2230 or visit georgina.ca. yorkregion.com
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Architectural sites in York Region Ryerson University architectural science professor Marco Polo provided a top five list of architectural "wonders" in York Region. 1. Vaughan City Hall This building was designed by Kuwabara Payne McKenna Blumberg Architects and was created in 2012. This architecture firm won the Governor General’s Medal in Architecture. 2. Richmond Hill Central Library This library is at 1 Atkinson St. in the Yonge Street and Major MacKenzie Drive area. Diamond and Schmitt Architects created the building, which dates back to 1993. It received a Governor General’s Award for Architecture. 3. York Region Administrative Centre Architect Douglas Cardinal created this centre. The Newmarket building, created in 1992, reflects his signature style of curvilin-
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York-Simcoe MPP Julia Munro announces her retirement HEIDI RIEDNER hriedner@yrmg.com The province’s longestserving female MPP will not be seeking what would be an unprecedented 7th term in office next spring. "I have never lost my enthusiasm for public service, however, in any career there comes a time to retire," YorkSimcoe MPP Julia Munro announced Tuesday. The
spending more time with my family. I will not be seeking re-nomination." In January, Munro became the longest-serving female MPP in Ontario’s history. During her political career, Munro became well known for being an outspoken critic against any measure she considered a government attack or infringement on individual rights
Progressive Conservative member will retire in the spring of 2018 before the next election after 22 years of service, six successful elections and three riding names. "Nobody can do this job alone. I am forever grateful to my family, staff, volunteers and constituents for their faith and trust in me over the years. I look forward to serving the remainder of this term and to
and freedoms. In government, she served as parliamentary secretary to the premier and parliamentary assistant to the transportation minister. In opposition, she served as critic for municipal affairs, culture, children’s services, and small business where she introduced Ontario’s first Small Business Bill of Rights. As the critic for the Onta-
rio registered pension plan, Munro is credited for successfully convincing the government to step away from a controversial payroll tax. She also introduced a private member’s bill to impose severe penalties on those who don’t comply with standards of care as part of her effort to clamp down on puppy mills. Born in Hamilton and
raised in midtown Toronto, Julia is a graduate of the University of Toronto. Julia and her family, however, are longtime residents of the York-Simcoe riding. She and her husband, John, and their daughter have lived in Georgina since 1972. Prior to entering politics, Munro enjoyed a 28year career as a high school teacher.
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OBITUARIES
HEIDI RIEDNER hriedner@yrmg.com Georgina mourned the loss of another pillar in the community last week. Friends and family were devastated to hear of the passing of Chippewas of Georgina Island Elder Barbara McDonald at the age of 83 March 16. Known to many as "Auntie Barb," McDonald was a teacher at the Waabgon Gamig First Nation School and also worked closely with the York Region District School Board supporting
Anishinaabemowin (Ojibway) language and First Nation, Métis and Inuit education programs. "Our thoughts and condolences are with the Georgina Island community, her friends and her family," YRDSB director J. Philip Parappally said. Those close to McDonald remember fondly her many achievements but also her sharp wit, wonderful stories, strong faith in the Creator, and love of music that made "Auntie" such a special person.
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Chippewas of Georgina Island Elder Barb McDonald died March 16.
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26602 Hwy. 48 Sutton West (former Antique Mall) 905-722-1011
6 The Queensway S. (at Church St.) 905-476-1225
YRT/Viva invites you to attend an upcoming Public Information Centre (PIC) to provide your input for the 2018 Annual Plan. Date / Time
Location
April 4 4 to 8 p.m.
Georgina Ice Palace (main lobby/entrance) 90 Wexford Drive, Keswick, ON L4P 3P7
Sign language interpreter services will be available at each location. > The proposed 2018 Annual Plan initiatives are available for public input at: yrt.ca/serviceplanning > Email your feedback to transitinfo@york.ca for consideration
1-866-MOVE-YRT (668-3978) | TTY. 1-866-276-7478 50 High Tech Road, 5th floor, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4N7 transitinfo@york.ca | yrt.ca
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Minimum wage going to $11.60 TIM KELLY tkelly@yrmg.com Ontario is boosting its annual minimum wage for workers to $11.60 per hour from $11.40 effective Oct. 1. It marks the fourth annual minimum wage increase for
full-time workers since the province announced annual increases would be implemented starting in 2014. The government said it has raised full-time minimum wage incomes by $2,782 per year over the past four years. The general minimum wage
has jumped from $6.85 in 2004 and was frozen from 1996-2003. Minimum wage annual increases are tied to Ontario’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), a measure of inflation in legislation that was passed in 2014. They are announced for Oct. 1 annually by April 1 each year.
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Georgina Gospel Assembly 2435 Glenwoods Rd., East of Woodbine, Keswick
Sunday School 9am Church Service 10:30am. Community Assistance Ministry Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Call (905) 722-3059 x 1 To make a private appointment
Knox United Church
34 Market Street, Sutton 10 am Sunday Service Sunday School & Supervised Nursery
Rev. Ted Grady 905-722-3742 officeknoxsutton@gmail.com
All Are Welcome St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 20858 Dalton Rd., Sutton
TO ADVERTISE ON THIS PAGE CALL CARRIE @ 905-853-8888 ext 254 or email
cmccullough@yrmg.com Keswick United Church 177 Church St. • 905-476-5532 www.keswickunitedchurch.ca Sunday Worship/Sunday School • 11:15am
Rev. Johanna VanderSpek “A Warm Welcome Awaits You” Home of the Community Meal every Thursday 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Lakeshore Community Fellowship Service at 6:00 pm
Sunday Service at 10 am Parking at the Link
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Belhaven Free Methodist Church
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A Christian community of faith celebrating the power of God to heal and deliver. It has been our experience that to rely on God wholeheartedly is to live the miracle daily!
Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Junior Church: ages 4-11 yrs. Pastor Michael Gibney 905-476-7692
25152 Warden just north of Old Homestead Rd. ‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the LORD Almighty. Zech 4:6
A Family Church Est. 1821
Loving God and Others through Jesus Christ Couldn’t you use a little faith right now? Did you know that... God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” and - “God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.” (John 3:16-17)
Sunday Morning Service 10:30am - noon
Maple Hill Baptist Church 215 Glenwoods Dr. Keswick
905-476-2541 Family Worship and Children’s Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Awana Children’s Program from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
905-722-3544
Nursery / Children’s Church Provided Fellowship time after service
For other programming, please phone for times or go to www.maplehillbaptist.org
Harvest Family Community Church
Wednesday Bible Study 7:15pm - 8:30pm
Nursery Provided
Fellowship & Refreshments Follow
DOVE Christian Fellowship Canada “… to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God” Eph. 3:19
English - walking through the book of John MIERCOLES ESTUDIO BIBLICO 7:15-8:30PM LLAMENOS (905)252-4776
Friday Night 7:00-8:30pm
Please join us on Sunday’s @ 10:45am Pastor Lynn Ironside 85 Osbourne St., Roches Point 905 476 8875
Kids Club ages 6-10yrs • Youth Club ages 10+yrs
Anglican Parish of Georgina
www.keswickchristian.ca
Dr. Chad Houghton Rev. Mike Harrison
For other services please phone for times.
All are welcome! Pastor Ronald Gosse 905-476-9155
Anglican Worship Christ Church Roches Point Sunday Service
10:30 a.m. Reverend Annette M. Gillies - Incumbent Sunday School will resume Sept 11, 2016
All are welcome. Church Office: (905) 476-3491 Website: www.rochespointparish.com
THE “DAWN” CHRISTADELPHIANS
Pastor Hal Arthurs • Pastor Bob Tsisko
BELHAVEN COMMUNITY HALL ~ 25184 Warden Avenue, Belhaven ON
(905) 476-4548
Sunday School/Bible Class: Sundays 9:30a.m.; Memorial Meeting: Sundays 11:00a.m. Telephone: 905 - 967-1819 * Website: www.dawnchristadelphians.ca
Corner of Woodbine and Old Homestead Road
WE DO NOT HAVE TO FEAR
Sunday Services
All Are Welcome
St. James’ Church, 31 River Street Sutton
EGYPT CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion (Said) 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Choral)
6779 Smith Blvd • 905-722-7783
There is so much going on around us today – wars, conflicts, persecution, violence, crime, natural disasters, terrorism, economic uncertainty, unemployment, disease. Just some of the worries. We could also mention fear for our children’s future, fear for our families and fear for our safety. Many people struggle with fear and worry on a daily basis. But we don’t need to be caught in this anxious spiral. We can turn to God’s words and find power in them to overcome our anxious thoughts and worries. His words are “life” words, soothing the soul, calming to our emotions. Gradually, by assimilating them, reflecting on their message, we can have confidence that God is in control and there is nothing to fear. “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand”. Isaiah 41:10 “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind”. 2 Timothy 1:7 “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me”. Psalm 23:4 When you are overcome with fearful, anxious thoughts, replace them with God’s words of truth. They will calm you and give you that peace so necessary in this troubled world. To help you with your Bible study, please write for the FREE quarterly magazine: “Light On A New World”. P.O. Box 931, Sutton West, On L0E 1R0
www.parishofgeorgina.org • Church Office (905)722-3726
All are Welcome The Rev. Robin Peasgood, Interim Priest-in-charge
Meeting at Belhaven Hall 25184 Warden Ave. Keswick
Keswick Christian Church
We warmly invite you to worship with us For more information on all our church ministries please call 905-722-3059
Sunday Services: Prayer Meeting 10:30am Worship Service 11:00am Tuesday Service 7:00pm
ROMANCATHOLIC CHURCH Immaculate Conception 20916 Dalton Road, Sutton
Engaging Family Spirituality in Egypt’s Historic Country Church!
Sunday Morning Church Time 11am Pastors Doug & Jeannie Neufeld Cedardale Church Of The Nazarene 471 Pefferlaw Rd., Pefferlaw
Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 5:30pm • Sunday: 8:30am
Sunday 10 am Worship
Our Lady of the Lake
Rev. Grant Verdoold BTh, MDiv, SSW
129 Metro Road North, Keswick Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4pm • Sunday: 11am
For Daily Mass times call the church office at 905-476-0097 Pastor: Rev. Fr. Sherwin Holandez WELCOME
Senior Pastor ALL WELCOME Contact Me! Phone & Fax: 705-437-2170 Email: pastor@cedardalechurch.ca www.cedardalechurch.ca
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